NBA News · LatestFriday, Mar 6, 2026

Gardner will start Friday against the Hornets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Jayson Tatum is back. One of the game’s brightest stars and an NBA champion is set to return to the court after a brutal torn Achilles tendon injury during the playoffs last season. Tatum is back after 11 months as the Boston Celtics are the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference and ready to […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum shares 2-word message ahead of injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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The miracle of monstrosity

Injuries are impacting the race for NBA Most Valuable Player. And now, Jayson Tatum's return from injury could also affect the race.

Speaking to Sean Cunningham of KCRA News after Thursday’s loss to New Orleans (Twitter video link), Kings guard Malik Monk admitted 2025/26 has been “probably the craziest year of my career.” Like several veterans on the roster, Monk’s name came up in several trade rumors leading up to last month’s deadline, but he ultimately stayed […]

Despite the Dallas Mavericks currently struggling at 12th in the Western Conference with a 21-41 record, fans will be assured that they have a bonafide superstar on their hands, in Cooper Flagg. Perhaps the fact that he is still the leading contender alongside Kon Knueppel to land the rookie of the year award despite the […] The post Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg already earning Hall-of-Fame trajectory from former Grizzlies, Knicks coach appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Just a few weeks after exposing what appeared to be his newest signature sneaker during a training session, Milwaukee Bucks’ franchise star Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nike recently unveiled their latest creation. Adding to the already expansive Nike Giannis Freak signature line, the new Nike Giannis Freak 8 will make its debut in the coming months. […] The post Nike, Giannis Antetokounmpo officially reveal the new Nike Giannis Freak 8 appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Milwaukee Bucks have had a roller-coaster season and are sitting at 26-35. The biggest story for the Bucks has been what is going on with Giannis Antetokounmpo. He was almost traded by the NBA Trade Deadline, but ended up staying with Milwaukee for at least the rest of the season. Now, the biggest story […] The post Bucks F Kyle Kuzma breaks silence on Doc Rivers’ benching decision appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Three quarters through the season and this teacher needs summer break badly.

The NBA has informed its teams that it may launch a streaming hub for local broadcasts as soon as next season —a year earlier than expected — as a result of Main Street Sports Group’s impending demise in April, multiple sources told SBJ.

The Charlotte Hornets have been one of the hottest teams in the league over the past few months, and it doesn’t look like they’re falling off anytime soon. After a slow start to the season, they’ve found their rhythm on both sides of the ball and are now over .500 for the first time this […] The post Miles Bridges delighted for Hornets’ sold-out crowds – ‘I’m not used to this’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Lakers will need some teams ahead of them to drop games so they can gain ground in the standings.

Moody (wrist) won't play Saturday in Oklahoma City. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Richard (ankle) is questionable to play Saturday against the Thunder. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Payton (ankle) is probable for Saturday's game in Oklahoma City. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

LeBron James opens up on how he wants to be remembered in NBA history.

The rookie’s development is priority one, lottery luck comes second.

The Lakers will be without LeBron James and two of their big men in Deandre Ayton and Maxi Kleber on Friday against the Pacers, the team announced.

Kleber (back) won't play Friday versus the Pacers. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

The Cavaliers may finally be trending toward full strength. Well, close to it. Three injured Cavs returned to practice Friday as Donovan Mitchell (groin), Dean Wade (ankle) and Max Strus (foot) all participated in team drills ahead of Sunday’s home matchup with the Boston Celtics. Center Jarrett Allen did not practice after taking what coach […] The post Donovan Mitchell, Max Strus return to practice as Cavs get healthier appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Some encouraging news regarding a sorely missed piece

There is no need to freak out.

The Sixers, and their fans, are at breaking point.

The Dallas Mavericks welcomed back rookie star Cooper Flagg to the lineup on Thursday against the Orlando Magic, a game that came down to execution in the clutch. It was the Magic who hung on late to pull off the 115-114 win after Wendell Carter Jr.‘s late-game dunk. But Cooper Flagg had clutch moments of […] The post Cooper Flagg makes honest admission about playing in clutch moments appeared first on ClutchPoints .