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The Orlando Magic found themselves at the center of a historic playoff performance as Paolo Banchero and Cade Cunningham each scored 45 points in Game 5 of their first-round series. Banchero delivered a playoff career-high 45 points in a 116–109 loss, adding nine rebounds and seven assists. Despite the defeat, his performance kept Orlando competitive […] The post Magic star Paolo Banchero sounds off on bonkers playoff duel vs. Cade Cunningham appeared first on ClutchPoints.

CLEVELAND — Random dribbles following the Cavaliers’ 125-120 home win over the Toronto Raptors in Game 5 on Wednesday. 1. These are the NBA playoffs, and sometimes, you get a lift from an unexpected source. Happens every series. On Wednesday, the Cavs got two. 2. That would be none other than reserve guard Dennis Schroder, […] The post Dribbles: Cavs have the edge now; can they finish the job? appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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In addition to several new players, the Mystics are debuting a new play-by-play announcer this season as the WNBA enters an exciting era.

The Detroit Pistons shrugged off the fact they entered Game 5 with a 3-1 series deficit and came away with a huge 116-109 victory behind Cade Cunningham.

Wes Goldberg and Keith Parish debate the Pistons' collapse, top title contenders, LeBron and Durant's futures, and key offseason predictions. Timestamps 00:00 Pistons facing unexpected physical matchup 09:56 Nuggets vs Timberwolves 29:21 Thunder and Spurs most dominant teams? 37:02 Suns' offseason predictions 42:21 Are the Celtics the clear East favorites? 47:23 LeBron's next team 53:41 Durant's next team 01:00:16 Surprising trade prediction Subscribe to RealGM Radio on Apple Podcasts, Spotif...

Victor Wembanyama makes a statement on showing emotions in the heat of battle.

The Detroit Pistons live to fight another day after a 116-109 Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night at Little Caesars Arena, trimming their first-round playoff series deficit to 3-2. Following the victory head coach JB Bickerstaff explained what he felt made the difference for his team. “It’s a simple formula for […] The post Pistons HC JB Bickerstaff reveals ‘simple’ formula for Detroit success vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LeBron James newly unraveled comments suggest Father Time may be catching up with the Lakers star.

The Detroit Pistons are looking towards next season, while still competing in the 2026 NBA Playoffs. The Pistons reportedly are close to agreeing with veteran forward Isaac Bonga on a deal that would bring him back to the NBA. Bonga is currently playing for Partizan in Serbia. The 6-foot-8 forward last played in the NBA in 2022 with the Toronto Raptors. Prior to that, Bonga spent one season with the Los Angeles Lakers and two seasons with the Washington Wizards. Despite showing potential in t...

The Cleveland Cavaliers had to fight back in Game 5, but they came away with a 125-120 win against the Toronto Raptors behind strong performances from key role players.

Detroit Pistons star guard Cade Cunningham delivered a season-saving performance Wednesday, scoring 45 points in a 116–109 win vs. the Orlando Magic to keep the Pistons’ playoff run alive. The victory cut the Magic’s series lead to 3–2 and forced a Game 6, giving the Pistons renewed belief after facing elimination. Cunningham carried the offense […] The post Why Pistons’ HC JB Bickerstaff wasn’t surprised by Cade Cunningham’s 45-point Game 5 heater appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Cade Cunningham responds after Pistons successfully force a Game 6.

BYU freshman AJ Dybantsa is converting his existing Nike NIL agreement into a professional endorsement contract as he prepares for the 2026 NBA Draft, he confirmed to ESPN. The 6-foot-9 forward is widely projected as a top pick in June. "It means everything," Dybantsa said. "They've been with me since Day 1. It's been a great partnership and we're looking forward to keep building for the long term." Nike also unveiled a personal logo for Dybantsa, a star composed of his initials, tied to the ...

Cade Cunningham's 45 points are the most in a playoff game in Pistons history.

Dennis Schroder scored 11 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter, and the Cavaliers rallied for a 125-120 win over the Raptors in Game 5.

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 114-95 in Game 5 on Tuesday to win the series 4-1. It is the first playoff series the Spurs have won since 2017. De'Aaron Fox lead the team with 21 points, with Victor Wembanyama adding 17 points and 14 rebounds. Deni Avdija lead the Blazers with 22 points. The Blazers shot 11-of-47 from three in the game, while the Spurs went 12-of-30 from three. The Spurs started the game with a 17-4 run before getting up by as much as 28 points. The...

North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson is slotted at fourth overall in Sam Vecenie's latest NBA mock draft for The Athletic, buoyed by strong head-to-head performances against his top rivals despite missing the final month of the season with a broken right thumb and broken left hand. Before the injuries, Wilson averaged 19.8 points, 9.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.4 blocks per game. Scouts are increasingly placing him alongside AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer as a leg...

During a contentious and physical first-round playoff series, it’s apparent no love is being lost between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors. After a shoving match between James Harden and Scottie Barnes early in the third quarter, Harden and Barnes’ teammate, RJ Barrett, got into it later in Game 6 when a timeout was called. […] The post Cavs’ James Harden, RJ Barrett scuffle breaks out in Game 5 vs. Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Victor Wembanyama has had such an outstanding third NBA season and a dominant performance in the San Antonio Spurs' first round series against the Portland Trail Blazers that he has already received an anointing from Shaquille O'Neal, who is notoriously tough on modern centers. "I think Wemby is the first perfect big man that's ever been created," said O'Neal on Inside the NBA after Game 5. "He can shoot, free throws, play defense, play offense, and he's a great team player. I'm happy for the...

Michael Jordan urged media to ease criticism on young LeBron James after 2010 playoff loss.

Here are the five most disappointing NBA players in the 2026 playoffs so far, with many stars failing to rise above the expectations.

Lakers welcome Austin Reaves back on Tuesday after missing nearly a month of action.

The NBA is continuing to target the 2027-28 season for the launch of NBA Europe. The NBA is now hoping to work with EuroLeague as partners, as opposed to being competitors. The NBA's European expansion is being led by deputy commissioner Mark Tatum. The league recently held conversations with FIBA at their headquarters in Switzerland. More than 20 existing European basketball and football clubs have reportedly expressed interest in being a part of NBA Europe. That includes teams who currently...

Lakers among multiple teams tied to Peyton Watson trade rumors.

Analyzing top trade options for the Pistons amid looming playoff elimination.

Charles Barkley takes a veiled shot at the Raptors while praising Scottie Barnes for being better than Evan Mobley.

The NCAA has launched the final steps toward expanding both the men's and women's basketball tournaments from 68 to 76 teams, sources told ESPN. The move is expected to be formalized within weeks and would take effect for the upcoming 2026-27 season, with a mid-May announcement possible. Remaining committee approvals are considered procedural at this stage. "They have what they need to move forward," one source said. NCAA officials met with men's tournament media partners last week to finaliz...

Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil discuss the Spurs' rollicking win over the Blazers, the Sixers living to fight another day against the Celtics, the Knicks taking control of their series against the Hawks, the Nuggets staying alive against the Timberwolves, the Magic putting the Pistons on the brink, the Thunder putting the Suns out of their misery, and the latest anti-tanking proposal. Timestamps 0:57 Spurs-Blazers 18:23 Celtics-76ers 26:26 Knicks-Hawks 37:14 Nuggets-Timberwolves 41:44 Pistons-Magi...

DeAndre Jordan has won the 2025-26 Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year, beating out Jrue Holiday, Jeff Green and Garrett Temple. Holiday has won the award three times in his career. Jordan signed with the New Orleans Pelicans this season after spending the previous three with the Denver Nuggets. The award recognizes the player deemed the league's best teammate, based on selfless play, leadership on and off the court as a mentor and role model to other NBA players, and commitment to the team. L...