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It’s been reported that Nikola Jokic’s future with the Denver Nuggets may be on the rocks. Last season, the Nuggets were eliminated in the first round by the Minnesota Timberwolves. This after they finished with the third-best record in the West at 54-28. Meanwhile, former Nuggets coach George Karl is chastising the franchise for apparently […] The post George Karl takes swipe at Denver over hurting Nikola Jokic’s top-10 case appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After the game, Jokic had nothing but praise for Wembanyama.

When considering how fans and pundits alike talk about the Denver Nuggets over the past few days, it feels as though the sky is falling in the Mile High City. They lost rising star Peyton Watson in a sign-and-trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers and got back a distant first-round pick from the Cavs (2031) along […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic already making video game assists amid NBA offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the Peyton Watson trade to the Cavaliers, James Harden returning to Cleveland and break down the latest WNBA news with Sarah Kustok.

Klay Thompson defended himself in a debate amongst fans on social media on Thursday.

Mavericks supports are divided about whether the skilled forward will be on the roster by year’s end

Dwyane Wade does not merely expect Victor Wembanyama to become one of basketball’s brightest stars. He wants the San Antonio Spurs phenom to build the type of career fans will discuss for generations. “I want Wemby to be so great,” Wade said during a podcast appearance. “Like, I want him to win five, six, whatever, […] The post Dwyane Wade reveals his dream career for Victor Wembanyama appeared first on ClutchPoints.

BELGRADE, SERBIA - AUGUST 20: Victor Wembanyama of France reacts during the friendly match between Serbia and France at Belgrade Arena on August 20, 2026 in Belgrade, Serbia. (Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images) | Getty Images Victor Wembanyama’s fantastic year continues in the NBA offseason. The Spurs big man became the youngest captain of France’s national team in 23 years, the French Basketball Federation announced. While the title might not seem like a big deal, especially in a non-O...

Current Lakers owner Mark Walter doesn’t believe his impending sale to Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger will be impacted by the latest Buss family drama, a source familiar with Walter’s thinking tells Sam Amick and Dan Woike of The Athletic. Two other team and league sources Amick and Woike spoke to think that record-breaking transaction, […]

Foul-bating has become a widespread issue in the NBA, and Dillon Brooks isn't a fan of it.

The Golden State Warriors have had a painfully uneventful offseason, with their only notable moves being bringing back Draymond Green and Kristaps Porzingis on new deals. The Warriors are poised to run back the same roster that won just 37 games a year ago and exited in the play-in round for the second time in […] The post Warriors rumors: Why a Klay Thompson return this offseason isn’t happening appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Speaking to Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype, Clippers point guard Darius Garland discussed the toe injury that required him to undergo surgery last offseason and caused him to miss 37 games in 2026/27. The former No. 5 overall pick also talked about being traded from Cleveland to Los Angeles in February and playing for head coach […]

DALLAS, TEXAS - MARCH 23: P.J. Washington #25 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts during the second half against the Golden State Warriors at American Airlines Center on March 23, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images) | Getty Images Over the weekend, Dallas Mavericks forward PJ Washington spo...

One of the NBA's most notable recent rivalries is the one between LeBron James and Dillon Brooks.

Phoenix Suns star Dillon Brooks feels his team's first-round sweep by the Oklahoma City Thunder might have been the start of a new rivalry between him and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Luka Dončić provided a closer look at the recent meal he shared with his Los Angeles Lakers teammates as they visited him in Slovenia.

The 74-year-old purchased his stake in the franchise from Lakers legend Magic Johnson in 2010.

Despite all the noise, Golden State Warriors fans expect the team to be back in the postseason.

Klay Thompson is expected to sign with the Heat after clearing waivers following his contract buyout from the Mavericks, sources told ESPN.

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokić had high praise for San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama after they faced off in a friendly international matchup on Thursday.

Shockwaves were sent throughout the NBA last week when it was reported that Mark Walter was selling his majority shares of the Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner for a record $12.5 billion. But then another bombshell came out when it was announced that the Buss family had also agreed to share […]

Anunoby is forever etched in Knicks lore, a franchise legend, but he's focused his attention on next season.

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USA Basketball has revealed its 12-man roster for the August qualifying window for the 2027 FIBA World Cup, per a press release. While there aren’t any marquee names among the group, at least for domestic fans, 10 of the players have appeared in at least one NBA game. Dillon Jones and Tyler Smith finished last season in […]

The Nuggets and Jokić have been in contract limbo.

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Angel Reese's brother drew the short straw of a five-team NBA trade.

James Harden is back in the mix, along with the rest of the core that was swept in the East finals. But the rest of the East is improved as well.

The nine-time All-Star and former MVP announced his retirement on Wednesday after 18 NBA seasons.