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PORTLAND, ME - DECEMBER 31: Samson Johnson #35 of the Noblesville Boom dunks the ball during the game against the Maine Celtics on December 31 2025 at Portland Expo Center in Portland, Maine. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE(Photo by China Wong/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images ...

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Indiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell's definition of an MVP sounds a lot like teammate Caitlin Clark.

Kelsey Mitchell rewrote the Indiana Fever history books on Friday night.

While the Minnesota Lynx (31-9) try to hold off the Golden State Valkyries (29-11) and clinch the No. 1 seed for the 2026 WNBA playoffs, their marketing department is focused on making a strong MVP push for Olivia Miles. The sensational guard might as well already have the Rookie of the Year Award on her trophy case, but she could add to her […] The post Lynx news: Minnesota launches sleek WNBA awards season campaign for Olivia Miles appeared first on ClutchPoints.

DETROIT, MI - MAY 17: Ausar Thompson #9 of the Detroit Pistons dribbles the ball during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Round Two Game Seven of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 17, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Natha...

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark had a lot to say about USA teammate Breanna Stewart.

Ja Morant's reaction to getting traded from the Memphis Grizzlies to the Portland Trail Blazers was revealed on Friday.

Connecticut Sun guard Hailey Van Lith landed a new job away from the WNBA amid the 2026 season.

The Lakers have signed Chase Ross and Meechie Johnson to Exhibit 10 contracts ahead of training camp, tweets Law Murray of The Athletic. Both players went undrafted in June, making them unrestricted free agents. Ross, a 6’4″ guard, spent the past four years playing for Marquette. The Dallas native was named to the Big East’s All-Defense […]

Celtics star Jayson Tatum on Thursday spoke directly about Jaylen Brown in an interview for the first time since his longtime former teammate was traded to Philadelphia in July, writes Mike Prada of The Athletic. Appearing on The Dan Patrick Show (Twitter video link), Tatum was asked about the biggest misconception the public has about […]

Draymond Green has a strong response to Danilo Gallinari accusing Kawhi Leonard of ruining his career.

Sep 18, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Liberty center Jonquel Jones (35) blocks a shot from Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles (5) in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Coming out of the World Cup break there was hope that Minnesota would bounce back to their winning ways. Instead, on Friday night, the Lynx just bounced off the bodies of New York Liberty defenders. Presumptive Rookie of the Year Olivia M...

With three games left in the Liberty's regular season, Stewart will almost certainly take eighth place among the league's all-time scorers.

The jury is still out on how the Los Angeles Lakers stack up to their Western Conference competitors. After losing LeBron James, along with several key role players, Los Angeles was forced to revamp the roster, and we have yet to see how well they mesh together. At a glance, the Lakers have a solid […]

While Indiana Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton is making public appearances ahead of his comeback season in 2026-27, expectations have been elevated for his team. Looking to build off reaching Game 7 of the NBA Finals in 2025, Haliburton and a revamped Pacers core, including a new center in Ivica Zubac, make Indiana a dark horse amidst […] The post Insider predicts Pacers to win up to 50 games in 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

BOSTON — Russell Westbrook shocked everyone this summer when he announced his retirement from the game of basketball. After 18 strong seasons in the NBA, Westbrook officially left the game, doing so on his terms in an announcement video posted throughout social media. Westbrook finished his tremendous career playing with the Sacramento Kings last season, […] The post Exclusive: Zach LaVine tips hat to Russell Westbrook, calls him ‘one of the best humans I’ve met’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Former Raptors guard Markquis Nowell has signed a training camp deal with the Pelicans, tweets Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. The former Kansas State star spent most of 2023/24 on a two-way contract with Toronto after going undrafted in 2023. Nowell played for Baskonia last season, averaging 5.7 points and 3.0 assists in […]

The Chicago Sky announced an unfortunate decision on guard DiJonai Carrington after she missed two straight games during the 2026 WNBA season.

Paige Bueckers is less than a week removed from helping Team USA win yet another FIBA World Cup title, but her first night back in the WNBA quickly reminded the league of the kind of competitiveness that makes the Dallas Wings guard stand out. And for the Los Angeles Sparks bench, they got to witness it firsthand during one key sequence.

Kelsey Mitchell scored 33 points to set a WNBA season scoring record Friday night in a win at Toronto. When confetti rained down as she entered the Fever locker room, Mitchell's first thought was that coach Stephanie White had passed another milestone.

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NBA insider reveals latest intel on the Pacers and Tyrese Haliburton's recovery progress.

After being waived by Phoenix in May, Kara Dunn earned another chance with the Mercury to prove she belongs in the WNBA The post Kara Dunn waited months for her Phoenix Mercury opportunity. Now she’s making it count appeared first on The IX Sports.

Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving are developing chemistry together as they gear up for a pivotal 2026-27 campaign with the Dallas Mavericks. Flagg prepares for the sophomore year of his time in the NBA, while Irving begins his fifth year in Dallas. The former made waves as the best rookie last season, winning Rookie of […] The post Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving share the court for West Coast practice appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Former Northwestern stars Veronica Burton and Nia Coffey continue to make their mark in the WNBA.

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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - APRIL 10: Ausar Thompson #9 of the Detroit Pistons looks on during the first half of a basketball game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on April 10, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 David Jensen/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Detroit Pistons finally...

Make sure to subscribe to Clutch Scoops on YouTube and follow @ClutchPoints on X so you don’t miss the weekly live show with all the latest NBA intel every Thursday afternoon. The NBA is on the verge of both domestic and international expansion. Commissioner Adam Silver recently provided updates and intel on the discussions that […] The post Clutch Scoops: Jalen Duren RFA intel, NBA expansion timeline details, Clippers, Kawhi Leonard punishments final appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The New York Knicks are the reigning, defending 2025-26 NBA champions following a season that gave star guard Jalen Brunson new opportunities and challenges including a lingering wrist injury. New York added an intriguing veteran forward ahead of its title defense and is preparing for its preseason opener against the 76ers on October 5. On […] The post Knicks’ Jalen Brunson at ’80-85%’ after offseason wrist surgery appeared first on ClutchPoints.