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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...

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

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.

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 […]

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

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.

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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.

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Pistons All-Defensive forward Ausar Thompson has agreed to a five-year, $155 million rookie-scale contract extension, sources told ESPN.

Appearing on Friday’s episode of NBA Today (YouTube link) in the wake of the news that Jazz guard Keyonte George had signed a five-year, $157.5MM rookie scale extension with Utah, Shams Charania of ESPN pointed to a handful of other 2023 first-round picks who are candidates to sign their own contract extensions before the October […]

Matisse Thybulle brings elite defensive tools to a Lakers team desperately needing his skillset.

The LA Clippers and their fanbase is still reeling and recovering after the NBA announced sanctions against the franchise for violating the Collective Bargaining Agreement in deals with superstar forward Kawhi Leonard. Earlier this week, Steve Ballmer released a statement saying that he as well as the organization are reluctantly accepting the NBA’s findings and […] The post Kawhi Leonard sends goodbye message to Clippers fans… with a twist appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Heat and guard Pelle Larsson have reached agreement on a four-year, $60 million extension his agents told ESPN's Shams Charania.

So, who is this guy the Lakers mortgaged their future on? Here’s what we know about Walker Kessler.  The 7-foot-2, 245-pound center is considered one of the NBA’s elite rim protectors and rebounders. Luka Dončić made it clear to the Lakers he wanted him as his center.  And the Lakers responded by emptying their treasure...

While it’s no surprise that the two teams — the Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Anotino Spurs — with the best odds of winning a title in 2027 were ranked as having the brightest future in the NBA, one ESPN insider believes the former will part ways with Jalen Williams or All-Star Chet Holmgren. […] The post Thunder rumors: Why insiders believe OKC will trade Jalen Williams or Chet Holmgren next offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson is making progress in his recovery from wrist surgery, according to ESPN's Vincent Goodwill.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 18: Kylor Kelley #61 of the Orlando Magic wears Nike shoes against the Dallas Mavericks in the first half of a 2025 NBA Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 18, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Mavericks defeated the Magic 92-69. 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 Candice Ward/Getty Images)...

Hoops Rumors is checking in on the 2026 offseason for all 30 NBA teams, recapping the summer’s free agent signings, trades, draft picks, departures, and more. We’ll take a look at each team’s offseason moves and consider what might still be coming before the regular season begins. Today, we’re focusing on the Minnesota Timberwolves. Free […]

The Cavaliers know what they have in Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. Peyton Watson is the mystery. Mack Perry of Cavaliers On SI made the case that Watson could become Cleveland’s biggest X-factor this season. That’s Perry’s assessment, not a prediction from the organization. It’s also difficult to argue with. Watson […] The post Peyton Watson could be Cavs’ biggest X-factor appeared first on Hoops Wire.