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The Denver Nuggets were one of the second apron’s biggest casualties this offseason, as the presence of that dreaded tax threshold basically prevented them from re-signing Peyton Watson. They let Watson go in a sign-and-trade, and all they have to show for it is an unprotected first-round pick from the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2031 — […] The post 3 Nuggets on hottest trade candidate seats entering 2026-27 NBA training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Clippers accepted a harsh punishment from the NBA after they were found guilty of circumventing the cap with Kawhi Leonard. The league’s investigation found enough evidence that the Clippers had indeed channeled money to Leonard through under-the-table means via a now-defunct company called Aspiration, and LA, as a result, will lose their […] The post 4 Clippers on hottest trade candidate seats entering 2026-27 NBA training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

While discussing LeBron James' impact on his teammates, Gilbert Arenas couldn't help but observe how the media scrutiny reduces as long as James is on the team.

Despite Azzi Fudd’s season ending early after arthroscopic surgery, the Dallas Wings believe that the former UConn standout’s strong defensive play all season deserves the Rookie of the Year award. As the race for individual awards heats up toward the end of the regular season, Fudd faces competition, as the Minnesota Lynx are making their own bid for ROTY with Olivia Miles.

Rivers’ coaching career spanned nine seasons with the Celtics, where he led the team to an NBA title in 2008, along with time coaching the Clippers, Sixers and Bucks.

Jordin Canada scored 19 points, Angel Reese added 18 points and 10 rebounds, and the Atlanta Dream beat the New York Liberty 95-84 on Monday night. DeWanna Bonner had 17 points and Rhyne Howard 16 for the Dream (29-14), who moved closer to clinching a top-four seed in the WNBA playoffs. A win against New York on Wednesday or a loss by Indiana in one of its final two games would give the Dream home court in the opening round of the postseason.

Nneka Ogwumike reflects on Kobe Bryant’s support for women’s basketball and the impact his death had on the league.

The Atlanta Dream haven’t exactly been subtle about their message. With the WNBA regular season approaching its end, the team has decided to make a public push for Angel Reese’s defensive credentials, and WNBA fans were immediately split over the claim.

The tournament is done, so here’s a look at the biggest upsets and some predictions about future villains.

The Los Angeles Sparks have only two games remaining in the season, with one road game on Tuesday as they visit the Las Vegas Aces, and head coach Lynne Roberts wants the team finish the year strong . But like this past Sunday’s game against the Portland Fire, the Sparks are going to be short-handed as Cameron Brink, Dearica Hamby and Aaliyah Nye […] The post Sparks news: Cameron Brink, Dearica Hamby ruled out on injury report for Aces clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The projections aren’t predictions, but they offer an interesting snapshot of how the individual pieces could produce.

DETROIT, MI - APRIL 8: Jalen Duren #0 of the Detroit Pistons drives to the basket during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on April 8, 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 Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Imag...

Pacers Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton wanted to turn off the Knicks’ championship celebration. Then he decided he needed to watch it. “When the Knicks won, I thought to myself, ‘I gotta turn this s— off,’” Haliburton said during an appearance on the Boardroom Talks podcast, via Pacers On SI. Haliburton missed last season while recovering […] The post NBA Notes: Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Kings, Suns, Miles Bridges appeared first on Hoops Wire.

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — After the buzzer had gone off and the Sun’s second-to-last home game against Minnesota had finally concluded, legendary former head coach Mike Thibault stood at center court at Mohegan Sun Arena as he was honored as a Sun legend – a distinction given to those who have made a monumental impact on […] The post Mike Thibault built a franchise and a forever family in Connecticut appeared first on The IX Sports.

Kate Martin has not played since joining Chicago, but Sky coach Tyler Marsh says that will change against the Toronto Tempo.

Trae Young says his departure from Atlanta was something he had already come to believe was necessary, but he was determined to avoid an ugly separation from the franchise. Young’s perspective was influenced by growing up in Oklahoma City and watching how fans responded when Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook eventually left the Thunder. Those […] The post Trae Young details why he left Atlanta appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Dallas Mavericks are set to begin a season with Kyrie Irving. His return to the court coincides with updated renovations to their practice facility in Dallas. A fresh new start, if you will. Not only that, but the facility revealed an upgrade that Irving himself requested and is beyond belief, per Brad Townsend of […] The post Kyrie Irving got his request in new state-of-the-art practice facility that will blow your mind appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Stephanie White made her disagreement clear after an unsuccessful challenge contributed to Aliyah Boston’s limited playing time against Washington.

Jordan Brink held that job for the Knicks the past two seasons, challenging at an impressive success rate while helping win Game 2 of the NBA Finals with a momentum-shifting challenge.

While the Nuggets have faced some criticism for losing Peyton Watson in free agency this summer, John Hollinger of The Athletic believes Denver’s front office did a good job with the hand it was dealt. Past roster missteps essentially made it impossible for the Nuggets to re-sign Watson without paying a massive luxury tax bill, […]

Olivia Miles was a late scratch for the Lynx ahead of their game against the Fever on Tuesday due to a left calf injury.

This season’s WNBA MVP race is getting intense, as A’Ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese, to name a few, are putting up solid numbers, but Paige Bueckers’ name has been thrown into the conversation by coach Jose Fernandez. After spending the last two seasons flirting with the bottom of the league standings, the Dallas [...]

The Dallas Wings (26-16) face the Phoenix Mercury (15-27) at the Mortgage Matchup Center in a regular-season WNBA matchup. How to Watch Wings vs Mercury Dallas arrives with momentum after beating Phoenix 87-82 on Saturday for its sixth straight win.…

SAN ANTONIO - JANUARY 14: Derek Fisher #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks with head coach Phil Jackson during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on January 14, 2009 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. The Spurs won 112-111. 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 2009 NBAE (Photo by D. Clarke Evans...

The Washington Wizards finished last in the Eastern Conference last season with a record of 17-65, a disappointing mark after January 2026’s trade for sharpshooter Trae Young. The four-time All-Star played in just five games with the Wizards last season after suffering a right quad contusion in March. The Wizards star is ready to put […] The post Wizards’ Trae Young delivers big claim on new career chapter with Washington appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is making sure he develops strong bonds with his Miami Heat colleagues ahead of he 2026-27 NBA season. Antetokounmpo starts a new chapter of his career with the Heat following 13 years with the Milwaukee Bucks. Having won the 2021 championship with the franchise, both parties moved on in the 2026 offseason. Milwaukee […] The post Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo interrupts team meeting with incredible gifts appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers has been on a grueling journey. Ever since Haliburton tore his ACL in the 2025 NBA Finals, he has had to sit on the sidelines. However, with the season approaching, Haliburton is back at work and looking to return to his old self. That includes something he probably hasn’t […] The post Why Tyrese Haliburton brought back the eastbay dunk appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Power forward Dawson Battie, No. 34 in the SC Next 100, has committed to Nebraska, he told ESPN on Monday, becoming the second-highest-ranked recruit to commit to the Cornhuskers in the past 20 years.

The following players have been signed to training camp contracts, according to Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot (All Twitter links): Reese Dixon-Waters and Keonte Jones (Nuggets) Solomon Washington (Pelicans) Drake Allen (Pistons) All four players went undrafted in June, making them unrestricted free agents. They almost certainly signed Exhibit 10 deals, which would […]