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The Los Angeles Lakers will enter the upcoming season with a retooled roster, and coach JJ Redick will have to navigate the personalities and egos of his new players. He, however, has been optimistic that it won’t be a problem. The Lakers lost to the Golden State Warriors, 124-98, in the preseason on Tuesday. After […] The post Why JJ Redick has complete belief Lakers will deliver in 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

On Thursday night, fans got their first opportunity to take a closer look at Anthony Davis in a Washington Wizards uniform, as he suited up for the team for the first time in an official capacity in a preseason contest against the New York Knicks. The Wizards acquired Davis back in February in a trade […] The post Walt Frazier grabs attention with savage 2-word nickname for Wizards’ Anthony Davis appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Austin Reaves is back.

When the Nets used the No. 8 pick on Dëmin a year ago, many mocked the selection and accused them of fumbling their future.

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Everything is right in the world again. Because San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama is back in action. The Spurs opened their preseason schedule by hosting the Atlanta Hawks at Frost Bank Center on Thursday. It did not take long for Wembanyama to make a jaw-dropping play. In the first quarter, he shook off Onyeka […] The post Nothing prepared the Hawks for Victor Wembanyama’s absurd move appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tyrese Haliburton had a hilarious interaction with Anthony Edwards during the Indiana Pacers’ preseason opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday evening. Haliburton played his first game since successfully rehabbing his Achilles. He tore it during Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, which sidelined him for the entire 2025-26 campaign. Indiana greatly benefits from […] The post Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton shares hilarious Anthony Edwards story in first game from injury appeared first on...

CLEVELAND — Random dribbles from the Cavaliers’ 124-113 preseason-opening loss to the Celtics on Thursday. 1. It wasn’t often pretty, but that’s what this time of year is for. It’s to figure out some things. 2. So what did Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson figure out? Well, he didn’t specifically say any of this, but I […] The post Dribbles: Cavs’ first audition brings positives, but rebounding needs work appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Tyson led the Cavs with 14 points tonight.

John Hollinger of The Athletic lists 10 under-the-radar players who could swing their respective teams’ seasons. Hawks guard Dyson Daniels, whose shaky jump shot makes him a tricky offensive fit, is one player Hollinger will be closely monitoring in 2026/27. Peyton Watson (Cavaliers), Tobias Harris (Spurs), Collin Murray-Boyles (Raptors) and Cason Wallace (Thunder) are among […]

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With his night over well before crunch time, Victor Wembanyama grabbed a clipboard during a huddle at Sunday’s scrimmage and sketched up a play he was sure would work. Watching from the sidelines, clipboard still in hand, he watched Jon Elmore catch a pass on the short roll and snap it to the corner — only for the shot, and Wembanyama’s dreams of drawing up the perfect play, to fall short. “He took it very personally, which I think we all do when you draw up a good play and feel like you get ...

LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 7: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots the ball before an NBA game against the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena on February 7, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. 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 Kevin Terrell/Getty Images) | Getty Images After sitting out the first two exhibition ...

What do you guys think of Harrison Ingram? I thought he always played under control and was active. He plays at his own pace sort of a Kyle Anderson. He hasn't made his threes but his attempts look like good misses. I would rather cut Trey Alexander who is supposed to be a point guard but doesn't play like one -- he dribbles with his head and shoulder down and wastes seconds off the shot clock dribbling indecisively before getting rid of the ball ineffectually. Having said that, the Jazz don'...

Miami Heat fans earned a brief glimpse into newcomer Klay Thompson Thursday. Forming a dominating tandem with Giannis Antetokounmpo is on the mind of coach Erik Spoelstra. But Thompson just evoked memories of an iconic moment involving ex-Spoelstra player Ray Allen against the New Orleans Pelicans. Thompson showed his famed catch-and-shoot side that made him […] The post Klay Thompson’s first basket with Heat will give fans Ray Allen flashbacks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Joel Embiid made his preseason debut on Thursday, as the Philadelphia 76ers visited the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. The 76ers won their first assignment against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Monday. There was a scary moment in the first quarter when Embiid fell to the floor after Mo Wagner pushed […] The post 76ers fans can breathe after scary Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown collision appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Garza provided 22 points (6-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 10 rebounds, three blocks and two assists across 27 minutes in Thursday's 124-113 preseason win over Cleveland. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

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Unlike a year prior, Jordan Clarkson’s free agency included no buyouts or last-minute calls. He experienced the Knicks and wanted more of that.

Two preseason games have revealed encouraging developments and familiar questions about the Suns’ roster construction.

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The NBA preseason is underway, which means it’s also time for everybody’s favorite October exercise; Ranking teams before the games actually count. Here’s the complete 1-through-30 order, along with a quick Hoops Wire thought on each. 1. Thunder Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is coming off another MVP season, and Oklahoma City remains loaded despite some offseason changes. […] The post NBA preseason power rankings: Thunder, Spurs lead all 30 teams appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Trail Blazers star opens up on his return from injury and All-Star weekend plans.

The Jazz have signed Mohamed Wague, the team announced in a press release. A Bronx native who started his college career playing juco ball in Pennsylvania, Wague had relatively modest roles with West Virginia, Alabama and Oklahoma from 2022-25. However, the 6’10” forward/center was a full-time starter for the Sooners as a senior last season, […]

Concern continues to grow for Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis has his his time away from the deal extends he deals with an undisclosed illness. Porzingis was not present during the team’s Media Day last Monday and has been away from the team while they were in Hawaii for training camp. The updates from […] The post Concern for Kristaps Porzingis mounts amid Steve Kerr, Al Horford comments appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Washington Wizards are trying to complete one of the more difficult objectives in sports: become relevant again while still building for the future. How No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa progresses during his rookie campaign could determine the effectiveness of this organizational approach. He seems to be getting the hang of things in his […] The post Wizards news: Watch AJ Dybantsa drain first NBA bucket in style at NBA champs’ home appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers' 2026 preseason schedule is in full swing, and we're here to cover you with all the live analysis you could ask for.

Steve Kerr has seen what happens when an NBA city loses its team. He hopes Portland never has to find out. With the Trail Blazers and the city still working toward a long-term agreement involving renovations to Moda Center, Kerr said the possibility of the franchise eventually leaving Portland would be disastrous. “Oh, that would […] The post Steve Kerr: It would be ‘a tragedy’ if Trail Blazers ever left Portland appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Brandon Miller (shin contusion) and Christian Anderson Jr. (left ankle sprain) both suffered injuries in practice, which is why they were sidelined for the Hornets’ preseason opener on Tuesday, the team announced (via Twitter). According to the Hornets, both players are considered day-to-day going forward. Miller, who’s in his fourth year in the NBA, is […]