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Angel Reese has been a driving force behind the Atlanta Dream’s postseason success and their magical run to the WNBA Finals. Her work on the boards and presence in the paint have been central to Atlanta’s push for its first championship in franchise history.

The Houston Rockets improved their early regular season record to 3-0 after a 121-114 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, so are they finally realizing their potential?

The Miami Heat’s early-season struggles proved that contenders aren’t built overnight. After a season-long saga with the Milwaukee Bucks, Pat Riley and the Heat front office finally executed their blockbuster trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, and many thought the organization was turning the corner after straddling the line between contender status and an annual play-in participant […] The post Why it is time to panic after Miami Heat’s 0-3 start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Cavs needed every point and rebound from Allen tonight.

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham could have been part of one of the biggest reality competitions on TV.

Coach Karl Smesko’s Angel Reese-led Atlanta Dream faced off against the Golden State Valkyries at State Farm Arena, during a WNBA Finals Game 4 that was won by the visitors, 67-62. The Valkyries made history with their Game 4 lineup against Atlanta, and used it well as they captured a series tying win, knotting things up at 2-2. The Dream fell […] The post 3 Dream players most to blame for Game 4 loss to Valkyries appeared first on ClutchPoints.

ATLANTA, GA - OCTOBER 24: Jalen Johnson #1 of the Atlanta Hawks drives to the basket during the game against the Houston Rockets on October 24, 2026 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Joe Boatman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images ...

Random dribbles on the Cavaliers’ 125-121 win over the visiting Brooklyn Nets in Saturday’s home opener. 1. I said before the season that I thought these Cavaliers could be a frustrating bunch. I really didn’t want to be right. But two games into the season, I’m feeling pretty good about that prediction. Unfortunately. 2. Listen, […] The post Dribbles: Cavs get the win, but why must they make it so difficult? appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Let’s try this again…

The Nets desperately needed somebody other than Julius Randle and Michael Porter Jr. to step up. Egor Dëmin did just that, but it was too late.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 24: Trae Young #3 of the Washington Wizards dribbles the ball as Buddy Hield #7 of the Chicago Bulls defends during the first half at the United Center on October 24, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Daniel Bartel/Getty Images) | Getty Images Washington picks up their 2nd win of...

DALLAS, TX - OCTOBER 24: Sergio de Larrea #55 of the Dallas Mavericks dribbles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on October 24, 2026 at American Airlines Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Get...

Patience defines the Nets’ plans as they prepare Mikel Brown Jr. for a full NBA workload, writes Howie Kussoy of The New York Post. After being slowed by an ankle injury in the preseason, the rookie guard has been placed on a minutes limit and played 20 minutes off the bench in the team’s first […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo goes viral after looking completely defeated in third straight loss.

Indiana Fever forward Myisha Hines-Allen is getting into coaching this offseason.

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 21: Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic drives to the basket during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on October 21, 2026 at Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. 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 Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The...

The Chicago Bulls looked to channel the energy from their win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday into their home opener against the Washington Wizards on Saturday. Early on, they didn’t disappoint, thanks to Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis. In the first quarter, Wilson and Buzelis complemented one another with back-to-back dunks, per BullsMuse. At […] The post Caleb Wilson, Matas Buzelis get fans hyped up with back-to-back dunks against Wizards appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Cleveland Cavaliers held off a late Brooklyn Nets comeback to secure a 125-121 victory in their home opener on Saturday, October 24, at Rocket Arena. Donovan Mitchell scored 22 points, Jarrett Allen added 21 and Evan Mobley recorded 20 points and 10 rebounds as Cleveland improved to 1-1. Michael Porter Jr. led Brooklyn with […] The post Cavaliers edge Nets as Brooklyn’s late rally falls short appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

ATLANTA — After successfully adjusting two WNBA Finals games, the Atlanta Dream now face questions about how they’ll host Thursday’s Game 6. The Golden State Valkyries beat the Dream 67-62 on Saturday to tie the series 2-2 and force a Game 6 in the best-of-seven finals. An Atlanta Hawks game against the Cleveland Cavaliers is scheduled to tip off in State Farm Arena at 7 p.m. ET Thursday, an hour before Game 6 of the finals is scheduled. Games 2 and 3 of the finals were moved to the downtown Atl

Joel Embiid had a triple-double with LeBron James out, Jaylen Brown scored 27 points and the 76ers remained undefeated with a 127-116 win over the Bucks.

Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream had the crowd behind them and the momentum on their side, but the Golden State Valkyries had other plans. With the Finals series on the line, head coach Natalie Nakase made a small change to her starting lineup, bringing in Kaila Charles and Tiffany Hayes.

The Warriors are already short-handed. In the second game of the season, Golden State deployed two-way player Graham Ike as their starting center against the Grizzlies. Seth Curry, brother of Steph Curry, weighed in on the grim situation as the Warriors began the campaign with back-to-back losses. Stephen Curry and Seth Curry on the bench...

The Spurs continue the hunt for win #1.

Home opener doubleheader with the Dream.

Darius Garland and the L.A. Clippers struggled to keep control of the ball throughout their game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, Oct. 23.

The Chicago Bulls are counting on Caleb Wilson to lead them in a new direction. After two games, the high-profile rookie from North Carolina has experienced the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. The Bulls suffered a 43-point loss to the Toronto Raptors in their season opener on Wednesday. Then, the Bulls fought […] The post Bulls executive praises Caleb Wilson ‘genuine’ desire to grow after strong NBA debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ask the NBA’s biggest superstars which skill they would steal from a peer, and the answer keeps coming back to Stephen Curry. In a league video released Oct. 24 as part of its American Express NBA Tip-Off content, 19 players said they would take Curry’s shooting, the most votes for any skill named. The record […] The post Why (almost) every other NBA superstar wants to shoot like Warriors’ Stephen Curry appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Heat fell to 0-3 after a 115-110 loss to the undermanned Hornets in which Giannis Antetokounmpo scored just 14 points before fouling out.

Angel Reese knows she will have to be better for the Dream in Game 5 of the WNBA Finals.

Coach Jose Fernandez’s Dallas Wings lost 77-73 to the Golden State Valkyries in the first round of the WNBA Playoffs, leading to blame being assigned . The Wings got 17 points and six assists from star guard Paige Bueckers on a day when the Valkyries’ Kiah Stokes surpassed Brittney Griner and the WNBA announced its all-league teams. The All-WNBA […] The post Wings fans blast All-WNBA selections after Paige Bueckers First-Team snub appeared first on ClutchPoints.