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Marvin Bagley III Has Moved On From Being Drafted Ahead Of Luka Doncic

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Denver Nuggets big man Marvin Bagley III knows that some will forever remember him as the guy the Sacramento Kings drafted over Luka Doncic. Bagley knows he can't help that from being a talking point, but he's moved on from it being something he thinks about. "I don't care," Bagley said of his being linked with Doncic. "I mean, a lot of times, people try to compare and put a lot of comparisons on you as players, things that you're not even really thinking about. So I think a lot of that comes...

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Lakers vs. Suns Preview: Adjusting without Austin Reaves

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 10: Jake LaRavia #12 of the Los Angeles Lakers splits the defense of Dillon Brooks #3 and Jamaree Bouyea #17 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of a game at Crypto.com Arena on April 10, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Lakers (11-2) conclude their road trip in Phoenix where they will take on the Suns (5-6) on Sunday. It’s the first head-to-head matchup of the season between Pacific Division foes...

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Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray make NBA history not seen since 1998

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Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray pulled off an incredible feat a dynamic duo would pull off throughout the Denver Nuggets’ 116-108 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night. Jokic and Murray have stood as one of the best duos in the 2020s, leading the Nuggets to the championship in 2023. While the team […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray make NBA history not seen since 1998 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bulls Notes: Wilson, Claxton, Buzelis, Williams, Miller

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The Bulls won’t change their offensive approach over the next four-to-six weeks while Caleb Wilson recovers from a fractured right hand, writes Jeff Agrest of The Chicago Sun-Times. Coach Tiago Splitter has started giving more responsibility to his star rookie, who is second on the team in scoring at 18.9 PPG. Splitter said other players […]

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Mavericks vs. Cavaliers Recap: Dallas struggles on the road, falls 127-117 to star-less Cavaliers

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Nov 14, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Cooper Flagg (32) looks to pass beside Cleveland Cavaliers forward Mario Hezonja (33) in the first quarter at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The Dallas Mavericks (7-6) fell to the Cleveland Cavaliers (7-7), 127-117 in a Saturday night matchup on the road. The matchup followed Dallas’ 133-94 beatdown loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday night. The Mavericks needed...

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The Knicks are struggling to finish games to start the season

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 10: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks prepares before the start of the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Madison Square Garden on November 10, 2026 in New York City. 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 Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) | Getty Images It was just a few months ago that you could’ve t...

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Northwest Notes: Peterson, Bagley, Topic, Wolves

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The Jazz viewed Darryn Peterson as a future franchise player when they selected him with the second pick in this year’s draft, but they didn’t expect him to be in that position so soon, writes Shreyas Laddha of The Salt Lake Tribune. Lauri Markkanen’s hand fractures and Jaren Jackson Jr.’s torn MCL have the team […]

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Who Is Your Favorite Trail Blazers Trade Target?

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PORTLAND, OR - JUNE 27 Joe Cronin General Manager of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on during the introduction press conference for their NBA draft pick Yang Hansen #20 on June 27, 2025 at the Portland Trail Blazers practice facility in Portland, Oregon. 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 (P...

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A Deeper Look at the Blazers’ 3-Point Shot Diet and If It’s Too Volatile

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 06: Toumani Camara #33 of the Portland Trail Blazers shoots the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on November 06, 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 Ben Liebenberg/Getty Images) | Getty Images During Friday’s airing of “The Fi...

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How Important Is Shaedon Sharpe Returning to the Trail Blazers?

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PORTLAND, OR - APRIL 26: Shaedon Sharpe #17 of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during Round One Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 26, 2026 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. 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 Came...

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Mavericks Notes: Aldama, Christie, Risacher, May

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Santi Aldama had to miss training camp while recovering from surgery on his right knee, so he’s going through his version of that process now, writes Eddie Sefko of NBA.com. The Mavericks understood that the 25-year-old power forward might not be ready for the start of the season when they acquired him from Memphis in […]

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MMB Lounge: Our surprising Dallas Mavericks

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DALLAS, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 9: Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks dunks during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at American Airlines Center on November 9, 2026 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. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images) | Getty Images I was alerted to the need for a new Lounge post the other day, but...

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Austin Reaves out vs. Suns with heel bruise

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MILWAUKEE, WI - NOVEMBER 11: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball during the gameagainst the Milwaukee Bucks on November 11, 2026 at Fiserv Forum Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images). | NBAE via ...

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Kyrie Irving draws rivals’ attention, Mavericks have no plans to move him

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Plenty of teams would like a chance to trade for Kyrie Irving. The Mavericks have given them little reason to expect one. Neither Irving nor Dallas has shown a desire to split, and a deal before February’s deadline is not currently expected, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic. Rival executives view Irving as the […] The post Kyrie Irving draws rivals’ attention, Mavericks have no plans to move him appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Heat's Bam Adebayo starts Most Improved Player campaign for Davion Mitchell

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MIAMI – With the Miami Heat looking to reach their ceiling led by Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, other pieces on the team will be vital if the franchise wants to reach new heights this season. One example of the Heat being a dangerous force in the NBA came in Friday night’s 133-121 win over […] The post Heat’s Bam Adebayo starts Most Improved Player campaign for Davion Mitchell appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves' Ayo Dosunmu drops honest admission ahead of return vs. Bulls

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MINNEAPOLIS — For the first time since being traded 283 days ago at the 2026 NBA trade deadline, Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu will face his former and hometown team, the Chicago Bulls. “I’m excited just to go out there and be able to compete,” said Dosunmu ahead of Minnesota’s matchup against a reeling Chicago Bulls […] The post Timberwolves’ Ayo Dosunmu drops honest admission ahead of return vs. Bulls appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How potential secret weapon can give Lakers a massive edge

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PALM DESERT – Coming into the 2026-27 season, Los Angeles Lakers fans were curious about the continued development of two-way contract guard Chris Mañon. Head coach JJ Redick spoke highly of him at times last season, but Mañon was the only one of the Lakers’ three two-way contract players who did not see regular rotation […] The post How potential secret weapon can give Lakers a massive edge appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Practical, possible, and unlikely trades for Jalen Green

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MARCH 06: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns dribbles the ball against Dejounte Murray #5 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center on March 06, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Pelicans 118-116. 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 Chris Coduto/Getty Images) | Ge...

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