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Ralph Sampson sees enormous potential in Victor Wembanyama. He also knows how quickly a career can change. “Stay healthy,” the former No. 1 overall pick told Kyle Odegard of Action Network. “That’s all I can say. Keep doing what you’re doing.” Sampson is speaking from experience. The 7-foot-4 center made the All-Star team in each […] The post Ralph Sampson’s advice for Victor Wembanyama: ‘Stay healthy’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Oct 5, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) celebrates with guard Bones Hyland (8) after scoring a basket in the second quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect After drubbing the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday, the Wolves are back in action on Wednesday to take on the Indiana Pacers. One game in and I’m already happy to never have to look at the Timberwolves in the...

Sports are cyclical. It’s very rare for a team to stay on top for a prolonged period of time, just the same as it’s rare for a team to stay in the doldrums for a long time. Smart organizations can keep championship windows open, and dumb organizations can keep shooting themselves in the foot, but in every sport, the bill eventually comes due. The second apron, an invention of the latest CBA, has been the NBA’s attempt to speed up the cycle. They don’t want teams like the Warriors spending fiv...

Veteran NBA big man believes Brandon Miler, Hornets, are in store for major breakout season.

Darius Garland is embracing the opportunity to take on a larger leadership role with the Los Angeles Clippers after a turbulent period that included his departure from Cleveland and the trade of Kawhi Leonard. Speaking with Marc J. Spears, Garland said the motivation that followed his departure from the Cavaliers remains intact as he enters […] The post Darius Garland wants to be the face of Clippers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons has said all the right things ahead of his comeback season. Simmons signed a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Kings, stressing that he feels great despite being away from basketball for over a year. While the two-way guard has a lot of catching up to do, the Kings could […] The post NBA fans aren’t buying insider’s Ben Simmons hype that makes 76ers comparison appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for a new season, following the departure of veteran LeBron James. Lakers star Luka Doncic likes what he sees so far from two of his new teammates. Doncic dropped their names after the team’s preseason opener against the Sacramento Kings. “We all had fun out there,” Doncic said, […] The post Luka Doncic name drops 2 new Lakers teammates for ‘inspirational’ effort in ‘fun’ preseason opener appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Anthony Davis has stressed that he is looking forward to suiting up for the Washington Wizards, touting their balanced roster. Davis was linked to trade rumors in the offseason, but the Wizards reiterated they were keen on keeping the veteran forward, who will play a big role in the development of his young teammates. The […] The post Wizards insiders know Anthony Davis trade rumors won’t die as Rich Paul plays ‘game’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Brooklyn Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. is nearing a return from an ankle injury that has held him out for the start of training camp. The No. 6 pick won’t play in Brooklyn’s preseason opener on Tuesday against the Charlotte Hornets. However, head coach Jordi Fernandez told ClutchPoints the Nets expect him to play at […] The post Nets expect rookie Mikel Brown Jr. to play in preseason after missing time with ankle injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.