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The Mavericks could be the next stop for Walter Clayton Jr., provided the former first-round pick clears waivers. Dallas has emerged as “a leading contender” to sign Clayton following his release by the Grizzlies, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Mavericks have an open two-way spot after waiving John Poulakidas, giving them […] The post Mavericks emerge as leading contender to sign Walter Clayton Jr. appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Nae’Qwan Tomlin’s 2026/27 debut will be delayed, according to the Cavaliers, who announced today that the forward has been diagnosed with a lower back stress reaction and will be reevaluated in approximately three or four weeks (Twitter link via Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com). Tomlin missed the entire preseason as a result of the ailment and […]

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 13: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors drives against Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first quarter of a preseason game at T-Mobile Arena on October 13, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 101-89. 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 Ethan Miller/...

THREE BOLD PREDICTIONS Yaxel Lendeborg makes first-team All-Rookie: Lendeborg is older than Podziemski and Will Richard, and the Warriors will ask the rookie to play like he’s been around the block. His size, shooting ability and maturity give him a chance to make an immediate impact. Jimmy Butler plays more games than Kristaps Porzingis: What’s...

PHOENIX, AZ - APRIL 17: Devin Booker #1 and Dillon Brooks #3 of the Phoenix Suns look on during the game against the Golden State Warriors during the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament on April 17, 2026 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE ...

The 2026-27 NBA season has arrived, and here's how we stack up all 30 teams as a new campaign begins

Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse acknowledged Tuesday that his team still has work to do before matching the defending NBA champion New York Knicks. His assessment came ahead of Philadelphia’s season opener at Madison Square Garden, where New York was preparing to celebrate its first title since 1973. The 76ers enter the 2026-27 campaign with […] The post Nick Nurse reveals what 76ers are lacking to get on ‘same level’ as Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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In the NBA’s opening game of the 2026-27 NBA season, new Boston Celtics center Mitchell Robinson suffered a quick injury scare against the Detroit Pistons. Early in the second quarter, while going for a defensive rebound over Pistons center Jalen Duren, Robinson rolled his left ankle and fell to the ground in immediate pain. Mitchell […] The post Mitchell Robinson suffers ankle injury scare in first Celtics game vs. Pistons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Game Details Date Wednesday, October 21 Start Time 10 PM ET / 9 PM CT / 7 PM PT Location Moda Center, Portland How to Watch on TV Fans have both national and regional broadcasting options for tonight's game: National Broadcast - Portland Home Broadcast Rip City TV/KUNSDT2/KUNP-IND Phoenix Away Broadcast KTVK-IND/KPHE-IND How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have a few digital platforms available depending on your location: Trail Blazers fans in local market Blaze...

The New York Knicks found themselves needing to replace a key member of last season’s championship team after Mitchell Robinson left for the Boston Celtics via free agency. To address their backup center position, the Knicks turned to a veteran in Andre Drummond. And if opening night was any indication, the veteran big man is […] The post Andre Drummond posts eye-popping numbers before halftime vs. 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.