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Houston Rockets vs. Dallas Mavericks preseason game preview

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HOUSTON, TX - JANUARY 31: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets looks to pass the ball during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on January 31, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, 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 Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Imag...

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JJ Redick clarifies bold ‘fit’ comment that seemed like shot at LeBron James

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The Los Angeles Lakers got their first look at some of their new players this week amid back-to-back preseason games against the Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors, their first post-LeBron James roster. And back before training camp began, Lakers head coach JJ Redick made headlines when he suggested that this specific roster fit the […] The post JJ Redick clarifies bold ‘fit’ comment that seemed like shot at LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Will new contract change Austin Reaves' mindset?

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There are a lot of new faces on the Los Angeles Lakers this season, and many players from last year’s squad who are no longer with the team. But one player who the front office made sure to retain was guard Austin Reaves, who signed a new four-year, $185 million deal to remain with the […]

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Oso Ighodaro is winning the Suns’ center battle for a reason

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Updated Oct 8, 5:17 PM ET

Preseason results deserve a healthy dose of skepticism, but with Mark Williams sidelined for multiple months, the Phoenix Suns have a position battle worth paying attention to. Through two games, Oso Ighodaro and Khaman Maluach have provided an early glimpse into what each brings to the starting center position, and perhaps more importantly, what each still needs to improve. At first glance, when you consider that the center will likely be the fifth offensive option on this team, you begin lo...

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Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns breaks silence on contract standoff with four-word update

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The New York Knicks are ready to begin their championship defense, but a tough contract negotiation with star Karl-Anthony Towns threatens their repeat hopes.

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[CLARK] Patrick Dumont is being patient with Mavs. How does he feel about Cuban, Flagg and more?

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MACAU — It’s been almost three years since the Dallas Mavericks changed controlling owners. On Dec. 27, 2023, the NBA’s Board of Governors approved Mark Cuban’s sale of the team to Miriam Adelson and Patrick Dumont, members of the families that run the Sands Corporation. During the ownership transition, Cuban said his vision was to partner with Sands and build a new basketball arena that merged with a casino and resort. At one time, Dumont had the same idea. But now, Dumont said that the aren...

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How will the NBA’s new focus on push-offs impact the Lakers?

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Updated Oct 8, 4:24 PM ET

This preseason, the NBA and its officials released their Points of Emphasis for the 2026-27 season and one of the most-discussed sections was off-arm push-offs by offensive players. A move popularized by some of the league’s most dynamic offensive players, like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jaylen Brown, has become one of the more natural moves in modern basketball, as polarizing as it is. League officials are beginning to crack down on the space it creates and, most importantly, the disadvanta...

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