NBA NewsYesterday, Oct 22, 2026

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That game really turned back the block to 2016!! When you aren't making layups your gonna have a long long night. They also should've started out playing within their system and integrated Green and Bridges as the game wore on. Not try to press green into a new role he isn't comfortable with. Also shouldn't of tried to showcase bridges and his skill set as a main piece of the offense or defense. Then add in Maluach at center is to many changes from what should be their comfort zone in their s...

Fred VanVleet made his much-awaited return from his ACL injury on Wednesday, as the Houston Rockets hosted the Dallas Mavericks at Toyota Center. VanVleet reclaimed his spot in the starting unit, joining Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., and Alperen Sengun. It did not take long for the veteran guard to sink his first […] The post After 535 days away, watch Rockets’ Fred VanVleet nail a 3-pointer vs. Mavericks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Celtics star Jayson Tatum reflects on his partnership with Jaylen Brown and the trade that broke them up.

Portland Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant delivered a memorable message following his debut with the franchise Wednesday night. The former Memphis Grizzlies star emphasized the importance of making an immediate impression with his new team, having previously discussed what he looked forward to most in his Portland debut. “You only get one chance at a […] The post Blazers’ Ja Morant drops a memorable line after his Portland debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Stephen Gillaspie dives into international waters to provide insight into the prospects playing overseas in the 2027 NBA Draft cycle.

PORTLAND, OREGON - OCTOBER 21: Micah Nori of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts with Ja Morant #1 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Moda Center on October 21, 2026 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. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) | Getty Images Portland Trail Blazers...

Opening night marked the debut for a number of new Los Angeles Lakers players, but perhaps none have anticipated this moment longer than Ziaire Williams. The forward was born in Lancaster and grew up a Lakers fan while also attending Sierra Canyon High School. Williams had a solid debut for his hometown team, finishing with […]

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 20: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers and Andre Drummond #0 of the New York Knicks looks on during the game on October 20, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Im...

The Orlando Magic and Atlanta Hawks needed only one game to give their NBA Southeast Division matchup some fresh bad blood. As the final seconds ticked off the Hawks’ 132-125 win over the Magic in the season opener on Wednesday night at Kia Center, Paolo Banchero and Jalen Johnson got into a heated exchange. The […] The post NBA stars Paolo Banchero, Jalen Johnson have to be seperated after tense end to Hawks-Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LeBron James left the Los Angeles Lakers in the offseason. With Luka Doncic on their roster, they are primed to avoid mistakes of the past....

The Brooklyn Nets kick off the 2026-27 campaign on Wednesday vs. the Charlotte Hornets. Following two tanking seasons that featured 118 combined losses, Jordi Fernandez and co. will look to take a step back towards relevance. The rebuilding squad made several notable offseason additions, trading for three-time All-Star Julius Randle, selecting Mikel Brown Jr. with […] The post 4 Brooklyn Nets bold season predictions as team sheds tanking label in 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints.