NBA NewsMonday, Sep 28, 2026

The San Antonio Spurs enter the 2026-27 season with high expectations after falling just short of an NBA title against the New York Knicks. During the playoff run, Victor Wembanyama became a sort of villain to opposing fan bases. During the club’s Media Day on Monday, the 22-year-old center revealed why he embraced the role […] The post Why Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama believes playing villain role is a ‘great sign of respect’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

On Monday, the Philadelphia 76ers held media day for the upcoming 2026-27 season, with the team’s new faces, including former Boston Celtics wing Jaylen Brown, in attendance. The 76ers fancy themselves title contenders heading into this season after adding both Brown and LeBron James over the summer. At one point, Brown declined to answer a […] The post Why Jaylen Brown hit reporter with a blunt ‘next question’ at 76ers Media Day appeared first on ClutchPoints.

El Segundo, CA, - September 28, 2026: Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler participates in the team's media day at the UCLA Health Training Center on Monday, Sept. 28, 2026 in El Segundo, CA. (Eric Thayer / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) LOS ANGELES — The Luka Dončić era is officially underway as the Los Angeles Lakers opened training camp on Tuesday. Following an offseason of roster overhaul — nine new players joined the team this summer — the competition for a spot in the starting ...

The Pistons won’t enter this season as one of the league’s surprise teams, nor will opponents need to be convinced that Detroit belongs among the East’s best.

Although the Los Angeles Lakers made numerous moves this offseason, areas of concern remain for general manager Rob Pelinka and the front office. One spot, in particular, is the backup center position, as Kevon Looney remains the sole true center behind Walker Kessler. If Kessler ends up missing time due to injury, it puts pressure […]

CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 05: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Rocket Arena on April 05, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Pacers 117-108. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images CLEVELAND — Donovan Mit...

“I know the stories I tell myself to keep myself internally motivated, which are healthy and unhealthy at the same time.”

When the Jazz made the blockbuster trade for Jaren Jackson Jr. last February, a vision was put into place. A vision of a healthy Walker Kessler pairing up with JJJ to create the most daunting defensive rim presence in the NBA. Everyone was on board. Jackson Jr., Lauri Markkanen, Will Hardy, Danny Ainge, Austin Ainge, the Jazz fanbase. Everybody bought in but Kessler, who apparently wanted to do everything in his power to not play in a purple mountain jersey ever again. According to Marc Stein...

“I knew probably as much as you did.”

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Jimmy Butler III #10 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles the ball during media day at Chase Center on September 28, 2026 in San Francisco, 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images At Golden State Warriors media day on September 28, 2026, the p...

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