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DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 4: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers dunks the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons on November 4, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty ...

PHOENIX– Following a 33-point outburst, Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker exited Wednesday’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers with a concerning injury, but quickly came back. It came during a fast-break attempt when Robert Williams III contested the shot and blocked it. The shot defense looked like Booker was hit in the face. Still, there […] The post Suns’ Devin Booker exits Blazers game with injury scare appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Cavaliers don’t need James Harden to turn back the clock and lead the NBA in scoring. They need him to help settle games before things get away from them. That was part of the appeal of keeping him. Experience. Playmaking. Someone who can recognize what the offense needs and help get the ball there. […] The post Cavs need James Harden’s steady hand to show up more consistently appeared first on Hoops Wire.

After dropping their first three games of the season, the Golden State Warriors have run off five straight wins. I had the opportunity to speak with Tim Roye, who is in his 30th season as the radio voice of the team. Q: What has stood out to you most about Yaxel Lendeborg’s game, and how […] The post One-on-one with Warriors radio voice Tim Roye appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Damian Lillard doesn’t have to score 30 points to make a defense uncomfortable. Sometimes, standing where everyone can see him is enough. Blazers coach Micah Nori has a fairly expansive comparison for that effect. “If you think of the solar system like you think of the sun, gravity and all that, that’s the way he […] The post Blazers’ Micah Nori on Damian Lillard: ‘He just pulls everything together’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 02: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers goes to the basket around Ajay Mitchell #25 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Rocket Arena on November 02, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 The Cleveland Cavaliers ...

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Dalton Knecht’s time with the Los Angeles Lakers ended earlier this month after the team waived him. The former first-round pick has since joined the New York Knicks on a two-way contract and has had to wait for his first opportunity with his new team. That chance came on Wednesday against the Chicago Bulls, and […] The post Knicks’ Dalton Knecht delivers perfect response to debut vs. Bulls appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Luka Doncic appears to have found his ultimate form. That is certainly how it looks like through the first nine games of the Los Angeles Lakers. After facing him twice in preseason, the Sacramento Kings saw firsthand just how much of a world-beater Doncic has become. On Wednesday, Doncic put up another 40-ball — his […] The post Kings’ Zach LaVine anoints Luka Doncic as one of biggest talents ever after another 40-piece appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Knicks look like the champions they are against lowly Bulls.

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 30: Jalen Smith #25 of the Chicago Bulls attempts a three point basket against the Boston Celtics during the second half at the TD Garden on October 30, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Brian Fluharty/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Houston Rockets are off to their ...

Kevin Durant is 38 years old. After nine games in 15 days, he isn’t looking for sympathy. “We’re 22, 23, 24 years old,” Durant told reporters after Wednesday’s 117-107 loss to the Timberwolves, via Adam Spolane of Sports Illustrated. “I feel the same age.” The Rockets have already played two back-to-backs and haven’t had more […] The post Kevin Durant on Rockets’ nine games in 15 days: ‘We don’t complain’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.