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Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner got their first taste of a Sean Sweeney-led training camp Tuesday, and both Orlando Magic stars came away encouraged by the energy and structure their new head coach brought to the floor. Orlando opened training camp one day after holding its annual Media Day as Sweeney officially began preparations for […] The post Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner give first Sean Sweeney impressions after Magic start training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

OKLAHOMA CITY — After Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dusted Jared McCain during the first day of training camp, Jalen Williams wouldn’t let the third-year guard live it down. Before McCain first full season with the Thunder, Gilgeous-Alexander welcomed him back to the practice facility by out-sprinting him towards the end of camp. Video […] The post Thunder’s Jalen Williams roasts Jared McCain after viral Shai Gilgeous-Alexander training camp video appeared first on Cl...

After months of negotiations, Jalen Duren finally agreed to a five-year, $200 million contract with the Detroit Pistons. Despite being a rival on the court, Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green didn’t hesitate to show his support for Duren getting paid what he believes he deserves. On the latest episode of his “Draymond Green Show,” […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green chimed in on Jalen Duren’s $200 million contract saga finally ending appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Amid the off-court drama that has plagued the Portland Trail Blazers this offseason, the team is looking to take the next step in their march forward to contention. They had a surprisingly good 2025-26 campaign, finishing with a 42-40 record and even securing the seventh seed in the playoffs, and they added talent to their […] The post Blazers’ Ja Morant is already looking good in scrimmage with new teammates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Scottie Barnes is looking forward to his on-court dynamic with Kawhi Leonard as the Toronto Raptors gear up for the 2026-27 NBA season. Barnes has been playing in the NBA since 2021, preparing for his sixth season with the Raptors. He made his way up the ranks to become one of the best players in […] The post Raptors’ Scottie Barnes gets 100% real about duo with Kawhi Leonard appeared first on ClutchPoints.

MIAMI – As new Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo made his preseason debut in Saturday’s 129-105 win over the Toronto Raptors in the preseason opener, it also marked the first game for sharpshooter Klay Thompson. With the new-look Heat featuring Thompson along with Antetokounmpo, the three-point specialist would reveal what continues to impress him about […] The post Heat’s Klay Thompson left in awe by realization about playing with Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Golden State Warriors fans collectively held their breath when news of a potential injury to Al Horford festered ahead of their preseason clash with the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. ESPN NBA reporter Anthony Slater reported that Horford was scratched after a knee injury. But Slater put the severity into perspective. “Left knee contusion for […] The post Al Horford injury is luckily nothing to worry about amid Kristaps Porzingis disaster appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Klay Thompson and Giannis Antetokounmpo find themselves in a similar situation as they navigate their first season with the Miami Heat. Having each other to lean on through the adjustment could make the transition a little easier. Thompson and Antetokounmpo have known each other for years, but this is the first time that they have […] The post Klay Thompson’s 4-year-old Giannis Antetokounmpo story had him tearing up appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LeBron James sat out the Philadelphia 76ers’ preseason opener against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Monday, as he is dealing with lingering ailments entering his 24th season. Besides, the 76ers did not need James, as they easily manhandled the Knicks, 120-97. Jaylen Brown led the way with 22 points, two rebounds, […] The post Fans crushing LeBron James for laughing at side conversation when teammate tore Achilles appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nikola Jokic is arguably the best player in the NBA. The Denver Nuggets star does it all on the basketball court, as he can score from all three levels, he is a perennial threat to win the rebounding title, and he has proven himself as the best passing big man in league history. One other […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic hits Jaxson Hayes with karate chop action, stare down after shove appeared first on ClutchPoints.

While the vibes are high for the 2026-27 Boston Celtics, head coach Joe Mazzulla revealed a Derrick White regret ahead of the 2026-27 regular season. One NBA insider believes the Celtics can take No. 1, shocking fans who believe their offseason Jaylen Brown trade only helped a division rival in the Philadelphia 76ers inch closer […] The post Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla confesses major regret about Derrick White’s shooting slump caused by unnecessary tweaks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper is entering his second year in the NBA. He had a really impressive run last season that earned him his first NBA All-Rookie First Team nod. Now that he has gotten more familiar with the environment and high-pressure games, the Rutgers alum is not shying away from Michael Jordan […] The post Spurs’ Dylan Harper really feeling himself with answer to Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant question appeared first on ClutchPoints.