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Trae Young has a knack for goading defenders into committing fouls and reaching the free-throw line, but even the Washington Wizards star was surprised by an encounter he had with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander early last season. During a game between the Atlanta Hawks and Oklahoma City Thunder — he was traded to Washington in January — […] The post Wizards’ Trae Young reveals ‘Iron Man’ experience guarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appeared first on ClutchPoints.

BOSTON — Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers are hoping to take the next step this season and win their first NBA Championship in 44 years. Before that can happen, the new-look Sixers must put in the work on and off the court. The shocking trade for Jaylen Brown this summer put the Sixers in […] The post Exclusive: Fresh off career-year, Tyrese Maxey still motivated by draft-day promise to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Boston Celtics are eager to move past the unnecessary baggage from a turbulent summer, which saw them trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. The guidance of coach Joe Mazzulla will be key for the Celtics, who have fallen short in their quest to reclaim the championship for the past two seasons. They blew […] The post The bar Michael Jordan dropped on Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla about winning championships appeared first on ClutchPoints.

A number of Boston Celtics fans can be forgiven for still scratching their heads after Jaylen Brown was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. The 76ers acquired Brown in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks, two second-round picks, and there has been no dearth of backlash since the trade happened. However, thankfully for Brad Stevens, […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown trade backlash has Brad Stevens glad he’s an old man appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Houston Rockets added a couple of new pieces in the offseason, one of whom was veteran guard Marcus Smart via free agency. The Rockets have a budding young guard on the roster in Reed Sheppard, and with Smart joining the team, Sheppard’s role is going to change a bit, as per Ben DuBose of […] The post How Marcus Smart’s Rockets arrival changes Reed Sheppard’s role appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Houston Rockets got training camp underway this week as they prepare for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The Rockets made several big moves this summer, including recently re-signing wing Amen Thompson to a lucrative contract extension. Recently, ESPN ranked Thompson as the 31st-best player in the NBA in their annual preseason rankings, and some fans […] The post ESPN’s Amen Thompson ‘3-and-D’ take has Rockets fans blasting network appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Sacramento Kings have consistently looked to move on from Domantas Sabonis this offseason, with the franchise looking to head in a new direction. Of late, a potential sign-and-trade with the Detroit Pistons for Jalen Duren has been widely seen as one of the most plausible solutions. However, the two teams appear to be at […] The post NBA rumors: The bottom line with Domantas Sabonis trade buzz as Kings face harsh reality appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Houston Rockets were among the teams playing during the NBA’s slate of games on Christmas Day last season, and their complete dismantling of the Los Angeles Lakers that left head coach JJ Redick steaming over his team’s lack of effort. But the Rockets were not among the teams selected for the Christmas Day honor […] The post The ‘Christmas’ reason Ime Udoka believes Rockets are being overlooked appeared first on ClutchPoints.

BOSTON — Not many folks are having better offseasons than Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey. After debuting his signature shoe last postseason, Maxey and New Balance are officially set to release the Maxey V1’s on October 2nd. Oh, and Maxey’s Philadelphia 76ers also landed LeBron James and Jaylen Brown in free agency, elevating them to […] The post Exclusive: Tyrese Maxey on New Balance Maxey V1’s, LeBron James, 76ers title hopes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Philadelphia 76ers have seemingly transformed themselves into championship contenders overnight with the free agent signing of LeBron James and the Jaylen Brown trade with the Boston Celtics. At the very least, they’re among the Finals contenders in the Eastern Conference. But count former NBA guard Jeff Teague as one of the voices who has […] The post Why Jeff Teague isn’t on the 76ers train despite LeBron James, Jaylen Brown additions appeared first on ClutchPoints.

It was encouraging to see Kevin Durant having fun at the Houston Rockets Media Day. Durant’s cheerfulness was a good omen, especially after his first season with the Rockets did not end as well as he had hoped. The veteran star was hampered by multiple injuries in the first round of the playoffs and was […] The post Watch Kevin Durant’s hilarious reaction to Amen Thompson’s Media Day session appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With just a few days to go before the start of training camp, the Denver Nuggets have kept busy with roster decisions. A few days ago, they signed Cam Whitmore to a two-way contract. On Wednesday, it was reported that the Nuggets are interested in picking up Ryan Nembhard once he gets waived by the […] The post Nuggets waive ex-SMU guard, but there’s a catch appeared first on ClutchPoints.