NBA NewsSunday, Jan 4, 2026

After one of the more impressive plays during the Los Angeles Lakers’ 128-121 win against the Memphis Grizzlies, LeBron James gave Luka Doncic a shoutout during his media availability as one of the NBA’s better quarterbacks. Doncic connected with James from half court in the first quarter, which set the tone for the Lakers’ offense […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James gives Luka Doncic big ‘quarterback’ shoutout appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle delivered a pointed message to guard Bennedict Mathurin following another difficult night in a season filled with growing expectations. Mathurin finished Friday night’s 123–113 loss to the San Antonio Spurs with just two points, prompting Carlisle to frame the moment as a defining test rather than a setback. Speaking to […] The post Pacers’ Bennedict Mathurin challenged by Rick Carlisle – ‘opportunity of a lifetime’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The New York Giants and tight end Theo Johnson had a lot of people scratching their heads on Friday night. While nobody batted an eye when the team ruled the 24-year-old out for Week 18 with an illness, many were then surprised to see Johnson at Madison Square Garden later that night watching a New […] The post Giants TE Theo Johnson attends Knicks game after being ruled out for Week 18 appeared first on ClutchPoints .

PHOENIX— New year, still the same Devin Booker for the Phoenix Suns. The latter is known for his scoring punch, which came to life in the 129-102 over the Sacramento Kings on Friday. Following a brutal end to the team’s road trip, they started the game out flat. Plenty of missed opportunities for easy shots, […] The post Devin Booker’s 20-point first quarter for Suns signals Jordan Ott’s trust appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Cleveland Cavaliers needed Lonzo Ball to step up with Sam Merrill and Dean Wade ruled out on Friday night, and he did not disappoint. Despite missing back-to-back games due to losing a spot in the regular rotation, Ball provided energy on both ends of the floor and showed that he can help when called […] The post Cavs laud Lonzo Ball’s professionalism, contributions after DNPs: ‘He’s just about winning’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Detroit Pistons are yet to reach the double-digit mark in losses with 34 games having passed, which is quite the feat considering how bad this team was two seasons ago. And the temptation for fast-rising teams is to further expedite the rebuild and continue their march towards contention. Now, it is easy to take […] The post Pistons trade proposal lands Michael Porter Jr. in Nets deal appeared first on ClutchPoints .

On the heels of a December to remember for the San Antonio Spurs, Mitch Johnson was named the Western Conference Coach of the Month. The Silver and Black went an NBA-best 11-3 during the final month of 2025, including a run to the Emirates NBA Cup Championship Game and a 6-1 road record in December. […] The post Why Spurs’ Mitch Johnson isn’t putting much into Coach of the Month award appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Jarrett Allen enjoyed a great highlight alongside Donovan Mitchell during the Cleveland Cavaliers’ matchup against the Denver Nuggets on Friday night. Allen is going through his ninth season in the NBA, his sixth with the Cavaliers. He has affirmed himself as one of the best rebounders and shot blockers in the league, standing out among […] The post Cavs’ Jarrett Allen block perfectly sets up Donovan Mitchell jam vs. Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints .

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers have battled a wave of injury issues through the first couple of months of the regular season, resulting in fluctuating roles for some of the players on the roster. One of those players this season has been veteran backup big man Maxi Kleber who has stepped into a […] The post Lakers’ unexpected leader emerges amid fluctuating role appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Los Angeles Lakers came into the 2025 NBA Draft without a first-round pick, but by the end of the night, they felt like they had a first-round talent on their hands. The Lakers traded up in the NBA Draft to select Adou Thiero with the No. 36 overall pick, and during a post-draft segment […] The post How Adou Thiero is adjusting to Lakers rookie season [Exclusive] appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Atlanta Hawks were able to break their seven-game losing streak before the new year, and they had some reinforcements to help. After missing the past ten games as the Hawks shut him down, Kristaps Porzingis returned to the floor and gave the team a major boost on both sides of the ball. He finished […] The post Hawks’ Kristaps Porzingis wouldn’t let illness define his work ethic during absence appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Golden State Warriors are expected to turn to Jonathan Kuminga as injuries continue to mount ahead of Friday night’s matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. With Golden State aiming to extend its winning streak to three games while opening the New Year at Chase Center, the Warriors have revealed plans to reinsert Kuminga into […] The post Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga’s plan amid injury cavalcade appeared first on ClutchPoints .