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Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue acknowledged New York’s fourth-quarter dominance after Los Angeles fell 123-111 at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday. “It just looked like that second half it was easier for New York to get,” Lue said. “Brunson really took over the game down the stretch, and KAT was aggressive the whole game.” Lue […] The post Tyronn Lue reflects on Knicks’ late surge in Clippers loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dallas Mavericks rookie star Cooper Flagg made his thoughts on participating in the NBA Dunk Contest or 3-point Contest very clear. Flagg is halfway through his first season in the NBA, making significant strides as the Mavericks’ top overall pick in the 2025 draft. He has impressed with his ability to score at a high […] The post Would Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg ever participate in NBA dunk, 3-point contests? appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NEW YORK – Is it too late for a New Year’s resolution? Not for the New York Knicks, who defeated the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night with an ostensibly recharged defense. Instead of starting a healthy Mitchell Robinson, head coach Mike Brown gave Miles “Deuce” McBride the nod. The result was a 123-111 win, […] The post Deuce McBride succeeds in sparking Knicks’ defense after getting starting nod appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NBAFor the first time since his rookie season, Charlotte Hornets star point guard LaMelo Ball will be coming off the bench in Thursday night’s matchup against the Indiana Pacers at Spectrum Center in Charlotte. Replacing Ball in the starting lineup is veteran point guard Collin Sexton. Collin Sexton will start at point guard tonight for […] The post Why Hornets’ LaMelo Ball isn’t starting for first time since 2021 appeared first on ClutchPoints .
While former Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas approves of the Trae Young trade, the franchise’s 2010 first overall pick, John Wall, another memorable guard, will be honored. The Wizards will celebrate Wall’s career by hosting a pop-up via and giving out bobbleheads of the five-time All-Star during an upcoming game. The Wizards announced Wall’s bobblehead […] The post Wizards make exciting John Wall announcement that will catch fans attention appeared first on ClutchPoints .
With the NBA trade season officially kicking off with one star leaving the only team he’s ever played for, New Orleans Pelicans’ Zion Williamson could be the next trade in a potential deal with the Chicago Bulls. It’s worth keeping a close eye on, as the Pelicans, Williamson, and the Bulls inch closer to the […] The post NBA rumors: Zion Williamson trade smoke billowing around Bulls appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Charlotte Hornets came into their game against the Indiana Pacers on Thursday looking to add to their current win streak. However, to get a win, the Hornets were going to have to do so without Brandon Miller as he was ejected after picking up two technical fouls. Brandon Miller was ejected early in the […] The post Brandon Miller gets tossed after 2 techs vs. Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Was it a case of muscle memory or deliberate trolling? Whatever it was, the Atlanta Hawks grabbed attention on Wednesday after including Trae Young in the injury report ahead of their game against the Denver Nuggets. The Hawks, who traded Young to the Washington Wizards on Tuesday, will visit the Nuggets at Ball Arena on […] The post Hawks share hilarious Trae Young injury report after trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NBAAnthony Edwards had a respectful take regarding Kobe Bryant after surpassing one of the late NBA legend’s feats in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 131-122 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night. Edwards is going through his sixth season in the league with the Timberwolves. He continues to improve as one of the top stars, expanding […] The post Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards’ ‘sick’ admission after breaking Kobe Bryant record after beating Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Whether he likes it or not, Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards is undeniably one of the faces of the NBA. He has proven many times that he is an elite talent who can draw large crowds with his electric playing style. But Edwards has learned over the years that while highlight plays are great to […] The post Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards reveals when light bulb went off to play winning basketball appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls’ Thursday night tussle was postponed to a later, yet-to-be-specified date after condensation on the United Center floor rendered the court unplayable. However, everyone was holding on to hope for quite some time that somehow the treacherous conditions can be resolved, which led to an entertaining, but ultimately fruitless wait […] The post Tyler Herro backs out of challenge from Benny the Bull during delay appeared first on ClutchPoints .
It’s time to rebuild with purpose, not panic. The Indiana Pacers didn’t plan for 2025–26 to look like this. A season that was supposed to be about momentum and continuity has become about survival, patience, and long-term vision. With Tyrese Haliburton sidelined for the entire year and Myles Turner no longer anchoring the middle, Indiana […] The post Pacers trade proposal to Mavericks gives Tyrese Haliburton his Myles Turner replacement appeared first on ClutchPoints .