NBA NewsSaturday, Feb 28, 2026

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford recently returned from injury in the team’s 124-105 loss against the Memphis Grizzlies. Gafford has been dealing with persistent ankle injuries throughout the season, missing several games. In his return to the lineup for the Mavericks, he played 20 minutes, scoring 14 points and nabbing five rebounds. The performance showcased […] The post Daniel Gafford gets 100% real on dealing with injury adversity appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Chicago Bulls are in a real state of limbo. They are in the middle of an 11-game losing streak, including going through February without a win. Additionally, they are still coming to terms with a new roster following seven big trades. Recently, head coach Billy Donovan shared publicly what the front office told him […] The post Billy Donovan reveals what front office said about new players appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Josh Minott played extended minutes with the Brooklyn Nets for the first time on Friday. While the Nets were thoroughly embarrassed during a 148-111 blowout loss to the Boston Celtics, Minott turned heads with his play against his former team. The trade deadline acquisition was among Brooklyn’s lone bright spots, posting nine points and two […] The post Nets trade acquisition turns heads against former team during debut appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Kevin Durant is coming off a historic 40-point performance that lifted the Houston Rockets to a 113-108 win over the Orlando Magic on Thursday. He is routinely viewed as one of the best pure scorers in league history. On Saturday, Kendrick Perkins took those claims a little further by comparing Durant to 35-time Grammy Award […] The post Kendrick Perkins makes wild Kevin Durant-Beyoncé comparison appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Memphis Grizzlies have a track record of finding diamonds in the second round. One of their latest discoveries is quickly making a case that his value extends far beyond the current wages. With an All-Rookie year on the resume and another productive season underway, Jaylen Wells should strongly consider pushing for a contract extension worth […] The post Why Grizzlies’ breakout star should push for $15 million contract extension this summer appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Atlanta Hawks have officially begun selling their Magic City-inspired merchandise following a viral announcement that drew national attention earlier this week. After unveiling a surprise collaboration with Magic City on Thursday, the Hawks listed their “Forever 404 Magic City Peachtree Hoodie” for sale on the team’s official website. The hoodie is priced at $125 […] The post Hawks selling Magic City inspired hoodies after viral announcement appeared first on ClutchPoints .

MIAMI – With Miami Heat star Norman Powell considered “week-to-week” with a groin strain, the team is looking for ways to fill the void that the All-Star has now left, which is no doubt a big ask with how productive he’s been. As the Heat’s frustrations grow amid a step back in the last two […] The post Heat’s Erik Spoelstra teases bigger role for Tyler Herro amid Norman Powell injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Former Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott recently detailed what it was like to coach Kobe Bryant during his historic 60-point performance in the final game of his NBA career. Scott appeared on Rock 955’s The Morning Mosh Pit podcast and reflected on Bryant’s unforgettable finale against the Utah Jazz on April 13, 2016. […] The post Byron Scott shares behind-the-scenes story from Kobe Bryant’s 60-point Lakers finale appeared first on ClutchPoints .

NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade publicly questioned Bam Adebayo’s recent assertion that the Miami Heat are better than a play-in team ahead of Saturday’s matchup against the Houston Rockets. Speaking during Prime Video’s pregame broadcast as Miami opened a three-game homestand, Wade addressed Adebayo’s comments following the Heat’s recent loss. “Same thing I asked […] The post Dwyane Wade questions Bam Adebayo’s ‘better than a play-in team’ claim appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is leading the pack as the odds-on favorite to win his second-straight NBA Most Valuable Player award. He’s also been regarded as the NBA’s most stylist player off the court, so naturally he has to have one of the best looking signature sneakers in the game. Looking to claim that […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander releases Converse SHAI 001 ‘Truffle’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton recently shared the moment he understood he would not take part in the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Pacers star discussed the experience on the Mind the Game podcast while continuing his recovery from a torn Achilles. Haliburton is sidelined for the entire 2025-26 season after suffering the injury in Game […] The post Tyrese Haliburton on realizing his Paris Olympics role was limited appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

In terms of pure talent, Lamar Odom was one of the most gifted basketball players of his generation. He had point guard skills at 6’10 with an excellent handle and court vision while also being capable of scoring at all three levels. He was a major part of the Los Angeles Lakers’ back-to-back championships in […]