NBA NewsMonday, Feb 2, 2026

The reserves for next month’s NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles were announced on Sunday, including Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant. Meanwhile, among the first-timers is Miami Heat guard Norman Powell. Powell has been on a tear in his maiden season with the Heat, averaging career-highs of 23.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.2 […] The post Rockets’ Fred VanVleet sends powerful message to Norman Powell’s NBA All-Star selection appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Portland Trail Blazers will have to navigate their Sunday night matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers without their brightest star. Just days after earning his first career All-Star selection, forward Deni Avdija has been ruled out due to a low back strain. NBA correspondent Marc Stein first reported the news via X, noting that the […] The post Trail Blazers’ Deni Avdija to miss first game since All-Star nod vs Cavaliers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James was back in one of his favorite arenas in the world on Sunday, as they visited the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden for a marquee matchup. James has had iconic moments in the hallowed venue. There is truly something different, almost mystical, about competing at Madison Square […] The post Watch LeBron James meet draftmate Carmelo Anthony before Lakers-Knicks clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Luka Doncic knows how to put on a show under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, and he did just that Sunday night. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar was upto his usual ‘Luka Magic’ antics. With less than four minutes remaining in the third quarter, the Lakers found themselves trailing 75-74 in a gritty […] The post Lakers star Luka Doncic’s gesture to Spike Lee after draining triple vs. Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints .

There are not a lot of better players than Los Angeles Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard when he’s healthy. If he is on the court, Leonard is always tough to slow down, and during one of the plays in Sunday night’s game against the Phoenix Suns on the road, “The Klaw” showed that by slicing through […] The post Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard weaves through Suns defense for massive dunk appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The New Orleans Pelicans are caught between talent and fear. They now stare into the most dangerous place an NBA franchise can occupy: the middle ground between potential and reality. As the February 5 trade deadline approaches, New Orleans finds itself armed with elite talent. They are, however, boxed in by draft obligations, looming contracts, […] The post Pelicans’ nightmare 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario with Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy III decisions looming appeared first on ClutchPoi...

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has arguably the most iconic chasedown block in NBA history. On Sunday, San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama said: Hold my beer. The Spurs hosted the Orlando Magic at Frost Bank Center, and Wembanyama quickly reminded everyone—once again—that he is a nightly highlight waiting to happen. In the second […] The post Victor Wembanyama’s insane chasedown block in Spurs-Magic looks like AI appeared first on ClutchPoints .

What was supposed to be a dream season has quickly become a franchise referendum. Few franchises live with higher stakes than the Milwaukee Bucks right now. They were once the model of stability built around Giannis Antetokounmpo. Now, the organization enters the 2026 NBA trade deadline with its identity, relevance, and future direction all under […] The post Bucks’ dream 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario with Giannis Antetokounmpo drama hanging over franchise appeared first on ClutchPoints .

For many players, making it to the NBA All-Star Game is a validation of their hard work, dedication, and talent. It is a distinction not many can have, which explains why Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren looked proud after learning that he was selected as one of the reserves for next month’s starry affair in […] The post The heartwarming on-court moment Pistons’ Jalen Duren learned he was named an All-Star appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren was named as an All-Star for the first time, so Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson congratulated him in a slightly different way. The Nuggets were looking for their third straight win as they hosted the Thunder at Ball Arena on Sunday. It could be a preview of the conference […] The post Nuggets’ Peyton Watson throws down monster dunk over Chet Holmgren appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Memphis Grizzlies have spent the last several seasons branding themselves as a rising power built on swagger, youth, and internal continuity. As the 2026 NBA trade deadline approaches, though, that vision is under its most serious threat yet. Injuries, philosophical clashes, and the question of Ja Morant’s future are looming. These have turned what […] The post Grizzlies’ nightmare 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario amid Ja Morant drama appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The wait is finally over. For years, the narrative surrounding Jamal Murray was that he was the “best player in the NBA to never make an All-Star team.” That changed Sunday when the league officially named the Denver Nuggets guard a Western Conference reserve for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game in Inglewood. When Jamal Murray […] The post Nuggets’ Jamal Murray gets massive ovation following All-Star nod appeared first on ClutchPoints .