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Just when it looked as though the Los Angeles Clippers had righted the ship, they decided to pivot. Prior to the trade deadline, the Clippers, after months of rebuffing overtures for a few of their best players, hit a reset button of sorts, trading away to nailed-on starters, James Harden and Ivica Zubac, to the […] The post Clippers 2026 NBA trade deadline grade after 3 deals appeared first on ClutchPoints .
It was a wild ride at TD Garden Friday night, with the Boston Celtics rallying from 22 points down to beat the Miami Heat 98-96, featuring a heated moment between Boston rookie Hugo Gonzalez and Miami All-Star Norman Powell. Early in the fourth quarter, the two players battled for a loose ball, resulting in a […] The post Hugo Gonzalez, Norman Powell get heated during Celtics-Heat clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Sacramento Kings have not had a great season. Sacramento though got a fabulous performance on Friday from guard Malik Monk. Monk was draining 3’s with ease, as the Kings tangled with the Los Angeles Clippers. Monk threeMonk threeMonk three Malik Monk ends the first quarter on FIRE from deep 🎯 pic.twitter.com/IKjej3gU6E — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) […] The post Kings’ Malik Monk showcases sixth man prowess with 3-point barrage appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren earned his first All-Star selection and will participate in this year’s dunk contest. For All-Star Cade Cunningham, it’s just the beginning. After a 118-80 win against the New York Knicks, Cunningham revealed Duren is on pace to be one of the NBA’s best. Cunningham discussed Duren’s game, per Prime’s The Crossover. […] The post Pistons’ Cade Cunningham reveals league-best expectations for Jalen Duren appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Dallas Mavericks made big moves at the 2026 NBA trade deadline, leaving Jason Kidd with a hollowed-out roster for their Saturday evening game against the San Antonio Spurs. The team’s four new acquisitions — Khris Middleton, Marvin Bagley III, Tyus Jones and A.J. Johnson — could all make their debuts soon. While none of […] The post Khris Middleton, new Mavericks players set to join team ahead of Spurs clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Although the NBA trade deadline has passed, rumors are still running rampant around LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. There is speculation that James may be seeking a new team in the offseason. Former center-turned-analyst Kendrick Perkins hinted that one team to keep an eye on is the Cleveland Cavaliers. During the latest episode […] The post Cavs rumors: Donovan Mitchell, James Harden want to recruit LeBron James in offseason, per Kendrick Perkins appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Former Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain has officially joined the Oklahoma City Thunder, as Mark Daigneault revealed the front office has had eyes on the sophomore shooter since his 2024 draft process. Ahead of this week’s deadline, the Thunder traded with the 76ers for McCain. GM Sam Presti reached deep into his treasure trove of […] The post Jared McCain’s Thunder connection goes all the way back to 2024 NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .
As the Atlanta Hawks look to extend their win streak to three games, their Saturday night matchup against the Charlotte Hornets comes with notable uncertainty surrounding one of their newest additions. The Hawks (26-27) host the Hornets (24-28) at 7:00 p.m. ET to close out a two-game homestand, but veteran guard Buddy Hield remains listed […] The post Is Buddy Hield playing tonight after trade? Hawks vs. Hornets injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints .
It was bad enough when the Houston Rockets lost at home to their rivals, the San Antonio Spurs. But what’s followed in the 10 days since has been even worse, as the Spurs appear to have put out the blueprint on how to stop this Rockets team. Houston led by eight at halftime of that […] The post The blueprint is out: how opponents are slowing down the Rockets’ offense appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The San Antonio Spurs are set to host the Dallas Mavericks in a Saturday night matchup. De’Aaron Fox, however, is dealing with an injury, so is he playing tonight vs. the Mavs? Fox is listed on the injury report with bilateral mid thoratic soreness. San Antonio is monitoring the situation ahead of Saturday’s game. Here’s […] The post Is De’Aaron Fox playing tonight? Spurs vs. Mavericks injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Atlanta Hawks are not the same team that they were to start the season. There have been many changes due to injuries and trades, but they’ve still found a way not lose track of the season. The core set of players have been available for the most part, and have led the Hawks to […] The post Hawks’ Nickeil Alexander-Walker has eyes set on one goal for second half of season appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The NBA has announced the full field for the 2026 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest as All-Star Weekend approaches in Los Angeles. As the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend draws closer to next week’s festivities, which run from Friday, Feb. 13 through Sunday night at Intuit Dome, the league revealed the players set to compete in this […] The post Jaxson Hayes, Carter Bryant among players set to participate in NBA Slam Dunk Contest appeared first on ClutchPoints .
