NBA NewsThursday, Jan 15, 2026

Austin Rivers delivered a cautionary message to Orlando Magic fans regarding recent discourse surrounding star forward Paolo Banchero, saying public criticism can have a tangible effect on players during the season. Rivers addressed the topic on a recent episode of Off Guard with Austin Rivers, pointing to how team success in games without a star […] The post Paolo Banchero-Magic fans discourse gets stark warning from Austin Rivers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The New Orleans Pelicans may be among the worst teams in the association, but their front office is not about to give up anyone for cheap. In fact, they are demanding a king’s ransom for their core players, including, but not limited to, Herb Jones. Even with Jones suffering through an injury-ravaged season that’s limited […] The post Ranking 5 best Herb Jones trade destinations if Pelicans change tune before 2026 deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .

A success story in the NBA never gets old. Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson’s path to the league was not paved with glowing reviews and instant minutes. His one-and-done stint with UCLA was not ideal, as he only averaged 3.3 points and 2.9 rebounds off the bench. His lone year was also made more difficult […] The post How Kevin Durant made Nuggets forward Peyton Watson’s dream come true appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Sacramento Kings stunned the New York Knicks 112-101, pulling off the biggest upset of the season. On a night that was supposed to be a Mike Brown revenge game, the Kings did the unthinkable. Coach Doug Christie was ecstatic over how his team played in the victory over New York, especially Precious Achiuwa, according […] The post Kings’ Doug Christie giddy over ‘grown man basketball’ played in beatdown of Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints .

NBA legend Carmelo Anthony strongly believes that Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry should be in the greatest-of-all-time conversation and was surprised anyone would leave him out. Last month, Anthony appeared on an episode of The Big Podcast with Shaq, where he gave his two cents on the GOAT conversation. “If you taking the GOATs […] The post Warriors’ Stephen Curry belongs in GOAT debate, Carmelo Anthony says appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Boston Celtics had a lot of turnover heading into this season, and many thought that they would somewhat struggle, especially without their best player. So far, they’re proving the doubters wrong and are one of the better teams in the Eastern Conference, led by Jaylen Brown, Derrick White, and other key players on the […] The post Celtics rumors: Trade deadline business could hint at Jayson Tatum comeback appeared first on ClutchPoints .

As the NBA trade deadline approaches next month, the Indiana Pacers have begun casting a wide net in their search for frontcourt help, with recent outreach including a call to the Atlanta Hawks regarding center Onyeka Okongwu. Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported this week that Indiana has contacted Atlanta to gauge the availability […] The post NBA rumors: Pacers called Hawks about Onyeka Okongwu trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Philadelphia 76ers have been a mostly pleasant surprise so far this season, currently sitting at 22-17 despite a recent home loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in blowout fashion. The 76ers have seen excellent play from rookie VJ Edgecombe, and Joel Embiid and Paul George are starting to make appearances in the lineup a bit […] The post NBA rumors: 76ers talked Grizzlies trade, but not for Ja Morant appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The NBA gets a juicy matchup that could also not have one of the best players available. It will be one of the better teams in California vs. the prize of the Big Apple, as the New York Knicks visit the Sacramento Kings. It’s time to look at our NBA odds series, while making a Knicks-Warriors […] The post Knicks vs. Warriors prediction, odds, pick – 1/15/2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Houston Rockets played some rough basketball last week, and found themselves on a three-game losing streak, two of them being against the Portland Trail Blazers and the third being to the Sacramento Kings. If it was any time to get out of a slump, it was to start the week, and that’s what they […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant compares monster dunk that crushed Kay Adams’ Chicago heart to Tush Push appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Anthony Davis’s injury issues are well-known. The former No. 1 overall NBA draft pick is a perennial All-NBA and All-Star selection when healthy, but it’s effectively a coin flip when he is actually healthy. The persistent ailments have resulted in major criticism and ridicule by fans and media members and have led some, like former […] The post Gilbert Arenas dubs Mavericks’ Anthony Davis ‘Mr. Ouchie’ over endless injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The NBA’s All-Star process has never been kind to teams buried at the bottom of the standings, and Trey Murphy III understands that reality as well as anyone. The new-look New Orleans Pelicans started training camp with playoff aspirations, but the season has been derailed by injuries to its most established stars. Dejounte Murray and […] The post How Pelicans’ Trey Murphy III really feels about NBA All-Star disrespect appeared first on ClutchPoints .