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The Phoenix Suns pulled off one trade during the NBA trade deadline, but it was one they needed. General manager Brian Gregory was poised to get the team under the luxury tax, yet finding someone who fits what they are building. For a team lacking in frontcourt size, they ended up getting a nice return. […] The post Suns 2026 NBA trade deadline grade after 1 deal appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Victor Wembanyama covers up the mistakes his San Antonio Spurs teammates make on the floor. That 7-foot-5 frame erases would-be easy shot attempts in the lane once opposing players get by their defenders. Off the court, the generational talent is proving even more valuable. With the Spurs’ release of Jeremy Sochan, the Silver and Black […] The post Jeremy Sochan release highlights how Victor Wembanyama is covering up for Spurs draft blunders appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The New Orleans Pelicans are in the midst of a very long season. They entered Wednesday night’s home game against the Miami Heat having won just 15 of 55 games. But the one bright spot has been the emergence of Trey Murphy III. Sadly, that ascension came to a screeching halt vs. the Heat as […] The post Pelicans’ star Trey Murphy III suffers shoulder injury, ruled out vs. Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints .
In retrospect, 2023 was truly the beginning of the end for the Ja Morant-led Memphis Grizzlies. Their first-round exit at the hands of the Los Angeles Lakers and the eventual departure of Dillon Brooks in free agency has led all the way to where the Grizzlies are today: in the middle of a rebuild, with […] The post Grizzlies 2026 NBA trade deadline grade after 2 deals, keeping Ja Morant appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Indiana Pacers have known for so long that the 2025-26 season is a wash, and that they’re only biding time in preparation for their expected return to contention the following season. After reaching the NBA Finals in 2025, the Pacers are widely expected to pick up where they left off once Tyrese Haliburton returns […] The post Pacers 2026 NBA trade deadline grade after last-minute Ivica Zubac stunner appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Utah Jazz continue to build momentum after completing a blockbuster trade ahead of the 2026 NBA trade deadline. Jaren Jackson Jr. addressed his departure from the Memphis Grizzlies after delivering an impressive debut in Salt Lake City. Acquired from the Grizzlies on February 3, Jackson scored 23 points in a 121–93 victory over the […] The post Jazz star Jaren Jackson Jr. makes 1 thing clear about his time with Grizzlies appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Egor Demin has been the main bright spot of the Brooklyn Nets’ rookie class this season. However, Nolan Traore has emerged as a key contributor alongside Demin in the team’s backcourt in recent weeks. Traore’s high-level play has earned him a starting role with the rebuilding Nets. It also earned him praise from one of […] The post Rick Carlisle praises Nets rookie who has become ‘a problem’ for opposing defenses appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The New York Knicks completely dominated the Philadelphia 76ers in their latest game, defeating the 138-89. That’s a 49-point win, and it was one of their biggest wins in franchise history. Looking back at the history books, it was the second-largest win in franchise history, with the first one being when they defeated the Brooklyn […] The post Where Knicks’ 49-point win over 76ers ranks among biggest in franchise history appeared first on ClutchPoints .
On Wednesday evening, the Milwaukee Bucks got back into the win column with a narrow road win over the Orlando Magic in surprise fashion. The Bucks recently shook things up by adding Cam Thomas, who recently parted ways with the Brooklyn Nets and will give Milwaukee an explosive microwave scorer. That was in full effect […] The post Giannis’ eye of the tiger look at Cam Thomas after dagger will have Bucks fans fired up appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Philadelphia 76ers All-Star Tyrese Maxey offered words of encouragement to his team after its worst loss of the regular season in a 49-point rout — 138-89 — against the New York Knicks. Ahead of the upcoming All-Star break, things have only gotten worse for the 76ers. From veteran Paul George’s lengthy 25-game suspension for violating […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey says quiet part out loud about All-Star break after 49-point loss to Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints .
As Cam Thomas signed with the Milwaukee Bucks after being waived by the Brooklyn Nets, he has been looking to carve out a key role for his new team, as his talents were on full display on Wednesday night in the 116-108 win over the Orlando Magic. With Thomas looking to elevate the Bucks with […] The post Bucks’ Cam Thomas placed in Jamal Crawford, Lou Williams category by Doc Rivers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Dallas Mavericks rookie star Cooper Flagg and Washington Wizards second-year standout Alex Sarr were expected to be two of the featured names participating in the 2026 Rising Stars during NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles. Unfortunately, both youngsters will be unable to participate due to injury. Whereas the Mavs announced that Flagg is out through […] The post Cooper Flagg, Alex Sarr replacements for NBA All-Star Weekend festivities appeared first on ClutchPoints .
