Former Sacramento Kings point guard Russell Westbrook hung up his sneakers earlier last month. The decision came as a shock to his NBA fans as well as to former NBA players who have watched him up close. However, even after a month, Patrick Beverley does not believe Westbrook’s NBA career is necessarily over. The former […] The post Patrick Beverley says Russell Westbrook “might be back” in NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Despite signing a five-year, $185 million extension, Rockets All-Star Alperen Sengun’s future could be in jeopardy according to one NBA insider. The Rockets will look to build off their first-round playoff exit against the Los Angeles Lakers last season. After finishing with the fifth-best record in the Western Conference standings, critics are raising questions about […] The post Rockets rumors: Why 2026-27 season could determine Alperen Sengun’s future in Houston appeared first on ClutchPoi...
NBAWhile one analyst questioned the Boston Celtics trading for Paul George in exchange for Jaylen Brown, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst sees the bright side for the most-storied franchise. As the dust settles from the Celtics’ blockbuster trade with the Philadelphia 76ers, looking ahead to the 2026-27 season, he’s giving Boston the benefit of the doubt. Considering […] The post Why Brian Windhorst is still high on Celtics even after Jaylen Brown trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
With a potential max extension for New York Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns on the horizon, the team owner James Dolan’s looming decision could alter the All-Star forward’s future. After helping the Knicks capture their first championship in 53 years, Towns, with two seasons remaining on his four-year, $220.4 million contract, is due for an extension. However, […] The post Knicks rumors: James Dolan’s reluctance could decide Karl-Anthony Towns’ future appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NBAKyle Lowry is going down as one of the greatest players in Toronto Raptors history. His impact on the franchise was so significant that he earned the key to the city. Lowry played in the NBA for 20 seasons from 2006 to 2026. Nine of those years took place with the Raptors, being one of […] The post Watch Raptors legend Kyle Lowry receive key to city in Toronto appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Despite having the best offseason in franchise history, the Philadelphia 76ers’ additions of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, along with five others, will have their work cut out for them. The 2026-27 76ers have a long road ahead of themselves, and success isn’t necessarily promised despite putting together an impressive roster. While perennial All-Star forwards James and […] The post 76ers rumors: The reality of Sixers’ immediate future despite stellar offseason moves appeared first on ClutchP...
Trail Blazers The Trail Blazers added Ja Morant and brought Damian Lillard home. Elias Esquivel of NBA On SI believes neither move should displace Deni Avdija as Portland’s offensive centerpiece. That’s an argument, not an indication of how coach Micah Nori intends to structure the offense. It’s also a reasonable argument. Avdija became an All-Star […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Deni Avdija, Nuggets, Cam Whitmore, Rockets appeared first on Hoops Wire.
The Pistons won 60 games last season. They also discovered in the playoffs that Cade Cunningham could use another scorer beside him. So, naturally, someone has placed Kyrie Irving in the trade machine. Miles Irvin of Pistons On SI proposed two hypothetical deals that would send Irving from the Mavericks to Detroit. To be clear, […] The post NBA trade proposals send Kyrie Irving to Pistons appeared first on Hoops Wire.
NBAJonathan Kuminga says he didn’t leave Lakers money on the table to join the Timberwolves. At least not money that was actually offered. During the Ball in the Family Podcast, Lonzo Ball’s manager, Darren Moore, said Kuminga contacted him directly after hearing discussion about his free-agent decision. “He actually DM’d me, and to clear this […] The post Jonathan Kuminga disputes talk of larger Lakers offer appeared first on Hoops Wire.
NBAPatrick Beverley’s path to the NBA included Ukraine, a $1.4 million gamble and one especially important defensive assignment. That would be none other than Ricky Rubio. Beverley told BasketUSA that guarding Rubio during the 2010 EuroLeague Final Four in Paris helped establish his reputation as an elite defender. “That’s where I made a name for […] The post Patrick Beverley says guarding Ricky Rubio helped him reach NBA appeared first on Hoops Wire.
NBABrad Stevens didn’t trade Jaylen Brown because Brown failed in Boston. He traded him because keeping the Celtics built around two maximum-salary, high-usage stars had become increasingly difficult. Stevens addressed the decision during an appearance on SiriusXM NBA Radio, explaining that Boston wanted greater depth and a roster capable of remaining competitive over an extended […] The post Celtics’ Brad Stevens on Jaylen Brown trade: ‘It was inevitable’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.
CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 08: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics reacts during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on March 08, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Celtics defeated the Cavaliers 109-98. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images Last season, Payton Pr...