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The Los Angeles Lakers are showing increased flexibility ahead of the NBA trade deadline, with Rui Hachimura now firmly in play after years of organizational hesitation. The development reflects a broader effort to fine-tune a roster built around Luka Doncic and LeBron James. NBA insider Evan Sidery reported Wednesday that Los Angeles is more open […] The post Lakers increasingly open to trading Rui Hachimura appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jalen Johnson delivered the most complete performance of his season as the Atlanta Hawks edged the Memphis Grizzlies 124-122 on Wednesday night at FedExForum. Johnson finished with 32 points, 15 rebounds, and a decisive basket in the final minute, helping Atlanta survive a back-and-forth contest that featured 21 lead changes and 14 ties. The Hawks […] The post Johnson’s 32-point double-double lifts Hawks past Grizzlies in thriller appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The New Orleans Pelicans have been a major disappointment this season, currently sitting at 10-36 after a recent home loss to the Detroit Pistons. The continued struggles have led some to believe that the Pelicans will be sellers as opposed to buyers at the upcoming trade deadline, although it remains to be seen how things […] The post NBA rumors: Buzz builds around Pacers-Pelicans trade, but there’s a hold-up appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Sacramento Kings have been on the struggle bus throughout the 2025-26 NBA season, currently sitting at 8-30 ahead of Sunday night’s game against the Houston Rockets. With all of their frustrations, it’s no surprise that the Kings have been the subject of plenty of trade rumors so far this year, including ones revolving around […] The post NBA rumors: What Kings won’t do in Domantas Sabonis trade talks with Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NBAPhiladelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe did not waste any time making his presence felt against the Houston Rockets at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday. The 76ers have struggled recently, coming off a loss to the Phoenix Suns, 116-110, on Tuesday, and Edgecombe wanted to reenergize his team against the Rockets. In the first quarter, he […] The post 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe sends early message to Rockets with sick Alperen Sengun poster appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NBAThe Washington Wizards are attempting to earn their 11th win of the season on Thursday in a contest against the Denver Nuggets. Early on in the game, Alex Sarr somehow managed to record a bucket and what appears to be the most improbable shot you may ever see. Early in the first quarter, the 20-year-old […] The post Wizards center Alex Sarr may have just made the most improbable shot ever appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Toronto Raptors’ play may have fallen a bit as of late, but they remain in fourth place in the congested Eastern Conference with a 20-15 record. That is still better than most expected out of them heading into the 2025-26 campaign, although that seems to be the bare minimum considering how much the team […] The post 1 deal Raptors must make with 2025-26 NBA trade season underway appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NBASome bad weather is expected to hit the East Coast this weekend. As a result, the NBA game between the Washington Wizards, led by Trae Young, and the Charlotte Hornets is being moved. On Saturday, the game in Charlotte will be rescheduled to noon EST instead of 6 pm EST, per NBA Communications. Many parts […] The post Saturday’s Hornets-Wizards game moved due to inclement weather appeared first on ClutchPoints .
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks have been talked about quite frequently. Cooper Flagg’s rookie season is receiving plenty of attention (and rightfully so), while the potential of an Anthony Davis trade will continue to be often discussed until he is either moved or the trade deadline comes and goes. However, Max Christie’s elite three-point shooting […] The post The Mavericks’ elite 3-point shooter no one is talking about appeared first on ClutchPoints .
It’s time for the Detroit Pistons to think like champions. There’s a difference between leading the standings and owning the moment. The Pistons have already done the former. Now, as the 2026 NBA trade deadline approaches, the league’s most unexpected powerhouse can either stay the course, or strike while the window is wide open. History […] The post Pistons’ dream 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario that cements East favorite status appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Tyrese Maxey pulled off an incredible dunk highlight over Jabari Smith Jr. during the Philadelphia 76ers’ matchup against the Houston Rockets on Thursday night. Maxey is enjoying the best season of his career to date, his sixth with the 76ers. He is rising as one of the best guards in the entire league, earning his […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey dunks all over Jabari Smith Jr. with left-handed jam appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Jose Alvarado insists the wait is nearly over. As the New Orleans Pelicans navigate an uneven season and the uncertainty of the NBA Trade Deadline, the reserve guard says a return from injury is imminent. The undrafted dynamo from Georgia Tech, sidelined with an oblique injury, spoke candidly about his recovery, the mental strain of […] The post Pelicans’ Jose Alvarado addresses injury return, NBA Trade Deadline rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints .