NBA NewsSaturday, Jan 17, 2026

In a season filled with growing pains for the Indiana Pacers, one moment stood out as genuinely special. Veteran guard TJ McConnell etched his name into NBA history during Indiana’s 127-119 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. He became just the second player ever to record 3,000 career assists off the bench. The […] The post Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton complements TJ McConnell on ‘crazy’ historical accomplishment appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Once upon a time, the 2025-26 Los Angeles Clippers began the season having lost 21 of their first 27 games. A 6-21 record would have been perfectly acceptable for any tanking team. But the Clippers have been up against the clock since 2019, and they continue to owe the Oklahoma City Thunder first-round picks thanks […] The post 5-game win streak proves the Clippers are back appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Cleveland Browns need to address their offense this offseason. Despite fielding the fourth-ranked defense in the NFL, Cleveland’s offense ranked 31st in scoring. But Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson may have the solution. After Tyson’s 39-point performance against the 76ers on Friday, he used his postgame interview to hype up his brother. Jordyn Tyson […] The post Fans urge Browns to draft Jordyn Tyson after Jaylon Tyson’s 39-point game appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Kevin Durant went viral for his reaction towards Rudy Gobert airballing a free throw during the Houston Rockets’ matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night. Durant is going through his 19th year in the NBA, his first with the Rockets. The stint has been a successful one for the veteran star so far, having […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant has perfect reaction to Rudy Gobert free throw airball appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Julius Randle got the better of Alperen Sengun for a highlight during the Minnesota Timberwolves’ matchup against the Houston Rockets on Friday night. Randle is going through his 12th year in the NBA, his second with the Timberwolves. He has fully settled in as the team’s second option behind Anthony Edwards, providing the squad plenty […] The post Timberwolves’ Julius Randle bullies Alperen Sengun for easy slam dunk appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Philadelphia 76ers dropped a tough game on Friday to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Cleveland’s young star Jaylon Tyson poured in 39 points to pace Cleveland to a 1117-115 victory. Following the game, 76ers coach Nick Nurse opened up about the team’s performance in the loss. “This one wasn’t very good,” Nurse said, per NBC Sports […] The post Even Nick Nurse admits 76ers team ‘wasn’t very good’ in 4th quarter vs. Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints .

With the Miami Heat taking on the Boston Celtics on Thursday night, the hope is that Tyler Herro and the rest can lead a healthy team to earn their second straight win after beating the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. However, as the Heat and Herro await the challenge of the Celtics, there could still be […] The post Is Tyler Herro playing tonight? Heat vs. Celtics injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Dallas Mavericks may again be without rookie standout Cooper Flagg as they prepare to face the Utah Jazz for the second time this week. Dallas (16–26) hosts Utah (14–27) on Saturday evening at 5:00 p.m. ET, continuing a four-game homestand. The Mavericks’ injury report released Saturday morning listed Flagg as doubtful with a left […] The post Is Cooper Flagg playing tonight? Mavericks vs. Jazz injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Los Angeles Lakers host the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday night, with the team looking to put together a mini win streak. Jaxson Hayes is on the Lakers’ injury report, and he is listed as questionable due to left hamstring soreness. Here is everything we know about Jaxson Hayes’ injury and his playing status for […] The post Is Jaxson Hayes playing tonight? Lakers vs. Hornets injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black turned heads on Thursday evening after dunking on four Memphis Grizzlies players to help his team secure a 118-111 win. With many considering it a “Dunk of the Year” candidate, Black weighs in and shares his take on the play. While talking with NBA Insider Marc Stein, the soon-to-be 22-year-old […] The post Magic guard Anthony Black breaks down insane dunk vs. Grizzlies appeared first on ClutchPoints .

LeBron James wouldn’t be where he is without the help of his longtime agent and friend Rich Paul. In addition to his role as an agent, Paul has had his hands full with his podcast Game Over alongside Max Kellerman. However, not everyone is too keen about Paul having a podcast. One of those harsh […] The post Austin Rivers sounds off on Rich Paul having a podcast appeared first on ClutchPoints .

DALLAS — Does Jason Kidd still enjoy coaching? Will he continue to coach the Dallas Mavericks for years to come? Kidd — who has been the head coach in Dallas since the 2021-22 NBA season — was asked about his coaching future before Wednesday night’s game against the Denver Nuggets, and he explained how Cooper […] The post Why ‘unicorn’ Cooper Flagg may extend Jason Kidd’s Mavericks coaching career appeared first on ClutchPoints .