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Jordan Poole and the New Orleans Pelicans, on their off day, took some time to talk to young fans and have them ask about what life in the NBA is like. Little did Poole know that he was about to be reminded of the biggest turning point of his career on a random Thursday afternoon. […] The post Young fan asks Pelicans’ Jordan Poole crazy Draymond Green question appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Denver Nuggets head to Fiserv Forum looking to extend a five-game road winning streak as they take on the Milwaukee Bucks in a Friday night matchup. Milwaukee enters as the home favorite, but the numbers, recent form, and matchup data point toward Denver emerging victorious, per DraftKings. Denver Nuggets vs. Milwaukee Bucks Odds Denver […] The post Nuggets vs. Bucks NBA Rivals Week 2026 prediction, odds, pick – 1/23/2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Winners of four of their last five, the Detroit Pistons will look to slow the momentum of the resurgent Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday night. The Pistons are still waiting to see if Cade Cunningham can return from a one-game injury absence after hurting his wrist earlier in the week. Here is everything we know […] The post Is Cade Cunningham playing tonight? Pistons vs. Clippers injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NBAThe Los Angeles Clippers successfully defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 112-104 on Thursday at the Intuit Dome. Prior to the game, Kawhi Leonard was questionable but ultimately played. Even so, he was on a minutes restriction and watched from the bench as his team nearly choked a 25-point lead, causing him to get nervous, according […] The post Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard’s minutes restriction had him getting antsy as LA almost choked vs. Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NBADraymond Green never misses a chance to defend his friends, especially when that friend is the NBA’s all-time leading scorer. The Golden State Warriors veteran went scorched earth on Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss following reports that she had privately criticized LeBron James. Green did not hold back on his podcast, suggesting that the […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green blasts Jeanie Buss for alleged LeBron James criticism appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Los Angeles Lakers have been trending downward over the past few weeks, and it’s uncertain how they’re going to get out of this slump. The one solution is getting Austin Reaves back, who is set to return sometime during the Lakers’ road trip, but that still might not be enough to get them back […] The post LeBron James asked point blank if he wants to stay with Lakers this season appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NBAJanuary 22, 2026, was the 20th anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s 81-point performance against the Toronto Raptors. During a session on NBA TV, Mavericks legend playfully recalled his favorite Kobe Bryant story. Dirk: "I'm 1-0 against Kobe in the playoffs *mic drop*" "Next" 😂 pic.twitter.com/WgnaroBvdX — Oh No He Didn't (@ohnohedidnt24) January 23, 2026 Nowitzki was […] The post Mavericks’Dirk Nowitzki hilariously mic drops on Kobe Bryant on 20th anniversary of 81-point game appeared first on Clutc...
NBAKenan Thompson is an Emmy Award-winning comedian, actor, producer, and author, and the longest-tenured cast member in Saturday Night Live history, now in his 23rd season. He is also one of the most famous and recognizable names in comedy today. Thompson’s career spans more than three decades, placing him among the most accomplished performers in […] The post EXCLUSIVE: Kenan Thompson tells hilarious Charles Barkley SNL story, pitches Michael Jordan skits appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Oklahoma City Thunder returns from its four-game road trip to face the Indiana Pacers in an NBA Finals rematch with more injured players than before. All-Star Jalen Williams joined Isaiah Hartenstein on the injury report as the two Thunder starters’ respective long-term injuries leave a void in the frontcourt. Williams strained his right hamstring […] The post Thunder’s long injury report for NBA Finals rematch vs. Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Michael Porter Jr. had superstar expectations for himself when he entered the NBA. While he never reached those heights during his injury-riddled Denver Nuggets tenure, he’s making up for lost time with the Brooklyn Nets. Porter Jr. has planted himself firmly in the All-Star conversation amid a breakout season as Brooklyn’s No. 1 option. After […] The post Michael Porter Jr. reveals how he revitalized career after injuries foiled ‘best in NBA’ expectations appeared first on ClutchPoints .
LOS ANGELES – After a huge, come from behind win on the road against the Denver Nuggets, the Los Angeles Lakers couldn’t build on that momentum, falling to the LA Clippers, 112-104. After getting off to a strong start to the season, the Lakers haven’t been able to string together consistent games. And head coach […] The post JJ Redick identifies consistent problem when Lakers don’t play well appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Miami Heat have fallen off a bit from their torrid start to the 2025-26 season, and on Thursday night, they lost their 20th game of the campaign in 41 games in a 119-114 loss to the Boston Celtics. It is quite worrying that the Heat have struggled more now that Tyler Herro has been […] The post Heat’s Erik Spoelstra gives Kel’el Ware harsh reality check after 2nd-half DNP vs. Celtics appeared first on ClutchPoints .