NBA NewsWednesday, Sep 9, 2026

The Los Angeles Clippers are still recovering from the aftershocks of the massive punishment that the NBA hammered them with last week as a result of the Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumnavigation scandal. The Clippers will be forced to part with five future first-round picks, in addition to hefty fines and suspensions for key figures […] The post NBA rumors: Kawhi Leonard’s light punishment leaves Clippers ‘resentful’ as Raptors trade hangs in air appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Minnesota Timberwolves retooled their roster this offseason, trading for LaMelo Ball and signing Jonathan Kuminga in free agency. While those are solid additions, the Timberwolves might feel the sting from losing veteran point guard Mike Conley to the Boston Celtics, and for much more than simply what he brought on the court. Mike Conley […] The post Insider drops harsh reality on Mike Conley loss after Celtics departure appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Houston Rockets made a move this past week to keep one of their top rising young players in the fold for the foreseeable future after agreeing to a five-year, $208 million contract extension with forward Amen Thompson. His new deal brought out some doubters, however, including former NBA player Joe Johnson who bemoaned Thompson’s […] The post Draymond Green claps back at Amen Thompson critics after $208 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Boston Celtics are hoping to prove their skeptics wrong heading into the 2026-27 NBA season, which is just over a month away. The Celtics shocked fans this offseason by trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in a move that brought back Paul George and draft picks. The move came just months after Brown […] The post Jaylen Brown’s ‘disappointing’ take on end of Celtics tenure appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti made some difficult decisions in order to get from under the dreaded second apron, many wonder how he’ll be approaching Cason Wallace’s looming contract extension ahead of the October 19 deadline. Presti moved on from three Thunder veterans this summer — Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, and Lu Dort. […] The post Thunder rumors: Cason Wallace could command a $33 million annual salary, per NBA insider appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LOS ANGELES — The LA Clippers are entering the next stage of their franchise’s history after the NBA handed down one of the harshest punishments in sports for their involvement in the Kawhi Leonard scandal. It’s been one week since the NBA announced the findings of their investigation into the Clippers and allegations of salary […] The post Inside diehard Clippers fans’ minds after Kawhi Leonard scandal, NBA punishment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After ESPN reported that there was “no evidence” that Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled any money to Kawhi Leonard through his sponsors, the story has not been changed. And yet, the NBA gave the Clippers a huge punishment, including Ballmer being suspended, several stripped draft picks, and a hefty team fine. Status reports […] The post Some ESPN staffers appalled by Clippers’ Steve Ballmer-Kawhi Leonard reporting ‘disaster’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 18: Devon Higgs #26 of the Atlanta Hawks drives to the basket during the game against the Washington Wizards on July 18, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via ...

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - APRIL 19: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns dribbles the ball during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Round One Game One of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 19, 2026 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by B...

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 12: Jarred Vanderbilt #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers dunks against the Dallas Mavericks in the second half at Crypto.com Arena on February 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. 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 Wally Skalij/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to our Lakers Season Preview Series! F...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 11: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Rocket Arena on February 11, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Nick Cammett/Getty Images) | Getty Images All-time great players achieve that status by continually defy...

NEW YORK,NY - NOVEMBER 13: Jose Calderon #81 of the Cleveland Cavaliers gets ready before the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on November 13, 2017 in New York, New York 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via ...