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The Chris Finch-led Minnesota Timberwolves headed to Central Florida to take on the Magic in Orlando on a day when Kendrick Perkins declared the team’s Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball-led backcourt the NBA’s best. Ball and Edwards both threw up a ton of bricks on the night but also showcased the razzle-dazzle that has made […] The post Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball show that the ‘chemistry is real, baby’ vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers seemingly avoided a major blow during their season opener against the Golden State Warriors when Jake LaRavia was forced to leave the game early due to an ankle injury. He was ruled out for the team’s game against the LA Clippers on Friday, but head coach JJ Redick […] The post JJ Redick hopeful for quick Jake LaRavia injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

From the NBA court to the ownership table, Kenny Smith is taking a step toward team ownership, joining a group bidding for a potential expansion franchise in Las Vegas, NBA TV’s Chris Haynes reported on Friday. Smith has raised 20 percent of the total bid, according to Haynes. The group is led by former Milwaukee […] The post Inside The NBA’s Kenny Smith joins ownership group for Las Vegas expansion bid appeared first on ClutchPoints.

SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 13: Ja Morant #1 of the Portland Trail Blazers drives to the basket during the game against the Sacramento Kings during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 13, 2026 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE vi...

NBA teams are taking a tougher approach with star players who want contract extensions. This offseason, the New York Knicks, Washington Wizards and Detroit Pistons all refused to give in to unhappy stars. "A year or two ago, I don't think you'd have seen that," said an Eastern Conference executive. "The teams would've felt too much pressure. Being unhappy is not a negotiating position anymore." Karl-Anthony Towns said publicly that he wanted an extension and would accept less than a maximum c...

Amid an impressive 2-0 start to the season for the Philadelphia 76ers with wins over the two Eastern Conference Finals teams from last season, there are already people in the NBA predicting a potential divide that could develop on the roster.

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After two consecutive first-round postseason exits, the Rockets were forced to lift the hood and make some changes.

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 23: Jalen Johnson #1 of the Atlanta Hawks drives by Brandon Miller #24 of the Charlotte Hornets during the first half of basketball game at Spectrum Center on October 23, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 David Jensen/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Atlanta H...

SAN ANTONIO, TX - NOVEMBER 7: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs and Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets looks on during the 2025-26 Emirates Cup on November 7, 2025 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. 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 2025 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBA...

Oct 21, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) and Phoenix Suns forward Miles Bridges (22) battle for control of the ball during the first half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect It’s been nearly 48 hours since the Phoenix Suns tipped off their season, and boy did that opener get a reaction out of me. It wasn’t what we wanted, it certainly wasn’t what we expected, and it was absolutely cause ...

The Spurs’ new three-guard starting lineup experienced ups and downs during the season opener on Tuesday, but the biggest issue is the effect it has on the rest of the rotation, writes Jared Weiss of The Athletic. Second-year guard Dylan Harper replaced Julian Champagnie as a starter, providing the look that many observers wanted to […]