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The NBA’s $76 billion media era has created a larger advertising business. Prime Video, ESPN and NBC collectively generated $2.11 billion from game inventory in 2025-26, according to Sportico’s Anthony Crupi, per AwfulAnnouncing. That represented a $580 million gain and a 38% increase over the previous season. More national exposure helped unlock it. The league […] The post NBA’s new TV deals drive $2.11 billion advertising windfall appeared first on ClutchPoints.

An NBA legend and athletic pioneer is getting the ultimate honor from his HBCU. Former Boston Celtics great Sam Jones is set to receive a sculpture of his likeness from North Carolina Central, according to a report from HBCU Gameday. The sculpture, created by Douglas Aja, will be unveiled in a ceremony at McDougald-McLendon Arena […] The post NBA legend gets ultimate honor from his HBCU appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Chicago Bulls have one of the most confident young players in Matas Buzelis. Since he began in 2024, Buzelis has been a sight to behold. His acrobatic exploits have gone viral, and his unquestioned desire to go the extra mile has endeared him in his hometown. He owes that, in part, to Kevin Durant, […] The post How Kevin Durant helped to instill confidence in Matas Buzelis appeared first on ClutchPoints.

J. Cole needed only a few sentences to send Minnesota fans into a frenzy. During the Minnesota stop of The Fall Off tour, Cole celebrated the Timberwolves’ new partnership between Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball. His prediction for the revamped roster drew a massive response from the crowd. “Y’all got my favorite n**** Ant-Man in […] The post J. Cole makes Minnesota fans erupt after Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball vouch appeared first on ClutchPoints.

“With his highlight reel dunks, Matas Buzelis has become a fixture with the Chicago Bulls. In just two seasons, he has become a focal point for a team still cultivating an identity. Through managerial and coaching changes, teammates being traded, Buzelis still has love for sweet home Chicago. In fact, Buzelis is determined to play […] The post Matas Buzelis ‘can’t imagine’ playing anywhere but with Bulls appeared first on ClutchPoints.

On Wednesday night, it was announced that the Denver Nuggets had agreed to a sign-and-trade agreement with restricted free agent Peyton Watson, sending him to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a three-team deal involving the Los Angeles Clippers. The Nuggets decided against re-signing Watson, as doing so would have stretched their financial capabilities — forcing them […] The post Which NBA restricted free agents remain unsigned after Peyton Watson trade? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

On the latest episode of Cousins with Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady, Matas Buzelis, off the Chicago Bulls, has been letting loose. Buzelis said he wants to stay with the Bulls for the rest of his career. He also talked about the influence Kevin Durant had on his confidence. Now, Buzelis is saying he wants […] The post Matas Buzelis has a bone to pick with Luka Doncic after excessive trash talk appeared first on ClutchPoints.

On Monday afternoon, it was reported by ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania that the Buss family was selling its remaining share of the Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, who bought the majority of the team’s ownership from Mark Walter last week. The move officially brings the Buss family’s involvement with the […] The post Buss siblings’ shocking Lakers sale came after emergency meeting on new trust appeared first on ClutchPoints.

BOSTON - JUNE 17: Kevin Garnett #5 of the Boston Celtics poses with former Boston Celtic Bill Russell after defeating the Los Angeles Lakers during Game Six of the NBA Finals at the TD Banknorth Garden on June 17, 2008 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 2008 NBAE (Photo by Bria...

SACRAMENTO, CA - APRIL 10: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors plays defense during the game against the Sacramento Kings on April 10, 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 via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima...

Nets governor Joe Tsai isn’t pretending he enjoyed watching the Knicks win an NBA championship. In fact, he used a stronger word for it: embarrassing. Speaking to NetsDaily, Tsai acknowledged that watching Brooklyn’s cross-town rival capture the title in June wasn’t exactly an enjoyable experience for the Nets or their fans. “Every year, some team […] The post Nets owner Joe Tsai calls Knicks championship ‘embarrassing’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Knicks finally reached the top. OG Anunoby already is thinking about how they stay there. Coming off New York’s first NBA championship in 53 years, Anunoby told Mark Medina of Fadeaway World that the Knicks can’t simply try to recreate their playoff intensity from October through April. The idea is to build toward it. […] The post OG Anunoby on Knicks defending title: ‘You want to peak toward the end’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.