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Heat The Heat played at the NBA’s fastest pace last season, and there’s a good argument for keeping it that way now that Giannis Antetokounmpo is in Miami. That was the premise explored by NBA on SI, which noted that Miami’s roster is built with plenty of athletes around Antetokounmpo, including Davion Mitchell, Andrew Wiggins […] The post NBA Notes: Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Pelicans, Bulls appeared first on Hoops Wire.
There are certain moments that haunt us. That gnaw at us. That creep into our minds in quiet moments and play with our emotions like a fiddle. Luka Dončić knows his. It happened on April 2 in a game against the Thunder last season. It was a measuring stick game against the reigning NBA champions....
NBAThe Philadelphia 76ers find themselves in a tough spot following the unfortunate news of Ariel Hukporti’s season-ending Achilles injury. Hukporti tore his Achilles in the 76ers’ preseason opener against the New York Knicks. He was due to have a crucial role as a backup behind Joel Embiid after leaving New York this summer, leaving a […] The post Why 76ers are in such a pickle after season-ending injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The 2026-27 NBA season hasn’t even begun yet, and there’s already trade rumors blowing. At the forefront of the rumors are the defending champion New York Knicks who might have some major decisions to make in the wake of potential contract extensions for Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart. But are potential trade talks on the […] The post Knicks rumors: ClutchPoints insider clarifies all Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart trade buzz appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander spent the offseason training for a highly anticipated 2026-27 season and is now putting San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama and Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic on notice. In a recent interview with Time, Gilgeous-Alexander talked about bouncing back from losing the Western Conference Finals against Wembanyama and the Spurs. He […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander puts Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama on notice appeared first on Clu...
CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 08: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket around Baylor Scheierman #55 of the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter at Rocket Arena on March 08, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Celtics defeated the Cavaliers 109-98. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Ge...
NBAKnicks Mike Brown made it pretty clear Wednesday that five Knicks have nothing to worry about. Everyone else does. Brown told reporters that Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart are going to play regardless of mistakes. The rest of the roster, however, is competing either for a spot or for […] The post NBA Notes: Knicks, Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Grizzlies, Zach Edey appeared first on Hoops Wire.
NBATyson led the Cavs with 14 points tonight.
Austin Reaves knows how to get Luka Doncic fired up and he’s willing to go to extreme lengths to ensure the Lakers superstar plays well. Reaves has thought about hiring fans to talk trash to Doncic throughout games in order to awaken the Slovenian beast inside. Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves gestures as he...
Portland Trail Blazers head coach Micah Nori praised his team’s effort in Wednesday’s 123-118 preseason victory over the Golden State Warriors but stressed that the performance exposed several areas that need immediate improvement. Portland committed 21 turnovers and allowed 18 offensive rebounds, giving Golden State additional opportunities despite shooting 48% from the field and 56% […] The post Micah Nori addresses Ja Morant’s preseason debut appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
The Portland Trail Blazers waived wing Jaylen Martin. The Blazers had signed Martin to an Exhibit 10 earlier in the offseason. Martin is expected to join the Rip City Remix for the upcoming G League season. Portland now has 18 players on contracts. The Trail Blazers have one open standard regular season roster spot.
NBALuka Dončić is taking the blame for the hamstring injury that sidelined him for the Los Angeles Lakers' playoff run last spring.