NBA NewsTuesday, Sep 22, 2026

Among NBA rookies, Caleb Wilson stands out for more than one reason. His physical skills are obvious, and the Chicago Bulls are fortunate to have him. But more than anything, Wilson’s maturity beyond his years is a plus. That rubbed off on the latest episode of the NBA series “Draft Class”. In the episode, Wilson […] The post Caleb Wilson reveals ‘90%’ lightbulb moment that will be game-changer in NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Dallas Mavericks are less than a month away from kicking off their 2026-27. It’s a highly anticipated one for reigning Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg, who is looking to take the next step in his superstar development after being selected number one overall by the team in 2025. Recently, NBA trainer Matt MacKenzie […] The post Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg is going to be a problem in 2026-27, says trainer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Houston Rockets are preparing to get their training camp underway in preparation for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The Rockets have considerable expectations this year as they look to bounce back from last season’s disappointing playoff exit vs the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round. The Rockets drafted Bruce Thornton in the first round […] The post The rookie ‘tank’ who will try to help Rockets level up appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Miami Heat are now under a month away from kicking off their 2026-27 season with several new faces, headlined by superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, in the mix. The Heat are hoping to take a big step forward this year after not having won a playoff game in two years, but it remains to be seen […] The post Bill Simmons roasted for brain-dead Heat defense take appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Undoubtedly, Caleb Wilson will be the face of the Chicago Bulls this season. The No. 4 rookie out of North Carolina is expected to help usher in a new era of basketball in Chicago after years of stagnation. On Tuesday, ESPN officially released its Top 100 NBA players list for this season. Wilson was featured […] The post Caleb Wilson among 4 Bulls players to pop up in ESPN’s Top 100 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Philadelphia 76ers legend Julius Erving believes the championship experience of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown could have a significant impact on Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey as the franchise prepares for its highly anticipated 2026-27 season. With Philadelphia set to open training camp next week, Erving discussed the team’s revamped roster in a recent interview […] The post Julius Erving puts 76ers’ Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey on notice after arrival of LeBron James, Jaylen Brown appeared first...

The Houston Rockets are just under a month away from kicking off their 2026-27 season. The Rockets made some additions this offseason, including veteran point guard Marcus Smart, and will also be getting Fred VanVleet back after he missed the entire 2025-26 season due to an ACL injury. The head of the snake remains Kevin […] The post Kevin Durant isn’t a fan of Rockets’, Ime Udoka’s minutes plan for upcoming year appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Trae Young has a knack for goading defenders into committing fouls and reaching the free-throw line, but even the Washington Wizards star was surprised by an encounter he had with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander early last season. During a game between the Atlanta Hawks and Oklahoma City Thunder — he was traded to Washington in January — […] The post Wizards’ Trae Young reveals ‘Iron Man’ experience guarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appeared first on ClutchPoints.

BOSTON — Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers are hoping to take the next step this season and win their first NBA Championship in 44 years. Before that can happen, the new-look Sixers must put in the work on and off the court. The shocking trade for Jaylen Brown this summer put the Sixers in […] The post Exclusive: Fresh off career-year, Tyrese Maxey still motivated by draft-day promise to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ roster for the 2026-27 season appears to be set following their recent move for forward Jonathan Kuminga. Kuminga appears to be the final piece of the puzzle for this Timberwolves team that the front office overhauled earlier this offseason when they acquired LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets for a package headlined […] The post 2 Timberwolves on hottest trade candidate seats entering 2026-27 NBA training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Washington Wizards finished last in the Eastern Conference last season with a record of 17-65, a disappointing mark after January 2026’s trade for sharpshooter Trae Young. The four-time All-Star played in just five games with the Wizards last season after suffering a right quad contusion in March. The Wizards star is ready to put […] The post Wizards’ Trae Young delivers big claim on new career chapter with Washington appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 18: Jalen Brunson is seen outside City Hall at the New York Knicks ticker-tape parade on June 18, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images) In the immediate aftermath of winning a championship, there’s utter jubilation. Once that initial high wears off after the ceremony and you start truly grasping what you just witnessed, the human mind naturally goes in a completely different direction. You begin to think of those who were proven wrong. Athletes always sa...