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Updated Jul 13, 4:44 PM ET

LeBron James’ future remains the biggest talking point of the NBA off-season, with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat continuing to lead the race for the

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Rich Paul drops nuke on LeBron James decision speculation

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Updated Jul 14, 1:56 PM ET

As the NBA enters the third week of free agency, LeBron James has yet to make his decision on where he’ll be playing next season. There are still several teams who are interested in him, such as the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers and Minnesota Timberwolves, but none of them know […] The post Rich Paul drops nuke on LeBron James decision speculation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Danny Green doesn’t think Tyler Herro is ‘brightest tool in shed’ after Bam Adebayo fiasco

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As the Summer League is taking place, that wasn’t the biggest news that happened in Las Vegas over the weekend. Everyone is still talking about former Miami Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro getting into an altercation, and it all stemmed from DMs from Instagram that were leaked. It was Herro who was speaking […] The post Danny Green doesn’t think Tyler Herro is ‘brightest tool in shed’ after Bam Adebayo fiasco appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rich Paul makes it crystal clear how done LeBron James was with Lakers

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During his eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James won a championship, established himself as the all-time scoring king, achieved several other milestones, shared the court with his son and defied Father Time like no NBA player before him. When initially reflecting on all those accomplishments and memories, it was fair to wonder […] The post Rich Paul makes it crystal clear how done LeBron James was with Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors adding ex-Laker amid LeBron James rumors

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LeBron James to the Golden State Warriors remains a red-hot NBA Free Agency rumor. Even prized rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is making his sales pitch for the former Los Angeles Lakers star. But the Warriors added another past Laker Sunday amid the James rumblings. Per ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania, here’s who the Dubs are adding. […] The post Warriors adding ex-Laker amid LeBron James rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nick Nurse gets 100% real on Anfernee Simons-Labaron Philon Jr. 76ers backcourt

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The Philadelphia 76ers overhear the LeBron James rumors amid NBA Free Agency. Such a move hands head coach Nick Nurse an even more experienced and loaded roster. That includes Nurse speaking glowingly about a new, growing tandem during NBA Summer League amid the James rumblings: Anfernee Simons and Labaron Philon Jr. Nurse dropped a blunt […] The post Nick Nurse gets 100% real on Anfernee Simons-Labaron Philon Jr. 76ers backcourt appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs’ 2016 champ details why Kyrie Irving wanted Steph Curry; ‘He knew he was better’

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There was an extended period of time when Kyrie Irving-related conversations did not really center around basketball, a development for which the star point guard himself bears most of the blame, but his superb skill set and impressive career accomplishments have regained considerable national attention. One of his former Cleveland Cavaliers teammates is doing his […] The post Cavs’ 2016 champ details why Kyrie Irving wanted Steph Curry; ‘He knew he was better’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chad Johnson makes LeBron James Heat free agency pitch directly to Rich Paul

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LeBron James still has everyone guessing on where his next destination could be, and it still seems to be up in the air. Rich Paul may be one of the few people who knows what James is thinking, and he went on the Nightcap show to speak with the guys about what his client could […] The post Chad Johnson makes LeBron James Heat free agency pitch directly to Rich Paul appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: Victor Wembanyama’s sacrifice on Spurs contract extension has NBPA in fighting mood

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Recently, San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama signed a five-year, $252 million contract extension to stay with the team over the long term. In the process, Wembanyama took a 25 percent max contract instead of a potential 30 percent deal filled with supermax escalators that could have kicked in based on how he performs, giving […] The post NBA rumors: Victor Wembanyama’s sacrifice on Spurs contract extension has NBPA in fighting mood appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former Heat forward Tyler Herro ‘wrote a check his a** couldn’t cash,’ Paul Pierce declares

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Hall of Fame forward Paul Pierce weighed in on the reported fight between Miami Heat’s former teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. As the NBA world continues to address Herro and Adebayo’s fight at summer league, Pierce delivered a harsh truth about Herro. Pierce believes Herro wasn’t ready for the smoke with Adebayo before the […] The post Former Heat forward Tyler Herro ‘wrote a check his a** couldn’t cash,’ Paul Pierce declares appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LeBron James has great options for his last go-round. Here’s a vote for … the Wolves

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“This stuff is hard. And you got to stay together, if you’ve got the guts. And you don’t find the first door and run out of it.” — Pat Riley, June 19, 2014 LAS VEGAS — We’re here again, just like 16 and 12 years ago, respectively. The whole NBA is once again awaiting LeBron James to decide where he wants to play basketball next season. James has multiple good options for, what should be, the last stop in his career tour. But … James should take his talents to Minneapolis. The land of KG and ‘...

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NBA rumors: Insider claims ‘no smoking gun’ in Kawhi Leonard investigation as Raptors-Clippers trade hangs in balance

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With the Toronto Raptors trade for Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers halted until the investigation from the NBA around the star player, his former team, and the funneling of money through Aspiration is resolved, there are lingering questions. As rumors surround Leonard and the investigation, this NBA insider gives insight into the trade’s […] The post NBA rumors: Insider claims ‘no smoking gun’ in Kawhi Leonard investigation as Raptors-Clippers trade hangs in balance appeared first...

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Warriors’ Stephen Curry takes tough L, but it has nothing to do with LeBron James

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Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors are certainly focused on recruiting free agent LeBron James, as they make yet another attempt to extend their championship ambitions, but the greatest shooter of all time dedicated his attention to another title pursuit on Sunday. Curry sought excellence at the American Century Championship in South Lake Tahoe, […] The post Warriors’ Stephen Curry takes tough L, but it has nothing to do with LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mavericks rumors: Insider teases move as Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving link up

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The Dallas Mavericks are entering a new era for their team next season, and it feels like it revolves around Cooper Flagg. Along with Flagg, the team will also have Kyrie Irving to lean on, as he’ll be back healthy after missing last year recovering from his ACL injury. Flagg and Irving were seen at […] The post Mavericks rumors: Insider teases another move as Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving link up at Summer League appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Exec bluntly sums up position on Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic delaying contract extension

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After a recent victory in the World Cup Qualifiers with the Serbian national team, Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic reaffirmed his commitment to Colorado by expressing his intention to retire with the franchise. Instead of signing an extension right away, the three-time MVP is strategically delaying the process. By waiting until the 2027 offseason, Jokic […] The post Exec bluntly sums up position on Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic delaying contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jaime Jaquez Jr. reveals true story behind viral video of ‘devastating’ Heat-Giannis Antetokounmpo trade reaction

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With the Miami Heat trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis Jr., the team would give up players who had made an impact on the franchise, such as Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware, and Kasparas Jakucionis. Jaquez’s live reactions to the Heat trade became a viral video as he gave insight into that […] The post Jaime Jaquez Jr. reveals true story behind viral video of ‘devastating’ Heat-Giannis Antetokounmpo trade reaction appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Heat rumors: Why Bam Adebayo is viewed as Miami 'royalty, modern-day Udonis Haslem'

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With the altercation between Miami Heat captain Bam Adebayo and former teammate Tyler Herro, there have been a lot of sentiments that have come out around the two players. As rumors will surround the incident between Adebayo and Herro, how the team views the former could be an indication of what went down. According to […] The post Heat rumors: Why Bam Adebayo is viewed as Miami ‘royalty, modern-day Udonis Haslem’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: 76ers urged to trade Joel Embiid for Anthony Davis to land LeBron James

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As the LeBron James sweepstakes continue, the Philadelphia 76ers are one of the teams who are rumored to still be in the race for him. It makes perfect sense, especially after trading for Jaylen Brown, and the argument is that they have the most talent at every position, unlike some of the other teams. A […] The post NBA rumors: 76ers urged to trade Joel Embiid for Anthony Davis to land LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What’s latest on Jalen Duren amid Pistons contract drama?

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The Detroit Pistons have had an eventful offseason, watching as Tobias Harris departed to join the San Antonio Spurs in free agency, while signing John Collins as a potential replacement. One huge story still hovering over the team revolves around the future of big man Jalen Duren, who has yet to sign an offer sheet […] The post What’s latest on Jalen Duren amid Pistons contract drama? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hoops Rumors Live Chat: 7/13/2026

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Hoops Rumors is hosting a live chat today at 3:00 pm Central time (4:00 pm Eastern). Click here to submit your questions about the remaining free agents, trades, extension candidates, offseason roster moves, salary cap situation, CBA rules, or any other NBA-related topic. Then join us at 3:00 pm CT to chat!

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Heat coach tells Danny Green the Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro fight was overhyped

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After the fiasco of the altercation between Miami Heat captain Bam Adebayo and former teammate Tyler Herro, there is no denying that some are blowing the story out of proportion. With rumors surrounding what stemmed from the incident between Adebayo and Herro, Danny Green would give some insight into the “fight” from someone who knew […] The post Heat coach tells Danny Green the Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro fight was overhyped appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jonas Valanciunas claps back at Euro signing report after Nuggets release

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Recently, the Denver Nuggets made headlines when they released backup center Jonas Valanciunas. Valanciunas had an up and down season with the Nuggets last year, at times providing solid backup minutes behind Nikola Jokic, but also finding himself largely played off the floor in their playoff series loss vs the Minnesota Timberwolves. In the days […] The post Jonas Valanciunas claps back at Euro signing report after Nuggets release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Collin Sexton left out in cold by LeBron James once again

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When it was announced that LeBron James would be leaving the Los Angeles Lakers via free agency this offseason, it was an all-too familiar feeling for Collin Sexton. Sexton, who was just on his way in after signing as a free agent, was in a similar situation back when he was first drafted by the […] The post Collin Sexton left out in cold by LeBron James once again appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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