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DENVER, CO - JANUARY 11: Peyton Watson #8 of the Denver Nuggets looks on during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on January 11, 2026 at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Despite being ...

The Dallas Mavericks are entering the 2026-27 NBA season with a chance to develop their young core around Cooper Flagg, so five players stand out as not part of the future.

Lakers insiders believe Dalton Knecht has the toughest path to minutes, making him the leading candidate to lose his roster spot.

LeBron James and Joel Embiid have stayed mum regarding the four-time MVP’s move to the Philadelphia 76ers. James has refused to do a media appearance, while Embiid has elected to troll on X, as usual. At this point, it is unlikely that the 76ers will hold a media conference for James, who is entering his […] The post LeBron James sends Joel Embiid 3-word message 76ers fans know well appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Several players across the NBA have already agreed to long-term extensions with their respective teams this offseason. Donovan Mitchell signed the biggest deal at four years for $272 million with the Cleveland Cavaliers, and future MVP Victor Wembanyama helped the San Antonio Spurs by taking a small discount on his five-year, $252.3 million rookie-scale extension. […] The post Latest Stephen Curry, Anthony Davis, other NBA star contract extension updates this offseason appeared first on Clutc...

The reigning NBA champion New York Knicks may enter the 2026-27 season with the edge over the revamped Philadelphia 76ers, but league insiders believe that advantage could disappear by the time the playoffs arrive. In a report for ESPN, Vincent Goodwill spoke with executives, scouts and assistant coaches around the league to evaluate one of […] The post NBA insiders give ESPN a consensus on Knicks vs. 76ers, with a catch appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Philadelphia 76ers assembled one of the NBA’s most star-studded rosters this offseason, but one rival executive believes Tyrese Maxey could face unexpected challenges adjusting to the team’s new hierarchy. In a recent ESPN report, Vincent Goodwill shared the perspective of an anonymous rival executive who questioned how Maxey’s development could be affected after Philadelphia […] The post Rival exec warns 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey about ‘head spinning’ with LeBron James, Jaylen Brown appeared f...

Where were you when the Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers? Whatever your answer may be, for sure, you were in a better situation than The Ringer’s Bill Simmons. To the uninitiated, Simmons was in the middle of a colonoscopy when it went down. Clearly, it was a historic moment that rivals […] The post Bill Simmons still doing Jaylen Brown trade cope with Jayson Tatum-Paul George take appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Washington Wizards have built a full nucleus since last season’s trade deadline, and it seems like they’re ready to start competing at a high level. A part of that nucleus is Anthony Davis, who was traded from the Dallas Mavericks at the deadline, but hasn’t played for the Wizards yet. Though there were trade […] The post Wizards rumors: Anthony Davis contract decision will only fuel trade speculation, but not right now appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Philadelphia 76ers forward Jaylen Brown has faced criticism throughout an eventful offseason, but not everyone around the NBA shares the negative perception surrounding the former NBA Finals MVP. According to ESPN’s Vincent Goodwill, multiple league executives remain high on Brown despite his departure from the Boston Celtics and the scrutiny that followed. One Western Conference […] The post Rival GM isn’t buying harsh 76ers’ Jaylen Brown narrative as Knicks battles loom appeared first on Cl...

Over the past few years, the Houston Rockets have assembled one of the most talented young teams in the NBA. A large portion of such trade value is retained. If another superstar enters the trade market, Bleacher Report thinks Houston has two of the most valuable players in the league to offer. Grant Hughes of B/R ranked Amen Thompson at number five and Reed Sheppard at number 10 in his July 31 assessment of the NBA’s top ten trade assets, and Houston was the only team with two players on the...

PORTLAND, OR - APRIL 26: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers warms up before the game against the San Antonio Spurs during Round One Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 26, 2026 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Camer...

Former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook remains unsigned after a strong 2025-26 season with the Sacramento Kings. Westbrook averaged 15.2 points, 6.7 assists, and 5.4 rebounds...

The Golden State Warriors’ core of Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and head coach Steve Kerr have seen the pinnacles of success in the NBA over the past decade. The trio have won four championships with a various cast of characters and made history in the process but many believe that Golden State’s viability as a […] The post Warriors rumors: Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Steve Kerr just want to ‘go out with dignity’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With 16 guaranteed contracts on hand, the Lakers may be forced to choose between offloading Dalton Knecht or Bronny James to finalize their roster.

Cons Loss of flexibility This, in my opinion, will ultimately be the biggest factor if New York’s brass doesn’t offer Towns the max extension. Since president Leon Rose took over, he and his staff have routinely put themselves in a position to pivot, whether by being financially smart or stockpiling draft picks to make a move. There’s a world where that approach doesn’t change just because the franchise won a title. Instead, the Knicks could look to maintain their contender status while reshu...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Jaylen Brown attends a game between the Indiana Pacers and Philadelphia 76ers on July 11, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Just over a month after ...

DALLAS, TEXAS - APRIL 12: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks celebrates a three point shot against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at American Airlines Center on April 12, 2026 in Dallas, 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 GettyImages License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images Positioned directly in the dog days of summer,...

With the addition of Lonnie Walker IV, the Nuggets may now be forced to part with Peyton Watson and cut more players to avoid paying more tax.

The Los Angeles Lakers have remade their roster but may still have one big move left to make, possibly even a trade for sharpshooter Klay Thompson.

The fireworks of free agency and trade season have (mostly) calmed down, leaving us with many faces in new places and plenty to be excited about for the 2026-27 NBA season. There are still two months until regular season action tips off, but in the meantime, we can do some looking ahead. With that, Lakers […]

members of the team joined Victor Wembanyama to work out.

The LeBron James era in Philadelphia has generated plenty of excitement. It has also generated plenty of skepticism around the NBA. Speaking to Hoops Wire, two veteran NBA executives questioned whether James, now entering his 24th season, will make the impact many expect after signing with the 76ers this summer. “He’s still LeBron, or still […] The post NBA execs remain skeptical of LeBron James, Sixers: ‘He’s not gonna move the needle much’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Dallas Wings are all set to move to the $420 million American Airlines Center, home of the Dallas Mavericks, ahead of the 2027 WNBA season. As the team’s fanbase continues to grow, this decision seems like the right move, especially since Paige Bueckers has helped the team make a massive turnaround this season.

Tyrese Maxey reveals how much he had to convince LeBron James to join him on the 76ers and how he reacted to Jaylen Brown's wild idea for celebrating a potential championship.

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The Sacramento Kings reportedly are not discussing a buyout with star guard Zach LaVine after he exercised his player option this offseason.

The Sacramento Kings reportedly had trade discussions with the Boston Celtics and Detroit Pistons this summer around veteran big man Domantas Sabonis.

Kawhi Leonard next team odds still favor Toronto, but the Raptors trade remains on hold during an NBA Clippers investigation.