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For the second straight preseason game, the Suns could not finish the job, falling 124-117 to the Bulls. They built a lead of as many as 15 points mid-second quarter, and had good defensive energy described by color commentator Rex Chapman as “it looks like the Suns are playing with eight players out there”. This intensity […]
The Portland Trail Blazers seem to have found the best duo that could help dominate the season. During their preseason game against the Golden State Warriors, Ja Morant and Damian Lillard were given a glimpse of what is there to expect from the explosive point guards. In a video shared on social media, Lillard was […] The post Blazers’ Ja Morant, Damian Lillard show 1-2 punch potential with 1st preseason buckets appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Chicago Bulls won their first preseason game 124-117 over the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday. For the first time, Caleb Wilson got his feet wet in the pros. Overall, Wilson finished with a team-high 15 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists. His resolve was also tested as he faced the always-aggressive Dillon Brooks. Although Wilson […] The post Bulls coach Tiago Splitter reveals lesson learned by Caleb Wilson from Dillon Brooks matchchup appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Although exhausted, Tyrese Haliburton is ecstatic to finally be back on the NBA court for the Indiana Pacers. After 472 days away due to his Achilles injury, Haliburton finally returned in the Pacers’ Wednesday preseason opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves and shared an emotional statement about his journey back. "It's been a roller coaster, I'll tell you that roller coaster of emotions for me," Haliburton told reporters. "I've had a lot of hard days, but I think it's all just part...
Jazz The Jazz will have to open the season without Jusuf Nurkic, leaving coach Will Hardy with an early decision in the middle. Nurkic will miss at least four weeks with a partial plantar plate tear in the second toe of his right foot, according to Chris Haynes, as relayed by Jared Koch of Jazz […] The post NBA Notes: Jazz, Jusuf Nurkic, Kings, Bucks, Kasparas Jakucionis appeared first on Hoops Wire .
The Chicago Bulls earned a win in their first 2026-27 NBA preseason game vs. the Phoenix Suns. Yet, it was hard to ignore the Bulls' lapses in physicality.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's trainer reveals the Thunder star's honest reaction to seeing the Knicks defeat the Spurs in the NBA Finals.
A routine walk through the streets of Macao turned into an unexpected moment for a Dallas Mavericks big man. During the team’s preseason trip, Dereck Lively II reportedly recorded himself walking through a street and said he heard someone use a racial slur. The brief Instagram story has since disappeared. But Lively’s account has added […] The post Mavs Star Reveals Racial Incident During NBA Preseason Trip to China appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Mitchell Robinson spent years giving the Celtics problems as a member of the Knicks. Now Boston is hoping he can do the same thing to everyone else. The veteran center joined the Celtics this offseason after helping New York win the NBA championship, giving Boston another experienced option around the basket. Robinson’s value has never […] The post Mitchell Robinson already making impression on Celtics teammates appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Tyrese Haliburton returned to the basketball court on Wednesday night, playing 16 minutes in the Indiana Pacers' 123-112 preseason win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Ames, Iowa.
Stephen Curry is making a change as he prepares for another season with the Warriors. According to comments attributed to his wife, Ayesha Curry, the Golden State star is cutting alcohol out of his routine during the NBA season. It’s a small detail, but an interesting one for a player who has already accomplished just […] The post Ayesha Curry says Steph giving up alcohol for Warriors season appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Once again, Shaquille O’Neal is throwing his bestie’s plans out of the window. The Hall of Fame big man is not oblivious to Charles Barkley’s latest media tour trickling out plans of his upcoming retirement from Inside the NBA. He’s heard Chuck say this is his last season on TV, that Ernie Johnson is leaving, that […] The post Shaquille O’Neal Dismisses Charles Barkley’s Retirement Announcement as ‘Marketing’: ‘I Don’t Believe It’ appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Thursday’s preseason opener will offer a few clues about the Spurs’ starting lineup, but it’s a situation that could remain unsettled through the first regular season game and beyond, Jeff McDonald of The San Antonio Express-News writes in a subscriber-only story. Victor Wembanyama will be part of the starting five, of course, along with De’Aaron […]
Let the Caleb Wilson era begin in the Windy City.
The New York Liberty are now on the brink of elimination after losing to the Atlanta Dream in overtime, 101-98, in Game 2 of their best-of-five semifinal series at State Farm Arena on Wednesday. Naz Hillmon made the go-ahead bucket, while Angel Reese sank a pair of free throws to seal the hard-earned victory for […] The post Liberty’s Breanna Stewart makes WNBA history in Game 2 loss to Dream appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Shaquille O'Neal dismissed Charles Barkley's declaration that the upcoming NBA season would be his last for Inside the NBA. Appearing on Front Office Sports Tonight, the NBA legend claimed he doesn't believe his co-studio partner's plans to retire next year. “I hope he gets fired on the first day,” O’Neal initially joked. “No, Charles is like the big brother I never had. He’s great. Charles is really good at marketing. ... Once somebody taught Charles how to go vi...
The Utah Jazz have reportedly lost Jusuf Nurkic to a toe injury for four weeks.
After being sidelined for 472 days, Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton made his much-anticipated return in their preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa. It was a familiar venue for Haliburton, who starred at Iowa State for two years. It was a successful return for the 26-year-old guard, […] The post Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton puts 2026 preseason debut into perspective after ‘fun’ outing appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Washington Wizards play the New York Knicks tomorrow to start the preseason. Let’s get to it. Game Info When: Thursday, Oct. 8 at 7:30 p.m. ET Where: Madison Square Arena, New York, NY How to watch: Monumental Sports Network Injury Report Wizards: Jamir Watkins and Tristan Vukcevic are out. What to watch for Washington will begin the preseason […]
The Atlanta Braves’ season may be over, but not the Atlanta Dream’s. Angel Reese and the Dream remain undefeated in the 2026 WNBA Playoffs after outlasting the New York Liberty in Game 2 of their semifinal series on Wednesday at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, via a 101-98 score. The game needed overtime to get […] The post Dream find a way to overcome Liberty in OT to secure 2-0 lead appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Quentin Grimes is giving the Lakers reason to believe he can handle plenty of responsibility alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The scoring has been there early. Grimes finished with 16 points on 5-of-7 shooting against the Kings, then added 12 points against the Warriors. Coach JJ Redick has also liked his work on the […] The post Lakers Notes: Quentin Grimes, Luka Doncic, Jaden Hardy, camp battles appeared first on Hoops Wire .
76ers haven’t ruled out LeBron James playing backup-center minutes this season.
The Phoenix Suns' new starting power forward did not return in the team's second game of the preseason.
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Five Buss siblings filed formal opposition to Jeanie Buss's petition over the Lakers sale, calling her legal challenge baseless in a new filing.