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The Las Vegas Aces defeated the Indiana Fever and superstar point guard Caitlin Clark 2-1 in the first round of the WNBA playoffs. The star-laden series, and Game 2 in particular, was not lacking in tense moments, with reigning WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson getting into a heated exchange with an Indiana fan in the fourth…
JJ Redick made it clear that he is simply compelled by the new look of his Los Angeles Lakers squad rather than trying to send a message to LeBron James. Redick clarified his previous viral comments about the Lakers' roster to Sam Amick of The Athletic, explaining that he is thrilled to have a much more balanced group to coach. “When I said the pieces fit, that’s more about having depth, having multiple ballhandlers besides Luka and AR (in newcomers Colin Sexton and Quentin Grimes)...
Kevin Durant gave the Rockets plenty of scoring last season. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon believes Houston also asked him to handle responsibilities that weren’t suited to his strengths. That includes setting the tone in the locker room. Speaking on The Hoop Collective, MacMahon pointed to Durant while discussing Houston’s late-game offense and team chemistry, as relayed […] The post Was Kevin Durant responsible for Rockets’ ‘connectivity’ issues? appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cleveland Cavs All-Star Donovan Mitchell defended James Harden’s legacy against what he believes is an unfair narrative that has followed the future Hall of Fame guard. After Harden agreed to a $97 million extension with the Cavs, it solidified their backcourt, led by Mitchell and Harden. For Mitchell, Harden isn’t mentioned in the same breath […] The post Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell shuts down ‘BS’ that people use to hurt James Harden’s legacy appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Pacers first preseason game had a little bit of everything.
Nick Young thinks Bam Adebayo should have called it a night before moving past Kobe Bryant. Adebayo believes his 83-point outing left room for an even bigger accomplishment. Their contrasting views put the Miami Heat center’s scoring explosion against Washington back under the spotlight, with Young questioning both the pursuit and the player behind it. […] The post Nick Young says Bam Adebayo should have stopped before passing Kobe Bryant appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The long-simmering family drama surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers has spilled back into the courtroom. In a joint legal response filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, five of the six Buss siblings — Jimmy, Johnny, Janie, Joey, and Jesse Buss — formally mounted their counterattack against their sister, Lakers acting governor Jeanie Buss. Their response […] The post Lakers Ownership War Escalates as Five Buss Siblings Turn Against Jeanie Buss Over $2.2B Sale appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Chicago Bulls opened the preseason Wednesday night against the Phoenix Suns at the United Center. It was also the first time that Caleb Wilson hit the floor at the Madhouse on Madison. Everyone in the arena was waiting for the moment when Wilson would get a shot up. It came at the 6:13 minute […] The post Caleb Wilson’s first shot with Bulls was classic Michael Jordan appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton shares emotional moment with fans ahead of first preseason game back from injury.
Nurkić played twelve minutes in Utah’s first preseason game against the Denver Nuggets. He put up four points, shooting just 20% from the field. Still, he grabbed five rebounds and showed signs of good defense with a block and a steal. Nurkić is also incredibly important to this Utah team, which just lost starting center […]
Pelle Larsson did not arrive in Miami with a guaranteed role. According to Erik Spoelstra, the third-year guard simply left the Heat head coach with no other choice. Appearing on The Dan Le Batard Show, Spoelstra explained how Larsson earned his spot one step at a time, starting from the moment he entered the league. […] The post Heat HC Erik Spoelstra makes eye-opening admission on Pelle Larsson appeared first on ClutchPoints .
High above the three-point arc, Brooklyn Nets sophomore and BYU basketball alum Egor Demin catches a chest-high pass from the block. Left foot, right foot planted, he loads his shooting hand beneath the basketball and directs his eyes to the rim. Before h
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is beyond frustrated seeing the New York Knicks celebrating their 2026 NBA championship victory. Nem Ilic, Gilgeous-Alexander’s trainer, shared the blunt reaction of the two-time NBA MVP to the Knicks’ title run in a report by Mark Media of RG.com. "I don't think it really hit him until New York won Game 5. Literally as the buzzer was about to sound, he texted me and said something like, 'I'm pissed. I can't believe I'm not here right now,'" Ilic stated.&nbs...
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick made a bold comment that was perceived as a shot at LeBron James, though he clarified the context. The post JJ Redick Pushes Back on LeBron James Interpretation of Lakers Comment appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Former Celtics champions and NBA insiders are keeping a close eye on Hugo Gonzalez as the second-year wing prepares for an expanded role in Boston.
It’s a great day to be a Blazer! That’s because your Portland Trail Blazers play an NBA (preseason) basketball game tonight! The Trail Blazers will be hosting the Golden State Warriors at the Moda Center tonight to tip off the preseason slate and give fans the first look at their revamped roster in live minutes. […]
The Indiana Pacers have Tyrese Haliburton back at last. The star Indiana point guard made his much-awaited return to live NBA action on Wednesday, taking the floor for a preseason matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves at his old college stomping grounds at Hilton Coliseum in Ames. The former Iowa State Cyclones star even scored the […] The post Watch Tyrese Haliburton swish in first NBA bucket in return from injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
With Ariel Hukporti out for the season, the Philadelphia 76ers could look to move his contract later in the year.
After two ankle surgeries in less than a year, Zach Edey is finally back on an NBA court. The Memphis Grizzlies center was set to make his preseason debut against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday, and head coach Tuomas Iisalo made it clear that the recovery has gone exactly as the team hoped. “This was […] The post Grizzlies center Zach Edey’s status gets encouraging ‘best-case scenario’ update appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Dallas Mavericks underwent an NBA offseason full of significant changes. The Mavericks’ eventful offseason included an overhaul of their front office, coaching staff, and roster. Most notably, Dallas’ new team president and alternate governor Masai Ujiri, new general manager Mike Schmitz, and new head coach Dusty May. The Mavericks drafted Morez Johnson Jr. and […]
The Golden State Warriors may have little choice but to stick with Kristaps Porzingis as his latest illness exposes a major trade problem.
The Chicago Bulls began the preseason on Wednesday with a game against the Phoenix Suns at the United Center. Before the game began, Chicago made sure the late Stacey King wasn’t forgotten. The Bulls held a moment of silence to remember King, who passed away in June at 59. King was adored by the Bulls […] The post Bulls honor Stacey King before preseason game vs. Suns appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The NBA regular season hasn’t even started yet, but we already have our first bit of drama out of the Philadelphia 76ers in their inaugural year of the LeBron James experience. Announcer Mike Breen shared an anecdote during the 76ers’ preseason opener against the New York Knicks that he believed was a telling bit of…
The Detroit Pistons might want to try their luck with positionless basketball, and Ausar Thompson's development will be crucial to that end.
The Sixers are denying a report from Knicks and ESPN broadcaster Mike Breen that LeBron James recently admonished Joel Embiid for being a few minutes late to practice, writes Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Breen shared the story during Monday’s preseason contest between the teams, saying, “Somebody told me before the game that they were out […]