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The Kansas City Chiefs and New England Patriots are two franchises with multiple Super Bowl wins, a rarity in the National Football League. The team’s greatest coaches lists include Bill Belichick and Andy Reid at or near the top, since both have had incredible success. Reid has relished his time in the spotlight, taking time […]

While most other teams have been heavily involved in NBA free agency, the Boston Celtics have been relatively quiet. They have added a couple of guys to the squad, and they did sign Kristaps Porzingis to that massive extension, but it’s not like Boston has been going on a spending spree like the Houston Rockets. […]

As expected, most of the big names have already been plucked off the market in the first few days of NBA free agency. However, there are still a handful of notable players that remain unsigned. One of them is Boston Celtics forward Grant Williams, who according to reports, is still a highly sought-after player as […]

Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Jaden Hardy is coming off a promising rookie campaign in the NBA, and based on what the Mavs are seeing this offseason, he should turn even more heads in his second year in the league. Mavs assistant coach Jared Dudley can attest to that after getting blown away by what Jaden […]

No. 2 overall NBA Draft pick and the Charlotte Hornets first selection from the 2023 NBA Draft, Brandon Miller, still has an incredibly high-celling. However, he picked up seven fouls in his NBA Summer League debut. Miller endured his ups and downs during the game, flashing his superb talent at times, but the storyline was […]

There’s a lot of attention on the NBA Summer League right now as the young guns take center stage with the hope of making enough of an impact to warrant a spot in their respective team’s final roster. Well, it’s about to get a whole lot crazier now that we have a date set for […]

Jersey swaps and teammate graphics on editing software are the first things that NBA fans see whenever a trade or signing pushes through in NBA Free Agency. Seeing Houston Rockets stars Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet working out together in the heat of the summer has got to be a treat for most of their […]

The Dallas Mavericks have been making moves this offseason. So far, the big highlight is their success in retaining the services of Kyrie Irving amid rumors of his potential exit. This came out to the tune of a $126 million contract for three years, which is no small amount, obviously. However, the important thing for […]

Yuta Watanabe is no star. However, the 28-year-old emerged as a fan favorite during his stint with the Brooklyn Nets this past season. This is probably why more than a few Nets fans were sad to see him go in NBA free agency to follow former Brooklyn superstar Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns. It […]

Luka Doncic isn’t the only one who wanted Kyrie Irving back on the Dallas Mavericks. As youngster Jaden Hardy said, everyone on the team were hoping that he would return and run it back with the franchise. Irving re-signed with the Mavs at the start of free agency, inking a $126 million deal that will […]

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame is where the greats become legends. Names like Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, Michael Jordan, and Kobe Bryant among others are forever immortalized as they are inducted into it. However, stars in today’s era like Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler do not want to take it seriously. Boston Celtics […]

The San Antonio Spurs are hoping that Victor Wembanyama turns out to be the Joey Chestnut of the NBA. It’s a comparison that the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft might find extremely flattering, given what Victor Wembanyama had to say about Chestnut’s 2023 Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest victory. Wembanyama gave Chestnut […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ free agency has been active but not all that impactful so far. The team has signed a few fringe players, re-upped a key piece, and brought in a couple of new players. These NBA free agency moves all address the Timberwolves’ needs, but none deal with the elephant in the room. That’s […]

Goran Dragic carved out a respectable NBA career. The Slovenia native is a one time All-Star and a Most Improved Player of the Year winner. With Dragic’s accomplishments in the NBA, have you ever wondered how an international basketball star like him lives? Well, wonder no more. This article features Goran Dragic’s $20 million mansion […]

It’s no secret that Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green is extremely close to LeBron James. So much so, that some folks have come out to criticize his relationship with the Los Angeles Lakers talisman in that it could serve as a distraction or a hindrance when they battle each other on the basketball court. […]

Despite showing flashes of his massive potential in 2022-23, young big man Bol Bol finds himself without a team once again. That is after the Orlando Magic decided to waive him on Tuesday. The Magic decided to release Bol in order to cut its roster down to 15, per Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel. […]

The Washington Wizards announced their Summer League roster on Tuesday. Official: Our 2023 NBA Summer League roster has been announced ☀️🏀 📰 Read more → https://t.co/7qXnBHVEkd#DCAboveAll | @MichelobULTRA pic.twitter.com/kmEplGQwZi — Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) July 4, 2023 Along with a few returning players from last year’s Wizards team, Washington’s roster will feature plenty of G League […]

James Harden (and many others) beware! The NBA is cracking down on flopping, and it starts at Summer League. The league’s annual offseason showcase isn’t just a proving ground for young players and coaches, it’s also a place where the league tests Summer League rules to see if they’ll work in the league. And that’s […]

Oklahoma City Thunder big man Chet Holmgren was one of the most exciting prospects heading into the 2022-23 season. However, he suffered an injury prior to the season following the NBA Draft, and ultimately missed the entire year. Holmgren is now preparing for his rookie season one year after being drafted. He recently commented on […]

Anthony Edwards has a message for the “females” after inking his five-year, max contract extension worth up to $260 million. Edwards posted a video on his Instagram of himself and his girlfriend, which is when he made a loyal declaration. "She the only one." Anthony Edwards has a message to the females trying come up […]

The Toronto Raptors are one of the biggest losers at the start of 2023 NBA free agency. Fred VanVleet left the Raptors for a three-year, $130 million contract with the Houston Rockets. Toronto failed to adequately replace the point guard, leaving a glaring need at the position. The Raptors have the rest of the offseason […]

The Indiana Pacers released their NBA Summer League roster in June. summer league coming soon. 🌴https://t.co/z3j17O5Dk4 | #PacersSummer pic.twitter.com/agH4epKGo8 — Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) June 27, 2023 Highlighted by four selections from the 2023 NBA Draft and a few members from last year’s Pacers squad, Indiana will have plenty of newer and more familiar faces to […]

James Harden recently requested a trade from the Philadelphia 76ers, but a photo of Harden talking with 76ers owner Josh Harris at Michael Rubin’s 4th of July party. James Harden chatting with Sixers owner Josh Harris at Michael Rubin’s 4th of July party 👀 (via @aidanlaporta69) pic.twitter.com/untS8R5cWH — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) July 4, 2023 It has […]

The Toronto Raptors are in an interesting spot this offseason, having managed to retain a key free agent in Gary Trent Jr. while losing Fred VanVleet and replacing him with the streaky Dennis Schroder. They also added sharpshooter Gradey Dick in free agency, helping shore up a key area of need. However, they’re still entertaining […]

When he entered the league in 2020 as the third overall pick by the Charlotte Hornets, many were questioning if LaMelo Ball had what it took to lead a franchise and be a primary scoring option offensively given that he was not known to be an electric shooter. Well, LaMelo killed these discussions when he […]

Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard wants a trade to the Miami Heat. The Heat want to send Tyler Herro to the Blazers as the centerpiece of the trade. Portland doesn’t want Herro. So here we are at a classic impasse. This means that for a deal to get done, a third team will have […]

Looking to immediately improve their roster around All-Star point guard Trae Young this NBA offseason, the Atlanta Hawks are fixated on Toronto Raptors star big man Pascal Siakam, league sources told ClutchPoints. Siakam, who is entering the final year of his contract this summer, has expressed his interest to re-sign with the Raptors and remain […]

With Kyrie Irving signing a long-term contract, he’ll be playing alongside Luka Doncic on the Dallas Mavericks for the foreseeable future. As Irving and Doncic look to rebound from last year’s disappointment, the Mavericks guards now seem to be seeing eye-to-eye. Last year, Doncic and Irving struggled with having to share ball-handling responsibilities. With Doncic […]

Where will Damian Lillard end up? This is question that many fans are asking after the star requested a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers. Many teams are in the running to compete for the star’s services, including the Miami Heat, the Philadelphia 76ers, and the Boston Celtics. The Heat are considered by many to […]

The Portland Trail Blazers lived in denial for about three seasons, but now reality is starting to set in. Damian Lillard, despite being as loyal as he could have been over the past few seasons, has finally requested a trade, specifically to the Miami Heat, most likely bringing an end to his 11-year stay in […]

Like every proud franchise, even the Philadelphia 76ers have made some mistakes, especially in the NBA Draft. Of course, the Sixers didn’t have a pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, so no chance for a bust this year. However, NBA Draft busts are always such a fun conversation. It’s a painful thought to contemplate about […]

James Harden wants out of Philly. The Philadelphia 76ers star has officially requested a trade after a disagreement regarding his most recent contract. Most fans want this situation to get resolved as soon as possible, just so that the team can focus on other stuff. However… this saga might drag on in an eerily familiar […]

The Miami Heat franchise is always one that aims to swing for the fences. And now there may not be an easier pitch for them to knock out of the park than a Damian Lillard trade, as the Portland Trail Blazers star not only requested a trade from the franchise he’s called home since 2012, […]

Charlotte Hornets rookie Brandon Miller didn’t quite have the Summer League debut he was seeking. The Hornets faced the San Antonio Spurs Monday in Sacramento’s California Classic Summer League. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft finished with solid numbers, though the Hornets’ forward picked up six fouls in a shaky first […]

The New Orleans Pelicans have not exactly been very busy in the first weekend of the 2023 NBA free agency. Not surprisingly, they still have some needs to address moving forward. While they have added center Cody Zeller on a one-year deal and exercised their option on Herb Jones, they still need to address their […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are building a unique basketball team. Lanky, skilled forwards litter their roster, which surprisingly made a playoff push last season. Chet Holmgren, one of the OKC centerpieces, showcased what their futuristic basketball vision looks like. In his return to the court, a 95-85 Summer League win over the Utah Jazz, the […]

The Miami Heat are continuing to work on a trade to acquire Damian Lillard from the Portland Trail Blazers, but there is one thing that seems to be a hangup with a third team being involved, according to Greg Sylvander of Five on the Floor. At least one challenge in negotiations has been the fact […]

The Chicago Bulls released their 2023 NBA Summer League roster last week. Your 2023 Summer League Bulls 😎 pic.twitter.com/YwhXCyvl3v — Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) June 30, 2023 From former college stars in UConn center Adama Sanogo to members of last year’s Windy City Bulls squad, Summer League Head Coach John Bryant will have plenty of talent […]

After another disappointing season in 2022-23, the Toronto Raptors will be looking to make changes to build toward another run for an NBA title. The changes began with the Raptors firing head coach Nick Nurse. They then addressed a big need by drafting sharpshooter Gradey Dick in the NBA Draft. However, losing Fred VanVleet certainly […]