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The Atlanta Hawks find themselves at a strange spot heading towards the midway point of the 2025-26 NBA season. On one hand, they appear to have found a new franchise player outside of the lottery in Jalen Johnson, the do-it-all forward who can shoot, score, pass, and defend as a 6-foot-8 frontcourt player. They’ve added […]

LOS ANGELES – With a little over two months of the regular season gone by, Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is leading the NBA in scoring at 33.7 points per game. Whether it’s one of his patented step-back 3-point shots or a drive to the basket, Doncic is the head of the snake for […]

The Detroit Pistons (24-8) have seen their lead over the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference shrink to just one game after dropping their last two contests. The last thing they need right now is an injury to a starter. But when it rains, it pours. Tobias Harris suffered a hip sprain in the […]

In a game so good, it needed more than 48 minutes to decide a winner, the Philadelphia 76ers found themselves all tied up at 136-all against the Memphis Grizzlies with just 18.3 seconds left to play. After having some minor confusion over where they could inbound the ball, with it ruled Tyrese Maxey couldn’t take […]

Before he put the Golden State Warriors on the map, Stephen Curry did it first at Davidson College. From 2006-2009, he achieved prominence with his trademark three-point shooting that helped lead Davidson to the Elite Eight in 2008, and he became the NCAA scoring champion in 2009.  As a result, his alma mater has gone […]

Victor Wembanyama returned from injury on Dec. 13. If the date’s not easy to remember, the event is. That night, his San Antonio Spurs handed the Oklahoma City Thunder only their second loss through 26 games. Wemby didn’t start in that NBA Cup semifinal and wouldn’t in either of the second and third victories against […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James celebrated his birthday on Tuesday while he’s in the midst of a never-before-done 23rd season in the NBA. James has a couple of teammates on the Lakers who were barely born during his rookie season in the league. One of those players is Nick Smith Jr. who was born […]

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey delivered a dominant performance in the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday. Maxey erupted for 24 points on 9-of-10 shooting to power the 76ers through the opening half and tie the score at 72. The guard displayed elite efficiency with a 110.3 percent true shooting percentage while adding […]

The Chicago Bulls received tough news regarding the hamstring injury that star guard Josh Giddey suffered in a recent game. Giddey sustained the injury during the Bulls’ Dec. 29 matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. It took place in the second half as it ended his night after 18 minutes of action. ESPN’s NBA insider Shams […]

As the calendar flips toward the new year, the busted-up New Orleans Pelicans find themselves once again scraping for relevance in the Western Conference standings. Sporting a dismal 8-26 record going into a New Year’s Eve date with the Chicago Bulls, Zion Williamson and Derik Queen are languishing in last place. Still, the locker room […]

San Antonio Spurs star guard Stephon Castle is listed as questionable on the team’s injury report a day ahead of a New Year’s Eve match-up with the New York Knicks. The Spurs indicate the second-year guard is dealing with a left thumb strain. A strain in Castle’s left hip caused him to miss nine games […]

Out of all the guys on the New York Knicks, OG Anunoby has stood out not just in terms of talent but also in terms of boastfulness. After the Knicks won the NBA Cup, he said they were a real contender from then on.  He has grown in ways thanks to the mentorship of NBA […]

Austin Reaves’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers might be in question as he could test free agency for a big contract in the 2026 offseason. Which paves the way for plenty of scenarios of interactions with multiple teams. Reaves has been with the Lakers since 2021, making his way up the ranks before finally […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are enduring another difficult season, sitting at a dismal 8-26 after a recent loss to the New York Knicks. For most teams in such dire straits, the news would be one of dysfunction, finger-pointing, and an inevitable rebuild. However, interim head coach James Borrego sees a young squad on the verge […]

Since 2018, Coby White has given his all to the Chicago Bulls, only to have a revolving door of the same old same old repeatedly hitting him in the face. As a result, rumblings about him being sent elsewhere continue to multiply.  Out of all the teams that have come up, the most frequent is […]

WASHINGTON D.C. — The Washington Wizards still haven’t fully unleashed rookie guard Tre Johnson as he heals from his hip flexor injury, but he’s making them look smart for drafting him anyway. The 19-year-old scored a career-high 24 points (9-12 FG, 5-5 3-point) with one rebound, two assists, and one steal over 25 minutes during […]

Much like a few of his teammates on the Chicago Bulls, Patrick Williams has had to deal with a double whammy. Overcoming injuries that have kept him down at times, as well as rumors of being traded.  In June 2024, Williams signed a five-year, $90 million contract extension that includes a player option for the […]

Almost 24 hours after Jalen Green dropped an F-bomb following a Phoenix Suns win against the Washington Wizards, it was short-lived. He was smacked with a $25,000 fine by the NBA while interrupting his teammate’s interview. That said teammate? Collin Gillespie, who had 25 points on the night and lifted Phoenix to a win. Even […]

In the midst of an unprecedented 23rd season in the NBA, LeBron James celebrated his 41st birthday, making him the oldest player in the league. A good birthday present for James would be a win as the Los Angeles Lakers square off against the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons, but in the meantime, James was serenaded […]

The Golden State Warriors have been mediocre so far on the 2025-26 NBA season, currently sitting at 17-16 following a recent road win over the Brooklyn Nets. While the Warriors still have Stephen Curry playing at an All-NBA level, the team’s lack of depth and competent frontcourt players have been a glaring issue this year. […]

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers were able to get back on track following Sunday’s 125-101 win against the Sacramento Kings, and part of the talk following the game was a couple of dunks LeBron James threw down off lob passes. One lob pass came from Marcus Smart, the other came from Deandre Ayton. […]

Over the last week, there has been considerable discourse about what eligibility requirements a player must meet in order to be able to partake in NCAA basketball. This occurred after former NBA Draft pick James Nnaji signed with Baylor, and amid speculation that Chicago Bulls player Trentyn Flowers might be pursuing college eligibility. Now, NCAA […]

The Golden State Warriors have been up and down so far on the 2025-26 NBA season, currently sitting at 17-16 after a recent win over the Brooklyn Nets. Stephen Curry has continued to put up monster stat lines seemingly on a nightly basis, but it hasn’t translated into a very impressive record so far for […]

The San Antonio Spurs have dropped two straight games to teams near the bottom or just outside the NBA playoff picture. While that’s been commonplace over their last several years, including their last two with Victor Wembanyama, it’s been an eye-opening experience for a Silver and Black core dominated by youth. Head Coach Mitch Johnson […]

As speculation continues around whether the Golden State Warriors could pursue a blockbuster trade for Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis, NBA analyst Zach Lowe expressed significant skepticism about the feasibility of such a move, pointing to roster fit and financial realities as major obstacles. On the latest episode of The Zach Lowe Show, Lowe explained […]

The return of shooting guard Jaden Ivey has been an intriguing situation for the Detroit Pistons. The former first-round draft selection made his season debut in November after suffering a fibula injury back in January. His 2024-25 season was cut short at 30 games when former Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony dove into Ivey’s leg […]

A growing chorus around the NBA has begun to question the long-term partnership between Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks, and former Hawks guard Lou Williams is now among those signaling that a separation may be inevitable. Speaking on the latest episode of FanDuel’s Run It Back, Williams acknowledged that while he once hoped Young […]

The month of December has not been kind to the Atlanta Hawks, as they’ve done a lot of losing over the course of the past few weeks and have fallen to 10th in the Eastern Conference. Even with Trae Young returning from an MCL injury that knocked him out of the rotation for over a […]

With just about five weeks until the NBA trade deadline on Feb. 5, trade rumors around the league are heating up. The hottest rumor surrounds Anthony Davis, Trae Young, and the Atlanta Hawks, as the Dallas Mavericks star has emerged as a prime trade candidate for the Hawks. Despite his injury concerns since arriving in […]

Playing on Christmas Day isn’t the gift some might expect it to be, according to Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green. The NBA veteran recently explained his perspective on the league’s holiday tradition on his podcast, the ‘Draymond Green Show’. “To play on a day where everybody’s watching, it’s incredible,” Green said [h/t Awful Announcing’s […]

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Lonzo Ball did not play in Monday night’s impressive bounce-back win over the San Antonio Spurs, sparking questions about his status in the team’s rotation. Craig Porter Jr. has gotten the nod off the bench when he’s been inactive for back-to-backs, but that wasn’t the case this time. Cavs head coach Kenny […]

The Dallas Mavericks fell to 12-22 overall for the 2025-26 season after losing 125-122 to the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. Dallas is sitting in 12th place in the Western Conference. While they are only a couple of games back of a play-in spot, the chances of this Mavs squad seriously competing for a […]

On Monday, the Oklahoma City Thunder picked up another win with a 140-129 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. It was another outstanding game for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who scored 39 points to go along with six rebounds and six assists in the win. On Tuesday, it was announced by ESPN’s Shams Charania that Denver Nuggets star […]

The New Orleans Pelicans may have fallen short against the New York Knicks. However, Zion Williamson’s return to the starting lineup offered a glimpse of hope for a franchise desperately seeking consistency and direction. After a stint coming off the bench, Williamson reclaimed his spot in the starting five, playing extended minutes without restrictions. While […]

Following three wins vs. the Oklahoma City Thunder, including two in three days, the San Antonio Spurs shot up to the top of everyone’s radar. Two games later, they’re failing to meet expectations with the makings of an unexpected losing streak. It’s left Victor Wembanyama in search of balance. ClutchPoints asked the generational talent if […]

The Utah Jazz could be without their leading scorer Tuesday night as they prepare to face the Boston Celtics, with guard Keyonte George listed as questionable on the team’s latest injury report. Utah (12-19) hosts Boston (19-12) at 9:00 p.m. ET as it looks to extend its current win streak to three games. The Jazz […]

On Monday evening, the Toronto Raptors picked up another win with a thrilling 107-106 home victory over the Orlando Magic. The Raptors trailed this game by as many as 21 points on the second night of a back to back, but the win was secured when Magic forward Paolo Banchero’s three-pointer clanked off the rim […]

The Brooklyn Nets have pulled off the NBA’s most shocking turnaround early this season. A defensive resurgence has been at the center of their success. After posting a league-worst 128.5 defense rating during a 0-7 start, the Nets hold the NBA’s best defensive rating (105.4) in December while posting a 7-4 record. After Cam Thomas […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves opened their four-game road trip with a statement performance Monday night, routing the Chicago Bulls 136–101 to snap a two-game losing streak. After the game, star guard Anthony Edwards revealed that a prolonged travel delay set the tone for the dominant showing. Edwards explained that the team’s frustrations from a delayed flight […]