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Germany’s run at EuroBasket 2025 has been nothing short of spectacular. After navigating the group phase and knockout rounds with a perfect 7-0 record, the Germans have looked like a well-oiled machine, blending NBA-level talent with relentless execution. Franz Wagner has been one of the centerpieces of this success. With his blend of size, versatility, […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James reflected on his first NBA appearance alongside his father, LeBron James, describing the moment as overwhelming yet unforgettable. Speaking on the latest episode of Grant Horvat Golf, James revisited his debut against the Minnesota Timberwolves last season, when he and his father became the first father-son duo to share […]

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White is a pretty calm guy. He’s never received a technical in his NBA career and manages to torch teams while remaining mild-mannered. However, the annoyance in his tone was clear when he was asked about one of the most controversial things the Celtics do: shooting 3-pointers. On the latest episode […]

It’s fair to say that the NBA community has been left rocked with the potential implications of the Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration saga. The NBA has already launched an investigation into the situation after Pablo Torre’s concerning report alleging that Leonard was paid $28 million by Aspiration for a no-show job. Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant was […]

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert believes the path to sustained success lies in chemistry and teamwork, pointing to the Indiana Pacers’ 2025 playoff run as an example. On a recent episode of The Young Man & The Three, the four-time Defensive Player of the Year said the Pacers’ cohesion separated them from other teams in […]

In his fourth season, Houston Rockets forward Alperen Sengun ascended into an All-Star, which garnered ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins’ respect and appreciation for the 22-year-old’s impact. Sengun has earned the nickname Baby Jokic, highlighting his dual offensive capabilities as a scorer and playmaker on one end and an elite rebounder and defender on the other. For […]

Luka Doncic put on a show with Slovenia for EuroBasket, and it could be what’s to come when he plays with the Los Angeles Lakers this season. It has been well known that the Lakers are building around Doncic for the present and the future, and his EuroBasket run has encouraged them even more to […]

As the NBA navigates the fallout of the Los Angeles Clippers’ controversy involving Kawhi Leonard and the bankrupt firm Aspiration, commissioner Adam Silver and team owners are weighing next steps while making clear their respect for Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. During Wednesday’s preseason board of governors meeting in New York, Silver fielded questions about the […]

Check out the previous entries in ClutchPoints’ 100 greatest NBA players of all time series based on Josh Eberley’s E-Rank: 100-91 | 90-81 | 80-71 | 70-61 | 60-51 | 50-41 | 40-31 | 30-21 There are no more big surprises, as the remaining 20 players all made the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team. The power […]

The Los Angeles Clippers have been embroiled in a huge controversy regarding star man Kawhi Leonard in recent weeks. Things have only grown more concerning due to the involvement of the Klaw’s uncle and lead representative Dennis Robertson, against whom the NBA had previously launched an investigation back in 2019. Now, it has been claimed […]

Luka Doncic and Slovenia made it all the way to the EuroBasket quarterfinal, but ultimately lost to Germany 99-91. Doncic once again had a spectacular performance, finishing the game with 39 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists, but it wasn’t enough to get the win. One thing Doncic was not too happy about was a […]

Since retiring from the NBA, Hall of Fame center and analyst Shaquille O’Neal has been a motivating force for the game’s elite centers, offering tough love and constructive criticism, including to Philadelphia 76ers All-Star Joel Embiid. It took him years to do it; however, O’Neal eventually did give Dwight Howard his flowers amid Howard’s Hall […]

With the NBA season around the corner, the Brooklyn Nets are hosting an annual fan event in their backyard. The Nets will host “Practice in the Park” on Sept. 27 at Potomac Playground in Bed-Stuy. Brooklyn previously held the event at Brooklyn Bridge Park before moving it to Potomac Playground last year. General Manager Sean […]

Ever since the Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration controversy first made the news, it has continued to steamroll into a saga that has enveloped the Los Angeles Clippers. Steve Ballmer, previously known to have invested $50 million in the now-bankrupt company, had encouraged investigation by the NBA, which is set to play a major role in how things […]

On Wednesday, the heroics of Luka Doncic weren’t enough as Slovenia was eliminated from the EuroBasket tournament. Though he scored 39 points, Slovenia lost to Germany 99-91 in the quarterfinal. Afterward, Donic was vehemently disheartened by the end result, per the Balkin-based outlet Merdian Sports and Hoops Hype. “I’m angry, 100 percent angry,” he said. […]

In any sport, one of the best things to see from athletes is them going to play for their hometown. In the NBA, one of those moments is seeing LeBron James get drafted to the Cleveland Cavaliers, and then coming back later in his career to win them their first championship. Recently, Jaylen Brown was […]

The Dallas Mavericks have agreed to a contract with center Jamarion Sharp, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reports. Sharp spent last season with the Mavs’ G League team, the Texas Legends. The 7’5″ center features intriguing potential and will receive another opportunity in the Mavericks’ organization. “The Mavericks and Jamarion Sharp have agreed to a deal, […]

The weight of history has often been too heavy for Finland on the European basketball stage, but in 2025, Lauri Markkanen has shifted the balance. Through seven grueling games at EuroBasket, Markkanen has averaged 24.7 points and 7.9 rebounds, carrying Finland into a semifinal clash against Germany. The Germans enter this matchup full of confidence, […]

The stage could not be bigger for Alperen Şengün and Turkey. After a perfect 7-0 run that has surprised Europe and elevated the national team into legitimate title contention, Turkey now finds itself standing across from Greece, a powerhouse led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, in the EuroBasket semifinals. What has been a storybook tournament for Şengün […]

The EuroBasket semifinals have arrived, and the spotlight has never been brighter. Giannis Antetokounmpo has carried Greece through the tournament with relentless efficiency and staggering numbers, but now comes the most difficult test yet: undefeated Turkey and its rising superstar Alperen Şengün. This is the clash the basketball world has been waiting for, a matchup […]

The obvious question for the Golden State Warriors for the upcoming season is Stephen Curry’s health. While he’s projected to return fully healed from his hamstring injury, it will be interesting to see if he can stay on the floor for a long period, given his history of physical issues. But when Curry is 100%, […]

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner continued to shine for Germany in the EuroBasket, leading the team to the semifinals after beating the Luka Doncic-led Slovenia in the quarterfinals on Wednesday. Germany pulled off the comeback win, 99-91, after rallying in the second half. Wagner led Die Mannschaft with 23 points, although he struggled mightily from […]

Luka Doncic was once again masterful as he scored 39 points in the quarterfinals of the EuroBasket on Wednesday. But his effort was not enough, with Slovenia suffering a tough loss to Germany, 99-91. Slovenia started hot, outscoring Germany, 32-21, in the opening quarter, with Doncic scattering 10 points. But Die Mannschaft buckled down on […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is one of a handful of NBA stars who took to the court in recent weeks with their national teams while competing at EuroBasket. Unfortunately for Luka Doncic, his EuroBasket run came to an end on Wednesday as Slovenia was eliminated by Germany, 99-91. Following Slovenia’s EuroBasket elimination by […]

Even eight months after the deal happened, the NBA world is still reacting to the Luka Doncic trade. The Dallas Mavericks and general manager Nico Harrison traded the young superstar to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis. The deal caught almost everyone off guard, including Mavericks owner Mark Cuban. However, there was tension in […]

Derrick Jones Jr. arrived at the Los Angeles Clippers after going all the way to the NBA Finals back during the 2023-24 NBA season. That season earned him a considerable pay rise as he signed a $30 million, three-year deal with the Clippers in August 2024, which runs until the end of the 2026-27 campaign. […]

Germany advanced to the semifinals of EuroBasket 2025 with a 99-91 victory over Slovenia on Wednesday, continuing its unbeaten run in the tournament. Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner played a pivotal role, while Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic put up a remarkable effort in defeat. Wagner paced Germany with 20 points, seven rebounds, four […]

Luka Doncic and Slovenia’s national team were one of many hopefuls playing at EuroBasket this year. The Los Angeles Lakers star has put up big numbers at the tournament so far. However, he met his match against Franz Wagner and Germany’s national team on Wednesday. Germany defeated Slovenia 99-91 in the quarterfinals, sending Doncic and […]

Patrick Beverley expressed disbelief this week after reports surfaced that free agent Ben Simmons turned down a one-year minimum contract offer from the New York Knicks. Speaking on The Pat Bev Podcast with Rone, the former NBA guard reacted strongly to the rumored rejection, emphasizing the significance of an offer from a major market franchise. […]

One of the big topics of conversation in recent years for the NBA has been the league’s in-season tournament, which was won by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2023 and the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024. The tournament was implemented to give some extra spice to a regular season that has gotten increasingly drawn-out and uninteresting […]

The NBA is set to see a surge in long-range shot attempts after approving a rule change that alters how end-of-period heaves are recorded. As first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania, beginning with the 2025-26 season, unsuccessful long-distance attempts at the buzzer will be counted as a missed field-goal attempt for the team but will […]

The NBA offseason featured restricted free agents and stars changing teams. However, the biggest story stars Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard. Reports surfaced that Steve Ballmer, the owner of the Clippers, used a company called Aspiration to pay Leonard extra money. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver offered his thoughts on the ongoing investigation. Ballmer defended […]

The Memphis Grizzlies were riding high last season, flirting with a top-four seed through the NBA All-Star break. Then the slide down the standings began. High expectations paired with the wasting of that early success led to the amplification of lingering frustrations. Taylor Jenkins was eventually relieved of the head coaching duties and so Tuomas […]

Check out the previous entries in ClutchPoints’ 100 greatest NBA players of all time series based on Josh Eberley’s E-Rank: 100-91 | 90-81 | 80-71 | 70-61 | 60-51 | 50-41 | 40-31 We are getting close to the mountaintop with only 30 names left. This grouping boasts a modern player leading the pack, a […]

After a prolific season that ended with him being crowned as a 2025 NBA Finals MVP, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander also earned the “free-throw merchant” moniker, which earned an interesting response from Golden State Warriors veteran Draymond Green. It’s the price one pays for ascending to become the new face of the NBA. […]

The New York Knicks enter the 2025-26 season with relatively high expectations. They are coming off back-to-back 50-win seasons, and they return their entire core—as well as a few top end free agent signings. The Knicks are also set to enter year two with Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges. It will also be their first […]

Patrick Beverley did not hold back when revisiting some unforgettable moments with former teammates Paul George and Jeremy Lin. During a recent podcast appearance, Beverley laughed about what he called the “worst passes ever” in his NBA career. He pointed out specific plays involving George and Lin. These were players he shared the court with […]

The Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration saga has shook the NBA community in recent days. The accusation is simple. The LA Clippers are being suspected of circumventing the NBA’s salary cap rules after Kawhi Leonard was reported to have been paid $28 million for a ‘no-show’ job for Aspiration, a now bankrupt company. Franchise owner Steve Ballmer was […]

The San Antonio Spurs are just six weeks away from kicking off a 2025-26 season in which they will hope to make the NBA playoffs for the first time in over half a decade. The good news for the Spurs is that star Victor Wembanyama has been cleared of the blood clot scare that prematurely […]