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For the first time since the Dirk Nowitzki-led 2005 squad, Germany is back in the EuroBasket final. In the semifinal, Franz Wagner delivered with the poise of a star, pushing his team past the finish line and sealing a place in Sunday’s title game. Meanwhile, Dennis Schroder, the veteran captain, also provided stability on both […]

As Luka Doncic enters his most anticipated season in the NBA, bringing a championship back to the Los Angeles Lakers will be the only thing on his mind. Entering the season with a reignited focus, the new and improved Doncic is ready to take the league by storm once again. In doing so, he furthers […]

The upcoming NBA season tips off on October 21. In the meantime, teams around the league are preparing for training camp, which begins in late September. The Washington Wizards are a young team to keep an eye on as the organization continues to rebuild. However, they may be without one of their key contributors in […]

Germany secured its first EuroBasket Final appearance in more than two decades after defeating Finland 98-96 in a closely contested semifinal at the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket. Sacramento Kings guard Dennis Schroder and Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner spearheaded the effort, continuing Germany’s run of success on the international stage. Schroder delivered a standout performance, finishing […]

Throughout his career, Mark Cuban became one of the most innovative NBA owners. He helped to elevate the Dallas Mavericks into a championship-winning team and fostered a fan-friendly environment. Along the way, he used data analytics and strategy that enabled him to become a one-of-a-kind owner. One who was accessible and conveyed a common man […]

Dallas Mavericks minority owner Mark Cuban says he warned Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia about making drastic changes at the start of his tenure. After a lawsuit was reportedly filed against Ishbia by the Suns’ minority owners due to various violations, Cuban shared a conversation he had with Phoenix’s majority owner, warning him about the […]

A void has lingered over the Crescent City like a phantom limb, a persistent ache of what once was when Chris Paul was directing traffic on Poydras Street’s main court. The New Orleans Pelicans have wandered through a point guard wilderness for the last 14 seasons, cycling through temporary solutions not quite up to the […]

Chicago Bulls’ legend Derrick Rose is set to have his No. 1 jersey retired in January 2026, already announced by the Bulls’ front office, joining legends Scottie Pippen (33), Jerry Sloan (4), Bob Love (10), and of course, Michael Jordan (23) in the rafters of the United Center. Continuing to be a beacon for sponsor […]

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver revealed Wednesday that the league is handling its investigation into potential salary cap circumvention by the Los Angeles Clippers, owner Steve Ballmer, and star Kawhi Leonard outside of league offices. Following the annual Board of Governors meeting, Silver publicly addressed the matter for the first time. “I’ve been around the league […]

With the New York Knicks preparing for the 2025-26 season, hoping to contend for an NBA championship after a disappointing finish in the playoffs last season, one player has faced backlash for recent social media posts. As the Knicks make additions like with Malcolm Brogdon, the player that has been in headlines recently has been […]

The Boston Celtics will enter the upcoming season with several questions regarding how they will initially fare while Jayson Tatum recovers from an Achilles injury. One insider recently predicted that center Neemias Queta could experience a breakout season as Boston looks to remain competitive in a top-heavy Eastern Conference. Jay King of The Athletic pointed […]

The New York Knicks are not done yet adding talent on their team, and they recently signed Malcolm Brogdon to a one-year deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Brogdon played for the Washington Wizards last season where he averaged 12.7 points, 4.1 assists, and 3.8 rebounds but only appeared in 24 games. Last season, he […]

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 | 20-11 At long last, the final 10. You know the names, there are no big surprises for shock value, […]

A new NBA 2K26 Update launched this week, adding bug fixes to The City (like Pro-AM, REC, and Theater), as well as MyCAREER. Furthermore, PC players can enjoy a few additional updates to improve their experience as well. Without further ado, let’s take a look at the NBA 2K26 Update 1.3 Patch Notes. NBA 2K26 […]

The legendary Harlem Globetrotters will don brand-new uniforms for their 2026 100th Anniversary Tour. Iconic fashion designer Jeff Hamilton, longtime collaborator of the NBA and NFL, designed the uniforms. Hamilton has curated signature leather jackets for NBA All-Star Weekends since the early 1990s. He was also behind the jackets given to members of the NBA […]

Turkey is in the semi-final of 2025 EuroBasket, and it’s thanks in large part to how Alperen Sengun looks to be an even better player than he was when he made his first All-Star Game en route to leading the Houston Rockets to a 52-30 record and the two-seed in the Western Conference. The Rockets […]

By now, everyone knows that Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is a man of many talents on the basketball court. He can do almost everything, including finding angles that mere mortals wouldn’t normally see. Doncic can also transform his body in just a matter of weeks. As for acting? Well, you be the judge. […]

Dallas Mavericks minority owner Mark Cuban may not be as visible as he was in the past years, but he remains highly invested in the NBA, particularly with the changes the league continues to implement under commissioner Adam Silver. On Wednesday, the NBA approved the rule to count end-of-quarter heaves or shots taken within the […]

As Portland Trail Blazers veteran Damian Lillard continues his road to recovery from a season-ending Achilles tear, his new workout video proves he’s a step closer to making a return. Lillard reunited with the Trail Blazers this summer, agreeing to a three-year, $41.6 million deal with a player option for the 2027-28 season. Damian returns […]

Winning an NBA title is one of the most difficult milestones to achieve for any player. In fact, a ring can remain elusive for even the best basketball players in the world for their entire careers just like the likes of Charles Barkley, Steve Nash, and Karl Malone. However, history says that even some of […]

The NBA made a statement during the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France. Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Haliburton were the young players who helped lead Team USA on a gold medal run. However, players like Stephen Curry, LeBron James, and Kevin Durant are unlikely to play again. Bill Simmons offered his ideal replacements, including players like […]

The NBA is a constantly-evolving league when compared to others. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has bigger issues to deal with right now than tweaking his league’s rules. However, there is a new change, even if NBA Insider Zach Lowe dislikes it. Half-court heaves no longer count against an individual player’s stats. That is good news […]

The New York Knicks made it all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals last season. With Jalen Brunson leading the way, New York finished a couple wins short of the NBA Finals. The Knicks made big moves in the offseason, bringing in Mike Brown as their new head coach and free agent forward Guerschon […]

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George addressed Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic’s trajectory toward potentially becoming the “biggest international” star in the history of the NBA. Doncic and Slovenia were eliminated from EuroBasket. However, that doesn’t take away from what could be the biggest season of Luka’s career as he enters his first Lakers training […]

Former Brooklyn Nets fan favorite Rondae Hollis-Jefferson has been campaigning on social media for an NBA opportunity this offseason. With NBA training camp two weeks away, it appears the 30-year-old will not return to the league this season. Hollis-Jefferson signed a contract with Filipino basketball club Barangay Ginebra San Miguel, according to HoopsHype. The 6-foot-6 […]

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 […]