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The Denver Nuggets are preparing for a crucial Game 5 matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night, but they may have to navigate some key injury concerns heading into the pivotal contest. Ahead of the 10 p.m. ET tipoff on TNT, the Nuggets listed Russell Westbrook as questionable with a left foot injury […]

The NBA Playoffs feature the best teams and the brightest stars in the league. By now, fans should realize that the postseason is a different animal compared to the regular season. In fact, some superstars have yet to snag a playoff series win. Here is a look at the 10 most surprising NBA stars who’ve […]

Damian Lillard’s time in the 2025 NBA Playoffs was a short one. It lasted just three games, to be exact. Lillard missed several games toward the end of the 2024-25 NBA regular season and Game 1 of the Milwaukee Bucks’ first round against the Indiana Pacers, suffering a season-ending Achilles tear injury in Game 4 […]

Oftentimes, a 31-point, 10-rebound, and five-assist game would make many happy. However, that’s not the case for Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun. As Sengun was getting annoyed in the Rockets Game 4 loss, he explained postgame how he needs to be better. “There’s a lot to learn,” Sengun said. “I’m still young. I’m going to […]

The Detroit Pistons have their backs against the wall. Following a controversial non call at the end of Game 4, Detroit is now down 3-1 to the New York Knicks in a NBA Playoffs series. The Pistons must win three in a row to advance in the postseason. Heading into a pivotal Game 5, the […]

Where would the Golden State Warriors be without Draymond Green? Aside from being the heart and soul of the team, Green is the anchor for what has been a stifling Warriors defense during the second half of the 2024-25 season. The Defensive Player of the Year finalist has been dominant in big moments against the […]

As the Milwaukee Bucks face elimination in the first round of the playoffs, speculation surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future continues to grow. Former NBA forward Carlos Boozer added to the conversation Tuesday morning on ESPN’s Get Up, suggesting that the two-time MVP should consider a move to the Los Angeles Lakers if he no longer wants […]

MIAMI – After the Miami Heat were swept by the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night, it was an immensely dreadful ending to the season, with Game 4 being a historic 55-point loss. It would be another rough outing from Heat star Tyler Herro, who spoke after the contest about his frustrating performances in the playoff […]

An embarrassing sweep of the Memphis Grizzlies has led the franchise to explore all options. After Ja Morant was injured for the Grizzlies’ Game 4, the team looked fine without him. As a result, some believe that he’s not at that superstar caliber anymore. “When I’m talking to people around the league, GMs, execs, scouts, […]

As the ‘imperfect’ Oklahoma City Thunder charge through the NBA Playoffs, a collective hunger and unselfish play have become defining traits of the Shai Gilgeous-Alexander-led squad. Second-year guard Cason Wallace is another new addition that embodies Oklahoma City’s underdog spirit and camaraderie, which propelled them to a rather straightforward series sweep of Ja Morant’s Memphis […]

The NBA continues to search for an entertaining All-Star Game format after yet another disappointing outing in February, and it appears that the United States vs. World format is coming soon. The most recent All-Star Game was heavily criticized by fans and media members, most of whom dubbed it one of the worst games ever. […]

After losing their second straight game to the Golden State Warriors in their first-round playoff series and falling into a 3-1 hole, Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka is uncommitted to his starting five heading into Game 5. Monday night presented the Rockets with an opportunity to even this series and regain home-court advantage with […]

The Boston Celtics will host the Orlando Magic in Game 5 of their playoff series on Tuesday night. Jaylen Brown and Jrue Holiday have been dealing with injuries, however. Are the Celtics stars playing in Game 5? The Celtics lead the series 3-1. Boston would love to clinch a series victory on Wednesday night without […]

“I’ve always walked that line. That’s who I am. Habitual line stepper.” That was Draymond Green’s postgame mic drop after Golden State’s Game 4 win over the Houston Rockets. In one sentence, he shouted out Chappelle’s Show, Charlie Murphy’s legendary storytelling, and his own no-apologies approach to basketball, per X. If you know, you know—and […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are down 3-1 in their first-round series against the Indiana Pacers. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard have had to carry a heavy burden just for the Bucks to even stay in games, and now, Lillard is out with a torn Achilles tendon. Combined with the fact that the point guard was dealing […]

Even though Jimmy Butler was ruled out of Game 3, Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors held down the fort and secured the win. One game later, Butler returned and made his presence known. He dropped 27 points, five rebounds, and six assists in 40 minutes. That’s an impressive performance that the Warriors weren’t […]

The Houston Rockets are the two-seed in the Western Conference, but they are on the brink of elimination in the first round of the NBA playoffs. The Rockets dropped Game 4 against the Golden State Warriors on Monday night, and they are now down 3-1 in the series. One thing is certain: If Houston is […]

Jimmy Butler just had one of his most memorable games in a Golden State Warriors uniform on Monday night at Chase Center in San Francisco. Coming back from a one-game absence because of a pelvis injury, Butler helped the Dubs pull off a 109-106 win in Game 4 of the series against the Houston Rockets. […]

Jimmy Butler was back in action on Monday night for Game 4 of the Golden State Warriors’ first-round series against the Houston Rockets, and did not seem to miss a beat. Butler, who missed Game 3 due to a left pelvic contusion, delivered the goods for his team in the Dubs’ 109-106 win at Chase […]

The Houston Rockets are facing elimination in the NBA Playoffs. Houston is down 3-1 to the Golden State Warriors, after dropping a pivotal Game 4 on Monday. Rockets coach Ime Udoka is sending a terse message to his struggling team. “Go get a win,” Udoka said to reporters, per Big Sarge Media. “Go get a […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are on the brink of elimination, as they are down 1-3 in the first round against the Indiana Pacers. Aside from dropping Game 4, the Bucks suffered a double whammy when they saw Damian Lillard suffer an Achilles Tendon injury. The very same one that took out the likes of Kobe Bryant, […]

The Houston Rockets are on the verge of elimination from the 2025 NBA Playoffs after suffering a 109-106 loss at the hands of the Golden State Warriors in Game 4 of their series Monday night in San Francisco. As the final score suggests, that contest was decided in the final moments, with Golden State executing […]

The Sacramento Kings conceded to the 10th-seeded Dallas Mavericks at the Play-In Tournament. The 120-106 loss ended the Kings’ playoff campaign, which has been marred by several changes and uncertainty. With Sacramento facing a bleak future, it’s safe to say that DeMar DeRozan could be on the move in a trade after just one full season with the […]

The Golden State Warriors came up with a clutch 109-106 win over the Houston Rockets to take a 3-1 lead in the first-round series, and Buddy Hield played a key role in the win, including on the defensive end of the floor, which drew a bit of a playful shot from head coach Steve Kerr […]

Whatever Brandin Podziemski ate before Game 4 needs to become his before-game meal every game moving forward. Bouncing back after suffering from food poisoning earlier in the series, Podziemski was instrumental in the Golden State Warriors’ critical 109-106 Game 4 victory over the Houston Rockets. In a career game for a player early in their […]

Most wouldn’t use the word “memorable” to describe the San Antonio Spurs’ 2024-2025 season. Most people aren’t Victor Wenbanyama. In meeting with the media for the first time since February, Wemby told ClutchPoints exactly why he described the organization’s past year that way. Given that the Spurs head into this season with recent All-Star De’Aaron […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future has been the NBA’s top point of speculation over the last two years. With the Milwaukee Bucks bereft of assets and failing to resemble a title contender, many within league circles have felt a trade is the best path forward for both sides. Damian Lillard’s torn Achilles ended any doubt that a […]

The Memphis Grizzlies entered the NBA Playoffs with hopes of making noise as a young, hungry team. Instead, Jaren Jackson Jr. was among many handed a harsh reality check by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder, who completed a first-round sweep with a dominant performance that left EVP Zach Kleiman searching for answers. The series, […]

In the second quarter of the Golden State Warriors’ 109-106 win over the Houston Rockets, Stephen Curry and Dillon Brooks got into a dust-up that had the officials whistle both of them (as well as Draymond Green) for a technical foul. Brooks, after getting Curry on a switch, bumped into the Warriors star, knocking him […]

Jimmy Butler went down with a pelvic injury after he was undercut while grabbing a rebound during the early goings of Game 2 of the Golden State Warriors’ first-round clash against the Houston Rockets. Butler then proceeded to miss the rest of Game 2 and the entirety of Game 3, and there was much concern […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are dealing with Ja Morant rumors already but there is reason for optimism after being swept by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder. A budding chemistry between rookie center Zach Edey and guard Scotty Pippen Jr. offers a foundation for the future. If nothing else was learned by the Grizzlies, Executive Vice […]

NBA legend Charles Barkley had some hilarious remarks about Dillon Brooks’ pre-game outfit. The Houston Rockets are gearing up for Game 4 against the Golden State Warriors on Monday. After their Game 3 win, the Warriors hold a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series. The Inside the NBA crew carried on with their usual playoff […]

During the dying minutes of the first half of Game 4 of the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets’ first-round matchup, Jimmy Butler had some spicy words for Dillon Brooks while Tari Eason was at the free-throw line. Butler called Brooks “a bum and a b***h” and called him “weak” as well, although the Rockets […]

The Golden State Warriors are one win away from booking their place in the second round of the 2025 NBA playoffs after they took a 3-1 series lead courtesy of a 109-106 win over the Houston Rockets on Monday night. This is quite the turnaround for the Warriors, a team that had its championship window […]

When Jimmy Butler was undercut during a battle for a rebound in Game 2, there was much concern about his physical well-being and whether or not he’d be able to suit up for the rest of the Golden State Warriors’ first-round matchup against the Houston Rockets. Butler was ruled out for the rest of Game […]

Draymond Green spent the final few weeks of the regular season vociferously campaigning for himself to win the 2025 Defensive Player of the Year award. But in the end, it was Evan Mobley who won the award, with the Golden State Warriors forward finishing third in the voting (behind Mobley and Dyson Daniels). However, on […]

The Golden State Warriors decided to take a major risk when they pulled off a trade for Jimmy Butler at the deadline. Butler had burnt his bridges with the Miami Heat organization, his team of five and a half seasons, and he wasn’t quite performing at the level everyone was accustomed to seeing out of […]

Jimmy Butler and Dillon Brooks went back and forth with one another during Game 4 between the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets in the West First Round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs on Monday night. With over two minutes remaining in the first half, Butler and Brooks stood next to each other at the […]

Towards the end of the regular season, Draymond Green’s case to win the second Defensive Player of the Year award of his career was picking up steam, and it reached a point where the Golden State Warriors veteran was openly clamoring for voters to reward him with the acclaim. In the end, the voters decided […]