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The New Orleans Pelicans are eagerly awaiting the return of Zion Williamson, who has been out of the lineup for several weeks now with a hamstring injury. The Pelicans have suffered mightily as a result of all their injuries, currently sitting dead last in the Western Conference at 5-22 and with trade rumors starting to […]

If there is one team in the Western Conference that definitely needs a win coming out of the NBA Cup break, it’s the Sacramento Kings. Then again, the Los Angeles Lakers could equally use a win given their struggles as a team this season. These two Western Conference foes will face off against one another […]

The Denver Nuggets have reportedly expressed interest in Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine as trade rumors swirl ahead of the February 6 deadline. LaVine, a two-time All-Star, has drawn attention for his scoring ability and potential fit within a Nuggets roster led by reigning MVP Nikola Jokić. A Western Conference scout recently shared insights with […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will be taking on the Sacramento Kings, and LeBron James is on the injury report. James returned to the floor against the Memphis Grizzlies after a short absence from the team, and he looked like he hadn’t lost a step. The Lakers forward is listed on the report with left foot […]

Alperen Sengun has been playing at an All-Star level this season, and he recently took the Houston Rockets to the semifinals of the NBA Cup in Las Vegas. Although the Rockets fell 111-96 in one of their worst performances of the season, this young team proved that they are once again a force in the […]

Ayesha Curry has an incredible car collection. Curry is popularly known as the wife of the best shooter in the world, Stephen Curry, who is a four-time NBA champion, Finals MVP, and an Olympic gold medalist. On the other hand, Ayesha Curry also has experiences on screen herself. She has appeared in several television shows, […]

Mixing sports and artificial intelligence is all of the rage these days. When it comes to basketball discussions, NBA fans love to consider the most overrated players of all time. These are players who were given a lot more credit than they deserved. We here at ClutchPoints certainly have our own opinions on who has […]

The Denver Nuggets and San Antonio Spurs have emerged as potential “wild card” destinations for Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler, according to a recent report by ESPN. This speculation follows a report from Shams Charania about Butler’s trade availability, which was refuted by Butler’s agent. Despite the denial, teams such as the Houston Rockets, Golden […]

Although fans of the Minnesota Timberwolves didn’t always consistently show former franchise cornerstone Karl-Anthony Towns love, Towns’ appreciation for the franchise that made him the 1st overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft never seemed to waiver, even after he was the centerpiece of a surprising trade just months after the Timberwolves made the Western […]

Shaquille O’Neal, never shy about sharing his opinions, has strong feelings about the modern NBA and its perceived shift toward a softer playing style, per Outkick. On his podcast, Big Pod With Shaq, the Hall of Famer laid part of the blame on Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry. Shaq argued that Curry’s success has […]

The NBA debate of the greatest player of all time is one of the most heated topics among hardcore NBA fans. Currently, the conversation involves LeBron James and Michael Jordan, with some Kobe Bryant in the mix. Here is a look at 10 NBA stars who also should be considered in the GOAT debate. Check […]

After Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant’s critical remarks on the All-Star Game’s new format announced this week, the 14-time All-Star is walking back on his comments. While Durant admits his harsh take on the new four-team format that will replace the All-Star Game’s traditional 12-on-12 format was his honest opinion, he wishes he hadn’t said it […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are preparing to host the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. Ja Morant, however, is dealing with low back soreness. Is the Grizzlies star playing on Thursday against the Warriors? Although he has played well in 2024-25, Morant has been forced to miss some time due to injuries. Overall, he has played […]

After not practicing on Tuesday or Wednesday, Luka Doncic, who is dealing with a left heel contusion, has been ruled out for Thursday’s Los Angeles Clippers-Dallas Mavericks game, per the NBA injury report. Kyrie Irving is also listed on the injury report with right shoulder soreness. Irving did not practice on Tuesday but returned on […]

From rule changes to offensive schemes, the modern game has evolved in ways that benefit scoring, making it a more high-paced, high-scoring affair. Recently, four-time NBA All-Star Penny Hardaway joined Draymond Green and Baron Davis to reveal how he would fare in today’s NBA. During the interview, Green asked Hardaway how he believed he would […]

The Sacramento Kings are navigating a challenging season, currently ranked 12th in the fiercely competitive Western Conference with a 13-14 record. Head coach Mike Brown offered some constructive feedback for his starpoint guard, De’Aaron Fox. “Fox has to step up. He’s a great player, on the verge of being a superstar…you have a lot of […]

A day after San Antonio Spurs legendary coach Gregg Popovich released a statement for the first time since suffering a mild stroke in early November, two of his players, Jeremy Sochan and Stephon Castle, reacted accordingly. Sochan’s response was, well, Sochan-like, complete with curse words, while Castle’s answer featured a more standard tone – the […]

The Houston Rockets have been one of the top teams in the Western Conference this season. The Rockets recently advanced to the elimination round of the NBA Cup, before losing to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Despite the loss, there is plenty for the Rockets to build upon going forward, but as the NBA trade deadline […]

The cursed, injury-plagued New Orleans Pelicans are running out of time and options this season and it’s not yet Christmas. Dozens of games missed by Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, Dejounte Murray, CJ McCollum, and Trey Murphy III have taken a toll. Fans are in a frenzy and other front offices are calling to ask which […]

Malika Andrews has been critiqued about how she chooses to cover Black athletes over the years. Andrews who is a host on ESPN NBA Countdown and NBA Today sat down with Sacramento Kings star DeMar DeRozan on his new show Dinners with DeMar, where they discussed the rumors online that she had a bias to […]

DALLAS — Klay Thompson is a fan of Luka Doncic. Thompson, one of the greatest shooters in NBA history, appreciates playing alongside an elite passer such as Doncic. The former Golden State Warriors star made his feelings on Doncic’s passing ability clear while speaking to reporters after practice on Wednesday. Klay Thompson on Luka Doncic: […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are fielding calls for practically everyone on the roster according to several reports. Fans can rest easy knowing Herb Jones, Yves Missi, and Trey Murphy III are seemingly safe. Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, Dejounte Murray, and CJ McCollum could be on the move if the price is right. That exception is […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Anthony Davis is no stranger to the NBA All-Star Game, as he’s been selected nine times. That’s why the former champion’s criticism of the contest’s new format should raise eyebrows in the hoops world. Davis was transparent about his distaste for it, via FOX Sports’ Melissa Rohlin. “I don’t really like […]

The Atlanta Hawks have been playing better basketball since the start of the season, and have moved up in the Eastern Conference standings. The Hawks recently made it to the elimination round of the NBA Cup, where they ended up falling to the eventual champion Milwaukee Bucks. The Hawks resume regular season play this week, […]

Action in the NBA resumes this Thursday with a lot of games scheduled, including the Los Angeles Lakers’ date with the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. However, Los Angeles stars Anthony Davis and LeBron James are both carrying uncertain labels for that contest according to the team’s latest status report on Wednesday. On it, […]

DALLAS — Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving both did not practice on Tuesday, however, Irving returned to practice on Wednesday. Doncic, though, remained out, Mavs head coach Jason Kidd told reporters Wednesday. Irving was dealing with a shoulder concern but it appears likely that he will play given his practice status on Wednesday. Doncic’s status […]

Celebrating and showboating after a nice play have always been a big part of the NBA, and Jordan Poole is especially known for that. However, famed TV personality Stephen A. Smith doesn’t think the Washington Wizards guard has earned the right. Poole won’t stop being himself, though. I asked Jordan Poole how he felt about Stephen […]

The Denver Nuggets, just two years removed from winning an NBA championship, find themselves at a bit of a crossroads. Sitting at a 12-10 record and in seventh place in the Western Conference, the Nuggets are showing glimpses that they’re heading in the wrong direction. It seems Nikola Jokic is the only player consistently performing […]

Charles Barkley has cast doubt on whether he’ll remain with Inside the NBA when the show shifts to ESPN next season. Speaking on The Dan Patrick Show on Wednesday, Barkley shared that he’s exploring other opportunities, including possible roles with NBC or Amazon. “I haven’t decided yet. I’m listening to NBC, Amazon. I want to […]

For some players, such as Dallas Mavericks veteran guard Spencer Dinwiddie, the business side of the NBA can be cruel when it comes time for a new contract. Dinwiddie revealed how clear the Mavericks organization was regarding his role in 2024-25, which made rejoining Dallas an easy decision. After his experience with the Brooklyn Nets, it’s […]

The Golden State Warriors looked like they could be NBA title contenders when they started the season, but have been in a freefall over their past ten games. They had been battling with the Memphis Grizzlies at the top of the Western Conference standings at the beginning of the season, but the Grizzlies were the […]

Darvin Ham, now an assistant coach for the Milwaukee Bucks, reflected on his tenure as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, offering pointed criticism of the circumstances surrounding his firing. Speaking with Marc J. Spears of Andscape following the Bucks’ decisive 97-81 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup Finals on […]

While Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd was prepping his Mavericks to take on the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday, he commented on the NBA’s new All-Star Game format for 2025. While Kidd understands the NBA’s desire to make the All-Star Game more competitive, he hopes the new format achieves that in its latest effort […]

Playing in the NBA is a dream for many aspiring ballers. But while only a handful get to play in the NBA, surprisingly, there are players that don’t want to be in the league even if they’re good enough to be in it. Here is a look at Evan Fournier and nine other ballers who […]

The Houston Rockets have started turning things around after a couple of lean years, while the New Orleans Pelicans are regressing to that position. The Rockets were at the bottom of the standings over the past few seasons, but that is where the Pelicans now find themselves. The Rockets are third in the Western Conference […]

It’s rare to see a new colorway of any retro Air Jordan silhouette outperform the original colorways worn by Michael Jordan for the Chicago Bulls. However, once in every blue moon, a colorway comes along and captivates sneakerheads with its innovative color scheme and wearability in the streets. For the first time since 2013, we’ll […]

Damian Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks celebrated their 97-81 NBA Cup final victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Las Vegas. Then, he inked the deal of a lifetime, joining a rare company that included the likes of Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant, among others. Lillard signed a lifetime partnership with his shoe brand Adidas, […]

There is no doubt that there has been an ongoing odyssey involving the trade rumors surrounding Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler that started in the current time by a report from Shams Charania of ESPN. Consequently, what transpired was Butler’s agent calling out Charania for his reporting being baseless, which garnered the ESPN insider to […]

While the Oklahoma City Thunder (20-5) remain atop the Western Conference, could their 97-81 NBA Cup final loss to the Milwaukee Bucks signal a potential trade down the road? Amid All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams’ offensive struggles, the Thunder’s offense went ice-cold against the Bucks. Could trading for another scorer be the final piece […]