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MIAMI – With the Miami Heat taking on the Utah Jazz on Monday night, which is the final home game until after the All-Star break, the dominant win over the Washington Wizards on Sunday, 132-101, displayed something fans have been clamoring for. Besides the game showcasing Heat’s Bam Adebayo posterizing Kel’el Ware, it’s them being […]

About two weeks before the NBA trade deadline, LA Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue said the team expected to have a relatively quiet trade deadline. Fast forward to Thursday’s deadline, and both James Harden and Ivica Zubac have been traded from the franchise. The Clippers traded James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers the Tuesday before […]

The Phoenix Suns have been one of the surprises of the NBA season thus far, sitting in solid postseason position after many expected this to be a rebuilding year. The rationale for that expectation was the team’s trade of Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets this past summer, ending a disastrous 2.5-year run that amounted […]

Upon the exciting news of Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum resuming 5-on-5 work amid recovery, the six-time All-Star will be practicing with the Maine Celtics, Boston’s G League team, in his next step to return from an Achilles injury. The team announced Tatum’s stint in Maine, per the Celtics’ X, formerly Twitter. “Jayson Tatum will be […]

The Indiana Pacers received bad news regarding Johnny Furphy’s right ACL injury following an MRI on Monday. Furphy reportedly suffered a right ACL injury, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Sotto. “Indiana Pacers swingman Johnny Furphy underwent an MRI today, which confirmed he has a torn right ACL,” HoopsHype reported. “Furphy, a key contributor who the organization […]

In 2023, Mark Cuban sold his majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks to Patrick Dumont. Since then, the Mavericks have been to the NBA Finals, but following that, there has been a lot of shakeup in the organization. In an attempt to get the franchise back in order, there is an investor group looking to […]

The Memphis Grizzlies had a surprising NBA trade deadline, signaling they are close to hitting the reset button as they shipped Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Utah Jazz. In the aftermath of the deadline, the Grizzlies waived veterans Eric Gordon and Georges Niang, opening up one roster spot. The Grizzlies temporarily filled their 15th roster […]

For as long as Tyronn Lue has been head coach of the LA Clippers, he’s been able to rely on center Ivica Zubac and his availability to hold down the for his team. After the 2026 NBA trade deadline, Zubac is no longer a member of the Clippers, signaling a transition for the franchise. The […]

This year’s MVP race has been very intriguing because of how injuries have dictated the rankings. Health always plays a big factor in determining every award and the eventual NBA champion, but it seems like when one MVP candidate gets off the injury list this season, another one is added. That is exactly what has […]

Oklahoma City Thunder veteran Alex Caruso is excited for Jalen Williams’ return after missing the previous 10 games. The shorthanded Thunder, playing without All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for the third consecutive game, will look to avoid a three-game skid when they face the Los Angeles Lakers on the road. At the team’s morning shootaround, Caruso talked […]

The LA Clippers made a couple of surprising moves at the NBA trade deadline, first sending star guard James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a trade for Darius Garland. The second move might’ve been even more surprising, with the Clippers trading Ivica Zubac to the Indiana Pacers for Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, and a […]

The Miami Heat host the Utah Jazz on Monday night, with both Bam Adebayo and Norman Powell on the injury report. Adebayo is probably while Powell is questionable. Adebayo had been dealing with a hip injury while Powell has back tightness. Here is everything we know about Bam Adebayo and Norman Powell’s injury status going […]

One of the biggest talking points in the NBA in recent seasons has been the league’s tanking problem, with teams intentionally losing games in order to improve their draft lottery odds. With a talented 2026 class coming up, many teams have already kick-started those efforts, with the Utah Jazz shamelessly pulling their starters to help […]

Coming out of UCLA, Lonzo Ball was one of the most hyped NBA Draft prospects in recent memory. He was a highlight waiting to happen in high school at Chino Hills, which led to him becoming an amateur basketball sensation. Ball would go on to become the number two pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. […]

The Utah Jazz’s trade for Jaren Jackson Jr. surprised many fans for a team with a fringe All-Star in Lauri Markkanen, and the third-worst record in the Western Conference. Still, the Jazz reportedly hope to land one of the better odds for the number one pick in this year’s draft. However, as one NBA executive […]

With the NBA trade deadline over, teams are still trying to find ways to improve their team. Following the deadline, there is always a few players that may get waived throughout the process, and teams line up to sign them to their team. This year, one of those players was Lonzo Ball, who was traded […]

The LA Clippers seemingly decided to blow it up at the NBA trade deadline, opting for young players and draft picks over established veteran stars. James Harden and Ivica Zubac were jettisoned with Darius Garland, Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson and two first-round picks in their place. And supposedly, rival teams tried to pry away the […]

The Washington Wizards recently made a splash by acquiring Anthony Davis from the Dallas Mavericks at the NBA trade deadline. The move gives Washington two All-Star caliber players to build around in Davis and Trae Young, whom the team acquired from the Atlanta Hawks a month ago. Recently, it was announced that Davis would likely […]

The Atlanta Hawks will be facing off against the Minnesota Timberwolves to start the week, and it looks like they could be without some key players during the matchup. Dyson Daniels was listed on the injury report with right ankle inflammation a day before the game, but there has been a new player added. Jalen […]

The company that Stephon Castle now keeps in NBA history following a 40 point, 12 rebound and 12 assist performance is ridiculous. And it’s not lost on the young San Antonio Spurs star. “Having a game like this is definitely a dream come true.” "Having a game like this is definitely a dream come true…" […]

Recently, the Golden State Warriors shook things up by trading Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for big man Kristaps Porzingis. The move officially ended the bizarre Kuminga saga in Golden State and gave the Warriors a stretch big who, when healthy, figures to check a lot of boxes for […]

Former Brooklyn Nets forward Cam Thomas is eager to begin a new chapter in his career with the Milwaukee Bucks. Thomas signed with the Bucks upon being waived by the Nets last week. For Thomas, joining the Bucks is a tremendous opportunity, and one he won’t take for granted, he said, as he feels embraced […]

James Harden was the talk of the town before he made his Cleveland Cavaliers debut against the Sacramento Kings. Alongside Donovan Mitchell, the 36-year-old was as advertised, detonating in the fourth quarter to help guide his new team to a 132-126 victory on Saturday. But, for as stellar as that was, despite a desire for […]

NBA insiders have recently discussed a trade proposal between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Chicago Bulls that focuses on long-term backcourt stability. Instead of pursuing Coby White, the suggested deal centers on bringing Tre Jones to Minnesota to provide reliable ball protection and defensive production alongside Anthony Edwards. To acquire this veteran presence, the Wolves […]

After missing 10 consecutive games due to a right hamstring strain, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams makes his return in Monday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. Amidst a slew of injuries to key players, including All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the shorthanded Thunder have lost five of their last 10 games. Having Williams, one of […]

The 2026 NBA trade deadline has come and gone, and 27 of the 30 NBA teams made a deal before it ended. It was one of the busiest deadlines ever, as tons of stars, role players, and draft capital were moved from team to team. Big names such as Jaren Jackson Jr., James Harden, and […]

The Los Angeles Lakers came out of the NBA trade deadline making only one deal, a swap with the Atlanta Hawks for Luke Kennard in exchange for Gabe Vincent. With one open roster spot, the Lakers signed Kobe Bufkin to a two-year contact on Saturday, ensuring the former first-round pick and G League standout stays […]

With the NBA trade deadline behind us and no team having more than 32 games left on its schedule, we are officially entering the part of the regular-season schedule where teams either prove their championship worth or show their flaws. That is why it’s very important to assess the current state of all 30 teams […]

Recently, the Philadelphia 76ers got some tough news when it was announced that Paul George was suspended for 25 games for violating the league’s substance policy. Despite that, the team has been playing well of late, recently picking up a nice road win over the Phoenix Suns. In the wake of George’s suspension, some players […]

The Philadelphia 76ers visit the Portland Blazers on Monday night. Joel Embiid is on the injury report alongside All-Star Deni Avdija, with both players listed as questionable. Embiid is dealing with a right knee injury, while Avdija has a low back strain. Here’s everything we know about Joel Embiid and Deni Avdija’s injury and their […]

Recently, the Washington Wizards shook things up by trading for Dallas Mavericks big man Anthony Davis. A lesser talked-about part of the trade was point guard D’Angelo Russell, who was also sent to the nation’s capital in the deal. However, recent reporting suggests that Russell might not be in DC for long. “We’ll try to […]

Pat Connaughton has scored zero points in 12 total minutes during the Charlotte Hornets’ nine-game winning streak, but the franchise appreciates the veteran guidance and energetic presence he brings to the locker room. Just five days after waiving him, the hottest team in the NBA is re-signing the 33-year-old wing, per ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett […]

The Detroit Pistons have been the best team in the Eastern Conference this season, and every player in the rotation has pitched in to some extent for their success. One of those players is Daniss Jenkins, who has played several roles this season for the Pistons, as he’s started at times and also come off […]

The Denver Nuggets host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday amid injury concerns, as both Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray appear on the team’s injury report. Denver is coming off a 136-120 road win over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday that ended a three-game losing streak, but health remains a concern as the All-Star break approaches. […]

As the Timberwolves are going through a terribly frustrating rough patch, with the last two losses raising questions about the team’s effort, it has led to some interesting comments from Rudy Gobert. With the Timberwolves looking to excel after the trade deadline, Gobert would publicly question the accountability given to the team, which some could […]

Cam Thomas has found a new home. Following his surprise release from the Brooklyn Nets, Thomas agreed to a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks. The fifth-year guard pointed to the Bucks’ previous interest in him when outlining the motivation behind his signing. “I picked Milwaukee because they wanted me and they told me they’ve been […]

LOS ANGELES – After last season’s disappointing playoff flameout in the opening round of the NBA playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves, it was widely agreed that the Los Angeles Lakers needed a major upgrade at the center position. However, this season center might actually be a position of strength for the Lakers, and Jaxson Hayes […]

With the Orlando Magic blowing out the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday and obtaining a victory on Saturday over the Utah Jazz, the team is on a two-game winning streak, with the team looking to keep it going on Monday against the Milwaukee Bucks. However, the Magic still deal with the injury absence of Franz Wagner […]

Update: Stephen Curry will not play for the Golden State Warriors against the Memphis Grizzlies, according to ClutchPoints’ Kenzo Fukuda. The Memphis Grizzlies visit the Golden State Warriors on Monday night. Stephen Curry is on the injury report, listed as out. Curry has been dealing with right patellofemoral pain syndrome, which has forced him to […]