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On Saturday evening, the Golden State Warriors got back into the win column with a comfortable home victory against the Utah Jazz. It wasn’t necessarily a dominant performance, but Golden State did what it needed to do in order to earn a 123-114 victory over the Jazz in Stephen Curry’s return to the lineup after […]

On Sunday, the Sacramento Kings will hit the floor at home to take on the Milwaukee Bucks, with both teams looking to turn around their lackluster seasons. Giannis Antetokounmpo is on the injury report for the Bucks, currently listed as probable for this game due to right calf injury management, while Zach LaVine is on […]

On Sunday night, the Memphis Grizzlies will hit the road to take on the Los Angeles Lakers in a rematch of Friday night’s game between the two teams. Ja Morant is on the injury report for the Grizzlies, currently listed as questionable with a right calf contusion. Here’s everything we know about Morant’s injury and […]

The Chicago Bulls have been up and down this season, but one thing that is sure: teams keep trying to score on them late in games. Last week, Giannis Antetokounmpo pulled out a windmill dunk in the final seconds when the game was already decided, and the Bulls were not happy with that. Fast forward […]

The Charlotte Hornets and LaMelo Ball may not be having the best season thus far, with them being perched 12th in the easier Eastern Conference with a 12-23 record. Ball himself has missed multiple games with most notably an ankle injury, but now looks close to his best. Ball produced 17 points, seven assists and […]

On Saturday evening, the Portland Trail Blazers picked up a surprising road win over the San Antonio Spurs to push their record to 16-20 on the 2025-26 NBA season. It was an epic game from Deni Avdija, who recorded a triple double of 29 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists on his 25th birthday. After […]

Joel Embiid finally threw down his first dunk of the 2025-26 NBA season during the Philadelphia 76ers’ 130-119 win over the New York Knicks on Saturday at Madison Square Garden. Embiid’s dunk came late in the game. It led to a playful celebration from the 31-year-old. With the outcome already decided, Embiid leaked out in […]

SAN FRANCISCO – Nights like these are just a part of the Draymond Green tax. The Golden State Warriors forward was tossed in the second quarter of their 123-114 win over the Utah Jazz. Green picked up back-to-back technical fouls in quick succession after arguing with the officials about what appeared to be an uncalled […]

Jaylen Brown went off for a 50-point performance during the Boston Celtics’ matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday night. Brown has taken a massive leap throughout his 10th season in the NBA with the Celtics. He has become fully comfortable as Boston’s top option with Jayson Tatum rehabbing his Achilles, cementing himself in […]

Deni Avdija came through with clutch shots during the Portland Trail Blazers’ matchup against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night. Avdija is going through his sixth season in the NBA, his second with the Blazers. He has bloomed into one of the league’s best stars, standing out as Portland’s top scorer while having the […]

Ayo Dosunmu nailed a ridiculous half-court shot during the Chicago Bulls’ matchup against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night. Dosunmu is going through his fifth season in the NBA, all with the Bulls. He remains productive as one of the team’s reliable two-way players, standing out as a defensive playmaker. Dosunmu put together an astounding […]

Kevin Durant sent Anthony Davis to crossover school during one of his highlights in the Houston Rockets’ matchup against the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night. Durant is going through his 19th year in the NBA, his first with the Rockets. It has been a successful start to the 2025-26 campaign for him and the Rockets, […]

SAN FRANCISCO, CA– Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was ejected late in the second quarter of the Dubs’ Saturday night affair with the Utah Jazz, picking up back-to-back technical fouls after arguing with the officials about a no-call. Green had Jazz big man Kyle Fillipowski walled off under the basket and appeared to be […]

On Saturday night, the Houston Rockets faced a setback when All-Star center Alperen Sengun exited just 64 seconds into their 110-104 road loss to the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Sengun landed awkwardly while contesting a rebound, rolling his right ankle and immediately limping to the bench. Houston subsequently ruled him out for […]

The Houston Rockets on Saturday signed guard Tristen Newton to a two-way contract. The team waived two-way forward Tyler Smith to create an opening. Newton, 24, becomes one of three players on Houston’s two-way deals alongside JD Davison and Isaiah Crawford. The Indiana Pacers selected 6-foot-5, 202-pound guard Newton with the No. 49 overall pick […]

LOS ANGELES – Since Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura have been sidelined due to injury, Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia have taken their place in the starting lineup for the Los Angeles Lakers, for the time being. The Lakers are 1-1 across the past two games with the duo running with the starters, and during […]

It’s stating the obvious that the Cleveland Cavaliers have been better as of late due to improved health, but few consider the importance of this on an individual level. Athletes are creatures of habit, and when those routines are altered or interrupted because of injuries or roster moves, it throws things off. In basketball, that […]

Chris Finch explained why it was necessary for the Minnesota Timberwolves to beat the Miami Heat on Saturday night. Finch is going through his sixth season as a head coach in the NBA, all with the Timberwolves. He looks to keep the squad competitive as a serious playoff contender after reaching the West Finals for […]

DALLAS — Dallas Mavericks forward PJ Washington exited Saturday night’s game against the Houston Rockets with an apparent injury. During the second quarter, the Mavs confirmed that Washington suffered a right ankle sprain and said he will not return to the game. Washington has dealt with injury concerns this season. The Mavs are obviously hopeful […]

MIAMI – After the Miami Heat upset the Detroit Pistons on Thursday, the team had been on a four-game winning streak until they came back down to Earth after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night, 125-115. In a frustrating night that included Heat star and Sixth Man of the Year candidate Jaime Jaquez […]

VJ Edgecombe showed off how relentless his motor can be during the Philadelphia 76ers’ matchup against the New York Knicks on Saturday night. Edgecombe has made incredible progress throughout his rookie campaign in the NBA. He has secured a full-time starting role thanks to his productive efforts on both sides of the ball, forming a […]

Jason Kidd has endured his share of ups and downs as the Dallas Mavericks head coach, but one recent decision he made could help the Mavs in a pivotal manner ahead of the NBA trade deadline. Kidd made the move to have Klay Thompson come off the bench earlier in the season. Not only has […]

It appears San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama may return to action shortly after suffering an injury on New Year’s Eve. In the usual pregame press conference before the team’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers, Mitch Johnson said his All-Star center is “looking really good” and that “it’s going well” in talking about his […]

PHOENIX– Competition can bring the best out of someone on the basketball court– just ask Phoenix Suns second-year center Oso Ighodaro. The even-keeled, calm demeanor the big man has shown why he’s been a major advantage to this roster. Earlier in the season, Ighodaro posted a +52 net rating in the Suns’ drubbing of the […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Washington Wizards keep winning, but Friday’s 119-99 victory over the Brooklyn Nets might have been their easiest of the season thus far. While veteran forward Justin Champagnie scored a season-high and team-high 20 points (9-12 FG, 2-3 3-point) to go with seven rebounds, one steal, and one block over 25 minutes […]

San Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper came within two points of tying his NBA career high in a 123-113 victory over the Indiana Pacers. It marked the third time in less than four weeks that the former Rutgers star scored at least 22 points. Maybe, more notably though, for one of the few times this […]

After Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick called out an anonymous player for one not knowing the defense, he’s seeing a lack of focus amidst a struggling offense. The Lakers have dropped four of their last six games, but will look to build on a 128-121 win against the Memphis Grizzlies in their rematch […]

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat displaying progress currently after Thursday’s win over the Detroit Pistons to make it four straight wins, the team looks to keep it going, led by captain Bam Adebayo. As the Heat star in Adebayo continues to make history for the franchise, the start of the team’s back-to-back on Saturday […]

The Miami Heat are taking on the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday with the hopes of advancing to a 20-15 record. Early on in the contest, Bam Adebayo gave the Miami crowd a show after putting Rudy Gobert in the blender before hitting an impressive three-pointer. Adebayo had the ball on the left corner with Gobert […]

As the Denver Nuggets continue life without Nikola Jokic for a month ahead of facing the Brooklyn Nets, the status of starting forward Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun’s injury has been upgraded. Jamal Murray is considered probable, while Gordon is dealing with a right hamstring. Braun is recovering from a left ankle sprain. The Nuggets upgraded Gordon […]

The Orlando Magic announced an unfortunate injury update for guard Jalen Suggs as the team prepares to return home to host the Indiana Pacers on Sunday afternoon. According to ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel, Suggs underwent an MRI that revealed a right knee Grade 1 MCL contusion. The injury occurred during Friday night’s road loss […]

After a 131-94 win against the Golden State Warriors, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams was in-depth about his return from two wrist surgeries and how head coach Mark Daigneault consistently challenges his team. The Thunder reached its 30th win in 35 tries on Friday, matching last season’s 30-5 record, as Oklahoma City continues its […]

Update: Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler will play for the Golden State Warriors against the Utah Jazz, according to ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel. The Golden State Warriors could again be shorthanded Saturday night as they close out a back-to-back against the Utah Jazz. Golden State (18–17) listed Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler III, and Jonathan Kuminga as […]

After headlining the Brooklyn Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. topped an extended injury report ahead of facing the Washington Wizards, his status has been upgraded for Saturday’s matchup against the Denver Nuggets. He will most likely face his former team. Porter Jr. is listed as probable on the Nets’ injury report, according to ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel. […]

The Denver Nuggets fell 108-113 to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night. Despite the loss, point guard Jamal Murray found some reasons for optimism despite the disappointing result for the undermanned Nuggets. Denver entered the fourth quarter with a solid 97-88 lead before being outscored 25-11 down the stretch. However, Murray emphasized the growth happening […]

NEW YORK – The New Year is often celebrated as an opportunity for new beginnings. The New York Knicks did not take their chance to turn a defensive page, beginning 2026 with a 111-99 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday. Despite shooting just 9-of-42 from 3-point range, New York pulled within single digits late […]

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat have been trending upwards after upsetting the Detroit Pistons on Thursday, it’s the result of an immense collective effort from the starting lineup to the bench unit, with the latter led by Jaime Jaquez Jr. in his third year. While Jaquez has been labeled a “great example” for the […]

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren reacted to winning Defensive Player of the Month after beating the Golden State Warriors 131-94 on Friday. Holmgren closed out 2025 with 12 blocks across three Thunder victories, as the defending champion extended its winning streak to four games. During Holmgren’s postgame media availability, he addressed what individual accolades […]

Victor Wembanyama sustained a hyperextended knee injury in the San Antonio Spurs’ 134-132 win over the New York Knicks on New Year’s Eve. He was forced to miss the following contest against the Indiana Pacers, as he was being evaluated by doctors. Now, it appears he’ll be missing his second straight game when the team […]