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The Detroit Pistons are having a solid season, as they’re 21-19 and eighth in the Eastern Conference. The Pistons, led by Cade Cunningham, could be active at the trade deadline to add core pieces for the future. Detroit has improved mightily from the 2023-24 season, as J.B. Bickerstaff has maximized their talent. Under Monty Williams […]

NEW ORLEANS — Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford scored his 27th point of the team’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans in the fourth quarter on Wednesday night, setting a new career-high for his most points scored in a game. Gafford’s previous career-high was 26, something he accomplished in 2023, per StatMuse. However, the Pelicans […]

Phoenix Suns shooting guard Bradley Beal echoes one phrase before every media availability, press conference, or any opportunity to speak with reporters. “Praise my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.” However, the phrase is not simply one to look flashy or to be in touch with an audience. However, his faith is a lifestyle and is one […]

The severely undermanned Philadelphia 76ers (15-24) concluded a tough back-to-back with a matchup against the New York Knicks (27-15). The Sixers shook off a bad first half to force overtime but lost, 125-119. The current injury saga around Joel Embiid is only the latest of several from just this season. His left foot sprain has […]

Bennedict Mathurin made some waves last night when, after a foul call against him as he bumped Evan Mobley from behind on a layup attempt during the Indiana Pacers’ 127-117 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, he lost his cool. Mathurin went scorched earth on official Natalie Sago, yelling out expletives against her and then bumping […]

In an era where “load management” has become a buzzword in the NBA, Mikal Bridges continues to defy the trend with his remarkable durability. On Wednesday night, the New York Knicks forward achieved an extraordinary milestone by playing in his 555th consecutive regular-season game, maintaining his record of never missing a game in his NBA […]

The Boston Celtics have already climbed the mountaintop of the NBA. Keeping the Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown duo has paid dividends, and they have assembled quite the deep ensemble cast, with Kristaps Porzingis, Derrick White, Jrue Holiday, and Al Horford all being battle-tested perfect pieces that have all combined to complete the Celtics’ championship […]

Jamal Murray has had a bit of a slow start to the 2024-25 season, and the national media has started to take notice. Not only have they taken notice, but some have even ‘called out’ the Denver Nuggets point guard. Speaking during the TNT pregame show before the Nuggest 118-99 win over the Dallas Mavericks, […]

With the 2024-25 NBA season approaching its halfway point, certain members of the New York Knicks are on pace to make history the team does not want under head coach Tom Thibodeau. Four members of the Knicks’ starting lineup are top five in the NBA in total minutes played this season. The four Knicks players […]

NEW ORLEANS — The Dallas Mavericks are set to go head-to-head with the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night. However, they will be playing without Kyrie Irving, who was ruled out due to a lumbar back sprain. Irving, however, initially returned from the injury on Tuesday in the Mavs’ 118-99 loss against the Denver Nuggets. […]

A woman accused former UFC superstar Conor McGregor of sexual assault after Game 4 of the 2023 NBA Finals, but the Florida State Attorney’s Office didn’t press charges at the time. However, the 49-year-old plaintiff filed a lawsuit Tuesday reaffirming those allegations, via ESPN’s Michael Rothstein. “After a thorough investigation at the time, the State’s […]

As soon as the winning high tide hits, another injury takes place, this time to Phoenix Suns shooting guard Bradley Beal. He’s been labeled as doubtful for Thursday’s game against the Washington Wizards with a left ankle sprain. If he misses the contest, it will be his 11th absence of the season. Injuries have bitten […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are on one of their many downswings at the moment, but they are still 20-17 and solidly in seventh place in the Western Conference as the season nears its halfway point. The Lakers have lost three games in a row now after a stretch of great play put them well above […]

Although Kyle Kuzma’s name is circulating in trade rumors as the Feb. 6 deadline approaches, the former NBA champion still mentors the Washington Wizards’ youngsters. After Wednesday’s practice, rookie guard Bub Carrington shared a recent piece of advice that Kuzma gave him. Bub Carrington shares advice that Kyle Kuzma gave him recently: “Kuz told me […]

Sure, the learning-as-they-go Memphis Grizzlies were disappointed after another loss (120-118) to the Houston Rockets. The locker room was also very upbeat knowing there is still time to figure things out. They were not wasting time though. Ja Morant, Scotty Pippen Jr., and Brandon Clarke were still gathered around Jaren Jackson Jr.’s locker an hour […]

The New York Knicks will travel down I-95 to face the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday at Wells Fargo Center. Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson are both on the injury report. Towns has a sprained right thumb, and Brunson is dealing with right shoulder soreness. Here’s everything we know about both players’ injuries and playing statuses […]

The Dallas Mavericks are set to play the New Orleans Pelicans on the road in the second of a back-to-back on Wednesday night. They were defeated 118-99 by the Denver Nuggets at home on Tuesday night. Although it was a difficult defeat, it was encouraging to see Kyrie Irving make his return from injury. So […]

The Charlotte Hornets are trading center Nick Richards and a second-round pick for the Phoenix Suns’ Josh Okogie and three second-round picks, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. As a starter, Richards is averaging 11.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in nine starts. While Okogie comes into Charlotte and can provide more depth at […]

As soon as the Phoenix Suns swapped Josh Okogie for Nick Richards with the Charlotte Hornets, Shams Charania took to X and explained how the new Phoenix big man fits in with his team. “Suns land much-needed help at center with Richards, who’s averaged 11.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in nine starts this […]

Amid the Golden State Warriors’ trying 2024-25 campaign, former Michael Jordan teammate BJ Armstrong entered the conversation of what’s next for the NBA’s most recent dynasty. The Warriors are currently outside the playoff picture in the Western Conference. While head coach Steve Kerr is confident Stephen Curry wouldn’t demand a trade, Bulls champion Armstrong reminds […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Paycom Center. It will be a possible NBA Finals preview as we share our NBA odds series and make a Cavaliers-Thunder prediction and pick. The Thunder lead the head-to-head series 71-53. Recently, the Cavs edged out the Thunder 129-122 last week. The Thunder and […]

As the drama continues with the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler, everybody else on the team still has a season in front of them to worry about as emphasized by Bam Adebayo. While the Heat star’s playing status is up in the air for Wednesday night, he spoke to Marc J. Spears of AndScape. Now […]

ESPN’s NBA Front Office Insider, Bobby Marks, said that the Memphis Grizzlies should consider trading for Jimmy Butler. Marks appeared on The Ryen Russillo Podcast on Wednesday, where he made the case from the Grizzlies’ perspective. “If I’m a team like Memphis and I’m trading some expiring or Marcus Smart or Brandon Clarke and I […]

Mark Daigneault’s net worth in 2025 is $3 million. The career-long Oklahoma City Thunder coach is looking to continue in Oklahoma City for a long time. Here is a look at Mark Daigneault’s net worth in 2025. What is Mark Daigneault’s net worth in 2025?: $3 million (estimate) Daigneault hasn’t had the same amount of […]

Finding ways to incorporate new faces into any team or organization is a challenge. New situations can be daunting in any industry. Thankfully, Ja Morant’s “funky” Memphis Grizzlies have a leadership structure in place that has boosted rookies Zach Edey and Jaylen Wells over the first 40 games. Taylor Jenkins has created a culture where […]

The Phoenix Suns are trading Josh Okogie and three second-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets for coveted big man Nick Richards and a second-round pick, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The Hornets are sending Nick Richards and one 2nd round pick to the Suns for Josh Okogie and three 2nd round picks, per @ShamsCharania […]

The NBA and NFL Christmas Day battle was notably documented by Los Angeles Lakers forward, LeBron James. The latter has always supported both leagues whenever he can. However, the NFL has gotten the better of the NBA around the holidays, and specifically Christmas. After an influx of viewership, James claimed that the NBA still rules […]

The New York Knicks are back to their up-and-down ways. After capping their first three-game losing streak this season with an embarrassing 26-point loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Knicks stormed back to beat the Milwaukee Bucks by 34 points. Much of the Knicks’ inconsistencies have to do with a lack of depth and the […]

Chris Finch’s net worth in 2025 is $5 million. The former NCAA Division III player plied his trade in Europe before jumping to North America to become head coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves. Here is a look at Chris Finch’s net worth in 2025. What is Chris Finch’s net worth in 2025?: $5 million (estimate) […]

When Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe went through a brief slump, All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander knew the turnaround was inevitable. Gilgeous-Alexander said Joe was ‘too good’ to stay in a slump for long after scoring a season-high 31 points in a 126-101 victory against the New York Knicks. Shai discussed Isaiah’s emergence after the Thunder […]

After a disappointing 109-98 defeat to the Los Angeles Clippers, Miami Heat forward Kevin Love managed to lighten the mood with a sharp dose of humor. On Tuesday morning, Love shared a post on Instagram that left fans and NBA peers buzzing. The veteran forward referenced the Heat’s lackluster third quarter, where they were outscored […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves openly acknowledged his role in the team’s struggles during their current three-game losing streak, particularly their defensive issues. Speaking to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin ahead of Wednesday night’s matchup against the Miami Heat, Reaves did not hold back in assessing his recent performances. “It starts with me. I’ve been s—ty […]

The Brooklyn Nets will be without two top offensive players on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Clippers. Cam Johnson and Ben Simmons were ruled out for the road matchup. Johnson is managing a right ankle sprain, while Simmons will rest as part of a load management plan on the second night of a back-to-back. Johnson […]

The New Orleans Pelicans will be facing the Dallas Mavericks, but they’ll be without a few key players for the matchup. One of those players is Zion Williamson, who is on the injury report for return to play reconditioning. Williamson has just returned to the court after dealing with a hamstring injury, and the Pelicans […]

After Jalen Williams and the Oklahoma City Thunder withstood a 38-29 third quarter from the Philadelphia 76ers that sliced their lead to six points (87-81), they fended off their opponent in the final frame. The Thunder kept the 76ers at bay in the final frame, outscoring them 31-21 to secure a 118-102 win. However, against […]

The NBA trade deadline is one of the busiest and most anticipated days of the year in the basketball world. The Dec. 15 trade restriction date is long past, and now players who were ineligible to be traded until Jan. 15 can be moved, too. That means trade rumors and deals actually being agreed to […]

The Atlanta Hawks got a big win against the Phoenix Suns last night defeating them 122-117 and Trae Young scoring 43 points. On the second night of the back-t0-back, they had to go to Chicago to face the Bulls, and they’ll be down seven players for the game. Young, Jalen Johnson, De’Andre Hunter, Zaccharie Risacher, […]

Perhaps the only experience more humbling than hitting the NBA’s rookie wall for a first-round draft pick is heading to the airport for a G-League stint. Reed Sheppard has taken the bumps, bruises, and some occasional turbulence in stride this season while channeling a bit of Spongebob into daily life. ClutchPoints caught up with Sheppard […]

As the Miami Heat and forward Jimmy Butler’s drama unfolds, its outcome could have substantial implications for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Amid a seven-game suspension, Butler reiterated his trade demand to the Heat. Team president Pat Riley reportedly dismissed a meeting with Butler at the end of last season when their relationship turned sour. However, if […]