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For most franchises, ongoing star drama signals disaster. That’s certainly true for the Memphis Grizzlies. On the flip side, the growing tension around Ja Morant may present a rare opportunity to reset the organization on its own terms. As the February 5 trade deadline approaches, Memphis finds itself caught between salvaging a fractured partnership or […]

The wait is finally over. For years, the narrative surrounding Jamal Murray was that he was the “best player in the NBA to never make an All-Star team.” That changed Sunday when the league officially named the Denver Nuggets guard a Western Conference reserve for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game in Inglewood. When Jamal Murray […]

The Los Angeles Clippers have seen a resurgence following their rough start to the 2025-26 regular season, and that’s been thanks in large part to Kawhi Leonard. Since their 6-21 start through the middle of December, the Clipper have gone 16-4 to climb all the way back to 22-25 on the season. The wins have […]

The Detroit Pistons made incredible franchise history with their blowout win over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday evening. Detroit has been enjoying a spectacular campaign throughout the 2025-26 NBA season. After having the worst record in the league in 2024, they rebounded as the most improved team the following year with their playoff berth. This […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has arguably the most iconic chasedown block in NBA history. On Sunday, San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama said: Hold my beer. The Spurs hosted the Orlando Magic at Frost Bank Center, and Wembanyama quickly reminded everyone—once again—that he is a nightly highlight waiting to happen. In the second […]

What was supposed to be a dream season has quickly become a franchise referendum. Few franchises live with higher stakes than the Milwaukee Bucks right now. They were once the model of stability built around Giannis Antetokounmpo. Now, the organization enters the 2026 NBA trade deadline with its identity, relevance, and future direction all under […]

The Los Angeles Lakers faced star power inside the Madison Square Garden versus the New York Knicks. Then witnessed Luka Doncic flip off Jalen Brunson. And that moment went viral — as captured by the NBA on NBC cameras after New York’s 112-100 win. Luka Doncic flipped off Jalen Brunson postgame 😅 pic.twitter.com/IUxh0MR0og — ClutchPoints […]

For many players, making it to the NBA All-Star Game is a validation of their hard work, dedication, and talent. It is a distinction not many can have, which explains why Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren looked proud after learning that he was selected as one of the reserves for next month’s starry affair in […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have spent the last several seasons branding themselves as a rising power built on swagger, youth, and internal continuity. As the 2026 NBA trade deadline approaches, though, that vision is under its most serious threat yet. Injuries, philosophical clashes, and the question of Ja Morant’s future are looming. These have turned what […]

Luka Doncic knows how to put on a show under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, and he did just that Sunday night. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar was upto his usual ‘Luka Magic’ antics. With less than four minutes remaining in the third quarter, the Lakers found themselves trailing 75-74 in a gritty […]

There are not a lot of better players than Los Angeles Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard when he’s healthy. If he is on the court, Leonard is always tough to slow down, and during one of the plays in Sunday night’s game against the Phoenix Suns on the road, “The Klaw” showed that by slicing through […]

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark was a guest analyst for the much-anticipated clash between the Los Angeles Lakers and the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. She joined NBA legends Reggie Miller and Carmelo Anthony and anchor Maria Taylor on NBC’s pregame show to match the star power of the Lakers and […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are caught between talent and fear. They now stare into the most dangerous place an NBA franchise can occupy: the middle ground between potential and reality. As the February 5 trade deadline approaches, New Orleans finds itself armed with elite talent. They are, however, boxed in by draft obligations, looming contracts, […]

The Portland Trail Blazers will have to navigate their Sunday night matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers without their brightest star. Just days after earning his first career All-Star selection, forward Deni Avdija has been ruled out due to a low back strain. NBA correspondent Marc Stein first reported the news via X, noting that the […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James was back in one of his favorite arenas in the world on Sunday, as they visited the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden for a marquee matchup. James has had iconic moments in the hallowed venue. There is truly something different, almost mystical, about competing at Madison Square […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Sacramento Kings tipped off NBA trade deadline week a few days early. On Saturday night, Cleveland landed Keon Ellis and Dennis Schroder, sending De’Andre Hunter to the Kings in a three-team deal with the Chicago Bulls. ClutchPoints did a trade grade for the move already, but what are the next steps […]

The reserves for next month’s NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles were announced on Sunday, including Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant. Meanwhile, among the first-timers is Miami Heat guard Norman Powell.  Powell has been on a tear in his maiden season with the Heat, averaging career-highs of 23.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.2 […]

Good news for Devin Booker: the Phoenix Suns’ all-time franchise scorer is a five-time All-Star. The NBA announced all reserves for the Western and Eastern conferences on Sunday, and he made the cut. While Booker has been absent with an ankle sprain, the game he’s played in, his impact is there. They have a 26-15 […]

The Detroit Pistons ended the first half against the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday with a 67-44 lead. Ausar Thompson helped Detroit earn an extra three-points after stealing the ball away from Brooklyn guard Cam Thompson and nailing a crazy half-court shot at the buzzer. Thomas tried splitting two defenders, but Thompson got his hand on […]

The league revealed which players were selected to the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday. Despite speculation that LeBron James might not be named, the Los Angeles Lakers star was given a spot for the 22nd straight time in his career. While sitting in the locker room preparing for Sunday’s game against the New York Knicks, […]

With Miami Heat star Kel’el Ware and his playing time the talk of the fanbase for what has felt like the longest, there’s no denying that his name has been thrown around in trade speculation. As the Heat have been linked to Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, the bevy of trade scenarios has included Ware, […]

In the NBA, the rebuilding process is one of the most uncomfortable stages for any franchise. Pressing the restart button means committing to a long-term build-up that’s filled with hard lessons, disappointments, and losses. As a result, winning a championship after a rebuild only makes the taste of success much sweeter. However, not all rebuilds […]

Last month, the NBA announced the starters for the upcoming 2026 All-Star game, which is set to take place in two weeks from Los Angeles. Among the most notable snubs were Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards and Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell. On Sunday night, the reserve spots for the All-Star teams were revealed on […]

On Saturday evening, the Houston Rockets held on for a narrow home victory over Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks. It was a relatively quiet game from guard Reed Sheppard, who had just six points on the evening, missing all four of his attempts from beyond the arc. Still, Sheppard has been on a heater […]

NEW YORK – All is well once again at Madison Square Garden, where the New York Knicks spent Friday night beating the Portland Trail Blazers 127-97. After a 2-9 slump that Josh Hart described as “more than a little stretch,” New York responded with a five-game win streak that LeBron James’ Los Angeles Lakers will […]

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat coming off a disappointing loss to the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night, the team was missing star Norman Powell, who was out due to “personal reasons.” As Heat star Tyler Herro will miss his 40th total game on Sunday when Miami takes on Chicago, one player who has been […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Washington Wizards’ 142-111 home loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night is old news, but Lakers superstar Luka Doncic delivered a timeless message postgame. The 26-year-old, who notched 37 points (13-21 FG, 6-13 3-point) with 11 rebounds, 13 assists, and three steals over 31 minutes, was asked what advice […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers, Sacramento Kings, and Chicago Bulls have made their three-team trade official. Dennis Schroder, Keon Ellis, and Emanuel Miller are headed to the Cavs, De’Andre Hunter is destined for Sacramento, and Dario Saric is Bulls-bound. Cleveland president of basketball operations Koby Altman made his first public comments on the deal since it was […]

The NBA trade deadline is on February 5, and rumors are running rampant around Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks. With speculation growing that Antetokounmpo could be dealt, it appears head coach Doc Rivers believes the opposite. During a guest appearance on “NBA on ESPN,” Rivers proclaimed that the 31-year-old forward/center informed the Bucks that […]

The Brooklyn Nets will be facing off against the Detroit Pistons, and they’ll be without one of their key players. Michael Porter Jr. has been ruled out, but not because of a potential trade, according to Brett Siegel of Clutch Points. “The Nets are listing Michael Porter Jr. as OUT for personal reasons for today’s […]

The San Antonio Spurs and Orlando Magic will be facing off today, but it looks like the game will be pushed back a few hours because of travel issues, according to Brett Siegel of Clutch Points. The game was originally set to start at 7 pm ET. “Tonight’s Magic-Spurs game in San Antonio will now […]

The New York Knicks have gotten back on track over the last week or so, winning five straight games after an ugly losing skid had them cascading down the Eastern Conference standings. Still, New York is well below where they thought they would be at this point of the season, causing some to wonder if […]

The Atlanta Hawks and Portland Trail Blazers have agreed to a trade just days before the February 5 deadline. It’s a move that sends center Duop Reath and some draft capital to Atlanta. Reports indicate that the Hawks are adding Reath and two future second-round picks, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The team is […]

On Sunday evening, the Denver Nuggets will hit the floor at home for a big game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on national TV. Christian Braun is on the injury report for this game, currently listed as doubtful with a left ankle sprain. Here’s everything we know about Braun’s injury and his playing status vs […]

The seventh installment of the Los Angeles Lakers’ current road trip takes them to Madison Square Garden to face the New York Knicks on Sunday night. The inconsistent Lakers are hoping to get Austin Reaves back for the game, with the star guard questionable to return from a month-long absence. Here is everything we know […]

On Sunday evening, the Portland Trail Blazers will hit the floor at home against the Cleveland Cavs. Deni Avdija is on the injury report for the Blazers, currently listed as questionable due to a low back strain. Here’s everything we know about Avdija’s injury and his playing status vs the Cavs. *Watch NBA games LIVE […]

The Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards will be facing off against each other to end the week, and both have key players on the injury report. The Kings may be the talk of the league after the trade they recently made, acquiring De’Andre Hunter from the Cleveland Cavaliers for Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis. Two […]

For the first time in two years, the Oklahoma City Thunder are reportedly active before the trade deadline. Dealing with a slew of injuries, the defending champions are in the market for a center to alleviate their shortcomings in the frontcourt. While still leading the league with the NBA’s best 38-11 record, Oklahoma City is […]

On Sunday evening, the Detroit Pistons will hit the floor at home for a game against the lowly Brooklyn Nets. Cade Cunningham is on the injury report for this game, currently listed as probable due to right hip soreness. Here’s everything we know about Cunningham’s injury and his playing status vs the Nets. Cade Cunningham’s […]