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Though he’s only been a member of the Philadelphia 76ers for about six months, coming off the board with the third-overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, it feels like VJ Edgecombe has been in the NBA for half a decade, with the ex-Baylor Bear already averaging 16.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 1.4 […]

Even after the final buzzer had sounded, the tension did not end between the Los Angeles Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center on Wednesday. The Lakers lost to the Spurs, 107-91, snapping their three-game winning streak. As both teams were exiting the floor, Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt and Spurs forward Jeremy […]

The Orlando Magic secured an overtime win Wednesday night after Paolo Banchero buried a three off-the-glass at the buzzer vs. the Brooklyn Nets, then responded forcefully to questions about the shot. Orlando closed out the victory at Barclays Center as Banchero finished with 30 points, 14 rebounds, and six assists. The win marked Orlando’s eighth […]

Maybe the NBA should add a new rule: Get out of the way when Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is barreling down the lane on a fastbreak. The Golden State Warriors learned that the hard way on Wednesday, as Antetokounmpo powered past Draymond Green for a tough bucket in the closing minutes of the second […]

It certainly feels as though the Chicago Bulls are at a crossroads at the moment. They are in a pivotal situation in their rebuild, as they have plenty of expiring contracts on the books that they could try and package together to finally get their foundational star. The Bulls have been treading water so much […]

While it was not exactly a shock, the trade of Trae Young to the Washington Wizards on Wednesday was emotional for the fans of the Atlanta Hawks. After all, Young has been with the team since 2018. Fans witnessed him grow throughout the years, helping the Hawks to multiple appearances in the playoffs, including a […]

The Brooklyn Nets suffered a painful 104-103 loss at the hands of the Orlando Magic after Paolo Banchero hit a game-winning banked 3-point shot at the buzzer in overtime, but not before rookie guard Egor Demin showed that he also has clutch genes in him. With the Nets trailing the Magic by three points in […]

It’s an end of an era for the Atlanta Hawks after trading star Trae Young to the Washington Wizards on Wednesday. Young quickly became the face of the franchise after joining the Hawks in 2018 following a draft-day trade with the Dallas Mavericks. He led the team to three appearances in the playoffs, including the […]

The Washington Wizards’ acquisition of Trae Young Wednesday did not suddenly occur overnight. Instead, it capped a two-and-a-half-year sequence of calculated roster moves that began with the decision to move on from Bradley Beal and reset the franchise’s long-term direction. Washington initiated the process in June 2023 by trading Beal, whose contract included a rare […]

The Atlanta Hawks agreed to an eye-opening trade on Wednesday night. They are sending former All-Star point guard Trae Young to the Washington Wizards in exchange for veterans CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. Not long after the news of the trade surfaced, NBA Insider Chris Haynes was able to garner McCollum’s initial reaction. “Loved my […]

Everyone knew it was only a matter of time. But it finally happened. The Atlanta Hawks traded their All-Star point guard, Trae Young. After all of the rumors and drama, Young got his wish and was traded to the Washington Wizards. In exchange for Young’s services, Atlanta received shooting guard CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. […]

The Atlanta Hawks and Washington Wizards agreed to a blockbuster trade on Wednesday with All-Star point guard Trae Young being traded to the Wizards in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. The deal was a straight up trade with no draft picks being included. When news of the trade with the Wizards broke, Trae […]

Jimmy Butler has never been one to shy away from making a statement, but his latest pregame outfit might just be his most surprising yet. Before the Golden State Warriors’ Wednesday night clash against the Milwaukee Bucks, the veteran forward turned the Chase Center tunnel into his personal runway. Butler arrived rocking a customized hat […]

The stakes have never been higher around Beale Street or Bourbon Street-based basketball. EVP Zach Kleiman’s Memphis Grizzlies have started another new season poorly; Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. are failing to launch their respective redemption tours. The same goes for Zion Williamson’s New Orleans Pelicans. After a few years defined by suspensions, injury […]

The Toronto Raptors escaped a wild one against the Charlotte Hornets, 97-96, at Spectrum Center on Tuesday, with Immanuel Quickley delivering the game-winning three-pointer as time expired. The Hornets took the lead, 96-94, with 1.6 seconds left after LaMelo Ball’s drive, sending the home fans into a frenzy. The Raptors, however, remained composed, as Quickley […]

With LeBron James being ruled out for the Los Angeles Lakers’ game against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, the 41-year-old’s streak of being named to an All-NBA Team is in jeopardy. This was James’ 17th missed game this season, putting him right up against the NBA’s mandate of a minimum of 65 games played […]

Trae Young’s time with the Atlanta Hawks has come to an end. In what is the first blockbuster trade in 2026, the Hawks are sending Young to the Washington Wizards in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, league sources told ClutchPoints. No draft picks are involved in this three-player trade sending the All-Star guard […]

The Charlotte Hornets are flying high in the Queen City tonight, and the connection between LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges is looking as dangerous as ever. During the second quarter of Wednesday night’s matchup against the Toronto Raptors, the Hornets’ dynamic duo nearly blew the roof off the Spectrum Center with a highlight-reel play that […]

The Toronto Raptors were dealt an early blow against the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday after star forward Brandon Ingram suffered a thumb injury. Ingram sustained it in the second quarter at Spectrum Center and was taken out at the 5:58 mark. “Raptors forward Brandon Ingram has suffered a right thumb sprain and will not return […]

With the NBA trade deadline a little less than one month away, an intriguing rumor has emerged involving the Toronto Raptors and Sacramento Kings big man Domantas Sabonis, as per ClutchPoints’ NBA insider Brett Siegel. The Raptors are not averse to making a big deadline trade, as last season they were able to acquire Brandon […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are a team whose name has come up as the NBA trade deadline draws near, as they turn over every avenue to try and upgrade the roster in hopes of appeasing Giannis Antetokounmpo. Names like Zach LaVine and Jerami Grant have been mentioned, but one name the Bucks attempted to start trade […]

The NBA world is ripe with trade rumors counting down the days leading up to the deadline on Feb 5. With just a little under one month to go, one name that has been making the rounds in NBA trade rumors is Milwaukee Bucks big man Bobby Portis, as per ClutchPoints’ NBA insider Brett Siegel. […]

Four years removed from their time together with the Brooklyn Nets, Kevin Durant and Ime Udoka have reunited with the Houston Rockets. Udoka coached Durant in Brooklyn as an assistant under Steve Nash in 2020-21. The duo is attempting to lead the Rockets to their first championship since 1995. Udoka revealed Durant’s most significant change since […]

Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle and his team had a rocky beginning to last season, just as the Cleveland Cavaliers have faced their own battles in the first half of their 2025-26 campaign. When Cavs reporter Serena Winters posed a question about what signals a group could be better than its record indicates, Carlisle […]

The Memphis Grizzlies desperately needed a victory in the FedEx Forum, and Tuomas Iisalo made some news in an unconventional fashion. With more than half their regular rotation sidelined, Victor Wembanyama’s San Antonio Spurs still come up short in the FedEx Forum. Sure, the five combined blocks from Santi Aldama and Jaren Jackson Jr. deserve […]

One of the biggest storylines in the NBA over the last few days has been the report that Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks are working together to find a new home for the All-Star. On Wednesday, ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported that the Washington Wizards were Young’s preferred destination, which would keep him […]

The Washington Wizards will be without Corey Kispert in their Wednesday night showdown against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia due to “injury management,” according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. Kispert had recently just returned to action after a five-game absence due to a hamstring injury, but missed another contest during […]

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers currently have one open roster spot, but due to salary cap restrictions under the first apron, they cannon add a 15th player until mid-January, should they choose to do so. Scour social media and you’ll see plenty of Lakers fans clamoring for the team to call-up Kobe Bufkin […]

Lately, Chicago Bulls guard Coby White has been the subject of trade rumors. Among the teams that have expressed interest are the Minnesota Timberwolves, Atlanta Hawks, Dallas Mavericks, and Cleveland Cavaliers. Now, it appears the Los Angeles Clippers are part of a litany of West Coast teams looking to acquire White, per Brett Siegel of […]

The Golden State Warriors have had a fairly disappointing start to the 2025-26 season, currently sitting at 19-18 ahead of Wednesday night’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks. With Stephen Curry and the rest of the core not getting any younger, many have speculated that Golden State might look to make a trade in an attempt […]

The New York Knicks have hit a wall since winning the 2026 NBA Cup Championship. They have lost four straight games, including a recent 31-point drumming at the hands of the Detroit Pistons. While it has certainly appeared as if the league has figured out the Knicks, a major piece is missing, who changes things […]

Jalen Johnson has transformed into an All-Star caliber player this season for the Atlanta Hawks, and he’s doing everything for them. The forward is averaging 23.7 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 8.4 assists, and has tried to keep the Hawks afloat for the most part this season with several injuries to some key players. Kristaps Porzingis […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Washington Wizards took down another playoff-caliber squad on Tuesday night behind a 23-point, seven-rebound, and five-block performance by second-year center Alex Sarr, exemplifying how far the young core has come. The Wizards are now 5-2 in their last seven games and 7-5 in their last 12 after beating the Orlando Magic […]

The Atlanta Hawks will probably look different soon, as the team and Trae Young are working together to find the guard a new home. Young has not played much this season with the Hawks, but when he has, the team is just 2-8. It’s obvious the team is going in a different direction for the […]

Recently, the rumor mill heated up around the Atlanta Hawks when it was reported that point guard Trae Young and the team were working on a trade to get him to a new destination. Many labeled the Washington Wizards as a potential suitor for the multi-time All-Star, and now, that speculation has gotten some new […]

Bad news for other NBA teams… Dillon Brooks is likely staying with the Phoenix Suns. But when did his name get thrown into the mix for trade rumors? It took place on Monday, and Suns owner Mat Ishbia said Brooks isn’t going anywhere. He shut down the rumor from the moment it took place. During […]

Update: Joel Embiid is officially in the Philadelphia 76ers’ starting lineup against the Washington Wizards. The Philadelphia 76ers and Washington Wizards will go head-to-head on Wednesday night. Joel Embiid is among the 76ers dealing with injury concerns, as he is listed on the injury report. So, is Embiid playing tonight vs. the Wizards? Embiid is […]

The San Antonio Spurs will host the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night in a clash between two of the top three teams in the Western Conference. Both teams are looking to continue their positive momentum, but the Lakers and Spurs are facing some injury concerns with LeBron James and Victor Wembanyama, respectively. James has […]

No matter what happens in the near future, Golden State Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga has Draymond Green’s respect. As trade rumors surrounding Kuminga and the Warriors heat up, Green talked about his teammate’s potential exit with the uptmost respect. Green gave Kuminga his flowers for his professional approach amid months of trade speculation this season, he […]