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Former NBA legends Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen seem to have grown apart since their days dominating the league together with the Chicago Bulls. Pippen has taken frequent jabs at Jordan in the media, some of which was allegedly due to his dislike of the way he was portrayed in 2020’s Last Dance documentary. Now, […]

Zach LaVine has been a mainstay with the Chicago Bulls since the infamous Jimmy Butler trade. However, LaVine approached some unchartered territory, along with Bulls legend, Michael Jordan. He tied another Chicago legend, Bob Love, for the second-most 30+ point games in franchise history with 109. How many does Jordan have? 537. LaVine gave an […]

The Houston Rockets are having a great season this year, sitting at 28-13 as the second seed in the Western Conference, and a huge part of this success is thanks to 22-year-old center Alperen Sengun, who’s turning heads across the league. He’s averaging 19.4 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game this season, and […]

If I had a nickel for every time a former player or someone in basketball media offered an ill-informed take on the career of NBA icon LeBron James, I might have nearly as much money in my bank account as the NBA’s first active billionaire. Unfortunately, my bank account is as empty as most of […]

The relationship between Chicago Bulls legends Scottie Pippen and Michael Jordan doesn’t appear to be all peaches and cream. Pippen recently went on a podcast and said the two players didn’t have much of a personal relationship when playing together, per Hoops Hype. “He’s is a very difficult person to deal with,” Pippen said, per […]

The NBA world would have loved to see LeBron James and Michael Jordan play against each other. Surprisingly it actually did happen, but it was when James was a teenager, and it was also a pickup game. James recently opened up about the pickup game on the New Heights Show and shared how he felt […]

The sneaker empire that began with the original Air Jordan 1 has exceeded all expectations and even though Michael Jordan hasn’t played since 2003, the signature numbered line continues to grow year after year. The latest iteration is the Air Jordan 39, utilizing some of Jordan Brand’s most advanced technology and come this spring, we’ll […]

The Air Jordan 11 has always been known as a timeless silhouette and favorite among sneakerheads when it comes to the numbered Air Jordan line. However, the last few years have seen an uptick in popularity in the Air Jordan 11 Low, so Jordan Brand is making the most of it and expanding their release […]

LeBron James is the undisputed longevity king of the NBA, and even though he’s already turned 40 years of age, he continues to be one of the best players in the association — a ceaseless ageless wonder. On Friday night, during the Los Angeles Lakers’ 119-102 win over the Atlanta Hawks, James once again played […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost a heartbreaker at home to the Boston Celtics on Thursday night, 118-115. In the loss, Anthony Edwards struggled mightily, scoring just 15 points on 5-for-16 shooting. It was revealed after the game that Jayson Tatum boldly requested to guard Edwards. Following the defeat, TNT’s Charles Barkley took the Timberwolves, and specifically […]

The NBA GOAT debate has primarily been between Michael Jordan and LeBron James for years, and Thursday night was a reminder why. The latter legend tied Jordan for the most 30-point games in NBA history (562) with his 38-point masterpiece in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 114-106 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Lakers coach JJ […]

The Chicago Bulls are holding a night to honor Derrick Rose when the team faces the New York Knicks on Saturday at the United Center. Rose had a remarkable start to his career after he was drafted by the Bulls in 2008, showing off remarkable athleticism, skill, ball-handling ability, and competitiveness after he was selected […]

Michael Jordan is widely considered the greatest basketball player of all time. Jordan is also among the most intriguing and marketable personalities in NBA history. His post-NBA earnings are why Michael Jordan has a net worth of $3.5 billion in 2025. For all the achievements and accolades he collected throughout his legendary career, His Airness […]

All-time rankings and discussions about who the best players in NBA history are commonplace in basketball dialogue these days. In fact, we here at ClutchPoints have already ranked the greatest players in NBA history. We wanted to take the conversation a step forward and ask ChatGPT its thoughts on who the best players ever are. […]

Several NBA duos have dominated the NBA throughout the years. However, some were lucky to be playing in their era. But for NBA fans, a lot of them would also thrive in other eras. On the other hand, some duos were better off playing in today’s NBA. Here is a look at 10 NBA duos […]

Much has been made of the rivalry between Isiah Thomas and Michael Jordan, who were members of the Detroit Pistons and Chicago Bulls, respectively, for the team’s clashes during the late 1980s and early 1990s. After coming up short on multiple occasions, Jordan’s Bulls finally got the best of an aging Pistons squad in 1991 […]

There’s not many sneakers more recognizable than the historic Air Jordan 1, the shoe that started this whole sneaker craze when Michael Jordan and Nike changed the world in 1985. The “Chicago” colorway is engrained is every sneaker fan’s mind as a timeless silhouette and come 2025, we’ll see the classic color scheme return once […]

The NBA debate of the greatest player of all time is one of the most heated topics among hardcore NBA fans. Currently, the conversation involves LeBron James and Michael Jordan, with some Kobe Bryant in the mix. Here is a look at 10 NBA stars who also should be considered in the GOAT debate. Check […]

From rule changes to offensive schemes, the modern game has evolved in ways that benefit scoring, making it a more high-paced, high-scoring affair. Recently, four-time NBA All-Star Penny Hardaway joined Draymond Green and Baron Davis to reveal how he would fare in today’s NBA. During the interview, Green asked Hardaway how he believed he would […]

It’s rare to see a new colorway of any retro Air Jordan silhouette outperform the original colorways worn by Michael Jordan for the Chicago Bulls. However, once in every blue moon, a colorway comes along and captivates sneakerheads with its innovative color scheme and wearability in the streets. For the first time since 2013, we’ll […]

Winning an NBA championship is a difficult feat. However, defending the title is another monster altogether. Only a handful of teams in NBA history have been able to win back-to-back titles. While rejigging the roster for some improvements could extend a team’s championship reign, making roster changes can also do more harm than good. Here […]

Despite giving Father Time a tough workout, LeBron James is already nearing 40 years old. As a result, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer has slowly teased the idea of retirement. Given his stacked list of accolades, there’s no question that The King is a lock to be inducted into the Basketball of Fame. With James […]

Anthony Edwards helped Team USA win the gold medal, cementing his place as the future face of the NBA. However, the Minnesota Timberwolves star found himself in the middle of controversy after proclaiming that Michael Jordan was the only player with skill during his era. Since then, Edwards has triggered a polarizing response, including rubbing […]

Luka Doncic led the Dallas Mavericks to a 143-133 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night. Doncic enjoyed a tremendous performance, scoring 45 points to go along with 13 assists, 11 rebounds, three steals and two blocks. Dallas improved to 9-0 when Luka records a 40-point triple-double. According to StatMuse, Michael Jordan is […]

Winning a championship in any level of basketball is always a difficult feat to achieve. In fact, just winning at least one already contributes greatly to any NBA player’s basketball legacy. However, there have been a handful of players who belong in a small club where they’ve won in nearly all levels of basketball. Here […]

Following the twenty-year anniversary of the Malice at the Palace, Metta Sandiford-Artest (formerly known as Ron Artest) shared that Michael Jordan was the only player who called him after the incident. The altercation between Ben Wallace and Ron Artest during the Indiana Pacers vs. Detroit Pistons game on November 19, 2004, remains one of the […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar and lifetime Nike athlete LeBron James has not only redefined what’s possible in the game of basketball, but his contributions to the sneaker community and consistent innovation within his signature line can only be rivaled by that of a Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant. As he continues his chase to be […]

The long-standing debate about who is the greatest basketball player of all time or the abbreviated GOAT between Michael Jordan and LeBron James will be talked about forever. One person who gave their opinion on the matter was former basketball player and NBA analyst Charles Barkley. He would have an answer some might not expect, […]

Sophie Rain, a 20-year-old OnlyFans model, has shocked the internet with her staggering annual earnings. On November 27, she proudly shared her total gross income for the year: a jaw-dropping $43,477,695.01. To put this into perspective, Rain’s earnings were more than 23% higher than the $35 million salary of NBA star Jayson Tatum, and just […]

Former NBA coach George Karl recently ignited a spirited debate with a bold statement comparing Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic to Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan. Karl shared his thoughts on X, formerly known as Twitter, emphasizing the pivotal role Jokic has played for the Nuggets in recent years. “The Nuggets have been MORE reliant […]

Kobe Bryant is about as close to Michael Jordan in terms of play style, skill set, and mentality. No one saw that comparison more closely than former Los Angeles Lakers forward Lamar Odom. He explained on the Legends Lounge podcast one game in particular where Bryant uttered something he’ll never forget. “We were on the […]

Shannon Sharpe made a comment on Tuesday during an ESPN First Take segment that upset Stephen A. Smith. The Michael Jordan-LeBron James conversation was being discussed, and Sharpe made an eye-opening remark about the debate, via ClutchPoints. “I wish LeBron James could have taken four years off during his career,” Sharpe said. “Five years.” This […]

With the new calendar year approaching, Air Jordan and Nike are gearing up for another hallmark year, bringing back some of their most classic silhouettes along with introducing new and inventive colorways. Building upon the popularity of the Air Jordan 1 “Rookie of the Year” colorway, we’ll see a new low-top version of the sneaker […]

As the new year approached, Nike and Air Jordan are scheduling some of their upcoming releases of retro models for the upcoming 2025 year of releases. They’ll be digging deep into their bag of tricks with this upcoming release as we’ll see another nostalgic Air Jordan colorway make a return. For the first time since […]

Stephon Marbury recently appeared on Mark Jackson’s “Come And Talk 2 Me” podcast, where he shared his thoughts on the ongoing GOAT debate. When asked to name the greatest of all time, Marbury chose Michael Jordan. He then went off on a tangent, expressing his belief that LeBron James shouldn’t be placed ahead of either […]

NBA players are highly paid to showcase their talents on the hardwood. With lucrative paychecks earned in the NBA, it isn’t surprising that some athletes would invest wisely to prepare for life after basketball. One of the best investments an athlete can make is on a sports team, a kind of industry they’re quite familiar […]

Michael Jordan was arguably the most influential player of his time. His popularity was so great that his endorsement deals allowed Jordan to build a net worth of $3.5 billion. Moreover, he has also achieved many accolades that only a few could match. As a result, Jordan is regarded as the GOAT by many basketball […]

James Harden connected on seven three-pointers en route to 23 first-quarter points in the Los Angeles Clippers’ 121-96 win against the Washington Wizards. Harden scored a season-high 43 points as the Clippers bounced back from their 32-point loss (126-94) to the champion Boston Celtics. For the 10-time All-Star, it was his 100th career 40+ point […]

Every NBA player has their craft. However, some just have a deeper bag of tricks compared to others. It’s always fun to see a player go deep in his bag to form a potential highlight play. Because of this, it’s one of the most exciting reasons to watch the NBA brand of basketball. Here are […]