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Training camp for the Golden State Warriors is less than a week away, and the team is finalizing its training camp roster. One of the latest names to surface and receive a training camp deal is Langston Galloway. He is entering his eighth season in the NBA and could do it as a member of […]

The start of training camp is just around the corner, and there is still no telling when or how the Ben Simmons saga will end. Despite formally requesting a trade and threatening to holdout, the former number one pick remains a member of the Philadelphia 76ers. Daryl Morey has actively held discussions for the three-time […]

The Brooklyn Nets sent shockwaves across the NBA last season when they added more MVP caliber talent to their already star-heavy squad. Acquiring James Harden back in winter basically ensured they would have three of the top 15-20 players in the league. But do the Nets have so much offensive talent that they cannot maximize […]

It’s been pretty clear for a while now that Eric Gordon doesn’t have a long-term future with the Rockets. Once James Harden was traded in January,  every relevant role player left over from the last regime was on the clock. Last season P.J. Tucker grew disgruntled with the franchise for not receiving a contract extension […]

We may have a bit of clarity on the Brooklyn Nets’ vaccination hold-out situation. On Tuesday, we learned that if the team held practices in Brooklyn, a couple of their players would not yet be eligible. It wasn’t an issue Tuesday because training camp is in San Diego. But the gist seemed to be that […]

Chauncey Billups was Neil Olshey’s top choice as the Portland Trail Blazers’ next head coach even before the job became available. Damian Lillard gave Billups his public seal of approval about 12 hours after Portland parted ways with Terry Stotts. Norman Powell says conversations with Billups played a major part in his decision to re-sign […]

The Ben Simmons offseason saga continues to get uglier as we rapidly approach the start of training camp. After a summer full of trade discussions and rumors, the three-time All-Star remains a member of the Philadelphia 76ers. Simmons and his camp have made it clear that he will not be reporting to Philly and plans […]

Paul George and his struggles from the 2020 bubble postseason were very-well documented, but the Los Angeles Clippers star bounced back in spectacular fashion during the 2021 playoffs. Without Kawhi Leonard for half of the postseason, George was able to lead his team to the Western Conference Finals and nearly to the NBA Finals. The […]

Opposing teams aren’t the only thing in the way of the Golden State Warriors’ path back to the postseason. According to Rusty Simmons of the San Francisco Chronicle, Andrew Wiggins is still refusing the COVID-19 vaccine. If he doesn’t get vaccinated, it could result in him missing home games and losing a ton of money […]

The hardest thing to do in the NBA is successfully rebuild. General managers are fired every year because they can’t get their teams back on the path to title contention. There’s a reason a lot of the teams at the top of the draft often return the following season. Once you’re at the bottom of […]

ESPN Insider Stephen A. Smith may not exactly be Adrian Wojnarowski when it comes to scoops. His best strength is dishing rapid-fire opinions on “First Take,” getting a dialogue started on all things sports in a very entertaining manner. But he does have an extensive background as a reporter, beginning his career with The Philadelphia […]

Michael Porter Jr. has always looked up to Kevin Durant, admitting recently that he still has a lot to learn from him. However, there are two other NBA stars that the Denver Nuggets youngster really admires: Stephen Curry and Giannis Antetokounmpo. In an exclusive interview with ClutchPoints, Porter named the three as his favorite players […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are no doubt uncomfortable with the notion of honoring Ben Simmons’ trade demand as he continues to publicly flaunt their irreparably damaged relationship. Daryl Morey wants to win at everything, and placating a player in open breach of a max contract with four years and $147 million on it doesn’t exactly sound […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel hasn’t figured everything — or maybe anything — out yet when it comes to his revamped roster, but he did provide a couple of hints at potential roles for Anthony Davis and Rajon Rondo this season. During a lengthy and substantive conversation on Spectrum’s “LakeShow” podcast, Vogel discussed […]

Check out the power rankings ahead of the 2021-2022 NBA season, and chances are you’ve seen a list with the Brooklyn Nets sitting pretty on top. ESPN’s post-free-agency power rankings and Bleacher Report both seem to agree with NBC’s claim that everyone is chasing the Nets. Spend some time speaking with a few jaded Nets […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel is expecting a big 2021-22 season from Anthony Davis. Not only should Davis be healthier and motivated after a frustrating 2020-21 campaign — but the superstar big-man is, well, bigger. Vogel hopped on Spectrum’s “LakeShow” podcast on Wednesday and shed some light on AD’s apparent physical transformation this […]

The Brooklyn Nets are the odds-on favorite to win the 2022 NBA championship. When healthy, they have the talent to beat any team in the league, including the defending champion Milwaukee Bucks. One would think that any team who can boast all of that wouldn’t be looking to make any blockbuster trades. Taking that one […]

The Los Angeles Clippers officially held the groundbreaking for their new arena, the Intuit Dome, last week. The event allowed fans, players, and media an inside look at what Steve Ballmer and the organization have up their sleeves for the world-class stadium scheduled to open in time for the 2024-25 season. Here’s a look at […]

It was believed to be a three-man race when it came to the Warriors potentially shaking some things up with their roster before the season. Reports surfaced Monday that the team would take a closer look at three free-agent point guards. Quinn Cook, Isaiah Thomas, and Avery Bradley have all been scheduled to workout for […]

The Brooklyn Nets are set for training camp on September 28th, and not long after that the first preseason game tips off. The team’s opening exhibition is set for Staples Center where they’ll take on the Lakers during the first week of October. There’s no doubt this is a championship-or-bust kind of year. General Manager […]

After Summer League, many have penciled in Jalen Green as Cade Cunningham’s greatest challenger for Rookie of the Year. Green looked spectacular in Las Vegas, averaging 20.3 points on 70.7% true shooting. Per BetMGM, Green currently stands at +300 odds for the award, behind only Cunningham at +250. At points this summer, Cunningham and Green […]

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. knows he needs to step up next season, especially with Jamal Murray’s status still unclear as he recovers from injury. To recall, Murray suffered from a torn ACL in his left knee last April, effectively ending his 2020-21 season with the Nuggets. He underwent a successful surgery days later, […]

Basketball has a ton of hidden rules that players all over the world follow. For example, when players make a shot, the rebounder has to give them their change by passing it back to them. Hidden rules don’t end once players make it to the NBA. More hidden rules are added once pros begin their […]

At the NBA draft, players instantly earn labels from the media. Players can be the perfect selection, a steal, or they can view prospects as the wrong pick. It’s the first of many narratives to come. Many times the evaluation of rookies is inaccurate. The job of an NBA analyst can be challenging. Each year […]

Players have to earn respect in the NBA. If they aren’t respected, they will be a target opposing teams pick on. Since he was a rookie, Indiana Pacers big man Myles Turner has received a ton of respect from peers; from the media, not as much as he believes he deserves. In a recent interview […]

LeBron James knows that Indiana Pacers star Myles Turner is one of the best shot blockers in the NBA. The 25-year-old has led the league in blocks twice during his six-year career. Out of 921 career blocks, a block from Turner’s rookie year stands out the most. In an exclusive interview with ClutchPoints, Myles Turner […]

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner led the NBA in blocks for the second time this season. With a career-high 3.4 blocks per game. He’s one of the league’s most prominent defenders, but he’s only looked at as a rim protector. In an exclusive interview with ClutchPoints, Turner opened up about being overlooked defensively. Not only […]

Michael Porter Jr. has always been compared to Kevin Durant even before he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 2018. After all, given their size and ability to score in virtually anywhere on the court, the similarities may have its merit. Moreover, prior to his draft, MPJ said that he sees his playing style […]

The Portland Trail Blazers added another journeyman on Tuesday, signing Quinn Cook to a non-guaranteed contract, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. Free agent guard Quinn Cook is signing a non-guaranteed deal with the Portland Trail Blazers, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) September 21, 2021 Though the disclosure of Cook’s deal […]

Official preparations for the 2021-22 season begin in less than a week, and Ben Simmons seems no closer to moving on from the Philadelphia 76ers despite his best efforts to force a trade. The disgruntled three-time All-Star, in fact, reportedly has no plans to budge from his longtime stance of refusing to report to his […]

Jusuf Nurkic, entering a crucial contract year that could double as Damian Lillard’s swan song with the Trail Blazers, isn’t feeling the pressure as 2021-22 fast approaches. The seven-year veteran has never looked forward to an NBA season more than he has this one, in fact, despite an immediate future in Portland that seemed uncertain […]

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. knows his goals very well heading to the 2021-22 season: an All-Star berth and the Larry O’Brien trophy to pair with it. However, he understands that to achieve both things, he really has to step up his game. “My goal is definitely to be an All-Star this year. But […]

Denver Nuggets rising star Michael Porter Jr. has proven himself to be an elite scorer on the court. However, he wants everybody to know he’s more than just that. He wants his voice to be heard. He wants people to converse and talk about topics they often avoid. That is why he started his “Curious […]

The Los Angeles Lakers did not make a selection in the 2021 NBA Draft. Instead, they traded their lone pick — No. 22 overall — to the Washington Wizards in the package for Russell Westbrook (Washington flipped the pick to the Indiana Pacers). Yet, the Lakers didn’t come away from the draft empty-handed. Los Angeles […]

From one GOAT to another: Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James took to Twitter on Monday to give an early welcome to Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady ahead of, remarkably, the QB’s first-ever trip to L.A. to play an NFL game. Yessir!! The 🐐 coming to town! — LeBron James (@KingJames) September 20, 2021 […]

The Charlotte Hornets have a lot to be optimistic about moving forward. LaMelo Ball is coming back for what should be a second stellar year in the league, they drafted nice young players who fit the scheme, and they added savvy veterans. Terry Rozier also committed to the Hornets for the long haul, so it […]

Magic Johnson remains impressed by his own accomplishments with the Los Angeles Lakers. LeBron James’ trophy case isn’t too shabby, either. On Sunday, Johnson and James met up at SoFi Stadium, where they were in attendance to watch the Los Angeles Chargers‘ home opener against LeBron’s other favorite NFL team, the Dallas Cowboys. As Johnson pointed […]

The Houston Rockets are in the process of finding a new home for veteran guard John Wall. Wall is only one year removed from an Achilles injury and has one of the most exorbitant contracts in basketball. This will make it very difficult for the Rockets to find a trade partner. However, there is one […]

Neil Olshey clearly took it as a source of pride. Carmelo Anthony, without a job for more than a year when the injury-ravaged Portland Trail Blazers signed him in November 2019, re-upped before last season despite knowing he’d be moved to the bench—the same gut-check demotion that previously left him out of the league in […]