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The Lakers have a lot of questions as we enter NBA trade rumor season. But the answers might be surprising. The post NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers Going Hunting for … a Role Player? appeared first on HEAVY.
The 2026 NBA Draft is less than a month away, and teams around the league continue to gather intel on what is a heavily talented top end of the draft with several potential future All-Stars. Of course, what happens at the very top of the draft with AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson will dictate how […] The post 2026 NBA Mock Draft 2.0: Latest AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson intel, all 60 picks post-combine appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Yes, the Oklahoma City Thunder are championship contenders for now and the foreseeable future, but one thing that has people concerned is the dreaded second apron and how that could affect the Thunder once their extensions all kick in. Could the Thunder actually do the unthinkable and trade one of their core stars? For ESPN’s […] The post Trade Jalen Williams for Michael Porter Jr.? ESPN’s OKC-Nets trade idea is bonkers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the middle of the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. However, that didn’t stop a wild trade idea pitching Jalen Williams getting sent to an Eastern Conference team to become a franchise player.ESPN’s Ben Golliver pitched a trade between the Thunder and Brooklyn Nets this season. Golliver […] The post Wild Trade Pitch Turns Jalen Williams Into Franchise Player for East Team appeared first on HEAVY.
Jerry Ferrara can’t hold his excitement for the New York Knicks beating the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals. The Power actor shared the popular rallying cry, writing “F–K THEM PICKS” on X after Saturday night’s game (May 23). The now iconic phrase was coined by Knicks fans to celebrate the […] The post Mikal Bridges has Jerry Ferrara screaming ‘F**K THEM PICKS’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Following a first-round playoff exit, the Boston Celtics have been urged to pursue players in the offseason who can improve their interior presence. While there isn’t a host of readily available names, the Celtics can make a deal happen for some big players if they weigh their options on the market. Boston holds a significant […] The post Celtics Trade Pitch Lands $100 Million Star as Perfect Jayson Tatum Fit appeared first on HEAVY.
The long career of LeBron James has seen him teaming up with many of the all-time greats. Rich Paul made a bit of a surprising comment when he named Kyrie Irving as the best player to team with James. Names like Dwyane Wade, Anthony Davis, and Luka Doncic all stand out as other great answers, […] The post Rich Paul Names Surprising Pick For LeBron’s Best Teammate appeared first on HEAVY.
At some point this summer, the Boston Celtics will need to address the gap in their front court. It’s clear that Joe Mazzulla needs a proven talent to anchor the middle of the floor, likely moving Neemias Queta to the bench.We all saw how the Celtics struggled to contain Joel Embiid and Andre Drummond. Fortunately […] The post Boston Celtics Floated As Potential Trade Destination For $97 Million Big Man appeared first on HEAVY.
James Harden continues writing his name throughout the NBA record books. Despite a disappointing loss to the New York Knicks in game two of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, Harden had one thing to celebrate after the game: moving up one spot on the NBA’s all-time career playoff steals list. Harden, with his 311th steal, […] The post James Harden Passes Kobe Bryant on This All-Time List appeared first on HEAVY.
Many fantasy basketball managers already have their dream rosters in mind for the 2026-27 season. Are any members of the 2026 NBA Draft class making the cut? Adding rookies to your fantasy roster can seem tricky since the jump from college ball to the NBA hits every player differently. However, ...
Drake and Kevin Durant recently featured together in a hilarious Nike commercial, announcing the new KD19.
Drake Is a 'Yes Man' in Hilarious Nike Commercial With Kevin Durant: 'Normalize Glazing the Bros' Complex
Aday Mara might be able to stay on the East Coast as he makes the leap to the NBA. The former Michigan center Mara has been linked to the Brooklyn Nets by “multiple league sources,” Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo! Sports reported on Monday. O’Connor notes that the Nets are also being connected to ex-Tennessee forward … The post Michigan champion Aday Mara is being linked to 1 NBA lottery team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Julius Randle’s brutal postseason showing against San Antonio may have pushed the Minnesota Timberwolves toward an uncomfortable but necessary conclusion: this partnership probably is not built to last. Minnesota needs cleaner spacing around Anthony Edwards, more reliable playoff decision-making, and a roster that feels less clunky in high-leverage moments. Randle still has value as a […] The post 3 best Julius Randle trade destinations if Timberwolves move on after Spurs disaster appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NBA trade rumor season is getting started in earnest, and there are updates on the Lakers, Celtics and more on the Big Board! The post NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers Approach, Giannis to Celtics & Big Board Updates appeared first on HEAVY.
Even though the Los Angeles Lakers’ season ended early in the 2026 NBA Playoffs at the hands of Oklahoma City, the Lakers’ overall season could be seen as a success given the circumstances. They were without their franchise cornerstone Luka Doncic for all of the postseason, missing Austin Reaves for a solid portion as well. […] The post 3 best Luke Kennard free agent destinations after Lakers playoff breakout appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Darius Acuff Jr. knows what he can bring to the table for an NBA team. Following a historic season at Arkansas, the freshman phenom says he’ll change the fortunes of whatever franchise selects him in the 2026 NBA Draft. “Definitely a superstar point guard,” Acuff said of what he’ll bring to his next team. “[I’ll] […] The post Darius Acuff Jr. makes ‘superstar’ guarantee while addressing defensive criticisms appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The raw upside? The highest ceiling if he puts it all together? That just might belong to Louisville’s Mikel Brown Jr.
Charles Barkley says not much has changed when it comes to gay athletes coming out due to societal pressure. In an Inside the NBA tribute to the late Jason Collins, the NBA’s first openly gay active player, who passed on May 12, Barkley shared that homophobia is a key reason why many gay athletes keep […] The post Charles Barkley reveals why more gay athletes don’t come out appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Chicago combine is in and the measurements have been taken. With that in mind we have reconstructed the 2026 NBA Mock Draft. The post NBA Mock Draft 2026: Combine Week Shakes Up the Picks appeared first on HEAVY.
The Inside the NBA crew reacted to the deaths Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke and pioneering former Nets center Jason Collins on Wednesday.
The Brooklyn Nets’ draft lottery disappointment is followed by more bad news as a new update on a $240M free agent complicates their offseason plans. The post Nets Get More Bad News After Draft Lottery — And It Involves $240M Free Agent appeared first on HEAVY.
Austin Reaves’ free agency outlook shifts as a new report reveals a key factor that could favor the Lakers in his decision. The post Austin Reaves’ Free Agency Just Took a Turn — Lakers Get Good News appeared first on HEAVY.
Jason Collins, who spent 13 years in the NBA, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 47. Collins suffered from Stage 4 glioblastoma, and the family sent out a statement, saying they are “heartbroken.” The following statement was issued today on behalf of the family of Jason Collins: pic.twitter.com/Vf1MwmmQLH — NBA Communications (@NBAPR) May … The post 13-year NBA veteran Jason Collins dies at 47 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
