If the Heat can't land Giannis, they need to pivot to these 3 Plan B trades
The Miami Heat are looking to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, but if they can't land Giannis, there are still other stars they could pursue.

The Miami Heat are looking to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, but if they can't land Giannis, there are still other stars they could pursue.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are currently gearing up for Game 6 of their second round series against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday evening. The Timberwolves currently trail this series 3-2 after dropping Game 5 in blowout fashion on the road earlier this week. In that game, Spurs star Victor Wembanyama took full advantage of his […] The post Skip Bayless calls for Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert to be benched vs. Victor Wembanyama for Game 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Flory Bidunga addressed his future during the NBA Draft Combine in Chigago.

Skip Bayless blasts LeBron James for passing on a veteran minimum deal when he joined the Lakers

If the 2025-26 season was indeed Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James’ final year with the team he led to a championship in 2020, which followed Kobe Bryant’s retirement in 2016, Hall of Fame center Lisa Leslie says fans should be more appreciative. While some wonder whether the Lakers want James back for another season, […] The post Lisa Leslie hits Lakers fans hating on LeBron James with Kobe Bryant truth appeared first on ClutchPoints.

While the Chicago Bulls’ 1990s dynasty was an unparalleled, glorious period, it wasn’t all peaches and cream. Anyone who knows anything about Michael Jordan knows that he could be ruthless. One of those on the receiving end of his hyper competitiveness was guard Scott Burrell. In the 2020 docuseries “The Last Dance”, previously unearthed footage […] The post Michael Jordan’s ex-teammate reveals truth behind vicious ‘torment’ from very beginning appeared first on ClutchPoints.

At points over the past several years, the Golden State Warriors were not discussed so much for Stephen Curry or Draymond Green, but for Jonathan Kuminga and his ‘cold war’ with Steve Kerr. Kuminga, who the Warriors drafted in the midst of their ‘two-timelines’ pipe dream, had an acrimonious relationship with Kerr, the longtime Golden […] The post Even Barack Obama once asked Warriors’ Steve Kerr about Jonathan Kuminga appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NBA star Miles Bridges wants a judge to order his ex-girlfriend, Mychelle Johnson, to undergo a “comprehensive psychological evaluation.” The Charlotte Hornets forward claims she has become obsessed with him. In a court filing, Miles Bridges claims that Johnson, with whom he shares four children, cyberstalks him and “initiates prolonged, emotionally charged communications during late-night […] The post NBA Star Asks Judge To Order ‘Psychological Evaluation’ For Ex-Girlfriend Amid Claims She Cyberstalked Him appeared first on BroBible.

Recently, the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2026 offseason began when they lost Game 4 at home to the Oklahoma City Thunder, ending that series in a sweep. With the frustration of the last few years, Lakers fans would be forgiven for reminiscing on the glory days when the late Kobe Bryant was leading the franchise. Recently, […] The post Nick Wright drops Kobe Bryant take he knows will aggravate Lakers fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Celtics predicted to acquire $62 million Warriors future Hall of Fame guard via blockbuster trade sportingnews.com

Throughout NBA history, there have only been three instances where the Rookie of the Year Award has been split between two players. The most recent one was in 2000 when both Elton Brand and Steve Francis shared the honor. But before that, Grant Hill and Jason Kidd each took home Rookie of the Year honors, […] The post Grant Hill tells Vince Carter his co-ROY with Jason Kidd was ‘robbery’ he’s still mad about appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Recently, the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2025-26 season came to a tough end with a Game 4 loss at home to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the NBA playoffs. The Lakers went through this whole postseason run without Luka Doncic, who was dealing with a hamstring injury. Now, former NBA big man […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic hit with dreaded Joel Embiid label by Kendrick Perkins appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Stephen A. Smith suggested tensions may be growing between the Lakers, LeBron James, and Klutch Sports behind the scenes.

The Los Angeles Lakers are officially in the 2026 offseason after their playoff sweep against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Lakers have some flexibility to work with this summer as they look to build a sensible roster around Luka Doncic, and some have suggested that the team throw their hat into the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade […] The post Gilbert Arenas thinks it’s ‘dumb’ to hate Lakers’ Luka Doncic for Austin Reaves-Giannis trade request appeared first on ClutchPoints.

This is what Drake did with his LeBron James tattoo after Kendrick Lamar drama sportingnews.com

It’s no secret that Skip Bayless has always had contempt for LeBron James. After the Lakers were swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Semifinals, Bayless is letting loose. Reports are out that the Lakers tried to part ways with James after acquiring Luka Doncic, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN. As a result, Bayless […] The post Skip Bayless goes full LeBron James hater mode over explosive Luka Doncic report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Former NBA guard Gilbert Arenas responded to a report on LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers about a frustrating moment that angered the future Hall of Fame forward. Head coach JJ Redick pissed James off this season, according to a new report, when he took a game ball and gave it to Rob Pelinka […] The post Gilbert Arenas calls out Lakers’ LeBron James for being a baby over game ball rumor appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Cleveland Cavaliers outlasted the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference Semifinal series on Wednesday evening, winning 117-113 in overtime to take a three games to two series lead. However, there was controversy near the end of regulation with the score tied at 103. After Detroit’s Ausar Thompson blocked Donovan Mitchell’s shot […] The post P.J. Tucker livid over ‘1000%’ Jarrett Allen foul that wasn’t called for Pistons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Lakers predicted to cut ties with $48 million forward with non-existent three-point jump shot sportingnews.com

The Los Angeles Lakers are still reeling from the sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Now, their focus turns to the offseason and whether LeBron James will return. But NBA insider Brian Windhorst warned that the Lakers might have to pay James $50 million instead of the lesser value that they might […] The post Lakers rumors: Brian Windhorst hits LA with harsh $50 million LeBron James reality appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Shaquille O'Neal on not using his fame in restaurants: "My boys are amazed I don't skip the line" Basketball Network

The Washington Wizards recently earned the number one pick in the upcoming NBA Draft at the lottery, which took place on Sunday in Chicago. The Wizards now have the chance to add a blue-chip prospect to the mix after trading for veterans Trae Young and Anthony Davis this past season. While many expect the Wizards […] The post Wizards rumors: Ramona Shelburne teases possibility of Darryn Peterson instead of AJ Dybantsa appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Amid a trying 2025-26 season, Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr penned a letter to Draymond Green. After surviving the trade deadline, Green could be the subject of trade rumors during the offseason. While Kerr has re-committed to Golden State for the foreseeable future, the Warriors’ front office will do its best to put […] The post The letter Warriors’ Steve Kerr wrote Draymond Green as he was spiraling appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Recently, the Phoenix Suns saw their season come to an end with a sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the playoffs. Still, it was an overall successful year for Phoenix, a team that was expected by most to miss the postseason altogether after trading Kevin Durant the […] The post Suns’ Dillon Brooks claims he’s only player with ‘real straps’ for Victor Wembanyama appeared first on ClutchPoints.
