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The Raptors had their sights on a former Lakers first-round pick, but an unexpected development has changed their plans. The post Raptors Get Unfortunate News in Pursuit of Former Lakers First-Round Pick appeared first on HEAVY.
The Timberwolves had an opportunity to add a former Lakers first-round pick, but an unexpected development changed their plans. The post Timberwolves Miss Out on Former Lakers First-Round Pick After Knicks Deal appeared first on HEAVY.
NBA fans react to Domantas Sabonis taking a cryptic jab at rookie teammate Darius Acuff Jr. after opening night loss to the Clippers.
Darius Acuff Jr. will face an acid test on Friday as the Sacramento Kings host the Portland Trail Blazers at Golden 1 Center for their home opener. He will battle the backcourt duo of Damian Lillard and Ja Morant, who are both battle-tested and always ready to embarrass anyone. Acuff will be eager to redeem […] The post Darius Acuff Jr. shows love to Damian Lillard ahead of Kings-Blazers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The LA Clippers got their 2026-27 regular season off to a strong start on Wednesday night with a monster win over the visiting Sacramento Kings. Darius Garland led the way for the Clippers, but it was Keaton Wagler who impressed everyone. The Clippers defeated the Kings, 121-96, in their season opener, leading wire-to-wire and by […] The post Clippers’ Keaton Wagler reaches feat previously done by only LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Portland Blazers veteran Damian Lillard’s comeback season is officially underway after a 124-83 blowout victory against the Phoenix Suns got things started the right way in their season opener. Lillard started alongside Ja Morant in the backcourt as Portland debuted it new starting duo. Damian led with 25 points on 7-for-12 shooting, including six threes, […] The post Blazers’ Dame Time is officially back, just like Damian Lillard knew it would be all along appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Sacramento Kings rookie Darius Acuff Jr. woke up on Wednesday feeling dangerous. He probably should have kept sleeping. Acuff made his debut with the Kings against the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome. The rookie guard, however, left a lot to be desired, as the Clippers blew out the Kings, 121-96. Acuff scored 12 points […] The post Darius Acuff Jr.’s Kings debut was way too KANGZ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Portland Trail Blazers couldn’t have had a better season opener. After starting their matchup against the Phoenix Suns with a 43-12 first quarter, they won 124-83. Damian Lillard returned to the roster, scoring 25 points, hitting six three-pointers, and adding six assists, three rebounds, and one steal. Damian Lillard on Ja Morant's Blazers debut […] The post Damian Lillard takes shot at everybody hating on Ja Morant fit after nuking Suns appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ben Simmons’ NBA comeback ended before it could officially begin. Just days before the start of the 2026-27 NBA season, the former NBA Rookie of the Year Award winner was ruled out for the entire campaign with an Achilles tear he suffered during practice on Sunday. Sacramento signed Simmons to a one-year, $3.5 million contract … The post Ben Simmons’ injury triggers a significant development appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
This advanced model gives us its take on how the 2026-27 NBA season will unfold.
Ben Simmons is out for the season after suffering an Achilles tear, and Toronto Raptors star Kawhi Leonard had a strong message of support. Leonard was asked about it on Monday, and while the Raptors star said he didn’t know about Simmons’ injury, he said it was “sad” and told him to “keep grinding.” ‘Oh, … The post Kawhi Leonard has heartfelt reaction after learning of Ben Simmons’ Achilles tear appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Ben Simmons has sustained a serious injury that will rule him out for the 2026-27 NBA season. In a cruel blow, it has emerged that…
Ben Simmons’ NBA comeback has ended before it even began. The 30-year-old reportedly suffered a torn Achilles tendon during the Sacramento Kings’ practice on Sunday. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Simmons had an MRI that confirmed the season-ending injury. Just in: Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons is believed to have sustained a torn Achilles tendon … The post Ben Simmons suffers torn Achilles ahead of NBA return appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Kevin Durant did not think the end was near for Russell Westbrook prior to the latter’s sudden retirement this offseason. Westbrook announced in August that he was retiring from the NBA after nearly two decades. Durant crafted a heartfelt message to commemorate his former teammate a day after the news broke. On Friday, Durant was … The post Kevin Durant has interesting take when asked about Russell Westbrook’s retirement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Sacramento Kings are still not beating the circus allegations. Monday marked media day for the Kings and a number of other teams around the NBA. But an unfortunate moment occurred when a few reporters for the Kings were caught dissing multiple players while live on a hot mic. In between press conferences, the live … The post Kings reporters get caught on a hot mic dissing Ben Simmons, Zach LaVine appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Although most NBA fans will welcome the new season, some may not be looking forward to watching their teams struggle. Despite the changes to the…
The Lakers could make a surprise move.
The Los Angeles Lakers aren’t done making decisions quite yet. Perhaps one of the more interesting pieces of business they have on their bulletin involves Bronny James. James is entering his second NBA season and, while the Lakers have shown they don’t mind staying patient as the 21-year-old develops, a trade could give them an […] The post Lakers’ Bronny James Proposed to Land With Celtics in Major 3-Team Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
Russell Westbrook apparently chose to retire rather than take a smaller role with the Washington Wizards. Westbrook rocked the basketball world on Wednesday when he announced his retirement from the NBA. He shared the news via a three-minute video commemorating his 18-year career (video here). The nine-time All-Star wasn’t forced into retirement due to a … The post Report: Russell Westbrook ‘balked’ at 1 team’s multi-year offer before choosing to retire appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs in five games in June to win their first NBA championship since 1973. That ended 53…
Former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook remains unsigned after a strong 2025-26 season with the Sacramento Kings. Westbrook averaged 15.2 points, 6.7 assists, and 5.4 rebounds…
Several teams could use the services of point guard Russell Westbrook this upcoming season, including his team from last year, the Sacramento Kings.
Every NBA season could be the last for some of the league’s biggest stars, and 2026-27 will be no different. Several veterans are entering campaigns…
