Lakers coach makes stern demand of players or else: ‘I’ll take these guys out’
Lakers players better start letting it fly, or else.
Basketball
Is Trey Kaufman-Renn Playing Tonight? Kansas Eligibility Question Looms vs. Fordham
Trey Kaufman-Renn’s college basketball career appeared to be over when Purdue’s season ended in the spring. He’s now getting another chance, though, as eligibility rules throughout college hoops are shifting. Kaufman-Renn no longer plays for the Boilermakers, though. Just last month, he signed on with the Kansas Jayhawks. Kansas plays its first game of the […] The post Is Trey Kaufman-Renn Playing Tonight? Kansas Eligibility Question Looms vs. Fordham appeared first on HEAVY.
Kyrie Irving’s latest injury update goes wrong direction for Mavericks-Kings tilt
The Dallas Mavericks have gotten off to a surprisingly strong start to the 2026-27 NBA season, currently sitting at 4-2 ahead of Monday’s clash against the winless Sacramento Kings. While Cooper Flagg has gotten most of the headlines, veteran point guard Kyrie Irving has also rounded back into form after making his return from an […] The post Kyrie Irving’s latest injury update goes wrong direction for Mavericks-Kings tilt appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Miami vs. Florida prediction: Thomas Haugh shines in college hoops season opener
The top-ranked Gators get a good test right off the bat.
Tim MacMahon plants Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg top-10 player flag with Luka Doncic trade take
ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins believes Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg is a top-10 player, and he isn’t the only one, as Tim MacMahon explained why he wouldn’t trade the NBA’s 2025 top prospect for Los Angeles Lakers All-Star Luka Doncic. After the Mavericks posted a 4-2 record, Flagg’s impressive start to the 2026-27 season hasn’t gone […] The post Tim MacMahon plants Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg top-10 player flag with Luka Doncic trade take appeared first on ClutchPoints.
‘Luka (Dončić’s) Name Living Rent Free,’ ‘Disrespect Is Too Much’ – Fans React As ESPN Insider Claims He Wouldn’t Trade Cooper Flagg for Lakers Star
Basketball fans reacted after ESPN insider Tim MacMahon claimed he would not trade Cooper Flagg for Luka Dončić.
Michael Wilbon Announces Decision To Step Away From ESPN
Wilbon says his break from ESPN is not retirement.
Kawhi Leonard Gets Good News on Injury Front for Raptors
Toronto Raptors superstar Kawhi Leonard got good news on the injury front as he works his way back from a knee injury. Leonard is currently out with knee swelling, with no exact timetable for his return known at this point; some reports say he will be out for days and others say he will be […] The post Kawhi Leonard Gets Good News on Injury Front for Raptors appeared first on HEAVY.
Kings rumors: Domantas Sabonis trade talk should surprise absolutely nobody as frustrations mount
The Sacramento Kings have endured a difficult start to the season and are yet to win after six games in the regular season. Their latest loss, a 136-105 blowout against the Memphis Grizzlies, has once again ignited potential trade talks for star man Domantas Sabonis. Speaking to Tim Bontemps on The Hoop Collective, Brian Windhorst […] The post Kings rumors: Domantas Sabonis trade talk should surprise absolutely nobody as frustrations mount appeared first on ClutchPoints.
College Football Analyst Links Current ACC Head Coach To Florida State Opening
On Sunday afternoon, Florida State made the decision that seemed to be one that was in the making for a long time, firing head football coach Mike Norvell. The move came after a loss on Saturday night at home to Clemson. However, you could make the case that the timing was odd. The Seminoles entered […] The post College Football Analyst Links Current ACC Head Coach To Florida State Opening appeared first on HEAVY.
Texas football’s Steve Sarkisian puts pressure on Arch Manning with mic drop ahead of Missouri clash
On Saturday, the Texas football program improved to 6-2 on the 2026 college football season with a blowout home win over the Mississippi State Bulldogs. It was the second straight strong game for quarterback Arch Manning, who has bounced back after murmurs of a benching came following the team’s loss to Florida two weeks ago. […] The post Texas football’s Steve Sarkisian puts pressure on Arch Manning with mic drop ahead of Missouri clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Luka Doncic is shining on defense, has perfect 2-word reaction to praise
Luka Doncic was candid in his response to earning defensive praise.
Pacers Injury Report Reveals 8 Players Out, Including Tyrese Haliburton News
The Indiana Pacers are going to be incredibly shorthanded on Monday night when they take on the Atlanta Hawks. Injuries, including to Tyrese Haliburton, have the Pacers with one of the bulkiest injury reports to show up early in this 2026-27 NBA season. They’ve got nearly double-digit players listed as out. The official tally as […] The post Pacers Injury Report Reveals 8 Players Out, Including Tyrese Haliburton News appeared first on HEAVY.
Ex-Heat Center Gets Word On His Future With Bucks After Trade
A former Miami Heat center had a decision made regarding his future on Monday, November 2. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Milwaukee Bucks have exercised the fourth-year options on Kel’el Ware’s rookie-scale contract. Ware is set to make $7.14 million for the 2027-2028 NBA season. In addition to Ware, the Bucks also picked […] The post Ex-Heat Center Gets Word On His Future With Bucks After Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
Michael Wilbon makes sobering health confession as he takes indefinite leave from PTI, ESPN NBA coverage
Fans should not expect to see Michael Wilbon on ESPN anytime soon, as he is taking an indefinite leave from the network and its Pardon the Interruption show after his latest health update. Wilbon took to X, formerly Twitter, to issue a statement on his indefinite leave. He immediately emphasized that this “isn’t retirement,” but […] The post Michael Wilbon makes sobering health confession as he takes indefinite leave from PTI, ESPN NBA coverage appeared first on ClutchPoints.
‘A Win Of a Season’ – Analyst Shares Bullish Outlook on Angel Reese, Dream Despite WNBA Finals Loss
An analyst believes the Dream don't need an overhaul after losing Game 7 of the WNBA Finals, pointing to Angel Reese's first season in Atlanta.
Lakers’ Luka Doncic fires defiant message at defensive doubters as he scorches Raptors
Los Angeles Lakers All-Star Luka Doncic is making a concious effort to become a better defender this season, he said, after a 131-125 win against the Toronto Raptors. While not everyone’s buying into the early MVP hype surrounding Doncic, he’s well aware of his defensive shortcomings. He also finished with five steals and one block […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic fires defiant message at defensive doubters as he scorches Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Sophie Cunningham gets back into gym after WNBA season ends as Indiana Fever star shows off toned body
SOPHIE Cunningham is making sure to keep in peak condition after her WNBA season came to a conclusion. Cunningham, 30, has been very busy since the Indiana Fever were dumped…
ClutchPoints’ 2026-27 NBA Power Rankings Week 3: Rockets, Pistons, 76ers take top spots amid league-wide injury concerns
Can we just quit it with all the injuries? Two weeks into the 2026-27 NBA season, we have already seen too many All-Star-level talents go down with serious injuries that are directly affecting the league’s championship hierarchy and the latest power rankings. Just look at what has happened to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Entering the […] The post ClutchPoints’ 2026-27 NBA Power Rankings Week 3: Rockets, Pistons, 76ers take top spots amid league-wide injury concerns appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Northern Kentucky’s Basketball Team Spent Close To An Hour Trapped In An Elevator Ahead Of Its Season Opener
Every college basketball team hopes to open up the season on the right foot. However, the guys suiting up for Northern Kentucky this year encountered an unexpected issue on the eve of their first game after enduring an ordeal in an elevator they were stuck inside for an extended period of time. Earlier this year, […] The post Northern Kentucky’s Basketball Team Spent Close To An Hour Trapped In An Elevator Ahead Of Its Season Opener appeared first on BroBible.
Why Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama refuses to back down on gambling, alcohol promotion stance
The San Antonio Spurs have rounded into form after a tough start to the season, now sitting at 4-2 on the 2026-27 campaign. Spurs star Victor Wembanyama recently made headlines by criticizing his fellow NBA stars who have gotten into bed with gambling companies by promoting their products. Now, Wembanyama has doubled down on that […] The post Why Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama refuses to back down on gambling, alcohol promotion stance appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Grambling starts hoops season with clutch 3 AM victory over Northern Illinois
Grambling State University basketball kicked off its season in an unusual way as the college basketball season starts this week. Grambling faced off against Northern Illinois in the Field of 68’s opening-day marathon. The marathon was built as a 24-hour basketball celebration, a showcase to the sport, similar to ESPN’s 24-hour tip-off marathon. ESPN broadcast […] The post Grambling starts hoops season with clutch 3 AM victory over Northern Illinois appeared first on ClutchPoints.
“I Won’t Put Them In” – JJ Redick Puts Bronny James and Lakers Reserves On Notice After Nearly Blowing 15-Point Lead vs. Raptors in 1:44 Minutes
Lakers coach JJ Redick blasted his reserves for underwhelming showing against the Raptors in the final two minutes.