Warriors to Pursue National-Champion College Basketball HC If Steve Kerr Leaves
If Steve Kerr is done as the Warriors head coach, Golden State will pursue a top college basketball head coach who recently won a championship.
NBA playoffs
Alperen Sengun reacts to viral LeBron James video from Game 1 vs. Lakers
The Houston Rockets are hopeful for a bounce-back Game 2 performance after a very disappointing Game 1 against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. In particular, the Rockets need much more from All-Star center Alperen Sengun. In a Game 1 that saw Kevin Durant sidelined due to a bruised right knee, Sengun finished with […] The post Alperen Sengun reacts to viral LeBron James video from Game 1 vs. Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes has had Luke Kennard stock for over a decade
The Los Angeles Lakers needed other players to step up down the stretch before the NBA Playoffs. King James can still take over games, but those moments are getting fewer and farther between, which gives other players a chance to step up. In addition to that, a rash of injuries allowed players like Luke Kennard […] The post Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes has had Luke Kennard stock for over a decade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
“He’s Going to Look at All His Opportunities”: Jeanie Buss Sparks Speculation on LeBron James’ Lakers Future With Uncertain Statement
LeBron James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers has been in doubt for a long time.
Kevin Durant’s Mysterious Injury: Doctor Raises Serious Long-Term Concerns Amid Lakers Series
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant didn’t play against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the first round. Whether he will play in Game 2 is still “up in the air,” according to recent reports. The 37-year-old forward suffered a right knee contusion during practice earlier this week and having missed the opening game, […] The post Kevin Durant’s Mysterious Injury: Doctor Raises Serious Long-Term Concerns Amid Lakers Series appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein reveals 2 biggest areas of improvement for Chet Holmgren in 2025-26
In only his second season with the Oklahoma City Thunder, starting center Isaiah Hartenstein saw Chet Holmgren’s gains first-hand. Earning his first All-Star selection, Holmgren emerged as a DPOY candidate in 2025-26. For Hartenstein, it all started in the offseason, where the two 7-footers spent plenty of days working out together. Ahead of defending the […] The post Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein reveals 2 biggest areas of improvement for Chet Holmgren in 2025-26 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Hawks’ CJ McCollum walks back Jalen Brunson foul ‘Broadway show’ comments
Trae Young may not be there this season to add fuel to the Atlanta Hawks-New York Knicks rivalry, but that doesn’t mean there can’t be some fireworks. CJ McCollum and Jalen Brunson were in the media after Game 1, as the Hawks’ guard called out the Knicks’ star for what he thought was an embellishment […] The post Hawks’ CJ McCollum walks back Jalen Brunson foul ‘Broadway show’ comments appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Timberwolves vs. Nuggets Game 2 prediction: NBA playoffs picks, odds, best bet
The final score from Game 1 is somewhat misleading.
Celtics' Joe Mazzulla names unexpected NBA Playoffs-winning Jayson Tatum change – sportingnews.com
Celtics' Joe Mazzulla names unexpected NBA Playoffs-winning Jayson Tatum change sportingnews.com
Why Thunder’s Mark Daigneault expects bounce back Devin Booker performance in Game 2
Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault anticipates a more competitive Game 2 in his best-of-7 series against All-Star Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns. After a 119-84 blowout win in their series opener, Daigneault mentioned the Suns’ weary road toward the 8th seed, including two games in the Play-In Tournament. At the same time, […] The post Why Thunder’s Mark Daigneault expects bounce back Devin Booker performance in Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Angel Reese Celebrates Boyfriend’s Round 1 NBA Playoff Upset Win – The Spun
Angel Reese Celebrates Boyfriend’s Round 1 NBA Playoff Upset Win The Spun
JJ Redick reveals strategy behind Luke Kennard’s monster Game 1 performance vs. Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers surprised most by taking down the Houston Rockets in Game 1 of their first round NBA playoff series despite playing without superstar Luka Doncic and star guard Austin Reaves. Even without superstar Kevin Durant in the Rockets lineup, LeBron James was his usual, dominant self via his all-around capabilities, but it […] The post JJ Redick reveals strategy behind Luke Kennard’s monster Game 1 performance vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bucks ‘seriously interested’ in Taylor Jenkins after firing Doc Rivers
The Milwaukee Bucks will be going into a new direction next season as they look to find a new head coach. It looks like they’ve already started the search, and they have a serious interest in Taylor Jenkins, according to The Athletic. “Team owners Wes Edens and Jimmy Haslam and general manager Jon Horst made […] The post Bucks ‘seriously interested’ in Taylor Jenkins after firing Doc Rivers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bill Simmons rips Spurs’ color-coordinated arena: ‘It’s not time for gimmicks’
Just about every single person watching the San Antonio Spurs put the beatdown on the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 1 of their first-round series on Sunday came away with two reactions: holy sh*t, Victor Wembanyama is good, and holy sh*t, the color-coordination in the arena is the coolest thing ever. Every single person, that…
LeBron James gets real on expanding Lakers NBA Playoffs role vs. Rockets – sportingnews.com
LeBron James gets real on expanding Lakers NBA Playoffs role vs. Rockets sportingnews.com
Lonzo Ball Announces Unfortunate Personal News After 7th NBA Season
Lonzo Ball did not have the 2025-26 NBA season he was hoping for. The former Los Angeles Lakers guard began the season with the Cleveland Cavaliers, appearing in 35 games and averaging 4.6 points on 30.1% shooting, 4.0 rebounds and 3.9 assists in 20.8 minutes per game. But ahead of the trade ...
Rockets ‘optimistic’ about Kevin Durant’s injury status before Game 2 vs. Lakers
The Houston Rockets have been dealt with a surprise injury to start the 2026 NBA Playoffs as they take on the LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. Superstar forward Kevin Durant was sidelined in Game 1 due to a knee injury, but could be back soon. Durant, who has been a model of health […] The post Rockets ‘optimistic’ about Kevin Durant’s injury status before Game 2 vs. Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
LeBron James’ post-NBA media plans are already in motion
LeBron James’ retirement timeline remains unclear, but his business partner is already mapping out what comes next. Maverick Carter appeared at last week’s Semafor World Economy gathering and laid out how he and James are thinking about life after basketball, notably that it does not involve a desk at ESPN, NBC, or Amazon. Carter told…
‘Mind-Blowing’ — 4-Time NBA All-Star Argues Magic Johnson Comparisons Are Disrespectful to LeBron James
DeMarcus Cousins was not in agreement with Derek Fisher's take of saying LeBron James was in his Magic Johnson era.
Draymond Green Raises Eyebrows With Cryptic Take on Steve Kerr’s Future as Warriors Coach
Draymond Green’s latest remarks on Steve Kerr have fans talking, as questions grow around the Warriors coach’s future.
‘A Far Superior Team’ — Celtics Legend Disrespects 76ers, Explains He Skipped Game 1 Since It Was a ‘Waste’
Paul Pierce thinks the Philadelphia 76ers have no shot of upsetting the Boston Celtics in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs.
Stephen A. Smith forgot Golden State Warriors made playoffs last year
Stephen A. Smith might not be a Golden State Warriors expert; he plays one on TV. Most NBA fans have watched the Warriors in the NBA playoffs quite a bit in recent years. But apparently, Stephen A. Smith hasn’t watched them in the playoffs since 2022. On Monday morning on First Take, Smith discussed whether Steve…
Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese Send 3-Word Messages Reacting to 2026 NBA Playoffs
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese both took to social media Sunday to react to NBA playoff action, all in three words each. Their reactions said everything.
New Trail Blazers Owner Catching Heat For Pattern Of Penny-Pinching After Buying Team For Over $4 Billion
It’s been less than a month since Tom Dundon became the proud new owner of the Portland Trail Blazers after spending more than $4 billion to acquire the franchise. However, his tenure has gotten off to a rough start thanks to a slew of reports concerning the lengths he’s willing to go to in order […] The post New Trail Blazers Owner Catching Heat For Pattern Of Penny-Pinching After Buying Team For Over $4 Billion appeared first on BroBible.