ClutchPoints 4 mins ago
Report: Lakers not giving Andre Ingram another 10-day contract, will sign Scott Machado
Andre Ingram’s time in the NBA has come to a close once again – for now, at least. According to Bill Oram of The Athletic, the Los Angeles Lakers will not sign the well-traveled sharpshooter to a second 10-day contract, ending his second stint with the team. The Lakers are not renewing Andre Ingrams 10-day […] The post Report: Lakers not giving Andre Ingram another 10-day contract, will sign Scott Machado appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Mercury News 7 mins ago
James Harden’s new NBA record highlights Stephen Curry’s indelible impact on the game
Stephen Curry's dominance and influence on the NBA's 3-point shooting revolution are still, somehow, understated.
ClutchPoints 11 mins ago
Bulls star Zach LaVine (thigh) to play vs. Wizards
Despite dealing with a right thigh contusion, Chicago Bulls shooting guard Zach LaVine will play on Wednesday at home against the Washington Wizards. LaVine was listed as questionable on Tuesday, but head coach Jim Boylen decided to give him the green light. Per Coach Boylen, Zach LaVine will play tonight. — Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) March […] The post Bulls star Zach LaVine (thigh) to play vs. Wizards appeared first on ClutchPoints.
www.ocregister.com 13 mins ago
Clippers players appreciate Doc Rivers’ long-term commitment plans
Rookie Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was among those pleased to learn of his coach's plans to stick with the Clippers: "The fact that he's committed to us the same way we're committed to him every night on the floor is cool."
ClutchPoints 16 mins ago
Tim Hardaway Sr. compares Kristaps Porzingis’ situation with Knicks to Kawhi Leonard with Spurs
Count former NBA player and the father of Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr., Tim Hardaway Sr., as someone who didn’t understand what happened between Kristaps Porzingis and the New York Knicks. Porzingis reportedly had a meeting with Knicks near the end of January, and then a few hours later, reports came out about him […] The post Tim Hardaway Sr. compares Kristaps Porzingis’ situation with Knicks to Kawhi Leonard with Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NESN.com 17 mins ago
Chris Broussard Believes This Young NBA Star Is ‘A New Age Larry Bird’
What will the NBA look like in five years? Chris Broussard raised an interesting point Wednesday on FS1’s “Undisputed” while... Read More »
ClutchPoints 20 mins ago
Brad Stevens says his ‘eyes’ tell him Celtics’ defense is doing worse than the numbers say
Brad Stevens, though a champion of analytics since he was hired as head coach of the Boston Celtics, apparently still hedges toward eyes test rather than advanced statistics when it comes to his team’s defense. Based on analytics, the Celtics are considered a top-five team on the defensive end. However, Stevens swears that his team […] The post Brad Stevens says his ‘eyes’ tell him Celtics’ defense is doing worse than the numbers say appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Brew Hoop 28 mins ago
Bucks vs. Cavaliers Game Thread
Tipoff is set for 6:00 PM CST Milwaukee Bucks. Cleveland Cavaliers. Milwaukee is on a back-to-back and the teams play again come Sunday. Let’s hope this is another take care of business game for the Bucks. It may be a tad tougher without Giannis Antetokounmpo and a bevy of other Bucks in the lineup though. I’ll never advocate for skipping a game, but if you’ve been putting off date night with the significant other for awhile...it may be a good night to do so. Go Bucks. Giannis Antetokounmpo is out tonight. #Bucks— Spencer Davies (@SpinDavies) March 20, 2019 Here’s the preview...
The Denver Post 31 mins ago
Inside Nuggets winning streak: Three numbers to help explain Denver’s surge
Ever since Denver coach Michael Malone called his team out with a brief, terse postgame news conference after they’d been embarrassed at Golden State, the Nuggets (47-22) haven’t lost.
ClutchPoints 31 mins ago
Stephen A. Smith says it’s time to start paying attention to Nets
The Brooklyn Nets orchestrated one of the best comebacks of the 2018-19 NBA season last night when they overcame a 28-point deficit to defeat the Sacramento Kings. Point guard D’Angelo Russell scored 27 of his 44 points in the final frame, and the Nets improved to 37-36 on the season. Brooklyn also made a fan […] The post Stephen A. Smith says it’s time to start paying attention to Nets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 34 mins ago
Top 20 NBA Draft prospects in the 2019 NCAA Tournament
The 2019 NCAA Tournament is loaded with the next group of players to hit the NBA Draft. From Duke to Washington, there are many teams with future NBA stars. Here are the five best NBA prospects in each region, starting with the South. South 1. DeAndre Hunter – Virginia All aboard the DeAndre Hunter train. […] The post Top 20 NBA Draft prospects in the 2019 NCAA Tournament appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 36 mins ago
Sixers’ Ben Simmons on pace to be 1st player since Oscar Robertson to average 16-8-8 over his 1st 2 seasons
Sixers All-Star point-forward Ben Simmons is on pace to become the first player since the legendary Oscar Robertson to average at least 16 points, eight rebounds and eight assists over his first two seasons in the NBA, according to Basketball Reference. Simmons currently has career averages of 16.4 points, 8.6 rebounds and 8.0 assists. Ben […] The post Sixers’ Ben Simmons on pace to be 1st player since Oscar Robertson to average 16-8-8 over his 1st 2 seasons appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Liberty Ballers 38 mins ago
Sixers vs. Celtics: 1st Half Game Thread
Game Info Who: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics When: 7:00 pm EST Where: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, PA Watch: ESPN, NBC Sports Phila Listen: 97.5 The Fanatic Follow: @Liberty_Ballers Vegas: Sixers -3 (10:54 am) Projected Starters & Injury
Pippen Ain't Easy 47 mins ago
Chicago Bulls: Why tonight’s game vs Wizards is can’t-miss TV
As the Chicago Bulls look primed to host the Washington Wizards tonight, there will be several key storylines worth keeping your eye on. When the Wizards attempt to storm the United Center, the Chicago Bulls will have plenty on their plate. With only 10 games remaining on the schedule, and Chicago being far out of […] Chicago Bulls: Why tonight’s game vs Wizards is can’t-miss TV - Pippen Aint Easy - Pippen Aint Easy - A Chicago Bulls Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
ClutchPoints 48 mins ago
Sixers coach Brett Brown thinks ‘it’s important’ to defeat Celtics on Wednesday
Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown thinks “it’s important” for the Sixers to defeat the Boston Celtics on Wednesday at home. The Sixers are 0-3 versus the Celtics this season and have struggled against them over the past few seasons. Boston eliminated the Sixers in the 2018 playoffs in the second-round in five games as […] The post Sixers coach Brett Brown thinks ‘it’s important’ to defeat Celtics on Wednesday appeared first on ClutchPoints.
