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Lakers rookie guard cleared for debut after preseason injury

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to face off agains the visiting Toronto Raptors on Sunday as they look to erase the bitter taste of their collapse against the Golden State Warriors on Friday. And they potentially will have reinforcements in the wing. Lakers rookie guard Cameron Carr was no longer on the team’s injury […] The post Lakers rookie guard cleared for debut after preseason injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Does Thunder’s depleted health open Warriors window for this season?

The Oklahoma City Thunder’s injury crisis may hand a West‑coast opening to the Golden State Warriors. After the Oct. 25 loss to the Clippers, the Thunder have lost starter Jalen Williams (fractured fibula, dislocated ankle), Cason Wallace (torn labrum) and Chet Holmgren (patellar‑tendon tear), sidelining them for 8–10 weeks each, leaving only Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander and Moses Hartenstein healthy. The spate of injuries parallels past playoff upsets, and with other Western teams like the Timberwolves and Grizzlies also missing stars, the Warriors could capitalize as Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody return in 2027. The article examines how the Thunder’s depleted roster could reshape the conference race this season.

Sens Dismantle Sharks, 5-1

The Ottawa Senators crush the San Jose Sharks 5-1 on Oct. 31, 2026, snapping a winless stretch and bolstering their playoff hopes in the Atlantic Division. Coach Jason Spezza’s line shuffles—Cozens to Stützle’s wing, Pinto at 2C, and Greig at 3C—pay off as Ottawa controls possession from the opening face‑off. Dylan Cozens opens the scoring, followed by goals from Batherson, Tomasino (his first point as a Senator), and a late power‑play finish by Stützle after a bench‑minor on the Sens. Goal‑ie Joonas Ersson backs up the win with solid saves. The victory nets two points and a needed confidence boost as the Sens close out October.

Cowboys soft November schedule keeps playoff hopes alive

After a 38-21 win over the Eagles, the Dallas Cowboys enter November with a soft schedule that could keep their playoff hopes alive. Four of their next five games are at home, and only the 49ers (6-1) pose a genuine challenge. The Cowboys host the rebuilding Cardinals, travel to the talent‑depleted Colts, host the injury‑hit 49ers, host the struggling Titans, and finish with a Thanksgiving home game against the Eagles. The article argues each matchup is winnable, highlighting home‑field advantage, opponent rebuilds, and Dallas’s health surge.

JJ Redick’s blunt take after Lakers blow 25-point lead in loss vs. Warriors

After watching the Los Angeles Lakers cough up a 25-point lead in their 112-95 loss to the Golden State Warriors, head coach JJ Redick put the loss into perspective on Friday. The Lakers outscored the Warriors 38-15 in the opening frame before Golden State returned the favor before halftime, and then took the lead for […] The post JJ Redick’s blunt take after Lakers blow 25-point lead in loss vs. Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Some less important stories from 2026

The post recaps the San Francisco Giants’ 2026 season beyond the author’s top‑five stories, highlighting manager Tony Vitello’s shaky debut, a promising but injury‑marred hitting corps—including breakout Casey Schmitt, rising Bryce Eldridge, and solid contributors Drew Gilbert, Victor Bericoto, and Daniel Susac—and pitcher Logan Webb’s drop to a 3.1 fWAR after a knee injury, raising questions about his long‑term trajectory. It also notes successful trades and prospects like Anthony Molina, while attendance fell short of last year’s 2.9 million mark, reaching 2,856,810 amid mixed fan enthusiasm. The piece offers a nuanced look at the Giants’ challenges and bright spots.

Heat’s Klay Thompson makes thoughts extremely clear on upcoming Warriors matchup

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat on a two-game winning streak after the 145-135 win over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night, coming after the surprising 0-4 start to the season, a big bright spot was newcomer Klay Thompson. After Thompson’s first explosive game for the Heat against the Pacers after a slow start to […] The post Heat’s Klay Thompson makes thoughts extremely clear on upcoming Warriors matchup appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Lakers, Warriors Rival 7 NBA Teams to Win Race for $180 Million Duo

The New Orleans Pelicans have spent months turning away calls about Herb Jones and Trey Murphy III. That hasn’t stopped nine teams from sending scouts to watch them, and the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors are among them. ClutchPoints’ Chris Dodson reported that the Lakers, Warriors and the Oklahoma City Thunder are among […] The post Lakers, Warriors Rival 7 NBA Teams to Win Race for $180 Million Duo appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Why Stephen Curry, Draymond Green are ruled out for Sunday’s game vs. Clippers

After Friday’s resounding victory in the NBA Cup group play stage against the Los Angeles Lakers, Warriors stars Stephen Curry and Draymond Green will miss Sunday’s game against the Clippers. The NBA’s latest injury report lists Curry and Green out, along with Moses Moody and Jimmy Butler. Curry is out with a right knee injury, […] The post Why Stephen Curry, Draymond Green are ruled out for Sunday’s game vs. Clippers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

49ers potential receiver trade pursuit draws intriguing take

With the San Francisco 49ers on a bye week after the disappointing 29-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, the talk around the team has been about who the team will target ahead of Nov. 10’s trade deadline. As rumors will surround the 49ers until then, the one position that has been attached to the team […] The post 49ers potential receiver trade pursuit draws intriguing take appeared first on ClutchPoints .