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The Detroit Pistons continued their strong performance with another impressive win, as Dennis Jenkins had a standout performance against the Los Angeles Lakers. A clutch, game-winning shot clinched the victory, showcasing Jenkins’ confidence in a key moment.

Jenkins turned in a career night, finishing with a career-high 30 points, eight assists and four rebounds. The Pistons relied on him late in the game and his performance was crucial as they defeated a revived Los Angeles team 113–110.

With the win, the Pistons remain firmly on top of the Eastern Conference standings at 52–19, five games ahead of the second-place Boston Celtics. It was their fourth consecutive win and seventh in the last eight games, while the Lakers’ nine-match winning streak ended.

Jenkins took control late and scored key points. He sized up Austin Reeves on the right wing, delivered a powerful jab step, and created space with an effortless step-back before knocking down a confident mid-range jumper to put Detroit in front. After this, he converted the important free throw to ensure the victory and maintained his composure in a tough match.

NBA star Axe, formerly of the NBA, shared Jenkins’ postgame reaction on Twitter, in which he discussed his fearless mentality after burying the decisive shot.

“I’m in that position for a reason. I just have to go out and be me.”

“I’m in that position for a reason, I just have to go out and be me.”

Dennis Jenkins (career-high 30p) on his game-winner! pic.twitter.com/pWd6QSWO8u

– NBA (@NBA) 24 March 2026

The league’s post highlighted the second-year guard’s confidence after a career-best performance. His response reflects the growing confidence Detroit has placed in him during high-pressure situations.

The result further solidifies the Pistons’ position as a legitimate contender. Jenkins is emerging as a reliable late-game option, adding another dimension to the team’s success.

Ultimately, Detroit is building momentum at the right time. With Jenkins’ production increasing and the team’s winning streak continuing, the Pistons are becoming increasingly dangerous as the postseason approaches, with contributions coming from the entire roster. The team is also expected to welcome back superstar point guard Cade Cunningham around the start of the playoffs after a lung injury, which will provide a big boost.

With just a few weeks left for WWE WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, Nevada, WWE is also set to organize and host its annual traditional Hall of Fame ceremony. With several notable inductees already announced, the promotion has now introduced NBA legend Dennis Rodman as another Hall of Fame inductee.

ESPN’s Shams Charania previously confirmed on Friday, March 20, 2026, that Dennis Rodman, best known in the wrestling circuit for his numerous WCW matches as a member of the nWo in the 1990s, will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame during WrestleMania 42 weekend. The 2026 Hall of Fame class now includes Stephanie McMahon, AJ Styles, Demolition (Axe & Smash) and Rodman.

According to ESPN sources, “Crossover: Basketball Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in April. Rodman debuted in WCW in 1997 and famously skipped practice for a wrestling match with Hulk Hogan during the 1998 NBA Finals. Two HOFs for Rodman,” Charania wrote.

Rodman was involved in the WCW Bash at the Beach in both 1997 and 1998. He teamed with Hulk Hogan, which included a match against fellow basketball legend Karl Malone and WCW’s Diamond Dallas Page in 1998.

Rodman is often considered one of the greatest NBA rebounders of all time. He is best known for his stints as part of the Chicago Bulls and Detroit Pistons. Rodman played an important role in the 1990s alongside Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen. Rodman, 64, is also known for his appearances outside of WWE and WCW. In 2023, he made a few appearances in AEW and was even in The Acclaimed’s corner at the All Out PPV.

Dennis Rodman will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in April, sources say @shamscharania.

Rodman is also in the Basketball Hall of Fame. pic.twitter.com/f8CvWDxMwj

– ESPN (@espn) 20 March 2026

周二晚上，克利夫兰骑士队对阵底特律活塞队，这是对前者的良好试金石。整个赛季，骑士队的表现都低于预期，尽管自从詹姆斯·哈登通过交易到来后，他们已经翻开了新的一页。尽管多诺万·米切尔缺阵，骑士队还是在主场以 113-109 战胜了活塞队。

比赛进行到一半时，凯德·坎宁安和前队友丹尼斯·施罗德之间发生了有趣的互动。看起来就像是活塞队的球星 没怎么保持联系 即使在去年两人在季后赛中并肩作战之后，这位德国场上将军也让坎宁安知道了他对此的感受。

“现在别跟我说话。我试图给你打电话，但你不接电话，”施罗德通过 X 上的官方 ClutchPoints 帐户（以前称为 Twitter）说道。 “你听到了 MVP 的口号，但现在你不再接电话了，是吗？不过我明白了。”

“你听到了 MVP 的口号，但现在你不再接电话了，是吗？不过我明白了。”

丹尼斯·施罗德对凯德·坎宁安说😅
pic.twitter.com/ZzoETrATEm

— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) 2026 年 3 月 4 日

这可能只是两个前队友之间的玩笑。施罗德如此频繁地更换球队，以至于很难了解他在哪里以及他在做什么，也许坎宁安只是那种不太积极通过社交媒体保持联系的人。

尽管如此，当晚笑到最后的还是施罗德。

丹尼斯·施罗德，骑士队笑到了凯德·坎宁安，活塞队

活塞队决定不再将施罗德带回来，因为他在去年的季后赛中发挥了关键作用，六场比赛后最终输给了纽约尼克斯队。但现在施罗德带着一支有竞争力的球队骑士队回归，他有机会向去年放走他的球队报仇。

当晚，施罗德至少在活塞队的比赛中扳回一球，这很可能是东部第二轮对决的预演。

On Tuesday night, the Cleveland Cavaliers face the Detroit Pistons in a good litmus test for the East. Throughout the season, the Cavs have played below expectations, although they are turning over a new leaf since James Harden arrived via trade. And the Cavs, despite being without Donovan Mitchell for the night, overcame the Pistons and won 113–109 at home.

Halfway through the game, Cade Cunningham and former teammate Dennis Schroder had an interesting conversation. This piston looks like a star haven’t kept in touch much That’s even with Schröder after the two battled together in the postseason last year, and the German floor general told Cunningham how he felt about it.

“Don’t talk to me anymore. I tried to call you and you’re not answering the phone,” Schroder said via the official ClutchPoints account on X (formerly Twitter). “You got MVP mantras and now you’re not answering the phone, huh? Still I got you.”

“You got MVP mantras and now you’re not answering the phone, huh? Still I got you.”

Dennis Schroder to Cade Cunningham 😅
pic.twitter.com/ZzoETrATEm

– ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) 4 March 2026

This could just be a joke between two former teammates. Schroder changes teams so often that it becomes difficult to keep track of where he is and what he’s doing, and perhaps Cunningham is the kind of person who isn’t very active in keeping in touch via social media.

However, it was Schroder who got the last laugh that night.

Dennis Schroder, Cavs get last laugh on Cade Cunningham, Pistons

The Pistons decided not to bring Schroder back after he played a key role in their playoff run last year, which ended with a loss to the New York Knicks after six games. But now that Schroder is back with a competitive team in the Cavs, he has a chance to get revenge on the team that let him go last year.

And on the night, Schroder at least got a return to action on the Pistons, and it could be a preview of a potential second-round matchup in the East.

In recent memory, many have compared Golden State Warriors power forward Draymond Green to NBA legend Dennis Rodman. The reason for this is his aggressive play on the court and his controversial actions and statements outside the court. Rodman himself once said that Green is the only player in the NBA who reminds him of him.

However, according to ScoopB.com, Green is not at all among those who try to compare him to Rodman. He told sports media personality Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson that he found these comparisons “lazy”.

“People always make comparisons between you and Dennis Rodman and I don’t think that’s fair,” Robinson said.

“It’s not fair to the way Rodman came back to basketball,” Green said. “Dennis Rodman was one of the most elite rebounders we’ve seen in this league, and I think it’s unfair to make comparisons between us.”

Green is playing his 13th season in the NBA. All those years were spent with the warriors. During this time, he helped lead Golden State to four NBA championships (2015, 2017, 2018, 2022). In 2017, Green was named NBA Defensive Player of the Year.

Additionally, he is a four-time NBA All-Star.

Overall, the comparisons to Rodman come from his high-octane defensive effectiveness. Sometimes, the presence of both can be destabilizing on the floor. Rodman was recognized as the premier rebounder of his era, but was not much of an offensive threat. Green, meanwhile, is regarded more as a playwright.

Still, the two will be forever linked, whether justified or not.

The start of the 2025-26 season was anything but steady for Atlanta Hawks guard Rayjay Dennis. After starting the year with the Indiana Pacers, he was waived in late November when the team signed Ethan Thompson. Soon after, he was picked up by the LA Clippers. He spent about a month with the Clippers before being waived. Shortly after his release, he signed a two-way contract with the Hawks.

Raze Dennis has been playing for the Hawks on his two-way contract for almost two months, his longest period of stability this season. Although the season got off to a quiet start, Dennis had an unwavering belief in himself that kept him focused on achieving his NBA dream.

“I’m living a dream, so it’s always a blessing,” Dennis tells ClutchPoints in an exclusive interview. “I’ve been able to be on two-way contracts, so I’m very blessed and just trying to take it day by day and get better. Honestly, I’m just grateful. Grateful for the opportunity at Indiana, grateful for the quick stint with the Clippers and grateful that Atlanta is believing in me.”

Dennis’ debut in the NBA came before last season when he signed with the Clippers. He used strong performances in the summer league to earn an invitation to training camp, but was released just days after camp began. He joined the Washington Wizards on a two-way contract, but was waived before the start of the regular season.

His first official stint on an NBA regular season roster did not come to fruition until January 2025 when the Pacers signed him to a two-way contract. Dennis was putting up numbers for the Clippers’ San Diego affiliate in the G League, and the Pacers added him for backcourt depth.

Dennis played a total of 11 matches for the Pacers last season. Although his time with the team was ultimately cut short, he was able to pick up important habits in terms of finding success in the NBA amid the Pacers’ run to the NBA Finals.

“I think it’s the little things,” Dennis said. “It’s the little things, I think it’s confidence and I think the camaraderie of our team was really good. Obviously we had the talent, the horses to do it, but I think those three things were extremely important to success.”

Raze Dennis is developing games with Hawks

Since signing a two-way contract with the Hawks, Dennis has appeared in only one game with the team. It was a blowout loss to the Boston Celtics in which he logged a little over four minutes and finished with four assists. He may have gone scoreless, but the playmaking aspect of his game is what will ultimately get him NBA minutes.

Amid the Pacers’ injury problems at the start of the season, Dennis was appointed to immediate duty. He responded with games of six, five, five and five assists in his first four games of the year, respectively. In each of these games he played more than 25 minutes. Fine-tuning those playmaking reps starts to slow the game down.

Dennis said, “I think the biggest thing for me is that the game is getting a little slower every day. Day by day it’s getting slower, it’s getting a little easier to read.” “It’s about reads, making the right reads, being fast, making shots and staying out of foul trouble.”

In addition to learning how to be a ball-handling guard in the NBA, Dennis will have to get used to the constant shuffling that is part of the nature of a two-way contract. He is limited in terms of the number of NBA games he can play in. Since signing with the Hawks, he has spent a good portion of the season with their affiliate, the College Park Skyhawks.

Dennis has appeared in 21 games with College Park so far, averaging a little over 37 minutes per game. He is averaging 24.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, 10.4 assists and 2.5 steals, while shooting 45.4 percent from the field, 38.4 percent from the 3-point line and 76 percent from the free-throw line.

Whether it’s with the Hawks or College Park, the key to staying prepared and focused is to understand that this is an opportunity to take advantage of regardless of the situation.

“The G League is where you get two-way reps as you move up,” Dennis said. “There are some guys who have been playing a lot as a two-way this year. Normally, you don’t play a ton, you don’t really know your routine and rhythm. G is where you get all your reps. You get to work on whatever you’re working on. I’m thankful for G.”

The Hawks have about 20 games remaining in the regular season. If they reach the postseason, Dennis would not be able to play because his two-way contract would make him ineligible for the playoffs.

Dennis has yet to appear in meaningful minutes for the Hawks save for the only game against the Celtics in January, but he is confident that if his number is called, he will be able to make an impact.

“I think I can be a true point guard,” Dennis said. “I think I can spark an energy, I think just somebody that can contribute to wins and do everything. Just be a point guard. I think I can be a high level point guard and I’m excited to show that one day.

The Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers were already in a chaotic, “Twilight Zone” matchup at Little Caesars Arena when Donovan Mitchell decided to steal the show from the sideline. With a broken scoreboard and a literal handheld air horn dictating the rhythm of the game, Mitchell provided the perfect comedy beat on an otherwise tense Friday night for the Cavs.

While participating in an in-game interview from the bench, the sidelined Cavs superstar couldn’t help but play “armchair referee.” As he watched Dennis Schroder steal and then be fouled, Mitchell took over to defend his teammate. “Look at Dennis, man. That’s foul. Sorry,” he joked. It was a rare moment of jubilation in a building that felt more like a construction site than an NBA arena.

“Look at Dennis, man. This is foul.”

-Donovan Mitchell joins the broadcast from the bench pic.twitter.com/CWlyHJK2fw

– NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) 28 February 2026

Ultimately the jokes faded as the Pistons won 122–119 in an overtime thriller. Jalen Duren was a pass rusher, anchoring Detroit with a 33-point, 16-rebound triple-double. Cade Cunningham performed equally well, finishing with 26 points and seven assists to secure the win in front of the home crowd.

Despite Mitchell and James Harden being down, the Cavs refused to go quietly. Evan Mobley put up 23 points and 12 rebounds, while Jarrett Allen’s 25 points kept them alive long enough to force a 114–114 tie at the end of regulation. In the end, Detroit’s interior strength proved too much for the shorthanded Cavs to handle in the additional five minutes.

Despite showing tremendous grit and determination, the Cavs could not overcome the Pistons, who were losing their stars.

Friday night at Little Caesars Arena was already headed toward “weirdest of all time,” but things escalated from technical chaos to sideline drama. While the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers were busy navigating a broken scoreboard and a handheld air horn, some fans in the front row decided to test Dennis Schroder’s patience, and they lost.

The veteran guard, who has been a steady force for the Cavs since arriving via trade, found himself at the center of a heated exchange during the second half.

While the specific “dis” remains secret, it was enough for the officiating crew and area security to intervene. After a brief discussion near the baseline, security escorted a group of fans out of their seats. Schroder, never one to shy away from a verbal debate, seemed unfazed while guiding the offense through the strangest environment of the NBA season.

A fan was kicked out of Cavs-Pistons because of something he said to Dennis Schroder.pic.twitter.com/gvOOIH0dV7

– ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) 28 February 2026

Before the ejection and power surge that broke the arena buzzer, the game featured some legitimate heavyweight basketball. The Cleveland Cavaliers were forced to lean heavily on their frontcourt with both Donovan Mitchell and James Harden sidelined.

Evan Mobley played massive minutes to keep Cleveland in it, finishing regulation with 23 points and 12 rebounds. Sam Merrill also stepped up in a big way and finished the fourth quarter with 20 points while knocking down key shots.

The Detroit Pistons, on the other hand, continued to rely on their young core. Jalen Duren was an absolute force in the paint, scoring 33 points and 16 rebounds. Cade Cunningham nearly equaled that scoring output, dropping 25 points of his own, while dishing out seven assists to keep the Pistons’ offense fluid despite the lack of a working game clock.

When the “manual” air horn was sounded to end the fourth quarter, the score was stuck at 114–114. We’re headed for free basketball in Detroit.

In five games with his new team, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dennis Schroder is undefeated in wine and gold. In an exclusive postgame interview with ClutchPoints following the Cavs’ blowout 112-84 win over the Brooklyn Nets, Schroder shared that he’s not surprised by how quickly the group has adjusted to him, as well as fellow newcomers Keon Ellis and James Harden.

“They did their job first,” Schroder told ClutchPoints. “We’ve just tried to be included, we’ve just tried to make sure that we’re really, In fact Locked into every single game. It doesn’t matter who we play; We don’t shy away from opportunities, we shy away from good teams. Just playing my kind of basketball and trying to improve every day. I think it’s working.

“We just want to be at our peak in April. I think that’s where it matters most, and there are some steps we have to take. We have to do it every day. Everybody has to buy into it, and that’s what makes it so special right now that we’re playing at such a high level.”

Cavs All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell noticed the new mentality in the building at the team’s first practice after the All-Star break. Harden, Schroder and Ellis have helped people understand the task.

“When you bring those guys in, they bring the level of professionalism that they’ve had in the league,” Mitchell said. “That’s what I’ve been doing since I’ve been in the league, and it’s kind of like that. Just understanding, ‘Hey, we’re getting 5-in-7. Yeah, we’re new and all that, but we also come in there and say, ‘Hey, it’s time to go.'”

“I think we handled it professionally,” Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson said. “I know people work; normally, it takes three, four, five days off. It’s more… I called it a working vacation. We need to keep our bodies moving, make sure we go to the gym. I think most guys have done that. It’s part of a professional approach. But at the same time, man, we’ve got to do something here, and we finally got a sprint here. So it’s a good start, good first game.”

Since arriving in the trade with Ellis from the Sacramento Kings, Schroder has exerted his will defensively and shown his aggressiveness going downhill. Atkinson likes the contrast from the bench versus the big starting five. The 13-year veteran’s biggest impact doesn’t come in the stat sheet for this particular group or at this point in his career; it’s all about How He plays (and so does Alice) – stubborn, relentless and with an edge.

“I don’t know how many distractions there were between those guys tonight,” Atkinson said. “Keion, I’m not sure I’ve seen it in the league. Like, he can get in the passing lane; he had three blocks tonight. I knew it was part of his statistical profile, but it’s impressive to see it live. We threw Dennis in there and Sam [Merrill] And Keon, [and] It’s almost like a different look defensively with our speed and aggression. So, I’m really excited about that second unit because of those guys.

“Dennis, he just picks up the ball,” said Evan Mobley, playing in his first game since Jan. 26. “I think the smaller guard can move guys around and get the offense going later in the shot clock. And Keon, I mean, he’s all over the place. Today, he got a corner-three block; you don’t see that much. His offense, he dunked like two guys. He got a block and then saved it over the guy. He just does a lot of little things that you don’t really see.”

As great as it feels to see this kind of success, there is always room for improvement and the Cavs only have so many days of practice in the second half of the season. What does it take for Cleveland to maintain the momentum it has built after rearranging its roster?

“Enjoying it,” Schroder told ClutchPoints. “Enjoy every single game, every single practice, making sure the chemistry is right. We enjoy each other. I think that’s the most important, because if you have great chemistry on and off the court, it goes a long way.”

“We have a lot of talent with this group and high-character guys, I’m not really worried about the basketball. Coming together as a group and as a unit, I think it will make a big, big difference — especially in the playoffs when we go through tough times, and it’s really physical, and part of the mentality of it. I think when we figure that out, we’ll be really good.”

Dennis Schroder and Jordi Fernandez’s appreciation for each other is mutual

After spending just 23 games together in Brooklyn and moving up to the international level, Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez is well aware of Schröder’s expertise.

“Dennis is the ultimate professional,” Fernandez told ClutchPoints in his pregame press conference. “We know he’s wearing different jerseys, but the reality is teams want him. Teams want him to win. Wherever he goes, he’s going to be a part of the majority of the success. I think that’s very important.

“Not only in the NBA, but also with the German national team, and I have the opportunity to [coach] against him. When I had great respect for him [coached] Against him, and even more respect because I got the chance to train him. And not just the player, but also the individual and his family. I think the Cavs are very fortunate to have him.”

In 2024, before the Golden State Warriors traded for him, he averaged 18.4 points, 6.6 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.1 steals on .452/387/.889 shooting splits in less than 34 minutes per game. Schröder appreciates the short time he spent with Fernandez.

“Just one person who understands what I bring to the table,” Schroder told ClutchPoints. “He made me feel comfortable. It’s one thing to tell, but it’s one thing to really make sure the players know that.” [have] Having the confidence to actually play and be comfortable in your position counts for a lot. He did this for me.

“I played one of my best seasons there, half a season, whatever you want to call it. But I really liked him as a coach. Also a European guy, we’ve seen FIBA, and we’ve seen the NBA side, and it’s been great.”