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Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg makes Kon Knueppel admission after ROY win

With Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg winning the NBA’s Rookie of the Year honors, the contention came down to him and Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel. Besides the Mavericks rookie in Flagg talking about winning the award, he would also express the relationship he has with Knueppel. Besides competing for the Rookie of the Year […] The post Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg makes Kon Knueppel admission after ROY win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hornets shout out Grant Williams after life-changing moment

After the Charlotte Hornets fell short to the Orlando Magic in the NBA Play-In tournament, guard Grant Williams picked himself up in a special way. On Wednesday, the organization offered its congratulations to Williams on his engagement to his now-fiancée, softball star Kiki Milloy. “big congrats to our guy Grant and his fiancée Kiki!”. They […] The post Hornets shout out Grant Williams after life-changing moment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Forwards Whose Fantasy Stock Could Spike by Training Camp 

There is a 2026-27 fantasy basketball forwards stock spike on the horizon, with several notable players gearing up for expanded roles next season. Sure, forwards don’t typically take the forefront on fantasy basketball rosters like guards and bigs do. But that doesn’t mean smart managers are ...

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Chandler Parsons explains how play-in led to Cooper Flagg winning ROY over Kon Knueppel

The Charlotte Hornets got the most out of the Rookie Kon Knueppel. However, he lost the Rookie of the Year Award to Cooper Flagg. Although the Hornets surprised many and made it to the Play-In tournament, the question arises whether that ultimately hurt Knueppel’s chances. NBA analyst Chandler Parsons made that argument on Run It […] The post Chandler Parsons explains how play-in led to Cooper Flagg winning ROY over Kon Knueppel appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Terry Rozier hit with new charge in gambling investigation

Former Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier is facing a new charge in relation to his alleged gambling. Federal prosecutors intend to accuse Rozier of soliciting and accepting a bribe, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. The indictment will essentially argue that Rozier accepted a bribe relating to sports betting, and that the NBA and … The post Terry Rozier hit with new charge in gambling investigation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Detroit Pistons Told to Trade For Kevin Durant After Disappointing NBA Playoffs Run

The Detroit Pistons are on the brink of elimination after going down 3-1 against the No. 8 seed Orlando Magic in the first round of the NBA playoffs. With their current predicament, the Pistons, the top seed in the Eastern Conference, have already gotten numerous suggestions about upgrading their roster, including from former NBA player […] The post Detroit Pistons Told to Trade For Kevin Durant After Disappointing NBA Playoffs Run appeared first on HEAVY.

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Terry Rozier facing more charges over alleged bribe in gambling scandal

It looks like NBA player Terry Rozier is in even more trouble with the gambling scandal he was involved in, as more charges have been brought up. On Monday, Apr. 27, 2026, federal prosecutors claimed that they had evidence that Rozier “solicited and received a bribe during an alleged gambling scheme.” They are now planning […] The post Terry Rozier facing more charges over alleged bribe in gambling scandal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Report sheds light on why Kon Knueppel lost NBA Rookie of the Year award

Just a few weeks ago, Charlotte Hornets star Kon Knueppel seemed to be in the driver’s seat for the NBA Rookie of the Year award. On Monday, the league announced that Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg won the award. Flagg earned 412 total points while Knueppel received 386 in a close finish. After the results … The post Report sheds light on why Kon Knueppel lost NBA Rookie of the Year award appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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NBA announces Rookie of the Year winner between Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel

The votes are in, and Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg has been named the NBA Rookie of the Year, defeating Charlotte Hornets forward and former Duke teammate Kon Knueppel. Flagg also joins Michael Jordan as the only players in NBA history to lead their teams in total points, rebounds, assists and steals since steals became … The post NBA announces Rookie of the Year winner between Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg beats out Kon Knueppel in heated Rookie of the Year race

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg has been named the recipient of the Wilt Chamberlain Trophy as the 2025-26 Kia NBA Rookie of the Year, the league announced on Monday night. Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg has been named the 2025-26 Kia NBA Rookie of the Year, earning the Wilt Chamberlain Trophy. pic.twitter.com/FmgY6vTLjx — NBA Communications […] The post Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg beats out Kon Knueppel in heated Rookie of the Year race appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: The Importance of Opportunity Over Talent

Talent is a must when building a winning fantasy basketball roster. But what good is athletic aptitude if it’s riding the bench? Truth be told, opportunity is what puts points on the scoreboard in fantasy basketball. Minutes, usage, and role clarity are what decide a player’s fantasy value ahead of ...

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NBA Awards 2025-26: Rolling Winners List for Basketball’s Top Annual Honors

The NBA has begun announcing 2025-26 award winners, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Victor Wembanyama leading the list as MVP and other honors remain undecided.

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