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The Phoenix Suns were the first team to get eliminated from the 2026 NBA Playoffs. They were swept by the defending NBA champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, on Monday’s Game 4 in Phoenix.The Suns kept it competitive the entire night, with Devin Booker scoring 24 points and dishing out six assists. Jalen Green and Dillon […] The post Jalen Green Reveals Offseason Plans After Early Playoff Exit appeared first on HEAVY.
Shorthanded Lakers lead Rockets 3-1 as Deandre Ayton’s bold two-way claim sets tone, with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves injury updates looming before Game 5 showdown
Draymond Green has had enough. In a passionate and unfiltered defense of his former Golden State Warriors teammate Kevin Durant, the veteran forward went off on critics who have questioned whether the Houston Rockets superstar is truly injured or simply quitting on his team during their first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers. “KD […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green blasts ‘bulls**t’ haters questioning Kevin Durant’s injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Luka Doncic-less Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for a pivotal Game 5 against the Houston Rockets as the first round of the NBA playoffs continue. A disappointing Game 4 loss means a massive Game 5 is on the horizon. Can the Lakers win and reserve a date with the defending champion Oklahoma City […] The post Luka Doncic Injury Update: Lakers Get Major News on Star’s Return Ahead of Game 5 appeared first on HEAVY.
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.
The Houston Rockets are facing elimination against the Los Angeles Lakers, in their NBA Playoffs series. Houston is getting some more bad news as it seems Kevin Durant won’t be available for Game 5. “The expectation is the Rockets will be without Kevin Durant for Game 5,” ESPN reporter Shams Charania said on the network […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant Game 5 injury update vs. Lakers is bad sign appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Draymond Green defends Kevin Durant against critics, slams Rockets exit narrative, insists injury, not lack of commitment, kept Durant sidelined during Houston’s 1-3 playoff struggle vs Lakers.
A new Kevin Durant update before Game 5 leaves the Rockets facing a tough reality — with the season on the line. The post Rockets Hit With Major Kevin Durant Development Before Game 5 appeared first on HEAVY.
The Los Angeles Lakers received encouraging news on Austin Reaves ahead of Game 5 — but one key question remains. The post Austin Reaves Return Update Raises Question for Lakers — And It’s a Big One appeared first on HEAVY.
Lakers' Austin Reaves targets a Wednesday return against Houston. See the latest on his Grade 2 oblique strain recovery before Game 5.
Draymond Green urges LeBron James to treat Game 5 against the Houston Rockets like a chess match to close out the series.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander warns Thunder against complacency, closely studying Lakers vs Rockets series, highlighting strengths and weaknesses ahead of second-round playoff showdown despite dominant Suns sweep.
A major Kevin Durant update just dropped ahead of Game 5 — and it carries big implications for the Los Angeles Lakers. The post Lakers Get Massive Kevin Durant Update Ahead of Pivotal Game 5 vs Rockets appeared first on HEAVY.
The Los Angeles Lakers could get a timely boost as Austin Reaves trends toward a return in Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs against the Houston Rockets. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Reaves is a game-time decision after missing nearly four weeks with a Grade 2 oblique strain. Reaves has yet to play in […] The post Lakers’ Austin Reaves trending toward Game 5 injury return vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Los Angeles Lakers will clinch a second-round matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder with a win on Wednesday.
In this crazy season, Game 5 is a must-win for the Lakers. Why, you might be asking. They have a 3-1 series lead over the Rockets in the first round of the playoffs. They’re going to have multiple chances to clinch. They’re firmly in control. Think again. This season, nothing has gone as expected for the...
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the OKC Thunder became the first team this season to reach the second round after sweeping the Phoenix Suns in Round 1. Now, the defending champions will either face the LA Lakers and the Houston Rockets in the next round. Looking ahead, Gilgeous-Alexander revealed that he has been watching the Lakers-Rockets playoff […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Announces Alert For Lakers-Rockets Series Winner Ahead of Round 2 appeared first on HEAVY.
PHOENIX — After completing a 4-0 sweep in their best-of-7 series, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gave Phoenix Suns guard Dillon Brooks his flowers. The Thunder’s 131-122 win over the Suns in Game 4 capped off Oklahoma City’s second consecutive first-round sweep. After the win, Gilgeous-Alexander highlighted Brooks’ impact for the Suns this season, […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘redefining’ take on Suns’ Dillon Brooks after Thunder sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The OKC Thunder have swept the last three NBA playoffs’ first-round series after taking down the Phoenix Suns in Game 4 on Monday night. With the win, they have now placed themselves in the pantheon of some of the greatest teams in league history. The Thunder became the first team to sweep three consecutive Round […] The post OKC Thunder Joins NBA’s Greatest Teams in History Books With Sweep of Suns appeared first on HEAVY.
LeBron James' subpar Game 4 performance vs. Houston doesn't stop one NBA pundit from making a bold prediction for the rest of the series.
There was a general sense of frustration and disappointment surrounding the Houston Rockets after their painful collapse back on Friday night in a 112-108 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of their first-round series. Rockets head coach Ime Udoka, as he’s done all year long, was not afraid to put his players […] The post Draymond Green cautions Rockets HC Ime Udoka’s blame game coaching tactics appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Are Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard suspended from Game 5 against Rockets? NBA's punishment on Lakers stars explored Sportskeeda
The Los Angeles Lakers can see the second round from where they are standing. They are not there yet. The Western Conference picture is coming into focus. Los Angeles still has work to do before joining it.A 3-1 series lead over the Houston Rockets felt comfortable before Sunday. Game 4’s 115-96 loss added weight to […] The post Lakers Get Major SGA Warning After Thunder Sweep Suns appeared first on HEAVY.
For the second consecutive season, the Oklahoma City Thunder became the first team to punch its ticket to the second round of the NBA playoffs. On Monday, they completed the four-game series sweep of the Phoenix Suns after taking a 131-122 win in Game 4, and the Thunder are now going to be sitting pretty, […] The post Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ready for the Lakers or the Rockets after Round 1 sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints.
