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Ben Simmons’ injury triggers a significant development

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Ben Simmons’ NBA comeback ended before it could officially begin. Just days before the start of the 2026-27 NBA season, the former NBA Rookie of the Year Award winner was ruled out for the entire campaign with an Achilles tear he suffered during practice on Sunday. Sacramento signed Simmons to a one-year, $3.5 million contract … The post Ben Simmons’ injury triggers a significant development appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Supercomputer predicts the entire NBA season: Win predictions for all 30 teams

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This advanced model gives us its take on how the 2026-27 NBA season will unfold.

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Kawhi Leonard has heartfelt reaction after learning of Ben Simmons’ Achilles tear

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Ben Simmons is out for the season after suffering an Achilles tear, and Toronto Raptors star Kawhi Leonard had a strong message of support. Leonard was asked about it on Monday, and while the Raptors star said he didn’t know about Simmons’ injury, he said it was “sad” and told him to “keep grinding.” ‘Oh, … The post Kawhi Leonard has heartfelt reaction after learning of Ben Simmons’ Achilles tear appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Blake Griffin lands a major new media gig

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Blake Griffin is ready for his starring role. The retired former LA Clippers star Griffin is getting his own late-night show on Amazon Prime. Steven Zeitchik of The Hollywood Reporter reports that Griffin’s show will be dubbed “The Stepback with Blake Griffin” and is set to air on both Prime and on YouTube. Griffin will … The post Blake Griffin lands a major new media gig appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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2 frontrunners have emerged to sign Bennedict Mathurin

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Bennedict Mathurin’s free agent market is finally beginning to take shape. The restricted free agent forward Mathurin is expected to sign with one of two teams — the New Orleans Pelicans or the incumbent LA Clippers. Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer reported on Tuesday that Mathurin will either be headed to the Pelicans in a sign-and-trade … The post 2 frontrunners have emerged to sign Bennedict Mathurin appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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NBA unloads on ESPN over ‘numerous’ inaccuracies in Clippers bombshell

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The NBA isn’t ready to let the Los Angeles Clippers off the hook just yet — and it made that abundantly clear after an ESPN report suggested the league’s investigation had taken a potentially significant turn. ESPN reported Monday that investigators have found no evidence Clippers owner Steve Ballmer personally funneled money through team sponsors...

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Steve Ballmer cleared of major allegation in Clippers investigation

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Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer has been cleared of the most significant allegation against him as part of an investigation into whether the team circumvented salary cap rules to funnel additional money to Kawhi Leonard. The NBA has found no evidence to suggest that Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to pay Leonard, according … The post Steve Ballmer cleared of major allegation in Clippers investigation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Ben Simmons teases an NBA comeback

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Ben Simmons is teasing an NBA comeback after taking last season off. Simmons posted on Instagram Saturday and strongly hinted at interest in playing again. Accompanied by a photo of himself in the gym, the former No. 1 pick posted a reflective caption about how he would not change anything about his journey and was … The post Ben Simmons teases an NBA comeback appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball could join this list of the NBA’s most watchable duos ever

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LaMelo Ball and Anthony Edwards are joining forces in Minnesota next season, with the Timberwolves poised to be the most entertaining watch in the NBA.…

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Lakers Shut Down Clippers Sign & Trade Offer For Rui Hachimura

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The Los Angeles Lakers lost talented forward Rui Hachimura to the rival Los Angeles Clippers, but they turned down a sign and trade idea. Clippers management was open to a sign and trade deal that would see the Lakers getting something back. Lakers General Manager Rob Pelinka basically shut it down upon realizing he wasn’t […] The post Lakers Shut Down Clippers Sign & Trade Offer For Rui Hachimura appeared first on HEAVY.

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Rui Hachimura decides to leave Lakers

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Rui Hachimura is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, but he is not going far. Hachimura is signing a two-year, $28 million contract with the Los Angeles Clippers, according to multiple reports. ESPN’s Shams Charania added that Hachimura had been interested in remaining with the Lakers, but when they did not move aggressively to re-sign him, …

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