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Pistons’ JB Bickerstaff credits Magic series for Game 1 success vs. Cavs

The Detroit Pistons could wind up regretting their seven-game slug fest with the Orlando Magic, as extra court time becomes critical as the NBA playoffs progress, but head coach JB Bickerstaff is grateful for the lessons his team learned by going the distance. The No. 1 seed certainly looked prepared in the opening matchup of […] The post Pistons’ JB Bickerstaff credits Magic series for Game 1 success vs. Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Second-Half Surges That Will Carry Into Next Season

There’s no crystal ball to let managers know the best players to add to their 2026-27 fantasy basketball draft boards. Lucky for them, there are late-season surges that help predict the future. Several players got hot and found their stride late in the 2025-26 season. Usage increases and efficiency ...

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NBA 2K Announces Tyrese Maxey News During 76ers-Knicks Series

While Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers are working on improving following a disappointing Game 1 loss against the New York Knicks, the star guard recently landed some good news. NBA 2K26 announced on Tuesday, May 5, that Maxey received a ratings update for the second time during the playoffs, and it’s a positive one. […] The post NBA 2K Announces Tyrese Maxey News During 76ers-Knicks Series appeared first on HEAVY.

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3 best Jamal Murray trade destinations if Nuggets shockingly break up Nikola Jokic pairing

The Denver Nuggets’ loss in the first round to the Minnesota Timberwolves ensures the franchise will take a cold, hard look at their roster and its future together. Losing to an underdog team that suffered injuries to a handful of their best players was inexcusable. Nikola Jokic is still arguably the best player in the […] The post 3 best Jamal Murray trade destinations if Nuggets shockingly break up Nikola Jokic pairing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Biggest Celebrity Fans of Every NBA Team

From Drake's sideline antics to Spike Lee holding down MSG, here are the favorite NBA teams of icons across pop culture.

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Rajon Rondo among 4 finalists for Pelicans head coaching job, with 1 wild card still out there

The New Orleans Pelicans are closing in on their next head coach. After firing Willie Green and spending most of the season with James Borrego as interim head coach, the Pelicans have narrowed their coaching search down to four finalists, according to the Athletic’s Sam Amick. Milwaukee Bucks assistant Darvin Ham, Brooklyn Nets assistant Steve […] The post Rajon Rondo among 4 finalists for Pelicans head coaching job, with 1 wild card still out there appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic rumors: Will Billy Donovan’s infamous 180 on job in 2007 hurt his chances now?

The inevitable finally happened on Monday, as the Orlando Magic fired Jamahl Mosley as coach following their first-round exit in the playoffs. The Magic blew a 3-1 lead to the Detroit Pistons, which probably felt like adding insult to injury for Mosley. Following Mosley’s firing, Billy Donovan’s name has popped up again. There were already […] The post Magic rumors: Will Billy Donovan’s infamous 180 on job in 2007 hurt his chances now? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers Urged to Pursue $52M Veteran ‘Standout’ to Upgrade Perimeter Shooting

The Lakers are urged to pursue Tobias Harris after his standout playoff performances, with the veteran forward set to enter free agency. The post Lakers Urged to Pursue $52M Veteran ‘Standout’ to Upgrade Perimeter Shooting appeared first on HEAVY.

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Tracy McGrady did not hold back on Magic after 3-1 chokejob

History repeated itself in an unfortunate way for the Orlando Magic in their opening round NBA playoff series against the Detroit Pistons. Just like they did in 2003, the Magic took a three-games-to-one series lead over the Pistons, only to see Detroit rebound and win three straight games to take the series. The decisive game […] The post Tracy McGrady did not hold back on Magic after 3-1 chokejob appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tom Thibodeau is being linked to 1 NBA head coaching job

Tom Thibodeau may soon be dropping down from the rafters again. The former NBA Coach of the Year Thibodeau is being mentioned in connection with the Orlando Magic head coaching job. Steve Popper of Newsday reported on Monday that Thibodeau is a possible replacement for ex-Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley. Orlando made the decision earlier … The post Tom Thibodeau is being linked to 1 NBA head coaching job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Pistons’ J.B. Bickerstaff gets brutally honest about Magic’s Jamahl Mosley firing

As Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff was awarded a contract extension after coming back down from a 3-1 series deficit to the Orlando Magic in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, Jamahl Mosley would get unfortunate news. After the Pistons pulled off a comeback stun from 3-1, the Magic made the decision to […] The post Pistons’ J.B. Bickerstaff gets brutally honest about Magic’s Jamahl Mosley firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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J.B. Bickerstaff gets new contract after Pistons overcome 3-1 deficit

The Detroit Pistons somehow overcame a 3-1 deficit to defeat the Orlando Magic and advance to the semifinals in the Eastern Conference playoff picture. Next up is a series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, and one day before Game 1, the Pistons gave head coach J.B. Bickerstaff a new contract extension. The team announced the news … The post J.B. Bickerstaff gets new contract after Pistons overcome 3-1 deficit appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jamahl Mosley Issues Statement After Being Fired by Magic

Former Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley has issued a statement after he was fired by the team on Monday. The team fired their head coach after the Magic lost 4-3 in the first round to the Detroit Pistons after blowing a 3-1 series lead, including a 22-point lead in Game 6, where the team […] The post Jamahl Mosley Issues Statement After Being Fired by Magic appeared first on HEAVY.

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Paolo Banchero Gets Real About Orlando Magic’s Ceiling After Another First-Round Elimination

Paolo Banchero expressed frustration during the post-game press conference after facing an early playoff exit for the third consecutive year, stating the team is not good enough for the Eastern Conference Finals or NBA Finals

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Shams shuts down all Dusty May-Magic chatter amid Jamahl Mosley firing

On Monday morning, the Orlando Magic made headlines by firing head coach Jamahl Mosley less than 24 hours after their playoff loss to the Detroit Pistons. In that series, the Magic went up 3-1 before becoming the second team in these playoffs to squander such a lead, and now, the search is on for the […] The post Shams shuts down all Dusty May-Magic chatter amid Jamahl Mosley firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic rumors: Tom Thibodeau named head coach candidate after Jamahl Mosley firing

The Orlando Magic are in need of a new head coach after firing Jamahl Mosley, and they might reach for a highly experienced coach this offseason. In the aftermath of a seven-game first-round playoff series loss, made only more painful by the 3-1 lead they blew, the Magic fired Mosley today. Mosley had been Orlando’s […] The post Magic rumors: Tom Thibodeau named head coach candidate after Jamahl Mosley firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Orlando Magic Get Harsh Reality Check From Tracy McGrady After Game 7 Loss

The Orlando Magic had three chances to complete an upset against the No. 1 seed Detroit Pistons in the 2026 NBA playoffs.However, the Magic fell short after losing three straight games, including a Game 7 116-94 loss at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday.Paolo Banchero was the lone bright spot with 38 points, nine rebounds and […] The post Orlando Magic Get Harsh Reality Check From Tracy McGrady After Game 7 Loss appeared first on HEAVY.

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Jamahl Mosley and Paolo Banchero had strained relationship

The Orlando Magic fired head coach Jamahl Mosley on Monday after his team blew a 3-1 series lead in the NBA Playoffs. There were plenty of other reasons for his dismissal, however. Paolo Banchero’s strong relationship with Mosley faltered this season, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. Banchero was unhappy with how often Mosley opted … The post Jamahl Mosley and Paolo Banchero had strained relationship appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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