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Magic star Paolo Banchero makes NBA history with unprecedented feat despite loss to Hawks

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Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero made NBA history Wednesday night despite the team’s 132-125 loss to the Atlanta Hawks in its 2026-27 regular-season opener at home. As the Magic began a new era under first-year head coach Sean Sweeney, Banchero delivered a historic performance, becoming the first player in NBA history to record at least […] The post Magic star Paolo Banchero makes NBA history with unprecedented feat despite loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball calls out his hatin’ a** brother Lonzo after hilarious missed travel

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The Minnesota Timberwolves got off to a winning start this season, defeating the Miami Heat on LaMelo Ball’s first game with his new team. Ball had a strong debut, scoring 21 points with five 3-pointers to go along with six assists. However, one of his baskets caught headlines as a stepback 3-pointer he made looked […] The post Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball calls out his hatin’ a** brother Lonzo after hilarious missed travel appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Paolo Banchero, Jalen Johnson get heated at the end of season opener

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Two former Duke stars were going at it after Wednesday’s season opener. The Atlanta Hawks faced off against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday to tip off their respective 2026-27 NBA seasons. In the end, it was the Hawks who earned the 132-125 victory at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla. As the final seconds were ticking … The post Paolo Banchero, Jalen Johnson get heated at the end of season opener 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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Jalen Suggs sends out heartfelt apology to Magic fans

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The Orlando Magic’s 2025-26 season ended in disappointing fashion as they choked away a 3-1 lead in their opening round playoff series against the Detroit Pistons. It marked the third consecutive season that the Magic were eliminated in the opening round, and Jalen Suggs made sure to apologize to the fans during Media Day on […] The post Jalen Suggs sends out heartfelt apology to Magic fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LeBron James’ former champion teammate set to sign with 76ers

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The Philadelphia 76ers are reportedly getting a veteran side dish with the LeBron James entree they ordered. James rocked the NBA landscape on Friday when he announced his decision to sign with the Sixers on a dirt-cheap 2-year contract. According to NBA reporter Chris Haynes, one of his former teammates is coming with him. Kentavious … The post LeBron James’ former champion teammate set to sign with 76ers 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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‘NBA The Run’ Is The Basketball Video Game You’ve Been Waiting For

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Take your favorite NBA stars to streetball courts around the world in 'NBA The Run.'

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NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers Going Hunting for … a Role Player?

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The Lakers have a lot of questions as we enter NBA trade rumor season. But the answers might be surprising. The post NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers Going Hunting for … a Role Player? appeared first on HEAVY.

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Magic rumors: Spurs coach curveball still in play amid Billy Donovan, Jeff Van Gundy hype

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After being ousted in the first round of the playoff for the third-straight year, the Orlando Magic moved on from head coach Jamahl Mosley. Now, the franchise has been searching for his perfect replacement. Orlando seems to be favoring experienced coaches like Billy Donovan and Jeff Van Gundy. However, San Antonio Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney […] The post Magic rumors: Spurs coach curveball still in play amid Billy Donovan, Jeff Van Gundy hype appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Los Angeles Lakers NBA Champion Dwight Howard Makes Heartfelt Post

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Dwight Howard last played in the NBA during the 2021-22 season when he was in his third stint with the Los Angeles Lakers.The NBA legend was recently inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame (in 2025).Howard Makes Heartfelt IG PostThis week, Howard made a heartfelt post to Instagram for his son.He wrote: “Man what a […] The post Los Angeles Lakers NBA Champion Dwight Howard Makes Heartfelt Post appeared first on HEAVY.

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76ers could hire 1 former NBA All-Star to replace Daryl Morey

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The Philadelphia 76ers may not have to look very far to find Daryl Morey’s successor. Retired former NBA All-Star point guard Nelson is a candidate to replace Morey as Philadelphia’s next head of basketball operations, Tony Jones of The Athletic reported this week. Jones further notes that Nelson is the “strongest internal candidate” for the … The post 76ers could hire 1 former NBA All-Star to replace Daryl Morey appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Veterans Who Need a New Team to Matter

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Some older NBA players are entering the 2026-27 season in a tough spot. They have plenty of talent, but they are stuck on teams that do not fit them anymore. Right now, their fantasy value is very low. The most important thing to know is that these veterans must get traded to a new team to matter ...

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4 best Paul George trade destinations if 76ers’ Daryl Morey replacement wants to move on

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The Philadelphia 76ers, almost immediately after seeing their season come to an end, decided to make a change in the team’s brain trust — letting Daryl Morey go from his post as the team’s president of basketball operations. Morey was at the helm in Philadelphia for six seasons, and under his watch, the furthest the […] The post 4 best Paul George trade destinations if 76ers’ Daryl Morey replacement wants to move on appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors Urged to Take Big Swing on a Steve Kerr Assistant

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With the Golden State Warriors losing a couple of key assistants, Steve Kerr has some chairs to fill for the 2026-2027 NBA season. Looking over at the shocking situation the Dallas Mavericks have created with Jason Kidd, the Warriors were recently urged to consider calling the player-turned-coach to come to Golden State for a top […] The post Warriors Urged to Take Big Swing on a Steve Kerr Assistant appeared first on HEAVY.

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1 of Jason Kidd’s former Bucks players co-signs ‘insufferable’ allegation

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While the firing of Jason Kidd as coach of the Dallas Mavericks came as a shock to many, some were not too surprised, particularly those who have spent time with him during his past stints with the Brooklyn Nets and the Milwaukee Bucks. NBA insider Henry Abbott posted a sharp message on X about Kidd’s […] The post 1 of Jason Kidd’s former Bucks players co-signs ‘insufferable’ allegation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jason Kidd linked to 1 team amid his shocking departure from Mavericks

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Jason Kidd is officially out in Dallas, but he may already have a potential pivot in place. The shocking news broke on Tuesday that Kidd has mutually agreed to part ways with the Dallas Mavericks. The move ends Kidd’s tenure in Dallas after five seasons as their head coach. Veteran NBA writer Marc Stein reported … The post Jason Kidd linked to 1 team amid his shocking departure from Mavericks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jeff Van Gundy is candidate for 1 NBA coaching job

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Jeff Van Gundy’s last NBA head coaching job was nearly 20 years ago, but he might have an opportunity to get back in the game. Van Gundy is under consideration for the vacant Orlando Magic job, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Billy Donovan is also being considered for the … The post Jeff Van Gundy is candidate for 1 NBA coaching job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Players Whose Value Depends on One Offseason Move

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In the world of fantasy basketball, safety usually lies in predictable roles and locked-in minute totals. However, as we look ahead to the 2026-27 season, several players are entering the summer with their value balanced completely on a knife's edge. The reality of the league is that individual ...

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NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers Approach, Giannis to Celtics & Big Board Updates

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NBA trade rumor season is getting started in earnest, and there are updates on the Lakers, Celtics and more on the Big Board! The post NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers Approach, Giannis to Celtics & Big Board Updates appeared first on HEAVY.

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