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Lakers insider stresses JJ Redick deserves more credit for series win vs. Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers are facing a tough task against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the playoffs. The Thunder have been nothing but dominant since the regular season, and they will stop at nothing to defend their title. With Luka Doncic still out indefinitely due to a hamstring injury, the fourth-seeded […] The post Lakers insider stresses JJ Redick deserves more credit for series win vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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"The nice answer would be yes… But I can't say that" – Paolo Banchero says he is unsure if the Magic have enough to go to the next level – Basketball Network

"The nice answer would be yes… But I can't say that" - Paolo Banchero says he is unsure if the Magic have enough to go to the next level  Basketball Network

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Kenny Atkinson, Cavs tip cap to Raptors after grueling series: ‘Gave us all we could handle’

The Cleveland Cavaliers are moving on in the NBA playoffs after defeating the Toronto Raptors 114-102 in Game 7 at Rocket Arena. Besides showering Jarrett Allen with a ton of praise, the Cavs as a whole tipped their cap to their adversaries after a grueling first-round series, starting with Kenny Atkinson. “Before we start, I […] The post Kenny Atkinson, Cavs tip cap to Raptors after grueling series: ‘Gave us all we could handle’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Report: 1 Magic star considered most likely trade candidate

The Orlando Magic may look into breaking up its core this offseason. The Magic are set to pay $155 million in salary to the quartet of Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane, and Jalen Suggs next season. The last name on that list is reportedly considered “the odd man out” of the group. According to … The post Report: 1 Magic star considered most likely trade candidate appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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‘Soft and Whiny’ — NBA World Reacts as Jaylen Brown Doubles Down on Joel Embiid ‘Flopping’ Accusation After Celtics’ 1st-Round Exit

Jaylen Brown faces backlash from the NBA world for his criticism of Joel Embiid a day after the Celtics blew a 3-1 series lead.

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Raptors coach had great quote after losing Game 7

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic stayed graceful in defeat Sunday after his team’s season came to an end. Rajakovic’s Raptors hung tough with the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 of their first-round series at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. The road dogs led by double digits in the first half and hung tough with … The post Raptors coach had great quote after losing Game 7 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Why 76ers will pull off yet another massive upset by beating Knicks in 2026 NBA Playoffs

With the 2026 NBA season on the line, the Philadelphia 76ers flew into Boston and gave the two-seed Celtics the business, handing a Jayson Tatum-less team their fourth L of the series and an early trip to Cancun to begin their summer. With basically no room for error following an ugly Game 4 loss at […] The post Why 76ers will pull off yet another massive upset by beating Knicks in 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors’ RJ Barrett shuts down Scottie Barnes doubters with bold statement

RJ Barrett had a positively bold claim to make about Scottie Barnes despite the Toronto Raptors’ season-ending loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 on Sunday night. Barrett and Barnes finished their third season together as star teammates. They played key roles in helping Toronto get back to its first playoffs since 2022, pushing […] The post Raptors’ RJ Barrett shuts down Scottie Barnes doubters with bold statement appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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RJ Barrett’s powerful message about Raptors after taking Cavs to Game 7

There were no last-second heroics from RJ Barrett this time. The Toronto Raptors could not sustain their momentum from their win in Game 6, losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers, 114-102, in Game 7 of their first-round series in the playoffs at Rocket Arena on Sunday. The Raptors blew a double-digit lead in the first half […] The post RJ Barrett’s powerful message about Raptors after taking Cavs to Game 7 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kevin Durant Brutally Roasts Content Creator After He Releases Rockets Report Card: "Handle That Oatmeal Cream Pie At The Back Of Your Neck" – Sportskeeda

Kevin Durant Brutally Roasts Content Creator After He Releases Rockets Report Card: "Handle That Oatmeal Cream Pie At The Back Of Your Neck"  Sportskeeda

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Dave Portnoy commits to amazing punishment if 76ers win title

Dave Portnoy is quite literally putting his neck on the line against the Philadelphia 76ers’ title chances. The Barstool Sports owner took to social media on Sunday to rant about Sixers fans puffing their chest after beating the Boston Celtics in the first round. Portnoy, a die-hard Boston sports fanatic, called 76ers supporters “scumbags” for … The post Dave Portnoy commits to amazing punishment if 76ers win title appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Donovan Mitchell Gets Stuck in Stands After Hustle Play as Fans Hilariously Jump In to Help

With the Cavaliers up big in the fourth, Donovan Mitchell did not hesitate to dive for a loose ball. However, he did not expect that quite a few fans were eager to help him get back on the court, thus leading to a funny moment.

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Raptors’ Scottie Barnes gets huge vote of confidence after breakout season

The Toronto Raptors did give it their all, but it wasn’t enough. They saw their season come to an end on Sunday night, as the Raptors fell to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7, 114-102, although considering the expectations heading into the 2025-26 campaign, even making it this far, against a true contending team in […] The post Raptors’ Scottie Barnes gets huge vote of confidence after breakout season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Darko Rajakovic’s heartfelt response to Raptors’ playoff run

Darko Rajakovic shared a sentimental statement about his thoughts on the Toronto Raptors’ 2025-26 season following their playoff loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday night. Rajakovic completed his third season as a head coach in the NBA. He showcased solid growth as he helped Toronto improve over time. Going from 25 wins his first […] The post Darko Rajakovic’s heartfelt response to Raptors’ playoff run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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