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Pistons’ Ausar Thompson’s ‘confidence’ take will catch fans’ eyes after Game 3 loss

After securing a pair of wins on their home court to open up the second round of the 2026 NBA playoffs, the Detroit Pistons had their first taste of defeat since the Orlando Magic series, falling to the Cleveland Cavaliers 116-109 at Rocket Arena in Ohio. Fighting back from a 64-48 deficit at halftime, outscoring […] The post Pistons’ Ausar Thompson’s ‘confidence’ take will catch fans’ eyes after Game 3 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Donovan Mitchell helps Cavs keep Finals hopes alive with clutch Game 3

The Cleveland Cavaliers were in desperate need of a victory on Saturday afternoon against the Detroit Pistons in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference Semifinal series after dropping both of the opening games in the Motor City. Thanks to a clutch performance from Donovan Mitchell, the Cavaliers managed to do just that, winning by a […] The post Donovan Mitchell helps Cavs keep Finals hopes alive with clutch Game 3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers Drop Remarkable Playoff News on Star Before Game 3 vs. Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers will be back at Crypto.com Arena for playoff action against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 tonight. The Thunder lead 2-0 in this Western Conference semifinals, and the Lakers need to win to come out of the elimination hole. The same hole they encountered last season.  A strong showing tonight […] The post Lakers Drop Remarkable Playoff News on Star Before Game 3 vs. Thunder appeared first on HEAVY.

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Watch Knicks’ Mike Brown hilariously interrupt Karl-Anthony Towns’ answer to question with honest admission

The New York Knicks moved within one win of the Eastern Conference Finals after a 109-94 Game 3 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. New York has now won six straight playoff games and holds a 3-0 series lead despite playing Game 3 without OG Anunoby. And well, Karl-Anthony Towns and head coach Mike Brown were […] The post Watch Knicks’ Mike Brown hilariously interrupt Karl-Anthony Towns’ answer to question with honest admission appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dennis Schroder had the craziest flop of the NBA playoffs

Dennis Schroder was flopping around like a fish out of water during Saturday’s game. The Cleveland Cavaliers guard Schroder went viral in Saturday’s Game 3 against the Detroit Pistons for a generational flop. In the fourth quarter at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, Schroder was defending Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins in the backcourt. Jenkins extended … The post Dennis Schroder had the craziest flop of the NBA playoffs appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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James Harden had 2-word response to his critics after clutch Game 3 performance

James Harden turned in a game-winning performance in Game 3 of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ Eastern Conference Semifinal series on Saturday, and capped it off with a two-word message to his critics. Harden delivered seven points in the last 1:30, including a clutch three, to help the Cavs to a 116-109 win over the Detroit Pistons … The post James Harden had 2-word response to his critics after clutch Game 3 performance appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Draymond Green explains viral exchange with Charles Barkley

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is never afraid of a verbal altercation, whether that’s on the hardwood or in a broadcast studio. While filling in for Shaquille O’Neal on Wednesday night’s edition of Inside the NBA on ESPN, Green went viral for a moment he had with Charles Barkley after the Hall of Famer…

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Notable update emerges on the Jaylen Brown-Celtics relationship

Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics are both insisting that there is nothing to see here. Sam Amick of The Athletic reported Saturday that there are no internal issues between Brown and the Celtics. Amick noted that both a Celtics team source and a source close to Brown denied that there were any problems between … The post Notable update emerges on the Jaylen Brown-Celtics relationship appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bill Belichick’s North Carolina team is facing new criticism

Bill Belichick’s second year with North Carolina has not even formally started, but his program is facing a new complaint. Multiple North Carolina players have been cited for speeding since the start of the year, including one who has two reckless driving charges since arriving on campus in January. Another player has been cited three … The post Bill Belichick’s North Carolina team is facing new criticism appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Ex-Knicks Player Makes Significant Personal Move Before Big Offseason

It’s already been a busy offseason for the former New York Knicks forward, Guerschon Yabusele. According to EuroHoops.net, Yabusele has made a significant personal move beyond the NBA recently. The veteran forward is now a key shareholder in the acquisition of a Belgian basketball club of the BNXT league, Union Mons-Hainaut. According to the report, […] The post Ex-Knicks Player Makes Significant Personal Move Before Big Offseason appeared first on HEAVY.

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Lakers Given Brutal Verdict on ‘Only Way’ They Can Beat the Thunder

No team in NBA history has ever come back from a 0-3 deficit in a best-of-seven playoff series.  That is the exact scenario the Los Angeles Lakers will face if they get anything short of a victory in Game 3 tonight against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Down 2-0 after the first two games in Oklahoma […] The post Lakers Given Brutal Verdict on ‘Only Way’ They Can Beat the Thunder appeared first on HEAVY.

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Philadelphia 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey Explains His Passive Play in Game 3 Loss to Knicks

Philadelphia 76ers star guard Tyrese Maxey wasn’t especially aggressive on the offensive end of the floor during Philadelphia’s 108-94 Game 3 loss to the New York Knicks on Friday night.Despite shooting a very high percentage from the floor, Maxey finished the game with just 12 field goal attempts – well below his season average of […] The post Philadelphia 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey Explains His Passive Play in Game 3 Loss to Knicks appeared first on HEAVY.

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Report: Giannis Antetokounmpo is prioritizing 2 things with a new team

Giannis Antetokounmpo might be out on at least half the league if the latest report about him is to be believed. The disgruntled Milwaukee Bucks star Antetokounmpo is believed to want to play for a true title contender, Sam Amick and Eric Nehm of The Athletic reported Saturday. Additionally, Antetokounmpo is believed to prefer staying … The post Report: Giannis Antetokounmpo is prioritizing 2 things with a new team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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NBA Mock Draft: Pistons Find Jaden Ivey Replacement in Texas Tech Star

The Detroit Pistons are no longer concerned about the NBA Draft Lottery. On the eve of the pre-draft event, the Pistons are busy playing in the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Just two years ago, they were hoping to hit on the No. 1 pick in the lottery. Now, they are settled with […] The post NBA Mock Draft: Pistons Find Jaden Ivey Replacement in Texas Tech Star appeared first on HEAVY.

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New York Knicks Make OG Anunoby Announcement Before 76ers Game

On Sunday, the New York Knicks will play Game 4 against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center.They will look to go for the sweep, as they currently have a 3-0 lead in the second-round series.Most recently, the Knicks won by a score of 108-94 (on Friday).OG Anunoby did not play in the game.Knicks […] The post New York Knicks Make OG Anunoby Announcement Before 76ers Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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‘Completely unprofessional’: Chris Finch slams NBA ref Tony Brothers for getting in his face

After an upset win in Game 1 of its Western Conference semifinals series against the San Antonio Spurs, the Minnesota Timberwolves have found themselves in a 2-1 hole after dropping two straight games. Tensions normally rise among players over the course of a series, but Friday night’s Game 3 saw things get tense between Wolves…

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