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Blazers interview Nuggets, Rockets assistants amid Tiago Splitter drama

The Portland Trail Blazers have begun their head coaching search, conducting interviews with assistants across the league as uncertainty continues to surround interim coach Tiago Splitter’s future. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Portland has interviewed Denver Nuggets lead assistant Jared Dudley and Houston Rockets assistant Ben Sullivan. The update, shared Friday on X, formerly […] The post Blazers interview Nuggets, Rockets assistants amid Tiago Splitter drama appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brandon Ingram undergoes heel surgery after disappointing playoff exit

The Toronto Raptors came up short during their playoff run, losing in Game 7 to the Cleveland Cavaliers in their opening round series. To make matters worse, the Raptors were without All-Star wing Brandon Ingram for the final two games of the series as he re-aggravated a heel injury he initially sustained during the regular […] The post Brandon Ingram undergoes heel surgery after disappointing playoff exit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yahoo’s Tom Haberstroh predicts AJ Dybantsa ‘will pull an Eli Manning’ if Kings win NBA Draft lottery

The NBA Draft lottery is this weekend, and it is one of the most highly anticipated in recent memory, given how strongly regarded this year’s crop of prospects is. From Cameron Boozer to Darren Peterson to AJ Dybantsa and beyond, some analysts believe the draft has several players who would be worthy of the No.…

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"He's nothing I haven't seen" – Russell Westbrook minimized Stephen Curry's impact ahead of their 2016 WCF clash – Basketball Network

"He's nothing I haven't seen" - Russell Westbrook minimized Stephen Curry's impact ahead of their 2016 WCF clash  Basketball Network

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Knicks superfan Timothée Chalamet’s giddy reaction to Kylie Jenner’s Game 2 arrival is the best thing you’ll see today

After not being together for Game 1, Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner sat together for the New York Knicks’ Game 2 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. However, it doesn’t appear they arrived together. A video has surfaced of Jenner’s arrival at her seat on celebrity row. The game was already […] The post Knicks superfan Timothée Chalamet’s giddy reaction to Kylie Jenner’s Game 2 arrival is the best thing you’ll see today appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ajay Mitchell keeps it 100 about filling in for Jalen Williams’ role as Thunder starter

OKLAHOMA CITY — Since Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams suffered a hamstring injury in Game 2 of the defending champion’s first-round series against the Phoenix Suns, Ajay Mitchell has started in his place. Then, Mitchell thrived in coach Mark Daigneault’s starting lineup, following up a 15-point performance in Game 3 versus the Suns with […] The post Ajay Mitchell keeps it 100 about filling in for Jalen Williams’ role as Thunder starter appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hawks rumors: Why Insider believes Jonathan Kuminga will return to Atlanta

With fans wondering what the Atlanta Hawks’ future looks like after losing to the New York Knicks in the first round of the NBA Playoffs in six games, one player whose status remains unknown is forward Jonathan Kuminga. As the Hawks experienced an embarrassing end to the playoff series against the Knicks, the team looks […] The post Hawks rumors: Why Insider believes Jonathan Kuminga will return to Atlanta appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former Heisman Winner Takes Subtle Shot At Shai-Gilgeous Alexander As ‘Flopping’ Controversy Sets Fans Abuzz

The conversation around flopping in the NBA is increasing day by day, and now a former Heisman Trophy winner has jumped right into the middle of the conversation. Robert Griffin III didn’t directly name whom he was referring to, but his timing seems suspicious. Just days after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander went viral for a controversial play […]

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All but Nikola Jokic ‘on the table’ amid rising Nuggets offseason trade speculation

The Denver Nuggets had their playoff run cut short in the first round by the Minnesota Timberwolves, and there will be many questions surrounding the franchise this offseason. After making several moves last offseason, it seemed as if the Nuggets were in a prime position to make another championship run. Unfortunately, injuries hurt them during […] The post All but Nikola Jokic ‘on the table’ amid rising Nuggets offseason trade speculation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Charles Barkley gives Jalen Brunson unique GOAT title amid playoff run

The New York Knicks are two wins away from reaching the Eastern Conference Finals for the second consecutive season, and a major reason why is the incredible play of Jalen Brunson in the playoffs so far. His recent play has caught the attention of the NBA world, and former NBA star Charles Barkley recently proclaimed […] The post Charles Barkley gives Jalen Brunson unique GOAT title amid playoff run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockets rumors: Why Kevin Durant trade is extremely unlikely

As the Houston Rockets face many questions after the team’s NBA Playoffs flop, losing to the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round in six games, the conversation now surrounds star Kevin Durant. With the Rockets looking to bounce back after the playoffs fail, some could think that the team should trade Durant, though this […] The post Rockets rumors: Why Kevin Durant trade is extremely unlikely appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors rumors: The Toronto player who has ‘likely played’ his final game with team

The Toronto Raptors enter the offseason with optimism, despite a first-round exit in seven games at the hands of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Bobby Webster’s team didn’t have many expectations entering this season, and despite not upgrading the team at the trade deadline, they still grabbed the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference and took the […] The post Raptors rumors: The Toronto player who has ‘likely played’ his final game with team appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics rumors: How Jaylen Brown offseason extension talks will directly signal potential trade

Following the Boston Celtics’ disappointing playoff exit, blowing a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers, changes are expected to come in the offseason. That was pretty much confirmed by Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens. But what changes could those be and could it possibly include a Jaylen Brown […] The post Celtics rumors: How Jaylen Brown offseason extension talks will directly signal potential trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Ayo Dosunmu playing tonight? Worrying update emerges on Timberwolves guard ahead of Game 3 vs Spurs (May.8)

The Timberwolves are fighting through injuries at a disadvantageous time. Ayo Dosunmu, who returned from a two-game absence with calf soreness, found himself on the injury report again with a different injury.

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"Jordan popping bottles, champagne poured down my throat, hair, and clothes" – Carmen Electra detailed the wild Bulls locker room celebration after the 1998 Finals win – Basketball Network

"Jordan popping bottles, champagne poured down my throat, hair, and clothes" - Carmen Electra detailed the wild Bulls locker room celebration after the 1998 Finals win  Basketball Network

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Jazz, Mammoth owner Ryan Smith details extensive Delta Center renovations

The Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth share a home known now as the Delta Center. The arena, which changed its name back to the Delta Center in 2023, opened in 1991. Now, the Delta Center is going under a massive renovation, and the owner of the Jazz and Mammoth, Ryan Smith, is giving an update […] The post Jazz, Mammoth owner Ryan Smith details extensive Delta Center renovations appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Exclusive: Carmelo Anthony drops truth bomb on Knicks becoming Eastern Conference favorite to reach NBA Finals

Carmelo Anthony is very high on his former team, the New York Knicks. Anthony began his NBA career and emerged as a star with the Denver Nuggets in the 2000s. But it was with his hometown Knicks where he had arguably his most memorable tenure in the league. It was with the Knicks that Anthony […] The post Exclusive: Carmelo Anthony drops truth bomb on Knicks becoming Eastern Conference favorite to reach NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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