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Dillon Brooks gets a flagrant foul for smacking Chet Holmgren in face

Dillon Brooks continued his troublemaking from the very start of the Phoenix Suns-Oklahoma City Thunder playoff series. The Suns and Thunder kicked off Game 1 of their first-round playoff series on Sunday at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. Less than five minutes into the first quarter, the Phoenix swingman Brooks received a flagrant foul … The post Dillon Brooks gets a flagrant foul for smacking Chet Holmgren in face appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Knicks dominating Hawks in Game 1 without needing secret weapons show they can still level up

There were plenty of positive takeaways to be had from the New York Knicks 113-102 Game 1 win over the Atlanta Hawks. The strong play and execution of Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns were two of the more prominent ones. New York also won the rebounding and turnover battle, and they kept pace with the […] The post Knicks dominating Hawks in Game 1 without needing secret weapons show they can still level up appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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‘Inside the NBA’ goes off the rails in hilarious McDonald’s segment

After the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Houston Rockets 107-98 in Game 1 of their first-round series, Inside the NBA followed on ABC to recap day one of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on Saturday night. And it didn’t take long for things to get off track on the iconic studio show. Inside the NBA host…

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Jayson Tatum Gets Candid After Emotional Playoff Return From Injury

The Boston Celtics entered the NBA playoffs looking every bit like a team ready for a deep run, and their Game 1 performance backed that up in dominant fashion. Behind the long-awaited return of Jayson Tatum and another strong showing from Jaylen Brown, Boston rolled past the Philadelphia 76ers 123-91 on Sunday afternoon at TD […] The post Jayson Tatum Gets Candid After Emotional Playoff Return From Injury appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Draymond Green makes his feelings about Steve Kerr clear

Draymond Green and Steve Kerr have had their fair share of clashes, but the veteran forward made his feelings about the Golden State Warriors coach very clear. In his latest episode of “The Draymond Green Show,” Green effusively praised Kerr, and even credited the coach for motivating him this season at several points when he … The post Draymond Green makes his feelings about Steve Kerr clear appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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What Dillon Brooks did to Chet Holmgren minutes before flagrant 1 in Game 1 of Thunder-Suns

The Phoenix Suns and Oklahoma City Thunder kicked off their first round NBA playoff series on Sunday afternoon, but it didn’t take long for the fireworks to be lit. Less than five minutes into Game 1 between the Suns and Thunder, Dillon Brooks was hit with a flagrant foul penalty one for a shot to […] The post What Dillon Brooks did to Chet Holmgren minutes before flagrant 1 in Game 1 of Thunder-Suns appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jayson Tatum’s immediate reaction to triumphant return to NBA Playoffs

The Boston Celtics took a 1-0 series lead against the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round, defeating them 123-91. They were led by Jayson Tatum, who finished with 25 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists, as it was his first playoff game since his Achilles injury last season. It looked like Tatum hadn’t lost a […] The post Jayson Tatum’s immediate reaction to triumphant return to NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics fans troll 76ers fans with ‘We want Boston’ chants at end of Game 1 blowout

On Sunday afternoon, the Boston Celtics hit the floor for the first game of their 2026 NBA playoff run against the Philadelphia 76ers. To say that the Celtics performed well in this one would be an understatement, as Boston dominated this contest from start to finish and ended up walking home with a 123-91. The […] The post Celtics fans troll 76ers fans with ‘We want Boston’ chants at end of Game 1 blowout appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kim English backs out of North Carolina assistant gig under Michael Malone

Michael Malone appeared to have filled his first North Carolina Basketball staff on Tuesday. Now Kim English goes from incoming UNC assistant to backing out of Chapel Hill. ESPN college basketball insider Pete Thamel revealed the reversal on English’s side Sunday afternoon. “Sources: Kim English has informed UNC officials that he’s decided not to pursue […] The post Kim English backs out of North Carolina assistant gig under Michael Malone appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Suns’ Dillon Brooks hit with Flagrant 1 for slapping Chet Holmgren in the face

The Phoenix Suns did what they had to do to get into the playoffs, defeating the Golden State Warriors a few days ago to clinch the No. 8 seed. Their reward was playing the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round, but from what we’ve seen all season, the Suns won’t back down from anybody. […] The post Suns’ Dillon Brooks hit with Flagrant 1 for slapping Chet Holmgren in the face appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics fans had ruthless taunt for 76ers fans during Game 1 rout

Boston Celtics fans were feeling ruthless late during their team’s Game 1 blowout against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Celtics beat the 76ers 123-91 at TD Garden in Boston, Mass. on Sunday to open their Eastern Conference Quarterfinal series. The Celtics never trailed, and led by as much as 35 at one point. With the game … The post Celtics fans had ruthless taunt for 76ers fans during Game 1 rout appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Deni Avdija responds to Victor Wembanyama’s ‘free throw’ jab at him

The Portland Trail Blazers have a tall task ahead of them with the San Antonio Spurs waiting for them in what will be Victor Wembanyama’s highly anticipated NBA playoff debut. But the series will also mark the playoff debut of another rising star in Deni Avdija. The Spurs and Blazers are set to tip off […] The post Deni Avdija responds to Victor Wembanyama’s ‘free throw’ jab at him appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors’ Draymond Green reveals how Steve Kerr kept him from ‘quitting’ this season

Draymond Green gave Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr credit for keeping him focused amidst a trying 2025-26 season. With a one-year, $27.7 million option left on his deal, Green says he’s not going to retire this summer. However, Kerr’s future with the team hangs in the balance as his contract has expired. There […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green reveals how Steve Kerr kept him from ‘quitting’ this season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers most to blame for ugly Game 1 loss to Celtics in 2026 NBA Playoffs

The Philadelphia 76ers had a rough start to the playoffs, losing 123-91 to the Boston Celtics in Game 1. They came into the game with not much rest, like other teams, as they had to earn their spot earlier in the week with the Play-In Tournament. Nonetheless, the 76ers knew what they were up against, […] The post 76ers most to blame for ugly Game 1 loss to Celtics in 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Jayson Tatum passes Kobe Bryant in NBA playoff history

On Sunday afternoon, the Boston Celtics hit the floor at home for a matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of their first round playoff series. The Celtics got off to a hot start in this one, taking an 18-point lead into the locker room thanks to a strong first half on both sides […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum passes Kobe Bryant in NBA playoff history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How Spurs can neutralize biggest playoff weakness with show of ‘force’

As good as the San Antonio Spurs were this regular season and as mesmerizing as Victor Wembanyama can be, the squad’s youth serves as a cautionary tale as experts wonder whether this group can join the storied franchise’s title teams. Luke Kornet and Harrison Barnes are the squad’s only two rotational players who’ve experienced long […] The post How Spurs can neutralize biggest playoff weakness with show of ‘force’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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