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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama delivers truth bomb ahead of first playoffs

Supported by a team that sports the NBA’s second best record and armed with size/skill set combination never seen in basketball, Victor Wembanyama has visions of grandeur. Especially considering the San Antonio Spurs domination of the Oklahoma City Thunder this season, it’s realistic to think the start of the playoffs could serve as the launch […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama delivers truth bomb ahead of first playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Anthony Edwards had a curious reaction to Timberwolves’ loss

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Anthony Edwards was caught reacting in an unusual way to his team’s Game 1 loss to the Denver Nuggets. Edwards appeared to be visibly laughing on the bench during a timeout with 52 seconds left in the Nuggets’ 116-105 win in Game 1 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals at Ball Arena in … The post Anthony Edwards had a curious reaction to Timberwolves’ loss appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Cavs’ Evan Mobley drops ‘perfect time’ claim on NBA playoffs after Game 1 win vs. Raptors

The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 behind a team-wide performance 126-113. Donovan Mitchell and James Harden led the way, Max Strus brought infectious energy off the bench, and Dean Wade defended his tail off against Brandon Ingram, but Evan Mobley’s approach to the game in all facets showcased the poise and […] The post Cavs’ Evan Mobley drops ‘perfect time’ claim on NBA playoffs after Game 1 win vs. Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Everyone said the same thing about Jaden McDaniels shoving Nikola Jokic

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels may have made some powerful enemies during his team’s playoff opener on Saturday. McDaniels needlessly shoved Nikola Jokic in the back late in the third quarter of Game 1 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals at Ball Arena in Denver, Co. Jokic and the rest of the Denver Nuggets understandably took … The post Everyone said the same thing about Jaden McDaniels shoving Nikola Jokic appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jimmy Butler’s Future with Golden State Warriors Gets Major Update

An uncertain future faces the Golden State Warriors after they were eliminated in the NBA Play-In Tournament by the Phoenix Suns. There are questions about Steve Kerr and Draymond Green’s future with the franchise, and Jimmy Butler might as well be included in that list.Butler is expected to be sideline for a large chunk of […] The post Jimmy Butler’s Future with Golden State Warriors Gets Major Update appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Lakers Receive Huge Luka Doncic Update Just Before Game 1 vs Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers have been without superstar point guard Luka Doncic since April 2. Doncic is 16 days into an injury that typically necessitates a monthlong recovery timeline, but there is still hope around the Lakers organization that Doncic can return to the court even sometime during the first round.  Doncic, 27, incurred a […] The post Lakers Receive Huge Luka Doncic Update Just Before Game 1 vs Rockets appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Lakers’ Marcus Smart, Deandre Ayton eager to be back in NBA playoffs

The thought of being back on this stage had Deandre Ayton’s blood boiling. He quipped that he was ready to do backflips out of excitement because of what was ahead for him and the Lakers.  That’s how much Ayton is relishing the opportunity to be a part of the NBA playoffs again, with the Lakers...

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Donovan Mitchell makes honest admission after defeating Raptors in Game 1

The Cleveland Cavaliers struck first in Game 1 of their opening round playoff series against the Toronto Raptors with Cavs star Donovan Mitchell leading the way with a game-high 32 points. Mitchell and James Harden combined for 54 points as the Cavs set the tone early. But it wasn’t Donovan Mitchell’s scoring that he was […] The post Donovan Mitchell makes honest admission after defeating Raptors in Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Houston Rockets Announce Current Injury Report For Lakers Game

On Saturday night, the Houston Rockets will be in California to take on the Los Angeles Lakers for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series.The Rockets are the fifth seed in the Western Conference after going 52-30 during the regular season.Houston Rockets Announce Current Injury ReportFor Saturday’s game, the Rockets have announced their full injury […] The post Houston Rockets Announce Current Injury Report For Lakers Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Devin Booker brutally dismissed his confrontation with Draymond Green

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker had the perfect way of dismissing his late-game spat with Draymond Green during Friday’s play-in game. Both Booker and Green were ejected late in the Suns’ 111-96 win over the Golden State Warriors at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Az. Booker seemingly objected to a hard foul by Green, prompting … The post Devin Booker brutally dismissed his confrontation with Draymond Green appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kristaps Porzingis on if he wants to return to Warriors: ‘That’s a good question’

It was vintage Kristaps Porzingis.  He was active. He was everywhere. He helped space the court for Steph Curry’s scoring flurries. He was in the trenches alongside Draymond Green on defense. A few days before the Warriors were eliminated Friday from the play-in tournament, Porzingis had 20 points (8-for-12 shooting from the field, 3-for-6 from...

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Jalen Green Reveals What Steph Curry Told Him After Suns End Warriors’ Season

Jalen Green reveals what Steph Curry told him after the Suns eliminated the Warriors in a full-circle moment. The post Jalen Green Reveals What Steph Curry Told Him After Suns End Warriors’ Season appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Clippers to add at least 1 “significant piece” to roster this summer

INGLEWOOD, CA — The LA Clippers fell short once again this season, but not reaching the playoffs is a new low for the organization that has prided itself on being a winning franchise at the absolute minimum. An end to this season brings the Clippers one season closer to their current goal of the summers […] The post Clippers to add at least 1 “significant piece” to roster this summer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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