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Damon Jones expected to plead guilty in NBA gambling case

Apr 16, 2026 @ 4:45pm

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As the NBA enters its postseason with the Play-In Tournament underway, former player and assistant coach Damon Jones is expected to plead guilty in a sweeping federal gambling case that has implicated multiple figures connected to the league. “Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones is expected to become the first person to plead […] The post Damon Jones expected to plead guilty in NBA gambling case appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ja Morant Reportedly Told Players He’s “Done Playing for Memphis” Amid Lingering Frustration Over Suspension Fallout

Apr 16, 2026 @ 4:28pm

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College Football Network

Ja Morant's name has not remained far from controversy for a long time, as once again, his statement has caught everyone off guard.

"When did winning stop mattering for anything?" – Draymond Green has no doubts about his NBA ROY choice between Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel – Basketball Network

Apr 16, 2026 @ 4:24pm

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Basketball Network

"When did winning stop mattering for anything?" - Draymond Green has no doubts about his NBA ROY choice between Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel Basketball Network

Why Nickeil Alexander-Walker is confident in Hawks’ chances as underdogs vs Knicks

Apr 16, 2026 @ 4:16pm

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ClutchPoints

The Atlanta Hawks are seen as underdogs going into their series against the New York Knicks, and most of the national media have them losing. The Hawks see it, but they are only focused on what’s in front of them and believe in their ability to compete at the highest level. Nickeil Alexander-Walker is making […] The post Why Nickeil Alexander-Walker is confident in Hawks’ chances as underdogs vs Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Draymond Green was so sick during Warriors’ win

Apr 16, 2026 @ 4:14pm

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Larry Brown Sports

Draymond Green turned in a defensive masterclass during the Golden State Warriors’ play-in win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night, and new information has emerged to make it even more impressive. Green was battling an illness during the Warriors’ 126-121 win over the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Ca. ESPN’s … The post Draymond Green was so sick during Warriors’ win appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Heat’s Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes final pitch for 6th Man of the Year trophy

Apr 16, 2026 @ 4:00pm

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ClutchPoints

With the Play-In Tournament underway and the NBA Playoffs right around the corner, season awards will be announced relatively soon. On Thursday, after the Heat was eliminated from the postseason in a 127-126 overtime loss to the Charlotte Hornets, Jaime Jaquez Jr. made his final pitch for why he deserves the Sixth Man of the […] The post Heat’s Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes final pitch for 6th Man of the Year trophy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

76ers Announce Joel Embiid Injury Update Ahead of Celtics Game

Apr 16, 2026 @ 3:58pm

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Athlon Sports

Embiid missed the 76ers' play-in game on Wednesday.

"They pay you for being able to be traded" – Klay Thompson explains cold side of the NBA business while speaking about future with Mavs – Basketball Network

Apr 16, 2026 @ 3:56pm

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Basketball Network

"They pay you for being able to be traded" - Klay Thompson explains cold side of the NBA business while speaking about future with Mavs Basketball Network

Steph Curry Appears to Avoid Serious Injury After Scary Ankle Landing Goes Viral

Apr 16, 2026 @ 3:40pm

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College Football Network

Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry will be considering himself lucky Wednesday night after appearing to escape a scary incident without serious injury.

Ex-LeBron James teammate to plead guilty in NBA gambling scandal

Apr 16, 2026 @ 3:30pm

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Larry Brown Sports

One of LeBron James’ former teammates is the first defendant in the NBA gambling scandal to plead guilty. Former player and assistant coach Damon Jones plans to plead guilty to sports gambling charges, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. Jones had initially pleaded not guilty to selling insider information to sports gamblers. Jones has … The post Ex-LeBron James teammate to plead guilty in NBA gambling scandal appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

BuzzFeed apparently tried to hire Adrian Wojnarowski

Apr 16, 2026 @ 3:30pm

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Awful Announcing

In the fall of 2013, Joel Anderson arrived at BuzzFeed with a plan. He was going to be a senior sports writer. He was also going to learn how to make GIFs, because this was BuzzFeed, and the currency of the moment was digital fluency. Both things seemed important. Both things seemed possible. Within six…

NBA Makes Major Decision on Luka Doncic, Anthony Edwards, and Cade Cunningham’s Award Eligibility After Rare Challenge

Apr 16, 2026 @ 3:24pm

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Total Pro Sports

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham will be eligible for end-of-season awards.

Brian Windhorst Blames Massive $76 Billion TV Deal for Blinding Adam Silver to League’s Major Issue

Apr 16, 2026 @ 2:58pm

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Pro Football Network

Brian Windhorst thinks the NBA's lucrative media rights deal is decaying the player popularity and star merit.

Chris Finch Demands ‘Explanation’ As NBA Denies Anthony Edwards’ Grievance Unlike Luka Dončić, Cade Cunningham

Apr 16, 2026 @ 2:50pm

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Pro Football Network

After having his grievance denied while Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham had theirs approved, Chris Finch defended star Anthony Edwards.

‘It Didn’t Happen’ — Bam Adebayo Accuses LaMelo Ball of Lying About Apology After Controversial Injury

Apr 16, 2026 @ 2:45pm

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Pro Football Network

Miami Heat big man Bam Adebayo has claimed that LaMelo Ball still hasn't apologized after the Hornets star injured him during a play-in clash.

Bam Adebayo Addresses LaMelo Ball Not Checking In After Heat-Hornets Incident

Apr 16, 2026 @ 2:39pm

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Athlon Sports

Bam Adebayo reveals LaMelo Ball never followed through on his postgame apology, fueling major controversy after Miami’s season-ending loss.

‘Doesn’t Make Sense’ – Bam Adebayo Slams NBA Rulebook After LaMelo Ball’s ‘Hostile Act’ Causes Injury

Apr 16, 2026 @ 2:38pm

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Pro Football Network

Bam Adebayo questions an NBA ruling after a controversial LaMelo Ball incident, raising concerns over officiating and delayed decisions.

Paul Pierce breaks down why the Miami Heat have trouble landing superstars – Basketball Network

Apr 16, 2026 @ 2:33pm

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Basketball Network

Paul Pierce breaks down why the Miami Heat have trouble landing superstars Basketball Network

Charles Barkley Calls Out Stephen A. Smith and Others Over Reaction to LeBron James’ Memphis Comments

Apr 16, 2026 @ 2:12pm

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Total Pro Sports

Charles Barkley recently criticised Stephen A. Smith and others for racializing LeBron James’ Memphis take.

Bam Adebayo addresses whether LaMelo Ball apologized to him

Apr 16, 2026 @ 2:09pm

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Larry Brown Sports

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo is firing back at LaMelo Ball over Ball’s controversial move in the NBA Play-In Tournament. Adebayo revealed Thursday that Ball has not apologized to him for the trip that knocked him out of Miami’s 127-126 overtime loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday. Ball had said after the game that … The post Bam Adebayo addresses whether LaMelo Ball apologized to him appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.