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Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s mic-drop take on ‘free-throw merchant’ label

Apr 10, 2026 @ 8:38pm

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander addressed his free-throw merchant label during media availability, perhaps for the last time of the 2025-26 regular season. Gilgeous-Alexander put a bow on his MVP case by leading the Thunder to clinch the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference standings for the third year in a row. Shai […] The post Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s mic-drop take on ‘free-throw merchant’ label appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Michael Jordan's near-death experience gave him a very specific phobia: "Everybody's afraid of something" – Basketball Network

Apr 10, 2026 @ 8:34pm

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Basketball Network

Michael Jordan's near-death experience gave him a very specific phobia: "Everybody's afraid of something" Basketball Network

76ers waive Cam Payne, converts two-way guard before playoffs

Apr 10, 2026 @ 8:30pm

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The Philadelphia 76ers have made a final decision regarding the places of Cameron Payne and Dalen Terry as they near the end of the 2025-26 regular season. After experiencing a failed campaign last year, Philadelphia rebounded with a solid season as they find themselves back in the playoff picture. Despite seeing stars Joel Embiid and […] The post 76ers waive Cam Payne, converts two-way guard before playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Lakers Get Encouraging Update Before NBA Playoffs

Apr 10, 2026 @ 8:06pm

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Athlon Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers finally got a win on Thursday night. LeBron James led a hobbled Lakers side to a much-needed 119-103 victory against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. James willed his side to a win with 26 points, eight rebounds and 11 assists. The 41-year-old had to carry a much ...

‘It’s Tough To Match Up’ — NBA Scout Details Celtics’ 1 Major Roster Advantage Ahead of Playoffs

Apr 10, 2026 @ 8:00pm

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Pro Football Network

An Eastern Conference scout explained how the Boston Celtics maximizing player strengths makes them tough to match up with.

Lakers might go this far to save NBA season, but cost might be great

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:55pm

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NY Post Sports

The Lakers must weigh the risks of rushing Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves back from injury during the NBA playoffs, with long-term consequences potentially outweighing short-term gains.

Los Angeles Lakers Star LeBron James On Verge Of Major NBA History Against Suns

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:54pm

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On Friday night, the Los Angeles Lakers will host the Phoenix Suns in California.The Lakers are coming off a 119-103 win over the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center.LeBron James finished the game with 26 points, eight rebounds, 11 assists, two steals and one block while shooting 11/17 from the field and 3/5 from […] The post Los Angeles Lakers Star LeBron James On Verge Of Major NBA History Against Suns appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Insider Reveals Reason LeBron Wanted Anthony Davis Traded

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:53pm

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NBA pundit Colin Cowherd revealed that he has inside knowledge that LeBron James growing unhappy with Anthony Davis played a role in the Los Angeles Lakers trading him. Last season featured the all-time shocking blockbuster trade of the Lakers acquiring Doncic in exchange for Davis and Max Christie. The trade came out of nowhere when […] The post Insider Reveals Reason LeBron Wanted Anthony Davis Traded appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The promise Knicks displayed in win over Celtics could be key in ultimate chess match

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:50pm

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NY Post Sports

What did we learn from Thursday’s game that could matter in a playoff series? What advantages did the Knicks have that the Celtics — as Pritchard said — will try to adjust to?

Spurs Announce Victor Wembanyama Injury Update for Mavericks Game

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:41pm

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Athlon Sports

Victor Wembanyama was out of action for the San Antonio Spurs in their last game due to a rib injury. Nevertheless, the Spurs secured a 112-101 home victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday, with their superstar big man sidelined. Wembanyama has been in and out of the lineup for San ...

‘Houston’s Defense Will Just Swallow Them’ — NBA Exec Writes Off LeBron James-Led Lakers in Potential Rockets Series

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:35pm

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Pro Football Network

An NBA executive warns the Houston Rockets defense will swallow up LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in the playoffs.

Denver Nuggets Reveal Final Nikola Jokic Status vs OKC Thunder

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:35pm

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Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets are getting ready to duel it out with the 2025 NBA Champions on Friday night. Hosting the Oklahoma City Thunder for their second-to-last game of the regular season, the Nuggets entered the matchup with big questions regarding multiple players on their injury report. When the Nuggets released the report […] The post Denver Nuggets Reveal Final Nikola Jokic Status vs OKC Thunder appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Spurs Announce Key Decision Vs Mavericks After Victor Wembanyama News

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:30pm

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San Antonio Spurs announced starting lineup and final injury report for game vs Dallas Mavericks after Victor Wembanyama news was revealed. The post Spurs Announce Key Decision Vs Mavericks After Victor Wembanyama News appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Larry Bird on why he refused to hang out with Michael Jordan in public: “You draw too much attention” – Basketball Network

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:27pm

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Basketball Network

Larry Bird on why he refused to hang out with Michael Jordan in public: “You draw too much attention” Basketball Network

Boston Celtics Announce Starting Lineup Decision vs. Pelicans Amid Jaylen Brown News

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:26pm

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The Boston Celtics are gearing up for tonight’s home game against the lottery-destined New Orleans Pelicans. Boston is coming off a loss to the rival New York Knicks on Thursday, albeit without league MVP candidate Jaylen Brown. In Brown’s absence, the other Jay stepped up with a 24-point double-double. In the end, the Celtics fell just short […] The post Boston Celtics Announce Starting Lineup Decision vs. Pelicans Amid Jaylen Brown News appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Jim Chones stepping away from Cleveland Cavaliers radio analyst role after 18 years

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:20pm

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Awful Announcing

Jim Chones has been calling Cleveland Cavaliers games on the radio for 18 years and even longer when you factor in his television work. It’s finally time for him to take off the headset. The former NBA player announced he would be stepping away from his role as lead analyst on the Cleveland Cavaliers Radio…

Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic Gets Bad News From NBA Players

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:10pm

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The NBA MVP race is finally winding down. While Nikola Jokic and the other relevant candidates will continue their seasons in the NBA Playoffs, the voters will already have their minds made up for the regular-season award. With two games left for the Denver Nuggets, Jokic likely plans to be a finalist, but his 2025-2026 […] The post Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic Gets Bad News From NBA Players appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Boston Celtics Announce Jaylen Brown’s Playing Status for Pelicans Game

Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:00pm

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Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown watched in street clothes while supporting a fresh pair of shades as his team fell to the rival New York Knicks on Thursday. Brown, 29, has seen his name appear on the injury report in recent weeks because of a nagging Achilles injury. Fortunately, there doesn’t seem to be a […] The post Boston Celtics Announce Jaylen Brown’s Playing Status for Pelicans Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Viral Pacers Couple Represents Relationship Rorschach Test

Apr 10, 2026 @ 6:50pm

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A couple of Pacers fans went viral for all the wrong reasons on Thursday night.

Spurs Coach Makes Final Decision on Stephon Castle Before Mavericks Game: ‘It’s Real’

Apr 10, 2026 @ 6:46pm

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The Spurs announce a final decision on Stephon Castle before facing the Mavericks as injury concerns continue. The post Spurs Coach Makes Final Decision on Stephon Castle Before Mavericks Game: ‘It’s Real’ appeared first on Heavy Sports.

‘Lakers Don’t Have a Chance In Hell’ – NBA Analyst Predicts L.A.’s Disastrous Exit In Playoffs With LeBron James

Apr 10, 2026 @ 6:43pm

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Pro Football Network

NBA analyst Channing Frye explains why the Lakers' playoff hopes look bleak despite having a healthy LeBron James.

Spurs Coach Reveals Victor Wembanyama Status Before Mavericks Game

Apr 10, 2026 @ 6:41pm

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Victor Wembanyama’s status is revealed before Spurs vs Mavericks as injury and awards eligibility remain in focus. The post Spurs Coach Reveals Victor Wembanyama Status Before Mavericks Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

‘No Idea Who Is Actually Playing’ — NBA World Reacts to Tanking Grizzlies Sitting Up to $128.2M Worth of Players vs. Jazz

Apr 10, 2026 @ 6:37pm

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Pro Football Network

In tonight's game against the Utah Jazz, the Memphis Grizzlies will sit 12 players, as social media buzzes with disbelief.

Golden State Warriors Get Major LeBron James Free Agency News

Apr 10, 2026 @ 6:36pm

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LeBron James. Golden State Warriors. Two names that have felt eternally linked. Two forces that helped define basketball throughout the 2010s.Both may be past their primes, but that hasn’t weakened the pull. This is a connection that just won’t fade; in fact, it may only get stronger.It started back in 2015. James and the Warriors started […] The post Golden State Warriors Get Major LeBron James Free Agency News appeared first on Heavy Sports.