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NBC admits to glaring error in final seconds of Knicks-Hawks Game 2

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New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown may have some choice words ready for whoever’s in charge of NBC’s scorebug. Brown was universally panned for not calling a timeout in the final seconds of Game 2 of the Knicks’ first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks. The Knicks lost the contest 107-106 after Mikal Bridges missed … The post NBC admits to glaring error in final seconds of Knicks-Hawks Game 2 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mike Brown laments glaring Game 2 issue that doomed Knicks vs. Hawks

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The New York Knicks missed a golden opportunity to take a 2-0 series lead in their first-round matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, as they let a 12-point lead heading into the fourth quarter of Game 2 slip en route to a 107-106 defeat on Monday night. In the end, the Knicks still had an opportunity […] The post Mike Brown laments glaring Game 2 issue that doomed Knicks vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Damian Lillard fires huge reaction to Hawk’s SG CJ McCollum’s wild MSG takeover

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Madison Square Garden has a way of turning stars into villains or legends, and on Monday night, CJ McCollum chose legend. The Atlanta Hawks veteran orchestrated a stunning fourth-quarter comeback to edge the New York Knicks 107-106, tying their Eastern Conference first-round series at 1-1 and silencing a rowdy New York crowd. McCollum dominated the […] The post Damian Lillard fires huge reaction to Hawk’s SG CJ McCollum’s wild MSG takeover appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nuggets’ Jamal Murray dazzles with halftime buzzer-beater vs. Timberwolves

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Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets looked to take a 2-0 lead in the first round of the playoffs as they hosted the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena in Game 2 on Monday. Murray was sensational in Game 1. So far, he has been even more fantastic in Game 2, dropping 23 points, including five […] The post Nuggets’ Jamal Murray dazzles with halftime buzzer-beater vs. Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 Knicks most to blame for brutal Game 2 collapse to Hawks

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The New York Knicks’ collapse in Game 2 vs. the Atlanta Hawks stunned Madison Square Garden and abruptly flipped the early momentum of the series. In a 107–106 playoff loss Monday, fans watched a controlled, disciplined performance unravel in the final minutes. What should have been a commanding win instead became a case study in […] The post 3 Knicks most to blame for brutal Game 2 collapse to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Victor Wembanyama Reacts to DPOY Win While Highlighting Biggest Challenge Along the Way

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Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs just became the first unanimous winner of the prestigious Defensive Player of the Year award in NBA history. And he shared his struggle before finally taking home the hardware.

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Hawks’ CJ McCollum has become the ‘new’ Trae Young for angry Knicks fans

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A few years ago, the Atlanta Hawks had a villain on their roster. Star point guard Trae Young had a knack for getting under the skin of other teams’ fans. No fanbase hated Young more than the New York Knicks. In what became Young’s signature moment, the former Hawks guard traumatized Knicks fans with his […] The post Hawks’ CJ McCollum has become the ‘new’ Trae Young for angry Knicks fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo drops a cryptic follow-up to ‘Thank you’ message

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The coming weeks will be very critical for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks as they try to find a win-win situation for both camps following a forgettable season. The Bucks are open to listening again to trade offers for Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP has sent mixed signals about his future in Milwaukee, but on […] The post Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo drops a cryptic follow-up to ‘Thank you’ message appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ Mitchell Robinson makes impact on both ends as Hawks don’t employ fouling tactics

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There were no instances of hack-a-Robinson on Monday night. The Knicks center’s presence was felt without that ploy to get him out of the game in the 107-106 loss to the Hawks in Game 2. Mitchell Robinson was terrific at both ends of the floor, notching 13 points, seven rebounds, a steal and a block...

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Raptors’ Darko Rajaković defends Brandon Ingram after rough Game 2 showing

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Following the Toronto Raptors’ loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of their first-round matchup, Brandon Ingram became the center of attention when he pointed out his lack of touches late in their 126-113 defeat. In Game 2, the Raptors definitely made a more concerted effort to find him, only for that gameplan of […] The post Raptors’ Darko Rajaković defends Brandon Ingram after rough Game 2 showing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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After Losing Out on Kim English, Michael Malone Faces Another Setback As UNC Star Takes Confusing Transfer Portal Decision

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There hasn’t been a lot of success for Michael Malone in the transfer portal. Marquee star player Caleb Wilson declared for the NBA draft. And to make matters worse, Seth Trimble, one of the best players on the team last season, has decided to enter the transfer portal. Before this news, Malone was about to […]

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Knicks’ Jose Alvarado proved ready when called on despite rotation fallout

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The New York City native provided a spark off the bench, although it wasn’t enough, as the Knicks lost home-court advantage in this first-round series. They dropped Game 2, 107-106, blowing a 12-point fourth-quarter lead to the Hawks at the Garden. 

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Sends Message to Milwaukee After Bucks Trade Admission

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Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks are regrouping after a tough 2025-26 NBA regular season. Antetokounmpo himself played up to his standards — that is, when he did play. Appearing in a career-low 36 games, the Greek Freak still produced, scoring 27.6 points per game, 9.8 rebounds and 5.4 ...

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