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Lakers HC JJ Redick explains decision before Luka Doncic’s injury

The Los Angeles Lakers faced a harsh reality on Thursday night, as they were blown out by the league-leading Oklahoma City Thunder, 139-96, while also losing star guard Luka Doncic to injury. The Slovenian All-Star left the game in the third quarter after suffering a left hamstring strain, the same leg that had previously kept […] The post Lakers HC JJ Redick explains decision before Luka Doncic’s injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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“Have some respect!” – Austin Reaves sounds off on an OKC fan who was heckling Luka Doncic following his injury – Basketball Network

“Have some respect!” - Austin Reaves sounds off on an OKC fan who was heckling Luka Doncic following his injury  Basketball Network

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"Statistically, we all probably know a pedophile" – Michael Porter Jr. warns parents against kids attending sleepovers – Basketball Network

"Statistically, we all probably know a pedophile" - Michael Porter Jr. warns parents against kids attending sleepovers  Basketball Network

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“Why Was Luka Doncic In The Game Down 30?”: Lakers Fans Slam Decision to Prolong Superstar’s Minutes After Hamstring Injury in Blowout Loss

MVP candidate Luka Doncic suffered a hamstring injury during their 139-96 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday.

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Celtics Get Notable Injury Update Ahead of Playoffs

The Boston Celtics beat the Miami Heat 147-129 on Wednesday night at Kaseya Center. Jaylen Brown had a stellar outing, pouring in 43 points with 7 assists. Jayson Tatum recorded his first triple-double since returning from injury with 25 points, 18 rebounds, and 11 assists. Boston set a franchise record with 53 first-quarter points.The Celtics […] The post Celtics Get Notable Injury Update Ahead of Playoffs appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Injury Expert Fears the Worst for Luka Doncic, Lakers After Hamstring Setback

A sports doctor suggests Luka Doncic could miss up to six weeks with hamstring injury, as Lakers await MRI results after Thunder loss. The post Injury Expert Fears the Worst for Luka Doncic, Lakers After Hamstring Setback appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Cleveland Cavaliers Star James Harden Made NBA History In Warriors Game

On Thursday night, the Cleveland Cavaliers played the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center in San Francisco.The Cavs won by a score of 118-111.James Harden finished with 19 points, two rebounds and five assists while shooting 7/11 from the field and 3/6 from three-point range in 37 minutes of playing time.With their win over […] The post Cleveland Cavaliers Star James Harden Made NBA History In Warriors Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Thunder’s Mark Daigneault shrugs off extra-motivation factor vs. Lakers

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault didn’t feel anything different with his team in preparing for Thursday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. With an opportunity to send a message to the defending champions after winning 13 of 14 games, the Lakers fell behind by double-digits before trailing all night. After […] The post Thunder’s Mark Daigneault shrugs off extra-motivation factor vs. Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hornets’ Kon Knueppel reveals Kemba Walker’s message before breaking franchise record

Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel had a memorable evening on Thursday, as he set the new team record for most three-pointers in a season in their win over the Phoenix Suns, 127-106, at Spectrum Center. Knueppel made four three-pointers to increase his total to 261, beating the previous record of Hornets legend Kemba Walker, who […] The post Hornets’ Kon Knueppel reveals Kemba Walker’s message before breaking franchise record appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kendrick Perkins argues no playoff scheme can stop Victor Wembanyama

The San Antonio Spurs have become one of the fiercest contenders in the NBA, as they have coalesced quite nicely under head coach Mitch Johnson in just the third year of Victor Wembanyama’s career. The Spurs are even on fire, having won their past 11 games, and heading into the playoffs, the Spurs are looking […] The post Kendrick Perkins argues no playoff scheme can stop Victor Wembanyama appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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“JJ Barea Destroyed You”: Fans Ridicule LeBron James After Former Heat Superstar Blamed Poor Play In 2011 NBA Finals To His “Villain” Role

Fans trash LeBron James for claiming media forced him to a "villain" role that contributed to his struggles in the 2011 NBA Finals.

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Austin Reaves Cursed Out Thunder Fan For Heckling Injured Luka

MVP candidate Luka Doncic left Thursday’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a hamstring injury, and Austin Reaves defended him against a heckling fan. The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a brutal 139-96 loss, but the injury was a bigger moment of concern for the foreseeable future. Doncic fell down in pain and instantly looked […] The post Austin Reaves Cursed Out Thunder Fan For Heckling Injured Luka appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Max Strus keeps Cavs grounded after playoff clincher

For the fourth consecutive season, the Cleveland Cavaliers are headed to the NBA playoffs. On Thursday night, they punched their ticket to the playoffs after securing a 118-111 victory over the Golden State Warriors. With a 48-29 record, the worst they can finish the season with is 34 losses, and considering how they have the […] The post Max Strus keeps Cavs grounded after playoff clincher appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ Austin Reaves goes full NSFW on fan amid Luka Doncic injury

Austin Reaves was the first person to check on Luka Doncic after he suffered a hamstring injury in the Los Angeles Lakers’ loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center on Thursday. It happened in the third quarter, when the Lakers were down by over 30 points. Doncic covered his face as he lay […] The post Lakers’ Austin Reaves goes full NSFW on fan amid Luka Doncic injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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