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Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski aims for long-term contract extension after ‘up and down’ season

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SAN FRANCISCO – In a season full of highs and lows for Brandin Podziemski and the Golden State Warriors, the 23-year-old guard is ending his third year on a high. “Kind of coincides with the team’s success, so up and down,” Podziemski summarized his season at exit interviews. “Slow to start. Learned some things when […] The post Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski aims for long-term contract extension after ‘up and down’ season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers Coach JJ Redick Addresses Luka Doncic Development Before Game 2

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Luka Doncic sat out the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 1 win over the Houston Rockets on Saturday. The 27-year-old is still recovering from a hamstring injury that sidelined him for the tail end of the regular season. Doncic will not play in Game 2 on Tuesday. The Lakers have already officially ruled him ...

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Todd Golden is being linked to 1 NBA team in surprise development

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Todd Golden may be looking to follow in the footsteps of Florida predecessor Billy Donovan. The Golden State Warriors could potentially pursue the Florida men’s basketball coach Golden if current head coach Steve Kerr ends up departing, Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo! Sports reported on Monday. O’Connor notes that Golden already has ties to the San … The post Todd Golden is being linked to 1 NBA team in surprise development appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Clippers Reason For Turning Down Warriors Kawhi Leonard Trade Revealed

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The Los Angeles Clippers turned down a trade offer from the Golden State Warriors to acquire Kawhi Leonard during the season’s trade deadline. ESPN released an article going in depth about what happened and why the Clippers showed no interest. Golden State apparently viewed Leonard as one of their dream targets after the Clippers gave […] The post Clippers Reason For Turning Down Warriors Kawhi Leonard Trade Revealed appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Philadelphia 76ers Injury Report For Game 2 vs. Celtics: Joel Embiid Remains Sidelined

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The Philadelphia 76ers‘ official injury report for Game 2 of their first-round matchup with the Boston Celtics is identical to their report for the first game of the series.It includes the expected absence of star center Joel Embiid, who has been ruled out of the game as he continues to recover from an emergency appendectomy. […] The post Philadelphia 76ers Injury Report For Game 2 vs. Celtics: Joel Embiid Remains Sidelined appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Guards, Wings, and Bigs Gaining Value This Offseason

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It may feel like your fantasy basketball campaign just ended. But trends are already being set for next season, and there’s already a clear view of who the 2026-27 fantasy basketball risers are. Certain guards, wings, and bigs are being positioned to have increased usage and category gains. Role ...

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Bill Simmons flip-flops on NBA awards picks: ‘I feel not awesome about it’

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Few people in sports media take NBA awards voting as seriously as Bill Simmons. The Sports Guy came up in the industry primarily as a basketball writer, obsessing over the minutiae of the league and turning its eccentricities into national storylines. Even now that he is no longer on ESPN’s NBA studio coverage or penning…

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Victor Wembanyama reveals ‘real struggle’ in DPOY season

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To virtually no one’s surprise, Victor Wembanyama was awarded the Defensive Player of the Year. The first time in NBA history, a player won that honor unanimously. Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs are up 1-0 over the Portland Trail Blazers in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. A game in which Wembanyama scored 35 […] The post Victor Wembanyama reveals ‘real struggle’ in DPOY season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Florida’s Todd Golden Named Potential Contender For Warriors Job Amid Steve Kerr Exit Speculation

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The NBA season has wrapped up for 14 teams, including the Golden State Warriors. With the Warriors missing the playoffs, there could be changes ahead this offseason, including the potential departure of head coach Steve Kerr.Kerr’s contract expires at the end of the season, and if the Warriors can’t reach a deal with him or […] The post Florida’s Todd Golden Named Potential Contender For Warriors Job Amid Steve Kerr Exit Speculation appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Alperen Sengun for Giannis Antetokounmpo chatter grows as Rockets sputter

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A potential trade featuring Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo seems to be gaining plenty of interest. Sengun is going through his second playoff appearance while Antetokounmpo is watching from home after Milwaukee failed to qualify for the postseason. However, Houston suffered a Game 1 upset loss to the Los […] The post Alperen Sengun for Giannis Antetokounmpo chatter grows as Rockets sputter appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers vs. Celtics 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 2 prediction, odds, pick

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We’re back with another betting prediction and pick as the 2026 NBA Playoffs continue in the Eastern Conference. The Philadelphia 76ers visit the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of their First Round matchup, Boston leading the series 1-0. Check our NBA Playoffs odds series for the 76ers-Celtics prediction and pick. The Boston Celtics took an expected 1-0 lead […] The post 76ers vs. Celtics 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 2 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mike Brown reveals 2 keys to keep Karl-Anthony Towns momentum going vs. Hawks

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NEW YORK – The New York Knicks’ Game 1 win over the Atlanta Hawks was both the best of times, and worst of times, for Karl-Anthony Towns. The All-Star center finished with 25 points, eight rebounds, four assists, and three blocks on the night. But the path there was a tale of two Towns. Over […] The post Mike Brown reveals 2 keys to keep Karl-Anthony Towns momentum going vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kevin Durant Injury Update: Rockets Announce Star’s Status for Game 2 vs Lakers

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Kevin Durant watched in civvies on the bench while his Houston Rockets dropped Game 1 against the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday evening.  Even without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Lakers came out firing behind the boisterous home crowd. L.A.’s spirit was elevated from jump by the timeless LeBron James, who looked spry and […] The post Kevin Durant Injury Update: Rockets Announce Star’s Status for Game 2 vs Lakers appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Alperen Sengun reacts to viral LeBron James video from Game 1 vs. Lakers

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The Houston Rockets are hopeful for a bounce-back Game 2 performance after a very disappointing Game 1 against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. In particular, the Rockets need much more from All-Star center Alperen Sengun. In a Game 1 that saw Kevin Durant sidelined due to a bruised right knee, Sengun finished with […] The post Alperen Sengun reacts to viral LeBron James video from Game 1 vs. Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bill Simmons trolling Lakers fans’ false hope for playoff run

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As LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers to a Game 1 win over the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, there could be some more excitement from the fanbase on the team’s chances. Helped by a monster performance for the Lakers from Luke Kennard, analyst Bill Simmons would troll fans […] The post Bill Simmons trolling Lakers fans’ false hope for playoff run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes has had Luke Kennard stock for over a decade

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The Los Angeles Lakers needed other players to step up down the stretch before the NBA Playoffs. King James can still take over games, but those moments are getting fewer and farther between, which gives other players a chance to step up. In addition to that, a rash of injuries allowed players like Luke Kennard […] The post Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes has had Luke Kennard stock for over a decade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski isn’t trying to be the next Stephen Curry

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Brandin Podziemski has the privilege of playing alongside one of the greatest players in NBA history in Stephen Curry. However, the young guard doesn’t plan on following in the footsteps of the future Golden State Warriors Hall of Famer. Podziemski completed his third season in the NBA with the Warriors. While he enjoyed another year […] The post Why Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski isn’t trying to be the next Stephen Curry appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Minnesota Timberwolves Trade Package For Kyrie Irving Revealed

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The Minnesota Timberwolves may have a chance at acquiring Kyrie Irving to fix their biggest flaw of lacking a starting point guard. Minnesota currently has a backcourt of Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo, but neither man has a history of playing the point guard position. The current plan sees Edwards typically running the offense as […] The post Minnesota Timberwolves Trade Package For Kyrie Irving Revealed appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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