Mamdani jokes Trae Young is reason for expensive Garden playoff tickets — but Knicks nemesis claps back
Zohran Mamdani tried to dunk over the Knicks' longtime arch-nemesis. But Trae Young wasn't having it.
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Erik Spoelstra Surprisingly Defends LaMelo Ball Against NBA
In a surprising twist, Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra went out of his way to defend LaMelo Ball against critics demanding he gets punished for injuring Bam Adebayo. The Charlotte Hornets got past Miami in the first play-in game, but many Heat fans are livid about Adebayo getting injured from an allegedly “dirty” play […] The post Erik Spoelstra Surprisingly Defends LaMelo Ball Against NBA appeared first on Heavy Sports.
‘How on Earth Does He Have a Vote?’ — Calls Mount for NBA Champion to Lose Awards Ballot After Concerning Admission
NBA observers are calling for Kendrick Perkins to lose his vote for the league's end-of-season awards after his admission regarding LaMelo Ball.
Kendrick Perkins ‘sick and tired’ of Magic’s Paolo Banchero as coaching rumors swirl
The Orlando Magic are on the brink of elimination as they host the Charlotte Hornets in the Play-In Tournament at Kia Center on Friday for the last ticket to the playoffs in the Eastern Conference. The winner will face the Detroit Pistons in the first round. The Magic had the chance to enter the playoffs […] The post Kendrick Perkins ‘sick and tired’ of Magic’s Paolo Banchero as coaching rumors swirl appeared first on ClutchPoints.
How Heat’s Bam Adebayo helps Kel’el Ware handle Erik Spoelstra’s coaching
MIAMI – While the Miami Heat were hurt by a ton of factors this year, as the team missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2018-19 season, the positive takeaway was the development of key young players. As Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. is in line to contend for Sixth Man of the […] The post How Heat’s Bam Adebayo helps Kel’el Ware handle Erik Spoelstra’s coaching appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bam Adebayo Sends Subtle Message to LaMelo Ball After Nasty Injury Incident
Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo took the petty route when asked about his thoughts regarding his back injury that was caused by Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball.
NBA Awards Voters Candidly Admit League’s Controversial Decision Influenced End-of-Season Honors
NBA analysts Rachel Nichols and Kendrick Perkins both admitted to allowing the play-in tournament affect their ballots for end-of-season awards.
‘How Is This Real?’ — NBA World Reacts as NY Mayor Zohran Mamdani Blames Trae Young for Knicks Playoff Ticket Prices
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani remarks on Knicks playoff ticket prices, playfully referencing ex-Hawks star Trae Young.
Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Players Likely to Benefit from Offseason Trades
The NBA offseason has already commenced for teams not in the playoffs, which means trades are already percolating. And smart fantasy managers know some players are poised for major fantasy value spikes if they land in better situations via trade. Maybe it’s a breakout candidate on a crowded roster, ...
LaVar Ball blasts Nick Wright over his LaMelo Ball comments
LaVar Ball is respawning this week to defend his youngest son LaMelo Ball. The Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo drew widespread backlash with a dirty takedown of Miami Heat counterpart Bam Adebayo during Tuesday’s play-in tournament game (see the video here). While LaMelo was not punished for the incident in the actual game, the NBA retroactively … The post LaVar Ball blasts Nick Wright over his LaMelo Ball comments appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
"No team clearing $40M" – Brian Windhorst questions LeBron’s market value ahead of playoffs – Sportskeeda
"No team clearing $40M" - Brian Windhorst questions LeBron’s market value ahead of playoffs Sportskeeda
Dillon Brooks Puts Golden State Warriors on Notice Ahead of Play-In Clash
Dillon Brooks warns Golden State Warriors ahead of play-in clash, targeting Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Steve Kerr after Suns' loss forced a do-or-die showdown crucial.
Trae Young Just Reopened Knicks Fans’ Worst Playoff Wound
Trae Young fired back after NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani blamed him while discussing Knicks playoff ticket prices ahead of the Hawks series. The post Trae Young Just Reopened Knicks Fans’ Worst Playoff Wound appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Josh Hart could take on Hawks’ biggest threat as Knicks’ true season begins
The Knicks’ regular season was good, but irrelevant. Their own team owner set the bar as championship or bust, so the measuring starts now.
Nick Wright Walks Back Original Take on LaMelo Ball Being a “Clown”
Nick Wright finally answered LaVar Ball's tirade against him. While he did walk back a bit, the basketball analyst fired another round of tirade directed at LaMelo Ball.
Kobe Bryant got along well with only one Laker teammate early in his career: "They both had immigrant sensibilities" – Basketball Network
Kobe Bryant got along well with only one Laker teammate early in his career: "They both had immigrant sensibilities" Basketball Network
"What a joke" – Fans Explode as Anthony Edwards Shut Out While Luka Doncic Remains in NBA Awards Race – Sportskeeda
"What a joke" - Fans Explode as Anthony Edwards Shut Out While Luka Doncic Remains in NBA Awards Race Sportskeeda
LeBron James drops NSFW message ahead of Game 1 vs. Rockets
LOS ANGELES – Coming into Game 1 of their opening round series of the NBA playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers know they need to rebound well in order to have a chance at winning. Lakers head coach JJ Redick stressed boxing out as one of two key areas the team needs to focus on to […] The post LeBron James drops NSFW message ahead of Game 1 vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Nike stock drop sparks debate over NBA player popularity
Ever since Michael Jordan, Nike has become the NBA’s most synonymous brand. Many of the games’ biggest names have had their signature brand shoe. However, the iconic brand has been taking a hit on Wall Street. On the Hoops Tonight Podcast, NBA on ESPN analyst Brian Windhorst openly stated that Nike stock has taken a […] The post Nike stock drop sparks debate over NBA player popularity appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The ‘unfortunate’ Tyler Herro-Norman Powell situation that hurt the Heat
MIAMI – With potential big changes coming to the Miami Heat this offseason after being eliminated from the play-in tournament at the hands of the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday, there were many disappointing aspects to the team’s 2025-26 season. One area was the Heat’s guard duo of Norman Powell and Tyler Herro, one that head […] The post The ‘unfortunate’ Tyler Herro-Norman Powell situation that hurt the Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.
LeBron James Sends Kevin Durant Message Before Rockets Series
LeBron James and Kevin Durant will relive a long-standing rivalry in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. James’ Los Angeles Lakers will face Durant and the Houston Rockets in the first round of the postseason. It’s the fourth-seeded Lakers who will have home-court advantage against the ...
LeBron James Issues Blunt Message to Lakers Ahead of Physical Battle With Rockets
LeBron James fires blunt warning to Los Angeles Lakers: match Houston Rockets' physicality, dominate rebounds, or risk losing postseason edge in brutal battle.
The Hakeem Olajuwon advice that hit Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama hard
There is a longstanding belief that an NBA team usually needs to come of age before competing for a championship. The San Antonio Spurs went six consecutive seasons without winning even 35 games in a single campaign, so just making the playoffs would have been considered a big step in the right direction, Instead, they […] The post The Hakeem Olajuwon advice that hit Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama hard appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Wizards’ Trae Young issues blunt response after catching stray from Zohran Mamdani
As the 2026 NBA Playoffs tip off, the longstanding rivalry between the New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks has received an unexpected boost from New York City politics. On Thursday, NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani was asked about the glaring disparity in playoff ticket prices between Madison Square Garden and State Farm Arena. Entry-level tickets in […] The post Wizards’ Trae Young issues blunt response after catching stray from Zohran Mamdani appeared first on ClutchPoints.