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Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla gives perfect reaction to Derrick White WWE clip: ‘Violence is my love language’

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The Boston Celtics are awaiting the winner of the game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Orlando Magic in the Play-In Tournament to determine their opponent in the first round of the playoffs. In the meantime, Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla has extra time to guest on a podcast and talk about his recent appearance in […] The post Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla gives perfect reaction to Derrick White WWE clip: ‘Violence is my love language’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA announces LaMelo Ball’s punishment for dirty play on Bam Adebayo

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LaMelo Ball is not quite getting off scot-free after his takedown of Bam Adebayo on Tuesday night. The NBA announced on Wednesday that they are fining the Charlotte Hornets star Ball a sum of $35,000 for his dirty trip of the Miami Heat counterpart Adebayo during Tuesday’s 9/10 Eastern Conference play-in tournament game. Additionally, Ball … The post NBA announces LaMelo Ball’s punishment for dirty play on Bam Adebayo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Hornets’ LaMelo Ball avoids suspension, fined $60k for tripping Bam Adebayo

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During the NBA’s Play-In Tournament, Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball and Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo got entangled. During that play, Ball seems to trip Adebayo intentionally. The move led to the Heat star getting injured, much to the anger of the fans. Now, the NBA has handed out the punishment for Ball after this […] The post Hornets’ LaMelo Ball avoids suspension, fined $60k for tripping Bam Adebayo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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VJ Edgecombe taunts Jalen Suggs during play-in game

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VJ Edgecombe was not looking the part of a rookie during Wednesday’s play-in game. Edgecombe and the Philadelphia 76ers battled Jalen Suggs and the Orlando Magic as part of the Eastern Conference’s 7/8 play-in game on Wednesday. In the third quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pa., the 76ers guard Edgecombe got an opportunity … The post VJ Edgecombe taunts Jalen Suggs during play-in game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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76ers’ VJ Edgecombe Technical prompts skirmish with Magic as things get chippy

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The Philadelphia 76ers are hosting the Orlando Magic during Wednesday night’s NBA Play-In game. In a contest that has been hard to watch at times, things got a little spicy during the third quarter. With the 76ers leading 71-62, Paul George got a steal and found VJ Edgecombe for a transition bucket. After the rookie […] The post 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe Technical prompts skirmish with Magic as things get chippy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics fans are confused after Brad Stevens’ powerful Butler message

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Fans of the Boston Celtics almost had a heart attack after Brad Stevens, the team’s president of basketball operations and general manager, penned a message about Butler’s hiring of Ronald Nored as its new coach. Nored played for Stevens when the latter was still calling the shots for the Bulldogs, reaching the national title game […] The post Celtics fans are confused after Brad Stevens’ powerful Butler message appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jaylen Brown shows off new skill before playoffs

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There is a good argument to be made that the Boston Celtics wouldn’t be where they are without Jaylen Brown. He is coming off his best season to date as the Celtics finished at 56-26 and are the 2nd seed in the Eastern Conference Playoffs. To relax, Brown has decided to take tap-dancing lessons. On […] The post Jaylen Brown shows off new skill before playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ Andre Drummond of all people drills trey vs. Magic before halftime

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The Philadelphia 76ers are playing the Orlando Magic in an important NBA Play-in Tournament clash Wednesday night in the City of Brotherly Love, and among those the Sixers are counting on to deliver is veteran big man Andre Drummond. Philadelphia is seeing action without former NBA Most Valuable Player Joel Embiid in the fold after […] The post 76ers’ Andre Drummond of all people drills trey vs. Magic before halftime appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Players Who Could Lose Roles This Offseason

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The 2026 NBA offseason is set to be a massive turning point for the league, and if you aren't paying attention, your fantasy team will suffer. This summer, teams have more money than ever to spend on new stars, which means many fantasy basketball players are going to lose their roles in the 2026-27 ...

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Kawhi Leonard is being linked to 1 notable new team

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Kawhi Leonard might be going from one beachfront state to another. The Miami Heat could potentially pursue the LA Clippers star Leonard this offseason, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported on Wednesday. Siegel notes that the Heat are expected to turn their attention to Leonard if they are unsuccessful in trading for long-rumored target Giannis Antetokounmpo … The post Kawhi Leonard is being linked to 1 notable new team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Skip Bayless makes a very controversial claim about Joel Embiid

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Skip Bayless is sparking controversy this week with his assertion about Joel Embiid. The Philadelphia 76ers star center Embiid was inactive for Wednesday’s Eastern Conference 7/8 play-in game against the Orlando Magic. Embiid had a recent bout with appendicitis that continues to keep him sidelined. Earlier in the day Wednesday though, Bayless made a bombshell … The post Skip Bayless makes a very controversial claim about Joel Embiid appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: The First 10 Players You Should Be Tracking Right Now

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Not all fantasy basketball managers treat the end of the season the same way. Some need a few minutes to recap their season, either cursing their bad trades or celebrating their playoff titles. Some are ready to move right on and start planning for next season. If you’re the latter, you’re in luck. ...

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Kawhi Leonard Announcement Made Before Warriors Game

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Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers are the No. 9 seed in the 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament. Sitting at 42-40 and a third-place finish in the Pacific Division, Los Angeles will face off against Stephen Curry and the No. 10 seed Golden State Warriors (37-45, No. 4 in the Pacific Division). ...

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