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Hawks’ Nickeil Alexander-Walker gets strong ‘he better win’ MIP endorsement from SGA

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The Atlanta Hawks made a key free agent signing this past offseason when they acquired Nickeil Alexander-Walker. After seeing how he was able to contribute to the Minnesota Timberwolves, many expected him to have that same impact for a Hawks team looking to take the next step. Not only has he had that impact, but […] The post Hawks’ Nickeil Alexander-Walker gets strong ‘he better win’ MIP endorsement from SGA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Will Heat land a national champion? Latest ClutchPoints’ NBA Mock Draft projection

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With the Miami Heat focused on the upcoming postseason, as there are three games left in the regular season, including Thursday’s rematch against the Toronto Raptors, fans could already be thinking about what the team will do in the 2026 NBA Draft. While rumors will surround the Heat regarding who the team will look at […] The post Will Heat land a national champion? Latest ClutchPoints’ NBA Mock Draft projection appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘obvious’ mic drop after Thunder clinch No. 1 seed streak

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All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder clinched the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference standings on Wednesday. After a 128-110 win against the LA Clippers, the Thunder clinched the top seed for the third year in a row. After the win, Gilgeous-Alexander addressed the impressive accomplishment, as the Thunder, for the third […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘obvious’ mic drop after Thunder clinch No. 1 seed streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nick Wright sets the record straight for everyone who believes LeBron James' comments about Memphis were a shot at the Black community – Basketball Network

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Nick Wright sets the record straight for everyone who believes LeBron James' comments about Memphis were a shot at the Black community  Basketball Network

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Wild Chet Holmgren stat emerges after Thunder clinch No. 1 seed

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The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 128-110 on Wednesday at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, Calif. In doing so, the Thunder have locked up the top seed in the Western Conference and the best overall record in the NBA for the second straight season. The defending NBA champions are rolling heading … The post Wild Chet Holmgren stat emerges after Thunder clinch No. 1 seed appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Did Cameron Boozer’s stock fall in ClutchPoints’ post-March Madness NBA mock draft?

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Arguably the biggest question heading into the NBA Draft is who will be the number one overall pick. The field has seemingly been narrowed down to Duke’s Cameron Boozer, BYU’s AJ Dybantsa, and Kansas’ Darryn Peterson with just over two months remaining until the big day. Recently, ClutchPoints released its latest NBA mock draft, and […] The post Did Cameron Boozer’s stock fall in ClutchPoints’ post-March Madness NBA mock draft? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Caleb Wilson gets picked before Darryn Peterson in ClutchPoints’ post-March Madness mock draft

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ClutchPoints’ latest post-March Madness mock draft for the 2026 NBA Draft class places Caleb Wilson ahead of Darryn Peterson, highlighting a combination of positional value, versatility and pre-draft outlook as key factors separating the two prospects. NBA insider Brett Siegel detailed the reasoning in the mock draft released Wednesday, projecting Wilson to the Brooklyn Nets […] The post Why Caleb Wilson gets picked before Darryn Peterson in ClutchPoints’ post-March Madness mock draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Darius Acuff Jr. is a top 5 pick in ClutchPoints’ post-March Madness NBA mock draft

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Recently, the Arkansas basketball program saw its 2025-26 season come to an end with a tough loss at the hands of the Arizona Wildcats in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament. Still, it was another solid season for the Razorbacks, thanks in large part to the play of freshman Darius Acuff Jr., who is […] The post Why Darius Acuff Jr. is a top 5 pick in ClutchPoints’ post-March Madness NBA mock draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nuggets’ Jamal Murray flabbergasted by Grizzlies’ wild ‘pickup’ strategy with so many injuries

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In reality, the Memphis Grizzlies’ season has long been over, but their offense has been a sight to behold — just ask Jamal Murray. After last night’s 136-119 Denver Nuggets win, Murray, who had a team-high 26 points, expressed awe at the young and often-losing Memphis squad. “They’re playing like pickup, some shots I’m not […] The post Nuggets’ Jamal Murray flabbergasted by Grizzlies’ wild ‘pickup’ strategy with so many injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Suns Get Bad News as Jalen Green, Jordan Goodwin Both Exit vs. Mavs With Injuries

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The Phoenix Suns secured a 112-107 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night, but the result came with immediate concern. With the regular season nearing its end and playoff positioning at stake, Phoenix saw two key contributors exit early with injuries, casting uncertainty over its rotation heading into the Play-In tournament.The situation escalated within […] The post Suns Get Bad News as Jalen Green, Jordan Goodwin Both Exit vs. Mavs With Injuries appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Celtics news: Derrick White takes giant hammer to media’s Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown narratives

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Without a doubt, the Boston Celtics are a contender this year. Currently, they are 54-25 and are on a four-game winning streak. Plus, they are second in the Eastern Conference. On Thursday, Jayson Tatum makes his reluctant return to MSG to take on the New York Knicks. At the same time, fellow star Jaylen Brown and […] The post Celtics news: Derrick White takes giant hammer to media’s Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown narratives appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Iconic American sports arena officially approved for $180m refit ahead of ‘dynasty’ team returning to play there

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TOYOYA Center is set to under $180 million in renovations ahead of the Houston Comets’ return next year. The construction work will include a stunning new 20,000-square-foot glass atrium. The…

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Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher getting DNP-CD as 21st birthday present a bad sign for playoffs

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The Atlanta Hawks got a taste of what the playoffs could feel like when they faced the Cleveland Cavaliers, and it was also a sneak peek at what the rotation could look like. There was one surprise, and it was Zaccharie Risacher getting the first DNP-CD of his career on his 21st birthday. It’s hard […] The post Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher getting DNP-CD as 21st birthday present a bad sign for playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: Insider dumps cold water on Celtics trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Are the Boston Celtics a team to watch in the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade sweepstakes? Not right now, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. Although fans and some media members saw Antetokounmpo’s recent praise of Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla as a signal that he would like the Bucks to trade him to Boston, Haynes said […] The post NBA rumors: Insider dumps cold water on Celtics trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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