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Thunder HC Mark Daigneault commends Jared McCain’s playoff confidence

Mark Daigneault had immense praise for Jared McCain following his excellent performance off the bench in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Game 3 win over the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals on Friday night. McCain is going through the second year of his young NBA career, his first with the Thunder. He started […] The post Thunder HC Mark Daigneault commends Jared McCain’s playoff confidence appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jared McCain Continues to Make Philadelphia 76ers Look Foolish for Trading Him

Oklahoma City Thunder reserve guard Jared McCain continues to make the Philadelphia 76ers look foolish for trading him prior to the trade deadline earlier this year for draft compensation.The Sixers were swept in the Eastern Conference semifinals, thanks at least in part, to a lack of depth in the backcourt. Meanwhile, the Thunder are now […] The post Jared McCain Continues to Make Philadelphia 76ers Look Foolish for Trading Him appeared first on HEAVY.

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Fans all called out 1 man after Thunder dominated Spurs in Game 3

Fans were quick to call out a man who wasn’t even in the building for Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. The Oklahoma City Thunder were without All-Star Jalen Williams for the contest on Friday against the San Antonio Spurs, leaving a scoring void that the … The post Fans all called out 1 man after Thunder dominated Spurs in Game 3 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Boston Celtics Linked To Major Free Agent Reunion This Summer

The Boston Celtics may have a chance to bring back former center Robert Williams on the free agent market. Williams will enter free agency after his contract with the Portland Trail Blazers expires this offseason. Portland has starting center Donovan Clingan and young prospect Yang Hansen both ready for more minutes as their center core […] The post Boston Celtics Linked To Major Free Agent Reunion This Summer appeared first on HEAVY.

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Celtics rumors: Bill Simmons ‘not sure’ Boston even wants Giannis Antetokounmpo trade

NBA analyst Bill Simmons expressed skepticism about whether the Boston Celtics would fully pursue a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo despite believing the Milwaukee Bucks superstar could have interest in joining the franchise. Speaking on the latest episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, Simmons suggested there may be differing levels of interest between Antetokounmpo and Boston […] The post Celtics rumors: Bill Simmons ‘not sure’ Boston even wants Giannis Antetokounmpo trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers could hire 1 former NBA All-Star to replace Daryl Morey

The Philadelphia 76ers may not have to look very far to find Daryl Morey’s successor. Retired former NBA All-Star point guard Nelson is a candidate to replace Morey as Philadelphia’s next head of basketball operations, Tony Jones of The Athletic reported this week. Jones further notes that Nelson is the “strongest internal candidate” for the … The post 76ers could hire 1 former NBA All-Star to replace Daryl Morey appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Spike Eskin incites WFAN and Knicks hecklers by flipping the bird on live TV

Former Knicks fan Spike Eskin has morphed into a sort of New York sports villain since returning to Philadelphia, and he leaned into the role on WFAN and CBS Sports Network. WFAN held its annual Kickoff to Summer event on Friday morning, and Eskin was in attendance during Boomer and Gio’s live broadcast from Belmar, New Jersey,…

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Danhausen accuses Knicks’ Jalen Brunson of ‘fibbing’ after he ‘uncursed’ New York before 9-game win streak

After lifting his “curse” on the New York Knicks, WWE Superstar Danhausen “cursed” the Cleveland Cavaliers, and it has worked out for fans in the Big Apple. Since he “uncursed” the Knicks, they have won nine games in a row. Remember, he “cursed” them, and they dropped two in a row to the Atlanta Hawks. […] The post Danhausen accuses Knicks’ Jalen Brunson of ‘fibbing’ after he ‘uncursed’ New York before 9-game win streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers Linked to 76ers Star Duo as ‘Best Fit’ Alongside Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up to explore options for stars who can upgrade the roster under star point guard Luka Doncic. The Lakers’ second-round sweep at the hands of the defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder perhaps told general manager Rob Pelinka exactly what his team needs to reach the next gear.  With […] The post Lakers Linked to 76ers Star Duo as ‘Best Fit’ Alongside Luka Doncic appeared first on HEAVY.

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James Harden Passes Kobe Bryant on This All-Time List

James Harden continues writing his name throughout the NBA record books. Despite a disappointing loss to the New York Knicks in game two of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, Harden had one thing to celebrate after the game: moving up one spot on the NBA’s all-time career playoff steals list. Harden, with his 311th steal, […] The post James Harden Passes Kobe Bryant on This All-Time List appeared first on HEAVY.

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Magic Johnson Makes Bold New York Knicks Statement After Cavs Game

On Thursday, the New York Knicks hosted the Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals.The Knicks won by a score of 109-93 to take a 2-0 lead in the series.Jalen Brunson finished with 19 points and 14 assists.SNY’s Ian Begley wrote: “Jalen Brunson checks out of Game 2 […] The post Magic Johnson Makes Bold New York Knicks Statement After Cavs Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Knicks’ dominant Game 2 win over Cavs proves they’re on Thunder, Spurs level

The New York Knicks, for the entirety of the 2025-26 season, looked like they were yet to reach their full potential under new head coach Mike Brown. And for a second there during their first-round clash against the Atlanta Hawks, they seemed to be in genuine trouble — with CJ McCollum’s daggers giving the Hawks […] The post Knicks’ dominant Game 2 win over Cavs proves they’re on Thunder, Spurs level appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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“Josh Hart Game!” Knicks Fans React To New York’s Game 2 Win Vs Cavaliers in ECF

The New York Knicks zoomed to a 2-0 record in the Eastern Conference Finals after dispatching the Cleveland Cavaliers, 109-93 in Game 2 on Thursday night.  Josh Hart led the way for the Knicks with 26 points, a playoff career-high, on 10-for-21 shooting from the field, along with four rebounds and seven assists.  Hart took […] The post “Josh Hart Game!” Knicks Fans React To New York’s Game 2 Win Vs Cavaliers in ECF appeared first on HEAVY.

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Somebody just made a Ben Simmons fishing highlight video

At times, in rare moments of deep introspection, especially in those quiet hours between wakefulness and slumber, people are forced to confront life’s profoundest questions. For example: What is Ben Simmons doing right now? Simmons is one of the oddest stories in NBA history. He was once a top-tier talent with the Philadelphia 76ers, but […] The post Somebody just made a Ben Simmons fishing highlight video appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Jared McCain easily blows off haters of his nail painting, TikToks

On Wednesday night, the Oklahoma City Thunder evened up their series against the San Antonio Spurs with a relatively comfortable 122-113 home win in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander returned to his MVP form in this one, scoring 30 points and knocking down some big buckets down the stretch to put […] The post Thunder’s Jared McCain easily blows off haters of his nail painting, TikToks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ex-Knicks star JR Smith gives harrowing recollection of getting trampled by ‘big a** mob’ at MSG

A scary situation unfolded when JR Smith was trampled outside Madison Square Garden (MSG) after the New York Knicks’ win over the Philadelphia 76ers. On his St8 to Da League podcast, Smith elaborated on the experience. He regretted his decision upon checking out what was going on outside MSG. “When I came out the Gardne, […] The post Ex-Knicks star JR Smith gives harrowing recollection of getting trampled by ‘big a** mob’ at MSG appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers rumors: Jameer Nelson to get promotion, whether it’s as Bob Myers’ replacement or not

The Philadelphia 76ers continue reshaping their front office following the departure of Daryl Morey, and a new report suggests Jameer Nelson is expected to take on a larger role within the organization moving forward. According to The Athletic’s Tony Jones, Nelson has emerged as a strong internal candidate to become Philadelphia’s next president of basketball […] The post 76ers rumors: Jameer Nelson to get promotion, whether it’s as Bob Myers’ replacement or not appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: Hawks stonewalled 76ers’ attempts to steal away GM

The Philadelphia 76ers are still in search of a team president after firing Daryl Morey, and one of the candidates they were interested in won’t be getting poached from his current organization. Bob Myers was reportedly interested in Atlanta Hawks general manager Onsi Saleh, but he was denied permission to interview him, according to Tony […] The post NBA rumors: Hawks stonewalled 76ers’ attempts to steal away GM appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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4 best Paul George trade destinations if 76ers’ Daryl Morey replacement wants to move on

The Philadelphia 76ers, almost immediately after seeing their season come to an end, decided to make a change in the team’s brain trust — letting Daryl Morey go from his post as the team’s president of basketball operations. Morey was at the helm in Philadelphia for six seasons, and under his watch, the furthest the […] The post 4 best Paul George trade destinations if 76ers’ Daryl Morey replacement wants to move on appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA reveals Cooper Flagg-led 2026 All-Rookie First Team

With the postseason in the middle of the Conference Finals, the NBA is announcing some of its final awards for the regular season. On Wednesday, the league finally revealed the 2025-26 All-Rookie First Team, led by Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg. Flagg, who won the Rookie of the Year Award, was the obvious choice for […] The post NBA reveals Cooper Flagg-led 2026 All-Rookie First Team appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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