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Suns vs. Thunder: Game Preview, Odds, and Injury Updates (Apr 22)
Defending champions Oklahoma City Thunder dominate postseason, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the charge despite free-throw criticism, reinforcing dynasty status and championship favoritism heading into Suns clash.
Jazz Get Beneficial 2026 NBA Draft Lottery News in Tiebreaker
The Utah Jazz received great news after the NBA announced decisions on multiple tiebreakers ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft. The post Jazz Get Beneficial 2026 NBA Draft Lottery News in Tiebreaker appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Stephen A. Smith makes a bad mistake about the Warriors
Stephen A. Smith continues to add to his list of strikeouts. The ESPN personality Smith was speaking Monday on “First Take” about the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors officially failed to qualify for the 2026 playoffs after losing to the Phoenix Suns in the NBA play-in tournament a few days prior. During his remarks, Smith … The post Stephen A. Smith makes a bad mistake about the Warriors appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Rare opportunity for Thunder to reshape roster hinges on draft trade
The Oklahoma City Thunder have a major opportunity to land a big draft pick ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft this season, which will garner plenty of intrigue this summer. Oklahoma City is in the middle of a remarkable period, making the playoffs for the third consecutive year. Not only that, but they are also […] The post Rare opportunity for Thunder to reshape roster hinges on draft trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Guards, Wings, and Bigs Gaining Value This Offseason
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 ...
Why Thunder’s Mark Daigneault expects bounce back Devin Booker performance in Game 2
Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault anticipates a more competitive Game 2 in his best-of-7 series against All-Star Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns. After a 119-84 blowout win in their series opener, Daigneault mentioned the Suns’ weary road toward the 8th seed, including two games in the Play-In Tournament. At the same time, […] The post Why Thunder’s Mark Daigneault expects bounce back Devin Booker performance in Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jazz, Grizzlies among winners in 2026 NBA Draft tiebreakers
While the 2026 NBA Draft order will not be locked in until the NBA Draft Lottery on May 10, the NBA conducted six different tiebreakers on Monday involving 13 different teams that provide further clarity on what the actual order of this year’s draft will be. Whereas non-lottery team tiebreakers determine the actual spot teams […] The post Jazz, Grizzlies among winners in 2026 NBA Draft tiebreakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Are local, over-the-air networks the future of regional sports broadcasting?
With the shutdown of the FanDuel-branded regional sports networks, the age of cable-based local sports networks is coming to an end. And to the delight of many fans, teams across the NHL and NBA have turned to over-the-air networks to broadcast games. The collapse of the regional sports network model has forced teams to rely…
‘Disgusting Stat Line’ — NBA World Rips Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for Defending ‘Generational Whistle’ After Game 1 vs. Suns
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander faces pushback after giving a blunt explanation for his high-volume free-throw attempts in Game 1 vs. the Suns.
“How the Refs Allowed Them to Play”: Jalen Green Rips Officials on OKC Thunder’s Preferential Treatment
Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green urges NBA refs to give his team a fair shake after blowout loss to the OKC Thunder in Game 1 of their first-round series.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Reveals True Feelings About Getting Free Throws
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander got candid about getting to the free-throw line after the OKC Thunder blew out the Phoenix Suns in Game 1 of their first-round series on Sunday. In the game, Gilgeous-Alexander shot 17 free throws, and 15 of them as the Thunder took control early and never looked back to beat the Suns, 119-84. […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Reveals True Feelings About Getting Free Throws appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Dillon Brooks Secures 4-Point Play Then Erupts at OKC Thunder Fans
Dillon Brooks sparked the moment with a four-point play and yelled toward the Thunder fans.
Thunder’s Game 1 beatdown of Suns proves it’s the team to beat on repeat quest
For any non-Thunder fans hoping the OKC storm has passed, there’s a lot of bad news heading your way. The storm is apparently just getting started. If there was any lingering doubt about whether the Oklahoma City Thunder possessed the stomach for a repeat, Sunday night at Paycom Center buried them under a mountain of […] The post Thunder’s Game 1 beatdown of Suns proves it’s the team to beat on repeat quest appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Suns most to blame for Game 1 loss to Thunder in 2026 NBA Playoffs
The Phoenix Suns walked into Oklahoma City with a healthy amount of hope, star power, and postseason experience. They walked out of Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs with hard questions and a 35-point humiliation. What began as a competitive opening stretch quickly unraveled into a masterclass in defensive onslaught from the Thunder. The […] The post Suns most to blame for Game 1 loss to Thunder in 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Suns’ Devin Booker outlines ‘recipe for disaster’ that led to blowout Game 1 loss to Thunder
It is back to the drawing board for Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns after they were obliterated by the Oklahoma City Thunder, 119-84, in Game 1 of their first-round matchup in the playoffs at Paycom Center. The eight-seeded Suns failed to recover after starting flat, possibly a sign of fatigue after going through the […] The post Suns’ Devin Booker outlines ‘recipe for disaster’ that led to blowout Game 1 loss to Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Cameras Caught Dillon Brooks Playing Mind Games With Chet Holmgren Right Before the Tip-Off
A funny pre-game exchange went viral after Dillon Brooks was seen teasingly refusing to give Chet Holmgren the ball before the tip-off.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Addresses 17 Free Throws After Thunder’s Game 1 Win Over Suns
Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes his feelings known about shooting 17 free throws.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander honest take on Jalen Williams’ importance to Thunder
OKLAHOMA CITY — With only 33 regular-season games under his belt, Oklahoma City Thunder’s Jalen Williams is finding his stride at an ideal time, as All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander explained his importance to their postseason run. While Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault expects the Suns to be better in Game 2. Williams stuffed the stat sheet […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander honest take on Jalen Williams’ importance to Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Chet Holmgren speaks out on Dillon Brooks’ pregame antics
Even before Game 1 tipped off between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Phoenix Suns in the opening round of the NBA playoffs, there was already some fireworks as there is sure to be when Dillon Brooks is involved. Dillon Brooks refused to give the ball up to Chet Holmgren before tip-off, and the officials […] The post Chet Holmgren speaks out on Dillon Brooks’ pregame antics appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Why Thunder’s Mark Daigneault is expecting stiffer Suns test in Game 2
OKLAHOMA CITY — Although head coach Mark Daigneault and the Oklahoma City Thunder cruised to a 119-84 victory in Game 1 of their first-round series against the Phoenix Suns, he’s prepared for a strong response in Game 2. Rather than enter the playoffs as defending champions, the Thunder entered the postseason with a similar mindset […] The post Why Thunder’s Mark Daigneault is expecting stiffer Suns test in Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jordan Ott gives 2 things Suns can’t do vs. Thunder juggernaut
Jordan Ott didn’t hold back on what went wrong for the Phoenix Suns in their blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the first-round series on Sunday afternoon. Ott is going through the first season of his head coaching career in the NBA with the Suns. He has exceeded expectations as […] The post Jordan Ott gives 2 things Suns can’t do vs. Thunder juggernaut appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jordan Goodwin exits Thunder game early with calf injury
The Phoenix Suns found themselves down big in Game 1 of their opening round NBA playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, and then insult turned to injury when Jordan Goodwin left the game early due to a calf injury. Goodwin has been a valuable reserve this season for the Suns, and any prolonged injury […] The post Jordan Goodwin exits Thunder game early with calf injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Suns Announce Unfortunate News During Game 1 Against Thunder
The Phoenix Suns suffered a loss on Sunday.