Dillon Brooks Throws Shade at SGA, Thunder Ahead of First-Round Playoff Series
Dillon Brooks takes a jab at Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder ahead of their first-round playoff clash with the Suns.
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Steph Curry Sends Strong Encouragement to Phoenix’s Star Ahead of Playoffs Clash vs. OKC
Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors bowed out of the 2025-2026 NBA season after falling to the Phoenix Suns in the play-in tournament. Despite the loss, Curry still had encouraging words for Suns star Jalen Green, who erupted for 36 points on eight 3-point makes to lead the Suns past the Warriors and book […] The post Steph Curry Sends Strong Encouragement to Phoenix’s Star Ahead of Playoffs Clash vs. OKC appeared first on Heavy Sports.
2026 NBA playoffs: Predictions for every round of postseason tournament
The NBA play-in tournament is over, and the postseason field is officially set. The 16 best teams in the NBA will compete for the right to hoist the Larry O’Brien Trophy. The championship truly is up for grabs. There has never been more depth and star power in the NBA, and polarity is at an […] The post 2026 NBA playoffs: Predictions for every round of postseason tournament appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blazers accused of pulling a cheap move on their fans before playoffs
The Portland Trail Blazers are dampening some of the excitement about the franchise’s first trip to the playoffs in a half-decade. Trail Blazers president of business operations Dewayne Haskins disappointed fans with a revelation he made during a news conference on Friday. Haskins said that fans would not be receiving free playoff T-shirts for Games … The post Blazers accused of pulling a cheap move on their fans before playoffs appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Gregg Popovich attends Spurs practice before Game 1 vs. Blazers
The San Antonio Spurs have their opponent set in the Portland Trail Blazers for the opening round of the NBA playoffs following the Blazers’ play-in win against the Phoenix Suns this past week. As the Spurs prepared for Game 1 against the Blazers, they had a familiar face stop by practice in former head coach […] The post Gregg Popovich attends Spurs practice before Game 1 vs. Blazers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tim Ledgler left confused by ownership’s Billy Donovan support amid GM search
In all honesty, nobody truly knows what’s next for the Chicago Bulls. They fired VP Arturas Karnisovas and GM Marc Eversley, but nobody knows who’s next in line. Also, nothing has come out about whether head coach Billy Donovan has a future in Chicago. The only thing the Bulls have going for them is two […] The post Tim Ledgler left confused by ownership’s Billy Donovan support amid GM search appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama gives ‘grounded’ take ahead of first playoff game
With the San Antonio Spurs preparing to take on the Portland Trail Blazers in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, it will be a new experience for superstar Victor Wembanyama. As the Spurs’ big man in Wembanyama gets ready for his first playoff series, he would speak more on the emotions heading into the […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama gives ‘grounded’ take ahead of first playoff game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jrue Holiday’s impact on Boston lives on through Jaylen Brown partnership
Jrue Holiday no longer wears Celtics green, but his connection to Boston still carries real weight. After Boston traded Holiday to Portland, the veteran guard and his family relocated west. On the court, he now helps a younger Trail Blazers team that has pushed back into the playoff picture. Off the court, though, one of […] The post Jrue Holiday’s impact on Boston lives on through Jaylen Brown partnership appeared first on ClutchPoints.
“Not Scared of Anybody”: Deni Avdija Makes Feelings Clear on Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs
Portland Trail Blazers All-Star forward Deni Avdija says his team isn't "scared" to face Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs in the playoffs.
Trail Blazers vs. Spurs Game 1 Results According to NBA 2K26
We’ve got the Portland Trail Blazers vs. San Antonio Spurs Game 1 results according to NBA 2K26 to see who the game thinks will win. The NBA Playoffs are finally here, and the top 16 teams will duke it out in a battle for the Larry O’Brien Trophy. The Spurs, led by Victor Wembanyama, are playing […] The post Trail Blazers vs. Spurs Game 1 Results According to NBA 2K26 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NBA Pundit Makes Brutally Honest Bronny James Admission Ahead Of Lakers Postseason
On Saturday night, the Los Angeles Lakers will host the Houston Rockets in California for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series.The Lakers finished the regular season as the fourth seed in the Western Conference with a 53-29 record.NBA Pundit Makes Brutally Honest Bronny James AdmissionBefore the NBA playoffs begin, Skip Bayless did an interview […] The post NBA Pundit Makes Brutally Honest Bronny James Admission Ahead Of Lakers Postseason appeared first on Heavy Sports.
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, ...
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.
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.
Victor Wembanyama Receives Award News Before NBA Playoffs
Victor Wembanyama is set to play in his first NBA playoff game on Sunday. As the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference, the San Antonio Spurs will face the No. 7 Portland Trail Blazers in the first round. Game 1 of this best-of-seven series will take place on Sunday at Frost Bank Arena in San ...
Blazers rumors: ClutchPoints insider drops new intel on head coaching situation
The Portland Trail Blazers clinched a playoff spot after defeating the Phoenix Suns 114-110 in a Play-In Tournament game on Tuesday. While the club focuses on its first round matchup against the San Antonio Spurs, rumors are swirling around the head coaching situation in Portland. ClutchPoints Insider Brett Siegel addressed some of those rumors during […] The post Blazers rumors: ClutchPoints insider drops new intel on head coaching situation appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Spurs could be in for tougher test than expected vs. Blazers
The Portland Trail Blazers used a late-season surge in the regular season to move into eighth place in the Western Conference and then defeated the Phoenix Suns on the road to earn the seventh seed in the NBA Playoffs. The Blazers have earned an opportunity to face Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in […] The post Spurs could be in for tougher test than expected vs. Blazers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Former NBA Player, Coach Damon Jones Will Plead Guilty In Illegal Betting Scheme
The NBA's gambling nightmare turns into a federal reality. Former player and Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Damon Jones will reportedly plead guilty to selling insider information to the Mafia.
Damon Jones expected to plead guilty in NBA gambling case
As the NBA enters its postseason with the Play-In Tournament underway, former player and assistant coach Damon Jones is expected to plead guilty in a sweeping federal gambling case that has implicated multiple figures connected to the league. “Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones is expected to become the first person to plead […] The post Damon Jones expected to plead guilty in NBA gambling case appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ex-LeBron James teammate to plead guilty in NBA gambling scandal
One of LeBron James’ former teammates is the first defendant in the NBA gambling scandal to plead guilty. Former player and assistant coach Damon Jones plans to plead guilty to sports gambling charges, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. Jones had initially pleaded not guilty to selling insider information to sports gamblers. Jones has … The post Ex-LeBron James teammate to plead guilty in NBA gambling scandal appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
NBA Makes Victor Wembanyama Announcement Before Trail Blazers Series
The NBA confirmed Victor Wembanyama has joined elite company with three straight blocks titles early in his career.
"Get him out West" – Paul Pierce thinks Giannis and the Trail Blazers are a match made in heaven – Basketball Network
"Get him out West" - Paul Pierce thinks Giannis and the Trail Blazers are a match made in heaven Basketball Network
Spurs vs. Blazers schedule: Dates, times, TV channels, scores for 2026 NBA Playoffs first-round series – sportingnews.com
Spurs vs. Blazers schedule: Dates, times, TV channels, scores for 2026 NBA Playoffs first-round series sportingnews.com
The Deni Avdija trade turned into a masterstroke for the Blazers and a disaster for the Wizards
The Trail Blazers trading for Deni Avdija accelerated what could have been a long rebuild, while the Wizards are left regretting trading away a future star.