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Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard slapped with ‘worst superstar’ take from Stephen A. Smith

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The Toronto Raptors recently learned that superstar Kawhi Leonard would be out of the lineup for weeks due to an ongoing knee issue. The news comes just days into the 2026-27 NBA season, which the Raptors have started with a record of 2-1. Now, ESPN sports media personality Stephen A. Smith has dropped his immediate […] The post Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard slapped with ‘worst superstar’ take from Stephen A. Smith appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former 76ers Star Makes Bold Prediction on When LeBron James Will Retire

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Former Philadelphia 76ers star Evan Turner boldly predicts how long LeBron James will play for in this one-on-one interview. The post Former 76ers Star Makes Bold Prediction on When LeBron James Will Retire appeared first on HEAVY.

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Nikola Jokic insists he’s a Nuggets lifer, but trade buzz will get louder if team struggles and he keeps crapping on fans

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The Denver Nuggets have stumbled out of the gates to a 1-2 record this season, recently getting blasted at home by the winless Golden State Warriors. Nikola Jokic hasn’t been great, at least by his standards, so far this year, and has also spent his postgame press conferences repeatedly calling out fans who have voiced […] The post Nikola Jokic insists he’s a Nuggets lifer, but trade buzz will get louder if team struggles and he keeps crapping on fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Matt Painter’s Purdue pay raise places him just behind Tom Izzo in Big Ten hierarchy

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The Purdue basketball program is making a deep commitment to their head coach, Matt Painter. Painter is getting a massive pay increase to stay with the Boilermakers. “Sources: Matt Painter’s amended contract includes a salary raise to $7 million for this upcoming season, up from $5.2 million. The deal escalates by $50,000 each year. He’ll […] The post Matt Painter’s Purdue pay raise places him just behind Tom Izzo in Big Ten hierarchy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stephen A. Smith warns Heat’s Bam Adebayo to ‘stop b****ing’ about media after ugly 0-4 start

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The Miami Heat have gone off to their worst start to a season in nearly two decades, falling to a 0-4 record after their latest loss against the Dallas Mavericks. Speaking after the defeat, Bam Adebayo appeared to take aim at the media, claiming that he has become the scapegoat after his team’s disappointing start […] The post Stephen A. Smith warns Heat’s Bam Adebayo to ‘stop b****ing’ about media after ugly 0-4 start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hawks May Have Given Up Too Early On League-Leading Zaccharie Risacher

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The Atlanta Hawks gave up on Zaccharie Risacher over the summer. There are other ways to slice it, of course. A trade doesn’t involve just one team or one player. Atlanta was doing more than just giving Risacher to the Dallas Mavericks for free. Risacher was a former No. 1 overall pick, yes, but in […] The post Hawks May Have Given Up Too Early On League-Leading Zaccharie Risacher appeared first on HEAVY.

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"Give master classes on how to get paid without working" – Stephen A. goes off on Kawhi Leonard after another knee injury – Basketball Network

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"Give master classes on how to get paid without working" - Stephen A. goes off on Kawhi Leonard after another knee injury  Basketball Network

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Charles Barkley flip flops on Stephen A. Smith for president: ‘No f*cking way’

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The Stephen A. Smith-for-president rumors have died down, and Charles Barkley seems to believe whatever political appeal the ESPN host once had has faded too. This week on Pablo Torre Finds Out, the investigative journalist looked at how athletes and sports personalities are polling among liberal and conservative fans. The results showed Barkley was polling…

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Sparks rumors: ESPN confirms $700 million Mark Walter bombshell

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The Los Angeles Sparks could become the latest sports franchise involved in a potential ownership change, with ESPN confirming that preliminary discussions have taken place regarding a possible sale at a valuation of approximately $700 million. According to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, sources familiar with the situation confirmed Tuesday that early-stage discussions surrounding the Sparks have […] The post Sparks rumors: ESPN confirms $700 million Mark Walter bombshell appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The ‘odd’ tidbit that gives Thunder guard Cason Wallace 1 sliver of hope to return from injury this season

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After Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti confirmed Cason Wallace will undergo surgery for a torn left shoulder labrum, he couldn’t offer a timetable for his return from injury. Jalen Williams will undergo a season-ending surgery for a fractured fibula and dislocated left ankle, but is there hope for Wallace to make a return before […] The post The ‘odd’ tidbit that gives Thunder guard Cason Wallace 1 sliver of hope to return from injury this season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: The player who turned down 76ers, Lakers to stick with Bucks

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On Monday evening, the Milwaukee Bucks picked up their first win of the season with a narrow home victory over the Indiana Pacers. While it might not have been the most significant sporting event for Milwaukee fans that evening, it was still a strong performance against a team that views itself as a contender in […] The post NBA rumors: The player who turned down 76ers, Lakers to stick with Bucks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers star Luka Doncic’s initial reaction to out-of-nowhere $12.5 billion franchise sale finally revealed

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Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic was initially stunned by Mark Walter’s unexpected decision to sell the franchise for a record $12.5 billion in August, but the six-time All-Star quickly accepted another major change in his NBA career. According to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, Doncic learned about the potential sale through his longtime manager, Lara Beth […] The post Lakers star Luka Doncic’s initial reaction to out-of-nowhere $12.5 billion franchise sale finally revealed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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