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Warriors’ Stephen Curry reveals the most impressive aspect of Yaxel Lendeborg’s game

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In Yaxel Lendeborg, the Golden State Warriors may have finally found the young star they can have Stephen Curry pass the torch to for when his NBA career comes to an end. Lendeborg has been brilliant to start his NBA career, and he only seems to be getting better with each passing game. On Monday, […] The post Warriors’ Stephen Curry reveals the most impressive aspect of Yaxel Lendeborg’s game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Suns’ Devin Booker Gets Honest On 3 Point Night: “Shoot Over Three People?”

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The Phoenix Suns got a tough scoring performance from Devin Booker, and his explanation went beyond needing more shots. After following a 43-point outing with three points and seven assists, Booker addressed the challenge of finding opportunities against defensive attention. His response included a question.“Shoot over three people?” Booker said in comments shared by Duane […] The post Suns’ Devin Booker Gets Honest On 3 Point Night: “Shoot Over Three People?” appeared first on HEAVY.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo-led Heat off to worst start in 19 years

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The Miami Heat entered the 2026-27 season with championship aspirations after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo in a blockbuster offseason trade. While those aspirations are very much alive and the Heat have time to turn things around, Miami is off to a very inopportune start to their season. Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Heat lost their fourth consecutive […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo-led Heat off to worst start in 19 years appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Payton Pritchard gives Mike Conley Jr. ultimate veteran praise

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Payton Pritchard has played alongside plenty of talented teammates with the Boston Celtics, but Mike Conley Jr. has quickly earned a special place in his eyes. After powering Boston to a 134-99 rout of the Chicago Bulls on Monday night at TD Garden, Pritchard went out of his way to praise the 20-year veteran, who […] The post Celtics’ Payton Pritchard gives Mike Conley Jr. ultimate veteran praise appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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‘Terrible Look,’ ‘Worst-Run Sports League By A Mile’ – WNBA World Reacts as Game 6 Of Dream-Valkyries Finals is Rescheduled After Arena Uncertainty

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WNBA fans voice their opinion after the league ends up rescheduling Dream-Valkyries Finals Game 6 amid controversial venue mess-up.

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“Why did you stop playing?” – Anthony Edwards calls out Rudy Gobert for giving up on crucial play against Cavs – Basketball Network

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“Why did you stop playing?” – Anthony Edwards calls out Rudy Gobert for giving up on crucial play against Cavs  Basketball Network

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Warriors’ Stephen Curry has perfect reaction to Aaron Gordon getting ejected from Nuggets clash

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The Golden State Warriors played their hearts out on Monday night, earning a much-deserved 131-111 victory over the Denver Nuggets on the road. It looked like the Warriors already had the Nuggets on the ropes early in the fourth quarter, but Aaron Gordon’s ejection after racking up two technical fouls in quick succession proved to […] The post Warriors’ Stephen Curry has perfect reaction to Aaron Gordon getting ejected from Nuggets clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg hits historic stat line only Victor Wembanyama matched as a rookie

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Yaxel Lendeborg had his best game so far on Monday, leading the Golden State Warriors past the Denver Nuggets, 134-114, at Ball Arena. The Warriors entered the win column after a 0-3 start. Lendeborg was unfazed despite facing Nikola Jokic, finishing with a game-high 31 points on 9-of-19 field goals. He also had 12 rebounds […] The post Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg hits historic stat line only Victor Wembanyama matched as a rookie appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yaxel Lendeborg Earns Major Praise From Warriors Star Steph Curry

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Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg continues to impress people just a few games into his rookie season. Those impressed have now included Steph Curry.  Speaking after the Warriors’ dominant 134-114 win over the Denver Nuggets, Curry gave Lendeborg massive praise, citing his physical tools and maturity on the court, which the Warriors star said […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg Earns Major Praise From Warriors Star Steph Curry appeared first on HEAVY.

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Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein Gets Playful Pushback From Teammate Over Jalen Williams Tribute

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The Oklahoma City Thunder had a reason to appreciate Isaiah Hartenstein’s wardrobe choice. The center wore a Jalen Williams jersey, offering support for his teammate. However, the gesture also prompted Cason Wallace to send a text that gave the story an entertaining twist. Asked by Justin Martinez how he found the jersey on short notice, […] The post Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein Gets Playful Pushback From Teammate Over Jalen Williams Tribute appeared first on HEAVY.

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Warriors’ Stephen Curry pitches a perfect game in big win over the Nuggets

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Stephen Curry may be old, and he might sit out every back-to-back set the Golden State Warriors have this season. But on the games he suits up for, the expectation for Curry is that he’ll be his typically reliable self. He was exactly that on Monday as the Warriors earned their first win of the […] The post Warriors’ Stephen Curry pitches a perfect game in big win over the Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kiah Stokes, Veronica Burton urge Valkyries fans to call in sick for WNBA Finals Game 6

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The Golden State Valkyries are on the cusp of history, moving within one win of claiming their first title after beating the Atlanta Dream, 64-55, in Game 5 of the WNBA Finals on Monday at Chase Center. Veronica Burton had 13 points, eight rebounds, three assists, and four blocks, while Kiah Stokes added 13 points, […] The post Kiah Stokes, Veronica Burton urge Valkyries fans to call in sick for WNBA Finals Game 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo Draws a Line on What He’ll Say Publicly Amid 0-4 Start

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The Miami Heat are searching for their first victory, and Giannis Antetokounmpo is separating the public conversation from what belongs behind closed doors. With Miami sitting at 0-4, he acknowledged the frustration surrounding the team. However, he made clear that its internal discussions would remain internal. Antetokounmpo addressed the situation in comments shared through Brendan […] The post Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo Draws a Line on What He’ll Say Publicly Amid 0-4 Start appeared first on HEAVY.

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Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon gets ejected from Warriors clash after double technical fouls

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The Denver Nuggets lost the plot in the second half of an eventual 134-114 loss against the Golden State Warriors, and no other play encapsulated that better than Aaron Gordon racking up two technical fouls in quick succession. With the Warriors leading by 16 points, 107-91, the Nuggets knew that every possession matters from that […] The post Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon gets ejected from Warriors clash after double technical fouls appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockets’ Alperen Sengun joins Nikola Jokic in rare club with eye-popping stats vs. Hawks

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The Houston Rockets have looked like one of the best teams in the NBA through the first few games of the 2026-27 season. Their hot start to the new campaign continued on Monday, as they rode a strong night from Alperen Sengun to defeat the Atlanta Hawks for the second straight time, taking a 120-110 […] The post Rockets’ Alperen Sengun joins Nikola Jokic in rare club with eye-popping stats vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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‘I Still Don’t Think There’s Any Chance,’ ‘People Get Bored With Greatness’ — Draymond Green Pumps Brakes on Luka Dončić MVP Buzz

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Draymond Green doubles down on his claim that Luka Dončić won't win an MVP despite the Lakers superstar's 52-point eruption against the Jazz.

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Dream’s Angel Reese blasts WNBA Finals officiating after Game 5 loss to Valkyries

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SAN FRANCISCO – Physicality has been the cornerstone of the 2026 WNBA Finals, as the mudfight between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries, the league’s two best defenses, continues to intensify as the series drags on. However, it’s appeared to reach a breaking point for Angel Reese as Atlanta’s star forward lit into the […] The post Dream’s Angel Reese blasts WNBA Finals officiating after Game 5 loss to Valkyries appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Baylor Basketball Has a Reason to Believe After Two Major Wins

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Baylor basketball had a disappointing season last year, finishing 17-17. Now, they head into the regular season with hope of being great after two impressive exhibition wins. The two wins came against #1 Florida and #3 Illinois, which has to have Baylor fans feeling good about this team. The question now becomes whether or not […] The post Baylor Basketball Has a Reason to Believe After Two Major Wins appeared first on HEAVY.

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Celtics’ Payton Pritchard addresses slow start after 28-point night vs. Bulls

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Payton Pritchard has huge relief to have himself return to strong form after balling out in the Boston Celtics’ 134-99 blowout win over the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. Pritchard has been playing in the NBA since 2020, going through his seventh season with the Celtics. He made his way up the ranks to become […] The post Celtics’ Payton Pritchard addresses slow start after 28-point night vs. Bulls appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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