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Who was Suns’ X-factor in shutting down Stephen Curry in emphatic Play-In victory?

PHOENIX– It typically takes an entire team to shut down Stephen Curry. But it took one person on the Phoenix Suns to do the job: Jordan Goodwin. Although the Golden State Warriors’ point guard still had 17 points, he shot 25% from the field on 16 attempts while only connecting on three of his ten […] The post Who was Suns’ X-factor in shutting down Stephen Curry in emphatic Play-In victory? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Michigan star Nimari Burnett sends strong message to doubters after program’s historic March Madness win

MICHIGAN star Nimari Burnett let the naysayers know what he thinks after the program’s NCAA tournament win. Burnett and the Michigan Wolverines claimed a historic NCAA March Madness victory earlier…

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Is Kevin Durant Playing Tonight Against Lakers? Major Concerns Loom for Rockets’ Superstar Status for Game 1 of 2026 NBA Playoffs (April 18)

The Houston Rockets could have a disadvantage against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of their first-round series.

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Warriors rumors: Insiders warn ‘caution’ about potential offseason trade bombshell

With the Golden State Warriors losing to the Phoenix Suns in the play-in tournament on Friday night, the team is now sent home with a key offseason ahead of them. As the Warriors’ play-in tourney loss to the Suns could have fans wanting the team to get another chance at a big star, the franchise […] The post Warriors rumors: Insiders warn ‘caution’ about potential offseason trade bombshell appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors Announce Starting Lineup Decision Vs Cavaliers After Immanuel Quickley News

The Toronto Raptors begin their 2026 NBA playoff run Saturday afternoon with a difficult road test against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of their first-round series. Tipoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET at Rocket Arena, where Toronto opens the postseason as the No. 5 seed against the No. 4 Cavaliers.Toronto enters the matchup […] The post Raptors Announce Starting Lineup Decision Vs Cavaliers After Immanuel Quickley News appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Fred VanVleet calls out Raptors’ ‘bulls**t’ in very NSFW rant about Rockets signing

Fred VanVleet initially signed with the Houston Rockets in the 2023 offseason. A few years later, the nine-year veteran revealed that by the time he was leaving the Toronto Raptors, he couldn’t leave that organization fast enough. During a guest appearance on the “Out the Mud” podcast, VanVleet proclaimed he originally wanted to leave Toronto […] The post Fred VanVleet calls out Raptors’ ‘bulls**t’ in very NSFW rant about Rockets signing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors rumors: Why insiders believe loyalty to Jimmy Butler will be ‘tested’ this summer

After Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler suffered a season-ending ACL injury, would the front office consider trading him over the summer? One of the many decisions the front office will have to make amid a critical offseason. With limited assets, expiring contracts, including the Warriors’ $27.7 million option for Draymond Green, and a free-agent […] The post Warriors rumors: Why insiders believe loyalty to Jimmy Butler will be ‘tested’ this summer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jalen Green reveals Stephen Curry’s Thunder advice after 36-point masterpiece vs. Warriors

PHOENIX– Idols become rivals, and Jalen Green and Stephen Curry have that dynamic. After the latter defeated the Phoenix Suns guard last season in the 2025 first round, there was retribution, so much so that Green had the last laugh following the 111-96 beatdown. Still, both men met after the game and shared an embrace. […] The post Jalen Green reveals Stephen Curry’s Thunder advice after 36-point masterpiece vs. Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors Draft Lottery Odds After Play-In Exit — Can They Jump to No. 1?

The Golden State Warriors enter the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery with long odds yet recent history suggests anything can happen. The post Warriors Draft Lottery Odds After Play-In Exit — Can They Jump to No. 1? appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Pending Free Agent Named Philadelphia 76ers’ Biggest Playoff X-Factor

The Philadelphia 76ers will need everyone to contribute if they’re going to make any noise in the postseason, especially with star center Joel Embiid sidelined for at least the beginning of postseason play.One Sixers player in particular, though, has been named the team’s biggest playoff X-factor by Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo Sports. That player is […] The post Pending Free Agent Named Philadelphia 76ers’ Biggest Playoff X-Factor appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Steph Curry Says Golf Is His Secret Ingredient for NBA Success

When Steph Curry talks about managing pain, people tend to listen. But his latest revelation has raised eyebrows across the sports world as he announced a cross-discipline activity that has helped him rehab his recent knee injury. For one of the greatest shooters in NBA history, Curry says that spending time out on the golf […] The post Steph Curry Says Golf Is His Secret Ingredient for NBA Success appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Warriors forward Draymond Green defends Kevin Durant after Suns make playoffs

The Golden State Warriors saw their season come to an end, but Draymond Green’s remarks about Kevin Durant quickly became a central storyline. As the 2026 playoff picture took shape, attention shifted to Durant’s 2025 offseason departure from the Phoenix Suns and the team’s return to the postseason the following season without him. The veteran […] The post Warriors forward Draymond Green defends Kevin Durant after Suns make playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ex-Rockets Star James Harden Gets Honest on NBA Playoff Failures

Soon, the Cleveland Cavaliers will get their first taste of James Harden playoff action. Will that be a good or bad thing? The former Houston Rockets superstar is aware of the perception about his postseason runs, but he seems to be the last one focused on all of that heading into Game 1 between the […] The post Ex-Rockets Star James Harden Gets Honest on NBA Playoff Failures appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Valkyries re-sign Tiffany Hayes to 1-year contract extension

After beginning their 2026 roster rebuild by re-signing Kayla Thornton and adding Gabby Williams, the Golden State Valkyries are running it back with veteran guard Tiffany Hayes. Hayes, 36, agreed to a one-year contract extension to remain in the Bay Area for the 2026 season, the team announced on Saturday. She will be returning for […] The post Valkyries re-sign Tiffany Hayes to 1-year contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LaVar Ball urges Hornets to sign his sons

LaVar Ball is back after the Charlotte Hornets’ elimination from the NBA Play-In Tournament, and he has an idea to help the team realize its ambitions. In a new video, Ball urges the Hornets to sign Lonzo and Gelo to pair with LaMelo, citing their “unmatched” chemistry. He also criticized Hornets coach Charles Lee for … The post LaVar Ball urges Hornets to sign his sons appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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