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Celtics’ Mitchell Robinson drops ‘mind-blowing’ reaction to Jayson Tatum’s late heroics vs. Knicks

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Mitchell Robinson spent years trying to stop Jayson Tatum. Now that he is on the same side, the Boston Celtics big man is still in awe of what he can do. Tatum poured in a game-high 36 points, including a dazzling late flurry, as the Celtics held off Robinson’s former team, the New York Knicks, […] The post Celtics’ Mitchell Robinson drops ‘mind-blowing’ reaction to Jayson Tatum’s late heroics vs. Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Caleb Wilson Just Gave the Bulls Something They Can’t Ignore

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Caleb Wilson had a horrid first game against the Toronto Raptors. He was a minus 45, shot 7/21, and had 9 turnovers. It looked rough for the rookie from start to finish. Wilson had a much better second game against the Milwaukee Bucks’. He had 21 points, 6 rebounds, 2 blocks, and 1 steal. He […] The post Caleb Wilson Just Gave the Bulls Something They Can’t Ignore appeared first on HEAVY.

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Watch Mavericks’ Dustin May get a mop bucket bath after 1st NBA win

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Dusty May has his first win as an NBA coach. His Dallas Mavericks had to earn it, though, as they lost star Cooper Flagg to a shoulder injury halfway through their game against the Indiana Pacers. But despite falling off in the second half, the Mavs were able to hold on for the 121-105 win, […] The post Watch Mavericks’ Dustin May get a mop bucket bath after 1st NBA win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 adjustments Valkyries must make to bounce back in WNBA Finals Game 4 vs. Dream

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ATLANTA – The Golden State Valkyries are itching to get back onto the court and under the spotlight, down 2-1 heading into Game 4 of the WNBA Finals. The angst, the emotion, the frustration, the fight– the Valkyries are dying to unleash it all and exorcise their demons from their ugly 97-71 Game 3 loss […] The post 3 adjustments Valkyries must make to bounce back in WNBA Finals Game 4 vs. Dream appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder Rookie Aday Mara Gets ‘Crazy’ NBA Welcome From Jokic and Wembanyama

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The Oklahoma City Thunder gave Aday Mara an NBA introduction that would challenge considerably more experienced players. His first two regular-season games featured Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokic, two different problems for an opposing center. Mara’s description of the experience was understandable: “crazy.” What should excite Thunder fans is that his play did not suggest […] The post Thunder Rookie Aday Mara Gets ‘Crazy’ NBA Welcome From Jokic and Wembanyama appeared first on HEAVY.

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Rui Hachimura has a hilarious Lakers locker-room mix-up in Clippers debut

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Rui Hachimura is all too familiar with Crypto.com Arena. The forward spent three-plus seasons with the Lakers before signing with the Clippers on a two-year, $28 million deal this summer. Hachimura kept things lighthearted in his return for the crosstown showdown as he jokingly attempted to enter the Lakers locker room pre-game. Rui Hachimura of...

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Raptors’ Darko Rajakovic gives props to Toronto for tough team win over Wizards

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Darko Rajaković has Toronto Raptors fans believing this team can win in more ways than one. That’s after guiding his squad to a gritty 112-102 road victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday. Following their 43-point blowout on opening night, the Raptors faced a tougher challenge at Capital One Arena. However, they held firm down […] The post Raptors’ Darko Rajakovic gives props to Toronto for tough team win over Wizards appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mavericks HC Dusty May gives initial Cooper Flagg injury diagnosis after hard fall on shoulder vs. Pacers

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The Dallas Mavericks came away from Indiana with a blowout win, but they may also be bracing for some uncertainty surrounding Cooper Flagg. Flagg exited Friday night’s 121-105 victory over the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse with a left shoulder injury and did not return. After the game, head coach Dusty May gave an initial […] The post Mavericks HC Dusty May gives initial Cooper Flagg injury diagnosis after hard fall on shoulder vs. Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blake Griffin drops ‘confused’ admission on Chris Paul’s Clippers exit before retirement

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The LA Clippers are entering a new era of basketball after having moved on from Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, and Ivica Zubac, but one thing fans still aren’t able to fully get over is the way the franchise moved on from Chris Paul. Paul and the Clippers parted ways last December, when the franchise elected […] The post Blake Griffin drops ‘confused’ admission on Chris Paul’s Clippers exit before retirement appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons’ Ausar Thompson dazzles with behind-the-back slam dunk

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Ausar Thompson wowed opposing fans with an incredible dunk highlight during the Detroit Pistons’ matchup against the Miami Heat on Friday night. Thompson started the fourth season of his young NBA career with the Pistons. He stands out as one of the best rising stars, shining with his talents as a defender while improving as […] The post Pistons’ Ausar Thompson dazzles with behind-the-back slam dunk appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mike Brown Reacts to Knicks’ Disappointing Loss to Celtics

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New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown shared his reaction as his team lost a disappointing game on the road against the Boston Celtics.The Knicks lost 107-103 to Boston on Friday night at TD Garden, dropping their record this season to 0-2 after a 106-100 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in their season opener.For a […] The post Mike Brown Reacts to Knicks’ Disappointing Loss to Celtics appeared first on HEAVY.

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Magic’s Paolo Banchero sufferers ankle injury vs. Timberwolves, per Sean Sweeney

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Despite falling to the Atlanta Hawks in their season opener, the Orlando Magic could take comfort in knowing that Paolo Banchero filled up the stat sheet with a historic game. They lost again on Friday night, and this defeat is accompanied by far more concern. The franchise pillar suffered an ankle injury versus the Minnesota […] The post Magic’s Paolo Banchero sufferers ankle injury vs. Timberwolves, per Sean Sweeney appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tiago Splitter explains approach to adjusting starting lineups after Bucks win

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The Chicago Bulls bounced back from a 43-point loss to the Toronto Raptors by defeating the Milwaukee Bucks 132-125. They also made a 15-point comeback. It was a case of: it wasn’t about how you start, but how you finish. The starting lineup consisted of Caleb Wilson, Norman Powell, Matas Buzelis, Josh Giddey, and Jalen […] The post Tiago Splitter explains approach to adjusting starting lineups after Bucks win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Chet Holmgren Shares Hilarious Confession About Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

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The Oklahoma City Thunder watched Shai Gilgeous-Alexander walk away from his historic scoring streak, but Chet Holmgren admitted he might have needed a few more shots first. The Thunder big man offered a funny account of the conversation before Gilgeous-Alexander checked out against the Denver Nuggets. Apparently, Holmgren was willing to help keep the streak […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren Shares Hilarious Confession About Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appeared first on HEAVY.

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Duke Blue Devils pull off insane 2 minute comeback vs. Virginia

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The Duke Blue Devils found themselves down to the Virginia Cavaliers late in the fourth quarter of their ACC clash on Friday. The Cavaliers were up 13-7 at halftime, but while Duke tied the game 13-13 in the fourth, Virginia went ahead 16-13 with a field goal of their own with less than two minutes […] The post Duke Blue Devils pull off insane 2 minute comeback vs. Virginia appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla gives defensive props to Jayson Tatum, Jordan Walsh after win over Knicks

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The Boston Celtics bounced back from their season opener loss to take down the nba champ New York Knicks on Friday. The 107-103 loss of Boston left head coach Joe Mazzulla impressed and he made sure to praise Jayson Tatum, Jordan Walsh for their defensive showing during the game. Mazzulla appeared relaxed during his postgame […] The post Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla gives defensive props to Jayson Tatum, Jordan Walsh after win over Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Fast Start Has a ‘Secret’ That Draymond Green Just Revealed

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The Oklahoma City Thunder looked like a team carrying something extra into their season opener against the San Antonio Spurs. Draymond Green believes he knows what it was. In his assessment, Oklahoma City brought months of frustration onto the floor against the opponent it had been waiting to face.Green pointed to the Thunder’s previous playoff […] The post Thunder’s Fast Start Has a ‘Secret’ That Draymond Green Just Revealed appeared first on HEAVY.

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Dale Brown, LSU basketball coach who discovered a 13-year-old Shaquille O'Neal playing in Germany, dies at 90

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Dale Brown, the LSU basketball coach credited with discovering a 13-year-old Shaquille O'Neal, has passed away one week shy of his 91st birthday.

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