Shaq Has Blunt Explanation For Why He Doesn't Text Any Current NBA Players
Shaquille O’Neal reveals why he avoids texting with current NBA players, explaining his decision to step away from celebrity culture and live as a “regular guy."
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Wolves coach Chris Finch calls out ‘head-scratcher’ with Nuggets’ Game 1 free throw attempts
The Denver Nuggets beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-105 in Game 1 of their first-round series on Saturday night at Ball Arena. In the victory, the Nuggets were granted 33 free throw attempts, while the Timberwolves had 19 opportunities from the charity stripe. After the game, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch voiced frustration about the number…
Tre Mann blames himself for Hornets’ shortcomings
Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann is determined to return next season as a better player than he is today, and he blames himself for his team not making the playoffs. The Hornets were on the wrong side of NBA history in a 121-90 blowout loss to the Orlando Magic. Heading into the offseason, Mann reflected […] The post Tre Mann blames himself for Hornets’ shortcomings appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Rockets Make Statement on Kevin Durant Injury Timeline vs Lakers
The Houston Rockets are starting the 2026 NBA Playoffs shorthanded. On Saturday night, the Rockets are going to pay a visit to the Los Angeles Lakers without Kevin Durant in the lineup. While Durant’s absence isn’t a total surprise, the recent downgrade on the injury report has come as a bit of a mystery. All […] The post Rockets Make Statement on Kevin Durant Injury Timeline vs Lakers appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Heroes, zeros from Knicks’ Game 1 win over Hawks: Jalen Brunson gets it started
Heroes and zeros from the Knicks' 113-102 Game 1 win over the Hawks on Saturday night at Madison Square Garden:
OG Anunoby’s ankle doesn’t slow him down in emphatic return to Knicks lineup
The Knicks’ star wing injured the ankle in the second-to-last game of the regular season and sat out the finale. It didn’t slow him down in the Knicks playoff opener.
Zaccharie Risacher Benched All Game After Embarrassing Mistake
The Atlanta Hawks lost all confidence in former number one pick Zaccharie Risacher after he missed two consecutive layups in Game 1 against the New York Knicks. Atlanta hoped to keep Risacher in the rotation off the bench, like their regular season game plan. However, the youngster’s embarrassing mistake of missing two consecutive layups led […] The post Zaccharie Risacher Benched All Game After Embarrassing Mistake appeared first on Heavy Sports.
LeBron, Luka ‘impersonators’ drop six figures to sit courtside for Game 1 with one goal
Two viral content creators dressed as LeBron James and Luka Doncic return courtside for Lakers vs. Rockets Game 1, spending big after a Fan of the Game snub.
Who Are the 2 Courtside Lakers Fans? How an Ex-Barstool Sports Employee Went Viral With a Luka Dončić Lookalike
One former Barstool Sports employee and a friend found a way to get courtside while wearing Luka Dončić and LeBron James Lakers uniforms.
JJ Redick says quiet part out loud about Lakers’ playoff experience
LOS ANGELES – Experience matters in the NBA playoffs, and for the Los Angeles Lakers, they have quite a bit of it. Even with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined indefinitely, Lakers head coach JJ Redick can go down his roster when it comes to experience he can count on. Prior to Game 1 of […] The post JJ Redick says quiet part out loud about Lakers’ playoff experience appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lakers Get Strong Message From NBA Legend After Kevin Durant News
Heading into the Game 1 battle between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets, not many expected the Lakers to have a chance. Despite holding the home-court advantage and finishing better in the Western Conference, the Lakers’ key absences have caused many to believe that the Rockets have a cakewalk in round one. Suddenly, […] The post Lakers Get Strong Message From NBA Legend After Kevin Durant News appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Trading Donovan Mitchell would be the end of the current Cleveland Cavaliers playoff run – sportingnews.com
Trading Donovan Mitchell would be the end of the current Cleveland Cavaliers playoff run sportingnews.com
Timberwolves’ Chris Finch makes ‘head-scratcher’ admission on Jamal Murray’s 16 free throws
Chris Finch shared an interesting take regarding Jamal Murray’s free throw activity following his performance in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ loss to the Denver Nuggets in Game 1 of the first-round series on Saturday afternoon. Murray was active in his 39 minutes of action against Minnesota’s defense. He finished with a stat line of 30 points, […] The post Timberwolves’ Chris Finch makes ‘head-scratcher’ admission on Jamal Murray’s 16 free throws appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Christian Laettner laughed off rumors about his sexuality during Duke days: "That was the stupidest thing ever" – Basketball Network
Christian Laettner laughed off rumors about his sexuality during Duke days: "That was the stupidest thing ever" Basketball Network
Surprise Kevin Durant injury could save LeBron from becoming KD’s latest career TKO
Kevin Durant ended the playoff careers of Kobe Bryant, Dirk Nowitzki and Tim Duncan. A sudden knee injury has changed the calculus against LeBron James.
“We weren’t allowed to be fans of anyone” – Nickeil Alexander-Walker talks about growing up with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s father – Basketball Network
“We weren’t allowed to be fans of anyone” - Nickeil Alexander-Walker talks about growing up with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s father Basketball Network
Video: CJ McCollum hit with a technical foul after a painful shot at Jalen Brunson
The intensity always shoots up whenever it’s the playoffs, and New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson felt that in one of the most painful ways. While challenging a jumper by Hawks guard CJ McCollum in the second half of Saturday’s playoff series opener between the Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden in … The post Video: CJ McCollum hit with a technical foul after a painful shot at Jalen Brunson appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Ayesha Curry Had Five Words for Steph Curry After Warriors' Loss
The season did not end as planned for Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. This is after the Dubs suffered a season-ending defeat at the hands of the Phoenix Suns on Friday, 111-96. The Suns booked their spot in the NBA playoffs as the No. 8 seed in the West after beating the Warriors. ...
Texas football bolsters defense with latest 2027 commitment
Texas continues adding to its growing 2027 college football recruiting class, adding its second key edge-rusher to the group. Four-star defensive end Derwin Fields is the latest high schooler to announce his commitment to Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns. Fields chose Texas out of his list of final five schools on Saturday, On3 Sports’ Hayes […] The post Texas football bolsters defense with latest 2027 commitment appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Me’arah O’Neal Transfer Portal: Top 3 Landing Spots for Shaquille O’Neal’s Daughter
Shaquille O'Neal's daughter, Me'arah O'Neal, is entering the transfer portal after a breakthrough season at Gainesville with the Florida Gators.
Steph recalls AAU games against KD, who saw him as little white kid – Basketball Network
Steph recalls AAU games against KD, who saw him as little white kid Basketball Network
Ime Udoka Reveals Unfortunate Kevin Durant Incident After Game 1 Injury Update
The Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers are both without key players for their first-round playoff matchup on Saturday.
What Happened to Kevin Durant? Latest on the Rockets Star’s Injury, Return Timeline, Why He’s Out for Game 1 vs. Lakers
Kevin Durant has officially been ruled out for Game 1 of Rockets-Lakers. What happened to Houston's superstar forward, and will he play in Game 2?
Jaylin Stewart Transfer Portal: 5 Potential Landing Spots for UConn Star
Here are the five potential landing spots for the UConn Huskies forward, Jaylin Stewart, who recently entered the transfer portal.