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3 players Wizards must trade to clean up roster for Anthony Davis, Trae Young era

The Washington Wizards finished the 2025-26 season with the worst record in the NBA, winning just 17 out of their 82 games. Plenty of Wizards core players took strides, with Alex Sarr and Kyshawn George establishing themselves as long-term keepers for the team, and the front office took the opportunity to surround those young players […] The post 3 players Wizards must trade to clean up roster for Anthony Davis, Trae Young era appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Darko Rajakovic shows zero fear over Cavs’ home-court advantage

The Toronto Raptors are coming into their opening round series of the NBA playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers without home-court advantage. The Cavs are the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference and the Raptors are the No. 5 seed. But consider Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic as one who is unmoved by the Cavs’ […] The post Darko Rajakovic shows zero fear over Cavs’ home-court advantage appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LeBron Comments On Bronny Deserving Lakers Playoff Minutes

NBA icon LeBron James revealed that he believes his son Bronny James deserves minutes for the Los Angeles Lakers during this postseason run. The Lakers will already have a shortened roster due to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves missing time. Bronny has played the most minutes of his NBA career over the past few weeks […] The post LeBron Comments On Bronny Deserving Lakers Playoff Minutes appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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LeBron James Reveals the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Him in His Career

Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James has had a lot of great things happen to him over the course of his career and he’s accomplished a whole lot.But one thing stands out above the rest: Sharing the floor in the league with his son, Bronny.LeBron James Names Playing With His Son As the Biggest […] The post LeBron James Reveals the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Him in His Career appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NBA’s Cade Cunningham Ruling Questioned by Anthony Edwards’ Circle

After so much talk about key NBA players potentially missing out on seasonal awards, two teams landed good news on that front on Thursday, April 16. Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic and Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham were both granted exceptions, according to a joint release. As for Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards, he […] The post NBA’s Cade Cunningham Ruling Questioned by Anthony Edwards’ Circle appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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How Pistons’ Cade Cunningham becoming award eligible could cost Jalen Duren

The NBA on Thursday ruled in favor of the appeals of Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham and Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic regarding the 65-game rule, making them eligible for the individual awards despite not meeting the minimum threshold. The league cited the “extraordinary circumstances” clause in the collective bargaining agreement in its decision. […] The post How Pistons’ Cade Cunningham becoming award eligible could cost Jalen Duren appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Golden State Warriors Announce Key Player Will Miss Suns Game

On Friday evening, the Golden State Warriors will have their season on the line when they face off against the Phoenix Suns (in Arizona).The Warriors won their first play-in tournament game over the LA Clippers by a score of 126-121 (on Wednesday).Quinten Post did not play in Wednesday’s game, as he has been out since […] The post Golden State Warriors Announce Key Player Will Miss Suns Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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John Collins delivers uncertain take on Clippers future

The LA Clippers were formally eliminated from playoff contention following their 126-121 loss to the Golden State Warriors in the opening round of the play-in tournament. Questions about the Clippers roster moving forward will certainly come up in the offseason, and one major order of business is the pending free agency of John Collins. Acquired […] The post John Collins delivers uncertain take on Clippers future appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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“Only the Darkskin Was Rejected”: Fans Erupt as Anthony Edwards Misses Out on Exception as Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham Win Big in Major NBA Ruling

The NBA has delivered its verdict on Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham's case of "extraordinary circumstances challenge," missing the 65-game criteria for the NBA awards this season.

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Warriors' Draymond Green Leaves No Doubt on His NBA MVP

Draymond Green grabbed headlines on Thursday night as he helped lead the Golden State Warriors to a 126-121 play-in victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. Green locked downKawhi Leonard in a defensive masterclass, limiting the Clippers star to just two points in the fourth quarter. It was Steph ...

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Bam Adebayo Reveals Update After Heartbreaking Miami Heat Loss

The Miami Heat had to truly accept their fate on Thursday as they participated in exit interviews. The star center Bam Adebayo spoke for the first time since he went out with a back injury during the NBA Play-In Tournament. Adebayo left the court after just 11 minutes of action. The center made all three […] The post Bam Adebayo Reveals Update After Heartbreaking Miami Heat Loss appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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LeBron’s Former Heat Teammate Shares Why He Never Passed Michael Jordan

The Miami Heat had a legendary run in the early 2010s, but one of LeBron James’ teammates revealed that he still never passed Michael Jordan. Mario Chalmers started at point guard for four seasons behind the “big three” of LeBron, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh. Two NBA Championships and four NBA Finals appearances weren’t enough […] The post LeBron’s Former Heat Teammate Shares Why He Never Passed Michael Jordan appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Kon Knueppel still has teammate’s confidence after ugly play-in showing

The Charlotte Hornets are brimming with confidence and rightfully so. On Tuesday, the Hornets eeked out a huge 127-126 overtime victory over the Miami Heat in the NBA Play-In tournament. The catalyst came with Coby White’s game-tying 3-pointer, LaMelo Ball’s game-winning bucket, and Miles Bridges’ game-ending block. But largely left out of the fun was […] The post Kon Knueppel still has teammate’s confidence after ugly play-in showing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dillon Brooks reveals why he sided with Warriors in play-in vs. Clippers

The Phoenix Suns will face off against the Golden State Warriors in the final play-in game for the right to earn the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference standings. The Suns were waiting for the opponent in the play-in following their loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, and count Suns veteran Dillon Brooks as […] The post Dillon Brooks reveals why he sided with Warriors in play-in vs. Clippers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ahead of the NBA Draft, Yaxel Lendeborg Names Cooper Flagg And AJ Dybantsa for an Exciting Reason

Yaxel Lendeborg has declared for the NBA Draft. Recently, he commented on what matchup he is most excited for. “Well, I’m gonna be super excited to play against Cooper Flagg. You know, I know last year I definitely wanted to get the opportunity to match up against him. Obviously, you know, we’re mid-major,” he said. […]

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Zohran Mamdani takes a shot at Trae Young

Trae Young is hearing it this week from the mayor of New York City. The New York Knicks are set to face the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. With the Knicks earning the No. 3 seed and the Hawks getting No. 6, the two sides will begin a best-of-seven … The post Zohran Mamdani takes a shot at Trae Young appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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2 players Pacers must trade to prepare for Tyrese Haliburton’s return

Many knew that the Indiana Pacers were in for a significant fall-off following their miracle run to the 2026 NBA Finals that ended in heartbreak. Devastation might be the more apt word; not only did they lose to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a hard-fought seven-game series, they also lost Tyrese Haliburton to a ruptured […] The post 2 players Pacers must trade to prepare for Tyrese Haliburton’s return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors Announce Surprising Injury Report vs Suns Amid Steph Curry Injury Scare

The Golden State Warriors passed stage one of the early gauntlet Wednesday night. Now can they do the same tomorrow?  The victory was punctuated by a pair of leftover figures of a waning dynasty. It was Stephen Curry delivering in trademark fashion, and it was Draymond Green showcasing that timeless defensive muscle. Together, the two […] The post Warriors Announce Surprising Injury Report vs Suns Amid Steph Curry Injury Scare appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Zohran Mamdani hilariously blames Trae Young over ticket prices

The New York Knicks are once again in the postseason. On Saturday, they will face off against the Atlanta Hawks in the first round. This time around, they got a new face amongst the throngs of bigwigs at Madison Square Garden wanting to see the orange and blue. They got their new Mayor Zohran Mamdani. […] The post Zohran Mamdani hilariously blames Trae Young over ticket prices appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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This is Bronny James’ chance to prove that he belongs

This is a golden opportunity for Bronny James.  He can prove himself. He can silence his detractors. He can show the world he belongs.  Or he can stumble backward, making the negative noise louder.  The Lakers’ Bronny James is poised to have some breakout performances during the NBA playoffs. With Luka Doncic (hamstring) and Austin...

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