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Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg sends motivational message after winning Rookie of the Year

The Dallas Mavericks’ future came into sharper focus after rookie Cooper Flagg capped a standout debut season to claim the 2025–26 Kia NBA Rookie of the Year award. The former No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft delivered one of the most complete rookie campaigns in recent memory and closed it with a […] The post Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg sends motivational message after winning Rookie of the Year appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr. support ex-teammate Desmond Bane at Game 4 vs. Pistons

The Orlando Magic are looking to take a commanding 3-1 series lead over the No. 1 seed Detroit Pistons on Monday night, and they’ve got a couple of NBA players in attendance to support. At least, Desmond Bane does. Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant and Utah Jazz star Jaren Jackson Jr. were both seen courtside […] The post Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr. support ex-teammate Desmond Bane at Game 4 vs. Pistons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Frank Isola whines that Kenny Beecham is taking over an hour of his SiriusXM NBA Radio show

Rising NBA media personality Kenny Beecham is getting an hour-long show on SiriusXM NBA Radio starting this week, and his new colleague Frank Isola gave him quite the welcome. Isola, a longtime host on the station who also has contributed to the New York Daily News, ESPN, YES Network, and The Athletic across a long…

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Motiejus Krivas returning to Arizona in 2026-27 despite NBA buzz

Arizona basketball is undergoing a roster makeover after its lopsided loss to Michigan. The Wildcats already are losing Brayden Burries and Koa Peat to the NBA Draft. Motiejus Krivas is another hearing pro buzz. But the league will wait another year for the top rim protector. Krivas made the decision to return to Tucson, with […] The post Motiejus Krivas returning to Arizona in 2026-27 despite NBA buzz appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Carmelo Anthony reveals what’s on the line for Jalen Duren vs. Magic

The Detroit Pistons are trying to overcome a 2-1 deficit to the Orlando Magic in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. For Jalen Duren, a chance to redeem himself after a sluggish start. Meanwhile, Hall of Famer-turned-analyst Carmelo Anthony wants Duren to go the extra mile as the Pistons take on the Magic in […] The post Carmelo Anthony reveals what’s on the line for Jalen Duren vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA Offseason 2026: Teams That Could Create Fantasy Chaos With One Move Suggested

Summer checklists are being tabulated, and fantasy chaos is on the horizon for a few NBA teams gearing up for an active offseason. It isn’t uncommon for rosters to be shuffled. But a handful of clubs are just one move away from dramatically changing fantasy values for the 2026-27 season. One trade ...

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Notable update surfaces on Nikola Jokic’s future

The Denver Nuggets are facing elimination right now, but Nikola Jokic still appears to be fully committed to them regardless. There is “zero indication” at the moment that Jokic intends to pursue a move out of Denver, veteran NBA writer Marc Stein reported this week during an appearance on the “The ALL NBA Podcast.” Stein … The post Notable update surfaces on Nikola Jokic’s future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Raven Johnson's Bold Comment on Caitlin Clark Catches Attention

Raven Johnson is quickly acclimating to her new team. The former South Carolina Gamecocks star joined Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever as the 10th overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft. Johnson made an immediate impact during her Fever debut. The 5-foot-8 guard suited up for Indiana for the first ...

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Chris Broussard makes eye-opening Kevin Durant Warriors legacy claim

While Kevin Durant is trying his dardenest to keep the Houston Rockets alive in the playoffs, his past is coming back to haunt him. On Monday, NBA analyst Chris Broussard argued that Durant’s legacy would be better off had he stayed with the Golden State Warriors, per The Herd with Colin Cowherd. Essentially, Broussard said […] The post Chris Broussard makes eye-opening Kevin Durant Warriors legacy claim appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Phil Jackson breaks silence on 15-year issue with NBA’s rules

The NBA has really taken on a new look over the last decade as the three-point shot continues to revolutionize the game. Teams are putting up more three-pointers than ever before, making it a simple math equation given the simple fact that three points are worth more than two. Golden State Warriors head coach Steve […] The post Phil Jackson breaks silence on 15-year issue with NBA’s rules appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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EA FC 26 Patch Notes: New Update Addresses Career Mode and Ultimate Team

The EA FC team is back with another update, and while it may not overhaul gameplay, it brings a series of tweaks that could go a long way in cleaning up some nagging issues across the experience. From Career Mode frustrations to Ultimate Team UI quirks, this patch focuses on tightening things up ...

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Knicks guard breaks down the challenge of guarding CJ McCollum

CJ McCollum has been causing a lot of trouble for the New York Knicks this postseason. One New York guard provided his thoughts on slowing down the Atlanta Hawks veteran star scorer. McCollum is going through the 13th year of his career, his first with the Hawks. He featured in the 11th postseason of his […] The post Knicks guard breaks down the challenge of guarding CJ McCollum appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Report sheds light on why Kon Knueppel lost NBA Rookie of the Year award

Just a few weeks ago, Charlotte Hornets star Kon Knueppel seemed to be in the driver’s seat for the NBA Rookie of the Year award. On Monday, the league announced that Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg won the award. Flagg earned 412 total points while Knueppel received 386 in a close finish. After the results … The post Report sheds light on why Kon Knueppel lost NBA Rookie of the Year award appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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