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76ers’ VJ Edgecombe posterizes Celtics amid rookie’s monster quarter

VJ Edgecombe is incredibly gifted, but what makes him a truly impressive talent is how he has been able to adapt during his rookie campaign. The 20-year-old Philadelphia 76ers guard struggled in his first career NBA playoffs game, scoring just 13 points on 6-of-16 shooting in a 123-91 loss versus the Boston Celtics, but he […] The post 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe posterizes Celtics amid rookie’s monster quarter appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA Legend Explains Why He Considers LeBron Overrated

Five-time NBA Champion Ron Harper Sr. continued his recent beef with LeBron James by calling the superstar overrated. Harper and James exchanged some insults this season after Ron commented on LeBron’s parenting skills during All-Star Weekend. The Shooting Stars exhibition featured Harper playing with his sons and making a comment that he doesn’t control his […] The post NBA Legend Explains Why He Considers LeBron Overrated appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Indiana Fever Make Raven Johnson Announcement Before WNBA Season

The Indiana Fever selected South Carolina Gamecocks standout Raven Johnson with the 10th overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft. The 5-foot-8 guard from Atlanta brings a decorated collegiate career to Indianapolis. Johnson spent five years at South Carolina, serving as a starter for three seasons. She ...

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Carmelo Anthony gets real about Jaden McDaniels’ trash talk

The Minnesota Timberwolves love to trash-talk, which isn’t surprising when Anthony Edwards is your emotional leader. However, it wasn’t Edwards who got things going after Minnesota’s Game 2 win on Monday night when Jaden McDaniels called out Denver’s poor defense. While it is part of Minnesota’s identity to get under the other team’s skin, Carmelo […] The post Carmelo Anthony gets real about Jaden McDaniels’ trash talk appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sophie Cunningham clarifies Indiana Fever contract comments: ‘It was never about the money’

Sophie Cunningham went viral this week over comments she made on her podcast about her new Indiana Fever contract. The WNBA star is now offering a clarification that those comments were misunderstood. In the latest episode of her Show Me Something podcast, Cunningham said her one-year, $665,000 deal to return to the Fever is “frustrating.” “It’s tough because…

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown slapped with tech after destroying Adem Bona

Jaylen Brown already boasted plenty of credibility entering the 2025-26 campaign — 2024 NBA Finals MVP, 2023 All-NBA Second-Team selection and four All-Star selections — but the Boston Celtics pillar should be moving with a whole new level of confidence after leading the franchise to success in Jayson Tatum’s absence. It definitely looks that way […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown slapped with tech after destroying Adem Bona appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hornets Rookie Kon Knueppel Wins Award Over Cooper Flagg

Kon Knueppel had a fantastic season for the Charlotte Hornets during the 2025-26 NBA regular season. Charlotte started the season 4-13 and appeared to be on its way to a fourth straight sub-.500 record. Instead, the Hornets started buzzing, going 40-25 the rest of the year to earn a spot in the ...

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How many votes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander received for Clutch Player of the Year

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander took home the Clutch Player of the Year Award on Tuesday. After becoming the fourth player in league history to win the trophy since it was announced in 2022, we take a look at the voting numbers for the Clutch-POY. Reports indicate that the 27-year-old superstar received 96 of […] The post How many votes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander received for Clutch Player of the Year appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UCLA football lands 4-star DB after decommitting from Notre Dame

UCLA football made a significant recruiting statement by securing a commitment from four-star safety Khalil Terry, keeping a top Southern California prospect close to home. The addition adds momentum to the Bruins’ recruiting efforts as they continue building for future success. Terry, a standout from Tustin High School, committed to UCLA on Tuesday, less than […] The post UCLA football lands 4-star DB after decommitting from Notre Dame appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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VJ Edgecombe Injury: 76ers Star Exits Game Immediately After Scary Fall vs Celtics

Philadelphia 76ers star VJ Edgecombe took a scary-looking fall in the first quarter of tonight’s Game 2 versus the Boston Celtics.  Edgecombe, 20, fell harshly to the ground after attempting to grab a rebound over Celtics big man Neemias Quetta. Edgecombe fell squarely on his back and was slow to get back up as play […] The post VJ Edgecombe Injury: 76ers Star Exits Game Immediately After Scary Fall vs Celtics appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Carmelo Anthony Reacts as Jaden McDaniels Calls Out Nuggets Defenders

The tension between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets took a sharp turn after Game 2. Minnesota forward Jaden McDaniels did not hold back when asked how his team unlocked its offense in a 119-114 win, The Athletic reports. His answer quickly became the headline.“Go at Jokic, Jamal, all the bad defenders,” McDaniels said, before […] The post Carmelo Anthony Reacts as Jaden McDaniels Calls Out Nuggets Defenders appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NBA Legend Magic Johnson Makes Bold Statement Before Rockets-Lakers Game

On Tuesday night, the Los Angeles Lakers will play Game 2 of their first-round playoff series with the Houston Rockets (at home).The Lakers are coming off a 107-98 win (in Game 1) on Saturday.Luke Kennard went off for 27 points while shooting 5/5 from three-point range.Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Makes Bold StatementBefore Game 2, Basketball […] The post NBA Legend Magic Johnson Makes Bold Statement Before Rockets-Lakers Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Spurs Announce Starting Lineup Decision Vs Blazers After Victor Wembanyama News

The San Antonio Spurs announced their starting lineup and injury report for Game 2 of the series vs the Blazers after major Wembanyama news. The post Spurs Announce Starting Lineup Decision Vs Blazers After Victor Wembanyama News appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Chris DeMarco knows Steve Kerr will make right decision on Warriors coaching future

Steve Kerr enters the offseason in the unfamiliar position of not having a team to coach after the Golden State Warriors’ season ended in the play-in tournament. Kerr doesn’t have an extension in place to continue coaching Golden State next season, and his quick embrace with Stephen Curry and Draymond Green as the final seconds […] The post Chris DeMarco knows Steve Kerr will make right decision on Warriors coaching future appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stephanie White Baffled by Indiana Fever's Player Contracts Under New WNBA CBA

There’s a lot of pressure on Stephanie White heading into her second season with the Indiana Fever. The former WNBA Coach of the Year joined the Fever ahead of the 2025 season with high hopes. Unfortunately, injuries to Caitlin Clark and other key players got in the way of White’s debut season. ...

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins another NBA award

Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the NBA MVP in 2024-25 and he is now adding another award to his trophy case. On Tuesday, the NBA announced that Gilgeous-Alexander won the KIA NBA Clutch Player of the Year award, making him the fourth winner in the four years the award has been around. Gilgeous-Alexander … The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins another NBA award appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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“Many People Rooted for Tom Brady To Fail”: Analyst Offers Insight Into Criticism Faced by Arch Manning

Arch Manning was among the most hyped up players ahead of the 2025 college football season, which was his first season as the Texas Longhorns starter after he waited behind Quinn Ewers for two years. Many analysts predicted Manning to win the Heisman Trophy, lead the Longhorns to a national championship and even go as […]

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Why Nick Wright believes LeBron James, Lakers could put Rockets away in Game 2

It appears the Houston Rockets are more dependent on the 37-year-old Kevin Durant than fans maybe even realized, but the Los Angeles Lakers are relying on their own aging legend to will them through the first round of the NBA playoffs. The 41-year-old LeBron James scored 19 points on 9-of-15 shooting and also recorded 13 […] The post Why Nick Wright believes LeBron James, Lakers could put Rockets away in Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Could Kevin Durant Injury Could Put Rockets Coach’s Job in Jeopardy?

The Houston Rockets are in a tough spot, despite facing a Los Angeles Lakers team that has missed Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Heading into the series, the Rockets were heavy favorites to win. Then, Kevin Durant was ruled out not long before Game 1 tipped off. Dealing with a sudden knee contusion, the Rockets […] The post Could Kevin Durant Injury Could Put Rockets Coach’s Job in Jeopardy? appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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