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Chet Holmgren’s honest take on DPOY candidacy ahead of Thunder title defense

Amidst preparation for the defending champions’ first-round best-of-7 series, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star forward Chet Holmgren addressed his candidacy for Defensive Player of the Year and All-Defensive Team honors. In a season where Holmgren earned his first All-Star selection, alongside San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama, he is one of the odds-on favorites to win […] The post Chet Holmgren’s honest take on DPOY candidacy ahead of Thunder title defense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Damon Jones expected to plead guilty in NBA gambling case

As the NBA enters its postseason with the Play-In Tournament underway, former player and assistant coach Damon Jones is expected to plead guilty in a sweeping federal gambling case that has implicated multiple figures connected to the league. “Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones is expected to become the first person to plead […] The post Damon Jones expected to plead guilty in NBA gambling case appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Did Michigan’s Top Offensive Linemen Snub Texas After Having Dinner With Arch Manning? We Investigate

Neither Jake Guarnera nor Andrew Sprague committed to Texas. It sounds like both offensive linemen decided to stay at Michigan after a dinner with Arch Manning. The allure of blocking for the potential No. 1 overall pick in next year’s NFL Draft was not enough to get them to leave Ann Arbor. Before we go […] The post Did Michigan’s Top Offensive Linemen Snub Texas After Having Dinner With Arch Manning? We Investigate appeared first on BroBible.

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Georgetown lands ex-McDonald’s All-American transfer from Kansas

Georgetown basketball aims to become attractive again for past blue chip prospects. Now the Hoyas have added a past McDonald’s All-American after luring in Jaland Lowe from Kentucky. Ex-Kansas five-star Elmarko Jackson is heading to Washington D.C. Jackson rises as the newest prized College Basketball Transfer Portal addition for Georgetown. College basketball insider for 247Sports […] The post Georgetown lands ex-McDonald’s All-American transfer from Kansas appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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"When did winning stop mattering for anything?" – Draymond Green has no doubts about his NBA ROY choice between Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel – Basketball Network

"When did winning stop mattering for anything?" - Draymond Green has no doubts about his NBA ROY choice between Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel  Basketball Network

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Why Nickeil Alexander-Walker is confident in Hawks’ chances as underdogs vs Knicks

The Atlanta Hawks are seen as underdogs going into their series against the New York Knicks, and most of the national media have them losing. The Hawks see it, but they are only focused on what’s in front of them and believe in their ability to compete at the highest level. Nickeil Alexander-Walker is making […] The post Why Nickeil Alexander-Walker is confident in Hawks’ chances as underdogs vs Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Draymond Green was so sick during Warriors’ win

Draymond Green turned in a defensive masterclass during the Golden State Warriors’ play-in win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night, and new information has emerged to make it even more impressive. Green was battling an illness during the Warriors’ 126-121 win over the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Ca. ESPN’s … The post Draymond Green was so sick during Warriors’ win appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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1 transfer portal target Florida basketball must sign after March Madness disappointment

Few college basketball teams have had as high a retention rate as Florida has under Todd Golden, making it less reliant on the transfer portal than other elite programs. But after a disappointing exit in the 2026 NCAA Tournament, the Gators are left with few options to remain in the “blue blood” conversation. As one […] The post 1 transfer portal target Florida basketball must sign after March Madness disappointment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mercury GM reveals Satou Sabally replacement after departure for Liberty

For the first time since the newly ratified CBA, Phoenix Mercury general manager Nick U’Ren addressed reporters in a Zoom meeting on Wednesday for a debrief. From Satou Sabally leaving the Mercury to re-signing DeWanna Bonner, there were a myriad of questions. After Phoenix didn’t apply the core extension to Sabally, it felt like a […] The post Mercury GM reveals Satou Sabally replacement after departure for Liberty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Heat’s Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes final pitch for 6th Man of the Year trophy

With the Play-In Tournament underway and the NBA Playoffs right around the corner, season awards will be announced relatively soon. On Thursday, after the Heat was eliminated from the postseason in a 127-126 overtime loss to the Charlotte Hornets, Jaime Jaquez Jr. made his final pitch for why he deserves the Sixth Man of the […] The post Heat’s Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes final pitch for 6th Man of the Year trophy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Georgia basketball lands 14 PPG guard from Penn State in transfer portal

The Georgia Bulldogs made a significant addition to their roster, landing a proven scorer from the transfer portal as they continue to reshape their backcourt for the upcoming season. The Bulldogs basketball program secured former Penn State guard Freddie Dilione, a 6-foot-5 shooting guard with established production at the collegiate level. His arrival provides an […] The post Georgia basketball lands 14 PPG guard from Penn State in transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jon Sumrall Has One Word After Florida's Recruiting Win

Jon Sumrall is working through his first offseason as the Florida Gators' head coach. While much of the focus is on the upcoming 2026 college football season, Sumrall and his staff aren't turning a blind eye to the future. Despite the coaching change, the Gators are off to a hot start in the 2027 ...

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"They pay you for being able to be traded" – Klay Thompson explains cold side of the NBA business while speaking about future with Mavs – Basketball Network

"They pay you for being able to be traded" - Klay Thompson explains cold side of the NBA business while speaking about future with Mavs  Basketball Network

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Ex-LeBron James teammate to plead guilty in NBA gambling scandal

One of LeBron James’ former teammates is the first defendant in the NBA gambling scandal to plead guilty. Former player and assistant coach Damon Jones plans to plead guilty to sports gambling charges, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. Jones had initially pleaded not guilty to selling insider information to sports gamblers. Jones has … The post Ex-LeBron James teammate to plead guilty in NBA gambling scandal appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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