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Ariel Atkins set to return to Sparks’ lineup after concussion protocol stint

The Los Angeles Sparks are looking to get back in the win column as they embark on a four-game road trip, beginning with a matchup against the Phoenix Mercury on Thursday. And it appears as if the Sparks will have reinforcements on the injury front in the form of starting shooting guard Ariel Atkins who […] The post Ariel Atkins set to return to Sparks’ lineup after concussion protocol stint appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Delight for Oklahoma City Thunder as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander puts in MVP-caliber display to beat San Antonio and level Western Conference Finals

The Oklahoma City Thunder redeemed themselves from a heartbreaking Game 1 loss in the Western Conference Finals by evening the series against the San Antonio Spurs.

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Delight for Oklahoma City Thunder as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander puts in MVP-caliber display to beat San Antonio and level Western Conference Finals

The Oklahoma City Thunder redeemed themselves from a heartbreaking Game 1 loss in the Western Conference Finals by evening the series against the San Antonio Spurs.

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Post-Game 2 Jalen Williams injury update will keep Thunder fans up all night

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams cannot seem to catch a break this season. After returning from a six-game absence in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, Williams was forced to exit in Game 2 on Wednesday after aggravating his hamstring injury in the first quarter. He did not […] The post Post-Game 2 Jalen Williams injury update will keep Thunder fans up all night appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ajay Mitchell Injury Update: Doctor Lays Out Worst Scenario For OKC Thunder Guard

Ajay Mitchell has been a pivotal piece for the OKC Thunder in the playoffs. While he has struggled on the offensive end against the San Antonio Spurs, Mitchell remained valuable on the defensive end, holding down Spurs guards while keeping himself a threat offensively.  However, late in Game 2, Mitchell went down holding his quad […] The post Ajay Mitchell Injury Update: Doctor Lays Out Worst Scenario For OKC Thunder Guard appeared first on HEAVY.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander throws Isaiah Hartenstein under the bus in postgame interview

Usually Oklahoma City Thunder players are known for fun and games in their postgame interviews as players crowd around the interview subject, making it into one big, giant, happy meme. That was not the case after Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals in spite of a Thunder victory. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder to…

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Surprisingly Calls Out $87 Million Starter for Play vs. Wemby

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander grabbed attention for puzzling remarks about one of his Thunder teammates despite OKC's win over the Spurs. The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Surprisingly Calls Out $87 Million Starter for Play vs. Wemby appeared first on HEAVY.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s immediate reaction to Game 2 win vs. Spurs

The Oklahoma City Thunder watched Shai Gilgeous-Alexander lock in after meeting his former coach John Calipari pregame. SGA delivered 30 points in 38 minutes to top the San Antonio Spurs 122-113 Wednesday. The victory ensures there will be no sweep of the Thunder in these NBA Playoffs. SGA and the defending champs needed to shake […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s immediate reaction to Game 2 win vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stephanie White Addresses Indiana Fever’s Punishment From WNBA

Stephanie White was able to lead the Indiana Fever to a 90–73 victory over the Portland Fire despite the absence of superstar guard Caitlin Clark. Guard Tyasha Harris, whose prior season high in minutes was 16 against the Los Angeles Sparks, filled in admirably for the injured Clark, playing a ...

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Spurs’ Stephon Castle sets unwanted record after brutal Game 2 vs. Thunder

The Western Conference Finals are officially tied up, but San Antonio Spurs’ Stephon Castle just walked away with a bit of history he’d probably love to forget. The Oklahoma City Thunder bounced back at the Paycom Center on Wednesday night, securing a 122-113 victory in Game 2. While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dominated with 30 points to […] The post Spurs’ Stephon Castle sets unwanted record after brutal Game 2 vs. Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appears to throw shade at teammate after WCF Game 2

The Oklahoma City Thunder took care of business in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals and downed the San Antonio Spurs, 122-113, at Paycom Center on Wednesday. The Thunder took control in the second quarter to erect a double-digit lead at halftime, but the Spurs fought back and closed the gap. The games remained […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appears to throw shade at teammate after WCF Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA World Reacts to Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Dominant Game 2 vs Spurs

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander answered every doubter. After a tough Game 1 loss, the two-time MVP came out locked in and put the Oklahoma City Thunder on his back. SGA dropped 30 points, dished out 9 assists, and committed just 1 turnover as OKC dominated the San Antonio Spurs 122-113 to tie the Western Conference Finals at […] The post NBA World Reacts to Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Dominant Game 2 vs Spurs appeared first on HEAVY.

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Caitlin Clark Injury Update After Indiana Fever Win vs Portland Fire

For the first time this season, Caitlin Clark missed a game for the Indiana Fever. Clark was a late scratch in the Fever’s first-ever matchup against the Portland Fire on Wednesday night at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Speaking to reporters after the Fever’s 90-73 win over the Fire, coach Stephanie White was questioned about Clark’s injury. The […] The post Caitlin Clark Injury Update After Indiana Fever Win vs Portland Fire appeared first on HEAVY.

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Doctor Reveals Bad News For Thunder’s Jalen Williams In The Western Conference Finals

Jalen Williams only played in the first quarter of Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals after hurting his left hamstring late in the opening period.  Williams headed to the locker room immediately after the quarter and was ruled out of the game by halftime. It was the same injury he had during Game 2 […] The post Doctor Reveals Bad News For Thunder’s Jalen Williams In The Western Conference Finals appeared first on HEAVY.

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4 best Paul George trade destinations if 76ers’ Daryl Morey replacement wants to move on

The Philadelphia 76ers, almost immediately after seeing their season come to an end, decided to make a change in the team’s brain trust — letting Daryl Morey go from his post as the team’s president of basketball operations. Morey was at the helm in Philadelphia for six seasons, and under his watch, the furthest the […] The post 4 best Paul George trade destinations if 76ers’ Daryl Morey replacement wants to move on appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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