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Rockets’ Fred VanVleet progressing from ACL injury, but still not close to returning

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka dashed any fans’ hopes of Fred VanVleet being able to suit up in the playoffs. VanVleet, who signed a two-year extension with the Rockets this past offseason, tore his ACL in September, shortly before training camp was set to begin. And while Jayson Tatum, who tore his Achilles tendon […] The post Rockets’ Fred VanVleet progressing from ACL injury, but still not close to returning appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA lowers salary cap projection as local media revenue craters

Perhaps unsurprisingly, the NBA has adjusted its salary cap expectations for the 2026-27 season down on account of decreasing local media revenues. The news was first reported by ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania. The NBA has informed teams that the league is projecting a $165 million salary cap for 2026-27 — $1M lower than previous Read more... The post NBA lowers salary cap projection as local media revenue craters appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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Stephen A. Smith And ‘Fat Piece Of S—‘ Jason Whitlock Resume Their War Of Words After Whitlock Called SAS A ‘Fraud’

Stephen A. Smith and Jason Whitlock have resumed their war of words, with SAS going on a lengthy rant about the ‘demonic’ Whitlock on his radio show. A few years ago, Smith famously called Whitlock a “fat a– piece of s—.” In this latest exchange, Stephen A. Smith referenced Jason Whitlock’s time at ESPN, specifically […] The post Stephen A. Smith And ‘Fat Piece Of S—‘ Jason Whitlock Resume Their War Of Words After Whitlock Called SAS A ‘Fraud’ appeared first on BroBible.

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Stephen A. Smith gets brutally honest on Spurs star Victor Wembanyama’s MVP case

On Monday evening, the San Antonio Spurs continued their winning ways with a blowout road win over the Miami Heat. It was another strong game for superstar Victor Wembanyama, who scored 26 points on an efficient shooting night from the field, to go along with 15 rebounds and five blocks. Many have projected that Wembanyama […] The post Stephen A. Smith gets brutally honest on Spurs star Victor Wembanyama’s MVP case appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The moment LeBron James knew Lakers’ Austin Reaves was a special talent

On Monday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers’ nine-game winning streak came to an end with a close road loss at the hands of the Detroit Pistons. While Los Angeles was unable to get over the finish line, Austin Reaves did come up clutch with a late bucket in the fourth quarter as part of his […] The post The moment LeBron James knew Lakers’ Austin Reaves was a special talent appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Alabama Star Aden Holloway Demands Trial Following Drug Arrest, Refutes ‘Each And Every’ Charge

Aden Holloway’s attorney responded on Monday to the drug charges made against the Crimson Tide star. He is demanding a trial to dispute the allegations made against his client. “Defendant denies each and every material allegation, and demands strict proof thereof,” Holloway’s attorney Jason Neff wrote in his legal filing on Monday, according to WIAT […] The post Alabama Star Aden Holloway Demands Trial Following Drug Arrest, Refutes ‘Each And Every’ Charge appeared first on BroBible.

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Arkansas’ star Darius Acuff Jr. just accomplished something that hasn’t been done by an NCAA men’s athlete

Arkansas is preparing for its Sweet 16 matchup against Arizona. Darius Acuff Jr. has been a major part of the success of Arkansas. Acuff has been setting March Madness records in the run so far. Now, Acuff has set a new milestone, accomplishing something that has never been done by an NCAA men’s athlete, according […] The post Arkansas’ star Darius Acuff Jr. just accomplished something that hasn’t been done by an NCAA men’s athlete appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Danny Wolf’s rookie campaign with Nets may be cut short by ankle injury

Brooklyn Nets fans may have seen the last of rookie big man Danny Wolf this season. Wolf exited during the second quarter of Sunday’s 126-122 loss to the Sacramento Kings with what appeared to be a significant left ankle sprain. He was in pain while being helped to the locker room, and the Nets promptly […] The post Danny Wolf’s rookie campaign with Nets may be cut short by ankle injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Westwood One’s Jordan Cornette on why he loves calling NCAA Tournament games

For Jordan Cornette, life after ESPN has been good. Cornette found a new home at NBC, where he works as a men’s college basketball analyst, a courtside reporter for NBC Sports’ coverage of the NBA on NBC and Peacock, and as a host and reporter for golf. He also has a side gig as an Read more... The post Westwood One’s Jordan Cornette on why he loves calling NCAA Tournament games appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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“You think the government is telling the truth 100% of the time?” – Derrick White shares his doubts about the 1969 Moon landing – Basketball Network

“You think the government is telling the truth 100% of the time?” - Derrick White shares his doubts about the 1969 Moon landing  Basketball Network

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Ausar Thompson hilariously walks back his comment about wanting ‘the biggest thing’

Ausar Thompson immediately asked for a mulligan after dropping a quote he probably felt the internet would use against him. Just before the Detroit Pistons faced the Los Angeles Lakers at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich., on Monday, Thompson shared his thoughts on the Pistons becoming the first team in the Eastern Conference to … The post Ausar Thompson hilariously walks back his comment about wanting ‘the biggest thing’ appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jordan Seaton’s Dramatic Weight Transformation At LSU Completely Changed His Body Composition

Jordan Seaton officially enrolled at LSU at the end of January. His dramatic weight loss after just two months in Baton Rouge creates an interesting dialogue about muscle and body composition. Is it better for an offensive lineman to play lean or to be as big as possible? The Tigers will get their college football […] The post Jordan Seaton’s Dramatic Weight Transformation At LSU Completely Changed His Body Composition appeared first on BroBible.

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Stephen A. Smith checks Cam Newton for Jason Whitlock interview

Cam Newton recently made an interesting media career decision, by welcoming Stephen A. Smith’s arch nemesis Jason Whitlock onto his podcast. Whitlock joined Newton’s 4th & 1 YouTube channel last week for a lengthy interview that ultimately spent no shortage of time on Smith. And once Newton opened the door for Whitlock to talk about Read more... The post Stephen A. Smith checks Cam Newton for Jason Whitlock interview appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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March Madness Ticket Prices Hit Shocking Level In Stacked Regional

Ticket prices to the Washington, D.C. NCAA Tournament regional are insane.

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Luka Doncic hires powerful celeb attorney with star-studded clientele – including Kim K and Britney Spears – for bitter legal war with ex-fiancee

Earlier this month it was revealed that Doncic, 27, has separated from fashion and fitness model Anamaria Goltes, 28, after she filed a petition for child support and attorney fees from him.

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