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Chandler Parsons calls out new Blazers owner for stingy cost-cutting rules

The Portland Trail Blazers’ new ownership group is facing mounting criticism after reports of strict cost-cutting measures, with former NBA player Chandler Parsons publicly calling out the approach. Parsons reacted on X, formerly known as Twitter, after details of the reported policies surfaced. “how to never get a free agent” The criticism follows reporting from […] The post Chandler Parsons calls out new Blazers owner for stingy cost-cutting rules appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Epic stat highlights Timberwolves star Rudy Gobert’s DPOY snub

The Minnesota Timberwolves got even in their series against the Denver Nuggets on Monday evening with a narrow road win in comeback fashion. This game was a back and forth contest throughout, but ultimately, the Timberwolves’ defense ended up taking things over down the stretch and tying up the series at 1-1. Rudy Gobert has […] The post Epic stat highlights Timberwolves star Rudy Gobert’s DPOY snub appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rudy Gobert called out awards voters after shutting down Nikola Jokic

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert had some words for the media after what he felt was his snub in Defensive Player of the Year consideration. Gobert was not named one of the top three finalists for the award this season, which he has won four times in his career. He responded with a statement defensive … The post Rudy Gobert called out awards voters after shutting down Nikola Jokic appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bill Simmons calls out the Spurs over playoff ‘gimmicks’

Bill Simmons was all red about the San Antonio Spurs’ colorful home setup in Game 1 of their first-round series against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Using the “Fiesta” theme, the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, was adorned with vibrant colors to welcome the Spurs’ return to playoff basketball for the first … The post Bill Simmons calls out the Spurs over playoff ‘gimmicks’ appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Portland Trail Blazers vs San Antonio Spurs Prediction, Injury Reports and Starting Lineups Tonight (April 21) | Game 2, 2026 NBA Playoffs

Portland Trail Blazers vs San Antonio Spurs Prediction, Injury Reports and More for Game 2 on April 21 | 2026 NBA Playoffs

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Victor Wembanyama Reacts to DPOY Win While Highlighting Biggest Challenge Along the Way

Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs just became the first unanimous winner of the prestigious Defensive Player of the Year award in NBA history. And he shared his struggle before finally taking home the hardware.

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Blazers vs. Spurs 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 2 prediction, odds, pick

The 2026 NBA Playoffs continue to roll as we’re back with another betting prediction and pick for this next Western Conference series. The Portland Trail Blazers take on the San Antonio Spurs, the Spurs leading the series 1-0. Check our NBA Playoffs odds series for the Blazers-Spurs prediction and pick. The San Antonio Spurs secured a 111-98 Game […] The post Blazers vs. Spurs 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 2 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Joe Mazzulla doubles down on his smear campaign against Coach of the Year Award

Joe Mazzulla continues to rag on the NBA Coach of the Year Award any chance he gets. The Celtics head coach was named one of three finalists for the 2025-26 Coach of the Year award over the weekend. It’s an honor that virtually all of his peers would embrace and celebrate, but one that Mazzulla … The post Joe Mazzulla doubles down on his smear campaign against Coach of the Year Award appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bill Simmons flip-flops on NBA awards picks: ‘I feel not awesome about it’

Few people in sports media take NBA awards voting as seriously as Bill Simmons. The Sports Guy came up in the industry primarily as a basketball writer, obsessing over the minutiae of the league and turning its eccentricities into national storylines. Even now that he is no longer on ESPN’s NBA studio coverage or penning…

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Victor Wembanyama reveals ‘real struggle’ in DPOY season

To virtually no one’s surprise, Victor Wembanyama was awarded the Defensive Player of the Year. The first time in NBA history, a player won that honor unanimously. Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs are up 1-0 over the Portland Trail Blazers in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. A game in which Wembanyama scored 35 […] The post Victor Wembanyama reveals ‘real struggle’ in DPOY season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Victor Wembanyama Becomes First Unanimous DPOY in NBA History

Victor Wembanyama is no stranger to breaking records, and he now stands alone in NBA history with his latest achievement.On Monday, the San Antonio Spurs star was voted the 2025-26 Defensive Player of the Year. He is the first unanimous winner of the award in NBA history.Wembanyama, who led the league in each of his […] The post Victor Wembanyama Becomes First Unanimous DPOY in NBA History appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Victor Wembanyama makes more NBA history with latest award

San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama is really living up to his “Alien” nickname. On Sunday, Wembanyama led the Spurs to a 111-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 1 of the Western Conference quarterfinals round. Wembanyama scored 35 points, the most ever in a playoff debut for a Spurs player in franchise … The post Victor Wembanyama makes more NBA history with latest award appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes NBA history as first unanimous DPOY winner

San Antonio Spurs star big man Victor Wembanyama has been named the recipient of the Hakeem Olajuwon Trophy as the 2025-26 Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year, the league announced on Monday night. San Antonio Spurs forward-center Victor Wembanyama has been named the 2025-26 Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year, earning the Hakeem […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes NBA history as first unanimous DPOY winner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bill Simmons rips Spurs’ color-coordinated arena: ‘It’s not time for gimmicks’

Just about every single person watching the San Antonio Spurs put the beatdown on the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 1 of their first-round series on Sunday came away with two reactions: holy sh*t, Victor Wembanyama is good, and holy sh*t, the color-coordination in the arena is the coolest thing ever. Every single person, that…

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