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Lakers star LeBron James, Kevin Durant share special moment after Game 6 win

The Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets proved to be more special and more memorable than injuries made it seem from the get-go; in addition to Luka Doncic’s absence for the entire series as well as Austin Reaves’ absence for the first four games, Kevin Durant could only suit up in just one outing — […] The post Lakers star LeBron James, Kevin Durant share special moment after Game 6 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Raptors fans go crazy after RJ Barrett’s Game 6 game-winner

RJ Barrett had the home crowd go insane following his game-winning shot in the Toronto Raptors’ Game 6 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night. Going into the game, Toronto trailed 3-2 in the series. They bounced back from an 0-2 start by winning Games 3 and 4 at home before falling in Game […] The post Watch Raptors fans go crazy after RJ Barrett’s Game 6 game-winner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why LeBron James had to ‘set the tone’ for Lakers in Game 6 vs. Rockets

Everything looked smooth for the Los Angeles Lakers when they took a 3-0 lead last week in their first-round series against the Houston Rockets. But then the Lakers were forced to lock in after the Rockets took two consecutive games and put them under threat of being only the fifth team in NBA history to […] The post Why LeBron James had to ‘set the tone’ for Lakers in Game 6 vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Donovan Mitchell was impressed by RJ Barrett’s Kawhi Leonard shot

The Toronto Raptors escaped Game 6 and Jurassic Park with a victory, forcing a do-or-die Game 7 back in Cleveland on Sunday. It was all thanks to a miraculous shot and bounce by Raptors forward RJ Barrett. With about four seconds remaining in overtime, Barrett’s three-point shot bounced up off the back iron about eight […] The post Donovan Mitchell was impressed by RJ Barrett’s Kawhi Leonard shot appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mitch Marner’s 2-goal effort eliminates Mammoth in Game 6

The Vegas Golden Knights are moving on to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Mitch Marner scored two goals in Game 6 against the Utah Mammoth. Utah put in a good account of themselves in this series. In the end, though, the experienced Golden Knights are moving on this year. Marner was the […] The post Mitch Marner’s 2-goal effort eliminates Mammoth in Game 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mitch Marner scores 1st Golden Knights playoff goal in Game 6 vs. Mammoth

The Vegas Golden Knights are on the brink of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Vegas has the Utah Mammoth of the ropes, and they got a massive boost on Friday night. Golden Knights star Mitch Marner announced his arrival in a big way on the game’s biggest stage. Marner scored in […] The post Mitch Marner scores 1st Golden Knights playoff goal in Game 6 vs. Mammoth appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ LeBron James has NSFW message to Father Time after Game 6 win

LeBron James made a clear statement towards Father Time following the Los Angeles Lakers’ series-clinching win over the Houston Rockets in Game 6 on Friday night. James continues to go through Year 23 of his incredible NBA career, continuing to shine as one of the best stars in the league. This postseason marked his 19th […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James has NSFW message to Father Time after Game 6 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How LeBron James, Rui Hachimura helped Lakers take down Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers have done it. After suffering two consecutive scares in closeout attempts against the Houston Rockets, the Lakers finally figured it out on Friday for Game 6, handling business against the Rockets, 98-78, to punch their ticket into the second round of the 2026 NBA playoffs in a matchup against the Oklahoma […] The post How LeBron James, Rui Hachimura helped Lakers take down Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers news: Luka Doncic gets injury timeline update for Thunder series

The Los Angeles Lakers have defeated the Houston Rockets and advanced to the second round of the NBA playoffs, where they’ll take on the Oklahoma City Thunder. Now, a lot of eyes will turn to Luka Doncic and his injury status. Doncic has been out since early April with a Grade 2 hamstring strain, coincidentally […] The post Lakers news: Luka Doncic gets injury timeline update for Thunder series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors’ RJ Barrett ‘still dreaming’ about hitting Game 6 winner in hometown

Game 6 must have been an incredibly surreal moment for RJ Barrett, as he drilled a bonkers three-pointer with one second left on the clock to give the Toronto Raptors a 112-110 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers to stave off elimination. Barrett has been one of the most beloved players on the Raptors since he […] The post Raptors’ RJ Barrett ‘still dreaming’ about hitting Game 6 winner in hometown appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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4-star CB picks Ole Miss Rebels over LSU, Texas A&M

Pete Golding and the Ole Miss Rebels landed a talented prospect in the 2027 class, seeing cornerback Taelyn Mayo commit to the program. Mayo announced his commitment to the Rebels on Friday, per On3 insider Hayes Fawcett. Hailing from Lewisville, Texas, he chose the Rebels over the LSU Tigers and the Texas A&M Aggies. Mayo […] The post 4-star CB picks Ole Miss Rebels over LSU, Texas A&M appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Alex Lyon’s dominance makes never-before-seen Sabres playoff history

The Buffalo Sabres are on to the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Buffalo has won its first playoff series since 2007. They dominated the Boston Bruins on the road in this series. And they can give a big thank you to goaltender Alex Lyon for their victory in this matchup. Lyon did […] The post Alex Lyon’s dominance makes never-before-seen Sabres playoff history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic’s Paolo Banchero has no answer to ‘very bad drought’ in Game 6

The Orlando Magic suffered a dramatic collapse in a 93-79 Game 6 loss to the Detroit Pistons in their first-round playoff series on Friday night. Magic forward Paolo Banchero finished with 17 points on 4-for-20 shooting, including 0-for-9 from three-point range, along with 10 rebounds, six assists, and two steals in 41 minutes. Coming off […] The post Magic’s Paolo Banchero has no answer to ‘very bad drought’ in Game 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic’s Jamahl Mosley admits there’s a lot to figure out before Game 7

It boggles the mind just thinking about how improbable it will be for the Orlando Magic to shake off such a disastrous Game 6 loss to the Detroit Pistons that saw them get outscored 55-19 in the second half en route to a 93-79 loss for Orlando. The Magic had such a golden opportunity to […] The post Magic’s Jamahl Mosley admits there’s a lot to figure out before Game 7 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Charlie McAvoy’s ‘not acceptable’ truth bomb after Sabres series loss

The Boston Bruins were eliminated by the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night. Some Bruins were dealing with significant pain, and it was a hard-fought matchup throughout. However, Charlie McAvoy and his team are heading home and preparing for the long offseason ahead. One sticking point throughout the series was Boston’s inability to win at home. […] The post Charlie McAvoy’s ‘not acceptable’ truth bomb after Sabres series loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors HC Darko Rajakovic’s ‘psychic’ reaction to RJ Barrett’s game-winner vs. Cavs

Without Brandon Ingram for Game 6 of their first-round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Toronto Raptors seemed to be in trouble. Down 3-2 in the series, the Raptors needed to get a win no matter what it cost to avoid seeing their season come to an end at home on Friday night. And for […] The post Raptors HC Darko Rajakovic’s ‘psychic’ reaction to RJ Barrett’s game-winner vs. Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski exits Nationals showdown with hamstring issue

The Milwaukee Brewers came away with a 6-1 victory over the Washington Nationals on Friday, but the win was tempered by Jacob Misiorowski’s early exit due to a right hamstring cramp. The 24-year-old right-hander was lights-out before leaving in the sixth inning, throwing 5⅓ hitless frames with eight strikeouts and two walks on 85 pitches, […] The post Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski exits Nationals showdown with hamstring issue appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cade Cunningham gets ‘best’ props from Duncan Robinson after Game 6 win over Magic

The Detroit Pistons pulled off a historic 24-point comeback to defeat the Orlando Magic 93-79 in Game 6 of the first round. Cade Cunningham was very much the catalyst as he led with 32 points and 10 rebounds as the Pistons forced Game 7 in Detroit on Sunday. He scored 19 points in the second […] The post Cade Cunningham gets ‘best’ props from Duncan Robinson after Game 6 win over Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bruins’ Nikita Zadorov reveals nasty injury he played through in Sabres series

The Boston Bruins are out of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs after their loss at home on Friday. The Bruins needed a win to keep their season alive, but they were unable to stop Alex Tuch and the Buffalo Sabres. It was a hard-fought series, especially for defenseman Nikita Zadorov, who battled through a significant […] The post Bruins’ Nikita Zadorov reveals nasty injury he played through in Sabres series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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JB Bickerstaff reveals how Pistons orchestrated record-breaking comeback vs. Magic

JB Bickerstaff had high remarks for his Detroit Pistons squad following their historic comeback win over the Orlando Magic in Game 6 on Friday night. Orlando boasted momentum as they led 3-1 in the series before losing Game 5. They had homecourt advantage in Game 6 and had a 60-38 lead at halftime, on pace […] The post JB Bickerstaff reveals how Pistons orchestrated record-breaking comeback vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tyrese Haliburton drops 3-word reaction to Raptors guard RJ Barrett’s game-winner vs. Cavs

Even during his long stint on the sidelines with an injury, Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton remains very much involved in matters of the NBA. On Friday night, Haliburton fired a three-word reaction to Toronto Raptors wing RJ Barrett’s game-winner in Game 6 of their first-round series, sealing a 112-110 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers […] The post Tyrese Haliburton drops 3-word reaction to Raptors guard RJ Barrett’s game-winner vs. Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cade Cunningham drops bars after comeback Game 6 win: ‘Never says die’

On Friday, the Detroit Pistons willed their way back in a big way to fend off the Orlando Magic 93-78 in Game 6 of the first round. After trailing 60-38 in the third quarter, the Pistons came all the way back from 24 points in one of the largest comebacks in recent memory. It was […] The post Cade Cunningham drops bars after comeback Game 6 win: ‘Never says die’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons’ Cade Cunningham singlehandedly outscored Magic in the 2nd half of Game 6

It looked like the Detroit Pistons were dead men walking heading into the second half of Game 6 in their first-round series against the Orlando Magic. Down 3-2 in the series, which means that a loss on Friday sees the Eastern Conference’s top-seeded team bow out to the eighth-seeded Magic, it seemed as though the […] The post Pistons’ Cade Cunningham singlehandedly outscored Magic in the 2nd half of Game 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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RJ Barrett punches Raptors’ ticket to Game 7 with OT game-winner

The Toronto Raptors live to see another day. Facing elimination on Friday night at home in their first-round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Raptors, after a back-and-forth affair that saw the game go to overtime, took a 112-110 victory over the Cavs thanks to an incredible game-winning triple from RJ Barrett. The Raptors went […] The post RJ Barrett punches Raptors’ ticket to Game 7 with OT game-winner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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