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Why Celtics’ Jayson Tatum doesn’t care about ‘outside noise’ after Game 2 loss to 76ers

The Boston Celtics ran out of steam against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 2 and absorbed a double-digit loss, 111-97, in their first-round matchup in the playoffs at TD Garden on Tuesday. The 76ers sealed the series-tying victory with an 11-0 blitz in the last four minutes, dousing cold water on the Celtics’ late surge. […] The post Why Celtics’ Jayson Tatum doesn’t care about ‘outside noise’ after Game 2 loss to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Keldon Johnson is confident Spurs will bounce back in Game 3 vs. Blazers

After Victor Wembanyama slammed his chin hard on the Frost Bank Center hardwood, the San Antonio Spurs had to ward off a defiant Portland Trail Blazers team and prevent them from stealing a game at home in their 2026 NBA playoffs first-round matchup. While the Spurs did a good job of holding a lead, even […] The post Why Keldon Johnson is confident Spurs will bounce back in Game 3 vs. Blazers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ Tyrese Maxey reveals Kyle Lowry’s unseen impact on Game 2 win over Boston

Kyle Lowry is not seeing much action for the Philadelphia 76ers, but that’s not stopping him from making an impact on the team. Sixers star guard Tyrese Maxey attested to that following Philadelphia’s huge 111-97 win over the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of a first-round playoff matchup at TD Garden in Boston on Tuesday […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey reveals Kyle Lowry’s unseen impact on Game 2 win over Boston appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 Celtics most to blame for ugly Game 2 loss to 76ers

The Boston Celtics Game 2 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night wasn’t defined by a single collapse so much as a failure of its most important levers. The Celtics didn’t lose control of this game because of one cold stretch or an unlucky bounce, they lost because their top initiator failed to impose […] The post 3 Celtics most to blame for ugly Game 2 loss to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blazers’ Tiago Splitter gives ‘committed’ Scoot Henderson flowers for huge Game 2 vs. Spurs

Not many fans gave the Portland Trail Blazers much of a chance in their first-round matchup against the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA playoffs. But the stars aligned for the Blazers on Tuesday and they evened up the series at 1-1 after overturning a 13-point deficit with less than eight minutes to go […] The post Blazers’ Tiago Splitter gives ‘committed’ Scoot Henderson flowers for huge Game 2 vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Avalanche fans celebrate so hard they shatter glass behind Kings’ bench

The Colorado Avalanche tallied a franchise-best 121 points with a 55-16-11 record this season. The only time the Avs won more games in a single campaign was when they claimed their most recent Stanley Cup championship. So, one can only imagine how boisterous the home crowd was in Ball Arena. Add in a potentially game-saving […] The post Avalanche fans celebrate so hard they shatter glass behind Kings’ bench appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Liberty’s Sabrina Ionescu opens up about Chris DeMarco’s unique system

Sabrina Ionescu recently re-signed with the New York Liberty on a multi-year contract, underscoring her loyalty and eagerness to bring a second title to the Big Apple. Helping her achieve it is first-year coach Chris DeMarco, who replaced Sandy Brondello in November. It was a surprise move by the Liberty, considering Brondello just steered the […] The post Liberty’s Sabrina Ionescu opens up about Chris DeMarco’s unique system appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Devin Vassell drops ‘next man up’ declaration after Game 2 Victor Wembanyama injury

The San Antonio Spurs were rolling until the air left the Frost Bank Center. Victor Wembanyama, the face of the franchise, hit the hardwood hard in the second quarter of Tuesday’s Game 2 clash against the Portland Trail Blazers. The diagnosis, a concussion, ended his night and threw a massive wrench into San Antonio’s playoff […] The post Spurs’ Devin Vassell drops ‘next man up’ declaration after Game 2 Victor Wembanyama injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Shohei Ohtani ties all-time Dodgers streak with improbable hit vs. Giants

Shohei Ohtani keeps his incredible streak alive. With his single in the seventh inning of Tuesday night’s game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Ohtani extended his on-base streak to 53 games. That ties the Los Angeles Dodgers record with Shawn Green, per Bill Shaikin […] The post Shohei Ohtani ties all-time Dodgers streak with improbable hit vs. Giants appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockets’ Kevin Durant joins elite NBA company with 5,000th career playoff point

After much uncertainty, Kevin Durant was able to suit up for the Houston Rockets in Game 2 of their 2026 NBA playoffs first-round clash against the Los Angeles Lakers. A knee injury ruled Durant out minutes before tip-off in their Game 1 loss to the Lakers, but his return for Game 2 is auspicious for […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant joins elite NBA company with 5,000th career playoff point appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton flexes power with bonkers comment on HR vs. Red Sox

On Tuesday night, the New York Yankees maintained their impressive performance, combining elite pitching with a robust offensive display to secure a decisive victory over the Boston Red Sox. Giancarlo Stanton spearheaded the win, showcasing both his production and personality in a rivalry setting at Fenway Park. Facing Boston on the road in the opener […] The post Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton flexes power with bonkers comment on HR vs. Red Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Insider says Warriors rebuild is clear in theory, tough in reality

After losing in the final game of the NBA Play-In, the Golden State Warriors are left at a crossroads. The tail end of the season was marred by significant time missed by both Jimmy Butler and Steph Curry due to injury, and the Warriors’ future, as currently constructed, is uncertain. While Golden State still wants […] The post Insider says Warriors rebuild is clear in theory, tough in reality appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Lakers’ Luka Doncic receive 2025-26 NBA scoring title trophy

The Los Angeles Lakers looked to take a 2-0 lead as they hosted the Houston Rockets in Game 2 of their first-round clash at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. Like in Game 1, Lakers superstar Luka Doncic was on hand to cheer for his teammates. He is still recovering from a hamstring injury. A few minutes […] The post Watch Lakers’ Luka Doncic receive 2025-26 NBA scoring title trophy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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When Blazers’ Scoot Henderson knew he was in for a huge game vs. Spurs

Scoot Henderson is breaking out on the grand postseason stage. On Tuesday night, Henderson had perhaps his best game yet as a professional, leading the Portland Trail Blazers in scoring with 31 points on 11-17 shooting from the field to score an upset victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 2 of their 2026 […] The post When Blazers’ Scoot Henderson knew he was in for a huge game vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Pedro Martinez did not mince words after NY’s latest collapse

This season has been an abject horror for the New York Mets. They started off fine, going 7-4 in the first 11 games of the season. Nothing to write home about, but it builds a good buffer for them to heat up later on in the year. Surely, the team would continue at this slow […] The post Mets’ Pedro Martinez did not mince words after NY’s latest collapse appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blazers’ Scoot Henderson getting all the praise with Game 2 takeover vs. Spurs

The biggest star inside the Frost Bank Center was forced to leave Tuesday night’s playoff game after suffering a concussion in the first half, but perhaps a new one was born just a couple hours later. Although Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson missed most of what many considered to be a pivotal season in […] The post Blazers’ Scoot Henderson getting all the praise with Game 2 takeover vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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VJ Edgecombe makes NBA history in Game 2 win vs. Celtics

Without star center Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76es are going to need all hands on deck for their NBA playoff series against Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and the Boston Celtics. Fortunately they got a historic performance in Game 2 of their first round playoff series. The Sixers started the game with Tyrese Maxey and VJ […] The post VJ Edgecombe makes NBA history in Game 2 win vs. Celtics appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch White Sox rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami blasts homer for 4th straight game

The Chicago White Sox continue to generate league-wide attention as rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami powers through a historic early-season stretch. The former NPB superstar’s consistent production has quickly made him one of the most compelling storylines in the early MLB season. Murakami delivered again Tuesday night, extending his home run streak to four consecutive games. […] The post Watch White Sox rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami blasts homer for 4th straight game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ VJ Edgecombe breaks Magic Johnson’s record in huge Game 2 equalizer

VJ Edgecombe has been every bit as good as advertised for the Philadelphia 76ers after they drafted him with the third overall selection in the 2025 NBA Draft. Edgecombe slotted into the 76ers’ starting lineup since day one, and he’ll certainly be a fixture for years to come — especially if he keeps on having […] The post 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe breaks Magic Johnson’s record in huge Game 2 equalizer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brandon Hagel makes Lightning history with ultra-rare feat vs. Canadiens

The small but mighty Brandon Hagel did it all for the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 2 of their first-round series against the Montreal Canadiens. It started with him getting the first goal of the game, which led to him one-punching Juraj Slafkovsky to get the home crowd back into the game when the Canadiens […] The post Brandon Hagel makes Lightning history with ultra-rare feat vs. Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockets’ Kevin Durant looks 100 percent on perfect pull up 3

The Houston Rockets knew they were in trouble after a lackluster Game 1, but having Kevin Durant back in the lineup changes everything. After missing the series opener with a nagging knee contusion, Durant returned for Game 2 on Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena and looked every bit like the superstar the Rockets need to […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant looks 100 percent on perfect pull up 3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder teammates remind everyone that Jalen Williams’ best has yet to come

OKLAHOMA CITY — Jalen Williams warned a group of Oklahoma City Thunder reporters days before the defending champions’ first-round series opener against the Phoenix Suns. After taking a 1-0 lead off a 119-84 win over the Suns, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander didn’t hold back on Williams and his importance to the Thunder’s title defense. However, Williams’ reminder […] The post Thunder teammates remind everyone that Jalen Williams’ best has yet to come appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Baylor losing 17.8 PPG star to transfer portal

Baylor saw its six-year appearance streak in the NCAA Tournament end this season after stumbling to a 17-17 record, including winning just six games in the Big 12. It was the Bears’ worst finish since their 15-16 record in the 2006-2007 season. Tounde Yessoufo, however, was a bright spot in his first year at Baylor, […] The post Baylor losing 17.8 PPG star to transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Victor Wembanyama gets injury diagnosis after hitting head on the floor

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs had an ugly night on Tuesday. Apart from suffering a 106-103 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 2 of their first-round matchup at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, the Spurs are also seemingly facing the possibility of not having Wembanyama for at least a game. […] The post Victor Wembanyama gets injury diagnosis after hitting head on the floor appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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