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Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns reveals why he went quiet in 4th quarter vs. Hawks

The New York Knicks suffered a costly setback in Game 2 vs. the Atlanta Hawks, falling 107-106 after a late collapse that evened the series at 1-1 on Monday night. Karl-Anthony Towns’ quiet fourth quarter emerged as a defining storyline, raising questions about New York’s late-game execution. The loss stings given how firmly the Knicks […] The post Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns reveals why he went quiet in 4th quarter vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns gets marching orders from Mike Brown after Game 2 loss

On Monday night, the New York Knicks blew an opportunity to take a 2-0 series lead in their first-round matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, as they let a 12-point lead heading into the fourth quarter slip away en route to suffering a 107-106 defeat. While there were plenty of issues for the Knicks to look […] The post Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns gets marching orders from Mike Brown after Game 2 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ Jalen Brunson takes blame for ‘poor decision-making’ in Game 2 loss to Hawks

The New York Knicks suffered a cruel loss to the Atlanta Hawks, 107-106, in Game 2 of their first-round series in the playoffs on Monday at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks held a 12-point lead entering the fourth quarter, but they allowed the Hawks to claw back and tie the best-of-seven matchup at 1-1. Jalen […] The post Knicks’ Jalen Brunson takes blame for ‘poor decision-making’ in Game 2 loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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RJ Barrett has huge praise for Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell, James Harden: ‘They’re a problem’

RJ Barrett didn’t hold back on what the Toronto Raptors have to do about Donovan Mitchell and James Harden following their Game 2 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night. Toronto finds itself in a tough spot after two games in the first-round series. The squad lost the opening pair of contests on the […] The post RJ Barrett has huge praise for Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell, James Harden: ‘They’re a problem’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Phillies star Bryce Harper gets candid on another lopsided loss to Cubs

The Philadelphia Phillies continue to search for answers as a frustrating stretch deepens, with Bryce Harper’s postgame comments underscoring the team’s growing urgency. Philadelphia dropped another game Monday, falling 5-1 to the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, extending a skid that is quickly shaping the early-season narrative. The Phillies now sit at 8-14 after losing […] The post Phillies star Bryce Harper gets candid on another lopsided loss to Cubs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors’ RJ Barrett stops short of getting fined with Game 2 take vs. Cavaliers

After suffering two losses to start off their journey in the 2026 NBA playoffs, some frustration is understandable for the Toronto Raptors. Following their 115-105 defeat to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 2 of their first-round matchup, the Raptors have plenty of soul-searching to do, especially with Brandon Ingram suffering one of the worst performances […] The post Raptors’ RJ Barrett stops short of getting fined with Game 2 take vs. Cavaliers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hawks’ CJ McCollum pushes back on villain aura after torching Knicks in Game 2

Is CJ McCollum turning into a villain? The Atlanta Hawks-New York Knicks series seems to be bringing out that side of the guard. The naturally hostile New York crowd and McCollum’s earlier comments make it look like the guard is leaning more into his villainous tendencies and whatnot. If you ask McCollum, though, he would […] The post Hawks’ CJ McCollum pushes back on villain aura after torching Knicks in Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mike Brown laments glaring Game 2 issue that doomed Knicks vs. Hawks

The New York Knicks missed a golden opportunity to take a 2-0 series lead in their first-round matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, as they let a 12-point lead heading into the fourth quarter of Game 2 slip en route to a 107-106 defeat on Monday night. In the end, the Knicks still had an opportunity […] The post Mike Brown laments glaring Game 2 issue that doomed Knicks vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Damian Lillard fires huge reaction to Hawk’s SG CJ McCollum’s wild MSG takeover

Madison Square Garden has a way of turning stars into villains or legends, and on Monday night, CJ McCollum chose legend. The Atlanta Hawks veteran orchestrated a stunning fourth-quarter comeback to edge the New York Knicks 107-106, tying their Eastern Conference first-round series at 1-1 and silencing a rowdy New York crowd. McCollum dominated the […] The post Damian Lillard fires huge reaction to Hawk’s SG CJ McCollum’s wild MSG takeover appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nuggets’ Jamal Murray dazzles with halftime buzzer-beater vs. Timberwolves

Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets looked to take a 2-0 lead in the first round of the playoffs as they hosted the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena in Game 2 on Monday. Murray was sensational in Game 1. So far, he has been even more fantastic in Game 2, dropping 23 points, including five […] The post Nuggets’ Jamal Murray dazzles with halftime buzzer-beater vs. Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hurricanes’ Jordan Martinook caps chaotic Game 2 vs. Senators with 2OT winner

When it was all said and done in the wild Game 2 showdown in the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs between the Ottawa Senators and the Carolina Hurricanes, it was the home team that came away with the victory. The Hurricanes ended the marathon Game 2 at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, North Carolina, with a Jordan […] The post Hurricanes’ Jordan Martinook caps chaotic Game 2 vs. Senators with 2OT winner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 Knicks most to blame for brutal Game 2 collapse to Hawks

The New York Knicks’ collapse in Game 2 vs. the Atlanta Hawks stunned Madison Square Garden and abruptly flipped the early momentum of the series. In a 107–106 playoff loss Monday, fans watched a controlled, disciplined performance unravel in the final minutes. What should have been a commanding win instead became a case study in […] The post 3 Knicks most to blame for brutal Game 2 collapse to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LSU’s Zavion Thomas reveals deep familial Saints fandom before 2026 NFL Draft

The 2026 NFL Draft is just around the corner, and for Louisiana State University wide receiver Zavion Thomas, the possibility of staying home is becoming a very real, and potentially very wet reality. Thomas recently took a Top 30 visit to the New Orleans Saints, a franchise that holds a legendary status in his household. […] The post LSU’s Zavion Thomas reveals deep familial Saints fandom before 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hawks’ CJ McCollum has become the ‘new’ Trae Young for angry Knicks fans

A few years ago, the Atlanta Hawks had a villain on their roster. Star point guard Trae Young had a knack for getting under the skin of other teams’ fans. No fanbase hated Young more than the New York Knicks. In what became Young’s signature moment, the former Hawks guard traumatized Knicks fans with his […] The post Hawks’ CJ McCollum has become the ‘new’ Trae Young for angry Knicks fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo drops a cryptic follow-up to ‘Thank you’ message

The coming weeks will be very critical for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks as they try to find a win-win situation for both camps following a forgettable season. The Bucks are open to listening again to trade offers for Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP has sent mixed signals about his future in Milwaukee, but on […] The post Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo drops a cryptic follow-up to ‘Thank you’ message appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Adam Schefter could see Chiefs draft Travis Kelce’s successor at No. 9

With two selections in the first 29 picks of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Kansas City Chiefs have a chance to seriously upgrade their roster as they look to get back to the Super Bowl with a healthy Patrick Mahomes under center. On paper, the Chiefs could use support at multiple positions across both sides […] The post Adam Schefter could see Chiefs draft Travis Kelce’s successor at No. 9 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors’ Darko Rajaković defends Brandon Ingram after rough Game 2 showing

Following the Toronto Raptors’ loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of their first-round matchup, Brandon Ingram became the center of attention when he pointed out his lack of touches late in their 126-113 defeat. In Game 2, the Raptors definitely made a more concerted effort to find him, only for that gameplan of […] The post Raptors’ Darko Rajaković defends Brandon Ingram after rough Game 2 showing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Penguins’ veteran Erik Karlsson identifies who to blame for 2-0 Flyers series deficit

The Pittsburgh Penguins felt like they had the perfect mix to do something special this postseason. Time is running short for the trio of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang to go on one more Stanley Cup run together. Getting home-ice advantage heading into the postseason was a massive victory for a team that […] The post Penguins’ veteran Erik Karlsson identifies who to blame for 2-0 Flyers series deficit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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John Lynch makes eye-opening statement about 49ers using AI in 2026 NFL Draft prep

As the hours tick by until the start of the 2026 NFL Draft, all 32 teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, are looking for some small edge to put themselves in the best position to succeed. For some, that might be a scout being a friend of a friend of a small position player about […] The post John Lynch makes eye-opening statement about 49ers using AI in 2026 NFL Draft prep appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NFL rumors: Adam Schefter sets firm draft floor on Jeremiyah Love

Everything is set for the much-anticipated NFL Draft on Thursday at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. Well, everything except the landing spots of the blue-chip prospects. Among them is Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, who is widely projected as a top-10 pick. He is being linked to the Arizona Cardinals at No. 3, the Tennessee […] The post NFL rumors: Adam Schefter sets firm draft floor on Jeremiyah Love appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rival GM’s NFL Draft take makes Bengals’ Dexter Lawrence trade a home run

The Cincinnati Bengals’ trade for Dexter Lawrence is being scrutinized heavily by fans and analysts. On one hand, Cincinnati was able to get their hands on one of the best defensive players in the league, adding a key piece to a defense that was one of the worst units last year. On the other hand, […] The post Rival GM’s NFL Draft take makes Bengals’ Dexter Lawrence trade a home run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Tampa Bay Lightning are not the type of team that is going to capitulate just because they have fallen behind in a playoff series. Losing the opening game of their first-round series to the Montreal Canadiens is not going to bother head coach Jon Cooper’s veteran team — but it will annoy them. The […] The post Lightning’s fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift wedding to have ‘high-stakes security’

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are not playing around when it comes to protecting themselves and their guests at their upcoming wedding. The couple who got engaged last summer will reportedly get married in July in New York City, but according to a source per US Sun, it will be impossible to get a sneak […] The post Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift wedding to have ‘high-stakes security’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jason Dickinson, Kasperi Kapanen double-down with back-to-back Oilers goals

The Edmonton Oilers are always a threat to challenge for the Stanley Cup once the playoffs roll around, despite how they may look during the season. The team has persevered through bad trades, injuries to a superstar, and poor goaltending to grab the second seed in the Pacific Division and face the Anaheim Ducks in […] The post Jason Dickinson, Kasperi Kapanen double-down with back-to-back Oilers goals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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