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Latest update on Luka Doncic does not sound good for Lakers

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Luka Doncic does not appear to be anywhere close to returning for the Los Angeles Lakers this postseason. The Slovenian superstar has not played since suffering a hamstring injury in an April 2 regular-season contest versus the Oklahoma City Thunder. With the Lakers set to advance to the second round against the same Thunder team, … The post Latest update on Luka Doncic does not sound good for Lakers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Raptors force Game 7 on last-second winner that took the most absurd bounce

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The basketball gods have blessed the Toronto Raptors with yet another fortuitous playoff bounce off the fingertips of RJ Barrett. The Raptors trailed 110-109 in overtime with just over 10 seconds left in Game 6 of their first-round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada. With their season on the line, … The post Raptors force Game 7 on last-second winner that took the most absurd bounce appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Magic had the worst playoff half ever to lose Game 6

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The Orlando Magic became a first-ballot entrant into the Hall of Infamy on Friday for how badly they choked in Game 6 of their first-round series against the Detroit Pistons. The Magic, leading 60-38 at halftime, looked like they were 24 minutes away from celebrating a series upset in front of their home fans at … The post Magic had the worst playoff half ever to lose Game 6 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Former NBA No. 1 overall pick may be traded this summer

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One former No. 1 overall pick may be speedrunning his Anthony Bennett arc. The Atlanta Hawks could potentially trade away young forward Zaccharie Risacher this offseason, John Hollinger of The Athletic reported on Friday. Hollinger notes that Risacher “stalled out” for Atlanta this year and that “a trade can’t be ruled out” at this point. … The post Former NBA No. 1 overall pick may be traded this summer appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Victor Wembanyama has disrespectful comment about Blazers

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Victor Wembanyama is not exactly tipping his cap to the Portland Trail Blazers after seeing them off in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The San Antonio Spurs center spoke Friday about his excitement to play the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Semifinals after the Wolves beat Denver in six games. In doing … The post Victor Wembanyama has disrespectful comment about Blazers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Prosecutors decide whether DK Metcalf will be charged for incident with Lions fan

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Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf will not face criminal charges over an incident with a fan during a game in Detroit last December. The Wayne County Prosecutors Office announced May 1 that Metcalf will not be charged for his altercation with Lions fan Ryan Kennedy during a Week 16 game last December. According to … The post Prosecutors decide whether DK Metcalf will be charged for incident with Lions fan appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Chris Paul makes a laughable claim about his post after Clippers’ elimination

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Chris Paul is trying to stretch plausible deniability to its absolute limits. The retired former LA Clippers guard Paul appeared Friday on ESPN’s “The Pat McAfee Show.” During the appearance, Paul addressed the viral post that he made after the Clippers were eliminated from playoff contention this year with a play-in tournament loss to the … The post Chris Paul makes a laughable claim about his post after Clippers’ elimination appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Chris Finch reveals why Timberwolves felt disrespected by Nuggets

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Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch revealed that his team had a little extra motivation going against the Denver Nuggets during the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Finch argued that the Nuggets had targeted the Timberwolves in the playoffs by how they played out the end of the regular season. “Denver had the chance to … The post Chris Finch reveals why Timberwolves felt disrespected by Nuggets appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report: Nuggets could trade 1 All-Star player this offseason

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The Denver Nuggets may be looking at every possibility on the table after their first-round exit this year. Denver could potentially look to trade veteran guard Jamal Murray this offseason, Jason Quick and Sam Amick of The Athletic reported Friday. The report notes that Murray, the second-highest-paid player on the Nuggets roster, might be a … The post Report: Nuggets could trade 1 All-Star player this offseason appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mets publicly address Carlos Mendoza’s job status

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The New York Mets have been one of the biggest stories in baseball for all the wrong reasons, but at least for now, it will not cost manager Carlos Mendoza his job. Mets president David Stearns said Friday that the team has no plans to make a change at the manager position despite their 10-21 … The post Mets publicly address Carlos Mendoza’s job status appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jaden McDaniels takes another shot at Nuggets

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Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels is taking one last parting shot at the Denver Nuggets. McDaniels appeared on “NBA Today” Friday, one day after the Timberwolves knocked Denver out of the playoffs with a 110-98 win in the Western Conference Quarterfinals. Host Malika Andrews asked him about the budding rivalry between the two teams, but … The post Jaden McDaniels takes another shot at Nuggets appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mikal Bridges had the best response after Knicks’ Game 6 blowout

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New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges knew what the Atlanta Hawks were going through when his team was blowing them out Thursday night. The Knicks obliterated the Hawks 140-89 to close out their Eastern Conference first-round series, at one point running up a 61-point lead. Bridges was asked after the game if he had ever … The post Mikal Bridges had the best response after Knicks’ Game 6 blowout appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Chase Claypool is attempting an NFL comeback

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Chase Claypool is attempting an NFL comeback after two years out of the league. Claypool was among those trying out at Green Bay Packers camp on Friday, according to Ryan Wood of USA Today. The former Notre Dame wide receiver last played in the NFL in 2023. #Packers hosting former Notre Dame receiver Chase Claypool … The post Chase Claypool is attempting an NFL comeback appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Russell Wilson considering major decision regarding his future

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Russell Wilson’s NFL career might be about to come to an end. Wilson is “in deep discussions” to begin a television career, likely ending his time as a player, according to Andrew Marchand of The Athletic. CBS is considered the favorite to land Wilson if he goes this route. Interestingly, this news emerged just days … The post Russell Wilson considering major decision regarding his future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mitchell Robinson trolled Dyson Daniels with Instagram post after ejection

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Mitchell Robinson had a pointed question for Dyson Daniels after Thursday night’s double ejection in Game 6 of the first-round playoff series between the New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks. The tense moment unfolded in the second quarter at State Farm Arena, where the Hawks were already trailing by 49 points in what became a … The post Mitchell Robinson trolled Dyson Daniels with Instagram post after ejection appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Caitlin Clark injured after flagrant foul in Indiana return

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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark suffered an apparent ankle injury on Thursday night after a flagrant foul in her second preseason game against the Dallas Wings. Clark was returning from a groin injury that sidelined her for the final 22 regular-season games and the team’s entire playoff run last year. She had opened the contest … The post Caitlin Clark injured after flagrant foul in Indiana return appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Nikola Jokic offers harsh Nuggets reality check after playoff exit

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Following the Denver Nuggets’ first-round playoff exit to a shorthanded Minnesota Timberwolves team, Nikola Jokic delivered a refreshingly candid and brutally honest take on the state of the franchise. The three-time MVP, who powered Denver to 54 regular-season wins, cut straight to the point. “We just lost in the first round. I think we are … The post Nikola Jokic offers harsh Nuggets reality check after playoff exit appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Adley Rutschman grand slam leads to Jim Palmer first

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Adley Rutschman’s grand slam not only powered the Baltimore Orioles to a 10-3 victory over the Houston Astros but also delivered a long-awaited first for broadcaster Jim Palmer. The 80-year-old Hall of Famer had never eaten a chicken wing until Thursday afternoon. The playful bet originated more than a year earlier during a MASN telecast … The post Adley Rutschman grand slam leads to Jim Palmer first appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jalen Brunson makes shocking acknowledgement after Knicks win

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After the New York Knicks demolished the Atlanta Hawks, 140-89, in Game 6 to clinch their first-round playoff series, Jalen Brunson stepped to the podium expecting the usual basketball questions. Instead, a reporter tossed Brunson a legitimate curveball: How did he feel about Roman Reigns reclaiming the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 42 by defeating … The post Jalen Brunson makes shocking acknowledgement after Knicks win appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Everyone said the same thing after Timberwolves stunned Nuggets in Game 6

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One player was clearly the biggest winner of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ win on Thursday over the Denver Nuggets. The T-Wolves were down three of their top-scoring guards in Game 6 of their first-round series at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. But as Anthony Edwards famously touted, the home team had Jaden McDaniels. McDaniels talked a … The post Everyone said the same thing after Timberwolves stunned Nuggets in Game 6 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Makai Lemon gets blessing to use Eagles number not worn in nearly a decade

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Philadelphia Eagles rookie Makai Lemon has gotten the green light to bring back a jersey number that means a lot to the city he’s moving to. Lemon shared on Thursday that he would be wearing the No. 9 when he takes the field for the Eagles this season. The number has not been used since … The post Makai Lemon gets blessing to use Eagles number not worn in nearly a decade appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Knicks fans already taunting next opponent with 3-word chant

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New York Knicks fans were puffing their chests for good reason Thursday after the team manhandled the Atlanta Hawks to advance to the second round. The Knicks laid the smackdown on the Hawks in a 140-89 beatdown in Game 6 that broke all kinds of NBA postseason records. New York led by as many as … The post Knicks fans already taunting next opponent with 3-word chant appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Grant Hill dropped the craziest line about Joel Embiid in Game 6

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Grant Hill was dropping bars during Thursday night’s game. The retired Basketball Hall of Famer Hill was on the call for NBC during Game 6 between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers. In the third quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pa. Hill busted out the craziest line about 76ers star Joel Embiid. … The post Grant Hill dropped the craziest line about Joel Embiid in Game 6 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Grizzlies get good news on Ja Morant

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There may finally be a light at the end of the tunnel for the Memphis Grizzlies. The Grizzlies are expected to find a “wider trade market” for their disgruntled star point guard Ja Morant this offseason, veteran NBA writer Jake Fischer reported to Substack on Thursday. Fischer notes that Memphis is widely expected to resume … The post Grizzlies get good news on Ja Morant appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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