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"This is the most challenged I've ever seen Nikola play" – Austin Rivers was stunned by Nikola Jokic’s numbers despite tough series – Basketball Network
"This is the most challenged I've ever seen Nikola play" - Austin Rivers was stunned by Nikola Jokic’s numbers despite tough series Basketball Network
Austin Reaves opens up on tough 4 weeks before Game 5 return
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers received a huge boost before Game 5 of their opening round playoff series against the Houston Rockets with Austin Reaves cleared to make his return from injury. The ending didn’t go so well for the Lakers as they fell, 99-93, and will now have to travel to Houston […] The post Austin Reaves opens up on tough 4 weeks before Game 5 return appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Why the Pistons are stuck with Jalen Duren despite his NBA Playoffs failure
The sky was and still is the limit for the 22-year-old center, but the Orlando Magic have spoiled any goodwill Jalen Duren built up in the regular season. The Magic have Duren circled in their game plan and have made him play like Samson without
Anthony Edwards AE 3 Leaked: First Look at Adidas’ Next Basketball Sneaker
Anthony Edwards and Adidas just teased the AE 3. Here’s a first look at the new model and expected release timing, and why the AE line keeps winning on court.
‘CREATING OFFENSE,’ ‘Truly Belongs’ — NBA World Reacts to Bronny James’ Performance in Lakers-Rockets Game 4
Bronny James continues to make an offensive impact in the Lakers' Game 4 loss to Houston, garnering praise.
Sophie Cunningham Has Five Words for Caitlin Clark After WNBA Preseason Game
Caitlin Clark said the Fever are really "fortunate" to have Sophie Cunningham.
Nick Young reveals why Anthony Edwards is the best all-around player
Nick Young didn’t hesitate when the conversation turned to Anthony Edwards, even as the Minnesota Timberwolves star picked apart his own performance. Edwards finished Game 2 against the Denver Nuggets with 30 points and 10 rebounds, helping fuel a comeback win, per BleacherReport. Still, he showed little satisfaction afterward, calling his stat line “sh-t’s a-s” […] The post Nick Young reveals why Anthony Edwards is the best all-around player appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Magic’s Jalen Suggs awards Paolo Banchero Playmaker Chain for dominant win over Hornets
Paolo Banchero did not cover himself in glory at all with the way he performed for the Orlando Magic in their disappointing loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in the 7/8 play-in tournament game back on Wednesday. He was clowned for not meeting the standards for how a superstar must perform in such a crucial game, […] The post Magic’s Jalen Suggs awards Paolo Banchero Playmaker Chain for dominant win over Hornets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Cooper Flagg Teases Future Rivalry With Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs
Cooper Flagg is already eyeing a showdown with Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs, teasing what could become the NBA’s next big rivalry.
Detroit Pistons Make Final Decision on Isaiah Stewart vs Hornets
As the Detroit Pistons‘ 2025-2026 NBA season reaches the final phase of the regular season, they are doing what they can to get some of their recovering players in the best shape possible before the playoffs. Isaiah Stewart falls on that list, as he spent a large chunk of the final stretch sidelined due to […] The post Detroit Pistons Make Final Decision on Isaiah Stewart vs Hornets appeared first on Heavy Sports.
If Angel Reese Is So Good, Why Did The Chicago Sky Trade Her To Atlanta?
Chicago’s decision to trade Angel Reese to Atlanta for two future first-rounders fuels questions about whether her hype matches her efficiency and what the move signals about how teams value her.
Steve Kerr Makes Bold Statement After Steph Curry’s Return In Rockets-Warriors Game
On Sunday evening, the Golden State Warriors hosted the Houston Rockets at the Chase Center in San Francisco. The Warriors lost by a score of 117-116. That said, there was a lot of hope for the Warriors, as Steph Curry made his return to action for the first time since January. He finished with 29 […] The post Steve Kerr Makes Bold Statement After Steph Curry’s Return In Rockets-Warriors Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Air Jordan 17 Low 'Black' Is Getting Two Premium Releases in 2026
The AJ17 Low Black Patent drops August 8 at $250 and the Black Pack drops November 7 at $240. Jazz-inspired design, briefcase packaging, NBHD distribution.
Fans dunk on Lakers during embarrassing first-half rout vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers’ Thursday night clash against the Oklahoma City Thunder on primetime national television garnered plenty of hype, as this was a meeting between two of the hottest teams in the association. But the Lakers, yet again, have fallen flat on their face in a matchup against the reigning champion. Due to carelessness […] The post Fans dunk on Lakers during embarrassing first-half rout vs. Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lakers’ Rui Hachimura casually confesses he forgot Anthony Davis was traded to Wizards
Rui Hachimura admitted he had a moment of surprise during the Los Angeles Lakers 120–101 win over the Washington Wizards on Monday night, revealing he briefly forgot that former teammate Anthony Davis had been traded to Washington. Hachimura shared the moment during his postgame media availability, as captured by Daniel Starkand of Lakers Nation on […] The post Lakers’ Rui Hachimura casually confesses he forgot Anthony Davis was traded to Wizards appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Anthony Edwards Breaks Silence on Unusual Reason for Not Starting vs. Mavericks
Anthony Edwards reveals he missed the Minnesota Timberwolves starting lineup vs Dallas Mavericks due to a bathroom break, ending his 421-game start streak.
Lakers' JJ Redick Had No Words for LeBron James on Monday
No Luka Doncic, no problem for the Los Angeles Lakers. With the six-time All-Star serving a one-game suspension after accumulating 16 technical fouls throughout the regular season, it was LeBron James who led the charge for L.A. James went off on Monday night to lead the Lakers to a convincing ...
Ziaire Williams making strong case to be part of Nets’ rebuild
What’s crystal clear is the young forward is playing the best basketball of his career and making his case to stick around as part of the franchise's rebuild.
Magic had one of the worst stretches of NBA basketball ever
The Orlando Magic on Sunday submitted their official entry into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Infamy with their atrocious stretch against the Toronto Raptors. The Magic took a 20-16 lead over the Raptors midway through the first quarter at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada. A pair of free throws with 5:17 left in the period … The post Magic had one of the worst stretches of NBA basketball ever appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Cam Thomas’ agent reveals reason for Bucks’ decision to waive former Nets guard
The Milwaukee Bucks stunned many NBA fans with their decision to waive Cam Thomas just six weeks after signing him. After being waived by the Brooklyn Nets at the trade deadline, Thomas got off to a hot start with the Bucks. However, he fell out of Doc Rivers’ rotation and was later cut, allowing Milwaukee […] The post Cam Thomas’ agent reveals reason for Bucks’ decision to waive former Nets guard appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bronny James gets shoutout from LeBron after huge game
Bronny James put together a huge game in the G League on Saturday, and it earned him a shoutout from his father. Bronny poured in a season-high 26 points for the South Bay Lakers to go with seven rebounds, five assists, and a steal in his team’s 140-132 win over the Sioux Falls Skyforce. The … The post Bronny James gets shoutout from LeBron after huge game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Kawhi Leonard’s Clippers Teammate Makes Strong Claim About His Best Stretch Ever
A former teammate of Kawhi Leonard publicly declared that Leonard is experiencing the best stretch of his NBA career.
LeBron James Drops Five-Word Reaction After Bronny James’ Career-High G-League Game
LeBron James was overwhelmed with excitement and quickly shared his reaction after Bronny James' career-best performance in G-League.