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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes NBA history as first unanimous DPOY winner

San Antonio Spurs star big man Victor Wembanyama has been named the recipient of the Hakeem Olajuwon Trophy as the 2025-26 Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year, the league announced on Monday night. San Antonio Spurs forward-center Victor Wembanyama has been named the 2025-26 Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year, earning the Hakeem […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes NBA history as first unanimous DPOY winner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Game 1 beatdown of Suns proves it’s the team to beat on repeat quest

For any non-Thunder fans hoping the OKC storm has passed, there’s a lot of bad news heading your way. The storm is apparently just getting started. If there was any lingering doubt about whether the Oklahoma City Thunder possessed the stomach for a repeat, Sunday night at Paycom Center buried them under a mountain of […] The post Thunder’s Game 1 beatdown of Suns proves it’s the team to beat on repeat quest appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Suns most to blame for Game 1 loss to Thunder in 2026 NBA Playoffs

The Phoenix Suns walked into Oklahoma City with a healthy amount of hope, star power, and postseason experience. They walked out of Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs with hard questions and a 35-point humiliation. What began as a competitive opening stretch quickly unraveled into a masterclass in defensive onslaught from the Thunder. The […] The post Suns most to blame for Game 1 loss to Thunder in 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chet Holmgren speaks out on Dillon Brooks’ pregame antics

Even before Game 1 tipped off between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Phoenix Suns in the opening round of the NBA playoffs, there was already some fireworks as there is sure to be when Dillon Brooks is involved. Dillon Brooks refused to give the ball up to Chet Holmgren before tip-off, and the officials […] The post Chet Holmgren speaks out on Dillon Brooks’ pregame antics appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dillon Brooks gets a flagrant foul for smacking Chet Holmgren in face

Dillon Brooks continued his troublemaking from the very start of the Phoenix Suns-Oklahoma City Thunder playoff series. The Suns and Thunder kicked off Game 1 of their first-round playoff series on Sunday at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. Less than five minutes into the first quarter, the Phoenix swingman Brooks received a flagrant foul … The post Dillon Brooks gets a flagrant foul for smacking Chet Holmgren in face appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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What Dillon Brooks did to Chet Holmgren minutes before flagrant 1 in Game 1 of Thunder-Suns

The Phoenix Suns and Oklahoma City Thunder kicked off their first round NBA playoff series on Sunday afternoon, but it didn’t take long for the fireworks to be lit. Less than five minutes into Game 1 between the Suns and Thunder, Dillon Brooks was hit with a flagrant foul penalty one for a shot to […] The post What Dillon Brooks did to Chet Holmgren minutes before flagrant 1 in Game 1 of Thunder-Suns appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Suns’ Dillon Brooks hit with Flagrant 1 for slapping Chet Holmgren in the face

The Phoenix Suns did what they had to do to get into the playoffs, defeating the Golden State Warriors a few days ago to clinch the No. 8 seed. Their reward was playing the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round, but from what we’ve seen all season, the Suns won’t back down from anybody. […] The post Suns’ Dillon Brooks hit with Flagrant 1 for slapping Chet Holmgren in the face appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Suns vs. Thunder 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 prediction, odds, pick

The 2026 NBA Playoffs are kicking off this weekend as we’re back with another betting prediction and pick for this upcoming Western Conference series. The Phoenix Suns take on the No. 1-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in the two franchise’s first-ever playoffs matchup. Check our NBA odds series for the Suns-Thunder prediction and pick. The Phoenix Suns survived the NBA […] The post Suns vs. Thunder 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chet Holmgren’s honest take on DPOY candidacy ahead of Thunder title defense

Amidst preparation for the defending champions’ first-round best-of-7 series, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star forward Chet Holmgren addressed his candidacy for Defensive Player of the Year and All-Defensive Team honors. In a season where Holmgren earned his first All-Star selection, alongside San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama, he is one of the odds-on favorites to win […] The post Chet Holmgren’s honest take on DPOY candidacy ahead of Thunder title defense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LeBron James declares Thunder the title favorite, but Steve Nash has some ‘nitpicks’

The NBA Playoffs are here. Most are anticipating the Oklahoma City Thunder repeating as NBA champions. They finished the season with the best record in the league at 64-18 and won their third straight 30-point game against the LA Lakers, 123-87, on April 7. Meanwhile, LeBron James has the Thunder winning outright, but his co-host on the […] The post LeBron James declares Thunder the title favorite, but Steve Nash has some ‘nitpicks’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder Coach Takes Pride In Healthy Roster Ahead of NBA Playoffs

The OKC Thunder will be defending their crown in this upcoming NBA playoffs with a healthy roster, an objective that head coach Mark Daigneault is proud of.  Following the Thunder’s final regular-season game on Sunday, Daigneault took pride in the team’s healthy and complete roster as they enter the playoffs with the top seed in […] The post Thunder Coach Takes Pride In Healthy Roster Ahead of NBA Playoffs appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Victor Wembanyama Laughs Off Chet Holmgren Getting DPOY Votes

Superstar center Victor Wembanyama had an interesting reaction when asked about other players, like rival Chet Holmgren, getting Defensive Player of the Year votes over him. Wembanyama is the massive favorite and nearly guaranteed to win the award after he recently played his 65th game to officially qualify. A reporter asked Wemby about the potential […] The post Victor Wembanyama Laughs Off Chet Holmgren Getting DPOY Votes appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Victor Wembanyama has bold take on his DPOY odds

Victor Wembanyama is not modest about his expectations for an end-of-season award haul. The San Antonio Spurs center was asked if he would be surprised if he did not win Defensive Player of the Year honors unanimously at the end of the season, and Wembanyama did not mince words. “Yes, I would,” Wembanyama said. “Yes, … The post Victor Wembanyama has bold take on his DPOY odds appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bill Simmons makes wild Thunder-Brandin Podziemski take

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is favored to win his second straight MVP Award, and he will also be favored to win his second straight NBA Finals MVP Award when the playoffs begin. If the superstar guard validates those odds, he could become the consensus best player in the world today. Despite all the praise Gilgeous -Alexander is […] The post Bill Simmons makes wild Thunder-Brandin Podziemski take appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Chet Holmgren keeps insane streak dating back to high school alive

After All-Star Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder clinched the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference standings, he continued an absurd streak that dates back to his high school days. Holmgren’s 30 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, and four blocks led the Thunder to a 128-110 blowout win against the LA Clippers on […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren keeps insane streak dating back to high school alive appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wild Chet Holmgren stat emerges after Thunder clinch No. 1 seed

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 128-110 on Wednesday at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, Calif. In doing so, the Thunder have locked up the top seed in the Western Conference and the best overall record in the NBA for the second straight season. The defending NBA champions are rolling heading … The post Wild Chet Holmgren stat emerges after Thunder clinch No. 1 seed appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Victor Wembanyama Spurs, Receive Disappointing Update on Wednesday

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs received unwanted news on Wednesday as their young star remained sidelined.  The 22-year-old Frenchman has pushed the franchise back into true contention with rapid growth and steady dominance. Wembanyama has served as a complete game-changer on ...

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