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Victor Wembanyama makes unwanted Spurs history in Game 1 debacle vs. Timberwolves

Victor Wembanyama was the center of attraction when the San Antonio Spurs hosted the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of their second-round series in the playoffs at Frost Bank Center on Monday. Although they lost, 104-102, Wembanyama displayed why he was the unanimous choice for Defensive Player of the Year, as he finished with a […] The post Victor Wembanyama makes unwanted Spurs history in Game 1 debacle vs. Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brittney Griner had a vulgar response to retirement talks

Brittney Griner doesn’t feel that her time in the WNBA is done.  The new Connecticut Sun center had some choice words when she addressed the noise, connecting her to retirement. During halftime of Sunday’s WNBA preseason game between the Connecticut Sun and the New York Liberty at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., the … The post Brittney Griner had a vulgar response to retirement talks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Warriors’ Draymond Green pushes back on Steve Kerr’s ‘never forgive him’ remark

It is not a secret that Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green and coach Steve Kerr have repeatedly clashed, sometimes even in full display. Green has never been afraid to speak his mind, while Kerr is not one to back down easily either. But at the end of the day, both have always acknowledged that […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green pushes back on Steve Kerr’s ‘never forgive him’ remark appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Charles Barkley Says Scottie Barnes Is Better Than Evan Mobley

NBA personality Charles Barkley went out of his way to both praise Scottie Barnes and take a shot at Evan Mobley ahead of tonight’s game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors. Barnes has been a tremendous top star for Toronto this postseason to shockingly tie the first-round series where they entered as huge underdogs. […] The post Charles Barkley Says Scottie Barnes Is Better Than Evan Mobley appeared first on HEAVY.

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Shaq had the highest praise possible for Victor Wembanyama

Shaquille O’Neal is notoriously tough on NBA big men, but he had the highest possible praise for Victor Wembanyama on Tuesday. O’Neal said on “Inside the NBA” Tuesday that Wembanyama is “the first perfect big man,” citing his ability to do virtually anything on the court. “I think Wemby is the first perfect big man … The post Shaq had the highest praise possible for Victor Wembanyama appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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What Wizards star Anthony Davis still wants to win in desired 20-year NBA career

Anthony Davis outlined the remaining goals in his career during a recent interview, stating he is still pursuing multiple individual and team accomplishments as he eyes a 20-year run in the NBA with the Washington Wizards. Speaking with Craig Melvin on Glass Half Full, Davis was asked how he could feel unsatisfied despite an already […] The post What Wizards star Anthony Davis still wants to win in desired 20-year NBA career appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes playoff history not seen since Hakeem Olajuwon

The San Antonio Spurs suffered a minor scare in the first round against the Portland Trail Blazers when Victor Wembanyama went down with a concussion during a Game 2 loss. Wembanyama missed Game 3, but the Spurs were still able to regain control of the series with a win. Now, thankfully for San Antonio, Wembanyama […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes playoff history not seen since Hakeem Olajuwon appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Even Victor Wembanyama’s dad was impressed by spike block on Deni Avdija in Spurs’ series win

Legend has it that Deni Avdija is still looking for the ball. The San Antonio Spurs advanced to the second round of the playoffs on Tuesday after walloping the Portland Trail Blazers, 114-95, in Game 5 at Frost Bank Center to win their first-round series, 4-1. Once again, Victor Wembanyama did damage on both ends. Just […] The post Even Victor Wembanyama’s dad was impressed by spike block on Deni Avdija in Spurs’ series win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama joins Shaq in elite playoff club

Some athletes may need a game or two to get back on track after suffering a concussion. Victor Wembanyama is a one-of-a-kind star, however. The San Antonio Spurs center enjoyed a thunderous comeback in the Moda Center this past Sunday and wasted no time in making history in a 114-93 win. He became the first […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama joins Shaq in elite playoff club appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama gets Nikola Jokic level compliment from Shaq

The San Antonio Spurs are hoping to win their series against the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday evening at home. The Spurs won in comfortable fashion in Portland twice over the weekend despite trailing both games by sizable deficits at one point. Victor Wembanyama returned with a strong performance in Game 4 after suffering a […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama gets Nikola Jokic level compliment from Shaq appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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A’ja Wilson goes full Marvel superhero with hair color for press conference

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson is already widely regarded as the best player in the WNBA. But she made a huge superhero statement at this year’s WNBA Media Day. Wilson is known for showing personality during media day over the past couple of years, rocking gray and pink hair to the occasion. This year, […] The post A’ja Wilson goes full Marvel superhero with hair color for press conference appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama calls out NBA for handling of concussion return

It appeared that San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was trending toward playing Game 3 of their first-round playoff series vs. the Portland Trail Blazers. Then, about an hour before tipoff, the NBA intervened, ruling out the Defensive Player of the Year from a pivotal game his team wound up winning 120-108. Wembanyama suffered a […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama calls out NBA for handling of concussion return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Victor Wembanyama’s microphone muted before criticizing NBA’s concussion protocol

San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama made his highly anticipated return in Game 4 of the Spurs’ first-round playoff series, after exiting Game 2 and missing all of Game 3 with a concussion from a nasty collision with the hardwood. The Frenchman shone in his return to the floor, scoring 27 points and adding 11…

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Victor Wembanyama Follows in Tim Duncan’s Footsteps in Game 4 Win Over Blazers

San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama followed in Tim Duncan’s footsteps in the team’s comeback win over the Portland Trail Blazers. On Sunday, the Spurs took a 3-1 series lead over the Trail Blazers as the team overcame a 19-point deficit to come back and win 114-93. Wembanyama, who missed Game 3 with a concussion, […] The post Victor Wembanyama Follows in Tim Duncan’s Footsteps in Game 4 Win Over Blazers appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Why Steve Kerr calls Draymond Green the GOAT defender he has ever seen

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has seen a lot of basketball in his lifetime. From his multiple championships playing alongside Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls to his multiple championships coaching Stephen Curry and the Warriors. Throughout his time in the NBA, Kerr says no one has been a better defender than Warriors […] The post Why Steve Kerr calls Draymond Green the GOAT defender he has ever seen appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Shaq Says Rudy Gobert Deserves No Praise For Slowing Down Nikola Jokic

Four-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert is playing some of the best basketball of his career right now, but Shaquille O’Neal still thinks he’s overrated. Gobert has received a lot of praise for the Minnesota Timberwolves taking a 2-1 series lead over the Denver Nuggets. Three-time MVP Nikola Jokic has played significantly worse […] The post Shaq Says Rudy Gobert Deserves No Praise For Slowing Down Nikola Jokic appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Kendrick Perkins puts Victor Wembanyama ahead of Hakeem and KG after historic unanimous DPOY: "I ain't never seen nothing like this" – Basketball Network

Kendrick Perkins puts Victor Wembanyama ahead of Hakeem and KG after historic unanimous DPOY: "I ain't never seen nothing like this"  Basketball Network

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Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert confronts DPOY snub with mic drop after shutting down Nikola Jokic again

There was a vibe of discontent and anger around the Minnesota Timberwolves when Rudy Gobert, the four-time Defensive Player of the Year awardee, didn’t even finish in the top three of the 2026 DPOY voting — finishing in fourth behind winner Victor Wembanyama, Chet Holmgren, and Ausar Thompson. But Gobert knows his caliber as a […] The post Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert confronts DPOY snub with mic drop after shutting down Nikola Jokic again appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Notable update emerges on Victor Wembanyama’s status after concussion

Victor Wembanyama is giving San Antonio Spurs fans at least a slight glimmer of hope right now. The Spurs star big man Wembanyama is getting a status update ahead of Friday’s Game 3 against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center in Portland, Ore. San Antonio is officially listing Wembanyama as “questionable” for the game … The post Notable update emerges on Victor Wembanyama’s status after concussion appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kendrick Perkins makes bold Victor Wembanyama prediction

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was recently named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year in a unanimous decision. Wembanyama is only in his third season in the NBA, and the future looks very bright for the Spurs’ big man. Kendrick Perkins recently spoke about Wembanyama’s defensive play, and he even predicted that Wembanyama … The post Kendrick Perkins makes bold Victor Wembanyama prediction appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Celtics Champion Guarantees Wemby Will Win Next Five DPOY Awards

San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama made history this week as the NBA’s first unanimous Defensive Player of the Year winner.According to Boston Celtics champion and ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins, the French shot-blocker is just getting warmed up.During a Road Trippin’ podcast appearance, Perkins heaped praise on the Spurs star and called him a shoo-in to repeat […] The post Celtics Champion Guarantees Wemby Will Win Next Five DPOY Awards appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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