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Toronto Raptors Make Surprising Injury Announcement vs Magic

As the Toronto Raptors head into their Sunday, March 29, matchup against the Orlando Magic, the team announced a new injury status. The Raptors’ veteran forward RJ Barrett has been downgraded ahead of the action. According to the official NBA injury report, Barrett is dealing with left shoulder stiffness. As a result, he is questionable […] The post Toronto Raptors Make Surprising Injury Announcement vs Magic appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Red Wings Offseason Trade Pitch Lands $39M Rangers Star

The Detroit Red Wings have been trending in the wrong direction at the worst time. Over their last 12 games, the Red Wings have a 4-6-2 record and are now behind the Boston Bruins, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Ottawa Senators in the wild card standings. While the Red Wings trail the Blue Jackets by only […] The post Red Wings Offseason Trade Pitch Lands $39M Rangers Star appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Poll: Is Knicks-Thunder Game an NBA Finals Preview?

[Editor’s note: Welcome to Athlon Sports’ poll of the day, where we ask readers to weigh in on the biggest topic of the day. Thanks for voting, and be sure to sound off in the comment section.] Sunday night’s national NBA game is a good one: New York Knicks at Oklahoma City Thunder (NBC, 7:30 p.m. ...

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Heat Named ‘Realistic’ Free-Agency Landing Spot For Bulls’ Big Man

The Miami Heat have enjoyed an interesting season. From a new style of play, to some impressive individual performances. Nevertheless, the lack of depth at some key positions has hurt Erik Spoelstra’s team.As such, the Heat may be aggressive in revamping the current roster during the summer. According to Bleacher Report’s Zach Buckley, a move […] The post Heat Named ‘Realistic’ Free-Agency Landing Spot For Bulls’ Big Man appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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New York Knicks Announce Roster Move Before OKC Thunder Game

On Sunday evening, the New York Knicks will be in Oklahoma City to take on the Thunder.The Knicks most recently lost to the Hornets (in Charlotte) by a score of 114-103.Ariel Hukporti did not play in the game.Knicks Announce Roster Move Before Thunder GameBefore Sunday’s game, the Knicks announced that they had assigned Hukporti to […] The post New York Knicks Announce Roster Move Before OKC Thunder Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Hawks’ Quin Snyder receives ‘mad scientist’ title after 500th career win

The Atlanta Hawks got another home win as they defeated the Sacramento Kings 123-113, but it was also a major accomplishment for Quin Snyder. The head coach was able to secure his 500th career win, which shows the success that he’s been able to have throughout his journey. As much as Snyder is regarded as […] The post Hawks’ Quin Snyder receives ‘mad scientist’ title after 500th career win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers HC Nick Nurse credits players for being poised in ‘super intense’ win over Hornets

Nick Nurse had positive reception towards his players for how they closed out the game in the Philadelphia 76ers’ game against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night. Nurse is going through the third/fourth season of his coaching stint with the 76ers. He looks to get the squad back to solid playoff contention after missing the […] The post 76ers HC Nick Nurse credits players for being poised in ‘super intense’ win over Hornets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown land on Celtics’ injury report for Hornets game

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown find themselves on the injury report ahead of the Boston Celtics’ clash with the Charlotte Hornets. Tip-off is set for March 29 at 6 p.m. ET. Tatum and Brown have been co-stars since 2017, shining as one of the best duos in the NBA. They recently reunited on the court […] The post Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown land on Celtics’ injury report for Hornets game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Coby White vows to keep fighting for playoff seeding after 76ers loss

It wasn’t supposed to end this way. The Charlotte Hornets had the Philadelphia 76ers on the ropes, building a 13-point second-half lead at Spectrum Center on Saturday night, until Joel Embiid and Paul George, back in the lineup and back on a mission, engineered a stunning comeback to steal a 118-114 win. JOEL EMBIID GAME […] The post Coby White vows to keep fighting for playoff seeding after 76ers loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ Joel Embiid blocks Brandon Miller 3-pointer into the stands

Joel Embiid came through in the clutch with an emphatic block on Brandon Miller during the Philadelphia 76ers’ matchup against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night. Embiid is going through the 12th season of his NBA career with the 76ers. He has been fending off injuries throughout his time in the league, being on and […] The post 76ers’ Joel Embiid blocks Brandon Miller 3-pointer into the stands appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bucks officially won’t be in 2026 NBA postseason

The Milwaukee Bucks had no answers for the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, losing the contest 127-95. It was the 44th loss of the season, and it appears the club will not be participating in this year’s playoffs. Reports indicate the loss officially eliminated the Bucks from the 2026 NBA postseason, according to Insider Marc […] The post Bucks officially won’t be in 2026 NBA postseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. unlikely to play again in 2025-26 season

The Milwaukee Bucks are expected to be without guard Kevin Porter Jr. for the remainder of the 2025-26 season, according to head coach Doc Rivers. Rivers indicated that a return this season is unlikely, a sentiment echoed in a report from Eric Nehm of The Athletic, who shared the update Saturday on X. “Bucks coach […] The post Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. unlikely to play again in 2025-26 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hawks’ Nickeil Alexander-Walker gets attention-grabbing shoutout amid playoff push

The Atlanta Hawks are playing some of their best basketball at the right time, and it’s because they’re getting contributions from several players on the team. Not only are the players elevating their game, but they’ve been efficient at doing so. For Nickeil Alexander-Walker, he’s having one of the most efficient months by any player […] The post Hawks’ Nickeil Alexander-Walker gets attention-grabbing shoutout amid playoff push appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Josh Hart tells ‘part-time Knicks fan’ Stephen A. Smith to ‘shut the hell up’

Stephen A. Smith, one of the most prominent New York Knicks fans in sports media, wants to hear less from one of New York’s key players. Knicks shooting guard Josh Hart recently came to the defense of his teammate Mikal Bridges, saying that Bridges has garnered some unwarranted criticism for fulfilling the role the team Read more... The post Josh Hart tells ‘part-time Knicks fan’ Stephen A. Smith to ‘shut the hell up’ appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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NBA Fans React to 76ers’ Shocking Tyrese Maxey Announcement

Gearing up for their Saturday matchup on March 28, the Philadelphia 76ers could potentially have their original starting five healthy for the clash against the Charlotte Hornets. After Kelly Oubre Jr. revealed to reporters that he was going to play this weekend following Friday’s practice session, it became clear that Tyrese Maxey was going to […] The post NBA Fans React to 76ers’ Shocking Tyrese Maxey Announcement appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin sounds off on ‘unacceptable’ Red Wings loss

The Buffalo Sabres are near the top of the NHL at this time and are likely to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, recent results have not gone their way. Rasmus Dahlin and his teammates are trying to avoid bad starts. But they could not avoid it against the Detroit Red Wings on Friday night. […] The post Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin sounds off on ‘unacceptable’ Red Wings loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Red Wings’ Alex DeBrincat joins exclusive elite club after crucial Sabres win

The Detroit Red Wings took on the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night in a must-win contest for Detroit. The Red Wings have fallen behind the pace in the Eastern Conference Wild Card race. They could not afford another loss, especially to a division rival. Veteran forward Alex DeBrincat ensured the team would come away with […] The post Red Wings’ Alex DeBrincat joins exclusive elite club after crucial Sabres win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tyrese Maxey’s ‘fresh legs’ comments should scare Eastern Conference

The Philadelphia 76ers have been without Tyrese Maxey since the March 7, 125-116 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. While he’s working his way back from a finger tendon strain in his right hand, Maxey shares a message that should scare the rest of the Eastern Conference. After missing the past 10 games for the 76ers, […] The post Tyrese Maxey’s ‘fresh legs’ comments should scare Eastern Conference appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ Tyrese Maxey ‘a lot more involved’ in attempts to return from hand injury before playoffs

The Philadelphia 76ers have put themselves in a good position at this point of the season, where the Eastern Conference standings are tight. The biggest thing is that they’ve been able to stay afloat with Tyrese Maxey sidelined over the past few weeks due to his finger injury. It still seems uncertain when Maxey may […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey ‘a lot more involved’ in attempts to return from hand injury before playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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