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Caitlin Clark Hypocritically Condemns WNBA Flopping While Being Part Of The Problem

The Indiana Fever lost a close basketball game to the Dallas Wings on Saturday. Caitlin Clark did not approve of her opponents’ antics. The star guard called out WNBA flopping despite being a part of an issue she’s helped create. Her response came off as sour grapes after landing on the wrong side of the […] The post Caitlin Clark Hypocritically Condemns WNBA Flopping While Being Part Of The Problem appeared first on BroBible.

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Kevin Garnett said the quiet part out loud about Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid has one Hall of Fame big man befuddled by how often he’s hitting the hardwood. Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce spoke candidly about Embiid during the latest episode of the “KG Certified” podcast. Garnett wondered aloud to his longtime Boston Celtics teammate whether Embiid was falling way too often for a man of … The post Kevin Garnett said the quiet part out loud about Joel Embiid appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Caitlin Clark calls out opponent for flopping

Caitlin Clark was frustrated with what she saw as some flopping from one of her opponents during Saturday’s WNBA season opener between the Indiana Fever and Dallas Wings at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, In. Clark was called for a charge when Dallas’ Aziaha James went to the floor while trying to defend her. Clark was … The post Caitlin Clark calls out opponent for flopping appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kendrick Perkins sounds off on ‘serious problem’ with NBA refs

ESPN NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins went off about the league’s officiating during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show on Friday. The comments came after Thursday night’s Game 2 of the second-round playoff series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder, which featured officiating that drew plenty of criticism from Lakers head coach…

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Former Heisman Winner Takes Subtle Shot At Shai-Gilgeous Alexander As ‘Flopping’ Controversy Sets Fans Abuzz

The conversation around flopping in the NBA is increasing day by day, and now a former Heisman Trophy winner has jumped right into the middle of the conversation. Robert Griffin III didn’t directly name whom he was referring to, but his timing seems suspicious. Just days after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander went viral for a controversial play […]

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Donovan Mitchell suggests flopping after alarming free throw disparity

The Cleveland Cavaliers dropped Game 1 of their second-round series against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night despite putting up a strong fight and nearly pulling off the comeback late. But Donovan Mitchell was both calm and upset after the loss. Mitchell finished Game 1 with 23 points, four rebounds, and two assists while shooting […] The post Donovan Mitchell suggests flopping after alarming free throw disparity appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jaylen Brown gets big discipline from the NBA for criticizing referees

Jaylen Brown has managed to get fined despite his season being over. The NBA announced on Tuesday that they are fining the Boston Celtics star Brown a sum of $50,000. In the league’s release, they said Brown issued a “public criticism of the officiating” during “a livestream on May 3.” Brown and the Celtics just … The post Jaylen Brown gets big discipline from the NBA for criticizing referees appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown fined $50,000 for critical comments after Game 7 loss to 76ers

After taking some time on his livestream after Game 7 to criticize the officiating in the Boston Celtics’ Game 7 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, Jaylen Brown has officially been fined $50,000 for publicly criticizing the NBA. “Boston Celtics guard-forward Jaylen Brown has been fined $50,000 for public criticism of the officiating, it was announced […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown fined $50,000 for critical comments after Game 7 loss to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown snaps back at media ‘click bait’ after Joel Embiid flopping criticism

The Boston Celtics recently saw their season come to a brutal end with a Game 7 loss at home to the Philadelphia 76ers after blowing a 3-1 lead in the series. The Celtics had an admirable season in what was thought by many to be a gap year, but that might end up being overshadowed […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown snaps back at media ‘click bait’ after Joel Embiid flopping criticism appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Joel Embiid Defended Over Jaylen Brown’s Viral Rant After 76ers-Celtics Series

Since the Philadelphia 76ers eliminated the Boston Celtics, Joel Embiid has been called out by the All-Star forward Jaylen Brown on multiple occasions. Following Game 7, Jaylen Brown accused Joel Embiid of being a flopper. On a livestream roughly 24 hours later, Brown doubled down. The star forward mentioned that flopping has ruined the NBA, […] The post Joel Embiid Defended Over Jaylen Brown’s Viral Rant After 76ers-Celtics Series appeared first on HEAVY.

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Jaylen Brown claims NBA referees admit there’s an agenda against him

Jaylen Brown believes NBA referees have an agenda against him, and he claims that some of those same officials believe it, too. Brown saw his season come to an abrupt end Saturday night, when the Boston Celtics blew a 3-1 series lead by losing Game 7 of their first-round matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers 109-100.…

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‘Soft and Whiny’ — NBA World Reacts as Jaylen Brown Doubles Down on Joel Embiid ‘Flopping’ Accusation After Celtics’ 1st-Round Exit

Jaylen Brown faces backlash from the NBA world for his criticism of Joel Embiid a day after the Celtics blew a 3-1 series lead.

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown goes full NSFW in doubling down on Joel Embiid criticism

On Saturday night, the Boston Celtics’ 2026 NBA championship hopes turned to dust. Despite taking a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Philadelphia 76ers, a team they’ve historically beaten down in the playoffs, the Celtics faltered when it mattered the most, losing three consecutive games including a 109-100 barnburner of a loss in Game 7 […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown goes full NSFW in doubling down on Joel Embiid criticism appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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