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Stars’ Miro Heiskanen reveals ‘biggest issue’ in tight Game 5 loss to Wild

The Dallas Stars have watched a 2-1 lead in their first-round Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Minnesota Wild evaporate in a span of 72 hours, and they’re now facing elimination following a 4-2 loss in Game 5 at the American Airlines Center on Tuesday. After losing two straight to their Central Division rivals, the […] The post Stars’ Miro Heiskanen reveals ‘biggest issue’ in tight Game 5 loss to Wild appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning coach Jon Cooper’s ‘positive’ Victor Hedman update later comes with harsh jolt of reality

The Tampa Bay Lightning have evened up their Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Montreal Canadiens. They have done this without the services of Lightning captain Victor Hedman. On Tuesday, Hedman was on the ice at practice, and while Lightning coach Jon Cooper did not provide a timeline for his return, there was a positive […] The post Lightning coach Jon Cooper’s ‘positive’ Victor Hedman update later comes with harsh jolt of reality appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s Charle-Edouard D’Astous gets official injury designation for Game 5

The Tampa Bay Lightning have wrestled back home-ice advantage from the Montreal Canadiens after a come-from-behind win at the Bell Centre in Game 4 on Sunday night — and they could have Charle-Edouard D’Astous back for a crucial Game 5 at home. The 28-year-old, who hasn’t played since the first tilt of the series, is […] The post Lightning’s Charle-Edouard D’Astous gets official injury designation for Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons injury report with season on brink vs. Magic features 1 player

The Detroit Pistons listed Kevin Huerter as questionable on their Game 5 injury report as the team faces elimination against the No. 8 seed Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. Detroit enters Game 5 trailing 3-1 in the first-round series, with tipoff set for 7:00 p.m. ET on Prime Video. The Pistons are attempting to salvage […] The post Pistons injury report with season on brink vs. Magic features 1 player appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA legend penned an apology after the 76ers’ Game 5 win

Magic Johnson counted out the Philadelphia 76ers too soon. The Los Angeles Lakers great thought the 76ers were on their way to getting dumped by the Boston Celtics in five games after Joel Embiid and company lost in Game 4 of the all-Atlantic Division first-round series.  But the 76ers responded in Game 5 on Tuesday … The post NBA legend penned an apology after the 76ers’ Game 5 win appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Joel Embiid Makes NBA History With 76ers vs Celtics in Game 5

Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers found themselves in a difficult spot entering the fourth quarter of Game 5 against the Boston Celtics on the road. At halftime, the Sixers trailed 57-50. They were shooting just 42.5% from the field, compared to Boston’s 51.5%. The Celtics seemed to be in total control, as Joel Embiid […] The post Joel Embiid Makes NBA History With 76ers vs Celtics in Game 5 appeared first on HEAVY.

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Jayson Tatum Admits Reason Behind Celtics’ Game 5 Collapse vs 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers avoided elimination against the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night in Game 5. Jayson Tatum and his team had the opportunity to close the Sixers out in Boston once again, but they fell flat in the end. In the second half, the Celtics lost control of the lead. Once the Sixers got out […] The post Jayson Tatum Admits Reason Behind Celtics’ Game 5 Collapse vs 76ers appeared first on HEAVY.

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Jayson Tatum had an honest reaction to Joel Embiid’s form in Game 5

Joel Embiid came to the rescue for the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. Facing elimination in Game 5 of their first-round series against Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics at TD Garden in Boston, Mass., Embiid dominated the Celtics and scored 33 points on 12/23 shooting with 8 assists and 4 rebounds. The former NBA Most … The post Jayson Tatum had an honest reaction to Joel Embiid’s form in Game 5 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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What Oilers goaltender Connor Ingram said after clutch Game 5 performance vs. Ducks

The Edmonton Oilers avoided elimination in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with a 4-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday night. Goaltending has been an issue for the Oilers so far in the series, but it was not in Game 5. Connor Ingram returned to the net for Game 5 after not playing Game 4 […] The post What Oilers goaltender Connor Ingram said after clutch Game 5 performance vs. Ducks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nikola Jokic Gets Honest on Nuggets-Timberwolves Without Anthony Edwards

After losing Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo to injuries against the Denver Nuggets in Game 4, the Minnesota Timberwolves had enough momentum to carry on through the end of the game and come out on top. Game 5 was a different scenario, though. Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets’ backs were against the wall. Down 3-1, […] The post Nikola Jokic Gets Honest on Nuggets-Timberwolves Without Anthony Edwards appeared first on HEAVY.

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Jaylen Brown Hits Celtics With Hard Reality After Loss to 76ers

Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celticsfailed to close out their first-round series against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night. The Celtics entered Game 5 at TD Garden with a commanding 3-1 lead and the opportunity to punch their ticket in the next round. Brown struggled with his shot, going ...

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Oilers captain Connor McDavid makes 1 thing crystal clear after Game 5 win

The Edmonton Oilers secured a 4-1 win in Game 5 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Anaheim Ducks, staving off elimination. Heading into the game with the Ducks, there were questions about the availability of Oilers star Connor McDavid. McDavid played in the game and registered two assists. After the contest, he spoke […] The post Oilers captain Connor McDavid makes 1 thing crystal clear after Game 5 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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‘He Proved Nothing’ — NBA Analyst Refuses to Credit Nikola Jokić After Nuggets ‘Avoided Disaster’ With Season-Saving Game 5 Win

Nick Wright claims Nikola Jokić proved nothing in Game 5, saying Denver avoided disaster against an injured Timberwolves roster.

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