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Sophomore point guard emerging as silver lining for Nets amid disappointing 1-6 start

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The Brooklyn Nets haven’t had much to write home about during their 1-6 start. Sophomore point guard Nolan Traore has emerged as a silver lining for the rebuilding squad amid its early struggles. After an underwhelming rookie campaign, Traore has looked like an NBA point guard while stepping into a starting role. The 20-year-old has […] The post Sophomore point guard emerging as silver lining for Nets amid disappointing 1-6 start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nolan Traore reacts to his big second half lifting Nets to first win of season

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The Brooklyn Nets needed a lift on Sunday against the shorthanded Indiana Pacers as they sought their first win of the season. Sophomore point guard Nolan Traore answered the call. After an ugly first half in which the Nets scored 43 points on 15-of-39 shooting (38.5 percent), Traore sparked the offense. The French Floor general […] The post Nolan Traore reacts to his big second half lifting Nets to first win of season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hawks Star’s Ankle Injury Puts Monday Status in Question

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The Jalen Johnson ankle injury is an immediate concern for the Atlanta Hawks after the forward left Saturday’s 121-99 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans and did not return. Johnson suffered a sprained left ankle during the third quarter, and Atlanta has yet to provide a definitive update on his availability for Monday’s game against […] The post Hawks Star’s Ankle Injury Puts Monday Status in Question appeared first on HEAVY.

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No one can stop Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo on tough and-1 vs. Pacers

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Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to exert brute force with an incredible highlight during the Miami Heat’s NBA Cup matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night. Antetokounmpo started the 14th season of his NBA career, his first with the Heat. Following a remarkable tenure with the Milwaukee Bucks, the franchise sent him to Miami as […] The post No one can stop Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo on tough and-1 vs. Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ Tyrese Maxey Admits Pressure From LeBron James Fueled Takeover

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The Philadelphia 76ers looked like they had a layup of a victory over the Indiana Pacers before Wednesday’s game, but a loaded injury report meant nothing for Rick Carlisle’s squad. The Pacers did a good job staying in it and testing the limits of the new-look Sixers, but Tyrese Maxey ultimately put them away once […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey Admits Pressure From LeBron James Fueled Takeover appeared first on HEAVY.

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Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton Has a Blunt Answer for Those Doubting Indiana’s Title Chances

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The Indiana Pacers do not need the rest of the NBA to agree with their championship ambitions. Tyrese Haliburton made that clear when discussing whether his team is being overlooked in the title conversation. His response acknowledged the skepticism without allowing it to become Indiana’s defining concern. For Pacers fans, that is the part worth […] The post Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton Has a Blunt Answer for Those Doubting Indiana’s Title Chances appeared first on HEAVY.

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Bucks waive Pete Nance, Johni Broome after OT preseason loss to Pacers

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The Milwaukee Bucks have requested waivers on Pete Nance, Johni Broome and Jake Stephens as the team continues to reduce its roster ahead of the 2026-27 NBA regular season. The announcement came Saturday, less than 24 hours after Milwaukee suffered a 128-127 overtime loss to the Indiana Pacers in its preseason finale. Nance’s departure is […] The post Bucks waive Pete Nance, Johni Broome after OT preseason loss to Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 frontrunners have emerged to sign Bennedict Mathurin

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Bennedict Mathurin’s free agent market is finally beginning to take shape. The restricted free agent forward Mathurin is expected to sign with one of two teams — the New Orleans Pelicans or the incumbent LA Clippers. Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer reported on Tuesday that Mathurin will either be headed to the Pelicans in a sign-and-trade … The post 2 frontrunners have emerged to sign Bennedict Mathurin appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Knicks’ OG Anunoby injury update suggests he’ll be ready for ECF Game 1

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The New York Knicks are currently gearing up for the Eastern Conference Finals, which will get underway on Tuesday evening against either the Detroit Pistons or the Cleveland Cavaliers, depending on the result of Game 7. The Knicks will have had over a week to rest for that matchup after sweeping the Philadelphia 76ers in […] The post Knicks’ OG Anunoby injury update suggests he’ll be ready for ECF Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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"My wife is happy" – Larry Bird's most important notion after stepping down as President of Basketball Operations for the Indiana Pacers in 2017 – Basketball Network

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"My wife is happy" - Larry Bird's most important notion after stepping down as President of Basketball Operations for the Indiana Pacers in 2017  Basketball Network

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Zach Lowe warns Donovan Mitchell at Cavaliers’ playoff crossroads

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Zach Lowe shared his concerns about Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers’ chances going into the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Mitchell completed his eighth season in the league, his fourth with the Cavaliers. He has helped Cleveland enjoy its best success since the LeBron James era, getting them four consecutive playoff appearances and counting. Lowe, appearing […] The post Zach Lowe warns Donovan Mitchell at Cavaliers’ playoff crossroads appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cleveland Cavaliers Make James Harden Announcement Before Grizzlies Game

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On Monday night, the Cleveland Cavaliers will play the Grizzlies in Memphis.The Cavs most recently beat the Indiana Pacers by a score of 117-108.James Harden finished with 28 points, four rebounds, seven assists, three steals and one block while shooting 8/17 from the field and 5/11 from three-point range in 34 minutes of playing time.Cleveland […] The post Cleveland Cavaliers Make James Harden Announcement Before Grizzlies Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Lakers’ JJ Redick delivers honest Bronny James assessment after beating Pacers

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The vitriol toward Bronny James has seemingly simmered down in his second year with the Los Angeles Lakers. But that does not mean that he will not continue to prove himself. Many felt that James did not deserve to be in the NBA when the Lakers drafted him in the second round in 2024, saying […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick delivers honest Bronny James assessment after beating Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Caitlin Clark Shares Exciting Update After WNBA Offseason Move

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Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark proved that she’s still one of the best players in the world following her eight-month injury layoff. The 24-year-old announced her return with an MVP run in the recently concluded FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Clark was back ...

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