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Darko Rajakovic Praises Scottie Barnes After Raptors Season Ends

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic praised the playoff play of Scottie Barnes after the team’s season ended on Sunday. The Raptors lost 114-102 on Sunday night to lose their first-round series to the Cleveland Cavaliers 4-3. It was an incredibly competitive series, with both teams showing flashes of brilliance at times, but ultimately, it’s […] The post Darko Rajakovic Praises Scottie Barnes After Raptors Season Ends appeared first on HEAVY.

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Miami Heat are expected to part ways with 1 All-Star player

The Miami Heat may finally be ending the Boy Wonder era this offseason. Miami appears to be headed towards a divorce with veteran guard Tyler Herro, Heat writer Greg Sylvander reported this week in a local Discord server. Sylvander noted that the way sides will likely be parting ways “one way or another.” Herro, 26, … The post Miami Heat are expected to part ways with 1 All-Star player appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Draymond Green calls out 1 NBA All-Star as ‘soft’

Draymond Green is looking to add to his lengthy list of enemies. The Golden State Warriors veteran Green made some waves this week with his comments about the Cleveland Cavaliers on the latest episode of his self-titled podcast. In particular, Green targeted Cavaliers big man Jarrett Allen for being “soft.” “Jarrett Allen seems to get … The post Draymond Green calls out 1 NBA All-Star as ‘soft’ appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Raptors’ Brandon Ingram reveals GloRilla ‘lit him up’ after viral comments

After joking that GloRilla would get on Brandon Ingram’s “nerves” before the Toronto Raptors’ Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, he recognized his mistake. Speaking to reporters, Ingram conceded that GloRilla “lit me up” over his comment. He doubled down, reassuring everyone that he “won’t make that comment again.” "Oh, she lit me up. I […] The post Raptors’ Brandon Ingram reveals GloRilla ‘lit him up’ after viral comments appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rajon Rondo emerges as a candidate for a head-coaching job

Rajon Rondo could find himself roaming the sidelines as a head coach, beginning in the 2026-27 NBA season. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Rondo is among those the New Orleans Pelicans are considering to be the team’s next head coach. “League sources say Rondo has been interviewed for the post after serving as a … The post Rajon Rondo emerges as a candidate for a head-coaching job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Ja Morant is being linked to 2 new teams in trade rumors

Ja Morant may be getting a shot at redemption in the Pacific Division. The Phoenix Suns and the Sacramento Kings have emerged as two new potential trade suitors for the disgruntled Memphis Grizzlies star Morant, NBA writer Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson reported on Friday. Robinson adds that both teams will be “serious” suitors for Morant … The post Ja Morant is being linked to 2 new teams in trade rumors appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Anthony Edwards gets message from Kevin Garnett after award challenge denied

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves are upset that Edwards isn’t eligible for any individual honors under the 65-game award rule, even though Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham are eligible despite playing 64 games each. An “Extraordinary Circumstances” appeal filed by Edwards and head coach Chris Finch was denied. Nevertheless, Edwards received an encouraging message […] The post Anthony Edwards gets message from Kevin Garnett after award challenge denied appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Deni Avdija responds to the ‘foul-baiting’ accusations

Deni Avdija is issuing a response to the most popular criticism against him. The Portland Trail Blazers star Avdija appeared this week on “The Young Man and the Three.” During the episode, Avdija responded to the accusation that he is supposedly a “foul-baiter.” “I don’t think I’m a gross foul-baiter,” said Avdija. “I don’t do … The post Deni Avdija responds to the ‘foul-baiting’ accusations appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Why Pistons’ Jalen Duren is Chandler Parsons’ pick for MIP

It will be fair to say that the Detroit Pistons’ Jalen Durent has had a whirlwind 2025-26 campaign thus far. The 22-year-old earned what was his first All-Star appearance after averaging 19.5 points, 10.5 rebounds and two assists per game for the Pistons, playing a major role in helping them to the top of the […] The post Why Pistons’ Jalen Duren is Chandler Parsons’ pick for MIP appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mark Jones’ plan after leaving ESPN revealed

Veteran announcer Mark Jones is leaving the ESPN booth behind, but he isn’t hanging up his headset just yet. Jones announced on Friday that Sunday’s game between the Orlando Magic and Boston Celtics at TD Garden will be his last on the call for ESPN. He shared the news in a heartfelt post on Instagram. … The post Mark Jones’ plan after leaving ESPN revealed appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Doc Rivers Claims Shams Charania Put Out Hit Piece On Him Out Of Spite For Earlier Joke

ESPN NBA reporter Shams Charania released a report this week taking aim at Bucks head coach Doc Rivers as Milwaukee nears the end of brutal season that will end with it missing the playoffs. But according to Rivers, there’s more to the article than meets the eye. Charania’s report claimed that Rivers attempted to use his prior […] The post Doc Rivers Claims Shams Charania Put Out Hit Piece On Him Out Of Spite For Earlier Joke appeared first on BroBible.

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Toronto Raptors Star Brandon Ingram Made History Against Heat

On Thursday night, the Toronto Raptors played the Miami Heat (at home) in Canada.The Raptors won by a score of 128-114.Brandon Ingram finished with 38 points, seven rebounds, seven assists and one steal while shooting 13/23 from the field and 2/3 from three-point range in 37 minutes of playing time.Raptors Star Brandon Ingram Made HistoryIn […] The post Toronto Raptors Star Brandon Ingram Made History Against Heat appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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