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The Los Angeles Lakers demoted a top pick early this season. But they apparently changed their collective mind, fast. The post Lakers Reverse Course on Rookie’s Demotion Before Blazers Game appeared first on HEAVY.
Washington Wizards fans eager to see AJ Dybantsa make his NBA debut may not have to wait much longer. Dybantsa has been upgraded to questionable for the Wizards’ game Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The team has not given any clear hint on whether he will play, but this is certainly a step in the … The post AJ Dybantsa’s potential NBA debut date has been revealed appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
James Harden celebrated Cleveland's overtime victory with an Instagram carousel, saving a special spotlight for a rookie who made his NBA debut. The post James Harden Sends Message After Cavaliers Rookie’s Breakout NBA Debut appeared first on HEAVY.
In his first four games, Yaxel Lendeborg has already gone head-to-head against Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic. How’s that for a welcome to the NBA?
DENVER — It’s been easy to forget at times in his first four NBA games that it wasn’t too long ago Yaxel Lendeborg was just another guy on a basketball team at a junior college in the middle of the desert, five hours from anywhere. Like, not even four years ago. One person it hasn’t...
It is still too early to label Yaxel Lendeborg as Stephen Curry’s perfect successor, but the Golden State Warriors rookie’s monster performance against the Denver Nuggets was enough to put him in that conversation. However, the young forward is not allowing his impressive night to distract him from the work that lies ahead, as he […] The post Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg seeks advice from Carmelo Anthony, Tracy McGrady, Vince Carter after monster game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Nothing compares to being thrown into the fire. In his fourth NBA appearance, Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg faced one of the world’s best and didn’t just come out on top; he made a statement. He scored a game-high 31 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to lead the Warriors to their first win of […]
Meleek Thomas made his NBA debut count. After sitting out Cleveland’s first two regular-season games, the rookie guard scored 16 points on 6-of-10 shooting, including four three-pointers, as the Cavaliers rallied to beat the previously undefeated Minnesota Timberwolves 127-125 in overtime on October 26. Thomas needed just 19 minutes to make his mark, giving Cleveland […] The post Cavaliers Rookie Waited Two Games — Then Lit Up a Comeback appeared first on HEAVY.
On Monday, the Washington Wizards continue their three-game road trip at the Spectrum Center to take on the Charlotte Hornets.The Wizards began the trip on Saturday, taking down the Chicago Bulls at the United Center in a hard-fought 124-120 win.Heading into tonight’s game, the Wizards are still waiting on top rookie AJ Dybantsa’s NBA debut.Washington […] The post Washington Wizards Announce Injury Report vs. Charlotte Hornets (Oct. 26) appeared first on HEAVY.
AJ Dybantsa broke his silence on his delayed NBA debut with an optimistic social media post after the Wizards ruled him out against Charlotte. The post AJ Dybantsa Gives Update on NBA Debut After Wizards Injury Announcement appeared first on HEAVY.
LaMelo Ball has only been with the Minnesota Timberwolves for a few months, but he already feels right at home. After making his regular-season home debut in Sunday’s 117-94 win over the Toronto Raptors at Target Center, Ball was asked what the support from Timberwolves fans has meant to him since his arrival. “I mean, […] The post Timberwolves star LaMelo Ball reacts to reception in his first home game with Minnesota appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg plans to get better at drawing fouls, even if it means he has to flop or fish for calls more. Lendeborg said he needs to adapt to the modern NBA by learning to “foul-bait” to get to the free-throw line. This comes after a fiery NBA debut where he […] The post Warriors Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg Plans To Learn More Flops In The NBA appeared first on HEAVY.
Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg drew headlines and raised eyebrows back in August when he said, “I’m finna give Dillon Brooks belt,” months before making his NBA debut. On Saturday in Phoenix, the first-round pick did his best to back up those words in his first matchup against the veteran enforcer. In the Warriors’ […]
On Sunday, the Los Angeles Lakers will take the floor for their first game of the season against the Utah Jazz. Lakers big man Walker Kessler is on the injury report for this one, but thankfully, he is listed as available despite a left finger splint. Here’s everything we know about the Lakers’ injury situation […] The post Is Walker Kessler playing vs. Jazz after dominant Lakers debut? Latest injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Chicago Bulls are counting on Caleb Wilson to lead them in a new direction. After two games, the high-profile rookie from North Carolina has experienced the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. The Bulls suffered a 43-point loss to the Toronto Raptors in their season opener on Wednesday. Then, the Bulls fought […] The post Bulls executive praises Caleb Wilson ‘genuine’ desire to grow after strong NBA debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg didn’t hold the trash talk back in his NBA debut. Lendeborg was tasked with defending Lakers superstar Luka Doncic on Opening Night and the matchup did not disappoint. The Warriors rookie started chirping at Doncic, which continued with back-and-forth banter throughout the game. Yaxel Lendeborg of the Golden State Warriors and...
LeBron James got the full Philadelphia experience in his 'home' debut for the 76ers on Thursday night as the halftime performer was booed by angry fans before a major comeback.
Yaxel Lendeborg has no plans to take back what he said about Luka Doncic. The Golden State Warriors rookie stood by his words after Friday’s loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, saying he is not afraid of anyone and that the Los Angeles Lakers star “is not Michael Jordan.”Lendeborg Stands by His WordsThe postgame comments came […] The post Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg Doubles Down on Luka Doncic: ‘He’s Not Michael Jordan’ appeared first on HEAVY.
LeBron James has started his 76ers career with a bang. Philadelphia beat the defending-champion Knicks, 106-100, in his first game. In his second game, the 76ers beat James’ former team, the Cavaliers, 114-106 on Thursday. He had 14 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists in the first game, and 17 points, 10 rebounds, five assists, […]
The Chicago Bulls suffered a 43-point loss to the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday in their season opener. They needed to change direction on short notice. However, they turned things around on Friday to secure their first win over the Milwaukee Bucks, 132-125. It also marked Caleb Wilson’s first win. He finished with 21 points and […] The post Caleb Wilson makes a bold declaration after first NBA win appeared first on ClutchPoints.
While the Miami Heat’s regular-season debut with Giannis Antetokounmpo featured issues in the 131-106 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, there’s no doubt that a lot was due to the team getting used to its new look. With the Heat looking to not repeat the same habits throughout the season, head coach Erik Spoelstra kept it […] The post Why Heat’s Erik Spoelstra ‘felt horrible’ about season-opener loss to Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Brooklyn Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. isn’t coming off his minutes restriction “anytime soon.” The No. 6 pick played 20 minutes off the bench during his NBA debut on Wednesday. Jordi Fernandez explained on Friday why Brown will remain on his minutes limit moving forward. “[The minutes restriction] is not going to change in a […] The post Why Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr.’s minutes restriction won’t change ‘anytime soon’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Golden State Warriors opened up the 2026-27 NBA season with a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on the road. But the bigger story that came out of the game was Yaxel Lendeborg talking trash to Luka Doncic and receiving a technical foul in the process. Following the game, Draymond Green came to his […] The post Draymond Green calls Yaxel Lendeborg’s technical foul vs. Luka Doncic ‘weakest s*** ever’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Lakers will get a boost to their backcourt tonight against the Clippers.
