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Bennedict Mathurin on returning to Indiana to face Pacers after trade

The Indiana Pacers came away from the 2022 NBA Draft with one of the best players available, selecting Bennedict Mathurin out of Arizona with the sixth overall pick. He played his first three and a half seasons with the Pacers, gradually improving into a three-level scorer. Indiana traded Mathurin, along with teammate Isaiah Jackson, to […] The post Bennedict Mathurin on returning to Indiana to face Pacers after trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA’s proposed anti-tanking measures have been revealed

The NBA has put forward a set of measures that would give commissioner Adam Silver major power over punishing teams that he deems to be tanking. The league has introduced three potential reforms which would apply to the 2027 NBA Draft lottery if approved. While the lottery would be expanded to as many as 22 … The post NBA’s proposed anti-tanking measures have been revealed appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Brad Underwood breaks down how Illinois slowed Kingston Flemings down in Sweet 16

A stifling defensive effort led Illinois to a 65-55 win over Houston on Thursday during the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament. Much of the Fighting Illini’s focus was on slowing down Houston star Kingston Flemings. Brad Underwood’s squad held Flemings to 11 points and four assists on 4-of-10 shooting. Following the decisive victory, the […] The post Brad Underwood breaks down how Illinois slowed Kingston Flemings down in Sweet 16 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA news: Limiting Top-3 draft picks gaining steam as tanking fix

NBA commissioner Adam Silver is determined to stop teams from tanking. Teams strategically tanking to improve their draft-pick potential in the NBA has been a widely discussed topic, drawing the attention of Silver and the NBA’s decision-makers. In a press conference on Wednesday, Silver expressed his interest in making a change. “We are going to […] The post NBA news: Limiting Top-3 draft picks gaining steam as tanking fix appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mavs’ Cooper Flagg Gets More Bad News for Rookie of the Year Race

Dallas Mavericks rookie sensation Cooper Flagg continues to be one of the most discussed names in basketball.  The 19-year-old rising star was the top pick in last year’s NBA Draft.  Well before he heard his name called on draft night, many were calling Flagg the next great in line. He was an easy pick to […] The post Mavs’ Cooper Flagg Gets More Bad News for Rookie of the Year Race appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Analyst drops ‘hottest’ and ‘best’ comparison for Darius Acuff Jr., Cameron Boozer

With Cameron Boozer leading the Duke basketball team in the March Madness tournament, he has been considered a top player in the nation, though an ascending talent has been Darius Acuff Jr. of the Arkansas Razorbacks. While Boozer looks to hear his name called on NBA Draft night, Acuff might as well, but this analyst […] The post Analyst drops ‘hottest’ and ‘best’ comparison for Darius Acuff Jr., Cameron Boozer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Iowa's Bennett Stirtz Shares NIL Update Before Nebraska Game

The No. 9 seed Iowa Hawkeyes have been one of the biggest surprises in the NCAA Tournament. Following wins over the No. 8 Clemson Tigers and No. 1 Florida Gators, they play the No. 4 Nebraska Cornhuskers in a Sweet 16 matchup. The Hawkeyes are seeking their first Elite 8 appearance since the ...

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The 4 NBA Draft prospects making the most March Madness noise before Sweet 16

No matter who ends up winning it all and is in the final shot of One Shining Moment, raising the NCAA Championship trophy into the air, March Madness is always a terrific time for NBA Draft prospects to begin making a name for themselves before the full-blown pre-draft cycle begins. Performing well and shining in […] The post The 4 NBA Draft prospects making the most March Madness noise before Sweet 16 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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