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Why Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama actually had fun facing Timberwolves in Semifinals

The San Antonio Spurs are officially back in the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2017, and Victor Wembanyama is having the time of his life. After the Spurs dismantled the Minnesota Timberwolves 139-109 on Friday night to clinch the series in six games, the French phenom was basking in the defensive masterclass […] The post Why Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama actually had fun facing Timberwolves in Semifinals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Video: Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama Pulls Off Weirdest Flop of the Playoffs

Victor Wembanyama built his image around “pure and ethical basketball.” In Game 6 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, he may have put that reputation on the floor.It happened early in the first quarter at Target Center, caught on video and posted to X by @BrickCenter_.Julius Randle went up near the paint, the two came together on […] The post Video: Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama Pulls Off Weirdest Flop of the Playoffs appeared first on HEAVY.

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Bill Simmons says ‘Inside the NBA’ has a Shaquille O’Neal issue: ‘Seems like he’s there because it’s fun’

Bill Simmons may have put his finger on one of the subtle reasons that Inside the NBA has not worked as well in its first season airing on ESPN. As the show nears its first run-through of the NBA Finals since being licensed by the Worldwide Leader, it has received many complaints from viewers and…

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Thunder’s 18-0 record vs. California NBA teams feels historically absurd

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been dominant so far in these playoffs, recently surviving their first close call of the postseason in Game 4 of the second round against the Los Angeles Lakers to complete their second straight sweep. The Thunder once again led the NBA in wins this season and are now just eight […] The post Thunder’s 18-0 record vs. California NBA teams feels historically absurd appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why LeBron James’ retirement tour would be best with Golden State Warriors

LeBron James told reporters after Monday’s playoff elimination that he needs to “recalibrate with his family” before making any decision on his future . The league held its breath, because at 41 years old, entering his 24th potential season, every LeBron decision now carries the weight of finality. Whether he plays one more year or […] The post Why LeBron James’ retirement tour would be best with Golden State Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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ESPN star abruptly absent from NBA Finals broadcast as his co-stars issue health update over ‘beloved partner’

AN ESPN star is abruptly absent from the network’s NBA Finals broadcast. The absent ESPN star’s colleagues are giving fans an important health update. Richard Jefferson, 45, was unexpectedly absent…

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Why Mike Brown has a ton of respect for Knicks fans

The New York Knicks are through to the conference finals for the second straight year after destroying the Philadelphia 76ers, 144-114, in Game 4 on Sunday at Xfinity Mobile Arena to complete the sweep of their second-round series in the playoffs. The Knicks eliminated the 76ers by an average margin of over 22 points, including […] The post Why Mike Brown has a ton of respect for Knicks fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Danhausen reveals Timothée Chalamet, Kylie Jenner condition for Knicks to remain ‘uncursed’ amid 7-game win streak

After he “uncursed” the New York Knicks, they swept the Philadelphia 76ers, and WWE Superstar Danhausen wants to sit courtside with Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner to keep things rolling. Since he”uncursed” the Knicks, they have won seven games in a row, including four in a row to sweep the 76ers. Things are looking great […] The post Danhausen reveals Timothée Chalamet, Kylie Jenner condition for Knicks to remain ‘uncursed’ amid 7-game win streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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ESPN reportedly offered Steve Kerr $7M annually

UPDATE [5/10/2026, 5:48 p.m. ET]: ESPN content president Burke Magnus responded to Awful Announcing’s initial story categorically denying the report by Tim Kawakami of the San Francisco Standard. “We have too much respect for Coach Kerr. We were not even going to engage until he made a decision on coaching,” Magnus said. Our original story is…

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Richard Jefferson out with an illness for Knicks-76ers Game 4 on ABC

ESPN will be without one of its top analysts for a pivotal Game 4 between the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday afternoon. Prior to tip-off, ESPN lead NBA play-by-play announcer Mike Breen opened the telecast with just one person, rather than the usual two, standing next to him courtside. Breen was joined…

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“There isn’t anybody… who could stop him” – Larry Bird believed the Lakers had no answer for Kevin McHale in the 1980s – Basketball Network

“There isn’t anybody… who could stop him” - Larry Bird believed the Lakers had no answer for Kevin McHale in the 1980s  Basketball Network

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