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Jared McCain drops Drake Iceman TikTok dance before during playoff lull

Jared McCain couldn’t miss the opportunity of dancing to Drake’s new Iceman drop. The Oklahoma City Thunder star uploaded a video of himself dancing to Drake’s “Shabang,” a record from the rapper’s latest album drop. “Maneesh on the beat, shabang/ All of my opps, they dead/ Why do they gas me up?/ Where does it […] The post Jared McCain drops Drake Iceman TikTok dance before during playoff lull appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Chet Holmgren always knew Jared McCain was more than ‘Linsanity’ run

The Oklahoma City Thunder continue to look like the NBA’s most complete postseason machine. One of the biggest reasons behind their terrifying playoff depth has been the emergence of Jared McCain. Some initially brushed off McCain’s breakout as another short-lived “Linsanity”-style surge. However, Chet Holmgren never bought into that narrative. Speaking recently about McCain’s evolution, […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren always knew Jared McCain was more than ‘Linsanity’ run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels talks point guard possibilities in 2026-27

The Minnesota Timberwolves fell short once again in the postseason, this time losing to the San Antonio Spurs in the second round. There were some self-inflicted issues that the Timberwolves brought upon themselves in this series, but they’re looking forward to how they can get better for next season. One of those things is helping […] The post Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels talks point guard possibilities in 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ayo Dosunmu is excited for free agency after stint with Timberwolves

Ayo Dosunmu had many great things to say about his time with the Minnesota Timberwolves following the end of the team’s 2025-26 campaign. Dosunmu completed the fifth season of his NBA career, his first with the Timberwolves. He started the year with the Chicago Bulls before they traded him midseason to Minnesota, giving him a […] The post Ayo Dosunmu is excited for free agency after stint with Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves star has brutally honest take on what doomed Minnesota

Minnesota Timberwolves big man Naz Reid does not believe a lack of talent is what’s holding his team back. Reid spoke to reporters on Saturday for his exit interview following the T-Wolves’ second-round exit at the hands of the San Antonio Spurs. The former Sixth Man of the Year gave a candid response when asked … The post Timberwolves star has brutally honest take on what doomed Minnesota appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Naz Reid reveals continued Karl-Anthony Towns fandom despite trade to Knicks

Naz Reid and the Minnesota Timberwolves have a future to address following their NBA Playoffs exit. Ex-teammate Karl-Anthony Towns, meanwhile, has his New York Knicks resting for the Eastern Conference Finals. Reid and KAT could’ve been chasing an NBA Finals appearance together if it wasn’t for the epic Sept. 2024 trade to New York. The […] The post Naz Reid reveals continued Karl-Anthony Towns fandom despite trade to Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blazers owner responds to backlash over his ‘cheap’ moves

Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundun has admitted that he still has a lot to learn when it comes to NBA spending habits. Dundun has caught a ton of flak in his first season as the Blazers’ owner for his seemingly excessive cost-cutting measures. His name went viral after news of his decision to cut … The post Blazers owner responds to backlash over his ‘cheap’ moves appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Julius Randle accused of questionable move after Timberwolves’ loss

Julius Randle drew criticism for his performance in the Western Conference Semifinals against the San Antonio Spurs, and might not have done himself any favors after it ended either. The Timberwolves conducted their exit interviews with the media on Saturday, one day after their season-ending 139-109 loss to the Spurs at Target Center in Minneapolis, … The post Julius Randle accused of questionable move after Timberwolves’ loss appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Why Thunder will corral Spurs in 6 games in 2026 Western Conference Finals

The hype is building each day for the 2026 Western Conference Finals. The Oklahoma City Thunder earn a huge chance to make consecutive trips to the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history. But back on the WCF stage during these NBA Playoffs are a fast-growing San Antonio Spurs team. Now it’s Mitch […] The post Why Thunder will corral Spurs in 6 games in 2026 Western Conference Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren’s 2025-26 season differs from the rest

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren is having the best season of his career. With long-term injuries in his rear-view mirror, Holmgren helped the Thunder eliminate the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of their second-round series. Ahead of the Western Conference Finals, he looked back on why the 2025-26 season has been his most […] The post Why Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren’s 2025-26 season differs from the rest appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rudy Gobert says quiet part out loud amid struggles vs. Spurs

Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert is keeping it real about his team’s loss to the San Antonio Spurs. After stealing Game 1, the Timberwolves were never able to fully take control of the series, though they escaped with a victory over the Spurs in Game 4 following Victor Wembanyama’s ejection for elbowing Naz Reed. Gobert, in […] The post Rudy Gobert says quiet part out loud amid struggles vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mark Daigneault’s encouraging Jalen Williams injury update ahead of Thunder’s WCF

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault provided an update on Jalen Williams ahead of their best-of-7 Western Conference Finals. After Williams missed the Thunder’s Game 4 victory that eliminated the Los Angeles Lakers, he could make his return for Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Daigneault gave reporters the latest on Williams’ recovery […] The post Mark Daigneault’s encouraging Jalen Williams injury update ahead of Thunder’s WCF appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Anthony Edwards has blunt comment about Timberwolves’ future

Anthony Edwards sent something of a message to the Minnesota Timberwolves after the team was eliminated from the NBA Playoffs on Friday evening. The Timberwolves fell to the San Antonio Spurs 139-109 in the Western Conference Semifinals at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. The nature of the defeat raised questions about what the team will … The post Anthony Edwards has blunt comment about Timberwolves’ future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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