“Ayton Setting Himself Up for a Choke”: Fans Troll Deandre Ayton After Calling Himself “Secret Weapon” on Defense
Ahead of Game 3 in Houston, Deandre Ayton has made a bold proclamation about his defensive skills.
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Denver Nuggets Announce Key Injury Statement on Aaron Gordon
Before the Denver Nuggets paid a visit to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Game 3 of the first-round series in the 2026 NBA Playoffs, the team worried about the availability of Aaron Gordon. At first, the veteran forward was in good shape. Although he was listed on the injury report with a calf-related issue, the Nuggets […] The post Denver Nuggets Announce Key Injury Statement on Aaron Gordon appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Lakers’ Deandre Ayton Puts NBA World on Notice With Bold Defensive Claim
Los Angeles Lakers big man Deandre Ayton has revealed that he is now capable of guarding anybody on the floor, regardless of position. So far so good, as he's stayed out of foul trouble in LA's series against Houston.
Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels stands on business in Game 3 after calling out Nuggets stars by name
Talking smack the way Jaden McDaniels did in the aftermath of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ Game 2 win over the Denver Nuggets on the road can only have one of two effects. It can either jolt the opposing team wide-awake, or it can put the trash-talking side at quite an advantageous position, mental-wise. It certainly looks […] The post Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels stands on business in Game 3 after calling out Nuggets stars by name appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards suffers injury scare late in Game 3 vs. Nuggets
The Minnesota Timberwolves are bringing the fight to the Denver Nuggets, but they suffered a slight injury scare in Game 3. In the second half of their game, star guard Anthony Edwards came up limping after making a play. With the Timberwolves holding a lead at the time, the All-Star guard was taken out of […] The post Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards suffers injury scare late in Game 3 vs. Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Mikal Bridges is pulling the Knicks with him toward rock bottom
Bridges started Thursday’s Game 3 defeat. He took a few shots. Bricked them. Lost all confidence. And poof … disappeared faster than five first-round picks.
What Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns said about brutal Game 3 loss to Hawks
Following the New York Knicks’ loss to the Atlanta Hawks in Game 2, Karl-Anthony Towns was urged to be more aggressive in Game 3. After all, Towns went scoreless in the fourth quarter of their 107-106 defeat back on Monday. So it was certainly a promising sign that Towns was demanding the ball more and […] The post What Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns said about brutal Game 3 loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Cameras Catch Boosie BadAzz’s Epic Fail Attempting Trampoline Dunk at Knicks-Hawks Playoff Game
Famous rapper Bossie BadAzz failed hilariously in his attempt to dunk the ball off a trampoline during one of the intermissions between the Atlanta Hawks-New York Knicks series.
Knicks fans in shambles after botched last play in Game 3 loss to Hawks
New York fans have expressed heartbreak after seeing the Knicks botch a potential game-winning play in their Game 3 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday night. The Knicks struggled for most of the game against Atlanta but still had a chance to win it. However, Jalen Brunson lost control of the ball as he […] The post Knicks fans in shambles after botched last play in Game 3 loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jalen Brunson needs to start closing again or Knicks’ season could end fast
Saturday, the captain needs to answer the call. And it’s not necessary to wait until the end this year.
Knicks’ Mikal Bridges takes full responsibility for embarrassing Game 3 goose egg vs. Hawks
CJ McCollum may be public enemy number one among fans of the New York Knicks at present considering how he’s emerged as the hero for the Atlanta Hawks over the past two games, but Mikal Bridges isn’t far behind. Bridges, the man who was acquired back in 2024 for a king’s ransom of five unprotected […] The post Knicks’ Mikal Bridges takes full responsibility for embarrassing Game 3 goose egg vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jabari Smith Jr. puts pressure on Kevin Durant with blunt take vs. Lakers
The Houston Rockets are staring down an 0-2 hole against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. With the series shifting to Houston for Games 3 and 4, all eyes are on Kevin Durant and how he’ll respond after one of the worst playoff games of his NBA career. Durant finished Game 2 with 23 […] The post Jabari Smith Jr. puts pressure on Kevin Durant with blunt take vs. Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Fans stunned by Nikola Jokic’s ‘worst quarter ever’ in Game 3
The Minnesota Timberwolves somehow made Nikola Jokic look like a complete pedestrian to open Game 3. The Denver Nuggets star had one of his most uncharacteristic quarters ever in the opening period on Thursday in their first-round series at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. The Timberwolves were able to take Jokic, the quarterback of the … The post Fans stunned by Nikola Jokic’s ‘worst quarter ever’ in Game 3 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
This Karl-Anthony Towns stat makes Knicks’ Game 3 loss to Hawks even more mind-blowingwp
The New York Knicks are floundering in their first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks, but at least one stat makes it hard to blame Karl-Anthony Towns for his team’s Game 3 loss on Thursday. The Knicks dropped Game 3 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta to the tune of a 109-108 score. Despite the razor-thin […] The post This Karl-Anthony Towns stat makes Knicks’ Game 3 loss to Hawks even more mind-blowingwp appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Knicks’ Mikal Bridges trade looks worse than ever with unreal Game 3 disaster vs. Hawks
Some fans may be wondering where in the world Mikal Bridges was for the New York Knicks when they were making a comeback in Game 3 against the Atlanta Hawks. But to Knicks fans who tuned in from minute one, they knew that benching Bridges was the best thing head coach Mike Brown could have […] The post Knicks’ Mikal Bridges trade looks worse than ever with unreal Game 3 disaster vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jalen Johnson, Jonathan Kuminga make Hawks history in Game 3 win over Knicks – sportingnews.com
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Jabari Smith Jr. Takes Subtle Shot At Kevin Durant Over Handling Double Teams
After Kevin Durant's game-high nine turnovers in game two, his teammate, Jabari Smith Jr., offered a solution on how their star should handle it if faced with the same problem in game three.
Notable update emerges on Victor Wembanyama’s status after concussion
Victor Wembanyama is giving San Antonio Spurs fans at least a slight glimmer of hope right now. The Spurs star big man Wembanyama is getting a status update ahead of Friday’s Game 3 against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center in Portland, Ore. San Antonio is officially listing Wembanyama as “questionable” for the game … The post Notable update emerges on Victor Wembanyama’s status after concussion appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Mat Ishbia Backs Devin Booker’s Postgame Criticism on Officiating After Suns-Thunder
Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia agrees with Devin Booker's complaints about officiating in Game 2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Michael Wilbon Doesn’t Think Thunder Need Jalen Williams For Lakers Amid Hamstring Injury Woes
American Sports commentator Michael Wilbon has shared a hot take on the OKC Thunder's chances, without Jalen Williams, against the Lakers.
Lakers Share Austin Reaves Injury Update Before Game 3 vs. Rockets
Austin Reaves’ timeline is lining up with the playoff schedule, giving the Lakers a potential boost as the series unfolds.
Rockets Announce Concerning Kevin Durant Injury Update for Game 3
Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant returned to action in Game 2 against the Los Angeles Lakers after being forced to sit out Game 1 with a knee injury. Durant was initially a game-time decision, but was ultimately cleared to play on Tuesday for the second game of this first-round NBA playoffs ...
Thunder get Jalen Williams injury update after Game 2
The Oklahoma City Thunder entered the NBA Playoffs as the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference and with hopes of a second straight NBA title. However, the Thunder will have to play without Jalen Williams for some time after he suffered an injury in Game 2 against the Phoenix Suns. Williams scored 19 points … The post Thunder get Jalen Williams injury update after Game 2 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
76ers’ Nick Nurse Makes Statement on Joel Embiid Before Game 3 vs Celtics
Following Thursday’s Philadelphia 76ers practice session, the head coach Nick Nurse addressed reporters with important news regarding Joel Embiid. The star center was a limited participant in what the head coach considered to be a light practice session. It’s not a sign that Embiid is making his way back for Game 3, but it’s a […] The post 76ers’ Nick Nurse Makes Statement on Joel Embiid Before Game 3 vs Celtics appeared first on Heavy Sports.