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LeBron James Gets Brutally Honest After Lakers’ Game 4 Blowout Loss to Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers missed their first chance to close out their first-round playoff series, falling 115-96 to the Houston Rockets in Game 4 on Sunday night. The loss cut the series lead to 3-1 and forced a Game 5 back in Los Angeles. Houston controlled the game early and never let go, building a […] The post LeBron James Gets Brutally Honest After Lakers’ Game 4 Blowout Loss to Rockets appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Lakers’ Adou Thiero gets ejected after heated moment late in blowout loss to Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers failed to take care of business in Game 4 on Sunday, bowing to the Houston Rockets, 115-96, at Toyota Center. The Lakers were gunning for a sweep of their first-round series, but the Rockets lived to see another day. The Lakers struggled to recover after being outscored in the third quarter, […] The post Lakers’ Adou Thiero gets ejected after heated moment late in blowout loss to Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fans Think Lamar Jackson’s Spot Is in Danger as Ravens Make Diego Pavia Decision

Lamar Jackson has been with the Baltimore Ravens since being drafted 32nd overall in 2018. However, despite winning two MVP awards, the quarterback has yet to make a Super Bowl appearance. After failing to make the playoffs last season, there has been some uncertainty regarding Jackson’s future with the franchise. According to reports, the Ravens […]

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Alperen Sengun’s pregame move that gave Rockets a boost in Game 4

Amen Thompson was showered with applause on Sunday after leading the Houston Rockets past the Los Angeles Lakers, 115-96, in Game 4 of their first-round series in the playoffs at Toyota Center. Thompson was impressive on both ends of the floor, displaying his energy, relentlessness, and athleticism to stay alive in the best-of-seven matchup. He […] The post Alperen Sengun’s pregame move that gave Rockets a boost in Game 4 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ LeBron James goes 12 years before brutal Game 4 setback

The Los Angeles Lakers could not complete a sweep of the Houston Rockets after getting trounced in Game 4 on Sunday, 115-96, of their first-round series in the playoffs at Toyota Center. The Lakers looked lethargic in the third quarter, giving up 34 points. It allowed the Rockets, who were in a do-or-die situation, to […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James goes 12 years before brutal Game 4 setback appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brandon Hagel’s confident Nikita Kucherov claim after Game 4 win

The Tampa Bay Lightning needed a win in Game 4 after falling behind 2-1 against the Montreal Canadiens. Montreal defeated Tampa in overtime in Game 3, the third straight overtime game in this matchup. Game 4 did not need overtime, and Nikita Kucherov helped the Lightning even the series. Kucherov recorded two assists in the […] The post Brandon Hagel’s confident Nikita Kucherov claim after Game 4 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nick Nurse Calls Out 76ers After Blowout Loss to Celtics in Game 4

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse wasn’t happy with his team’s effort during their 128-96 blowout loss to the Boston Celtics in Game 4 on Sunday night.One would think that the return of star center Joel Embiid would have provided the Sixers with some added energy and enthusiasm out of the gate, but it’s almost […] The post Nick Nurse Calls Out 76ers After Blowout Loss to Celtics in Game 4 appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NBA World Reacts To LeBron James’ Performance In Lakers-Rockets Game

On Sunday evening, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers played Game 4 of their first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets in Texas. The Lakers got blown out, losing by a score of 115-96. James finished the loss with ten points, four rebounds, nine assists (and eight turnovers) while shooting 2/9 from the field […] The post NBA World Reacts To LeBron James’ Performance In Lakers-Rockets Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Canadiens’ Martin St. Louis addresses penalty issues in Game 4 Lightning loss

The Montreal Canadiens took a 2-1 series lead into Game 4 against the Tampa Bay Lightning. A win on home ice would have given the Canadiens a major advantage heading into Game 5 back in Tampa. However, Martin St. Louis watched as his team let the game slip away, with many players watching it from […] The post Canadiens’ Martin St. Louis addresses penalty issues in Game 4 Lightning loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers fall to Kevin Durant-less Rockets in Game 4 for 1st loss in playoff series

HOUSTON — One team played like its season was on the line. The other team was the Lakers, who were on the losing end of Sunday’s Game 4 at Toyota Center for their first loss of their first round playoff series against the Rockets.  After falling behind in the series by three games, the Kevin...

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Knicks’ Game 4 masterpiece vs. Hawks gives them a very good chance of going up 3-2

The New York Knicks won Game 4 against the Atlanta Hawks in convincing fashion.  They got a great game from Karl-Anthony Towns, who played flawlessly. Jalen Brunson played a smart game, not forcing the issue. And everyone else did essentially what you’d expect them to do. Now, the Knicks look to return to New York […] The post Knicks’ Game 4 masterpiece vs. Hawks gives them a very good chance of going up 3-2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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“That’s Unacceptable:” Tyrese Maxey Shoulders Blame for Crucial Game 4 Loss

With the shocking return of Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers had the full cavalry together for Game 4 against the Boston Celtics.Despite the return of the former scoring champion, the Sixers fell 126-98 at Xfinity Mobile Arena, and are now on the verge of elimination.When speaking to reporters after the game, All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey […] The post “That’s Unacceptable:” Tyrese Maxey Shoulders Blame for Crucial Game 4 Loss appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Jalen Brunson Explains Argument With His Dad On Knicks Bench

Elite point guard Jalen Brunson revealed that his argument with his father Rick Brunson wasn’t a big deal in the New York Knicks’ Game 4 win against the Atlanta Hawks. The clip went viral of Jalen and Rick arguing with each other on the Knicks bench since Rick is an assistant coach. Fans were curious […] The post Jalen Brunson Explains Argument With His Dad On Knicks Bench appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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How Raptors ‘swarm’ is haunting James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Cavs

The Cleveland Cavaliers have dropped back-to-back games on the road to the Toronto Raptors in their first-round NBA playoff series. James Harden and Donovan Mitchell have accounted for 22 of the Cavs’ 40 turnovers, and the answer to their opponents’ adjustments has been subpar, to put it kindly. “Listen, they’re very athletic,” Cleveland head coach […] The post How Raptors ‘swarm’ is haunting James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA World Sounds Off on Joel Embiid’s Return Spoiled by Brutal Loss vs Celtics

A big boost entered the lineup for the Philadelphia 76ers against the Boston Celtics on Sunday night for Game 4. Joel Embiid was cleared to make his return after being away for under three weeks, following surgery for appendicitis. Everything was going right for the Sixers, who were attempting to even the series 2-2 after […] The post NBA World Sounds Off on Joel Embiid’s Return Spoiled by Brutal Loss vs Celtics appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Lakers Announce Unfortunate Austin Reaves News on Sunday

Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves has been inching closer to his highly anticipated return to action. The 6-foot-5 guard has been sidelined throughout their first-round NBA playoffs series against the Houston Rockets. In fact, the last time Reaves saw action for the Lakers was on April 2 in a ...

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Lakers Announce Final Decision on Austin Reaves’ Game 4 Status

It is not officially over yet, but from the current state of things, the Los Angeles Lakers will have one eye fixed on the second round of the playoffs.  The Lakers hold a 3-0 lead against the Houston Rockets heading into a do-or-die Game 4 set for Sunday night in Houston.  Heading into tip-off, all […] The post Lakers Announce Final Decision on Austin Reaves’ Game 4 Status appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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