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Chris Paul makes a laughable claim about his post after Clippers’ elimination

Chris Paul is trying to stretch plausible deniability to its absolute limits. The retired former LA Clippers guard Paul appeared Friday on ESPN’s “The Pat McAfee Show.” During the appearance, Paul addressed the viral post that he made after the Clippers were eliminated from playoff contention this year with a play-in tournament loss to the … The post Chris Paul makes a laughable claim about his post after Clippers’ elimination appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report: Nuggets could trade 1 All-Star player this offseason

The Denver Nuggets may be looking at every possibility on the table after their first-round exit this year. Denver could potentially look to trade veteran guard Jamal Murray this offseason, Jason Quick and Sam Amick of The Athletic reported Friday. The report notes that Murray, the second-highest-paid player on the Nuggets roster, might be a … The post Report: Nuggets could trade 1 All-Star player this offseason appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Stars Will Have to Pay Up to Keep Jason Robertson

The Dallas Stars season ended in disappointing fashion as they were eliminated from the first round in their 5-2 Game 6 loss to the Minnesota Wild on the road.This is unusual for this Stars team that is used to going on deep playoff runs in recent memory. In fact, this is the first year Dallas […] The post Stars Will Have to Pay Up to Keep Jason Robertson appeared first on HEAVY.

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Mets publicly address Carlos Mendoza’s job status

The New York Mets have been one of the biggest stories in baseball for all the wrong reasons, but at least for now, it will not cost manager Carlos Mendoza his job. Mets president David Stearns said Friday that the team has no plans to make a change at the manager position despite their 10-21 … The post Mets publicly address Carlos Mendoza’s job status appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Detroit Pistons at Orlando Magic: Odds, Injury Updates, How to Watch and More

Date: May 1, 2026Time: 7 p.m. ETVenue: Kia CenterTV: Amazon Prime VideoStreaming: Check local listingsRadio: 96.9 The Game, 97.1 The TicketBuy tickets: Buy Pistons at Magic tickets on StubHub On Friday, the Detroit Pistons will face off against the Orlando Magic in an Eastern Conference playoff ...

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Cleveland Cavaliers at Toronto Raptors: Odds, Injury Updates, How to Watch and More

Date: May 1, 2026Time: 7:30 p.m. ETVenue: Scotiabank ArenaTV: Amazon Prime VideoStreaming: Check local listingsRadio: Sportsnet 590, 100.7 WMMSBuy tickets: Buy Cavaliers at Raptors tickets on StubHub On Friday, the Toronto Raptors will face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers in an Eastern ...

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Jaden McDaniels takes another shot at Nuggets

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels is taking one last parting shot at the Denver Nuggets. McDaniels appeared on “NBA Today” Friday, one day after the Timberwolves knocked Denver out of the playoffs with a 110-98 win in the Western Conference Quarterfinals. Host Malika Andrews asked him about the budding rivalry between the two teams, but … The post Jaden McDaniels takes another shot at Nuggets appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher gets brutally honest on role change during season

The Atlanta Hawks’ season ended in decisive fashion Thursday night, and Zaccharie Risacher did not shy away from reflecting on a challenging sophomore campaign marked by a shifting role. One day after Atlanta’s first-round elimination in a 140-89 loss to the New York Knicks in Game 6, Risacher spoke candidly about the adjustments he faced […] The post Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher gets brutally honest on role change during season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nuggets’ Cam Johnson flabbergasted by Timberwolves matchup storyline

After the Denver Nuggets lost the playoff series to the Minnesota Timberwolves with a 110-98 defeat in Game 6, opposing head coach Chris Finch made an interesting comment. With the Nuggets’ embarrassing series loss to the Timberwolves, 3-2, Cam Johnson would speak on Finch’s insinuation that Denver sought out the matchup against Minnesota. As Denver […] The post Nuggets’ Cam Johnson flabbergasted by Timberwolves matchup storyline appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Danhausen puts Stephen A. Smith on blast with Anne Hathaway demand after Knicks’ Hawks series win

Perhaps ESPN personality and New York Knicks superfan Stephen A. Smith should thank WWE star Danhausen for lifting his curse and for fellow fan Anne Hathaway for helping the team advance in the playoffs after beating the Atlanta Hawks in Game 6. Danhausen reacted to the Knicks’ 51-point beatdown of the Hawks on X, formerly […] The post Danhausen puts Stephen A. Smith on blast with Anne Hathaway demand after Knicks’ Hawks series win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla delivers clear Jayson Tatum Game 7 injury status – ‘He’ll play’

After losing the last two games straight, the Boston Celtics are forced to play in a Game 7 matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday. While there are some concerns about Jayson Tatum’s status as he’s dealing with stiffness and tightness in his left calf, head coach Joe Mazulla shared a clear message about Tatum’s […] The post Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla delivers clear Jayson Tatum Game 7 injury status – ‘He’ll play’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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This unbelievable Nikola Jokic playoff fail stat will hurt him in GOAT convos

The Denver Nuggets saw their season end with a 110-98 Game 6 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, marking a third consecutive early playoff exit since their 2023 championship — and placing renewed scrutiny on Nikola Jokic. A stat circulating following the loss has intensified that conversation. According to BetMGM, Jokic “has never beaten a playoff […] The post This unbelievable Nikola Jokic playoff fail stat will hurt him in GOAT convos appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s Victor Hedman will not play in do-or-die Game 6 vs Canadiens

It’s been a tough series for the Tampa Bay Lightning, and Victor Hedman has not been available to play. With their season on the line, Hedman is still not available and will not play against the Montreal Canadiens in Game 6 at Centre Bell, according to NHL insider Pierre LeBrun. “Jon Cooper on Victor Hedman: […] The post Lightning’s Victor Hedman will not play in do-or-die Game 6 vs Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blazers GM aims for ‘big splash’ in offseason, but there’s a caveat

The Portland Trail Blazers are entering a pivotal offseason following their first-round playoff exit, and general manager Joe Cronin made clear the organization is open to aggressive moves — but not at any cost. Portland’s season ended in a five-game series loss to the San Antonio Spurs, capping a campaign that saw the team return […] The post Blazers GM aims for ‘big splash’ in offseason, but there’s a caveat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The unreal NBA record Knicks set with 51-point demolition of Hawks

The New York Knicks made a statement Thursday night, dismantling the Atlanta Hawks 140-89 in Game 6 to close out their first-round playoff series 4-2. After losing two games by a single point earlier in the series and falling back 2-1, New York responded emphatically, winning the final three games by 16, 29, and 51 […] The post The unreal NBA record Knicks set with 51-point demolition of Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Texas High School Baseball Team Stripped Of Championship Amid Eligibility Scandal Questions

Poolville won its first district championship in more than two decades to secure its spot in the Texas high school baseball playoffs. However, the Monarchs will not compete in the postseason due to an eligibility violation. They were retroactively stripped of their historic title and subsequently removed from the bracket. This is actually the second […] The post Texas High School Baseball Team Stripped Of Championship Amid Eligibility Scandal Questions appeared first on BroBible.

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Damian Lillard Admits Truth on Comeback Rumors During Blazers’ Run

As the Portland Trail Blazers made a surprising playoff appearance in 2026, the status of Damian Lillard came into focus. Although the star guard was expected to miss the entire 2025-2026 season after tearing his Achilles with the Milwaukee Bucks last year, rumors were beginning to swirl that he could be a participant in the […] The post Damian Lillard Admits Truth on Comeback Rumors During Blazers’ Run appeared first on HEAVY.

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Las Vegas High School Baseball Powerhouse Removed From Playoffs Amid Undisclosed Scandal

Basic Academy was suddenly removed from the high school baseball playoffs in Nevada just a few hours before the postseason was set to begin. Nobody knows why. The NIAA has not revealed the reason for this decision. Although the state is prepared to move forward with the high school baseball playoffs without the Wolves, the […] The post Las Vegas High School Baseball Powerhouse Removed From Playoffs Amid Undisclosed Scandal appeared first on BroBible.

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Christian Braun’s Contract Serves Nuggets a Bad Reminder After Loss

The Denver Nuggets‘ season is over, and the team is catching heat for it. Nikola Jokic had “chokic” trending on X. David Adelman’s star players had to answer for his future as the head coach, and Christian Braun’s contract came to light. On October 20, 2025, the Nuggets signed Braun to an extension, hoping he […] The post Christian Braun’s Contract Serves Nuggets a Bad Reminder After Loss appeared first on HEAVY.

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