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Stars’ Jamie Benn slapped with fine for Ryan Hartman cross-check

Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn likes to play the game on the edge, but it’ll make him a little lighter in the wallet after picking up a fine for cross-checking Minnesota Wild forward Ryan Hartman in Game 5. The Stars were down 3-1 at the time, but the captain got a little overzealous in trying […] The post Stars’ Jamie Benn slapped with fine for Ryan Hartman cross-check appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks superfan Ben Stiller ‘very serious’ about NY putting Hawks away in Game 6

It’s evident that New York Knicks superfan Ben Stiller has the utmost confidence in his team putting the Atlanta Hawks away in Game 6 of their ongoing playoff series following their dominant Game 5 blowout victory. Stiller responded to The Athletic’s James L. Edward III’s post on X, formerly Twitter, which said that the Knicks […] The post Knicks superfan Ben Stiller ‘very serious’ about NY putting Hawks away in Game 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Connor McDavid Makes History in Oilers Game 5 Win

The Edmonton Oilers got a much needed victory last night in their 4-1 win vs the Anaheim Ducks. The Oilers were able to extend the series on the verge of elimination and force a Game 6 matchup at Anaheim on Thursday. A big catalyst for this result was the play of Edmonton captain Connor McDavid. […] The post Connor McDavid Makes History in Oilers Game 5 Win appeared first on HEAVY.

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David Pastrnak makes history after keeping Bruins alive vs. Sabres in Game 5

David Pastrnak was the hero, and the Boston Bruins lived to fight another day after a 2-1 overtime win in Game 5 of their first-round series against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center on Tuesday night. In the process, Pastrnak — who has scored over 100 points in four straight seasons — made franchise history. […] The post David Pastrnak makes history after keeping Bruins alive vs. Sabres in Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: Magic explored Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster trade with Bucks

The Orlando Magic explored a potential blockbuster trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo prior to the deadline, according to a report from HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, highlighting the organization’s aggressive approach to roster building as it continues its postseason push. Scotto reported that Orlando expressed interest in acquiring the Milwaukee Bucks superstar earlier in the season, signaling a […] The post NBA rumors: Magic explored Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster trade with Bucks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Blazers’ Deni Avdija needed humbling experience of a Spurs playoff beatdown

The Portland Trail Blazers were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the San Antonio Spurs in five games, and there’s a lot they can take from the experience. This was many players’ first time being on this stage, and they believe this is standard for them moving forward. Deni Avdija was the […] The post Why Blazers’ Deni Avdija needed humbling experience of a Spurs playoff beatdown appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ LeBron James reveals nagging injury that has been ‘blah’ for 5 years

On Wednesday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers will look to close out their series against the Houston Rockets in Game 5 after squandering a sweep opportunity over the weekend. The Lakers are hoping for a bounce back game from LeBron James, who finally started to look his age in a rough performance in Game 4. […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James reveals nagging injury that has been ‘blah’ for 5 years appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Rockets’ Kevin Durant returning from ankle injury for Game 5 vs. Lakers?

Coming off their first win of the postseason, the Houston Rockets’ season continues to hang on by a thread as they enter Game 5 down 3-1 to the Los Angeles Lakers. The team would love to get Kevin Durant back from his ankle injury, but Ime Udoka will have to try to save his season […] The post Is Rockets’ Kevin Durant returning from ankle injury for Game 5 vs. Lakers? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs-Kings trade was godsend for De’Aaron Fox, who finally gets playoff monkey off back

On Tuesday evening, the San Antonio Spurs officially won their first playoff series since 2017 with a comfortable home victory in Game 5 against the Portland Trail Blazers, punching their ticket to the second round in the process. It was a relatively quiet game from star Victor Wembanyama in this one, who finished with 17 […] The post Spurs-Kings trade was godsend for De’Aaron Fox, who finally gets playoff monkey off back appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers star LeBron James calls out ‘disingenuous’ haters who criticize his NBA Finals record

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for Game 5 of their first-round series against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night, LeBron James addressed long-standing criticism surrounding his NBA Finals record, calling out what he described as “disingenuous” narratives tied to his career. In a year-long conversation with ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, James reflected on the scrutiny […] The post Lakers star LeBron James calls out ‘disingenuous’ haters who criticize his NBA Finals record appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timothee Chalamet Called Out For ‘Manspreading’ On Tina Fey While Sitting Next To Her Courtside At The Knicks Game

Madison Square Garden’s “celebrity row” was packed with famous faces for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference first-round game between the New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night. Two of those celebs were Timothee Chalamet and Tina Fey, who were sat next to each other. Timothee Chalamet, a fixture at Knicks’ playoff games […] The post Timothee Chalamet Called Out For ‘Manspreading’ On Tina Fey While Sitting Next To Her Courtside At The Knicks Game appeared first on BroBible.

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Pistons injury report with season on brink vs. Magic features 1 player

The Detroit Pistons listed Kevin Huerter as questionable on their Game 5 injury report as the team faces elimination against the No. 8 seed Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. Detroit enters Game 5 trailing 3-1 in the first-round series, with tipoff set for 7:00 p.m. ET on Prime Video. The Pistons are attempting to salvage […] The post Pistons injury report with season on brink vs. Magic features 1 player appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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