Stunning Luka Doncic Twist as New Custody Battle Update Hints at Massive Lakers News
Luka Doncic's custody hearing has been postponed to August, with the new date hinting at a potential return during the Lakers' playoff run.
Playoffs
‘Didn’t See That One Coming’ — Maple Leafs’ Troy Stecher Surprised by Brady Tkachuk’s Senators Being Booted Out of Playoffs
Troy Stecher reacts to Senators’ sweep, as Brady Tkachuk and Ottawa face tough questions after early playoff exit.
Alperen Sengun Sends Warning to Lakers Ahead of Game 5
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun sent a stern warning to the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of their Game 5 playoff matchup on Wednesday.The Lakers won the first three games of the series before the Rockets were able to take Game 4 with their backs up against the wall and force a Game 5. The two […] The post Alperen Sengun Sends Warning to Lakers Ahead of Game 5 appeared first on HEAVY.
Montreal Canadiens Star Noah Dobson Spotted Skating But Return Vs. TB Lightning Still Up in the Air
Noah Dobson returns to the ice as Canadiens hope for a timely boost, though his status for pivotal Game 5 vs. Lightning remains uncertain.
Suns’ Jalen Green dominated play-in, but Thunder series exposes warts
On Monday evening, the Phoenix Suns saw their 2025-26 season come to an end with a tough Game 4 home loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, completing a sweep of their first round series. The Suns performed well above expectations throughout this season, but it was still a disappointing playoff result against the defending champs. […] The post Suns’ Jalen Green dominated play-in, but Thunder series exposes warts appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns face do-or-die Game 5 scenario vs. Hawks with title dreams on the line
With their backs up against the wall and trailing 2-1 to the Atlanta Hawks and facing a scenario where they could go down 3-1 on the road, the New York Knicks played arguably their most passionate and relentless game of the year. Karl-Anthony Towns stepped up in a huge way for the Knicks in Atlanta […] The post Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns face do-or-die Game 5 scenario vs. Hawks with title dreams on the line appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Rockets Give Important Kevin Durant Update Before Game 5 vs Lakers
All signs are pointing to Kevin Durant potentially missing the Houston Rockets’ Game 5 action against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday, April 29. On Tuesday, the Rockets hit the practice court. While Durant was present in the building, he was not participating in basketball activity. According to reporters in attendance, Durant was doing treadmill […] The post Rockets Give Important Kevin Durant Update Before Game 5 vs Lakers appeared first on HEAVY.
Timberwolves’ Mike Conley keeps it 100 with Jaden McDaniels on Nuggets fans’ merciless boos
The Minnesota Timberwolves dropped Game 5 to the Denver Nuggets 125-113 on Monday night, but veteran guard Mike Conley made sure Jaden McDaniels stayed grounded amid a hostile road environment. McDaniels was met with consistent boos from the Denver crowd throughout the contest, and Conley addressed the situation directly during a locker room scrum with […] The post Timberwolves’ Mike Conley keeps it 100 with Jaden McDaniels on Nuggets fans’ merciless boos appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Brian Windhorst slaps Timberwolves with desperate reality after Game 5 blowout loss to Nuggets
The Minnesota Timberwolves saw their series lead shrink Monday night, and ESPN’s Brian Windhorst delivered a blunt assessment of their outlook following a 125-113 Game 5 loss to the Denver Nuggets. Minnesota now leads the first-round series 3-2, but mounting injuries have shifted the trajectory heading into Game 6. Windhorst addressed the situation Tuesday morning […] The post Brian Windhorst slaps Timberwolves with desperate reality after Game 5 blowout loss to Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Magic’s Desmond Bane seemed shocked to see ex-teammate on court for Nuggets vs. Timberwolves
The Orlando Magic secured a 94-88 Game 4 win over the Detroit Pistons to take a 3-1 series lead, but Desmond Bane had an unexpected reaction off the court when he noticed a familiar face during another playoff game. During his postgame press conference, Bane appeared surprised to see former teammate Tyus Jones on the […] The post Magic’s Desmond Bane seemed shocked to see ex-teammate on court for Nuggets vs. Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Penguins star Kris Letang’s reaction to wacky Game 5 winner vs. Flyers
The Pittsburgh Penguins avoided elimination Monday night with a 3-2 win versus the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference First Round. Pittsburgh now trails the series 3-2 but has now won the past two games, outscoring Philadelphia 7-4 after being outscored 11-4 across the first three games. Pittsburgh got off to a […] The post Penguins star Kris Letang’s reaction to wacky Game 5 winner vs. Flyers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Chargers DL Teair Tart Sends Clear Message About Team’s Mindset
The Los Angeles Chargers are just over one month away from offseason OTAs.With the draft now in the books, Los Angeles’ roster is mostly set. However, it could still add a couple of free agents if they wish, especially considering it still has plenty of salary cap space remaining.The Chargers will be aiming to make […] The post Chargers DL Teair Tart Sends Clear Message About Team’s Mindset appeared first on HEAVY.
Bill Simmons’ sarcastic remark about Pistons’ trade deadline fail says it all
On Monday evening, the Detroit Pistons fell behind 3-1 in their first round series against the Orlando Magic with an ugly 94-88 Game 4 loss. The Pistons are now in serious danger of becoming the rare number one seed to lose in the first round to the eighth seed, having to win three straight games […] The post Bill Simmons’ sarcastic remark about Pistons’ trade deadline fail says it all appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Is Joel Embiid Playing Tonight vs. Celtics? Latest Injury Update on 76ers Start for Game 5
Joel Embiid is listed as probable after an appendectomy, returned with 26 points in Game 4, but the 76ers still trail the Celtics 3-1 entering crucial Game 5 now.
Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic ties insane Russell Westbrook playoff triple-double record
The Denver Nuggets kept their season alive Monday night, and Nikola Jokic made history in the process. Jokic recorded a triple-double in Denver’s 125-113 Game 5 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, tying Russell Westbrook for the most career triple-doubles in NBA history across the regular season and playoffs. According to NBA on Prime, Jokic’s performance […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic ties insane Russell Westbrook playoff triple-double record appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Angel Reese Doesn’t Hesitate To Shoutout Jamal Cain Baptizing Ex Jalen Duren With Dunk Of the Playoffs
Angel Reese posted a clip of Jamal Cain dunking on her ex-boyfriend, Jalen Duren.
Is Damian Lillard returning for Game 5 vs. Spurs withTrail Blazers’ season on brink?
The Portland Trail Blazers will attempt to save their season during Game 5 vs. the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday. They’ll remain without star guard Damian Lillard for the due-or-die matchup. Despite speculation about a potential return, the Trail Blazers ruled Lillard out for Game 5. The nine-time All-Star has not appeared in a game this […] The post Is Damian Lillard returning for Game 5 vs. Spurs withTrail Blazers’ season on brink? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic savagely trolls Timberwolves after end of Game 5 blowout
There is no love lost between the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves, and the end of the last two games in their first-round playoff series proves it. Game 4 concluded with Nikola Jokic taking offense to a garbage-time layup by Jaden McDaniels and being ejected after nearly inciting a brawl. And Game 5, while not […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic savagely trolls Timberwolves after end of Game 5 blowout appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tracy McGrady blasts ‘myth’ of alleged 3-1 comment from 2003 Magic-Pistons series
In a plot twist in the playoffs, the Orlando Magic are up, 3-1, against the Detroit Pistons in their first-round series after hacking out the win, 94-88, in Game 4 at Kia Center on Monday. For longtime fans of the Magic, it is deja vu from over two decades ago. In 2003, Orlando was also […] The post Tracy McGrady blasts ‘myth’ of alleged 3-1 comment from 2003 Magic-Pistons series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Worst of All Time? 76ers Get Scorching Take Before Game 5 vs Celtics
After a second blowout loss in four games, the Philadelphia 76ers are on the brink of elimination. On Tuesday night, the Sixers are paying a visit to the Boston Celtics for Game 5. It’s a win-or-go-home situation for the Sixers, and there’s a lot of pressure placed on core members of the organization to show […] The post Worst of All Time? 76ers Get Scorching Take Before Game 5 vs Celtics appeared first on HEAVY.
New Anthony Edwards Update Spells Potential Disaster For Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves got their latest update for star Anthony Edwards, following their Game 5 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Monday night. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania in Go Up, Edwards is out for at least two weeks, ruling him out for the remainder of Round 1 against the Nuggets, where the Timberwolves are […] The post New Anthony Edwards Update Spells Potential Disaster For Minnesota Timberwolves appeared first on HEAVY.
Poll: Can Timberwolves Close Out the Nuggets?
[Editor’s note: Welcome to Athlon Sports’ poll of the day, where we ask readers to weigh in on the biggest topic of the day. Thanks for voting, and be sure to sound off in the comment section.] The Denver Nuggets faced elimination Monday night in their Game 5 first-round matchup against the ...
‘You’re Not Winning’ — Matthew Tkachuk Reveals Why Brady Tkachuk’s Senators Never Had a Chance Vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Matthew Tkachuk explains why injuries and Carolina’s style left Brady Tkachuk’s Senators with little chance in their playoff sweep.
Ball Arena Erupts With “Jaden McDaniels Sucks” Chant as Nuggets Force Game 6
Jaden McDaniels faced hostile chants in Game 5 as Nikola Jokic powered the Nuggets to a win, capitalizing on Timberwolves turnovers to extend the playoff series.