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Blazers’ Jerami Grant upgraded on injury report vs. Suns in NBA Play-In Tournament

The Portland Trail Blazers will look to beat the Phoenix Suns in the Play-In Tournament on Tuesday, with one of their veteran leaders, Jerami Grant, possibly suiting up after an extended absence due to a calf injury. Grant sat out the Trail Blazers’ last seven games of the regular season, with the team going 5-2 […] The post Blazers’ Jerami Grant upgraded on injury report vs. Suns in NBA Play-In Tournament appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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If LeBron James gets Lakers past Rockets, where would it rank on his greatest achievements list?

If LeBron James carries the Lakers past the Rockets in the first round of the playoffs, it would be his greatest achievement yet.  The Lakers are missing their two top players in Luka Doncic (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique). They’re down 60 points a game.  The good news? Their third option is James. The bad...

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Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar fires back at doubters after clinching playoff berth

The Philadelphia Flyers took a 3-2 shootout victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday night. The victory clinched the Flyers’ first playoff berth since 2020, as the team will finish third in the Metropolitan Division. As the building erupted in celebration, Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar took time to speak with NBC Sports on the bench and fire […] The post Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar fires back at doubters after clinching playoff berth appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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TV and streaming viewing picks for April 14, 2026: How to watch NBA Play-In Games

All Times Eastern Bundesliga Bundesliga Special #18- The Legacy of Manuel Neuer — ESPN+, 5:30 p.m. College Baseball Creighton at Nebraska — Big Ten Network/Fox One, 7 p.m. Cal-Santa Barbara at UCLA — Big Ten Network/Fox One, 10 p.m. College Basketball The Hoops HQ Show — Fubo Sports Network, 11 a.m. ACC Network Basketball Podcast…

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Mariners Offensive Woes Explained by Julio Rodriguez

Julio Rodriguez and the Seattle Mariners have been struggling at the plate early in the season. Even after a four-game sweep over the Houston Astros, Seattle ranks 28th in the league in batting average (.208). They rank 19th in OBP (.316), 27th in SLG (.342), and 24th in OPS (.658).Slow starts in Seattle are nothing […] The post Mariners Offensive Woes Explained by Julio Rodriguez appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Jazz fans will love Keyonte George’s 2027 playoff proclamation

Despite another woeful season, there was a charge of optimism in the air during the exit interviews of the Utah Jazz on Monday. One player who was very hopeful for their future was Keyonte George. The Jazz finished with a 22-60, tied with the Sacramento Kings for the worst record in the Western Conference. Utah […] The post Jazz fans will love Keyonte George’s 2027 playoff proclamation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why the Cavs’ 52 wins with 41 different starting lineups bodes well for NBA playoffs

The Cleveland Cavaliers closed the 2025-26 campaign with their 41st starting lineup on Sunday, meaning they played literally half of their games with a different first five. In spite of that, the Cavs finished the regular season with a 52-30 record as the fourth seed in the NBA’s Eastern Conference. “Just persevering through the struggles,” […] The post Why the Cavs’ 52 wins with 41 different starting lineups bodes well for NBA playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Red Wings’ Patrick Kane notches 1400th point on Alex DeBrincat goal

The Detroit Red Wings are eliminated from playoff contention, but their season is still ongoing. Patrick Kane and his teammates hit the road for their final two matchups of the year. On Monday, they took on the Tampa Bay Lightning. During this contest, Kane made history. Kane assisted on Alex DeBrincat’s third-period goal to tie […] The post Red Wings’ Patrick Kane notches 1400th point on Alex DeBrincat goal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 reasons why Devils missed 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

It is somewhat shocking that the New Jersey Devils missed the playoffs. It’s obvious that the roster is loaded with remarkably talented players like Jack Hughes, Jesper Bratt, Nico Hischier, Timo Meier and defenseman Dougie Hamilton. Those players alone should have given the Devils a chance to compete for the Stanley Cup, but the team […] The post 3 reasons why Devils missed 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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‘Where’s Your Pride? Where’s Your Dignity?’ — Stephen A. Smith Blasts Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves As Injuries Derail Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into the playoffs without their two biggest stars, and Stephen A. Smith is not holding back. With Luka Dončić sidelined by a Grade 2 hamstring strain and Austin Reaves dealing with a Grade 2 oblique injury, the burden of carrying a 53-29 Lakers team into the first round against […]

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Zach Lowe warns Donovan Mitchell at Cavaliers’ playoff crossroads

Zach Lowe shared his concerns about Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers’ chances going into the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Mitchell completed his eighth season in the league, his fourth with the Cavaliers. He has helped Cleveland enjoy its best success since the LeBron James era, getting them four consecutive playoff appearances and counting. Lowe, appearing […] The post Zach Lowe warns Donovan Mitchell at Cavaliers’ playoff crossroads appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jared McCain ‘proud’ take ahead of Thunder playoff debut

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain is eager to make his playoff debut. After the defending champion Thunder clinched the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference, McCain and the Thunder closed out the regular season with a 135-103 loss to the Phoenix Suns. McCain, who was traded by the Philadelphia 76ers […] The post Jared McCain ‘proud’ take ahead of Thunder playoff debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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After stunning end to regular season, Lakers turn attention to Rockets

For six weeks, Lakers coach JJ Redick emphasized that the focus was on his team, not their variety of opponents, as they looked to build the right mentality for the playoffs. That stopped being the case as soon as the final buzzer of the regular season went off after the Lakers beat the Jazz on...

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