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Heat’s Norman Powell eases concerns about groin injury, but there’s a catch

With the Miami Heat facing the Toronto Raptors in a rematch on Thursday night, star Norman Powell was featured on the injury report as questionable with groin soreness. While the Heat further prepares for the postseason, Powell would speak on the injury, his status for Thursday, and even into the play-in tournament. Despite being questionable […] The post Heat’s Norman Powell eases concerns about groin injury, but there’s a catch appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Steph Curry Playing Tonight Against LA Lakers? Massive Call Looms on Warriors Superstar’s Availability (Apr. 9)

It’s been a year defined by adversity, with injuries testing Steph Curry and the Warriors at every turn, but they’ve somehow managed to secure a slim chance at making the playoffs.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘obvious’ mic drop after Thunder clinch No. 1 seed streak

All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder clinched the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference standings on Wednesday. After a 128-110 win against the LA Clippers, the Thunder clinched the top seed for the third year in a row. After the win, Gilgeous-Alexander addressed the impressive accomplishment, as the Thunder, for the third […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘obvious’ mic drop after Thunder clinch No. 1 seed streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angel Reese calls deja vu after being traded by the Sky

The Chicago Sky traded away star forward Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream, ending the two-year run with the former No. 7 overall draft pick. Reese now joins the Dream after missing the playoffs in each of her first two seasons in the WNBA. The Dream finished with the third-best record in the WNBA in … The post Angel Reese calls deja vu after being traded by the Sky appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher getting DNP-CD as 21st birthday present a bad sign for playoffs

The Atlanta Hawks got a taste of what the playoffs could feel like when they faced the Cleveland Cavaliers, and it was also a sneak peek at what the rotation could look like. There was one surprise, and it was Zaccharie Risacher getting the first DNP-CD of his career on his 21st birthday. It’s hard […] The post Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher getting DNP-CD as 21st birthday present a bad sign for playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Aaron Gordon Sends Strong Message to NBA About Denver Nuggets Vet

The Denver Nuggets hosted the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday, April 8. Tim Hardaway Jr. had a short shift, yet an impressive night. Hardaway checked in for 19 minutes against the Grizzlies. The veteran shot 5-10 from the field, making 3-8 shots from beyond the arc. The sharpshooter accounted for 13 points, coming down with four […] The post Aaron Gordon Sends Strong Message to NBA About Denver Nuggets Vet appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown, Derrick White among 4 questionable players on injury report vs. Knicks

The Boston Celtics have been the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference for some time, and they’re looking to lock it up with just a few games remaining in the regular season. They’ll have a good chance at doing so against the New York Knicks, who are also looking to climb up to the […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown, Derrick White among 4 questionable players on injury report vs. Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA Analyst Unpacks ‘Biggest Story’ of Divisive 65-Game Rule As Victor Wembanyama’s Awards Hunt Puts Spurs in ‘Awkward Spot’

Nick Wright called Victor Wembanyama's 65-game rule situation the "biggest story" of the rule, warning the Spurs are in an "awkward spot" heading into the playoffs.

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What if Alex Ovechkin retires? Capitals GM ready for ‘offseason choose-your-own adventure book’

The Washington Capitals are unlikely to make the playoffs in 2025-26. After winning the Metropolitan Division a year ago, they have regressed tremendously this year and are looking to the future. That future may not include Alex Ovechkin, whose contract with the Capitals expires at the end of this year. Capitals general manager Chris Patrick […] The post What if Alex Ovechkin retires? Capitals GM ready for ‘offseason choose-your-own adventure book’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How to Watch Knicks vs Celtics: Time, TV Channel and Game Details

The New York Knicks and Boston Celtics are set to renew their rivalry at Madison Square Garden in a massive Atlantic Division showdown. With playoff seeding on the line for both teams, this is one of the most important regular-season games of the 2025–26 NBA season. How to Watch Knicks vs Celtics Tonight’s game is […] The post How to Watch Knicks vs Celtics: Time, TV Channel and Game Details appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Receives Rare Praise From Kawhi Leonard Amid MVP Race

The Oklahoma City Thunder secured the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference with a 128-110 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night at Intuit Dome. The result capped a dominant regular season for the defending champions, who improved to 64-16 and locked up home-court advantage throughout the playoffs.After the game, Kawhi Leonard […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Receives Rare Praise From Kawhi Leonard Amid MVP Race appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic Drops Major Quote on Aaron Gordon Partnership

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is a master at his craft. Sometimes, he doesn’t even have to move. He’ll throw his back to the basket and begin scanning the floor. What defenses will often do is slowly begin rotating over to his side. Numerous eyes are watching his every wiggle. That typically does one thing: open up […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic Drops Major Quote on Aaron Gordon Partnership appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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“You play four white boys, you ain't gonna beat nobody” – Kenyon Martin thinks the Lakers are not made for the playoffs basketball – Basketball Network

“You play four white boys, you ain't gonna beat nobody” - Kenyon Martin thinks the Lakers are not made for the playoffs basketball  Basketball Network

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Denver Nuggets Make History After Another Nikola Jokic Triple-Double

The Denver Nuggets achieved something that they have not done before during the Nikola Jokic era on Wednesday night. The Nuggets earned an easy win over the injury-depleted Memphis Grizzlies team.Jokic dropped his 34th triple-double of the season, putting up 14 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists in Denver’s 136-119 victory. He now has 198 […] The post Denver Nuggets Make History After Another Nikola Jokic Triple-Double appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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