Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
NBA announces MVP finalists, award announcement
The NBA officially announced the finalists for the 2025-26 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player Award on Saturday, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama earning the league’s top individual honor nominations. The announcement was made through the NBA’s official PR account on X, formerly known as Twitter, which also confirmed the winner will be […] The post NBA announces MVP finalists, award announcement appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jalen Williams Announces Major Personal Update Before Game 1 vs Spurs
The 2026 Western Conference final is locked in, and a familiar team from last year, the Oklahoma City Thunder, will be there. OKC is also the defending NBA champion, while the San Antonio Spurs are making a conference finals appearance for the first time since 2014. Teams are coming on ahead of Game 1 and […] The post Jalen Williams Announces Major Personal Update Before Game 1 vs Spurs appeared first on HEAVY.
San Antonio Spurs vs OKC Thunder Western Conference Finals: Schedule, Head-to-Head, Last 5 Games And More
San Antonio Spurs vs OKC Thunder Western Conference Finals details.
Video: Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama Pulls Off Weirdest Flop of the Playoffs
Victor Wembanyama built his image around “pure and ethical basketball.” In Game 6 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, he may have put that reputation on the floor.It happened early in the first quarter at Target Center, caught on video and posted to X by @BrickCenter_.Julius Randle went up near the paint, the two came together on […] The post Video: Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama Pulls Off Weirdest Flop of the Playoffs appeared first on HEAVY.
Jalen Williams’ hamstring timeline is the real question inside Oklahoma City’s 8-0 start
Oklahoma City has done everything right so far. The Thunder swept the Lakers to move to 8-0 in the postseason, and that unbeaten run has…
Suns’ Dillon Brooks Fires Off Bold Opinion on NBA Officiating Controversy
Tony Brothers has been the reason behind two of the biggest officiating controversies that have happened in the 2026 playoffs. Dillon Brooks, Phoenix Suns forward, of all players, went on Twitch to defend him.In a clip shared by ClutchPoints via the Ray/Twitch stream, Brooks opened up on Brothers and the broader state of NBA officiating. […] The post Suns’ Dillon Brooks Fires Off Bold Opinion on NBA Officiating Controversy appeared first on HEAVY.
Darryn Peterson Makes Massive Claim About Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Comparisons
Darryn Peterson was one of the most hyped players in college basketball. However, he could not make much of an impact at Kansas, as his season was repeatedly halted by hamstring injuries and recurring cramping. He only played 24 games, but showed flashes of his ability, averaging 20.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.6 assists. Despite […]
Kevin Garnett rips Paul Pierce over International vs. American players
The NBA has turned into a global league, with fans from around the world following the best players that are now coming from all corners of the world. The best players in the NBA right now are all international, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Canada), Victor Wembanyama (France), Nikola Jokic (Serbia), and Luka Doncic (Slovenia) all taking […] The post Kevin Garnett rips Paul Pierce over International vs. American players appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunder Still ‘Need’ Jalen Williams Despite Ajay Mitchell Breakout
Ajay Mitchell helped the Thunder sweep the Lakers, but Locked On Thunder says OKC still needs Jalen Williams back for its title push. The post Thunder Still ‘Need’ Jalen Williams Despite Ajay Mitchell Breakout appeared first on HEAVY.
Thunder’s 18-0 record vs. California NBA teams feels historically absurd
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been dominant so far in these playoffs, recently surviving their first close call of the postseason in Game 4 of the second round against the Los Angeles Lakers to complete their second straight sweep. The Thunder once again led the NBA in wins this season and are now just eight […] The post Thunder’s 18-0 record vs. California NBA teams feels historically absurd appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Teams With Too Many Mouths to Feed
Some NBAbasketball teams will start the 2026-27 season with very clear roles. One or two main stars take all the shots, while everyone else plays a minor role. This makes it incredibly easy for fantasy managers to pick players because you always know who will get the stats. However, other ...
LeBron James had 1 request for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after Lakers’ playoff exit
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were swept by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the Western Conference playoffs. Luka Doncic missed the entire postseason with a hamstring strain, and James’ impressive performance was not enough to knock off the defending NBA champions. After the Game 4 loss … The post LeBron James had 1 request for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after Lakers’ playoff exit appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
NBA Fans Explode After Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Blunt Comment for Audience Hating His Free Throws
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander embraced the criticism surrounding his free throws after Oklahoma City’s playoff sweep of the Lakers, telling fans, “I would hate me too.”
How Ajay Mitchell emerged as Thunder’s breakout starter
Without any guarantee of establishing a role, the Oklahoma City Thunder selected Ajay Mitchell with the 38th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Less than two years later, Mitchell helped the Thunder sweep the second round against the Los Angeles Lakers. Scoring 18+ points in all four outings, including a playoff career-high 28 points […] The post How Ajay Mitchell emerged as Thunder’s breakout starter appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunder’s Jalen Williams calls out ignorant Shai Gilgeous-Alexander haters
There is no doubt that the Oklahoma City Thunder are the best team in the NBA. The defending champions have yet to lose in the 2026 NBA playoffs, but their successes have led to a lot of hate. The team has been villainized, and soon-to-be back-to-back MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, in particular, has been heavily criticized […] The post Thunder’s Jalen Williams calls out ignorant Shai Gilgeous-Alexander haters appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunder’s Shai-Gilgeous-Alexander hits Lakers fans with LeBron James, Luka Doncic free throw mic drop
The defending champion and reigning MVP, who has led his team to a perfect 8-0 record in this year’s playoffs, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is embracing the villain role, much like Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James and Luka Doncic. After Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder swept the Lakers to advance to the Western Conference […] The post Thunder’s Shai-Gilgeous-Alexander hits Lakers fans with LeBron James, Luka Doncic free throw mic drop appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"Because he's 6'2, they don't want to give him credit" – Rashad McCants believes Jalen Brunson can be compared to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – Basketball Network
"Because he's 6'2, they don't want to give him credit" - Rashad McCants believes Jalen Brunson can be compared to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Basketball Network
Luka Dončić’s Recruit Now Emerging as Lakers Offseason Priority
A new report reveals the Lakers have growing interest in retaining a key veteran guard who was originally recruited by Luka Dončić. The post Luka Dončić’s Recruit Now Emerging as Lakers Offseason Priority appeared first on HEAVY.
Chandler Parsons says he’d take Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell over LaMelo Ball
On Monday evening, the Oklahoma City Thunder swept their way into the Western Conference Finals with a tight road win over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of their second round series. While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had his first big scoring night of the series in this one, Ajay Mitchell once again impressed, scoring 28 […] The post Chandler Parsons says he’d take Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell over LaMelo Ball appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Controversy Erupts as New Video Angle Shows Possible Chet Holmgren Travel in Final Minute
A new replay angle of Chet Holmgren’s clutch dunk against the Lakers reignited debate online over whether the Thunder star traveled late in Game 4.
Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell did not stutter about ‘killer’ who delivered final blow to Lakers
On Monday evening, the Oklahoma City Thunder punched their ticket to a second straight Western Conference Finals with a narrow road win over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of their series. The Thunder are now 8-0 in these playoffs, made even more impressive by the fact that the majority of the games have […] The post Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell did not stutter about ‘killer’ who delivered final blow to Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
LeBron James had a loaded quote after losing to the Thunder
Have we seen the last of LeBron James as an NBA player? The superstar forward did not say much about what his future plans are following the Los Angeles Lakers’ 115-110 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4 of a second-round series at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. Although he never said … The post LeBron James had a loaded quote after losing to the Thunder appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Lakers Receive Brutal LeBron James Message After Playoff Sweep
There it is. Just like that. The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2025-26 season has come to an unceremonious end. The Lakers were dealt a 110-115 loss in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals, sweeping them out of the playoffs for the second time in four seasons. Los Angeles went from making history in the first […] The post Lakers Receive Brutal LeBron James Message After Playoff Sweep appeared first on HEAVY.