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Did you know Clippers’ Lawrence Frank was accused of recording infamous Bobby Knight rant? Allegations go viral after Kawhi Leonard punishment

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The Los Angeles Clippers have been the talk of basketball, and maybe even the world of sports, over the past week as they were punished for salary cap circumvention that involved Kawhi Leonard. The league suspended Steve Ballmer from all league and team activities for a year, and Gillian Zucker was suspended without pay for […] The post Did you know Clippers’ Lawrence Frank was accused of recording infamous Bobby Knight rant? Allegations go viral after Kawhi Leonard punishment appeared first ...

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NBA Notes: Lakers, Collin Sexton, Hawks, Heat, Bobby Portis Jr.

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Lakers Collin Sexton has bounced around the NBA lately. He’s hoping the Lakers become something more permanent. Sexton signed a two-year, $19 million contract with Los Angeles this summer after finishing last season with the Bulls. He told ESPN LA that the opportunity to finally play for a winner was a major attraction. “I would […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Collin Sexton, Hawks, Heat, Bobby Portis Jr. appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Suns JAM Session Podcast: Jammin’ with Espo

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The original post-game podcast on Planet Purple! Click the SUBSCRIBE button. Click the BELL to turn on notifications. Watch it right here! Listen to the latest podcast episode of the Suns JAM Session Podcast below. Stay up to date on every episode, subscribe to the pod on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, YouTube Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, and Castbox. Please subscribe, rate, and review.

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Darius Garland, Max Strus could give battered Clippers something to build around

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The Clippers have had better weeks. But eventually they will have to get back to playing basketball, and when they do, a couple of familiar faces to Cavaliers fans could have significant roles. Darius Garland may be the biggest reason for whatever optimism remains in Los Angeles. Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports noted that Garland […] The post Darius Garland, Max Strus could give battered Clippers something to build around appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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NBA players who can veto trades during 2026-27 season

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NBA trade season eventually gets complicated. For a handful of players, it’s even more complicated than usual. As Luke Adams of Hoops Rumors notes, Damian Lillard is the only player who has a formal no-trade clause in his contract for the 2026-27 season. That doesn’t mean he’s the only player who can block a deal. […] The post NBA players who can veto trades during 2026-27 season appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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The Suns need Khaman Maluach to become more than a prospect

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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - APRIL 02: Khaman Maluach #10 of the Phoenix Suns defends against the Charlotte Hornets during their game at Spectrum Center on April 02, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images) | Getty Images As we saw with the steep punishment that the NBA han...

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Stephon Castle’s rise from intriguing prospect to winner

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SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 13: Stephon Castle #5 of the San Antonio Spurs shoots a free throw during the game against the New York Knicks during Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 13, 2026 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE(Photo by Jesse D. Garrab...

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