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DeMarcus Cousins tells Deandre Ayton to “stay quiet and play”

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

Former NBA All-Star DeMarcus Cousins delivered a blunt message to Deandre Ayton following the Los Angeles Lakers’ loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Cousins reacted after Ayton publicly expressed frustration about not getting enough touches in the game. Speaking on Run It Back, Cousins criticized Ayton’s comments and urged him to focus on his role. […] The post DeMarcus Cousins tells Deandre Ayton to “stay quiet and play” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Raptors head to TD Garden with multiple players questionable against Celtics

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

The Toronto Raptors (23-15) travel to Boston to face the Celtics (23-13) on Friday at 7:00 PM ET, looking to extend their three-game winning streak. The matchup at TD Garden will test both teams’ depth as injuries impact key rotations. Toronto enters the game with Scottie Barnes (right knee sprain) and Brandon Ingram (right thumb […] The post Raptors head to TD Garden with multiple players questionable against Celtics appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Markkanen scores 33 points as Jazz edge Mavericks

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

Lauri Markkanen poured in 33 points and grabbed seven rebounds to lead the Utah Jazz to a 116-114 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night at Delta Center. The win snapped Utah’s five-game losing streak and improved their record to 13-24. Keyonte George supported with 19 points and seven assists. Brice Sensabaugh added 14 […] The post Markkanen scores 33 points as Jazz edge Mavericks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Kawhi Leonard Out At Least Two More Games With Knee Injury

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

Star forward Kawhi Leonard is being sent home to Los Angeles for treatment on his injured left knee and will miss the final two games of the Clippers‘ road trip, the team announced (Twitter link via Law Murray of The Athletic). More to come…

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LaMelo Ball’s never-before-seen NBA feat wasted in Hornets’ loss to Pacers

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Updated Jan 16, 10:17 AM ET

LaMelo Ball came off the bench for the Charlotte Hornets against the Indiana Pacers at Spectrum Center on Thursday, and it almost paid dividends. The Hornets fell short against the Pacers, 114-112, despite Ball’s productive evening. He finished with a game-high 33 points, including seven three-pointers, on top of three rebounds, eight assists, and three […] The post LaMelo Ball’s never-before-seen NBA feat wasted in Hornets’ loss to Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Heat’s Erik Spoelstra gets real on Kel’el Ware’s ‘immense’ improvement

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Updated Jan 18, 9:23 AM ET

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra shared some critical remarks about Kel’el Ware’s growth in his skillset this season. Ware has significantly improved as a sophomore in the NBA with the Heat. He’s increased his scoring and rebounding tendencies while being more active as a shot-blocker. Miami was coming off a brutal 122-94 blowout loss […] The post Heat’s Erik Spoelstra gets real on Kel’el Ware’s ‘immense’ improvement appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel firing draws Erik Spoelstra reaction

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Updated Jan 13, 8:43 PM ET

As Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra continues to lead the team, having started in the role since 2008, the other local team, the Miami Dolphins, still seeks to find some continuity in the same role. While Spoelstra has been an emphasis for the Heat ever since his start, the Dolphins will be on the […] The post Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel firing draws Erik Spoelstra reaction appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Clippers rumors: Michael Porter Jr. to Clippers trade could hit snag over past injury concerns

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Updated Jan 15, 9:41 PM ET

The NBA trade deadline is coming up, and with it, all sorts of trade rumors are out there. One of the biggest revolves around Michael Porter Jr. and where he could end up. The big rumor is that the Los Angeles Clippers are interested in him. However, one thing that might stop the Clippers from […] The post Clippers rumors: Michael Porter Jr. to Clippers trade could hit snag over past injury concerns appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Mavs Place In Standings Won't Determine When Kyrie Irving Returns

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Updated Jan 23, 9:38 AM ET

Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving is working towards a return from the torn ACL he suffered last season. When Irving plays again will be determined by when he's ready to play, not the Mavericks record. "That has nothing to do with it," Dallas coach Jason Kidd said when asked if where Dallas is in the standings will factor into Irving's return. "It's about, for him, mentally and physically being able to play at the highest level in his mind. No one else's." Kidd went on to say Irving i...

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WNBA, Players Association Enter Status Quo Period As CBA Deadline Passes Friday

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Updated Jan 10, 1:13 AM ET

The WNBA and players association will not reach a collective bargaining agreement before Friday's deadline and will enter a "status quo" period maintaining the current CBA. WNBPA vice president Breanna Stewart confirmed Thursday the sides remain far apart on key issues but will continue negotiating in good faith. "We are not coming to an agreement by tomorrow, I can tell you that," Stewart said after practice at Unrivaled. "We're just going to continue to negotiate in good faith." Strike Auth...

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Are Darius Garland, Anthony Edwards playing tonight? Cavs vs. Timberwolves injury report

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Updated Jan 10, 10:33 AM ET

The Cleveland Cavaliers are on the road Thursday to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in a home-and-home series. Darius Garland is listed as questionable on the injury report with a right hand contusion, while Anthony Edwards is listed as questionable for right foot injury maintenance. Cavs veteran Larry Nance Jr. has a chance to play […] The post Are Darius Garland, Anthony Edwards playing tonight? Cavs vs. Timberwolves injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown reveals how he’ll adjust to fickle officiating after Nuggets loss

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BOSTON — Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown takes pride in not needing to flop to score. However, his lack of acting for calls sometimes causes officials to overlook the physical contact he endures on a nightly basis. The Green Team’s 114-110 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Monday evening was a prime example of that. […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown reveals how he’ll adjust to fickle officiating after Nuggets loss appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Tony Bradley, Pacers Sign 10-Day Contract

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Updated Jan 18, 9:23 AM ET

The Indiana Pacers have signed center Tony Bradley to a 10-day contract. Bradley has appeared in 29 games this season with the Pacers, averaging 3.9 points and 2.6 rebounds in 10.7 minutes. Bradley is represented by Mitch Frankel and is in his eighth NBA season.

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NBA rumors: ESPN proposes Timberwolves-Bulls trade, but not involving Coby White

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Updated Jan 21, 11:12 AM ET

Lately, there has been buzz around the NBA. The Minnesota Timberwolves are looking to acquire Coby White from the Chicago Bulls in a trade. However, ESPN has another idea up its sleeve: a trade proposal that doesn’t involve White. According to NBA insiders, the deal would be between the Timberwolves and Bulls. However, it involves […] The post NBA rumors: ESPN proposes Timberwolves-Bulls trade, but not involving Coby White appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Giannis: No Plans To Leave Bucks, Asking For Trade ‘Not In My Nature’

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Updated Jan 16, 1:23 PM ET

Speaking to Sam Amick of The Athletic after Wednesday’s loss to Golden State, Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo reiterated that he’s “locked in” with the team and said he plans to remain in Milwaukee for the rest of his career. “There will never be a chance, and there will never be a moment that I will […]

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Trae Young Trade Notes: Possible Extension, Trade Bonus, TPE, More

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Updated Jan 11, 6:45 PM ET

Once the trade sending Trae Young to Washington is officially complete, the Wizards and their new starting point guard will be open to exploring a potential contract extension, but it won’t be “top of mind,” reports ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne (Twitter link). As Shelburne explains, both the Wizards and Young may take the opportunity to evaluate […]

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