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Thunder outgun the Heat for third straight win

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Miami Heat 124-112 to obtain their third straight win on Sunday night. Despite a slow start, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dropped 29 points, Jalen Williams scored 19, while Chet Holmgren and Ajay Mitchel added 16 for the Thunder. On the other hand, Andrew Wiggins scored 23 points, including seven three-pointers, to […] The post Thunder outgun the Heat for third straight win appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Scottie Barnes hits clutch free throw to beat Sixers 116-115

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

The Toronto Raptors outgun the Philadelphia 76ers after Scottie Barnes hit the tiebreaking free throw with 0.8 seconds remaining in overtime, 116-115 on Sunday night. The Raptors forward made the first of two from the line and intentionally missed the second as Toronto won its third straight home meeting with the 76ers. Barnes dropped 31 […] The post Scottie Barnes hits clutch free throw to beat Sixers 116-115 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Anthony Edwards seals dramatic win vs. Spurs with last-second floater

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Updated Jan 17, 11:24 PM ET

The Minnesota Timberwolves came into their game against the San Antonio Spurs looking to get back in the win column, and they did in dramatic fashion following Anthony Edwards’ game-winner. The Wolves trailed by a single point, 103-102 in the final seconds of the fourth quarter, when Edwards drove into the lane and threw up […] The post Anthony Edwards seals dramatic win vs. Spurs with last-second floater appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Europe-bound Grizzlies provide injury updates before facing Magic

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Updated Jan 15, 4:28 AM ET

The busted-up Memphis Grizzlies boarded a transatlantic flight for two European games against the Orlando Magic with far more questions than healthy bodies. After beating the Brooklyn Nets, Tuomas Iisalo offered a series of updates, painting a mixed picture of availability for Ja Morant, Ty Jerome, and Zach Edey. While the trip promises excitement for […] The post Europe-bound Grizzlies provide injury updates before facing Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Ranking Lakers wing trade targets ahead of 2026 deadline

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Updated Jan 22, 6:53 PM ET

The 2026 NBA Trade Deadline is officially less than one month away on Feb. 5, and it’s been no secret that the Los Angeles Lakers’ main goal is upgrade the team’s point of attack defense in the form of players on the wing. During the month of December, the Lakers were ranked No. 29 in […] The post Ranking Lakers wing trade targets ahead of 2026 deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Kevin Love admits Ricky Rubio regret that ‘haunted’ him during Cavs stint

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The former Cleveland Cavaliers and current Utah Jazz star Kevin Love has never shied away from self-reflection, but one of his most personal admissions surfaced only after Ricky Rubio stepped away from basketball. In 2024, Rubio officially retired from the NBA, choosing to prioritize his mental health after years of physical setbacks and personal struggles. […] The post Kevin Love admits Ricky Rubio regret that ‘haunted’ him during Cavs stint appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Where Grizzlies expect Cedric Coward to help calm ‘crunch time’ chaos

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The final minutes of a close NBA game are a unique brand of chaos. The pace tightens, the pressure mounts, and every possession becomes a high-stakes chess match where experience is the most valued currency. For Tuomas Iisalo’s drama-driven Memphis Grizzlies, finding players who can not only survive but thrive in that “crunch time” environment […] The post Where Grizzlies expect Cedric Coward to help calm ‘crunch time’ chaos appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Spurs coach: Keldon Johnson deserves Sixth Man consideration

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Keldon Johnson has quietly reshaped his identity with the San Antonio Spurs, emerging as one of the league’s most productive bench players after spending earlier seasons as a regular starter. According to Jeff McDonald of The San Antonio Express-News, the transition was not something Johnson embraced immediately, especially after establishing himself early in his career […] The post Spurs coach: Keldon Johnson deserves Sixth Man consideration appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Knicks rumors: 2 trade candidates to tweak roster

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The New York Knicks have hit a rough patch of late, losers of five out of their last six games as their Western Conference road trip continues, most recently including a loss to the Phoenix Suns. While injuries have played somewhat of a role, some have wondered if the Knicks might be motivated to try […] The post Knicks rumors: 2 trade candidates to tweak roster appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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John Wall wants Alex Sarr to ask Trae Young these questions after Wizards trade

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It’s exciting for a success-starved team like the Washington Wizards to land a player of Trae Young’s caliber in any case, but it’s especially satisfying for fans when a franchise icon analyzes the situation on its broadcast network. That’s what five-time NBA All-Star John Wall did after Young’s introductory press conference on Friday. Wall, who […] The post John Wall wants Alex Sarr to ask Trae Young these questions after Wizards trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Lakers Notes: James, Doncic, Hachimura, Season

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LeBron James‘ numbers for the Lakers this season are some of the lowest since his rookie year, but after a slow start, he’s starting to put things together. However, despite regaining his form, he knows what his role is for this team, writes Dave McMenamin for ESPN. Meaning, James knows that for the first time […]

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Bam Adebayo cites ‘process’ with Heat’s new starting lineup after losing to lowly Pacers

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Updated Jan 24, 1:24 PM ET

Though the Miami Heat have been the healthiest the team has been in a while, especially with the recent return of star guard Tyler Herro, the enthusiasm would come to a screeching halt with the 123-99 loss to the lowly Indiana Pacers. Despite the rumors around the Heat in what the team might do come […] The post Bam Adebayo cites ‘process’ with Heat’s new starting lineup after losing to lowly Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Timberwolves’ Chris Finch won’t coach vs. Spurs due to illness

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Updated Jan 18, 3:03 AM ET

The Minnesota Timberwolves will be facing the San Antonio Spurs, but they won’t have one of their key personnel to help during the matchup. It’s not a player, but it’s head coach Chris Finch, who is dealing with an illness, according to Brett Siegel of Clutch Points. “The Timberwolves say Head Coach Chris Finch will […] The post Timberwolves’ Chris Finch won’t coach vs. Spurs due to illness appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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