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LeBron James’ role in Lakers canceling shootaround amid grueling schedule

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LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers are about to hit a tough part of their schedule in which they are playing almost every other day and have two sets of back-to-backs through the end of the month. Last month amid the NBA Cup, the schedule was a little more spaced out. But January is […] The post LeBron James’ role in Lakers canceling shootaround amid grueling schedule appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Hawks’ Jalen Johnson soars through air for thunderous dunk vs. Warriors

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Updated Jan 24, 11:24 AM ET

Jalen Johnson continues to soar for the Atlanta Hawks—literally and figuratively. The Hawks’ trading of Trae Young to the Washington Wizards signaled that Johnson is now the face of the franchise. On Sunday, he led the Hawks to their third straight win after trouncing the Golden State Warriors, 124-111, at Chase Center. Johnson tallied 23 […] The post Hawks’ Jalen Johnson soars through air for thunderous dunk vs. Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Giannis after loss to Jokic-less Nuggets: “We can be better”

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

Despite missing Nikola Jokic, the Denver Nuggets hold to on to beat the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo The post Giannis after loss to Jokic-less Nuggets: “We can be better” appeared first on Eurohoops .

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Nuggets survive late rally against Bucks 108-104

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

The shorthanded Denver Nuggets outlasted the Milwaukee Bucks in a close game, 108-104, on Sunday evening. Nuggets’ Tim Hardaway Jr. dropped 25 points, Aaron Gordon scored 23, while Peyton Watson with 19 points, had eight rebounds, and six assists, and Zeke Nnaji added 14 points and 11 rebounds for his first double-double of the season. […] The post Nuggets survive late rally against Bucks 108-104 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Collin Murray-Boyles stuns 76ers with historic stat line

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The Toronto Raptors squeaked past the Philadelphia 76ers with a 116-115 win on Sunday, a win that was made possible due to rookie Collin Murray-Boyles’ franchise history-making stat line, as per StatMuse. During the Raptors’ win against the 76ers, Collin Murray-Boyles became the first player in franchise history to post a stat-line of 17 points, […] The post Collin Murray-Boyles stuns 76ers with historic stat line appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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How Grizzlies noticed Cam Spencer’s ‘featured player’ status among rivals scouts

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The journey from a summer league prospect to a central figure on an opponent’s whiteboard is rarely a quiet one. However, Cam Spencer’s ascent with the bruised-up Memphis Grizzlies has been marked by a subtle but unmistakable shift in the atmosphere whenever the young guard takes the floor. What began as a summer experiment has […] The post How Grizzlies noticed Cam Spencer’s ‘featured player’ status among rivals scouts appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Timberwolves’ Julius Randle sends savage message to Victor Wembanyama without uttering a word

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The Minnesota Timberwolves found themselves locked in a close battle against the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday night, putting up quite the spirited effort on the second night of a back-to-back. In the end, the Timberwolves managed to overcome a 19-point deficit en route to a 104-103 victory over the Spurs courtesy of a game-winning […] The post Timberwolves’ Julius Randle sends savage message to Victor Wembanyama without uttering a word appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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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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