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New York and Atlanta play another one-possession classic. How was Atlanta able to weather the 18-point comeback by the Knicks at the end? Minnesota absolutely derailed Nikola Jokic in a way we've almost never seen before. How did the Wolves do it, and what can Denver do to rebound? Scottie Barnes and Collin Murray-Boyles led the Raptors in what may be an exciting harbinger for the Raptors' future. Also, Taylor Jenkins will be the new Bucks coach. Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to g...

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Luke Kennard has been a revelation for the Los Angeles Lakers as he’s helped lead them to a 2-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets. Kennard has been a consistent source of offense for a Lakers team that’s been without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, and he’s delivered with two big playoff performances. Kennard has […]

Certain NBA contracts include player options in the final year. Those option years give the player the opportunity to either opt into the last year of his deal and finish out his contract or to decline the option and hit the free agent market a year early. Several factors play a part in a player’s […]

Austin Brown, the co-head of CAA’s basketball division, was repeatedly cited as a possible target for the Bulls after they dismissed front office executives Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley earlier this month, with Shams Charania of ESPN confirming on Monday that Chicago hoped to meet with Brown about the team’s vacancy at the top of […]

Here are several NBA players who are raising their stock in the early stages of the postseason, and several others who are in decline right now.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert has silenced critics with his laudable job against Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic in their back-to-back wins in their first-round series in the playoffs. Gobert made everything difficult for Jokic in Game 3 at Target Center on Thursday, limiting him to 7-of-26 shooting. His stifling defense was a major factor […] The post Watch Rudy Gobert’s hilarious exchange with Dirk Nowitzki about unexpected move in Timberwolves’ Game 3 win appeared first on C...

In a rare instance, Nikola Jokic looked vulnerable. He failed to lift the Denver Nuggets in Game 3 against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday, as they suffered a blowout loss, 113-96, and fell 2-1 in their first-round series in the playoffs. It was not for the lack of trying for Jokic, but he struggled against […] The post Jamal Murray’s panic level over unprecedented Nikola Jokic dud in Nuggets’ Game 3 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Portland Trail Blazers will host the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of their first round matchup in the 2026 NBA Playoffs, with the series ties 1-1 heading into the clash.

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson's trainer has made strong comments about head coach Mike Brown after Game 3 loss to the Atlanta Hawks.

Nikola Jokic endured the worst shooting night of his playoff career Thursday, connecting on just 7 of 26 field goal attempts as the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Denver Nuggets 113-96 to claim a 2-1 first-round series lead. The loss marked the first time since January that Denver failed to surpass 100 points. The Nuggets, who posted the second-best offensive rating in NBA history at 121.2 this regular season, were held scoreless at an alarming rate from the opening tip. Denver managed o...

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Among the many tales involving Michael Jordan playing cards, former NBA player Bonzi Wells adds one of his own.

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The 27 points and 15 rebounds that Nikola Jokic recorded on Thursday essentially matched – or exceeded – the averages he posted during the regular season, but it was a forgettable Game 3 for the Nuggets star, writes Anthony Slater of ESPN. Denver was outscored by 21 points during Jokic’s 35 minutes of action and […]

The Western Conference First Round heads to Houston this Friday, April 24, as the Houston Rockets host the Los Angeles Lakers for a high-stakes Game 3. Despite missing superstars Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, the Lakers (2-0) hold a commanding series lead after a gritty 101-94 victory on Tuesday night. For the Rockets, returning to the Toyota Center is a must-win scenario to avoid a potentially fatal 0-3 deficit. Catch every moment of this crucial matchup live on Prime Video. The story of th...

Rockets forward Kevin Durant has been ruled out for Friday night's Game 3 against the Lakers because of a left ankle sprain, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

The Admiral had an epic game back at the close of the 1994 regular season

A pivotal playoff night saw one of the greatest players ever stumble, the Hawks surge behind Jonathan Kuminga and pressure mount across the bracket

Once again, the New York Knicks have lost to the Atlanta Hawks in devastating fashion, and superfan Ben Stiller is baffled by head coach Mike Brown. Stiller wasn’t able to watch the game, writing, “I wish I could watch this game,” on X, formerly Twitter, while the game was going on. However, it appears he […] The post Knicks superfan Ben Stiller left baffled by Mike Brown after another devastating loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

This loss will linger. The New York Knicks’ 109-108 Game 3 defeat to the Atlanta Hawks in the 2026 NBA Playoffs raises uncomfortable questions about execution, composure, and accountability. This wasn’t a game stolen by brilliance alone. New York handed it away in the final minute. Of course, in the playoffs, those are the losses […] The post Knicks most to blame for second consecutive heartbreaking playoff loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

AJ Dybantsa has declared for the 2026 NBA Draft, leaving BYU after his freshman season. Dybantsa is one of the leading candidates to be selected with the No. 1 overall pick. Dybantsa is believed to have surpassed Darryn Peterson atop the big boards of many NBA teams due to his higher floor. Oddmakers currently give Dybantsa an implied probability of 70 percent of being the No. 1 pick. Dybantsa averaged 25.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 34.8 minutes across 35 games for BYU. Dybantsa...

Here's the latest on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and whether they will play in the first round game against the Rockets.

While Michael Beasley's tale of stealing pizza from Kevin Durant has already gained attention, the former NBA added revealed new details during a recent podcast appearance.

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LeBron James is a perfect 24-0 when leading 2-0 in playoff series and 32-0 with a two-game edge. With the Lakers up on the Rockets, history is on his side again.

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After a dominant performance in Game 3, CJ McCollum had nothing but praise for Jonathan Kuminga.

Little did anyone know that on July 11, 2007, a minor trade between the Seattle SuperSonics and the Orlando Magic would change NBA history.

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