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Vlade Divac reflects on trade for Kobe Bryant with changed perspective.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves had no answer for the onslaught of the Denver Nuggets in Game 5 of their first-round battle in the playoffs at Ball Arena on Monday, absorbing a one-sided defeat, 125-113. Unlike in Game 4, the Timberwolves’ offense looked stagnant without Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo, who are out with a knee injury […] The post Timberwolves insider ponders potential Game 6 X-factor late into night after ugly loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nikola Jokic delivered a 27-point, 16-assist, 12-rebound triple-double Monday to keep the Denver Nuggets' season alive, as they defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 125-113 in Game 5. The series shifts to Minneapolis for Game 6 on Thursday with the Nuggets favored by 6.5 points. Oddsmakers now give the Nuggets a 61 percent probability of winning the series and completing the 3-1 comeback. Denver entered as an 11-point favorite against a Timberwolves squad already missing injured stars Anthony ...

The Eastern Conference First Round returns to the world's most famous arena this Tuesday, April 28, as the New York Knicks host the Atlanta Hawks for a critical Game 5. Following a dominant 114-98 statement victory by the Knicks on Saturday, this best-of-seven series is deadlocked at 2-2. With the momentum shifting back to Manhattan, both teams are now effectively in a three-game sprint to the second round. Catch every high-stakes moment live on Peacock. Game 4 was a masterclass by Karl-Antho...

An NBA insider believes Jalen Duren could be the long-term solution for the Lakers at the center spot.

The Boston Celtics host the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden on Tuesday night, as the home side has a big opportunity to close out the series.

The Orlando Magic are staring at history as they face the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs, with the run now tied to a rare path. This Magic-Pistons matchup carries weight. It carries undeniable pressure. According to The Sporting News’ Dan Treacy, only six No. 8 seeds have ever taken down a […] The post Magic looking to become 7th 8-seed to upset 1-seed. When was last time? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Calipari continues to prove that he's clearly winning the breakup following his departure from Kentucky in 2024

Jaden McDaniels got more pushback from the Denver Nuggets and their fans as he heard constant boos from the crowd all evening. All it did was embolden McDaniels, the antagonistic Minnesota Timberwolves forward who's worked his way under the skin of Nuggets Nation through his words and his actions. Following a 125-113 loss to Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series on Monday night, McDaniels insisted he wouldn't be back in Denver anytime soon.

Stephon Castle's jump-shooting was a concern for the Spurs coming into the playoffs, but he has put those concerns to rest.

The Phoenix Suns were swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder.

The Rockets get a bigger name and a better fit while the Clippers get a young star to build their team around.

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has a lot of free time these days after they failed to qualify for the playoffs. He can fully discuss various topics, serious or mundane, about the NBA on his podcast. In the latest episode, he chimed in on the issue regarding the ownership of the Portland Trail Blazers, […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green calls for overlooked player standards needed in every arena appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kyrie Irving did Cooper Flagg a solid here with this video.

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Jeremy Woo's NBA mock drafts for the 2026 cycle, including projected teams for Peterson, Dybantsa and Boozer.

For the Sparks to go where they want this year, they’ll be relying on Nneka Ogwumike in a multitude of ways.

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The Sixth Man of the Year is an undisputed leader in San Antonio and helped lead the Spurs back to the postseason.

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Nikola Jokic almost managed to trick Timberwolves rookie Joan Beringer.

Leaked audio reveals Jaden McDaniels calling Nikola Jokic out during Game 4 clash.

PHOENIX — After completing a 4-0 sweep in their best-of-7 series, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gave Phoenix Suns guard Dillon Brooks his flowers. The Thunder’s 131-122 win over the Suns in Game 4 capped off Oklahoma City’s second consecutive first-round sweep. After the win, Gilgeous-Alexander highlighted Brooks’ impact for the Suns this season, […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘redefining’ take on Suns’ Dillon Brooks after Thunder sweep appeared first on Clutc...

The Raptors won Game 4 over the Cavaliers despite missing 26 of 30 three-point attempts and shooting just 32.0% from the field. That’s a feat no team in playoff history has ever accomplished, writes Josh Lewenberg of TSN. It was an anomalous victory, which makes sense, because it was led by Toronto’s anomalous star, Scottie Barnes. […]