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Fever news: Stephanie White expects 'another level' from Caitlin Clark after Game 2

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Indiana Fever fans might have seen nothing yet from Caitlin Clark in the first round of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs . Clark had a masterpiece of a performance on Tuesday to help the Fever stave off elimination at the hands of the reigning WNBA champions Las Vegas Aces. The former No. 1 overall WNBA draft pick delivered when it mattered the most for her […] The post Fever news: Stephanie White expects 'another level' from Caitlin Clark after Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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New NBA Rumors Update RJ Barrett's Raptors Contract Talks After Kawhi Leonard Trade

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The Toronto Raptors reportedly opened training camp without having begun serious contract talks with RJ Barrett, according to Sportsnet's Michael Grange.

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“They Got Championship DNA”: Caitlin Clark Sends Warning To Fever Teammates Ahead Of Decisive Game 3 Vs. Aces - Fadeaway World

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The Indiana Fever bounced back from a disappointing Game 1, beating the Las Vegas Aces 99-89 in Game 2 to force a decisive Game 3. Caitlin Clark delivered a historic performance, scoring 27 points, adding 15 assists, and grabbing seven rebounds. She also became the first player in WNBA history to record a points-assists double-double […]

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Atlantic Division watch: New look 76ers may be LeBron’s last dance

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Updated Sep 30, 12:39 AM ET

Dub Nation, the Golden State Warriors went 0-2 against the Philadelphia 76ers last season. That Philly team had a young, springy energy through Tyrese Maxey and the rookie V.J. Edgecombe. Those two dudes were a two-headed monster that took turns giving the Warriors fits. Steph Curry missed both contests, and former MVP Joel Embiid played in only one, but regardless it was clear that Philly was a force to be reckoned with. This year? They have suddenly morphed into the modern-day Monstarz, wit...

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Rui Hachimura converts Lakers fan to Clippers stan in wild gift exchange

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Rui Hachimura moved on from the Lakers, and he’s hoping his fans do, too. On his official Instagram account @blacksamurai, a clip of Hachimura gifting a Clippers jersey to a fan was posted. The fan originally was wearing Hachimura’s No. 28 Lakers jersey, but the forward asked the boy to swap it for a new...

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Training Camp Day 1: Blazers Set Their Sights on 50-Plus Wins

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Updated Sep 30, 2:21 PM ET

PORTLAND, OR - SEPTEMBER 28: Toumani Camara #33 of the Portland Trail Blazers poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at the Portland Trail Blazers practice facility in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Cameron Browne/NBAE via Getty Images) ...

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Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo-Bam Adebayo duo in action is 'surreal' to Erik Spoelstra

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Updated Sep 30, 1:19 PM ET

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat starting a new era with Giannis Antetokounmpo at the forefront, Tuesday was the first day of training camp at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in Boca Raton, Florida, as the star continues to build chemistry with the team. As the Heat newcomer comes off a long stint with the Milwaukee […] The post Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo-Bam Adebayo duo in action is ‘surreal’ to Erik Spoelstra appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wings vs. Valkyries Preview: Dallas hosts Golden State in win-or-go-home Game 2

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Updated Sep 30, 4:46 PM ET

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers (5) drives the ball as Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton (22) defends during the first half of Game 1 of the first round of the WNBA playoffs in San Francisco, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. (Photo by Stephen Lam/San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images) The No. 7 Dallas Wings return home to host the No. 2 Golden State Valkyries in Game 2 of the WNBA’s first playoff round on Wednesday night. The matchup follows the Wings’ 104-80 blowout loss Sunday at the...

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It seems like Dylan Harper will start for the Spurs

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Updated Sep 30, 6:48 PM ET

SAN ANTONIO, TX -SEPTEMBER 28: Stephon Castle #5, De'Aaron Fox 34 and Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs pose for photos during San Antonio Spurs Media Day at Victory Capital Performance Center on September 28, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images) | Getty Images Media day is ...

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Knicks Hoping For Karl-Anthony Towns Extension Closer To $200M Over Four Years

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The New York Knicks are navigating a challenging contract extension discussion with Karl-Anthony Towns and are significantly apart on a new number. The Knicks are "far more interested" in signing Towns to a contract closer to a four-year, $200 million deal compared to the four-year, $276 million extension he is eligible to sign, reports Jake Fischer at Bleacher Report. Towns is prepared to sign for less than his max, but the two sides are significantly apart on value. Towns can become a free ...

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Lakers’ JJ Redick reveals reason he’s most excited about Walker Kessler

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Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler is raring to return to action after missing all but five games last season due to a shoulder injury. A change of scenery with the Lakers could be the perfect opportunity for Kessler, who signed a 4-year, $130 million contract in July. The Lakers acquired him via a sign-and-trade […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick reveals reason he’s most excited about Walker Kessler appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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