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Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball leaves Spurs announcers disgusted by spitting on court in frustration

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Minnesota Timberwolves guard LaMelo Ball had a frustrating night against the San Antonio Spurs, and one moment left the broadcast crew reacting in disbelief. Ball appeared to spit directly onto the court after picking up his fourth foul before halftime during Saturday’s 121-111 loss. The incident happened in the second quarter, with Ball already struggling […] The post Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball leaves Spurs announcers disgusted by spitting on court in frustration appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hawks Exercise 2027/28 Option On Asa Newell

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The Hawks have picked up their third-year option on forward Asa Newell, the team announced in a press release. Newell, the 23rd overall pick in last year’s draft, is making about $3.4MM this season. The transaction locks in his $3.56MM cap hit for 2027/28. More to come…

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Kyrie Irving expected to headline NBA trade market - TalkBasket.net

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Kyrie Irving is expected to be the most in-demand player at the NBA trade deadline, with Detroit among the teams identified as a potential suitor, according to Chris Mannix. The post Kyrie Irving expected to headline NBA trade market appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Pelicans Notes: Fears, Jones, Murray, Matkovic, McCollum

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New Pelicans head coach Jamahl Mosley was forced to alter his rotation on Thursday against Sacramento because Dejounte Murray was away from the team due to the birth of his son and Jordan Poole was out with an ankle injury, writes Les East of NOLA.com. Herbert Jones took Murray’s place in the starting lineup and […]

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LSU lands 5-star center Xavier Young for class of 2027

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Five-star center Xavier Young has committed to LSU and plans to reclassify into the 2027 class. The 16-year-old will need to spend at least two years in college before he's eligible for the NBA draft.

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Winners & Sinners: Week 2

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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 26: Tyler Herro #11 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball against Pascal Siakam #43 of the Indiana Pacers in the third quarter at Fiserv Forum on October 26, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to Winners & Sinners, wh...

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Final Five: Breaking down the clutch minutes of the Mavericks’ 116-111 win over the Houston Rockets

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DALLAS, TX - OCTOBER 30: Daniel Gafford #21 and Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks celebrates during the game against the Houston Rockets during the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup on October 30, 2026 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. 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 Glenn ...

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Northwest Notes: Thunder, Adversity, LaMelo, Jazz

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The Thunder lost second-round pick Otega Oweh to a torn Achilles tendon during the preseason (he was subsequently waived to make room for Micah Peavy), then Jalen Williams (fractured fibula/dislocated left ankle), Cason Wallace (torn left labrum) and Chet Holmgren (small right patellar tendon tear) all suffered serious injuries on October 25, the team’s third […]

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