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Bulls Notes: Essengue, Buzelis, Starting Lineup, Claxton

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Noa Essengue hasn’t experienced much NBA success so far, but the Bulls still believe he can develop into a productive player, Julia Poe of The Chicago Tribune writes in a subscriber-only story. After being selected with the 12th pick in the 2025 draft, Essengue suffered a shoulder injury that required surgery and ended his rookie […]

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Kiah Stokes clowns ESPN analytics with parade shirt

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Prior to the start of the 2026 WNBA season, there were few pundits who picked the Golden State Valkyries to win the championship . ESPN’s preseason rankings based on their metrics gave the Indiana Fever, Las Vegas Aces, Minnesota Lynx, New York Liberty and Atlanta Dream the best odds to win the title, respectively. During the Valkyries’ […] The post Kiah Stokes clowns ESPN analytics with parade shirt appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Klay Thompson heating up just in time to bury Warriors in Golden State return

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Updated Nov 4, 10:33 PM ET

SAN FRANCISCO — The same Klay Thompson will be back in the building where he helped build the Warriors’ dynasty Thursday night, but he won’t look quite the same. The second Splash Brother is on his second team since going solo. Yes, it’s still an odd experience for Steve Kerr seeing Thompson rise and fire...

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Pistons vs 76ers Discussion: Game Time, TV, Odds, and More

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 30: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the game against the New York Knicks during a 2026 Emirates NBA Cup game on October 30, 2026 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 David Dow...

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How Shai Gilgeous-Alexander learned 'personal energy' matters amid Thunder's injury-laden season

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After the Oklahoma City Thunder suffered their worst regular-season loss — a 120-96 blowout by the Dallas Mavericks — All-Star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was at a loss for words when the Houston Rockets handed them another 20+ point demise three days later. He looked defeated watching from the bench throughout the fourth quarter of a […] The post How Shai Gilgeous-Alexander learned ‘personal energy’ matters amid Thunder’s injury-laden season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LaMelo Ball loves this ‘1-of-1’ X-factor who’s filling in all the gaps for Timberwolves

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MINNEAPOLIS — After logging 21 minutes in another impactful performance off the bench for the Minnesota Timberwolves, teammates and coaches alike sang the praises of forward Trey Lyles, who is back in the NBA after a year playing overseas in Madrid. Those teammates include his point guard and fellow new acquisition LaMelo Ball. “I love […] The post LaMelo Ball loves this ‘1-of-1’ X-factor who’s filling in all the gaps for Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kings rookie Darius Acuff matches feats not seen since Wilt Chamberlain and Shaq

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The Sacramento Kings are not winning a bunch of games so far in the 2026-27 NBA season, but rookie Darius Acuff Jr. is giving the franchise and its fans hope for a better future. Acuff, the seventh pick overall in the 2026 NBA Draft, is also not one to shy away from taking shots, and […] The post Kings rookie Darius Acuff matches feats not seen since Wilt Chamberlain and Shaq appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Luka Doncic’s underrated superpower making giant difference for Lakers

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Updated Nov 4, 10:22 PM ET

Luka Dončić’s scoring is dominating headlines.  But a huge reason the Lakers are soaring right now is his passing.  He had 13 assists in Monday’s 138-117 win over the Heat as the team finished with 39 assists, the most they’ve had in any game since Lakers coach JJ Redick took over the helm in June...

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Wizards vs. Hawks Discussion

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Updated Nov 4, 11:41 PM ET

ATLANTA, GA - FEBRUARY 26: Tre Johnson #12 of the Washington Wizards drives to the basket during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on February 26, 2026 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Joe Boatman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima...

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Sochan Declines Overseas Options, Hopeful Of NBA Return

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Jeremy Sochan had offers from teams in Europe and Australia but he’d rather wait for another NBA opportunity, he told Marc J. Spears of Andscape. Sochan was waived after spending training camp and the preseason on an Exhibit 9 contract with the Trail Blazers. He’s currently in the G League with the Texas Legends, the […]

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Rockets hope to stay red hot against Timberwolves

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HOUSTON, TX - NOVEMBER 2: Amen Thompson #1 and Fred VanVleet #5 of the Houston Rockets talk during the game against the Boston Celtics on November 2, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, 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 Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Im...

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Natalie Nakase drops ‘nasty’ admission on Valkyries during WNBA Finals celebration

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The Golden State Valkyries celebrated their WNBA Finals win with the requisite championship parade on Wednesday, an opportunity for the fanbase to continue celebrating the franchise’s historic win. The Valkyries became the first team in league history to win a title in only the second year of its existence. And for head coach Natalie Nakase, the […] The post Natalie Nakase drops ‘nasty’ admission on Valkyries during WNBA Finals celebration appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ culture a hot topic in the mediasphere

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Dec 23, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich speaks with San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) before the game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con The San Antonio Spurs’ “Pounding the Rock” culture is having a moment. In the recent 60 Minutes profile, Victor Wembanyama praised Gregg Popovich as “the greatest coach of all-time” and called the Spurs ...

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Utah Jazz vs New Orleans Pelicans: Preview, Start Time, How to Watch

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Updated Nov 4, 7:08 PM ET

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 23: Head Coach Will Hardy and Lauri Markkanen #23 of the Utah Jazz look on during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on October 23, 2026 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) ...

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Milwaukee Bucks (1-6) at Boston Celtics (5-2) Game #8 11/4/26

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Updated Nov 4, 10:42 PM ET

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 11: Neemias Queta #88 of the Boston Celtics fights for a loose ball with Myles Turner #3 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at Fiserv Forum on December 11, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images) | Getty Images Milwaukee Bucks (1-6) at Bo...

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Pacific Notes: Lendeborg, Suns Lineup, Doncic, Sanders, Strus

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Yaxel Lendeborg has gotten off to a such a promising start that he’s changed the Warriors’ outlook, owner Joe Lacob said in interview with 95.7 FM The Game. (hat tip to Taylor Wirth of NBCSportsBayArea.com). “Everyone makes mistakes, and we didn’t get the draft exactly right, or maybe we didn’t get the development right on […]

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Decoding: JJ Redick

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Mike has been doing more substack stuff and it's been very good. Here he works with Iztok to illustrate how the Lakers adjusted to how the Warriors were defending them. Simple in a way- just take Draymond (or Toronto's 5 or Miami's 5) out of the equation by screening with someone besides Walker. Good read though with clips to help illustrate the point. submitted by /u/nottherealstanlee [link] [comments]

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