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76ers’ Tyrese Maxey hilariously attempts LeBron James’ chalk toss tradition in Cleveland

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Coach Nick Nurse’s Philadelphia 76ers hit the road to take on the Cleveland Cavaliers in a key Eastern Conference NBA Cup matchup, which they played without center Adam Bona. The Sixers are 8-1 on the season and getting NBA Finals hype from Stephen A. Smith as they continue their quest for a championship run. 76ers […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey hilariously attempts LeBron James’ chalk toss tradition in Cleveland appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors' Draymond Green gets important injury update for Magic game

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The Golden State Warriors are set to host the Orlando Magic on Saturday night. Draymond Green is dealing with an injury, however. According to the NBA injury report, Green is questionable to play on Saturday due to right elbow inflammation/soreness. The 36-year-old forward is averaging 3.0 points, 7.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds per outing to […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green gets important injury update for Magic game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Josh Hart has already been ruled out for Knicks-Cavs game

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The New York Knicks have just one player listed on their NBA injury report for Saturday night’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. They will be without a key player, though, as Josh Hart has been ruled out due to right ankle soreness. Hart has been dealing with the ankle injury. It remains to be seen […] The post Why Josh Hart has already been ruled out for Knicks-Cavs game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mavericks center Daniel Gafford’s steal and slam dunk vs. Jazz is a sight to see

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Coach Dusty May’s Dallas Mavericks welcomed the Utah Jazz to American Airlines Center in Dallas as mercurial power forward/center Daniel Gafford helped lead his team in a close game. The Mavericks put on a show early behind record-setting Cooper Flagg, while Gafford showed off his exciting athleticism at home. He swatted a perimeter shot and […] The post Mavericks center Daniel Gafford’s steal and slam dunk vs. Jazz is a sight to see appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tiago Splitter hypes up Nic Claxton, Jalen Smith duo

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Tiago Splitter has a lot on his plate, eight games into his new role as head coach of the Chicago Bulls. They are 1-7 and face the daunting task of playing the dominant Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Bulls have a real vulnerability at center. Both Nic Claxton and Jalen Smith are battling back […] The post Tiago Splitter hypes up Nic Claxton, Jalen Smith duo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs-Sixers halftime dribbles

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CLEVELAND — Random dribbles from halftime of the Cavaliers’ home game against the 76ers on Friday. Cavs lead, 62-54. 1. The Cavs came out of the gate quickly, with high energy, good ball movement and strong shot-making. But other than maybe Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley, they’re just not getting enough consistency. 2. Mitchell has […] The post Cavs-Sixers halftime dribbles appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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How Ajay Mitchell has settled into his role as Thunder's second-leading scorer next to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

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OKLAHOMA CITY — Amid the early stages of the 2026-27 season, the Oklahoma City Thunder’s untimely injuries to three starters — Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace, and Chet Holmgren — has controlled most of the narrative surrounding the team, while two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Ajay Mitchell continue to thrive as a beacon of hope. Mitchell […] The post How Ajay Mitchell has settled into his role as Thunder’s second-leading scorer next to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appeared first on ClutchP...

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Cavs' Jarrett Allen ruled out for NBA Cup showdown with LeBron James' 76ers

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The Cleveland Cavaliers entered the new season with no fanfare, as analysts and fans latched onto other Eastern Conference squads like the Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors. A 4-4 start has only reinforced the lack of enthusiasm surrounding the Cavs. Building momentum and silencing the noise could be quite difficult with a diminished presence inside. […] The post Cavs’ Jarrett Allen ruled out for NBA Cup showdown with LeBron James’ 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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L.A. Notes: Ingram, Clippers, Thiero, Doncic, Carr, James

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Two-time All-Star forward Brandon Ingram thinks he’s getting close to making his 2026/27 — and Clippers — debut, tweets sideline reporter Ohm Youngmisuk. Ingram has been doing 5-on-5 work with contact in recent days as he ramps up his activity following offseason heel surgery. While Ingram said his heel is feeling better now, he doesn’t […]

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Why key stat provides optimism for Lakers’ defense

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Updated Nov 7, 12:19 AM ET

The Lakers aren’t where they want to be defensively.  But they have reasons to be optimistic that they can be a lot better on that end of the floor. The Lakers entered Friday’s home game against the Trail Blazers ranked No. 16 in defensive rating according to Cleaning The Glass, which filters out garbage time. ...

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Kenny Atkinson isn’t concerned about Donovan Mitchell’s scoring numbers

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 24: Head coach Kenny Atkinson of the Cleveland Cavaliers talks with Donovan Mitchell #45 during the first half against the Orlando Magic at Rocket Arena on March 24, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Nick Cammett/Getty Images) | Getty Images CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell is taking f...

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Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. has critical reaction to season-best performance

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Mikel Brown Jr. delivered his best NBA performance to date during the Brooklyn Nets’ 114-104 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday. The No. 6 pick scored a career-high 18 points on 6-of-11 shooting with two rebounds and four assists in 20 minutes. “[Mikel] was a big part of the win,” said head coach Jordi […] The post Nets rookie Mikel Brown Jr. has critical reaction to season-best performance appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Heat's Erik Spoelstra 'feels' for Tim Hardaway Jr. amid limited minutes

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With the Golden State Warriors beating the Miami Heat on Thursday on the second night of a back-to-back, 120-100, the latter is still looking to find its groove with all its new faces such as Giannis Antetokounmpo, Klay Thompson, and others. As the Heat now fall to 3-6 on the season after the loss to […] The post Why Heat’s Erik Spoelstra ‘feels’ for Tim Hardaway Jr. amid limited minutes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sandro Mamukelashvili upgraded on Lakers’ injury report for NBA Cup game vs. Blazers

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LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers come into their NBA Cup matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday riding a three-game win streak. And they’ll have as close to a healthy rotation as they can get. Forward Sandro Mamukelashvili was initially listed as questionable on the Lakers’ injury report due to an illness, […] The post Sandro Mamukelashvili upgraded on Lakers’ injury report for NBA Cup game vs. Blazers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers' Adem Bona ruled out for NBA Cup clash with Cavs

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The Philadelphia 76ers (8-1) own the best record in the early portion of the NBA campaign, thriving despite all the mouths they have to feed. They must preserve their core, though, especially superstar center Joel Embiid. The former MVP has played in seven of the team’s nine games so far, but head coach Nick Nurse […] The post 76ers’ Adem Bona ruled out for NBA Cup clash with Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ new big man accepts JJ Redick’s challenge, takes team to new heights

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Updated Nov 6, 11:28 PM ET

Luka Dončić is dominating headlines with arguably the greatest start in NBA history. But it’s no secret that Walker Kessler’s blue-collar work in the paint is just as essential to the Lakers’ success this season.  Before the Lakers played the Clippers on Oct. 28, coach JJ Redick issued a challenge to Kessler after he fell short of grabbing...

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Mavericks vs Jazz Preview and Injury Report: A homestand begins

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 04: Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz is defended by Dejounte Murray #5 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half of the game at Smoothie King Center on November 04, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Tyler Kaufman/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas...

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Updated Nov 6, 8:57 PM ET

Walsh will start Friday against the Hornets, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

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