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Andre Drummond claims greatest rebounder title awaits him

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New York Knicks center Andre Drummond has reiterated his belief that he deserves to be considered the greatest rebounder in NBA history once he surpasses Dennis Rodman on the league's all-time rebounding list. The post Andre Drummond claims greatest rebounder title awaits him appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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The Lakers are starting to find their way

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Simply looking at the Lakers 11-2 record tells you they’ve been playing really well to start the season. Irrespective of the competition, you simply don’t win at this rate — including seven games in a row after Wednesday’s victory in Milwaukee — without doing way more things right than wrong. That said, one of the benefits of watching a team on a day-to-day basis is that you gain perspective on what you’re watching, are better able to contextualize the results and can speak to the differences...

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Liberty practice facility won’t be ready for camp; team may move into HSS

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Photo via Norman Oder/Atlantic Yards Report Heaven can wait. The New York Liberty’s vaunted $80 million, 75,000 square foot training facility in Greenpoint, announced last May and heralded by the team “as among the best training facilities in all of professional sports,” won’t be ready for the Libs’ training camp which begins in April nor the start of the regular season in May. Instead, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment, parent of the Nets, Liberty and Barclays Center, is considering spending u...

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Montrezl Harrell hated playing basketball in China

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Former NBA forward Montrezl Harrell has discussed his difficult experience playing basketball in China, admitting that he disliked his two-month stay in the country. The post Montrezl Harrell hated playing basketball in China appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Montrezl Harrell Reveals He Nearly Fought Paul George During 2020 NBA Bubble, 'I Will Beat Your Ass'

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Updated Nov 13, 6:09 PM ET

Former NBA center Montrezl Harrell explained why he was almost involved in a fight with Los Angeles Clippers teammate Paul George during a second-round playoff clash with the Denver Nuggets in the 2020 NBA bubble.

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NBA rumors: ClutchPoints insider eyes surprise Grizzlies star as Heat’s Kyrie Irving trade backup plan

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The Miami Heat have found some life over the last few games, but it still feels like they need to add some more scoring power to their team. It’s why Kyrie Irving’s name continues to be connected to them, but it’s uncertain if the Dallas Mavericks are willing to trade him. In the event that […] The post NBA rumors: ClutchPoints insider eyes surprise Grizzlies star as Heat’s Kyrie Irving trade backup plan appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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It sure doesn’t sound like Clippers’ Bradley Beal will be ready to play anytime soon, if ever again

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The Los Angeles Clippers have endured a terrible 2-8 start to the season, with Darius Garland their only player to average more than 20 points per game. One player who has previously attained those levels is the injured Bradley Beal, who last played in the NBA back in November 2025. Beal suffered a broken hip […] The post It sure doesn’t sound like Clippers’ Bradley Beal will be ready to play anytime soon, if ever again appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Suns’ Devin Booker, Jordan Ott working through ‘figuring-it-out stage’ with new-look roster

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PHOENIX– Two close wins in a matter of five days, but the Phoenix Suns have more work to do. After starting the season 1-5, they’ve won the last four of five, and registered a trademark win thanks to Devin Booker. The latter has played at perhaps an All-NBA level to begin the 2026-27 campaign. He’s […] The post Suns’ Devin Booker, Jordan Ott working through ‘figuring-it-out stage’ with new-look roster appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Moe Wagner has joking reaction to heated altercation with former Magic coach Jamahl Mosley

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Jamahl Mosley got into a heated altercation with Moe Wagner during Wednesday’s New Orleans Pelicans-Brooklyn Nets matchup. Mosley picked up a technical for yelling at Wagner, his former Orlando Magic player, after the Nets center said something toward the New Orleans bench. The Pelicans coach had to be held back during the altercation. Jamahl Mosley […] The post Moe Wagner has joking reaction to heated altercation with former Magic coach Jamahl Mosley appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Rockets have reinvented their offense

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HOUSTON, TX - NOVEMBER 11: Alperen Sengun #28 and Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets high five during the game against the Golden State Warriors on November 11, 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) | NB...

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Shakira Austin wants the Mystics to sign Kelsey Mitchell in free agency

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - SEPTEMBER 20: Kelsey Mitchell #0 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball during the game against the Washington Mystics on September 20, 2026 at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Pepper Robinson/NBAE via Getty Ima...

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Tell us where you want to see the WNBA’s three highest-profile free agents—Napheesa Collier, Kelsey Mitchell and Kelsey Plum—go this offseason

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Napheesa Collier. | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images It’s never too early to start looking at the WNBA free agency picture. This year, a ton of players are available. And while that was also true last season, when we saw limited activity due to the compressed offseason, there’s a good chance some big stars will look to take their talents elsewhere before the 2027 WNBA season tips off. And if they do, it could alter the 2027 championship chase. Three players, in particular, could massively sha...

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Central Notes: Mitchell, Harden, Cunningham, Zubac

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The Cavaliers’ inconsistent start to the season hasn’t shaken Donovan Mitchell’s faith that the team is talented enough to compete for a title, writes Jamal Collier of ESPN. Cleveland is off to a 6-6 start, and the up-and-down nature of the team was reflected this week with a double-digit loss at Charlotte on Monday, followed […]

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Lakers’ 11-2 start hasn’t convinced everyone they’re title contenders

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The Lakers are among the NBA’s top teams this season. But not everyone is convinced even with the team’s 11-2 start. Former NBA champion-turned-analyst Kendrick Perkins doesn’t believe the Lakers have done enough to convince the public that they are legitimate title contenders. Los Angeles Lakers’ Luka Doncic (77) reacts during the second half of...

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Pelicans vs. Grizzlies injury report: Trey Murphy III among 4 doubtful NOLA players for NBA Cup

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The New Orleans Pelicans will look to end their four-game losing streak when they host the Memphis Grizzlies at Smoothie King Center on Friday in the NBA Cup. The Pelicans will be eager to bounce back after getting embarrassed by the Brooklyn Nets in front of their home crowd on Wednesday. New Orleans was blown […] The post Pelicans vs. Grizzlies injury report: Trey Murphy III among 4 doubtful NOLA players for NBA Cup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder vs. Clippers injury report: Ajay Mitchell’s status for NBA Cup after missing Blazers game

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The Oklahoma City Thunder will clash with the LA Clippers after back-to-back defeats to the Portland Trail Blazers. The Thunder were without Ajay Mitchell for the second of those two games, and he’s once again listed as questionable on the official injury report due to a left ankle sprain. Here’s everything we know about Ajay […] The post Thunder vs. Clippers injury report: Ajay Mitchell’s status for NBA Cup after missing Blazers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jalen Suggs To Return From Injury Friday

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The Magic have struggled this season as injuries to key players have prevented them from getting any momentum. They have a 4-7 record coming into Friday’s NBA Cup game against the Bucks and will be looking for their first home win of the season. Luckily, they should have some reinforcements to help in their efforts […]

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Mavericks rumors: NBA insider makes ‘strong’ Kyrie Irving prediction as trade chatter just won’t die

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The duo of Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving has been good as advertised, leading the Dallas Mavericks to a 7-5 record. While the Minnesota Timberwolves blew them out on Thursday, there have been plenty of encouraging signs for the Mavericks. Irving has looked great after a one-year absence due to an ACL injury. He is […] The post Mavericks rumors: NBA insider makes ‘strong’ Kyrie Irving prediction as trade chatter just won’t die appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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