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Blazers vs Kings NBA Cup Preview

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SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 23: Darius Acuff Jr. #5 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles around a screen set by Domantas Sabonis #11 on Scoot Henderson #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers in the first half of their game at Golden 1 Center on October 23, 2026 in Sacramento, California. 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 Thearon W. H...

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The Lakers’ schedule will give them runway into big early-season tests

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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 11: Luka Dončić #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after an apparent injury against the Milwaukee Bucks in the fourth quarter at Fiserv Forum on November 11, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Lakers are riding a seven-game win streak and not only sit atop the league with an 11-2 record, they were the first team in the league to play 13 games in this early season. What looked like an easy schedule based ...

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Stephen A. Smith urges Warriors to lean on Yaxel Lendeborg amid Stephen Curry injury

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After Golden State Warriors All-Star Stephen Curry’s MRI confirmed an oblique tear, ESPN’s Stephen A Smith is anticipating that rookie Yaxel Lendeborg will step up for his team. While ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins argues that it’s Draymond Green who needs to step up for the Warriors, Smith believes Golden State’s rookie is ready. Lendeborg is off […] The post Stephen A. Smith urges Warriors to lean on Yaxel Lendeborg amid Stephen Curry injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors superstar has wild rehab plan — and says he’ll fistfight GM to make it happen

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Both members of the Golden State Warriors’ superstar backcourt duo are injured. Steph Curry is expected to miss at least several weeks after suffering from an oblique abdominal tear during Wednesday’s game. Jimmy Butler continues to work his way back to the court after tearing his ACL last season, and should be able to play...

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Lakers know they must address backup center spot

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The Los Angeles Lakers swapped out their two centers from last season — Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes — for Walker Kessler and Kevon Looney. Kessler was the premier offseason acquisition by L.A., landing him on a four-year, $130 million deal in a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz. Looney was one of the best remaining […]

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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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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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