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Game Recap: Suns fall to 1-5 after 132-119 loss to Trail Blazers

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PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 4: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns passes the ball during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on November 4, 2026 at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty...

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Sixers Bell Ringer: Brown 30-bomb, Embiid, LeBron double-doubles lead Sixers over Pistons

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DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 4: LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket during the game against the Detroit Pistons on November 4, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

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The Jazz Peli-can’t snap out of losing streak, their 6th straight

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NEW ORLEANS, LA - NOVEMBER 4: Keyonte George #3 of the Utah Jazz drives to the basket during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on November 4, 2026 at the Smoothie King Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Layne Murdoch Jr./NBAE via Getty Images...

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Suns JAM Session Podcast: Suns vs. Blazers

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The original post-game podcast on Planet Purple! Click the SUBSCRIBE button. Click the BELL to turn on notifications. Watch it right here! Listen to the latest podcast episode of the Suns JAM Session Podcast below. Stay up to date on every episode, subscribe to the pod on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, YouTube Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, and Castbox. Please subscribe, rate, and review.

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Pistons vs 76ers final score: Detroit falls short in East battle

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DETROIT, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 04: Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons drives around Vj Edgecombe #77 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at Little Caesars Arena on November 04, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Detroit Pistons (6-2) fall s...

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Knicks 135, Bulls 105: Scenes from the World Champs looking like it

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NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 4: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket during the game against the Chicago Bulls on November 4, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | ...

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Dribbles: Cavs fall to .500, and look far too comfortable there

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Random dribbles following the Cavaliers’ 124-116 road loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday. 1. Eight games in, the Cavs are 4-4. That sounds about right. They look like a .500 basketball team, and there’s nothing wrong with being a .500 basketball team. Unless, of course, you have considerably higher expectations. 2. The Cavs […] The post Dribbles: Cavs fall to .500, and look far too comfortable there appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes NBA history with eye-popping first half stats vs. Mavericks

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There are nights when San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama makes the game of basketball look so easy. Wednesday night is one of those nights. In a matchup against the Dallas Mavericks, Wembanyama had his way in the first half — racking up insane stats that have him making history. Through the first 24 minutes […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes NBA history with eye-popping first half stats vs. Mavericks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder Notes: Terry, Peavy, Caruso, Mara, Westbrook

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Dalen Terry’s new two-year contract with the Thunder is non-guaranteed for this season and carries a team option for 2027/28, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Oklahoma City signed the 24-year-old guard earlier today after early-season injuries depleted its wing depth, and coach Mark Daigneault talked before tonight’s game about how Terry […]

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Pacific Notes: Lendeborg, Porzingis, Thiero, Fleming

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Yaxel Lendeborg’s fiery approach to the game is part of the reason for his success, but the Warriors rookie may have crossed a line when he said he “lost all respect” for Lakers star Luka Doncic following their first meeting. Appearing on “Inside the NBA” (Twitter video link), coach Steve Kerr talked about how he […]

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How did Jaylen Brown possibly miss this wide-open layup?

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With all the stars on the Philadelphia 76ers, Jaylen Brown is very much a leader. Along with LeBron James, he brings experience and accolades, and he knows how to set the example. That is until one brief embarrassing moment came on Wednesday as the 76ers took on the Detroit Pistons. It happened at the midway […] The post How did Jaylen Brown possibly miss this wide-open layup? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons’ Cade Cunningham hurt after painful accidental shot from Joel Embiid

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On Wednesday night, two of the top teams in the Eastern Conference, the 7-1 Philadelphia 76ers and 6-1 Detroit Pistons, faced off. The 76ers’ lone loss of the new campaign thus far came against the Pistons, so they will surely be out for revenge despite being on the road. This contest is expected to be […] The post Pistons’ Cade Cunningham hurt after painful accidental shot from Joel Embiid appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ Adou Thiero roster decision hints at potential injury status

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The Los Angeles Lakers took a step closer towards having a fully healthy roster and complete rotation during their 138-117 shellacking of the Miami Heat on Monday when forward Ziaire Williams returned to the lineup after missing three games due to a foot injury. On Wednesday, the Lakers made a move regarding second-year forward Adou […] The post Lakers’ Adou Thiero roster decision hints at potential injury status appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jalen Smith won’t return to Knicks game after hand injury

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The Chicago Bulls faced off against the defending champion New York Knicks on Wednesday at Madison Square Garden. Forward Jalen Smith was listed as probable on the NBA injury report due to a left finger sprain. Unfortunately, Smith went down with a left hand injury midway through the game and won’t be returning, per K.C. […] The post Jalen Smith won’t return to Knicks game after hand injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dalton Knecht makes 1st Knicks bucket count with epic putback slam dunk

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Dalton Knecht did not waste much time announcing his arrival in Gotham. The new New York Knicks forward brought the house down at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, when he soared for an emphatic putback dunk off a miss from behind the arc by teammate Landry Shamet in the first half of their game against […] The post Dalton Knecht makes 1st Knicks bucket count with epic putback slam dunk appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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30 NBA Feats That Have Happened Only Once in League History

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The NBA is littered with the best basketball talents from around the world. As a result, every moment in the league always opens the possibility for greatness. For this piece, let’s take a look at 30 NBA feats that have happened only once in league history. Overcoming a 20-point halftime deficit in a home opener […] The post 30 NBA Feats That Have Happened Only Once in League History appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons’ JB Bickerstaff highlights Joel Embiid’s scary offensive impact

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The Detroit Pistons are hosting the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday in a clash between the two top teams in the Eastern Conference. These two teams have combined for just one loss this season, with the Pistons dealing the 76ers their only defeat of this new campaign thus far. This will be a tough matchup for […] The post Pistons’ JB Bickerstaff highlights Joel Embiid’s scary offensive impact appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brown puts up 30 as Sixers hang on to avenge lone loss with win over Pistons

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DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 4: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers dunks the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons on November 4, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty ...

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Southeast Notes: Portis, Giannis, Spoelstra, Knueppel, Dybantsa, Magic

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The Heat acquired plenty of talent during the offseason, but the new-look roster only has two wins in its first seven games, Ira Winderman of The Sun-Sentinel writes in a subscriber-only piece. The blockbuster trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo hasn’t paid immediate dividends, but Bobby Portis, who also came to Miami in that deal, cautions that it […]

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Payton Pritchard exits game vs Bucks: injury update

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - NOVEMBER 04: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics dribbles downcourt against Kasparas Jakucionis #25 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter at TD Garden on November 04, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images BOSTON — Payton ...

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