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Lakers vs. Bucks Preview: Trap game in the making

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ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 9: Jake LaRavia #12 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on November 9, 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 Imag...

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Northwest Notes: Clingan, Clifford, Markkanen, Murray

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Donovan Clingan, the Trail Blazers’ third-year center, averaged 8.6 points last month but posted three consecutive double-doubles in his first three outings in November. “I feel like it’s been a slower start. But I have picked things up,” he told Mark Medina of Fadeawayworld.net. “I’m starting to get a feel for the game again and […]

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NBA HOF Carmelo Anthony adds to Jaylen Brown-Jayson Tatum drama with personal story

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The fallout between Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum has been one of the biggest storylines of the NBA season, and Carmelo Anthony just added some fuel to the fire. Appearing on NBC’s “NBA Showtime” during Tuesday night’s matchup between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers, Anthony recalled being at an event in Cannes with both […] The post NBA HOF Carmelo Anthony adds to Jaylen Brown-Jayson Tatum drama with personal story appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Payton Pritchard inadvertently destroys broadcast camera with 3-point shot

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The Boston Celtics seemed to be on the ropes as the Philadelphia 76ers mounted a huge comeback attempt in the third quarter. They even tied the game at one point, but thanks in part to Payton Pritchard, the Celtics were able to keep the 76ers at bay. Pritchard caught on fire from beyond the arc […] The post Celtics’ Payton Pritchard inadvertently destroys broadcast camera with 3-point shot appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Chet Holmgren is already taking shots before games amid knee injury

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are going through a challenging stretch, as they are playing sans three starters, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, and Cason Wallace, for an extended period due to major injuries, threatening to disrupt their momentum and test the roster’s depth. But while Williams and Wallace have yet to resume basketball activities, Holmgren was […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren is already taking shots before games amid knee injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Scoot Henderson returning to the bench in favor of Sidy Cissoko

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The Portland Trail Blazers’ experiment to start Scoot Henderson amid the absence of injured Ja Morant appears to be over. Morant is still unavailable as he deals with a hamstring injury, but Henderson is moving back to the bench in favor of guard Sidy Cissoko. The decision to get Henderson back on the bench has […] The post Scoot Henderson returning to the bench in favor of Sidy Cissoko appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blazers Move Scoot Henderson Out of Starting Lineup Versus Thunder

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LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 6: Scoot Henderson #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers handles the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup on November 6, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam...

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Rapid Recap: Knicks 117, Bucks 85

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NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 10: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on November 10, 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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Cleveland Charge drop season opener 142-122 to Motor City

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CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 28: Rashaun Agee #19 of the Cleveland Cavaliers poses for a portrait during NBA media day on September 28, 2026 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Im...

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Knicks 117, Bucks 85: Scenes from some spicy OG, KAT & Kolek cooking

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NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 10: Tyler Kolek #13 of the New York Knicks handles the ball during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on November 10, 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) | NB...

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Celtics’ Paul George steals show from Jaylen Brown-Jayson Tatum beef with fiery first half

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The much-anticipated game between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday had a clear storyline: The beef between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Any animosity between former teammates is compelling, and fans were tuned in to see how Tatum and Brown would act. Amid the drama, one storyline was given less attention: Paul […] The post Celtics’ Paul George steals show from Jaylen Brown-Jayson Tatum beef with fiery first half appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Quentin Grimes’ status change on Lakers’ injury report for Bucks clash

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The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the hottest teams in the league right now, bringing a six-game win streak with them as they visit the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday. And the team might be a little bit closer to full strength. Veteran guard Quentin Grimes was listed as questionable on the Lakers’ injury report […] The post Quentin Grimes’ status change on Lakers’ injury report for Bucks clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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“Never Tagged Or Tweeted at Her”: WNBA Reporter Responds to Angel Reese’s Unexpected Social Media Activity Involving Him

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When a reporter praises an athlete’s wins and documents their losses, the line between evaluation and personal attack can blur, especially when the athlete responds by cutting off access. That’s exactly what has happened to WNBA reporter Dan Zaksheske, who has found himself at the center of that debate after discovering that Angel Reese has taken action on social media.

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Discuss Trail Blazers vs. Thunder Matchup Here!

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OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - DECEMBER 31: Chet Holmgren #7, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 and Jalen Williams #8 of the Oklahoma City Thunder talk during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on December 31, 2025 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 2025 NBAE (Photo b...

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Wizards at Pacers Preview: Washington wrap up road trip in Indiana

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OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - OCTOBER 30: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball in front of Bub Carrington #7 of the Washington Wizards during the first half at Paycom Center on October 30, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Joshua Gateley/Getty Images) | Getty Images...

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