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Anthony Edwards' injury status for Timberwolves-Cavs game 'could go either way'

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The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Toronto Raptors by a final score of 117-94 on Sunday night. Anthony Edwards led all scorers with 26 points while shooting 10-18 from the field. Edwards has found success alongside LaMelo Ball in the team’s new backcourt. Overall, the Timberwolves have played well so far, as they are 3-0 heading […] The post Anthony Edwards’ injury status for Timberwolves-Cavs game ‘could go either way’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons' Cade Cunningham brushes off noisy haters after taking down 76ers in battle of undefeated

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On Sunday evening, the Detroit Pistons continued their undefeated season thus far with a road win over the Philadelphia 76ers. The 76ers were without a couple of key players, including Joel Embiid and VJ Edgecombe, in this one, but it was still an impressive performance for Detroit on the road pushing its record to 3-0. […] The post Pistons’ Cade Cunningham brushes off noisy haters after taking down 76ers in battle of undefeated appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jordi Fernandez doesn’t hold back after ‘unacceptable’ performance drops Nets to 0-3

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The Brooklyn Nets had a chance to get their first win during Sunday’s home matchup against the Indiana Pacers. Instead, they rolled over in an embarrassing 136-109 defeat during the second night of a back-to-back. Jordi Fernandez’s squad opened the game with its best defensive quarter of the season, jumping out to a 26-24 lead […] The post Jordi Fernandez doesn’t hold back after ‘unacceptable’ performance drops Nets to 0-3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Undefeated Blazers Move Up in Week 2 NBA Power Rankings

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SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 23: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers and Deni Avdija #8 of the Portland Trail Blazers talks during the game against the Sacramento Kings on October 23, 2026 at Golden 1 Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Rocky ...

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Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert wants to ‘continue to dominate offensively,’ but in his own way

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The Minnesota Timberwolves are heavily reliant on Rudy Gobert’s physicality. He is one of the league’s most dominant players and isn’t changing his approach one bit. On Sunday, Gobert explained this after the Timberwolves’ 117-94 defeat to the Toronto Raptors. “My role is to be who I am, be the best in the world at […] The post Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert wants to ‘continue to dominate offensively,’ but in his own way appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Devin Booker, Miles Bridges get a wake-up call from unlikely source

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PHOENIX– In their first win of the season, the Phoenix Suns were ultimately saved by Devin Booker’s 43-point masterclass. However, there was a much bigger problem to be examined. Actually, there are three that the starting lineup has, according to Miles Bridges. He explained in the team’s locker room postgame that three things immediately stood […] The post Devin Booker, Miles Bridges get a wake-up call from unlikely source appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors vs. Nuggets injury report: Cam Johnson set to miss another game

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Depth has been a constant concern for the Denver Nuggets and that could very well continue through the 2026-27 NBA campaign, so if the franchise is going to play serious basketball into May, then Cam Johnson will need to consistently provide difference-making production. The veteran forward was efficient last season, but he occasionally faded into […] The post Warriors vs. Nuggets injury report: Cam Johnson set to miss another game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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OKC thrived amid Jalen Williams' injuries last season, but there's a problem this time around

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Despite several key role players leaving the team via trade in the offseason, the Oklahoma City Thunder were once again seen as one of the NBA championship favorites at the start of the season. The team returned two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and all-star-caliber forwards Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. Plus, the team added former Michigan […] The post OKC thrived amid Jalen Williams’ injuries last season, but there’s a problem this time around appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Roundtable: Early Overreactions to Mavericks Basketball

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HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 21: Sergio de Larrea #55 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on during the game against the Houston Rockets on October 21, 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 Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Wi...

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Ben Stiller Finds One Bright Spot In Knicks’ Ugly Loss To Magic

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While the New York Knicks are 0-3 after losing to the Orlando Magic, superfan Ben Stiller is still high on one player on the roster: Tyler Kolek. In his first post the morning after the Knicks’ loss to the Magic, Stiller praised Kolek for his defense, saying, “Tyler Kolek played good defense last night.” Kolek […] The post Ben Stiller has 1 positive takeaway from Knicks’ loss to Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kings G Darius Acuff Jr. is chucking at unprecedented levels in NBA history

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Sacramento Kings rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. reached a historic milestone in Sunday night’s 123-112 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, setting a new NBA record for field-goal attempts through a player’s first three career games. The seventh overall pick has attempted 73 shots to begin his professional career, surpassing Kevin Durant’s previous mark of 64, […] The post Kings G Darius Acuff Jr. is chucking at unprecedented levels in NBA history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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