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Pistons’ Cade Cunningham gives JB Bickerstaff the ultimate praise after 3-0 start

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Heading into the 2026-27 season, the general consensus on the Detroit Pistons seemed to be down. But many appeared to simply forget that this Pistons team won 60 games last season and brought back most of their core players. The prolonged Jalen Duren restricted free agency saga did not help the way they were perceived […] The post Pistons’ Cade Cunningham gives JB Bickerstaff the ultimate praise after 3-0 start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Heat shouldn’t be in panic mode yet after 0-3 start, and what must be fixed to right ship

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There’s no denying that many are concerned as the Miami Heat have started the regular season at 0-3 after another disappointing loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night, 115-110. With some fans potentially thinking that it’s time to hit the panic button on the Heat, let’s slow down, take a breath, look into the […] The post Why Heat shouldn’t be in panic mode yet after 0-3 start, and what must be fixed to right ship appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Darius Acuff Jr. passes Jason Williams on Kings’ all-time list

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The Sacramento Kings are still searching for their first win in the early-goings of the 2026-27 season, but rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. has been a major bright spot. Despite the Kings’ most recent loss, 123-113 to the Memphis Grizzlies, Acuff had another big game, surpassing former Kings guard Jason Williams for third most points […] The post Darius Acuff Jr. passes Jason Williams on Kings’ all-time list appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Zach LaVine points out issue amid Kings’ 0-3 start to 2026 season

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Probably to the surprise of no one, the Sacramento Kings are off to a 0-3 start to the season. The Kings lost to the Memphis Grizzlies, 123-112, at Golden 1 Center on Sunday. The Kings are expected to be among the bottom-dwelling teams after not making big moves in the offseason despite coming off another […] The post Zach LaVine points out issue amid Kings’ 0-3 start to 2026 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bucks vs. 76ers Player Grades: Ware finally comes to the party, Turner forgets his invite in gallant effort

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 24: Kel'el Ware #9 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 24, 2026 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Ima...

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76ers star Tyrese Maxey speaks up on situation that led to LeBron James starting at center

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Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers have been getting creative with a short-handed frontcourt, even sliding LeBron James to center. After Sunday’s loss, Maxey made it clear the team would welcome some reinforcements. “If some of our tall guys could come back, that would be great,” he said after the game. The 76ers fell 106-93 […] The post 76ers star Tyrese Maxey speaks up on situation that led to LeBron James starting at center appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Congrats to Timberwolves on no longer having worst winning percentage in NBA history. That's now the Nets

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On Sunday evening, the Minnesota Timberwolves improved to 3-0 with a blowout win over the Toronto Raptors in their first home game of the season. The Timberwolves have now destroyed three straight postseason teams from a year ago to open up their season and look like a real potential threat in the Western Conference. The […] The post Congrats to Timberwolves on no longer having worst winning percentage in NBA history. That’s now the Nets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hate it or love it, this has always been Jaylen Brown

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 24: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on against the Milwaukee Bucks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 24, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Bucks 127-116. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images Transparency and auth...

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