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Watch Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 1st home intro with Heat

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It may still take some time for fans to get used to the reality that Giannis Antetokounmpo is now a member of the Miami Heat. Adding to the surreal feeling of the “Greek Freak’s” venture in South Beach is his first-ever introduction as a Heat in Miami during Tuesday night’s Red, White & Pink Game. […] The post Watch Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 1st home intro with Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Doug Christie pinpoints how Kings can improve defensively in 2026

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Ahead of the 2026-27 season, Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie wants to see improvement on the defensive end of the floor. After the Kings signed Ben Simmons for a comeback season in the NBA, perhaps he’ll become an anchor for Sacramento’s identity. Plus, a healthy Domantas Sabonis should help this season. Christie addressed the […] The post Doug Christie pinpoints how Kings can improve defensively in 2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Anthony Davis Seeks Max-Level Deal, Wizards Unlikely To Offer It

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The Washington Wizards are unlikely to be willing to sign Anthony Davis to a contract at or near the maximum, according to The Athletic. Other NBA teams widely know that Davis wants a max-level type of contract on his next deal. Davis holds a $62.8 million player option for 2027-28. If he declines it, he becomes eligible for a four-year extension through 2030-31 worth up to $275 million. Davis turns 34 in March and he has topped 62 regular-season games just once in the last eight years, which...

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Anthony Edwards Drops Funny LaMelo Ball Quote on Star's Wolves Preseason Debut After Trade

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The Minnesota Timberwolves' preseason got off to a great start on Monday evening thanks to a 116-97 road win over the Milwaukee Bucks. The contest featured LaMelo Ball's Timberwolves debut, and he posted 11 points, four rebounds and three assists.

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Max Strus Out At Least Four Weeks With Right Foot Injury

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Los Angeles Clippers forward Max Strus was diagnosed with a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his right foot, sources told Shams Charania of ESPN on Monday. Strus will be re-evaluated in four weeks. Strus suffered the noncontact injury during Sunday's preseason opener in Hawaii. Brandon Ingram, Bradley Beal, and Yanic Konan Niederhauser are also currently out for the Clippers. The Clippers open their season on October 21 against the Kings.

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The Knicks Need To Do Whatever It Takes To Keep Karl-Anthony Towns

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The New York Knicks are NBA Champions for the second time in NBA history and for the first time since 1973. Winning the NBA title came with great sacrifice, as a multitude of players were asked to do things for the betterment of the team. No one had to change more than Karl-Anthony Towns. For […] The post Column: The Knicks need to do whatever it takes to keep Karl-Anthony Towns appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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