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This loss will linger. The New York Knicks’ 109-108 Game 3 defeat to the Atlanta Hawks in the 2026 NBA Playoffs raises uncomfortable questions about execution, composure, and accountability. This wasn’t a game stolen by brilliance alone. New York handed it away in the final minute. Of course, in the playoffs, those are the losses […] The post Knicks most to blame for second consecutive heartbreaking playoff loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Once again, the New York Knicks have lost to the Atlanta Hawks in devastating fashion, and superfan Ben Stiller is baffled by head coach Mike Brown. Stiller wasn’t able to watch the game, writing, “I wish I could watch this game,” on X, formerly Twitter, while the game was going on. However, it appears he […] The post Knicks superfan Ben Stiller left baffled by Mike Brown after another devastating loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Minnesota Timberwolves took the reins of their first-round series, dispatching the Denver Nuggets 113-96 in Game 3 on Thursday at Target Center, behind a historic performance from guard Ayo Dosunmu. The 26-year-old scored a game-high 25 points on 10-of-15 shooting, adding nine assists and three rebounds in 32 minutes off the bench. His nine […] The post Timberwolves’ Ayo Dosunmu breaks obscure record in Game 3 Nuggets drubbing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson had the final possession, but he lost control of the ball as New York fell just short in a 109-108 loss to the Atlanta Hawks in Game 3 of the best-of-seven playoff series on Thursday night at State Farm Arena, with Atlanta taking a 2-1 lead. Brunson finished with […] The post Knicks’ Jalen Brunson shares a telling reaction to brutal Game 3 ending vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Every offseason is often defined by the “big swing” in free agency that reshapes the next NBA Finals odds. LeBron James and Kevin Durant have alternated winning that war for most of the last decade. However, this year’s contenders for headlining the most important moves have to be Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ja Morant. Fortunately, the […] The post How Grizzlies can max Ja Morant’s value with Bucks, Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The San Antonio Spurs found success when superstar center Victor Wembanyama was out during the 2025-26 regular season, posting a 12-6 record in his absence. Their roster depth and ability to navigate adversity with a young head coach is a big reason why many people believe this squad is ready to compete for a championship […] The post Historic Victor Wembanyama awards stat shows how badly Spurs need him back appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Trade Giannis Antetokounmpo or keep him and figure things out? This has been the question the Milwaukee Bucks have been asking themselves over the last year, as internal frustrations stemming from the team’s overall lack of success have mounted. The 2025-26 season was a roller coaster for the Bucks, especially given that the mainstream media’s […] The post Inside Bucks hiring Taylor Jenkins: What it means for Giannis’ future, potential trade paths appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Former NBA guard Gilbert Arenas can seemingly see both sides of new Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon’s reported cost-cutting ways. For a little background, Dundon is reportedly looking to save a little money during the playoffs. That includes requiring non-player, non-coach members of the travel party to check out of the team hotel early to […] The post Gilbert Arenas on Blazers cost-cutting rumors: How many assistant coaches do you need? appeared first on Hoops Wire.

There’s a growing sense around the NBA that Steve Kerr has reached the end of his run with the Warriors. And if that’s the case, many believe they know what comes next. Multiple league sources told Hoops Wire that there is increasing chatter Kerr could step away from coaching and return to broadcasting, where he […] The post Many around NBA think Steve Kerr will make return to broadcasting appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Magic So close to 2-0. Then one quarter changed everything for the Magic. A 30-3 run by the Pistons flipped Game 2, turning control into a missed opportunity. Orlando dropped the game and now heads home tied 1-1. No brushing that off. “You can’t just flush it and act like nothing happened,” Paolo Banchero said, via […] The post NBA Notes: Magic, Paolo Banchero, Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Grizzlies appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Los Angeles Lakers have one of the best trios of superstars in the NBA between Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James. In particular, on offense, those three can cause all kinds of issues for the opposition as all three can attack the rim, shoot and are excellent playmakers with high IQs who can […]

The Los Angeles Lakers lead the Houston Rockets 2-0 in their first round playoff series, a moderate surprise given how shorthanded they are. The Lakers have been without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, but still managed to defend their home court thanks to contributions from everyone on the roster. From LeBron James on down, every […]