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Top 10 Most Overhyped International Players In NBA History

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Basketball has officially become an international game. Every year, teams around the league draft players from Europe, Australia, Asia, Africa, the United States, and everywhere in between. In fact, the best players in the NBA these days happen to be foreign-born. The Greek Freak Giannis Antetokounmpo won MVP honors in 2019 and 2020, and he […] The post Most Overhyped International Players in NBA History appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ Jalen Brunson reveals what fuels Josh Hart’s ‘different’ mindset

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Updated Oct 28, 1:57 PM ET

The New York Knicks finally secured their first win of the season on Tuesday, defeating the Detroit Pistons 112-97. Although Josh Hart did not make a significant contribution to the scoring in the victory, Jalen Brunson knows what fuels his teammate’s unique mentality and energy. After the game, when Brunson was asked what he believes […] The post Knicks’ Jalen Brunson reveals what fuels Josh Hart’s ‘different’ mindset appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks Bulletin: ‘He’s just a different person’

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 25: Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks warms up before the game against the Orlando Magic at Madison Square Garden on October 25, 2026 in New York City. 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 Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) | Getty Images Just when I thought we were hunting for the No. 1 overall pick in the ...

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James Harden’s former coach isn’t surprised that he’s still performing at this level

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CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 11: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots a free throw during the game against the Orlando Magic during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 11, 2026 at Rocket Arena 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty I...

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Kawhi Leonard also missed a week of games with the Raptors in 2019

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Updated Oct 28, 8:42 AM ET

TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 21: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors handles the ball during the game against the Chicago Bulls on October 21, 2026 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

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Boogie Cousins calls out a Warriors problem that’s older than Curry

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SAN FRANCISCO, CA - FEBRUARY 8: DeMarcus Cousins #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors talk after a game on February 8, 2020 at Chase Center in San Francisco, 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2020 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images) | NB...

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Hornets putting their trust in Brandon Miller: ‘You are that guy’

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Brandon Miller has the contract. More importantly for the Hornets, he has teammates who want the ball in his hands when a game needs winning. “They’re like, ‘You are that guy, we believe in you,’” coach Charles Lee said, via Rod Boone of Sporting News. “‘So when we put the ball in your hand, go […] The post Hornets putting their trust in Brandon Miller: ‘You are that guy’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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The Suns’ small-ball problem starts with a problem they can’t control

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 24: Yaxel Lendeborg #1 of the Golden State Warriors attempts a layup against Luke Kennard #8 and Ryan Dunn #0 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center on October 24, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Warriors 131-122. 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 Chris Cod...

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Fanning the Flames: So, we’re starting like this…

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MAKE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, AND YOUTUBE!! We talk the start of the Phoenix Suns‘ season. Are we doomed? What’s going on with Devin Booker? Is there any reason to be optimistic…? All that, and more, on this episode of Fanning the Flames. Tap in. Make sure to follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Dan (@danduarte1), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.  Thoughts? Comments? Unabashed praise? Let us know in the comments below! Until next time!

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Cavs’ DAZN rollout raises bigger questions about NBA streaming plans

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As you know, the Cavaliers have added another way to watch their games. Whether the NBA can eventually make the entire process easier is a much bigger question. That’s the issue raised by Manny Soloway of Awful Announcing, who examines what DAZN’s early-season distribution changes could mean for the league’s local television future. His argument […] The post Cavs’ DAZN rollout raises bigger questions about NBA streaming plans appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Sixers should be ready to bounce back vs. Tyrese Haliburton’s Pacers

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Updated Oct 29, 12:09 AM ET

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 22: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers and LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers look on during the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 22, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s clearly been an exciting start overall to the 2026-27 season for the Sixers, but we got our first taste of a loss for this team on Sunday. On the second night of a back-...

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Submit your questions for The Pindown: A Detroit Pistons Podcast

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Send in your questions now for this week’s episode of The Pindown: A Detroit Pistons Podcast to discuss everything Pistons. Submit your question in the comments section here or on Twitter to @TheRealWesD3 and/or @RobbieBettelon. If you’re on BlueSky, you can also send to @RobbieBettelon.bksy.social. Join us live Saturday afternoon as Wes and Robbie discuss the beginning of the Pistons’ season. What questions would you like to add to the show? Plus, The Pindown has a phone line where you can l...

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[Haller] As Devin Booker turns 30, the Suns star enters a defining next chapter

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Drafted at 18 after one season at Kentucky, Booker has spent nearly 40 percent of his life wearing Phoenix purple and orange. Throughout this time, he has been defined by youth, the youngest player in league history, or among the youngest to do … whatever it was he had just done. Score 70 or more points in a game (the youngest), reach 10,000 career points (seventh youngest, at the time), reach 15,000 (ninth). This is no longer the case. On Friday, Devin Booker turns 30. In his 12th season, Bo...

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The Suns’ new-look lineup is making life harder for Booker

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Oct 26, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (15) stands on the court during the second half of a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect You know what sucks about NBA scheduling? And stop me if you’ve heard me complain about NBA scheduling before… The Suns played Monday night, and they don’t play again until Friday against the Denver Nuggets. By the time that date fi...

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Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. Utah Jazz

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Updated Oct 28, 8:32 PM ET

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - OCTOBER 12 : Ace Bailey #19 of the Utah Jazz pressures Keldon Johnson #3 of the San Antonio Spurs during the first half of their preseason game at the Delta Center on October 12, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Chris Gardner/ Getty Images) | Getty Images After taking their lu...

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Shorthanded Jazz can’t close the gap against unbeaten Grizzlies

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Updated Oct 28, 12:12 AM ET

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 26: Mo Bamba #44 of the Utah Jazz boxes out during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on October 26, 2026 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The ...

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2026-27 MAC Men’s Basketball Preview

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Mar 15, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Miami (Oh) Redhawks head coach Travis Steele reacts against the Akron Zips during the second half of the MAC Conference Tournament Championship game at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images Teams are listed in order of preseason KenPom placement. Akron There might not be a team that is more leveraging the 5-in-5 rule in this league than Akron. Both Evan Mahaffey and Kamrin Oriol’s eligibility hangs in the balance for ...

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Preview: Wizards play Cavaliers on Wednesday

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Updated Oct 28, 7:20 PM ET

CLEVELAND, OH - FEBRUARY 11: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket during the game against the Washington Wizards on February 11, 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...

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Game Preview #5: Wolves vs Warriors Game Thread

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Updated Oct 28, 3:48 PM ET

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - OCTOBER 25: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates during the game against the Toronto Raptors on October 25, 2026 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Get...

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Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg seeks wisdom from legends as his star rises

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DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 26: Yaxel Lendeborg #1 of the Golden State Warriors shoots a free throw during the game against the Denver Nuggets on October 26, 2026 at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. 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 Bart Young/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images ...

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Lakers vs. Clippers Preview: Battle of LA, round two

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Updated Oct 28, 4:45 PM ET

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 23: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball during the game against the LA Clippers on October 23, 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 Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G...

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Game Preview: Knicks at Bulls, October 28, 2026

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 02: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks is defended by Jalen Smith #25 of the Chicago Bulls during the first half of the game at Madison Square Garden on November 02, 2025 in New York City. 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 Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Knicks will not go ...

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