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Warriors troll Charles Barkley for hilarious ‘Inside the NBA’ segment

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Updated Oct 30, 1:24 AM ET

The Warriors sent the “Inside the NBA” crew personalized jerseys — Charles Barkley’s was extra special. Barkley went viral after an “Inside the NBA” segment of “Who He Play For?” because of the Hall of Famer’s inability to accurately pinpoint where players landed in the offseason. From Moe Wagner to Taurean Prince, Barkley went 0-for-5...

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Bulls’ Caleb Wilson learns harsh Jalen Brunson lesson as Tiago Splitter blows gasket screaming at him

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Chicago Bulls forward Caleb Wilson has been as good as advertised, showcasing the all-around skill set and high motor that made him the No. 4 pick in the NBA Draft in June. Wilson has been putting up big numbers, averaging 20.8 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.8 steals, and 1.4 blocks. His accuracy, however, needs […] The post Bulls’ Caleb Wilson learns harsh Jalen Brunson lesson as Tiago Splitter blows gasket screaming at him appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Kendrick Perkins told Ja Morant to make Grizzlies ‘pay’ in revenge game

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The Portland Trail Blazers have gotten off to a blazing start to the 2026-27 season at 3-0, and big reason for that has been the addition of All-Star caliber point guard Ja Morant. The former lottery pick has seemingly regained the form that made him such an explosive talent with the Memphis Grizzlies, and coincidentally, […] The post Why Kendrick Perkins told Ja Morant to make Grizzlies ‘pay’ in revenge game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa wants to add 2 shots to his arsenal after NBA reality check

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Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa did not take long to realize that life in the NBA is a whole different beast. After missing the team’s first four games with a left ankle sprain, the No. 1 overall pick finally made his long-awaited debut on Wednesday night. While he put on a show with a team-high […] The post Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa wants to add 2 shots to his arsenal after NBA reality check appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors’ Stephen Curry, Yaxel Lendeborg look like a dynamic duo in huge win over Timberwolves

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Updated Oct 29, 5:53 PM ET

The Golden State Warriors have a new star on their hands in rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. The Michigan national champion is sparking early NBA Rookie of the Year thoughts. But fans of the Dubs also saw his chemistry with Stephen Curry against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Which sparks the belief Curry has a new “Klay Thompson” collaborator […] The post Warriors’ Stephen Curry, Yaxel Lendeborg look like a dynamic duo in huge win over Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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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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The Suns’ culture is on life support

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How quickly things change. What exactly happened between the last game of the preseason and the opener against Portland? Complete collapse. That wasn’t supposed to happen, not after last year, not with this team. The culture was supposed to hit the road like Fred Flintstone, toe-tapping their way to the top of the leaderboard. They weren’t supposed to no-show any games, let alone the season opener, let alone follow that disaster class up with two more duds. There weren’t supposed to be so man...

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4 Trick or Treats to know before the Mavericks battle FOR THE CUP against the Rockets

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Updated Oct 30, 12:25 AM ET

HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 21: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets and Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on during the game 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 Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Im...

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Suns JAM Session Podcast: Booker Can’t Do It Alone

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The original post-game podcast on Planet Purple! Click the SUBSCRIBE button. Click the BELL to turn on notifications. Watch it right here! Listen to the latest podcast episode of the Suns JAM Session Podcast below. Stay up to date on every episode, subscribe to the pod on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, YouTube Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, and Castbox. Please subscribe, rate, and review.

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Game Preview: Knicks at Bulls, October 28, 2026

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Updated Oct 29, 10:53 AM ET

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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Morant Shows No Bad Blood Toward Grizzlies Ahead of First Matchup

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Updated Oct 29, 1:27 PM ET

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 27: Ja Morant #1 of the Portland Trail Blazers smiles during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on October 27, 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 Getty ...

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2026-27 Horizon League Preview: Drew Gentile

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MARCH 09: Wilson NCAA game balls sit on a rack prior to the start of the women's Horizon League Tournament college basketball game between the Youngstown State Penguins and the Cleveland State Vikings on March 09, 2026 at Corteva Coliseum in Indianapolis, IN. (Photo by Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Note: The 70-page preview, consisting of more than 26,000 words, individual previews for all 12 teams and an exclusive interv...

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Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/29/26

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 27: The shoes of Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics during the second quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden on October 27, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images Herald Celtics big man must shake this troublesome habit:...

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San Antonio vs. Utah, Final Score: Spurs play a dissonant note against the Jazz in 117-111 overtime win

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Updated Oct 29, 9:21 PM ET

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 28: Keyonte George #3 of the Utah Jazz handles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on October 28, 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...

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[Clark] Cooper Flagg sees big benefits from the Mavericks’ culture shift

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About a year ago, Cooper Flagg experienced something unfamiliar: the sting of losing. Early in Flagg’s rookie season, the Dallas Mavericks dropped a game at home to the New Orleans Pelicans, which dropped them to 2-6. A frustrated Flagg said that night, “For me, it’s the most I’ve lost since, I think, ever.” Flagg wasn’t lying. In his final year of high school, Flagg’s Montverde (Fla.) Academy team went a perfect 33-0. Then Flagg headed to Duke, and in his one-and-done college season, the Blu...

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Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg reveals Draymond Green went off on him with NSFW demand during Timberwolves game

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Updated Oct 30, 10:10 AM ET

Playing alongside veterans was never easy, especially with the growing physicality in the NBA. Yaxel Lendeborg, for his part, learned this lesson up close from Draymond Green during the Golden State Warriors’ matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday. The veteran forward wanted the rookie to stop playing cautiously and attack the basket with more […] The post Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg reveals Draymond Green went off on him with NSFW demand during Timberwolves game appeared first...

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Clippers coughing up ball at extreme levels not seen in 30 years

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Updated Oct 29, 10:37 AM ET

The Los Angeles Clippers have opened their season with a troubling turnover problem, committing 94 turnovers across their first four games. The staggering total has placed the Clippers alongside some of the NBA’s most turnover-prone teams in recent history, following a turbulent offseason. According to a statistic shared by Tomer Azarly, Los Angeles has committed […] The post Clippers coughing up ball at extreme levels not seen in 30 years appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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