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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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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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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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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’ 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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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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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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Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg lands on injury report vs. Timberwolves after early career game

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Updated Oct 28, 9:46 PM ET

The Golden State Warriors could be without rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg for Wednesday night’s matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves after his career-best performance in Monday’s 134-114 victory over the Denver Nuggets. Golden State listed Lendeborg as questionable with left foot inflammation and soreness on its latest injury report Wednesday morning, raising concerns about his availability […] The post Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg lands on injury report vs. Timberwolves after early ...

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Houston Rockets vs. Milwaukee Bucks game preview

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The Houston Rockets are 4-0 for the first time in over a decade. The NBA got rid of the “four games in five nights” thing that everyone hated, but the Rockets are about to get the next-best thing: three games in four nights! It’s already the second time Houston is getting this fun treat after […]

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