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East rival claims Anton Watson off waivers from Celtics

[ad_1] East rival claims Anton Watson off waivers from Celtics originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Anton Watson, the Boston Celtics’ second-round pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, will get a fresh start with a new team. On Tuesday, the 24-year-old was claimed off waivers by the New York Knicks on a two-way contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The …

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76ers vs. Timberwolves Predictions: Odds, recent stats, trends and Best bets for March 4

[ad_1] Philadelphia 76ers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Preview  The Philadelphia 76ers (21-39) and Minnesota Timberwolves (33-29) are all set to square off from Target Center in Minneapolis. It’s bad news for the 76ers. Joel Embiid is out for the season with knee surgery on the horizon. Paul George is out tonight. Kelly Oubre and Tyreese Maxey are both questionable. The 76ers …

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Knicks claiming forward Anton Watson from Celtics

[ad_1] The Knicks are adding another name to their roster. New York is claiming former Celtics forward Anton Watson on a two-day deal, Watson’s agents tell ESPN’s Shams Charania. Watson was drafted by Boston out of Gonzaga in the second round (54th overall pick) of last year’s NBA Draft. The 24-year-old spent five seasons at Gonzaga, and in his final …

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Luka Dončić, LeBron James send well wishes to Kyrie Irving after ACL tear: ‘You will come back stronger mi hermano’

[ad_1] Kyrie Irving suffered a torn ACL Monday night in a devastating blow to his career and a further-spiraling Dallas Mavericks franchise. Two of his most prominent former teammates reached out with support, including his former Mavericks running mate Luka Dončić, who was his teammate as recently as early February. Dončić, who is now a Los Angeles Laker following one …

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Mavericks’ Irving out for season with ACL injury

[ad_1] Kyrie Irving won the NBA Championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016 [Getty Images] The Dallas Mavericks’ nine-time NBA All-Star Kyrie Irving will miss the rest of the season after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. Irving sustained the injury during Monday’s 122-98 defeat against the Sacramento Kings in Texas. The 32-year-old guard has been a …

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Kyrie Irving injury is latest unfortunate event for Mavericks after Luka Doncic trade

[ad_1] Dallas Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving (11) stands in front of teammate Max Christie after suffering what is reported to be a season-ending ACL injury Monday against the Sacramento Kings in Dallas. (Tony Gutierrez / Associated Press) Kyrie Irving is out for the season after the Dallas Mavericks star tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee Monday night, multiple …

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How Jimmy Butler is elevating the Warriors as a title threat

[ad_1] This version of the Warriors always needed something. Its formula relied heavily on elite defense and the magic of Stephen Curry, with little else in the way of dependable offense; even when it exploded out of the gate with a 12-3 start, Golden State scored at a bottom-five clip whenever Steph took a seat. That was the idea behind …

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Dallas Mavericks timeline: From the Luka Dončić trade to Kyrie Irving’s injury — what a mess

[ad_1] The Dallas Mavericks’ season continues to reach new lows. Luka Dončić is gone. Anthony Davis has yet to return. And now Kyrie Irving is done for the season. Here’s a timeline of the Mavericks’ miserable season, starting on Christmas Day. Dec. 25: Luka Dončić gets hurt The Mavericks star left the team’s 105-99 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves during …

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Can the Lakers’ defensive renaissance topple the Thunder? | The Kevin O’Connor Show

[ad_1] (This article was written with the assistance of Castmagic, an AI tool, and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy. Please reach out to us if you notice any mistakes.) The Lakers have been turning heads with their improved defense. Kevin O’Connor discusses their transformation on The Kevin O’Connor Show, spotlighting LeBron James’ renewed vigor. With the playoffs …

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Steph relishes special Charlotte homecoming in win vs. Hornets

[ad_1] Steph relishes special Charlotte homecoming in win vs. Hornets originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area As a self-proclaimed homebody, the only box outside of a Warriors win Steph Curry had to check in his yearly trip to Charlotte this season was seeing his family. Catching up with his brother, Seth, and his father, Dell, before and after the …

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Fantasy Basketball: 3 players to trade for, 3 to say goodbye to before Yahoo’s default deadline

[ad_1] The Yahoo Fantasy Basketball trade deadline is nearly here — it’s your last opportunity to fine-tune your roster for that final playoff push. Decisions made now could define your season. Whether you’re trading for players with favorable playoff setups or selling high on risky names, it’s time to get strategic. Before we jump in, prayers up for Kyrie Irving. …

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