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Luke Kennard with huge impact already. Makes a key 3 on one play. On next play, Kennard's gravity out on the perimeter leads to him finding a wide Jarred Vanderbilt at the rim. Lakers with 96-88 lead over Warriors with 4:44 left.
about 9 hours ago
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On CBSLA, the great Jim Hill and I will break down the Lakers/Clippers' trade deadline moves and talk plenty of golf, Super Bowl & more. Tune into CBSLA at 3:30 pm PT!
about 14 hours ago
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Joel Embiid grabbed his left knee after VJ Edgecombe collided into him after the dunk. But Embiid is still playing and appears okay.
2 days ago
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Lakers say that Luka Doncic has soreness in his left leg and will not return for the remainder of tonight's game vs. the Sixers.
2 days ago
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Darius Garland on his fit with the Clippers: "I hope T Lue used me like he did with Kyrie during that championship run that he had." Ty Lue agrees: "Giving him the freedom to play openly." Per
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
tinyurl.com/y8krb68c
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Courtside Report: How James Harden-Darius Garland Trade Affects Clippers, Cavaliers' 2025-26 Fortunes
After the blockbuster Darius Garland-James Harden trade, how will the two stars fit with their new teams and what this means for their futures.
https://tinyurl.com/y8krb68c
3 days ago
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NBA trade deadline: For
@athlonsports.bsky.social
, here are 5 predictions on how things play out with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Ja Morant & more
bit.ly/4qWhtJQ
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5 Bold Predictions for the NBA Trade Deadline
Athlon's Mark Medina analyzes the trade market for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Ja Morant, Domantas Sabonis and others.
https://bit.ly/4qWhtJQ
4 days ago
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There's optimism that Darius Garland will make his debut with the Clippers after the NBA All-Star break. That means Garland's first game with the Clippers could be against the Denver Nuggets on Feb. 19 at Intuit Dome. My
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
dispatch
bit.ly/3M2xrTN
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Darius Garland expected to make debut with Clippers after All-Star break (Exclusive)
After Tuesday night's blockbuster trade, Darius Garland reveals when he'll suit up for his new team in an Exclusive with EssentiallySports.
https://bit.ly/3M2xrTN
4 days ago
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Nikola JokiÄ return: Medical expects spoke to
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
about his return from a bone bruise in hyperextended left knee, insight about the injury, what they think about the NBA's 65-game rule & more
bit.ly/4c5k2oo
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Nikola Jokicās Knee Rehab: Medical Experts Explain 3-Time MVPās Comeback From Hyperextension (Exclusive)
Medical experts talk about Nikola Jokic's comeback from injury and his rehab in this Exclusive with EssentiallySports.
https://bit.ly/4c5k2oo
6 days ago
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Pumped for another fun SportsCentralLA: im Hill & I talk a good mix of golf, Dodgers offseason, college hoops and state of the Lakers/Clippers. Tune into CBSLA at 3:30 pm PT!
8 days ago
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Dash Lovell, Jaylen Brown's trainer, spoke to
@thergmedia.bsky.social
about leading without Jayson Tatum, NBA All-Star starting nod, MVP chances & some insight on his training regimen
tinyurl.com/d8aa3ty4
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Jaylen Brownās Trainer Details Breakout Season, MVP Case, And New Approach
Jaylen Brownās trainer explains the work, mindset and adjustments behind Brownās breakout season and growing MVP case in Boston.
https://tinyurl.com/d8aa3ty4
9 days ago
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Lakers star LeBron James still deserves an All-Star bid, but that means he also needs to be fully committed to All-Star weekend. My
@athlonsports.bsky.social
dispatch
tinyurl.com/jvcxun6r
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LeBron James Deserves All-Star Bid But Must Take Honor Seriously
It's difficult to imagine the league's midseason showcase without its all-time leading scorer, writes Mark Medina.
https://tinyurl.com/jvcxun6r
11 days ago
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Clippers' John Collins spoke to
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
on why Kawhi Leonard & James Harden deserves an All-Star nod, his fit with the Clippers, criticism about his defense & why he wants to be with the Clippers long-term.
bit.ly/4sYBNfj
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āThese āUncsā Can Still Hoopā: John Collins Talks Kawhi Leonard, James Hardenās All-Star Bids and Clippers Future (Exclusive)
LA Clippers forward John Collins spoke to EssentiallySports about the team's incredible turnaround and the impact of stars Kawhi Leonard and James Harden.
https://bit.ly/4sYBNfj
12 days ago
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Lakers' LeBron James on partnership w/ Jeanie Buss: āI thought it was good, but somebody can see it another way.." Does LeBron want to be with the Lakers through the trade deadline? LeBron: "I'm good." My
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
dispatch
tinyurl.com/bdd4rb8z
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LeBron James Addresses Jeanie Buss Partnership After Explosive Reports on Lakers Leadership Rift
Mark Medina of EssentiallySports captures LeBron James speaking about how the last few days have panned out within the Lakers camp.
https://tinyurl.com/bdd4rb8z
16 days ago
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Clippers center Ivica Zubac got tangled up with Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt during the looseball. Zubac then shoved Vanderbilt.
16 days ago
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Marcus Smart is so hyped after sinking a jumper and drawing a foul. Clippers only have a 93-88 lead with 7:40 left.
16 days ago
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Jarred Vanderbilt took a hard fall after the dunk. But he seems okay and walking it off.
16 days ago
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Lakers are showing signs of life again. But you never know how long it lasts.
16 days ago
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What's worse: the Lakers' defense tonight vs the Clippers or the Raptors vs Lakers on Kobe's 81-point game?
16 days ago
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Clippers with a 64-47 half-time lead over the Lakers. Clippers are dominating with points in the paint (32), bench points (20) and fast-break points (9).
16 days ago
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Luka Doncic grimmacing a bit after crashing into the team bench to chase a LeBron James pass. But he's walking it off.
16 days ago
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Lakers coach JJ Redick on LeBron James: "Iāve enjoyed coaching him at the highest level: a 10 out of 10. Thatās not to say LeBron and I donāt have our disagreements. But I know with that guy, heās going to put everything into this. Itās been awesome to coach him."
16 days ago
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Lakers coach JJ Redick on LeBron James: "Everybody in this organization appreciates LeBron & appreciates what heās done for the Lakers. Heās carried on the legacy and honestly, the burden of being a superstar for the Los Angeles Lakers for eight years. Heās done it with class."
16 days ago
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@hornetsreddit.bsky.social
's rookie Kon Knueppel spoke to
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
on Rookie of the Year buzz, interest in competing in All-Star 3-point contest, his early impact & more. Knueppel: I just feel like I belong out here. Iāve felt like that from day one. "
tinyurl.com/4pt43nbp
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āHeās Going to Hit Tough Onesā: ROTY Contender Kon Knueppel on Guarding Luka Doncic, Coach Mike Krzyzewskiās Advice and Hornetsā Season (Exclusive)
Hornets rookie and Duke alum Kon Knueppel spoke with EssentiallySports about his first NBA season, Charlotteās progress, and more.
https://tinyurl.com/4pt43nbp
17 days ago
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reposted by
Athlon Sports
18 days ago
The Charlotte standout is giving Cooper Flagg stiff competition in the Rookie of the Year race.
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Why Hornetsā Kon Knueppel Has Realistic Chance to Win Rookie of the Year
Athlon's Mark Medina compares the Charlotte standout's candidacy to the NBA's other top first-year players.
https://bit.ly/4b6dHss
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Hornets coach Charles Lee on where Kon Knueppel ranks in his rookie class: āI think Kon is the best one." My
@athlonsports.bsky.social
piece on why Knueppel has a realistic shot to win Rookie of the Year
tinyurl.com/yc59jvez
18 days ago
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@torontoraptorsfam.bsky.social
's Brandon Ingram spoke to
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
on Raptors' success overcoming injury & outlook for All-Star game. Ingram:"Usually winning gets rewarded. So hopefully that happens. But if it doesnāt happen, itās another motivation year."
tinyurl.com/yeyjrb2e
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āThereās a Different Energy in LAā: Brandon Ingram on Facing Lakers, All-Star Bid, and Raptors' Playoff Chances (Exclusive)
Raptors star Brandon Ingram spoke to EssentiallySports about Toronto's season so far and how it feels like going up against the Lakers, and more.
https://tinyurl.com/yeyjrb2e
19 days ago
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The starters for this year's NBA All-Star game. East: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jaylen Brown, Jalen Brunson, Cade Cunningham, Tyrese Maxey. West: Stephen Curry, Luka DonÄiÄ, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola JokiÄ, Victor Wembanyama.
20 days ago
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Lakers' Luka DonÄiÄ officially named a starter for this year's All-Star game (Feb. 15 at Intuit Dome).
20 days ago
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Wizards GM Will Dawkins spoke in depth with
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
on Trae Young trade, why it's important for him to play this season, young core's growth, outlook on trade deadline & more
bit.ly/3YJ8PlI
20 days ago
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LeBron getting some M-V-P chants tonight. One Lakers fan: "I love you LeBron!" It's not entirely a tense relationship.
20 days ago
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LeBron James and Luka Doncic played defensive deflections on the same possession. There you have it.
20 days ago
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After missing 7 of his first 8 shots, Brandon Ingram has since gone 6-for-7 from the field against the Lakers. Ingram, who played for the Lakers in his first three seasons, has scored at least 20 points in four of his last five games against the Lakers and averages 23.8 points in 18 games vs them
20 days ago
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The Lakers' attempts at throwing lobs & getting out in transition either looks incredibly beautiful or ugly to watch. So many extremes.
20 days ago
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Raptors with a 30-23 first-quarter lead over the Lakers. Same story. Luka Doncic carrying the day (12 points). But the Lakers have too many turnovers (6) and aren't defending well. Raptors are 2-for-10 from 3, but missed open shots. They're 13-for-25 from the field overall.
20 days ago
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Luka Doncic called for a blocking foul after it appeared he drew a charge. Now he's called for a technical. Frustrating start so far.
20 days ago
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Washington Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly spokes to
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
on Trae Young trade, Alex Sarr's All-Star case, defending some of NBA's top players & more.
tinyurl.com/b5x2mzke
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Bilal Coulibaly Dishes on Trae Young Trade, Wizards' Season and More (Exclusive)
Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly opened up to EssentiallySports about the Trae Young trade and his comeback from injuries, among other things.
https://tinyurl.com/b5x2mzke
22 days ago
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Washington Wizards' Alex Sarr spoke to
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
on Trae Young's trade and their potential chemistry, NBA All-Star chances and more
tinyurl.com/3cb9p2td
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āHeād Have His Own Rulesā: Wizardsā Alex Sarr on Guarding Trae Young, Teamās Outlook, 2026 All-Star Case and More (Exclusive)
Washington's star forward, Alex Sarr, spoke to EssentiallySports about his growth as a player and the Wizards' season in general.
https://tinyurl.com/3cb9p2td
23 days ago
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LaMelo Ball has such an unconventional shot with his release and his jump. But it works.
23 days ago
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Luka Doncic delivering offensively really well. But he's struggling once again on defense. And he's not getting much shooting help from Marcus Smart and Gabe Vincent.
23 days ago
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Lakers defense: Hornets have 50 points in the paint. They are shooting 17-for-37 from 3. They have crushed the Lakers on the boards (42-30). Their offense has stemmed from better ball movement & better shotmakers (Hornets have 29 assists to the Lakers' 19).
23 days ago
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Hornets with a 64-55 halftime lead. Lakers' perimeter and interior defense have been awful. Hornets are taking advantage with double-digit efforts from Miles Bridges (17 points) and Brandon Miller (13). Kon Knueppel has nine points.
23 days ago
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Deandre Ayton really upset he was called for an offensive foul on Miles Bridges. But he swung his elbow and hit Bridges in the face.
23 days ago
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Lakers with a 39-30 lead over the Hornets. Luka Doncic has 19 points on 7-for-12 clip, 3-for-4 from 3, 2-for-4 from FT line. Hornets have 16 points in the paint, including 11 from Miles Bridges.
23 days ago
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Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt and Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner had to be separated after tussling underneath the basket. Both were given technicals.
23 days ago
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Unfortunately, my X account was hacked. Please don't accept any messages and ignore the spam posts. Fingers crossed it's resolved soon.
tinyurl.com/5dtvycd7
24 days ago
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Hawks' CJ McCollum spoke to
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
about adjusting to the trade, the Hawks' potential & a potential long-term future there. McCollum: āIām excited about the possibilities. Iām happy to be in Atlanta. I love the city. I love the team and the organization."
tinyurl.com/yfxksaj2
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CJ McCollum Speaks About Atlanta Hawks Trade and Playoff Push (Exclusive)
CJ McCollum opened up to EssentiallySports about the sudden trade to Atlanta and how he's settled on a young team.
https://tinyurl.com/yfxksaj2
24 days ago
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Giannis Antetokounmpo on state of the Bucks: āWe trust one another. We believe in one another. We know we can turn this around.ā My
@athlonsports.bsky.social
dispatch on Giannis staying invested with Bucks despite speculation about his future
tinyurl.com/3m46jjed
24 days ago
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Hornets' Collin Sexton spoke to
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
about his chemistry with LaMelo Ball, Kon Knueppel's Rookie of the Year case & more
tinyurl.com/5aafad4w
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Collin Sexton Bats for Kon Knueppelās Rookie of the Year Case, Praises LaMelo Ballās Attitude and More (Exclusive)
Hornets star Collin Sexton opens up to EssentiallySports about the team dynamics and how the season has been so far in Charlotte.
https://tinyurl.com/5aafad4w
25 days ago
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@themilwaukeebucks.bsky.social
's Ryan Rollins spoke to
@essentiallysports.bsky.social
about his Most Improved Player chances, Giannis Antetokounmpo's loyalty to Bucks & Stephen Curry giving him a signed jersey after breakout game
tinyurl.com/453yr24r
26 days ago
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Giannis Antetokounmpo on LeBron James: "He is the blueprint for every athlete, not just basketball athlete. Just to be able to be consistent for 23 years, available, be a winner, lead by example, itās incredible."
29 days ago
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