OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s eyes filled up with tears talking about Jalen Williams’ leg injury at the end of a 108-101 win against the LA Clippers. As the Thunder were putting the finishing touches on their third victory of the young regular season, Williams suffered a gruesome left ankle injury. […]
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Prior to sealing a 108-101 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers to move to 3-1 on the season, a devastating turn of events befell the Oklahoma City Thunder. With time winding down in the fourth quarter, All-Star forward Jalen Williams suffered a horrific ankle injury that the training staff immediately had to cover with a […]
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Walker Kessler’s promising Lakers debut stalls against his former Utah Jazz, posting just 2 points, 7 rebounds and a block in 28.5 minutes, though L.A. still wins. He admits emotion weighed heavy returning to Utah. Meanwhile, the Warriors dip into their bench early, starting Will Richard, Graham Ike, Brandon Williams, Gui Santos and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, but expect key players—Curry, Podziemski, Green and Horford—to return Monday. Clippers backup Brook Lopez continues to contribute 15+ points and a block in each of his three games off the bench. Luka Doncic, despite being left off the MVP shortlist, dazzles with 52 points, 10 assists and 8 rebounds in a Lakers win over the Jazz, sparking talk of “greatness fatigue.”
In the Thunder’s late‑season clash with the LA Clippers, forward Jalen Williams suffered a frightening injury with 1:14 left, slipping on his left foot after a collision with Derrick Jones Jr. and Kris Dunn, who receives a Flagrant 1. Medical staff stretchered Williams off, and he later gave a thumbs‑up from the gurney. Teammate Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander broke down in tears, covering his face and later saying he felt bad for Williams and will “hold the fort” until he returns. The injury adds to Williams’ recent health woes and leaves OKC shorthanded, especially after Jaylin Williams and Cason Wallace also exited with wrist and shoulder issues. The Thunder now face roster concerns ahead of their next game versus Phoenix.
Jalen Williams suffered a devastating injury against the Clippers.
The Thunder won Sunday, but the result took a back seat to a frightening injury involving Jalen Williams. Williams suffered a serious left leg injury late in Oklahoma City’s victory over the Clippers. He was attempting a layup when he was fouled from behind and landed awkwardly, with his weight coming down on his left […]
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The Oklahoma City Thunder could be without one of their biggest stars for a while after Jalen Williams suffered a gruesome leg injury against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.
The Oklahoma City Thunder suffered a major blow on Sunday during their game against the LA Clippers when All-Star forward Jalen Williams sustained a scary-looking ankle injury while going up for a shot. He landed awkwardly on the court and was unable to get up under his own power, and team staff had to wheel […]
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Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams suffered what appeared to be a gruesome leg injury after landing awkwardly following a dunk during Sunday's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers.
Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams suffered what appeared to be a gruesome leg injury after landing awkwardly following a dunk during Sunday's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers.
The Oklahoma City Thunder withstood the San Antonio Spurs and Denver Nuggets to start the season. But OKC received its two earliest injuries Sunday against the Los Angeles Clippers. Jaylin Williams and Cason Wallace needed to leave during the third quarter. NBA insider for ClutchPoints Brett Siegel revealed the update on both Thunder stars. “The […]
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Kawhi Leonard has been ruled OUT of tonight's action.
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Kawhi Leonard misses his first game back with the Toronto Raptors due to knee swelling, sidelining him for the crucial Sunday showdown against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ja’Kobe Walter steps into the starting lineup as the two undefeated teams face off, providing an early test of the Raptors’ depth without Leonard. The article notes Leonard’s recent 27‑minute, 112‑102 win over the Wizards and his historic 60‑game 2019 season, while previewing upcoming back‑to‑back games against the Lakers and Clippers.
On October 27, the NBA will feature several interesting matchups, including a game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers. Luka Dončić’s recent form could make this matchup one to watch. The Lakers guard has been playing well, scoring 28 points against the Warriors and 23 against the Clippers. However, he has […]
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During the Raptors’ 112-102 win over Washington on Oct. 23, a fan jabbed Kawhi Leonard about a disputed tree‑planting endorsement with the bankrupt firm Aspiration. Leonard’s brief reply, “Always,” sparked talk of the Clippers salary‑cap scandal that led to a $30 million fine, loss of five future first‑round picks, and a $700,000 fine for Leonard. After averaging a career‑best 27.9 points in his final Clippers season, Leonard returned to Toronto in a blockbuster trade and signed a two‑year, $115 million extension. He contributed 16 points and nine rebounds in the win, signaling a fresh start.
The LA Clippers head to Oklahoma City on Oct. 25 for the season’s first clash with the 2‑0 Thunder, who aim to go 3‑0. The Clippers are shorthanded, missing five rotation players—including Brandon Ingram, Bradley Beal and Max Strus—while Darius Garland carries the scoring load (28.0 ppg). Oklahoma City leans on Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander (24.5 ppg) and Chet Holmgren (12.0 rpg, a block leader). The Thunder’s interior defense (9.5 blocks per game) meets a high‑scoring Clippers offense that turns the ball over 21 times per game. With the Thunder’s unbeaten run on the line and the Clippers testing a depleted roster, the matchup promises a battle of defense versus firepower.
Kawhi Leonard gave savage response to courtside fan who brought up Clippers drama.
Kawhi Leonard says he was honest throughout and did nothing wrong.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic and Los Angeles Clippers forward Rui Hachimura had plenty of fun in their reunion on Friday. The post Luka Doncic and Rui Hachimura Exchange Friendly Trash Talk in Reunion appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Rui Hachimura brushed off Luka Doncic’s trash talk after facing his former Los Angeles Lakers teammate on Friday night. The Los Angeles Clippers forward, who joined the Clippers after leaving the Lakers, made it clear that their on-court exchange did not affect his respect for Doncic. Speaking after the matchup, Hachimura explained that Doncic was […]
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Toronto Raptors star Kawhi Leonard spoke Friday about the salary cap circumvention investigation that resulted in him incurring a hefty fine and ultimately getting traded from the Los Angeles Clippers this past offseason.
Rui Hachimura faces his former team, the Los Angeles Lakers, for the first time since leaving in free agency to join the Clippers. The 28‑year‑old posted 16 points, six rebounds and two steals in a 125‑117 Clippers loss, but says he cherished the warm reception from ex‑teammates and coaches. Hachimura, who signed a two‑year, $28 million deal (with a $14 million option) with LA, also recapped playful trash‑talk with Luka Dončić, who joked about missing him despite a light‑hearted post‑game interview. The two will meet again when the Lakers visit the Clippers next Wednesday, the second of four Pacific Division clashes this season.
Luka Doncic acknowledged he has plenty of room to improve after the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 125-117 on Friday night, despite his 23-point performance and a career-high 11 turnovers. The Lakers improved to 2-0, with Austin Reaves scoring 28 points and Walker Kessler adding 22 points and six blocks. Doncic said […]
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Walker Kessler said he is thankful to be healthy and back on the court after helping the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 125-117 on Friday night, improving to 2-0 to begin the season. Kessler finished with 22 points, eight rebounds, six blocks and three steals, continuing his strong start after scoring 25 […]
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Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick praised Walker Kessler’s defensive impact and discussed the team’s turnover problems after Friday’s 125-117 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. Kessler finished with 22 points, eight rebounds and six blocks as the Lakers improved to 2-0. Redick highlighted the center’s activity around the rim and his ability to […]
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