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Suns JAM Session Podcast: The Suns BLAME GAME

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Celtics handle business at home, beat Bulls 134-99

The Boston Celtics dominate the Chicago Bulls 134-99 in their third season game at TD Garden. Jayson Tatum sparks the start with 23 points, but Payton Pritchard erupts in the third quarter, finishing with a team‑high 28 points and seven threes. Boston’s starters—Jordan Walsh, Derrick White, Tatum, Paul George, and Mitchell Robinson—combine with bench firepower as Hugo Gonzalez adds 7 points in five minutes. The Bulls, led by Josh Giddey and Norman Powell, struggle to keep pace, despite early three‑point attempts. The 35‑point win marks Boston’s first home victory after an opening loss, highlighting improved chemistry and depth.

Donovan Mitchell comes up clutch in Cavs 127-125 win over Wolves

Donovan Mitchell lifts the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 127-125 overtime win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 26, 2026. Mitchell drops 26 points, 12 of them in the fourth quarter and OT, including a decisive layup and a clutch jumper. Anthony Edwards leads the Wolves with 47 points, but the Cavs rally behind James Harden’s second‑half surge, Evan Mobley’s three‑pointers, and a crucial block from Peyton Watson. Rookie Meleek Thomas scores 10 in the first half, while the game sees lead changes, a technical free throw, and a dramatic finish that sends the match into extra time.

Kings spoil Reimer’s debut, Rangers’ home win streak with 6-3 victory

The Los Angeles Kings crush the New York Rangers 6-3 on Oct. 27, 2026, ending the Rangers' six‑game home winning streak at Madison Square Garden and making James Reimer’s debut a nightmare. Reimer, signed that morning after a 2‑0 AHL shutout, concedes three first‑period goals on nine shots before being pulled; backup Dylan Garand allows 15 more. Kings defensemen Brandt Clarke, Drew Doughty, Mikey Anderson and Joel Edmundson each score, while Artemi Panarin adds a power‑play goal and an assist in his first game back in New York. Coach Peter Laviolette ties Ken Hitchcock with his 849th win, and the Rangers face the Oilers next.

Giannis Antetokounmpo needed just 3 quarters to pull off first triple-double with Heat

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s much-anticipated era with the Miami Heat has started on the wrong foot. The Heat have dropped their first three games, looking to end their frustrating skid as they hosted the Dallas Mavericks at Kaseya Center on Monday. Antetokounmpo displayed a sense of urgency from the outset, setting the tempo for Miami on both […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo needed just 3 quarters to pull off first triple-double with Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Celtics Blow Out Bulls and Preview Plan for First Back-to-Back

BOSTON — The Celtics continued to use an 11-man rotation into their third game of the season and first back-to-back by starting Derrick White, Jordan Walsh, Jayson Tatum, Paul George and Mitchell Robinson in their win over the Bulls on Monday. Boston did not sit anyone ahead of their meeting with the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday [...] The post Celtics Blow Out Bulls and Preview Plan for First Back-to-Back appeared first on CLNS Media .

Thunder’s Jaylin Williams gets punished for sportsmanship on strange turnover vs. Suns

It’s a sad time for the Oklahoma City Thunder, who just saw Jalen Williams go down with a significant lower leg injury. Cason Wallace is also set to miss significant time with a shoulder injury. But amid their injury concerns, they did have a somewhat lighthearted play in their next game against the Phoenix Suns […] The post Thunder’s Jaylin Williams gets punished for sportsmanship on strange turnover vs. Suns appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Thunder’s Alex Caruso ruled out for rest of Suns game with concerning injury

OKLAHOMA CITY — Veteran Alex Caruso and the Oklahoma City Thunder can’t catch a break as the injury bug bites again in the first half of Monday’s game against the Phoenix Suns. GM Sam Presti announced that Jalen Williams will undergo surgery on his left ankle, which will most likely end his 2026-27 season. Cason […] The post Thunder’s Alex Caruso ruled out for rest of Suns game with concerning injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Wizards at Hornets final score: Washington loses 110-103

The Washington Wizards fall to the Charlotte Hornets 110-103 on Oct. 26, marking Charlotte’s 3-1 start to the 2026-27 season. The Hornets out‑rebound the Wizards 54-41 and win despite a lower shooting percentage, while Brandon Miller tops Charlotte with 39 points and Anthony Davis leads Washington with 29. The Wizards sit at 2-2 after AJ Dybantsa misses the game with an ankle sprain, but is expected to return soon. Washington’s next matchup is against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET.

Hornets’ Brandon Miller goes off for eye-popping career-high in win vs. Wizards

Coach Charles Lee’s Charlotte Hornets are 3-1 on the season after an exciting 110-103 home win over the Washington Wizards that included a Steph Curry-inspired three-point record-setting feat by Brandon Miller. Miller, fresh off his Dunk of the Year candidate play against the Nets, dropped 39 points including 5-of-10 three-pointers and 15-of-28 field goals on […] The post Hornets’ Brandon Miller goes off for eye-popping career-high in win vs. Wizards appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Giannis Antetokounmpo throws down meanest dunk yet in Heat uniform

Poster dunks are normal for Giannis Antetokounmpo. What’s different is him doing it in a Miami uniform as he is beginning to rack up posters during the Heat’s clash with the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night. Antetokounmpo started the 14th season of his NBA career, his first with the Heat. Following a remarkable tenure with […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo throws down meanest dunk yet in Heat uniform appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Lakers vs. Blazers Preview: Who’s taking their first loss?

The Lakers (3-0) host the 2-0 Portland Trail Blazers on Oct. 27 at Crypto.com Arena in a back-to-back opener. Los Angeles relies on Luka Dončić’s 52‑point showcase and Austin Reaves’ 29 points, but defensive lapses—52 rebounds allowed and 34 second‑chance points—need fixing. Portland, fresh off a 41‑point win over Phoenix and a clutch victory vs. Sacramento, leans on Damian Lillard’s post‑Achilles form, Ja Morant’s health, and Deni Avdija’s 22‑point, 8.5‑rebond, 5‑assist average. Key injuries: Lakers missing Cameron Carr and Adou Thiero; Blazers out Shaedon Sharpe, with Carlson and Scoot Henderson questionable. The matchup could deliver the first loss for either unbeaten team.

“I Don’t Care”: Angel Reese’s Teammate Reacts to WNBA Moving Game 6 to 17,000-seat State Farm Arena in Atlanta

A championship run demands many sacrifices from the teams who wish to win it. But for one teammate of Angel Reese’s on the Atlanta Dream, adjusting to an unusual tip-off time is hardly a concern when the team is this close to winning the title. With the Finals against the Golden State Valkyries tied at […] The post “I Don’t Care”: Angel Reese’s Teammate Reacts to WNBA Moving Game 6 to 17,000-seat State Farm Arena in Atlanta appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Kings’ Drew Doughty reveals how long he has left in his career

The Los Angeles Kings are navigating a tough start to the 2026-27 NHL campaign. They are figuring things out without Anze Kopitar, who retired at the end of last season. New captain Drew Doughty is leading the way, but some wondered how long he would be with the team. Doughty is the best defenseman in […] The post Kings’ Drew Doughty reveals how long he has left in his career appeared first on ClutchPoints .