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Knicks Pull Away Late To Take Commanding 3-0 Series Lead Over Cavaliers

Brandon King

The New York Knicks are now firmly in control of the Eastern Conference Finals after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 121-108 in Game 3 Friday night in Cleveland. Jalen Brunson scored 30, Mikal Bridges continued his strong play with 22 points, while OG Anunoby added 21 as the Knicks, who never trailed in the contest, are just one win away from their first NBA Finals since 1999. In a losing effort, Evan Mobley scored 24 points, Donovan Mitchell added 23 points and James Harden put in 19 points. Although New York…

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Kendrick Perkins calls out LeBron for chasing attention 

Brandon King

With the Los Angeles Lakers unceremoniously bounced from the playoffs via a sweep at the Oklahoma City Thunder, the mainstream sporting discourse has, refreshingly, been a lot less LeBron-centric.   With the conference finals in both East and West tipping off with exciting games and historic performances,  such as Victor Wembanyama’s 41 and 24, the attention has, rightfully so been on these series and players in each matchup that are getting it done.  The propaganda arm of Klutch sports could not idly stand by while multiple news cycles go by which LeBron…

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Cause of Death for Kyle Busch Revealed by Family

Brandon King

The cause of death for NASCAR star Kyle Busch has officially been revealed. According to statements released by Busch’s family on Saturday, the two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion died from severe pneumonia that developed into sepsis, ultimately leading to “rapid and overwhelming associated complications.” Busch was 41 years old. Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to an infection that causes your immune system to harm healthy tissues and organs. Common signs of sepsis includes: One of the common sites and types of infection that can be a path to sepsis are…

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Thunder rally past Spurs 123-108 in Game 3, seize series lead

Brandon King

Image via the NBA The young and relentless Oklahoma City Thunder continued their postseason surge Thursday night, overcoming an ugly start to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 123-108 in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals. With the win, Oklahoma City now holds a 2-1 advantage in the series and has wrestled back home-court control. San Antonio looked poised to protect its home floor early, exploding out of the gates with a stunning 15-0 run that sent the crowd inside Frost Bank Center into a frenzy. The Thunder appeared rattled…

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NASCAR star Kyle Busch dies at 41

Brandon King

The motorsports world is mourning the loss of one of NASCAR’s most polarizing and accomplished figures, as two-time Cup Series champion Kyle Busch has reportedly died at the age of 41. News of Busch’s passing emerged Thursday, sending shockwaves throughout the racing community. According to reports, Busch had recently been battling a severe illness. NASCAR, Richard Childress Racing, and members of Busch’s family reportedly confirmed the heartbreaking news in a joint statement. One of the most successful drivers of his generation, Busch built a Hall of Fame-caliber career that spanned…

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New NCAA Eligibility Requirements Could Affect Top International Players

Brandon King

The NCAA’s proposed “5-in-5” eligibility model could dramatically reshape the future of international recruiting — and some of the world’s top basketball prospects may be the biggest casualties. Under the proposal currently being advanced by the NCAA Division I Board of Directors, athletes would receive five years of eligibility beginning after either their 19th birthday or high school graduation, whichever comes first.   That sounds simple on the surface, but it creates a potentially massive issue for international players who often spend multiple years competing professionally overseas before entering the…

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Jerry Stackhouse reportedly among candidates for Bulls head coaching vacancy

Brandon King

The Chicago Bulls may be turning to a familiar basketball name as they search for their next head coach. According to multiple reports, former NBA All-Star Jerry Stackhouse has emerged as a candidate for Chicago’s vacant head coaching position following the franchise’s decision to move in a different direction. Stackhouse, who currently serves as an assistant coach with the Golden State Warriors, is viewed as one of several names being evaluated as the Bulls attempt to reshape the future of the organization. Stackhouse has steadily built a strong coaching résumé…

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New York Knicks storm back from 22 down to stun Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 thriller

Brandon King

The Eastern Conference Finals opened with chaos, energy, and a comeback that will instantly become part of modern New York Knicks playoff lore. Facing a 22-point deficit on their home floor, the Knicks looked completely overwhelmed early against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Cleveland controlled the pace, dictated the tempo defensively, and appeared well on its way to stealing Game 1 at Madison Square Garden. Then everything changed. New York flipped the game with an explosive second-half rally, turning defensive stops into transition opportunities while the Garden crowd grew louder with every…

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Danny Green says every team LeBron James has played for should give him a statue

Brandon King

Kendrick Perkins recently professed that LeBron James deserved to be immortalised in bronze outside the Lakers blockchain barn.  In a tirade-filled monologue during a recent appearance on the Road Trippin podcast, Perkins declared that the Lakers were honor-bound to give LeBron a statue.  Former NBA player and LeBron teammate Danny Green took the LeBron statue lunacy to a frighteningly sycophantic level.  Green, speaking on the No Fouls Given show said that every team that James has suited up for should give him a statue.  “He’s gonna get a statue in…

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Kendrick Perkins says LeBron James should have statue as a Laker

Brandon King

After their brief schism several months back after he had the temerity to offer righteous criticism of LeBron James, Kendrick Perkins has been back to towing the Klutch Sports line.  In his sermon from the Gospel of LeBron, Perkins asserted that James is well deserving of a statue outside of the Center formerly known as Staples.  Appearing on the Road Trippin podcast the subject came up and co-host Channing Frye said he did not believe that James should, offer his take, saying no. I’m not saying he shouldn’t deserve one,…

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