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Lakers’ blowout loss to Suns was another ‘one of those nights’ in a season full of them ⤵️
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The Lakers continue to underachieve and confound as they approach the midway point of the 2023-24 season.

Thursday's wire-to-wire matchup with the Suns was just another 'one of those nights' in a season full of them.

Jovan Buha on the disappointment:
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The Lakers continue to underachieve and confound as they approach the midway point of the 2023-24 season. Thursday's wire-to-wire matchup with the Suns was just another 'one of those nights' in a season full of them. @jovanbuha on the disappointment: theathletic.com/5197669/2024/0…
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The Suns' win over the Lakers on Thursday night was Kevin Durant's first win vs. LeBron James since Game 4 of the 2018 Finals.

James scored just 10 points in the loss.

The Suns' win over the Lakers on Thursday night was Kevin Durant's first win vs. LeBron James since Game 4 of the 2018 Finals. James scored just 10 points in the loss.
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Bradley Beal and Devin Booker combined for 68 points against the Lakers on Thursday.

☀️ Beal: 37 PTS, 8 3-PT
☀️ Booker: 31 PTS, 50% FG

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Bradley Beal and Devin Booker combined for 68 points against the Lakers on Thursday. ☀️ Beal: 37 PTS, 8 3-PT ☀️ Booker: 31 PTS, 50% FG @RealDealBeal23 x @DevinBook
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“I don’t need no sympathy,” said Stephen Curry following the Warriors’ loss on Wednesday.

Hope is not lost in Golden State. Curry will just have to be the change, at least for now.

✍️ Marcus Thompson II

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The Warriors’ dire state is real.

Golden State just capped off a demoralizing 2-5 homestand, including a 36-point loss to the Pelicans on Wednesday.

Stephen Curry can’t catch a break, writes Marcus Thompson II. And it’s taking a toll.

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The Warriors’ dire state is real. Golden State just capped off a demoralizing 2-5 homestand, including a 36-point loss to the Pelicans on Wednesday. Stephen Curry can’t catch a break, writes @ThompsonScribe. And it’s taking a toll. theathletic.com/5194611/2024/0…
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Joe Mazzulla has waived the white flag. The Celtics started Pritchard, Hauser, Svi, Stevens and Kornet in the second half.

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NEWS: LaMelo Ball – who has been out since Nov. 26 due to sprained ankle – could return Friday vs. Spurs in San Antonio.

He has been upgraded to questionable, per the team.

NEWS: LaMelo Ball – who has been out since Nov. 26 due to sprained ankle – could return Friday vs. Spurs in San Antonio. He has been upgraded to questionable, per the team.
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NBA commissioner Adam Silver said the In-Season Tournament “will no doubt be back” next year, likely with only a few changes.

“We are happy with the success after the first season.”

Full story from Joe Vardon ⤵️
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The NBA fined Darko Rajaković $25,000 for publicly criticizing officials after the Raptors' loss to the Lakers on Tuesday.

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How does Kawhi Leonard’s extension impact Paul George’s Clippers future? Plus, Draymond can’t save the Warriors ⤵️dlvr.it/T1G5l5

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Marcus Smart has suffered a severe right finger injury and will be sidelined for six weeks, the Grizzlies announced.

The news comes two days after star guard Ja Morant tore his labrum, forcing him to miss the remainder of the season.

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Biggest need for all 30 NBA teams at the trade deadline, from bench scoring to a firm direction ⤵️
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Suns’ inexplicable fourth-quarter problem is causing their star-laden roster to underachieve ⤵️
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