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Raptors' Jakob Poeltl crisis is quickly evolving into a total playoff calamity
The shaky Raptors/Jakob Poeltl situation has reached a new tipping point after his role was slashed in Game 2 against the Cavaliers.
04/21/26 - 7:00am | Source: Raptors Rapture
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Magic are stealing Jalen Duren's money, but he can get it back
Jalen Duren needs to take this personally.
04/21/26 - 7:00am | Source: Piston Powered
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The Raptors improved, but Ingram doomed their Game 2 performance
On Toronto landing its bench punch and finding the blow dead on arrival.The post The Raptors improved, but Ingram doomed their Game 2 performance first appeared on Raptors Republic.
04/21/26 - 7:00am | Source: Raptors Republic
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Taiwan president cancels trip to Eswatini and accuses China of pressuring African countries
Taiwan's president canceled a planned visit to Africa this week after three countries withdrew permission for him to fly over their territories, under pressure from China, his office said Tuesday.
04/21/26 - 6:48am | Source: Washington Times
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Nigeria charges six people with treason over alleged coup plot
Nigerian authorities have charged six people, including a retired major general and a serving police inspector, with terrorism and treason, over an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu,…
04/21/26 - 6:45am | Source: Washington Times
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Norman Powell made enough of a statement with Heat to earn another run
Expect Norman Powell to be back in a Miami Heat uniform next season. He did enough to earn another contract.
04/21/26 - 6:42am | Source: All U Can Heat
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Fired former U.K. official says he felt political pressure to approve Mandelson as U.S. ambassador
The ex-civil servant behind the decision to approve Peter Mandelson's appointment as British ambassador to Washington says he felt political pressure to rush through the appointment despite security…
04/21/26 - 6:41am | Source: Washington Times
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The Knicks fourth-quarter superpower disappeared at the worst possible time and now its a series with the Hawks
Nothing good can ever come from the underdog getting momentum.
04/21/26 - 6:40am | Source: NY Post
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Ausar Thompson is a victim of circumstances that aren't going to change
Ausar Thompson is the league's best perimeter defender.
04/21/26 - 6:30am | Source: Piston Powered
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76ers enter era-defining moment with looming draft decision
After winning a tiebreaker for the 22nd overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Philadelphia 76ers have an uncomfortable decision to make that could shape the franchise's future.
04/21/26 - 6:14am | Source: The Sixer Sense
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Knicks Morning News (2026.04.21)
News & Blogs CJ McCollum, Hawks stun Knicks with fourth-quarter rally to tie series: Game 2 takeaways The New York Times CJ McCollum loved hostile MSG crowd in Hawks Game 2 win at Knicks:…
04/21/26 - 6:10am | Source: Knicker Blogger
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6 stand trial in Istanbul over insecticide poisoning deaths of Turkish-German family
Six hotel staff and pest control workers went on trial in Turkey on Tuesday, charged with causing the deaths of a family of four from Germany, poisoned by insecticide while on vacation in Istanbul,…
04/21/26 - 6:09am | Source: Washington Times
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Playoffs have already revealed where Damian Lillard fits with new-era Blazers
It turns out the Portland Trail Blazers didn't just bring Damian Lillard back for the memories. They need him for his skill set.
04/21/26 - 6:00am | Source: Rip City Project
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Wembanyama just made the difference between Spurs and Blazers painfully obvious
The San Antonio Spurs took an early playoff series lead against the Portland Trail Blazers with star Victor Wembanyama making all the difference in the world.
04/21/26 - 6:00am | Source: Air Alamo
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Evan Mobley is inching closer to achieving the playoff label fans have always wanted
If Evan Mobley can elevate his offense game for the entirety of the postseason, the Cleveland Cavaliers might be in great shape.
04/21/26 - 6:00am | Source: Right Down Euclid
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Knicks raise serious red flag they need Miles McBride to resolve
The New York Knicks raised a serious red flag during Game 2 against the Atlanta Hawks. Miles McBride is exactly who they need to resolve it.
04/21/26 - 6:00am | Source: Buckets Over Broadway
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Scoggins: Wild get a dose of reality in Game 2 loss to Stars
The Wild can expect more closely contested games from here on out, and they will need to adjust after losing two key forwards to injury.
04/21/26 - 6:00am | Source: On The Wolves
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Ja Morant's reputation around the NBA has become a harsh truth for Grizzlies fans
Ja Morant's perception around the league is becoming an uncomfortable reality for Grizzlies fans.
04/21/26 - 6:00am | Source: Beale Street Bears
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Mavericks finally fire the Nico Harrison hire at the center of a major controversy
Dallas Mavericks shake up their health staff amid injuries and fallout from Luka Doncic trade by firing Johann Bilsborough, as Nico Harrison-era decisions face scrutiny.
04/21/26 - 6:00am | Source: The Smoking Cuban
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Eden Prairie cafe will bring its charms to the former DAmico & Sons in Edina
Smith Coffee & Cafe will move in to 50th & France, plus J. Carver Distillery announces plans to close, an Owamni send-off and more.
04/21/26 - 6:00am | Source: On The Wolves
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