Blog a Bull 3 hours ago
Former Bulls star Jimmy Butler is in the NBA Finals
Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via happy for him Three years and two more team changes later after his initial trade from the Bulls to the Timberwolves, Jimmy Butler is in the NBA Finals for the first time. Butler’s Heat beat the Celtics in Game 6 on Sunday night, with the former Bulls star going for 22 points and eight assists in the win. The Heat outscored the Celtics by 18 points in Butler’s 39 minutes. Butler is a perfect fit in Miami (#HeatCulture), and their playoff run with Jimmy leading the way has been a lot of fun to watch. Not only has Butler been outstanding on both ends...
ClutchPoints 2 hours ago
Jimmy Butler reveals what Heat need to do to beat Lakers in NBA Finals
Miami Heat superstar Jimmy Butler is not sweating over the fact that they will now face the best unit in the Western Conference in the NBA Finals. Shortly after helping Miami eliminate the pesky Boston Celtics in Game 6 of their East Finals series on Sunday, Butler opened up about taking on the powerhouse...
Minneapolis Star-Tribune 1 hour ago
Jimmy Butler was an easy get for NBA Finals-bound Heat
It was June 30, 2019. The Miami Heat had an evening all planned out for their recruitment of free agent Jimmy Butler, down to every detail. They greeted him with music from Irish singer Dermot Kennedy, one of his favorites. A buffet dinner was set up, tables overlooking the water of Biscayne Bay. They...
ClutchPoints 2 hours ago
Heat coach Erik Spoelstra reflects on the ‘most amazing recruiting visit’ of Jimmy Butler
Shortly after the Miami Heat barged their way to the NBA Finals on Sunday, head coach Erik Spoelstra couldn’t help but recall the most important free agent meeting he had over the summer that made their latest achievement possible. The Asian-American coach happily reminisced about the time he sat down...
ClutchPoints 3 hours ago
Goran Dragic reveals what he’s trading Big Face Coffee for as Heat celebrates conference title
It seems that Big Face Coffee CEO Jimmy Butler won’t be handing out some celebratory brews after the Miami Heat secured a trip to the NBA Finals on Sunday. If it’s going to be Heat starting point guard Goran Dragic calling the shots after their Game 6 win over the Boston Celtics, it’s going to...
ClutchPoints 7 hours ago
What LeBron James told Anthony Davis before dominating 4th quarter of Lakers’ Game 5 vs. Nuggets
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James knew what he needed to do when the Denver Nuggets tried to stage a comeback in the fourth quarter of Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. Speaking to the media following the Western Conference Finals clinching game, Anthony Davis revealed what LeBron told the team during the fourth […] The post What LeBron James told Anthony Davis before dominating 4th quarter of Lakers’ Game 5 vs. Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Los Angeles Times 15 hours ago
How LeBron James and Anthony Davis connect to reach NBA Finals
When Anthony Davis joined LeBron James and the Lakers, there was only one goal: an NBA championship. They have been in lockstep during that pursuit.
ClutchPoints 15 hours ago
Lakers’ LeBron James called his shot before dominating Nuggets in Game 5
LeBron James had a monster triple-double performance in Game 5 against the Denver Nuggets to propel the Los Angeles Lakers to the NBA Finals. Apparently, The King gave a spoiler to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports of what he had in store for the Nuggets on Saturday night. It was minutes before tipoff of...
ClutchPoints 12 hours ago
LeBron James channels his inner Frank Sinatra after Lakers advance to NBA Finals
LeBron James just clinched his 10th NBA Finals appearance and his first with the Los Angeles Lakers. James has a chance to make NBA history once again. The Lakers star can become the first player to win Finals MVP with three different franchises. Many of his critics have discredited him for switching...
NESN.com 9 hours ago
Kemba Walker Reveals His Keys To Celtics’ Success In Game 6 Vs. Heat
The Boston Celtics have staved off elimination at least once, but they’ll have to do it twice more if they want to punch their ticket to the Finals. Boston enters Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals down 3-2 to the Miami Heat. The C’s escaped elimination Friday night in Game 5, due largely in […] The post Kemba Walker Reveals His Keys To Celtics’ Success In Game 6 Vs. Heat appeared first on NESN.com.
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ClutchPoints 1 hour ago
Celtics’ Jaylen Brown delivers final bubble shout out against racial inequality
The Boston Celtics bowed out to the Miami Heat on Sunday, as the C’s were eliminated in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals, 125-113. With his team now on their way out of the bubble, Boston forward Jaylen Brown found one final opportunity to send a message to address the issue of systemic racism. […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown delivers final bubble shout out against racial inequality appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 2 hours ago
VIDEO: Jimmy Butler rocks Erik Spoelstra’s college jersey after Heat win
Miami Heat superstar Jimmy Butler showed his appreciation for head coach Erik Spoelstra as they celebrate their Eastern Conference Finals win over the Boston Celtics on Sunday. The 31-year-old swingman took Coach Spo to a trip down memory lane after wearing Spoelstra’s no.30 jersey during his playing days with the University of Portland. Here’s a […] The post VIDEO: Jimmy Butler rocks Erik Spoelstra’s college jersey after Heat win appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 2 hours ago
Jimmy Butler speaks out on the LeBron James test Heat is facing
When LeBron James joined the Los Angeles Lakers two years ago, many believed that the Purple and Gold were destined to win at least one title down the road. After all, James has proven that he can turn any team into a title contender. Jimmy Butler of the Miami Heat knows this for a fact. […] The post Jimmy Butler speaks out on the LeBron James test Heat is facing appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 3 hours ago
Brad Stevens lists down his appreciation for Celtics as their season ends in Game 6
Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens is departing the bubble with a chin up and another season of valuable experience under his wing. It’s been one heck of a ride for Stevens and his Celtics so far this year and the seven-year coach has nothing gratitude for his squad. “I really appreciated the way they […] The post Brad Stevens lists down his appreciation for Celtics as their season ends in Game 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
OC Register 3 hours ago
NBA Finals set: The Lakers will face the Miami Heat, the home of old friends and foes
The Heat is a construction of team president Pat Riley, whose slicked-back hair and coaching tenacity once prowled the sidelines of the Great Western Forum as the coach of the Showtime Lakers.
Net Income / NetsDaily 3 hours ago 
A look at Kevin Durant’s investments which are doing quite well, thank you very much
Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports There’s no public accounting of how well Kevin Durant is doing in his off-the-court investments, but there’s no doubt he’s been very, very active and likely very successful. Even in an era where players have moved beyond salary and endorsements into investing, KD is a leader in using his own —and other people’s— money to succeed on a larger stage. Stephen Beslic of Basketball Network is the latest to try his hand this week at identifying and calculating the value of what Durant has done through Thirty-Five Ventures, the investment vehicle he and...
NESN.com 3 hours ago
Celtics Notes: Brad Stevens Had Simple Message For Boston After Game 6 Loss
Sunday was a tough day for Boston sports fans. First, the Red Sox wrapped up their 2020 season and missed the postseason for the second straight year. Then the Celtics were eliminated from the Eastern Conference finals after a 125-113 loss to the Miami Heat in Game 6. It certainly was a close game throughout […] The post Celtics Notes: Brad Stevens Had Simple Message For Boston After Game 6 Loss appeared first on NESN.com.
ClutchPoints 3 hours ago
Dwyane Wade makes fun of Paul Pierce after Heat reaches NBA Finals
Dwyane Wade is still handing out some L’s after his Miami Heat won the Eastern Conference Finals on Sunday. The three-time NBA champion dragged former Boston Celtics superstar Paul Pierce and called him out on Twitter after Miami took care of business and sent the C’s packing after six games. Right after the game, the […] The post Dwyane Wade makes fun of Paul Pierce after Heat reaches NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Inquisitr 3 hours ago
NBA Rumors: LA Lakers Could Trade JaVale McGee, Quinn Cook, And Draft Pick For Derrick Rose
The Los Angeles Lakers may have successfully reached the NBA Finals this season, but they are still expected to continue to find ways to upgrade their roster in the 2020 offseason. Like other contenders, the Lakers are not perfect and have issues to address on their team, including their need for another shot creator and playmaker. In the past months, they have already been linked to several players who are expected to be available on the trading block this fall, including veteran point guard Derrick Rose of the Detroit Pistons.Click here to continue and read more...
ClutchPoints 4 hours ago
Kemba Walker speaks out on first deep playoff run as Celtics loses 4-2 vs. Heat
Though Kemba Walker’s first Conference Finals appearance was cut short by the Miami Heat, the Boston Celtics guard learned some great things that he’ll carry with him as he moves forward with his team. In their series with the Heat, the Celtics blew several leads which eventually led to losses. Walker knows this for a […] The post Kemba Walker speaks out on first deep playoff run as Celtics loses 4-2 vs. Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 4 hours ago
JR Smith’s crazy Lakers-Heat Finals prediction actually came true
After taking care of business on their respective conferences, the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers are set to face in the 2020 NBA Finals. Although not a lot of people expected them to be the last two teams standing this season, Lakers swingman JR Smith actually saw the match coming months back — […] The post JR Smith’s crazy Lakers-Heat Finals prediction actually came true appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 4 hours ago
Heat’s Erik Spoelstra’s hilarious reason for rushing post-game press interviews
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra couldn’t wait to finish his obligatory post-game interview on Sunday so he can return to the locker room and celebrate with the rest of his team. The Heat, after all, were crowned Eastern Conference champions after eliminating the Boston Celtics, 125-113, in Game 6 of their amazing series. Before […] The post Heat’s Erik Spoelstra’s hilarious reason for rushing post-game press interviews appeared first on ClutchPoints.
