ClutchPoints releases its first 2027 NBA mock draft a week into the college season, labeling the class as weaker but talent‑laden with sophomores and transfer‑portal players. Kansas freshman Tyran Stokes tops the list as the Pelicans' (via Bucks) No. 1 pick, praised for his 6‑8, 230‑lb frame and all‑around game. Slovenia’s Stefan Joksimović lands at No. 2 with the Kings, while the Thunder (via Clippers) select BYU wing Bruce Branch at No. 3 for his elite defense and three‑point shooting. The Bulls choose Arkansas guard Jordan Smith Jr. at No. 4, and the Magic pick Arizona forward Motiejus Krivas at No. 5. The mock highlights how teams aim to find contributors despite the draft’s perceived lack of superstars.
The Pistons could solve a couple of problems with one trade.
The Phoenix Suns finish Week 3 with a 2‑2 record (wins over Orlando 117‑104 and Houston 102‑99; losses to Golden State 116‑113 and Portland 132‑119), keeping them on pace with preseason expectations of a .500 team. Despite facing the NBA’s toughest opening schedule, the Suns show flashes of the 38‑45 win range projected by Vegas and fan polls, though inconsistency remains. The article highlights rookie Khaman Maluach’s growing impact despite typical growing‑pains. Overall, the piece argues the early turbulence is expected for a young squad still building chemistry, not a sign of missed destiny.
The Warriors add another injury to their growing list as 23‑year‑old rotational wing Will Richard suffers a UCL tear in his left thumb and is ruled out indefinitely after a block in Saturday’s overtime win over the Orlando Magic. Richard, who had been a defensive spark with 1.2 steals per game, joins Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody on the sidelines. Meanwhile, Golden State pushes to trade Kristaps Porzingis before the Dec. 16 deadline, hoping to attach draft picks to move his $40 million, two‑year extension while keeping Moody. The team, on a seven‑game win streak after a 0‑3 start, now faces a month‑long stretch without key depth on the wing.
The Golden State Warriors, riding a seven‑game winning streak after a 0‑3 start, lose sophomore guard Will Richard indefinitely with a UCL tear in his left thumb. Richard was injured during the 126‑119 overtime win over the Orlando Magic, where he logged 12 minutes and four points. He’s appeared in all 10 games, averaging 5.1 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.0 assist in 17.2 minutes. The injury could sideline him until early December, opening up minutes for De’Anthony Melton, Brandon Williams, Gary Payton II and Gui Santos as the Warriors aim to maintain their top‑five offense.
Shaquille O’Neal reveals two pivotal lessons he learned from Michael Jordan. After a 1995 playoff loss, Jordan told O’Neal, “don’t ever help anybody up,” shaping his approach to on‑court battles. Following the Bulls’ 1996 sweep of the Magic, Jordan added, “Before you succeed, you must first learn to fail,” a mantra O’Neal spent the summer deciphering. The advice influenced his later triumphs—three straight titles with the Lakers (2000‑02) and a 2006 championship with Miami—while underscoring the value of embracing setbacks. The article details these encounters, the 1995‑96 playoff series, and O’Neal’s reflections on Jordan’s enduring impact.
Steve Kerr benches Stephen Curry (38) and Draymond Green (36) for the first minute of overtime in Golden State's 126-119 win over the Orlando Magic, citing 13 years of trust and a need to preserve stamina. The reserves—including Charles Bassey, Brandon Williams, rookie Yaxel Lendeborg and Brandin Podziemski—spark a four‑point lead, while Curry returns to score 41 points and finish with a clutch and‑1 layup. Kerr’s decision underscores the Warriors’ depth, with bench players contributing 44 points and the team clinching its seventh straight overtime victory on Nov. 8, 2026.
Golden State Warriors stars Stephen Curry and Draymond Green were understandably perplexed when they were on the bench to start overtime in Saturday's 126-119 win over the Orlando Magic.
Stephen Curry proves age is just a number, dropping 41 points on 13-of-19 shooting in Golden State's 126-119 overtime win over the Orlando Magic. Coach Steve Kerr jokingly guessed the 38‑year‑old could be “30? 29?” and praised Curry’s clutch shooting, five threes and perfect free throws. The performance, highlighted alongside a flawless 24‑point game versus Denver earlier this season, underscores Curry’s enduring elite production as he nears his 39th birthday.
Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg surprised his mother, Yissel Raposo, with a new house on his YouTube debut, fulfilling a dream he held since high school. The gesture follows his 4‑year, $28 million contract and comes amid Raposo’s battle with stage‑4 appendix cancer. Lendeborg, who helped the Warriors to a 126‑119 overtime win over the Orlando Magic, posted the emotional reveal in a video titled “This one’s for Mama Yax.” He averages 21.0 points, 7.1 rebounds and 4.1 assists, positioning him as a Rookie of the Year contender, while crediting his mother’s sacrifices for his rise from junior college to the NBA.
Stephen Curry dazzles again, scoring 41 points in overtime as the Warriors beat the Orlando Magic 126-119, and sets a new NBA milestone: his 16th 40‑point game after age 35, surpassing LeBron James and tying Oscar Robertson with 77 career 40‑point outings. The win marks Golden State’s seventh straight victory, but the game sparks drama when Orlando’s George Niang and Wendell Carter Jr. clash, drawing double technical fouls. Elsewhere, Dillon Brooks nearly head‑butts former teammate Amen Thompson during the Suns‑Rockets matchup, adding to a night of heated moments across the league.
Stephen Curry sparks the Warriors’ seventh straight win with a 41‑point, overtime thriller against the Orlando Magic (126‑119). His 16th 40‑point game since age 35 tops LeBron James (15) and Michael Jordan (12) for the most in NBA history. Curry delivered 17 points in the final seven minutes, including a clutch 12‑foot running floater with 25 seconds left, and closed with his 77th career 40‑point effort. Coach Steve Kerr praised the shot and Curry’s work ethic, noting his longevity. Golden State’s comeback from a 16‑point deficit marks the second NBA team ever to rebound from an 0‑3 start to a seven‑game streak, matching the 1950‑51 Celtics.
Draymond Green said he makes a point of never taking Stephen Curry’s greatness for granted after the Warriors star scored 41 points in Saturday’s 126-119 overtime win over Orlando.
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Steve Kerr admitted Golden State was “totally outplayed” by Orlando in the second half, despite escaping with a 126-119 overtime win Saturday.
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Stephen Curry scored 41 points in Golden State’s 126-119 overtime win over Orlando on Saturday, reaching 40 points for the 16th time after turning 35.
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Steph Curry scored 41 points, including a decisive three-point play in overtime, as the Golden State Warriors beat the Orlando Magic 126-119 on Saturday night for their seventh consecutive win.
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Steph Curry drops 41 points in the Warriors' overtime victory over the Magic, marking his 16th 40‑point game since turning 35 and eclipsing LeBron James for the NBA record. The 38‑year‑old shot 13‑of‑19 from the floor, added six rebounds (including his 5,000th career rebound) and six assists, and sealed the win with a clutch scoop shot in the final minute. Curry now averages 31.3 points in just under 30 minutes per game, as coach Steve Kerr carefully manages his minutes after last season's knee injury.
The Golden State Warriors got bullied on the glass by the Orlando Magic, but Stephen Curry's brilliance ensured the hosts still emerged with victory.
Bill Simmons erupts in all‑caps on X after Stephen Curry leads the Golden State Warriors to a 126‑119 overtime win over the Orlando Magic. The 38‑year‑old guard drops 41 points on 19‑of‑25 shooting, hits five of ten threes, and goes perfect from the line, setting a new NBA record for the most 40‑point games by a player 35 or older. Curry’s resurgence fuels a seven‑game winning streak that has turned a 0‑3 start into a 7‑3 record. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg adds 23 points, while Franz Wagner tallies 30 for Orlando. The Warriors aim for an eighth straight win against New Orleans on Monday.
Stephen Curry erupts for 41 points on 13‑for‑19 shooting as the Golden State Warriors fend off a late comeback and win 126‑119 in overtime against the Orlando Magic on Nov. 7, 2026. The Warriors held a 16‑point halftime lead before the Magic rallied to seize a one‑point advantage in the fourth, forcing regulation. Curry’s clutch threes and drives, plus Yaxel Lendeborg’s 23 points, secure a seventh straight win, moving Golden State to a 7‑3 season start—the best under Steve Kerr. Curry also climbs ahead of LeBron James for the most 40‑point games at age 35 or older.
Stephen Curry made NBA history as the Golden State Warriors defeated the Orlando Magic by the final score of 126-119 in overtime on Saturday night.
The Golden State Warriors snap a rocky 0-3 start with a 126-119 overtime win over the Orlando Magic, moving to 7-3 and becoming the first team since the 1950‑51 Celtics to win seven straight after an 0‑3 opening. Steph Curry leads with 41 points (13‑of‑19 shooting), while Yaxel Lendeborg adds 23, Brandin Podziemski 15, and Draymond Green dishes out 13 assists. The victory fuels the Warriors' playoff push and marks a historic streak in the Western Conference.
Stephen Curry powers the Golden State Warriors to a 126-119 overtime victory over the Orlando Magic at Chase Center, extending the Warriors' winning streak to seven games. Curry scores a vintage 41 points on 13-of-19 shooting, including five 3-pointers and a perfect 10-of-10 from the line, while adding six rebounds and six assists, becoming the oldest player with the most 40-point games in NBA history. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg contributes 23 points, Brandin Podziemski 15, and Draymond Green dishes out 13 assists. The Warriors shoot 53.8% overall and 46.9% from three, improving to 7-3 on the season.
The Golden State Warriors faced the Orlando Magic at the Chase Center on Nov. 8, 2026, sparking an on‑court scuffle after Al Horford’s slick hesitation move led to a layup on Nikola Vucevic. Stephen Curry hit a three‑pointer, reaching a notable statistical milestone, and finished with 22 points (7‑of‑11). Jimmy Butler, still rehabbing, reacted enthusiastically from the bench. Despite a 65‑58 third‑quarter lead, the Magic surged to a 72‑69 edge, later pushing the score to 83‑80 thanks to Wagner’s 19 points. Draymond Green contributed six assists and five rebounds in 20 minutes.
During a Warriors‑Magic game on November 8, 2026, Golden State held a double‑digit lead when Orlando’s Wendell Carter Jr. and Warriors forward Georges Niang tangled early in the second quarter. Carter shoved Niang while battling for position under the basket, prompting a scuffle that earned both players technical fouls. At the time, Carter was 0‑for‑3 with four rebounds in 18 minutes, while Niang had six points on 2‑of‑3 shooting, including two threes. The Warriors, 6‑3 and on a six‑game streak, aim to extend their run, while the Magic, 2‑6, seek their first win since Oct. 30.