Pacific Notes: Garland, Leonard, Kleber, Thiero, Bouyea The Pacific Division is heating up as we approach the midpoint of the season. The Golden State Warriors are still in control, but teams like the Los Angeles Clippers and Phoenix Suns are closing the gap. Here's a look at some key notes from around the division. First, it's hard to ignore the performance of Stephen Curry's backcourt mate, D'Angelo Garland. The young guard has been on a tear lately, averaging 22 points and 7 assists per game over his last five outings. With Klay Thompson still recovering from an injury, Garland is proving he can be a reliable second option for Golden State. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Clippers are getting big contributions from their bench mob. Paul George has been leading the charge with 25 points and 5 rebounds per game in his last four appearances, but it's been the play of Marcus Leonard that has really stood out. The rookie guard is averaging 12 points and 3 assists per game over his last three games, showing flashes of his impressive scoring ability. The Phoenix Suns are trying to stay relevant despite injuries to key players like Devin Booker and Mikal Bridges. One bright spot has been the play of big man Luka Kleber. The German center is averaging 15 points and 8 rebounds per game in his last four appearances, providing a much-needed boost on the glass for Phoenix. On the other end of the spectrum, the Sacramento Kings are struggling to find consistency despite the emergenc...#Paul_George #Stephen_Curry #Phoenix_Suns #Devin_Booker #Sacramento_Kings #Mikal_Bridges #Golden_State_Warriors #Los_Angeles_Clippers #Portland_Trail_Blazers #DAngelo_Garland #Klay_Thompson #Marcus_Leonard #Luka_Kleber #Jalen_Thiero #Jordan_Bouyea
Pacers Pull Off Stunning Upset Against Clippers In a game that had everyone on the edge of their seats, the Indiana Pacers managed to pull off an incredible upset against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Pacers, who were considered huge underdogs going into the contest, came out strong and never looked back. The game started off with both teams feeling each other out, but it was the Pacers who drew first blood. A three-pointer by Malcolm Brogdon gave them an early 3-0 lead, and they would not look back. The Clippers struggled to find their rhythm on offense, allowing the Pacers to build a comfortable lead. As the game wore on, the Pacers continued to dominate. They were led by the outstanding play of Domantas Sabonis, who had a monster game with 25 points and 12 rebounds. Myles Turner also chipped in with 18 points and 7 rebounds, while Brogdon added 15 points off the bench. The Clippers, on the other hand, struggled to find their footing. They were led by Kawhi Leonard's 23 points, but even he couldn't carry his team to victory. The Pacers' defense was stifling all night long, holding the Clippers to just 39% shooting from the field and 25% from three-point range. As the final buzzer sounded, the Pacers had pulled off a stunning 102-85 upset. It was their fourth win in their last five games, and it showed that they are a team on the rise. "We're proud of our guys," said Pacers coach Rick Carlisle after the game. "They've been working hard and it's paying off. We're excited to see where this season takes us." The Clippers, meanwhile, were left to wonder what went wrong. They had dominated the Pacers in their previous meeting ear...#Denver_Nuggets #Indiana_Pacers #Domantas_Sabonis #Los_Angeles_Clippers #Portland_Trail_Blazers #Kawhi_Leonard #Malcolm_Brogdon #Rick_Carlisle #Myles_Turner #Doc_Rivers
NBA Teams' Regrets: One Trade Each Wishes It Could Make Right Now The NBA trade deadline has come and gone, leaving some teams feeling regretful about the moves they didn't make. With hindsight being 20/20, it's easy to imagine which trades each team would wish they could redo right now. Atlanta Hawks: The Hawks traded away their first-round pick in the 2021 draft for the rights to acquire Cam Reddish from the New York Knicks. They'd be happy to get that pick back and rework their roster around Trae Young. A trade for a young talent like Jalen Green or Jonathan Kuminga would give them a much-needed boost on the wing. Boston Celtics: The C's traded away the 2019 first-round pick they acquired from Sacramento, which became Tyler Herro, to the Miami Heat. They'd love to have that pick back and pair it with their current core. A trade for someone like Jarrett Allen or Bam Adebayo would give them a dominant big man to anchor their defense. Brooklyn Nets: The Nets traded away Jeremy L...#NBA #Charlotte_Hornets #Denver_Nuggets #Detroit_Pistons #Chicago_Bulls #Indiana_Pacers #Cleveland_Cavaliers #Orlando_Magic #Toronto_Raptors #Phoenix_Suns #Milwaukee_Bucks #Sacramento_Kings #Los_Angeles_Lakers #Boston_Celtics #Golden_State_Warriors #New_Orleans_Pelicans #Atlanta_Hawks #Brooklyn_Nets #Houston_Rockets #Los_Angeles_Clippers #Memphis_Grizzlies #Miami_Heat #Minnesota_Timberwolves #New_York_Knicks #Oklahoma_City_Thunder #Philadelphia_76ers #Portland_Trail_Blazers #San_Antonio_Spurs #Utah_Jazz
