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Charles Barkley said he would have "clocked" Tyrese Haliburton's dad.

Charles Barkley Had Violent Answer for What He Would've Done to Tyrese Haliburton’s Dad

Barkley wouldn't have hesitated to get violent with the Pacers star's dad.

Charles Barkley said he would have "clocked" Tyrese Haliburton's dad.

Charles Barkley Had Violent Answer for What He Would've Done to Tyrese Haliburton’s Dad

Barkley wouldn't have hesitated to get violent with the Pacers star's dad.

Banchero (left) and Tatum (right) spend time together every summer and consider each other friends, just not during the NBA playoffs.

Jayson Tatum 'Didn't Say Two Words' to Friend Paolo Banchero During Celtics-Magic Series

Jayson Tatum admitted he didn't speak to his friend and Magic forward Paolo Banchero during the Celtics' five-game triumph over Orlando in the first round series.

Tyrese Haliburton gave the Pacers a series win over the Bucks with a last-second layup in Game 5.

Pacers’ Surreal Win Over Bucks Makes Recent NBA Playoff Broadcast News Even Sadder

Local broadcast crews won’t be calling NBA playoff games after this season.

Giannis reacts to Tyrese Haliburton’s father’s taunts.

Stephen A. Smith Blasts Tyrese Haliburton’s Dad Over ‘Embarrassing’ Giannis Clash

Tyrese Haliburton’s dad has a history of talking to opposing players according to Stephen A. Smith.

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San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle on Nov 27, 2024.

Victor Wembanyama Had Sweet Message for NBA Rookie of the Year Stephon Castle

Los Angeles Clippers guard Ben Simmons played five minutes and scored zero points in the Game 5 loss to the Nuggets.

NBA Fans Roasted Ben Simmons Over His Laughably Bad Fail vs. Nikola Jokic

Giannis Antetokounmpo on April 29, 2025.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Dropped Sad Line About Damian Lillard After Losing Game 5

Mikal Bridges warms up against the Detroit Pistons.

Knicks Forward Has Simple Suggestion to Fix Slow Third Quarter Starts Against Pistons

Giannis Antetokounmpo didn't want to answer a question about the possibility of the Bucks not being contenders moving forward.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Had Smart Answer About His Future With Bucks After Loss

John Haliburton (left) confronted Antetokounmpo (right) after the Pacers' win over the Bucks.

Tyrese Haliburton's Dad Apologizes After Postgame Confrontation With Giannis

Shaq thinks Giannis Antetokounmpo was to blame for the ugly clash with Tyrese Haliburton's dad after Tuesday night's Bucks-Pacers game.

Shaq Surprisingly Blamed Giannis Antetokounmpo for Clash With Tyrese Haliburton’s Dad

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle is a great prop target on Wednesday.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Julius Randle, Warriors-Rockets)

The Knicks lost Game 5 to the Pistons

Tom Thibodeau Defends Decision to Keep Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart Sidelined Late in Game 5

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo during Game 5 of the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs.

Giannis Had a Painfully Simple Response When Asked About Feelings After Pacers Loss

The Boston Celtics made NBA playoff history in the series-clinching win over the Orlando Magic.

Celtics Make NBA Playoff History in Series-Clinching Win Over Magic

Tyrese Haliburton’s father and Giannis Antetokounmpo had to be separated following the Pacers win over the Bucks.

Giannis Reveals What Tyrese Haliburton’s Dad Said to Him to Start Confrontation

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers calls a timeout in the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers in Game 4.

Doc Rivers Identifies Biggest Defensive Mistake in Bucks’ Overtime Collapse to Pacers

Giannis Antetokounmpo watches Tyrese Haliburton’s father hold up a flag in front of him.

Video Appears to Show Tyrese Haliburton’s Dad Instigating Giannis After Pacers Win

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton was not thrilled with his dad taunting Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo following the Game 5 win.

Tyrese Haliburton Thinks His Dad Was in the Wrong After Confrontation With Giannis

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Murray flashes a grin while speaking to reporters.

Jamal Murray Still Motivated by Clippers Player Being Drafted Before Him

Antetokounmpo and the Bucks likely saw their season end with Lillard’s injury.

Damian Lillard’s Injury Could End the Giannis Antetokounmpo Era in Milwaukee

Leonard (2) is on a mission to get another NBA title.

Clippers Appear to Finally Have the Right Title-Pursuing Puzzle Pieces

Mitchell is key to the Cavaliers’ title pursuit.

NBA Playoffs: One Thing We’ve Learned About Every Team in First Round

Doncic (77) had another 30-point night in the Lakers’ Game 2 win.

Full Throttle Luka Doncic Is Exactly What the Lakers Need

Curry put up 31 points in Golden State's 95–85 win over Houston in Game 1.

SI:AM | Vintage Stephen Curry Performance Leads Warriors Over Rockets

Dort and Holmgren will be key to the Thunder’s championship chase.

NBA Championship Power Rankings: Thunder Roll Into Postseason As Favorites

Gilgeous-Alexander is the front-runner for MVP.

NBA Awards Ballot: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Nikola Jokic for MVP, Plus All Other Picks

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Amen Thompson Primed to Soar As Houston Launches NBA Title Chase

Butler and Curry are healthy entering the NBA playoffs and have a favorable first-round matchup.

NBA Playoffs Upset Watch: Four Low Seeds Who Could Defy the Odds

Williams goes up for a shot against the Rockets.

Jalen Williams Isn’t Backing Down in Thunder’s Pursuit of an NBA Title

Tatum and Brown look for a rebound against Mavericks guard Klay Thompson.

Five Trends That Could Decide 2025 NBA Playoffs

Mobley drives to the basket against Clippers guard Kris Dunn in March.

Evan Mobley Has the Magic Touch for East Top Seed Cavaliers

How the Lakers Surged Into Title Contention One Move at a Time

Cunningham will make his postseason debut this season as the Pistons clinched their first berth since 2019.

Cade Cunningham and the NBA Playoff Debuts We Can’t Wait to See

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Celtics First Round Victory Extends Remarkable Jaylen Brown Postseason Streak

Mar 25, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Montrezl Harrell (15) and Philadelphia 76ers center Dwight Howard (39) battle for position on the court in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

8-Time NBA All-Star Makes LeBron James Statement

Apr 29, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo Refuses to Answer Question on His Future With Team

Apr 24, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley (5) dribbles on New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) in the second half during game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Detroit Pistons Guard Laughs off Knicks Fan's Bold Game 6 Take

Feb 29, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) shoots over Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Potential Suns Target Praised Amid Trade Rumors

Apr 26, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) reacts after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies in game four for the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Stiles Points: Jalen Williams Most Continue Trend in Round 2

Giannis Antetokounmpo to Meet With Bucks to Discuss Future

May 12, 2024; Chicago, IL, USA; Kansas’ Johnny Furphy NBA at the Draft Lottery at McCormick Place West. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

How a Top-Heavy Draft Class Threatens the Wizards

Apr 10, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (2) celebrates a made basket in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Browns Defender Makes Bold Statement About Cavaliers-Pacers Playoff Series