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The Dallas Mavericks secure a 2-1 series advantage after clinching a 105-101 win against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3

Tim Hardaway Jr. shoots and gets a 3-point basket

Kyrie Irving led the way with 22 points, securing a crucial running shot in the final minute to seal Dallas’ victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, giving the Mavericks a 2-1 lead in the Western…

Mitchell scored 33 points, yet the Cleveland Cavaliers couldn’t rein in Tatum and Brown, resulting in a Game 3 defeat to the Boston Celtics

Donovan Mitchell tries to jump ahead to make the basket

Donovan Mitchell sat slouched in his locker chair, his white leggings torn and a blood stain marking his healthy knee. Despite scoring an impressive 33 points, Mitchell didn’t receive enough support from his teammates as…

Andrew Nembhard’s Clutch Three Lifts Pacers Over Knicks in Game 3

In a crucial moment during Game 3 between the Indiana Pacers and the New York Knicks, with only 22 seconds remaining and the score tied at 106, Tyrese Haliburton controlled the ball as the shot…

Lakers Want LeBron Back on His Terms, Might Draft Bronny

Lakers focus on bringing back LeBron, ready to meet his terms.

The Lakers are prioritizing bringing LeBron James back for the upcoming season, with a willingness to accommodate his terms, as highlighted by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin. This includes offering LeBron up to a three-year, $164 million…

A last-minute 3-pointer secures a 111-106 win for the Pacers against the Knicks

Myles Turner blocks a shot by Josh Hart

Andrew Nembhard made a crucial 31-foot 3-pointer with only 16 seconds left, Tyrese Haliburton scored 35 points, and the Indiana Pacers came from behind in the fourth quarter to defeat the injured New York Knicks…

The Indiana Pacers secure a 111-106 win over the New York Knicks with Andrew Nembhard’s late 3-pointer and narrows the series to 2-1

Tyrese Haliburton celebrates after getting a three pointer

Tyrese Haliburton slowly made his way to the microphone on Friday night with injuries to his ankle, tailbone, and body. Despite his physical discomfort, Haliburton showed no signs of pain in the final moments of…

The Denver Nuggets recover with a dominant 117-90 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves

Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray at the court

The Denver Nuggets were too determined, experienced, proud, and talented to let their poor performance in the first two games affect this series against the rising Minnesota Timberwolves. This is what NBA champions do —…

Despite having an injured right foot, Jalen Brunson is in the starting lineup for the New York Knicks

Jalen Brunson pumped up after making the basket

Jalen Brunson, a guard for the New York Knicks, began Game 3 against the Indiana Pacers on Friday evening despite having a sore right foot. The All-Star player has been scoring an average of 35.6…

Charles Oakley refuses an invitation to Madison Square Garden as long as James Dolan remains in control

Charles Oakley attends the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Atlanta Hawks

Charles Oakley, a former player for the New York Knicks, has decided he won’t go back to Madison Square Garden. He won’t visit during the NBA playoffs, especially not while he’s in a legal battle…

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Mavericks aim to maintain their home-court advantage as they face off against the Boston Celtics and Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3s

Shai Gilgeous Alexander reacts in the game

Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers gained an advantage by winning Game 2 in Boston, just as Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks did in Oklahoma City. Now, both the Cavs and Mavs will attempt…

According to a source from the Associated Press, Mike Budenholzer has accepted the coaching position for the Phoenix Suns

Mike Budenholzer directs the team during the first half

Mike Budenholzer has agreed to become the coach of the Phoenix Suns, as per someone familiar with the decision. The Suns have chosen him because he previously defeated them in the 2021 NBA Finals. Budenholzer,…

Patrick Beverley has been suspended for four games without pay due to his actions in the game against the Pacers

Patrick Beverley shoots past the defender

The NBA suspended Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley on Thursday for four games without pay at the start of the next season. This was due to his actions during and after the last game of…

Jarrett Allen of the Cavaliers will miss Game 2 against the Celtics due to bruised ribs

Frank Vogel signals the players midgame

Frank Vogel’s time as the Phoenix Suns’ coach has ended after a disappointing season that didn’t see any playoff wins. The team let go of the 50-year-old Vogel on Thursday, shortly after being swept out…

OG Anunoby is ruled out, and Jalen Brunson’s status remains uncertain for the Knicks in Game 3 against the Pacers

OG Anunoby drives forward with the ball

OG Anunoby will be absent from the New York Knicks’ lineup in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Friday due to a strained left hamstring. Meanwhile, Jalen Brunson’s availability is uncertain due to…

The Minnesota Timberwolves head into an intense night at Target Center with a 2-0 lead against the Denver Nuggets, while the Knicks, leading 2-0

Aaron Smith tries to basket the ball

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been the surprising stars of the NBA playoffs, winning their first six games with a strong defense, key performances from Anthony Edwards, and deep bench strength. They’ve made a significant move…

Mitchell’s 29-point performance propels the Cleveland Cavaliers to a resounding 118-94 victory over the Boston Celtics, leveling the series

Jayson Tatum is defended by Cleveland players

Donovan Mitchell made an impressive 3-pointer from well beyond the arc, and he could only shrug as he headed back on defense. He then scored two more baskets to give the Cleveland Cavaliers a 16-point…

Subpar defensive play and a lack of scoring accuracy hinder Boston Celtics in their Game 2 defeat against the Cleveland Cavaliers

Joe Mazzulla watches the game from the bench

The Celtics are facing a familiar problem in the playoffs’ second round. After dominating Game 1 against Miami in the first round, they struggled in Game 2. The same thing happened in their 118-94 loss…