Tag: NBA Playoffs
Sixers’ Joel Embiid Likely to Remain Out for Game 2 vs. Celtics
It didn't seem to hurt the 76ers that star center Joel Embiid missed Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series vs. the Celtics.
After...
Warriors-Kings Game 7 Draws Most First-Round Viewers Since 1999
If you think people will be tuning in for the Lakers vs. Warriors playoff series, you are probably correct.
And you can base it on...
Nikola Jokic, Nuggets Scrape by Suns, and Maybe it’s Time to Believe
Maybe at some point, we'll believe the Nuggets were worthy of the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.
Actually, if you don't believe yet...
James Harden Scores 45, Hits Dagger, Sixers Stun Celtics in Game 1
It took a career-tying performance from James Harden, but somehow, someway, the 76ers lead their Eastern Conference semifinal series vs. the Celtics, 1-0.
That's because...
Poll: Warriors vs. Lakers; Who Wins and In How Many Games?
There will be no shortage of playoff experience when the Warriors face the Lakers in the second round of the Western Conference playoffs.
You already...
East Notes: Raptors, Scottie Barnes, Knicks, Heat, Jimmy Butler
Raptors
Forward Scottie Barnes is the least likely member of the Raptors to be on the move this summer, per Eric...
Lakers Notes: LeBron James, Anthony Davis, West Semis
Plenty of good series remain now that the second round of the NBA playoffs is in full swing, but let's face it, none are...
Warriors Notes: Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson
Star guard Steph Curry pleaded to his teammates in an impassioned pregame speech to go out and handle business against the Kings, per Marcus...
Knicks Notes: Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, Julius Randle
Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson took most of the blame for the Game 1 home loss to the Heat on Sunday.
“There were key moments...
Grizzlies’ Dillon Brooks Says No Regrets on Trash-Talking, Leaves Door Open for Return
Grizzlies forward Dillon Brooks made a name for himself in the playoff series against the Lakers, and not always in a good way.
Brooks instead...
Steph Curry Erupts for 50, Warriors End Kings’ Wonderful Ride
It was what you'd expect from the defending champions and their star player in a Game 7, even on the road.
And star guard Steph...
Heat Win Six of Seven for First Time This Season, Steal Game 1 From Knicks
For the first time this season, the Heat have won six of seven games, as relayed by Ethan Skolnick of 5 Reasons Sports.
That includes...
Sixers’ Joel Embiid Puts Up Shots, But Will Need ‘Miracle’ to Play in Game 1
Star center Joel Embiid is hoping to return for the 76ers' East semifinal series vs. the Celtics, though Monday's Game 1 is not looking...
Lakers Notes: Anthony Davis, LeBron James, West Semis
Star big man Anthony Davis suggested the Lakers weren't all that bothered by the trash talk from the Grizzlies during their first-round playoff series.
“People...
