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Jamal Murray hits buzzer-beater to cap 20-point Game 2 comeback for the Denver Nuggets against the Los Angeles Lakers
cnn.com/2024/04/23/sport/jamal-murray-denver-nuggets-la-lakers-nba-playoffs-spt-intl/
Quick Glance: Jamal Murray Leads Denver Nuggets to Impressive Victory over LA Lakers
- Jamal Murray achieved an impressive 15-foot buzzer-beater over Anthony Davis to complete a sensational 20-point comeback and give the Denver Nuggets a 101-99 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. This unexpected triumph grants the defending champions a 2-0 lead in the first round, as they now prepare for the upcoming games in the Lakers' arena.
- Following the game-winning shot, Jamal Murray fell into the Nuggets' bench and was embraced by his teammates, igniting the atmosphere in the Ball Arena. Murray faced a challenging start in the game, hitting only three of his first 16 shots before going 6-for-8 in the fourth quarter, scoring 14 of his total 20 points, including the decisive basket.
- While Murray encountered difficulties, the Nuggets stayed competitive thanks to another outstanding performance by Nikola Jokić, who recorded 27 points, 20 rebounds, 10 assists, and two steals. Michael Porter Jr. also played a crucial role in the Nuggets' victory with 22 points, including successful shooting from beyond the arc.
- The Lakers expressed dissatisfaction with the officiating, particularly regarding a play in the third quarter where a foul against Porter Jr. on D'Angelo Russell was overturned after a review by the Nuggets. It is evident that the Lakers' prospects are increasingly dim after losing 10 consecutive games against the Nuggets. A monumental shift in fate will be required for Los Angeles to progress to the next round.
The top 10 in Matchup Difficulty
1. Luguentz Dort2. Jeremy Sochan
3. Alex Caruso
4. Jaden McDaniels
5. Dillon Brooks6. Vince Williams Jr.
7. OG Anunoby
8 ... Show more
The top 10 in Defensive Positional Versatility
1. Scottie Barnes
2. Deni Avdija3. Dillon Brooks4.Naji Marshall
5. Peyton Watson
6. Russell Westbrook
7 ... Show more
The NBA Just Banned a Player for Life. It Had No Choice.: He did things worse than anything Pete Rose ever got up to.
slate.com/culture/2024/04/jontay-porter-lifetime-ban-nba-sports-betting-scandal-gambling.html
Quick Glance: Lifetime Ban as Warning to NBA Gamblers: Coach
- Commissioner Adam Silver's firm stance on Raptors bench player Jontay Porter serves as a cautionary tale for potential NBA gamblers.
- The NBA's decision to ban Jontay Porter due to his involvement in gambling did not come as a surprise to anyone in the league.
- NBA bit players pose a gambling risk and were seen as an ideal example in this cautionary tale, as mentioned by an NBA coach.
- Porter's limited significance as a player will lead to the story fading quickly, even though it may be referenced in relation to his brother Michael Porter Jr. and the Nuggets during the playoffs.
Will the Sacramento Kings Make a Trade After Plateauing?: The bar has been raised in Sacramento. Will this version of the Kings be able to reach it? Or will ...
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/22/24137192/sacramento-kings-trades-rumors-nba-offseason
Quick Glance: Potential Trade Moves for Sacramento Kings Post Stagnation
- After a promising season, the Kings' playoff debut ended after just one season. Despite similar performance to the previous year, altered expectations led to disappointment. The Kings find themselves stuck in the NBA's Maddening Middle, where progress is painstaking, exhilaration fleeting.
- The Kings have a solid foundation with emerging players like Fox, Sabonis, and Murray. Despite missing the play-in, the core for a strong playoff team is in place. The challenge now lies in making the leap from good to great, meeting high expectations, and navigating the competitive Western Conference.
- Despite a promising season, the Kings were not as dominant as before. Improvements in defense and offensive challenges shaped their course. Sacramento needs patience and strategic decisions to thrive in the tough Western Conference, make the next step, and stay competitive.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tonight:
33 PTS, 5 AST, 3 REB, 68% FGChet Holmgren tonight:
26 PTS, 7 REB, 2 BLK, 69% FG
Jalen Williams tonight:
21 PTS, 8 AST ... Show more
the top 10 in Clutch WPA (Win Probability Added)
1. Stephen Curry2. Giannis Antetokounmpo3. DeMar DeRozan
4. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander5. Paul George
6 ... Show more
Warriors Expected To Evaluate Trade Options On Andrew Wiggins
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/17/24132900/golden-state-warriors-future-steph-curry-klay-thompson-offseason
Quick Glance: Kings-Warriors: Coach Kerr Endorses NBA Play-In
- Coach Steve Kerr supports the NBA play-in tournament for adding excitement to the season.
- The play-in format provided a lifeline for the Kings and Warriors, who wouldn't have made the playoffs in the old system.
- The Kings face challenges due to injuries to key players, while Coach Brown praises the Warriors' core players.
- Brown highlights the impact of Chris Paul and his greatness in the NBA.
141 NBA players voted for who they think should win MVP:
41.8%: Nikola Jokic
36.9%: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander9.9%: Luka Doncic4.3%: Jayson Tatum
1 ... Show more @TheAthletic
“D'Angelo Russell play better, Lakers have a chance. D'Angelo Russell don’t play better, Lakers don’t stand a chance.”
- Draymond Green
(via @TheVolumeSports )
Report: Purdue star Zach Edey declares for NBA draft: Purdue center Zach Edey, the two-time national player of the year, has officially entered the 2024 NBA ...
reuters.com/sports/report-purdue-star-zach-edey-declares-nba-draft-2024-04-23/
The top rated players in the DEN/LAL series via LEBRON
1. Nikola Jokic 6.77
2. Anthony Davis 4.77
3. LeBron James 3.03
4. Aaron Gordon 1.26
5 ... Show more
BREAKING: Clutch player of the year finalists;Stephen Curry DeMar DeRozan Shai Gilgeous-Alexander(via @NBAonTNT )
ESPN’s Top 15 players in the postseason:
1. Nikola Jokic
2. Luka Doncic3. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander4. Joel Embiid5. Jalen Brunson
6. Kawhi Leonard
7 ... Show more
The top 10 guards in Pull Up 3PT%
1. Mike Conley 45.2%
2. CJ McCollum 43.3%
3. Cameron Payne 42.9%
4. Jamal Murray 42.6%
5. Kyrie Irving 39.5%
6 ... Show more
Steph Curry on his relationship with Andrew Wiggins:
“It’s like that parent-child relationship. Not to say he is a child but to only ask him to do what he is ... Show more @NBCSWarriors
Chet Holmgren on Shai Gilgeous Alexander:
“He’s too humble to say it, but this is the MVP right here.”
(via @NBAonTNT )
Nickeil Alexander-Walker took the 6th most corner 3s in the NBA and hit 44.5% (!) this year
Gifted defender—corals & keeps excellent ball handlers in ... Show more
BREAKING: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's first signature shoe will be released in 2025 with Converse, per @ShamsCharania .
Oshae Brissett sends a message to Heat fans
“See you guys on Sunday. Keep chanting 'We want Celtics.' We will continue this conversation after the first round ... Show more @AdamTaylorNBA
LeBron James rants at NBA's replay center for calls, Lakers lose on buzzer-beater, trail Denver 2-0
nbcnews.com/sports/lebron-james-rants-nbas-replay-center-calls-lakers-lose-buzzer-beater-rcna148911
Jamal Murray believes that the duo of himself and Nikola Jokic is better than the pairs of Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo ... Show more
Through a slow first three quarters, Jamal Murray's coaches and teammates told their star guard to stick with it, knowing what he’s capable of in the clutch ... Show more
JAMAL MURRAY THREW THIS DOWN 🏹
The NBA has announced that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a finalist for the Most Valuable Player and Clutch Player of the Year Award. 🏀🇨🇦
Nuggets' Michael Porter Jr. Shares How He's Processing Brothers' NBA Ban, Prison Sentence
si.com/nba/2024/04/21/michael-porter-jontay-coban-brothers
“He’s one of the best defenders I've ever seen in my life.”
- RJ Barrett on OG Anunoby
(Via @theshift_sports )
2023-24 Perimeter Isolation Defense metric leaders:
1. Luguentz Dort2. Alex Caruso
3. Jeremy Sochan
4. OG Anunoby
5. Jaden McDaniels
6. Ausar Thompson
7 ... Show more
http://NBA.com’s final MVP Ladder:
1. Nikola Jokic
2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander3. Luka Doncic
4. Giannis Antetokounmpo5. Jayson Tatum
6 ... Show more
The top 10 in total 3PT Assists
1. Domantas Sabonis2. Giannis Antetokounmpo3. Tyrese Haliburton
4. Luka Doncic
5. Nikola Jokic
6. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
7 ... Show more
The Joker (32 PTS, 12 REB, 7 AST) leads the way for the Denver Nuggets in Game 1! 🃏🙌
Murray: 22 PTS | 6 REB | 10 AST
MPJ: 19 PTS | 7 REB
http://Ringer.com’s updated top 30 players:
1. Nikola Jokic
2. Luka Doncic
3. Giannis Antetokounmpo4. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander5. Joel Embiid
6 ... Show more
Kenny Brooks signs another incoming freshman for UK women’s basketball
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-women/article287786180.html
WHAT. A. GAME.
The Thunder pull through at the end to take Game 1 over the Pelicans led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 28 points 🔥
The top 10 in Drive Assist Points/75
1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander2. Luka Doncic3. Jalen Brunson4. Zion Williamson
5. Jaren Jackson Jr.
6. Anthony Edwards
7 ... Show more
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has led OKC from the No. 10 seed last year to a chance at the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference this season ... Show more
The top 10 guards in LEBRON
1. Luka Doncic
2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander3. Donovan Mitchell
4. Kyrie Irving5. Tyrese Haliburton
6. James Harden
7 ... Show more shorturl.at/ilqE7
Thoughts after Toronto's Game 3 loss: Go to the net, Mitch: After Toronto's Game 3 loss at home to Boston, Justin Bourne shares his takeaways from the game ...
sportsnet.ca/nhl/thoughts-after-torontos-game-3-loss-go-to-the-net-mitch/
Thunder Undefeated During Postseason When a Fan Hits Half Court Shot Worth $20,000
si.com/nba/2024/04/25/thunder-fan-half-court-shot-money-postseason-undefeated
Stephen Curry is the favorite to win Clutch Player of the Year, per @BovadaOfficial Stephen Curry (GSW) -175
DeMar DeRozan (CHI) +120
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC) ... Show more
Adam Silver: NBA players manipulating wagers face life ban: With the NBA investigating a player for possibly conspiring to affect gambling results regarding ...
reuters.com/sports/adam-silver-nba-players-manipulating-wagers-face-life-ban-2024-04-11/
NBA: Nets name Spaniard Jordi Fernandez as new head coach: Jordi Fernandez, who guided Canada to a bronze medal in last year's World Cup ...
sports.inquirer.net/562731/nba-nets-name-spaniard-jordi-fernandez-as-new-head-coach
NBA playoffs: Nuggets work over Lakers to pick up where they left off from last year
sports.yahoo.com/nba-playoffs-nuggets-work-over-lakers-to-pick-up-where-they-left-off-from-last-year-025932702.html
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren combine for 59 points in the Thunder’s Game 2 win over the Pelicans.
◻️ SGA: 33 PTS, 5 AST
◻️ Chet: 26 PTS ... Show more @okcthunder #NBAPlayoffs
Thunder strike Pelicans, as Celtics open playoff on high note: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 28 points to lift the host Oklahoma City Thunder to a thrilling ...
dailysabah.com/sports/basketball/thunder-strike-pelicans-as-celtics-open-playoff-on-high-note
LUKA PUT THE MOVES ON DILLON BROOKS. 🔥🔥
Celtic reach Scottish Cup final with penalty shoot-out win over Aberdeen: The holders are through to face Hearts or Rangers in next month's showcase final.
news.stv.tv/sport/celtic-reach-scottish-cup-final-with-penalty-shoot-out-win-over-aberdeen
Toughest possible punishment: NBA bans Raptors pro Porter for life: He doesn't have a big name in the NBA yet - and he can't earn one now: The NBA slaps Jontay ...
n-tv.de/sport/NBA-sperrt-Raptors-Profi-Porter-lebenslang-article24882002.html
D'ANGELO RUSSELL IN THE CLUTCH 🗣️
The top 10 guards in Stable FTA/75
1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander2. Luka Doncic3. Trae Young
4. Damian Lillard5. Anthony Edwards
6. Devin Booker
7 ... Show more
From @TheAthletic: Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter has received a lifetime ban from the NBA for violating its gaming rules, the league announced.
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Nick Wright thinks the Miami Heat should draft Zach Edey“Bam can kinda extend the floor, I know he’s not the greatest shooter and Edey can play down low ... Show more @WhatsWrightShow @WheelerJaylen
D'Angelo Russell Likely To Decline Player Option With Lakers, Become Free Agent
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ESPN Sources: The Charlotte Hornets’ coaching search continues with preliminary round interviews that include Lakers assistant Jordan Ott and former Vanderbilt ... Show more
Zach Edey was a one-man show in the national final. Purdue needed even more.: Zach Edey finished with 37 points and 10 rebounds, but he couldn’t do it alone ...
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/04/09/purdue-ncaa-final-zach-edey/
Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray on Nikola Jokic: 'I think we’re the best duo'
hoopshype.com/lists/denver-nuggets-star-jamal-murray-on-nikola-jokic-i-think-were-the-best-duo/
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on the MVP award:
"I hope I get it“I hope I get it, yes. I think all the guys are deserving, all have their case ... Show more
Nets coaching search zeroes in on Mike Budenholzer and 2 other candidates as finalists: Sources
theathletic.com/5412640/2024/04/13/nets-head-coach-candidates-mike-budenholzer/
Dan Hurley Didn’t Hold Back on Zach Edey’s Special Treatment in UConn’s NCAA Title Win Over Purdue
si.com/college/2024/04/09/uconn-dan-hurley-rips-refs-over-zach-edey-treatment
Quick Glance: Dan Hurley Confronts Purdue's Zach Edey Over Hard Screen on UConn
- During Monday's national championship game, Dan Hurley expressed discontent with Zach Edey, making his feelings known to the Purdue center.
- Hurley was observed engaging with the Boilermakers star after Edey knocked down UConn's Stephon Castle with a hard screen.
- Edey seemed to push Castle during the screen, frustrating Hurley as Purdue's key player avoided a potentially costly foul.
- Edey did not accumulate a foul in the first half, contributing 16 of the Boilermakers' 30 points, along with five rebounds and two blocks.
Darko Rajakovic held Raptors ship steady during stormy season: Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has ambitious off-season plans. After this season ...
sportsnet.ca/nba/darko-rajakovic-held-raptors-ship-steady-during-stormy-season/
“Caitlin Clark, you are one of the G.O.A.T.'s of our game and we appreciate you.” 🐐Dawn Staley on Caitlin Clark. ✊
(via @TSN_Sports )
ESPN Sources with @NotoriousOHM : Clippers are waiving G Josh Primo, who averaged 16 points in G League. He suffered a season-ending ankle injury that will keep him out ... Show more
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander last night:
40 points
7 rebounds
4 assists
67.11% TS
Played like an MVP last night 👀
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