NBA: Jimmy Butler leads Heat to narrow win over Cavs

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Jarrett Allen doesn’t regret saying lights were ‘brighter than expected’ after Knicks playoff loss

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Miami Heat, New Orleans Pelicans win play-in games to claim final two spots in NBA playoffs

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NBA Playoffs 2024: Eastern Conference First Round Matchups

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Apr 13

All Eastern Conference Playoff Scenarios Entering Final Day Of Regular Season

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Quick Glance: Exciting Decisions in NBA Playoffs and Tournament

The playoff seedings in the Eastern and Western Conferences will be fiercely contested until the end of the regular season.

Key playoff and Play-In scenarios for the Heat, 76ers, Lakers, Suns, Kings, and Warriors.

The Kings' collapse against the Suns alters the West Play-In picture.

The Cavaliers secure homecourt advantage as the Timberwolves and Thunder battle for positions.

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Apr 16

Heat's Jimmy Butler: Nobody Wants to Face Us in a 7-Game NBA Playoff Series: Jimmy Butler believes that opposing teams aren't interested in facing the Miami Heat ...

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Quick Glance: Bam Adebayo's Journey as Guardian of Heat Culture

Bam Adebayo has taken on the responsibility to continue the tradition of Miami Heat and is the new keeper of Heat Culture.

Heat Culture embodies maniacal intensity, unwavering accountability, and relentless toughness that have survived through generations since 1995.

Adebayo learned from Haslem and Wade, officially taking on the role of Heat captain to carry on the culture and traditions.

His leadership qualities shine through direct communication, personal bonding with teammates, and taking responsibility in challenging moments.

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Miami Heat think they are ready to make another unlikely run: ‘It’ll be a show’: “I think the biggest takeaway from last year is just (that) anything can happen ...

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Channeling ‘Friday Night Lights,’ Erik Spoelstra has Heat ready for anything: With or without Jimmy Butler, head coach Erik Spoelstra gives the Heat the best ...

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Nicolas Batum shows impact of role players in Sixers’ Play-In win over Heat: Few could have expected Nicolas Batum's heroics Wednesday night, but it was why the ...

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Knicks clinch No. 2 seed in overtime thriller: The NBA postseason is set after a final day of the season that saw many seeds change.

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Klay Thompson says 2023 Heat inspire Warriors: ‘We’re capable of a run like that’

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The Athletic Apr 18

Can the Cleveland Cavaliers convince Donovan Mitchell to stay?: Mitchell has played his best basketball in Cleveland with a talented, improving core ...

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Is J.B. Bickerstaff the right playoff coach for Cavs? The pressure is on – Terry Pluto

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NBA world accuses Cavs of intentionally losing to Hornets: ‘Loser move for a loser franchise’

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Apr 14

The Cavs threw last game to manipulate NBA Playoff matchups, and it could haunt them

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As Donovan Mitchell’s health improves, Cavs aim to ‘loosen up’ ahead of postseason

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Knicks clinch No. 2 seed in overtime thriller: The NBA postseason is set after a final day of the season that saw many seeds change.

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Apr 15

Cavs end regular season with a whimper and some boos, losing to Charlotte Hornets, 120-110

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Apr 09

‘Respect me!’ Madonna stopped her show in Miami. So what made her so hot and bothered?

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Apr 05

Tyler Herro Could Return Friday

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Apr 15

I don’t want to hear about playoff seeds or injuries: It’s time for the Cavs to win – Terry Pluto

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Apr 14

NBA playoffs: Who made it? Bracket, seeds, matchups, play-in tournament schedule, TV

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Bill Simmons on 18-2 run Cavs had earlier this season: ‘Whatever that was, that wasn’t real’

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What stood out in Bulls’ Play-In win over Hawks: Coby White shines as Atlanta lacks firepower to keep up

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NBA buzz suggests Donovan Mitchell will decline extension and look elsewhere unless Cavs make Finals

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Cavs playoff hopes rest on Donovan Mitchell, but also the lessons learned along the way

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Apr 15

Georges Niang does something no other Cavs player has done in 5 seasons: Georges Niang is the first Cavs player since 2018-19 to play in all 82 games.

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Report: J.B. Bickerstaff was almost fired earlier this season, could be coaching for his job in playoffs

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Apr 18

What’s a ‘halo effect’? Cavs, Cleveland businesses brace for serious economic impact on downtown from NBA pla

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The Athletic Apr 14

What NBA playoff scenarios are still in play on the final day of the regular season?

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Miami area medical marijuana producer creates strain for Heat legend Udonis Haslem

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Apr 14

Lionel Messi and Patrick Mahomes Link Up Ahead of Inter Miami-Sporting KC Clash: One legend greeted another Saturday in Kansas City.

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Apr 09

UM’s Norchad Omier enters NBA Draft, aims to make history as first Nicaraguan in league

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Apr 17

Miami Heat’s Nikola Jovic eager to prove himself in postseason, ‘This is his opportunity’

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Apr 17

Cavs preparing to be without key rotation player for Game 1 of playoffs against Orlando Magic

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Apr 17

Heat’s Bam Adebayo named to Team USA roster for Paris Olympics. Also, Heat injury updates

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Apr 11

ASK IRA: Are we getting to the point of acknowledging Heat regression?: Has the Miami Heat's growth curve gone south this season?

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Apr 14

Why Cavs will play season finale without handful of regulars: The Cavs regular-season finale will feature a different starting lineup and numerous players taking ...

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Apr 12

Cavs & J.B. Bickerstaff face their biggest game of season. Will they pull out of their funk? – Terry Pluto

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Clippers complete their largest comeback of NBA season as Paul George carries LA late vs. Cavaliers

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Kendrick Perkins, Michael Wilbon Blast Heat Fan Base for Late Arrival to Play-In Game

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Apr 07

Clippers, Cavaliers tuning up for playoffs: The Los Angeles Clippers are seeking more consistency on the offensive end, but the team's defense appears ready for ...

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Inquirer.net Apr 18

NBA: Sixers rally to beat Heat, book playoff clash with Knicks: LOS ANGELES, United States — The Philadelphia 76ers, fueled by 23 points from NBA Most Valuable ...

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Apr 18

ESPN 2024 NBA Mock Draft: Clingan Rises to No. 3, Zach Edey to Heat, Bronny Undrafted

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Apr 19

Son of ex-Cleveland Cavs star named MaxPreps National Junior of Year : Christopher Columbus High School basketball junior forward Cameron Boozer ...

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Apr 17

NBA releases dates, times for possible Heat first-round playoffs and/or second play-in game

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LegionHoops Apr 17

Former Miami Heat player seemingly missed game to avoid paying debt to Charles Oakley

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Cleveland Cavaliers general manager Koby Altman transforms franchise post-LeBron James

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Apr 16

NBA Play-In Game Preview: West games on Tuesday. East games on Wednesday. Eliminations on Friday

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Apr 01

Dave Hyde: Time for Jimmy Butler to show up and make closing statement of Heat regular season

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Kendrick Perkins blasts Cavs: ‘I don’t see no type of joy, no type of spirit, no type of effort’

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Tyler Herro’s 33 power Heat to grueling, critical 117-111 2OT victory in Atlanta: It took a while, but powered by Tyler Herro, Jimmy Butler and Nikola Jovic the ...

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Apr 18

NBA Fans Jokingly Credit Free Chicken Promo As Turning Point in 76ers' Win vs. Heat

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Apr 13

Ira Winderman: Heat need enduring playoff run to obtain enduring answers: When it comes to a potential extended playoff run, Pat Riley, Andy Elisburg and the ...

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Apr 10

Heat’s Nikola Jovic steps up in rotation and up in competition, now viewed as real deal

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LegionHoops Apr 10

LeBron admits he would’ve gone off on refs if they had ruled his iconic Finals block as goaltending

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Apr 09

Cavs add new name to never-ending injury report: Sharpshooting reserve Sam Merrill is the latest addition to the injury report.

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Apr 08

Breaking down Heat’s unenviable place in playoff chase with just four games left: With the NBA idle Monday, it allowed those in the playoff race to take stock of ...

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Apr 02

Dean Wade Could Miss Remainder Of Regular Season

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NBA legend dreams of LeBron and Bronny on Cavs: ‘It’s the farewell tour with him going right into Vegas after that’

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Apr 11

Cavs recover from lousy first half, overwhelm undermanned Memphis Grizzlies, 110-98

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Apr 03

Rozier scores 34 with eight 3s, Miami holds off New York 109-99 to improve East playoff outlook

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Apr 02

Young Jazz trio performing well as Cavs come to town: The Cleveland Cavaliers get a glimpse of the future of the Utah Jazz when the clubs meet in Salt Lake City ...

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Apr 04

Booker scores 40, Durant adds 32, Suns improve playoff position with a 122-101 win over Cavs

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Apr 18

Taylor Swift Fan Day, Cavs playoffs: 17 things to do in Cleveland this weekend and beyond

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Cleveland Planning Commission approves latest designs for Bedrock’s Cavs/Clinic riverfront project, but will

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Bam Adebayo will continue taking 3-pointers: ‘It’s time for the tides to shift’: Miami Heat big man Bam Adebayo revealed that he’s going to continue taking ...

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Apr 12

When does NBA play-in tournament start? Games could feature Lakers, Warriors, Heat

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Play-In Preview: Injuries create tighter matchups: Injuries to Jimmy Butler and Zion Williamson will make the final Play-In games much closer than initially ...

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