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How Caitlin Clark’s WNBA spark is akin to the ‘Be Like Mike’ impact of Jordan in the NBA
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Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder Apr 20, 2025 Box Scores: Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder Apr 20, 2025 player box scores including video and ...
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Key Facts: NBA 2024-25 Awards: Finalists Unveiled for Honors
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nba.com
- The NBA has announced the finalists for seven awards recognizing top performers of the 2024-25 regular season.
- Candidates for the Kia NBA Most Valuable Player include Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Nikola Jokić.
- Other categories feature Kia NBA Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and Most Improved Player, each with three nominees.
- Additional honors such as the Kia All-NBA Teams and NBA Coach of the Year will be revealed during the 2025 postseason.
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NBA Playoffs: Los Angeles Lakers succumb to heavy defeat against Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 despite late comeback
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T-Wolves rout Lakers in series opener, overcoming Luka's 37 points: LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jaden McDaniels scored 25 points, Naz Reid added 23 with six 3-pointers ...
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LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Lakers Criticized By NBA Fans in G1 Loss to Edwards, Wolves
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NBA Insiders Reportedly Felt Lakers Got 'Lucky' During 20-4 Run in Regular Season
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Luka Doncic Says Lakers 'For Sure Have a Chance' to Win 2025 NBA Title
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NBA To Begin Formal Process On Expansion In Summer With Eyes On Las Vegas, Seattle
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Image from the original article. Source: Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison says "there's no regrets" on trading Luka Doncic
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Key Facts: Mavs Defend Doncic Trade Despite Disastrous Season
Apr 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sbnation.com
- Nico Harrison expresses no regret over the Luka Doncic trade, despite the Mavericks' disastrous season.
- He reiterates his belief in the philosophy that defense wins championships and justifies the trade based on concerns about Doncic's reliability.
- Injuries to key players like Kyrie Irving have worsened the situation for Dallas, while Doncic continues to excel.
- The Mavericks need to take urgent actions to regain fan trust, including a potential leadership overhaul.
I don’t regret the Luka Doncic trade even after a nightmare end to the Dallas Mavericks’ season.— Nico Harrison, the Mavericks' top decision-maker, spoke about the impacts of the Doncic trade during a press conference.
Ja Morant, Grizzlies Disappoint Fans in NBA Play-in Loss to Stephen Curry, Warriors
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Phoenix Suns fire head coach Mike Budenholzer after disappointing lone season at the helm | CNN
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Image from the original article. Source: Thunder humiliate Grizzlies in 51-point Game 1 win: OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Memphis Grizzlies 131-80 in Game 1 of their Western ...
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Key Facts: Thunder Crush Grizzlies by 51 Points in Playoff Opener
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 131-80 in Game 1 of their playoff series.
- This 51-point victory is the fifth-largest margin in NBA playoff history and the largest for a Game 1.
- Aaron Wiggins led the Thunder with 21 points, while Ja Morant struggled for Memphis with only 17 points.
- Thunder coach Mark Daigneault anticipates a closer matchup in Game 2 as the Grizzlies are expected to improve.
If you’re in a playoff series, it’s a best of seven. It doesn’t matter if you win by one point on a buzzer-beater or you win by 50 points, you get one win. So luckily for us, there’s only one way from this and that’s up. And we will analyze it and learn from it.— Interim coach Tuomas Iisalo after the Grizzlies' loss in Game 1 of the playoffs.
Lakers' Bronny James Makes 1st Career NBA Start as LeBron, Luka Doncic Sit vs. Blazers
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James Harden Says 'All the Players' Want to See SGA Win 2025 NBA MVP Over Nikola Jokic
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Gregg Popovich has medical incident in restaurant, is resting at home, AP source says
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Image from the original article. Source: Derrick White scores 30, Tatum stays in game after fall and Celtics beat Magic 103-86 in Game 1
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Key Facts: Magic Need More Support for Playoff Success
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: orlandosentinel.com
- Paolo Banchero excelled in Game 1, but the Magic lost 103-86 to the Celtics.
- Despite Banchero's 36 points, the Magic couldn't compete with the depth and talent of the Celtics.
- The Magic need additional players to step up significantly to remain competitive in the series.
- The Celtics showcased their strength, while the Magic relied solely on Banchero's performance.
"It’s something we harped on coming into the series," Banchero said. "They do have two main guys, but it’s really the other guys that kill you."— Paolo Banchero discussing the importance of team depth and contributions in the playoff series against the Celtics.
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Hailey Van Lith reunites with Angel Reese in WNBA after teaming up during historic college career
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Luka Doncic's 2nd Technical Foul in Lakers' Loss to Thunder Rescinded by NBA
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In the end, Dallas Mavericks sold their soul for a window that’s shattered | Opinion
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Nuggets' Michael Malone Fired Ahead of 2025 NBA Playoffs, GM Calvin Booth Won't Return
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✂️ "The stories we've heard about the Michael Malone Calvin Booth conflict would blow your mind."
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Kawhi Leonard, Clippers Wow Fans With OT Win vs. Curry, Warriors amid NBA Playoff Race
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Kon Knueppel Leaves Duke For 2025 NBA Draft
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Ben Saraf Declares For 2025 NBA Draft
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Mike Budenholzer Reportedly Expected to Be Fired by Suns After Missing NBA Playoffs
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NBA Playoff Standings 2025, Play-in Picture and Predicting Final Bracket Seedings
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Ja Morant plays through ankle sprain as Grizzlies lock up 8-seed - ESPN: Ja Morant acknowledged his sprained right ankle was "more difficult than others" but ...
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See Sacramento Kings face Dallas Mavericks in NBA play-in game
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11 NBA iron men who played all 82 games this season, including an old and tiny Chris Paul
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Image from the original article. Source: Knicks use a 21-0 run in the 4th quarter to beat the Pistons 123-112 in Game 1: Jalen Brunson scored 34 points, Cam Payne had 11 of his 14 in the fourth quarter ...
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Key Facts: Knicks Triumph Over Pistons with Brunson's Heroics
Apr 20 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks with 34 points to a 123-112 victory over the Detroit Pistons in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
- The Knicks overcame an eight-point deficit by outscoring the Pistons 33-14 in the fourth quarter.
- A decisive 21-0 run by the Knicks in the final moments secured their lead, with Brunson making key contributions.
- The Pistons suffered their 15th consecutive postseason loss, while other NBA playoff games also took place.
Herro scores 38 as Heat dominate Bulls 109-90 to advance in Play-In Tournament
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NBA Exec Reportedly Hopes Mavs' Harrison Stays, Says It's Good to Have 'Desperate' GM
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Image from the original article. Source: Ja Morant Fined $75K by NBA for Finger Gun Gesture in Grizzlies' Win vs. Heat
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Key Facts: Morant Makes Finger Gun Gesture Again After NBA Warning
Apr 04 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbssports.com
- The NBA launched an investigation into Ja Morant for a finger gun gesture made during a game against the Golden State Warriors.
- Morant received only a warning from the league, which deemed the gesture inappropriate but not warranting suspension or fine.
- Later that night, he hit a game-winning shot, leading the Memphis Grizzlies to a 110-108 victory over the Miami Heat.
- Given his history, further disregard for NBA warnings could lead to serious repercussions.
NBA Insiders Reportedly Skeptical Zion Williamson Will Remain Pelicans' Centerpiece
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Hugo Gonzalez Enters 2025 NBA Draft
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Ja Morant vows Grizzlies 'will never play that bad again' - ESPN: Ja Morant vowed that the Grizzlies 'will never play that bad again' after Memphis was routed by ...
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Why sportsbooks will be ‘pulling against the Lakers’ and Luka Doncic in the NBA Playoffs
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Filip Petrusev Hopes To Make NBA Return
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Nuggets fire head coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth ahead of 2025 NBA Playoffs
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Why we’ll not refund N300 million ‘gift’ to Rivers — NBA: The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas, had asked the NBA to refund the N300 million ...
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Giannis Says Bucks 'Didn't Have Enough Urgency' in Game 1 NBA Playoff Loss to Pacers
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Linkin.bio Apr 16
NBA Playoffs predictions for 2025 bracket in every series, including the Finals: Let’s predict the 2025 NBA Playoffs
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Nuggets Players Reportedly 'Grew Tired of' Michael Malone's 'Outbursts' Before Firing
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Denver Nuggets boss Josh Kroenke says firings of coach and GM were months in the making
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NBA Playoff Standings 2025 for Final Regular-season Records, Seedings and Bracket
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NBA playoffs 2025 preview: Why Thunder will prevail, bracket-breaking Warriors and more
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LeBron James Will Face 24th Different Team in NBA Playoffs When Lakers Play Wolves
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Alex Condon Declares For 2025 NBA Draft
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Image from the original article. Source: Miami Heat become the first 10th place team to advance out of the NBA’s play-in tournament as playoff field is set
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Key Facts: Heat Defeats Hawks, Advances to NBA Playoffs
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- The Miami Heat won the play-in game against the Atlanta Hawks 123-114, securing their spot in the NBA playoffs.
- Tyler Herro led the team with 30 points, including two crucial three-pointers in overtime.
- The Heat became the first No. 10 seed to make the playoffs after winning two road games.
- Trae Young scored 29 points for the Hawks, tying the game at 106 in regulation.
"Not making the playoffs is a failure to me."— Trae Young said this after the game about the importance of making the playoffs.
Siakam, Haliburton help Pacers race past Bucks 117-98 to take 1-0 lead in 1st-round playoff series
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Tyler Herro pushes Heat into NBA Play-In elimination matchup with Hawks: Tyler Herro scored 38 points as Chicago looked slow and confused as the Heat advanced to ...
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Linkin.bio Apr 14
NBA Playoffs 2025: Bracket, start dates, TV times, matchups, and scores for first round
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant Talks 'Difficult' Ankle Injury After NBA Play-In Win vs. Mavs
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UH basketball: Joseph Tugler returns for another season: Joseph Tugler, the Big 12's Defensive Player of the Year, was projected as a possible second-round pick ...
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Ja Morant injury update: Grizzlies star hurts ankle, returns in loss vs. Warriors
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Sonics return? NBA commissioner hints at potential timeline for expansion: NBA commissioner Adam Silver dropped another breadcrumb in the ongoing wait for ...
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Anthony Edwards Eligible To Play Sunday After NBA Rescinds Technical Foul
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The NBA Playoffs Mega-Preview. Plus, Awards Picks With Rob Mahoney, Chris Ryan, and Brian Windhorst
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Guy Fieri’s kids must earn two college degrees to secure their inheritance: Food Network star Guy Fieri revealed the piece of parenting advice he borrowed from ...
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Bucks' Damian Lillard Cleared of Deep Vein Thrombosis Amid NBA Playoffs
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Image from the original article. Source: Top moments from Luka Dončić's Dallas return: Lakers star tears up during tribute, then scores 45 on old team
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Key Facts: Luka Doncic Ejected in Controversial Game Incident
Apr 10 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: espn.com
- Luka Doncic was ejected in the fourth quarter during the Los Angeles Lakers' game against the Oklahoma City Thunder after an official misinterpreted his comments directed at a courtside fan.
- Doncic clarified that his trash-talking with the fan, who called himself 'The Courtside Tattoo Dude,' had nothing to do with the referee and stated he had never caused a fan to be ejected.
- The ejection notably altered the dynamics of a competitive game, a point emphasized by Lakers coach JJ Redick, who expressed disappointment over the decision.
- Following the loss, the Lakers shifted their focus to an important upcoming game in Dallas, where Doncic anticipates an emotional return to his former team.
There's going to be a lot of emotion for me. I don't really know what to expect. I don't know how I'm going to feel, honestly.— Luka Doncic discussing his feelings about returning to Dallas after being traded.
NBA Exec Calls Austin Reaves the Best Undrafted Player Since Hall of Famer Ben Wallace
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Linkin.bio Apr 16
The NBA has a replay review problem (and one simple change would fix it): There are likely going to be playoff games that get completely derailed by instant ...
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NBA Playoffs: Knicks Fans Shouldn’t Be This Miserable: There’s discontent at Madison Square Garden as the playoffs loom, but this Knicks team should be ...
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Why Isiah Thomas ripped LeBron James for warming up without shirt: Isiah Thomas took issue with LeBron James warming up shirtless and said "professionalism" in ...
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Warriors vs. Grizzlies Last Two Minute Report: NBA identifies 4 wrong calls: The NBA identified four wrong calls in its Last Two Minute Report for the ...
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David Griffin Fired as Pelicans EVP After Missing 2025 NBA Playoffs with 21-61 Record
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Stephen Curry Says Warriors 'Tend to Level Up,' Are Playing Like NBA Title Contenders
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2025 NBA Playoff Bracket Picture, Standings, Play-in and Predictions for Lakers, More
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Hornets HC Calls LaMelo Ball One of NBA's Best Players But PG Must 'Get Stronger'
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NBA Insiders Reportedly Expect Nikola Jokic to Sign $212M Nuggets Contract Extension
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Milos Uzan Declares For 2025 NBA Draft
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Lakers' Luka Dončić tops NBA's best-selling jerseys list following move to L.A.: Dončić is the first international player to land atop the list
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Lakers star LeBron James becomes first pro athlete to get his own Ken doll: LeBron James has partnered with Mattel, Inc. to create a toy model in his likeness ...
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