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Image from the original article. Source: Jayson Tatum suffers torn Achilles: Injury could force Celtics star to miss all of next season in brutal blow
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Key FactsCeltics-Knicks: Key Themes for Game 4
May 12 ¡ Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: nba.com
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: nba.com
- Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals between the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks is crucial, as the Celtics aim to avoid a 1-3 deficit while the Knicks seek to maintain their advantage.
- The Knicks need to improve their shot quality, currently the lowest in the playoffs, while the Celtics must enhance their offensive decision-making.
- Transition opportunities are vital, as both teams rely on easy points, with the winners of the first three games scoring more in transition.
- The performances of Kristaps PorziĹÄŁis and Karl-Anthony Towns are uncertain, which could significantly impact the game and the fortunes of both teams.
Mavs get lucky with No. 1 pick, as long as Nico Harrison doesnât screw it up: Dallas won the right to draft Cooper Flagg to fill the vacuum left by Luka Doncicâs ...
dallasnews.com/sports/mavericks/2025/05/12/mavericks-finally-get-lucky-with-no-1-pick-as-long-as-nico-harrison-doesnt-screw-it-up/
Image from the original article. Source: Mavericks fans rebelled after Luka DonÄiÄ was traded. An improbable win in the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes should ease the pain
cnn.com/2025/05/13/sport/dallas-mavericks-luka-doncic-cooper-flagg-analysis-spt
Key FactsNBA Draft Lottery Faces Ongoing Rigging Allegations
May 13 ¡ Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: sbnation.com
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: sbnation.com
- The debate over the integrity of the NBA Draft Lottery remains a mix of emotion and logic.
- The Dallas Mavericks leveraged a 1.8% chance to jump from 11th to 1st overall, raising fairness concerns.
- Other major teams, like the Spurs and Sixers, also benefited at the expense of smaller market teams.
- Repeated scenarios cast doubt on the lottery's transparency, especially following significant player trades.
"Yeah, 1.8 percent. I think the Dallas fan base deserved this."â Matt Riccardi, the team's assistant general manager, expressed this after winning the No. 1 pick in the Draft Lottery.
Jayson Tatum visited Celtics teammates ahead of Game 6, was in âgood spiritsâ: Two days after undergoing season-ending Achilles surgery, Jayson Tatum had a ...
bostonherald.com/2025/05/16/jayson-tatum-visited-celtics-teammates-ahead-of-game-6-in-good-spirits/
Tatum, Celtics' 3-Point Shooting Impresses NBA Fans in 22-Point Blowout of Knicks
bleacherreport.com/articles/25194663-tatum-celtics-3-point-shooting-impresses-nba-fans-22-point-blowout-knicks
Celtics Brown, Horford Led Crucial Team Meeting Before Game 5; Tatum Also Sent Encouraging Message
basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/280416/Celtics-Brown-Horford-Led-Crucial-Team-Meeting-Before-Game-5;-Tatum-Also-Sent-Encouraging-Message
Celtics Bracing For The Worst On Jayson Tatum Injury
basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/280390/Celtics-Bracing-For-The-Worst-On-Jayson-Tatum-Injury
Celtics' Jayson Tatum Has Surgery on Ruptured Achilles Injury, Return Timetable TBD
bleacherreport.com/articles/25195384-celtics-jayson-tatum-has-surgery-ruptured-achilles-injury-return-timetable-tbd
Celtics' Jayson Tatum undergoes surgery for torn Achilles - ESPN: Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair a ruptured right ...
espn.com/nba/story/_/id/45131551/celtics-jayson-tatum-undergoes-surgery-torn-achilles
Jayson Tatum Carried Off Court After Suffering Injury During Celtics vs. Knicks Game 4
bleacherreport.com/articles/25190130-jayson-tatum-carried-court-after-suffering-injury-during-celtics-vs-knicks-game-4
Image from the original article. Source: Knicks stun Celtics with more fourth-quarter magic in wild run to take improbable 2-0 series lead
nypost.com/2025/05/07/sports/knicks-stun-celtics-with-more-fourth-quarter-magic-to-take-improbable-2-0-series-lead/
Key FactsKnicks Overcome 20-Point Deficit to Defeat Celtics
May 06 ¡ Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: thescore.com
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: thescore.com
- The Knicks rallied from a 20-point deficit to win Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal against the Celtics, 108-105.
- Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby contributed 29 points each, with Karl-Anthony Towns adding 14 points and 13 rebounds.
- The Celtics struggled with 45 missed three-pointers, with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown scoring 23 points each.
- Game 2 is scheduled for Wednesday, as Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla noted that Kristaps Porzingis' absence impacted the game.
I donât think there is a blueprint per se, but as long as we stick together, anything is possible.â Jalen Brunson on the Knicks' victory in Game 1 against the Celtics.
Derrick White filled Jayson Tatumâs scoring void in stellar Game 5 showing: Derrick White delivered one of the best postseason performances of his career to help ...
bostonherald.com/2025/05/15/celtics-derrick-white-joins-rare-company-with-stellar-game-5-performance/
Jayson Tatum injury is Celticsâ biggest concern, but minds must be clear for Game 5
nytimes.com/athletic/6352201/2025/05/13/jayson-tatum-celtics-knicks-nba-playoffs/
Jaylen Brown, Celtics regroup to save season in Game 5: âWe did it for JTâ: The Celtics have a history of reaching another level when they absolutely need it ...
nytimes.com/athletic/6358244/2025/05/15/jaylen-brown-celtics-game-5-knicks-nba-playoffs/
Lakers Eliminated by Anthony Edwards, Rockets as NBA Fans Question LeBron, Luka Future
bleacherreport.com/articles/25192007-lakers-eliminated-anthony-edwards-rockets-nba-fans-question-lebron-luka-future
Jalen Brunson Says the NBA 'Needs Jayson Tatum' After Celtics Star's Achilles Injury
bleacherreport.com/articles/25195720-jalen-brunson-says-nba-needs-jayson-tatum-after-celtics-stars-achilles-injury
Celtics embrace âdarkness,â blow out Knicks in much-needed Game 3 win: After opening the Eastern Conference semifinals with a pair of embarrassing home losses ...
bostonherald.com/2025/05/10/celtics-bounce-back-blow-out-knicks-in-much-needed-game-3-win/
Kevin Durant Destroys Emmanuel Acho Over Hot Take About Jayson Tatum and the Celtics
si.com/nba/kevin-durant-destroys-emmanuel-acho-over-hot-take-about-jayson-tatum-celtics
Celtics star Jayson Tatum posts on Instagram after Achillesâ tendon surgery: The post received more than 250,000 likes in 20 minutes, with former Patriots star ...
bostonglobe.com/2025/05/14/sports/jayson-tatum-celtics-instagram-post/
This Is the End of the Celtics as We Know Them: Tatumâs tragic injury isnât just the nail in the coffin for Boston this year; it may have ended an entire era
theringer.com/2025/05/13/nba/jayson-tatum-injury-boston-celtics-new-york-knicks-nba-playoffs-2025
Knicks vs. Boston Celtics: The Knicks Are Poised for Victory: After a triumphant win over the Boston Celtics at Madison Square Garden Monday night ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/knicks-vs-boston-celtics-nba-playoffs.html
ESPN+ May 15
The Boston Celtics and the price of history - ESPN: In Boston, past NBA glories can lift a franchise but also weigh a team down.
espn.com/nba/story/_/id/45148831/boston-celtics-nba-price-history
BillSimmons May 15
The Luke Kornet Game and Tatumâs Road Back With David Jacoby. Plus, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert
open.spotify.com/episode/6WH0Jvx9C4I6uFakenm17U
youtube.com May 09
âď¸ Jason Tatum: 48 seconds ¡ Clipped by Jo Rep ¡ Original video "âNo chanceâ for Warriors as T-Wolves win Game 2, Draymond Green âtargetedâ? | FIRST THINGS ...
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youtube.com May 01
âď¸ Luka Laboring: 40 seconds ¡ Clipped by Jo Rep ¡ Original video "Round 1 Winds Down: Lakers Eliminated, Game 6 Previews, and More With Michael Pina" ...
youtube.com/clip/UgkxyNgE4fNjZnKvzZe6qyY_af3S6-yes3GL
Jayson Tatum, Celtics Ripped for G2 Collapse vs. Knicks, Down 0-2 in Playoff Series
bleacherreport.com/articles/25194022-jayson-tatum-celtics-ripped-g2-collapse-vs-knicks-down-0-2-playoff-series
Jayson Tatum's superstar status back on trial as troubling playoff trend continues
cbssports.com/nba/news/jayson-tatums-superstar-status-back-on-trial-as-troubling-playoff-trend-continues/
ESPN+ Apr 29
Image from the original article. Source: Lakers' Luka Doncic covers cost to restore vandalized Kobe mural - ESPN: Lakers star Luka Doncic made a $5,000 donation Tuesday to cover the cost of a vandalized ...
espn.com/nba/story/_/id/44921957/lakers-luka-doncic-covers-cost-restore-vandalized-kobe-mural
Key FactsDoncic Funds Restoration of Bryant Mural
Apr 29 ¡ Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: espn.com
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: espn.com
- Luka Doncic has covered the full cost to restore a vandalized mural of Kobe and Gigi Bryant in Los Angeles.
- He donated $5,000 to support a GoFundMe campaign initiated by artist Louie Palsino for the restoration of the mural titled 'Mambas Forever.'
- Palsino expressed gratitude for Doncic's support, highlighting his positive representation of Los Angeles.
- Doncic, who joined the Lakers three months ago, plays a vital role in the team's playoff push.
"It was always important to give back to the community."â Luka Doncic said after practice at the Lakers' training complex.
Jayson Tatum needs to save Celtics from fire after another collapse against Knicks
nytimes.com/athletic/6341645/2025/05/08/jayson-tatum-needs-to-save-celtics-from-fire-after-another-collapse-against-knicks/
Jayson Tatum shares candid perspective on spotlight after Celticsâ Game 3 win: Undeterred by his many critics, Jayson Tatum helped lead the Celtics to a ...
bostonherald.com/2025/05/10/jayson-tatum-shares-candid-perspective-on-spotlight-after-celtics-game-3-win/
NBA Exec Says Celtics 'Have A Lot of Thinking to Do' After Jayson Tatum Injury: This summer was already one of great uncertainty for the Boston Celtics ...
bleacherreport.com/articles/25195692-nba-exec-says-celtics-have-lot-thinking-do-after-jayson-tatum-injury
Steph Curry, Draymond Green's Reaction to Luka Doncic-Lakers Trade Caught in New Video
bleacherreport.com/articles/25196642-steph-curry-draymond-greens-reaction-luka-doncic-lakers-trade-caught-new-video
Celtics GM Brad Stevens Seen Doing Special Thing for Jayson Tatum Right After Injury
si.com/nba/celtics-brad-stevens-seen-doing-special-thing-jayson-tatum-right-after-injury-knicks
Jayson Tatumâs injury leaves the Celtics shell-shocked against the Knicks: Tatum suffered an apparent leg injury late in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference ...
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Jayson Tatum injury update: Celtics star to have MRI after appearing to seriously hurt lower leg vs. Knicks
cbssports.com/nba/news/jayson-tatum-injury-update-celtics-star-to-have-mri-after-appearing-to-seriously-hurt-lower-leg-vs-knicks/
Mr. Clutch comes through again for Knicks. Celtics' hopes hinge on Jayson Tatum's health.
usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/playoffs/2025/05/13/jayson-tatum-jalen-brunson-celtics-knicks-game-4/83592151007/
youtube.com May 13
âď¸ KAT on JT: 41 seconds ¡ Clipped by Joey Hutchins ¡ Original video "Karl-Anthony Towns sends best wishes to Jayson Tatum: 'The NBA needs the superstar ...
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Do Lakers' Failures vs. 'Wolves Prove Nico Harrison Was Kinda Right About Luka DonÄiÄ?
bleacherreport.com/articles/25192142-do-lakers-failures-vs-wolves-prove-nico-harrison-was-kinda-right-about-luka-doncic
Luka Doncic Hasnt Thought About Extension With Lakers Yet
basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/280236/Luka-Doncic-Hasnt-Thought-About-Extension-With-Lakers-Yet
Jayson Tatum posts pic from hospital with message to fans after Achilles injury: Jayson Tatum is speaking out after suffering a season-ending Achilles injury ...
today.com/health/jayson-tatum-injury-photo-rcna206869
Column: A painful truth: Lakers must trade Austin Reaves: The fan and locker-room favorite played his way into the Big 3 for the Lakers, but in the playoffs it ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2025-05-11/why-the-lakers-should-trade-austin-reaves
Knicks take a 3-1 lead over the Celtics with a 121-113 victory as Tatum is injured in final minutes
apnews.com/article/nba-playoffs-2025-celtics-knicks-score-1045f38320c29d6f856efe0cffa1ed4d
Former Dallas mayor: The Luka trade is going to hurt for a long time: Former mayor on why the Luka trade is still a disaster for Dallas.
dallasnews.com/opinion/commentary/2025/05/09/former-dallas-mayor-the-luka-trade-is-going-to-hurt-for-a-long-time/
Knicks come back from down 20, again, to stun Celtics for 2-0 series lead: When their backs are against the wall, the real Knicks show up and they did again to ...
nydailynews.com/2025/05/07/knicks-comeback-from-down-20-again-to-stun-celtics-for-2-0-series-lead/
The Lakersâ Luka-LeBron era begins with a stumble, not a statement: The Lakers were thoroughly outmatched against the Timberwolves in this seasonâs playoffs ...
theguardian.com/sport/2025/may/01/lakes-playoffs-luka-doncic-lebron-james-nba
Luka Doncic 'Mentally Kind of Exhausted' From NBA Season After Lakers Trade from Mavs
bleacherreport.com/articles/25194658-luka-doncic-mentally-kind-exhausted-nba-season-after-lakers-trade-mavs
Image from the original article. Source: Lakers' Redick Wants to Unlock 'Best Version' of Luka Doncic After NBA Playoff Exit
bleacherreport.com/articles/25192253-lakers-redick-wants-unlock-best-version-luka-doncic-after-nba-playoff-exit
Key FactsJJ Redick's Controversial Coaching Decision Backfires
Apr 28 ¡ Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: sbnation.com
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: sbnation.com
- JJ Redick faced a significant loss with the Lakers against the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the NBA Playoffs.
- He chose to keep his key players LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Rui Hachimura on the court for the entire final 24 minutes.
- This unconventional decision made Redick the first coach in NBA history to play without substitutions in the playoffs while losing by one point.
- Despite the failure of this strategy, it may encourage other coaches to consider similar tactics in future games.
Itâs not something I planned going into the game, but a call I made at halftime.â JJ Redick after the game about his decision to play the starters the entire second half.
Luka Doncic, JJ Redick, Pelinka Seen Leaving Dinner on Video After Lakers Playoff Loss
bleacherreport.com/articles/25192740-luka-doncic-jj-redick-pelinka-seen-leaving-dinner-video-after-lakers-playoff-loss
âNot Something I Ever Envisionedâ: How the LeBron-Luka Experiment Shockingly Collapsed
wsj.com/sports/basketball/lakers-lebron-james-luka-doncic-29d0e621
Paid articlePaywall If Knicks' defense keeps playing with fire vs. Celtics, they'll go up in flames before NBA playoffs are over
cbssports.com/nba/news/if-knicks-defense-keeps-playing-with-fire-vs-celtics-theyll-go-up-in-flames-before-nba-playoffs-are-over/
Cooper Flagg for Giannis? Even Nico Harrison Wouldnât Do That.: Anything is possible in a post-Luka trade world, except for maybe this. While Cooper-for-Giannis ...
theringer.com/2025/05/14/nba/giannis-antetokounmpo-trade-rumors-cooper-flagg-nba-draft-2025
Luka Doncic Reportedly 'Fully Committed' to Lakers amid Contract Extension Rumors
bleacherreport.com/articles/25193283-luka-doncic-reportedly-fully-committed-lakers-amid-contract-extension-rumors
Chime paid Mavericks $33 million for NBA jersey patch: Fintech company Chime paid the Mavericks $33 million over three years for the teamâs jersey patch rights ...
dallasnews.com/business/local-companies/2025/05/15/chime-paid-dallas-mavericks-33-million-for-jersey-patch/
Lakers Lose Game 4 to Wolves as Fans Salute Anthony Edwards Outplaying LeBron, Luka
bleacherreport.com/articles/25191096-lakers-lose-game-4-wolves-fans-salute-anthony-edwards-outplaying-lebron-luka
The Dallas Mavericks Lost Luka Doncic. Then They Won the Lucky Break of a Lifetime.
wsj.com/sports/basketball/dallas-mavericks-nba-draft-lottery-cooper-flagg-5d8b8da6
Paid articlePaywall NBA L2M Report Says Refs Missed McDaniels Foul on Luka Doncic in Lakers' Game 4 Loss
bleacherreport.com/articles/25191357-nba-l2m-report-says-refs-missed-mcdaniels-foul-luka-doncic-lakers-game-4-loss
Jason Kidd Shared Surprising Details on When He Last Communicated With Luka Doncic
si.com/nba/jason-kidd-shared-surprising-details-on-when-he-last-communicated-with-luka-doncic
Whatâs next for Lakers after first-round exit? LeBronâs future, the DonÄiÄ dilemma and more
nytimes.com/athletic/6328127/2025/05/02/lakers-lebron-luka-doncic-jj-redick-future/
Celticsâ stars shine as Boston bounces back in Game 4 win over Magic: Game 4 ended with "MVP" chants for Jayson Tatum as the Celtics defeated the Magis ...
bostonherald.com/2025/04/27/celtics-stars-shine-as-boston-bounces-back-in-game-4-win-over-magic/
Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown React to Celtics' Historic Shooting Woes in Loss vs. Knicks
bleacherreport.com/articles/25193437-jayson-tatum-jaylen-brown-react-celtics-historic-shooting-woes-loss-vs-knicks
LeBron James Gave Luka Doncic Crucial Advice Before His First Game With the Lakers. Itâs Still Paying Dividends
inc.com/justin-bariso/lebron-james-gave-luka-doncic-crucial-advice-before-his-first-game-with-the-lakers-its-a-lesson-in-emotional-intelligence/91182292
Celtics knock out Magic in Game 5 blowout, advance to East semifinals: The Celtics are moving on to the Eastern Conference semifinals after steamrolling the ...
bostonherald.com/2025/04/29/celtics-knock-out-magic-in-game-5-blowout-advance-to-east-semifinals/
thehoopcentral May 08
NBA Eastern Conference Champion: Polymarket | This is a market on who will win the NBA Eastern Conference Championship.
polymarket.com/event/nba-eastern-conference-champion
Nico Harrison Fires Multiple Staffers After Mavericks' Disappointing Season: The firings come after the Dallas Mavericks were riddled with injuries during the ...
si.com/nba/nico-harrison-fires-multiple-staffers-after-mavericks-disappointing-season
Luka Doncic Feeling Much Better Ahead Of Game 4
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Image from the original article. Source: Timberwolves 103-96 Lakers (Apr 30, 2025) Game Recap - ESPN: Expert recap and game analysis of the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers NBA game from ...
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Key FactsTimberwolves Eliminate Lakers, Advance to Second Round
May 01 ¡ Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: espn.com
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: espn.com
- The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 103-96, concluding their first-round playoff series.
- Rudy Gobert led with playoff career highs of 27 points and 24 rebounds, excelling against the Lakers' small-ball lineup.
- Despite struggling with three-point shooting, Minnesota displayed mental and physical toughness, particularly in the fourth quarter.
- The Lakers, featuring Luka Doncic and LeBron James, faced disappointment again in the first round, marking a challenging season.
Thereâs always a mix of disappointment and gratitude.â Lakers coach JJ Redick expressed his feelings after the first-round loss, giving credit to the Minnesota team.
Mavericks dismiss several members of teamâs training staff: Changes are coming to the teamâs health and performance group after a season full of injury ...
dallasnews.com/sports/mavericks/2025/05/07/mavericks-nico-harrison-dismiss-several-members-of-teams-training-staff/
The early loser in the Dallas Mavericks/L.A. Lakers trade is a certain Slovenian: Luka Doncic is the clear loser, so far, in the NBA-altering trade between the ...
star-telegram.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/mac-engel/article305601446.html
Referees got it wrong late in Wolves-Lakers Game 4, costing Los Angeles a change to take the lead.
startribune.com/nba-wolves-jaden-mcdaniels-should-have-been-called-for-foul-on-lakers-luka-doncic/601341258
Celtics 120, Magic 89: Third quarter explosion ousts Orlando : After Paolo Banchero headed to the bench with five fouls, Jayson Tatum & Co ...
bostonglobe.com/2025/04/29/sports/celtics-magic-game-5-analysis/
Celtics 107, Magic 98: Instant analysis as Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown take over
bostonglobe.com/2025/04/27/sports/celtics-magic-instant-analysis/
Charles Barkley Blasts Luka Doncic With Ruthless Line After Lakersâ Playoff Exit: Barkley believes the Doncic, LeBron James-led Lakers are a flawed defensive ...
si.com/nba/charles-barkley-blasts-luka-doncic-couldnt-guard-a-chair-lakers-playoff-exit
With their season in danger of ending, Lakers are running out of answers: LeBron James, Luka Doncic and the Lakers did a lot of things right in their Game 4 loss ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2025-04-27/lakers-minnesota-timberwolves-nba-playoffs-run-out-time
The Celtics (especially Jayson Tatum) made the Magic pay at the free throw line: The Celtics took 129 free throws in the first round. The only team thatâs taken ...
bostonglobe.com/2025/05/01/sports/celtics-jayson-tatum-free-throws/
LeBron James Shared Blunt Take on Luka Doncicâs Future With Lakers After Playoff Exit
si.com/nba/lebron-james-take-luka-doncic-future-with-lakers-contract-playoff-exit
NBA playoffs: Lakers lose Game 4, move to brink of elimination: A costly turnover coupled with a foul by LeBron James on Anthony Edwards in the final seconds ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2025-04-27/lakers-lebron-james-anthony-edwards-minnesota-game-4-playoffs
Luka Doncic Dismisses Two-Minute Report That Showed Refs Missed Crucial Foul in Game 4
si.com/nba/luka-doncic-dismisses-two-minute-report-that-showed-refs-missed-crucial-foul-game-4
Awful Announcing May 01
Skip Bayless proposes Lakers trade Luka DonÄiÄ for Anthony Davis: âThey would have won the seriesâ
awfulannouncing.com/nba/skip-bayless-lakers-trade-luka-doncic-anthony-davis.html
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