Heat reaches Eastern semifinals, Morant's game-winner gives Grizzlies 3-2 lead
2 years, 7 months ago

Heat reaches Eastern semifinals, Morant's game-winner gives Grizzlies 3-2 lead

China Daily  

Victor Oladipo #4 of the Miami Heat shoots against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half in Game Five of the Eastern Conference First Round at FTX Arena in Miami, Florida, on April 26, 2022. WASHINGTON - Victor Oladipo and Bam Adebayo combined for 43 points to give the Miami Heat a 97-93 home victory on Tuesday over the Atlanta Hawks, and a berth in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Despite the absence of injured Jimmy Butler and Kyle Lowry, Miami's defense limited Hawks all-star guard Trae Young to only 11 points. The Timberwolves led the Grizzlies 55-53 at halftime and by as many as 13 points in the second half, but Morant scored nine straight points late in the fourth quarter to put the Grizzlies ahead by one.

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Mathews and Young lead the Hawks past the Timberwolves 117-104
15 hours, 31 minutes ago

Mathews and Young lead the Hawks past the Timberwolves 117-104

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Garrison Mathews made a career-best seven 3-pointers and scored a season-high 25 points off the bench as the Atlanta Hawks knocked off the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-104 on Monday night. Trae Young had 29 points and seven assists and De’Andre Hunter added 19 points to help the Hawks halt a three-game losing streak. He shot 7 for 20 from …

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves
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2 days, 9 hours ago

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Holding visiting Miami to just eight fourth-quarter points, the Orlando Magic set a franchise record in rallying from 22 points down at the start of the final period to beat the Heat, 121-114, on Saturday. Bam Adebayo scored 23 points and grabbed six rebounds, Terry Rozier notched another 23 points off the bench and Tyler Herro recorded 22 points, six …

Bane and Pippen combine for 45 points, Grizzlies cruise past Hawks 128-112
2 days, 15 hours ago

Bane and Pippen combine for 45 points, Grizzlies cruise past Hawks 128-112

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Desmond Bane scored 23 points and the Memphis Grizzlies, without star player Ja Morant, beat the skidding Atlanta Hawks 128-112 on Saturday night. Atlanta fared well enough offensively without Young, but it wasn’t enough to overcome a Grizzlies team that shot 51% from the field. Key moment With 30 seconds remaining in the third quarter, Memphis forward Jake …

NBA roundup: Jamal Murray’s late shot lifts Nuggets past Kings; Pistons edge past Heat in OT
1 week ago

NBA roundup: Jamal Murray’s late shot lifts Nuggets past Kings; Pistons edge past Heat in OT

The Hindu  

Jamal Murray scored a team-high 28 points and hit the go-ahead hoop with 8.6 seconds remaining as the Denver Nuggets outlasted the Sacramento Kings 130-129 for a dramatic road win on Monday night. Sacramento’s De’Aaron Fox was the game’s leading scorer with 29 points, while Domantas Sabonis had 28 to go with 14 rebounds, six assists and three steals. 76ers …

NBA roundup: Luka Doncic, Klay Thompson lead Mavericks’ charge past Warriors
1 week, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Luka Doncic, Klay Thompson lead Mavericks’ charge past Warriors

The Hindu  

Luka Doncic scored a game-high 45 points as part of a triple-double, Klay Thompson turned back the clock with seven 3-pointers, and the Dallas Mavericks avenged an NBA Cup loss to the Golden State Warriors with a 143-133 victory on Sunday night in San Francisco. Pacers 119, Pelicans 104 Pascal Siakam scored a game-high 22 points, helping lead Indiana to …

Anthony Edwards leads rising Timberwolves over Spurs
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1 week, 1 day ago

Anthony Edwards leads rising Timberwolves over Spurs

Hindustan Times  

Anthony Edwards scored 26 points in 28 minutes of court time to help lift the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves to a 106-92 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday in a Western Conference game created by the results of the NBA Cup. Alexander-Walker added 17 points in a reserve role for Minnesota while Jaden McDaniels racked up 12 points and …

NBA roundup: Celtics downs Pistons for 12th straight time; Kings edges past Pelicans
1 week, 4 days ago

NBA roundup: Celtics downs Pistons for 12th straight time; Kings edges past Pelicans

The Hindu  

Payton Pritchard came off the bench to score a game-high 27 points and deliver 10 assists, leading the Boston Celtics to a 123-99 win over the visiting Detroit Pistons on Thursday. Kings 111, Pelicans 109 Domantas Sabonis had 32 points and 20 rebounds, DeMar DeRozan scored 16 of his 29 points in the third quarter and visiting Sacramento beat New …

Heat knock off Raptors for fourth straight win
1 week, 4 days ago

Heat knock off Raptors for fourth straight win

Hindustan Times  

Bam Adebayo scored 21 points and grabbed a game-high 16 rebounds, leading the host Miami Heat to a 114-104 win over the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night. Miami, which won its season-best fourth straight game, also got a game-high 23 points from Tyler Herro. Toronto lost its fourth straight game, and the Raptors have the worst road record in the …

Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro help the Heat beat the Raptors 114-104 for 4th straight victory
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1 week, 4 days ago

Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro help the Heat beat the Raptors 114-104 for 4th straight victory

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Bam Adebayo had 21 points and 16 rebounds and five assists and the Miami Heat beat the Toronto Raptors 114-104 on Thursday night for their fourth straight victory. Tyler Herro led Miami with 23 points, Nikoli Jovic added 14 and Jimmy Butler and Dru Smith each had 11. Takeaways Raptors: Toronto started its second extended stretch without Scottie …

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves
2 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Joel Embiid returned from a seven-game absence to provide 31 points and 12 rebounds as the Philadelphia 76ers held off the host Chicago Bulls for a 108-100 win in the NBA on Sunday afternoon. Trey Murphy III led New Orleans with 25 points, with CJ McCollum adding 19, Dejounte Murray racking up 18 points and 11 assists and Yves Missi …

Tyler Herro (34 pts) helps Heat cool off Cavs
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Tyler Herro (34 pts) helps Heat cool off Cavs

Hindustan Times  

Tyler Herro scored 19 of his game-high 34 points in the third quarter as the host Miami Heat handed the red-hot Cleveland Cavaliers a rare loss, 122-113, on Sunday night. Cavaliers star Evan Mobley - who scored 41 points against Charlotte on Saturday did not return after reportedly suffering a sprained left ankle in the second quarter. Cavaliers star Donovan …

NBA roundup: Wizards end 16-game losing streak despite Jokic’s 56 points
2 weeks, 2 days ago

NBA roundup: Wizards end 16-game losing streak despite Jokic’s 56 points

The Hindu  

Jordan Poole scored 39 points to help the host Washington Wizards overcome Nikola Jokic’s career-high 56 points and beat the Denver Nuggets 122-113 on Saturday to end its 16-game losing streak. Pistons 120, Knicks 111 Cade Cunningham finished with 29 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds to lead Detroit to its first win over host New York in 17 tries. …

Ja Morant scores 32 to help Grizzlies beat Celtics 127-121 and snap 10-game losing streak in Boston
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Ja Morant scores 32 to help Grizzlies beat Celtics 127-121 and snap 10-game losing streak in Boston

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Ja Morant had 32 points, nine assists and nine rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies snapped a 10-game losing streak in Boston with a 127-121 win over the Celtics on Saturday night. Jaren Jackson Jr. added 27 points and nine rebounds for Memphis, which won in TD Garden for the first time since Nov. 27, 2013. Marcus Smart played …

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Surging Hawks cools off Bucks, Heat thrashes Lakers
2 weeks, 5 days ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Surging Hawks cools off Bucks, Heat thrashes Lakers

The Hindu  

Wisconsin native Jalen Johnson scored 23 points and De’Andre Hunter added 20 to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 119-104 win in Milwaukee, ending the Bucks’ seven-game winning streak. The Celtics’ Kristaps Porzingis added 26 points and nine rebounds, and Sam Hauser made 5 of 10 3-point attempts while logging 20 points. Timberwolves 108, Clippers 80 Julius Randle scored 16 …

LeBron James struggles as Wolves humble Lakers; Jaylen Brown helps Miami beat Boston in NBA 2024-25
3 weeks ago

LeBron James struggles as Wolves humble Lakers; Jaylen Brown helps Miami beat Boston in NBA 2024-25

The Hindu  

Rudy Gobert scored 17 points and grabbed 12 rebounds and the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away for a 109-80 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night in Minneapolis. Hawks 124, Pelicans 112 De’Andre Hunter celebrated his 27th birthday by scoring 22 points to lead Atlanta past visiting New Orleans, extending the Hawks’ season-best winning streak to four games. Celtics …

Brown scores 29, Pritchard adds 25 bench points to lead Celtics past Heat 108-89
3 weeks ago

Brown scores 29, Pritchard adds 25 bench points to lead Celtics past Heat 108-89

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jaylen Brown scored 29 points, Jayson Tatum had 18 points and 11 rebounds and Payton Pritchard scored 25 off the bench on Monday night as the Boston Celtics beat the Miami Heat 108-89. Miami scored the first seven points and then went cold while the Celtics ran off 17 of the next 19 points to take the lead. …

De’Andre Hunter scores 23 points as the Hawks beat the NBA-best Cavs again, 117-101
3 weeks, 3 days ago

De’Andre Hunter scores 23 points as the Hawks beat the NBA-best Cavs again, 117-101

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — De’Andre Hunter scored 23 points off Atlanta’s bench and the Hawks beat Cleveland 117-101 on Friday in the NBA Cup, handing the Cavaliers a loss for the second time in three days. Trae Young had 21 points and 11 assists, and Jalen Johnson added 17 points, nine rebounds and seven assists as Atlanta finished with six scorers in …

Smart scores 25, leads Grizzlies to 131-111 win over Pistons
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Smart scores 25, leads Grizzlies to 131-111 win over Pistons

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Marcus Smart scored a season-high 25 points to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 131-111 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. Scotty Pippen Jr. and Jake LaRavia finished with 19 points apiece, Pippen adding seven rebounds while hitting 9 of 12 shots as Memphis won its fourth straight. Key moment Memphis outscored the Pistons 37-18 …

Tyler Herro scores 27 points as the Heat hold off a late comeback try by the Hornets
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Tyler Herro scores 27 points as the Heat hold off a late comeback try by the Hornets

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Tyler Herro scored 27 points, Duncan Robinson added 22 points with six 3-pointers and the Miami Heat held on to defeat the Charlotte Hornets 98-94 on Wednesday night. Herro was fouled and made 1 of 2 free throws, giving the Hornets a chance to tie or win with six seconds left. Hornets: Ball, who came in averaging …

Cavs get 17th win as Celtics edge T-Wolves and Heat burn in OT
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Cavs get 17th win as Celtics edge T-Wolves and Heat burn in OT

China Daily  

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell celebrates after hitting a three point basket during the second half against the Toronto Raptors during a NBA game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, Ohio, USA on November 24, 2024. WASHINGTON - Donovan Mitchell and reserve Ty Jerome each scored 26 points to spark the NBA-best Cleveland Cavaliers over Toronto 122-108 on Sunday while Boston …

NBA Cup roundup: Damian Lillard hoists banged-up Bucks over Heat
3 weeks, 6 days ago

NBA Cup roundup: Damian Lillard hoists banged-up Bucks over Heat

The Hindu  

Damian Lillard scored 37 points and dished out 12 assists as the short-handed Milwaukee Bucks defeated the host Miami Heat 106-103 in an NBA Cup game on Tuesday night. Julius Randle scored 21 points and Naz Reid contributed 19 off the bench for the Timberwolves, who fell to 1-2 in West Group A. Suns 127, Lakers 100 Devin Booker recorded …

Morant finishes with 22 points and 11 assists in his return as Grizzlies beat Trail Blazers 123-98
4 weeks ago

Morant finishes with 22 points and 11 assists in his return as Grizzlies beat Trail Blazers 123-98

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ja Morant had 22 points and 11 assists in his return to the lineup after missing eight games with a hip injury, leading the Memphis Grizzlies to a 123-98 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. Shaedon Sharpe added 15 points for the Trail Blazers, who lost for the third time in four games. Takeaways …

NBA roundup: Heat turns back Mavericks in OT, Celtics beats Timberwolves
4 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Heat turns back Mavericks in OT, Celtics beats Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Jimmy Butler scored a game-high 33 points and added nine rebounds and six assists as the host Miami Heat defeated the Dallas Mavericks 123-118 in overtime on Sunday night. Celtics 107, Timberwolves 105 Jaylen Brown scored 29 points and Jayson Tatum finished with 26 points and eight rebounds to help Boston extend its winning streak to five games by beating …

NBA roundup: Magic steps up late to win against Lakers; Jazz loses to Spurs
1 month ago

NBA roundup: Magic steps up late to win against Lakers; Jazz loses to Spurs

The Hindu  

Franz Wagner scored 15 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 2.5 seconds remaining, and the visiting Orlando Magic rallied for a 119-118 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. Spurs beats Jazz Harrison Barnes had 25 points and 10 rebounds and Chris Paul made key plays down the stretch and finished with …

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Heat get Jimmy Butler back, stomp on Sixers
1 month ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Heat get Jimmy Butler back, stomp on Sixers

The Hindu  

Jimmy Butler made a triumphant return from injury and Tyler Herro scored 16 of his 18 points in a pivotal third quarter as the host Miami Heat rallied for a 106-89 victory over the slumping Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. Butler, after missing four straight games due to a sprained right ankle, scored a season-high 30 points to go along …

NBA roundup: Warriors clip Mavs in Klay Thompson’s return
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: Warriors clip Mavs in Klay Thompson’s return

The Hindu  

Stephen Curry spoiled Klay Thompson’s return to San Francisco with a game-high 37 points, including 12 straight during a late flurry that lifted the Golden State Warriors to a 120-117 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in an NBA Cup opener on Tuesday night. Knicks 111, 76ers 99 OG Anunoby scored 24 points and Josh Hart recorded a triple-double as New …

NBA roundup: Celtics top Bucks despite Giannis’ 43 points
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: Celtics top Bucks despite Giannis’ 43 points

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum scored 31 points with 12 rebounds and six assists to help the visiting Boston Celtics overcome a 17-point deficit and defeat the Milwaukee Bucks 113-107 on Sunday. Paul George scored 15 points on 6-of-18 shooting and dished out nine assists for the Sixers, but he didn’t play in OT after logging 33 minutes in his continued return from …

Morant, Wells, Jackson Jr. score 20 apiece as Grizzlies beat Lakers 131-114
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Morant, Wells, Jackson Jr. score 20 apiece as Grizzlies beat Lakers 131-114

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ja Morant scored 20 points before leaving in the third quarter with a right hamstring injury and the Memphis Grizzlies used their 3-point shooting to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 131-114 on Wednesday night. Rookie Jaylen Wells and Jaren Jackson Jr. also scored 20 points each for the Grizzlies. Takeaways Lakers: With Davis out, Los Angeles was …

Nets Dominate Grizzlies in Thrilling Game
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nets Dominate Grizzlies in Thrilling Game

Associated Press  

The Brooklyn Nets defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 106-104 on Monday night. Dennis Schroder and Cam Johnson each scored 20 points, with Schroder adding 3 assists and Johnson having 2 rebounds. The Nets evened their record at 4-4, while the Grizzlies had won their last two games. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 15 points, while Ja Morant had 25 …

Spurs Dominate Timberwolves, Continue Their Unbeatable Start
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Spurs Dominate Timberwolves, Continue Their Unbeatable Start

Associated Press  

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-103 without coach Gregg Popovich due to illness. Keldon Johnson led the Spurs with 25 points, 13 assists, and 10 rebounds, while Chris Paul contributed 15 points and 13 assists. Victor Wembanyama had 17 points and 6 rebounds for the Timberwolves.

Minnesota Timberwolves Triumph Over Denver Nuggets in Thrilling Thriller
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Minnesota Timberwolves Triumph Over Denver Nuggets in Thrilling Thriller

The Hindu  

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 119-116 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Friday night in Minneapolis. Anthony Edwards led the Wolves with 29 points, while Julius Randle contributed 23 points, seven assists, and six rebounds. The Timberwolves earned their third win in the past four games, extending their winning streak to four games.

Timberwolves Pull Off Thrilling Thriller, Overcome Nuggets in 119-116
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Timberwolves Pull Off Thrilling Thriller, Overcome Nuggets in 119-116

Associated Press  

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Denver Nuggets 119-116 in a thrilling thriller. Edwards scored 29 points, including a go-ahead basket with 25.7 seconds left, and Gobert contributed 17 points and 14 rebounds. The Timberwolves recovered from a 25-3 deficit in the fourth quarter and held on for the victory.

Grizzlies Dominate Bucks, Clinching 122-99 Victory
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Grizzlies Dominate Bucks, Clinching 122-99 Victory

Associated Press  

The Memphis Grizzlies dominated the Milwaukee Bucks in a convincing 122-99 victory on Thursday night. Ja Morant shone with a triple-double, recording 26 points, 14 assists and 10 rebounds. The Grizzlies built a 31-point lead in the second half and maintained their momentum throughout the game. The Bucks struggled to shoot efficiently, shooting only 42% from the field and 3 …

Knicks Rally to Defeat Heat in Thrilling Thriller
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Knicks Rally to Defeat Heat in Thrilling Thriller

Associated Press  

The New York Knicks rallied to beat the Miami Heat 116-107 on Wednesday night. Karl-Anthony Towns had 44 points and 13 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson scored 18 of his 22 points in the second half. The Knicks led by 13 points in the third quarter before flipping the game, and they went on to win 87-80.

Heat Dominate Pistons, Clinching Victory in Thriller
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Heat Dominate Pistons, Clinching Victory in Thriller

Associated Press  

The Miami Heat defeated the Detroit Pistons 106-98 on Monday night. Jimmy Butler had a double-double with 23 points and seven assists, while Terry Rozier added 20 points and the Heat pulled away in the fourth quarter. The Heat dominated the first half, outscoring the Pistons 39-18 and holding a 64-53 lead at halftime. The Heat won the game 106-98, …

Timberwolves Dominate Raptors in Thrilling Game
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Timberwolves Dominate Raptors in Thrilling Game

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Toronto Raptors 112-101 on Saturday night. Julius Randle had a double-double with 24 points and 9 rebounds, while Anthony Edwards also scored 24 points. The Timberwolves dominated the paint and outscored the Raptors 56-42 in the second half. The Raptors struggled to find their rhythm offensively, missing eight of their first nine shots in the …

Heat Dominate Hornets in Thrilling Fourth-Quarter Showdown
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Heat Dominate Hornets in Thrilling Fourth-Quarter Showdown

Associated Press  

The Miami Heat defeated the Charlotte Hornets 114-106 in their season opener. Jimmy Butler had a double-double with 13 points and 8 assists, while Tyler Herro added 22 points and 5 3-pointers. The Heat dominated the fourth quarter, outscoring the Hornets 33-18 in the final period. The Hornets struggled with 20 turnovers and missed several free throws in the crucial …

Grizzlies Dominate Jazz, Clinching Season-Opening Win
2 months ago

Grizzlies Dominate Jazz, Clinching Season-Opening Win

Associated Press  

Ja Morant led the Memphis Grizzlies to a 126-124 victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. Morant had 22 points, 10 assists and five rebounds, while Santi Aldama and Desmond Bane added 27 and 24 points respectively for the Grizzlies. Lauri Markkanen had 35 points and nine rebounds for Utah, while Jordan Clarkson chipped in for 17 points and …

Brown has 22, Porzingis returns with 20 as Celtics open NBA Finals with 107-89 win over Mavericks
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Brown has 22, Porzingis returns with 20 as Celtics open NBA Finals with 107-89 win over Mavericks

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jaylen Brown scored 22 points, …

Mavericks look to secure conference finals victory over the Timberwolves
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Mavericks look to secure conference finals victory over the Timberwolves

Associated Press  

Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Thursday, 8:30 p.m. EDT WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS: Mavericks lead series 3-1 BOTTOM LINE: The Dallas Mavericks look to clinch the series over the Minnesota Timberwolves in game five of the Western Conference finals. TOP PERFORMERS: Karl-Anthony Towns is scoring 21.8 points per game and averaging 8.3 rebounds for the Timberwolves. LAST 10 GAMES: Timberwolves: …

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves: Jokic scores 40, Nuggets shut down Edwards
7 months, 1 week ago

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves: Jokic scores 40, Nuggets shut down Edwards

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic received the Michael Jordan award from Commissioner Adam Silver before tipoff, then delivered a memorable playoff performance to celebrate his third MVP trophy Tuesday night. Jokic scored 40 points and dished out 13 assists and the Denver Nuggets shut down Anthony Edwards in a 112-97 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves that put the reigning NBA champs …

Late 3 gives Pacers 111-106 victory over Knicks
7 months, 1 week ago

Late 3 gives Pacers 111-106 victory over Knicks

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Andrew Nembhard made a 31-foot, tiebreaking 3-pointer with 16 seconds left, Tyrese Haliburton scored 35 points and the Indiana Pacers rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the banged-up and short-handed New York Knicks 111-106 on Friday night in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. New York led by nine with 9:45 remaining and was in position …

NBA: Timberwolves maul Nuggets, Brunson fires Knicks over Pacers
7 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA: Timberwolves maul Nuggets, Brunson fires Knicks over Pacers

The Hindu  

The Minnesota Timberwolves produced a dominant defensive display to seize a commanding 2-0 lead in its best-of-seven playoff series against the Denver Nuggets with a 106-80 road victory on Monday. “We just wanted to come here and find a way to win the game.” The normally unflappable Nuggets may also be without star point guard Jamal Murray for game three. …

Celtics top the Heat to take a 3-1 lead in the East
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Celtics top the Heat to take a 3-1 lead in the East

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Derrick White scored a career-high 38 points, Jayson Tatum added 20 points and 10 rebounds, and the Boston Celtics beat the Miami Heat 102-88 on Monday night to take a 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series. Bam Adebayo finished with 25 points, 17 rebounds and five assists for Miami, which had a sellout crowd — including …

Anthony Edwards scores 36 points, Timberwolves beat Suns 126-109 for 3-0 series lead
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Anthony Edwards scores 36 points, Timberwolves beat Suns 126-109 for 3-0 series lead

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Anthony Edwards hit a jumper late in the fourth quarter and snarled as he ran down the court, pounding his chest with his fist for emphasis as Minnesota pulled away for another dominant playoff win. Edwards scored 36 points, Rudy Gobert added 19 points and 14 rebounds and the Timberwolves used a hot-shooting third quarter to beat the …

Edwards and the Timberwolves visit Phoenix with 2-0 series lead
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Edwards and the Timberwolves visit Phoenix with 2-0 series lead

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Phoenix Suns Phoenix; Friday, 10:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Suns -4; over/under is 206.5 WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Timberwolves lead series 2-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Timberwolves visit the Phoenix Suns in the Western Conference first round with a 2-0 lead in the series. Minnesota ranks seventh in the Western Conference scoring 50.8 points per game …

Herro scores 24, Heat hit franchise playoff-record 23 3s to beat Boston and even series 1-1
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Herro scores 24, Heat hit franchise playoff-record 23 3s to beat Boston and even series 1-1

Associated Press  

BOSTON — The Miami Heat beat Boston with an unprecedented barrage of 3-pointers on Wednesday night to erase the home-court advantage the Celtics worked all season to establish. Tyler Herro had 24 points and 14 assists, hitting six of Miami’s 23 3-pointers — the most in a playoff game in franchise history — to lead the Heat to a 111-101 …

Heat beat Bulls 112-91 to secure the eighth seed for second straight year
8 months ago

Heat beat Bulls 112-91 to secure the eighth seed for second straight year

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Tyler Herro scored 24 points and was an assist shy of a triple-double, rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. added 21 points and the Miami Heat grabbed the last spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs, running away from the Chicago Bulls 112-91 in a play-in tournament elimination game Friday night. Herro finished with 10 rebounds and nine assists, and the …

The Heat are headed to Boston after ousting the Bulls 112-91 in East play-in finale
8 months ago

The Heat are headed to Boston after ousting the Bulls 112-91 in East play-in finale

Associated Press  

MIAMI — The chants started raining down in the fourth quarter. Tyler Herro scored 24 points and was an assist shy of a triple-double, rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. added 21 points and the Heat grabbed the last spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs by beating the Chicago Bulls 112-91 in a play-in tournament elimination game Friday night. “I have an …

Defending champion Nuggets finish second in West, beating Grizzlies 126-111
8 months, 1 week ago

Defending champion Nuggets finish second in West, beating Grizzlies 126-111

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Jamal Murray scored 21 points, Nikola Jokic had 15 points and 15 rebounds, and the defending champion Denver Nuggets secured the No. Nuggets coach Michael Malone said the key to matching the franchise record was “not being satisfied with last year.” “To tie the franchise record for wins in a season is outstanding, especially on the heels …

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