Hawks star Trae Young. (Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Watch Giannis Antetokounmpo coach teammates from the bench during Game 6 (Video) by Scott Rogust Twitter freaks out after TNT broadcast shuts down during Hawks-Bucks Game 6 by Scott Rogust Fans were astounded and irate when an official gave Atlanta star Trae Young a technical just for
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The NBA pundits were out in full force after the Bucks won Game 6 against the Phoenix Suns. Milwaukee fans, celebrate in style. The Bucks haven’t won a title since 1971, so it’s been a long time. If you were around the last time the Bucks were on top of the basketball world, you’re old
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NBA Twitter reacted to the Milwaukee Bucks defeating the Phoenix Suns in Game 6 to win their first NBA championship since 1971. The Milwaukee Bucks have not reached the NBA Finals since 1974, where they lost to the Boston Celtics in seven games. They appeared to be down and out after dropping the first two
Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images NBA Twitter, players, and media react to Bucks winning NBA Finals by Scott Rogust The Milwaukee Bucks are NBA Champs. Time to gear up. by Nathan Cunningham Milwaukee Bucks fans waited 50 years for their team to win a second NBA Championship. When the moment finally came, it could not
Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) The Milwaukee Bucks are NBA Champs. Time to gear up. by Nathan Cunningham While it may not have been his fault this time around, Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul reacted to yet another season falling short of his ultimate goal. Scott Foster or not,
After losing the 2021 NBA Finals, Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams went into the Milwaukee Bucks to congratulate them on their victory. Monty Williams is an absolute winner. It may not have shown that on the scoreboard Tuesday night, when his Phoenix Suns fell short in Game 6, 105-98, to lose the 2021 NBA
Jul 3, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) and Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (15) battle for the opening tip-off for game six of the Eastern Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports NBA Twitter can’t believe the reason Trae Young
The Phoenix Suns fell short of their first NBA title, but what this team did for the fanbase and the city was immeasurable. On Tuesday night, the Phoenix Suns fell short of their first NBA championship. It was a hurt the fanbase had felt 52 times before. On the Finals stage, it was one they’d
Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks holds the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP Award and the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy after defeating the Phoenix Suns in Game Six to win the 2021 NBA Finals (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) The Long Two: How the Bucks fought back and won an NBA title by Ben Ladner
Jul 20, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) celebrates after game six of the 2021 NBA Finals against the Phoenix Suns at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Monty Williams congratulates Bucks in champagne-soaked locker room (Video) by Gerald Bourguet NBA Twitter freaked out over Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 50-point
Phoenix Suns coach Monty Williams choked up after losing the NBA Finals to the Milwaukee Bucks in six games. Williams is a true professional, and is one of the better stories in the modern NBA. In 2016, his wife passed away in a tragic car accident. After grieving in the spotlight, he received his opportunity
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JULY 12: LeBron James attends the premiere of Warner Bros “Space Jam: A New Legacy” at Regal LA Live on July 12, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) Amanda Lemos shocks with lighting fast brutal KO of Montserrat Conejo (Video) by Zain Bando Shooting reported outside of
The Phoenix Suns are on the brink of losing the 2021 NBA Finals after dropping Game 5, but their recipe for success is still within reach, and it remains the same as ever. For the first time in the 2021 NBA Playoffs, the Phoenix Suns are on the brink of elimination. After losing their third
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – JULY 17: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks against Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half in Game Five of the NBA Finals at Footprint Center on July 17, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – JULY 17: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks fouls Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half in Game Five of the NBA Finals at Footprint Center on July 17, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – JULY 17: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks against Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half in Game Five of the NBA Finals at Footprint Center on July 17, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or
Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Bucks. (Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports) Olympics explained: What is the triathlon? by Baigen Seawell Chelsea starlet’s future is in jeopardy after latest Erling Haaland bid by Rucker Haringey Aaron Rodgers reacts to the Milwaukee Bucks tying the Phoenix Suns in the 2021 NBA Finals. While his
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks. (Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports) Chelsea starlet’s future is in jeopardy after latest Erling Haaland bid by Rucker Haringey Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo explains why he has exited the last two first quarters of the 2021 NBA Finals very early. When the face of the Milwaukee Bucks franchise
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo’s clutch block on Deandre Ayton in Game 4 will go down as one of the best plays in NBA Finals history. The Milwaukee Bucks have risen from the dead after facing a serious disadvantage of being down 0-2 in the NBA Finals against the Phoenix Suns. Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo
Jul 14, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) is surrounded by teammates following a basket during the fourth quarter against the Phoenix Suns during game four of the 2021 NBA Finals at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports NBA Twitter rips Chris Paul after turnovers cost Suns in Game
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JULY 14: Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns is pressured by Jrue Holiday #21 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half in Game Four of the NBA Finals at Fiserv Forum on July 14, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and
Jul 11, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Cameron Johnson (23) shoots against Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (9) during the first quarter during game three of the 2021 NBA Finals at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports Jeff Van Gundy couldn’t stop himself from saying ridiculous things during Game 3 (Video)
The Phoenix Suns have bounced back from tough losses all year long. Now their ability to do so faces a unique challenge in the NBA Finals against a determined opponent. The Phoenix Suns knew Game 3 of the NBA Finals would be their toughest challenge yet. They knew, with the series shifting venues and the
Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams was not thrilled with the officiating in Game 3, as his team lost to the Milwaukee Bucks 120-100 on Sunday. The Phoenix Suns were riding high after taking the first two games of the NBA Finals. History was on their side, as teams with a 2-0 lead in the
Giannis Antetokounmpo destroyed the Suns with a dominant Game 3 performance on Sunday, and NBA Twitter ate it up. While the Milwaukee Bucks are down 0-2 in the NBA Finals against the Phoenix Suns, star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo hasn’t let the pressure get to him. Back in Game 2, Antetokounmpo logged 42 points in 40
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks. (Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports) Francisco Lindor used Mets fans booing as fuel for grand slam by Alfonso Cerna Giannis Antetokounmpo went full Marshawn Lynch during an NBA Finals press conference. With his Milwaukee Bucks down 0-2 to the Phoenix Suns in the 2021 NBA Finals, Giannis Antetokounmpo channeled his inner
A Phoenix Suns fan at Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Milwaukee Bucks wore a Penny Hardaway and NBA Twitter was all about it. Game 2 of the NBA Finals between the Suns and Bucks featured another juicy matchup between NBA stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Devin Booker and Chris Paul. So it’s doubtful
Jul 6, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts against Phoenix Suns forward Jae Crowder (99) in game one of the 2021 NBA Finals at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports UFC 264: 3 things we learned from the press conference by Jake Foley Look: Suns fan
Suns star Devin Booker. (Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports) Franmil Reyes launches emphatic walk-off home run to end losing streak (Video) by Scott Rogust ESPN analyst Jeff Van Gundy caught heat after he used a terrible choice of words to describe Devin Booker during the NBA Finals. Jeff Van Gundy is in hot water for a
The Phoenix Suns have a “reps remove doubt” mantra, which is why it wasn’t surprising to see Mikal Bridges go off in Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Much like the first year or two of his NBA career, the results on the offensive end just weren’t bearing out for the majority of Mikal Bridges‘
What did Colin Cowherd and Skip Bayless have to say about the Phoenix Suns win over the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 2 of the NBA Finals? It wouldn’t be the NBA Finals without extreme takes from some of sports’ biggest talking heads. So what did Colin Cowherd and Skip Bayless think about the Suns taking
Chris Paul torched the Bucks’ defense in his Finals debut. How was he so effective in Game 1, and what can the Bucks to do slow him down moving forward? The primary benefit of having two offensive creators as skilled as Chris Paul and Devin Booker is that there’s always something a defense can’t take
Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images World record: What’s the fastest men’s 100m dash time ever? by Cody Williams Giannis Antetokounmpo didn’t hold back and admitted that the Phoenix Suns fans got in his head with how loud they were. Game 1 of the NBA Finals was one to remember, with the Phoenix Suns taking down
The Phoenix Suns are down a forward in the NBA Finals against the Bucks with Dario Saric out indefinitely after suffering a knee injury. Suns forward Dario Saric went down injured after playing just two minutes in the first quarter of Game 1 against the Bucks. Unfortunately, those are likely to be his only minutes
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) Braves make move at catcher after back-to-back losses to lowly Pirates by John Buhler 3 Dallas Cowboys who’ll be fighting for their job in training camp by Brad Berreman Hell has frozen over, as Skip Bayless actually said something nice about LeBron James for once.
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – JULY 06: Devin Booker #1 and Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns celebrate during the second half in Game One of the NBA Finals against the Milwaukee Bucks at Phoenix Suns Arena on July 06, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and
Brook Lopez, Milwaukee Bucks, Danilo Gallinari, Atlanta Hawks. (Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports) With Giannis Antetokounmpo dealing through a knee injury, these three Milwaukee Bucks teammates of his have to step up big time in the 2021 NBA Finals vs. the Phoenix Suns. Even if Giannis Antetokounmpo does not play at all in the 2021 NBA Finals vs. the
Vernon Maxwell, Philadelphia 76ers. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) Tribute to the Kings: Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Anderson Silva live results and highlights by Thomas Albano Mets savage the Nationals on Twitter after Francisco Lindor smashes 2 homers by John Buhler Nobody celebrates a Utah Jazz loss quite like former Houston Rockets guard Vernon Maxwell. With
Bucks guard Jrue Holiday. (Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports) Michel Rivera KOs Jon Fernandez with one punch in round 8 (Video) by Jeremy Herriges The Milwaukee Bucks are underdogs in the NBA Finals against the Phoenix Suns. Here are the opening odds for the championship series. The NBA Finals matchup is officially set with the Milwaukee
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 15: Sportscaster Marv Albert is honored during a timeout in Game Five of the Second Round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs between the Brooklyn Nets and the Milwaukee Bucks at Barclays Center on June 15, 2021 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that,
Cardinals DE J.J. Watt. (Rob Schumacher/The Republic-USA TODAY NETWORK) Watch Marv Albert sign off for one last time (Video) by Scott Rogust Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt has been rocking gear for both the Suns and Bucks during the playoffs. He needs to pick a side for the NBA Finals. J.J. Watt has been a
There are many factors to blame for the Brooklyn Nets’ second-round playoff exit, but James Harden should not be one of them. Despite having three of the best players in the league, the Nets fell short on their Finals-or-bust expectations this season. That being said, it shouldn’t be looked at as a complete failure given
Jun 27, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) sits on the bench prior to the game against the Milwaukee Bucks during game three of the Eastern Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports Is Chance the Rapper a Bucks fan? by
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 30: Head coach Monty Williams of the Phoenix Suns holds the Western Conference Championship trophy after the Suns defeated the LA Clippers in Game Six of the Western Conference Finals at Staples Center on June 30, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that,
With the Milwaukee Bucks one win away from reaching the 2021 NBA Finals, will star Giannis Antetokounmpo play in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Saturday? The Milwaukee Bucks are now one win away from reaching the NBA Finals for the first time since 1974 after defeating the Atlanta Hawks 123-112 in Game
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – JUNE 28: Patrick Beverley #21 of the LA Clippers talks with Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns after a foul during the second half in Game Five of the Western Conference Finals at Phoenix Suns Arena on June 28, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees
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Here are the odds, spread, line, over/under, betting info and prediction for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Milwaukee Bucks and Atlanta Hawks. The Atlanta Hawks have proven to be one of the most resilient teams in the 2021 NBA Playoffs. Despite losing Trae Young, Atlanta used a complete team effort to
With the LA Clippers fighting to go the distance in the Western Conference Finals, the burning question on everyone’s mind is will Kawhi Leonard return for a potential Game 7 or the NBA Finals? Kawhi Leonard will not play in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals on Wednesday night in LA. While his official status
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker guarded by Los Angeles Clippers guard Patrick Beverley Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports Zack Greinke has hilarious reaction to terrible CB Bucknor strike call (Video) by Alicia de Artola Patrick Beverley tried to shake Devin Booker’s hand pregame, but he would not oblige the Clippers guard before Game 6
Giannis Antetokounmpo hyperextended his left knee in the third quarter of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Atlanta Hawks. The story of the NBA Playoffs has been superstar players lost to injury. The Milwaukee Bucks are now feeling that after Giannis Antetokounmpo contested a Clint Capella alley-oop and had his left knee buckle underneath him,
Skip Bayless, Shannon Sharpe, Stephen A. Smith and Max Kellerman all reacted to the Los Angeles Clippers’ Game 5 win over the Phoenix Suns to keep their NBA title hopes alive. The goal for the Los Angeles Clippers was simple — win Game 5 to keep their NBA title hopes alive. After winning their first
Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports Watch: Patrick Beverley called for flagrant foul for cheap shot on Chris Paul by Patrick Schmidt Basketball fans watching Game 5 between the Phoenix Suns and the Los Angeles Clippers are in love with Devin Booker’s shoes. The Phoenix Suns are oh so close to clinching their first NBA
The Milwaukee Bucks beat the Hawks in Game 3, then won the internet when they dropped a vicious troll of the city of Atlanta on Twitter. NBA Twitter is often a savage place. No jest goes unspoken. And the official accounts often produce the best jabs. The Milwaukee Bucks‘ official Twitter account proved that after
Khris Middleton went off in Game 3, and NBA Twitter gave him rave reviews. After surrendering Game 1 at home against the visiting Atlanta Hawks, the Milwaukee Bucks bounced back with a resounding win in Game 2 to even up the Eastern Conference Finals. With the series shifting to Atlanta for Game 3, the Bucks
Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young had to exit Game 3 against the Bucks after stepping on an official’s foot and apparently tweaking his ankle. The Atlanta Hawks had the one injury scare they would have wished to avoid on Sunday during Game 3 against the Milwaukee Bucks. Near the end of the third quarter of
Skip Bayless called the Clippers chokers after their first-half performance in Game 3 against the Suns. It turns out he reverse jinxed them. Skip Bayless was big mad about the Clippers in Game 3 against the Suns. Apparently, that was good for Los Angeles because they went on to prove him extraordinarily wrong. It was
The Milwaukee Bucks throttled the Atlanta Hawks in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals, and NBA Twitter was in shock. After the Atlanta Hawks stole Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals on the road behind a historic Trae Young performance, many wondered how the Milwaukee Bucks would respond in Game 2. On Friday
Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports The Phoenix Suns must make these three key adjustments to beat the LA Clippers in Game 4. So far in the best-of-seven 2021 Western Conference Finals between the No. 2 Phoenix Suns and the No. 4 LA Clippers, the home team has won all three games. Phoenix took
Denver Nuggets, Phoenix Suns. (Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports) Tom Ricketts still worried about money and CBA despite Cubs success by Mark Powell The Denver Nuggets and their fans just keep taking L’s in their best-of-seven series vs. the Phoenix Suns. Down 0-3 in their best-of-seven series vs. the Phoenix Suns, this pair of
DENVER, CO – JUNE 13: Devin Booker #1, Chris Paul #3, and Torrey Craig #12 of the Phoenix Suns take a moment later in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets in Game Four of the Western Conference second-round playoff series at Ball Arena on June 13, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User
Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks, New York Knicks. (Mandatory Credit: Elsa/POOL PHOTOS-USA TODAY Sports) Watch: Vanderbilt had the craziest walkoff win you’ll ever see in College World Series vs. Stanford by Ethan Lee Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young explained why he shimmied before hitting a 3-pointer against the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers. (Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports) Damian Lillard responds to ‘horrible photoshop’ of him in Jazz uniform by Natalie Abele LeBron James couldn’t contain himself watching Trae Young light it up for the Atlanta Hawks in their Game 1 vs. the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference Finals. The
Jun 22, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker reacts after colliding with Los Angeles Clippers guard Patrick Beverley in the second half during game two of the Western Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Warriors not interested in trading James
The Atlanta Hawks have a better shot than you think of winning the Eastern Conference Finals. For the second time since 2015, the Atlanta Hawks are playing in the Eastern Conference Finals. The last time they made it this far in the NBA Playoffs, the head coach they will be going up against was their head
The LA Clippers will need Kawhi Leonard to return if they want to reach the 2021 NBA Finals. With a nagging knee injury, LA Clippers superstar forward Kawhi Leonard did not travel to Arizona for the first two games of the 2021 Western Conference Finals with the Phoenix Suns. While Leonard is back in Los Angeles rehabbing
Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert‘s playoff defense was indefensible for the Utah Jazz. The Utah Jazz were not able to rely on Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert’s defense in the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. While the top-seeded Jazz were able to get past the upstart No. 8-seeded Memphis
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Game 7 performance vs. the Brooklyn Nets did wonders for the Milwaukee Bucks superstar’s legacy. In a game that went down to the wire, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks bested Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets in Game 7 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals series. By defeating the No. 2-seeded Nets in Brooklyn
Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers, Michael Porter Jr., Dener Nuggets. (Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports) Texas vs. Southern University live stream: What channel is the NCAA baseball tournament on? by Ethan Lee Devin Booker paid tribute to his idol Kobe Bryant after dropping 47 points in Game 6 (Video) by John Buhler Damian Lillard
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – JUNE 20: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns shoots against Terance Mann #14 and Marcus Morris Sr. #8 of the Los Angeles Clippers in the second quarter during game one of the Western Conference Finals at Phoenix Suns Arena on June 20, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly
Without Chris Paul in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, Devin Booker and the young Phoenix Suns did what they’ve been doing all season long. Heading into the 2021 Western Conference Finals, it was fair to question which team would have the edge. The LA Clippers would be missing Kawhi Leonard for at least
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 19: Khris Middleton #22 of the Milwaukee Bucks celebrates after winning basket as teammate Pat Connaughton #24 joins during the final minutes of overtime during game seven of the Eastern Conference second round at Barclays Center on June 19, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 18: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives against Clint Capela #15 and John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks during the first half of game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at State Farm Arena on June 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 18: John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts after a basket against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half of game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at State Farm Arena on June 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and
Terance Mann gave the LA Clippers a performance for the ages in Game 6, helping his team trim a 25-point deficit against the Utah Jazz down to 3 points. In the first half of Game 6 Friday night, it felt like a Game 7 between the LA Clippers and Utah Jazz would be inevitable. After
Kawhi Leonard, LA Clippers. (Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Swinger-USA TODAY Sports) Gabe Rosado scores KO of the Year candidate, faceplants Bektemir Melikuziev in comeback fashion by Thomas Albano The LA Clippers will not have Kawhi Leonard available for the first two games of the 2021 Western Conference Finals. After clinching their first trip to the conference finals
Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports The Philadelphia 76ers suffered an epic collapse in Game 5 against the Atlanta Hawks. Here are three individuals who are the most to blame. Many basketball fans tuned out of Game 5 between the Philadelphia 76ers and Atlanta Hawks thinking it was over. The 76ers had a 26-point lead
Serge Ibaka, Paul George, Nicolas Batum, LA Clippers. (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images) 2 reasons the Saints can win the Super Bowl this season by Russell S. Baxter Serge Ibaka shares an apology form for the haters of his LA Clippers teammate Paul George. For all the Paul George haters out there, his LA Clippers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 16: Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks celebrates during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers during Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at Wells Fargo Center on June 16, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this
Paul George can now officially tout the “Playoff P” nickname after an outstanding performance for the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 5 against the Utah Jazz. If you wrote off the LA Clippers with Kawhi Leonard out injured, it’s time to pay tribute to the one, the only, Playoff P. Paul George was an absolute
Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports The loss of Kawhi Leonard means tough things ahead for the Clippers, but they still have a chance if they make the following adjustments against the Jazz. Clippers nation woke up to some bad news on Wednesday, following the announcement Kawhi Leonard will miss Game 5 against the Jazz with a
LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 14: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Los Angeles Clippers slam dunks against Derrick Favors #15 of the Utah Jazz during the first half in Game Four of the Western Conference second-round playoff series at Staples Center on June 14, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges
The Utah Jazz are hoping Mike Conley can return in their playoff series vs. the LA Clippers. Without Mike Conley, the Utah Jazz have struggled to put away the LA Clippers in the playoffs. In Conley’s second year in Salt Lake, the Jazz earned the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference Playoff. The long-time Memphis
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 11: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives against Clint Capela #15 of the Atlanta Hawks during the first half of game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at State Farm Arena on June 11, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading
Nikola Jokic was ejected from Game 4 after a frustration foul on Cam Payne. With their backs against the wall in Game 4 of their second-round series against the Phoenix Suns, the Denver Nuggets needed their MVP to have the game of his life to avoid the sweep. Unfortunately for the Nuggets and for Nikola
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 14: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers grabs a rebound against Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks during the first half of game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at State Farm Arena on June 14, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that,
Chris Paul has been instrumental for the Phoenix Suns all season, but his return to form as the Point God has them looking dangerous in the playoffs. Nobody is playing better basketball than the Phoenix Suns right now. Nobody’s playoff bandwagon is fuller at the moment, and perhaps nobody’s gotten Chris Paul closer to that
LA Clippers star Paul George has been raked over the coals for poor playoff performances, so don’t forget to credit him for a huge Game 3. In sports, you’re only as good as your latest performance. If that’s the case, then Paul George is worthy of the Playoff P nickname. George hasn’t completely shed his
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JUNE 13: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets is injured during the first half of Game Four of the Eastern Conference second round playoff series against the Milwaukee Bucks at the Fiserv Forum on June 13, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading
Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell exited Game 3 against the LA Clippers with a noticeable limp. The Utah Jazz held an early 2-0 series lead against the LA Clippers in the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs due to the stellar play of Donovan Mitchell. The Jazz benefitted from Mitchell dropping a total of
Fiserv Forum had to be evacuated because of a fire in the building after the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Brooklyn Nets in Game 4. The Milwaukee Bucks turned up the heat against the Brooklyn Nets in Game 4 on Sunday, tying the series at two games apiece. Bizarrely, the celebrations were cut short because there
Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports Euros 2020 England vs Croatia live stream Reddit by FanSided Staff The Brooklyn Nets hold a 2-1 lead on the Milwaukee Bucks heading into Game 4 on Sunday. Here’s how to watch the NBA playoffs online. The second-round playoff series between the Brooklyn Nets and Milwaukee Bucks is finally
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Trae Young asking refs to let Ben Simmons shoot free throws is ultimate insult (Video) by Alicia de Artola Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid struggled with injuries in Game 3. Did Atlanta Hawks fans cheer when he hurt his knee? Embiid was the
Danny Green, Philadelphia 76ers. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) UFC 263: Israel Adesanya vs. Marvin Vettori post-fight press conference live stream by Thomas Albano The Philadelphia 76ers will need to press on without guard Danny Green for the time being. While it is not the worst news in the world, the Philadelphia 76ers have to
MIAMI, FLORIDA – JANUARY 27: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets reacts during action against the Miami Heat during the second quarter at American Airlines Arena on January 27, 2021 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the
The Philadelphia 76ers easily routed the Washington Wizards in Game 2 on Wednesday by the score of 120-95. The Washington Wizards gave the Philadelphia 76ers a hell of a fight in Game 1 on Sunday, but it was the top-seed in the Eastern Conference who emerged victorious. On Wednesday night, the 76ers assured everyone they
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green thinks the NBA has gotten a little too soft in response to the Kevin Durant – PJ Tucker scuffle in Game 3. Green isn’t of an older generation, but sure plays like it. While we can rightfully question whether certain stars — not naming any names — could survive
After torching the LA Clippers in Game 1, Donovan Mitchell had NBA Twitter buzzing with his start in Game 2. In the second half of Game 1, Donovan Mitchell absolutely lit the LA Clippers up. While his Utah Jazz trailed by 13 points at halftime, with Mitchell only scoring 13 points in the first two
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JUNE 10: Jrue Holiday #21 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives around Landry Shamet #20 of the Brooklyn Nets during the first half of Game Three of the Eastern Conference second round playoff series at the Fiserv Forum on June 10, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees
De’Andre Hunter, Atlanta Hawks. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Devin Booker owns history with LeBron James’ last game-worn No. 23 Lakers’ jersey by John Buhler The Atlanta Hawks will be without wing De’Andre Hunter for the rest of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. Ahead of Game 3 vs. the Philadelphia 76ers, the Atlanta Hawks received
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers, Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns. (Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports) David Ortiz undergoes surgery related to 2019 near-fatal shooting by John Buhler Devin Booker is the owner of LeBron James‘ last game-worn No. 23 Los Angeles Lakers jersey. In a weird chain of events, Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker
Deandre Ayton’s done well enough in his matchup against Nikola Jokic to shift the Phoenix Suns’ second-round series in their favor. Look at the numbers and you’ll see plenty of reasons the Phoenix Suns have a commanding 2-0 lead over the Denver Nuggets in their second-round playoff series. All five starters have scored in double
Rudy Gobert, Utah Jazz, Marcus Morris, LA Clippers. (Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Swinger-USA TODAY Sports) Pacers finally admit mistake, fire head coach Nate Bjorkgren by John Buhler Rudy Gobert‘s incredible block gives Game 1 to the Utah Jazz over the visiting LA Clippers. If not for Rudy Gobert’s late-game heroics, there is a chance the Utah Jazz
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 08: Shake Milton #18 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket during the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Hawks during Game Two of the Eastern Conference second round series at Wells Fargo Center on June 08, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by
Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) Cubs fans react to Nike officially revealing Wrigleyville jersey by Josh Hill Devin Booker arrived to Game 1 style in one of the flashiest cars you will ever see. Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker is a budding superstar, so you better believe he will have an automobile
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 05: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks handles the ball against the Brooklyn Nets in Game One of the Second Round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center on June 05, 2021 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading
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Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports The Miami Heat need to go back to the drawing board after getting swept out of the first round. After winning the Eastern Conference Finals a year ago, the Miami Heat quickly found out this wasn’t the Orlando bubble when taking on the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2021 NBA Playoffs.
Kevin Durant had nothing but amazing things to say about Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum with his most recent comments. Despite the Boston Celtics getting dominated by the Brooklyn Nets in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs, there’s no denying Jayson Tatum continued to prove he’s one of the best players in the
The LA Clippers flirted with disaster in their first-round playoff series, but Kawhi Leonard’s brilliance pulled them from the brink. The 2021 NBA Playoffs have represented a changing of the guard, in more ways than one. LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers are out; Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns
Nets guard James Harden. (Steven Ryan/Getty Images) Saints’ Cameron Jordan trolls Falcons for Julio Jones trade by Braulio Perez The Brooklyn Nets updated the injury status of guard James Harden as the team gears up for Game 2 against the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Playoffs. From the moment James Harden walked off the court
Indiana Pacers. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) The Indiana Pacers will have to battle to make the NBA Playoffs out of the play-in tournament. After being seen as one of the five best teams in the Eastern Conference a year ago, the Indiana Pacers are one NBA play-in tournament loss away from being eliminated altogether. The
Draymond Green, Golden State Warriors, Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns. (Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports) Yankees vs Red Sox MLB live stream reddit for June 4-6 weekend series by Mark Powell Draymond Green wants Phoenix Suns fans to help him pay back his Devin Booker tampering fine from over a year ago.
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PORTLAND, OREGON – MAY 29: Head coach Terry Stotts of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on in the third quarter against the Denver Nuggets during Round 1, Game 4 of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Moda Center on May 29, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading
May 27, 2021; Portland, Oregon, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Michael Porter Jr. (1) shoots the ball during the first half of game three in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports Derrick Rose confirms he’d like to re-sign with Knicks (Video) by Alicia de
Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images Yermin Mercedes doesn’t need to swing 3-0 to walk off the Tigers (Video) by Mark Powell Pandemic P is trending on Twitter, even after Paul George and the Clippers won Game 6 in Dallas. George and the Clippers forced a Game 7, winning their third straight game in Dallas over
TAMPA, FLORIDA – MAY 11: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clipperslooks to pass during a game against the Toronto Raptors at Amalie Arena on May 11, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 21: Luke Kennard #5 of the LA Clippers handles the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at Staples Center on April 21, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers. (Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports) Watch Women’s College World Series: James Madison vs. Oklahoma State live stream Reddit by Ethan Lee New Yorkers savagely created a street memorial for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2020-21 NBA season after being eliminated from the NBA Playoffs on Thursday
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) 3 Los Angeles Lakers players who won’t be back next season by Scott Rogust The LeBron James slander is in full force after the Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated in the first round by the Phoenix Suns. James’ body language was off all game,
Charlotte Hornets. (Mandatory Credit: Sarah Stier/POOL PHOTOS-USA TODAY Sports) The Charlotte Hornets can accomplish so much if they were to make the 2021 NBA Playoffs. With serious playoff aspirations, it all starts with a win on Tuesday night vs. the Indiana Pacers for the Charlotte Hornets. Charlotte is finished the 2020-21 NBA regular season in 10th
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 02: Joel Embiid #21 and Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers warm up before playing against the Washington Wizards during Game Five of the Eastern Conference first round series at Wells Fargo Center on June 2, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by
Luka Doncic torched the LA Clippers again in Game 5, and NBA Twitter was left in awe. Luka Doncic has only played in 11 career playoff games, but he’s already made a reputation for himself as an absolute assassin — especially against these LA Clippers, the only team he’s faced through his two postseasons thus
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – MAY 30: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks drives against John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks in the first half during game four of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals at State Farm Arena on May 30, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by
Austin Rivers, Denver Nuggets, Portland Trail Blazers. (Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports) How to watch NBA Playoffs: What channel is Hawks vs. Knicks Game 5 on? by John Buhler Austin Rivers had no answer for being able to guard Damian Lillard in Game 5. Even though his Denver Nuggets won Game 5 in double
The Portland Trail Blazers ought to think long and hard about how to appease Damian Lillard should they lose their first-round series to the Nuggets. Consistently building around a superstar is already a major part of running an NBA front office, but after the Blazers lost on Tuesday night despite Lillard’s 55-point output, Portland is
May 20, 2021; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) reacts after making a third quarter basket against the Indiana Pacers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports San Francisco Giants commitment to Pride month proves baseball belongs to everyone by Braulio Perez Philadelphia 76ers fans — or
The Washington Wizards kept their season alive with a 122-144 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. Russell Westbrook and Bradley Beal led the Washington Wizards to a much-needed win, seizing the moment as Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid left the game with knee soreness. Washington still finds itself in a 3-1 series hole, but will live
LOS ANGELES, CA – MAY 19: LeBron James #23 and Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a break in the action against Golden State Warriors during the second half of an NBA Tournament Play-In game at Staples Center on May 19, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges
The Brooklyn Nets had little trouble getting past the Boston Celtics in Round 1, but they should be worried about their next opponent: the Milwaukee Bucks. Fresh off a 4-1 victory in which they looked unstoppable at times, the Brooklyn Nets now face a much more formidable foe in the Milwaukee Bucks. The Nets boast
Anthony Davis, Los Angeles Lakers, Jae Crowder, Phoenix Suns. (Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports) First-place Cubs gives David Ross strong case to be NL Manager of the Year by John Buhler With Anthony Davis’ health up in the air, it has negatively impacted the Los Angeles Lakers’ odds to repeat as NBA champions. The
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Anthony Davis, Los Angeles Lakers, Jae Crowder, Phoenix Suns. (Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports) Julio Jones rumors: Falcons might take even less than first-round pick by Brad Berreman Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis’ status for Game 5 vs. the Phoenix Suns is in jeopardy. After being adamant about playing in Game 4 on
Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers. (Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports) The Knicks absolutely need to start Derrick Rose in Game 3 by Brad Berreman Did the Cowboys try to trade Jaylon Smith during the NFL Draft? by Josh Hill Joel Embiid celebrated his and-1 hilariously in front of the Philadelphia 76ers home crowd. En route to
May 20, 2021; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook (4) before the game against the Indiana Pacers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports Mets give depressing update after Noah Syndergaard rehab start ends in disaster by Josh Hill WNBA Shootaround: Jonquel Jones for MVP, Connecticut Sun, injuries
The Portland Trail Blazers stormed past the Denver Nuggets in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series thanks to Norman Powell’s big night. After giving home-court advantage right back to the Denver Nuggets with a demoralizing Game 3 loss at the Moda Center, the Portland Trail Blazers badly needed to bounce back in Game 4.
Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports The New York Knicks have not played well in the 2021 NBA Playoffs and are facing a crucial Game 4 on the road. Here are three keys to getting back on track. Down 2-1 in their first-round playoff series, the New York Knicks are facing a crucial Game 4
Julius Randle, New York Knicks. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) Steelers wide receiver wants Julio Jones to join him in Pittsburgh by Rucker Haringey Former NFL quarterback on Tua Tagovailoa not knowing playbook: ‘That should never, ever happen’ by John Buhler Julius Randle’s poor shooting is a big reason why the New York Knicks trail
BOSTON, MA – MAY 28: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket past Blake Griffin #2 of the Brooklyn Nets during Game Three of the Eastern Conference first round series at TD Garden on May 28, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading
The Boston Celtics need Kemba Walker to step up big-time for them to stay alive in the 2021 NBA Playoffs. Even though the Boston Celtics took Game 3 at home vs. the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night, this team needs its point guard Kemba Walker to step up in a big way, beginning with Game 4
ATLANTA, GA – MAY 28: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks shoots in the second half against the Atlanta Hawks during game three of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals at State Farm Arena on May 28, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this
The Milwaukee Bucks demolished the Miami Heat in Game 2 of their first-round series in the 2021 NBA Playoffs. Here are three unavoidable takeaways from the blowout. Game 1 of the Milwaukee Bucks‘ first-round series against the Miami Heat was less than encouraging for the home team. Despite having title aspirations, the Bucks needed overtime
Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images It appears the Miami Heat don’t have what it takes to repeat as Eastern Conference champions after a great run in last year’s bubble. The Miami Heat have officially run out of gas. Thursday night saw the Heat host the Milwaukee Bucks in a must-win Game 3. The Heat responded
Donte DiVincenzo, Milwaukee Bucks. (Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports) How to watch NBA Playoffs: What channel is Celtics vs. Nets Game 3 on? by Steven Kubitza The Milwaukee Bucks get the worst news possible regarding the health of Donte DiVincenzo. Even if the Milwaukee Bucks should cakewalk to the Eastern Conference Semifinals with a commanding
Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-USA TODAY Sports Memorial Day 2021: Is Chipotle open? by Natalie Abele Ja Morant tried to dunk over Rudy Gobert. It did not end well. Ja Morant may be on his Grizzly, but Rudy Gobert is on a collision course with his third Defensive Player of the Year award, and he wasn’t
Nobody is going to outwork Jimmy Butler and his Miami Heat. But this time around, that just may not be enough. Every NBA player wants to win a championship, but few are more overt about how badly they want to do so than the Miami Heat’s Jimmy Butler. He is almost theatrical in how he
This week on The Long Two: Early returns on Devin Booker, Trae Young, and Ja Morant in the playoffs. Plus, how Luka Dončić is picking the Clippers apart. NBA players establish reputations over hundreds, if not thousands, of regular-season repetitions, but the playoffs are where those reputations are stress-tested. We may have a good idea
Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports Down 0-2 after losing the first two games at home, these three Los Angeles Clippers must step up as the series moves to Dallas. The Los Angeles Clippers have high expectations, to the point rest for their top two players during the regular season takes priority with an eye
In only two first-round playoff games, Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young has already become public enemy No. 1 for New York Knicks fans. There is no love lost between Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young and New York Knicks fans. For the first time in years, Atlanta and New York are not just back
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 26: Nearly 15,000 fans filled the arena tonight to watch the game between the New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks during game two of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals at Madison Square Garden on May 26, 2021 in New York City.The New York Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks 101-92.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 25: Willie Cauley-Stein #33 of the Dallas Mavericks scores on a dunk past Nicolas Batum #33 and Paul George #13 of the LA Clippers in the third quarter during game two of the Western Conference first round series at Staples Center on May 25, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 22: Head coach Brad Stevens of the Boston Celtics looks on against the Brooklyn Nets in Game One of the First Round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center at Barclays Center on May 22, 2021 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees
Feb 20, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green, left, argues with referee Marc Davis (8) as Charlotte Hornets forward P.J. Washington looks on during the second half at Spectrum Center. The Charlotte Hornets won 102-100. Mandatory Credit: Nell Redmond-USA TODAY Sports Colts running back Nyheim Hines impressed by Carson Wentz’s
CJ McCollum, Portland Trail Blazers. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images) How to watch NBA Playoffs: What channel is Clippers vs. Mavericks Game 2 on? by Steven Kubitza 3 offseason moves the Cleveland Cavaliers need to make by Brad Berreman Facundo Campazzo flopped and CJ McCollum was assessed a Flagrant 1 because of it. In a
Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets. (Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports) Here’s everything Aaron Rodgers said about the Packers during Kenny Mayne interview by Josh Hill Nikola Jokic went to bat for the awful officials in Game 2 of the Portland Trail Blazers vs. Denver Nuggets first-round playoff series. In between all the whistles by the
Donovan Mitchell was less-than-thrilled about not playing for the Utah Jazz in Game 1 of their Western Conference Playoffs series vs. the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday. The Utah Jazz medical staff holding out star shooting guard Donovan Mitchell in Game 1’s playoff game vs. the Memphis Grizzlies was a controversial and ill-advised decision. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon
May 22, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) makes the game winning basket over Miami Heat forward Duncan Robinson (55) with 0.5 seconds to play in overtime of game one in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports NHL world reacts
Which bottom-four playoff team in the West has the best chance of making a Cinderella conference finals run? The West, as always, is a certified Thunderdome. Emerging as the conference’s representative in the Finals will be like plowing through a 10-acre field of barbed wire. Some legit title contenders will fall early and perhaps the
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 15: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles during the second half against the Chicago Bulls at Barclays Center on May 15, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User
Paul George, LA Clippers, Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) Bruno Silva demolishes Victor Rodriguez with first-round knockout at UFC Vegas 27 (Video) by Curtis Calhoun When “Pandemic P” is already trending on Twitter after one half of LA Clippers playoff basketball, you know Paul George is having himself a bad time. Twitter
Klay Thompson, Golden State Warriors. (Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports) Javier Martinez could be a boxing diamond in the rough by Jeremy Herriges Klay Thompson has an encouraging message to downtrodden Golden State Warriors fans. After seeing his Golden State Warriors get eliminated from NBA Playoffs on Friday night during their play-in tournament
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. The Washington Wizards really only needed three quarters to eliminate the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night, locking in a first-round series against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Wizards used the
The Blazers and Nuggets both had elite offenses this season but reached those heights in different ways behind Damian Lillard and Nikola Jokic. Stylistic diversity in the NBA is dead, or so those not familiar with the Denver Nuggets and Portland Trail Blazers’ work this season will tell you. The two teams, set to square
Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports The Whiteboard: What to watch for in each Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs by Ian Levy John Tavares released from hospital after scary hit to head: Maple Leafs captain out indefinitely by Dave Stevenson A Los Angeles Lakers veteran gives a ton of praise to the Golden State Warriors after their
The Warriors and Lakers turned their play-in game into an instant classic. The Lakers prevailed but the Warriors have more than a few questionable calls to stew over. Both the Warriors and Lakers needed some of those chaotic variables to break their way in Wednesday night’s play-in tournament — bit players to hit big shots,
Steph Curry, Golden State Warriors. (Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports) 3 controversial calls that cost the Warriors against the Lakers by Ian Levy The Golden State Warriors may have lost, but at least Steph Curry won on the internet. Steph Curry channeled his inner Alonzo Mourning during the Golden State Warriors play-in tournament game loss
The Washington Wizards may have what it takes to make some postseason noise this spring. After struggling out of the gate, the Washington Wizards played strong enough basketball down the stretch that they project as the last team into the Eastern Conference Playoffs this season. Washington finished in eighth place in the East this year, meaning the Wizards
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. The Western Conference play-in games kick off tonight with the Grizzlies and Spurs starting at 7:30 p.m. ET and the Warriors and Lakers at 10:00 p.m. ET. Whoever wins
David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports The Miami Heat came up just one or two miracles short in last year’s NBA Finals. Here’s what they’ll need to accomplish to earn another chance. You won’t hear the Miami Heat mentioned often in discussions of likely Eastern Conference contenders but no one saw them coming last year either.
Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports As the Philadelphia 76ers seek to win their first NBA championship since 1983, here’s what they’ll hope to accomplish in the coming months. The Philadelphia 76ers won’t find out who they face in the first round of the 2021 NBA playoffs until Thursday, but it ultimately shouldn’t matter. Regardless of whether
Stephen Curry and LeBron James. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Packers reveal what they want in return for any potential Aaron Rodgers trade by Brad Berreman LeBron James believes Steph Curry should be named NBA MVP this season. Ahead of their No. 7 vs. No. 8 play-in tournament game on Wednesday night, Los Angeles Lakers
The Philadelphia 76ers and the Los Angeles Lakers will enter the 2021 NBA Playoffs differently. With only two days’ worth of regular-season games left, teams like the Philadelphia 76ers and the Los Angeles Lakers are approaching the 2021 NBA Playoffs in a completely different manner. Philadelphia has clinched the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference. New head coach
Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports The Milwaukee Bucks haven’t been the regular-season juggernaut they were the past two years. But there are still more than enough reasons they could finally win it all. The past two seasons, the Milwaukee Bucks steamrolled the Eastern Conference — winning better than 70 percent of their games, holding down the
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – MAY 07: Dwight Howard #39 of the Philadelphia 76ers cheers before playing against the New Orleans Pelicans at Wells Fargo Center on May 07, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers. (Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports) Explaining the Stanley Cup playoff bracket: How do the NHL playoffs work? by Dave Stevenson Rasheed Wallace has identified the elephant in the room with the Los Angeles Lakers. Former NBA star Rasheed Wallace knows exactly what the Los Angeles Lakers need to win big in
There is a chance the Boston Celtics don’t even make the Eastern Conference Playoffs this year. After falling to the Miami Heat in the 2020 Eastern Conference Finals down in the Orlando bubble, the Boston Celtics are on the verge of missing out on the 2021 NBA Playoffs entirely. With four games left in the 2020-21 NBA regular
The Phoenix Suns may draw the short stick when it comes a potential first-round matchup. Even if this is the best season the Phoenix Suns have had in a decade, they are on the precipice of a potentially horrendous first-round matchup come playoff time. With the 2020-21 NBA regular season entering its final week, the Suns find themselves two
Anthony Davis, Los Angeles Lakers, Denver Nuggets. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images) The Los Angeles Lakers will to have to run the gauntlet in the postseason one way or another. Defending their NBA championship will be easier said than done for the Los Angeles Lakers. Injuries have really slowed down LeBron James and company this year. The
Daryl Morey, Philadelphia 76ers. (Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports) LeBron James still doesn’t sound sure about his injured ankle in postgame update by John Buhler Daryl Morey and LeBron James see the NBA’s play-in tournament differently. After Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James recently ripped the upcoming play-in tournament to shreds, Philadelphia 76ers president
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) This Julius Randle story about Kobe Bryant is going viral by John Buhler 76ers had to hide Allen Iverson’s jersey and shoes to keep him from playing hurt by Kristen Wong The Los Angeles Lakers have seen the NBA title odds increase after Jamal Murray’s
Jimmy Butler, Miami Heat, Dwight Howard, Los Angeles Lakers, (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images) Anthony Davis honors Kobe Bryant with ‘5 Rings’ Kobe 5 Protro (Photo) by Mike Luciano Brett Gardner robs Randy Arozarena of home run with sensational catch (Video) by Alicia de Artola Tempers were running hot in the first quarter of
Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat survived an epic Game 5 duel with LeBron and the Lakers. But there is still a long way to go. Game 5 was the stuff legends are built with. A three-point win. Seven leads changes in the final four minutes. Duncan Robinson, an undrafted second-year wing, pouring in 26
Twitter had a meltdown over the crazy finish to Game 5 of the 2020 NBA Finals. The 2020 NBA Finals heard you say they were boring, and they responded with a Game 5 for the ages. As the Miami Heat faced elimination Friday night, trailing 3-1 in the championship series, Jimmy Butler and Duncan Robinson
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA – OCTOBER 04: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images) Tampa Bay Rays troll Astros by destroying trash cans after ALDS win (Video) by Josh Hill With a chance to win the NBA Finals in five games, LeBron James opted to pass to Danny
Oct 9, 2020; Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) passes the ball against Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) during the fourth quarter in game five of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Down year opens the door for Oakland A’s to
Oct 11, 2020; Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo (right) is congratulated by forward Anthony Davis (left) after scoring against the Miami Heat during the second quarter in game six of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Tom Brady and Gronk attended the
The Lakers obliterated the Heat in Game 6 of the 2020 NBA Finals to win the title. The Miami Heat absorbed a punch from LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5 of the 2020 NBA Finals, taking it in stride and countering with one of their own, courtesy of Jimmy Butler. That
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers, Anthony Davis, (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Texans won’t back down from their Tom Petty Bill O’Brien spite win by John Buhler Both of the Lakers’ stars had a strong case but in the end, LeBron James, not Anthony Davis, is the 2020 NBA Finals MVP. Essentially everything about
The Los Angeles Lakers will be hungry for a championship repeat, but how wide open is their championship window in a resurgent Western Conference? The Lakers should bask in this title. The road to this one through the Bubble, the death of Kobe Bryant, and playing through extraordinary national turmoil challenged them more than nearly
After winning the 2020 NBA title, the Lakers are now measured against their champion predecessors. How do they stack up? The Los Angeles Lakers are the 2020 NBA Champions. Yet, in the immediate aftermath of their victory, one may wonder about how they compare to other recent squads who also hoisted the Larry O’Brien Trophy