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#new-york-knicks

Knicks name Brunson as first captain in 6 years

Jalen Brunson named captain of the New York Knicks, first in six years.

76ers' Joel Embiid dominates Nets in first game in New York since heated Knicks playoff series

Joel Embiid remains resilient and successful despite facing hostility from New York fans during and after the playoffs.

A fan's guide to this season's What-Ifs

The New York Knicks had a magical feel during their playoff run despite facing injuries and adversity.

Playoff Game Thread: New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers, Game 7, May 19, 2024

The New York Knicks face the Indiana Pacers in a crucial Game Seven of the 2024 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Knicks 121, Pacers 91: "This team turned my 94-year-old grandma into a fan"

The New York Knicks are one win away from their first Eastern Conference finals appearance since 2000.

Playoff Game Thread: New York Knicks at Indiana Pacers, Game 3, May 10, 2024

The New York Knicks face the Indiana Pacers in Game Three of the 2024 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals, with Jalen Brunson potentially playing while injured.

Knicks name Brunson as first captain in 6 years

Jalen Brunson named captain of the New York Knicks, first in six years.

76ers' Joel Embiid dominates Nets in first game in New York since heated Knicks playoff series

Joel Embiid remains resilient and successful despite facing hostility from New York fans during and after the playoffs.

A fan's guide to this season's What-Ifs

The New York Knicks had a magical feel during their playoff run despite facing injuries and adversity.

Playoff Game Thread: New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers, Game 7, May 19, 2024

The New York Knicks face the Indiana Pacers in a crucial Game Seven of the 2024 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Knicks 121, Pacers 91: "This team turned my 94-year-old grandma into a fan"

The New York Knicks are one win away from their first Eastern Conference finals appearance since 2000.

Playoff Game Thread: New York Knicks at Indiana Pacers, Game 3, May 10, 2024

The New York Knicks face the Indiana Pacers in Game Three of the 2024 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals, with Jalen Brunson potentially playing while injured.
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#injuries

Knicks Game 7 preview: It's do-or-die time at the Garden

Knicks facing Pacers in Game 7 at Madison Square Garden, hoping to make history by advancing to Eastern Conference Finals after almost 30 years.

The Philadelphia 76ers Have a Golden Opportunity This Summer

The importance of good health and quality depth in maximizing a team's potential.

Luke Kornet sustained a left wrist injury in Game 2 of the ECF

Boston Celtics lead 2-0 in Eastern Conference Finals; facing center injuries.

The future remains bright for Knicks, though pain of season-ending Game 7 loss lingers | amNewYork

Injuries and exceptional shooting performance led to Knicks' Game 7 loss.

Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell is questionable with a calf strain for Game 4 against the Celtics

Donovan Mitchell is questionable for Game 4 after straining his left calf, adding to previous knee issues, impacting the Cavs' playoff performance.

ESPN insider says it's crucial for Jimmy Butler to have a big year

Jimmy Butler's injury significantly impacted the Miami Heat's 2023-24 season, leading to early playoff elimination.

Knicks Game 7 preview: It's do-or-die time at the Garden

Knicks facing Pacers in Game 7 at Madison Square Garden, hoping to make history by advancing to Eastern Conference Finals after almost 30 years.

The Philadelphia 76ers Have a Golden Opportunity This Summer

The importance of good health and quality depth in maximizing a team's potential.

Luke Kornet sustained a left wrist injury in Game 2 of the ECF

Boston Celtics lead 2-0 in Eastern Conference Finals; facing center injuries.

The future remains bright for Knicks, though pain of season-ending Game 7 loss lingers | amNewYork

Injuries and exceptional shooting performance led to Knicks' Game 7 loss.

Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell is questionable with a calf strain for Game 4 against the Celtics

Donovan Mitchell is questionable for Game 4 after straining his left calf, adding to previous knee issues, impacting the Cavs' playoff performance.

ESPN insider says it's crucial for Jimmy Butler to have a big year

Jimmy Butler's injury significantly impacted the Miami Heat's 2023-24 season, leading to early playoff elimination.
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#eastern-conference-finals

Luka Calls Game on the T-Wolves, Adjustments for Ant Man and Can the Pacers Win a Game in the ECF?

Deep dive analysis on Luka Doncic's game-winner and playoff scenarios.

The Blistering Arrival of the Indiana Pacers

Unexpected success of the Pacers and Haliburton in Eastern Conference finals.

Celtics fend off Cavs, return to conference finals

Boston Celtics advance to the Eastern Conference finals for the third straight season.

Jayson Tatum Hyped By NBA Fans for Clutch OT as Celtics Beat Haliburton, Pacers in G1

The Boston Celtics, despite being the No. 1 seed playing at home, managed to steal a win in the Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers in Game 1.

'They're not going anywhere': Kendrick Perkins revealed his Celtics-Pacers prediction

Indiana Pacers could challenge Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals despite being the underdog.

Report: Kristaps Porzingis will likely miss beginning of ECF, could return later in series

Kristaps Porzingis unlikely to play Games 1 and 2 of Eastern Conference Finals due to injury.

Luka Calls Game on the T-Wolves, Adjustments for Ant Man and Can the Pacers Win a Game in the ECF?

Deep dive analysis on Luka Doncic's game-winner and playoff scenarios.

The Blistering Arrival of the Indiana Pacers

Unexpected success of the Pacers and Haliburton in Eastern Conference finals.

Celtics fend off Cavs, return to conference finals

Boston Celtics advance to the Eastern Conference finals for the third straight season.

Jayson Tatum Hyped By NBA Fans for Clutch OT as Celtics Beat Haliburton, Pacers in G1

The Boston Celtics, despite being the No. 1 seed playing at home, managed to steal a win in the Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers in Game 1.

'They're not going anywhere': Kendrick Perkins revealed his Celtics-Pacers prediction

Indiana Pacers could challenge Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals despite being the underdog.

Report: Kristaps Porzingis will likely miss beginning of ECF, could return later in series

Kristaps Porzingis unlikely to play Games 1 and 2 of Eastern Conference Finals due to injury.
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#los-angeles-lakers

What the Lakers can learn from the Dallas Mavericks about roster building

Teams like the Dallas Mavericks showcase how quick roster changes can lead to deep playoff runs, offering potential lessons for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Improvement in various areas is crucial for the Lakers to become championship contenders, as demonstrated by successful teams like the Mavericks.

Column: LeBron James' golden Olympics wasted on tarnished Lakers

LeBron James' accomplishments overshadow the Lakers' inability to leverage his talent for a championship run, indicating a potential monumental failure for the franchise.

What the Lakers can learn from the Dallas Mavericks about roster building

Teams like the Dallas Mavericks showcase how quick roster changes can lead to deep playoff runs, offering potential lessons for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Improvement in various areas is crucial for the Lakers to become championship contenders, as demonstrated by successful teams like the Mavericks.

Column: LeBron James' golden Olympics wasted on tarnished Lakers

LeBron James' accomplishments overshadow the Lakers' inability to leverage his talent for a championship run, indicating a potential monumental failure for the franchise.
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Kentavious Caldwell-Pope roasts Clippers for how they 's--- the bed' in the NBA bubble

One of the few unifying moments in recent NBA history was the Clippers' playoff implosion in The Bubble in 2020.
#boston-celtics

Holiday caps Celtics' furious rally to take Game 3

Jrue Holiday's heroic performance leads Celtics to victory over Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals.

Draymond Green defends Celtics amid claims they had easier path to NBA Finals

Celtics faced criticism for their easy playoff path despite their strong record.

Kevin Garnett believes it's the Celtics' 'time' to win a title, doesn't think they need to breakup core if they lose

Patience is key with experienced Celtics' duo Tatum and Brown for potential championship win.

Celtics' Jaylen Brown: Some Pacers Players 'Turned Into F--king Michael Jordan' in G3

Jaylen Brown impressed with Indiana Pacers' performance.
Boston Celtics stage a remarkable comeback.

Why This Year's Playoffs Are More Fun, Giving the Celtics Their Flowers, and Previewing Timberwolves-Mavs Game 2

Discussion on exciting NBA playoff moments and concerns for certain teams.

'Hang it in the [expletive] Louvre': What Celtics players said of Jayson Tatum's behind-the-back pass in Game 3 win vs. Pacers

Jayson Tatum's behind-the-back pass to Al Horford was a crucial play leading to the Celtics' comeback victory.

Holiday caps Celtics' furious rally to take Game 3

Jrue Holiday's heroic performance leads Celtics to victory over Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals.

Draymond Green defends Celtics amid claims they had easier path to NBA Finals

Celtics faced criticism for their easy playoff path despite their strong record.

Kevin Garnett believes it's the Celtics' 'time' to win a title, doesn't think they need to breakup core if they lose

Patience is key with experienced Celtics' duo Tatum and Brown for potential championship win.

Celtics' Jaylen Brown: Some Pacers Players 'Turned Into F--king Michael Jordan' in G3

Jaylen Brown impressed with Indiana Pacers' performance.
Boston Celtics stage a remarkable comeback.

Why This Year's Playoffs Are More Fun, Giving the Celtics Their Flowers, and Previewing Timberwolves-Mavs Game 2

Discussion on exciting NBA playoff moments and concerns for certain teams.

'Hang it in the [expletive] Louvre': What Celtics players said of Jayson Tatum's behind-the-back pass in Game 3 win vs. Pacers

Jayson Tatum's behind-the-back pass to Al Horford was a crucial play leading to the Celtics' comeback victory.
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#sports-analysis

T-Wolves Force a Game 5, and Can the Braves Rally Without Acuna?

Discussing NBA Playoffs, MLB Win Totals, and Best Bets for the Weekend

Knicks and Nuggets Take Control, Thunder-Mavs Game 5 Preview, and PGA Championship Picks

Analysis of betting opportunities in Mavericks-Thunder Game 5, PGA Championship picks, and Celtics futures assessment.
Reactions to Knicks' and Nuggets' dominant wins in Game 5.
Preview of PGA Championship and Rangers-Hurricanes series with betting insights.

T-Wolves Force a Game 5, and Can the Braves Rally Without Acuna?

Discussing NBA Playoffs, MLB Win Totals, and Best Bets for the Weekend

Knicks and Nuggets Take Control, Thunder-Mavs Game 5 Preview, and PGA Championship Picks

Analysis of betting opportunities in Mavericks-Thunder Game 5, PGA Championship picks, and Celtics futures assessment.
Reactions to Knicks' and Nuggets' dominant wins in Game 5.
Preview of PGA Championship and Rangers-Hurricanes series with betting insights.
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#game-winning-shot

A year after he saved the Celtics' season, Derrick White catapults them into the NBA Finals

Derrick White's clutch 3-pointer helped Celtics secure series sweep over Indiana.

Celtics' Jaylen Brown Wins 2024 Eastern Conference Finals MVP After Sweep vs. Pacers

Jaylen Brown named series MVP in competitive sweep of Indiana Pacers.

A year after he saved the Celtics' season, Derrick White catapults them into the NBA Finals

Derrick White's clutch 3-pointer helped Celtics secure series sweep over Indiana.

Celtics' Jaylen Brown Wins 2024 Eastern Conference Finals MVP After Sweep vs. Pacers

Jaylen Brown named series MVP in competitive sweep of Indiana Pacers.
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Did Browns WR Amari Cooper really compare Cowboys QB Dak Prescott to Kirk Cousins?

NBA playoffs attract a star-studded crowd, featuring celebrities and athletes, creating an electric atmosphere beyond the on-court action.
#luka-doncic

NBA finals: Doncic, Irving give Mavs 3-0 series lead over Timberwolves

The Dallas Mavericks are one win away from their first NBA finals since 2011.

Doncic's triple-double puts Mavs 1 win from WCF

Luka Doncic's triple-double leads Mavericks to a 3-2 lead in playoff series.

NBA playoffs: Stars shine for Celtics, Mavericks in Game 3 victories

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led Celtics' comeback win with 61 points, while Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic helped Mavericks secure a victory.

Luka questionable for Game 3 due to knee, ankle

Luka Doncic is questionable for Game 3 due to a knee sprain and ankle soreness.

NBA finals: Doncic, Irving give Mavs 3-0 series lead over Timberwolves

The Dallas Mavericks are one win away from their first NBA finals since 2011.

Doncic's triple-double puts Mavs 1 win from WCF

Luka Doncic's triple-double leads Mavericks to a 3-2 lead in playoff series.

NBA playoffs: Stars shine for Celtics, Mavericks in Game 3 victories

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led Celtics' comeback win with 61 points, while Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic helped Mavericks secure a victory.

Luka questionable for Game 3 due to knee, ankle

Luka Doncic is questionable for Game 3 due to a knee sprain and ankle soreness.
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'We are going after them.' Rick Carlisle was livid after Game 3 loss to Celtics, but he's not giving up yet

The Pacers are in a challenging position down 3-0 to the Celtics, but are determined to fight back with their best effort.
#celtics

Where does the Celtics' Game 3 win rank among Jayson Tatum's best playoff performances?

Tatum's outstanding performance in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Pacers will be remembered as one of his best playoff games.

Joe Mazzulla: Kristaps Porzingis in a 'great place,' but won't share possible return date

Kristaps Porzingis's status for Eastern Conference finals in question; Celtics coach remains optimistic about his recovery.

The Celtics Way Bests Nembsanity

Recap of Celtics' win over Pacers and Mavericks lead over Timberwolves.

NBA playoffs: No. 1 seed Celtics, Thunder are in different places heading into Game 5s

The Celtics lead the series 3-1 and have a chance to advance to their third consecutive conference final.

Jayson Tatum pushes back on narrative that Celtics are a 'super team' after Game 2 loss

Jayson Tatum refutes Celtics being a 'super team' despite strong regular season performance.

Bet365 bonus code AMNYXLM: $150 NBA bonus or $1K safety net for any game | amNewYork

New customers can choose from a $150 bonus or $1K safety net using bet365 bonus code AMNYXLM for NBA Playoffs.

Where does the Celtics' Game 3 win rank among Jayson Tatum's best playoff performances?

Tatum's outstanding performance in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Pacers will be remembered as one of his best playoff games.

Joe Mazzulla: Kristaps Porzingis in a 'great place,' but won't share possible return date

Kristaps Porzingis's status for Eastern Conference finals in question; Celtics coach remains optimistic about his recovery.

The Celtics Way Bests Nembsanity

Recap of Celtics' win over Pacers and Mavericks lead over Timberwolves.

NBA playoffs: No. 1 seed Celtics, Thunder are in different places heading into Game 5s

The Celtics lead the series 3-1 and have a chance to advance to their third consecutive conference final.

Jayson Tatum pushes back on narrative that Celtics are a 'super team' after Game 2 loss

Jayson Tatum refutes Celtics being a 'super team' despite strong regular season performance.

Bet365 bonus code AMNYXLM: $150 NBA bonus or $1K safety net for any game | amNewYork

New customers can choose from a $150 bonus or $1K safety net using bet365 bonus code AMNYXLM for NBA Playoffs.
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#indiana-pacers

Haliburton unlikely to play Game 3, sources say

Tyrese Haliburton unlikely to play in Game 3 due to left hamstring injury.

Pacers are back in the Eastern Conference finals, and don't tell them they can't win playing fast

Indiana Pacers play fast-paced basketball, challenging the belief that playoffs require slow play.

Haliburton unlikely to play Game 3, sources say

Tyrese Haliburton unlikely to play in Game 3 due to left hamstring injury.

Pacers are back in the Eastern Conference finals, and don't tell them they can't win playing fast

Indiana Pacers play fast-paced basketball, challenging the belief that playoffs require slow play.
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A Tatum-Brown Convo, Indy in Trouble, and the Best Defenses Ever With Rob Mahoney, Chris Ryan, and Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas

In-depth analysis of Celtics vs. Pacers series and other NBA matchups.
Insights on the firing of J.B. Bickerstaff and the NBA coaching carousel.
Discussion with Isiah Thomas on Kyrie Irving, defensive teams, and Mavericks-Timberwolves matchup.

NBA playoffs 2024: Favorite picks, props for Celtics-Pacers, Wolves-Mavericks

Experts suggest Pacers +2.5 games, over 5.5 games in series, and Pacers to win the series for NBA playoffs betting.
#rudy-gobert

DIMES: Defending Jokic: is Draymond Green right about Rudy Gobert?

Nikola Jokic remains unstoppable, poses challenges to top defenders like Rudy Gobert and Draymond Green.

The Four Biggest X Factors of the 2024 NBA Conference Finals

The impact of Rudy Gobert on the Minnesota Timberwolves' success in the playoffs is significant.

DIMES: Defending Jokic: is Draymond Green right about Rudy Gobert?

Nikola Jokic remains unstoppable, poses challenges to top defenders like Rudy Gobert and Draymond Green.

The Four Biggest X Factors of the 2024 NBA Conference Finals

The impact of Rudy Gobert on the Minnesota Timberwolves' success in the playoffs is significant.
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How the 2024 conference finalists mirror past NBA champions

History helps contextualize the present by comparing current NBA teams to past champions.

Early Knicks Offseason Preview: Free Agents & Contracts

The Knicks faced a commendable defeat in the playoffs amidst challenges with injuries and problems.
#washington-wizards

Porzingis and Gafford make NBA conference finals with their new teams

Players traded away by the Washington Wizards have played significant roles in their current teams' success in the NBA Conference Finals.

Poll: Are you rooting for playoff teams with former Wizards players?

Fans are eagerly waiting for updates on the Washington Wizards' head coach and upcoming prospects.

Porzingis and Gafford make NBA conference finals with their new teams

Players traded away by the Washington Wizards have played significant roles in their current teams' success in the NBA Conference Finals.

Poll: Are you rooting for playoff teams with former Wizards players?

Fans are eagerly waiting for updates on the Washington Wizards' head coach and upcoming prospects.
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#performance-evaluation

NBA Second-Round Reset: Predictions, Personal MVPs, and Biggest Questions

The 2024 NBA playoffs second round is intense with several tied series.

Edwards, Gilgeous-Alexander, ???: We ranked the top 12 players from the second round of the NBA playoffs

The article ranks the top players of the NBA playoffs using a mixture of statistics to measure their overall performance.

NBA Second-Round Reset: Predictions, Personal MVPs, and Biggest Questions

The 2024 NBA playoffs second round is intense with several tied series.

Edwards, Gilgeous-Alexander, ???: We ranked the top 12 players from the second round of the NBA playoffs

The article ranks the top players of the NBA playoffs using a mixture of statistics to measure their overall performance.
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#player-performance

2024 NBA playoffs: Tracking the best poster from each series

A poster jam dunk can drastically change the game during the NBA playoffs.

The 2024 NBA Conference Finals Entrance Survey

Anthony Edwards shines with his exceptional performance and impact, impressing in the playoffs.

2024 NBA playoffs: Tracking the best poster from each series

A poster jam dunk can drastically change the game during the NBA playoffs.

The 2024 NBA Conference Finals Entrance Survey

Anthony Edwards shines with his exceptional performance and impact, impressing in the playoffs.
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Knicks Eliminated From the Playoffs, Yankees Sweep White Sox, and What Happened to Edwin Diaz?

The Knicks were eliminated from the NBA playoffs, the Mets face bullpen questions despite a recent win, the Yankees are performing strongly in the AL.

Knicks Running Out of Gas? Plus, Predictions for the Must-See T-Wolves Vs. Nuggets Game 7.

Discussing impressive playoff performances, predictions for Game 7 outcomes, and previews of Game 7 matchups.
#knicks

Friday NBA Best Bets, Sharp Tank, and Kevin Harlan Joins

The perfect playoff series between the Knicks and Pacers is discussed.

Pacers 116, Knicks 103: "Eastern Conference Finals."

Every loss makes victories sweeter in the future.

Friday NBA Best Bets, Sharp Tank, and Kevin Harlan Joins

The perfect playoff series between the Knicks and Pacers is discussed.

Pacers 116, Knicks 103: "Eastern Conference Finals."

Every loss makes victories sweeter in the future.
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Postseason MVP? Best matchup vs. Celtics? The NBA playoffs' biggest questions

Plenty at stake in NBA playoffs with Game 7s approaching.

GameStop Goes Card Wild, Non-Sports, and NBA Playoffs With Mojobreak

GameStop ventures into card business with potential industry impact.

OKC's Gritty Win in Dallas, Celtics Go Up 3-1, Game 5 Previews, and Draft Lottery Reaction.

Discussions on NBA playoff games, player performances, and NBA Draft Lottery results.

NBA playoffs 2024: Conference semifinals news, schedule, scores and highlights

NBA Playoffs underway with conference semifinals, best-of-7 series format.

The Nuggets Are Back. How Will the T-Wolves Respond? Plus, the Pacers' Impressive Game 3 Performance and Saturday Preview.

Analyzing NBA playoff games with insights on specific team performances and previews for upcoming games.

Letters to Sports: Lakers need to clean house after playoff exit?

LeBron James deserves credit for Lakers competitiveness despite coaching issues.
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