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Dirk Nowitzki Has High Praise for Jalen Johnson, Believes Hawks Can Thrive in the Playoffs

"Jalen Johnson is basically a walking triple-double," Nowitzki said. "He's been incredible bringing the ball up." He believes in the Hawks' fast-paced offense, led by Johnson, and thinks it will be incredibly tough to guard. Nowitzki also praised their random offense, creating paths to the basket and open three-pointers. He likes their overall offensive look going into the playoffs.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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Anthony Edwards Confesses to Asking for Idol Kevin Durant’s Jersey After Win vs. Rockets

"I was telling him let me get his jersey," Edwards admitted. "I got a couple of them, I want another one though." There's never a things such as having too many KD jerseys for Edwards. Especially after going head-to-head with his idol and winning. Edwards scored 22 points and Durant 33 as the Timberwolves won 136-132 vs. Rockets.

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Lakers Lock Up 4th Seed and Home Court in the First Round of the Playoffs With Suns Win

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Lakers Lock Up 4th Seed and Home Court in the First Round of the Playoffs With Suns Win

With a huge 101-73 blowout win vs. Rockets, backed by LeBron James' 28-point, 12-assist performance, the Lakers have guaranteed themselves a top-4 seed in the playoffs. This, in turn, gives them home court advantage for the first round. It's a big safety net for the team, especially with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves' early playoff status still uncertain.

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JJ Redick Wants Fans to Appreciate Lakers’ Regular Season Irrespective of Playoff Outcome

Redick understands that the goal every season is to win a championship. But he doesn't want this teams achievements thus far to be ignored. "Let's not discredit what this group did for the regular season, regardless of what happens in the playoffs," Redick said. He highlighted the injuries, adjustments and loudness the Lakers have faced this entire season.

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about 2 months ago

JJ Redick Discusses the Offensive Burden LeBron James Faces Ahead

Redick acknowledged how LeBron will have to go all out for as long as Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are out, carrying the team on his back. "We're gonna need him to facilitate, we're gonna need him to score, we're gonna need him to defend and rebound," Redick said. He added that LeBron understands the role he needs to fill.

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about 2 months ago

LeBron James Discusses Tapping Back Into Number 1 Role Amid Lakers’ Injury Crisis

"I had to tap back into a role that I was accustomed to in the past but obviously wasn't what it was this year," LeBron admitted. He's averaged 28ppg, 12.7 apg and 7.7 rpg in 3 games since Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves were ruled out. He's just trying to make plays and stay focused while helping the Lakers win.

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