about 2 months ago

Jaden McDaniels Turned Denver Series Into His Playoff Breakout

McDaniels called Minnesota’s Game 6 win and first-round upset “the best series, best game I’ve ever played,” backing up Edwards’ viral “we got Jaden McDaniels” line. He credited young teammates for staying ready and praised Gobert as “the toughest person” he has seen guard Jokic, before saying the Wolves can beat anybody if they stay together.

By Raahib Singh

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about 2 months ago

RJ Barrett’s Game-Winner Reminded Donovan Mitchell of Kawhi Leonard’s Famed Shot vs. 76ers

Barrett's game-winner didn't remind Mitchell of Haliburton's almost-identical shot vs. Knicks in the 2025 ECF. Instead, he recalled Kawhi's iconic game-winning buzzer beater vs. 76ers in 2019. Mitchell has a calm mindset about the stunning shot and is looking forward. "You know it happens, so now we got to protect home court," Mitchell said in reaction to Barrett's shot.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 2 months ago

RJ Barrett Is Willing to “Live and Die” on Game-Winning Shot He Took vs. Cavs

Barrett believes in trusting his work, something he's told the young guys to do as well. That is why he found it easy to take the game-winner vs. Cavs, having worked on similar shots just that morning. "I'm willing to live and die on me taking that shot," Barrett said, not caring if he misses as well.

By Pranay Mukherjee

Lakers Beat Rockets 4–2 as LeBron James Leads Game 6 Win

about 2 months ago

Lakers Beat Rockets 4–2 as LeBron James Leads Game 6 Win

LeBron did it all in the Lakers' win vs. Rockets, dropping 28 points, 8 assists and 7 rebounds in the 98-78 win. He set the tone, creating a lot of the Lakers' early offense. Rui Hachimura was key as well dropping 21 points. Late in the game, Austin reaves hit some tough buckets as well, finishing with 15 points.

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NBA Playoffs Bracket Update (May 1st)

about 2 months ago

NBA Playoffs Bracket Update (May 1st)

The Pistons won a gritty comeback game 6 to even the series 3-3 and force game 7. Cade Cunningham came up clutch. RJ Barrett hit an incredible game-winner vs. Cavaliers in OT to force game 7 in their series as well. The Lakers blew out the Rockets 98-78 to win their series 4-2, with LeBron James leading the way.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 2 months ago

LeBron James Says Lakers Will Scout OKC Completely Before Western Conference Semifinals

Although he hasn't had a close look at the Thunder yet, LeBron gave his first opinion of the Lakers' upcoming opponents. "You have to protect the ball against those guys, they play physical handsy defense," LBJ said. He added that Shai Gilegeous-Alexander is the top guy, but all of their guys can contribute, stating the Lakers will scout them further.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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