about 2 months ago

Joel Embiid Exits Game 5 vs. Celtics With Apparent Knee Injury

Embiid, who's scored 29 points in game 5 vs. Celtics, has left the court with a left knee injury. He rose to defend Jaylen Brown in the post and Brown mistakenly elbowed him in the knee while faking Embiid out. This is a tough blow for the 76ers in the third quarter in a close game 5 to stay alive.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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about 2 months ago

Karl-Anthony Towns Says Knicks Have to Be Ready for a Tough Game 6 vs. Hawks

KAT stated that the toughest kind of game is the one that ends a team's season, expecting strong resistance from the Hawks in game 6. "We've got to be super disciplined, we've got to execute at the highest level. We gotta be ready for a really tough game," Towns said, unwilling to underestimate the hawks' threat despite a 3-2 lead.

By Pranay Mukherjee

Tyrese Maxey “Proud” of Joel Embiid’s Dominant Display vs. Celtics in Game 5

about 2 months ago

Tyrese Maxey “Proud” of Joel Embiid’s Dominant Display vs. Celtics in Game 5

Maxey was proud of Embiid's dominant display vs. Celtics, with 33 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists. "Especially second half, he was extremely dominant and he did a really good job of inserting himself," Maxey said. Despite a knee injury scare during the third quarter, Embiid came back and helped the 76ers stay alive with a strong game 5 win.

By Pranay Mukherjee

NBA Playoffs Bracket Update (April 28th)

about 2 months ago

NBA Playoffs Bracket Update (April 28th)

Spurs have eliminated the Blazers with a gentleman sweep, winning Game 5 114-95 as De'Aaron Fox dropped 13 points in the fourth quarter. Philly won Game 5 to avoid elimination, forcing Game 6 in Philadelphia. Joel Embiid dropped 33 as Boston leads the series 3-2 Knicks blew out Atlanta, leading 3-2 with Jalen Brunson dropping a series high 39 points.

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Stephon Castle Lauds De’Aaron Fox’s Ability to Take Over After Series-Sealing 4th Quarter

Castle praised Fox for playing in the flow of the game and then closing out games on fire. "Having him with us, especially in close games, to have that stability from a vet guard like that is good," Castle said. Fox dropped 13 points in the 4th quarter of game 5 vs. Blazers, sealing the series with a clutch performance.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 2 months ago

Victor Wembanyama Explains Emotional Moment With Teammates After Series Win Over Blazers

Wembanyama had an emotional moment with his teammates after beating the Blazers to reach the second round. "It feels like a step passed, step 1 done. I'm personally happy to see things are moving forward in the right direction," Wemby said following the game 5 win. The Spurs have reached the second round for the first time since 2017.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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