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LaMelo Ball Sinks Game-Winning Layup as Hornets Survive Heat in Play-In Thriller

LaMelo Ball sank a clutch layup with just 4.7 seconds left on the clock, taking the 127-126 lead vs. Heat. Miami had no timeouts left and rushed to push the ball up the court. Davion Mitchell got a layup attempt, but Miles Bridges got a massive block to end the game. Charlotte will face the loser of Magic vs. 76ers.

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Devin Booker Dives Into Play-In Loss vs. Blazers, Says Suns Need to Be More Aggressive

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NBA Games Results (April 14th)

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Jimmy Butler Sets a Clear Goal for Upcoming 2026-27 NBA Season

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Bill Simmons Picks Kon Knueppel Over Cooper Flagg for Rookie of the Year

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Paul Pierce Had No Idea Who Deni Avdija Was Before This Season

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