NBA Playoff Bracket Update (May 5th)

about 1 month ago

NBA Playoff Bracket Update (May 5th)

Detroit nearly blew an 18-point lead to the Cavaliers before winning Game 1 111-101. Cade had 23 points on 6-19 shooting from the field while Tobias Harris and Duncan Robinson combined for 39. The Lakers brought it within 6 in 3Q before ultimately giving up transition buckets and losing 108-90. Shai had 18 points while LeBron dropped 27 on 12-17.

By Samir Mehdi

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New York hosts Philadelphia at 7 PM ET after a 137-98 opener powered by Brunson’s 35 points, while Minnesota visits San Antonio at 9:30 PM after stealing Game 1, 104-102. Maxey said the Sixers “will be ready.” Anthony Edwards finished with 18 points, and Victor Wembanyama’s 11-15-12 line wasn’t enough, as both series hit early pressure points before shifting sites.

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