NBA Playoffs Bracket Updates (April 30th)

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NBA Playoffs Bracket Updates (April 30th)

The Knicks advanced past Atlanta by blowing them out 140-89 in Game 6. This is the Knicks' largest Playoff margin of victory, ever. 76ers forced a Game 7 with Maxey and PG combining for 53 points in a 106-93 Game 6 victory. Minnesota won Game 6 110-98 without Ant, Donte, and Ayo and will play the Spurs in the semis.

By Samir Mehdi

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Knicks’ 51-Point Closeout Turns Hawks Series Into a Statement

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Jamahl Mosley Compares Jalen Suggs' Physicality to Having Superpowers

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Jamahl Mosley Compares Jalen Suggs' Physicality to Having Superpowers

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Houston’s ‘Bad Vibes’ Talks Included Kevin Durant Burner Drama

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Houston’s ‘Bad Vibes’ Talks Included Kevin Durant Burner Drama

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Nuggets Could Trade Jamal Murray If Nikola Jokic Signs Extension

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Nuggets Could Trade Jamal Murray If Nikola Jokic Signs Extension

If Jokic signs his extension this summer, the Nuggets could have internal discussions about trading Murray, per Quick and Amick. The 29-year-old had the best regular season of his career but is owed $161 million over three years. "There is always robust market for elite scorers and playmakers," they wrote, noting every team in the league would be watching.

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