Rockets Expected to Field Second-Youngest Playoff Lineup Ever After Kevin Durant Injury

about 2 months ago

Rockets Expected to Field Second-Youngest Playoff Lineup Ever After Kevin Durant Injury

Shams Charania reports Rockets will use the second-youngest starting lineup in NBA playoff history. Reed Sheppard, Amen Thompson, Tari Eason, Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Sengun get the nod as the homegrown core with Houston trailing the Lakers 0-2 in the first round. Durant's injury absence has put them in a tough spot, with him being their most reliable scorer.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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Ime Udoka Tells Rockets Players to “Grow Up” After Shocking Game 3 OT Loss vs. Lakers

Udoka doesn't think his players can use youth as an excuse after losses anymore. They had a 6-point lead with 30 seconds on the clock and lost 112-108 in OT vs. Lakers. "Grow up, and you’re not that young anymore. You’ve been to the playoffs once," Udoka said. Mistakes and a lack of a true PG cost Houston the win.

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JJ Redick Praises LeBron James’ Effort Levels in Second Half and OT During Game 3 Win

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JJ Redick Praises LeBron James’ Effort Levels in Second Half and OT During Game 3 Win

Redick was confident that LeBron had enough in the tank to play OT, playing 45 minutes total at 41 years old. "I think defensively, both on the glass and just with our coverages and our exploitations, he was awesome," Redick said, referring to LBJ's efforts in the second half and OT. he was pleased by James' effort and drive.

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about 2 months ago

Marcus Smart Says Lakers’ Desperation Has Fuelled Their Winning Ways

"With two of our best players down we gotta play desperate," Smart said. "That's how we've been playing and that's how we winning." He stated that with that desperation, the Lakers' chemistry has improved and guys have grown in confidence. Smart, Rui Hachimura and Luke Kennard played key roles as LeBron James led the Lakers to a game 3 win.

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LeBron James Proud of Son Bronny’s Growth, Reflects on Sharing the Court in the Playoffs

LeBron is proud of Bronny's attention to detail while preparing, defensive mindset, and promise on the ball. "He's just getting better and better, it's like wow," LeBron said, praising his ability to step up, make a 3-pointer and then hit the alley-oop layup. He asserted Bronny will get confidence from postseason minutes, and it will make the regular season easier.

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about 2 months ago

Dylan Harper Catches Fire With 10-Point 4th Quarter, Helps Spurs Win vs. Blazers

Harper has almost single-handedly fuelled the Spurs' comeback with a career-high 27 points, 10 of which came in the 4th quarter. He dropped 22 points in the second half, helping San Antonio get a 120-108 win after being down by 15 at one point. Stephon Castle also had a crucial scoring game, dropping 33 points and 5 assists.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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