Stephen A. Smith: Mitch Johnson Nearly Got Victor Wembanyama Suspended

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Stephen A. Smith: Mitch Johnson Nearly Got Victor Wembanyama Suspended

“That ain’t the time to make that argument,” Stephen A. said after Johnson defended Wembanyama following his elbow ejection on Naz Reid. Smith argued Johnson’s comments about Wembanyama “protecting himself” could have pushed the league toward a harsher punishment, adding the Spurs star was “very lucky” he avoided a Game 5 suspension after the playoff incident.

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OKC Storms Back From Down 5, Leads At The Half Vs Lakers

The Lakers led after the first quarter 26-21. They then proceeded to go 0-9 from the field to start the second, not scoring a single point until James drained a FT at the 5:38 mark. Shai has scored 14 points to lead the way for OKC. LA did go on to score 19 points in the final 5:22.

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Cade Cunningham Complains About Unfair Officiating In Game 4

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OKC Beats Lakers 115-110 In Game 4, Advance To WCF

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OKC Beats Lakers 115-110 In Game 4, Advance To WCF

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JJ Redick On If He's Coached LeBron James For The Last Time

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NBA Playoffs Bracket Update (May 11th)

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NBA Playoffs Bracket Update (May 11th)

The Lakers got swept by OKC as they advance to the WCF, awaiting the winner of Wolves-Spurs. Lakers have won three Playoff series in 6 years. The Cavs fought back vs Detroit, tying the series up 2-2. Donovan Mitchell dropped 39 points in the second half (ties Sleepy Floyd for most points in a Playoff half) during the 112-103 win.

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