The Milwaukee Bucks are facing a pivotal Game 6 against the Indiana Pacers in the first round of the NBA playoffs, but their chances of extending the series could hinge on the availability of their two biggest stars: Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard.
Antetokounmpo, the reigning NBA MVP, has been sidelined since early April due to a calf strain suffered during the regular season. Meanwhile, Lillard, the Bucks’ prized offseason acquisition, has missed the last two games with knee and Achilles injuries sustained in Game 3 of the series.
In a concerning turn of events during Game 4 of the highly-anticipated NBA playoff series between the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat, star center Kristaps Porzingis suffered a non-contact leg injury that could potentially have serious implications for the Celtics’ championship aspirations.
The incident occurred late in the second quarter, as Porzingis was dribbling the ball near the three-point line, guarded closely by Heat big man Bam Adebayo. Without any apparent contact, the 7-foot-3 Latvian suddenly came up limping, grimacing in visible pain, and headed straight to the locker room with his jersey covering his face, a concerning sight for Celtics fans.
The Minnesota Timberwolves continued their impressive playoff run, taking a commanding 3-0 series lead against the Phoenix Suns with a 98-89 victory in Game 3 on Friday night. The Timberwolves’ stifling defense was the key to their success, as they held the high-powered Suns offense to under 90 points for the first time in the series.
Minnesota came out of the gates firing on all cylinders, jumping out to an early double-digit lead in the first quarter.
The 2024 NBA Playoffs have provided plenty of drama and intrigue, with the opening round series between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Phoenix Suns emerging as one of the must-watch matchups. After grabbing a commanding 2-0 lead on the road, the Timberwolves return home with a chance to put a stranglehold on the series with a pivotal Game 3 victory.
Minnesota has looked like a team on a mission, dominating the first two games by an average of 18.
The New York Knicks are facing a good problem to have as Mitchell Robinson nears his return from injury - who should start at center between the athletic Robinson or the steady Isiah Hartenstein?
Robinson, the 24-year-old former second round pick, has been the Knicks’ starting center for the past four seasons. A lob threat, elite offensive rebounder and shot blocker, he seemed entrenched in the starting unit before suffering a stress fracture in December.
In the world of sports, records and statistics often take on a life of their own, sparking debates and drawing intense scrutiny from fans and analysts alike. One such record that has recently captured attention is Domantas Sabonis’ perfect 10-0 mark against fellow NBA star Anthony Davis. However, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is quick to dismiss this as a mere “coincidence.”
During the latest episode of his podcast, “The Draymond Green Show,” the outspoken veteran provided his perspective on the much-discussed head-to-head record between Sabonis and Davis.
The Washington Wizards’ frontcourt depth takes another hit as they prepare to host the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday night. Center Richaun Holmes has been ruled out due to a nagging left toe sprain, marking his second consecutive missed game. He’ll be joined on the sidelines by fellow big man Marvin Bagley III, who remains sidelined with a back injury.
With their top two options at the center position unavailable, the Wizards may be forced to get creative with their lineup and rotation.
