The biggest Lakers concern in playoffs: Depth issues exposed early

The biggest Lakers concern in playoffs: Depth issues exposed early

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The Los Angeles Lakers tied their first-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves at 1-1 after winning Game 2 at Crypto.com Arena, 94-85. Austin Reaves led all players with 42:33 minutes on the court, followed by Luka Doncic with 42:09, LeBron James with 39:37, Dorian Finney-Smith with 38:39, and Rui Hachimura with 34:12.
Is Anthony Edwards Michael Jordan son? 5 things you need to know

Is Anthony Edwards Michael Jordan son? 5 things you need to know

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From LeBron's alleged hairline secrets to the "Kobe cloned himself" memes, basketball fans love a good conspiracy. But the latest one might just take the crown for the most entertaining – and eerily convincing – theory in recent memory: Is Anthony Edwards Michael Jordan's son?
D'Angelo Russell says Nikola Jokic should've won 5 MVP's by now

D'Angelo Russell says Nikola Jokic should've won 5 MVP's by now

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Brooklyn Nets guard D'Angelo Russell recently heaped praise on Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic for his stellar play this season. Speaking on The Backyard Podcast, Russell expressed strong admiration for Jokic, declaring that the Nuggets center should already have a handful of MVP trophies and is his clear pick to win the award this year.
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Boston Celtics guard named NBA Sixth Man of the Year

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Boston Celtics' explosive guard Payton Pritchard has been named the 2024–25 NBA Sixth Man of the Year. He becomes the fourth Celtic to win the award, joining Kevin McHale (1983–84 and 1984–85), Bill Walton (1985–86), and Malcolm Brogdon (2022–23).
NBA executive expresses optimism about working with EuroLeague on European expansion

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George Aivazoglou, Managing Director of the NBA in Europe and the Middle East, revealed more details about the NBA Europe project in an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport. Aivazoglou reaffirmed the project’s intention to involve football clubs in the basketball market, saying the competition will include a mix of existing clubs and newly formed ones.
Luka Doncic after Game 2 win: 'Going to Minnesota is going to be a war'

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The Los Angeles Lakers have tied the series in a crucial Game 2 win of the first round of the playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves, 94–85, on Tuesday. Luka Doncic led the Lakers to a win with another great performance, ending up one rebound shy of a triple-double with 31 points, 12 rebounds, and 9 assists.
Giannis stays focused after falling 0-2 to Pacers: 'I know the fu*king deal'

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The Milwaukee Bucks failed to even the series in their first-round playoff matchup, falling to the Indiana Pacers 123-115 in Game 2. Despite a dominant performance from Giannis Antetokounmpo, who posted 34 points and 18 rebounds, the Bucks now find themselves down 0-2 as the series shifts to Milwaukee.
JJ Redick breaks down physical Game 2 win and his fiery timeout vs. Minnesota

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The Los Angeles Lakers evened their first-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves with a gritty 94-85 win at home in Game 2, powered by Luka Doncic, who was just one assist shy of a triple-double, finishing with 31 points, 12 rebounds, and 9 assists.
Joe Dumars denies Zion Williamson trade mandate rumors

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Rumors have been swirling that recent front office changes within the New Orleans Pelicans organization could lead to further roster moves — potentially involving their star, Zion Williamson. However, newly appointed Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars quickly shut down speculation that he might push for a Williamson trade.
Joe Mazzulla gives one-word, nonchalant response to viral Tatum moment in Game 1

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Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla went viral after Game 1 of the first-round playoff series against the Orlando Magic for a fiery moment in which he screamed at Jayson Tatum to get up quickly following an apparent wrist injury.
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