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Paolo Banchero scores 27 points, Magic overcome Mitchell's 50 to beat Cavs 103-96 and force Game 7

Paolo Banchero scores 27 points, Magic overcome Mitchell's 50 to beat Cavs 103-96 and force Game 7

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Cavaliers C Jarrett Allen ruled out for Game 6 of first-round playoff series against Magic

Cavaliers C Jarrett Allen ruled out for Game 6 of first-round playoff series against Magic

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The Cleveland Cavaliers are playing Game 6 of their first-round NBA playoff series against the Orlando Magic without center Jarrett Allen, who is sitting out for the second straight game Friday night because of a bruised rib.
NBA conference semifinal preview capsules

NBA conference semifinal preview capsules

Preview capsules for the NBA’s conference semifinals: EASTERN CONFERENCE No. 2 NEW YORK KNICKS (50-32, 4-2) vs. No. 6 INDIANA PACERS (47-35, 4-2) Season series: Pacers, 2-1.
A look at the coaches who have led teams with LeBron James on the roster.

A look at the coaches who have led teams with LeBron James on the roster.

A look at the coaches who have led teams with LeBron James on the roster.
Pat Beverley's fan, reporter interactions in Indianapolis were not 'the Bucks way,' Doc Rivers says

Pat Beverley's fan, reporter interactions in Indianapolis were not 'the Bucks way,' Doc Rivers says

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Beverley indicated a video showing him throwing a ball at a spectator on Thursday was misleading but later added that “I have to be better.
Nuggets, Wolves meet in a Round 2 matchup pitting team builder Tim Connelly's twin masterpieces

Nuggets, Wolves meet in a Round 2 matchup pitting team builder Tim Connelly's twin masterpieces

DENVER (AP) — When Michael Porter Jr. watches the Minnesota Timberwolves, he sees a reflection of the Denver Nuggets from a year ago. Talent-laden. Unselfish. Agressive.
Antetokounmpo wondering how he can stay healthy after injuries have impacted his last 2 postseasons

Antetokounmpo wondering how he can stay healthy after injuries have impacted his last 2 postseasons

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo says he was only able to run at less than half speed as he tried to make it back for the Milwaukee Bucks’ final playoff games before their first-round exit.
The Lakers fire coach Darvin Ham after just 2 seasons in charge and 1st-round playoff exit

The Lakers fire coach Darvin Ham after just 2 seasons in charge and 1st-round playoff exit

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers fired coach Darvin Ham on Friday after just two seasons in charge.
Chet Holmgren and Lu Dort anchor elite Thunder defence heading into second round of NBA playoffs

Chet Holmgren and Lu Dort anchor elite Thunder defence heading into second round of NBA playoffs

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The young Oklahoma City Thunder finally are drawing national attention with a high-scoring offence led by MVP finalist Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Clemson all-ACC center PJ Hall is entering NBA draft

Clemson all-ACC center PJ Hall is entering NBA draft

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson all-Atlantic Coast Conference center PJ Hall is entering the NBA draft. Hall announced his decision on social media on Friday. The 6-foot-10 Hall led the Tigers with 18.3 points a game this season and in blocks with 51.