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Watch: Daniel Gafford stuffs PG-13

Gafford denied George at the rim early in the fourth quarter as part of a stunning defensive effort from Dallas. Long into the fourth quarter, the Mavericks held George and Kawhi Leonard to single-digit points, and Russell Westbrook to a single point.

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Watch: Rudy Gobert gets away with hilarious travel in Game 3 against Suns

Rudy Gobert managed to Eurostep past both the Suns and the NBA rulebook.

Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards has bold thoughts on his future

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 19 minutes ago

Watch: Russell Westbrook, P.J. Washington ejected after heated exchange

Los Angeles Clippers star Russell Westbrook did not have a great night in Game 3 of their first-round series against the Dallas Mavericks on Friday.

Mavericks star deals with knee injury during Game 3 vs. Clippers

Watch: Daniel Gafford stuffs PG-13

Nine-time NBA All-Star to re-sign with current club?

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Tyrese Haliburton hits game-winner as Pacers outlast Bucks

Tyrese Haliburton had 16 assists Friday night. At the game's biggest moment, he called his own number.

Watch: Khris Middleton's clutch efforts not enough vs. Pacers

Watch: Obi Toppin catches fire against Bucks

Bucks star returns to game after suffering concerning-looking injury

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 48 minutes ago

Watch: Khris Middleton's clutch efforts not enough vs. Pacers

Khris Middleton made big shot after big shot. His shots in the fourth quarter and overtime were close to giving Milwaukee a series lead.

Bucks star returns to game after suffering concerning-looking injury

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / 1 hour ago

Darvin Ham explains why he will not bench D’Angelo Russell

Los Angeles Lakers coach Darvin Ham is not planning to repeat his D’Angelo Russell tactic from last year’s playoffs.

Lakers running out of time to get revenge for Nuggets' trash talk

LeBron James as Lakers struggle: 'We're supposed to have anxiety'

When Aaron Gordon shines, Nuggets are (literally) unbeatable

LeBron James on where he ranks Nuggets among toughest opponents

Watch: D'Angelo Russell gets booed by Lakers fans in Game 3 loss

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Indiana Pacers News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Watch: Obi Toppin catches fire against Bucks

The Bucks didn’t want Pascal Siakam to torch them again. They weren’t ready for Obi Toppin. Toppin scored 11 points in his four first-quarter minutes of Game 3, making all five of his shots.

Milwaukee Bucks Bobby Portis Calls Out Indiana Pacers

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Lakers running out of time to get revenge for Nuggets' trash talk

Before the season, Anthony Davis said he "couldn't wait" to play Denver again after their trash talk. But having now lost 11 straight to the Nuggets, the Lakers are on the verge of being swept again.

LeBron James as Lakers struggle: 'We're supposed to have anxiety'

Nuggets crush Lakers after halftime again to take 3-0 series lead

LeBron James on where he ranks Nuggets among toughest opponents

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Michigan Wolverines News / Larry Brown Sports / 2 hours ago

Juwan Howard returning to NBA as Eastern Conference assistant

It did not take Juwan Howard very long to find his next job after being fired by Michigan. Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reported Friday that the former UM coach is returning to the NBA.

Nets GM Sean Marks discusses status of Ben Simmons

Nets' top free-agent priority revealed

Spanish guard with first-round upside declares for NBA Draft

DaRon Holmes, Zacharie Perrin among NBA Draft's latest early entrants

Kentucky reportedly expected to land former tourney hero in transfer portal

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / 20 minutes ago

Report: NBA, Amazon Prime Video nearing streaming-rights deal

The NBA has the framework of an agreement in place with Amazon Prime Video that will make the streaming giant one of the league’s primary homes beginning in 2025-26, reports Andrew Marchand of The Athletic.

Joel Embiid makes incredible NBA playoffs history

A 20-year LeBron James NBA Playoffs streak is over

Chet Holmgren joins elite company in playoff debut

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 3 hours ago

Pelicans' Zion Williamson could return during playoffs

Zion Williamson is currently dealing with a hamstring injury he sustained during the play-in tournament.

Former Knicks guard rips Joel Embiid for questionable play

DeMarcus Cousins says 76ers star needs to 'come down in weight'

After draft disappointment, Knicks star has found his NBA home

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / 14 minutes ago

DeMarcus Cousins: Joel Embiid needs to 'come down in weight'

DeMarcus Cousins says Joel Embiid needs to 'come down in weight'

Joel Embiid has consistently struggled with injuries and conditioning, and DeMarcus Cousins sees a solution.

Former Knicks guard calls out Joel Embiid for questionable play

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Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / 30 minutes ago

When Aaron Gordon shines, Nuggets are (literally) unbeatable

Jamal Murray might be the Robin to Nikola Jokic's Batman, but Aaron Gordon is the muscle of that operation.

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A 20-year LeBron James NBA Playoffs streak is over

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 6 minutes ago

Former Knicks guard calls out Joel Embiid for sketchy play

Former Knicks guard calls out Joel Embiid for questionable play

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid was brilliant in Thursday's Game 3 win over the New York Knicks, but he had one very regrettable moment.

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Sixers star’s big Game 3 performance came while fighting Bell’s palsy

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 11 hours ago

LeBron James: 'We're supposed to have anxiety'

LeBron James as Lakers struggle: 'We're supposed to have anxiety'

The Lakers are teetering on the edge of being swept by the Nuggets, and LeBron James had some key words after the latest loss.

Kyle Kuzma seemingly trolls Lakers following Game 3 loss

Watch: D'Angelo Russell gets booed by Lakers fans in Game 3 loss

Nuggets crush Lakers after halftime again to take 3-0 series lead

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / 59 minutes ago

Here are the NBA players eligible for rookie scale extensions in 2024

These NBA players will be eligible for rookie scale extensions this year.

LeBron James on where he ranks Nuggets among toughest opponents

Kyle Kuzma seemingly trolls Lakers following Game 3 loss

Magic end 13-year drought as Paolo Banchero makes history

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 24 minutes ago

LeBron James on where he ranks Nuggets among toughest opponents

James has run into juggernauts aplenty over the last 21 years of his career.

Nuggets crush Lakers after halftime again to take 3-0 series lead

Watch: D'Angelo Russell gets booed by Lakers fans in Game 3 loss

Kyle Kuzma seemingly trolls Lakers following Game 3 loss

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 24 minutes ago

After draft disappointment, Knicks' Josh Hart has found his NBA home

Things have worked out well for Josh Hart.

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Kyle Kuzma News / Yardbarker / 44 minutes ago

Kyle Kuzma seemingly trolls Lakers following Game 3 loss

The Lakers are just one loss away from being eliminated from the 2024 NBA playoffs.

Watch: D'Angelo Russell gets booed by Lakers fans in Game 3 loss

Nuggets crush Lakers after halftime again to take 3-0 series lead

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Orlando Magic News / Yardbarker / 12 minutes ago

Magic end 13-year drought, Banchero makes history

Magic end 13-year drought as Paolo Banchero makes history

The Magic had a blowout win over the Cavs on Thursday in Game 3 of their first-round series.

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Watch: Jalen Suggs throws it down in Game 3 of Magic-Cavs

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Joel Embiid makes incredible NBA playoffs history

A hobbled Embiid scored 50 points and helped the Sixers get a Game 3 win in their first-round series against the Knicks.

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D'Angelo Russell News / Yardbarker / 3 minutes ago

Watch: D'Angelo Russell gets booed by Lakers fans in Game 3 loss

The guard is struggling to make his presence felt against the Nuggets in the first-round series.

Nuggets crush Lakers after halftime again to take 3-0 series lead

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 3 hours ago

Joel Embiid's career high keeps 76ers alive in series vs. Knicks

Down 2-0, Joel Embiid insisted his 76ers were still winning their series against the Knicks. He backed it up in Game 3.

Knicks center exits with sprained ankle in Game 3 loss

Tom Thibodeau throws major shade at referees after Knicks’ Game 3 loss

Magic crush Cavs to halve series deficit

Nuggets crush Lakers after halftime again to take 3-0 series lead

Three stars from Thursday's games: Reigning MVP returns to dominance

NBA News / Yardbarker / 8 hours ago

Bam Adebayo urges Heat to embrace 'cage fight' vs. Celtics

The Celtics boast arguably the most talented roster in the NBA. They're clear favorites to come out of the Eastern Conference. However, the Heat have consistently found ways to gain an edge against their rivals.

Jimmy Butler trolls Celtics after win

Celtics HC's legacy on the line vs. Heat

Chet Holmgren passes Kevin Durant as Thunder's best rookie ever

Nine-time NBA All-Star to re-sign with his current team?

Warriors star Stephen Curry named NBA's Clutch Player of the Year

NBA News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago