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Quick Glance: Celtics Face Ridicule After Game 2 Loss to Heat Without Butler

The Miami Heat evened up their NBA playoff series with the Boston Celtics with a 111-101 win in Game 2.

Despite Miami's unusually strong performance from beyond the arc, Boston stayed within striking distance.

The Celtics need to step up, especially Kristaps Porziņģis, to be successful.

A win in Game 3 would be crucial for the Celtics to prove themselves as genuine contenders.

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Stephen Curry named NBA’s Clutch Player of the Year: Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry is the second recipient of the NBA Clutch Player of the Year Award ...

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Quick Glance: Warriors: Stephen Curry Named NBA Clutch Player of the Year

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry was named the NBA’s Clutch Player of the Year, receiving the award on Thursday on TNT.

Curry received 45 of 99 possible first-place votes and a total of 298 points, surpassing DeMar DeRozan and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Curry led the NBA this season with 189 points in 143 clutch minutes, showcasing impressive shooting percentages from the field, 3-point range, and free-throw line.

Despite missing the playoffs, Curry is analyzing the game and planning to come back stronger next season with the Warriors.

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The Athletic Apr 22

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Quick Glance: Dominance of Damian Lillard Leads Milwaukee Bucks to Victory over Pacers

In the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard led the Milwaukee Bucks to a convincing 109-94 victory over the Indiana Pacers.

Lillard scored a total of 35 points, with 19 points in the first quarter alone, giving the Bucks a comfortable 69-42 lead.

Although his scoring pace slowed down in the second half, Lillard secured the win and received praise from NBA fans for his performance.

The Milwaukee Bucks have now taken control of the series, even without Antetokounmpo, giving hope for a strong playoff run when he returns.

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NBA Playoff Overreactions: One Reckless Takeaway From Every Game 1 : Home teams are unbeatable. The Damian Lillard trade was worth it. LeBron James is stuck in a ...

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Jimmy Butler Likely Out Multiple Weeks With MCL Injury

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Doc Rivers Holds Film Session With Bucks' Veterans To Assess Struggles

Quick Glance: Bucks Maintain Belief Amid Losing Streak Challenges

Giannis Antetokounmpo reflects on the Bucks' morale after a loss.

Coach Doc Rivers initiates crucial film session and discussions with players.

Injuries impact Bucks' performance, with Middleton's absence being notable.

Despite ongoing struggles, Bucks' team leaders uphold positivity and faith in their championship potential.

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Celtics Announcer Calls Out Caleb Martin, Heat for ‘Shady’ Hit on Jayson Tatum : A late foul on Boston star Jayson Tatum sparked controversy on Sunday.

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Artūras Karnišovas stresses accountability and readiness for action.

Karnišovas acknowledges continuity failure and upcoming changes.

Potential changes may extend beyond the roster.

Karnišovas intends to be aggressive and shake up the team.

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Quick Glance: Bam Adebayo's Journey as Guardian of Heat Culture

Bam Adebayo has taken on the responsibility to continue the tradition of Miami Heat and is the new keeper of Heat Culture.

Heat Culture embodies maniacal intensity, unwavering accountability, and relentless toughness that have survived through generations since 1995.

Adebayo learned from Haslem and Wade, officially taking on the role of Heat captain to carry on the culture and traditions.

His leadership qualities shine through direct communication, personal bonding with teammates, and taking responsibility in challenging moments.

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Channeling ‘Friday Night Lights,’ Erik Spoelstra has Heat ready for anything: With or without Jimmy Butler, head coach Erik Spoelstra gives the Heat the best ...

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The playoff seedings in the Eastern and Western Conferences will be fiercely contested until the end of the regular season.

Key playoff and Play-In scenarios for the Heat, 76ers, Lakers, Suns, Kings, and Warriors.

The Kings' collapse against the Suns alters the West Play-In picture.

The Cavaliers secure homecourt advantage as the Timberwolves and Thunder battle for positions.

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Apr 20

Miami Heat, New Orleans Pelicans win play-in games to claim final two spots in NBA playoffs

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Nicolas Batum shows impact of role players in Sixers’ Play-In win over Heat: Few could have expected Nicolas Batum's heroics Wednesday night, but it was why the ...

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Quick Glance: Rudy Gobert Fined $100K for Inappropriate Gestures Toward Refs

Following Rudy Gobert's money gesture towards the referees in the fourth quarter and his public criticism of the officiating, the NBA imposed a $100,000 fine on the Minnesota Timberwolves center.

Gobert's actions on the court may have had more significant consequences than just the monetary penalty. His technical foul allowed Cavaliers guard Darius Garland to sink a crucial free throw, tying the score and leading the game into overtime.

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Knicks clinch No. 2 seed in overtime thriller: The NBA postseason is set after a final day of the season that saw many seeds change.

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Damian Lillard Rebukes Idea He's Unhappy With Bucks Ahead of Playoff Opener: A supremely odd season in Milwaukee is nearing a climax.

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Trail Blazers’ Dalano Banton on breakthrough after trade from Celtics: ‘I learned a lot’

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Apr 23

Assistant coach Steve Hetzel leaves Trail Blazers to join Brooklyn Nets coaching staff

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Apr 12

Trail Blazers fail to play spoiler in loss to Golden State Warriors: The Blazers looked like they had a chance to upset the Warriors for much of the game.

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Former NBA player Ben McLemore arraigned on 4 sex charges, including first-degree rape

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Apr 18

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Apr 25

Trail Blazers’ young forwards a ‘convoluted’ group without a clear future starter

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Apr 22

Why Jrue Holiday was the unsung hero of Celtics’ Game 1 win over Miami Heat: The veteran guard spent most of Sunday afternoon hounding Tyler Herro ...

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Apr 16

Bill Oram: 3 imperative questions the Portland Trail Blazers must answer this offseason

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Apr 17

Why Blazers fans should prepare for more losing — and be OK with it: Oregonian Sports Podcast

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The Athletic Apr 14

Knicks clinch No. 2 seed in overtime thriller: The NBA postseason is set after a final day of the season that saw many seeds change.

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Apr 20

Miami area medical marijuana producer creates strain for Heat legend Udonis Haslem

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Apr 18

Heat's Jimmy Butler Posts Message to 76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. After NBA Play-In Injury

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Apr 09

‘Respect me!’ Madonna stopped her show in Miami. So what made her so hot and bothered?

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Apr 17

NBA bans Toronto Raptors’ Jontay Porter for violating league’s gaming rules: The NBA has banned Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter from the league after an ...

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Quick Glance: Lifetime Ban as Warning to NBA Gamblers: Coach

Commissioner Adam Silver's firm stance on Raptors bench player Jontay Porter serves as a cautionary tale for potential NBA gamblers.

The NBA's decision to ban Jontay Porter due to his involvement in gambling did not come as a surprise to anyone in the league.

NBA bit players pose a gambling risk and were seen as an ideal example in this cautionary tale, as mentioned by an NBA coach.

Porter's limited significance as a player will lead to the story fading quickly, even though it may be referenced in relation to his brother Michael Porter Jr. and the Nuggets during the playoffs.

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NBA playoffs: Who made it? Bracket, seeds, matchups, play-in tournament schedule, TV

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What stood out in Bulls’ Play-In win over Hawks: Coby White shines as Atlanta lacks firepower to keep up

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Apr 18

Heat blows lead in loss to 76ers, now faces elimination game on Friday. Takeaways and details

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Apr 12

Trail Blazers’ Toumani Camara receives Maurice Lucas Award: The forward made his presence felt in the community during his rookie season.

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