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WARRIORS ASSEMBLE FOR FINALS

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4 years ago

July 3, 2019

OAKLAND – Golden State Warriors geared up for Finals after winning against Portland Trailblazers in 114-111 scores. May 16.
Stephen Curry led the victory with 37 points 8 assists, 8 rebounds. Klay Thompson and Draymond Green backed Curry with 24 points and 16 points respectively.
Trailblazers Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum matched Warriors with 23 and 22 points. Lillard supported the Portland with 10 Assists 5 rebounds while McCollum 5 assists and 3 rebounds.
Even if Kevin Durant is absent due to injury, Warriors\’ team players contributed to the victory specially Kevon Looney and Jordan Bell who gave 14 and 11 points each.
Unfortunately, Durant will not be able to join on Game 3 and 4 until his strained right calf is healed and if Warriors will make it to NBA finals.
The game started with Trailblazer\’s big leads in the early quarters with 17 points. However, Curry and Thompson combined three points on the later quarters closed the gaps that led them to victory.
\”Our experience really paid off for us tonight having a bunch of guys who just won\’t quit,\” said Draymond Green
Moreover, historic clash between Curry siblings got a spotlight on the said game. Seth Curry who added 16 points to Trailblazer plus one rebound and two assists made the game more intriguing as their parents are present to support them.
Meanwhile, Game 3 and 4 will be held on May 18 and 20 at Portland. Their fates will be decided after those game series.

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Boston avoids sweep, gets one in Miami in Game 4

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6 days ago

May 24, 2023

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Boston avoids sweep, gets one in Miami in Game 4

There will be no sweep in the Eastern Conference Finals as the Boston Celtics stole one in Miami in Game 4, 116-99.

Jayson Tatum delivered a huge game of 33 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists to power the Celtics to Game 5 back in Boston.

They relied on a strong second half to win one with five more Celtics players scoring in double-digits.

Meanwhile, Jimmy Butler scored 29 for the Heat who still hold a commanding 3-1 series lead.

Butler, though, felt no pressure in the post-game interview as he believed Miami can win one on the road to close out the East Finals and set up a showdown to the already-waiting Denver Nuggets.

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Denver sweeps Lakers, makes first NBA Finals appearance

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7 days ago

May 23, 2023

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Denver sweeps Lakers, makes first NBA Finals appearance

The Denver Nuggets finally reached their first NBA Finals appearance after holding off the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of the West Finals, 113-111.

Nikola Jokic muscled his way for the eventual game-winning bucket as LeBron James missed two potential game-tying shots at the other end.

The former two-time MVP finished with yet another triple-double of 30 points, 14 rebounds, and 13 assists to conquer James’ 40-piece performance.

Denver ends the cinderella run of LA via sweep and whil making history for its franchise as well.

Jamal Murray, who had been balling in the series, added 25 markers while Aaron Gordon delivered 22.

The Nuggets will now wait to the winner of the Miami-Boston series where the Heat are up 3-0.

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Heat continues to spread as Miami takes 3-0 lead over Boston

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1 week ago

May 22, 2023

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Heat continues to spread as Miami takes 3-0 lead over Boston

The wildfire Miami Heat have created continued to spread as they took care of business as home for a 128-102 win in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Gabe Vincent and Duncan Robinson, both undrafted, delivered a sensational performance with 29 points and 22 respectively to put Miami one game away from returning to the NBA finals.

Jimmy Butler only had 16 markers but the fire he ignited for the rest of his teammates were burning as the Heat scored 30+ points in all four quarters.

Jayson Tatum and Jalen Brown were shut down with only 14 and 12 points apiece.

Game 4 is on Wednesday, still in Miami.

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