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Heat find their dream scenario vs. Celtics in East finals, as higher-seeded underdog

MIAMI — This is exactly what the Miami Heat wanted, the very type of thing that brought a smile to the face of forward Jimmy Butler after Monday’s practice at FTX Arena.

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Spencer Dinwiddie has forgiven Stephen A. Smith for criticizing the Mavs

When the Mavericks originally traded for Kristaps Porzingis, many people thought that pairing him with Luka Doncic would make them unstoppable.

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Kyle Lowry not practicing yet with Heat

Nick Friedell: Spoelstra said Kyle Lowry didn't practice today. It remains to be seen what his availability will be for this Celtics series. Source: Twitter @NickFriedell What's the buzz on Twitter? Nick Friedell @ NickFriedell Spoelstra said Kyle ...

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Jaylen Brown explains why the Miami Heat are such challenging opponents

Jaylen Brown shared his excitement for the upcoming Eastern Conference Finals match-up between the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics.

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Can James Harden still be an elite scorer? Or is the Sixer now just a facilitator? Daryl Morey won’t say

PHILADELPHIA — Daryl Morey used the word “unlocked” a couple of times when referring to 76ers point guard James Harden.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Heat to face Celtics in Eastern Conference finals after Boston routs defending champion Bucks

The Miami Heat finally know who stands between them and a trip to the NBA Finals.

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This You Gotta See: Crying in baseball? There will be at Fergie Jenkins’ statue ceremony

Hall of Famer Jenkins will be honored — with an unusual twist — outside Wrigley Field before Friday’s Cubs-Diamondbacks game.

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Kyle Lowry does not practice, status for Game 1 of East Finals unclear

Nick Friedell: Spoelstra said Kyle Lowry (hamstring) did not practice today. His status for the upcoming series remains unclear. Source: Twitter @NickFriedell What's the buzz on Twitter? Nick Friedell @ NickFriedell Spoelstra said Kyle Lowry ...

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Ira Winderman: Heat’s Udonis Haslem getting NHL playoff chills from Panthers

These have been tense times for Udonis Haslem, sweating out these playoffs, stakes raised, clock ticking.

Tribune News Service

A look at the important playoff lessons that Heat’s Adebayo, Herro learned in second round

The NBA playoffs will force teams and players to adjust from series to series and game to game. Just ask Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro.

Miami Herald

Mike Sielski: The Sixers did the worst thing you can do to Philly sports fans. They gave them false hope.

The most toxic commodity in Philadelphia sports is unfulfilled hope. The 76ers of this era have delivered little more than that. It’s no stretch to say that the collective reaction around here to the Sixers’ 99-90 loss Thursday night and their six-game, second-round flameout to the Heat goes beyond mere…

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Dave Hyde: Heat’s undrafted players outplayed 76ers' pedigree — sports at its best

There was a moment in the second half of this signature Miami Heat night, this beautiful Thursday night, when the television camera swung to a seated Pat Riley, who arched his neck and lifted his chin and offered the angular idea of an eagle surveying his constructed world.

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David Murphy: Joel Embiid says the Sixers need tougher players like P.J. Tucker. They also need more of it from James Harden.

PHILADELPHIA — What now?

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Stefan Bondy: The NBA’s superstar team-building model is falling apart

NEW YORK — The template had been established, and proven worthy of application in the NBA, for as long as we can remember. Acquire as many superstars as possible and the rest will fall into place. Coaching and filling out the roster are tertiary.

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Sixers’ Danny Green suffered ACL and LCL tears when Joel Embiid fell on his knee in Game 6

PHILADELPHIA — Danny Green was in good spirits on Friday, one day after the 76ers swingman suffered ACL and LCL tears in left knee in the opening minutes of a Game 6 loss to the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

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Joel Embiid refuses to dwell on postseason injuries, but admits the Sixers must get tougher after another second-round exit

PHILADELPHIA — Joel Embiid wrapped close friend Jimmy Butler into a hug near the 76ers’ bench before walking off the court late Thursday, the physical representation of one All-Star and his team moving on to the Eastern Conference finals and the other again falling short of the ultimate goal.

Sports Illustrated

76ers’ Daryl Morey Gives Definitive Answer on Doc Rivers’s Job Status

Philadelphia’s president says Rivers will return as head coach.

Sports Illustrated

Magic Johnson Critical of James Harden After 76ers Loss

The five-time NBA champion says the Philadelphia star has to be better in performances with the season on the line.

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Sports Illustrated

Jimmy Butler Has Perfect Reaction to Eliminating 76ers

The Heat star had a question for Philadelphia following Game 6.

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Jimmy Butler is Having the Postseason of His Life. Can He Keep it Up?

It’s hard to overstate how good the Heat star has been during these playoffs.

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Joel Embiid: ‘Everybody expected the Houston James Harden, but that’s not who he is anymore’

Michael Scotto: Joel Embiid on James Harden: "Obviously, I'm sure since we got him, everybody expected the Houston James Harden, but that's not who he is anymore. He's more of a playmaker. I thought, at times, as with all of us, could've been more ...

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‘It’s only going to make me better:’ Hawks’ Trae Young on series vs. Heat

ATLANTA —Trae Young normally takes one month off at the start of each offseason to recharge and regroup.

Sports Illustrated

Heat Eliminate 76ers Thanks to Swarming Defensive Effort

Miami is moving on to the conference finals after stifling Philadelphia in a convincing Game 6 victory.

Miami Herald

Greg Cote: Jimmy Butler and defense rise again as Heat eliminate 76ers, advance to Eastern finals

The Philadelphia 76ers were desperate and home Thursday night, must-win in the literal sense, the great James Harden in hero mode and wounded superstar Joel Embiid in a black mask. He’d said “What do I have to do?” this week when passed over, again, for the NBA’s MVP award.

Sports Illustrated

Harden Has Disastrous Second Half In 76ers’ Loss to Heat

The 10-time All-Star only attempted two shots in the second half and didn’t score any points.

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