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On this date: Kobe Bryant’s first Sports Illustrated cover appearance

In April of 1998, late Lakers legend Kobe Bryant appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated for the first time while still a teenager.

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Jerami Grant at the top of the Blazers’ wish list

The Blazers' interest in trading at least one of those picks to acquire Detroit Pistons forward Jerami Grant has been one of the worst-kept secrets in NBA circles. "That was a big deal to them," said a Western Conference official. "The expectation ...

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WATCH: Jaren Jackson Jr. and Xavier Tillman address crowd after playoff win

Watch Jaren Jackson Jr. and Xavier Tillman's interview after their great performances in game two of the Western Conference first-round matchup

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Warriors’ Steph Curry (foot) listed as probable for playoff opener vs. Nuggets on Saturday

For the Golden State Warriors' playoff opener on Saturday against the Denver Nuggets, Steph Curry (foot) is listed as probable.

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Warriors star Steph Curry probable to play Game 1 vs. Nuggets

SAN FRANCISCO — Stephen Curry remains on track to play Saturday when the Warriors host the Denver Nuggets in Game 1 of the Western Conference quarterfinals at Chase Center, coach Steve Kerr said.

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Scouts take: How Paul George's COVID-19 case impacts Clippers' play-in game vs. Pelicans

LOS ANGELES — Clippers star Paul George has entered the NBA's health and safety protocols and will miss Friday's game against New Orleans to decide the Western Conference's eighth and final playoff spot.

Los Angeles Times

Pat Bev Shared One Key Message for His Former Teammates

The Timberwolves’ guard gave a NBA Finals–worthy celebration after the win Tuesday.

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In playoff-like matchup, the Stars keep their nerve in win over the Lightning

The Stars want to play playoff hockey. Tuesday night against the Lightning was a good preview.

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Steph Curry injury update: Status for playoff opener vs. Nuggets still undetermined

With the Golden State Warriors' playoff opener against the Denver Nuggets approaching, Steph Curry's status (left foot) is still undetermined.

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‘Less Is More’: How Chris Finch Guided the Timberwolves Back to the Playoffs

The newly extended coach has played a notable role in Minnesota’s return to relevance this season.

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2022 NBA Playoff Bracket: Matchups, Dates, Times

Here’s what you need to know heading into the NBA postseason.

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Timberwolves coach Chris Finch gets contract extension

In a little over a year, coach Chris Finch has helped take the Timberwolves from the lottery to the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference.

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Lakers fire coach Frank Vogel after season burdened by injuries and turmoil

The Lakers fired coach Frank Vogel on Monday just two years after he led the team to its 17th NBA championship and first since 2010.

Los Angeles Times

Jalen Green wins Western Conference Rookie of the Month for March, April

After averaging nearly 23 points per game on elite efficiency in March and April, Rockets guard Jalen Green is officially the Western Conference Rookie of the Month.

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No. 3 seed Warriors set to meet No. 6 seed Nuggets in first round of Western Conference playoffs

The No. 3 seed Warriors will officially meet Nikola Jokic and the No. 6 seed Nuggets in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.

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NBA Twitter reacts to Warriors clinching No. 3 seed in Western Conference playoffs with vs. Pelicans

Following the Warriors' win over the Pelicans in the regular-season finale, NBA Twitter chimed in with different reactions on Sunday.

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Klay Thompson goes off for 41 points as Warriors clinch No. 3 seed with win over Pelicans

NEW ORLEANS — Klay Thompson threw an emphatic fist bump after sinking his seventh 3-pointer Sunday night in the fourth quarter before he checked out of the game for the final time.

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Healthy Paul George and Norman Powell are exactly why you should bet on the Clippers to win the West

Here's why you should bet on the Clippers to win the West.

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Pelicans Troll Anthony Davis, Lakers With Tweet After L.A.’s Elimination From Play-In Tourney

New Orleans didn’t forget the big man’s taunt from 2019.

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Clippers Are a Sleeping Giant in the West

With Paul George back, and Kawhi Leonard on the mend, L.A.’s other team could be the NBA’s most frightening opponent in the playoffs.

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Against the Islanders, did the Stars discover a trio to backup their best?

DALLAS -- The Dallas Stars need wins as they chase a playoff in the Western Conference. They also need to discover a second line to supplement one of the best lines in hockey.

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Mavericks playoff analysis: Pros and cons of first-round matchups vs. Nuggets, Jazz or Timberwolves

With five days and three games remaining in the regular season, the Mavericks are in line to face one of three teams in a first-round playoff series: the Utah Jazz, Denver Nuggets or Minnesota Timberwolves.

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Could the Warriors survive if Steph Curry misses a few playoff games?

The Warriors have just three games left to play in the regular season, but the implications of each could have them seeded as high as No. 3 or as low as No. 6 in the Western Conference playoffs.

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Magic Johnson Says LeBron James is to Blame for the Lakers Not Signing DeMar DeRozan

He said that if Los Angeles hadn’t traded for Westbrook and signed DeRozan instead, the Lakers would be playing in the Western Conference championship.

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Warriors playoff scenarios: Where the Warriors stand with 3 games to play

The Warriors are in a battle for the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference with only three regular-season games left.

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