JJ Redick says Lakers, Timberwolves expect series to be a ‘rock fight’
Through two games, the first-round playoff series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves has been fairly physical. In Game 1, the Timberwolves were the only team that played…
Ace Bailey declares for NBA draft after one year at Rutgers
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JJ Redick got LeBron, Luka, Lakers to respond with Game 2 win
Do the Thunder have what it takes to reach the Finals? Oklahoma City has the pieces—but do they have the experience to win three playoff series? Game 2 of the…
2025 NBA awards – picks for MVP, DPOY, top rookie, more honors
Apr 22, 2025, 05:17 PM ET On Monday, the NBA unveiled the finalists for its seven major individual awards, including Most Valuable Player, Rookie of the Year and Defensive Player…
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Brian WindhorstApr 22, 2025, 11:00 AM ET Close ESPN.com NBA writer since 2010 Covered Cleveland Cavs for seven years Author of two books Great regular seasons make NBA players rich…
Bucks All-Star guard can’t stop Pacers’ roll
NBA playoff preview: Who can beat Boston or Cleveland? Analyzing if the Bucks, Knicks, or Pacers have what it takes to beat Boston or Cleveland in the playoffs The Milwaukee…
Former NBA ROY Michael Carter-Williams to make boxing debut
Andreas HaleApr 22, 2025, 02:15 PM ET Close Andreas Hale is a combat sports reporter at ESPN. Andreas covers MMA, boxing and pro wrestling. In Andreas’ free time, he plays…
Pistons playoff win underlines culture shift. Is Knicks upset next?
NBA playoff preview: Who can beat Boston or Cleveland? Analyzing if the Bucks, Knicks, or Pacers have what it takes to beat Boston or Cleveland in the playoffs NEW YORK…