The NBA’s most eagerly anticipated homecoming in several years is about to take place as Luka Doncic gets ready for his first game in Dallas since the shocking trade that sent him to the Lakers in early February. The Mavericks are planning a tribute video highlighting Doncic’s accomplishments during his six and a half years with the team, according to Tim MacMahon of ESPN. Team … [Read more...] about Dallas Prepares To Welcome Back Luka Doncic
Lakers Clinch Playoff Berth
It was overshadowed by Luka Doncic‘s emotional return to Dallas, but the Lakers clinched a playoff spot with tonight’s 112-97 win over the Mavericks, tweets Dave McMenamin of ESPN. At 49-31, L.A. can wrap up the No. 3 seed by winning Friday at home against Houston or Sunday at Portland. Doncic led the way on Wednesday with 45 points after the Mavs welcomed him back with a … [Read more...] about Lakers Clinch Playoff Berth
Five West Teams Have 32 Losses In Regular Season’s Final Week
The Thunder clinched the No. 1 seed entering the Western Conference playoffs two-plus weeks ago, but the remaining 19 postseason seeds are up for grabs in the final week of the 2024/25 regular season, according to the NBA (Twitter link). There isn’t too much drama in the East, with the Cavaliers and Celtics leading the conference for the entire season. Four other clubs — the … [Read more...] about Five West Teams Have 32 Losses In Regular Season’s Final Week
Leonard, Antetokounmpo Named Players Of The Week
Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard has been named the Western Conference’s Player of the Week, according to the NBA (Twitter link), while Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has won the award in the East. Leonard helped guide the Clips to a perfect 4-0 week for games played from March 31 – April 6, averaging 24.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.8 steals on .513/.381/.857 … [Read more...] about Leonard, Antetokounmpo Named Players Of The Week
Lakers Notes: Thunder Win, Defense, James, Doncic, Finney-Smith, Reaves, Bronny
The Lakers made a statement with their resounding victory over the Western Conference’s top team on Sunday, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times writes. They hammered the Thunder, 126-99. “We know it’s the final stretch into the full season, so we’re just trying to rack up great habits,” LeBron James said. Luka Doncic had 30 points and six assists, while James contributed 19 … [Read more...] about Lakers Notes: Thunder Win, Defense, James, Doncic, Finney-Smith, Reaves, Bronny