Nowitzki lifts Dallas past Kings to conference finals
Dirk Nowitzki starred for Dallas with 30 points and 19 rebounds leading the Mavericks past Sacramento in Game 7, 112 to 99. Nick Van Exel, Michael Finley, Steve Nash, Raja Bell and Shawn Bradley provided key support as Dallas reached the Western Conference finals for the first time since 1998. The Texas showdown with San Antonio begins Monday with the winner advancing to the NBA Finals.
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Kings Fall Short as Webber Hurt in Game 2
The Kings struggle to execute their inside-outside offense after Chris Webber suffers a knee injury in Game 2. San Antonio amplifies defensive pressure, disrupting Sacramento’s rhythm and forcing adjustments as the series shifts.
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Pistons ease into East finals after clinching series
Detroit guards say the Pistons ignore skeptics as they prepare for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals against the New Jersey Nets. Harrison Hamilton and Atkins stress quick turnaround, while Nets players note Boston sweep grants a rest edge and aim to push a run-based game.
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Devils one win from Stanley Cup final after 5 2 victory
Jay Pandol and Jeff Friesen powered the New Jersey Devils to a 5 2 win over the Ottawa Senators in East finals game four at East Rutherford. Pandolfo tied late in the second period and Friesen scored early in the third as New Jersey moved within one win of the Stanley Cup finals. Kas and Madden added early third period goals to seal the victory. Brodeur stopped 26 shots as New Jersey home playoff unbeaten. Ottawa's Rachunek and Varada scored for the Senators who still seek offensive spark. The series now heads to Ottawa with New Jersey leading 3-1.
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