Suns face Rockets with no gimmicks in pivotal Game 6
Suns coach Paul Westphal rejects tricks as Phoenix eyes a decisive Game 6 against Houston after three straight losses. Dan Majerle and Dan MAierle push shooting as Oliver Miller and AC Green join the lineup to stretch the Rockets defense. Kleine shines with 15 points off the bench while Houston counters with Hakeem Olajuwon clogging the lane and doubles on Barkley.
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Game 7 Predicament Faces Suns and Rockets in Do-or-Die Clash
The Suns and Rockets brace for a pressure packed Game 7 as veterans Ben Green and Danny Ainge echo the nerve and history of past finales. Barkley warns of the pain and nerves, while Houston seeks home court advantage to tilt the balance. The series shifts to a dramatic decider with all eyes on The Summit.
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Barkley Plays Through Pain as Rockets Win Game 5
Barkley received a second groin shot to ease pain amid a groin problem that worsens with play. He stated he wants to continue to play though injections trouble him, while Otis Thorpe and Vernon Maxwell deal with injuries. Westphal remains aggressive and Barkley hints at retirement after the win.
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Kleine’s shot gives Suns a lift in decisive win
Phoenix A C Green and Oliver Miller vaulted into the starting lineup for Game 6 as Joe Kleine supplied a playoff career high 15 points. The Suns exploited Hakeem Olajuwon’s adjustments, with Kevin Johnson posting 28 points and 13 assists while Green shot 9 of 10.
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Jazz Seek Win to Avoid 3-0 Collapse Hall Favor
Salt Lake City Utah Jazz face Game 7 after dropping three straight to Denver threatening to become first team to lose a playoff series after leading 3-0. Karl Malone hints at possible departure as players seek mental steadying and a path to victory.
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Nuggets Jazz Playoff Series Ends With Nuggets Historic Upset
Denver stunned Utah despite Michael Malone’s tears as the Nuggets won Game 7 while becoming the first No. 8 seed to topple a No. 1, and Utah faced a do or die Game 7 with Miller apologizing for incidents earlier in the season.
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