Cavaliers ready for postseason after tough Washington test
The Cavaliers say their playoff experience from last year against Washington will sharpen them for the postseason. Drew Gooden notes injuries spark opportunities and energy, while coach Mike Brown emphasizes learning from road OT battles and staying composed. Cleveland aims to take the next step toward the Eastern Conference Finals.
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Jamison Carries Wizards In Cavs Playoff Run
Antawn Jamison delivered two double-doubles in games 3 and 4 and scored 32 in Game 5 as the Washington Wizards pushed the Cavaliers. With Arenas and Butler out, Jamison has led Washington, averaging 22.7 points and 6.2 rebounds in their absence, while Cavaliers coach Mike Brown seeks containment.
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Cleveland and Washington clash in playoff schedule notes
Washington at Cleveland games set for May 2 May 4 and May 6 with a six game series. Jarvis Hayes returns from injury to guard James and savor his healthy postseason debut as he eyes a summer free agency. He expresses excitement and readiness for the challenge.
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Arenas plans to1speak from behind Cavaliers band
The blog entry notes that Evan Arenas, sidelined by a knee sprain since April 4, will not speak to media but will announce his presence via a blog on NBA com He plans to irritate the Cavaliers by talking about the team from start to finish. Cleveland beat Washington 2-1 in the regular season and 99-94 in their April 6 meeting. Larry Hughes shone in the two games he played against Washington averaging 21 points 5 5 rebounds and 4 5 assists. The Cavaliers after beating Milwaukee in the regular season finale reached 50 wins for the second straight season joining Dallas Phoenix San Antonio and Detroit.
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Pistons top Magic in Detroit playoff opener
Detroit led by Richard Hamilton 22 points Rasheed Wallace 16 and Chris Webber 12 as the top seed withdrew the Orlando Magic 102 to 92 in Auburn Hills Chauncey Billups added 22 points and 11 assists while Dwight Howard had 13 points 19 rebounds for Orlando Deng led the Bulls past the Heat 96 91 in Chicago with 33 points Ben Gordon and Andres Nocioni clinching late free throws Toronto beat New Jersey in a Nets Raptors first round clash 96 91 as Jefferson scored 28 and Kidd dished 15 assists Rockets edged Utah 84 75 behind Tracy McGrady 23 points and Yao Ming 28 in Game 1 of their series in Houston
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NBA playoff first round results and schedule report
First round games included Toronto 91 over New Jersey 91 and Chicago 95 losing to Miami 100 in a tense semifinal card. Series notes show Detroit leading 1-0 after a 100 92 win over Orlando while Utah trails Houston 75-84. Tonight's slate lists Weshington at Cleveland at 12 39 pm Lakers at Phoenix Denver at San Antonio Golden State at Dallas with players Jefferson Nachbar Calderon and Kidd among standout scorers.
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Browns draft needs and potential targets outlined
Free agency moves lessen Browns needs but gaps remain. Cornerback requires a second starter, with a top pick possible. Quarterback is unsettled though drafting a passer is likely. Offensive tackle needs youth and security, defensive line is improving but starters missing. Running back short term and guard depth both require new, younger players.
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Browns draft priority at quarterback in 2007 scale
Browns rank quarterback priority at 8 as training camp pits Charlie Frye against Derek Anderson. Draft options include JaMarcus Russell LSU a physical freak with big arm and upside while Brady Quinn Notre Dame is ready to play, and Jordan Palmer UTEP, Carson Palmer’s brother, potential later-round pick.
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Quinn Prepares as NFL Draft Prospect Says He Is Best Leader
Notre Dame quarterback Quinn, lauded for leadership and preparation, argues he is the most ready NIL player for the NFL draft while scouts note his mobility is limited. Browns GM Savage praises coaching and potential, while discussion points to possible top-three selections for Quinn, Russell, Peterson, and Adams as teams weigh QB needs.
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Brady Quinn Hometown Notre Dame Quarterback Profile
College standout Brady Quinn, senior quarterback at Notre Dame, is listed at 6-3 236 with a career 63.4 percent completion rate, 7,345 passing yards, 89 TDs and 14 INTs. Coaches praise his maturity and readiness for the NFL Browns, while noting downfield accuracy concerns and the pressure of sit-or-start expectations from recent first round QBs.
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Stars end Canucks bid with 2-0 win to force Game 7
Mike Modano scored his first playoff goal and Marty Turco blanked Vancouver with 21 saves as Dallas defeated the Canucks 2-0 in Dallas to even the series at 3-3 and set up a decisive Game 7 in Vancouver. Turco logged his third career playoff shutout in the first round.
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