Towns, Brunson push Knicks past Pistons in playoff opener
In Detroit, Karl Anthon Towns hit a late go ahead 3 as Jalen Brunson tallied 32 points and 11 assists to lift the Knicks 94 93 over the Pistons and take a 3 1 lead in the series. Cade Cunningham posted a playoff triple double but Detroit fell short amid disputed non calls and a nine game home playoff drought.
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Cindric wins first Penske NASCAR race at Talladega
Austin Cindric captured Penske's first NASCAR victory of the season at Talladega Superspeedway. He celebrated with a wreath around the track and held off a large pack to finish ahead of Ryan Preece and Kyle Larson, as Logano vented on the radio over a rival stage win.
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Cavaliers aim to close series at Miami
Cleveland holds a 3-0 lead over Miami in the best of seven. Darius Garland remains sidelined by a sprained toe as Cleveland seeks a 4-0 sweep at the Kaseya Center. Max Strus has stepped up in the series, while Miami vows to stay in the fight.
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Timberwolves edge Lakers to pull within one win
The Wolves rally behind Jaden McDaniels late in the fourth quarter as Anthony Edwards scores 43 in a 116-113 Game 4 win to put Minnesota up 3-1 over Los Angeles in the first round. Julius Randle adds 25 for the Wolves while Celtics win in Orlando to take a 3-1 series lead. Porzingis dominates inside despite foul trouble as Pacers seize 3-1 over Bucks.
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NBA Playoffs Roundup and Upcoming Games
Results from multiple games across Friday and Saturday show Cleveland dominating Miami 124 87 and Minnesota beating the Lakers 116 113 to narrow or seize series leads. Upcoming matchups list Cleveland Miami Houston Golden State Knicks and more with several series at 3 1 or 2 2.
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Curry Leads Warriors Past Cavaliers in Tight Playoff Clash
In a tense playoff game at Chase Center, Stephen Curry hit a 16 foot jumper with a hand in his face and drew a foul, while Cleveland teams and Heat battles loom. Miami star Jimmy Butler is listed as questionable after Sunday’s work with trainers, potentially returning for Game 4. The Cavaliers aim to rest players with a likely sweep, hoping to prepare for a second round against Indiana or Milwaukee, as Golden State faces double teams and physical defense.
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Blues tie series with 5-1 win over Jets in St Louis
Brayden Schenn Tyler Tucker and Justin Faulk scored in the second period as the Blues beat Winnipeg 5-1 to even the best of seven at 2 2. Robert Thomas Jake Neighbours added goals and Jordan Binnington stopped 30 shots as St Louis extended home winning streak.
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