Celtics stay alive with 127-102 win over Knicks
In Game 5 without Jayson Tatum the Celtics, led by Derrick White with 34 points and seven 3s, beat the Knicks 127-102 to force a return engagement in New York. Jaylen Brown had 26 points and 12 assists, as Boston connected on 22 threes and Kristaps Porzingis missed minutes due to breathing issues amid a lingering illness.
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Thunder Grab 3-2 Lead In West Semis Over Nuggets
Shai Gilgeous Alexander scored 31 points on 12 of 23 shooting with seven assists as Oklahoma City defeated Denver 3-2 in the Western Conference semifinal. The Thunder benefited from six players in double figures while Nikola Jokic posted 44 points and 15 rebounds, and Jamal Murray scored 28 on 10 of 27 shots. The Thunder can clinch the series in Denver.
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Cavaliers fall short as Garland and Allen struggle in series
Cavaliers guard Darius Garland admitted he was not himself due to injuries, playing through pain as Cleveland bowed out after a tough Indiana series. Center Jarrett Allen and star Donovan Mitchell also expressed disappointment, with calls to upgrade the roster and push for a title next season. Garland vowed to return stronger and to prove doubters wrong.
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Cavs collapse ends Cleveland playoff run in blowout loss
Sports writer Jim Ingraham chronicles the Cleveland Cavaliers brutal series against Indiana Pacers. After a dominant regular season led by Donovan Mitchell and coach of the year, the Cavaliers are overwhelmed by a larger opponent, facing a swift, decisive defeat that ends their postseason prospects.
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Panthers Crush Leafs To Take 3-2 Lead In Series
Florida toppled Toronto 6-1 behind 31 saves from Sergei Bobrovsky and goals from Aaron Ekblad Dmitry Kulikov Niko Mikkola Jesper Boqvist and A J Greer. Boqvist returned with a playoff goal and an assist as Florida built a 4-0 second period cushion.
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Browns Start London Trip in Season-Opening Wembley Clash
Browns prepare for their first international game since 2017 facing the Steelers in London as part of a demanding schedule. Stefanski notes the London showcase against a playoff-caliber team, with careful planning for weeks ahead and a busy December slate including trips to Chicago Las Vegas and Green Bay.
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