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Bucks & Sixers 'trying to avoid disaster' in latest edition of Nick's NBA Tiers | First Things First

Nick Wright alongside Kevin Wildes and Chris Broussard reveals the latest edition of Nick’s NBA Tiers ranking the best teams in the NBA Playoffs. Notable placements include the Denver Nuggets at the top, Boston Celtics second and two-way tie for third between the New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves. Nick also questions if he was wrong about the Los Angeles Lakers and dub the Milwaukee Bucks as a team ‘trying to avoid disaster.’

Pacers steal Game 2 vs. Bucks: Haliburton notches double-double & trolls fans postgame | Undisputed

Skip Bayless, Rachel Nichols and Keyshawn Johnson discuss the Indiana Pacers win over the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 2 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The Undisputed cast react to Tyrese Haliburton’s postgame message to fans, predict when Giannis will return & look ahead to Game 3.

Mavs beat Clippers in Game 2: Luka post 32-9-6 & hits dagger 3-pt shot | Undisputed

Skip Bayless, Rachel Nichols and Keyshawn Johnson discuss the latest news in sports including the Dallas Mavericks win over the LA Clippers in Game 2 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The Undisputed cast also discuss Kawhi Leonard’s return to the Clippers lineup and decide if Luka can lead Dallas to a NBA Finals run.

With Kawhi Leonard back in the fold, the Clippers are all out of excuses

The Clippers’ stars are healthy in the postseason for the first time since 2020. Can they finally get over the hump?

Luka Dončić, Kyrie Irving lead Mavericks over Clippers 96-93 to tie series as Kawhi Leonard returns

Luka Dončić scored 32 points and the Dallas Mavericks overcame the return of Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard to beat Los Angeles 96-93 on Tuesday.

Pascal Siakam scores 37, Pacers even series 1-1 by beating shorthanded Bucks

Led by Pascal Siakam, the Indiana Pacers evened up the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series with the Milwaukee Bucks, with a 125-108 victory on Tuesday night.

2023-24 NBA Awards Tracker: Tyrese Maxey wins Most Improved Player

Follow along here as the NBA’s standout players get honored for their individual accomplishments during 2023-24 NBA awards season!

Are the Lakers done after losing 20-point lead in Game 2 loss vs. Nuggets? | Speak

Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and James Jones debate whether the Los Angeles Lakers are done after losing a 20-point lead in their Game 2 loss against the Denver Nuggets. Jamal Murray’s game-winning jump shot over Anthony Davis sealed the 2-0 lead for Denver.

Luka Dončić slips down Nick’s latest NBA King of the Hill player ranking | First Things First

Nick Wright alongside Kevin Wildes and Chris Broussard releases the latest edition of Nick’s King of the Hill ranking the best NBA players in the playoffs. Notable placements include Nikola Jokic atop the list, Luka Doncic and LeBron James’ movement down and the omission of Michael Porter Jr.

Move over LeBron and KD, it is Anthony Edwards, SGA time in this new NBA generation | What's Wright?

Round 1 of the NBA playoffs will wrap up within the next two weeks and one notable highlight is the elimination of “older” players such as LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Steph Curry (did not make playoffs) and potentially the LA Clippers Big 3. Nick Wright looks at the ages of all current All-Stars and up-and-coming superstar players such as Anthony Edwards and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, explaining how the NBA’s new generation will take reign starting this postseason.

Joel Embiid, 76ers face an emotional battle as they host the Knicks down 0-2 | What's Wright?

The Philadelphia 76ers are down 0-2 with their ongoing struggles against the New York Knicks. In Game 2, Philly gave up eight points in the game’s final 28 seconds. While the 76ers will return home for the next two games, Nick Wright is concerned about how emotional the first two were on Philly. Watch as he explains why he is more concerned about the 76ers 0-2 deficit than the Los Angeles Lakers, along with whether Joel Embiid can bounce back from his fourth-quarter struggles or not.

2024 NBA Championship odds: Celtics favored for Finals; Nuggets closing in

The Celtics remain the NBA Finals favorites, but the Nuggets are closing in. Check out the latest NBA Finals odds now that Round 1 is underway.

Can the 76ers come back and beat the Knicks? | First Things First

After losing in frustrating fashion to the New York Knicks, Joel Embiid said that the Philadelphia 76ers “were the better team” and “are going to win this series.” Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, and Kevin Wildes ask if these observations will be true.

Nikola Jokić's brother reportedly involved in altercation after Nuggets' win

The NBA is looking into an incident reportedly involving Nikola Jokić’s brother after the Nuggets’ 101-99 win vs. the Lakers.

Are Joel Embiid's zero-rebound fourth quarters vs. Knicks a sign of poor effort? | The Herd

The Philadelphia 76ers continue to struggle against the New York Knicks, giving up eight points in the final 28 seconds of the game. However, Joel Embiid remains confident, believing his team will ‘win the series.’ Colin Cowherd breaks down Philly’s ongoing struggles.

Jamal Murray's GW shot leads to Nuggets 10th straight win vs. Lakers | The Herd

The Los Angeles Lakers were on track to snap their 10-game losing streak against the Denver Nuggets. However, they blew a 20-point lead (a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter) and dropped to 0-2. Jamal Murray struggled throughout the game but hit the game-winning buzzer-beater shot to seal the Game 2 victory. Colin Cowherd reacts to the Nuggets 10th straight win over the purple and gold.

Lakers fall in 2-0 hole vs. Nuggets in first-round series. What went wrong?

The Lakers lost in brutal fashion again in Game 2, blowing a 20-point lead to the Nuggets. Paul Pierce shared what he thinks went wrong.

LeBron James rants at NBA's replay center, Lakers lose on buzzer-beater

LeBron James was seeing red after the Lakers’ loss to the Nuggets in Game 2, calling out the the NBA’s replay center.

Jamal Murray's buzzer-beater gives Nuggets comeback win vs. Lakers in Game 2 | Undisputed

Skip Bayless, Paul Pierce and Keyshawn Johnson discuss the latest news in the NBA including the Denver Nuggets win over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of the 1st round of the NBA Playoffs.

2024 NBA Playoff Bracket: Updated schedule, scores, standings

The current 2024 NBA playoff picture including bracket, schedule, standings, matchups and seedings.

Jamal Murray beats Lakers at buzzer, Nuggets take 2-0 series lead

Jamal Murray sank a 15-foot jumper at the buzzer and the Nuggets wiped out a 20-point second-half deficit to stun the Lakers and take a 2-0 lead in their Western Conference playoff series.

Donovan Mitchell scores 23 to power Cavaliers to 96-86 win over Magic and 2-0 lead in series

Donovan Mitchell scored 23 points, Jarrett Allen had 20 rebounds and the Cleveland Cavaliers outlasted the Orlando Magic 96-86 to take a 2-0 lead in their first-round Eastern Conference series.

Are the Phoenix Suns in trouble? | Speak

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Phoenix Suns 120-95 in a blowout. Kevin Durant said that the Suns “need to be more focused” but, Emmanuel Acho expresses his concern as to why the Suns are in trouble with Devin Booker also being a number one option.

Should the Lakers feel hopeless after Game 1 loss vs. Nuggets? | Speak

Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and James Jones debate whether the Los Angeles Lakers should feel hopeless after their 114-103 Game 1 loss to the Denver Nuggets.

Will James Harden carry the Clippers over the Mavericks?| | First Things First

The LA Clippers beat the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of their NBA playoff series, and James Harden said “I can score with the best of them.” Chris Broussard says he feels vindicated after the victory and is optimistic about their chances.

LeBron says Lakers ‘don’t have much room for error’ vs. Nuggets | First Things First

Nick Wright, Kevin Wildes and Chris Broussard discuss the Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets after the Nuggets take Game 1 behind Nikola Jokic’s 32 points. The First Things First cast also break down LeBron James performance in Game 1 and look ahead to Monday night’s Game 2 matchup.

2024 NBA Championship odds: Celtics, Nuggets favored for Finals; Thunder surging

The Celtics remain the NBA Finals favorites, but the Thunder are rolling. Check out the latest NBA Finals odds now that Round 1 is underway.

76ers' Tyrese Maxey questionable for Game 2 vs. Knicks; series odds shift

With Joel Embiid hobbled and Maxey questionable for Game 2 due to illness, the 76ers’ chances of upsetting the Knicks in the first round have taken a huge hit.

Lakers fall to Nuggets in Game 1: LeBron has slow 2nd Half, Jokić post 32-12-7 | Undisputed

Skip Bayless, Paul Pierce and Keyshawn Johnson discuss the latest in NBA including the Denver Nuggets win over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the First Round of the NBA Playoffs. LeBron James scored 19 points in the first half and finished 27 points, 8 assists and 6 rebounds. Nikola Jokic finished the game with 32 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assist. The Undisputed trio decide what the Lakers must do to win Game 2.

Timberwolves defeat Suns in Game 1 behind Anthony Edwards' explosive 33 Pts | Undisputed

Skip Bayless, Paul Pierce and Keyshawn Johnson discuss the latest news in the NBA including the Minnesota Timberwolves win over the Phoenix Suns in Game 1 behind Anthony Edwards 33 pts.