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2023 NBA playoff bracket set: Seeds, matchups

The 2023 NBA playoff field is set! Check out who will match up in the play-in tournament and the first round.

Timberwolves send Rudy Gobert home after Kyle Anderson spat

The Timberwolves sent Rudy Gobert home after he took a swing at teammate Kyle Anderson during a timeout in Sunday’s game.

NBA investigating Mavericks for 'roster decisions' vs. Bulls on Friday

Dallas made five key players, including Kyrie Irving, late scratches for Friday’s game, and Luka Dončić only played 13 minutes.

Grizzlies center Steven Adams reportedly likely to miss the playoffs

Steven Adams will reportedly miss the upcoming postseason for the Grizzlies, who recently signed Kenneth Lofton Jr. to a four-year deal.

Joel Embiid poised to win back-to-back scoring titles

Joel Embiid will make scoring history once the regular season ends on Sunday, winning his second-straight scoring title.

Skip reveals the one question he'd ask Michael Jordan if given the chance | The Skip Bayless Show

Michael Jordan is Skip Bayless’s GOAT and was in the news lately for considering selling his majority stake of the Charlotte Hornets. Skip now reveals the one question he would ask MJ if given the chance.

Udonis Haslem, Miami Heat reflect on rare 20-year NBA career

Udonis Haslem, the NBA’s oldest active player at 42 and a three-time champion, is the third player to spend a two-decade career with one franchise, joining Dallas’ Dirk Nowitzki and the Los Angeles Lakers’ Kobe Bryant.

Kevin Durant, Suns core to rest vs. Lakers | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes preview Los Angeles Lakers vs. Phoenix Suns Friday night matchup at Crypto.com Arena. Nick Wright also talks Kevin Durant and noticeably leaves Kobe Bryant off his Best Player on the Planet list.

NBA Roundtable: How dangerous are the Kevin Durant-led Suns?

It’s about that time — playoff time, that is. Our NBA reporters look at the pressing issues heading into the postseason.

Giannis Antetokounmpo ranks 3rd in latest NBA player power rankings | UNDISPUTED

The Ringer updated their top 125 players in the NBA. Denver Nuggets star and 2x MVP Nikola Jokic took the top spot followed by Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks and Philadelphia 76ers Center Joel Embiid to round out the top three. LeBron James ranks 13th behind the likes of SGA and Devin Booker. Shannon Sharpe and Skip Bayless react to the latest NBA player rankings.

NBA Front Office Confidential: Whose championship window is closing?

The NBA title appears up for grabs this season. But a host of GMs and scouts say that this year’s favorites won’t be favorited for long.

Pelicans' Zion Williamson still sidelined, likely to miss Play-In Tournament

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson will likely miss the Play-In Tournament if the Pelicans advance to there, according to a report Friday.

Six-seed still in sight for Heat; Thunder bolster playoff hopes, eliminate Jazz

Miami is still in the hunt for the sixth seed, while OKC eliminated Utah from playoff contention on Thursday.

Tim Hardaway Sr. on Mavericks: 'They're missing a leader out there'

Tim Hardaway Jr. defended Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving after his dad, Tim Hardaway Sr., said the Mavs lack leadership.

Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen to serve in Finland military in the offseason

Utah Jazz all-star forward Lauri Markkanen will complete mandatory military service in his native Finland this offseason.

Pelicans' Zion Williamson still sidelined to work on conditioning

The New Orleans Pelicans said that Zion Williamson remains sidelined as the playoffs approach.

LeBron & Lakers drop pivotal game to Clippers with Play-In implications on the line | SPEAK

The Los Angeles Lakers fell to the LA Clippers last night 125-118 and sit in the 7th seed in the Western Conference with two games to play. Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, Joy Taylor, and Ric Bucher discuss if the loss changed their opinions on the Lakers as they head into the playoffs.

Can Luka, Kyrie & Mavericks salvage their season? | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, and Kevin Wildes react to the Dallas Mavericks’ win over the Sacramento Kings and debate if the Mavericks can still save their season with two games to play.

Are Bucks the NBA's best team after clinching No. 1 seed in the East? | SPEAK

The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Chicago Bulls with a final score of 105-92 to clinch the first seed in the Eastern Conference. Giannis Antetokounmpo sat out due to right knee soreness but Jrue Holiday picked up the slack and finished with 20 points, eight rebounds and 15 assists. Brook Lopez also chimed in with 26 points. Milwaukee is now 11-6 without Giannis this season. Emmanuel Acho explains why the deer are the NBA’s best team.

Was the Lakers' 118-125 loss to the Clippers GOOD for them? Nick Wright explains | What's Wright?

The Los Angeles Lakers fell to the LA Clippers last night 118-125 and sit in the 7th seed in the Western Conference with two games to go. The Golden State Warriors are a spot ahead in the 6th seed and have two games to play as well. If the Lakers can win one more game than the Warriors down the stretch, then they will move into the 6th seed in the West and avoid the Play-In Tournament. Nick and Damonza debate if the Lakers’ loss to the Clippers was actually good for them in the long run.

Luka Dončić & Andrew Wiggins feature in Broussard's Under Duress List | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard alongside Nick Wright, Kevin Wildes and Mark Schlereth reveal the Under Duress List entering the NBA’s final stretch. Nominees include: Andrew Wiggins of the Golden State Warriors, Chris Paul of the Phoenix Suns and Luka Dončić of the Dallas Mavericks.

Clippers hand Lakers their 11th straight loss in the Battle of L.A. | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes discuss the Los Angeles Lakers loss vs. LA Clippers. The Clippers have won the last 11 contest vs. Lakers. Russell Westbrook scored 14 points for the Clippers in his ‘revenge game’ vs. his former team. LeBron scored 3 first half points but finished 33 points after a scoring fury in the second half. The Lakers sit at 7th in the West standings, Clippers hold the 5th spot.

Kevin Durant & Phoenix Suns the team to beat in the West? | THE HERD

FOX Sports NBA reporter Melissa Rohlin joins Joy Taylor on The Herd to chat about the latest news in the NBA. The two discuss an upcoming interview between Rohlin and Kevin Durant and debate if he is unfairly criticized in the NBA.

Mark Cuban on Kyrie Irving's free agency: 'I want him to stay for sure' | UNDISPUTED

Before Kyrie Irving dropped 31 points, including 19 in the fourth quarter, Mark Cuban talked to reporters about if the Dallas Mavericks would try to sign Kyrie to a long-term deal this offseason. Cuban said quote, “I’d love to have him stay for sure. I’d love to have him. I want him to stay for sure, and I think we have a good shot.” When asked if the Mavs could be outbid for Kyrie he responded quote, “I guess there’s always too high a price, depending, but now with the new CBA, it’s a different world.” Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe react to Cuban’s comments.

Lakers lose to Clippers 125-118; snapping their 4 game win streak | UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Lakers couldn’t get it done on back-to-back nights losing 125-118 to the LA Clippers. LeBron finished with a game-high 33 points but only had three at halftime. Anthony Davis had 17 in the game and the Lakers trailed by as many as 24 points in the loss. LeBron called it quote, “one of the toughest games we’ve had all year.” Russell Westbrook added 14 points in his ‘revenge game’ vs. his former team. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe react to Clippers win vs. Lakers.

Cuban blames Jalen Brunson's parents for Mavs departure, hopes to keep Kyrie Irving

Mark Cuban cast blame on Jalen Brunson’s father, Rick, for the point guard’s departure in the offseason.

Cuban blames Brunson's parents for Mavs departure, hopes to keep Irving

Mark Cuban cast blame on Jalen Brunson’s father, Rick, for the point guard’s departure in the offseason.

What does Lakers four-game win streak say about the purple and gold? | SPEAK

The Los Angeles Lakers pulled off a narrow overtime victory against the injured Utah Jazz and are now officially in the play-in tournament. LeBron James and Anthony Davis combined for 58 points but logged in heavy minutes in the 135-133 win. They currently sit at the seventh seed in the Western Conference and are set to face a crucial game tonight against the LA Clippers. They have won four games in a row and now await against their cross-town rival for the sixth seed. Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and Ric Bucher discuss what the purple and gold’s four-game win streak says about them.

Should teams actively avoid Kevin Durant and the Suns in the playoffs? | SPEAK

The Phoenix Suns have clinched a playoff spot and are 7-0 when Kevin Durant plays. Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, Joy Taylor, and Ric Bucher debate if teams should look to actively avoid Durant and the Suns in the playoffs.

Steph Curry surpasses LeBron James in Nick's latest Player Pyramid | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright alongside Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes reveals his playoff player pyramid ranking the best players as the NBA heads into the playoffs. Players include: Stephen Curry, LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Joel Embiid, Kevin Durant and more.