Category: nba

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.

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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.

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Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes react to Los Angeles Lakers overtime win vs. Utah Jazz. LeBron scored 37 points including a game-winner in overtime. Anthony Davis added 21 points for the Lakers, who are on the road vs. LA Clippers in their next contest.

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Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers got their first win over the Boston Celtics last night thanks to Embiid finishing with 52 points. After the game 76ers head coach Doc Rivers simply said quote, “the MVP race is over” in response to Embiid’s dominant performance. Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, and Kevin Wildes debate if they agree with Rivers.

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Shannon Sharpe and Mendeecees Harris discuss Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant. Morant was recently suspended for eight games for flashing a gun in a social media post. Mendeecees advise to Ja Morant: “stop acting like a tough guy.”

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The NBA MVP odds have shifted heavily after dominant performance by Joel Embiid on Tuesday night.

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The Golden State Warriors came back to defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder 136-125. Steph Curry and Jordan Poole combined for 64 points as the Warriors now sit at the fifth seed in the West. Colin is all-in on the Warriors and breaks down what makes them legit contenders to run it back.

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The Los Angeles Lakers pulled off a narrow overtime victory against the 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. They currently sit at the seventh seed in the West. However, despite winning four games in a row, are the Lakers keen for a big playoff run? Colin Cowherd explains why he is not sold on the purple and gold.

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The NBA MVP odds have shifted heavily after dominant performance by Joel Embiid.

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Here’s how to watch the 2023 NBA Playoffs and NBA Finals.

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Joel Embiid might have put his case for MVP over the top on Tuesday, scoring 52 in the 76ers’ win over the Celtics.

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The NBA regular season is wrapping up, which means MVP talks are heating up. Nikola Jokić, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Joel Embiid are in a tight race for the regular season MVP award. However, Steph Curry said that he is picking Embiid because he quote: ‘took a leap, which people did not expect.’ Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and Ric Bucher reveal their MVP votes.

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The Warriors couldn’t get a road win over the Nuggets Sunday night, despite Nikola Jokić sitting out for Denver. Golden State is now 9-30 on the road this season and sit in the 6th seed in the West. Nick and Damonza explore the playoff picture in the Western Conference with the Lakers, Warriors, Clippers, and Pelicans fighting for the highest possible seed.

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Here’s how to watch the 2023 NBA Playoffs and NBA Finals.

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Nick Wright alongside Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes releases his latest edition of NBA Title Pie. Nick ranks all 30 NBA teams chances to win the 2023 NBA Finals. Notably the Los Angeles Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks, Phoenix Suns, Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors have a unique chance win the Larry O’Brien trophy.

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Only days remain in the regular season. Can Joel Embiid hold off Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo to win MVP?

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Nick Wright joins Colin Cowherd on The Herd to discuss the latest news in sports. Nick explains if LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Lakers can maintain their play as of late, they have a real chance to make the Finals.

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According to Shams Charania, the Dallas Mavericks are giving serious consideration to the idea of shutting down Kyrie Irving and Luka Dončić for the rest of the season. With three games left to play, Dallas is currently 11th in the Western Conference and one game behind the Oklahoma City Thunder for the final play-in spot. Shannon Sharpe explains why the Mavs would make a mistake to shut the duo down.

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The Boston Celtics travel to Philadelphia tonight to take on the Philadelphia 76ers in a national TV matchup between the second and third seeds in the Eastern Conference. MVP front runner Joel Embiid and the Sixers look to close in on Jayson Tatum and the Celtics 2nd seed in the NBA’s Eastern Conference. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe preview Celtics @ 76ers.

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Yesterday, Kyrie Irving had 41 points in the 132-130 overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks. The Dallas Mavericks have now lost three straight and seven of their last eight. The Mavs are now a full game out of the Play-In. Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, Joy Taylor, and Ric Bucher discuss whether the Mavs should regret trading for Kyrie.

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The Los Angeles Lakers have won their third straight victory with a 134-109 win over the Houston Rockets. Anthony Davis led the way with 40 points and nine rebounds. The purple and gold now sit half a game out of the sixth seed (guarantee playoff spot) in the Western Conference, where the Golden State Warriors currently stand at. Ric Bucher explains why the Lakers are not legitimate contenders to win the West.

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Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes discuss the Golden State Warriors road woes, Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson’s poor shooting performance and the Warriors odds to repeat as NBA champs.

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The Dallas Mavericks lost to the Atlanta Hawks in overtime yesterday after Kyrie Irving committed a late foul, allowing the game-winning free throws. The Mavs are now a full game out of the Play-In Tournament with less than a week to play. Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, and Kevin Wildes discuss whether they have officially given up on the Mavs.

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Andrew Wiggins is nearing a return to the Warriors after being away from the team since February because of an extended family-related absence.

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Commissioner Adam Silver will get the in-season tournament he wanted as part of the seven-year collective bargaining agreement.

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Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, Joy Taylor, and Ric Bucher discuss whether Kevin Durant’s legacy is unfairly criticized in the NBA. Joy weighs in on KD’s situation and explains he has reached a point where he has realized he only needs to live and play for himself.

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Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes discuss the Boston Celtics 140-99 win vs. Milwaukee Bucks. Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum combined for 70 points in the win. Giannis Antetokounmpo was held to 24 pts, his teammate Jrue Holiday was held to just 6 points after a season-high 51 points vs. Indiana Pacers.

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Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, and Kevin Wildes discuss tonight’s matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves. The group debate whether the Lakers will be able to close the gap on the 6 seed in the Western Conference.

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All four Play-In Tournament spots in the Western Conference are still up for grabs. Will the Lakers and Mavericks make the cut?

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Chris Mannix joins Colin Cowherd on The Herd to discuss the latest news in the NBA. Mannix shares his thoughts on the chances of the Los Angeles Lakers winning the West after their 121-110 win over the Chicago Bulls.

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