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Where do Nuggets rank among LeBron James' toughest opponents ever?

The Lakers have lost 11 straight games to the Nuggets and trail their first-round playoff series 3-0. How many teams have proven tougher for LeBron James?

Nuggets on brink of sweeping LeBron James, Lakers after winning Game 3 112-105

The Denver Nuggets are one win away from a second-round berth following a 112-105 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of their first-round series.

2024 NBA Awards Winners Tracker: Stephen Curry named Clutch Player of the Year

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

Heat stun Celtics in Game 2: Jimmy Butler trolls Boston postgame | First Things First

Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes react to the Miami Heat win over the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs.

What does Skip consider to be LeBron’s greatest achievement? He answers: | The Skip Bayless Show

Skip Bayless shares what he considers is LeBron James’ greatest achievement.

Skip shares his All-NBA starting 5 for the 2023-24 season: | The Skip Bayless Show

Skip Bayless unveils his All-NBA starting five for the 2023-24 season.

Should the Celtics be concerned after Game 2 loss vs. Heat? | The Herd

The Boston Celtics fell to the red-hot Miami Heat 111-101 and even up the series at 1-1. Jayson Tatum scored 28 points and committed three turnovers, but the Heat scored a playoff-record 23 three-pointers. Watch as Colin discusses why Boston is not feared and how concerned they should be, even if they advance.

Skip says LeBron doesn’t have the clutch gene after Lakers-Nuggets Game 2 | The Skip Bayless Show

Skip Bayless explains why the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 2 loss to the Denver Nuggets is proof that LeBron James does not have the clutch gene.

Heat score team playoff-record 23 3-point FGs in 111-101 Game 2 win vs. Celtics | Undisputed

The Miami Heat do not give up, as they even up the series at 1-1 with a 111-101 victory against the Boston Celtics. The Heat scored a team playoff record of 23 three-point field goals, while Jayson Tatum finished with 28 points and three turnovers. Skip Bayless, Keyshawn Johnson and Michael Irvin react to the Heat’s big win, including whether Boston should be concerned.

Can the Lakers win Game 3 versus the Nuggets? | The Carton Show

The Los Angeles Lakers host Game 3 of their series with the Denver Nuggets down 2-0. Craig Carton doubles down on his prediction of a sweep by the Nuggets.

Will Jalen Brunson have a big Game 3? | The Carton Show

The New York Knicks travel to Philadelphia to play the 76ers in Game 3 of their series tonight. Jalen Brunson has been struggling, but he hopes to “get up to the level” of his teammates. Craig Carton expects a big game from him, and previews Game 3.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 33 points lead Thunder past Pelicans 124-92; OKC takes 2-0 lead

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the New Orleans Pelicans 124-92 to take a 2-0 lead in their first-round Western Conference playoff series.

2023-24 NBA Awards Winners Tracker: Naz Reid named Sixth Man of the Year over Malik Monk

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

Mavs knot series vs. Clippers at 1-1 behind Luka’s heroic performance | First Things First

Nick Wright, Kevin Wildes and Chris Broussard discuss the latest results in the NBA including the Dallas Mavericks win over the LA Clippers, Kawhi Leonard’s return from injury and Luka Doncic’s perf

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.