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Is Knicks guard Jalen Brunson MVP of the NBA Playoffs? | First Things First

Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes react to the New York Knicks win over the Indiana Pacers in Game 2 of the second round of the NBA Playoffs and decide if Jalen Brunson has been the MVP of the NBA Playoffs.

Skip explains why he wants JJ Redick to coach the Lakers: | The Skip Bayless Show

Skip Bayless discusses why JJ Redick should be the Los Angeles Lakers’ next head coach.

Should LeBron be a player-coach for the Lakers? Skip weighs in on Byron Scott's take:

Earlier this week on ‘Undisputed,’ Los Angeles Lakers legend and former head coach Byron Scott said that LeBron James should be the purple and gold’s next coach. Now, Skip Bayless weighs in on Scott’s take.

Patrick Beverley suspended four games by NBA for actions in Bucks' elimination game

Indianapolis police are investigating the altercation in which Bucks guard Patrick Beverley threw a ball at a fan in the final minutes of a season-ending loss to the Pacers.

How the Pacers are showing why they are 'frauds' | The Herd

The New York Knicks defeated the Indiana Pacers 130-121 to take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Jalen Brunson returned from injury to help spark the Knicks’ run and momentum despite Tyrese Haliburton’s 34-point game. Colin Cowherd breaks down how the Pacers were exposed as “frauds.”

Nikola Jokić wins his third MVP in four seasons | The Herd

Nikola Jokić won his third MVP in four seasons, but Shaquille O’Neal was notably not a fan of the decision and said Shai Gilgeous-Alexander deserved the award. Colin Cowherd reacts to Shaq’s comments and the Joker’s honors, explaining why style matters to the NBA.

Can the Pacers blame the refs for being down 2-0 to the Knicks? | The Carton Show

Indiana Pacers HC Rick Carlisle complained about the officials following the Pacers going down 2-0 to the New York Knicks, saying “small market teams deserve an equal shot.” Craig Carton finds this ridiculous and finds no issues with the refereeing of this series.

Jalen Brunson shows Knicks are worthy of 'tough' label in heroic Game 2 performance

The New York Knicks went up 2-0 in their second-round series with the Indiana Pacers thanks in part to the resilience of their star guard, Jalen Brunson.

Jalen Brunson returns from foot injury, sparks Knicks' Game 2 win over Pacers

Jalen Brunson returned from a foot injury to score 24 of his 29 points in the second half, leading the Knicks to a 130-121 victory over the Pacers for a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

NBA Roundtable: Will LeBron James and Paul George be back in LA next season?

The conference semifinals are underway in the NBA Playoffs, which means four teams from each conference have already been sent home, including both of the star-studded Los Angeles teams.

2024 NBA Awards Winners Tracker: Nuggets' Nikola Jokic wins third MVP in four years

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

Would LeBron make a good coach? | Speak

Byron Scott said that the Los Angeles Lakers should “make LeBron James the coach” following the firing of Darvin Ham. Joy Taylor and Ric Bucher discuss Scott’s comments and what are realistic expectations for the next Lakers coach.

Are the Thunder flying under the radar after 5-0 postseason start? | Speak

Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy, Ric Bucher and James Jones break down the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 117-95 Game 1 win over the Dallas Mavericks. They debate whether OKC is flying under the radar despite being the No. 1 seed in the West and 5-0 during the postseason.

Timberwolves 'attempting to rewrite history' in Nick’s NBA Playoff Tiers | First Things First

Nick Wright alongside Greg Jennings and Chris Broussard reveals the latest edition of Nick’s NBA Playoff Tiers ranking the best teams remaining in the NBA Playoffs. Notable placements include the Minnesota Timberwolves at the top, followed by the Oklahoma City Thunder and Boston Celtics.

Luka & Mavs fall flat vs. Thunder in Game 1 | First Things First

Nick Wright and Chris Broussard discuss the latest news in the NBA including the Oklahoma City Thunder win vs. Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the second round of the NBA Playoffs.

LeBron James, player-coach? Byron Scott says Lakers should try it

The Lakers need a new head coach, again. One of their former ones says the person best suited for that role is already in the building: LeBron James.

Why Jayson Tatum coasting vs. Cavs hurts him for future tougher opponents | The Herd

The Boston Celtics coasted through the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 120-95. However, Jayson Tatum finished with 18 points, off 7-of-19 shooting (0-for-5 from 3). Colin Cowherd reacts to the Celtics win, then explains why Tatum’s quiet night is not necessarily the best sign if they move on and face tougher opponents.

2024 NBA playoffs: Nick Wright's King of the Hill player rankings after Round 1

FOX Sports’ Nick Wright ranks which players have the best claim for the title of best player in the league through the first round of NBA playoffs.

Can LeBron coach the Lakers? | The Herd

Byron Scott said that LeBron James should be a player-coach for the Los Angeles Lakers. Colin Cowherd and Ric Bucher discusses this possibility and if LeBron has been a problem for the Lakers.

Thunder soundly beat Mavs in Game 1: is OKC still being underrated? | Undisputed

Skip Bayless, Ric Bucher and Keyshawn Johnson discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder win over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the second round of the NBA Playoffs.

NBA fines Jamal Murray $100k for throwing objects at officials | Undisputed

Skip Bayless, Ric Bucher and Keyshawn Johnson react to the NBA fining Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray $100,000 for throwing objects at officials, in which the heat pad landed on the court.

2024 NBA playoff odds: Should the Celtics be favored over the field?

It appears to be Boston vs. everybody. Can the Celtics overtake the field to win their first title in 15 years? See what the odds say.

Los Angeles Lakers next head coach odds: Budenholzer, Redick favorites

The most glamorous franchise in the NBA is searching for a head coach. Check out the latest odds on who’ll replace Darvin Ham as the next coach of the Los Angeles Lakers.

Knicks center Mitchell Robinson out at least 6-8 weeks with ankle injury

Mitchell Robinson will sit out the rest of the Knicks playoff run with a left ankle injury, the team announced Tuesday.

Celtics' 3-point onslaught powers 120-95 Game 1 win over Cavaliers

Jaylen Brown scored 32 points and the Boston Celtics powered past the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-95 in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series.

Nuggets' Jamal Murray fined $100K for throwing heat pack on court in loss to Timberwolves

Nuggets guard Jamal Murray was fined — but not suspended — for throwing a heat pack onto the court during Denver’s blowout loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday.

Thunder are no match for Luka Dončić, Nick predicts Mavs stealing Game 1, series | What's Wright?

Nick Wright previews the Oklahoma City Thunder-Dallas Mavericks series, then breaks down why Luka Dončić will easily lead his team to the Western Conference Finals after blowing by OKC.

2024 NBA Awards Winners Tracker: Rudy Gobert gets fourth Defensive Player of the Year nod

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

Nikola Jokić deserves equal treatment as all-time greats if Nuggets are eliminated | What's Wright?

The Denver Nuggets trail 0-2 to the Minnesota Timberwolves after a 106-80 loss in Game 2. Nikola Jokić finished with 16 points and 16 rebounds but has committed 18 turnovers in the last 3 games. Nick Wright sounds OFF on Joker’s struggles and emphasizes the importance of fans giving him the same treatment as they would when other all-time greats struggle.

Should Jamal Murray be suspended for throwing a heat pad on the court? | Speak

Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and Ric Bucher debate on whether Jamal Murray should be suspended for throwing a heat pad on the court from the bench during Game 2.