2022-23 GAME RECAPS

Game Recap: Nuggets 94, Heat 89

Led by Nikola Jokic's 28 points (12-16 FG), 16 rebounds, and four assists, the Nuggets defeated the Heat in Game 5, 94-89. Michael Porter Jr. (16 points, 13 rebounds) and Jamal Murray (14 points, eight rebounds, eight assists) added a combined 30 points for the Nuggets in the victory, while Jimmy Butler tallied 21 points for the Heat. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-1, the Nuggets have clinched the franchises first NBA title.

Game Recap: Nuggets 108, Heat 95

The Nuggets defeated the Heat in Game 4, 108-95. Aaron Gordon led all scorers with a Playoff career-high 27 points, along with seven rebounds and six assists for the Nuggets, while Nikola Jokic added 23 points, 12 rebounds, and four assists in the victory. Jamal Murray (15 points, 12 assists, zero turnovers) and Bruce Brown (21 points, 11 in the 4th) added a combined 36 points for the Nuggets, while Jimmy Butler tallied 25 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists for the Heat. The Nuggets lead this best-of-seven series, 3-1, with Game 5 taking place on Monday, June 12 (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC).

Game Recap: Nuggets 109, Heat 94

Nikola Jokic (32 points, 21 rebounds, 10 assists) and Jamal Murray (34 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists) led the way for the Nuggets as they defeated the Heat in Game 3, 109-94. Jimmy Butler tallied 28 points for the Heat. The Nuggets lead this best-of-seven series, 2-1, with Game 4 taking place on Friday, June 9 (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC).

Game Recap: Nuggets 104, Heat 93

Led by Nikola Jokic's 27 points (8-12 FG), 10 rebounds, and 14 assists, the Nuggets defeated the Heat in Game 1, 104-93. Jamal Murray added 26 points, six rebounds, and 10 assists for the Nuggets in the victory, while Bam Adebayo tallied 26 points, 13 rebounds, and five assists for the Heat. The Nuggets lead this best-of-seven series, 1-0, with Game 2 taking place on Sunday, June 4 (8:00 p.m. ET, ABC).

Game Recap: Heat 111, Nuggets 108

The Heat defeated the Nuggets in Game 2, 111-108. Gabe Vincent recorded a team-high 23 points for the Heat, while Bam Adebayo (21 points, nine rebounds) and Jimmy Butler (21 points, nine assists) added a combined 42 points in the victory. Nikola Jokic led all scorers with 41 points and 11 rebounds for the Nuggets. This best-of-seven series is now tied, 1-1, with Game 3 taking place on Wednesday, June 7 (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC).

Game Recap: Heat 103, Celtics 84

The Heat defeated the Celtics in Game 7, 103-84. Jimmy Butler recorded 28 points, seven rebounds, and six assists for the Heat, while Caleb Martin added a Playoff career-high 26 points (11-16 FG) in the victory. Jaylen Brown tallied 19 points, eight rebounds, and five assists for the Celtics. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-3, the Heat will advance to the NBA Finals to face the Denver Nuggets. Game 1 of the 2023 NBA Finals Presented by YouTube TV will take place on Thursday, June 1 (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC).

Game Recap: Celtics 104, Heat 103

Derrick White tipped-in a missed shot attempt as time expired in regulation to lift the Celtics over the Heat in Game 6, 104-103. Jayson Tatum (31 points, 11 rebounds, five assists) and Jaylen Brown (26 points, 10 rebounds) combined for 57 points for the Celtics, while Jimmy Butler tallied 24 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists for the Heat. This best-of-seven series is now tied, 3-3, with Game 7 taking place on Monday, May 29 (8:30 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Celtics 110, Heat 97

The Celtics defeated the Heat in Game 5, 110-97. Jayson Tatum recorded 21 points, eight rebounds, and 11 assists for the Celtics, while Derrick White (24 points, career-high six 3PM) and Marcus Smart (23 points, five steals) added a combined 47 points in the victory. Jimmy Butler tallied 14 points, five rebounds, and five assists for the Heat. The Heat lead this best-of-seven series, 3-2, with Game 6 taking place on Saturday, May 27 (8:30 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Celtics 116, Heat 99

Led by Jayson Tatum's 33 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists, the No. 2 seed Celtics defeat the No. 8 seed Heat in Game 5, 116-99. Jaylen Brown (16 points, four rebounds, four assists) and Derrick White (16 points, three 3pt. FG) added a combined 32 points in the victory, while Jimmy Butler tallied 29 points, nine rebounds and five assists for the Heat in the losing effort. The Heat lead the series, 3-1, with Game 4 taking place on Thursday, May 25, (8:30 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Nuggets 113, Lakers 111

Led by Nikola Jokic's 30 points, 14 rebounds, and 13 assists, the Nuggets defeated the Lakers in Game 4, 113-111. Jamal Murray added 25 points for the Nuggets in the victory, while LeBron James led all scorers with 40 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists for the Lakers. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-0, the Nuggets will now advance to the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history, where they will face the winner of the Boston Celtics-Miami Heat series (Miami leads, 3-0).

Game Recap: Heat 128, Celtics 102

Led by Gabe Vincent's Playoff career-high 29 points, the Heat defeated the Celtics in Game 3, 128-102. Jimmy Butler added 16 points, eight rebounds, and six assists for the Heat in the victory, while Jayson Tatum tallied 14 points and 10 rebounds for the Celtics. The Heat lead this best-of-seven series, 3-0, with Game 4 taking place on Tuesday, May 23 (8:30 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Nuggets 119, Lakers 108

Led by Jamal Murray's 37 points, seven rebounds and six assists, the No. 1 seed Nuggets defeat the No. 7 seed Lakers in Game 3, 119-108. Nikola Jokic (24 points, six rebounds, eight assists) and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (17 points, four 3pt. FG) added a combined 41 points in the victory. Anthony Davis (28 points, 18 rebounds) and LeBron James (23 points, seven rebounds, 12 assists) combined for 51 points for the Lakers in the losing effort. The Nuggets lead the best-of-seven series, 3-0, with Game four taking place on Monday, May 22 (8:30 p.m. ET, ESPN).

Game Recap: Heat 111, Celtics 105

After closing the game on a 24-9 run, the Heat defeated the Celtics in Game 2, 111-105. Jimmy Butler led the way for the Heat with 27 points, eight rebounds and six assists, while Caleb Martin (Playoff career-high 25 points) and Bam Adebayo (22 points, 17 rebounds, nine assists) added a combined 47 points in the victory. Jayson Tatum tallied 34 points, 13 rebounds, and eight assists for the Celtics. The Heat lead this best-of-seven series, 2-0, with Game 3 taking place on Sunday, May 21 (8:30 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Nuggets 108, Lakers 103

Led by Jamal Murray's 37 points (23 in the 4th quarter), 10 rebounds, and five assists, the Nuggets defeated the Lakers in Game 2, 108-103. Nikola Jokic added 23 points, 17 rebounds, and 12 assists for the Nuggets in the victory, his 4th consecutive Triple-Double and his 7th of the Playoffs, while LeBron James tallied 22 points, nine rebounds, and 10 assists for the Lakers. The Nuggets lead this best-of-seven series, 2-0, with Game 3 taking place on Saturday, May 20 (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC).

Game Recap: Heat 123, Celtics 116

Led by Jimmy Butler's 35 points, five rebounds, seven assists and six steals, the No. 8 seed Heat defeat the No. 2 seed Celtics in Game 1, 123-116. Bam Adebayo added 20 points, eight rebounds and five assists in the victory, while Jayson Tatum tallied 30 points and seven rebounds for the Celtics in the losing effort. The Heat lead the best-of-seven series, 1-0, with Game 2 taking place on Friday, May 19 (8:30 p.m. ET, TNT)

Game Recap: Celtics 112, 76ers 88

Led by Jayson Tatum's Game 7 record 51 points, along with 13 rebounds, and five assists, the Celtics defeated the 76ers in Game 7, 112-88. Jaylen Brown added 25 points and six rebounds for the Celtics in the victory, while Joel Embiid tallied 15 points and eight rebounds for the 76ers. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-3, the Celtics will now advance to the Eastern Conference Finals to face the Miami Heat. Game 1 will take place on Wednesday, May 17 (8:30 p.m. ET, TNT).

Lakers vanquish Warriors, advance to West finals

Led by LeBron James' 30 points (10-14 FG), nine rebounds, and nine assists, the Lakers defeated the Warriors in Game 6, 122-101. Anthony Davis added 17 points and 20 rebounds for the Lakers in the victory, while Stephen Curry led all scorers with 32 points, six rebounds, and five assists for the Warriors. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-2, the Lakers will advance to the Western Conference Finals where they will face the Denver Nuggets. Game 1 will take place on Tuesday, May 16 (ESPN, 8:30 p.m. ET).

Heat stifle Knicks, return to East finals

Led by Jimmy Butler's 24 points, eight rebounds, and four assists, the No. 8 seed Heat defeated the No. 5 seed Knicks in Game 6, 96-92. Bam Adebayo added 23 points and nine rebounds for the Heat in the victory, while Jalen Brunson led all scorers with 41 points (14-22 FG) for the Knicks. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-2, the Heat will advance to the Eastern Conference Finals where they will face the winner of the Boston Celtics-Philadelphia 76ers series (currently tied, 3-3). Game 1 will take place on Wednesday, May 17 (8:30 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Nuggets 125, Suns 100

The Nuggets defeated the Suns in Game 6, 125-100. Nikola Jokic tallied the eleventh Playoff triple-double of his career with 32 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds while Jamal Murray added 26 points, four rebounds, and four assists for the Nuggets. Cameron Payne totaled 31 points and six rebounds for the Suns as Kevin Durant added 23 points, five rebounds, and five assists. After closing out the series, 4-2, the Nuggets now advance to the Western Conference Finals where they will face the winner of the Golden State Warriors-Los Angeles Lakers series (Lakers lead 3-2).

Game Recap: Celtics 95, 76ers 86

The Celtics defeated the 76ers in Game 6, 95-86. Marcus Smart led the Celtics with 22 points, seven assists, and seven rebounds as Jayson Tatum added 19 points, nine rebounds, and six assists. Joel Embiid tallied 26 points, 10 rebounds, and three blocks while Tyrese Maxey added 26 points, five rebounds, and three assists for the 76ers. The best-of-seven series is now tied, 3-3, with Game 7 taking place on Sunday, May 14.

Game Recap: Warriors 121, Lakers 106

Led by Stephen Curry's 27 points and eight assists, the No. 6 seed Warriors defeat the No. 7 seed Lakers in Game 5, 121-106. Andrew Wiggins (25 points, seven rebounds, five assists) and Draymond Green (20 points, 10 rebounds, four assists) added a combined 45 points in the victory. LeBron James (25 points, nine rebounds) and Anthony Davis (23 points, nine rebounds) combined for 48 points for the Lakers in the losing effort. The Lakers lead the best-of-seven series, 3-2, with Game 6 taking place on Friday, May 12.

Game Recap: Knicks 112, Heat 103

Led by Jalen Brunson's 38 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, the No. 5 seed Knicks defeat the No. 8 seed Heat in Game 5, 112-103. RJ Barrett (26 points, seven rebounds) and Julius Randle (24 points, five rebounds, five assists) added a combined 50 points in the victory, while Jimmy Butler tallied 19 points, seven rebounds and nine assists for the Heat in the losing effort. The Heat lead the best-of-seven series, 3-2, with Game 6 taking place on Friday, May 12.

Game Recap: Nuggets 118, Suns 102

Led by Nikola Jokic's 29 points, 13 rebounds and 12 assists, the No. 1 seed Nuggets defeat the No. 4 seed Suns in Game 5, 118-102. Bruce Brown (25 points, five rebounds) and Jamal Murray (19 points, five rebounds, six assists) added a combined 44 points in the victory. Devin Booker (28 points, six rebounds, four assists) and Kevin Durant (26 points, 11 rebounds, seven assists) combined for 54 points for the Suns in the losing effort. The Nuggets lead the best-of-seven series, 3-2, with Game 6 taking place on Thursday, May 11 (10:00 p.m. ET, ESPN).

Game Recap: 76ers 115, Celtics 103

Led by Joel Embiid's 33 points, seven rebounds and four blocks, the No. 3 seed 76ers defeat the No. 2 seed Celtics in Game 5, 115-103. Tyrese Maxey (30 points, seven rebounds, six 3pt. FG) and James Harden (17 points, eight rebounds, 10 assists) added a combined 47 points in the victory, while Jayson Tatum tallied 36 points, 10 rebounds and five assists for the Celtics in the losing effort. The 76ers lead the best-of-seven series, 3-2, with Game 6 taking place on Thursday, May 11 (7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN).

Game Recap: Lakers 104, Warriors 101

The Lakers defeated the Warriors in Game 4, 104-101. LeBron James led the Lakers with 27 points, nine rebounds, and six assists as Anthony Davis added 23 points and 15 rebounds. Lonnie Walker IV scored all 15 of his points in the 4th quarter, shooting 6-9 from the floor for Los Angeles. Stephen Curry tallied the third triple-double of his Playoff career with 31 points, 14 assists, and 10 rebounds while Draymond Green totaled eight points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists for the Warriors. The Lakers lead the best-of-seven series, 3-1, with Game 5 taking place on Wednesday, May 10 (10:00 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Heat 109, Knicks 101

The Heat defeated the Knicks in Game 4, 109-101. Jimmy Butler led the Heat with 27 points, 10 assists, and six rebounds as Bam Adebayo added 23 points and 13 rebounds. Jalen Brunson tallied 32 points and 11 assists for the Knicks while Julius Randle totaled 20 points and nine rebounds. The Heat lead the best-of-seven series, 3-1, with Game 5 taking place on Wednesday, May 10 (7:30 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Suns 129, Nuggets 124

Devin Booker (36 points, six rebounds, playoff career-high 12 assists) and Kevin Durant (36 points, 11 rebounds, six assists) combine for 72 points as the No. 4 seed Suns defeat the No. 1 seed Nuggets in Game 4, 129-124. Nikola Jokic tallied a playoff career-high 53 points (20-30 FG), along with 11 assists for the Nuggets in the losing effort. The best-of-seven series is tied, 2-2, with Game 5 taking place on Tuesday, May 9 (10:00 p.m. ET, TNT)

Game Recap: 76ers 116, Celtics 115

Led by James Harden's 42 points, eight rebounds, and nine assists, including the go-ahead three with 19.0 seconds remaining in overtime, the No. 3 seed 76ers defeated the No. 2 seed Celtics in Game 4, 116-115. Joel Embiid added 34 points and 13 rebounds for the 76ers in the victory, while Jayson Tatum tallied 24 points, six assists, four blocks and a career-high 18 rebounds for the Celtics. This best-of-seven series is now tied, 2-2, with Game 5 taking place on Tuesday, May 9 (7:30 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Lakers 127, Warriors 97

Led by Anthony Davis's 25 points, 13 rebounds and four blocks, the No. 7 seed Lakers defeat the No. 6 seed Warriors in Game 3, 127-97. LeBron James (21 points, eight rebounds, eight assists) and D'Angelo Russell (21 points, five assists, five 3pt. FG) added a combined 42 points in the victory, while Stephen Curry tallied 23 points, four rebounds and four 3pt. FG for the Warriors in the losing effort. The Lakers lead the best-of-seven series, 2-1, with Game 4 taking place on Monday, May 8 (10:00 p.m. ET, TNT)

Game Recap: Heat 105, Knicks 86

Led by Jimmy Butler's 28 points, four rebounds, and three assists, the No. 8 seed Heat defeat the No. 5 seed Knicks, 105-86. Max Strus (19 points, three 3pt. FG) and Bam Adebayo (17 points, 12 rebounds) added a combined 36 points in the victory, while Jalen Brunson tallied 20 points, six rebounds and eight assists for the Knicks in the losing effort. The Heat lead the best-of-seven series, 2-1, with Game 4 taking place on Monday, May 8 (7:30 p.m. ET, TNT)

Game Recap: Suns 121, Nuggets 114

Led by Devin Booker’s 47 points (20-25 FG), six rebounds, and nine assists, the Suns defeated the Nuggets in Game 3, 121-114. Kevin Durant added 39 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists for the Suns in the victory, while Nikola Jokic tallied 30 points, 17 rebounds, and a Playoff career-high 17 assists for the Nuggets. The Nuggets lead this best-of-seven series, 2-1, with Game 4 taking place on Sunday, May 7 (8:00 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Celtics 114, 76ers 102

Led by Jayson Tatum’s 27 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists, the Celtics defeated the 76ers in Game 3, 114-102. Jaylen Brown added 23 points, seven rebounds, and five assists for the Celtics in the victory, while Joel Embiid led all scorers with 30 points, 13 rebounds, and four blocks for the 76ers. The Celtics lead this best-of-seven series, 2-1, with Game 4 taking place on Sunday, May 7 (3:30 p.m. ET, ESPN).

Game Recap: Warriors 127, Lakers 100

Led by Klay Thompson's 30 points (8-11 3pt FG), the Warriors defeated the Lakers in Game 2, 127-100. Stephen Curry (20 points, 12 assists) and Draymond Green (11 points, 11 rebounds, nine assists) added a combined 31 points for the Warriors in the victory, while LeBron James (23 points, seven rebounds) and Anthony Davis (11 points, seven rebounds, four assists, three blocks) combined for 34 points for the Lakers in the losing effort. This best-of-seven series is now tied, 1-1, with Game 3 taking place on Saturday, May 6 (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC).

Game Recap: Celtics 121, 76ers 87

Led by Jalen Brown's 25 points, the No. 2 seed Celtics defeated the No. 3 seed 76ers in Game 2, 121-87. Malcolm Brogdon added 23 points for the Celtics in the victory, while Jayson Tatum tallied seven points (1-7 FG), seven rebounds, and three assists. Joel Embiid tallied 15 points and five blocks for the 76ers in the losing effort. This best-of-seven series is now tied, 1-1, with Game 3 taking place on Friday, May 5 (7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN).

Game Recap: Lakers 117, Warriors 112

Led by Anthony Davis's 30 points and 23 rebounds, the No. 7 seed Lakers defeat the No. 6 seed Warriors 117-112 in Game 1.

Game Recap: Knicks 111, Heat 105

Led by Jalen Brunson's 30 points, five rebounds and six 3pt. FG, the No. 5 seed Knicks defeat the No. 8 seed Heat in Game 2, 111-105. Julius Randle (playoff career-high 25 points, 12 rebounds, eight assists) and RJ Barrett (24 points, three rebounds, three assists, five 3pt. FG) combine for 49 points in the victory. Caleb Martin tallied a playoff-career high 22 points, along with eight rebounds and 4 3pt. FG for the Heat in the losing effort. The Knicks and Heat are tied in the best-of-seven series, 1-1, with Game 3 taking place on Saturday, May 6 (3:30 p.m. ET, ABC).

Game Recap: Nuggets 97, Suns 87

Led by Nikola Jokic's 39 points and 16 rebounds lead the Nuggets past the Suns in Game 2.

Game Recap: 76ers 119, Celtics 115

James Harden ties his playoff career high with 45 points to fuel Philadelphia's upset of Boston in Game 1.

Game Recap: Warriors 120, Kings 100

Led by Stephen Curry's playoff-career high 50 points, along with eight rebounds, six assists and seven 3pt. FG, the No. 6 seed Warriors defeat the No. 3 seed Kings in Game 7, 120-100. Andrew Wiggins (17 points, seven rebounds) and Kevon Looney (11 points, 21 rebounds) added a combined 28 points in the victory, while Domantas Sabonis tallied 22 points, eight rebounds and seven assists for the Kings in the losing effort. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-3, the Warriors now advance to the Western Conference Semifinals where they will face the Los Angeles Lakers. Game 1 will be played on Tuesday, May 2 (10:00 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Heat 108, Knicks 101

The Heat beat the Knicks 108-101 in Game 1 behind Jimmy Butler's 25 points and 11 rebounds.

Game Recap: Nuggets 125, Suns 107

Led by Jamal Murray's 34 points (6 3pt. FG), five rebounds and nine assists, the No. 1 seed Nuggets defeat the No. 4 seed Suns in Game 1, 125-107. Nikola Jokic (24 points, 19 rebounds, five assists) and Aaron Gordon (23 points, six rebounds) added a combined 47 points in the victory, while Kevin Durant tallied 29 points and 14 rebounds for the Suns in the losing effort. The Nuggets lead the best-of-seven series, 1-0, with Game 2 taking place on Monday, May 1 (10:00 p.m. ET, TNT).

Game Recap: Lakers 125, Grizzlies 85

Led by D'Angelo Russell's playoff career-high 31 points and five 3pt. FG, the No. 7 seed Lakers defeat the No. 2 seed Grizzlies in Game 6, 125-85. LeBron James (22 points, five rebounds, six assists) and Anthony Davis (16 points, 14 rebounds, five blocks) added a combined 38 points in the victory, while Desmond Bane tallied 15 points and five rebounds for the Grizzlies. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-2, the Lakers now advance to the Western Conference Semifinals where they will face the winner of Kings-Warriors.

Game Recap: Kings 118, Warriors 99

Led by De'Aaron Fox's 26 points and playoff career-high 11 assists, the No. 3 seed Kings defeat the No. 6 seed Warriors in Game 6, 118-99. Malik Monk (28 points, seven rebounds, four assists) and Keegan Murray (15 points, 12 rebounds) added a combined 43 points in the victory. Stephen Curry led all scorers with 29 points, four rebounds and five assists for the Warriors in the losing effort. The Warriors and Kings are tied in the best-of-seven series, 3-3, with Game 7 taking place on Sunday, April 30th.

Game Recap: Celtics 128, Hawks 120

Led by Jayson Tatum's 30 points, 14 rebounds, and seven assists, the Celtics defeated the Hawks in Game 6, 128-120. Jaylen Brown added 32 points for the Celtics in the victory, while Trae Young tallied 30 points and 10 assists for the Hawks. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-2, the Celtics now advance to the Eastern Conference Semifinals where they will face the Philadelphia 76ers. Game 1 will be played on May 1.

Game Recap: Heat 128, Bucks 126

Led by Jimmy Butler's 42 points, eight rebounds and four assists, the No. 8 seed Heat defeat the No. 1 seed Bucks, 128-126, in overtime. Bam Adebayo added his first career playoff triple-double with 20 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists in the victory, while Giannis Antetokounmpo (38 points, 20 rebounds) and Khris Middleton (33 points, six rebounds, six assists) added a combined 71 points for the Bucks in the losing effort. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-1, the Heat now advance to the Eastern Conference Semifinals where they will face the New York Knicks on Sunday, April 30th.

Game Recap: Warriors 123, Kings 116

Led by Stephen Curry's 30 points and eight assists, the No. 6 seed Warriors defeated the No. 3 seed Kings in Game 5, 123-116. Klay Thompson (25 points) and Draymond Green (21 points, four rebounds, seven assists, four steals) added a combined 46 points for the Warriors in the victory, while DeAaron Fox tallied 24 points, seven rebounds, and nine assists for the Kings. The Warriors lead this best-of-seven series, 3-2, with Game 6 taking place on Friday, April 28 (8:00 p.m. ET, ESPN).

Game Recap: Grizzlies 116, Lakers 99

Led by Desmond Bane's 33 points, 10 rebounds and five assists, the No. 2 seed Grizzlies defeat the No. 7 seed Lakers, 116-99. Ja Morant added 31 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists in the victory, while Anthony Davis tallied 31 points and 19 rebounds for the Lakers in the losing effort. The Lakers lead the best-of-seven series, 3-2, with Game 6 taking place Friday, April 28th.

Game Recap: Knicks 106, Cavaliers 95

Led by Jalen Brunson's 23 points, four rebounds and four assists, the No. 5 seed Knicks defeat the No. 4 seed Cavaliers in Game 5, 106-95. RJ Barrett added 21 points, four rebounds and four assists in the victory, while Donovan Mitchell tallied 28 points, seven rebounds and five assists for the Cavaliers in the losing effort. After closing out the best-of-seven series, 4-1, the Knicks now advance to the Eastern Conference Semifinals where they will face the winner of the Miami Heat-Milwaukee Bucks series (Heat lead, 3-1).

Game Recap: Suns 136, Clippers 130

Led by Devin Booker's playoff career-high tying 47 points, along with eight rebounds and 10 assists, the No. 4 seed Suns defeat the No. 5 seed Clippers in Game 5, 136-130. Kevin Durant (31 points, six rebounds, four assists) and Deandre Ayton (21 points, 11 rebounds) added a combined 52 points in the victory. Norman Powell has tallied 27 points and three assists for the Clippers in the losing effort. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-1, the Suns now advance to the Western Conference Semifinals where they will face the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, April 29th.

Game Recap: Nuggets 112, Timberwolves 109

Led by Nikola Jokic's 28 points, 17 rebounds and 12 assists, the No. 1 seed Nuggets defeat the No. 8 seed Timberwolves in Game 5, 112-109. Jamal Murray added 35 points, four rebounds and five assists in the victory, while Anthony Edwards tallied 29 points, eight rebounds and seven assists for the Timberwolves in the losing effort. After closing out this best-of-seven series, 4-1, the Nuggets now advance to the Western Conference Semifinals where they will face the winner of the Phoenix Suns-LA Clippers series (Suns lead, 3-1).