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Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic is a great prop target on Sunday.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Luka Doncic, Karl-Anthony Towns)

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA playoff action on Sunday, April 27.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic is a great prop target on Sunday.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Luka Doncic, Karl-Anthony Towns)

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA playoff action on Sunday, April 27.

Nikola Jokic laughs about what his final shot attempt became.

Nikola Jokic Could Only Laugh After His Clutch Airball Set Up Aaron Gordon's Game-Winner

Nuggets star did not pretend it was a pass.

Aaron Gordon dunks the game-winner against the Los Angeles Clippers right in front of owner Steve Ballmer.

Steve Ballmer Had a Great Seat for Aaron Gordon’s Game-Winning Dunk

Steve Ballmer was going nuts during the Clippers fourth quarter comeback and saw Aaron Gordon’s game-winner up close.

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon celebrates his game-winning dunk at Intuit Dome.

Alternate Angles of Aaron Gordon's Buzzer-Beater Equally Devastating for Clippers Fans

A series-shifting second.

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Aaron Gordon slam dunks the game-winner at the buzzer in Game 4.

Nuggets Beat Clippers on Controversial Aaron Gordon Buzzer-Beating Dunk

Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler is out for Game 3 against the Houston Rockets.

Warriors Rule Star Jimmy Butler Out for Game 3 vs. Rockets

Cleveland Cavaliers star guard Darius Garland is out for Saturday's Game 3.

Cavaliers Rule Out Star Darius Garland for Game 3 vs. Heat

Brown had 19 points in Game 3

Jaylen Brown Ripped Referees After Celtics' Game 3 Loss: 'It's Not Even Basketball'

James set an NBA record on Friday night

LeBron James Made NBA History With Big Performance Despite Lakers' Game 3 Loss

Luka Doncic is playing through a stomach bug in Game 3 against the Minnesota Timberwolves

Luka Doncic Reportedly Playing Through Stomach Bug in Game 3 vs. Timberwolves

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Redick speaks to reporters before a playoff game against the Minnesota Timberwolves

JJ Redick Ruthlessly Explained Why He Loves Road Playoff Games

Dillon Brooks #9 of the Houston Rockets defends Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors in the first half in Game Two of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center on April 23, 2025 in Houston, Texas.

Rockets’ Dillon Brooks Takes Shot at ‘Dirty’ Draymond Green Over Jimmy Butler Injury

Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns talk to the media.

Jalen Brunson and KAT Hilariously Cornered Reporter Who Asked About NSFW Chant

Ja Morant warms up before a playoff game against the Thunder.

Grizzlies' Ja Morant Out for Game 4 vs. Thunder After Fall Thursday

Leonard (2) is on a mission to get another NBA title.

Clippers Appear to Finally Have the Right Title-Pursuing Puzzle Pieces

Nikola Jokic reacts to the Nuggets blowout loss on the bench.

Frustrated Nikola Jokic Caught Yelling on the Bench During Blowout Loss to Clippers

Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam is a great prop target on Friday night.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Celtics-Magic, Pacers-Bucks, Pascal Siakam)

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and forward Chet Holmgren helped their team storm back from 29 points down to beat the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 3 of their first round NBA playoff series.

Thunder Make Playoff History With Huge Comeback to Beat Grizzlies

Suns guard Dan Majerle defends Bulls guard Michael Jordan during Game 1 of the NBA Finals in 1993 in Phoenix.

Most Points in an NBA Playoff Game (Individual & Team Totals)

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Mitchell is key to the Cavaliers’ title pursuit.

NBA Playoffs: One Thing We’ve Learned About Every Team in First Round

Doncic (77) had another 30-point night in the Lakers’ Game 2 win.

Full Throttle Luka Doncic Is Exactly What the Lakers Need

Curry put up 31 points in Golden State's 95–85 win over Houston in Game 1.

SI:AM | Vintage Stephen Curry Performance Leads Warriors Over Rockets

Dort and Holmgren will be key to the Thunder’s championship chase.

NBA Championship Power Rankings: Thunder Roll Into Postseason As Favorites

Gilgeous-Alexander is the front-runner for MVP.

NBA Awards Ballot: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Nikola Jokic for MVP, Plus All Other Picks

Amen Thompson

Amen Thompson Primed to Soar As Houston Launches NBA Title Chase

Butler and Curry are healthy entering the NBA playoffs and have a favorable first-round matchup.

NBA Playoffs Upset Watch: Four Low Seeds Who Could Defy the Odds

Williams goes up for a shot against the Rockets.

Jalen Williams Isn’t Backing Down in Thunder’s Pursuit of an NBA Title

Tatum and Brown look for a rebound against Mavericks guard Klay Thompson.

Five Trends That Could Decide 2025 NBA Playoffs

Mobley drives to the basket against Clippers guard Kris Dunn in March.

Evan Mobley Has the Magic Touch for East Top Seed Cavaliers

How the Lakers Surged Into Title Contention One Move at a Time

Cunningham will make his postseason debut this season as the Pistons clinched their first berth since 2019.

Cade Cunningham and the NBA Playoff Debuts We Can’t Wait to See

James (23) is one of the foremost postseason performers of this generation.

NBA Playoff Risers: LeBron James Highlights Players Who Meet the Moment

Flagg is locked into the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NBA draft.

2025 NBA Mock Draft: How the First Round Projects After NCAA Tournament

Gilgeous-Alexander (center) put up 42 points against the Lakers on Tuesday.

After Lakers Rout, Thunder Rediscover Their Fight Just in Time for Playoffs

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Apr 24, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) dribbles defended by Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson (9) in the first half during game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Knicks’ Jalen Brunson Lands ‘Foul Hunting’ Criticism vs Pistons

Apr 25, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) goes to the basket against Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0) during the second half of game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Celtics Notes: Boston Face Major Jaylen Brown Injury Concern, Controversial Game 3 Loss, and More

Apr 19, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; NBA on TNT television analyst Reggie Miller during the New Orleans Pelicans against the Phoenix Suns in game two of the first round for the 2022 NBA playoffs at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Pacers Notes: Reggie Miller Revisits Kobe Incident, Carlisle Talks Rotation Change, More

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry stands on the court against the Houston Rockets.

Warriors' Stephen Curry Continues to Torch Rockets

Apr 26, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) looks on during a time out during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game four for the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Grizzlies Without NBA Draft Pick Following First Round Sweep

Apr 24, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) controls the ball against Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) and guard Kris Dunn (8) during the first half of game three in the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

OKC Thunder’s Round 2 Opponent Unclear Through Four Games

Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson takes a shot before a game against the Washington Wizards.

Grizzlies Could Target Nets Forward in Trade

Apr 26, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) dribbles the basketball as Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) defends in the third quarter during game three for the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo Reflects On “Embarrassing” 37-Point Loss

Apr 10, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; New York Knicks forward Precious Achiuwa (5) defends against Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (28) during the second half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

Detroit Pistons Coach Provides Health Update on Isaiah Stewart