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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

Doncic is playing through a stomach bug in Game 3 against the Minnesota Timberwolves Friday night.

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

Doncic is playing through a stomach bug in Game 3 against the Minnesota Timberwolves Friday night.

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

The Lakers' coach kept it real.

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

The pot's calling the kettle black.

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

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

Jalen Brunson really blocked out the noise in Detroit on Thursday.

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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)

Knicks-Pistons Game 3 featured a very strange ending.

Tom Thibodeau on Knicks-Pistons Game 3 Ending: ‘That Should Never Happen'

Karl-Anthony Towns was all smiles after the Knicks' Game 3 win.

Karl-Anthony Towns Had Hilarious Reaction to Clock Malfunction at End of Knicks' Win

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (10) warms up before the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center.

Warriors Get Mixed Jimmy Butler Injury Update Ahead of Game 3 vs. Rockets

The LA Clippers 'Wall' has been a home for the organization's most passionate fans

Clippers Have Bizarre Fan Mask Distraction Planned for Nuggets Free-Throws

Isaiah Stewart didn’t do anything this time.

TNT Made Sure to Locate Isaiah Stewart in Street Clothes During Knicks-Pistons Scuffle

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after a play during the second quarter during game two of the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center.

Steph Curry Got Brutally Honest on Warriors’ Game Plan After Jimmy Butler Injury

Mobley blocked over 100 shots in the 2024-25 regular season.

Evan Mobley Named 2024–25 NBA Defensive Player of the Year

Butler directs teammates before a play.

Jimmy Butler's Agent Sent Cryptic Text to NBA Insider About His Injury Status

Mitchell is key to the Cavaliers’ title pursuit.

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

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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

James and the Lakers are rolling as the postseason nears.

Lakers Have Quickly Morphed Into a Genuine Title Contender

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Unknown date; Boston, MA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Philadelphia 76ers forward Julius Erving (6) takes a jump shot against the Boston Celtics at the Boston Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dick Raphael-Imagn Images

76ers Legend Julius Erving Makes Touching Instagram Post

Sep 24, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) during media day at Auerbach Center. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Jaylen Brown Makes Shockingly Honest Statement After Celtics-Magic Game

Feb 28, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick talks to guard Luka Doncic (77) during the second quarter against the LA Clippers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images

JJ Redick Makes Blunt Comment About State Of Los Angeles Lakers

Mar 2, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (10) reacts after a play during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Darius Garland's Official Injury Status For Cavs-Heat Game

Jan 2, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) celebrates after making a shot against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Jayson Tatum Made NBA History In Celtics-Magic Game

Nov 30, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Recording artist Drake watches the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Toronto Raptors at Staples Center. Lakers won 129-122 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Drake Wins Big in Lakers Game 3 Loss vs Timberwolves

Apr 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half during game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

NBA World Reacts To Luka Doncic's Performance In Lakers-Timberwolves Game

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels shoots the ball over Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic in the first half during Game 3 of their first-round playoff series at Target Center in Minneapolis on April 25, 2025.

Anthony Edwards' late heroics lift Wolves over Lakers in Game 3

Apr 19, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) reach for a loose ball in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Ex-NBA Guard Patrick Beverley Reacts to Anthony Edwards' Dunk on Luka Doncic