Knicks’ defense locked in to shut down Hawks in performance they can only hope to repeat
It was the key to this 113-102 victory, the Knicks ramping up their defensive intensity and shutting down Atlanta after halftime.
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Ime Udoka Raises Concern Over Kevin Durant’s Injury, Says It’s Affecting His Movement
During Saturday’s pre-game press conference, Houston head coach Ime Udoka shared a painful update on Kevin Durant's injury.
Rockets vs. Lakers Post-Game Stats: Luke Kennard Masterclass Leads LA To Series Lead
The Lakers started the first round of the playoffs with a 107–98 victory against the Rockets behind Luke Kennard's stellar performance.
LeBron James, Luke Kennard go off in Lakers’ Game 1 win over Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers handed head coach JJ Redick confidence and assurance experience will prevail Saturday. The likes of LeBron James and Luke Kennard provided just that and more against the Houston Rockets. James delivered the double-double in his latest NBA Playoffs appearance. Kennard dropped a team-high 27, though, in leading the 107-98 win inside […] The post LeBron James, Luke Kennard go off in Lakers’ Game 1 win over Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
LeBron James rushes over to young fan after accidentally hitting her with ball during Lakers playoff game
During the first quarter of their Game 1 battle with the Houston Rockets , James got across to intercept a pass near the edge of the court - but accidentally swatted the ball into a fan courtside.
Where to watch Celtic vs. St. Mirren live stream, TV channel, start time for Scottish Cup match – sportingnews.com
Where to watch Celtic vs. St. Mirren live stream, TV channel, start time for Scottish Cup match sportingnews.com
Jaden McDaniels Wants All the Smoke With Nikola Jokic as Tensions Flare in Heated Moment
In the third quarter Minnesota forward Jaden McDaniels shoved Nikola Jokic from behind without an obvious trigger.
Quin Snyder gives props to Knicks after Game 1 win: ‘Pick your poison’
Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder gave the New York Knicks their flowers after a 113-102 loss in Game 1 of their best-of-7 series. The Knicks have a 1-0 lead in the first round. All-Star Jalen Brunson scored 19 of his 28 points in the opening frame before closing out the Hawks in the final […] The post Quin Snyder gives props to Knicks after Game 1 win: ‘Pick your poison’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Luke Kennard, LeBron James lead Lakers to Game 1 win over Kevin Durant-less Rockets
So much of the dialogue leading into Saturday was about how the Lakers would withstand being without Luka Doncic (left hamstring strain) and Austin Reaves (left oblique strain) during their playoff series against the Rockets.
Luke Kennard stats vs. Rockets: Luka Doncic replacement shoots the lights out for Lakers in Game 1 – sportingnews.com
Luke Kennard stats vs. Rockets: Luka Doncic replacement shoots the lights out for Lakers in Game 1 sportingnews.com
‘Insane,’ ‘Nobody Has Ever Done This’ — NBA World Reacts as Lakers’ LeBron James Sets Multiple Playoff Records in Year 23
LeBron James garners admiration after putting on a historic passing clinic in the Lakers' Game 1 playoff win over Houston in the first round.
Luke Kennard Makes Lakers History in Game 1 vs Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of an undermanned Houston Rockets team on Saturday night for Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. The night especially went well for Luke Kennard, who made his playoff debut with the Lakers. As the Lakers cruised past the Rockets, who found out that Kevin Durant would miss the […] The post Luke Kennard Makes Lakers History in Game 1 vs Rockets appeared first on Heavy Sports.
“All Bark, No Bite, Zero Rings”: Fans Explode After Jaden McDaniels Shoves Nikola Jokic in the Back During Game 1 of Nuggets-Timberwolves Series
Game 1 of the Nuggets-Timberwolves series took a colorful turn when Jaden McDaniels shoved Nikola Jokic in the back.
Stephen A. Smith branded as ‘fake’ Knicks fan after he ditched Game 1 for different event
Stephen A. Smith was spotted at a marquee event on Saturday, but it wasn’t the New York Knicks’ postseason opener. The ESPN personality was seen at Day 1 of WrestleMania 42 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nev. Smith got booed heavily by the tens of thousands of WWE fans in attendance. They really booed … The post Stephen A. Smith branded as ‘fake’ Knicks fan after he ditched Game 1 for different event appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
"Nobody had ever seen anything like that" – Joakim Noah compares Victor Wembanyama to legends, backs Spurs' playoff run – Basketball Network
"Nobody had ever seen anything like that" - Joakim Noah compares Victor Wembanyama to legends, backs Spurs' playoff run Basketball Network
‘Dope Sh*t’ — Shannon Sharpe, Dez Bryant, NFL World React As LeBron James Puts Lakers on His Back in Game 1 Win
Past and present NFL stars were watching as LeBron James and the Lakers defeated the Rockets in Game 1 of the Western Conference first-round series.
Is Jalen Brunson Hurt? Knicks Star Suffers Injury Scare in Game 1
The 2026 NBA Playoffs are barely a game old, and the drama is already in full swing. Game 1 between the New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden had it all, a dominant Jalen Brunson performance, a second-quarter scare, and one moment that stopped the game cold and got everyone talking.McCollum Catches […] The post Is Jalen Brunson Hurt? Knicks Star Suffers Injury Scare in Game 1 appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Joyous New York Knicks fans shut down Seventh Avenue in wild scenes after opening playoff win
The Knicks got off the mark in style after claiming a 113-102 victory over the Hawks in Game 1 of their first-round series, with star man Jalen Brunson putting up 28 points and seven assists for the hosts.
Jamal Murray Reacts to Timberwolves Coach’s Comments on His 16 Free Throws
Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray claps back at Minnesota Timberwolves coach, Chris Finch.
Kentucky battles Syracuse, Arizona, 10 others for former top-100 recruit in transfer portal – sportingnews.com
Kentucky battles Syracuse, Arizona, 10 others for former top-100 recruit in transfer portal sportingnews.com
Knicks fans were treated to full KAT experience in all its gory — and glory
There’s never been a Knick quite like him, and Karl-Anthony Towns seemed like he was ready to remind everyone of that Saturday night at MSG.
"If those guys stood up to him, it was over…a complete prick" – Lakers chronicler revealed Kobe bullied undrafted rookie free agents – Basketball Network
"If those guys stood up to him, it was over…a complete prick" - Lakers chronicler revealed Kobe bullied undrafted rookie free agents Basketball Network
Celebrities pack Lakers vs. Rockets playoff game from Travis Scott to Timothy Olyphant and more
Celebrities pack Lakers vs. Rockets playoff game from Travis Scott to Timothy Olyphant and more.
"Me shooting 9 shots is not going to win basketball games": Brandon Ingram sends clear message to Raptors coaching staff after Game 1 loss to Cavs – Sportskeeda
"Me shooting 9 shots is not going to win basketball games": Brandon Ingram sends clear message to Raptors coaching staff after Game 1 loss to Cavs Sportskeeda