The Mavericks roared back from a huge deficit in the fourth quarter, but Jaylen Brown hit big shots and drew big fouls to preserve the Game 3 win for the Celtics.
West’s contributions as a player were enough to earn him a spot in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, but his legacy extends far beyond that.
Besides their ability to drain logo threes like layups, Stephen Curry and Caitlin Clark share several other similarities. Neither player attended a high-profile college but became household names for their scoring exploits, with Curry winning one NCAA scoring title and Clark three (including the all-time record).
A Thunder-Durant reunion would benefit both parties immensely.
Even though the Celtics were winning, Jayson Tatum was facing pressure to show why he's one of the best players in the game. Tatum's struggles have been masked by Boston's depth, but game 3 was finally a night he put his best on display.
It’s not often a certified superstar takes the floor as a rookie, but men’s and women’s pro basketball experienced just that with Victor Wembanyama and Caitlin Clark entering the respective ranks over the past year.
It's a strong answer to anyone who believes the NBA wouldn't let a superstar foul out late in a big game.
The Celtics made their first eight shots of the third quarter and outscored the Mavericks 35-19 in the period. When the dust settled, the Celtics led 85-70.
Former teammates Jayson Tatum and Kyrie Irving were both struggling with their shots in the NBA Finals ... until the first half of Game 3 Wednesday night.
The Mavericks have been an elite defense since the trade deadline. Unless they're distracted by trying to get foul calls.
The Pelicans didn’t entirely avoid health issues in ’23-24, but they came about as close as they could realistically expect.
As they try to decide what to do with the top overall pick in this year’s draft, another interesting scenario may also be on the table for the Atlanta Hawks.
Jerry West had a direct impact on some of the greatest basketball players to ever live, and Michael Jordan says he was among them. West died on Wednesday at the age of 86.
Jerry West, "The Logo," died on Wednesday. For over 50 years, West's silhouette has been the defining image of the NBA, but the story behind the clean red, white and blue logo we all know is a lot messier than you might realize.
Jayson Tatum has become a complete player. He's operating at a new level and controlling the game's flow. Rather than hijacking the offense and acting like a superstar, he's facilitating for his teammates, allowing others to shine.
There will never be another Jerry West. It's hard to think of one athlete who donned as many hats and flourished in each of them.
The NBA’s most recognizable face has paid tribute to the late Jerry West. West died on Wednesday morning at the age of 86. Shortly after the Los Angeles Clippers shared the news, James posted a tribute via X in which he called West a “mentor.” “My mentor, My friend!
The Cavaliers‘ lengthy head coaching search appears to be nearing a resolution, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, who reports that the team has narrowed down a group that initially consisted of about 10 candidates to four or five finalists who will have in-person interviews.
The two-time defending champion Las Vegas Aces have lost three games in a row for the first time in nearly five years. Despite having a loaded roster headed by two-time reigning Defensive Player of the Year and two-time MVP A'ja Wilson, the Aces are 5-5 following their 100-86 loss to the Minnesota Lynx on Tuesday.
The Knicks have the draft assets to move up in the selection process if they believe Edey could be off the board by the time it's their turn to pick.
Lowry isn't the player he once was, but that doesn't mean he can't be a solid addition to the Knicks as they look to take the next step.
The sharpshooter's pregame and postgame routines involve a visit to the popcorn stand at every arena he visits.
Several Knicks players stepped up for injured teammates throughout the 2023-24 season and became key components in the best season the team has had in decades. One of those players could be headed elsewhere this summer.
Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis has a new injury to deal with, one that could keep him out of Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night.
The NCAA's all-time leading scorer has been chosen as an alternate and could head to Paris if one of the 12 players on the roster is unable to play.
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