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Cavaliers edge pistons 117-113 in ot to take 3-2 series lead
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The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Detroit Pistons 117-113 in overtime during Game 5 on Wednesday to grab a 3-2 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series. A controversial no-call in the final seconds of regulation sent the game to extra time.
Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner described a lack of discipline during Doc Rivers' tenure as head coach last season. Speaking on the podcast Game Recognize Game, Turner said Rivers never issued fines, which allowed players including Giannis Antetokounmpo to arrive late to flights and meetings.
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LeBron James enters free agency in 2026 after earning $52.6 million in the 2025-26 season. Analysts assess whether the NBA's all-time highest earner will accept a maximum deal or a minimum salary to chase another championship.
Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith said the team is open to any move, including a potential trade up to the No. 1 pick, to land BYU wing AJ Dybantsa in the upcoming NBA Draft.
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Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at age 29. His agency announced the news Tuesday afternoon, with the cause of death still under investigation by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
The New York Knicks completed a sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday with a 144-114 victory. Every Knicks starter scored at least 12 points in the decisive Game 4.
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The Washington Wizards secured the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft after winning the league's draft lottery on Sunday. The victory marks a significant turnaround for a franchise that has endured years of losing seasons and poor lottery outcomes.
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