In the second quarter of Game 2 between the Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James showcased his enduring dominance by rejecting a dunk attempt by Denver Nuggets center Nikola Vucevic. James’s timely intervention prevented a potential scoring play and ignited reactions from both the Lakers’ bench and legendary Lakers player Magic Johnson. This play demonstrates James’s continued athleticism and defensive prowess even in his 21st NBA season.
The New York Knicks stunned the Philadelphia 76ers 104-101 in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series on Monday night, taking a commanding 2-0 lead. Trailing by five with under 30 seconds remaining, the Knicks rallied with a 3-pointer by Jalen Brunson and a game-winning shot by Donte DiVincenzo. Josh Hart contributed 21 points and 15 rebounds, while DiVincenzo added 19 points. Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers with 35 points, 10 assists, and nine rebounds, but Joel Embiid was limited to 34 points.
Donte DiVincenzo’s late 3-pointer and a strong finish by the New York Knicks helped them pull off a 104-101 upset win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference first-round series on Monday night. The 76ers had rallied from an eight-point deficit but couldn’t hold on as the Knicks scored the final eight points of the game.
Josh Hart’s all-around play helped the New York Knicks steal a 104-101 victory in Game 2 against the Philadelphia 76ers, giving them a 2-0 series lead. Hart scored 21 points, grabbed 15 rebounds, and made several key plays down the stretch, including ripping the ball away from Tyrese Maxey for a steal with 16.8 seconds left. The 76ers continue to struggle to contain Hart, who has emerged as an X-factor in the series.
In a stunning turn of events, the New York Knicks snatched victory from the jaws of defeat on Monday night, overcoming a 101-96 deficit to defeat the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. With pandemonium reigning and chaos ensuing, the Knicks managed to score six points in just 14 seconds, including a fortunate three-pointer by Jalen Brunson and a game-winning three by Donte DiVincenzo.
The Cleveland Cavaliers have taken a commanding 2-0 lead in their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series against the Orlando Magic, thanks to a combination of strong offense led by Donovan Mitchell and Jarrett Allen, and suffocating defense that has held Orlando’s scoring in check.
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Orlando Magic 96-86 on Monday night, extending their lead in their first-round Eastern Conference series to 2-0. Donovan Mitchell led the Cavs with 23 points, while Jarrett Allen grabbed 20 rebounds. Paolo Banchero scored 21 points for the Magic, who struggled with their shooting, making only 36% of their attempts.
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Orlando Magic 96-86 in Game 2 of their first-round series, taking a 2-0 lead. Jarrett Allen, Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, and Evan Mobley led the Cavs with balanced scoring, while Orlando struggled offensively, shooting just 36.3% from the field. The series now shifts to Orlando for Games 3 and 4.
The Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets face off in Game 2 of their first-round NBA playoff series on Monday night. DraftKings is offering up to $1,250 in bonuses to new customers who bet on the game. The Lakers are looking to even up the series after losing Game 1, while the Nuggets are looking to take a commanding 2-0 lead.
Josh Hart has emerged as a sharpshooting threat for the New York Knicks in the NBA Playoffs, connecting on seven of his last nine three-point attempts. In the first half of Game 2 against the Philadelphia 76ers, Hart drained four of five threes to lead the Knicks with 19 points.
