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Five years ago today, Damian Lillard hit an iconic shot to break a 115-115 tie in Game 5 of the first-round playoff series between the Portland Blazers and Oklahoma City Thunder. The shot sent Oklahoma City home and propelled the Blazers into the second round of the NBA playoffs. Lillard scored 50 points that night to go along with seven rebounds and six assists. He shot 17 of 33 from the field and hit 10 of 18 threes. The Blazers defeated the Denver Nuggets 4-3 in the second round before falling 4-0 to the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference Finals.

Zion Williamson believes a return to the court before the playoffs end is a realistic possibility. The Pelicans star has been sidelined since April 16 with a left hamstring strain, but is making progress in his recovery. Williamson said he is passing tests and getting back to his baseline, and is hopeful he can return to action soon. The Pelicans have struggled without Williamson, losing Game 1 of their first-round series against the Thunder on Sunday. Williamson’s return would be a major boost for the Pelicans, who are looking to advance to the second round of the playoffs for the first time since 2018.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson is optimistic about his recovery from a hamstring injury, aiming to return as early as Game 5 of the team’s first-round playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Despite setbacks in the past, Williamson believes this injury does not seem as severe as his previous one, giving hope for a timely comeback.

Vaughn Dalzell provides insights into the upcoming NBA first-round matchups. He explains why the Phoenix Suns, Philadelphia 76ers, and Oklahoma City Thunder have value and why home-court advantage could favor these teams.

Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren has made his mark in the NBA playoffs, joining an elite list of players who have recorded 15+ points, 10+ rebounds, and 5+ blocks in their playoff debut. This feat, previously accomplished by only Shaquille O’Neal, David Robinson, Patrick Ewing, and Kevin Kunnert, showcases Holmgren’s exceptional talent and potential.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ability to move on from mistakes was crucial in the Thunder’s 94-92 win over the Pelicans in Game 1. Despite a rough shooting night, Gilgeous-Alexander hit the go-ahead jumper with 1:36 remaining and the game-winning three-point play with 32.1 seconds left. His clutch performance shows that the Thunder can rely on him in big moments, even with their lack of playoff experience.

Chet Holmgren made a triumphant playoff debut, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 94-92 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans in Game 1 of the Western Conference quarterfinals. With 15 points, 11 rebounds, five blocks, and two assists, Holmgren became only the second rookie in NBA history to record a double-double with at least five blocks in their playoff debut. His game-winning block against Larry Nance with less than a minute remaining sealed the victory for the Thunder. Another rookie, Cason Wallace, also played a crucial role in the closing moments by guarding CJ McCollum and preventing him from attempting a go-ahead three. Despite being the second youngest team in the league, the Thunder displayed resilience and determination in the final stretch of the game. They will host the Pelicans for Game 2 on Wednesday at 9:30 p.m. ET.