LeBron James wasn’t ready to make any decisions about his future in the moments immediately after his 22nd NBA season ended with the Lakers’ first-round playoff exit.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr said Rockets defenders are trying to “outsmart the rules” by hitting Stephen Curry’s hand after he releases his shot and said it’s something he hopes the league addresses after the season.
Amen Thompson notched five steals in the first half to establish a tone of tenacity on defense that galvanized the Rockets in a 131-116 romp that forced Game 6 against the Warriors on Friday in San Francisco.
Minnesota advanced in the NBA playoffs with a 103-96 win over Los Angeles on Wednesday night that eliminated LeBron James and Luka Doncic from their first postseason together.
Hawks guard Dyson Daniels finished comfortably ahead of fellow finalists Ivica Zubac and Cade Cunningham in the voting for the NBA’s Most Improved Player award.