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Yahoo Sports senior NBA reporter Jake Fischer and senior NBA writer Dan Devine discuss the keys to Dallas' lopsided win over Los Angeles in Game 5 and what the Clippers need to do to extend the series. Hear the full conversation on “No Cap Room” - part of the “Ball Don’t Lie” podcast - and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen.

While the ongoing NBA playoffs feels like a changing of the guard, Team USA is leaning on those trusted veterans.

The experience of the Cavaliers vs. the enthusiasm of the Magic

The Bucks face a 3-2 deficit against the Pacers heading into Thursday's Game 6.

Is it time to call Derrick White a superstar? Chris Forsberg highlights four takeaways from the Celtics' first-round series victory over the Heat.

Durable center remains statistical constant but 3-point shooting must improve

When will the Celtics begin their second-round playoff series? Here's a look at two schedule scenarios based on the result of Friday's Cavs-Magic Game 6.

Knicks fans were noticeably loud during Sunday's Game 4 win at Wells Fargo Center.

Heat Culture may mean a more cautious approach to retool around Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo.

After a chippy series with the physical Heat, Jayson Tatum had a strong response to those who have questioned the Celtics' toughness.

The Celtics gave Mike Gorman the perfect send-off Wednesday. Here's how the legendary broadcaster signed off to end his illustrious 43-year career.

The Celtics advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals with a 118-84 rout of the Heat in Game 5. We share our takeaways.

The Clippers miss the steady hand of a healthy Kawhi Leonard this series.

LeBron James and JJ Redick’s podcast contains in-depth basketball analysis – and plenty of oenophilia. They’re not the only ones around the league

James Harden scored just seven points during the Clippers' critical Game 5 playoff loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday, an unacceptable tally.

This story appears in Sportico’s Morning Lead newsletter. Click here to sign up and get it delivered straight to your inbox. When the Los Angeles Lakers played the Denver Nuggets in the first two games of their first-round series, they were constantly reminded of the disadvantage they faced by being on the road. “Mile High …

Dallas goes home for Game 6 Friday with a chance to close out the series.

Al Horford stepped up for Boston in Game 5, and now the real test begins for the Celtics, who will likely be without their starting center for the conference semifinals.

Luka Doncic has 35 points and 10 assists to lead the Mavericks to a Game 3 victory on Wednesday night, putting the Clippers down 3-2 in best-of-seven series.

Luka Dončić singlehandedly outscored Paul George, James Harden and Russell Westbrook.