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The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 1d

Ajay Mitchell, a young point guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder, copes with the profound grief of losing his father, Barry, just before a crucial game, channeling his father's enduring spirit and affection into his performance on the court while striving to build his own legacy in the NBA. #NBA #Legacy #Resilience #BEL #US

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Ajay Mitchell, Thunder's breakout player, carries the dreams of his late father
OKLAHOMA CITY -- Deep into the night of Dec. 18, Ajay Mitchell's boyish smile broke. His composure grew fragile. Grief gnawed at him.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 2d

The Dallas Mavericks have appointed Masai Ujiri as their new team president, recognizing his deep understanding of fan culture and his commitment to building a winning team amidst recent challenges, all while promising, "We will win in Dallas." #NBA #DallasMavericks #MasaiUjiri #CA #US

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Masai Ujiri's passion should help Mavericks finally move on from Luka DončiΔ‡
The Dallas Mavericks have hired Masai Ujiri as their new team president. Savion Washington / Getty Images Do you remember the news conference, introducing Kawhi Leonard as a Toronto Raptor, when the mercurial superstar said he was a "fun guy" and laughed the laugh that launched a million memes.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 3d

Anthony Edwards, at just 24 and already a key player for the Minnesota Timberwolves, displayed remarkable determination by returning to the court in the second round of the NBA playoffs despite recent knee injuries, scoring crucial points in a hard-fought victory against the San Antonio Spurs, driven by his desire to support his teammates and seize the opportunity for team success. #NBA #Basketball #Playoffs #US #MN #CO #TX #MA #WI #CA #OR #NV

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Anthony Edwards is playing through pain for Minnesota. He has no other choice
SAN ANTONIO -- He has more money than he could spend in this or several more lifetimes. He has an Olympic gold medal and an All-Star MVP trophy in Minnesota, shimmering reminders of his prodigious talent.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 3d

Despite battling knee injuries and having nothing to prove at just 24 years old, Anthony Edwards defied expectations by returning to the court in the NBA playoffs, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a crucial victory over the Spurs while showcasing his commitment to his teammates and the game. #NBA #Basketball #Sportsmanship #US #MN #TX

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Anthony Edwards is playing through pain for Minnesota. He has no other choice
SAN ANTONIO -- He has more money than he could spend in this or several more lifetimes. He has an Olympic gold medal and an All-Star MVP trophy in Minnesota, shimmering reminders of his prodigious talent.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 3d

The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, set for Sunday, may be the last of its kind as the league considers reforming the system to eliminate tanking incentives and promote a more competitive environment, shifting the focus from relying on high draft picks to building teams through smart management and player development. #NBADraft #LotteryReform #BasketballInsights #USA #OK #TX #CA #UT #NY #WA #OR

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NBA Draft Lottery reform is wonderful and long overdue for the league
The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery is Sunday. Will it be the last one of its kind. Nam Y. Huh / Associated Press There's a scene from an NBA team's front-office meeting that I was once told about.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 3d

Joel Embiid and the 76ers eliminated the Celtics in the first round of the playoffs, marking a tough period for Boston sports fans, as their beloved teams have faced significant challenges, including disappointing playoff exits for the Celtics and Bruins, coaching changes for the Patriots and Red Sox, and the ongoing pursuit of success by the Boston Fleet women's hockey team. #NBAPlayoffs #BostonSports #Athletics #US #CA

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Boston's sports teams deliver a month of dark and dreary days
Joel Embiid and the 76ers won three in a row to eliminate Jayson Tatum and the Celtics in the first round of the playoffs.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 3d

In a gripping display of determination, Anthony Edwards returned from injury to score 11 of his 18 points in the fourth quarter of Game 1 against the San Antonio Spurs, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 104-102 victory despite battling significant knee pain, showcasing his unwavering commitment to his team and the game. #NBA #Basketball #AthleteMentality #USA #MN #TX #CO #CA #MA

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Anthony Edwards is playing through pain for Minnesota. He has no other choice
SAN ANTONIO -- He has more money than he could spend in this or several more lifetimes. He has an Olympic gold medal and an All-Star MVP trophy in Minnesota, shimmering reminders of his prodigious talent.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 3d

Joel Embiid and the 76ers eliminated the Celtics from the playoffs after winning three consecutive games, marking a disappointing end to Boston's season, which saw its sports teams, including the Patriots, Red Sox, and Bruins, facing significant struggles and changes. #NBAPlayoffs #BostonSports #SportsNews #US #CA

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Boston's sports teams deliver a month of dark and dreary days
Joel Embiid and the 76ers won three in a row to eliminate Jayson Tatum and the Celtics in the first round of the playoffs.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 3d

In Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals, San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama set a new NBA record with 11 blocks, dominating the paint against Minnesota and significantly altering the Timberwolves' offensive strategy. #NBA #VictorWembanyama #Defense #US #FR

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Victor Wembanyama breaks postseason single-game blocks record vs. Timberwolves
San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama blocks Minnesota's Terrence Shannon Jr. 's layup during the first quarter of Game 1 of the teams' Western Conference semifinal Monday night.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 3d

In Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals, San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama set a new NBA postseason record with 11 blocks, dominating the paint and altering the Timberwolves' offensive strategy, ultimately showcasing his defensive prowess as he frustrated Minnesota's attempts at scoring near the basket. #NBA #VictorWembanyama #Playoffs #US #FR

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Victor Wembanyama breaks postseason single-game blocks record vs. Timberwolves
San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama blocks Minnesota's Terrence Shannon Jr. 's layup during the first quarter of Game 1 of the teams' Western Conference semifinal Monday night.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 3d

The NBA playoff landscape shifted drastically after major upsets eliminated the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets, positioning the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs as the frontrunners for the championship, with the New York Knicks emerging as a new contender in the Eastern Conference after their decisive first-round victory over the Atlanta Hawks. #NBAPlayoffs #Basketball #SportsNews #US #CA #GB

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2026 NBA title odds: Thunder, Spurs well ahead of the rest of the field
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are viewed as the only realistic contender to an Oklahoma City repeat. Ronald Cortes / Getty Images Major upsets to the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets significantly altered the championship picture after the first round of the NBA playoffs.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 3d

The NBA playoffs have been shaken up by major upsets, notably the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets being eliminated in the first round, making the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs the leading contenders for the championship, while the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers emerge as significant threats in a highly competitive Eastern Conference. #NBA #Playoffs #Basketball #US #CA

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2026 NBA title odds: Thunder, Spurs well ahead of the rest of the field
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are viewed as the only realistic contender to an Oklahoma City repeat. Ronald Cortes / Getty Images Major upsets to the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets significantly altered the championship picture after the first round of the NBA playoffs.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 4d

The NBA playoffs have become more unpredictable after major upsets, with the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs emerging as the primary contenders, especially following the early exits of the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets, while the New York Knicks capitalize on a chaotic Eastern Conference. #NBAPlayoffs #Basketball #SportsNews #US #CA

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2026 NBA title odds: Thunder, Spurs well ahead of the rest of the field
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are viewed as the only realistic contender to an Oklahoma City repeat. Ronald Cortes / Getty Images Major upsets to the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets significantly altered the championship picture after the first round of the NBA playoffs.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 4d

The NBA playoffs' first round saw major upsets, particularly the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets being eliminated, which shifted the championship focus onto the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs as the foremost contenders, while the New York Knicks emerged as the new favorite in the Eastern Conference following their decisive victory over the Atlanta Hawks. #NBAPlayoffs #BasketballFever #ChampionshipRace #US #CA

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2026 NBA title odds: Thunder, Spurs well ahead of the rest of the field
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are viewed as the only realistic contender to an Oklahoma City repeat. Ronald Cortes / Getty Images Major upsets to the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets significantly altered the championship picture after the first round of the NBA playoffs.