NBA Basketball

Lakers' last-minute magic keys OT win for 3-0 lead

LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, and the Lakers took advantage of a Rockets team missing Kevin Durant for a 112-108 win to take a 3-0 lead in their first-round series.

Udoka calls out Rockets after collapse: 'Grow up'

Rockets coach Ime Udoka called out his team after a late-game collapse that saw Houston fall into a 3-0 series hole against the Lakers. "Horrendous mistakes," he said. "I don't know if you want to say youth or scared of the moment or whatever the case."

Harper stars off bench to rally Wemby-less Spurs

Spurs rookie Dylan Harper had 27 points off the bench and teammate Stephon Castle had a game-high 33 to help the Spurs rally past the Blazers on Friday night and take a 2-1 series lead.

Tatum, Brown come up big in Celts' 'fun' G3 win

The countless moments when Boston's Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown duo has been tested on the biggest stage shined through in Game 3 against the 76ers.

Alexander-Walker named Most Improved Player

Nickeil Alexander-Walker was named this season's Most Improved Player on Friday, marking the second straight Atlanta Hawks player to win the award.

Raptors' Quickley aggravates injury, out for series

Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley aggravated his strained right hamstring while working his way back from the injury and will not be available during Toronto's first-round playoff series against Cleveland, the team said Friday.

Ex-Suns employee's discrimination suit dismissed

A former Suns security employee's lawsuit, which cited allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation, was voluntarily dismissed on Thursday with prejudice, and the team said there was no settlement.

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Milwaukee has found its next coach, while Chicago and New Orleans are looking for long-term fits. Here's what lies ahead for each franchise.