The Lakers have lost five straight, as Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant pushed the Thunder ahead late. In other action, the Heat (finally) beat the Celtics and the Bulls are gunning for the No. 1 seed overall.
Miami Heat Beat Boston Celtics, But Dwyane Wade Continues To Struggle Against Rival
It’s quite possibly tied into this season’s Miami subplot, that Wade is not completely comfortable playing off the ball so much, and that his partnership with LeBron causes some problems for his rhythm and style. For comparison’s sake, Wade is taking about 16 shots (including pairs of free throws) in 39 minutes against Boston this season. In the playoff series last year, Wade played 42 minutes a game and took an average of more than 25 shots per game. The ball was in Wade’s hands almost exclusively last April. This year? LeBron is handling it more frequently, and while that’s likely better for the Heat’s offense -- James is simply incredible -- it’s not good for Wade.
Read Article >Thunder Vs. Lakers: Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook Stick It To Skidding L.A. In Oklahoma City Win
Celtics Vs. Heat: LeBron James, Miami Make Statements In Chippy Win
Jermaine O’Neal was a complete zero, from his zero points to his zero rebounds to zero blocks and steals. He had one assists, one turnover and four fouls in 14 minutes. Oh, and one skirmish with LeBron.
So it wasn’t a complete zero.
Read Article >Bulls Vs. Magic: Derrick Rose Pushes Chicago On Both Ends, Registers Win
Yes, the Chicago Bulls are playing for home court advantage in the NBA Finals and nothing else during the final week of the season. It’s something amazing.
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