Last year’s two finalists are in the conference finals again. The Heat trailed by eight points with under four minutes left, but finished with a flourish to defeat the Nets, 96-94. Meanwhile, the Spurs annihilated the Blazers, 102-84.
Spurs dominate Blazers, advance to WCF
Chris CovattaIt looked like the Spurs were going to put the Blazers away early on in this game. San Antonio opened up a 15-point lead and had its offense clicking on all cylinders in the second quarter. But just when it seemed like the Spurs would run away with it, Portland went on a run and stayed in the game. The Spurs led, 51-44, at halftime behind an all-around team effort and an efficient 32-point second quarter.
Read Article >Tony Parker leaves game with hamstring tightness
Steve DykesThe team later confirmed their star point guard’s status and reported that he will not return to the game.
This doesn’t appear to be a serious injury, but the Spurs will certainly be monitoring it and their fans will be hoping that it doesn’t sideline him for too long.
Read Article >Heat top Nets, advance to ECF
Mike EhrmannJoe Johnson led a strong third quarter for the Nets, giving them a 75-66 lead heading into the fourth quarter. Johnson had an excellent game overall, scoring from all over the court and even beating LeBron James a number of times. In the end, Johnson’s 34 points just weren’t enough to secure the win and send the series back to Brooklyn.
Brooklyn had a chance to tie the game or take the lead with under 10 seconds to go, but the Miami defense absolutely locked down. The Nets never got a shot off and Miami won the series 4-1 on their home court.
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