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Minnesota starts playoffs against Phoenix

Phoenix Suns (49-33, sixth in the Western Conference) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (56-26, third in the Western Conference) Minneapolis; Saturday, 3:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK : LINE Timberwolves -1.

Cleveland hosts Orlando to kick off playoffs

Orlando Magic (47-35, fifth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Cleveland Cavaliers (48-34, fourth in the Eastern Conference) Cleveland; Saturday, 1 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK : LINE Cavaliers -4.5; over/under is 207.
Butler, Williamson injuries are part of story for Heat-Bulls and Kings-Pelicans play-in finales

Butler, Williamson injuries are part of story for Heat-Bulls and Kings-Pelicans play-in finales

MIAMI (AP) — When injuries affect the Miami Heat, coach Erik Spoelstra almost always delivers the same three-word outlook. “We have enough,” he says.
The Timberwolves coaching staff, empowered by Finch and energized by chemistry, is a true asset

The Timberwolves coaching staff, empowered by Finch and energized by chemistry, is a true asset

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — With about three minutes left on the pregame warmup clock, the back hallway at Target Center that leads to the arena floor comes alive with the boisterous and motivational sounds of team camaraderie.
Kawhi Leonard fighting 'stubborn inflammation' and is questionable for Game 1 of playoffs

Kawhi Leonard fighting 'stubborn inflammation' and is questionable for Game 1 of playoffs

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kawhi Leonard has been fighting “very, very stubborn inflammation” in his surgically repaired right knee for nearly three weeks and he'll be listed as questionable for the Los Angeles Clippers' playoff opener against the Dallas Mav
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard enters NBA draft after being named top freshman by SEC coaches

Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard enters NBA draft after being named top freshman by SEC coaches

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky reserve guard Reed Sheppard, who was voted the Southeastern Conference's top freshman by coaches after leading the league in steals, says he will enter the NBA draft.
Sports integrity body sees Porter case as a warning for sports betting in Canada

Sports integrity body sees Porter case as a warning for sports betting in Canada

Canada's sports integrity watchdog is pushing for stronger policies to prevent competitive manipulation and match-fixing at all levels of competition.
GM Mike Dunleavy, Warriors look to regroup after missing the playoffs with Curry, Green, Thompson

GM Mike Dunleavy, Warriors look to regroup after missing the playoffs with Curry, Green, Thompson

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — General manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. and the rest of Golden State's front office staff had a feeling this season would wind up short of the ultimate goal for a franchise that has won four NBA championships over the past decade.
Heat star Jimmy Butler has sprained ligament in knee, will be sidelined several weeks

Heat star Jimmy Butler has sprained ligament in knee, will be sidelined several weeks

MIAMI (AP) — The results are in: Jimmy Butler is out.
Spurs center Zach Collins needs surgery for torn labrum but should be back for start of next season

Spurs center Zach Collins needs surgery for torn labrum but should be back for start of next season

SAN ANTONIO (AP) — San Antonio Spurs center Zach Collins has a torn labrum that will require surgery but is expected to be ready for the start of next season.
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