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Knicks try to secure series win over the Celtics

Boston Celtics (61-21, second in the Eastern Conference) vs. New York Knicks (51-31, third in the Eastern Conference) New York; Friday, 8 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Knicks -2.
Strawther provides spark off the bench, even loses a tooth, as Nuggets force Game 7 against Thunder

Strawther provides spark off the bench, even loses a tooth, as Nuggets force Game 7 against Thunder

DENVER (AP) — Now this was finally a role Julian Strawther could sink his teeth into, even if it cost him one.
Nuggets and Thunder set for winner-take-all showdown Sunday in Game 7

Nuggets and Thunder set for winner-take-all showdown Sunday in Game 7

DENVER (AP) — Oklahoma City ran away with the Western Conference's top seed, winning an NBA-best 68 games, including a record 54 by double digits. The Denver Nuggets didn't have the Thunder's youthful legs, deep bench, long rotation or health.
A sick Jamal Murray scores 25 points, Nuggets beat Thunder 119-107 to force Game 7

A sick Jamal Murray scores 25 points, Nuggets beat Thunder 119-107 to force Game 7

DENVER (AP) — A sick Jamal Murray may have been questionable for Game 6, but in his mind there was nothing ambiguous about his playing status. “Absolutely not,” Murray said when asked if there was any chance he'd have sat out the game.
Celtics back in New York for Game 6 days after Tatum's injury and try to tie series against Knicks

Celtics back in New York for Game 6 days after Tatum's injury and try to tie series against Knicks

NEW YORK (AP) — A championship window seemed to be closing when the Boston Celtics left Madison Square Garden earlier this week.
A sick Jamal Murray scores 25, powers Nuggets' 119-107 win over Thunder to force Game 7

A sick Jamal Murray scores 25, powers Nuggets' 119-107 win over Thunder to force Game 7

DENVER (AP) — Jamal Murray fought through an illness to score 25 points and power the Denver Nuggets past the Thunder 119-107 on Thursday night, sending the series back to Oklahoma City for a decisive Game 7.
Suns employee sues team, alleging discrimination, harassment and retaliation

Suns employee sues team, alleging discrimination, harassment and retaliation

PHOENIX (AP) — A current employee for the Phoenix Suns has sued the team, alleging discrimination, harassment based on race and unlawful retaliation. The suit was filed by lawyers representing Gene Traylor in U.S.
Nuggets' Jamal Murray starts in Game 6 vs. Thunder despite illness

Nuggets' Jamal Murray starts in Game 6 vs. Thunder despite illness

DENVER (AP) — Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray was in the starting lineup Thursday for Denver's Game 6 showdown with the Oklahoma City Thunder after being listed as questionable with an illness.
With 'basketball mortality' in mind, Stephen Curry looks to the near future for another title chance

With 'basketball mortality' in mind, Stephen Curry looks to the near future for another title chance

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The season over, Stephen Curry stopped before making his way out of Chase Center for a handshake and long embrace with Draymond Green.
Caitlin Clark and Indiana Fever draw heavy betting action as WNBA season prepares to open

Caitlin Clark and Indiana Fever draw heavy betting action as WNBA season prepares to open

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Caitlin Clark's star power and the Indiana Fever's offseason moves to bolster an already competitive roster around her is drawing strong betting interest.