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Middleton delivers when he's needed most

Early on in these playoffs, Khris Middleton cemented himself as both the Bucks' closer and a calming force in any treacherous situations that come their way. Game 4 of the NBA Finals is just the latest example, and yet another reminder that Middleton's star status must be both recognized and respected.

Gilbert McGregor

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Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo has perfectly reasonable explanation for first-quarter subs in NBA Finals games

Antetokounmpo has been spectacular in the Bucks' past two games against the Suns, but he has gotten off to slow starts in each of Milwaukee's wins.

Jordan Greer

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Game 4 ref: Booker should have fouled out after hacking Holiday

Booker should not have been on the floor for the final three-plus minutes of Wednesday night's Game 4.

Jordan Greer

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Bucks survive Booker's Game 4 outburst, even series

Sporting News provided live updates and highlights from Game 4 of the 2021 NBA Finals. Check out all the highlights you missed right here.

Jordan Greer

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Giannis denies Ayton: Twitter reacts

The Bucks' star forward made a pivotal play when he denied a dunk attempt by the Suns big man.

Edward Sutelan

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Giannis' block delivers signature Finals moment

With the Bucks holding a two-point lead down the stretch, the former Defensive Player of the Year delivered an iconic defensive play to help his team seal the win.

Benyam Kidane

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Middleton, Giannis lead Bucks to pivotal Game 4 win

The All-Star came to play for the Milwaukee Bucks in a critical Game 4. Khris Middleton explodes for a playoff career-high points tally while Giannis Antetokounmpo stuffs the stat sheet as the hosts record a 109-101 Game 4 win behind a 19-8 run over the final six minutes.

Yash Matange

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Player ratings for Game 4 of Finals

Milwaukee's All-Stars rose to the occasion, providing big performances in the critical victory. Meanwhile, for the Suns, only Devin Booker stepped up as his game-high tally of 42 went in vain. In what was a thrilling entertainer, here are the Player Ratings from Game 4:

Yash Matange

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CP3 laments costly turnovers in Game 4

The Phoenix Suns turned the ball over 17 times in Game 4, which resulted in 24 points for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Benyam Kidane

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Giannis, Khris lean on familiarity to close-out Game 4

Antetokounmpo and Middleton have been teammates since the 2013-14 season, experiencing all of the Bucks' success and failures together. Postgame, the Greek Freak spoke on what it was like closing out a Finals game with his longtime teammate.

Yash Matange

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Booker creates history in Game 4

Devin Booker's magical run continues as he eclipses Rick Barry's record for most points in a debut postseason.

Benyam Kidane

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Celebs in attendance for Game 4

Famous personalities making an appearance at an NBA Finals game is not new, but Game 4 had plenty.

Yash Matange

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NBA Finals 2021: Big fourth quarter helps Bucks level Finals at 2-2

The Bucks came up with a big fourth quarter to even the NBA Finals at 2-2. Khris Middleton tallied 40 points, while Giannis Antetokounmpo added 26 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists in the big time win for Milwaukee. The win drowned out a 42-point night for Suns star Devin Booker.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA Finals schedule 2021: Full dates, times, TV channels & live streams to watch Bucks vs. Suns

Here is everything you need to know about watching the 2021 NBA Finals.

Jordan Greer

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What channel is Bucks vs. Suns on today? Time, TV schedule for Game 4 of 2021 NBA Finals

Here is everything you need to know to watch Bucks vs. Suns, including the tipoff time and TV channel for Wednesday's game.

Jordan Greer

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What to watch: Bucks look to even series in Game 4

With an opportunity to even the series at two games apiece, Milwaukee will look to replicate what went right in Game 3, while Phoenix looks to clean up a few things in order to move one win closer to the first-ever NBA title in franchise history. That being said, there are a number of things to keep an eye on in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

Gilbert McGregor

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The Suns have a big Giannis problem

By his standards, Giannis Antetokounmpo had a quiet Game 1 in the 2021 NBA Finals. Since then, he's been nothing short of unstoppable. Following a dominant Game 2 and Game 3, in which he joined Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal in the record books, NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at how the two-time MVP has taken over the series.

Scott Rafferty

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How will Booker, Ayton respond to Game 3 adversity?

The Suns' young tandem had their first taste of adversity in the Finals in a Game 3 loss to the Bucks. Devin Booker had his lowest scoring output of the postseason while Deandre Ayton played his fewest minutes of the playoffs due to foul trouble, leaving Phoenix without enough firepower to take a 3-0 lead. The duo will have to bounce back in order for the Suns to maintain control of this series.

Kyle Irving

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Taking stock of the Finals MVP race

Up to this point in the series, All-Stars Giannis Antetokounmpo, Devin Booker and Chris Paul have risen to the occasion by delivering signature performances to pace their respective teams. How has that impacted who will take home the Finals MVP trophy? Three games in, we take stock of the race to MVP of the 2021 NBA Finals.

Gilbert McGregor

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Soundsystem: Is Giannis silencing the critics?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA playoffs and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

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Odds, spread for Game 4 of Finals

The Bucks are on the board and we have ourselves a series in the 2021 NBA Finals. Handling the Suns in Game 3, Milwaukee covered its -4.0 spread with flying colours, winning by 20 points at home. With Game 4's spread and money line identical to Game 3, how will things play out as the Bucks look to even the series?

Kyle Irving

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Cameron Johnson's dunk on PJ Tucker births new NBA meme

The Suns guard put PJ Tucker on a poster Sunday night.

Joe Rivera

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Giannis believes Bucks are on right path

The Milwaukee Bucks responded in Game 3 behind the latest classic performance from Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Bucks superstar believes his team are on the right path, as they attempt to climb their way back from what was initially a 2-0 deficit in the NBA Finals.

Kane Pitman

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Game 3 shows Ayton's importance for Suns

Ayton picked up his fourth foul early in the third quarter of Game 3 as the Suns struggled to contain the Bucks in his absence.

Benyam Kidane

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Booker unfazed by rough Game 3

Although he finished the game with a playoff career-low 10 points on 3-of-14 shooting from the field, the lowest efficiency he has recorded this season, Devin Booker was unfazed postgame.

Yash Matange

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Player ratings for Game 3 of Finals

While the Greek Freak stole the show, multiple players played key roles in this Bucks win as they clinched a crucial Game 3 victory to get back into the series.

Yash Matange

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By The Numbers: Giannis' historic Game 3

Putting up 41 points, 13 rebounds and six assists, Giannis Antetokounmpo had a game for the NBA Finals' history books. Here's a deeper look at how his Game 3 performances stacks up against some of the ones in NBA Finals history.

Yash Matange

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Giannis Antetokounmpo's dominant Game 3, by the numbers

The two-time NBA MVP followed up a sensational Game 2 with another outstanding effort, totaling 41 points, 13 rebounds and six assists in Milwaukee's 120-100 win.

Jordan Greer

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Suns' Monty Williams seems frustrated by Game 3 free throw disparity, calls against Deandre Ayton

Ayton got off to a hot start, scoring 12 of his 18 points in the first quarter, but he struggled with foul trouble in the second half.

Jordan Greer

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Giannis Antetokounmpo powers Milwaukee to Game 3 win

Sporting News provided live updates and highlights from Game 3 of the 2021 NBA Finals. Check out all the highlights you missed right here.

Jordan Greer

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Giannis powers Bucks to victory in Game 3

Giannis Antetokoumpo rewrote the record books with his second 40-point game in a row to lead the Bucks to an impressive 120-100 win over the Suns on their home floor.

Benyam Kidane

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Dominant Giannis leads Bucks to big Game 3 win

The Bucks returned home to Milwaukee, looking to avoid going down 3-0 to the Suns in Game 3. They delivered in a big way, with 41 points from Giannis Antetokounmpo leading Milwaukee to a 120-100 win at home.

NBA.com Staff

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What channel is Bucks vs. Suns on today? Time, TV schedule for Game 3 of 2021 NBA Finals

Here is everything you need to know to watch Bucks vs. Suns, including the tipoff time and TV channel for Sunday's game.

Jordan Greer

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Report: Craig (knee) to play in Game 3

Torrey Craig suffered a knee contusion in the third quarter of Game 2 and did not return. According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, his MRI revealed no structural damage and the forward is "planning to play" in Game 3.

Kane Pitman

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This Suns play is a cheat code, even against Bucks

Whenever the Bucks got close in Game 2 of the 2021 NBA Finals, the Suns had a response. The Suns went on one particular run near the middle of the fourth quarter that helped them regain control of game. Phoenix's secret? Its Spain pick-and-roll that has been giving teams trouble all season long.

Scott Rafferty

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What to watch: Bucks look to get on the board at home

The Phoenix Suns took care of business at home and lead the NBA Finals 2-0 setting up a crucial Game 3 in Milwaukee. Can the Bucks get back in the series or will the Suns move to within one game of a historic NBA Championship?

Kane Pitman

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Odds, spread for Game 3 of Finals

The Suns lead 2-0 as the 2021 NBA Finals shifts from Phoenix to Milwaukee. Will the Suns take a commanding 3-0 lead or will the Bucks get their first win of the series? Take a look at how the betting odds are shaping out for Game 3.

Scott Rafferty

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History favours Holiday and Middleton in Game 3

The duo that lifted the Bucks in the Eastern Conference Finals is off to a rough start in the NBA Finals. After a rough offensive showing in Game 2, Jrue Holiday and Khris Middleton must deliver signature bounce-back performances, or they run the risk of their team falling in a historically insurmountable series deficit. If we've learned anything in these playoffs, it's that this tandem is more than capable of doing so.

Gilbert McGregor

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Ranking Booker's toughest shots from Game 2

Devin Booker started Game 2 shooting 1-for-7 from the field in the first 10 minutes of the first quarter but you know what they say... shooters shoot. The 24-year-old superstar's confidence didn't waver, as he continued to let it fly until he got into a rhythm. The result: a team-high 31 points on seven 3-pointers, delivering big shot after big shot to place the Suns two wins away from an NBA title.

Kyle Irving

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Booker's big night helps Suns take 2-0 Finals lead

The Phoenix Suns have taken care of business at home and now lead 2-0 in the NBA Finals after a big night from Devin Booker. The Suns star hit a series of big shots in the second half to help Phoenix hold off a monster night from Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Kane Pitman

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Suns remain focused despite 2-0 series lead

While the Suns celebrated multiple factors behind their 118-108 Game 2 victory, coach Monty Williams and Suns players stressed on the need to remain 'locked-in' despite the 2-0 series lead, as the series now shifts to Milwaukee.

Yash Matange

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No excuses for Giannis after monster Game 2

The recovery of Giannis Antetokounmpo after a left knee injury continues to be a remarkable story. After an impressive Game 1, the two-time MVP exploded for 42 points in Game 2 despite the injury. Antetokounmpo denies there is any excuse, with the Bucks now facing a 2-0 hole in the series.

Kane Pitman

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Player ratings for Game 2 of Finals

A balanced performance from the Suns in Game 2, led by Devin Booker, allowed them to withstand a 42-point, 12-rebound effort from Giannis Antetokounmpo in their 118-108 victory.

Yash Matange

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Suns' Ayton: Williams' Game 2 pep talk 'got me going'

During Phoenix's 118-108 win over Milwaukee on Thursday night, Suns coach Monty Williams could sense his big man's frustration.

Jordan Greer

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Phoenix takes Game 2 despite monster Giannis performance

Sporting News provided live updates and highlights from Game 2 of the 2021 NBA Finals. Check out all the highlights you missed right here.

Jordan Greer

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Twitter reacts to Jrue Holiday's NBA Finals performance, compares him to Eric Bledsoe

Bucks Twitter is not looking upon the Holiday-Bledsoe trade favorably after two NBA Finals losses.

Jacob Camenker

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Greer: Suns show what 'good to great' looks like at its best

For one possession during Game 2 of the NBA Finals, the Suns looked positively Spurs-ian.

Jordan Greer

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Balanced Suns offence overcomes Giannis' 42

Yet again, the Suns backcourt led from the front as they combined for 54 with Devin Booker scoring 31 but this time they received a lot more help. Despite a 42-point, 12-rebound effort from Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Suns sealed the win behind a playoff franchise record 20 3-pointers with all their starters finishing in double figures.

NBA.com Staff

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What channel is Bucks vs. Suns on today? Time, TV schedule for Game 2 of 2021 NBA Finals

Here is everything you need to know to watch Bucks vs. Suns, including the tipoff time and TV channel for Thursday's game.

Jordan Greer

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What to watch: Bucks look to steal one in Phoenix

The Suns protected home court in Game 1, defeating the Bucks behind a flurry of pick-and-rolls between Chris Paul, Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton. Can Milwaukee find an answer to Phoenix's unstoppable offensive set to steal one on the road?

Kyle Irving

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Ayton is a mismatch nightmare in Suns PnR

Chris Paul and Devin Booker have received a lot of credit for how they've been able to manipulate defences in the pick-and-roll throughout the playoffs. Game 1 of the Finals was no exception as the Suns rode their favourite set to a victory once again. While Paul and Booker have been sensational, the key to the Phoenix's success in the screen-and-roll has been Deandre Ayton, the Suns' unsung hero.

Kyle Irving

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Suns-Bucks snaps Shaq's unique Finals streak

The 2021 NBA Finals is the first championship series since 1971 to not have a single former NBA Champion on either roster. That rare event also puts an end to one of the most unique streaks in the NBA, which has been on since 1984.

Yash Matange

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Suns' Monty Williams, Devin Booker react to Dario Saric's season-ending knee injury: 'It hurt our whole group'

Phoenix announced Wednesday afternoon that Saric has suffered a torn ACL in his right knee and will be out indefinitely.

Jordan Greer

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Odds, spread for Game 2 of Finals

On Thursday, the Suns will host the Bucks in Game 2 of the 2021 NBA Finals. After Phoenix covered the spread and the over hit in Game 1, take a look at how the odds have adjusted ahead of Game 2.

Kyle Irving

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Saric out indefinitely with torn ACL

Dario Saric suffered the injury on a drive to the basket in Game 1 of the 2021 NBA Finals. He will be sidelined indefinitely.

Scott Rafferty

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Booker receives NBA Cares Community Assist Award

Devin Booker was selected by fans during a 12-day public voting period as well as by an NBA executive panel for his exceptional community outreach in the greater Phoenix area over the past several months.

Official Release

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DeCourcy: Deandre Ayton is proving a perfect fit with Suns

Deandre Ayton endured some criticism early on, but the former No. 1 pick may help deliver the Suns a championship.

Mike DeCourcy

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Booker, Giannis take Kobe's influence to Finals

If you notice a Mamba Mentality permeating the 2021 NBA Finals, you're not alone. On the cusp of the ultimate prize, both Giannis Antetokounmpo and Devin Booker look to finish the job while using key elements of wisdom imparted unto them from one of the greatest to ever play the game. From pushing mindsets of "MVP" to "Be Legendary," we look at how Kobe Bryant inspired two of the game's brightest young stars to raise their games to a level most never thought possible.

Gilbert McGregor

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CP3 leaves Bucks with more questions than answers

Chris Paul dominated Game 1 of the Finals, leading the Suns to victory with 32 points and nine assists. The 11-time All-Star has had a number of big games in these playoffs, but there was one thing in particular he did in Game 1 that we haven't seen from him since he was teammates with James Harden in Houston. NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look.

Scott Rafferty

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Adam Silver weighs in on ESPN's decision regarding Rachel Nichols

The NBA commissioner responded to the video of Rachel Nichols saying that Maria Taylor was given NBA Finals reporting role because ESPN faced pressure to be more diverse.

Edward Sutelan

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Player ratings for Game 1 of Finals

Given their sizeable 13-point margin of victory, plenty of Suns players received high ratings for their performance in Game 1 whereas, the same couldn't be said for all the Bucks rotation players.

Yash Matange

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CP3's takeover in Finals debut surprised nobody

In Game 1 of the 2021 NBA Finals, Chris Paul was the star. Putting up game-highs of 32 points and nine assists, he led from the front as the Suns clinched Game 1, 118-105.

Yash Matange

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Paul had answer for everything Bucks' defense threw at him in Game 1

Still thriving in Year 16, the future Hall of Famer has seen every kind of defense and knows how to dissect whatever is thrown his way.

Jordan Greer

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Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo on playing in NBA Finals after knee injury: 'I thought I'm going to be out for the year'

Antetokounmpo had 20 points, 17 rebounds and four assists in Milwaukee's 118-105 loss to Phoenix in Game 1.

Jordan Greer

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Chris Paul leads Suns to Game 1 win over Bucks

Sporting News provided live updates and highlights from Game 1 of the 2021 NBA Finals. Check out all the highlights you missed right here.

Jordan Greer

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Twitter compares Giannis Antetokounmpo NBA Finals block vs. Suns to LeBron James' vs. Warriors in 2016

Antetokounmpo logged one of the best blocks in recent NBA Finals history against the Suns. Was it as good as James' 2016 block vs. the Warriors? weighed in on that topic.

Jacob Camenker

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Giannis channels LeBron with chasedown block

While it wasn't quite LeBron's Game 7 epic, Giannis Antetokounmpo pulled off a ridiculous chasedown block in Game 1, that looked eerily similar to the King's.

Benyam Kidane

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Giannis discusses initial fear from injury

The Milwaukee Bucks may have lost Game 1 of the NBA Finals, but they were boosted by the return of Giannis Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP suffered a nasty hyperextension of his left knee just a week earlier, and opened up about his fears of missing the rest of the postseason following a successful return to the floor.

Kane Pitman

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Saric leaves Game 1 early with knee injury

Dario Saric's first NBA Finals game only lasted 2:24 minutes as he exited for the locker room after landing awkwardly on his right knee. He was later ruled out of the game upon evaluation.

Yash Matange

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Booker and Paul torch Bucks in Game 1

The Phoenix Suns turned in an impressive performance in Game 1, securing a 118-105 win at home over the Milwaukee Bucks.

Benyam Kidane

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Phoenix take Game 1 behind big night for Chris Paul

Phoenix handled their business at home, taking Game 1 118-105. The duo of Chris Paul and Devin Booker combined for 59 points in the impressive first up performance in the Finals.

NBA.com Staff

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Latest on Giannis' injury status

Sporting News has you covered on everything you need to know about Antetokounmpo's injury status ahead of Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bucks vs. Suns predictions, picks, schedule & more

Everything you need to know about the Bucks and Suns ahead of the 2021 NBA Finals.

Jordan Greer

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The most pressing questions entering Finals

Can the Bucks win without Giannis Antetokounmpo? What are the keys to victory for the Suns? Who is the biggest X-Factor in the series? Ahead of Game 1, our NBA.com Staff answers the most pressing questions in the 2021 NBA Finals.

Scott Rafferty

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Rachel Nichols sidelined from sideline reporting at NBA Finals

Malika Andrews will take the role as sideline reporter for the NBA Finals between the Suns and Bucks.

Edward Sutelan

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What channel is Bucks vs. Suns on today? Time, TV schedule for Game 1 of 2021 NBA Finals

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch Game 1 of the NBA Finals matchup between the Bucks and Suns:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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X-Factors who can decide Finals

On the NBA's biggest and brightest stage, the pressure often falls on the shoulders of the stars who carried their teams to this point in the season. While it's vitally important for the likes of Chris Paul, Devin Booker, Deandre Ayton, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday to keep pace with their postseason output thus far, who are the other players who could help decide which team wins the Finals?

Kyle Irving

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Williams' motivation and strategy fuel Suns

With the perfect blend of motivation and strategy, Monty Williams continues to resonate with his team while getting them to embrace the championship-level work ethic and commitment that he spoke of when he was introduced as head coach in May of 2019. Now, the 2021 NBCA Coach of the Year leads his team to their hardest challenge to date.

Gilbert McGregor

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Odds, spread for Game 1 of Finals

On Tuesday, the Suns will host the Bucks in Game 1 of the 2021 NBA Finals. Take a look at how the betting odds are shaping out entering the series.

Scott Rafferty

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Finals preview: Will CP3's fairytale run continue?

The Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns will square off for the 2021 NBA title after both teams emerged from their respective Conferences in six games. Will Giannis Antetokounmpo be able to bring a chip to Milwaukee or will the Chris Paul fairytale in Phoenix continue?

Benyam Kidane

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NBA Finals by the numbers

The Bucks make their first Finals appearance in 47 years, while the Suns return to the NBA Finals stage for the first time in 28 years. Take a by-the-numbers look at the 2021 NBA Finals.

Official Release

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Five stats that will shape the Finals

The 2021 NBA Finals is going to be a battle between two of the best teams in the league, one that will feature four multi-time All-Stars in Chris Paul, Devin Booker, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton. From Antetokounmpo's success against the Suns during the regular season to where both of these teams excel, here are five stats that loom large entering the series.

Scott Rafferty

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Khris, Jrue and Bucks wildcard as wait continues on Giannis

Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday stepped up in a major way during the Eastern Conference Finals, producing mammoth performances across Game 5 and 6 without Giannis Antetokounmpo. With the Milwaukee superstar's availability unknown, can the pair continue to carry the load for the Bucks?

Kane Pitman

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The common thread through each Suns' Finals appearance

Following Paul Westphal's passing in January, the Suns added a black band on the left shoulder of their jerseys to honour the life and legacy of the Hall of Famer. While 2021 marks the first NBA Finals without Westphal's physical presence, that black band is representative of his everlasting impact on the franchise and a reminder that he remains with the team as they vie for their first-ever NBA title.

Gilbert McGregor

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Fantasy draft featuring CP3's notable teammates

Chris Paul has shared the court with a lot of different players in his NBA career, from David West and Tyson Chandler in New Orleans to Blake Griffin in Los Angeles and James Harden in Houston. With that in mind, two members of our NBA.com Staff held a fantasy draft featuring Paul's most notable teammates. Who selected the better team?

Scott Rafferty

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Paul, Holiday hold the keys in Finals

The matchup between Chris Paul and Jrue Holiday is set to be one of the most pivotal one-on-one battles in the NBA Finals.

Benyam Kidane

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The unlikeliest playoff & Finals runs in NBA history

There have been plenty of cinderella-type playoff runs in NBA history. Here's a quick look at the most notable ones, including a couple that led to championships.

Yash Matange

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Tucker reminisces return to 'second home' of PHX

After playing out his rookie year in Toronto (2006-07), P.J.Tucker was forced to travel across the Atlantic to play professional basketball. For five years, he competed in professional leagues in Greece, Italy, Isarel and Ukraine before getting his break with in 2012 in Phoenix, a place he calls his second home.

Yash Matange

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How Suns built Finals roster

After missing the playoffs for 10 straight seasons, the Phoenix Suns are back! Now in their first NBA Finals for the first time since 1993, how did this roster come to be?

Benyam Kidane

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2021 NBA Finals schedule

The Bucks and Suns will battle in the 2021 NBA Finals. The series will begin on Tuesday, July 6 (ET) in Phoenix. If there's a Game 7, it will be played on Thursday, July 22 in Phoenix.

NBA.com Staff

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Ayton joins select group of No. 1 picks

Deandre Ayton has emerged as a major piece of the Phoenix Suns remarkable postseason run. In just his third season, Ayton joins a select number of No. 1 picks to reach the NBA in their first postseason run.

Kane Pitman

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Craig is an NBA champion regardless of the result

The Suns acquired Craig from the Bucks in a mid-season trade for cash considerations and will square off against his former team in the NBA Finals.

Benyam Kidane

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Clippers' Patrick Beverley suspended one game for shoving Suns' Chris Paul

The NBA announced Saturday that the Clippers guard has been suspended one game without pay for an "unsportsmanlike act" in Los Angeles' Game 6 loss to Phoenix on Wednesday night.

Jordan Greer

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Patrick Beverley apologizes to Chris Paul for late-game shove

Patrick Beverley has apologized for the play that got him ejected late in the Clippers' loss to the Suns.

Jacob Camenker

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DeCourcy: Greatest point guards of all time? Chris Paul is in the club

Chris Paul may not be the best point guard in NBA history, but he is certainly among the elite of the elite.

Mike DeCourcy

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Clippers owner Steve Ballmer demonstrates insanely awkward, thigh-grabbing sideline celebration

Just, uh, what the heck is going on here?

Joe Rivera

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Ayton has remade himself on biggest stage

The No. 1 pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, Deandre Ayton has opened a lot of eyes with his play in his first-ever playoff run. It's even more impressive considering he's turned himself into a completely different player than the one we saw in the regular season.

Scott Rafferty

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DeMarcus Cousins has no love for Chris Paul after Suns advance to Finals

Paul ended up getting the last laugh, posting 41 points (16-of-24 shooting), eight assists, four rebounds and three steals in a Game 6 victory.

Jordan Greer

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Reggie Jackson gives heartfelt thanks to Clippers after Game 6 loss

The Clippers' season may be over, but the 2020-21 campaign is one that Reggie Jackson won't soon forget.

Jordan Greer

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CP3 takeover punches Suns ticket to NBA Finals

Down the stretch, Chris dominated the game. He scored 31 of his game-high 41 in the second half, as he took over the second half and helped the Suns advance to the NBA Finals by defeating the LA Clippers in a blow out 130-103 Game 6 win.

Yash Matange

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The rocky road to CP3's first-ever NBA Finals

In 16 seasons and 12 playoff appearances, future Hall of Famer Chris Paul had never made the NBA Finals ... until now. With the Suns closing out the Clippers in the Western Conference Finals, Paul leaves behind a history of first-round exits, surrendered leads and injury-bitten playoff runs as he finds himself just four wins away from an ever-elusive NBA title.

Kyle Irving

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Suns run to Finals has Twitter buzzing

Behind a 41-point game from Chris Paul, the Phoenix Suns punch their ticket to the NBA Finals. It's CP3's first-ever Finals appearance and just the third-ever in Suns franchise history, which got plenty of NBA players - past and present reacting to the incredible achievement on Twitter.

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📊 The numbers behind CP3's historic Game 6

Chris Paul turned in a legendary performance in Game 6, tying his playoff career-high with 41 points, 31 of which came in the second half. Let's take a deeper dive into the numbers!

Benyam Kidane

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CP3 never lost hope as elusive championship looms

A permanent fixture in the playoffs for over a decade, Chris Paul has finally gotten over the hump to reach the NBA Finals. Producing a vintage performance in Game 6, Paul tallied 41 points in a stunning individual effort, propelling the Suns to become Western Conference Champions.

Kane Pitman

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Clippers' guide to 2021 NBA Draft

LA's Game 6 loss to Phoenix brings an end to a historic season for the franchise. The Clippers can now shift their attention to an important offseason, which includes the potential free agency of Kawhi Leonard.

Scott Rafferty

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Greer: Finally, CP3 gets to play for a ring

In Wednesday night's Game 6 against the Clippers, Paul led the Suns to a 130-103 victory with 41 points (16-of-24 shooting), eight assists, four rebounds and three steals.

Jordan Greer

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Emotional Jackson thankful for run with PG and the Clippers

Reggie Jackson produced a remarkable breakout run during the 2021 postseason, with the upcoming free agent emotional as he discussed his time with the franchise.

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Clippers' Patrick Beverley ejected from Game 6 after ugly shove to Suns' Chris Paul

Part of Beverley's frustration may have stemmed from the fact that there was nothing the Clippers could do to stop Paul.

Jordan Greer

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How PG bounced back and found his groove

In Game 3 and Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, Paul George scored a combined 50 points on 14-for-46 shooting from the field. In Game 5, he went off for a playoff career-high 41 points to keep LA's season alive. What changed? George clearly had it rolling, but the Clippers put him in a position to succeed offensively by downsizing.

Scott Rafferty

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Clippers vs. Suns injury updates: Will Kawhi Leonard, Ivica Zubac play in Game 6?

Here are the latest updates on Leonard and Zubac ahead of Wednesday's Game 6.

Jordan Greer

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What to watch: Clippers look to force Game 7

After a career performance from Paul George helped the Clippers stave off elimination, the series shifts back to Los Angeles, as the pressure will begin to mount for the visiting Suns.

Gilbert McGregor

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DeCourcy: Suns need healthy Cameron Payne to close out Clippers

Cameron Payne's ankle injury is looming larger than some may think.

Mike DeCourcy

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Jeff Van Gundy gets heat for 'sissification of the game' comment during Suns-Clippers Game 5

Sissification? Sissyfication? However you spell it, Van Gundy said it.

Joe Rivera

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PG silences playoff critics with historic Game 5

Fresh off dropping a playoff career-high 41 points, Paul George admitted that the unjust criticisms over the past years don't matter to him but he does believe that he is picked on the most in the league.

Yash Matange

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CP3, Suns lament missed opportunities in Game 5

The Suns will now head to LA for an opportunity to close out the series in Game 6 after falling short on their home floor.

Benyam Kidane

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Crowder pokes George in the eye

Twitter was none too pleased with Crowder after he poked George in the eye in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Beverley mocks Chris Paul after Flagrant 1 foul

Beverley didn't put much stock into his Flagrant 1 foul against Paul, and let the Suns point guard know it.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Clippers' Paul George drops career-high in playoff points: Inside his series-saving performance against Suns

The Los Angeles shooting guard turned in perhaps the best performance of his career when his team needed him most.

Edward Sutelan

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Clippers force Game 6 behind PG's 41

Paul George scored 30 of his 41 in the second half, including 20 in the third quarter as he led a balanced Clippers offence in the 116-102 Game 5 road win.

Yash Matange

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What to watch for in Suns-Clippers Game 5

The Suns take a commanding 3-1 lead back to Phoenix where they find themselves one win away from the franchise's first NBA Finals appearance since 1993. Will the Suns close things out at home or will the Clippers pull out a win and send the series back to Los Angeles?

Kyle Irving

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Suns outlast Clippers in gritty Game 4 win

In a defence-first game, the visiting Suns withstood the Clippers' second-half rally and held on for the hard-fought victory. The victory puts them one win away from making their first NBA Finals since 1993.

Yash Matange

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Suns fuelled by CP3's Finals drought

Chris Paul is just one win away from making it to his first NBA Finals as the Suns take a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Clippers.

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Clippers' Lue not fazed by 3-1 series deficit

En route to their first-ever Conference Finals, the LA Clippers made NBA history by overcoming two 0-2 series deficits, but now against the Phoenix Suns, they are facing 3-1 hole. Can they overcome the odds once again? Their head coach, who led a historic comeback in the NBA Finals in 2016 surely believes so.

Yash Matange

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Ayton keeps word to own paint in Game 4

The Phoenix big man follows through on his pledge to own the paint against LA.

Tom Gatto

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Jackson's been the X-Factor in Kawhi's absence

The Clippers have overcome two 2-0 deficits so far this postseason, becoming the first franchise in NBA history to do so, and they'll have to have a third up their sleeve if they're going to advance to the NBA Finals. Without All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard in the lineup, who has helped fill that production alongside Paul George to keep LA's season going? X-factor Reggie Jackson.

Kyle Irving

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Clippers vs. Suns injury updates: Will Kawhi Leonard, Cameron Payne play in Game 4?

Here are the latest updates on Leonard and Payne ahead of Saturday's Game 4.

Jordan Greer

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Triano details discovery of alley-oop rule

After Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals, Charlotte Hornets assistant coach Jay Triano appeared on the Lowe Post Podcast, where he discussed his reaction to the "Valley-Oop" and revealed that he may have never thought to draw up such an action had it not been for his time as the head coach of the Canadian Senior Men's National Team.

Gilbert McGregor

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The Clippers 'empowered' Reggie Jackson, and that trust has paid off

Jackson has been a major contributor throughout LA's playoff run, including in the Clippers' 106-92 win over the Suns on Thursday night.

Jordan Greer

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Suns' Devin Booker describes resetting broken nose, getting mask advice from Richard Hamilton

Booker didn't blame the mask for his Game 3 performance, saying his nose felt "fine." He credited the defense of Clippers guard Patrick Beverley.

Jordan Greer

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PG lifts Clippers to impressive Game 3 win

The Clippers have been here before. Trailing 2-0 for the third consecutive series this postseason, the Clippers won Game 3 for the third consecutive series behind a big night from Paul George.

Kane Pitman

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Booker details severity of nose injury

It was a tough night for Devin Booker in Game 3, with the star guard finishing with 15 points on just 5-for-21 shooting. The Phoenix Suns star shared details of the severity of his nose injury suffered in Game 2, while also discussing wearing a mask in the loss.

Kane Pitman

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Clippers credit team 'resilience' for historic Game 3 win

For the third straight time in the 2021 playoffs, the Clippers have won Game 3 after being down 0-2 in a series. It was the topic of conversation as nearly every player gave his take on the reason behind it with the common theme being the team's 'resilience'.

Yash Matange

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Cameron Payne injury update: Suns guard out for remainder of Game 3 with ankle injury

In the first two games of the Western Conference finals, Payne filled in for Chris Paul as the team's starting point guard, totaling 40 points and 18 assists with just one turnover.

Jordan Greer

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Payne exits Game 3 with left ankle injury

Coming off a career-high 29 points, Cameron Payne's Game 3 was cut short with a left ankle injury. Playing just 4:19 minutes, he had recorded two points and an assist when he left the floor.

Yash Matange

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Clippers vs. Suns injury updates: Will Kawhi Leonard, Chris Paul play in Game 3?

Here are the latest updates on Leonard and Paul ahead of Thursday's Game 3.

Jordan Greer

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CP3 available for Game 3, Suns announce

Chris Paul missed the first two games of the Western Conference Finals due to the league's health and safety protocols. The 11-time All-Star is averaging 15.7 points and 8.7 assists per game on .509/.444/.912 shooting splits in these playoffs.

Scott Rafferty

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The latest on CP3

Chris Paul entered the NBA's health and safety protocols following Phoenix's second-round win over Denver. Paul missed Game 1 and Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals, but the Suns announced that he is available for Game 3.

Scott Rafferty

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What to watch: Can the Clippers fight back?

The Game 2 victory, despite Devin Booker's off-shooting night, was Phoenix's ninth straight while the Clippers have won their last four at home. How will Game 3 turn out? Below, find everything you need to know ahead of a pivotal Game 3.

Benyam Kidane

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The details behind Ayton's stunning game-winner

Deandre Ayton came up big again in Phoenix's Game 2 win over LA, scoring a playoff career-high 24 points to go along with 11 rebounds. He also scored the game-winning basket on a perfectly drawn-up lob play from Suns head coach Monty Williams that deserves a much closer look.

Scott Rafferty

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NBA assesses technical foul on Clippers' DeMarcus Cousins day after he pushes two Suns

DeMarcus Cousins was assessed a technical foul 15 hours after shoving Cam Payne and Devin Booker at the end of the Suns-Clippers Game 2.

Jacob Camenker

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SAS, Wilbon speechless after Suns' buzzer-beater

Stephen A. Smith and Michael Wilbon had the perfect reaction to the "Valley-Oop."

Zac Al-Khateeb

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DeCourcy: Suns-Clippers ending marred by drama-sapping reviews

The issues with NBA replay review are profound, and they were on display in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals.

Mike DeCourcy

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Devin Booker's nose was a sight to behold after Suns' win

Devin Booker's nose was bloodied and possibly broken during Game 2 win.

Joe Rivera

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George's missed free throws lead to Game 2 loss vs. Suns

George will agonize over those two missed shots.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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How long will Suns be without Chris Paul?

Chris Paul entered the NBA's health and safety protocols after the Suns' four-game sweep of the Nuggets. How long will he be out? Here are the latest updates on his condition ahead of the Western Conference finals.

Jacob Camenker

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How Suns perfectly executed game-winning play

Monty William's squad executed his play perfectly to give the Suns a stunning 104-103 win over the Clippers and a 2-0 series lead in the Western Conference finals.

Jordan Greer

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Chris Paul, NBA Twitter react to Deandre Ayton's game-winning dunk in Suns vs. Clippers

NBA Twitter went wild after Deandre Ayton converted on a game-winning alley-oop with less than one second left in the Suns' win over Clippers.

Jacob Camenker

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Ayton's game-winning alley-oop caps Game 2 thriller

Five different Suns scored in double digits but two came up huge - Deandre Ayton and Cameron Payne - as they overcome an off-shooting night from Devin Booker to win their ninth straight and take a 2-0 series lead.

Yash Matange

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NBA players react to Ayton's winner

The Phoenix Suns pulled off a miracle to snatch the win in Game 2, thanks to Deandre Ayton's last-gasp alley-oop, drawing plenty of reactions from players around the league on Twitter.

Benyam Kidane

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PG, Clippers find themselves in familiar territory

For the third straight series the LA Clippers find themselves trailing 2-0. Leading with just 0.9 seconds on the clock in Game 2, the Clippers have vowed to put the disappointment behind them and move on to Game 3 at home.

Kane Pitman

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Booker makes 'key' play despite injury

After potentially breaking his nose earlier in the game, even needing stitches, Booker came up big on the game's winning play by setting a critical physical screen. After the game, head coach Monty Williams and his teammates credited and shouted-out his contribution to the play.

Yash Matange

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Clippers vs. Suns injury updates: Will Kawhi Leonard, Chris Paul play in Game 2?

Here are the latest updates on Leonard and Paul ahead of Tuesday's Game 2.

Jordan Greer

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How Booker picked Clippers apart in Game 1

Devin Booker went to work in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, leading the Chris Paul-less Suns to a victory over the Kawhi Leonard-less Clippers with a 40-point, 13-rebound, 11-assist triple-double. The Clippers had no answer for the two-time All-Star, but there was one particular way that Booker picked them apart. You know what that means — to the film room!

Scott Rafferty

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Suns caution fans after another violent incident

The release from the team follows multiple instances of violent fan behavior during the playoffs.

Edward Sutelan

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Was Chris Paul texting tips during Game 1?

Paul, currently sidelined in the NBA's health and safety protocols, may have used his brother to pass on strategy to teammates via text.

Joe Rivera

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Booker drops 40-point triple-double to take Game 1

What an unbelievable performance for 24-year-old superstar Devin Booker. In his first-ever Conference Finals appearance, Booker erupted for the first triple-double of his career, giving the Suns 40 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists to outlast a strong showing from Clippers star Paul George and take Game 1.

Kyle Irving

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NBA Twitter reacts to Devin Booker's 40-point triple-double vs. Clippers: 'So special'

Kevin Love, Magic Johnson and others took to Twitter to praise Devin Booker after the Suns guard notched a 40-point triple-double in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals.

Jacob Camenker

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Suns GM Jones wins Exec. of the Year

James Jones took over as the Suns general manager in 2019 with the team coming off of a 19-63 season. In two years, he has led the franchise to the second-best record in the NBA and its first Conference Finals appearance since 2010.

Kyle Irving

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Preview: Suns-Clippers Western Conference Finals

The Suns and Clippers are set for a showdown, reaching the Western Conference Finals stage in very different ways. Phoenix swept its way past the Nuggets to reach the Conference Finals for the first time since its last postseason appearance in 2010. LA had to pull off two wins over the Jazz without All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard to reach the first Conference Finals in franchise history.

Kyle Irving

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CP3 still in health and safety protocols ahead of Game 1

The Suns announced on Saturday (ET) that All-Star guard Chris Paul remains in health and safety protocols just 24 hours before Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.

NBA.com Staff

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Kawhi Leonard injury update: Will Clippers star play in Game 1 vs. Suns?

Here's everything to know about Kawhi Leonard ahead of Game 1 of the Clippers-Suns Western Conference finals series.

Jacob Camenker

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Suns focus on 'brand of basketball' amidst CP3 adversity

After going relatively unscathed through the first two rounds of the playoffs, the Suns face adversity with the possible absence of Chris Paul for the start of the Conference Finals. However, the team is focused on its "brand of basketball," and how can the Suns hold on until Paul returns?

Yash Matange

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Comparing the Suns to their 2010 counterparts

With the Suns making their first trip back to the Western Conference Finals, let's revisit the Steve Nash-led 2010 team and how they stack up to the current version.

Benyam Kidane

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Chris Paul enters NBA's COVID-19 protocol

It's unclear when Paul will be able to step on the court again.

Joe Rivera

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Report: CP3 enters health and safety protocols

According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, Chris Paul's status for the start of the Western Conference Finals, where the Suns will play either the Jazz or Clippers, is up in the air.

Scott Rafferty

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CP3's revenge tour continues

On their path to the Western Conference Finals, Chris Paul and the Suns have eliminated two teams that bested the 11-time All-Star over a decade ago. Now just four wins away from the first Finals appearance of his career, Paul will either face the franchise that ended his time in Los Angeles or the franchise that he spent six years of his prime with.

Gilbert McGregor

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Nuggets finish season without MVP on court

Officials ruled Jokic made "unnecessary and excessive contact" with Phoenix's Cameron Payne while trying to swat the ball out of Payne's hands.

Tom Gatto

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Booker is primed for the big stage

In two closeout games on the road this post-season, Booker has scored a combined 81 points.

Benyam Kidane

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CP3 dominates as Suns complete sweep

Paul scored a season-high 37 points to lead the Phoenix Suns to their first Western Conference finals appearance since 2010.

Benyam Kidane

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Jokic surprised by Game 4 ejection

Nikola Jokic was ejected from Game 4 after a hard foul on Cameron Payne in the third quarter.

NBA.com Staff

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CP3 is back to his Point God ways

A shoulder injury limited Chris Paul in the first round, but he's been firing on all cylinders against Denver in the second round. That much was clear down the stretch of Game 3 when the Point God put on a pick-and-roll clinic to put the Suns one win away from the Western Conference Finals.

Scott Rafferty

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Suns' Chris Paul asks referee to hit Nuggets' Nikola Jokic with technical foul, promptly gets his wish

During the fourth quarter of Phoenix's 116-102 win, Jokic erupted in anger after a drive to the basket against Suns center Deandre Ayton.

Jordan Greer

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CP3, Booker sink Nuggets once again

The Denver Nuggets are officially on the brink of elimination. Chris Paul and Devin Booker were once again the stars for the Phoenix Suns, with the No. 2 seed now taking a commanding 3-0 lead in the series.

Kane Pitman

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Historic night for MVP Jokic not enough

Nikola Jokic was presented with the MVP trophy pregame and went on to deliver a performance worthy of the award. Despite a monster triple-double, the Nuggets still lost Game 3 to now be on the brink of elimination.

Kane Pitman

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Chris Paul's Game 2 masterpiece in four stats

In the Suns' 123-98 victory over the Nuggets on Wednesday night, Paul put together a performance that most NBA point guards can only dream about.

Jordan Greer

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Jokic stresses need to be aggressive after 25-point loss

Although head coach Michael Malone called their performance embarrassing and felt that they quit in Game 2, Jokic wasn't as harsh as he discussed what the Nuggets need to make this series more competitive as it shift to Denver for Games 3 and 4.

Yash Matange

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Relentless Suns impress Monty Williams

The Phoenix Suns dominance in Game 2 started on the defensive end, with head coach Monty Williams praising his team's relentless approach as the series now moves to Denver.

Kane Pitman

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CP3 leads Suns to big Game 2 win over Nuggets

For the second consecutive game, the Phoenix Suns used a third quarter blitz to rock the Denver Nuggets. Led by Chris Paul, the Suns blew out the Nuggets after halftime and now take a commanding 2-0 lead as the series moves to Denver.

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The Nuggets have an Ayton problem

Before the Western Conference Semifinals series between the Suns and Nuggets even tipped off, MVP frontrunner Nikola Jokic admitted he had trouble against former No. 1 overall pick Deandre Ayton this season. That trend continued when Ayton bottled up Jokic in Game 1. Phoenix's rising star has the opportunity to decide the series if he can continue to make life difficult for Denver's best player.

Kyle Irving

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CP3 delivers yet another fourth quarter clinic

This is exactly why the Phoenix Suns acquired Chris Paul. Trailing and under pressure during the third quarter, Paul took over, producing a fourth quarter masterclass to lead the Suns to an important win in Game 1.

Kane Pitman

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Suns cruise to victory with big second-half run

After averaging just 9.2 points in the first round of the 2021 postseason, Chris Paul finished with 21 points in Game 1, including in the fourth quarter alone, as the Suns comfortably clinched Game 1 by turning the game on its head with a monster 39-12 run in the second half.

Yash Matange

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Phoenix crowd lifts Suns in Game 1 win

"This crowd is crazy, it's crazy to have the fans in there and the energy. There's nothing like it," Chris Paul said postgame. The crowd in Phoenix during Game 1 brought the atmosphere, as the Suns turned the game around with a big 39-12 run in the second half.

Yash Matange

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Thibodeau edges Williams for NBA COY

Williams, who trailed Thibodeau by 11 points to finish second, actually had more first-place votes.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Complete list of COY winners

Gregg Popovich, Don Nelson and Pat Riley have each been named Coach of the Year three times, tying them for the most in NBA history. Take a look back at the history of coaches to earn the honour.

NBA.com Staff

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The most pivotal lineups of the second round

Trying to predict how a team's game plan will change in the second round of the playoffs can be impossible. For all eight of those teams, analyzing a specific lineup can be the key to seeing that bigger picture.

Matthew Blum

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Preview: Can Jokic lead shorthanded Nuggets past Suns?

The Suns and Nuggets played one of the most competitive season series, but Denver will enter without key rotation players in Jamal Murray, Will Barton and PJ Dozier. Can the MVP favourite in Nikola Jokic help the shorthanded Nuggets make a series of this?

Yash Matange

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Devin Booker says he felt Kobe Bryant's presence in Staples Center as Suns eliminated Lakers

The Phoenix guard recounted how Bryant mentored him earlier in his career.

Tom Gatto

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LeBron, AD and the Lakers lost a war of attrition this season

The Suns' 113-100 win over the Lakers on Thursday night was just the final blow in what has been an exhausting stretch for James, Davis and the rest of the team.

Jordan Greer

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NBA Twitter criticizes Lakers for clearing Davis to play in Game 6

The Lakers star was cleared to play against the Suns by the team's medical staff, but it became clear early in the contest that he didn't have his normal level of mobility.

Jordan Greer

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Lakers' guide to 2021 NBA Draft

In losing to the Suns in Game 6, the Lakers became only the seventh reigning champions to be knocked out in the first round of the playoffs. The Lakers will now shift their attention to the offseason, where they'll have some key decisions to make.

Scott Rafferty

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Booker was thinking of Kobe after 47-point game

"I know he was here tonight. I know he was in the building and I know that he's proud," Booker said postgame sharing his thoughts when he put his hands together and looked upwards [at Bryant's retired jerseys at STAPLES] while walking off the floor into the tunnel.

Yash Matange

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By the numbers: Booker's monster night ends Lakers season

Devin Booker produced an almighty first round performance to lead the Phoenix Suns to a 4-2 win over the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers. Booker was unstoppable in Game 6, pouring in 47 points to help the Suns clinch the series.

Kane Pitman

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Anthony Davis injury update: Will Lakers star play in Game 6 vs. Suns?

Here are the latest updates on Davis ahead of Game 6.

Jordan Greer

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How to watch Thursday's Game 6s

The Nuggets will have a chance to close out the Trail Blazers in Portland and the Suns will look to close out the Lakers in Los Angeles in Thursday's pair of Game 6s.

Kyle Irving

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Is LeBron hurt or slowing down?

LeBron James hasn't looked like himself so far this postseason. Through the first five games of the Lakers' series with the Suns, he's averaging 22.2 points, 6.8 rebounds and 8.2 assists per game — subpar numbers his high standards. In fact, it's his lowest scoring and rebounding average of his career in the postseason. That begs the question: Is LeBron James just hurt, or is he finally slowing down?

Carlan Gay

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Booker rising to occasion in first playoff series

Devin Booker's talent was never denied, but it was questioned if it could contribute to winning basketball. During a breakout playoff-series debut, in which he has LeBron James on the brink of first-round elimination for the first time in his career, Booker has elevated his play on the brightest stage the NBA has to offer.

Kyle Irving

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Vogel explains why LeBron left bench before end of Game 5

With the Suns closing in on a 3-2 series lead and a little under six minutes remaining in regulation, the TNT broadcast momentarily shifted away from the action on the court and caught James leaving the bench area.

Jordan Greer

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Shaq rips Lakers after Game 5 loss: 'They played with no heart'

O'Neal added that the Lakers played with "no pride" and "no sense of urgency."

Jordan Greer

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Suns send Lakers message to take 3-2 lead

The Phoenix Suns made a statement on their home floor in Game 5, using a dominant first half to destroy the Los Angeles Lakers and take a 3-2 lead in the series. The defending champions now face a do-or-die scenario in Game 6 at STAPLES Center.

Kane Pitman

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LeBron and the Lakers on brink of elimination

A blunt LeBron James assessed the Los Angeles Lakers situation as an opportunity to defend home court. Trailing 3-2 in the series with the Phoenix Suns, James is in danger of being eliminated in the first round for the first time in his career.

Kane Pitman

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