The All-Star's work ethic and attention to detail have set the tone for the Thunder.
Anthony Slater38
Thunder can't seem to score enough against Mavericks, no matter their lineup
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Wednesday's NBA playoff takeaways: Celtics eliminate Cavaliers; Mavericks push Thunder to the brink
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NBA Playoffs expert picks, odds for Wednesday's Game 5s: Cavaliers at Celtics, Mavericks at Thunder
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's late burst helped the Thunder moor themselves in this series. And Jared Goff is making how much?
Chris Branch46
Gilgeous-Alexander provided midrange mastery and OKC's defense, for the 6th time in 8 playoff games, held an opponent under 100 points.
Anthony Slater13
Jayson Tatum (33 points) and Jaylen Brown (27 points) combined for 60 of Boston's points.
The Athletic Staff87
Monday's NBA Playoffs slate features two Game 4s. The top-seeded Celtics lead Cleveland 2-1 while the top-seeded Thunder trail Dallas 2-1.
Dan Santaromita33
There are only 58 picks in this year's draft after the 76ers and Suns had to forfeit second-round selections for free-agent tampering.
Jenna West50
Now that we know Atlanta has the top pick, we project what could happen in what many experts say is a weak class.
Sam Vecenie270
Atlanta had a three percent chance to win the draft lottery.
The Athletic Staff177
As possible elimination draws nearer, more urgent adjustments are expected from the Thunder. Here's what stood out in Game 3.
Anthony Slater126
Mavs forward P.J. Washington continued his dominant play in the series, scoring a team-high 27 points on 11-of-23 shooting with five 3s.
The Athletic Staff102
Saturday's NBA Playoff games feature both No. 1 seeds going on the road after losing at home in Game 2.
Dan Santaromita13
"When you fail, it motivates you," Kyrie Irving said. After a Game 1 loss, the Mavericks made sure they didn't make the same mistakes twice.
Tim Cato62
Mark Daigneault's starting lineup will be the largest Game 3 pregame question. Does he stick with Giddey?
Anthony Slater49
It was the Cavaliers' first road playoff win since Game 7 of the 2018 Eastern Conference finals, which was also played in Boston.
Williams was not always on the glide path to the NBA. His success was born out of preparation.
Mike Vorkunov42
Both No. 1 seeds aim to extend their second-round leads in Thursday night's Game 2 matchups.
Hannah Vanbiber6
"I've got to be better (and) we've got to be better," Dončić said after Dallas' Game 1 loss. But is he too hobbled to be his best self?
Tim Cato107
Neither team maintained much of a rhythm in Game 1, but Gilgeous-Alexander freed the Thunder from the slog.
Anthony Slater65
The Celtics handled the Cavs even with an off-night for superstar Jayson Tatum. The Mavericks, also with a struggling star, were blown out.
The Athletic NBA Staff45
When the Mavericks saw Josh Giddey in February, he was in a long-distance slump. That's not the case as of late.
Anthony Slater17
Two more second round series get started in the NBA Playoffs on Tuesday with both top seeds in action.
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