By SAMEER KUMAR 1. Philadelphia 76ers - Washington Freshman PG Markelle Fultz 23.2 points per game, 5.7 rebounds per game, 5.9 assists per game Fultz is the clear cut pick #1 pick in this year's draft. A core of Fultz, Ben Simmons, Joel Embiid (assuming he stays healthy) and Dario Saric will be dynamic for years to come. The Upper Marlboro, MD native's ability to shoot … [Read more...] about Thursday Forecast: 2017 NBA Draft
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Durant garners MVP; Warriors win finals 4-1
GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS 129 CLEVELAND CAVALIERS 120 (GSW WINS 4-1) OAKLAND - Kevin Durant exploded for 39 points, seven rebounds and five assists to help the Warriors defeat the Cavaliers 4-1 in the series and secure their second NBA championship in two years. Durant, who picked up Finals MVP, averaged 35.2 PPG, 8.4 RPG and 5.4 APG in this year's finals. Stephen Curry poured … [Read more...] about Durant garners MVP; Warriors win finals 4-1
NBA Finals: Kyrie drops 40; Cavs stay alive
CLEVELAND CAVALIERS 137 GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS 116 (GSW LEADS 3-1) CLEVELAND - Kyrie Irving exploded for 40 points as the Cavaliers ended the Warriors perfect post-season run in a physical game. LeBron James added 31 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds for his ninth career triple-double, breaking the record of eight held by Magic Johnson. Kevin Love and J.R. Smith scored 23 … [Read more...] about NBA Finals: Kyrie drops 40; Cavs stay alive
NBA Finals: Durant hits dagger; Warriors one win away
GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS 118 CLEVELAND CAVALIERS 113 (GSW LEADS 3-0) CLEVELAND, OH - Kevin Durant sank a 3-point dagger and broke the hearts of the Cleveland faithful with 45 seconds left to give the Warriors a 114-113 lead en route to a 3-0 series lead. Durant finished with 31 points, eight rebounds and four assists. Klay Thompson added 30 points. Stephen Curry chipped in 26 … [Read more...] about NBA Finals: Durant hits dagger; Warriors one win away
NBA Finals: Curry, Durant carry Warriors to 2-0 series lead
GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS 132 CLEVELAND CAVALIERS 113 (GSW LEADS 2-0) OAKLAND, CA - Kevin Durant compiled 33 points, 13 rebounds, six assists, five blocks and three steals to help the Warriors take a 2-0 lead over the Cavaliers in coach Steve Kerr's first game on the sidelines after a six-week absence. Stephen Curry added a triple-double - 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds. … [Read more...] about NBA Finals: Curry, Durant carry Warriors to 2-0 series lead