• Mavericks’ Luka Doncic beats Clippers at buzzer to cap insane performance

    Mavericks’ Luka Doncic beats Clippers at buzzer to cap insane performance

    ORLANDO Fla. — Luka Doncic hit a deep, step-back 3-pointer at the buzzer to cap a triple-double on a sprained ankle and the short-handed Dallas Mavericks beat the Los Angeles Clippers 135-133 in overtime Sunday to even the playoff series at two games apiece. Doncic had 43 points, 17 rebounds and 13 assists for his …
  • Nets’ disastrous final possession dooms upset chance against Raptors

    Nets’ disastrous final possession dooms upset chance against Raptors

    After getting mauled by Toronto in their Eastern Conference playoff opener, the Nets had to prove they can play with the Raptors. They did that Wednesday, but now they have to show they can beat the defending champions. Monday’s first-round Game 1 blowout loss to Toronto was humbling. This was more heartbreaking, as the Nets …
  • Kristaps Porzingis’ ridiculous technical ruins playoff debut

    Kristaps Porzingis’ ridiculous technical ruins playoff debut

    The refs spoiled Kristaps Porzingis’ postseason debut and a thrilling NBA playoff game with two dubious calls on Tuesday night. Porzingis was ejected from Game 1 of the Clippers-Mavericks series after a brief altercation with Los Angeles forward Marcus Morris, led to the referees giving the Latvian star his second technical of the night. Dallas …