Oklahoma City Thunder took care of their homecourt as they evened the standing score against the top-seeded Los Angeles Lakers in their recently concluded game 4 at Oklahoma's homecourt. Current standing is 2-2.
Kevin Durant, who finished the game with 22 points, said that he knows they are capable of winning the game based on how hard they practive everyday. He was aided by Russell Westbrook with 18 points and 8 rebounds. They made sure that they will have the 4th game by ending it with a 110-89 score pacing it with 21 points.
Despite the towering heights of Pau Gasol and Andrew Bynum of Lakers who both scored 13 points, Thunder never got intimidated. The Thunders are still fighting against history, the youngest team in the league.
They will again meet each other on court for the 5th game on April 27, 2010 10:30 pm at Lakers home.
Orlando Magic bagged the third win over Charlotte Bobcats as they finished the game with a 4-point lead scoring 90-86 this Saturday.
Jameer Nelson starred the game scoring 32 points. Magic's big man, Dwight Howard, added 13 points to Orlando's 3rd victory however, he did not finished playing the entire game since he was fouled out after playing half of the game. Despite of Howard's foul trouble, Magic was still confident to finish the game triumphantly without him. And they did! Magic now lead the game with a standing of 3-0.
Charlotte is now facing the possibility of a first-round sweep in their first playoff appearance. Stephen Jackson scored 19 points on the third game and was assisted by Felton and Wallace both chipping in 13 points.
Will Bobcats totally loose their chance of hitting the finals? Their 4th game on April 26, 2010, 8:00 pm will be the final game if Magic wins. Hopefully Bobcats can recover. Follow them online.
It seems that this is a good match between Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder. Thunder will meet Lakers again to tie the standing record of 2-1 with Lakers taking the lead, on April 24, 2010, 9:30 pm Eastern time.
Kevin Durant became the team's star on the third game after all his effort to keep their team from being left behind by Lakers. Durant finished the game with 29 points and 19 rebounds. Westbrook backed him up by contributing 27 points.
Lakers hero Kobe Bryant scored 24 points while Gasol helped with 17 points. The game ended with 5 points lead by Thunder, 101-96.
Magic will challenge Charlotte on their third game as the match will be held at Charlotte's home-court on April 24, 2010 at 2:00 Eastern time. Will Bobcats prove this time that the two consecutive wins by Magic were because of a home-court advantage?
Game 1 and 2 were dominated by Magic and Bobcats went home without having so much fun of the game. Stephen Jackson injured his knee on the first game however he still played on the second game and was the team's highest pointer. On the other hand, Magic maintained their good team-up that enabled them to still defend their name.
Will Bobcats regain their honor by snatching the victory from Orlando this time? Let's follow the game online on TNT or on FSCR.
Amway Arena rocked as Orlando bagged their second victory from Charlotte on their second game, Wednesday, finishing the game with 19 points lead, 92-77.
The first game was not that productive for Charlotte as Bobcats swingman, Stephen Jackson, injured his knee when he collided with teammate Gerald Wallace as he dove to go for a loose ball on the first half of game 1. He finished with 18 points, 9 rebounds plus a technical. Gerald Wallace contributed 25 points and 17 rebounds and 2 assists for the Bobcats, who are appearing in the post season for the first time in franchise history. However, on the second game, Howard showed no effect of his knee-injury as he headed Charlotte with 27 points.
Orlando's best, Howard Dwight jovially received his second Defensive Player of the Year award. Howard is the youngest player ever to win the award for two consecutive years. He received the award on Tuesday after he topped the record in blocks and rebounds in the same season twice. Howard averaged 13.2 rebounds and 2.8 blocks per game this season. Dwight usually plays center but can also play power forward. Nelson on the other hand, lead the Magic on game 1 by chipping in 32 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.
Just like their remarkable achievements on the first game, Jameer Nelson, Howard Dwight and Vince Carter awed everyone on their ferocious performances combining their defense and scoring power to overcome Charlotte. Carter scored 19 points, Howard contributed 15 and Nelson 13 points.
The first half was a turnoverfest for both teams, and nobody could consistently hit a shot. Things were so out of sorts that the normally sharpshooting J.J Redick even badly missed the free throw from Charlotte.
Will Magic's lucky day continue on the third game? We'll watch out for the Game 3, this time on Bobcats's advantage. Game 3 will be held on their home-court.
CLEVELAND-Cavaliers carried the day as they swept the Bulls out their feet after they garnered their second victory against Bulls on April 19, 2010 topping the game with a 10-point lead, 112-102.
#23 James LeBron headed Cavaliers by contributing an excellent score of 40 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Cleveland's home-court shook with the shouts and jumps of the crowd cheering for LeBron as he delivered his one of his most impressive and remarkable dunks of the history in the first quarter of the game.
On the other hand, leading the Bulls was Joakim Noah, rendering 25 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists. Noah gave his best for his team however, Cavaliers were determined not to let Noah go home having fun of the game.
Did Cavaliers win because of a home-court advantage? a good luck? or they really are superb in their job?
Well, watch out for the third game on Thursday, 7pm on Chicago's home-court. This time, to Bull's advantage.
BOSTON- NBA executive president for basketball operations Stu Jackson announced on Sunday the reasonable suspension of Boston leader Kevin Garnett after he elbowed Miami Quentin Richardson on the previous game last Saturday.
Garnett was prohibited to set his foot in on their second game with Miami on April 20, 2010. To be fair with Garnett, Richardson was also fined $25,000 for his involvement. Richardson called Garnett an "actress".
On the other hand, Garnett apologized to his teammates for his action during the game. He then called Richardson "classless".
Despite having no Garnett on their upcoming game, Boston appeared so confident to obtain their second win against Miami. Well, watch out for the blazing game on Tuesday at Boston's homecourt. Will that be an advantage? We'll see.
BOSTON-Boston Celtics once again proved their excellence as they dominated their latest game with Miami Heats topping the match, 85-76, on Saturday, April 17, 2010.
Leading the Miami heats, Dwayne Wade gathered 28 points, gave 8 rebounds and 10 assists. On the other hand,heading the Boston Celtics team was Kevin Garnett, currently playing as the power forward of the team, contributed 15 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists.
Though they succeeded the match with Miami, it seemed that it was not the day for Garnett. He was issued two technicals after he elbowed Richardson of Miami. Garnett is now facing a possible suspension. Garnett was suspended way back November of 2008 as he slapped Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Andrew Bogut.
Watch out as Boston will meet Miami again on April 20, 2010. This time, no Garnett running on the playing venue if the suspension will take effect.
Chicago Bulls will meet Cleveland Cavaliers this Saturday, April 17, 2010, at 3:00 pm EDT. Bulls, the number 8 seed in the Eastern Conference will take on Cleveland Cavaliers now with Shaquille O'Neal at the center and forward, Antawn Jamison in the game. Watch 2010 NBA Bulls vs Cavaliers first round game in the NBA playoff series. Check out who wins the game Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Cavaliers livestream online via ABC as both teams from the East will challenge each other.
Andre Berto meets Carlos Quintana this Saturday, ina a WBC Welterweight title. Live at Bank Atlantic Center, Sunrise, Florida, the main event, Andre Berto vs Carlos Quintana bout will be witnessed live. Showtime starts 9:45 pm. The Berto vs Quitana fight is presented by HBO Boxing. Also in the fightcard is the Celestino Caballero vs Daud Cino Yordan featherweight bout, Reynaldo Lopez vs Guillermo Rigondeaux super bantamweight bout, the welterweight bout still needs to finalize for Antwone Smith's opponent. Check here for more boxing bouts, live updates and fight results.
