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Raptors’ Barrett proving to be playoff tough

Tied 2-2 in their playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, RJ Barrett has stepped up his game for the Toronto Raptors, proving to be valuable on both ends of the court, Josh Lewenberg writes.


Celtics’ Stevens wins Executive of the Year for second time in past three years

Brad Stevens built a Boston roster that earned the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference last season, then had to part ways with four members of that roster to escape what could have been a massive luxury tax bill. The result? Boston was No. 2 in the East again — and remains a legitimate championship hopeful in a season where many likely expected otherwise.


Ex-NBA player Jones first to plead guilty in gambling case

Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones has become the first person to plead guilty in a gambling sweep that led to the arrests of more than 30 people, including reputed mobsters and other basketball figures.


Jokic helps Nuggets stave off elimination with Game 5 win over T-Wolves

Nikola Jokic snapped out of his prolonged funk with a triple-double, Spencer Jones provided a key spark and the Denver Nuggets staved off elimination with a chippy 125-113 win over the injury-riddled Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of their playoff series Monday night.


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