TSN's Basketball analyst Jevohn Shepherd breaks down Game 1 between the Thunder and Lakers, how OKC was able to get the win without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's dominant offensive output, and what impressed him about how SGA stepped up despite being held to just 18 points and turning the ball over seven times.
Chet Holmgren had 24 points and 12 rebounds, and the Thunder routed the Lakers Tuesday night in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal series. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Ajay Mitchell each added 18 points for the Thunder. OKC leads series 1-0.
Jalen Duren protects the rim with big block for Pistons.
Javonte Green beats 1st-quarter buzzer with a deep 3
Donovan Mitchell nails a floater for the Cavaliers.
Ausar Thompson makes a fancy layup for the Pistons
Ronald Holland II shows off his range at the buzzer for Detroit.
With higher expectations in his third year as head coach, it is safe to say Darko Rajakovic delivered on his end of the bargain, with the Raptors exceeding most preseason predictions about the club. TSN's Josh Lewenberg chats about Rajakovic entering the final year of his contract, and the coach's thoughts on Gradey Dick.
Brian Windhorst joins "The Rich Eisen Show" to discuss the timeline of Luka Doncic's Grade 2 hamstring injury.
Chris Paul joins Pat McAfee and explains why Jalen Brunson's play isn't surprising him.
Cam'ron joins "First Take" and calls out Stephen A. Smith during a Knicks debate.
Stephen A. Smith weighs in on Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves' 104-102 win over Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs in Game 1 of their playoff series.
Michael Wilbon praises both the Timberwolves and Spurs after Minnesota's Game 1 win.
Stephen A. Smith breaks down why the chances are slim of the Lakers beating the Thunder in their playoff series.
The Mavericks officially introduced former Raptors executive Masai Ujiri as team president and alternate governor on Tuesday. Ujiri spoke about what led to his decision to join the Mavs, how he spent his time away from the NBA, and reuniting with coach Phil Handy in Dallas after their time together in Toronto.
Masai Ujiri was asked whether or not he would have traded Luka Doncic and he used the opportunity to send a message that everyone needs to move on from the controversial trade. Ujiri added that having a generational player like Cooper Flagg is special and worth focusing on when it comes to the future.
Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic expressed his excitement at Masai Ujiri's new role with the Mavericks.
Offseason development will be taking priority for Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic, but that doesn't mean it's contained to just his players. Along with his plans for his team this summer, Rajakovic spoke about his personal development plans.
Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic shared his thoughts on the overall seasons from some of his players, including Collin Murray-Boyles, Gradey Dick, Jamal Shead, Ja'Kobe Walter and Jamison Battle.
Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic discussed the areas of growth he saw from RJ Barrett, including his two-way game and leadership.
Brandon Ingram's return season was a successful one for the Raptors during the regular season but was unfortunately not at full strength for the playoffs after aggravating a heel injury in March. Head coach Darko Rajakovic looked ahead to next season and what he believes his all-star is capable of adding.
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