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The Miami Heat exploded for a franchise-record 153 points, crushing the New Orleans Pelicans 153-104. Bam Adebayo and rookie Kel’el Ware each dropped double-doubles, and eight teammates scored in double figures. It was also Miami’s second-largest win margin ever.
Miami is locked in at the 10th seed and will hit the road to face the Chicago Bulls in the play-in tournament. If you’re betting this one, check out the NBA odds and lines on Sportshub.
Timberwolves Dominate Nets as Gobert Ties Career-High
Rudy Gobert dropped 35 points, matching his career-high in a 117-71 beatdown over Brooklyn. The Timberwolves are now part of a tight four-way cluster out West heading into Sunday’s finale.
Minnesota might be without Anthony Edwards in the final game due to his 18th technical foul. Want updates on roster statuses and betting angles? Check basketball service plays on Sportshub.
Clippers Edge Kings, Harden Notches Triple-Double
James Harden had 23 points, 11 boards, and 10 dimes, while Kawhi Leonard poured in 20 in the first half to help the Clippers win their seventh straight, 101-100 over Sacramento.
L.A. is now tied for the No. 4 seed, aiming for home-court in the first round. Track playoff positioning and picks via Sportshub’s NBA leaderboard.
Cavaliers Rally Past Knicks, Secure No. 1 Seed
Cleveland overcame a 23-point hole behind Darius Garland’s 13-point fourth quarter to edge New York 108-102. The Knicks clinched the No. 3 seed due to the Pacers’ loss and will face Detroit in the opening round.
Cavs await the play-in results. Dive deeper into NBA playoff projections on Sportshub.
Doncic Leads Lakers to No. 3 Seed With 39-Point Night
Luka Doncic dropped 39 points, and the Los Angeles Lakers clinched the No. 3 spot in the West with a 140-109 win over Houston. LeBron left early with a taped groin/hip, so monitor that injury moving forward.
Houston rested starters again; Cam Whitmore went off for a career-high 34 in their second straight L. For injury reports & computer picks, don’t miss Sportshub’s analytics hub.
Jokic Makes History, Nuggets Beat Grizzlies Late
Nikola Jokic locked in his third straight triple-double season, something only guards had ever done before. Denver used a 14-1 closing run to beat Memphis 117-109.
Jokic had 26/16/13, and Aaron Gordon dropped 33 as Denver secured their top-six spot. Watch all Nuggets playoff odds as they solidify seeding.
Bucks Lock No. 5 Seed, Giannis Drops Triple-Double
Giannis Antetokounmpo posted a massive 32-15-11 triple-double as Milwaukee beat the Pistons 125-119. The Bucks now face the Pacers in round one. Detroit gets New York.
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Warriors, Bulls, Magic & Hawks Secure Key Wins
- Golden State held off Portland to stay in the hunt.
- Chicago locked up the 9-seed and hosts Miami in the play-in.
- Orlando downed Indiana and will host Atlanta in the 7-vs-8 game.
- Atlanta secured No. 8 behind Trae Young’s 36 in Philly.
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