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While the two-time Finals MVP brought an emotional lift, it wasn't enough to keep Dallas from tying up this series.
Law Murray50
Luka Dončić inspires Mavericks' win over Clippers not with magic, but with 'emotional' fire
Tim Cato82
Tuesday's NBA playoffs scores and takeaways: Mavericks, Pacers join the fight; Suns' Big 3 bottled up
The Athletic Staff145
Clippers' Kawhi Leonard to return from knee injury for Game 2 vs. Mavericks
Law Murray10
Clippers flummoxed Luka Dončic in Game 1. How must Mavericks adjust in Game 2?
Tim Cato17
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LA built a large lead and held on in Game 1. But the Clippers know they can be even better in a few areas.
Law Murray9
In Tuesday's NBA Playoffs action, Minnesota tries to go 2-0 up on Phoenix, while the Pacers and Mavs look to recover from blowout losses.
Dan Santaromita11
Journalists from The Athletic spoke to 142 players, from all 30 teams, for this year's edition of the poll.
Sam Amick and Josh Robbins720
Given a golden opportunity to jump ahead with Clippers star Kawhi Leonard injured, the Mavericks instead took a half to wake up.
Tim Cato27
Leonard last played on March 31 on the road against the Charlotte Hornets, missing the last eight games on the schedule.
Law Murray49
The top seeds of the East and West hit the hardcourt Sunday in two of four Game 1s on the docket. Get odds and expert picks for all four.
Hannah Vanbiber22
There's a lot different about this Mavs team since they played the Clippers in 2021, but the biggest change can be summed up in three words.
Tim Cato20
We asked a scout, a coach and a team executive to predict the outcomes of the matchups that are already set.
Josh Robbins and Sam Amick163
The Tatum-Brown core will always have doubters until they get over the hump. Is this the year it finally happens for Boston?
John Hollinger265
The Clippers are set to enter Intuit Dome next season in Inglewood, Calif. But who will be with them is uncertain.
Law Murray32
Zach Harper predicts what comes next for each NBA team
Zach Harper62
You can build an All-Star team of players who aren’t qualified for awards this season, but here's how I think ballots should break down.
John Hollinger405
Will Kawhi Leonard suit up for Game 1? How will Luka Dončić fare against Ivica Zubac this time around? We look at these storylines and more.
Tim Cato and Law Murray62
The league set all-time highs in total and average attendance, in the percentage of capacity teams sold seats for and for sellouts.
Mike Vorkunov136
Breaking down the past, present and future of the 20 head coaches who still have a chance at a championship this season.
Sam Amick105
John Hollinger makes his play-in picks and previews a potentially wild first round of the 2024 NBA playoffs.
John Hollinger180
The Athletic has you covered on all the playoff and Play-In Tournament scenarios heading into Sunday.
Lukas Weese and Jenna West99
Are NBA players allowed to bet? How is illicit wagering reported? Answering these questions and more on the league's rules around gambling.
Mike Vorkunov61
Dončić's MVP candidacy, worthily constructed all season, has been noticeable as the Mavericks have won 16 of their last 18 games.
Tim Cato93
The top two tiers get interesting because the placements get challenging. And then there's a certain French phenom who's working his way up.
Seth Partnow259
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