2023-04-17 14:34:24
The postseason of the NBA It continues its course and with four games played. All the initial games of the series have already been played. While it is true, on the first day of playoffs unexpected victories happened. Unexpectedly, the surprises continued on day two with three visiting teams winning. Unfortunately, the first postseason injuries occurred and players will have to wait for their downtime.
Memphis Grizzlies 112 – 128 Los Angeles Lakers
In the first game of the day, los angeles lakers beat Memphis with a great performance by Rui Hachimura. In addition to the loss, the Grizzlies have other bad news that might hurt them in the playoff. And it is that, I Morant He suffered some discomfort in his left hand following leaning on it during a fall. After this event, the Memphis star point guard did not return to the court. On the Lakers side, Anthony Davis he also suffered from an injury. Fortunately for the Los Angeles team, the power forward returned to the game and was one of the architects in the victory.
The following game is important for the Memphis Grizzlies. Because, a second loss would put them in a hypothetical sweep situation. The City of Memphis is awaiting a medical update. However, everything seems to indicate that Ja Morant will miss game two of the series. In case that happens, LeBron James and company would have a greater facility to achieve victory. However, it is often mentioned that the most dangerous teams are those that do not have their star on the court. And in the playoffsthis saying has more impact.
Milwaukee Bucks 117 – 130 Miami Heat
The first great surprise of the postseason occurred in Milwaukee following the victory of the Miami Heat regarding the Bucks. With a Jimmy Butler in mode playoffsMiami takes the lead in the series once morest the candidates of the Eastern Conference. On behalf of Milwaukee, Chris Middleton he was the leader on the court. Given that, Giannis Antetokounmpo he suffered a serious fall that only allowed him to play 11 minutes. Tyler Herroalso suffered from an injury and was only available for 19 minutes.
With worry to the limit, Mike Budenholzer he will have to wait for the biggest medical update of his career. And in case the Greek is out for the next game. Chris Middleton, Jrue Holiday y Brook Lopez they must guide the team in the search for its first victory in this postseason. On the Miami side, Tyler Herro’s injury isn’t as detrimental as Giannis’ in Milwaukee. However, his offensive absence will make this series more interesting. Milwaukee Bucks They need to tie the series at all costs to avoid going to Miami with a two-nil deficit.
Phoenix Suns 110 – 115 Los Angeles Clippers
In one of the eliminatory of greater equality, Phoenix Suns y Los Angeles Clippers They gave a great game to all the fans of the NBA. Despite the absence of Paul George. Kawhi Leonard he guided the Clippers to the first win of the series. Eric Gordon y Russell Westbrook They showed a great level and were fundamental pieces in the victory.
Due to their first loss, the Suns have been heavily criticized. Since, with the fact of having a large workforce mainly made up of Kevin Durant, Chris Paul, Devin Booker y DeAndre Ayton. And without counting the absence of one of the stars of the Clippers, Phoenix lost another game of playoffs and his current situation might become critical if he loses the next match. One of the most important plays of the night. It was the defense and the stopper Russell Westbrook regarding Devin Booker in the ‘clutch’.
Playoff results (04/16/2023)
Denver Nuggets 109 – 80 Minnesota Timberwolves
In the last game of the night, Denver Nuggets He beats the newly classified Timberwolves by beating. With a great collective game led mostly by Nikola Jokic. The first planting of the western conference take advantage in the series. On the part of Minnesota, Rudy Gobert y Karl-Anthony Towns they were the worst of the team due to their poor performance. Anthony Edwards He didn’t have a great night either.
Game number two will be very important. Since, various analysts indicate that this is the series with the highest probability of being swept. The Minnesota Timberwolves they will need to make a lot of adjustments to be able to compete with Denver. In addition to that, his biggest priority will have to be defending once morest Nikola Jokic. However, Jamal Murray y Michael Porter Jr. they are also dangerous players.
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