NBA Recap: April 21–27, 2025
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Clippers Edge Nuggets to Even Series: The LA Clippers secured a narrow 103–102 victory over the Denver Nuggets in Game 2, tying the series 1–1. Kawhi Leonard led the Clippers with 28 points. NBC Sports
April 22, 2025 (Tuesday)
Pacers Take 2–0 Lead Over Bucks: The Indiana Pacers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 123–115 in Game 2, with Tyrese Haliburton contributing 27 points and 11 assists.
Thunder Dominate Grizzlies Again: The Oklahoma City Thunder took a 2–0 series lead over the Memphis Grizzlies with a 118–99 win. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 30 points.
Lakers Even Series with Timberwolves: The Los Angeles Lakers tied their series with the Minnesota Timberwolves at 1–1, winning 94–85. LeBron James led the Lakers with 25 points.
April 23, 2025 (Wednesday)
Celtics Go Up 2–0 on Magic: The Boston Celtics secured a 109–100 victory over the Orlando Magic in Game 2, taking a 2–0 series lead. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 31 points.
Cavaliers Take 2–0 Lead Over Heat: The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Miami Heat 121–112 in Game 2, with Donovan Mitchell scoring 35 points.
Rockets Even Series with Warriors: The Houston Rockets tied their series with the Golden State Warriors at 1–1, winning 109–94. Jalen Green led the Rockets with 28 points.
April 24, 2025 (Thursday)
Knicks Win Thriller Against Pistons: The New York Knicks edged the Detroit Pistons 118–116 in Game 3, taking a 2–1 series lead. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 29 points.ESPN.com+4New York Post+4Diario AS+4
Thunder Take Commanding 3–0 Lead: The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 114–108 in Game 3, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scoring 32 points.
Clippers Blow Out Nuggets: The LA Clippers dominated the Denver Nuggets 117–83 in Game 3, taking a 2–1 series lead. Paul George led the Clippers with 26 points.
April 25, 2025 (Friday)
Magic Stun Celtics in Game 3: The Orlando Magic secured a 95–93 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 3, cutting the series deficit to 2–1. Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 24 points.
Bucks Respond with Game 3 Win: The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Indiana Pacers 117–101 in Game 3, with Giannis Antetokounmpo scoring 33 points.
Timberwolves Take 2–1 Lead Over Lakers: The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Los Angeles Lakers 116–104 in Game 3, with Anthony Edwards contributing 28 points.NBC Sports
April 26, 2025 (Saturday)
Cavaliers Dominate Heat in Game 3: The Cleveland Cavaliers took a 3–0 series lead over the Miami Heat with a 124–87 win. Darius Garland led the Cavaliers with 27 points.
Thunder Complete Sweep of Grizzlies: The Oklahoma City Thunder eliminated the Memphis Grizzlies with a 117–115 victory in Game 4, completing a 4–0 series sweep.
Nuggets Even Series with Clippers: The Denver Nuggets tied their series with the LA Clippers at 2–2, winning 101–99. Nikola Jokić led the Nuggets with 30 points.
Warriors Regain Series Lead Over Rockets: The Golden State Warriors defeated the Houston Rockets 104–93 in Game 3, taking a 2–1 series lead. Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 31 points.
April 27, 2025 (Sunday)
Knicks Take 3–1 Lead Over Pistons: The New York Knicks edged the Detroit Pistons 94–93 in Game 4, with Julius Randle scoring 26 points.
Timberwolves Extend Series Lead Against Lakers: The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 116–113 in Game 4, taking a 3–1 series lead. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 43 points. NBC Sports
Celtics Push Magic to Brink of Elimination: The Boston Celtics took a 3–1 series lead over the Orlando Magic with a 107–98 victory in Game 4. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 37 points and 14 rebounds. ESPN.com
Pacers Take 3–1 Lead Over Bucks: The Indiana Pacers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 129–103 in Game 4, with Tyrese Haliburton contributing 28 points and 12 assists.
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