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West Semifinals - Game 1Series starts 5/4

Lowe: What to expect from this Timberwolves-Nuggets clash of the titans

On paper, they're even: Minnesota with its top-ranked defense and average offense, Denver with its surgical offense and solid defense. Here are the matchups, schemes and counters that will determine what should be an epic Western Conference battle.

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Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards' superstar turn

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    UFC 301 Pantoja vs. Erceg: live results and analysis

    The flyweight title is on the line in Rio. Follow along for live updates throughout the night.

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    'I'm terrified of retiring': Inside the final stage of a UFC star's career

    As Anthony Smith, Jose Aldo and others near the end of the road, when is the right time to leave the Octagon?

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    Canelo Alvarez-Jaime Munguia live results and analysis

    Canelo Alvarez puts his undisputed super middleweight title on the line against Jaime Munguia. Follow live.

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    'A different era for me': Canelo's new approach isn't to satisfy his critics

    Canelo Alvarez is boxing's top star, but his goal to build a legacy could be challenged by his new approach.

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    West 1st Round - Game 6DAL wins series 4-2

    Mavs cruise past Clippers, advance to face OKC

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    'BANG!' Kyrie Irving splashes unbelievable fadeaway triple as Mavericks clinch series

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    Kyrie on Mavs: 'This is a selfless group'

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    Luka dazzles with full-court dime to Kyrie

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    Daniel Gafford dunks all over Ivica Zubac with nasty poster

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    Tim Legler praises 'seamless connection' between Luka and Kyrie

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      East 1st Round - Game 6Series tied 3-3

      Magic stars combine for 75 points to force Game 7

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      Donovan Mitchell's 50 points not enough as Cavs drop Game 6

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      Paolo Banchero on Game 7: 'We're gonna be ready'

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      Cole Anthony dazzles to the rim for tough finish as Magic force Game 7

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      0:32

      Darius Garland shows off his footwork for a Cavs basket

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      Jalen Suggs drains the trey, gives up bucket while celebrating

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      Franz Wagner loses Max Strus for a Eurostep finish

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        LAKERS FIRE HAM

        McAfee wonders if JJ Redick could be Lakers' next coach

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        Why did the Lakers fire Darvin Ham after two seasons?

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