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NBA playoffs: What will decide Celtics-Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals

Which elite offense will prevail? Will Kristaps Porzingis return? Our NBA insiders are breaking down the keys to the Celtics-Pacers East finals showdown.

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West Semifinals - Game 7MIN wins series 4-3

Wolves overcome 20-point deficit to eliminate defending champ Nuggets in Game 7

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KAT's putback dunk takes fight out of Nuggets in Game 7

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Ant Edwards waves bye to Nuggets fans in closing moments

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Gobert drops in a slick and-1 for the Wolves

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Naz Reid blocks Jokic, then finishes putback dunk

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    NFL OFFSEASON

    Where 14 of the top remaining NFL free agents should sign -- and where one trade candidate could fit

    Where should Michael Thomas, Ryan Tannehill and Justin Simmons sign? Who should trade for Tee Higgins? Let's find team fits for 15 players.

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    East Semifinals - Game 7IND wins series 4-3

    Pacers oust Knicks in Game 7 to advance to Eastern Conference finals

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    How does this year's Pacers-Knicks series compare to their all-time moments?

    The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers rounded out another memorable postseason series. Here's a look back at other top moments between the two in the playoffs.

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    Brunson after Knicks' Game 7 loss: 'Proud of how we fought'

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    Tyrese Haliburton evades defenders to drain sixth 3 as Pacers advance to Eastern Conference finals

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    Brunson fends off Nembhard for sweet 3-pointer

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    Celebrity Row loves Deuce McBride's huge layup

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    Siakam stunts Knicks' momentum with block to end 1st half

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    Myles Turner denies Deuce McBride at the rim

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    Isaiah Jackson skies for two-handed slam

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    T.J. McConnell evades defender, buries sweet floater

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      PGA CHAMPIONSHIP

      Six winners and six losers from the 2024 PGA Championship

      From Xander Schauffele securing his first major championship to the soft conditions at Valhalla Golf Course, here are the biggest winners and losers from the 2024 PGA Championship.

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      Xander Schauffele reflects on 'amazing' PGA Championship win

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      BOOMERS STATE OF PLAY

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      Boomers state of play: On the plane, in the terminal, or still packing their bags?

      Who's going into Boomers camp already getting comfortable in their seat on the flight to Paris, and who should be looking over their shoulder and unsure if it's even worth packing a bag? Olgun Uluc takes a look at the current state of play.

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      MAGIC ROUND

      Bunker forensically examining dead possums

      Today we take a look at the plague of players laying down for free kicks, the Warriors' miracle victory over the Panthers, Harry Grant trying an old ploy and failing and the magic return of a slightly rusty Hammer.

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