Hawks 112, Magic 96
Knicks 109, Hornets 97
Nets 134, Pelicans 129
Clippers 113, Trail Blazers 112
Timberwolves 134, Kings 120
What went down
An important Western Conference showdown took place in Portland as the Clippers triumphed over the Trail Blazers, 113-112. Both teams were undermanned but the stakes surrounding their matchup didn’t damper the action.
The Clippers are third in the West with a 40-19 record and the Trail Blazers are still in sixth after the loss at 32-24. Every win counts at this stage in the season, more so with the impending play-in tournament drawing near.
CJ McCollum and Carmelo Anthony valiantly tried to get the win to bolster their chances of earning a guaranteed playoff spot. A 3-pointer from McCollum gave Portland a five point lead, 112-107, with a minute left but it was countered by back-to-back drives from Paul George. After a defensive stop by the Clippers, George went to the hoop once again, drawing a foul. He knocked down both charity shots with 4.8 ticks left that eventually led to the LA win.
George finished with a game-high 33 points, scoring eight of the last ten points of the Clippers.
Big-time baller
The Minnesota Timberwolves will end up having another lottery season, but their future remains promising as ever. The cornerstone of the team’s development is none other than Karl-Anthony Towns.
Against the Kings, KAT had a monster line of 26 points, including four triples, 18 rebounds, five assists, and four blocks.
What he said
The NBA has continuously fought for social justice and equality especially after the murder of George Floyd last May.
Today, Derek Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter for the killing of Floyd.
NBPA Executive Director Michele Roberts and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver released the following joint statement today: pic.twitter.com/r0XQkLssOb
— NBA (@NBA) April 20, 2021
Did you see that?
Kyrie Irving took centerstage for the Nets against the Pelicans and performed his signature moves. He had 32 points to his name, highlighted by clutch baskets to seal the win.
KYRIE IRVING. pic.twitter.com/5aq3lrYn87
— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) April 21, 2021
