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Lakers Set to Display In-Season Tournament Championship Banner
sports2 years ago

Lakers Set to Display In-Season Tournament Championship Banner

The Los Angeles Lakers will raise a unique banner to honor their NBA In-Season Tournament title ahead of their home game against the New York Knicks on December 18. Initially, the team had no plans to recognize the title with a banner, but they decided to differentiate it from their championship banners by making it a different shape and color. The Lakers won the inaugural In-Season Tournament with a victory over the Indiana Pacers, with Anthony Davis and LeBron James leading the way. The banner will serve as a reminder of their success in the tournament, while the team's larger goal remains winning an 18th championship this season.

LeBron James Dominates as Lakers Knock Out Zion Williamson and Pelicans from IST
sports2 years ago

LeBron James Dominates as Lakers Knock Out Zion Williamson and Pelicans from IST

LeBron James delivers a masterful performance, scoring 30 points and dishing out eight assists in just three quarters, as the Los Angeles Lakers eliminate the New Orleans Pelicans from the NBA's In-Season Tournament with a dominant 133-89 victory. The Lakers' all-around dominance impresses fans, with James' efficient night generating the most buzz. The Lakers will now face the Indiana Pacers in the tournament's championship game.

Lakers and Pelicans Clash in NBA Tournament Semifinal with Key Players' Status in Question
sports2 years ago

Lakers and Pelicans Clash in NBA Tournament Semifinal with Key Players' Status in Question

The Los Angeles Lakers are facing the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA In-Season Tournament with a spot in the championship game on the line. The Pelicans currently hold a slim lead over the Lakers after the first quarter. Both teams are relying on getting to the rim and playing defense to take away the rim. The Pelicans have been successful in owning the glass and taking advantage of favorable matchups. The Lakers, on the other hand, need to win these minutes without LeBron James on the floor.

"NXT's Viewership Shift: Decline Among Older Viewers, Growth Among Young Males"
sports2 years ago

"NXT's Viewership Shift: Decline Among Older Viewers, Growth Among Young Males"

The Dec. 5 episode of WWE NXT had a total viewership of 626,000 and a 0.19 rating among 18-49 year olds, with competition from the NBA In-Season Tournament. The show's numbers are within its usual range when major main roster stars are not involved, but they are better than the same week in 2022. The article provides a rundown of NXT's audience and ratings share over the past year.

NBA Drama: Lakers Triumph in Tournament, Suns Seek Redemption
sports2 years ago

NBA Drama: Lakers Triumph in Tournament, Suns Seek Redemption

LeBron James scores 15 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 106-103 victory over the Phoenix Suns, securing the last semifinal spot in the NBA in-season tournament. The Lakers will face the New Orleans Pelicans in the semifinals, while the Milwaukee Bucks will play the Indiana Pacers in the East semifinal. James' clutch performance, along with Anthony Davis' 27 points and 15 rebounds, propels the Lakers to the next round.

"Expert NBA DFS Picks and Strategies for December 5th"
sports2 years ago

"Expert NBA DFS Picks and Strategies for December 5th"

DFS professional Mike McClure shares his top NBA DFS picks for Tuesday's games, including Lakers forward LeBron James and Suns center Jusuf Nurkic. McClure's predictive data model has helped him win over $2 million in career winnings, and he provides optimal lineups and player pools exclusively on SportsLine. Don't miss out on his expert advice to maximize your chances of winning big in NBA DFS tournaments.

Tyrese Haliburton leads Pacers to NBA Cup semi-finals with historic triple-double
sports2 years ago

Tyrese Haliburton leads Pacers to NBA Cup semi-finals with historic triple-double

The Indiana Pacers advanced to the semi-finals of the NBA In-Season Tournament by defeating the Boston Celtics 122-112, with Tyrese Haliburton recording his first career triple-double. The Pacers remained unbeaten in the tournament, while the Celtics' three-game winning streak came to an end. In the other quarter-final, the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Sacramento Kings, with Brandon Ingram scoring 30 points. The Pacers will face either the Milwaukee Bucks or the New York Knicks in the semi-finals, while the Pelicans await the winner of the game between the Phoenix Suns and the Los Angeles Lakers.

"Knicks Dominate Hornets, Secure Spot in NBA In-Season Tournament Knockout Round"
sports2 years ago

"Knicks Dominate Hornets, Secure Spot in NBA In-Season Tournament Knockout Round"

The New York Knicks defeated the Charlotte Hornets 115-91 to secure a spot in the NBA In-Season Tournament quarterfinals, but mistakenly believed they were headed to Las Vegas for the next round. Instead, they will face the Milwaukee Bucks in the quarterfinals. The Knicks needed a strong point differential to secure their spot and coach Tom Thibodeau coached with the goal of running up the score. The team now has a chance to win the $500,000 top prize per player and advance to the semifinals for a chance at a Vegas trip.

"Key Injuries and Predictions for Pelicans vs Rockets Clash"
sports2 years ago

"Key Injuries and Predictions for Pelicans vs Rockets Clash"

The New Orleans Pelicans face the Houston Rockets in their first matchup of the NBA In-Season Tournament, with Zion Williamson and Herb Jones listed as questionable due to injury, and Naji Marshall doubtful. CJ McCollum, Jose Alvarado, and Trey Murphy III remain out for the Pelicans, while Victor Oladipo and Amen Thompson are out for the Rockets. Alperen Sengun is questionable for Houston.