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Jackson had an amazing defensive game, specially on the fourth quarter with his blocks he helped the team go to OT at least, maybe failed to get a win but JJJ definitely plays an amazing defensive game and he is the type of guy you really want as a role player right next to your stars.

However, Lebron and AD was just too much for Memphis to hold and they just won the game. However lets not forget about the silent star of this game, the real winner is D'lo, those three pointers in the fourth quarter where he scored 3 in a row was insane, that helped the game go from 97-90 memphis winning to 97-99 Lakers winning within under a minute or something, that is not something that is easy. That gave Lakers the breathing room they needed and the rest was easier to handle.

Game 4 Davis was more worse than what he did in Game 2 because last night, he was just shooting 30% on the field while in Game 2 he got 58% on the field while 100% in FT. Fortunately, enough there was LeBron who took the responsibility and had 20 rebounds which helps the team secure more balls in-order to gain chances in taking control of the game. And of course, Russell and Reaves also managed to deliver important shots in the game while Vanderbilt on their defense.

No one knows until we see the game finally ended. And speaking of Lakers, Lebron has been recorded the oldest player to be on the playoffs doing those numbers that he'd made.

And with the recent match of Heat, Jimmy Butler was on fire. I was expecting that Bucks will be the one who's gonna be likely to win this playoffs but they're in danger and if this momentum will stay on Heat, we know where it's going.

Los Angeles Lakers defeated Memphis 117-111 in overtime in the 4th game, with the regular time ending 104-104, and the series made the situation 3-1. The next game will be played on April 27 at the Memphis arena. If the Lakers win this game, it will be 4-1 and Memphis will be eliminated from the playoffs. My guess is that Memphis will win this game very easily and make the score 3-2 and hope for the next game.

Surely the Milwaukee Bucks haven't anticipated that one where Jimmy Butler will rise and carry the team towards the win, I mean it's not every day that we can see Jimmy Butler doing that, I know that he's totally different when it comes to playoffs because of his experience but I strongly doubt that he can maintain those efforts if his team aren't helping him in any way. The Bucks even having this 3-1 deficit, they still stand a chance until the series is not yet finished.

True, injuries can have a significant impact on the outcome of a playoff series but the Miami Heat are a strong team that deserves praise for their amazing comeback in game 4. Playoff Jimmy is always great to watch and the Heat look to be finding their groove right now. Even though the Bucks may not have much chance of coming back from a 3-1 deficit anything can happen in the playoffs and it is not over until it is over. Regarding Giannis' quest for the MVP a player's season is not defined by one defeat and he has unquestionably had an outstanding year. The unpredictability and drama that sports offer are ultimately what make them so beautiful and this series has certainly delivered on both counts.

If Lakers beat the Memphis Grizzlies and then Bucks losing to the Heat, this could be one season wherein the number 1 in the East and number 2 in the West will be knockout in the first round (I could be wrong though). Specially the Bucks, no one thought that the Miami Heat will give them problems. But when Giannis got injured, it was a different series all along as the Heat took control of series from the beginning.

As for the Memphis, too much trash talking against Lebron and it back fired on them if they are going to lose against the Lakers in the first round.
And we wouldn't forget this statement from Ja Morant??

It's just very unfortunate that the Bucks is dominating in the regular games, had the best record in the NBA if I'm not mistaken. But a single injury in the playoff have chance the complexion of the series. And in game 4, I thought that him playing will make it even as they took a double digit lead down in the 3rd. But as you have said, Playoff Jimmy is activated and scored huge in the 4th quarter. One of the most exciting game this playoff, and what a great comeback as if it is the same Heat that make the finals in the bubbles. So I wouldn't be surprised if they will win this series now, 3-1 lead and the statistics are against the Bucks to overcome that huge lead. What a big disappointment for Bucks supporters here and a big dose for Giannis MVP run.

As far as I can see it, only Jimmy Butler is dangerous in the Miami Heat right now because even Bam Adebayo is not getting the right rebounds that he should do and have to help the team especially the offensive ones, they need to step up even more to help Butler because Herro is currently injured right now and possibly would be back in late second round if they can eliminate the Bucks plus there's Oladipo who met a season ending injury.

Right now, they are on a comfortable phase because the Bucks are two games away but they should be careful because anytime, Giannis and the rest of the team can bounce back. Let's just hope that Butler will not burn-out because of the responsibility and load he got.

The Heat have suddenly become a dangerous team this playoffs. I'm sure other teams will respect them if they beat the number 1 team in the East. If they face the New York Knicks, who are also good defensively, it should be a great series since the Heat can play a defensive game too. They're a flexible team when it comes to basketball styles.

If the second round matchup is Heat vs Knicks, will the Heat take the home court advantage because they beat the number 1 team, or will we still base it on the regular season rankings?

I hope they gonna win this series because the Bucks are not really in the mood to win the championship this year because Giannis is not a hundred percent OK and Jimmy Butler's playoffs mode is activated right now and they might gonna rally sooner and jump to the next round after they successfully win this last game. If that happened, surely the best match possible is against the Knicks because they are also surprisingly winning the series as well, and playing the next round with the Heat will surely test their skills.

It's surprising how Butler went into beast mode in that game. He did a great job of silencing the critics about his status as a superstar. Based on what I saw, I believe the Bulls were wrong in letting him go when he was still young. And look at what the Bulls have now, they have DeRozan and Lavine who are not even close to achieving what Butler already has.

Miami Heat beating the Bucks is a huge upset this playoffs. The Lakers eliminating the number 2 team is not surprising, though.


All 3 teams will be eliminated for sure,

Yesterday was something else. Between Jimmy Buckets putting up 56 points to beat the Bucks and then LeBron with a 20 & 20 (22) game. Would have been great if he could have gotten a couple more assists. LeBron was going crazy at center… He was blocking everything.

Three elimination games today. Should be an exciting day of basketball.

I'd like to reply to this specific comment. I agree with you, mate. Kawhi Leonard has become an injury-prone player. But honestly, if he is healthy, I think there's a huge chance he can take his team to the Finals.

We've seen how Leonard played in Game 1 - he was nearly unstoppable, and his shots were very accurate. Now, the Clippers are playing without their two superstars, and it will be all Westbrook show. But since they're in a do-or-die situation, I don't think Phoenix will give them another day.

This will be over in five.

It's just one game for Schroder, and I think that he will come back stronger coming into Game 5 knowing that they're up 3-1, and it will be on the road for them. As for the Grizzlies, I don't know how they will bounce back with this one, but they're one of the best home teams right now, so even though the Lakers snatched one game from them, I think that the Grizzlies will take Game 5. That is if the morale of the team is still up like the Timberwolves where they forced a Game 5.

Reporters wanted to interview Brooks after the game, but he didn't face them, and just said "I'm out". What a funny guy he is.

He is just trash talk, but his performance can't back it up. They needed him in the last 2 games knowing that the Lakers stole one on their home, but what did Brooks do in their last 2 games? Hit Lebron in the groin, and got ejected in Game 3? And in Game 4, he only scored 11 points, in 4/11 FG shooting with 1/7 from threes? He is just pure trash talk, and he's even blaming the media because of how the people look at him right now. I mean I would praise him if he's an superstar like Booker who is a trash talker as well, but he's backing it up whenever he's on the court. This player is just pure trash talk.

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Anyway, I will just add some things that I saw online (Facebook).
- Ime Udoka will be the next Rockets head coach after they fired Stephen Silas. Welcome back to him I guess. I hope he will rebuild the Rockets team like what he did with the Celtics.
- Dejounte Murray will be suspended for Game 5 against the Celtics because of verbal abuse against the referees.
- Kawhi Leonard will be out for Game 5 as well because of the same injury. I hope that the Clippers will trade him next season because nothing happened with this team since him and PG came.

It's somehow okay because he just came back. I am actually more surprised that he was not under minute restriction. He played 38 minutes last night which is higher than his regular playtime during the season, his average is 32 minutes. I think Coach Bud will see this and put him back to his average and just trust his team mates. Giannis plays better when he is well-rested.

Yeah, the memory of what he had done against the Lakers in the bubble is still fresh for me. That's where I applaud his hard work and love for the game, he won't stop until the last drop of his sweat.

Later, we have 3 games. All games at 3-1 and all teams that are leading the series are playing at their homecourt. There's a chance all three games will also end their respective series here in round 1. Nuggets, Suns, and Celtics.
I'd like to see the Clippers bounce back if they can, but without Kawhi it will be a task that is difficult to achieve. I saw Coach Lue tried the small ball lineup in Game 4 and it looks like it can work but I bet those 5 players are exhausted while they keep on running and gunning.

Seems that he takes the challenge seriously, and even without the words he is showing it by actions, we just see a playoff
monsters who take care of the game in last minutes of the game.

I like how he answers his critics and the challenge from the young trash talkers of Memphis, not by words but by the game he's playing now.

One more win for the Lakers and this series will be over. They will beat the top 2 seeds from the west.

Lebron James had another achievement with 20 points, 20 rebounds, 7 assists, and 2 blocks as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies. Do you think there will be a comeback by the Grizzlies despite they are 0-3 against to Lakers? And shout out to Jimmy Butler with his career high 56 points and 9 rebounds as they defeated Milwuakee Bucks to take a 3-1 series lead.

Also Jimmy Butler is the 4th (56 points) Most Points Scored in a Playoff Game, All time Leaders.

1st Michael Jordan with 63 points
2nd Elgin Baylor with 61 points
3rd Donovan Mitchell with 57 points
4th Jimmy Butler with 56 points

What a show from Jimmy Butler last night against Bucks with a total of 56 points! I'm currently watching the 2nd half because that is where I felt asleep and I still cannot believe it that Miami took the game and they are leading the series 3-1. Giannis what a rough night with only 26 points and it was all on Lopez for scoring points and sames goes for Middleton who forgot how to score 3 pointers...

LeBron has activated playoff mode and he still has that winning mentality that makes him the king of the NBA. The Lakers are playing very well and showing the Grizzlies that they may have underestimated their opponent. It would be interesting to see if this reality check will calm down Memphis and give them a better perspective of the playoffs.

Dynasty will be over soon!