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teams.ie Editorial TeamIreland's Conor Devine continues to impress in the NBA G League with the Oklahoma City Blue, as the Thunder themselves launch their championship defense with the squad that finished last season as the league's surprise package and best regular-season record. The Thunder face a historical challenge: no team has won back-to-back titles since the 2017-18 Warriors, as the NBA enters a new era of parity where depth and consistency matter more than ever. With stars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and a roster built on smart asset accumulation, Oklahoma City could be the side to break the streak, though the Boston Celtics, Denver Nuggets, and other Eastern Conference contenders won't make it easy. It's a fascinating season ahead for the league, and all eyes are on whether the Thunder can prove last year wasn't a flash in the pan.
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Thunder and Pistons extend leads in play-off semis
Oklahoma City and Detroit move 2-0 up in their NBA Conference semi-finals with home victories over the LA Lakers and Cleveland.
Wembanyama shines as Spurs and Knicks win in play-offs
Victor Wembanyama shines as the San Antonio Spurs drew level in the NBA's Conference semi-finals while the New York Knicks edged into a 2-0 lead.
Thunder and Pistons make winning start in semi-finals
The Oklahoma City Thunder prove too strong for the Los Angeles Lakers to take a 1-0 lead in the NBA's Conference semi-finals.
Timberwolves accuse Wembanyama of goaltending after Spurs star sets NBA playoff block record
Frenchman had 12 blocks during Spurs’ Monday loss Minnesota say referees missed several infractions The Minnesota Timberwolves have questioned whether Victor
Edwards helps Timberwolves to win over Spurs despite Wembanyama’s playoff record
Minnesota star returns from knee injury Wembanyama makes NBA playoff record 12 blocks Knicks keep on rolling with huge win over 76ers Anthony Edwards announc
Timberwolves draw first blood despite Wembanyama record
A record-breaking defensive performance from Victor Wembanyama is not enough to prevent the Minnesota Timberwolves taking a lead against the San Antonio Spurs i
Broken bodies everywhere: are injuries about to be declared winners of the NBA playoffs?
A host of stars have gone down with injuries this postseason. For as long as the league resists change, its players will pay the price Should we just cancel the
Pistons and Cavaliers advance in NBA play-offs
Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers will face one another in a best-of-seven series in the Eastern Conference semi-finals of the NBA play-offs.
Pistons complete comeback against Magic to win their first NBA playoff series in 18 years
No 1 seeds had trailed 3-1 in first-round series Cade Cunningham leads way with 32 points Cade Cunningham had 32 points and 12 assists, Tobias Harris added 30
NBA playoffs: 76ers upset No 2 seed Celtics after comeback from 3-1 series hole
Joel Embiid stars again with 34-point performance Celtics forced to play without injured Jayson Tatum Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers advanced to the E
76ers stun Boston to complete series comeback
Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey inspire the Philadelphia 76ers to victory in their series decider against the Boston Celtics.
At 41, LeBron James is turning back the clock and taking the Lakers on a storybook playoff run
The veteran star’s days as the No 1 option once appeared behind him. Against the favored Rockets, he put Father Time on the ropes and his team on his back The d