The Minnesota Timberwolves went into Oklahoma City on Tuesday night hoping to steal a game. For two quarters, they looked great before the Thunder seized control after halftime with a 114-88 win.
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The Dallas Wings fell to 0-2 on Monday, yet they should feel anything but down. Because after Paige Bueckers' strong game, brighter days are on the horizon.
While the Oklahoma City Thunder were battle-tested against Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets, the Minnesota Timberwolves have coasted in the first two rounds against undersized teams in the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors.
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With one series standing in the Knicks' way from bringing the NBA Finals to Madison Square Garden for the first time this century, more on-court brilliance and winning will undoubtedly make Brunson a cherished folk hero in New York forever.