Mavericks’ P.J. Washington plays clutch hero with Luka Doncic out, Kyrie Irving silent in win vs. Nuggets

In Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, the Golden State Warriors faced the Houston Rockets, where Warriors' forward Jimmy Butler III suffered a pelvic contusion after a hard fall caused by Amen Thompson. Despite Butler's absence, Houston's Jalen Green excelled with 38 points, leading the Rockets to a 109-94 victory that evened the series at 1-1. Warriors coach Steve Kerr expressed uncertainty about Butler's status for Game 3, emphasizing the team's need to adapt...

Jalen had an impressive bounce-back performance, becoming the first Houston Rocket since James Harden to score 30 points in a playoff game. He recorded 38 points, along with 6 assists, 4 rebounds, and 3 steals, shooting 52% from the field and 44.4% from three-point range, resulting in a 69.9% true shooting percentage. This standout game highlights Jalen's significant impact and contribution to the team during the playoffs. Full Article

94 - 109 Box Scores: NBA - Yahoo   GAME SUMMARY West First Round - Game 2 - GSW leads 1-0 Location: Toyota Center Officials: Sean Corbin, Courtney Kirkland, David Guthrie, and Andy Nagy Team Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Total Golden State Warriors 18 28 25 23 94 Houston Rockets 28 32 27 22 109   TEAM STATS Team PTS FG FG% 3P 3P% FT FT% OREB TREB AST PF STL TO BLK Golden State...

Jaylen Brown, at 28 years old, has surpassed Paul George and Rasheed Wallace in playoff scoring, now ranking 47th in NBA history. Draymond Green has also moved past Hakeem Olajuwon, securing the 20th spot for all-time steals. In Game 2, Brown achieved 36 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, marking his first playoff game without Jayson Tatum since his rookie year, with his performance noted for its impact on the Celtics’ offense efficiency. Full Article

Danielle Lerner reports that the Rockets won 109-94 against the Warriors, equalizing their playoff series at one game each, with Jalen Green leading Houston with 38 points, including eight 3-pointers. The game was marked by physical play and intense moments, showcasing Houston's strong defense and Green's impressive performance, which drew praise on social media for his responsiveness after a lackluster Game 1. As the series heads to San Francisco for the next two games, the...