Six Celtics reach double figures as Boston rout Dallas Porzingis scores 20 off bench in first game in 38 days Dallas Mavericks 89-107 Boston Celtics – as it happened Jaylen Read more

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Minnesota’s versatile big man wasn’t the reason the Timberwolves were demolished by the Mavericks in the West finals. But he makes for a uniquely convenient scapegoat The space of a Read more

Dallas dominate Minnesota 124-103 to reach NBA finals Celtics will host Mavericks in Game 1 on 6 June Luka Dončić had a 20-point first quarter on his way to 36 Read more

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The 5ft 7in point guard’s career took him from Utah to New York City and a national title. But he was the last person to boast about his achievements On Read more

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Center won championships with Portland and Boston Walton became a popular broadcaster after playing career Hall of fame basketball star and two-time NBA champion Bill Walton has died of cancer Read more