By: Kwame Bediako
The 2024-25 NBA playoffs continue to deliver thrilling basketball action as teams battle through intense second-round games. Fans witnessed another round of gripping performances, with several series tightening up and exciting moments unfolding across the league.
In a closely contested matchup, the No. 4 seed Denver Nuggets and No. 5 seed LA Clippers faced off again, with the Clippers pulling out a narrow 105-102 victory. Kawhi Leonard led the charge for the Clippers with an impressive 30-point performance, helping them even the series. The series now shifts to the newly opened Intuit Dome in Inglewood for what promises to be an electrifying atmosphere.
Meanwhile, the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder showcased their dominance with a commanding 118-99 win over the No. 8 seed Memphis Grizzlies. The Thunder’s impressive performance sets up an intriguing shift in home court advantage for the upcoming Game 3, with the series poised for further excitement as both teams battle for progression.
The Los Angeles Lakers evened their series against the Minnesota Timberwolves behind Luka Doncic’s stellar play, with Doncic scoring 31 points to secure a 94-85 victory. The game marked a crucial response for the Lakers, who now aim to leverage their home court advantage to take control of the series.
In another competitive matchup, the Indiana Pacers outpaced the Milwaukee Bucks with a 123-115 victory. Pascal Siakam’s double-double performance powered the Pacers to a 2-0 series lead, putting them in a strong position to advance further.
