Aaron Gordon turns in a playoff career night and Denver finds its A-game to put L.A. on the brink of elimination.
The Nuggets, locked in while taking a 3-0 series lead over the Lakers, have a clear 'championship mentality' according to Shaq.
Joel Embiid reasserts his dominance with a playoff-high 50 points, boosting the 76ers over the Knicks in Game 3.
Damian Lillard stood tall in Game 2, but Milwaukee's complimentary players must do more for the Bucks to prevail in Game 3.
Despite missing the 2024 playoffs, these teams have cause to believe things might turn around quickly in 2024-25.
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