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Rockets at Raptors: Prediction, point spread, odds, over/under, betting picks (April 8)

Kevin Porter Jr. and the Rockets have rallied in the second half to cover in two straight games, and they may have another chance Friday versus heavily favored Toronto (-11.5).

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Toronto Raptors edge Sixers, 119-114, in potential first-round playoff preview

TORONTO — The rebound off his own miss inside gave Pascal Siakam a triple-double. And his finish through contact sealed the a critical Raptors late-season victory over a 76ers team they may see again next week in the first round of the NBA playoffs.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Rockets at Raptors: Friday’s lineups, injury reports, broadcast and stream info

If Rockets guard Jalen Green scores 30+ points in Toronto and extends his streak to six games, he would tie Hall of Famer Allen Iverson (1997) for the modern record by an NBA rookie.

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Dennis Young: The Sixers have their own unvaccinated bozo problem

NEW YORK — Call it the Aaron Judge Rule, or the Mike Lupica Rule:

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LAYUP LINES: The most interesting NBA story before the postseason is … Kawhi Leonard?

Yes, really.

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Matisse Thybulle is ‘ineligible to play’ the 76ers’ next game in Toronto, raising questions about his playoff availability

Everything is not coming up Philly.

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Sixers swingman Matisse Thybulle ruled ineligible to play road game against the Toronto Raptors

TORONTO — Asked back on March 31 if all of his players were fully vaccinated, 76ers coach Doc Rivers said: “I think you will figure it out eventually.”

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Loss to Raptors locks Hawks into play-in game

A 118-108 loss in Toronto Tuesday means Atlanta is officially locked into a play-in tournament game.

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Joel Embiid’s 45 points, 13 rebounds lift Sixers over Pacers, 131-122

INDIANAPOLIS — Remember when consecutive losses to the Phoenix Suns, Milwaukee Bucks and Detroit Pistons had some worried about Joel Embiid’s candidacy for league MVP?

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Kevin Durant: Our season was derailed by my injury

Laura Albanese: "To be honest, I feel like our season was derailed by my injury," Durant said. "Not that we're a bad basketball team." Source: Twitter @Alex__Schiffer What's the buzz on Twitter? Kristian Winfield @ Krisplashed KD: "I feel like our ...

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NBA Power Rankings: Playoff Stakes for Every Contender

Where each team stands as we enter the final week of the regular season.

Sports Illustrated

MMQB: Who Knew About Bruce Arians’s Retirement and When

The Bucs kept the circle of trust tight—and it included Tom Brady. Plus, coaches’ takes on the new OT rules, Bobby Wagner, Xavien Howard and more.

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Shorthanded Heat celebrate Lowry’s night in Toronto, with Oladipo sparking 114-109 win

To a degree this was scripted, with Kyle Lowry given a heartfelt pregame tribute in his return to Scotiabank Arena, and with the Miami Heat playing it safe on the second night of their back-to-back by holding out Jimmy Butler, P.J. Tucker, Dewayne Dedmon and Gabe Vincent.

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Watch: Kyle Lowry Given Standing Ovation at First Game Back in Toronto

The Heat point guard was given a warm welcome by his former team’s fanbase.

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Kyle Lowry got an an amazing tribute video as Raptors, fans celebrated his return

Kyle Lowry got all the love in his return to Toronto.

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Adrian Griffin, Father of Duke’s AJ Griffin, Made Overnight Drive to See Son Face UNC

The Raptors assistant was determined to not miss the biggest game of his son’s life.

Orlando Sentinel

Franz Wagner leaves Magic’s loss to Raptors with ankle injury

ORLANDO Fla. — Heading into Friday, the Orlando Magic’s 102-89 home loss to the Toronto Raptors was expected to be a showcase of two Rookie of the Year candidates.

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Kyle Lowry on Toronto return: It’s going to be emotional

Ira Winderman: Kyle Lowry on Toronto return, "It's going to be emotional." Source: Twitter @IraHeatBeat What's the buzz on Twitter? Josh Lewenberg @ JLew1050 "He really showed up two hours late to the plane because he was mad at something the day ...

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Keith Pompey: Vax issues could hinder Sixers in a playoff series vs. Toronto

DETROIT — Could the 76ers have a vaccination problem that limits them in a potential playoff series with the Toronto Raptors?

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Are the Boston Celtics trying to dodge public knowledge of the vaccination status of their players?

Or could there be more at play here with some perhaps intentionally-vague comments by members of the organization when asked about this topic in recent days?

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Large lead slips away quickly for Timberwolves in loss at Toronto

TORONTO — The Timberwolves put tickets on sale Wednesday for a potential play-in game at Target Center following the end of the regular season.

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Hawks, Heat mentioned as suitors for Jaylen Brown?

Losing can spark wandering eyes. If Philadelphia had not been able to unload Ben Simmons, Brown would have been near the top of the Sixers' wish list. Atlanta and Miami were often mentioned by league figures as hopeful Brown suitors, too. Source: ...

Chicago Sun-Times

Bulls drop a heartbreaker in the ‘Big Apple’ as standings tighten up

The Bulls strutted into New York fresh off a huge win in Cleveland, only to see those good feelings squashed by former coach Tom Thibodeau. Now, they are back in a dogfight to stay out of the play-in game.

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Toronto snaps Celtics’ six-game win streak in OT with 115-112 victory

As Rob Williams contemplated his options for knee surgery, a stripped down lineup of his teammates flew into Toronto searching for a way to keep their precarious hold on first place in the Eastern Conference.

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NBA Power Rankings: Whose Stock Is Rising?

Potential playoff matchups are starting to take shape. Here is what to expect to see from every team throughout the league as the regular season comes to an end.

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