4/17 SI.com - NBA

SI.com - NBA         Ian Thomsen: April 17, 2011 at 1:49 AM   Whether it was his 28 points or his advice to Jason Kidd, Dirk Nowitzki had the touch in Game 1. The sharpshooter did it all in the Mavs' 89-81 win over the Blazers, says Ian Thomsen.         Veteran Mavs gunning for a championship April 17, 2011 at 1:11 AM   DALLAS (AP) Dirk Nowitzki knows how to take over a game when the Dallas Mavericks need him the most, and Jason Kidd can still make some big shots.         Veteran Mavs gunning for a championship April 16, 2011 at 11:28 PM   DALLAS (AP) Dirk Nowitzki scored 18 of his game-high 28 points in the fourth quarter and the Dallas Mavericks defeated Portland 89-81 Saturday night in Game 1 of their Western Conference quarterfinal series.         No Kidding April 16, 2011 at 11:28 PM   Dirk Nowitzki did the heavy lifting down the stretch, but the Mavs' offense got a surprising boost from an unlikely source. Jason Kidd helped Dallas rally to an 89-81 win over Portland.         Hawks handle Magic April 16, 2011 at 10:45 PM   ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) The Atlanta Hawks ' dominance over the Orlando Magic this year is not just a regular-season phenomenon.         Mark Ginocchio: Fast Breaks: Heat vs. Sixers, Game 1 April 16, 2011 at 10:43 PM   Saturday reminded us why LeBron James took his talents to South Beach. With a little help from their friends, the Big 3 held off the persistent Sixers in Game 1, writes Mark Ginocchio.         Mark Ginocchio: Fast Breaks: Heat vs. Sixers, Game 1 April 16, 2011 at 10:43 PM   This is why LeBron James took his talents to South Beach. With a little help from their friends, Mark Ginocchio writes the Big 3 were able to finish off the persistent Sixers in Game 1.         Howard scores 46, but Hawks roll April 16, 2011 at 9:23 PM   ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) Joe Johnson scored 25 points, Jamal Crawford finished with 23 and the Atlanta Hawks beat Orlando 103-93 in Game 1 of their playoff series on Saturday, overcoming a monster night by Magic star Dwight Howard.         Howard's 49-16 not enough as Hawks top Magic April 16, 2011 at 8:50 PM         Nowitzki, Mavs host upset-minded Blazers April 16, 2011 at 8:50 PM         Heat survive late scare, outlast 76ers April 16, 2011 at 7:23 PM   MIAMI (AP) Chris Bosh and LeBron James watched from afar when Dwyane Wade controlled the final portions of games during the Miami Heat 's championship run in 2006.         Mark Ginocchio: Fast Breaks: Heat vs. Sixers, Game 1 April 16, 2011 at 6:58 PM   This is why LeBron James took his talents to South Beach. With the Heat's main man locked down, Mark Ginocchio writes Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh fueled a 97-89 win over Philly.         One-Man Wonder April 16, 2011 at 6:55 PM   Derrick Rose wasn't going to let Chicago lose Game 1. Despite the Bulls struggling and Indy's best effort, Rose and Co. sweated out a thrilling 104-99 win Saturday, writes Rob Mahoney.         Howard, Magic host the Hawks in Game 1 April 16, 2011 at 6:18 PM         LIVE: Heat's Big Three make playoff debut vs. Sixers April 16, 2011 at 5:26 PM   The Sixers put the pressure on the Heat in their series opener, but Miami held its ground. LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh combined to score 62 points in a 97-89 victory.         Bulls slip by Pacers April 16, 2011 at 5:12 PM   CHICAGO (AP) Never mind what everyone else was thinking, Derrick Rose insisted he didn't expect the Chicago Bulls to roll over the Indiana Pacers .         LIVE: Heat's Big Three make playoff debut vs. Sixers April 16, 2011 at 5:12 PM   The Sixers put the pressure on the Heat in their series opener, but Miami held its ground. LeBron James, Dwyae Wade and Chris Bosh combined to score 62 points in a 97-89 victory.         One-Man Wonder April 16, 2011 at 4:54 PM   Derrick Rose wasn't going to let Chicago lose Game 1. Despite the Bulls struggling and Indy's best effort, Rose and Co. eeked out a thrilling 104-99 win Saturday, writes Rob Mahoney.         Deng is now Second City's second star April 16, 2011 at 4:07 PM   CHICAGO -- Luol Deng sauntered into the locker room before one of the Bulls' final regular-season matchups looking relaxed, donning a gray pullover, black compression shorts and long socks that sprouted from his flip-flops. He plopped in front of his locker for a moment, lacing up his sneakers while chatting with a reporter. His glowing white smile matched the freshly cleaned jersey behind him. He stood up and glanced at Carlos Boozer sprawled across the floor, completely absorbed in game tape, and casually strolled out the door. He was loose. He was ready to play.         Finishing Touch April 16, 2011 at 3:55 PM   Never mind that they trailed for 47 minutes, the Bulls led when it mattered most. Derrick Rose scored 39 points as top-seeded Chicago rallied to beat the Pacers 104-99 in Game 1.         Heat's Big Three in playoff debut vs. 76ers April 16, 2011 at 2:45 PM         LIVE: Rose, top-seeded Bulls open series with Pacers April 16, 2011 at 2:45 PM   Never mind that they trailed for 47 minutes, the Bulls led when it mattered most. Derrick Rose scored 39 points as top-seeded Chicago rallied to beat the Pacers 104-99 in Game 1.         LIVE: Heat's Big Three make playoff debut vs. Sixers April 16, 2011 at 2:35 PM   LeBron James and Chris Bosh joined Dwyane Wade in Miami to win titles. How will the Heat's Big Three fare as they make their playoff debut against the Sixers? Follow all of the action here.         Parker: Ginobili may play for Spurs vs. Grizzlies April 16, 2011 at 2:19 PM   SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Spurs guard Manu Ginobili may play in Game 1 against the Memphis Grizzlies after all.         LIVE: Rose, top-seeded Bulls open series with Pacers April 16, 2011 at 1:47 PM   Can the Bulls live up to the hype? After consecutive first-round playoff exits, Chicago carries the weight of being the East's top seed. Derrick Rose and Co. have their hands full vs. the Pacers.         Shaquille out for Celtics' opener with calf injury April 16, 2011 at 1:13 PM   WALTHAM, Mass. (AP) -- Shaquille O'Neal will miss the Boston Celtics' playoff opener against the New York Knicks with a right calf injury.         Sacramento's hopes lifted in Kings fight April 16, 2011 at 12:30 PM   The Kings' increasingly compelling relocation script started looking strangely familiar on Friday.         LIVE: Rose, top-seeded Bulls open series with Pacers April 16, 2011 at 12:09 PM   Can the Bulls live up to the hype? After consecutive first-round playoff exits, Derrick Rose and Co. carry the weight of being the East's No. 1 seed as they open with the Pacers. Follow along.         Magic's Redick will play against Hawks in opener April 16, 2011 at 11:57 AM   ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Magic coach Stan Van Gundy says guard J.J. Redick will play in Game 1 of Orlando's first-round playoff opener against Atlanta.         Will Nets overhaul roster? April 16, 2011 at 10:21 AM         Buss wants Phil to return? 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