- Associated Press
Pacers, Nuggets looking to even conference semifinals following key Game 3 victories
The Indiana Pacers and Denver Nuggets accomplished one goal Friday night. “We understood our backs were against the wall, we're here at home,” All-Star guard Tyrese Haliburton said after scoring a playoff career high 35 points in Friday's 111-106 victory that got Indiana within 2-1 in the best-of-seven series. Denver, the defending champs, followed a similar mantra — and a changed game plan.
- ESPN.com
'Fueled' by boos, Murray sparks Nuggets in rout
Prior to that, he covered the Nets, Knicks and the NBA for nearly a decade. MINNEAPOLIS -- Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone challenged his team to act and play like the defending champions. The Nuggets trail the Timberwolves 2-1 in their best-of-seven series.
- Star Tribune (Minneapolis)
Souhan: Wolves fall from pedestal, now face a fight
The Timberwolves didn't seem to be bothered by the altitude in Denver, but on Friday, they played like they were afraid of heights. After a week of award celebrations and raised championship expectations, the Wolves slipped off their ski lift. With less defensive effort and offensive efficiency, they were brought back to earth by the defending champion Nuggets in a 117-90 loss at Target Center ...
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