🏀 Buzzer-Beaters, Blowouts & Breakthroughs: Today’s Basketball Headlines
From playoff thrillers in the NBA to international dominance in the EuroLeague and rising stars in the WNBA, the basketball world is heating up. Here’s everything you need to know right now—and don’t forget to visit 9jaZic.com.ng for full match breakdowns, player stats, and exclusive insights.
🔥 NBA Playoffs: Pacers Advance, Cavs on Fire
Indiana Pacers edged out the Milwaukee Bucks 119–118 in overtime, clinching their spot in the Eastern Conference Semis. Up next: a red-hot Cleveland Cavaliers team that just swept the Miami Heat in style.
- Haliburton Magic: Tyrese Haliburton poured in 26 points and 10 assists, backed by solid outings from Siakam and Turner.
- Cavs’ Dominance: Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley led the Cavs to a flawless series victory, showing real title-contending form.
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🌟 Rookie Spotlight: Stephon Castle Wins ROY
San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle has officially been named 2024–25 NBA Rookie of the Year, marking back-to-back Spurs winners after Victor Wembanyama.
- By the Numbers: 14.7 PPG, 4.1 APG, and 3.7 RPG across 81 games.
- Rookie Legacy: The Spurs become the first team since Minnesota to produce back-to-back Rookie of the Year winners.
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🏆 EuroLeague Surge: Fenerbahçe Heads to Final Four
Fenerbahçe Beko Istanbul swept Paris Basketball 3–0 to punch their ticket to the 2025 EuroLeague Final Four in Abu Dhabi.
- Game 3 Drama: A 98–88 overtime win sealed the sweep thanks to clutch plays from Vesely and Brown.
- Consistent Dominance: Fenerbahçe makes its sixth Final Four appearance under coach Jasikevičius.
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💥 Thunder’s Historic 51-Point Postseason Blowout
The Oklahoma City Thunder made NBA history by crushing the Memphis Grizzlies 131–80, the fifth-largest playoff margin ever.
- Wiggins Leads the Way: With 21 points, Aaron Wiggins helped the Thunder dominate from start to finish.
- Record Books Updated: Only four games in NBA playoff history have had a wider winning margin.
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👟 WNBA Preseason Tips Off with National Spotlight
The WNBA is making preseason history with a 15-game schedule, including multiple national TV broadcasts—a first for the league.
- Marine Johannès Returns: The French guard rejoins the Liberty fresh off a silver medal at the Olympics.
- Rookies to Watch: All eyes on Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings this year.
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