NBA Conference Semifinals: AD, LeBron lead Lakers to Game 1 win over Warriors
Anthony Davis and LeBron James put on a show for the Los Angeles Lakers as they defeated the Golden State Warriors 117-112 in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinal at the Chase Center. The Lakers take the opening game on the road to lead 1-0 in what promises to be an interesting series. Anthony Davis recorded 30 points and 23 rebounds for the Lakers, and LeBron James finished with 22 points and 11 rebounds in the game. Steph Curry scored 27 points for the Warriors, and Klay Thompson finished with 25 points.
New York Knicks defeated the Miami Heat 111-105 to take Game 2 and level the Eastern Conference semifinal series at 1-1. Jalen Brunson led the scoring for his side with 30 points and Julius Randle contributed 25 points and 12 rebounds. Caleb Martin scored 22 points for the Heat, who were missing the injured Jimmy Butler. Gabe Vincent also contributed 21 points to the Miami Heat as they fell narrowly.