Pacers 74, Celtics 84
The Celtics had 5 players who scored more than 10 points. The Pacers only had 2 reach that mark. Kyrie Irving and Marcus Morris had 20 points a piece to lead the Celtics over the Pacers. This game was also the first playoff game Kyrie Irving played in, in a Celtic uniform.
Thunder 99, Trailblazers 104
The Trailblazers had lost 8 playoff games in a row before winning a tight game over OKC. Damian Lillard scored 30 points. Enes Kanter played very well while adding 20 points and 18 rebounds. Paul George struggled shooting the ball but before the series is over he will find his groove.
Pistons 86, Bucks 121
Without Blake Griffin the Pistons struggled. The Bucks led the whole game behind the efforts of Giannis Antetokounmpo who scored 24 points and grabbed 17 rebounds. At one point the Bucks were up by a disrespectful 43 points. Can the Pistons bounce back?
Jazz 90, Rockets 122
The Rockets played a very good first game against the Jazz. James Harden had 29 points, 8 rebounds, and 10 assists. Unlike most games the Rockets had many players that contributed to the win, including Eric Gordon and Clint Capela.
Hoops Card Collector Player of the Day – Giannis Antetokounmpo
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 24 points, 17 rebounds, and 4 assists in only 23 minutes.
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