NBA Predictions: Champs
Kobe and the Lakers are ready to defend their title. Who will stand in their way? We've got predictions.
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NBA Playoffs on ESPN
Saturday, May 25
Grizzlies-Spurs, 9 ET
Phil Jackson, NBA
On the NBA playoffs: 5/22
Tim Legler, NBA
Play Podcast 13-time NBA champion Phil Jackson comments on whether he could return to coaching, the Lakers' future, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Derrick Rose and more.
Play Podcast Mike Greenberg and Mike Golic share their thoughts on the Spurs' victory against the Grizzlies, the Cavaliers winning the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft lottery and more.
Play Podcast ESPN NBA analyst Tim Legler talks about the Spurs' win over the Grizzlies, his expectations for Pacers-Heat, Dwyane Wade's health and more.
NBA Lockdown
NBA Lockdown
NBA Lockdown
Play Podcast Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez discuss San Antonio's Game 2 win, the NBA Draft lottery and who should coach the Clippers. Plus, they preview the Eastern Conference Finals.
Play Podcast Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez discuss how Tony Parker and the Spurs were able to beat the Grizzlies and whether the Heat and Pacers have actual bulletin board material.
Play Podcast Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez discuss what we learned from the Bulls and Thunder this season and preview Thursday night's action.
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