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The Miami Heat won Game 5 of the best-of-7 round of 16 series away in Milwaukee 128-126 in overtime to eliminate the Eastern Conference qualifiers 4-1.
Three quarters of the way into regular time, the Bucks look poised for a win, with the home side seemingly leading 102-86 comfortably. In the last lap, however, the lead continuously melted away and Miami punctually equalized with the final siren.
In extra time, the guests take the lead and don’t let it be taken away. In the end, the Heat prevail 128:126 and advance to the second round. Jimmy Butler was again the standout in Miami with 42 points and 8 rebounds. Superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo shone alongside Milwaukee. But even the Greek could not prevent the premature elimination of his team with his 38 points and 20 rebounds.
For example, the top favorite for the title has to give up in the eighth finals, while Miami managed to improve a series. In the play-in, the Heat first failed against Clint Capela and the Atlanta Hawks before triumphing against the Chicago Bulls and still qualifying for the playoffs.
Knicks qualified, Warriors and Lakers with good chances
The New York Knicks also qualified for the quarterfinals. They beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 106-95 to win the series 4-1. In the next round, the Miami Heat are waiting for the team from the Big Apple.
The Golden State Warriors have good cards for the quarterfinal qualification. Last year’s NBA champion defeated the Sacramento Kings 123:116, leads the series 3:2 and can make everything clear to the home crowd on Saturday night. The team around Steph Curry reverses the series that started with two losses.
The Los Angeles Lakers awarded the first match point. Superstar LeBron James’ team is subject to the Memphis Grizzlies 99:116, but leads the series with 3:2 wins. (SDA/bjl)
Source : Blick
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