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German NBA star is approaching playoffs
The New York Knicks claim fourth place ahead of the Orlando Magic with a win over Philadelphia. The Wagner brothers’ club retains its successful coach.
The New York Knicks around German center Isaiah Hartenstein have consolidated their playoff position in the NBA professional basketball league. The team from the Big Apple celebrated a 106:79 (59:41) victory against the Philadelphia 76ers at Madison Square Garden.
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Josh Hart shone with a triple-double of 20 points, 19 rebounds and ten assists, Hartenstein contributed six points and five rebounds.
With the win, the Knicks maintain fourth place in the Eastern Conference ahead of the Orlando Magic. The team of world champion brothers Franz and Moritz Wagner is one game behind and as things stand, there would be a direct duel in the playoffs.
Due to the success, Orlando extended the contract with coach Jamahl Mosley by four years until 2028.
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Theis loses without a superstar
In the West, the Los Angeles Clippers had to admit defeat to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the top game. The franchise of world champion Daniel Theis lost 100:118 (63:55) in their own hall despite leading at halftime.
The Clippers had to cope with the loss of star player Kawhi Leonard. The two-time Finals MVP was sidelined after the first quarter with back cramps.
Theis showed a good performance in 15 minutes. In addition to ten points, the center scored four rebounds and two blocks. The Clippers are still firmly in the playoff race in fourth place.
2024-03-13 09:18:25
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