The NBA Playoffs are right down to the ultimate 4 groups, and the Convention Finals are about to start.
Within the Western Convention, top-seeded Oklahoma Metropolis Thunder will tackle the Minnesota Timberwolves. Over within the East, the New York Knicks face the Indiana Pacers. Each matchups will probably be performed as a best-of-seven collection, that means the primary workforce to win 4 video games goes by way of to the NBA Finals.
Thunder vs Timberwolves (West)
Oklahoma Metropolis reached this stage after a tricky seven-game collection towards the Denver Nuggets. They could be feeling drained after such a detailed battle. In the meantime, the Timberwolves beat the Golden State Warriors in simply 5 video games. The Warriors had been with out their star participant, Stephen Curry, resulting from damage.
Knicks vs Pacers (East)
The Knicks knocked out final yr’s champions, the Boston Celtics, and the Pacers prompted an upset by beating the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers. This match-up is anticipated to be very shut.
A Uncommon Probability at Glory
These 4 groups usually are not common finalists. Solely the Knicks have ever gained an NBA title – and that was again in 1973. The Thunder, Timberwolves, and Pacers have by no means gained the championship.
Right here’s a have a look at their title historical past:
- New York Knicks – final gained in 1973
- Indiana Pacers – by no means gained
- Minnesota Timberwolves – by no means gained
- Oklahoma Metropolis Thunder – by no means gained.
