Mike Passador
Mike graduated from Boston University's Dual Degree Program with a BA in Economics and a BS in Business with Concentrations in Marketing and Operations Management. He is a faithful supporter of Toronto sports and the Detroit Lions and is always ready to be let down. Tweet to him @Mike_Pandador, but if you badmouth Jose Calderon you might get blocked.
Jusuf Nurkic neutralized in Game 2 rout
Jusuf Nurkic was locked up in Thursday's loss to the Lakers, scoring nine points to go with eight rebounds, two assists, a steal and a 3-pointer in 29 minutes of work.
Read MoreShams: Optimism that Damian Lillard (dislocated finger) can play in Game 3
Shams Charania is reporting that initial signs are optimistic for Damian Lillard (dislocated left index finger) to play in Game 3 on Saturday.
Read MoreKentavious Caldwell-Pope knocks down four 3-pointers in Game 2 victory
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope was one of the few Lakers' supporting cast members to show up on Thursday, scoring 16 points with four 3-pointers in just 22 minutes.
Read MoreLeBron James quiet with 10-6-7 in Game 2 win
LeBron James had a surprisingly quiet night on Thursday, finishing an easy Game 2 win with 10 points (4-of-11 shooting), six rebounds, seven assists, two steals and six turnovers in 27 minutes.
Read MoreAnthony Davis drops 31 & 11 in easy Game 2 win
Anthony Davis rolled right over the Blazers in a Game 2 blowout on Thursday, going 13-of-21 from the field en route to 31 points, 11 rebounds, three assists, one steal, two blocks and three 3-pointers.
Read MoreErsan Ilyasova (right elbow sprain) cleared for Game 2
Ersan Ilyasova (right elbow sprain) is not on the injury report for Thursday's Game 2.
Read MoreReggie Jackson quiet in start on Wednesday vs. Mavs
Reggie Jackson started for Patrick Beverley (left calf) on Wednesday and had a quiet 11 points (4-of-9 FG, 3-of-5 3PT) to go with four rebounds and one assist.
Read MorePatrick Beverley (left calf) ruled out for Game 2 vs. Mavs
Patrick Beverley (left calf) will miss Wednesday's Game 2 against the Mavs.
Read MoreGoran Dragic in the starting lineup for Game 1 vs. Pacers
The Heat will start Goran Dragic over Kendrick Nunn in Tuesday's Game 1 against the Pacers.
Read MoreVictor Oladipo no longer on a minutes restriction
Nate McMillan announced that Victor Oladipo is no longer on a minutes restriction.
Read MoreNassir Little (syncopal episode) will miss next two weeks
Nassir Little (syncopal episode) will undergo precautionary health monitoring for the next two weeks.
Read MoreDerrick Jones Jr. (neck) expected to be available for Game 1
Derrick Jones Jr. (neck strain) is expected to be available for Tuesday's playoff opener against the Pacers.
Read MoreTJ Warren (plantar fasciitis) good to go for Tuesday's Game 1 vs. Heat
Nate McMillan declared everyone healthy ahead of Tuesday's Game 1 with the Heat, meaning TJ Warren (plantar fasciitis) will be available.
Read MoreRajon Rondo (thumb fracture) will not play on Tuesday
Rajon Rondo (right thumb fracture) will not be on the active roster for Tuesday's Game 1 against the Blazers.
Read MoreOshae Brissett leaves bubble for knee procedure
Oshae Brissett has left the bubble to undergo a procedure that will remove loose bodies from his right knee.
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