Cleveland 106, Detroit 101
The last time Kyrie Irving climbed onto a podium at Quicken Loans Arena, he needed help getting down because his crutches and bulky knee brace prevented an easy exit.
Miami 123, Charlotte 91
Luol Deng will have pleasant memories of his first playoff game with the Miami Heat.
San Antonio 106, Memphis 74
Defense carried San Antonio to the second-best record in the NBA this season but it's likely to be the Spurs' ability to get the most out of their offensive opportunities that will be the key for a push for a sixth championship since 1999.
L.A. Clippers 115, Portland 95
Chris Paul scored 28 points, dished out 11 assists and grabbed six rebounds, leading the Los Angeles Clippers to a 115-95 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 1 of a Western Conference quarterfinal playoff series Sunday night at Staples Center.
L.A. Clippers 115, Portland 95
Chris Paul scored 28 points, dished out 11 assists and grabbed six rebounds, leading the Los Angeles Clippers to a 115-95 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 1 of a Western Conference quarterfinal playoff series Sunday night at Staples Center.