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Mikal Bridges is Knicks' X-factor in Eastern Conference Finals matchup with Cavaliers

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The Cleveland Cavaliers stand between the Knicks and an NBA Finals appearance. Mikal Bridges will be an X-Factor for the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals.

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MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reveals Thunder’s fate alongside Bulls, Warriors: ‘What we’re after’

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The Thunder appear to be on their way to becoming the NBA’s next dynasty. Even though they’ve only won one championship, they’re already being talked about in the same breath...

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