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Golden State Warriors' Kevin Durant (35) high-fives Stephen Curry (30) after Curry made a 3-point shot against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half of an NBA basketball game Friday, April 5, 2019, in Oakland, Calif. The Warriors won 120-114. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar) **FILE**

Playoff time: 10 things to know for the NBA postseason

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 16, 2019, file photo, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver speaks during the NBA All-Star festivities in Charlotte, N.C. Silver spoke to the media on Friday, April 12, 2019, in New York after a meeting of the NBA's Board of Governors. He mentioned shorter games or a shorter season as ways the NBA could make its future product better for players and fans. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome, File)

Shorter season? Shorter games? Silver ponders NBA format

By BRIAN MAHONEY - Associated Press

NBA first-round playoff series capsules

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra, left, and guard Dwyane Wade, right, smile during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Brooklyn Nets, Wednesday, April 10, 2019, in New York. It was the final NBA game of Wade's career. Assistant coach Juwan Howard is at rear. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

And now, the Heat prepare for life after Dwyane Wade

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

Charlotte Hornets' Kemba Walker listens to a question during end of season interviews for the NBA basketball team in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, April 11, 2019. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

All-Star Kemba Walker uncertain about his Hornets future

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Minnesota Timberwolves coach Ryan Saunders calls out to his team during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors, Friday, March 29, 2019, in Minneapolis. Minnesota won 131-130 in overtime. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)

Wolves seek establishment of stability, return to playoffs

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) drives between Memphis Grizzlies guard Jevon Carter (3) and forward Justin Holiday (7) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, April 10, 2019, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

The field is set: NBA matchups for 2019 playoffs finalized

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 4, 2019, file photo, Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) dribbles the ball against Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) during the second half of an NBA basketball game, in Washington. A 29-win season may not look like much on paper, but first-year coach Lloyd Pierce says huge goals of establishing an identity and culture were &quot;home runs&quot; for the team. At the core of the growth was rookie point guard Trae Young. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File+)

Hawks set to draft more youth to group led by Young, Collins

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

An injured Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker pauses on the floor after turning his ankle during the first half of the team's NBA basketball against the Utah Jazz Wednesday, April 3, 2019, in Phoenix. Booker left the game. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Decisions looming for Suns after difficult season

By JOSE M. ROMERO - Associated Press

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade, left, chats with LeBron James before the Heat's NBA basketball game against the Brooklyn Nets, Wednesday, April 10, 2019, in New York. Wade retired after the game. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

Dwyane Wade has triple-double in finale; Nets beat Heat for 6th

By Brian Mahoney - Associated Press

Magic Johnson walks toward members of the Los Angeles Lakers' band as he leaves the building prior to an NBA basketball game between the Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, in Los Angeles. Johnson abruptly quit as the Lakers' president of basketball operations Tuesday night, citing his desire to return to the simpler life he enjoyed as a wealthy businessman and beloved former player before taking charge of the franchise just over two years ago. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Analysis: Lakers have opportunity to open new chapter

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Dallas Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki (41) drives against San Antonio Spurs' Rudy Gay, center, and Marco Belinelli during the second half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, April 10, 2019, in San Antonio. San Antonio won 105-94. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)

Spurs beat Mavs 105-94 in Nowitzki’s final game

By RAUL DOMINGUEZ - Associated Press

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) runs up the court to celebrate the win against the Dallas Mavericks at an NBA basketball game, Thursday, March 28, 2019, in Miami. The Heat beat the Mavericks 105-99. (AP Photo/Joel Auerbach)

‘Still amazing’: Dwyane Wade plays his last game in Miami

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

Correction: Cavaliers-Renamed Arena story

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki gets emotional after a video played during a break in the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Phoenix Suns in Dallas on Tuesday, April 9, 2019. (Vernon Bryant/The Dallas Morning News via AP)

Nowitzki announces retirement after final home game for Mavs

By SCHUYLER DIXON - Associated Press

Michigan guard Jordan Poole, right, looks to pass the ball as Texas Tech forward Tariq Owens defends during the first half an NCAA men's college basketball tournament West Region semifinal Thursday, March 28, 2019, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Michigan trio declaring for NBA draft, but can still return

Associated Press

New York Knicks guard Dennis Smith Jr. (5) drives to the basket against Chicago Bulls guard Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, April 9, 2019, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)

Knicks top Bulls 96-86, avoid new franchise low for wins

By PATRICK ROSE - Associated Press

Virginia players celebrate with the championship trophy after defeating Texas Tech 85-77 in the overtime in the championship of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 8, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Federal probe, Virginia’s reign top 2019-20 storylines

By AARON BEARD - Associated Press

Magic Johnson wipes his eyes as he speaks to reporters prior to an NBA basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, in Los Angeles. Johnson abruptly quit as the Lakers' president of basketball operations Tuesday night, citing his desire to return to the simpler life he enjoyed as a wealthy businessman and beloved former player before taking charge of the franchise just over two years ago. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) **FILE**

Magic Johnson abruptly resigns as Lakers’ president

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Washington Wizards guard John Wall greets fans after the team's NBA basketball game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Friday, Feb. 8, 2019, in Washington. The Wizards won 119-106. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) **FILE**

John Wall ‘fine’ if Wizards draft point guard: ‘He can be a great backup’

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times