Philadelphia Ties NBA Playoff Record

The Philadelphia 76ers tied an NBA playoff record by scoring 51 points in the third quarter of Monday night’s 145-123 win over the Brooklyn Nets. The mark was previously set by the Los Angeles Lakers against the Detroit Pistons on March 31st, 1962.

Williamson Leaving Duke For Draft

Zion Williamson made it official and announced that he’s leaving Duke after just one year to enter the NBA draft. Most everyone is predicting he’ll be the overall number-one selection on June 20.

Walton Named Head Coach Of Kings

Luke Walton wasn’t out of work long as he was officially named the new head coach of the Sacramento Kings Monday. Kings general manager Vlade Divac said he called Walton’s agent five minutes after hearing he’d been fired by the Lakers.

Monday, April 15 Scoreboard

Philadelphia 145, Brooklyn 123

East First Round -- Game 2

Los Angeles Clippers 135, Golden State 131

West First Round -- Game 2

Tuesday, April 16 Schedule (All Times Central)

Orlando at Toronto, 7 p.m.

East First Round -- Game 2

San Antonio at Denver, 8 p.m.

West First Round -- Game 2

Oklahoma City at Portland, 9:30 p.m.

West First Round -- Game 2