Lakers' Playoff Journey Ends in First Round Defeat by Reigning Champions Nuggets

The Los Angeles Lakers' ride comes to an end as they exit in the first playoff round against the reigning champions, the Denver Nuggets (108-106). The series ends 4-1 in favor of the franchise led by Nikola Jokic. LeBron James must say goodbye to the race for his fifth career ring, and at the end, he leaves many question marks about his future. At the end of the series, journalists asked King James about his future, but 'The Chosen One' remained vague: "My last game with the Lakers? I won't answer that question." With a half-smile, LeBron left many doubts, postponing his decision to the summer. The Akron native tried in every way to change the fate of the series, coming one rebound away from a triple-double (30 points, 11 assists, 9 rebounds), staying on the court for 44 minutes, in his 21st season in the League. "Now the focus is on the family. I have a couple of months before the training camp in Las Vegas, I need to rest before the Olympics," concluded the number 6 in yellow and purple. The first round of playoffs also concluded for the New Orleans Pelicans who lost the series 4-0 against Oklahoma City Thunder. Absolute dominance for OKC, which moves on to the second playoff round along with the Nuggets. The Celtics, on the other hand, directed the series against Miami Heat, winning game 4 and moving to 3-1. Minnesota closed the series decisively, overwhelming the Phoenix Suns of Durant and Booker 4-0. Indiana Pacers lead 3-1 over Giannis' Bucks and will try to close the series tonight in game 5. Everything is open between the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers (2-2 so far). Doncic and Irving against Harden and Paul George, with Leonard as a variable that could shift the balance in game 5. The New York Knicks have also directed the series against Philadelphia, moving to 3-1. The match between Cleveland Cavaliers and Orlando Magic remains without a clear leader, both standing at 2-2 waiting for game 5.