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Bronny James, Zach Edey among 195 early NBA draft entrees

Tue Apr 30 11:54am ET
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With multiple weeks to decide whether to stay in the draft or withdraw, a whopping 195 players filed as early entry candidates for the 2024 NBA Draft.

There are 60 total picks in the NBA draft and second-round selections sign non-guaranteed contracts.

The league announced a full list of players who have applied for early entry but maintain the right to withdraw from consideration no later than 5 p.m. ET on Sunday, June 16. Under NCAA rules, in order to retain college basketball eligibility, college players who have entered the draft face an earlier deadline of Wednesday, May 29.

Seniors are listed with "early entry" prospects because of the existing COVID-era eligibility rule granting players an additional season if they were enrolled during the pandemic.


It's not uncommon for large numbers of players to "test" the draft process with plans to return.

College basketball All-Americans in 2023-24 -- Zach Edey (Purdue), Terrence Shannon Jr. (Illinois), Kyle Filipowski (Duke) and Jamal Shead (Houston) -- were in the 2023 NBA Draft class one year ago, but all opted to return to school before the May deadline and helped their teams to the Sweet 16 in the 2024 NCAA Tournament.

Shannon used his COVID year of eligibility last season and is not among the early entry prospects.

The first round of the draft is scheduled for Wednesday, June 26 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y.

The league created a two-day event for the first time this year and will hold the second round on June 27 at ESPN's Seaport District Studios in New York.

A complete list of early entry and international prospects was sent to NBA teams this week and can be found below.

Player, Team, Height, Eligibility Status

Achor Achor, Samford, 6-9, Senior

Chibuzo Agbo, Boise State, 6-7, Senior

Abdullah Ahmed, Westchester Knicks (G League), 6-10, 2003 DOB

Jonas Aidoo, Tennessee, 6-11, Junior

Michael Ajayi, Pepperdine, 6-7, Junior

Posh Alexander, Butler, 6-0, Senior

Trey Alexander, Creighton, 6-4, Junior

Izan Almansa, G League Ignite, 6-10, 2005 DOB

Mark Armstrong, Villanova, 6-2, Sophomore

Adama Bal, Santa Clara, 6-6, Junior

Joe Bamisile, VCU, 6-4, Senior

Aziz Bandaogo, Cincinnati, 7-0, Senior

Brooks Barnhizer, Northwestern, 6-6, Junior

Reece Beekman, Virginia, 6-3, Senior

Jesse Bingham II, Indianapolis, 6-6, Senior

Jalen Blackmon, Stetson, 6-3, Junior

Adem Bona, UCLA, 6-10, Sophomore

Malik Bowman, Overtime Elite/Lusitania (Portugal) 6-8, 2004 DOB

Jaden Bradley, Arizona, 6-3, Sophomore

Trevon Brazile, Arkansas, 6-10, Sophomore

Koby Brea, Dayton, 6-6, Senior

Jack Brestel, Roanoke College, 6-5, Senior

Jalen Bridges, Baylor, 6-9, Senior

Dion Brown, UMBC, 6-3, Sophomore

Nimari Burnett, Michigan, 6-4, Junior

Markus Burton, Notre Dame, 5-11, Freshman

Lamont Butler Jr., San Diego State, 6-2, Senior

Matas Buzelis, G League Ignite, 6-10, 2004 DOB

Wesley Cardet Jr., Chicago State, 6-6, Junior

Andrew Carr, Wake Forest, 6-11, Senior

Carlton Carrington, Pittsburgh, 6-4, Freshman

Devin Carter, Providence, 6-3, Junior

Stephon Castle, Connecticut, 6-6, Freshman

Cam Christie, Minnesota, 6-6, Freshman

Nique Clifford, Colorado State, 6-6, Senior

Donovan Clingan, Connecticut, 7-2, Sophomore

Isaiah Collier, USC, 6-5, Freshman

Jalen Cook, LSU, 6-0, Senior

Cedric Coward, Eastern Washington, 6-6, Junior

Isaiah Crawford, Louisiana Tech, 6-6, Senior

Somto Cyril, Overtime Elite, 6-10, 2005 DOB

Thierry Darlan, G League Ignite, 6-8, 2004 DOB

Tristan Da Silva, Colorado, 6-9, Senior

DJ Davis, Butler, 6-1, Senior

Johnell Davis, Florida Atlantic, 6-4, Senior

Anthony Dell'Orso, Campbell, 6-6, Sophomore

Mohamed Diarra, NC State, 6-10, Junior

Rob Dillingham, Kentucky, 6-2, Freshman

Eric Dixon, Villanova, 6-8, Senior

Reynan Dos Santos, Overtime Elite, 6-5, 2004 DOB

Garwey Dual, Providence, 6-5, Freshman

Ryan Dunn, Virginia, 6-8, Sophomore

Xavier DuSell, Fresno State, 6-4, Senior

Zach Edey, Purdue, 7-4, Senior

Justin Edwards, Kentucky, 6-8, Freshman

Noah Farrakhan, West Virginia, 6-2, Senior

RJ Felton, East Carolina, 6-3, Junior

Frankie Fidler, Omaha, 6-7, Junior

Kyle Filipowski, Duke, 7-0, Sophomore

Rasheer Fleming, St. Joseph's, 6-9, Sophomore

Trentyn Flowers, Adelaide (Australia), 6-8, 2005 DOB

Johnny Furphy, Kansas, 6-9, Freshman

Eric Gaines, UAB, 6-2, Senior

Kyshawn George, Miami, 6-8, Freshman

Tyon Grant-Foster, Grand Canyon, 6-7, Senior

Keyshawn Hall, George Mason, 6-7, Sophomore

PJ Hall, Clemson, 6-10, Senior

Tyler Harris, Portland, 6-8, Freshman

Coleman Hawkins, Illinois, 6-10, Senior

A.J. Hoggard, Michigan State, 6-3, Senior

Ron Holland II, G League Ignite, 6-8, 2005 DOB

DaRon Holmes II, Dayton, 6-10, Junior

Ben Humrichous, Evansville, 6-9, Senior

Chase Hunter, Clemson, 6-4, Senior

CJ Huntley, Appalachian State, 6-10, Senior

Oso Ighodaro, Marquette, 6-9, Senior

Harrison Ingram, North Carolina, 6-8, Junior

Jahzare Jackson, Overtime Elite, 7-0, 2004 DOB

Andrej Jakimovski, Washington State, 6-8, Senior

Bronny James, USC, 6-4, Freshman

Sion James, Tulane, 6-5, Senior

AJ Johnson, Illawarra (Australia), 6-6, 2004 DOB

Meechie Johnson, South Carolina, 6-3, Senior

David Jones, Memphis, 6-6, Senior

Dillon Jones, Weber State, 6-6, Senior

Dordije Jovanovic, Ontario Clippers (G League) 6-7, 2003 DOB

Ryan Kalkbrenner, Creighton, 7-0, Senior

Arthur Kaluma, Kansas State, 6-7, Junior

Alex Karaban, Connecticut, 6-8, Sophomore

Miles Kelly, Georgia Tech, 6-4, Junior

Bobi Klintman, Cairns (Australia), 6-10, 2003 DOB

Tyler Kolek, Marquette, 6-3, Senior

Chaz Lanier, North Florida, 6-4, Senior

Pelle Larrson, Arizona, 6-5, Senior

Toibu Lawal, VCU, 6-8, Sophomore

Xaivian Lee, Princeton, 6-3, Sophomore

Jalen Lewis, Overtime Elite, 6-10, 2005 DOB

KJ Lewis, Arizona, 6-4, Freshman

Malique Lewis, Mexico City Capitanes (G League) 6-8, 2004 DOB

Kino Lilly Jr., Brown, 6-0, Junior

Jared McCain, Duke, 6-3, Freshman

Javian McCollum, Oklahoma, 6-2, Junior

Robert McCray V, Jacksonville, 6-4, Sophomore

Scotty Middleton, Ohio State, 6-6, Freshman

Igor Milicic Jr., Charlotte, 6-10, Junior

Baba Miller, Florida State, 6-11, Sophomore

Judah Mintz, Syracuse, 6-3, Sophomore

Yves Missi, Baylor, 7-0, Freshman

Ajay Mitchell, Santa Barbara, 6-4, Junior

Jonathan Mogbo, San Francisco, 6-8, Senior

Jalon Moore, Oklahoma, 6-6, Junior

Shahid Muhammad, Southern Idaho, 6-10, Sophomore

Matthew Murrell, Mississippi, 6-4, Senior

Baye Ndongo, Georgia Tech, 6-9, Freshman

Carlos Nichols, Southern Crescent Tech (GA) 6-5, Freshman

Zarique Nutter, Northern Illinois, 6-7, Senior

Toby Okani, UIC, 6-7, Senior

Norchad Omier, Miami, 6-7, Senior

Great Osobor, Utah State, 6-8, Junior

Wooga Poplar, Miami, 6-5, Junior

Kasean Pryor, South Florida, 6-9, Senior

Will Richard, Florida, 6-4, Junior

Jordan Riley, Temple, 6-4, Junior

Jeremy Roach, Duke, 6-2, Senior

Jaxson Robinson, BYU, 6-7, Senior

Payton Sandfort, Iowa, 6-7, Junior

Babacar Sane, G League Ignite, 6-8, 2003 DOB

Mark Sears, Alabama, 6-1, Senior

Jamal Shead, Houston, 6-1, Senior

Reed Sheppard, Kentucky, 6-3, Freshman

Max Shulga, VCU, 6-5, Senior

KJ Simpson, Colorado, 6-2, Junior

Tyler Smith, G League Ignite, 6-9, 2004 DOB

Jason Spurgin, Bowling Green, 6-11, Senior

A.J. Staton-McCray, Samford, 6-5, Junior

Jarin Stevenson, Alabama, 6-11, Freshman

AJ Storr, Wisconsin, 6-7, Sophomore

Jahmyl Telfort, Butler, 6-7, Senior

Saint Thomas, Northern Colorado, 6-7, Junior

JT Toppin, New Mexico, 6-9, Freshman

Yacine Toumi, Evansville, 6-9, Senior

Trey Townsend, Oakland, 6-6, Senior

Jaylon Tyson, California, 6-7, Junior

Milos Uzan, Oklahoma, 6-4, Sophomore

Ja'Kobe Walter, Baylor, , 6-5, Freshman

Jaykwon Walton, Memphis, 6-7, Senior

Kel'el Ware, Indiana, , 7-0, Sophomore

Bryson Warren, Sioux Falls Skyforce (G League) 6-2, 2004 DOB

Marques Warrick, Northern Kentucky, 6-2, Senior

Deshawndre Washington New Mexico State, 6-7, Junior

Jamir Watkins, Florida State, 6-7, Junior

Jaylen Wells, Washington State, 6-8, Junior

Amari Williams, Drexel, , 6-10, Senior

Cody Williams, Colorado, 6-8, Freshman

Terrance Williams II, Michigan, 6-7, Senior

Joseph Zaher, Bowling Green, 6-0, Sophomore

Below is the list of international players who have applied for early entry into NBA Draft 2024.

Player, Team/Country of Team, Height, Eligibility Status

Melvin Ajinca, Saint Quentin (France) 6-8, 2004 DOB

Miguel Allen, Joventut (Spain), 6-8, 2003 DOB

Roberts Blums, VEF Riga (Latvia), 6-4, 2005 DOB

Luka Bogavac, Derby Podgorica (Montenegro), 6-5, 2003 DOB

Gael Bonilla, Caceres (Spain), 6-9, 2003 DOB

Michael Caicedo, Girona (Spain), 6-6, 2003 DOB

Milhan Charles, BAL Weert (Holland), 6-7, 2004 DOB

Ulrich Chomche, NBA Academy (Africa) 6-11, 2005 DOB

Yongxi Cui, Guangzhou (China), 6-6, 2003 DOB

Pacome Dadiet, Ulm (Germany), 6-8, 2005 DOB

Thijs De Ridder, Bilbao (Spain), 6-8, 2003 DOB

Brice Dessert, Blois (France), 6-11, 2003 DOB

Mohamed Diawara, Poitiers (France), 6-8, 2005 DOB

Nikola Djurisic, Mega (Serbia), 6-8, 2004 DOB

Ruben Dominguez, Castello (Spain), 6-5, 2003 DOB

Ugo Doumbia, Chalons-Reims (France) 6-4, 2003 DOB

Lucas Dufeal, Vichy Clermont (France) 6-9, 2003 DOB

Quinn Ellis, Trento (Italy), 6-4, 2003 DOB

Mouhamed Faye, Reggio Emilia (Italy), 6-10, 2005 DOB

Andrija Jelavic, Mega (Serbia), 6-10, 2004 DOB

Ilias Kamardine, Vichy Clermont (France) 6-4, 2003 DOB

Gustav Knudsen, Bakken (Denmark), 6-8, 2003 DOB

Konstantin Kostadinov Alicante (Spain), 6-8, 2003 DOB

Liutauras Lelevicius, Lietkabelis (Lithuania) 6-7, 2003 DOB

Timotej Malovec, Mega (Serbia), 6-7, 2004 DOB

Bogoljub Markovic, Beograd (Serbia), 6-9, 2005 DOB

Eli John Ndiaye, Real Madrid (Spain), 6-8, 2004 DOB

Ousmane Ndiaye, Palencia (Spain), 6-11, 2004 DOB

Juan Nunez, Ulm (Germany), 6-4, 2004 DOB

Noah Penda, Vichy Clermont (France) 6-8, 2005 DOB

Zacharie Perrin, Antibes (France), 6-9, 2004 DOB

Zaccharie Risacher, Bourg (France), 6-9, 2005 DOB

Musa Sagnia, Manresa (Spain), 6-8, 2003 DOB

Tidjane Salaun, Cholet (France), 6-9, 2005 DOB

Alexandre Sarr, Perth (Australia), 7-0, 2005 DOB

Nikola Topic, Crvena Zvezda (Serbia) 6-6, 2005 DOB

Armel Traore, Blois (France), 6-9, 2003 DOB

Cezar Unitu, Constanta (Romania), 6-2, 2005 DOB

Fedor Zugic, Goettingen (Germany), 6-5, 2003 DOB

Player Notes
Josh Hart Sat May 18 5:50pm

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, New York Knicks forward Josh Hart "will attempt to play through" the abdominal strain he suffered during Friday's loss to Indiana. The 29-year-old has played a pivotal role in the Eastern Conference semifinals, averaging 13.0 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 1.2 steals. Unfortunately, he was injured in Game 6 and didn't return, resulting in a questionable designation for Game 7 on Sunday. However, even if Hart is officially cleared to suit up, he won't be fully healthy, so his DFS potential is limited.

Luka Doncic Sat May 18 5:40pm

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (ankle, knee) is good to go for Saturday's matchup against the Mavericks. He's been battling knee and ankle soreness throughout the series. However, Doncic was listed on the injury report as probable, so most had assumed he'd be available. While the multi-time All-Star has struggled in the five meetings with OKC, he might turn it around, with the Mavs looking to advance to the Western Conference Finals with a win on Saturday night.

Jamal Murray Sat May 18 5:30pm

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (calf) is questionable for Sunday's Conference semifinal finale versus Minnesota. This isn't Murray's first appearance on the injury report because of a nagging calf strain. But assuming he didn't suffer a setback since Thursday's loss, he'll be available. At any rate, the 27-year-old has struggled during this series, averaging 15.7 points per contest, meaning he's a risky DFS option for Game 7.

Josh Hart Sat May 18 5:20pm

New York Knicks forward Josh Hart (abdomen) is questionable for Sunday's Conference semifinal finale against Indiana. Hart has been an Iron Man throughout the series. But he strained an abdominal muscle during Friday's loss and eventually left the contest. With that said, the Knicks need anyone available to get by Indiana, so Hart will do all he can to get on the floor. If he's unavailable, it could mean even more minutes for Isaiah Hartenstein due to his offensive rebounding prowess. However, Jalen Brunson, Donte DiVincenzo, and Miles McBride should lead the way offensively, assuming OG Anunoby (hamstring) doesn't return for a pivotal Game 7.

OG Anunoby Sat May 18 5:20pm

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's contest against Indiana. Stefan Bondy of the New York Post reported Saturday morning that the former Raptor won't play. However, the last edition of the injury report seems to indicate he has a shot to be in the lineup after sitting out since Game 2 because of a hamstring strain. With Josh Hart (abdomen) questionable, the Knicks need Anunoby back in the lineup. But if he can't return for Game 7, Precious Achiuwa would get more minutes and remain a hit-or-miss DFS option.

Luka Doncic Sat May 18 2:30pm

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (knee, ankle) remains probable for Saturday's contest against OKC. The 25-year-old has taken a beating during the postseason. However, it will take more than ankle and knee soreness to keep him off the floor in Game 6. Doncic has struggled in this series, averaging 23.8 points, six fewer than he had in six playoff appearances versus the Los Angeles Clippers. Yet, with the Mavs looking to finish off the Thunder on Saturday night, Doncic could be incentivized to turn things around.

OG Anunoby Sat May 18 2:20pm

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (hamstring) won't play on Sunday against the Pacers. The 26-year-old began the series by amassing 13 points and nine boards in the series opener on May 6. While he scored 28 points in Game 2, he tweaked his hamstring in that contest and hasn't been available since. The Knicks are plagued by injuries across the roster, with Josh Hart injuring his abdomen in Friday's loss. Hart will likely carry an injury designation heading into the finale. But if he's also ruled out, Jalen Brunson and Donte DiVincenzo would likely see the most chances on the offensive end. There would also be room for added production from Isaiah Hartenstein, Alec Burks, Precious Achiuwa, and Miles McBride.

Donovan Mitchell Fri May 17 11:00am

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell has a big decision looming this offseason and it will potentially force a couple of decisions from the Cavaliers' front office at the same time. Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN said that Mitchell knows he needs to make a decision and both he and his agent will meet with the team "at the right time." There isn't any word on when that time maybe, but he's eligible to sign an extension worth up to $209 million for four years. Reports say that if Mitchell decides to stay, then Darius Garland and his agents will request a trade and the Cavaliers will need to scramble to find the right supporting cast for Mitchell and Evan Mobley.

Evan Mobley Fri May 17 10:50am

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley is entering the final year of his rookie contract next season and it looks like the team is more than happy with his growth so far. According to Brian Windhorst of ESPN, the Cavs are likely to offer Mobley a rookie scale max extension this offseason. Unfortunately, he was hit by the injury bug this past season, but still averaged 15.7 points, 9.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.4 blocks per game with shooting splits of .580/.373/.719. The 22-year-old was one of the team's best players this postseason outside of Donovan Mitchell, and their offseason seems like it could bring a shakeup to surround their core with more talent.

Jaden McDaniels Fri May 17 10:40am

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels cashed in an ultra-efficient performance in Game 6, which ended in a complete blowout and a Game 7 on the horizon. McDaniels has been a defensive force for this team throughout the playoffs so far and he's thrown in a few big offensive efforts for good measure. In Game 6, McDaniels posted 21 points on 8-for-10 shooting while chipping in four rebounds, one assist, one steal, and two blocks. His defensive versatility has been the biggest key to the Timberwolves' engine. McDaniels hasn't been a big offensive producer in the away games in this series, though, so he may not be the best DFS option for Game 7.

Nikola Jokic Fri May 17 10:40am

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic was the only one on the team to score more than 12 points in a 45-point drubbing in Game 6. The three-time MVP put up 22 points, nine rebounds, two assists, and three turnovers while shooting 9-for-19 from the floor and 0-for-4 from deep. Jokic will likely bounce back, as will the Nuggets, while they go back home for a series-deciding Game 7. With how this series has gone so far, there aren't any promises just because the game is on their home court. Jokic remains a must-play in DFS as he's likely to provide some big points even if he has an off game.

Bruce Brown Fri May 17 10:10am

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Bruce Brown went from key piece on a championship team to bouncing around multiple teams in the matter of one season. His tenure in Toronto was shaky as he never established a role on the team and bounced between the starting lineup, bench, and injury report. As of right now, it seems that the Raptors are preparing to pickup Brown's option which is worth $23 million next season, and then look for a trade partner around the time of the NBA Draft. If they find a trade they deem valuable for Brown, then that could mean signing Gary Trent Jr. to an extension after that, according to Doug Smith of the Toronto Star.

Anthony Edwards Fri May 17 9:30am

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards bounced back in a big way in Game 6 to lead the team to a 45-point win and force a Game 7. The budding superstar finished the game with 27 points, four rebounds, four assists, three steals, and one turnover while shooting 8-for-17 from the floor and 4-for-9 from downtown. With the series shifting back to Denver, it's worth pointing out that he's only had one subpar game there so far in this series. In Games 1 and 2, Edwards scored 43 and 27 points respectively while shooting no worse than 58% overall.

Mike Conley Thu May 16 2:40pm

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (calf) is set to play in Game 6 versus the Denver Nuggets. The starting point guard missed Game 5 of the series and was originally listed as questionable with a right soleus strain, however, he appears healthy enough to suit up as Minnesota faces elimination. Nickeil Alexander-Walker filled in for the veteran in Game 5, but will likely revert to his role off the bench. Conley has played a valuable role in the Timberwolves' success this postseason, averaging 11.3 PPG and 7.0 ASG.

Josh Giddey Thu May 16 9:20am

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Josh Giddey led the second unit with 11 points in Wednesday's 104-92 loss to the Mavericks. Giddey has struggled in the series, and Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault dropped him on the bench for Game 5 in favor of Isaiah Joe. The move worked out well for Giddey, as he enjoyed his best outing of the series, adding three rebounds and two assists to his tally with 5-for-8 shooting across 12 minutes. However, with the team losing and now 3-2 behind in the series, Daigneault might be forced to make further adjustments. Joe had a quiet outing with six points. The lineup change also resulted in Cason Wallace logging a playoff career-high 27 minutes off the bench. He couldn't get going either, shooting 1-for-7 to finish with three points.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Thu May 16 9:10am

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had another 30-point effort in Wednesday's Game 5 loss to Dallas, reaching the plateau for the fourth consecutive game with 12-for-22 shooting. He was 2-for-4 with the three-ball and continued to make an impact all over the court. Gilgeous-Alexander's stat line included six rebounds, eight assists, two steals, and one block. He's been highly productive at both ends in the series, but it looks like the Thunder need even more from Gilgeous-Alexander as the team faces elimination in Game 6 on Saturday.

Derrick White Thu May 16 8:50am

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White was back in form in Game 5 against Cleveland on Wednesday, recording 18 points, five rebounds, six assists, and two steals in a 113-98 win. After being limited to only five points in Game 4, White had twice as many points in the first quarter alone on Wednesday. He was quiet for the rest of the game but still ended up with a good stat line, shooting 4-for-9 from deep and 7-for-17 overall. For some reason, White has struggled to post defensive stats in the postseason, but he continues to play a significant part in Boston's success. The 29-year-old averages 18.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.8 assists with 43.5 percent three-point shooting in the playoffs.

Luka Doncic Thu May 16 8:50am

Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic registered a 30-point triple-double as the team moved one win away from a Conference Finals spot with a 104-92 road victory against the Thunder Wednesday night. Doncic has been held back by multiple injuries in these playoffs, but it was smooth sailing for him on Wednesday, as the Mavericks superstar shot 12-for-22 from the field en route to a game-high 31 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists. He had five three-point makes with 11 attempts and also registered one block. Doncic will go after his first career three-game postseason triple-double streak when Dallas tries to close out the series in Game 6 on Saturday.

Jayson Tatum Thu May 16 8:40am

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum came very close to his second postseason triple-double as the C's closed out the Cavaliers on Wednesday with a 113-98 win. Tatum played his part on offense with a team-high 25 points and nine assists while grabbing 10 rebounds. He had a major impact at the other end as well, recording four of Boston's six steals. This was a pretty rough series for Tatum shooting-wise, but he finally got things to click in Game 5, hitting 9-for-16 from the field with a 3-for-7 effort from deep. He can now start preparing for already his fifth Conference Finals series in seven years.

Al Horford Thu May 16 8:40am

Boston Celtics forward/center Al Horford got his fingerprints all over Wednesday's 113-98 win over Cleveland, notching 22 points, 15 rebounds, five assists, one steal, and three blocks with six makes from downtown. At 37 years old, Horford became the oldest player in league history to finish a playoff game with at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, five assists, and five triples His efforts in the postseason tend to be inconsistent, but Horford was certainly a man on a mission Wednesday night. He can now get his body some rest as Boston awaits its Conference Finals opponent from the Knicks-Pacers matchup. Kristaps Porzingis (calf) is expected to return in the next series, pushing Horford back to the bench, but the savvy veteran should still find ways to impact games.