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  • Obi Toppin scores 21 in series-clinching win
    Obi Toppin was outstanding in Thursday’s 120-98 win over the Bucks, finishing with 21 points (8-of-15 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, two assists, one block, and three 3-pointers in 24 minutes.

    Advice: The Pacers are off to the second round after eliminating Milwaukee in six games, and Toppin was a massive factor in Game 6. A double-digit scorer in the series’ final four games, the fourth-year forward scored a team-high 21 points in Game 6. Toppin’s production was critical, as Indiana’s starting frontcourt struggled with fouls. Pascal Siakam (19/7/4/1 with one 3-pointer) and Myles Turner (5/5/1/0/1) were whistled for four fouls, while Aaron Nesmith (15/3/1 with three 3-pointers) picked up five. Indiana’s depth was a significant factor in the first round, and that could also be the case in the second, whether they get New York or Philadelphia. Game 1 is on Monday night. Rotoworld Yesterday, 6:44 pm
     
  • Top scorer off bench in Game 6
    Toppin posted 21 points (8-15 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one block over 24 minutes in Thursday's 120-98 win over Milwaukee in Game 6 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

    Advice: Toppin gave Indiana a much-needed lift off the bench, leading all Pacers in scoring while connecting on a team-high-tying trio of threes and ending two rebounds shy of a double-double in just under 25 minutes on the second unit. Toppin has been stellar off the bench this postseason but posted his best outing of the playoffs thus far in the series-clinching victory. Toppin concluded the first-round series by surpassing the double-digit scoring mark in four straight outings. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 6:11 pm
     
  • Available for Game 6
    Robinson (ankle) will be available for Thursday's Game 6 matchup with the 76ers.

    Advice: Robinson logged 25 minutes in his return Tuesday, so he should see a similar workload in Game 6. With Robinson back in the mix, Precious Achiuwa will likely be out of the rotation. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 5:32 pm
     
  • Mitchell Robinson (ankle) active for Game 6 Thurs.
    Mitchell Robinson (left ankle sprain) is available for Thursday’s game against the 76ers.

    Advice: Robinson was not wearing a walking boot on his left foot when he arrived at the arena, which was the first sign he would play. The Knicks’ backup center has officially been cleared to play in Game 6, ensuring New York has both of its preferred options in the middle. Isaiah Hartenstein remains the starter. Rotoworld Yesterday, 5:31 pm
     
  • Officially deemed questionable
    Harris (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Friday's Game 6 against the Cavaliers.

    Advice: Harris was already deemed a game-time decision for Game 6, so his questionable injury label isn't surprising. If the 29-year-old guard is ruled out, Caleb Houstan, Markelle Fultz, Cole Anthony and Anthony Black are all candidates to receive increased playing time. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 2:48 pm
     
  • Still sidelined
    Prosper (ankle) won't play in Friday's Game 6 against the Clippers.

    Advice: Prosper's absence streak will extend to four games Friday due to a. left ankle sprain. However, the rookie forward is unlikely to be a significant factor in Dallas' playoff rotation when healthy. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 2:44 pm
     
  • Available for Game 6
    Beverley (oblique) is available for Thursday's Game 6 against the Pacers.

    Advice: Beverley continues to deal with an oblique injury, but he'll be able to suit up once again Thursday. He tallied 13 points, 12 assists, four rebounds, two steals and a block in 36 minutes during Tuesday's Game 5, but he'll have additional help in the backcourt Thursday since Damian Lillard (Achilles) has been cleared to return. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 2:43 pm
     
  • Out for Game 6 on Friday
    Hardaway (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's Game 6 matchup with the Clippers.

    Advice: This will be Hardaway's fourth consecutive game on the sidelines, and his next chance to play will come if a Game 7 is needed Sunday. Josh Green and Dante Exum will continue to step up in his absence. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 2:41 pm
     
  • Craig Porter Jr. (ankle) still out for Game 6
    Craig Porter Jr. (left ankle sprain) will remain sidelined for Game 6 against Orlando on Friday.

    Advice: Porter Jr.'s continued absence will have no impact on this series. Rotoworld Yesterday, 2:40 pm