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The Cavaliers, who took LeBron James the last time they were in this position, won the No. 1 pick in the 2011 NBA Draft lottery.

The Timberwolves will pick second, and the Jazz third.

Carmelo who? In a swift -- and stunning -- reply to the Knicks' move for Anthony, the Nets landed All-Star point guard Deron Williams in a blockbuster deal with Utah, writes Zach Lowe.

After losing out on landing Carmelo Anthony to the Knicks, the Nets have reportedly pulled the trigger on a trade for Jazz guard Deron Williams.

Jerry Sloan reportedly resigning during 23rd season with Utah.

Jerry Sloan resigning during 23rd season with Utah.

The Los Angeles Lakers played more like they were trying to avoid a sweep rather than complete one. The Lakers stormed out to a 22-point lead in the first half, then withstood a brief surge by Utah in the third quarter before regaining control in the fourth and winning 111-96 on Monday night, sweeping the second-round series and advancing to the Western Conference finals for the third straight...

The Jazz had their chances, but Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher hit back-to-back 3-pointers during an 8-2 run in the final minute to give the Lakers a 111-110 win and 3-0 series lead.

After two close games, the Lakers and Jazz resume their series in Utah.

The Lakers take a commanding 3-0 lead vs. the Jazz.

The Lakers received a scare from the resilient Jazz, but Kobe Bryant came through in the final minutes again.

Los Angeles prevailed 104-99 and maintained the home-court edge.