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One more tie was achieved by Utah Jazz in their 105-98 win against Los Angeles Clippers, with Rudy Gobert reaching a double-double of 15 points and 13 rebounds in 24 minutes. The two teams will face Round 2 even, with a 2-2 record.
Cleveland Cavaliers swept Indiana Pacers in their fourth game with 106-102 to rush into the second round with a perfect 4-0. Kevin Seraphin had 4 points for the Pacers in the final game of Round 1.
The Houston Rockets lead the series against Oklahoma City Thunder with 3-1 after beating them once more with 113-90. Thunder‘s Alex Abrines scored 5 points, while Enes Kanter tapped 2.
Boston Celtics tied the series against Chicago Bulls with 2-2, after prevailing 104-95, through another courageous performance of Isaiah Thomas who finished the game with 33 points. Nikola Mirotic added 13 points and 7 rebounds for Bulls in 34 minutes.