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Enjoy the best of Latin House, Salsa, Merengue, and much more on our Latin dance cruise NYC rentals. Climb aboard a Latin cruise for an evening of fun, dance, and the best Latin food and drink on the Hudson River. Our live DJ will keep you on your feet with the latest and best Latin music. Dance the night away as you take in magnificent views of the city and her famous landmarks.

Put on your dancing shoes Please put on your best dancing shoes and get ready to set the Hudson River on fire with our Latin party cruise NYC 2020 rentals. Climb aboard and enjoy a unique experience. Our party boat rentals offer you the opportunity to enjoy:

Enjoy upbeat Latin hits played by our live DJ. Our DJs will ensure you get to experience that high-energy Latin dance atmosphere that you and your guests are anticipating. Enjoy a wide selection of Latin music ranging from Salsa and Merengue to Bachata and Latin House. We’ll ensure you and your guests won’t want to leave the dance floor. Are you interested in party boat rentals for a private party? We offer the option of customized playlists. Get in touch with our team to let our DJs know what type of Latin music you’d like to get played.

• Delicious Meals

Enjoy a delicious Latin inspired meal prepared fresh by our gourmet chefs. We provide various options for our boat party boat rentals. Whether you prefer a buffet dinner or plated meals, we’ll ensure all your guests are satisfied. Our menu features a variety of Latin inspired treats. Do you have something special in mind for your guests? Get in touch with our team. We’ll help you plan a special dinner for you and your guests.

• Surplus beverages

Enjoy access to a wide variety of drinks with a Latin twist. Our Latin party cruise NYC packages include access to a full cash bar. Enjoy your favorite cocktails while dancing to great Latin hits and enjoying the magnificent views of the city. There’s no better way to wind down. We offer an open bar option with our Latin dance cruise NYC rentals. Give your guests access to bottomless drinks. We’ll keep your thirst quenched for the entire voyage.

• Great views

See New York City as you’ve never seen her before. Climb aboard our cruise and enjoy breathtaking views of the city. Our voyage will give you a front seat view to the Big Apple’s skyline and many of its landmarks. Dance to the latest and the best Latin hits as you cruise under the Brooklyn Bridge and past the Statue of Liberty. Enjoy the magnificent views while sipping on your favorite Latin-inspired drink and enjoying a great meal.

• Live performances

We also offer the option or live performances with our Latin party cruise NYC rentals. We’ll source the best of up and coming talent within Latin circuits for your entertainment. Enjoy the upbeat performances from our exclusive guest artists while you dance and dine under the gaze of the Statue of Liberty.

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Book Now Our Latin cruise rentals are available throughout 2020. Wine, dine, and dance in our climate-controlled decks. Book now and celebrate Latin culture with us. Party like you’ve never partied before. Get in touch with us to learn more about the packages we offer and which would suit you best.

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The best way to experience new york city in spring.

Are you planning a trip to New York City? If you’re looking for a destination that is chock full of activities and attractions, the Big Apple is where you should be. From its iconic sky scrapers to its local hangouts, there’s always something to do or see while in this busy big city. Whether you’re planning to visit for a weekend or you are a resident of New York City and are looking for something fun to look forward to in spring, you should include a cruise along New York City’s rivers in your to-do list for spring this year. The weather in spring is perfect for both day and evening boat rides. The weather is mild and comfortable. It is also a time when the city comes to life just like the trees and plants rising from a cold winter. Cruising along the tranquil Hudson and East Rivers is the perfect way to usher in the warmer months ahead. Boat rides along the Hudson and East River are the best way to see New York City in all her splendor. You’ll come up close and personal with many of the landmarks that are synonymous with New York City such as the Statue of Liberty and the Brooklyn Bridge. You’ll also have the opportunity to get a true view of what New York City offers. Sailing along the Hudson and East River will give you panoramic views of the city’s breathtaking skyline. Get spectacular views of some of the greatest feats in architectural history such as the Empire State Building. A quiet boat ride may be exactly what you need after touring the city. Anyone that’s visited the Big Apple in spring knows that it can get very busy. You can take a break from the crowds with a boat ride.

Dance the Night Away Make 2020 a year to remember by taking a Latina cruise. Our Latin party cruise NYC rentals offer you a high-energy experience in the unique setting with the New York skyline as your background. With our party boat rentals, you can enjoy:

Live DJ entertainment We’ve teamed up with talented DJs to give you a high-energy Latin dance experience. Enjoy the best of Bachata, Salsa, Latin House, Merengue, and much more as you cruise alongside the breathtaking New York City skyline. We offer large indoor and outdoor dance floors for a varied experience. We’ll keep you on your feet throughout the cruise. A full cash bar Enjoy a wide variety of cocktails with a Latin twist from our full cash bar. Sip on creative cocktails as you enjoy great conversation, upbeat music, and breathtaking views. Wind down after a busy week or day with your favorite drinks. Latin Inspired Dinner Enjoy a Latin inspired dinner aboard our yacht. We provide buffet dinners with our Latin party cruise NYC rentals. The food provided will depend on the package requested. Enjoy delicious food and dance the night. Amazing views Our party boat rentals are about much more than music, drinks, and food. Our cruise offers you breathtaking views of New York City. We’ll ensure you get to see famous landmarks that the Big Apple has in store. Get an up-close view of the Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty. Enjoy the spectacular views of the city at night. You can rest assured there’ll be many picture-worthy moments. Special guest performances Enjoy live performances by up and coming Latin talent. You heard it first on our Latin cruise. Dance and dine while enjoying upbeat performances by our exceptional guest performers.

Available Throughout the Year Are you planning a party for a special occasion? Whether it’s Cinco De Mayo, Mother’s Day, a special holiday, or a work-related event, you can make it even more special with our Latin party cruise NYC rentals. Our rentals will turn your event from just another party to the party of the year.

Contact us to make reservations for your party. We’ll host your company, family, or friends. We offer unique spaces with our fleet of yachts. Book a yacht now for your upcoming event and make our party one that no one will ever forget.

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Saturdays: 6:00pm-10:00pm Latin Vibes Saturday NYC Booze Sunset Yacht Party Cruise

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Latin Boat Party

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Do you love Latin music and culture? Our Latin dance cruise NYC rentals are an excellent opportunity for you to celebrate Latin culture. We offer an unforgettable night filled with fun and movement. Please put on your dancing shoes and climb aboard our Latin cruise to dance to Latin hits played by our live DJ. Our specially selected dance hits are sure to keep you on your feet for the entire journey.

Party Like There’s No Tomorrow

2020 will be a year you’ll remember for the rest of your life when you climb aboard our Latin cruise. Get onboard the best Latin party cruise NYC has to offer and experience Latin dance, music, and food in a way you’ve never experienced before.

Book our party boat rentals and enjoy:

• A full cash bar

A party isn’t a party without your favorite cocktails. Get your favorite cocktails freshly prepared by our skilled bartender. We’ll provide you with a wide variety of beverages with a Latin twist. Drink the flavors of Latina culture as you enjoy upbeat music and spectacular views. There’s no better way to wind down than with a delicious drink, great company, upbeat music, and a great atmosphere.

• Live DJ Entertainment

Our talented DJs will ensure you won’t want to leave the dance floor for the entire cruise. We’ll create that high-energy atmosphere that makes Latin dance parties renounced. Dance to the greatest hits of Merengue, Latin House, Salsa, Bachata, and much more while taking in the breathtaking views that make up the New York City skyline. Our boats offer both indoor and outdoor dance floors. Our climate-controlled decks ensure that you can get down to your favorite Latin music any time of the year.

• Delicious Latin Inspired Meals

Food is central to Latin culture. Climb aboard our yacht to enjoy a Latin inspired dinner. We offer a wide variety of options with our Latin party cruise NYC packages. From buffet dinners to plated meals, you’ll have various choices available to you. Enjoy freshly prepared authentic Latin meals while taking in the magnificent views and upbeat atmosphere.

• Spectacular views

Enjoy great views of New York City as you drink, eat, and dance. Our cruise will give you a front-row seat to view the Big Apple’s picturesque skyline. Get up close and personal with the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and other landmarks that have made the City famous. There’ll be many opportunities for those great photos with friends and family.

• Special live performances

Our party boat rentals come with the option of exclusive live performances. We’ll source the best of up and coming Latin talent to keep you entertained throughout the cruise. From live bands and solos to DJs, we source performers committed to their art. You can be sure of upbeat performances from our guests.

Book Now Get in touch with us now to make your reservation on our Latin cruise. Take advantage of our affordable Latin party cruise NYC packages to celebrate Latina culture in a way that you’ve never experienced before. Our packages are fully customizable. You can upgrade your package or get in touch with our team to make special requests for a more personalized experience. Our cruises are available throughout the year. Get in touch with us today to make your reservation.

PUERTO RICAN DAY Weekend | Latin Boat Party Yacht Cruise NYC

Tickets for PUERTO RICAN DAY Weekend | Latin Boat Party Yacht Cruise NYC in New York 🎫 General Admission 🎫 VIP Ticket (VIP Skip the Line and entry)

Highlights 🌟 Enjoy breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty while indulging in traditional Puerto Rican cuisine 🌙 Dance the night away under the starlit sky 💥 Experience a vibrant and unforgettable event that combines delicious food, stunning views, and lively music 🌴 Immerse yourself in the vibrant Puerto Rican atmosphere and create lasting memories on this unique yacht experience

General Info 📅 Date: 8 June 🕒 Time: 11 p.m. - 3 a.m. 📍 Location: Pier 15 👤 Age Requirement: 21+ with valid ID

Description: Join an exhilarating celebration of Puerto Rican Day on a luxurious yacht in Manhattan! Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere, surrounded by the iconic Statue of Liberty. Get ready to dance the night away and indulge in delicious Puerto Rican cuisine under the enchanting starlit sky. Get your tickets now!

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La Barca Cantina is New York City’s first and only floating Mexican restaurant! With plenty of indoor and outdoor space, come spend time on the only Mexican restaurant in New York that sails on the Hudson River. Our luxury yacht has an enormous outdoor deck, three bars and two beautiful indoor, temperature-controlled decks plus a killer sound system pumping out Latin pop, salsa and dance hits on all three decks. Our boat cruises several times a day, allowing guests to eat and drink while taking in the best view in the world: The New York skyline from the Hudson River.

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Whether you’re looking to enjoy food & drinks with your besties, have a fun date night, unwind at boozy brunch, host a birthday or even a company party, we can guarantee the celebration will be better on the water!

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Join us for any of our Father’s Day sails – brunch, 5pm, or 8pm – and Dad receives a FREE drink! 

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Where to Eat: New York City

Late-night dining is back. sort of..

You don’t have to settle for 6 p.m. dinners.

By Nikita Richardson

In the early months of writing this newsletter, I used to receive many a reader email asking where to eat a proper meal after 9 or 10 p.m. The pandemic had destroyed what I would call later-night dining, and what others like to call post-theater dining.

“Post-pandemic New York, a late-dining city by American standards,” the reporter Rachel Sugar wrote in a 2022 article for T Magazine, “has fallen in line with places like Los Angeles or Austin, Texas, in embracing the joys of twilight dinner.” But it seems that four years later, we are finally shaking off the dust and tiptoeing our way back toward being what Eric Adams has surely called the Madrid or Paris or Hong Kong of America.

All the pierogi at Veselka Williamsburg

Maybe you heard the news that Veselka , Ukrainian American jewel of the East Village, will soon return to 24-hour service on weekends, though exactly when that will happen is a bit cloudy. (Jason Birchard, the third-generation owner of the restaurant, said he was waiting for the post-pandemic dining mania to wear off a bit.) What is absolutely certain, however, is that there is now a new Veselka location, with a 48-year lease, in East Williamsburg near the rowdy intersection of Union and Metropolitan Avenues.

“I’ll be in my late 80s when it’s wrapping up,” said Justin Birchard, Veselka’s chief operating officer and Jason’s cousin. “But, you know, we got a good deal .”

Like the mother ship, Veselka Williamsburg will be open fairly late, until 11 p.m., and serving all the pierogi and chicken paprikash you can stomach. I can already imagine many a sloppy night at Rocka Rolla starting in its generously sized booths.

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Mortadella and blue cheese at Lions Bar & Grill

Recently, after spending about three hours soaking in a bathhouse in Flatiron, I made my way to the Lions Bar & Grill in the East Village, a large, low-lit drinking hole open since February on First Avenue. I’d come for the mortadella sandwich with pistachio-flecked meat smothered with blue cheese and pickled peppers between two pieces of toast.

They could have gone a little lighter on the pickled peppers, but that was easy to let slide given the hours of availability. Maybe for you, a fancy bologna sandwich does not a meal make, so you can also order linguine in clam sauce, a chicken club or a cheffed-up baked potato with egg yolk and Cheddar gratin followed by chocolate pot de crème — and you can do so until midnight on Sundays and Mondays, or 1 a.m. the rest of the week.

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In case you thought the new drive toward later dining was purely Manhattan-focused, there’s the aptly named Hellbender Nighttime Café in Ridgewood, Queens, the latest in a string of trendy restaurants that are either gentrifying the neighborhood or turning it into a dining destination, depending on who you ask.

What does a “nighttime café” entail? Fusion-y Mexican food from Yara Herrera, a California native who is serving shrimp and corn fried rice perfumed with fish sauce and lime juice; chicken fajitas that nearly make up for the fact that the only Chili’s restaurants in the city are in Glendale, Queens, and on Staten Island; and fried Oaxacan cheese with tomatillo salsa that puts all mozzarella sticks to shame. And it’s all available until midnight Monday through Saturday, and until 11 p.m. on Sunday.

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Chrissy’s Pizza at Superiority Burger

Dedicated readers may remember that last year I waxed poetic about Chrissy’s Pizza , a pandemic-era pop-up turned tiny pizza shop in the old Superiority Burger space. Things didn’t quite work out for Chris Hansell at that location, but his late-night residency at the new Superiority Burger on Avenue A, where he’s serving variations on the New York-style pies that made him locally famous, is even more exciting. Thursday through Saturday, he slings pizza from 11 p.m. until 2 a.m. Reservations are released in batches (they’re currently booked through June 15), but no-shows happen fairly regularly if you find yourself stumbling through the East Village and want to try your luck.

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Yankees' Gerrit Cole cruises in first rehab start at Double-A

Jorge Castillo reports on Gerrit Cole's first rehab start for the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, the Somerset Patriots. (1:03)

BRIDGEWATER, N.J. -- Gerrit Cole did not have any trouble finding adrenaline in his first minor league appearance in eight years Tuesday night.

It was coursing through the New York Yankees ace as he made his first rehab appearance since being sidelined with nerve irritation and edema in his right elbow in mid-March, starting for the Double-A Somerset Patriots in front of a standing room only crowd.

Cole channeled that energy into an encouraging return to game action, holding the Hartford Yard Goats scoreless over 3⅓ innings. The right-hander allowed just two singles, didn't surrender a walk and faced one batter over the minimum. He threw 45 pitches, 34 for strikes, on a night he was slated to toss 40 to 50.

Asked if there was anything he didn't like about the outing, Cole's answer was simple: "No."

The reigning American League Cy Young Award winner said he was happy with "really everything" about the outing. He threw his entire repertoire for strikes. His fastball sat between 94 and 97 mph. He bemoaned leaving soft two breaking pitches over the plate, but that was about it a month to the day after he first threw off the mound following the injury.

Cole is expected to make another start for Somerset on Sunday. After that, he isn't sure.

"Definitely close," Cole said of coming off the injured list to pitch for the Yankees. "I'm not sure how many more we need, but definitely closer rather than farther away. It should be right around the corner here."

Speaking after the Yankees' 5-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night, manager Aaron Boone said he caught a couple innings of Cole's start before first pitch and "thought he looked really sharp."

"Just as far as command of the fastball and getting to where he wanted to get the swing and miss," Boone told reporters in New York. "So the 15 or 20 pitches that I saw looked like Gerrit. He looked sharp. Another encouraging step. We'll see how we get through these next several days."

With his appearance, Cole, 33, became the highest-profile player to play for Somerset in the team's short history as the Yankees' Double-A affiliate, which began in 2021.

The atmosphere reflected the moment for this minor league baseball outpost in central Jersey. The team announced a sellout of 8,260, the largest attendance for the franchise since it became a Yankees affiliate. Fans streamed into TD Bank Ballpark long before first pitch. Most were on hand to cheer for Cole when he first emerged onto the field in uniform, wearing his customary No. 45, to play catch before warming up in the bullpen.

"I thought it was really fun overall," Cole said. "It was a nice environment. It felt really great to get back out there and get back in the flow of things."

Cole took the mound at 6:31 p.m. Four minutes later, he fired his first pitch in a minor league game since July 2016: a fastball fouled off for strike one. Hartford leadoff man Adael Amador lined the next pitch, a curveball, to right field for a single.

Amador later stole second base without a throw and took third on a groundout. He was left stranded there as Cole struck out Yanquiel Fernández swinging at a fastball to end the 10-pitch inning.

Cole threw 15 pitches in each of the next two frames. He retired the side in order in the second, which ended with a nine-pitch battle with catcher Braxton Fulford. He surrendered a one-out single in the third to Braiden Ward -- a line drive up the middle, close enough to Cole to deliver a scare.

The Yard Goats then gave Cole some help: Amador, upon striking out swinging in his second at-bat, was called for batter interference for impeding catcher Ben Rice's throw to second base on Ward's steal attempt.

Cole, who completed the third inning with 40 pitches, emerged for the fourth, striking out Sterlin Thompson with a high fastball out of the strike zone. The five-pitch at-bat concluded Cole's night.

Cole fist bumped each Patriots infielder and tapped Rice on the chest before walking off the mound to a standing ovation. He saluted the crowd and acknowledged the home plate umpire.

Afterward, Cole said he had more in the tank, but the plan was the plan. And on Tuesday, the plan was a rousing success.

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2024 NBA playoffs bracket, schedule, scores: Celtics set to face Mavericks in Game 1 of NBA Finals

It's boston vs. dallas for the 2024 nba title.

The Dallas Mavericks are heading to the 2024 NBA Finals, where they'll meet the Boston Celtics . Their best-of-seven series will open Thursday as Game 1 tips at 8:30 p.m. ET from TD Graden in Boston. It will be more than a decade since either franchise has hoisted the Larry O'Brien Trophy. 

The Mavs ousted the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-103  to win the Western Conference finals in five games. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving shined for Dallas, pushing the franchise back to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2011. 

The Celtics swept the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals. Boston won the East for the second time in three years, and Jaylen Brown was named Eastern Conference finals MVP. 

The Mavericks are looking for their second title in franchise history and their first since 2011. The Celtics, meanwhile, have won 17 NBA titles, but none since 2008.

Regardless of which of the three remaining teams wins the 2024 title, the NBA will have its sixth different champion in six years -- something that has not happened since 1975-1980 .

The postseason field started with 20 teams, and now we're down to two. The Warriors , Kings , Hawks and Bulls were ousted in the Play-In Tournament before the Pelicans , Suns , Clippers , Lakers , Heat , 76ers , Bucks and Magic were eliminated in the first round. The Cavaliers , Thunder , Knicks and Nuggets were sent home in the second round with the Pacers and Timberwolves bowing out in the conference finals.

Here's a look at the upcoming schedule, as well as all the playoff scores. All games airing on ABC, ESPN and NBA TV are streaming on  fubo  (try for free).

Celtics vs. Mavericks, Game 1

Where to watch.

Time : 8:30 p.m ET |  Date : Thursday, June 6 Location : TD Garden -- Boston TV channel : ABC |  Streaming:  ABC/ fubo

Below is a look at the complete playoff bracket:

2024 NBA playoff bracket

Upcoming NBA Finals schedule

(All times Eastern)

Thursday, June 6 NBA Finals Game 1, 8:30 p.m., ABC/ fubo

Sunday, June 9 NBA Finals Game 2: 8 p.m., ABC/ fubo

Wednesday, June 12 NBA Finals Game 3: 8:30 p.m., ABC/ fubo

Friday, June 14 NBA Finals Game 4: 8:30 p.m., ABC/ fubo

Monday, June 17 NBA Finals Game 5*: 8:30 p.m., ABC/ fubo

Thursday, June 20 NBA Finals Game 6*: 8:30 p.m., ABC/ fubo

Sunday, June 23 NBA Finals Game 7*: 8 p.m., ABC/ fubo * if necessary

Conference finals scores

Celtics vs. Pacers Game 1: Celtics 133, Pacers 128 (OT) Game 2: Celtics 126, Pacers 110 Game 3: Celtics 114, Pacers 111 Game 4: Celtics 105, Pacers 102 (Boston wins series 4-0)

Timberwolves vs. Mavericks Game 1: Mavericks 108, Timberwolves 105  Game 2: Mavericks 109, Timberwolves 108 Game 3: Mavericks 116, Timberwolves 107 Game 4: Timberwolves 105, Mavericks 100 Game 5: Mavericks 124, Timberwolves 103 (Dallas wins series 4-1)

Second-round scores

Celtics vs. Cavaliers Game 1: Celtics 120, Cavaliers 95 Game 2: Cavaliers 118, Celtics 94 Game 3: Celtics 106, Cavaliers 93 Game 4: Celtics 109, Cavaliers 102 Game 5: Celtics 113, Cavaliers 98 (Boston wins series 4-1)

Knicks vs. Pacers Game 1: Knicks 121, Pacers 117 Game 2: Knicks 130, Pacers 121 Game 3: Pacers 111, Knicks 106 Game 4: Pacers 121, Knicks 89 Game 5: Knicks 121, Pacers 91 Game 6: Pacers 116, Knicks 103 Game 7: Pacers 130, Knicks 109 (Indiana wins series 4-3)

Thunder vs. Mavericks Game 1: Thunder 117, Mavericks 95 Game 2: Mavericks 119, Thunder 110 Game 3: Mavericks 105, Thunder 101 Game 4: Thunder 100, Mavericks 96 Game 5: Mavericks 104, Thunder 92 Game 6: Mavericks 117, Thunder 116 (Dallas wins series 4-2)

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves Game 1: Timberwolves 106, Nuggets 99 Game 2: Timberwolves 106, Nuggets 80 Game 3: Nuggets 117, Timberwolves 90 Game 4: Nuggets 115, Timberwolves 107 Game 5: Nuggets 112, Timberwolves 97 Game 6: Timberwolves 115, Nuggets 70 Game 7: Timberwolves 98, Nuggets 90 (Minnesota wins series 4-3)

First-round scores

Celtics vs. Heat Game 1: Celtics 114, Heat 94 Game 2: Heat 111, Celtics 101 Game 3: Celtics 104, Heat 84 Game 4: Celtics 102, Heat 88 Game 5: Celtics 118, Heat 84 (Boston wins series 4-1)

Knicks vs. 76ers Game 1: Knicks 111, 76ers 104 Game 2: Knicks 104, 76ers 101 Game 3: 76ers 125, Knicks 114 Game 4: Knicks 97, 76ers 92 Game 5: 76ers 112, Knicks 106 (OT) Game 6: Knicks 118, 76ers 115 (Knicks win series 4-2)

Bucks vs. Pacers Game 1: Bucks 109, Pacers 94 Game 2: Pacers 125, Bucks 108 Game 3: Pacers 121, Bucks 118 (OT) Game 4: Pacers 126, Bucks 113 Game 5: Bucks 115, Pacers 92 Game 6: Pacers 120, Bucks 98 (Indiana wins series 4-2)

Cavaliers vs. Magic Game 1: Cavaliers 97, Magic 83 Game 2: Cavaliers 96, Magic 86 Game 3: Magic 121, Cavaliers 83 Game 4: Magic 112, Cavaliers 89  Game 5: Cavaliers 104, Magic 103 Game 6: Magic 103, Cavaliers 96 Game 7: Cavaliers 106, Magic 94 (Cleveland wins series 4-3)

Thunder vs. Pelicans Game 1: Thunder 94, Pelicans 92 Game 2: Thunder 124, Pelicans 92 Game 3: Thunder 106, Pelicans 85 Game 4: Thunder 97, Pelicans 89 (Oklahoma City wins series 4-0) 

Nuggets vs. Lakers Game 1: Nuggets 114, Lakers 103 Game 2: Nuggets 101, Lakers 99 Game 3: Nuggets 112, Lakers 105 Game 4: Lakers 119, Nuggets 108 Game 5: Nuggets 108, Lakers 106 (Denver wins series 4-1)

Timberwolves vs. Suns Game 1: Timberwolves 120, Suns 95 Game 2: Timberwolves 105, Suns 93 Game 3: Timberwolves 126, Suns 109 Game 4: Timberwolves 122, Suns 116 (Minnesota wins series 4-0)

Clippers vs. Mavericks Game 1: Clippers 109, Mavericks 97 Game 2: Mavericks 96, Clippers 93 Game 3: Mavericks 101, Clippers 90 Game 4: Clippers 116, Mavericks 111 Game 5: Mavericks 123, Clippers 93 Game 6: Mavericks 114, Clippers 101 (Dallas wins series 4-2)

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