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Decision-making of Smith, Westbrook
OKC-MEM, ATL-CHI may be decided by Westbrook, Smith (PER Diem: May 10, 2011)
Updated: May 10, 2011, 3:02 PM ET
By John Hollinger | ESPN.com
2011 NBA FINALS
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Tony Parker in the lead for Flop of the Night for that dive in final minute of first half. #StopTheFlop
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San Antonio continues to chip away at Memphis' lead. The Spurs trail 42-36 late in the 2nd Q as Parker and Duncan are up to 7 pts each.
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Tayshaun Prince: Sprained Right Ankle. He is available to return.
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Allen is apparently good to go.
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Well, this one isn't over yet. The Spurs string some buckets together and cut Memphis' lead to 29-20. #turnovers
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