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Raphielle Johnson has been with NBC Sports in some capacity since 2013, beginning as a college basketball writer before transitioning to fantasy basketball. A longtime supporter of AC Milan, he can be followed on Threads and X at @raphiellej.

NBA: Playoffs-Oklahoma City Thunder at Minnesota Timberwolves
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NBA: Playoffs-Boston Celtics at New York Knicks
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NBA: Charlotte Hornets at Toronto Raptors
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