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Al Jefferson was the focal point of the Charlotte Hornets' offense when they faced the Miami Heat in the playoffs two years ago. Jefferson now comes off the bench and plays fewer minutes, but that doesn't mean the Hornets won't be relying on ''Big Al'' in the postseason. ''He's still a difference maker,'' coach Steve Clifford said. Continue to Article

April 16, 2016 2:40:am EST

Numbers do not tell the whole story when it comes to Dwyane Wade this season. In a season where Miami rebuilt its roster, lost Chris Bosh for the second straight season at the All-Star break to a blood clot and made a surprising midseason decision to radically change its pace of play, Wade's leadership kept proving vital. ''I know I've got a big responsibility as a leader of this team to help lead these guys,'' Wade said. Continue to Article

April 15, 2016 7:00:pm EST

Chris Bosh will still play a role for the Miami Heat in the playoffs, though apparently one that doesn't include him returning to the court. Other than issuing a statement to announce that clot had dissipated several weeks ago, Bosh has not been available for interviews or offered any other updates on his health. ''Chris talked today to us, as a team,'' fellow Heat All-Star Dwyane Wade said after practice. Continue to Article

April 15, 2016 4:32:pm EST

Chris Bosh addressed the Miami Heat on Friday, the All-Star forward telling his teammates what the postseason means to him and how it's paining him to not be able to play right now. A blood clot was found in one of his legs in February, and other than saying that was cleared up Bosh has not offered any updates on his health since. Teammates said Bosh's speech in a pre-practice meeting was emotional. Continue to Article

April 15, 2016 3:33:pm EST

LeBron James has been in the shadows, somewhat overlooked. For months, the Cavaliers' megastar has been slightly under the radar, if that's even possible for one of the world's most recognizable athletes. While Stephen Curry rained 3-pointers as the new face of the NBA, the Golden State Warriors hunted history and Kobe Bryant took his final bows, James remained in the background - waiting. Continue to Article

April 15, 2016 11:10:am EST