Perhaps sparked by the Heat’s upset in Game 3, Game 4 was the most-watched of the series, which the Lakers now lead 3-1. Game 5 is Friday. The first three games each set futility records. There were a total of 6.6 million viewers for Game 2, which broke the Game 1 record low of 7.4 million. ESPN/ABC did not respond to a request for comment.
April 19, 2021 | 9:26 pm EDT Update

Shams Charania: NBA spokesperson: “We are in the process of gathering information and hopeful that Sterling makes a full recovery.”
April 19, 2021 | 8:15 pm EDT Update
Adrian Wojnarowski: There’s optimism that LaMelo Ball could be ready to return to the lineup in 7-10 days, source tells ESPN.
Nike and Kobe Bryant partnership is 'done'

Nick DePaula: At 6:36 AM today I received a text: “Vanessa Bryant did not renew contract. Kobe and Nike are done.” I’ve been working since to confirm what this means ahead for the Nike / Kobe Bryant partnership. As of right now — there is no ongoing contract for future Kobe releases. pic.twitter.com/5vuyQg6Gw6
B/R Kicks: Jordan Brand teasing a big announcement 😤 @Zionwilliamson pic.twitter.com/3NiCzanwJo