Bulls Clinch First Round Series, NBA Roundup

The Chicago Bulls finally delivered a knockout blow to the Milwaukee Bucks -- not literally, although it sure seemed to come close at times. And for all of Chicago's star power, it was Mike Dunleavy in the middle of it all.

Dunleavy scored 20 points and the Bulls came close to an NBA playoff record, finally putting away the Bucks with a 120-66 victory in Game 6 to clinch their first-round series Thursday night. Dunleavy seemed to have his biggest impact away from the ball, getting under the young Bucks skins with physical play that drew retaliation.

"They had some momentum in the series, won a couple in a row," Dunleavy said. "We came out on their court and put it on them. That's frustrating. If anybody's been there before, that's frustrating, and I understand that."

The Bulls, who move on to face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round, finished four points from the NBA playoff record for largest margin of victory. Minnesota beat St. Louis 133-75 on March 19, 1956.

Clippers 102, Spurs 96

The Los Angeles Clippers are aware their toughness, resolve and focus has been questioned for years. They also know there is only one way to silence that talk.

The Clippers proved their mettle against the veteran San Antonio Spurs again, overcoming another disappointing loss to set up what could be a defining victory for their franchise.

Blake Griffin had 26 points and 12 rebounds and Chris Paul had 19 points and 15 assists as the Clippers held on for a 102-96 victory over the Spurs on Thursday night, forcing a Game 7 in their first-round series.

Thursday, April 30 Scoreboard

Chicago 120, Milwaukee 66
EASTERN CONFERENCE 1ST ROUND - GAME 6

Los Angeles 102, San Antonio 102
WESTERN CONFERENCE 1ST ROUND - GAME 6

Friday, May 1 Schedule (Time Central)

Atlanta at Brooklyn, 7 p.m.
EASTERN CONFERENCE 1ST ROUND - GAME 6

Saturday, May 2 Schedule (Time Central)

San Antonio at Los Angeles, 7 p.m.
WESTERN CONFERENCE 1ST ROUND - GAME 7

Sunday, May 3 Schedule (All Times Central)

Brooklyn at Atlanta, noon
EASTERN CONFERENCE 1ST ROUND - GAME 7 IF NECESSARY

Memphis at Golden State, 2:30 p.m.
WESTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS - GAME 1