N.B.A. Roundup: Orlando Edges Toronto to Take 2-0 Series Lead
Published 4/23/2008 at NYT > Pro Basketball
Dwight Howard became the first player in nearly 40 years to record consecutive playoff games with at least 20 points and 20 rebounds as Orlando beat the Raptors on Tuesday.
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