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NBA roundup: Bucks muscle past Raptors again

Malcom Brogdon made two 3-pointers late in the fourth quarter, including the one for the go-ahead points with 40.7 seconds to play, and the visiting Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Toronto Raptors 104-99 on Sunday night. Brogdon finished with 18 points for the Bu... More »

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LeBron: Final matchup vs. Wade will be ‘sweet, sour’

Monday night marks the end of an era as LeBron James and Dwayne Wade share the court for the final time when the Los Angeles Lakers host the Miami Heat. After 16 seasons in the league together, Wade is set to retire at the end of the 2018-19 campaign. The matc... More »

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Bulls fire Hoiberg, promote Boylen to head coach

The Chicago Bulls fired head coach Fred Hoiberg on Monday and promoted Jim Boylen to lead the team. “Decisions like this one are never easy to make, however I felt this was the right choice for our organization at this time,” Bulls Executive Vice President of ... More »

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NBA roundup: Jordan lifts Mavs over Clippers

DeAndre Jordan torched his former team for 16 points and a season-high 23 rebounds Sunday, and Dennis Smith Jr., who had a front tooth knocked out in the third quarter, came up with a game-saving block to allow host Dallas Mavericks to earn their seventh conse... More »

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NBA signings: Lakers, LeBron make marriage official

Los Angeles can collectively exhale. LeBron James is officially a Laker. The club announced late Monday afternoon that James has put pen to paper on the reported four-year, $154 million deal, just as James’ representation, Klutch Sports Group, confirmed the ne... More »

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NBA notebook: Rockets targeting Anthony after losing Mbah a Moute

The Houston Rockets are now determined to sign forward Carmelo Anthony after forward Luc Mbah a Moute joined the Los Angeles Clippers on a one-year, $4.3 million deal on Monday, according to an ESPN report. Anthony is currently a member of the Oklahoma City Th... More »

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It’s official: LeBron inks four-year contract with Lakers

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – LeBron James made his seismic move to the Los Angeles Lakers official on Monday when the three-time NBA champion posted a photo of himself smiling alongside his freshly-signed four-year, $154 million contact. The news of the contract si... More »

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James agrees to four-year, $154 million deal with Lakers

(Reuters) – Three-time NBA champion LeBron James bid farewell to Cleveland on Sunday after agreeing to a four-year $154 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. The 33-year-old forward leaves the Cavaliers to join an iconic franchise that has won 16 NBA t... More »

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NBA: Durant, Paul to re-sign with teams – reports

(Reuters) – The two-time defending champion Golden State Warriors have agreed to re-sign Kevin Durant to a one-year contract with a player option for a second year, according to a report on Saturday. Durant, the NBA Finals MVP for the past two seasons, is expe... More »

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Report: NBA owners’ debt limit raised to $325 million

The NBA Board of Governors unanimously voted to increase the debt limit of owners to $325 million, according to a report from ESPN. The vote, which reportedly took place Friday, raises the debt limit $75 million. The decision comes ahead of higher team payroll... More »

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NBA notebook: LeBron might not take FA visits

LeBron James is unlikely to visit other teams or take an audience with suitors as he did in past free agent circuits, according to an ESPN report on Monday. Per the report, James might not even speak with top team officials before making a decision on his dest... More »

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NBA to test coaches’ challenges in Summer League

Potentially following the lead of the NFL and Major League Baseball, the NBA is pondering a system in which coaches may challenge officials’ rulings. NBA executive vice president of basketball operations Kiki VanDeWeghe said Sunday on Sirius XM NBA Radio that ... More »

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Warriors outgun Cavs to take 2-0 series lead

OAKLAND (Reuters) – Golden State’s high-powered offense was too much for the Cleveland Cavaliers as the Warriors claimed a 122-103 victory in Game Two of the NBA Finals on Sunday to take a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series. Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant co... More »

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Warriors sink ice-cold Rockets, head back to Finals

Behind another extraordinary third quarter from Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors erased a 15-point deficit and claimed Game 7 of the Western Conference finals with a 101-92 victory over the Houston Rockets on Monday at Toyota Center in Houston. Curry s... More »

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Doncic’s NBA decision coming ‘soon’ after Euroleague title

Top NBA prospect Luka Doncic led Real Madrid over defending Euroleague champions Fenerbahce 85-80 to claim the league title on Sunday in Belgrade, Serbia, earning Final Four MVP honors in the process. The triumph capped the Euroleague season, quickly turning a... More »

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New gambling regulation prompts NCAA to ease up on venue rule

The NCAA has long been a staunch opponent of legalized and illegal gambling, but the recent Supreme Court decision clearing states to regulate sports gambling is leading to some changes. The NCAA announced Thursday that it supports a federal model that address... More »

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NBA notebook: Suns have top shot at No. 1 pick, but …

The Phoenix Suns own the best chance to win the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft when ping-pong balls are sorted out Tuesday night at the Palmer House in Chicago. The Memphis Grizzlies hold the next-best odds to land the top spot. The top 14 selections... More »

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Warriors race past Rockets in NBA West finals opener

Kevin Durant poured in a team-high 37 points and Klay Thompson chipped in 28 as the Golden State Warriors claimed the opener of the Western Conference finals and snatched home-court advantage with a frenetic 119-106 win over the Houston Rockets on Monday at To... More »

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LeBron masterclass leaves Toronto clinging on

TORONTO (Reuters) – Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James delivered a masterclass on Thursday that left the dispirited Toronto Raptors wondering if there was anything they could do to slow down the game’s greatest player. So dominant was the three-times NBA... More »

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Cosby conviction could mean hefty damages in civil cases: legal…

NEW YORK (Reuters) – On top of the years in prison comedian Bill Cosby faces for sexual assault, his criminal conviction increases the likelihood he will have to pay hefty damages in civil lawsuits brought by women who say he assaulted or defamed them, legal e... More »

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Russia’s Prokhorov sells 49 percent stake in Brooklyn Nets to…

MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov has sold a 49-percent stake in the Brooklyn Nets basketball team to Joe Tsai, the executive vice chairman and co-founder of the Alibaba Group, the NBA team said in a statement. Prokhorov will continue to... More »

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TV celebrity Khloe Kardashian gives birth: media

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Reality television star Khloe Kardashian gave birth to her first child on Thursday, according to U.S. media reports, after years of documenting her fertility struggles on her family’s U.S. television show “Keeping Up with the Kardashian... More »

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NBA: Internationals Simmons, Jokic sweep Player of the Week awards

(Reuters) – Australian Ben Simmons and Serbian Nikola Jokic were announced as the NBA Players of the Week on Monday, the first time two international players have swept the awards in four years. The 21-year-old Philadelphia 76ers forward Simmons averaged 18.5 ... More »

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NBA star Kobe Bryant wins Oscar for animated short

90th Academy Awards – Oscars Backstage – Hollywood, California, U.S., 04/03/2018 – Best animated short film – Kobe Bryant reacts while being directed to the photo stage with Glen Keane after winning the Best Short Film (Animated) Award for “Dear Basketball”. R... More »

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NBA: Slovenia’s Dragic completes long journey to All Star Game

Feb 13, 2018- Toronto, Ontario, CAN- Miami Heat guard Goran Dragic (7) talks to the media during the warm up before a game against the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports (Reuters) – Slovenia’s Goran Dragic c... More »

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Pacers’ Oladipo showing the promise he once projected

Dec 23, 2017- Indianapolis, IN, USA- Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo (4) drives to the basket against Brooklyn Nets guard Allen Crabbe (33) during the first quarter at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports (Reuters) – B... More »

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Warriors rolling along despite loss of key players

Dec 4, 2017- New Orleans, LA, USA- Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) drives past New Orleans Pelicans center Omer Asik (3) during the second quarter at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports (Reuters) – The l... More »

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James takes another shot at Trump during Washington visit

Dec 17, 2017- Washington, DC, USA- Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) wears Equality shoes against the Washington Wizards during the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports (Reuters) – LeBron James used a visit... More »

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NFL rallies around protesting players denounced by Trump

NFL teams staged a show of solidarity with protesting players before Sunday's games by kneeling, linking arms or staying off the field during the U.S. national anthem, defying President Donald Trump's call for owners to fire those who refuse to stand. More »

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Trump renews clash with U.S. sports world

President Donald Trump renewed his spat with the sports world on Sunday, again calling for National Football League owners to fire players who protest during the U.S. national anthem. More »

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Heat waive Bosh, plan to retire his jersey number

FILE PHOTO – Feb 3, 2016- Dallas, TX, USA- Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh (1) makes a jump shot against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Heat defeat the Mavericks 93-90. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sp... More »

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Lakers great Magic Johnson picks successor in Lonzo Ball

Jun 22, 2017- Brooklyn, NY, USA- Lonzo Ball (UCLA) is interviewed after being introduced as the number two overall pick to the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports Magic ... More »

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Sixers take Fultz with top pick of youthful Draft

Jun 22, 2017- Brooklyn, NY, USA- NBA prospects pose for a group photo with NBA commissioner Adam Silver before the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports The Philadelphia 76ers selected University o... More »

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List of top NBA Draft picks

Jun 22, 2017- Brooklyn, NY, USA- General view of the stage before the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports List of first overall picks in the NBA Draft (year, player, NBA team): More »

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Knicks pick caps crazy week for France`s Ntilikina

Jun 22, 2017- Brooklyn, NY, USA- Frank Ntilikina of France is introduced as the number eight overall pick to the New York Knicks in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports Frank Ntilikina jetted ... More »

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Jordan Olympic shoes sell for record $190,373

Dec 23, 2016- Charlotte, NC, USA- Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan yells at an official in the second half against the Chicago Bulls at Spectrum Center. The Hornets defeated the Bulls 103-91. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports (The Sports ... More »

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Warriors top Cavaliers to move one win from perfection

Jun 7, 2017- Cleveland, OH, USA- Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35, left) celebrates with guard Stephen Curry (30) against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the fourth quarter in game three of the 2017 NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Cre... More »

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NBA: Cavaliers weigh moving Shumpert into starting lineup

Jun 4, 2017- Oakland, CA, USA- Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) shoots against Golden State Warriors forward David West (3) during the second half in game two of the 2017 NBA Finals at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada (The Sports Xchange) ... More »

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Warriors in big comeback beat Spurs 113-111 in Game One

May 14, 2017- Oakland, CA, USA- Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) high fives guard Shaun Livingston (34), forward Draymond Green (23) and forward Kevin Durant (35) after a basket against the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter in game one ... More »

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Highlights of Sunday`s NBA games

Apr 23, 2017- Indianapolis, IN, USA- Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) battles for a rebound against Indiana Pacers forward Thaddeus Young (21) and guard Jeff Teague (44) in game four of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Bankers Life Fiel... More »

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Warriors coach Kerr ill, may miss remainder of playoffs

Mar 11, 2017- San Antonio, TX, USA- Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr watches from the sidelines during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports (The Sports Xchange) – Golden State Warr... More »

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James scores 33 as Cavaliers sweep Pacers

Apr 23, 2017- Indianapolis, IN, USA- Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) is guarded by Indiana Pacers guard Jeff Teague (44) in game four of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TOD... More »

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Elder statesmen stay relevant in ever-changing NBA

Mar 16, 2017- Atlanta, GA, USA- Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Carter (15) dives for a loose ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports The NBA’s regular season may have drawn to a close ... More »

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Highlights of Tuesday`s NBA games

Apr 11, 2017- Atlanta, GA, USA- Atlanta Hawks center Dwight Howard (8) dunks against the Charlotte Hornets in the first half at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports (The Sports Xchange) – Highlights of Tuesday’s National Basketball Ass... More »

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Knee injury sidelines Knicks` Rose for remainder of season

Mar 27, 2017- New York, NY, USA- New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (25) drives to the basket against the Detroit Pistons during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports (The Sports Xchange) – New York Knicks poi... More »

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Latvian Porzingis is Knicks` best hope of bright future

Mar 5, 2017- New York, NY, USA- New York Knicks power forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) during warmups before a game against the Golden State Warriors at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports If the New York Knicks are the NBA’s st... More »

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NBA`s Chris Paul, other celebrity athletes, invest for a cause

FILE PHOTO — March 11, 2016- Los Angeles, CA, USA- Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) moves the ball up court against New York Knicks during the second half at Staples Center. Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo Giving back to their communities ... More »

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NBA`s Chris Paul, other celebrity athletes, invest for an impact

FILE PHOTO — March 11, 2016- Los Angeles, CA, USA- Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) moves the ball up court against New York Knicks during the second half at Staples Center. Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo Giving back to their communities ... More »

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Villanova, Kansas, North Carolina, Gonzaga top NCAA seeds

Mar 11, 2017- New York, NY, USA- Villanova Wildcats head coach Jay Wright hands the championship trophy to his players after defeating the Creighton Bluejays in the Big East Conference Tournament final game at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hung... More »

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Pelicans` Cousins-Davis pairing looking to buck trend

Mar 3, 2017- New Orleans, LA, USA- New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) celebrates with forward DeMarcus Cousins (0) after a basket during the second half of a game against the San Antonio Spurs at the Smoothie King Center. The Spurs defeated the Pe... More »

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Bogut agrees to sign with Cavaliers: reports

2016 Rio Olympics – Basketball – Preliminary – Men’s Preliminary Round Group A Australia v Venezuela – Carioca Arena 1 – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – 14/08/2016. Andrew Bogut (AUS) of Australia passes from the floor as Miguel Ruiz (VEN) of Venezuela rises. REUTERS... More »

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Warriors` Durant exits game with hyperextended knee

Feb 28, 2017- Washington, DC, USA- Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) holds his knee after being injured against the Washington Wizards in the first quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports Former NBA Most Valuable... More »

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NBA trailblazer Yao elected CBA president

Basketball – NBA Global Games – Shanghai, China – 09/10/16. Houston Rockets v New Orleans Pelicans Former Houston Rockets player Yao Ming is seen. REUTERS/Aly Song Former Houston Rockets center Yao Ming was elected president of the Chinese Basketball Associati... More »

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Lakers trade guard Williams to Rockets

Feb 14, 2017- Los Angeles, CA, USA- Los Angeles Lakers guard Lou Williams (23) moves to the basket against Sacramento Kings forward Anthony Tolliver (43) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports The Los Angeles Lake... More »

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Divac says Kings traded Cousins after better offer

Feb 14, 2017- Los Angeles, CA, USA- Sacramento Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins (15) moves the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Sacramento Kings general manager Vlade Divac... More »

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Cousins in blockbuster trade from Kings to Pelicans

Feb 14, 2017- Los Angeles, CA, USA- Sacramento Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins (15) moves the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports (The Sports Xchange) – The Sacramento Kings ... More »

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Commissioner, Jordan mediate in Oakley row

Jan 12, 2017- London, United Kingdom- NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks at a press conference before a NBA game between the Indiana Pacers and the Denver Nuggets at the O2 Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Flynn-USA TODAY Sports NBA commissioner Adam Silver and... More »

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NBA: Knicks end tumultuous week with win over cold-shooting Spurs

Feb 12, 2017- New York, NY, USA- New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (25) drives to the basket past San Antonio Spurs forward David Lee (10) during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports (The Sports Xchange) – T... More »

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Oakley arrested at Knicks game after altercation

Feb 8, 2017- New York, NY, USA- New York Knicks former player Charles Oakley (center) is removed from his seat by security as fans and the Knicks bench watch during the first quarter between the New York Knicks and the Los Angeles Clippers at Madison Square Ga... More »

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Blazers` Turner fractures right hand

Feb 7, 2017- Dallas, TX, USA- Portland Trail Blazers guard Evan Turner (1) warms up prior to the game against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports Portland Trail Blazers swingman Evan Turner brok... More »

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Heated exchange with Durant a tactic, says Green

Feb 4, 2017- Sacramento, CA, USA- Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) argues with forward Draymond Green (23) during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. The Kings won 109-106 in OT. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-US... More »

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Kings` Cousins faces suspension after 16th technical foul

Feb 6, 2017- Sacramento, CA, USA- Sacramento Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins (15) and forward Anthony Tolliver (43) celebrate after scoring against the Chicago Bulls during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Sacramento Kings ... More »

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Ex-NBA star Rodman gets three years probation on driving charges

FILE PHOTO: Former NBA basketball player Dennis Rodman speaks to the media after returning from his trip to North Korea at Beijing airport, December 23, 2013. REUTERS/Jason Lee/File Photo Former pro basketball star Dennis Rodman pleaded guilty and was sentence... More »

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James reaches milestone for Cavs in win over Thunder

Jan 27, 2017- Cleveland, OH, USA- Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) drives to the basket against as Brooklyn Nets forward Luis Scola (4) defends during the second half at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavs won 124-116. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TO... More »

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Harden`s triple-double leads Rockets past Nets

Jan 15, 2017- Brooklyn, NY, USA- Brooklyn Nets guard Sean Kilpatrick (6) goes up for a shot against Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) during the second half at Barclays Center. The Rockets won 137-112. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports Eric ... More »

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Westbrook, Thunder breeze past shorthanded Bulls

Jan 9, 2017- Chicago, IL, USA- Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) celebrates during the first quarter of the game against the Chicago Bulls at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Caylor Arnold-USA TODAY Sports (The Sports Xchange) – The anticipated... More »

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Knicks` Rose a no-show for game against Pelicans

Jan 7, 2017- Indianapolis, IN, USA- New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (25) dribbles the ball in the first half of the game against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. The Indiana Pacers beat the New York Knicks 123-109.Mandatory Credit: Trevor Rusz... More »

Bogut called for flagrant foul on Harden as tempers flare

Dec 27, 2016- Dallas, TX, USA- Houston Rockets guard Tyler Ennis (6) shoots as Dallas Mavericks forward Nicolas Brussino (9) and forward Dwight Powell (7) defend during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sport... More »

Durant slams NBA for `throwing refs under the bus`

Dec 23, 2016- Auburn Hills, MI, USA- Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) gets defended by Detroit Pistons forward Marcus Morris (13) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports Golden State W... More »

Pistons stun Cavs to ease out of slump

Dec 26, 2016- Auburn Hills, MI, USA- Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kay Felder (20) dribbles the ball as Detroit Pistons center Aron Baynes (12) defends during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports AUBURN HI... More »

Big Three return but Cavaliers given fright by lowly Lakers

Dec 17, 2016- Cleveland, OH, USA- Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson (6) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love (0) during the first half at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavs won 119-108. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Spo... More »

Aldridge leads Spurs past Pelicans

Dec 18, 2016- San Antonio, TX, USA- San Antonio Spurs center Pau Gasol (16) and forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) knock the ball away from New Orleans Pelicans center Alexis Ajinca (42) during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY ... More »

Bizarre finish has Raptors crying foul after loss to Kings

Nov 20, 2016- Sacramento, CA, USA- Toronto Raptors forward Terrence Ross (31) throwing his mouthguard into the stands after his game tying shot is ruled to be after time had expired against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center the Sacramento Kings defeated ... More »

China`s richest man serves up global badminton deal

Wang Jianlin, chairman of the Wanda Group, speaks during an interview in Beijing, China, August 23, 2016. Picture taken August 23, 2016. To match Exclusive DALIANWANDA-CHAIRMAN/ REUTERS/Thomas Peter China’s Dalian Wanda Group, controlled by the country’s riche... More »

Basketball: U.S. on top after nervy win over France

By Steve Keating | RIO DE JANEIRO RIO DE JANEIRO The U.S. men’s basketball team closed out pool play with an unbeaten record but a nervy 100-97 win over France on Sunday confirmed that getting to the top step of the Olympic podium will not be an easy climb. “P... More »

Curry returns as Warriors take 3-1 lead over Trail Blazers

(The Sports Xchange) – Stephen Curry scored 17 of his 40 points in overtime as the Golden State Warriors rallied for a 132-125 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday at the Moda Center. The Warriors grabbed a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven Western Co... More »

Wade guides Heat to overtime win that evens series

(The Sports Xchange) – Through four games of the Eastern Conference semi-final series between the Miami Heat and the Toronto Raptors, three went to overtime. That includes Monday’s game in which Dwyane Wade scored 30 points as the Heat earned a 94-87 win at Am... More »

Rebuilding Lakers part ways with coach Scott

The Los Angeles Lakers fired coach Byron Scott on Sunday after he oversaw the two worst seasons in franchise history, clearing the way for a continued rebuild after the retirement of all-time great Kobe Bryant. “We would like to thank Byron for his hard work, ... More »

Cavs edge Pistons to complete sweep

(The Sports Xchange) – Kyrie Irving is off to a great start in his effort to make up for lost time in the playoffs. A year after missing five games in the NBA Finals and two in the Eastern Conference finals with a knee injury and leaving people wondering what ... More »

Celtics rally to beat Hawks, square series

(The Sports Xchange) – Evan Turner called Boston Celtics teammate Marcus Smart the best player on the court on Sunday at TD Garden. He probably was right — and this was in a game that saw Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap go off for 45 points. Smart scored 20... More »

Paul scores 28 as Clippers beat Trail Blazers

(The Sports Xchange) – Chris Paul scored 28 points, dished out 11 assists and grabbed six rebounds, leading the Los Angeles Clippers to a 115-95 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 1 of a Western Conference quarterfinal playoff series Sunday night ... More »

Spurs dominate Grizzles in opener

(The Sports Xchange) – Defense carried San Antonio to the second-best record in the NBA this season but it’s likely to be the Spurs’ ability to get the most out of their offensive opportunities that will be the key for a push for a sixth championship since 199... More »

Deng, Heat overpower Hornets in opener

(The Sports Xchange) – Luol Deng will have pleasant memories of his first playoff game with the Miami Heat. Deng scored 31 points as the Heat routed the Charlotte Hornets 123-91 Sunday in Game 1 of the teams’ first-round Eastern Conference playoff series. Deng... More »