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- James Harden: Russell Westbrook's adjustment with Rockets might take 'whole year'
Sunday - 12/08/2019 - 01:17 AMJames Harden and the Rockets know it will take time for Russell Westbrook to completely adjust to things in Houston, but they're being patient.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Move over LeBron, Luka Doncic is the new face of the NBA
Friday - 12/06/2019 - 02:14 PMIn this episode of Weekly Pulse we admire the skills of one of the NBA's hottest players, Luka Doncic.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - New York Knicks coach David Fizdale, frustrated after another blowout loss, calls effort 'sickening'
Friday - 12/06/2019 - 10:48 AMThe New York Knicks were embarrassed on their home court and coach David Fizdale, on the hot seat, called the team's effort "sickening."
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - LeBron James responds to Jazz announcers' rant about his sideline celebration
Thursday - 12/05/2019 - 04:12 PMLeBron James was seen celebrating on the sideline with his shoes off on Wednesday night against the Jazz, and Utah's announcers did not like it.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Opinion: Slam dunk? NBA's botched call on James Harden basket should yield automatic review
Wednesday - 12/04/2019 - 01:40 PMIf NBA referees can check whether a shooter's foot was on the 3-point line, they should be able to check if the ball went through the hoop.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - 'Missed' dunk by James Harden proves costly in Rockets' double-OT loss to Spurs
Wednesday - 12/04/2019 - 01:23 AMJames Harden's dunk did not end up counting in a confusing moment in the fourth quarter of the Houston Rockets' loss to the San Antonio Spurs.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Bucks 132, Knicks 88: The streak hits 12 in another game that's over almost from the start
Tuesday - 12/03/2019 - 12:56 AMIf you were wondering what the gulf looks like between the best and worst team in the Eastern Conference, Monday's game painted a clear picture.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Lakers star LeBron James on the verge of even more career milestones
Monday - 12/02/2019 - 07:00 AMLeBron will climb the career scoring and assist lists to burnish a résumé that already includes three titles, four MVPs and 15 All-Star appearances.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - How Jenna Schroeder journeyed from Comerica Park bartender to NBA referee
Sunday - 12/01/2019 - 04:13 PMFormer college basketball player Jenna Schroeder started out refereeing AAU games, not knowing the path would lead to a job as an NBA referee.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Grizzlies rookie Ja Morant week-to-week with back spasms
Saturday - 11/30/2019 - 06:43 PMJa Morant experienced back spasms during Monday night's game against the Pacers, and aggravated that injury in Memphis' loss to the Jazz on Friday.
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- Giannis Antetokounmpo Bucks flex muscle with rout of Clippers for 14th straight win
Saturday - 12/07/2019 - 12:04 AMGiannis Antetokounmpo celebrated his 25th birthday with 27 points as the Bucks rolled to a 119-91 rout of the Clippers for their 14th straight win.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Opinion: Knicks in endless cycle of dysfunction and firing David Fizdale won't end it
Friday - 12/06/2019 - 05:56 PMJust because the New York Knicks fired coach David Fizdale doesn't mean their problems are solved. No, the issues go much deeper than coaching.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - New potential rules changes in the NBA
Thursday - 12/05/2019 - 03:01 PMUSA TODAY Sports' Jeff Zillgitt breaks down the new potential rules changes in the NBA.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - NBA hot topics: Is Giannis Antetokounmpo on repeat MVP path? Will Melo maintain momentum?
Thursday - 12/05/2019 - 12:23 PMWe examine hot topics around the NBA, including Giannis Antetokounmpo's MVP start, Carmelo Anthony's surprising return and league's proposed changes.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Opinion: Has Carmelo Anthony found the right fit with Portland Trail Blazers?
Wednesday - 12/04/2019 - 06:52 AMCarmelo Anthony, the NBA's reigning Western Conference player of the week, has rejuvenated the Portland Trail Blazers since he signed with the team.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Georgetown players accused of harassment, burglary, assault
Tuesday - 12/03/2019 - 08:13 AMThree Georgetown men's basketball players are facing restraining orders, with one accused of sexual harassment and all three accused burglary.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - The video of Giannis Antetokounmpo giving his shoes to a 17-year-old fan with Down Syndrome will make your day
Sunday - 12/01/2019 - 05:03 PMGiannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks prevailed on the court for an 11th straight win Saturday, and his generosity off the court was even more uplifting.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Lakers honor Dirk Nowitzki with tribute featuring LeBron James and Kobe Bryant
Sunday - 12/01/2019 - 11:17 PMDirk Nowitzki took in the Mavericks-Lakers game at Staples Center and was surprised when L.A. played a tribute video to the recently retired legend.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Bucks 137, Hornets 96: The Bucks won their 11th straight and there was no doubt about it
Sunday - 12/01/2019 - 12:14 AMGiannis Antetokounmpo led the way with 26 points in 20 minutes, and all 13 players who got in for the Bucks made at least one field goal.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Bucks 119, Cavaliers 110: Surviving a comeback scare
Friday - 11/29/2019 - 11:31 PMThe Bucks won 119-110 but let the Cavaliers get within three points several times in the second half after leading by 20 points at halftime.
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- Five candidates to replace fired David Fizdale as Knicks coach
Saturday - 12/07/2019 - 08:13 PMAnother new search begins for a Knicks franchise that has had a revolving door of head coaches this century. Who could be the next to fill the job?
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Who with be the 2019-20 NBA MVP?
Friday - 12/06/2019 - 01:26 PMSports Pulse: Reporter Jeff Zillgitt breaks down who is the best candidate for MVP and why.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Houston Rockets file protest over James Harden's uncounted dunk against the San Antonio Spurs
Friday - 12/06/2019 - 01:17 PMThe Rockets filed a protest with the NBA over the James Harden dunk that was not counted in the Rockets' 135-133 double overtime loss to San Antonio.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Carmelo Anthony is off to a solid start for the Blazers
Wednesday - 12/04/2019 - 11:41 AMUSA TODAY Sports' Mark Medina explains the expectations surrounding Carmelo Anthony.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - LaMelo Ball on whether he should be NBA draft No. 1 pick: 'Most definitely'
Wednesday - 12/04/2019 - 07:37 AMLaMelo Ball, currently playing with the Illawarra Hawks in the National Basketball League, thinks his name should be the first one called in June.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Kelly Oubre Jr. saves Phoenix Suns in late comeback road win over Charlotte Hornets
Tuesday - 12/03/2019 - 01:42 AMKelly Oubre Jr. refused to let Phoenix lose Monday night.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - How Luka Doncic is surprising even Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki
Monday - 12/02/2019 - 03:02 PMUSA TODAY Sports' Mark Medina spoke with Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki about the rapid growth of young star Luka Doncic.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - How Mavericks' Luka Doncic has proven even Dirk Nowitzki wrong and blossomed into a superstar
Sunday - 12/01/2019 - 09:26 PMLuka Doncic is no longer intimidated facing NBA superstars because he's become one himself, and even Dirk Nowitzki is impressed by the rapid progress.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Aron Baynes brings back Phoenix Suns' toughness, intensity after hip injury
Saturday - 11/30/2019 - 02:47 PMAron Baynes was supposed to be the Suns' backup center. But things changed, and when he got injured Phoenix desperately missed his toughness and play.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share - Should the Blazers be a candidate to acquire Andre Iguodala from the Grizzlies?
Friday - 11/29/2019 - 09:41 PMPortland has the financial flexibility to swing a deal for Andre Iguodala, and early struggles could increase urgency to bolster the roster further.
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