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The latest updates on Kevin Love's ankle injury
Kevin Love went back to the locker room in the first quarter of Game 3 against the Celtics with an ankle injury.
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Boomers ushering in next generation, headlined by Daniels & Giddey
As the Australian Boomers look to add a second major international medal to their trophy case, there are plenty of fresh faces ready to make their mark on the national team.
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Murray drawing Jordan, Iverson comparisons after Game 2 clinic
Jamal Murray scored 23 of his game-high 37 points in the fourth quarter, to lead the Nuggets to a 108-103 win over the Lakers in Game 2.
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Revisiting Rui Hachimura's trade from Wizards to Lakers
Rui Hachimura arrived in Los Angeles after a trade from the Washington Wizards, and now the 25-year-old forward is proving to be a crucial piece in the Lakers' playoff run.
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Butler expected Heat playoff run: 'Damn right I did'
While the NBA world might be surprised by the Heat's march to the Conference Finals, Jimmy Butler told reporters after Game 1, this is exactly where he thought they'd be.
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NBA stars react to Jimmy Butler's dominant Game 1 vs. Celtics
Jimmy Butler willed the Heat to a stunning Game 1 victory over the Celtics as the Heat have stolen home court advantage in the Eastern Conference Finals.
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KCP compares Jokic to LeBron: 'The only difference is that Bron can jump higher'
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has played with both Nikola Jokic and LeBron James and says there's plenty of similarities between the pair.
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Draymond Green acknowledges punching Jordan Poole negatively impacted Warriors season
During an ESPN broadcast of Game 1, Draymond Green discussed the incident with Stephen A. Smith and the impact it had on the Warriors' season.
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Everything you need to know about the remake of White Men Can't Jump
Rapper Jack Harlow stars in the remake of the classic 1992 sports comedy White Men Can't Jump, which is set to be released this month. Here's everything you need to know about the film.
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How to stream Michael Jordan, Nike film AIR: Courting A Legend
After a successful run at the box office, 'AIR: Courting A Legend' is now available to stream online. Here's everything you need to know.
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There's more to Joel Embiid's viral Game 7 quote than meets the eye
Widen the lens to add the full context of Embiid's quote and you'll recognize there's more to his words than what meets the eye.
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NBA Twitter reacts to Tatum's Game 7 heroics, 76ers collapse
Jayson Tatum set the record for most points in Game 7, scoring 51 to lead the Celtics past the 76ers.
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JaMychal Green trolls LeBron James over flopping comments
Jamychal Green took to Instagram to respond to LeBron James' comments on the Lakers' perceived flopping during Game 4.
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Durant heaps praise on Jokic: 'He'll go down as one of the all-time great centers'
Following another dominant display from Nikola Jokic in Game 6, Suns star Kevin Durant had nothing but praise for the Nuggets center.
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NBA Twitter reacts to Lonnie Walker IV's clutch performance
Lonnie Walker IV was the hero in Game 4, dropping all 15 of his points in the fourth quarter to help the Lakers secure a 104-101 win over the Warriors.
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How Warriors collapsed in Game 4 vs. Lakers
Ultimately, Game 4 came down to execution, with the Warriors having several chances to take the lead.
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Julius Randle left frustrated after fouling out of Game 4 vs. Heat
Julius Randle fouled out of Monday night's Game 4 with 3:08 remaining in the game.
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Booker is making playoff history, keeping Suns' championship hopes alive
After going down 2-0 to the Nuggets, the Suns have clawed their way back into their Western Conference Semifinal series, thanks largely to the play of Devin Booker.
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Knicks' Jalen Brunson 'may have tweaked' ankle in Game 3 vs. Heat
Jalen Brunson has been battling injuries throughout the 2023 postseason.
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Darvin Ham credits Draymond Green's defense for Anthony Davis' quiet Game 2
After Anthony Davis monster Game 1 performance, Warriors star Draymond Green took the defensive assignment personally in Thursday's Game 2 win.
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The largest margin of victory in an NBA Playoff game is...
An NBA Playoffs game has been decided by 50 or more points just four times, with the most recent coming in 2009.
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Brogdon lights up from 3 as Celtics level series
With Jayson Tatum battling foul trouble, Malcolm Brogdon stepped up in the third quarter to power the Celtics to a Game 2 win in Boston.
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Anthony Davis' dominant night propels LA to Game 1 win
The Lakers stole home-court advantage with a thrilling 117-112 win at the Chase Center on Tuesday night.
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Can the Suns come back from down 2-0 vs. Nuggets?
Only 7.4% of teams to trail 2-0 in a best-of-7 series have come back to win. Can the Suns claw their way back against the Nuggets?
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James Harden makes confident claim after Sixers' Game 1 win
While Joel Embiid's status moving forward is unclear, James Harden is confident in his team's chances.
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Green says vets deserve more respect: 'Stop trying to turn the page on us'
"This series against the Lakers is going to be epic," Green said after the Warriors' Game 7 win over the Kings.
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Giannis on Butler: 'I wish I could've guarded him more'
Antetoukounmpo cut a frustrated figure following Game 5, as the Bucks' season came to an end in the first round of the postseason.
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Why didn't Mike Budenholzer use his timeouts late in Game 5?
The No. 1-seeded Bucks' season came to a dramatic end as the Heat eliminated them in five games, with many questioning Mike Budenholzer's decision making.
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Preview: Knicks and Heat rivalry renewed in East Semifinals
The Sporting News previews the Eastern Conference Semifinals matchup between the Knicks and Heat.
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How 'Bing Bong' has swept NYC to become Knicks' rallying cry
Bing Bong has become the New York fans' favorite rallying cry for the Knicks, but where did it start?
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Dejounte Murray suspended for Game 5 after bumping into referee
As the final buzzer sounded on Game 4, Hawks guard Dejounte Murray was seen confronting official Gediminas Petraitis. His actions have resulted in a suspension for Game 5.
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Devin Booker matches Charles Barkley's Suns record in Game 3
Devin Booker recorded his fifth 40-point playoff game, matching Charles Barkley's franchise record.
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Dillon Brooks trolls LeBron during heated Game 2: 'I don't care, he's old'
The trash talk was flying at FedEx Forum as Dillon Brooks and LeBron James got into it during the Grizzlies' Game 2 win.
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Charles Barkley rips Karl-Anthony Towns for poor playoff performances
Karl-Anthony Towns again failed to make an impact in the Timberwolves' playoff series with the Nuggets. Now, Minnesota faces a 2-0 series deficit.
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WATCH: Jamal Murray chronicles his comeback from injury in new documentary
Two years on from suffering a torn ACL, Jamal Murray has worked his way back to his best, helping the Nuggets establish themselves as championship contenders.
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Paul undergoes X-ray on hand following Game 2
Paul appeared to be in some discomfort in the fourth quarter, undergoing an X-ray on his right hand post-game.
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Draymond ejected from Game 2 after stomping on Domantas Sabonis
Draymond Green's night came to an early close after he was ejected with 7:03 remaining in the fourth quarter.
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Why was Julius Randle still on the court at the end of Game 2?
With the Knicks trailing by 23 points and roughly two minutes left on the clock, Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau left Julius Randle, along with fellow starters Jalen Brunson and RJ Barrett, in the game.
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Giddey commits for World Cup: I’ve always dreamed of playing for the Boomers'
Josh Giddey says he'll be wearing the green and gold in the offseason as Australia looks to win their first medal at a FIBA Basketball World Cup.
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Westbrook's fourth quarter heroics help Clippers stun Suns in Game 1
Westbrook came up with multiple key plays for the Clippers down the stretch, crashing the offensive glass, blocking shots and willing his team to victory.
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Giddey ties career-high, SGA comes up clutch as Thunder edge Pelicans
The Thunder book a date with the Timberwolves for the No. 8 seed after holding off the Pelicans in the Play-In Tournament.
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Lillard hints at potential exit from Portland: 'I have a decision to make'
Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers face some tough decisions, with the All-Star guard keen for the franchise to build a contending team in the offseason.
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Lakers edge Timberwolves in OT to advance to playoffs
The Lakers needed overtime to book their spot in the playoffs, squeaking past the Timberwolves 108-102.
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Can the Kings take the fight to the experienced Warriors?
The gap in playoff experience between these two teams couldn't be wider, but do the Kings have something in store for the Warriors?
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Mystics trade Soares to Dallas Wings after selecting her with No. 4 pick
The Washington Mystics turned their No. 4 pick into two future draft picks in 2024 and 2025.
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Australian Shaneice Swain selected by LA Sparks in 2023 WNBA Draft
Shaneice Swain was the only Aussie selected in the 2023 WNBA Draft, going 14th to the LA Sparks.
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The latest news on Steven Adams' knee injury
Adams sustained a knee injury back on Jan. 22 in a loss to the Suns.
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Breaking down controversial call that left Mark Cuban, Mavs furious
The Mavericks weren't too happy with the officiating in their March 22 loss to the Warriors.
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Who is Sonny Vaccaro? Meet the man who signed Michael Jordan to Nike
Meet the man who signed Michael Jordan to Nike.
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Who is Phil Knight? Background, history of Nike founder
Phil Knight, who has been dubbed as one of the most influential people in all of sports, created Nike in 1971, turning the fledgling sportswear brand into a global powerhouse.
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How much money has Michael Jordan made from Nike?
Michael Jordan's relationship with Nike has vaulted the NBA legend into billionaire status, with his sneaker revenue dwarfing his NBA career earnings. How much has MJ made from Nike over the years? We break it down.
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Everything you need to know about the movie 'AIR: Courting a Legend'
'AIR: Courting a Legend,' the new film headlined by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, chronicles Nike's chase for the signature of a rookie Michael Jordan and how the partnership changed the basketball sneaker world forever.
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Lillard endorses Embiid for MVP: 'He’s been dominant all season long'
The 2023 MVP race is going right down to the wire, but according to Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard, Joel Embiid deserves to take home the trophy.
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Remembering the last time the Kings made the playoffs
The Kings have officially ended their 16-season playoff drought, securing their spot in the 2023 NBA Playoffs.
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Bronny James' 3-point shooting nears McDonald's All-American Game record
All 15 of Bronny's points came from behind the 3-point line in the McDonald's All-American Game.
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Is Jimmy Butler playing today vs. Raptors?
Here is everything you need to know about Raptors vs. Heat, including TV and streaming options for the game.
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Knicks pay tribute to Willis Reed in first game at MSG since his passing
The Knicks honored Willis Reed with a pregame moment of silence in their first game at Madison Square Garden since his passing.
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Why LaVar Ball thinks Bronny James should snub college basketball
Could Bronny James take his talents to the NBL? According to LaVar Ball, it's the best option for his development.
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Four NBL players who can follow Xavier Cooks to the NBA
Australia's National Basketball League is proving to be a consistent pipeline to the NBA. With Xavier Cooks being the latest star to make the move, we look around the league at who could be next.
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The latest updates on DeMar DeRozan's quad injury
DeMar DeRozan suffered a right quad strain in Wednesday's game against the 76ers and did not return to the contest.
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