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Basketball News for 26 December 2017
Lessons for Heat rookie Bam Adebayo never end. 'He's a computer' Spoelstra says
Miami Herald - 26 Dec 2017 14:00
The evolution of Heat rookie Bam Adebayo never ends. The learning never stops. Saturday night, Adebayo's latest lesson took the 20-year-old Kentucky product and 14th overall pick against two of …
Spirits of St. Louis: Beal, Tatum shine in Wizards Christmas win in Boston
ESPN - 26 Dec 2017 07:33
St. Louis natives Bradley Beal and Jayson Tatum led their respective teams in scoring on Christmas.
Embiid cheers 'the process' after Christmas win
ESPN - 26 Dec 2017 01:27
Joel Embiid praised Philadelphia's improvement over the years after the 76ers defeated the Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Christmas Day -- a big win on a big day that snapped the team's five-game losing streak.
LeBron James Says Family Moments More Important Than Finals Losses
SLAMonline - 26 Dec 2017 21:22
"I'm good, I don't lose sleep anymore." The post LeBron James Says Family Moments More Important Than Finals Losses appeared first on SLAMonline.
The Fantastical Adventures of Fabulous Flournoy
The New York Times - 26 Dec 2017 21:21
He is the beating heart of British basketball and his journey has taken him from the Bronx to Buckingham Palace. And, at 44, he is still going. "In his mind, age doesn't apply."
LeBron James Says Kevin Durant Fouled Him Twice in the Closing Moments of Yesterday's Game
SLAMonline - 26 Dec 2017 21:01
The no-call cost Cleveland the game. The post LeBron James Says Kevin Durant Fouled Him Twice in the Closing Moments of Yesterday’s Game appeared first on SLAMonline.
NBA Christmas Kicks of the Night
SLAMonline - 26 Dec 2017 19:28
Twas the day of amazing Christmas kicks around the NBA. The post NBA Christmas Kicks of the Night appeared first on SLAMonline.
Heat could get another key starter back tonight versus Magic, plus other health updates
Miami Herald - 26 Dec 2017 18:57
The Miami Heat could have Hassan Whiteside back in the starting lineup when it hosts the equally banged-up and slumping Orlando Magic Tuesday night at AmericanAirlines Arena. The Heat's starting …
NBA DFS Picks for December 26
Sports Illustrated - 26 Dec 2017 16:54
The Milwaukee Bucks have a great matchup with the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday. Giannis Antetokuonmpo is the high-profile play of the day, but his teammates should step up right alongside him. Learn why a Bucks stack can car...
Post Up: Christmas Feastin'
SLAMonline - 26 Dec 2017 08:01
It was a Merry Christmas indeed for Russ and Co. The post Post Up: Christmas Feastin’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
On Pro Basketball: Warriors Amble Back Into the Spotlight and Take Down the Cavaliers
The New York Times - 26 Dec 2017 06:53
The Christmas Day showdown was sort of scruffy, with both Stephen Curry and Isaiah Thomas missing. But the result was an apt reminder that the Warriors remain No. 1.
Utah Jazz City Edition uniforms
InsideHoops - 26 Dec 2017 05:33
The Utah Jazz have released their final 2017-18 uniform design today, their "City Edition” uniforms. The team describes the design as the result of inspiration from the natural beauty and wonders of their home state. A...
Warriors 99, Cavaliers 92: Led by an Overpowering Kevin Durant, the Warriors Defeat the Cavaliers
The New York Times - 26 Dec 2017 04:32
Durant delivered a towering performance on both ends of the floor, defending LeBron James and scoring 25 points.
LeBron James, Cavs Have More Problems Against Warriors Than Late No-Calls
Sports Illustrated - 26 Dec 2017 01:23
Cleveland and Golden State's Christmas matchup featured more complaints about officiating than highlight moments.
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