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37-Year-Old Kyle Korver Comes Up Huge in Game 4
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 13:25
Korver finished with 14 points on 4-of-7 shooting. The post 37-Year-Old Kyle Korver Comes Up Huge in Game 4 appeared first on SLAMonline.
Dikembe Mutombo to Receive Sager Strong Award at 2018 NBA Awards Ceremony
Sports Illustrated - 22 May 2018 17:01
Dikembe Mutombo will join Monty Williams as the only recipients of the honor.
The Rockets May Need to Ride the Tuckwagon to Success Against the Warriors
Sports Illustrated - 22 May 2018 16:48
After getting run off the court in Game 3, it may be time for the Rockets to lean on its second-most used lineup, the Tuckwagon.
Korver leaves little on table as key 'other Cav'
ESPN - 22 May 2018 14:12
Kyle Korver was the surprise star of Game 4 for the Cavs, scoring 14 points off the bench and blocking a game-high three shots. But a third-quarter play in which he dove onto the floor for a loose ball was the defining m...
Cavaliers 111, Celtics 102: LeBron James Gets Highlight-Reel Support as Cavaliers Crush Celtics
The New York Times - 22 May 2018 05:19
James performed the bulk of the work in a Game 4 win on Monday, but Kevin Love and Kyle Korver had big moments as Cleveland evened the series.
D'Antoni Says Nash Could Have Been More Dominant
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 22:41
Mike D’Antoni says that two-time MVP Steve Nash could have been even more dominant with the Suns if he played with a shoot-first mentality. In a story by ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, D’Antoni said Nash “could have averag...
McCollum: Cavs 'One of the Worst Defensive Teams I've Ever Played Against'
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 22:07
Blazers guard CJ McCollum says this season’s Cleveland Cavaliers are “one of the worst defensive teams I’ve ever played against.” On the latest episode of the Pull Up podcast, McCollum partially blamed Cleveland�...
Iguodala upgraded to questionable for Game 4
ESPN - 22 May 2018 21:50
Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala has been upgraded to questionable for Game 4 against the Houston Rockets.
How to Watch Warriors vs. Rockets: Game 4 Time, Live Stream, TV Channel
Sports Illustrated - 22 May 2018 21:17
How to watch Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals between the Warriors and Rockets.
Olynyk explains what you need in the NBA now. And the Heat needs more of it.
Miami Herald - 22 May 2018 21:06
A six-pack of Heat notes on a Tuesday: Everybody knows that you generally need a star -- if not multiple stars - to win significantly in the NBA. But …
Mitchell, Simmons Voted Unanimous All-Rookie First Teamers
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 20:36
Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell and Sixers guard Ben Simmons were voted as unanimous NBA All-Rookie First Team selections, the NBA announced on Tuesday. Celtics wing Jayson Tatum would have been unanimous First-Team, if not ...
Scottie Pippen: LeBron-Jordan Comparison 'Unfair'
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 19:55
"LeBron plays in a different role than what Michael was as a player." The post Scottie Pippen: LeBron-Jordan Comparison ‘Unfair’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Trae Young: Sixers 'Interested in Me'
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 19:45
Mock drafts have Orlando selecting Young sixth overall. The post Trae Young: Sixers ‘Interested in Me’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Blazers Discussed 'Big Trade' Last Summer
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 18:20
Blazers president Neil Olshey says Portland was involved in a “big trade” last summer that would have conveyed multiple draft picks to the other team. While guesting on the Dwight & Aaron show, Olshey added that he d...
Clint Capela 'Not Really Worried' About Stephen Curry's Game 3 Explosion
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 14:55
Steph had his long-awaited detonation. The post Clint Capela ‘Not Really Worried’ About Stephen Curry’s Game 3 Explosion appeared first on SLAMonline.
Alvin Gentry: Pelicans 'Obviously' Want to Re-Sign DeMarcus Cousins
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 14:25
Boogie is an unrestricted free agent this summer. The post Alvin Gentry: Pelicans ‘Obviously’ Want to Re-Sign DeMarcus Cousins appeared first on SLAMonline.
Tristan Thompson Relishing Matchup With Al Horford
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 13:55
TT is attempting to lock down Horford. The post Tristan Thompson Relishing Matchup With Al Horford appeared first on SLAMonline.
LeBron James Drops 44 Points on the Celtics in Game 4
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 12:55
King James now has six 40-point games in these playoffs. The post LeBron James Drops 44 Points on the Celtics in Game 4 appeared first on SLAMonline.
Warriors' Kerr wins Rudy Tomjanovich Award
ESPN - 22 May 2018 06:41
Golden State's Steve Kerr has won the Rudy Tomjanovich Award, given to an NBA coach in recognition of his cooperation with media and fans as well as excellence on the court.
Post Up: Cavs Even Up Series Behind LeBron's 44 Points
SLAMonline - 22 May 2018 06:05
Cavaliers 111, Celtics 102 (Tied 2-2) Tristan Thompson hit a layup 4:29 into the first quarter to give Cleveland a one-point lead and the Cavaliers never looked back, racing out to a lead that grew as large as 19 en rout...
LeBron passes Kareem to set playoff FG record
ESPN - 22 May 2018 05:08
With his sixth field goal Monday night, LeBron James passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (2,356) to become the NBA's all-time leader in made postseason field goals.
Steph Curry and Warriors are becoming team NBA fans love to hate
NY Daily News - 22 May 2018 02:48
First, Stephen Curry gave us the shimmy and then followed it with a slur. The All-American kid from next door isn't so innocent anymore.