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Donovan Mitchell Says He's Facing Tougher Defense in Year 2
SLAMonline - 22 Oct 2018 13:00
"Yeah, 100 percent." The post Donovan Mitchell Says He’s Facing Tougher Defense in Year 2 appeared first on SLAMonline.
Paul Pierce 'Not Surprised at All' By Chris Paul-Rondo Fight
SLAMonline - 22 Oct 2018 13:00
Long-standing beef. The post Paul Pierce ‘Not Surprised at All’ By Chris Paul-Rondo Fight appeared first on SLAMonline.
Iman Shumpert scores 26, Kings beat Thunder
InsideHoops - 22 Oct 2018 10:20
Many of you forgot about Iman Shumpert. Like, sure, you remember that he exists as a person and that he plays basketball. But how recent are your memories of him on the court? And did you know what team he’s on right n...
NBA fight suspensions for Brandon Ingram, Rajon Rondo and Chris Paul
InsideHoops - 22 Oct 2018 01:26
Los Angeles Lakers forward Brandon Ingram has been suspended four games without pay, Lakers guard Rajon Rondo has been suspended three games without pay, and Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul has been suspended two games ...
NBA Announces Suspensions for Rockets vs Lakers Fight
SLAMonline - 22 Oct 2018 00:51
Spicy Hours have been going nonstop since last night’s fight between the Lakers and Rockets. For their involvement in the brawl that took place at Staples Center, Brandon Ingram, Rajon Rondo and Chris Paul have all bee...
Lakers' Ingram expected longer suspension
ESPN - 22 Oct 2018 22:48
Lakers forward Brandon Ingram said he expected a longer suspension than four games for his role in a brawl Saturday.
How the Pistons learned to stop thinking and start playing
ESPN - 22 Oct 2018 22:47
From a free-flowing style to an Andre Drummond overhaul, coach of the year Dwane Casey is changing everything -- including the outlook -- in Detroit.
Brandon Ingram Speaks on Lakers-Rockets Brawl
SLAMonline - 22 Oct 2018 22:42
At shootaround on Monday, Brandon Ingram spoke to the media about his role in the Lakers-Rockets brawl this past weekend. Ingram was suspended 4 games for instigating the altercation by pushing James Harden, arguing with...
Source: Barton needs hip surgery, out 5-6 weeks
ESPN - 22 Oct 2018 22:08
Nuggets guard Will Barton will have surgery Tuesday on his right hip area to repair the adductor muscle and is expected to be out five to six weeks, a source told ESPN's Marc Spears.
Tracking Every Sneaker PJ Tucker Has Worn in the 2018-19 Season
SLAMonline - 22 Oct 2018 21:51
PJ Tucker‘s reign as the NBA’s Sneaker King is absolute. There’s nobody touching his collection. It’s been that way for a few years now, too. Tucker went crazy last season, playing in 106 different pairs. Keep up...
Draymond Green: 'Defense Isn't Really an Emphasis Anymore in This League'
SLAMonline - 22 Oct 2018 21:10
Draymond Green says the NBA no longer emphasizes defensive play. Green told reporters Sunday night that fouls are being “called pretty tight” following the Golden State Warriors’ first defeat of the season, a 100-9...
Empower the Future: A New Sports Hijab Is Enabling Muslim Girls to Hoop
SLAMonline - 22 Oct 2018 20:58
American Muslims are more visible than ever in our current United States, which is quite ironic in the midst of a political climate trying to erase their existence and contributions in the Land of the Free. In recent yea...
The Heat has lineup questions with injuries and depth. This player isn't one of them
Miami Herald - 22 Oct 2018 20:43
There has been talk this season about the Miami Heat's uncertainties. Injuries have kept four rotation players out while young players such as Josh Richardson, Rodney McGruder and Derrick Jones …
Mike D'Antoni: Chris Paul Suspension for Rajon Rondo Fight Unfair
SLAMonline - 22 Oct 2018 12:55
"But what is he supposed to do? Stand there and get spit on?" The post Mike D’Antoni: Chris Paul Suspension for Rajon Rondo Fight Unfair appeared first on SLAMonline.
Bulls sign Shaquille Harrison, waive Omer Asik
InsideHoops - 22 Oct 2018 09:05
The Chicago Bulls have signed guard Shaquille Harrison. And in a preceding move, the Bulls waived center Omer Asik. Harrison (6-4, 190) was waived by the Phoenix Suns on Oct. 15, 2018. He played in four games (three star...
Post Up: Garry Harris Leads the Nuggets to Mile High Win Over Warriors
SLAMonline - 22 Oct 2018 05:30
Nuggets 100 (3-0), Warriors 98 (2-1) Gary Harris caught fire in this one, registering 28 points, hitting tough shots all game. Nikola Jokic also put up big numbers, finishing with 23 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Be...
On Pro Basketball: N.B.A. Soft-Pedals Suspensions for Lakers and Rockets' Fistfight
The New York Times - 22 Oct 2018 04:34
Almost doubling the penalty for Chris Paul, Rajon Rondo and Brandon Ingram would make it a fair punishment.
Westbrook debuts for OKC after knee surgery
ESPN - 22 Oct 2018 00:50
The 0-2 Oklahoma City Thunder welcomed back former MVP Russell Westbrook on Sunday against the Sacramento Kings.