Basketball News
Struggling Cavaliers hand 76ers first home loss
ESPN - 24 Nov 2018 06:53
Jordan Clarkson scored 14 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter, Rodney Hood had 25 points, and the Cleveland Cavaliers stunned Philadelphia 121-112 on Friday night, snapping the 76ers' perfect home record.
NBA change will impact Heat - potentially in a good way - if Miami misses playoffs
Miami Herald - 24 Nov 2018 16:25
If the Heat doesn't turn this around and finishes the season in the range of where it stands now - with the NBA's seventh-worst record - here's the bright side: …
Durant: Wins will always take work for Warriors
ESPN - 24 Nov 2018 09:32
Kevin Durant, after Golden State's win over Portland snapped the first four-game losing streak of the Steve Kerr era, said the Warriors still have to play with "passion and energy" to extend their success.
Knicks Beat the Pelicans, Getting Big Games From Mudiay and Trier
The New York Times - 24 Nov 2018 06:09
The Knicks rallied in the fourth quarter for the win.
Sources: Suspension done, Bucks' Meeks waived
ESPN - 24 Nov 2018 20:45
Jodie Meeks, who completes his 19-game suspension Saturday night, will be waived by the Bucks, sources tell ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
Kyrie Irving Hopes to Retire in Early-to-Mid-30s
SLAMonline - 24 Nov 2018 18:50
During Friday morning’s shootaround, Celtics point guard Kyrie Irving told reporters that he hopes to retire from basketball in his early-to-mid-30s, per ESPN’s Tim Bontemps: “Once I’m done with this, hopefully i...
What has been the one constant for the Heat this season? An ever-changing rotation
Miami Herald - 24 Nov 2018 18:31
It's been an eventful start to the season for the Heat. Through the first 18 games, Miami (7-11) has used eight different starting lineups. Some of that's because coach Erik …
Report: Joakim Noah, Memphis Grizzlies Expected to Agree to Deal
SLAMonline - 24 Nov 2018 17:07
Big man Joakim Noah and the Memphis Grizzlies are expected to come to terms on a deal late next week, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania: Sources on @TheAthleticNBA @WatchStadium: Joakim Noah and the Memphis Gr...
LeBron says Lonzo realizing 'how great he is'
ESPN - 24 Nov 2018 10:08
LeBron James says Lonzo Ball, whose decision-making and active defense in the fourth quarter Friday night helped lift the Lakers past the Jazz, is starting to realize his potential on the floor.
Post Up: Jamal Crawford Hits Game-Winner in Suns Win
SLAMonline - 24 Nov 2018 08:26
Suns 116 (4-14), Bucks 114 (13-5) When the time came, Jamal Crawford stepped up to the occasion. With the clocking running down Crawford pulled up and drained the go-ahead bucket with just 0.8 seconds left. Devin Booker ...
Five takeaways: Josh Richardson to the rescue ... again in Heat's win over the Bulls
Miami Herald - 24 Nov 2018 07:33
Five takeaways from the Miami Heat's 103-96 win over the Chicago Bulls (5-14) on Friday at the United Center, a victory that snapped Miami's three-game losing skid. 1. Josh Richardson …
Josh Richardson speaks after helping Heat close out Bulls
Miami Herald - 24 Nov 2018 07:32
Josh Richardson speaks after helping the Heat close out the Bulls with 12 points in the fourth quarter. …
Heat holds on for much-needed win over Bulls to snap three-game losing skid
Miami Herald - 24 Nov 2018 05:27
What's a Miami Heat game without some drama? Even in a game Miami (7-11) led by as many as 26 points, Chicago (5-14) put together a comeback to make things …