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LeBron James Cleared to Return to Practice
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2019 14:04
James will sit out the Lakers' upcoming two-games road trip. The post LeBron James Cleared to Return to Practice appeared first on SLAMonline.
DeMarcus Cousins: 'We're the Most Hated Team in Sports'
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2019 13:59
"I'm back, and I'm not looking back." The post DeMarcus Cousins: ‘We’re the Most Hated Team in Sports’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
'It's Insane What He Does': Stephen Curry Drops 41 Points on the Pelicans
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2019 13:27
Curry hit nine 3-pointers. The post ‘It’s Insane What He Does’: Stephen Curry Drops 41 Points on the Pelicans appeared first on SLAMonline.
LeBron James Set to Return to Practice With Lakers Next Week
The New York Times - 17 Jan 2019 02:44
James, who has been out since Christmas Day with a groin strain, will most likely not be back in time for the Lakers' game against the Golden State Warriors on Monday.
Silver supportive of Kanter skipping London trip
ESPN - 17 Jan 2019 23:49
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said he understands why the Knicks' Enes Kanter, who fears assassination by Turkish authorities, stayed in the United States while his teammates are in London.
On his birthday, Wade offers a surprising revelation and Big Three era perspective
Miami Herald - 17 Jan 2019 23:40
Heat guard Dwyane Wade turned 37 on Thursday and while he couldn't have predicted the three NBA championships in his Hall of Fame career, there's one thing he did see …
Report: Mavericks Optimistic That They Can Reconcile with Dennis Smith Jr
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2019 23:11
The Dallas Mavericks are optimistic that they can reconcile with point guard Dennis Smith Jr and insist that they won’t trade him unless they get good value back, according to ESPN‘s Tim MacMahon: The Mavs have shopp...
Thunder's Noel set to play after clearing protocol
ESPN - 17 Jan 2019 22:46
Thunder reserve center Nerlens Noel has passed through the concussion protocol and is available for Thursday night's game against the Lakers.
Will 'One Last Dance' include one last All-Star Game for Dwyane Wade? The latest voting numbers
Miami Herald - 17 Jan 2019 22:29
One thing is for sure, a lot of fans want to see Dwyane Wade start in next month's NBA All-Star Game. In the final release of fan voting results made …
Gregg Popovich Unsure if He'll Coach Next Season
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2019 21:44
Gregg Popovich has yet to determine whether he’ll coach the San Antonio Spurs for the 2019-20 season. As his 70th birthday approaches, Gregg Popovich tells @NYTSports that he remains undecided about coaching the Spurs ...
Heat fine Waiters for rant over playing time
ESPN - 17 Jan 2019 21:36
The Miami Heat have fined Dion Waiters an undisclosed amount for publicly complaining about his lack of playing time this week.
Kevin Love Was at Dinner With LeBron James When Kyrie Irving Called to Apologize
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2019 20:36
"I was having some vino and enjoying the night when LeBron showed me the call." The post Kevin Love Was at Dinner With LeBron James When Kyrie Irving Called to Apologize appeared first on SLAMonline.
Gregg Popovich Unsure if He Will Coach the San Antonio Spurs Next Season
The New York Times - 17 Jan 2019 19:45
Popovich, who will turn 70 this month, has won five championships since he took over as head coach in 1996, but he lost his three most critical players in recent years.
Noah Farrakhan INSANE POSTER DUNK! IMG Ain't Fair!
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2019 18:10
Noah Farrakhan and IMG Academy keep dominating in style. And the poster from their latest game has to be up there for dunk of the YEAR. Peep it above. The post Noah Farrakhan INSANE POSTER DUNK! IMG Ain’t Fair! appeare...
Mailbag: There is no easy decision when it comes to managing Heat's rotation
Miami Herald - 17 Jan 2019 17:55
The weekly Miami Herald Heat mailbag is here to answer your questions. If you weren't able to ask a question this time, send your questions for future mailbags via Twitter …
'Very Frustrating': James Harden Erupts for 58 Points in Loss to Nets
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2019 12:55
"Frustrating," Harden said. "Very frustrating." The post ‘Very Frustrating’: James Harden Erupts for 58 Points in Loss to Nets appeared first on SLAMonline.
Curry makes history with three-game 3-point run
ESPN - 17 Jan 2019 10:32
Stephen Curry drained nine 3-pointers Wednesday against the Pelicans, many from far beyond the arc, to become the first player in NBA history with eight or more 3s in three straight games.
DeMarcus Cousins: 'I'm back, and I'm not looking back'
ESPN - 17 Jan 2019 08:58
In advance of his Warriors debut, the four-time All-Star sat down with ESPN's Rachel Nichols to discuss his injury, his tumultuous career and the talent overload in Oakland.
Post Up: Clutch Kyrie Lifts Celtics Over Raptors in Closing Moments
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2019 08:21
Raptors 108 (33-13), Celtics 117 (26-18) Kyrie Irving is a baaaad man. Uncle Drew took over with the game on the line, hitting several clutch shots as the Celtics secured the win over the East-leading Raptors. Kyrie fini...
Source: Wolves' Jones in boot, out several days
ESPN - 17 Jan 2019 05:57
Timberwolves guard Tyus Jones will wear a book on his sprained left ankle for several days, and his return will be considered day-to-day after that, a league source tells ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
The Heat and Ellington's representative have discussions as trade deadline approaches
Miami Herald - 17 Jan 2019 00:39
DETROIT - The agent for Heat guard Wayne Ellington has had conversations with Heat officials regarding his limited role and his future with the team, two people briefed on the …