Harden, Rockets rout Spurs 125-104 to tie series After fighting through a terrible chest cold for the last few days, James Harden finally felt like himself on Sunday night. "I can finally breathe," Harden said. And the Houston Rockets can, too, after his performance helped them rebound from consecutive losses […]
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Memphis coach Fizdale blasts unprofessional officiating Memphis coach Fizdale blasts unprofessional officiating:- Memphis coach David Fizdale blasted the officiating in Game 2 of the Grizzlies' first-round series against the Spurs, deeming it "unprofessional" and "unacceptable" before slamming his fist on a table and storming off. San Antonio held off a late rally […]
Bucks rookie Thon Maker leaves mark in return to Canada Bucks rookie Thon Maker leaves mark in return to Canada:- Milwaukee Bucks big man Thon Maker marked his first postseason game with a block party in familiar surroundings. The 7-foot-1 rookie wasn't worried about performing under playoff pressure against the […]
When fans see red, MLB men in blue may soon explain replays When fans see red, MLB men in blue may soon explain replays:- Adrian Gonzalez dives headfirst into home, seems to beat the tag by Cubs catcher Willson Contreras, but is called out. Safe, shout fans at Dodger Stadium […]
Blazers need more than just Lillard, McCollum vs Warriors Blazers need more than just Lillard, McCollum vs Warriors:- Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum made brilliant playoff debuts, and it still wasn't enough for Portland in Game 1 against Golden State. The Trail Blazers know that if they are going to […]
There will be big international interest in the NBA playoffs There will be big international interest in the NBA playoffs:- There will be big international interest in the NBA playoffs:- Milwaukee star Giannis Antetokounmpo returns to the playoffs in Toronto on Saturday afternoon. Except in Greece, where it'll already be […]
Stephenson antics help Pacers turn corner, make playoffs Lance Stephenson flapped his arms and screamed loudly after scoring an innocuous first-half basket Wednesday night. In some corners, fans may scowl at the sight of a journeyman bench player creating unnecessary drama. In Indiana, it's embraced as a welcome change. After five […]
Joe Johnson thriving in mentor role with youthful Jazz Joe Johnson thriving in mentor role with youthful Jazz:- Joe Johnson has been known as "Iso Joe," and was more recently dubbed "Joe Jesus" by Kevin Garnett when the two played together in Brooklyn. Johnson, a seven-time All-Star who is one […]
Crabbe has 25 points and Blazers beat Minnesota 105-98 Allen Crabbe said he just had the feeling that the shots he put up were going to fall. They did, and nearly all of them were from beyond the arc. Crabbe had 25 points, including a career-high eight 3-pointers, and the […]
Shy 1 rebound, triple-double watch for Westbrook continues Shy 1 rebound, triple-double watch for Westbrook continues:- Fans stood on their feet, urging Russell Westbrook to grab the one rebound needed to separate himself from Oscar Robertson and grab an NBA record that has stood for 55 years. Westbrook heard them. […]
