… guard CJ McCollum (3) during the second half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports Just like Monk, McCollum is an undersized born scorer at the shooting guard position. McCollum has now averaged over 20 points …
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Frustration grows after Chicago Bulls’ poor performance in Boston
Chicago Bulls forward Jimmy Butler passes while under pressure from Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder and forward Amir Johnson in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Boston. The Chicago Bulls realize the predicament they’re in, but results like what happened Sunday in Boston make it painfully obvious.
Frustration grows after Chicago Bulls’ poor performance in Boston
Chicago Bulls forward Jimmy Butler passes while under pressure from Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder and forward Amir Johnson in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Boston. The Chicago Bulls realize the predicament they’re in, but results like what happened Sunday in Boston make it painfully obvious.
Wizards edge Trail Blazers 125-124 with controversial end
Portland Trail Blazers coach Terry Stotts and his team come out onto the court to question a call during overtime of the team’s NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards in Portland, Ore., Saturday, March 11, 2017. The Wizards won 125-124.
Spurs forward LaMarcus Aldridge out with heart arrhythmia
San Antonio Spurs forward LaMarcus Aldridge will be out indefinitely due to a minor heart arrhythmia, the latest occurrence of heart issues for the five-time All-Star. Aldridge will have further tests before the Spurs can determine just how long he will be out, the team announced on Saturday.
76ers’ Robert Covington inexplicably intentionally fouls in tie …
suffered a terribly timed gaffe by fouling C.J. McCollum with the game tied and the shot clock off. And of course McCollum made both free throws to put the Trail Blazers up two.
Kevin Durant’s injury may already be imperiling the Warriors’ title chances
… and seen their offense grind to a halt and their lead over the Spurs drop to 1.5 games. (Kelley L Cox/USA TODAY Sports) OAKLAND, Calif. – The Golden State Warriors spent the first four-plus months of this 2016-17 season on cruise control. With a …
Spurs stars Leonard, Aldridge sitting against Kings for rest
San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard is fouled by Houston Rockets guard James Harden during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, March 6, 2017, in San Antonio. San Antonio won 112-110.
Dirk Nowitzki becomes sixth player in NBA history to reach 30,000 points
Dirk Nowitzki became only the sixth NBA player to reach 30,000 points as the Dallas Mavericks triumphed 122-111 over the Los Angeles Lakers. The 38-year-old German needed 20 points to reach the milestone but finished the game with 25 as Dallas picked up their second straight home win over the Lakers.
Trail Blazers overcome Westbrook’s 58 to top Thunder 126-121
The Portland Trail Blazers overcame Russell Westbrook’s career-high 58 points to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 126-121 on Tuesday night. Allen Crabbe scored 23 points, Damian Lillard had 22 and C.J. McCollum 21 for the Trail Blazers, who won their third straight.
Seth Curry, Dirk Nowitzki lead Mavericks past Thunder, 104-89
Seth Curry scored 22 points and Dirk Nowitzki had 18 points and 12 rebounds as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-89 on Sunday night. Russell Westbrook scored 29 for the Thunder after scoring more than 40 in each of his last four games.
Curry, Nowitzki lead Mavericks past Thunder, 104-89
Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Billy Donovan, right, yells from the sidelines during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks in Dallas, Sunday, March 5, 2017. Dallas Mavericks guard Wesley Matthews passes out the ball on the floor against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Domantas Sabonis during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Sunday, March 5, 2017.
Blazers’ Davis to have shoulder surgery, likely out for year
Portland Trail Blazers forward Ed Davis will have arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder and will likely miss the rest of the season Blazers’ Davis to have shoulder surgery, likely out for year Portland Trail Blazers forward Ed Davis will have arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder and will likely miss the rest of the season Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2mbc1Wg PORTLAND, Ore. – Portland Trail Blazers forward Ed Davis will have arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder and will likely miss the rest of the season.
A slump, fatigue, and a missed opportunity
In this episode of the Locked On Nuggets podcast, I share my notes on the Denver Nuggets’ loss to the Memphis Grizzlies .
Spurs kick off rust from layoff to beat Clippers 105-97
Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin, right, reaches in on San Antonio Spurs forward LaMarcus Aldridge during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Feb. 24, 2017, in Los Angeles. The Spurs won 105-97.
Trail Blazers storm back to beat Orlando Magic, 112-103: Rapid reaction
The Portland Trail Blazers started the stretch run of the season on a positive note, storming back in the fourth quarter to beat the Orlando Magic, 112-103, on Thursday night at Amway Center. The Blazers weren’t sharp early, looking a lot like a team playing its first game in eight days, but surged ahead midway through the fourth quarter to win their first game at Orlando in four years.
Crazy Trade Idea for PF of Future
OK, I am very happy with Nurkic, and really want us to get a legit PF. THe Lakers have made it clear that everyoe but Ingram is potentially available.
When is NBA Trade Deadline 2017?
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The Nuggets have decisions to make at point guard and shooting guard
The life of a young Denver Nuggets guard has been tumultuous this season. With the steadiness of Nikola Jokic and veteran contributors like Danilo Gallinari , Kenneth Faried , Wilson Chandler , and Jameer Nelson , the variability of contribution the young guards have provided has been easy to spot.
Hawks prevail 109-104 over Trail Blazers in overtime-Image5
Once there, the Atlanta Hawks scored the final 12 points to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 109-104 on Monday night. Tim Hardaway Jr. scored 25 points while Dennis Schroder added 22 for the Hawks.
AP source: Nuggets trade Nurkic to Trail Blazers for Plumlee
The Nuggets won … The Nuggets dealt the bruising big man known as the “Bosnian Beast” to the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday for center Mason Plumlee, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the trade has not been announced.
Spurs take control at end of 1st half, beat Pistons 103-92-Image3
Kawhi Leonard scored 32 points and the San Antonio Spurs never trailed in an easy 103-92 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. San Antonio’s Dewayne Dedmon had 17 points and 17 rebounds, reaching season highs in both categories.
Spurs take control at end of 1st half, beat Pistons 103-92
Kawhi Leonard scored 32 points and the San Antonio Spurs never trailed in an easy 103-92 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. San Antonio’s Dewayne Dedmon had 17 points and 17 rebounds, reaching season highs in both categories.
Boston Celtics Thomas has 34 and Celtics beat Blazers 120-111
Thomas wound up with 34 points after a slow start, including 15 in the fourth quarter, and the Boston Celtics rebounded from a loss the previous night to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 120-111 on Thursday. “I was missing a lot of easy shots all night long.
NBA Trade Rumors: Four Teams That Should Trade For Wilson Chandler
… against the Milwaukee Bucks at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 121-117. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports Despite having arguably the best year of his career, averaging 15.4 points and 6.7 rebounds on 45 percent shooting, Wilson …
Westbrook powers Thunder past Blazers 105-99
Russell Westbrook scored 19 of his 42 points in the fourth quarter, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 105-99 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Westbrook also had eight assists and four rebounds in his eighth 40-point performance of the season.
Yogi Ferrell lights up Blazers as Mavericks win fourth straight
Yogi Ferrell lights up Blazers as Mavericks win fourth straight Ferrell, on a 10-day contract, finished with 32 points and nine 3-pointers in a 108-104 victory. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2k6daKK Mavericks guard Yogi Ferrell celebrates after hitting a shot late in the fourth quarter of the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center.
Mavericks 104, Cavs 97
Harrison Barnes scored 24 points and the last-place Dallas Mavericks knocked off a title contender for the second straight night, beating LeBron James and the Cavaliers 104-97 on Monday. Wesley Matthews had 21, and rookie point guard Yogi Ferrell scored a career-high 19 in the second game of a 10-day contract, a night after hitting clinching free throws in the final seconds of a win at Southwest Division-leading San Antonio.
Final: Lakers squander fourth-quarter lead, lose to Blazers
After having three days to rebound from a 49-point blowout loss in Dallas, the Lakers squandered a fourth-quarter lead, falling to the Portland Trail Blazers, 105-98. After trailing by as many as 14 points in the third quarter of a game they had trailed by one at halftime, the Lakers crawled back behind 11 quick points from Lou Williams, who scored a game-high 31. They pulled even at 94 on a 3-pointer by Nick Young with 6:23 left in the game, then Young gave the Lakers the lead with another 3-pointer 42 seconds later.
Nowitzki starts Mavericks toward 122-73 rout of Lakers
Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki tries to stop Los Angeles Lakers center Tarik Black from driving inside during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017, in Dallas. Los Angeles Lakers guard Jose Calderon looks to pass as Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes and Dallas Mavericks guard Seth Curry defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017, in Dallas.
Blazers C Meyers Leonard dunks on Celtics’ Mickey twice in five minutes
Portland Trail Blazers big man Meyers Leonard is an athletic young guy who has made a name for himself as a fade man off the pick-and-roll. But against the Boston Celtics on Saturday, Leonard decided to roll to the hoop instead, and it sort of worked out.
Why doesn’t Stotts…
Why wouldn’t Stotts try changing the Dame and CJ rotations? He should have Dame sub out when CJ normally does and then bring him back in with the second unit. What’s the point in keeping it the same if it isn’t working? Or he should just change it up completely.
Lottery-bound Mavs likely to make trade before deadline, and don’t Clippers need PG help now?
Deal or no deal: It’s a strong likelihood that the Mavericks will make a trade before the Feb. 23 deadline. Andrew Bogut could be one of the pieces dealt, although he needs to get healthy before anything can happen.
Stop the Presses! Game 44 (Cha) Overreactions
False. 2 blowout losses in a row can certainly raise doubts. Clearly this is a team that has lost its confidence and swagger.
Stop the Presses! Game 44 (Cha) Overreactions
False. 2 blowout losses in a row can certainly raise doubts. Clearly this is a team that has lost its confidence and swagger.
Walker, Hibbert lead Hornets past Blazers 107-85
Kemba Walker is focused on Charlotte’s record. He isn’t very interested in the All-Star game right now.
Walker, Hibbert lead Hornets past Blazers 107-85
Kemba Walker is focused on Charlotte’s record. He isn’t very interested in the All-Star game right now.
Coach Steve Clifford: Poor defense has led to Hornets’ losing streak
Hornets coach Steve Clifford points to one factor when explaining his team’s five-game losing streak – a lack of defense. Charlotte went 0-5 on its recent road trip, surrendering an uncharacteristic 109.6 points per game during that span.
All we need is a time machine and a better GM
Let’s take a trip down memory lane…… Wes has a serious injury, Nic has a nagging injury and is playing poorly. Behind closed doors, everyone knows LMA is eyeing San Antonio and no one’s looking forward to the postseason.
Wizards get hot from 3-point territory to beat Trail Blazers
Bradley Beal scored 25 points and John Wall had 24 as the Washington Wizards took a page from the Portland Trail Blazers’ playbook by hitting 13 3-pointers in a comfortable 120-101 victory on Monday afternoon. The Wizards, who rely less on the 3-pointer than almost any NBA team, were 13 of 23 from beyond the arc in their 12th consecutive home victory.