A peak to which D’Angelo Russell aspires presented itself Thursday at the Moda Center, in the form of Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard. Back from an ankle injury that kept him out five games, Lillard wasn’t quite at his best.
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Cavs working on deal for Hawks G Korver
Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver sets up a shot in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Detroit Pistons on Friday, Dec. 30, 2016, in Atlanta. /Copyright 2017 The Associated Press.
Cleveland Cavaliers: Skip Bayless Is Right About LeBron James
I would never write this if I didn’t believe it was true. When it comes to Skip Bayless, I look at him as an unofficial archenemy who takes a hot take to a new level.
Chicago Bulls vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Live Stream, How to Watch, Game Info
The last time the Chicago Bulls met up with the Cleveland Cavaliers, LeBron James wore a full Chicago Cubs uniform to the United Center, Rajon Rondo had a triple-double, and the Bulls defeated the defending world champions, 111-105. Since that six-point win over James and the Cavaliers, the Bulls have gone 6-11, Rondo is completely out of the rotation , and the Bulls are barely clinging to the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference race where just about everyone not named the Sixers or Nets has a shot at the postseason.
Heat guard Dion Waiters says he will be smarter about injuries moving forward
For Dion Waiters, the best feeling will be stepping on a plane, just being with his teammates with the hopes of playing for the first time since late November. Waiters has missed 19 games since an MRI revealed he had suffered a torn muscle in his groin area, an injury he said occurred about 2 A1 2 week prior to the diagnosis.
James, Love help Cavs end 2016 with 121-109 win over Hornets
LeBron James and Kevin Love picked up much of the slack with Kyrie Irving sidelined by a hamstring injury. They got some help, too.
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” LeBron James scored 17 of his 32 points in the first quarter as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Charlotte Hornets 121-109 on Saturday night. Kevin Love added 28 points and 10 rebounds for Cleveland, which played without Kyrie Irving after the point guard injured his right hamstring during Thursday’s 124-118 victory over Boston.
James, Love help Cavs end 2016 with 121-109 win over Hornets
LeBron James scored 17 of his 32 points in the first quarter, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Charlotte Hornets 121-109 on Saturday night. Kevin Love added 28 points and 10 rebounds for Cleveland, who played without Kyrie Irving after the point guard injured his right hamstring during Thursday’s 124-118 victory over Boston.
Reframing the Rondo Benching
For the first time since March 31, 2007, Rajon Rondo will come off the bench rather than start a game. Prior to the Chicago Bulls New Year’s Eve showdown against the Milwaukee Bucks , Bulls head coach Fred Hoiberg told reporters that he would start Michael Carter-Williams at point guard over Rondo who has started in every game he has played in this season with the Bulls.
Reframing the Rondo Benching
For the first time since March 31, 2007, Rajon Rondo will come off the bench rather than start a game. Prior to the Chicago Bulls New Year’s Eve showdown against the Milwaukee Bucks , Bulls head coach Fred Hoiberg told reporters that he would start Michael Carter-Williams at point guard over Rondo who has started in every game he has played in this season with the Bulls.
NBA: Thomas scores 52 for Celtics in 117-114 win over Miami
Isaiah Thomas scored 29 of his career-high 52 points in the fourth quarter, setting a club record for points in a period and leading Boston to a 117-114 victory over the Miami Heat on Friday night.
George brings back fun for Pacers in 111-101 win over Bulls
George scored 32 points including 11 during a closing flurry to help the Pacers snap a four-game losing streak with a 111-101 victory. “We have a great time in the locker room,” George said.
Wiggins, Towns lead Wolves over Bucks, 116-99
Andrew Wiggins scored 31 points and Karl-Anthony Towns had 18 points and 16 rebounds to help the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 116-99 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. Zach LaVine added 24 points and Shabazz Muhammad had 22 points in 18 minutes off the bench for the Wolves, who shot 55.8 percent from the field and hit 13 of 25 3-pointers.
As he turns 32, LeBron James savors ‘magical’ ride in 2016
James soared in his second season back in Cleveland , his homecoming was capped by an historic comeback in which he led the Cavaliers to an NBA title to ending the city’s 52-year sports championship drought. There was no stopping James this year.
Miami’s Ten Biggest Food Stories of 2016
As 2016 draws to a close, New Times is looking back at the year’s stories with the most impact. The past year saw a lot of good and bad in our local food scene – from a beloved Brooklyn restaurant opening in South Florida to the Zika scare that threatened a large part of our entire dining scene.
Miami Heat mailbag: Who is the best 2017 NBA draft prospect?
Josh Jackson #11 of the Kansas Jayhawks dunks on a fast break during the game against the Siena Saints at Allen Fieldhouse on November 18, 2016 in Lawrence, Kansas. Along with that question, we also answered some on the Heat’s – you know – current roster.
The Real MVP: Why LeBron’s value can’t be measured
… – NBA Finals PPG 35.8 APG 8.8 RPG 13.3 >>1st to lead in all categories in Finals history ESPN reported from Elias Sports Bureau that LeBron accounted for 57.7 points per game in that series, whether that was his own buckets or assists. To put that …
Shaquille O’Neal ranks his first NBA championship with the Lakers as the best
Shaquille O’Neal clearly relished the Heat honoring him at halftime of its 115-107 win over the Lakers on Thursday at American Airlines Arena. Yet, O’Neal offered some signals he associates himself more with the purple and gold.
Report: Goran Dragic open to being traded from the Miami Heat
The Miami Heat aren’t the team Goran Dragic envisioned he would be joining when he came to South Beach two years ago. When Goran Dragic forced his way out of the Phoenix Suns organization two years ago and was traded to the Miami Heat, he thought he was joining a team on the verge of contending in the Eastern Conference.
Pat Riley on Miami Heat rebuild: It’s ‘going to be fast’
Miami Heat team president Pat Riley joined morning radio show host Joe Rose, and made interesting comments on the team’s rebuild, and where they currently stand with the roster. The Miami Heat suffered their third loss in a row on Tuesday night, falling 136-130 in a double overtime “thriller” against the Orlando Magic.
Irving, James lead short-handed Cavs past Bucks 113-102
In fact, he wouldn’t mind playing them a few more times in late April, May or June when it really matters.
Rumor: Miami Heat a potential landing spot for DeMarcus Cousins
ESPN’s Amin Elhassan mentioned the Miami Heat among possible teams that could trade for Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins. Pat Riley and the Miami Heat have a history of-and have won championships by-trading for disgruntled super stars.
Cavaliers forward Kevin Love will miss Tuesday’s game against Bucks with bruised knee
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Cavaliers forward Kevin Love will miss Tuesday’s game against Bucks with bruised knee
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