Albeit in a different look , those Bulls are hosting Wolverine and his crew of R -Men Saturday night in Chicago. The Bulls have had an uneven year thus far, but are coming into this one with two straight wins over Charlotte and impressively, Cleveland.
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Cleveland Cavaliers trade with Atlanta Hawks for sharp-shooter Kyle Korver
Cleveland Cavaliers trade with Atlanta Hawks for sharp-shooter Kyle Korver The NBA’s second-best team from distance just got even better Check out this story on mynorthshorenow.com: http://usat.ly/2jfdIx1 Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver sits on the bench during the first quarter of a game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Atlanta Hawks sent Korver, a three-point specialist, to the Cavs for Mike Dunleavy, Mo Williams and a 2019 first-round draft pick.
After giving up 24-point lead in OT loss, Golden State knows it can’t cruise through the season
The Warriors have gotten off to a terrific start, but are now 0-5 against some of the league’s elite after blowing a 24-point second half lead to Memphis Friday. OAKLAND, Calif.
Al Horford furthers Joel Embiid’s education, drills last-minute…
The Boston Celtics had fallen behind by two points in the final minute. During a timeout, head coach Brad Stevens drew up a pick-and-roll with Isaiah Thomas handling the ball and Kelly Olynyk diving toward the hoop.
Giannis Antetokounmpo thinks he’d be an All-Star lock with a different last name
Using the hashtag #GreekFreak and #NBAVOTE doesn’t count as an All-Star vote for Giannis Antetokounmpo, but the Bucks forward is still racking up plenty of votes. In fact, the 22-year-old star is trailing only LeBron James in All-Star voting among Eastern Conference frontcourt players.
Former Raptor Matt Bonner retiring from basketball after 12 seasons in NBA
Bonner made his debut in 2004-05 and played his first two seasons for the Raptors before he was traded to San Antonio in the deal that brought Rasho Nesterovic to Toronto. He was beloved in Toronto for his humble, good-natured demeanour, and garnered his “Red Rocket” nickname when he revealed he was a regular user of Toronto’s mass transit system.
Trail Blazers pull away from Lakers in final minutes for 118-109 victory
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.
Funeral To Be Held For Carrie Fisher, Debbie Reynolds
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Re: Measuring Greatness
The first round of NBA All-Star game voting results came out yesterday, and a subject of much discussion was the relative rankings of the Raptors back court. With DeMar DeRozan in third place behind Dwayne Wade and Kyrie Irving, there’s certainly a case to be made that he should at least be ahead of Wade, especially given his early season scoring outbursts.
Rockets 11 mins ago 10:48 p.m.Nene’s late free throws lift Rockets over Thunder, 118-116
… Oklahoma City Thunder forward Domantas Sabonis (3) in the first quarter at Toyota Center. Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports HOUSTON (AP) – James Harden scored 26 points and Nene made two free throws with 0.7 seconds remaining to lift the Houston …
Nene’s Late Free Throws Lift Rockets Over Thunder, 118-116
James Harden scored 26 points and Nene made two free throws with 0.7 seconds remaining to lift the Houston Rockets to their sixth straight win, 118-116 over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night. Nene was fouled by Jerami Grant as he attempted a shot right under the basket, setting up the winning free throws.
Aldridge leads Spurs to 127-99 win over Nuggets
LaMarcus Aldridge scored 28 points, including 11 while sparking a third-quarter spurt, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Denver Nuggets 127-99 on Thursday night. Kawhi Leonard added 24 points, while Tony Parker had 21 and a season-high nine assists for the Spurs, who improved to 17-3 on the road this season.
Bledsoe has 26, Suns pull away late from Mavericks, 102-95
Eric Bledsoe scored 26 points, including five straight to break a tie in the final two minutes, and the Phoenix Suns beat the Dallas Mavericks 102-95 on Thursday night. Devin Booker added 22 points as the Suns won consecutive games for just the second time this season and denied the Mavericks their third two-game winning streak in a matchup of Western Conference also-rans.
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.
CJ McCollum, Blazers tire of lectures from injured Festus Ezeli: Report
Tired of being lectured, Portland Trail Blazers guard CJMcCollum shut down yet another of Festus Ezeli’s post-game locker room lectures last month, according to a report. The Portland Traill Blazers are struggling.
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.
Gameday: Jazz @ Raptors, Jan. 5
The Toronto Raptors are finally back at home. They say the first home game after a long road trip feels like a road game still, given the unfamiliarity and short lead time to settle in, but the Raptors will surely be thankful to be in Toronto nonetheless.
Curry, Durant lead Warriors past Trail Blazers 125-117
KD finds plenty of things in the MVP’s game to praise, too. And when these two get clicking together, the Golden State Warriors are oh so good.
Atlanta pulls away late, beats the Orlando Magic for 4th straight win
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Batum scores 28 points, Hornets beat Thunder 123-112
Nicolas Batum had a season-high 28 points, and the Charlotte Hornets beat the Oklahoma Thunder 123-112 on Wednesday night to snap a two-game losing streak. Batum was 7 of 18 from the field and made 13 of 15 free throws.
Antetokounmpo’s jumper at buzzer gives Bucks win over Knicks
Giannis Antetokounmpo made a turnaround jumper at the buzzer to give the Milwaukee Bucks a 105-104 victory over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night.
Bucks vs. Knicks Final Score: Giannis Nails Step-back Jumper to Bury Knicks, 105-104
What began as an evenly balanced game saw the Milwaukee Bucks fall far behind and in a tough spot three quarters of the way through the evening. However, they’d mount an exciting come-back and would seal a classic win over the Knicks, 105-104.
How the Warriors Landed Kevin Durant
These are the anecdotes you haven’t heard. The behind-the-scenes tale of how Kevin Durant decided on the Warriors: https://t.co/Jo74R37F5b pic.twitter.com/CLqFPuFkt0
McRae gets first NBA starts
Former Liberty County High School basketball player Jordan McRae had his first two NBA starts for the Cleveland Cavaliers over the weekend. With Kyrie Irving nursing a hamstring injury, former Liberty County High School basketball player Jordan McRae had his first two NBA starts for the Cleveland Cavaliers over the weekend.
Barnes Leads Mavericks to 113-105 Win Over Wizards
Our opinions are unbiased and unfiltered, and we never hold back. But the most important voice in D.C. sports is yoursa that’s why our phone [] CBS Sports Radio 1580 CONNECT WITH CBS SPORTS RADIO Listen Live Click Here Latest Sports News & Blogs Click Here Follow The CBS Sports Radio Facebook.com/CBSSportsRadio Twitter: @CBSSportsRadio Contact Studio: 1-855-212-4CBS Email: CNKinard@cbs.com Address 1015 Half Street, SE Washington, [] Harrison Barnes scored 26 points and Deron Williams added 21 as the Mavericks rallied to beat the Washington Wizards 113-105 on Tuesday night.
Young’s pelvic thrust celebration is nearly NSFW
Young’s pelvic thrust celebration is nearly NSFW Nick “Swaggy P” Young had one of the most memorable NBA bloopers of all time years ago, an… Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2j4aT1J Jan 3, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Nick Young celebrates after a 3-point basket in the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies during a NBA game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-324412 ORIG FILE ID: 20170103_lbm_al2_305.JPG Nick “Swaggy P” Young had one of the most memorable NBA bloopers of all time years ago, an infamous moment when he celebrated a shot too early, not realizing his attempt hadn’t fallen.
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.
Nick Young stars as the Los Angeles Lakers dominate the Memphis Grizzlies
The Lakers stopped a three-game losing streak thanks to 20 points from Nick Young and a double-double from Julius Randle, consisting of 14 rebounds and 11 assists. Kawhi Leonard threw 25 points for the San Antonio Spurs in their 110-82 success over the Toronto Raptors, while DeMarcus Cousins, who scored 31 points, led the Sacramento Kings to a 120-113 victory against the Denver Nuggets.
Cavs coach says Kevin Love has lost 10 pounds after getting…
Cavs coach Tyronn Lue said Love was going through a bout of food poisoning after leaving midway through the fourth quarter in the Cavaliers’ 90-86 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday night. Love played 24 minutes Monday night before exiting the game, scoring 12 points and pulling in 11 rebounds, albeit on 5-of-19 shooting.
Knicks Morning News
Jeff Hornacek’s challenge for all-out effort fell on deaf ears as the Knicks let the Orlando Magic get anything it wanted Monday night. [NY Newsday] Carmelo Anthony’s shooting woes continue in Knicks’ loss to Magic The ball isn’t dropping for Carmelo Anthony.
Clippers beat Suns 109-98, end 6-game skid to start new year
J.J. Redick scored 22 points and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Phoenix Suns 109-98 on Monday night, opening the new year by snapping a six-game skid. Jamal Crawford added 18 points and DeAndre Jordan had 20 rebounds for the Clippers, who remain without Blake Griffin and Chris Paul.
Clippers notes: Marreese Speights calls 2017 ‘a fresh start’ for the team
Before Monday’s game with the Phoenix Suns, Marreese Speights was ready to guard against an extended conversation about one of the problems that has plagued the Clippers on their recent winless three-game trip. Speights swatted away any talk about his team’s problems in the open court, where they were outscored, 83-10, in fastbreak points.
NBA Late-Night Handicapping: Denver Nuggets at Golden State Warriors
Denver has been heating up as winners of six of its past 10 SU, but it travels to the toughest venue in Oracle Arena to face the Golden State Warriors as 15-point underdogs at 9:30 on NBA League Pass Monday night. The Warriors are 14-2 SU at home this season and have won nine of its past 10 games including its two most recent over the Dallas Mavericks and Toronto Raptors.
Power Rankings Week 11: Spurs keep flying under the radar
The Spurs kicked off 2017 with a somewhat unlucky loss to the Atlanta Hawks, but beyond that they have been pretty solid and have returned to the top five in both offensive and defensive ratings. What more can you ask for from a team that is working three newcomers into its first two units after having lost its franchise cornerstone and defensive anchor? Third-best seems about right for the Spurs right now as they continue to build an identity around team offense and solid defense.
Phoenix Suns New Year’s Resolutions
Obviously, 2016 hasn’t been a year for the record books for our boys in purple. But, with a new year, comes a time for change! Here are some of the things that the Suns could change or make better in 2017.
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.
McCollum has 43 points, Trail Blazers top Timberwolves 95-89
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Karl-Anthony Towns attempts to block Portland Trail Blazers guard C.J. McCollum’s shot during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Minneapolis, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. less Minnesota Timberwolves forward Karl-Anthony Towns attempts to block Portland Trail Blazers guard C.J. McCollum’s shot during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Minneapolis, Sunday, Jan. 1, … more Minnesota Timberwolves forward Karl-Anthony Towns dunks in front of Portland Trail Blazers forward Mason Plumlee during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Minneapolis, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017.
Kyle Lowry scores 41 as Raptors hold off Lakers, 123-114
Kyle Lowry scored 20 of his season-high 41 points in the fourth quarter, and the Toronto Raptors held on to stop a two-game skid with a 123-114 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night.
Harden scores 53 in triple-double, Rockets beat Knicks
Minutes after collecting 53 points, 17 assists and 16 rebounds in his second straight triple-double, Houston’s James Harden was asked what it has been like to play in new coach Mike D’Antoni’s system. It looked more like a nightmare to the short-handed New York Knicks after Harden powered the Rockets to a 129-122 win on Saturday night.
James Harden hits three, does the shimmy on way to record night
He was putting up numbers on the Knicks Saturday night – he’s the first player in NBA history to have 50 points, 15 rebounds and 15 assists in a game. That included this crossover away from the screen, three ball, and then the shimmy.