With less than a month remaining in the regular season, all 30 coaches who started back in October are still in their jobs. If that holds, this would be the first time in 53 years that no team has made an in-season change for any reason.
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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.
Wizards edge Trail Blazers 125-124 with controversial end
The Trail Blazers guard pleaded to the officials that Markieff Morris stepped out of bounds before his go-ahead baseline jumper with 0.4 seconds left. The officials said there was nothing they could do.
Jokic has strong game in return, Nuggets beat Celtics 119-99
Nikola Jokic had 21 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists in his return to the lineup, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Boston Celtics 119-99 on Friday night. Jokic played 27 minutes after missing two games because of illness.
Pistons get signature win over LeBron, East-leading Cavs
Auburn Hills: The Detroit Pistons pulled off one of their biggest wins of the season Thursday, beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 106-101 at the Palace. The Pistons opened the fourth on a 13-0 run, then held their lead the rest of the way.
Lakers, Suns headed in different directions
Two teams that have headed in opposite directions since they last met on the eve of the All-Star break hook up for a fourth and final time this season when the Los Angeles Lakers visit the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night. The Suns had lost 10 of 12 to plummet to the bottom of the Western Conference standings before shellacking the Lakers 137-101 in the clubs’ final game before the All-Star break last month.
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.
Bogut breaks leg in debut as Cavs lose again to Heat
LeBron James didn’t need to speak with Andrew Bogut or see the X-rays on the center’s leg. Bogut broke his left leg less than one minute into his debut and the Cavaliers never recovered while being outgunned 106-98 by the Heat, which beat the NBA champions twice in three nights.
‘Real men cry’: LeBron James says he cries at some movies
LeBron James said he cried watching the episode of “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” when Will Smith’s father arrives to take part in his son’s life but then leaves. James says he never saw his own father.
‘Real men cry’: LeBron James says he cries at some movies
LeBron James said he cried watching the episode of “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” when Will Smith’s father arrives to take part in his son’s life but then leaves. James says he never saw his own father.
‘Real men cry’: LeBron James says he cries at some movies
LeBron James said he cried watching the episode of “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” when Will Smith’s father arrives to take part in his son’s life but then leaves. James says he never saw his own father.
‘Real men cry’: LeBron James says he cries at some movies
LeBron James said he cried watching the episode of “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” when Will Smith’s father arrives to take part in his son’s life but then leaves. James says he never saw his own father.
‘Real men cry’: LeBron James says he cries at some movies
LeBron James said he cried watching the episode of “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” when Will Smith’s father arrives to take part in his son’s life but then leaves. James says he never saw his own father.
Isaiah Thomas, Tyler Ulis Face Off in Least Likely NBA Jump Ball Ever
It’s everyone’s dream to be a professional athlete, and if you watch the NBA , then that dream oftentimes seems less attainable due to the sheer size of most players. But for one brief moment, both 5-foot-9 Isaiah Thomas of the Boston Celtics and 5-foot-10 Tyler Ulis of the Phoenix Suns gave all fans a glimpse at what a jump ball would look like between mere mortals.
If we could trade our pick for drummond, would you do it?
This last few games have shown the suns have some very good young talent. The play of jones jr, ulis, williams are just amazing.
Flurry of game-winners highlight NBA action
PHOENIX Suns rookie Tyler Ulis hit an incredible buzzer-beater to defeat the Celtics, and that wasn’t the only game-winner during today’s NBA action. Joe Ingles finished with six points, one rebound, one assist, and two steals in the Utah Jazz’s 110-109 overtime win over the Sacramento Kings.
An Ideal Offseason
The Celtics right now hold all the assets right now to add a superstar, keep their salary cap situation with room to resign are key players, and compete for an NBA Championship for ten years. Jerebko’s ability to space the floor, shoot the three coming off the bench, play solid defense, and provide veteran support and leadership are qualities that can not be overlooked.
Zion Williamson
Ok this guy might be the best NBA prospect since Lebron James im not saying we tank for the next two years but, we should stick to our youth movement to have a good chance at drafting this kid. Also from a perspective im the same age as him and he is 100 times more athletic that me.
Miami Heat sets the standard when it comes to balanced scoring
Yet, four players had totaled at least 15 in a game in which the Heat were comfortably ahead for most of the final three quarters. “The defense cannot really focus on one or two guys,” said Goran Dragic, who leads the Heat in scoring but has been the high man just once in the last six games.
Detroit Pistons look to sweep Boogie-less Pelicans
Following a wild overtime win over Portland, the Detroit Pistons travel to New Orleans to face Anthony Davis and the Pelicans . DeMarcus Cousins has been the talk of the town since the All-Star break, when he was traded from the Sacramento Kings to the New Orleans Pelicans.
Stephen Curry stays cold, Wizards push past Warriors, 112-108
Stephen Curry stays cold, Wizards push past Warriors, 112-108 The reigning back-to-back MVP made just two of his nine three-point attempts. Check out this story on myozaukeenow.com: http://usat.ly/2mCHTRo Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry stands on the court against the Washington Wizards in the first quarter at Verizon Center.
Stephen Curry’s shooting slump lingers as Kevin Durant-less Warriors lose to Wizards
Wizards fans who came to see native son Kevin Durant play in the nation’s capital only were able to do so for 93 seconds after the All-Star hyperextended his left knee after Zaza Pachulia was pushed into him by the Wizards’ Marcin Gortat. With Durant out, Stephen Curry was asked to pick up the offense, but the two-time MVP struggled from deep for a second straight game, going 9 of 20 from the field, including 2 of 9 from beyond the arc.
Markieff Morris after clutch free throws in win vs. Warriors: “I put my nuts on the line”
The Washington Wizards beat the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night, 112-108. The Warriors first lost Kevin Durant due to a knee sprain, then the game down the stretch as Washington’s Markieff Morris hit two big free throws with three seconds left.
Antetokounmpo scores 28, Bucks beat Suns 100-96
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 28 points, Tony Snell made a clinching 3-pointer from the corner in the closing seconds and the Milwaukee Bucks held off the Phoenix Suns, 100-96 on Sunday. Michael Beasley added 17 points and Malcolm Brogdon had 15 as the Bucks swept the two-game season series with the Suns.
A trade this offseason, but only in the perfect situation.
I love Lonzo Ball and would love to see him in a Suns uniform… But his dad has a huge freaking mouth and has made it clear that he wants Lonzo to be in a big flashy market, specifically the Lakers. The Lakers seem like a team who would love Lonzo Ball as well.
The Read & React: Celtics crumble (again) vs. Raptors
Celtics paid the price for doing nothing : When I learned that Indiana wanted the whole boat for Paul George and the Bulls weren’t interested in moving Butler all that much, I excused Danny Ainge for not unboxing the fireworks now. My fury didn’t falter for the C’s not making some move to improve.
On path to superstardom, Celtics’ Isaiah Thomas controls his own destiny
On path to superstardom, Celtics’ Isaiah Thomas controls his own destiny Thomas, who will be a free agent in 2018, is long overdue for a pay day. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2mgxxtg When the NBA’s salary cap started spiking as if it had been hit with a defibrillator last summer, Boston Celtics point guard Isaiah Thomas was asked to share his perspective on how the league’s new landscape might ultimately impact his situation.
NBA Capsules
Russell Westbrook scored 17 points in his 28th triple-double of the season, and his new teammates fit in seamlessly as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 110-93 on Friday night. It was the first game for new Thunder players Taj Gibson and Doug McDermott, acquired Thursday in a trade with the Chicago Bulls.
Wade, Butler lead Bulls over Suns 128-121 in overtime-Image1
Dwyane Wade scored 23 points, Jimmy Butler added 22 and the Chicago Bulls rallied to beat the Phoenix Suns 128-121 in overtime Friday night. Devin Booker scored 27 points for Phoenix, but missed a chance to win it in regulation after Wade fouled him on a 3-pointer with 1.5 seconds left.
Suns waive Mike Scott, Jared Sullinger; sign Ronnie Price
The Phoenix Suns waived forward Mike Scott and center/forward Jared Sullinger on Friday, a day after acquiring them in trades Suns waive Mike Scott, Jared Sullinger; sign Ronnie Price The Phoenix Suns waived forward Mike Scott and center/forward Jared Sullinger on Friday, a day after acquiring them in trades Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2mgttJG CHICAGO – The Phoenix Suns waived forward Mike Scott and center/forward Jared Sullinger on Friday, a day after acquiring them in trades. The Suns also signed guard Ronnie Price for the rest of the season.
Report: Raptors acquire guard/forward Tucker from Suns for Sullinger, picks
The Toronto Raptors have reportedly acquired guard/forward P.J. Tucker from the Phoenix Suns for forward Jared Sullinger and two second-round draft picks. The deal, first reported by Yahoo!, gives Toronto depth a wing position that was depleted when Terrence Ross was sent to Orlando last week in the trade that brought power forward Serge Ibaka to the Raptors.
Suns again assign slam-dunk runner-up Jones to D-league
The Phoenix Suns have again assigned forward Derrick Jones Jr. to Northern Arizona, its affiliate in the NBA Development League. Jones was the runner-up to Glenn Robinson III in the NBA Slam Dunk competition over the weekend Suns again assign slam-dunk runner-up Jones to D-league The Phoenix Suns have again assigned forward Derrick Jones Jr. to Northern Arizona, its affiliate in the NBA Development League.
Detroit Pistons’ Andre Drummond not likely to be traded?
There have been rumors about a potential Drummond trade surrounding the Boston Celtics, but that is purely speculative at this point. That rumor was started because Andre Drummond retweeted eye emojis from Isaiah Thomas and then tweeted the same emoji himself.
A few young pieces to add who are available, one is a NEW name who suns fans have liked in the past
Derrick Favors is now on the block. What do you think suns fans? He is only 25 and a pretty solid player.
How Goran Dragic Has Emerged as the Heat’s Undisputed Leader
Heat 101 provides 24/7 obsessive sports coverage of the Miami Heat as a part of Sports Media 101 . For news, op/ed, game reviews, team updates and even rumors you will find all of it on Heat 101.
Glenn Robinson III soars above the field to win NBA All-Star Dunk Contest
Glenn Robinson III is the NBA’s new dunk king, with an assist to Indiana teammate Paul George, the Pacers’ mascot and a Pacers cheerleader. Robinson leaped over all three, snagging the ball from George along the way before finishing with an emphatic, two-hand, reverse jam, giving him a perfect score – and the title – on his final dunk.
Carmelo Anthony finds joy in All-Star festivities despite trade rumors
Carmelo Anthony finds joy in All-Star festivities despite trade rumors Anthony was named to his 10th All-Star team after Kevin Love’s knee injury. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2m9PXbg Kyrie Irving got into a heated argument with a reporter during All-Star media availability over his recent comments that the Earth is flat.
Carmelo Anthony finds joy in All-Star festivities despite trade rumors
Carmelo Anthony finds joy in All-Star festivities despite trade rumors Anthony was named to his 10th All-Star team after Kevin Love’s knee injury. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2m9PXbg Kyrie Irving got into a heated argument with a reporter during All-Star media availability over his recent comments that the Earth is flat.
Adam Silver says Charlotte could be in mix for another All-Star game
Adam Silver says Charlotte could be in mix for another All-Star game This year’s All-Star Game was moved as a result of the controversial HB2 law. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2maHdS5 USA TODAY Sports’ Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt discuss commissioner Adam Silver’s press conference that touched on several hut-button issues including the Trump travel ban and Charles Oakley.
Adam Silver says Charlotte could be in mix for another All-Star game
Adam Silver says Charlotte could be in mix for another All-Star game This year’s All-Star Game was moved as a result of the controversial HB2 law. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2maHdS5 USA TODAY Sports’ Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt discuss commissioner Adam Silver’s press conference that touched on several hut-button issues including the Trump travel ban and Charles Oakley.