Tag: Professional basketball
Last chance for Tokyo: Final 4 Olympic hoop qualifiers begin
Toronto coach Nick Nurse is an American. Born in Iowa. Owns a home in Florida. A lifetime fan of the Chicago Cubs.
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Maya Moore to receive Arthur Ashe Award at The ESPYS
NEW YORK — Maya Moore will receive the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at The ESPYS for her work on criminal justice reform.
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Celtics coach Udoka wants to ‘bring the dog out’ in stars
BOSTON — When Ime Udoka looks at the Boston Celtics’ roster, he sees a team with pieces to build around and endless potential.
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Two-time MVP gladly cedes lead role in playoffs to Middleton
ATLANTA — Giannis Antetokounmpo is a two-time MVP, one of the best players on the planet.
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Mavs welcome back Kidd as coach, along with new GM Harrison
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks welcomed back former point guard Jason Kidd as their coach Monday along with new general manager Nico Harrison.
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Taurasi tops 9,000 career points, helps Mercury beat Sparks
PHOENIX — Diana Taurasi scored 25 points and became the first player in WNBA history to score 9,000 career points in her return from...
Middleton’s 38 power Bucks past Hawks 113-102 for 2-1 lead
ATLANTA — Khris Middleton scored 20 of his playoff career high-tying 38 points in the fourth quarter, leading the Milwaukee Bucks to a 113-102...
All eyes on Young’s ankle after freak encounter with ref
ATLANTA — Finally, Trae Young ran into someone he couldn't beat.
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Report: Anschutz sells stake in Lakers to 2 Dodgers’ owners
LOS ANGELES — Philip Anschutz has agreed to sell his 27% stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to two owners of the Dodgers, according...
Suns outlast Clippers 84-80, take 3-1 lead in West finals
LOS ANGELES — Devin Booker scored 25 points before fouling out in the final minute, Chris Paul made clutch free throws on a night...
