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Kevin Love, Tristan Thompson offer NBA chance to use common sense on suspension rulings

Neither Tristan Thompson nor Kevin Love did anything that warrants anything close to a suspension. Common sense makes that clear. Let’s start including that as part of league decisions.

Sean Deveney

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Cavs' mental mistakes overshadow LeBron James' brilliance in series-altering Game 1 loss

Game 1 of the NBA Finals should have been remembered for LeBron James' 51-point performance. Instead, it will be remembered for the Cavs' mental lapses.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Finals 2018: LeBron James tells ESPN reporter, 'Be better tomorrow' after J.R. Smith questions

A frustrated LeBron James had heard enough questions about J.R. Smith's inexplicable error at the end of regulation.

Tom Gatto

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NBA Finals 2018: Cavs' J.R. Smith stuns Twitter with monumental blunder

J.R. Smith lost track of the score at the worst possible moment in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The NBA Twitterverse couldn't believe it.

Tom Gatto

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Warriors survive chaotic Game 1, take early series lead over Cavs

The Warriors took advantage of a rare second chance in overtime, dominating the final five minutes on the way to a 124-114 victory.

Jordan Greer

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NBA playoffs 2018: Finals schedule, TV info for Cavs vs. Warriors

Everything you need to know about the 2018 NBA Finals.

Sporting News

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Warriors' Stephen Curry doesn't need ball in his hands to drive defenses crazy

While Stephen Curry is known more for his ability to create his own shot off the dribble, the two-time MVP is equally as devastating without the ball in his hands.

Scott Rafferty

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NBA Finals 2018: Odds, predictions for latest edition of Cavs vs. Warriors

The Cavs and Warriors are meeting for the fourth straight year in the NBA Finals, but 2018 seems to be the most lopsided affair yet.

AccuScore

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Closer look at LeBron James' Finals streak will shut down any 'East is weak' arguments

The numbers behind LeBron James' run through the Eastern Conference prove reaching eight consecutive NBA Finals is an incredible achievement in any era.

Mike DeCourcy

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NBA Finals 2018: Ranking most important players in Cavs vs. Warriors

From JaVale McGee and Rodney Hood to Kevin Durant and LeBron James, SN's Sean Deveney ranks the most important players ahead of the fourth edition of Cavs vs. Warriors.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Finals 2018: Predictions for Part IV of Cavs vs. Warriors saga

Can LeBron James lead the Cavs to an improbable series win over the Warriors in the NBA Finals? Or does Golden State simply have too much talent?

Sean Deveney

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NBA Finals 2018: 'NBA 2K18' predicts Warriors-Cavs series

In the fourth straight NBA Finals between the Warriors and Cavs, "NBA 2K18" makes its pick for the team that will raise the Larry O'Brien Trophy.

Bryan Wiedey

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Jeremy Lin fires back at Jalen Rose's comment about Nets

Jeremy Lin has fired back at ESPN's Jalen Rose after he guaranteed that Nets players, who finished the 2017-18 season with only 28 wins, don’t text each other during the offseason.

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Rockets' run ends with 'what if' questions lingering in background of Game 7 loss

Heading into the offseason after a disappointing finish in the Western Conference finals, the Rockets are left with a few "what if" questions to ponder.

Jordan Greer

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Warriors shake off sluggish start, beat Rockets to advance to fourth straight NBA Finals

After a horrible first quarter, the Warriors got back to business in the second half and took down the Rockets with a 101-92 win on Monday night.

Jordan Greer

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LiAngelo Ball to work out with Warriors ahead of NBA Draft, report says

Following his Tuesday visit with the Lakers, LiAngelo Ball will reportedly work out with the Warriors on June 10.

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NBA playoffs 2018: Today's score, schedule, live updates

Live updates, scores and schedule for today's NBA playoff games.

Sporting News

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NBA playoffs 2018: Daily TV schedule, game times, how to watch live

Here is the daily NBA playoff schedule with times and TV channels for every conference finals game.

Jordan Greer

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Five ridiculous numbers from Warriors' Game 6 win over Rockets

The Warriors rediscovered their form in Game 6, flying past the Rockets for a 115-86 blowout victory. How crazy was the turnaround? Here are a few numbers that paint the picture.

Jordan Greer

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Warriors' second-half explosion buries Rockets, forces Game 7 in Houston

The Warriors overwhelmed the Rockets in the second half of Game 6, outscoring Houston 64-25 in the final two quarters on the way to a 115-86 blowout victory.

Jordan Greer

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Charles Barkley, Draymond Green make peace as they meet face to face

No, Charles Barkley did not attempt to punch Draymond Green in the face.

Tom Gatto

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Nick Young credits Dennis Rodman's appearance in a dream for defensive resurgence

Nick Young gave a shoutout to the two-time Defensive Player of the Year after doing work on defense in Game 6.

Gabe Fernandez

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Rockets' Game 6 watch party to benefit Santa Fe High; team raises $100,000

Houston will donate all the admission proceeds from the watch party it held for Game 6 of the Western Conference finals.

Tom Gatto

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Rockets hold off Warriors in wild Game 5, take 3-2 series lead

The Rockets took a 3-2 series lead with a 98-94 win in a hard-fought Game 5 against the Warriors.

Jordan Greer

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This is exactly why Rockets traded for Chris Paul

Chris Paul’s breakout performance in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals couldn’t have come at a better moment.

Scott Rafferty

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James Harden, Chris Paul lead Rockets to thrilling Game 4 win over Warriors

With the season hanging in the balance, Rockets stars James Harden and Chris Paul combined for 57 points in a hard-fought Game 4 win on Tuesday night at Oracle Arena.

Jordan Greer

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Stephen Curry's parents looked really sad after Warriors loss

The cameras were on Curry's parents as they watched the Golden State Warriors' 95-92 loss to the Houston Rockets in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals on Tuesday.

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Anthony Joshua (remember the name, Reggie Miller) feeds Steph Curry before Rockets-Warriors

Heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua executed a neat give-and-go with the Warriors star during warmups, but not even that play could get TNT's Reggie Miller to get Joshua's name right during the telecast.

Tom Gatto

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The Warriors problem: Appreciating Golden State's greatness while missing true competition

While it is perfectly acceptable to appreciate the wonder that is Warriors basketball, it is also reasonable to bemoan the inevitability of Golden State winning another NBA title.

Joe Morgan

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Warriors fly past Rockets in Game 3 behind Stephen Curry's 35-point outburst

Stephen Curry finally found his groove, scoring 35 points on 13-of-23 shooting to lead the Warriors to a blowout win at Oracle Arena.

Jordan Greer

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Why Rockets letting Kevin Durant run wild in isolation might be their best option

How Kevin Durant scored all of his points in Games 1 and 2 against the Rockets was decidedly un-Warriors-like.

Scott Rafferty

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James Harden, Rockets overwhelm Warriors in Game 2, tie series 1-1

The Rockets used a balanced offensive attack Wednesday night to tie their Western Conference finals series with the Warriors, winning Game 2 by a final score of 127-105.

Jordan Greer

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Kevin Durant, Warriors ride second-half surge to Game 1 win over Rockets

Fueled by a 37-point outing from Kevin Durant, the Warriors took Game 1 against the Rockets to gain an early 1-0 advantage in the Western Conference finals.

Jordan Greer

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Rockets vs. Warriors: Preview, predictions as Western Conference powerhouses collide

The Rockets and Warriors have been the two best teams in the NBA all season. This is the main event we’ve been waiting for, but does Houston have any chance of taking down the defending champs?

Sean Deveney

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Chris Paul's success with Rockets should shut down loyalty vs. rings debate

As we watch how far players like Chris Paul, LeBron James and Kevin Durant have come following their big decisions, it is hard to ignore that the initial anger and vitriol thrown at them has given way to respect and admiration.

Joe Morgan

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NBA playoffs 2018: Conference finals predictions from 'NBA 2K18'

"NBA 2K18" likes the Warriors and Cavs to meet for a fourth straight year in the NBA Finals.

Bryan Wiedey

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Move of the Night: Stephen Curry

Stephen Curry shows off his handles as he drives to the rim and finishes with a nifty left-handed layup against the Pelicans in Game 5 of the Western Conference playoffs.

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NBA playoffs: Rajon Rondo appears to try stomping Draymond Green in Pelicans-Warriors Game 3

Pelicans guard Rajon Rondo and Warriors forward Draymond Green are at it again.

Gabe Fernandez

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Stephen Curry only needed one game to return to center of Warriors' universe

If Stephen Curry's performance in Game 2 is any indication, the Warriors won't have to worry much as they continue their playoff run.

Jordan Greer

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Charles Barkley apologizes to Draymond Green for saying he wanted to punch Warriors forward

Charles Barkley says it was 'inappropriate' to say on-air he wanted to hit Golden State star/irritant Draymond Green.

Tom Gatto

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Draymond Green challenges Charles Barkley to follow through on desire to punch him

Draymond Green heard that Charles Barkley wants to throw down (or have someone else do it), and he wasn't about to let that go.

Tom Gatto

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NBA playoffs 2018: Odds, predictions to win NBA Finals after first-round eliminations

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2018 NBA playoffs to see which teams have the best chances of winning the NBA title.

AccuScore

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Virtual reality experience allows fans to see NBA action like never before

When it comes to using virtual reality, the idea is to recreate the feel of being at NBA games, where fans can wander anywhere they like.

Sean Deveney

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Warriors vs. Pelicans: Preview, predictions as New Orleans attempts to pull off upset

Fresh off a sweep of the Trail Blazers in the first round, the Pelicans will have their hands full with a Warriors team looking to capture back-to-back titles.

Sean Deveney

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Warriors' David West gets technical foul while riding stationary bike

Is this the most ridiculous technical foul ever?

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Kevin Durant encourages Giannis Antetokounmpo to 'play for himself' even if it means leaving Bucks

Kevin Durant giving Giannis Antetokounmpo advice on his future could worry some Bucks fans.

Gabe Fernandez

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Hilarious missed NBA high-fives on National High Five Day

Thursday marks National High-Five Day. In honor of the occasion, NBA TV released a mash-up of hilarious missed high-fives over the past few years.

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NBA playoffs 2018: Full bracket predictions, picks from first round to NBA Finals

Can any contenders prevent another Cavs-Warriors matchup in the NBA Finals? Let's go through the NBA playoff bracket to find out.

Sean Deveney

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NBA playoffs 2018: Odds, predictions to win NBA Finals

AccuScore simulates the 2018 NBA playoffs to see which team has the best chances of winning the NBA title.

AccuScore

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Gregg Popovich goes full Gregg Popovich in postgame press conference

Gregg Popovich wasn't in the mood to speak with the media following the Spurs' 21-point loss to the Warriors in the first round of the NBA playoffs on Saturday.

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NBA playoffs 2018: Revisiting past first-round upsets of top seeds

Since the NBA expanded the playoffs to include eight teams per conference in 1984, teams seeded 1 or 2 have failed to advance past the first round just 10 times.

Gilbert McGregor

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NBA playoffs 2018: Revisiting past first-round upsets of top seeds

Since the NBA expanded the playoffs to include eight teams per conference in 1984, teams seeded 1 or 2 have failed to advance past the first round just 10 times.

Gilbert McGregor

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Six big questions that will determine 2018 NBA playoffs

Let’s take a look at six questions that will likely determine the outcome of this year’s playoffs, starting with the team that has the most to lose in the opening round.

Scott Rafferty

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NBA playoffs 2018: 'NBA 2K18' predicts multiple upsets in competitive first round

Injuries and parity have introduced uncertainty to the first round of this year's NBA playoffs. The simulation engine in "NBA 2K18" provides some insight on what to expect.

Bryan Wiedey

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NBA playoffs 2018: Growing tensions between players, refs could hit boiling point

The dialogue between NBA players and referees has been more contentious than any season in recent memory. Can they learn to get along during the 2018 NBA playoffs?

Sean Deveney

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NBA playoffs 2018: First-round matchups, final standings for East, West

With the 2017-18 regular season complete, let's take a look at the NBA standings and playoff matchups.

Jordan Greer

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NBA Power Rankings: Each playoff team's best-case scenario, from title chasers to first-round flameouts

With just days remaining in the NBA regular season, there is much to be determined about the playoff picture. Sporting News' Sean Deveney ranks the 17 potential playoff teams based on what their best-case scenarios look like.

Sean Deveney

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Steve Kerr 'embarrassed' by Warriors' effort in 20-point loss

Steve Kerr said his team showed a lack of "caring" a week from the start of the NBA playoffs.

Gilbert McGregor

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Patrick McCaw addresses spinal injury, Vince Carter foul for first time since scary fall

Patrick McCaw left Saturday night's game between the Warriors and Kings on a stretcher after a frightening fall under the basket, but he escaped with only a "lumbar spine contusion" after MRI and CT scans showed no structural damage.

Jordan Greer

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Warriors' Patrick McCaw forced to leave on stretcher after scary fall

Patrick McCaw took a hard fall under the basket and landed awkwardly after getting tangled up with Vince Carter.

Jordan Heck

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Stephen Curry's injury serves as latest test of Warriors' championship culture

With challengers lurking and waiting to attack a weakened champion, we will soon find out if the Warriors can still find joy with star guard Stephen Curry stuck on the bench.

Jordan Greer

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Stephen Curry's injury will force these three Warriors to elevate their games

Warriors star Stephen Curry will be out extended time with a left MCL sprain. Here's who needs to step up in his absence.

Carlan Gay

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NBA playoffs 2018: Odds, predictions for tight races in East, West

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017-18 NBA regular season to find out which teams from the Eastern and Western Conferences will make the playoff field.

AccuScore

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NBA playoff picture: Predictions for wild Western Conference race

Just four games separate the No. 3 seed from No. 10 in the West standings, but we've got a sense how this will all turn out ahead of the 2018 NBA playoffs.

Sean Deveney

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Harrison Barnes tells us what we already knew about 2016 Thunder

Former Warriors forward Harrison Barnes believes the Thunder should have gone to the 2016 NBA Finals.

Carlan Gay

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ESPN's Stephen A. Smith goes off on Kevin Durant for 'missing' Stephen Curry

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith nearly lost his mind Tuesday while discussing Kevin Durant's recent comments about "missing" an injured Stephen Curry.

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Warriors cancel practice after Stephen Curry's epic birthday party

The Warriors canceled practice Tuesday following an epic night of partying for Stephen Curry's 30th birthday.

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Stephen Curry's season of ankle injuries should be worrisome for Warriors, NBA future

Stephen Curry's latest ankle injury could have much larger implications than a week without the sharpshooter.

Gabe Fernandez

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NBA standings: Playoff picture for tight races in East, West

Let's take a full look at the NBA standings and see what juicy matchups we could see when the 2018 playoffs roll around.

Jordan Greer

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Kevin Durant jokes about next contract: 'I want to wait to see who wins the championship'

It's a joke, people. A JOKE. The Warriors superstar insists he's 100 percent committed to playing the 2018-19 season with Golden State.

Gabe Fernandez

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Even with Rockets emerging as contenders, Warriors still hold major championship advantage

The Warriors have something the Rockets (and all of the other top contenders) can only dream of: They've won a title as presently constituted.

Mitch Lawrence

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Wednesday NBA scores, highlights

The Pelicans came back from 15 points down to beat the Spurs as Popovich was ejected in the opening minute of the third quarter.

Thomas Lott

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Jon Stewart has devastated reaction to JaVale McGee's jumper

Jon Stewart put his hands on his head in complete shock as he sat courtside at Madison Square Garden during the Knicks' 125-111 loss to the Warriors on Monday night.

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Warriors to visit African-American history museum instead of White House

The defending NBA champions plan to visit with local students and tour the National Museum of African-American History and Culture on Tuesday.

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Warriors vs. Knicks: Time, preview, how to watch online

The Warriors look to begin an Eastern Conference road trip with a win at Madison Square Garden on Monday night.

Gilbert McGregor

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NBA Power Rankings: Rockets, Warriors fight for No. 1 as teams take on second-half missions

The stretch run of the 2017-18 NBA season is upon us, and as we look at where teams sit currently in our Power Rankings, we’ll also examine what ought to be their mission for the post-All-Star stretch.

Sean Deveney

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Thunder vs. Warriors: Preview, time, TV channel, how to watch online

The Warriors are aiming for their first win against the Thunder this season.

Gilbert McGregor

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Five big NBA questions that need answers down final stretch of 2018 season

Can Russell Westbrook average a triple-double again? Who wins the Rookie of the Year award? NBA fans will soon find out as the regular season comes to a close.

Gilbert McGregor

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Warriors' Steve Kerr hits back at critics of decision to let players coach

Steve Kerr thinks it's "insane" that his decision to temporarily hand coaching control to his team has created controversy.

Blake Birt

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Steve Kerr hands coaching duties to Warriors players vs. Suns; says no disrespect intended

Steve Kerr wanted his players to hear someone other than him coaching them, so he let them be their own coaches vs. Phoenix. He's not worried about people saying he disrespected an opponent.

Tom Gatto

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NBA trade deadline winners and losers: Cavs transform roster, Tyreke Evans (sadly) stays put

The Cavs easily won the day, but what about the rest of the league? Sporting News' Sean Deveney picks his biggest winners and losers from the NBA trade deadline.

Sean Deveney

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NBA trade rumors: Latest news on Klay Thompson's future, Celtics' approach with Marcus Smart

Sporting News' Mitch Lawrence takes a look at the latest rumors surrounding Warriors guard Klay Thompson, Celtics guard Marcus Smart and more ahead of the Feb. 8 trade deadline.

Mitch Lawrence

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NBA fan Boateng: No one plays better than Warriors

The World Cup winner is a regular courtside in the U.S. and counts some NBA stars as friends and he's also a stablemate of Kevin Durant at Roc Nation

Peter Staunton

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Three reasons why LeBron James joining Warriors is more pipe dream than plausibility

Kevin Durant joining the Warriors sounded insane before the summer of 2016, but LeBron James making a similar move is even more improbable. Here's why...

Jordan Greer

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LeBron James could meet with Warriors during free agency period, report says

The Golden State Warriors could set up talks with LeBron James this offseason, if a max salary deal is available, according ESPN's Chris Haynes.

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Steve Kerr, David West have perfect responses to LaVar Ball's 'Milli Vanilli' remark

LaVar Ball said Steve Kerr doesn't really do much coaching, and the Warriors coach responded perfectly.

Jordan Heck

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Celtics vs. Warriors: Score, results, highlights from Golden State's close win

Sporting News provided updates throughout Saturday night's game between the Celtics and Warriors. Catch up on everything you missed with our live blog.

Jordan Greer

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Warriors' Draymond Green calls out 'no neck' Brian Windhorst

Warriors forward Draymond Green called out Brian Windhorst after the ESPN reporter brought up Green during a discussion on "NBA Countdown."

Jordan Heck

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Kevin Durant has fun with All-Star draft, says he's coming for Stephen Curry

Kevin Durant is having a little fun with the NBA's All-Star draft with a little self-deprecating humor.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NBA All-Star 2018: Let's play captains as LeBron James, Stephen Curry in All-Star fantasy draft

The NBA is determined to keep the draft order for this year's All-Star rosters a secret, so we may never know exactly how LeBron James and Stephen Curry chose their teams. Sporting News decided to hold its own fantasy draft to take a stab at how the draft might go down.

J Greer and Gilb...

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Draymond Green, Klay Thompson joke about consequences if not picked by All-Star captain Stephen Curry

Stephen Curry better be careful with his All-Star picks, or else a potential Warriors dynasty could fall apart — OK, not really.

Jordan Greer

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Kevin Durant apologizes for criticism of officiating: 'I was being an a—hole'

The All-Star forward was ejected for a league-leading fourth time Tuesday.

Gilbert McGregor

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Kevin Durant after ejection: Officials T'ing up players to get back at them

Warriors star Kevin Durant says James Williams was looking for an excuse to run him after the two disagreed over a call in the first half.

Tom Gatto

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NBA All-Star 2018: Five most absurd players to receive starting votes

A new system put in place to return the prestige of NBA All-Star voting has somehow managed to result in more odd selections.

Gilbert McGregor

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NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 22 games include Celtics-Warriors, Cavaliers-Spurs

The top games in the NBA this week are headlined by a showdown between the East-leading Celtics and West-leading Warriors.

Skylar Rolstad

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Warriors vs. Rockets: Score, updates, highlights as West powers battle in Houston

Sporting News provided live updates from the Rockets' 116-108 win over the Warriors on Saturday night.

Skylar Rolstad

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Bulls' Kris Dunn checked for concussion, damage to teeth after post-dunk fall

The guard came off the rim awkwardly and landed face first on the floor against the Warriors.

Skylar Rolstad

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Warriors vs. Cavs: Score, results, highlights from Golden State's win at Quicken Loans Arena

Sporting News provided live updates throughout the Warriors' 118-108 win over the Cavs on Monday.

E.Jay Zarett

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LeBron James, Steve Kerr reflect on MLK Day, criticize Donald Trump

NBA stars had plenty to say on Monday as they reflected on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the current climate in America.

Jordan Heck

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NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 15 games include full MLK Day lineup, Warriors-Cavs

This week's NBA schedule includes a few highly-anticipated matchups between top teams, including Warriors vs. Cavs and Warriors vs. Rockets.

Skylar Rolstad

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NBA Power Rankings: Warriors, Celtics lead way as teams face tough second-half questions

Can the Warriors get the rest they need? Will Gordon Hayward make a shocking comeback for the Celtics? SN's latest NBA Power Rankings tackle second-half questions for every team.

Sean Deveney

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Kevin Durant becomes second-youngest player to reach 20,000 career points

Kevin Durant also joined LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Wilt Chamberlain and Michael Jordan as the only players in NBA history to score 20,000 points before age 30.

Skylar Rolstad

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ESPN's Jemele Hill found unlikely ally in Kevin Durant after comments on President Trump

Warriors forward Kevin Durant surprised ESPN anchor and analyst Jemele Hill with a direct message expressing support after Hill's tweets about President Donald Trump.

Jordan Greer

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NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 8 games include Cavs-Raptors and Warriors-Bucks

A matchup between two Eastern Conference contenders highlights this week's NBA schedule.

Skylar Rolstad

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Draymond Green couldn't help but laugh at Dave Chappelle's joke about his name

Dave Chappelle snuck a joke about Draymond Green into one of his latest Netflix specials, "Equanimity." All the Warriors forward could do was laugh it off.

Jordan Greer

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NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 1 games include Cavs-Celtics, Warriors-Rockets

Battles between the two top teams in each conference highlight this week's NBA slate.

Skylar Rolstad

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Lakers stealing notes from Warriors' blueprint in hopes of building contender

When the Lakers hired coach Luke Walton, it wasn't simply because he was part of the LA family. The organization wanted him to take what he learned from the Warriors and apply it to this young Lakers squad.

Joe Morgan

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NBA trade rumors: Warriors could deal unhappy JaVale McGee; Bucks interested

JaVale McGee isn't happy about his minutes with the Warriors. He could be on the move ahead of the Feb. 8 trade deadline.

Jordan Greer

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NBA admits in last-two-minute report Kevin Durant fouled LeBron James three times

The NBA admits its referees made errors by not calling Kevin Durant for these fouls.

Jordan Heck

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Cavs vs. Warriors: Score, results, highlights from Golden State's Christmas Day win

Sporting News provided live updates for the matchup between the Cavs and Warriors. See what you missed from a hard-fought Christmas Day game.

Jordan Greer

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NBA on Christmas Day: What to watch for in each game, including Cavs vs. Warriors rematch

The headliner is a rematch of the last three NBA Finals between the Cavaliers and Warriors, but there’s a good balance of teams looking to compete this season and teams looking to compete in the future.

Scott Rafferty

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NBA schedule: Week of Dec. 25 NBA games, including premier Christmas Day matchups

Cavs-Warriors highlights the NBA Christmas Day schedule, but the rest of the week also packs a few must-see games.

Skylar Rolstad

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NBA Christmas Day schedule: Cavs-Warriors, Rockets-Thunder and more on Dec. 25

A Finals rematch highlights the NBA's Christmas Day slate, along with an exciting Western Conference clash and a battle between two teams filled with budding superstars in Sixers-Knicks.

Skylar Rolstad

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NBA schedule: Week of Dec. 18 games include Celtics-Knicks and Lakers-Warriors

The premier matchups this week include Celtics-Knicks and Lakers-Warriors.

Skylar Rolstad

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NBA Power Rankings: Chris Paul keeps Rockets flying high, Cavs can't be stopped

SN's Sean Deveney examines some subtle trends that have emerged within each team in his latest NBA Power Rankings.

Sean Deveney

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Kevin Durant pulls out 'bag of tricks' to remind everyone Thunder KD still exists

On Wednesday night in Charlotte, Warriors star Kevin Durant sent a message to the rest of the league. He is still an absolute force when necessary, even if basketball fans don't get to see that version of him all that often.

Jordan Greer

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Jordan Bell proving to be well worth $3.5 million gamble for Warriors

A second-round pick in the 2017 NBA Draft has worked his way into the rotation of the best team in the NBA. How has Jordan Bell done it?

Scott Rafferty

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Stephen Curry injury gives Kevin Durant opportunity to refocus, get Warriors back to business

After Monday night's game against the Pelicans, the Warriors are going to need a lot more leadership from Durant through the month of December, whether by force or by example.

Jordan Greer

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Stephen Curry injury, Kevin Durant ejection overshadow Warriors' rally vs. Pelicans

Golden State was without Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant for the final seconds of Monday's game in New Orleans. Both men might miss more time this week.

Tom Gatto

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NBA All-Star Game 2018: Projecting starters, reserves in battle for final Western Conference spots

Even after losing big names to injury, the Western Conference is still stacked with talent. SN's Sean Deveney gives his All-Star picks for the West.

Sean Deveney

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Explaining why Klay Thompson wants nothing to do with Gatorade

No bottle of Gatorade is safe when Klay Thompson is around.

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Ayesha Curry defends Steph after Twitter user claims he snubbed young fan

Ayesha Curry has come to her husband's defense after a Twitter user shared a video suggesting he snubbed a young fan.

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NBA Power Rankings: Sixers join league's elite, Thunder's struggles continue

SN's latest Power Rankings focus on the biggest quarter-season surprises and disappointments for each team, from the elite Celtics and Warriors down to the lowly Kings and Bulls.

Sean Deveney

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How Messi's salary compares with Mayweather & Curry

The Argentine has committed to lucrative fresh terms at Camp Nou, but where does he stand in the order of big earners from the world of sport?

Iain Strachan

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Warriors vs. Thunder: Score, results, highlights from OKC's blowout win

Sporting News provided live updates for the Western Conference matchup between the defending champion Warriors and new-look Thunder.

Jordan Greer

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Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson still unable to solve Brad Stevens' defense

Warriors star Stephen Curry first encountered Brad Stevens' defense eight years ago. He's still trying to figure it out.

Sean Deveney

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Warriors vs. Celtics: Score, results, highlights from Boston's comeback win

The Celtics clawed their way to a 92-88 victory over the Warriors on Thursday night. Sporting News provided live updates and highlights throughout the exciting contest.

Jordan Greer

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Warriors see themselves — and a future threat — in young, rising Celtics

Led by Brad Stevens, the Celtics most resemble what the Warriors do. Thursday night's game could be a harbinger of things to come.

Sean Deveney

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Draymond Green says LeBron James, Cavs shouldn't panic, but he has concerns

Warriors forward Draymond Green says LeBron James' minutes should worry Cavs fans more than the current state of the team.

Jordan Greer

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What Up With Stat? Warriors' domination, Kyle Lowry's struggles and more early NBA numbers

The Warriors are crushing opponents in the third quarter, Kyle Lowry can't find his way in the Raptors' offense and Dion Waiters is the NBA's best clutch scorer. (Take all of these numbers with a small sample size grain of salt.)

Jordan Greer

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NBA Power Rankings: Celtics ride defense to No. 1 spot, Cavs keep stumbling

The Celtics have won 12 games in a row despite a spate of injuries to start the year. The incredible defensive improvement this season is why Boston tops Sean Deveney's Power Rankings.

Sean Deveney

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This is how Kevin Durant reacted when he saw Gordon Hayward's injury live

Warriors star Kevin Durant was watching opening night live when Gordon Hayward went down with a dislocated ankle and fractured tibia.

Jordan Greer

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Biggest NBA overreactions: Lonzo Ball's debut, Warriors' struggles, Giannis Antetokounmpo's explosion

The Warriors won't win the title, Lonzo Ball is a bust (or Rookie of the Year) and more hot takes from the first week of NBA action.

Jordan Greer

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Pep: Invicible talk 'ridiculous'

The Man City boss is sure his side will lose games this season but insists complacency will not be a factor

Dom Farrell

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Rockets vs. Warriors: Score, results, highlights from Houston's opening night victory

The NBA is back! SN provided live updates for the opening night matchup between the Rockets and Warriors.

Jordan Greer

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Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook 'broke the ice' after Thunder star won MVP, Kendrick Perkins says

There's a chance all of the drama between Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook could be coming to an end.

Jordan Greer

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WATCH: Curry scores penalty at Chelsea

The NBA star showed his skills with a ball at his feet, scoring a penalty on Chelsea's home pitch

Sacha Pisani

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Pogba, Lukaku and NBA star in LA

The Manchester United stars caught up with the Golden State Warriors All-Star in Los Angeles on Friday ahead of their match-up with the Galaxy.

Sacha Pisani

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Messi & Barca congratulate Warriors

Kevin Durant led the way as the Golden State dethroned defending champions the Cleveland Cavaliers thanks to a 129-120 game-five win on Monday

Sacha Pisani

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Neymar courtside for NBA Finals

The Barcelona star had an up-close view as the Golden State Warriors topped the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday

Sacha Pisani

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​NBA Finals odds, Game 1 line: Warriors open as big favorites over Cavs

The Warriors opened as substantial favorites to win Game 1 and the 2017 NBA Finals.

Marcus Dinitto

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James Harden is making history while the Rockets go streaking

The Rockets star also had 10 turnovers to go with his triple-double.

Alec Brzezinski

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Smash Mouth trolls Green

The band was not pleased when Green yelled at Durant during the Warriors' collapse against the Grizzlies on Friday night.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Sunday's Warriors-Kings game to be streamed via Facebook Live to fans in India

Sunday's game in Sacramento will be the first time a regular-season game will be streamed via Facebook Live.

Joe Rodgers

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Green 'happy' about loss

Draymond Green said the loss will compel the team to correct some crucial mistakes.

Gabrielle McMillen

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Warriors blow 24-point lead, chance for revenge vs. Grizzlies; eyes turn to Feb. meeting

Memphis stunned Stephen Curry and Co. on the Dubs' home floor, erasing a huge deficit and then prevailing in overtime.

Arthur Weinstein

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Clippers can be dangerous again soon — if they can stay healthy

The Clippers have struggled lately without Chris Paul and Blake Griffin, but once they're back, expect Los Angeles to turn from prey to predator again.

Alec Brzezinski

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Stephen Curry's shoes sell for $45K

Stephen Curry wore two pairs of special "Ghost Ship" shoes for the Warriors' Dec. 15 game against the Knicks.

Arthur Weinstein

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Kevin Durant doesn't care about triple-doubles, apparently

Durant scored 19 while grabbing 11 boards with 10 assists on Friday.

Alec Brzezinski

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Isaiah Thomas' historic night another step forward for Celtics

Thomas became the fifth player in Celtics franchise history to score 50 or more points in a game. The rest of the group includes three Hall of Famers and future Hall of Famer.

Alec Brzezinski

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Fifth Quarter: Dec. 28 results

Jimmy Butler scored nine points in the final 2:30 to match his season high with 40 points, including an 18-foot game-winner.

Joe Rodgers

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NBA cites two

The NBA admitted Monday that its officials missed two calls late in the Cavaliers win over the Warriors on Christmas Day.

Arthur Weinstein

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LeBron James gives kudos to...

LeBron James poked fun at teammate Richard Jefferson dunk on Instagram: "Man to be 95 years of age and still being able to do this."

Arthur Weinstein

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Not even Ohio newspapers can resist instigating Warriors

The entire state of Ohio, it seems, is piling on the Golden State Warriors, and The Morning Journal newspaper is the latest example.

Marcus Dinitto

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Everyone had to step over Stephen Curry dummy to enter LeBron James' party

LeBron James was very petty at his Halloween party.

Jordan Heck

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Cavs laugh at Channing Frye after he's caught editing his own Wiki page

Editing your own Wikipedia page is a bad look.

Jordan Heck

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Warriors coach Steve Kerr: Stephen Curry must be ‘smarter’

Warriors guard Stephen Curry's failure to take care of the basketball consistently is giving coach Steve Kerr grief.

Marcus Dinitto

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Cavs-Warriors review … or preview?

The Celtics won a family affair, the Cavs were the Cavs in beating the Warriors and the Spurs' LaMarcus Aldridge went off against the Bulls.

Bob Hille

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Cavaliers troll Warriors before Christmas Day showdown

Cleveland trolled Golden State with a blown-up photo of the key defensive play made by LeBron James in the 2016 NBA Finals.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Russell Westbrook showing not even history can stop him

The Boston Celtics kept Russell Westbrook in check for about 16 minutes on Friday night, but the Thunder star took over from there.

Marcus Dinitto

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Warriors super fan 'Sweetie' Helen Brooks dies at 107

The Warriors remembered their oldest and biggest fan for her "enthusiasm and zest for life," especially during their 2015 title run.

Brandon Schlager

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Stephen Curry chooses side in Red Sox-Yankees rivalry

All the baseball talk must have put the Warriors star in a mood as he showed off his windup in a bizarre pregame ritual Thursday in Brooklyn

Brandon Schlager

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Warriors' Draymond Green welcomes first son before Christmas

The Golden State star announced the birth of his son, Draymond Jamal Green, on his Instagram account Thursday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Russell Westbrook hits 'em with the Shammgod in history-making triple-double

Russell Westbrook even pulled out the famous Shammgod move after blowing by Suns forward Devin Booker en route to his 50th triple-double.

Joe Rodgers

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Rockets break NBA 3-point records in 9th straight win

The Rockets and James Harden made history Friday night as Houston topped New Orleans.

Joe Rodgers

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Stephen Curry sports special pair of Under Armours for Ghost Ship fire victims

Curry wore a special pair of shoes during the Warriors’ game against the Knicks Thursday to honor victims of the Oakland fire.

Marcus Dinitto

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Stephen Curry likely to become NBA's first $200-million player under new CBA

A five-year, $207 million deal could be coming the Golden State star's way next summer.

Marcus Dinitto

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Anthony Davis propping up Pelicans mates on his broad shoulders

Davis now has nine games of at least 25 points and 15 rebounds this season.

Alec Brzezinski

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Steve Kerr honors Craig Sager, leads 'moment of joy' before Warriors' game vs. Knicks

The Warriors coach joined the rest of the NBA in sharing his experiences with his former TNT colleague, who died Thursday.

Alec Brzezinski

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Timberwolves' young, talented nucleus starting to play to potential

Minnesota had lost eight out of its last nine games entering Tuesday.

Alec Brzezinski

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Stephen Curry explains post-shot high-five with Pelicans assistant

The Warriors star scored 30 points and had seven assists in his team's 113-109 win.

Alec Brzezinski

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Derrick Rose helping Knicks surge by returning to All-Star form

New York has seemingly solved its decade-old point guard issue, and it came from a somewhat unlikely source in Derrick Rose.

Arthur Weinstein

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Kawhi Leonard continues silent takeover of NBA

Leonard is one of the best two-way players in the NBA, but he would never admit it.

Alec Brzezinski

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Warriors' fab four proving too much to handle on most nights

Draymond Green finished two assists shy of a triple-double in Golden State's win over Utah His other big-name teammates were pretty good, too.

Alec Brzezinski

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Cavaliers, Warriors still look like class of NBA after marquee matchups become laughers

So much for Wednesday night's highly anticipated marquee matchups. Neither was much of a contest.

Ron Clements

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Carmelo Anthony tunes up for showdown with LeBron James by lighting up Heat

The Knicks forward scored 35 points in a 114-103 victory in Miami. Up next: a meeting with James and the Cavaliers in New York on Wednesday.

Ron Clements

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Warriors' Steve Kerr jokes about benching Klay Thompson after 60-point burst

Kerr was criticized for ending Thompson's big night early. Kerr didn't pay the critics any mind.

Gabrielle McMillen

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Klay Thompson’s 60 points in 29 minutes sets Twitter on fire

He became the first player in NBA history to score more than 50 points in under 30 minutes since the implementation of the shot clock.

T Webber and Bob...

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Cavs upend Raptors in thriller

The Cavs continued their success against Raptors, improving to 3-0 against their new rivals this season.

Alec Brzezinski

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Thompson scores 40 in first half

Thompson had no problem finding the bottom of the basket Monday against the Pacers.

Alec Brzezinski

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Watson says weed 'slippery slope'

Joining the conversation on whether sports leagues should consider permitting a use of the drug for medicinal purposes, Suns coach Earl Watson cautioned a "slippery slope."

Steven J. Gaither

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Gordon Hayward looking to make serious, loud noise in 2017

After turning in his third straight game of 30-plus points, people may need to start paying attention to the Jazz forward.

Alec Brzezinski

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Draymond Green, Klay Thompson back Steve Kerr's use of weed as painkiller

Steve Kerr admitted to using marijuana while coping with chronic back pain after finding no answer through traditional pain management.

Sacha Pisani

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Draymond Green criticizes NBA for 'unnatural act' interpretation

Green feels as though he is being unfairly targeted by the NBA for his high kicks.

Alec Brzezinski

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Warriors coach Steve Kerr admits to using marijuana for back pain

Kerr underwent two surgeries on his back in 2015 and missed the first four months of the 2015-16 season.

Travis Durkee

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Pronounce Giannis Antetokounmpo's name 'Su-per-star'

Giannis Antetokounmpo is terrorizing teams around the NBA, even as announcers and other players struggle to pronounce his name.

Arthur Weinstein

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Stephen Curry intends to stay with Warriors, barring free agency 'curveballs'

"It's hard to see myself anywhere else," the Warriors star said, but admits his NBA future may change like it did for teammate Kevin Durant.

Joe Rodgers

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Westbrook on triple-double streak

The Thunder star recorded his eighth triple-double of the season in Monday's 112-103 win over the Knicks.

Alec Brzezinski

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Carmelo Anthony's OT winner sets up Knicks for home-and-home sweep of Hornets

Carmelo Anthony records his first double-double of the season, but he saves his best for last, hitting the game-winner.

Alec Brzezinski

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Warriors figure to be in spirit of giving well after holidays

Golden State was dropping dimes all over Oracle Arena. "That shows we're getting more comfortable with each other," Kevin Durant says.

T Gatto and Alec...

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Lakers' D'Angelo Russell to miss 2-3 weeks with knee injury

The second-year guard has missed two of his team's last three games.

Ron Clements

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Lakers’ D'Angelo Russell to sit out Warriors game after missing win over OKC

Luke Walton: “If he can’t go out and play without any restrictions, it’s not really worth having him out there right now.”

Bob Hille

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Sixers finally win back-to-back

Joel Embiid and the 76ers did something they haven't done in a long time.

Steven J. Gaither

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Curry, Warriors win eighth straight

Stephen Curry scored 22 points on Monday night, but his most impressive basket was one that didn't count.

Steven J. Gaither

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Celtics different squad with Al Horford on floor

Back from a concussion, Horford came up huge in the final seconds to give the Pistons their first home loss.

Joe Rodgers

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Isaiah Thomas blasts Celtics for giving up to Warriors

Thomas was upset the Celtics coaches kept subbing out players, which the Warriors took advantage of.

Gabrielle McMillen

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Warriors still a work in progress, but rout of Celtics may have been big step forward

Klay Thompson looks as though he's emerging from his early-season doldrums. That's bad news for the rest of the NBA.

Steven J. Gaither

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Draymond Green calls Celtics fans 'desperate' for booing Kevin Durant

The Warriors forward says people need to re-evaluate their lives if they're still salty about KD choosing Golden State over Boston in the offseason.

Steven J. Gaither

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Klay Thompson enjoys beer

Klay Thompson kept it casual after win against Raptors.

Jordan Heck

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Drake bumped Kevin Durant during interview on Drake Night, and things got really awkward

Between the run-in and the Doris Burke shirt, it seems like Drake was trying to do a little too much on his big night.

Steven J. Gaither

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