Sharks strengthen Pacific lead, end Kings’ streak at five

San Jose stifles Los Angeles 4-1.

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Wizards coach Scott Brooks gets standing ovation in return to Oklahoma City (video)

When Scott Brooks took over the Thunder, they were 1-12 and headed toward their fourth straight losing season. In his first full season, he guided Oklahoma City to 50 wins. The team steadily rose to championship contention under his watch, peaking with an NBA Finals loss. Of course, the inevitable ascension of Kevin Durant, Russell […]

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Is there even any doubt Chad Johnson is the Flames’ guy?

Completed his third shutout of November by blanking the Maple Leafs.

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Carmelo Anthony’s game-winner spoils Karl-Anthony Towns’ 47-point night (video)

In a fun matchup between the players who finished 1-2 in Rookie of the Year voting last season, award-winner Karl-Anthony Towns (47 points, 18 rebounds, two assists and three blocks) eclipsed Kristaps Porzingis (29 points, eight rebounds, four assists and two blocks). But Porzingis had help from Carmelo Anthony, whose late jumper gave the Knicks […]

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Pre-game reading: What will David Pastrnak’s next contract look like?

While you're waiting for the puck to drop...

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PBT Extra: What does Grizzlies’ Mike Conley’s injury mean in Memphis?

They are 11-7 now, what will be the Grizzlies' record when Conley returns.

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Goalie nods: Murray looks for fourth straight win as Pens visit Brooklyn

He'll be up against Thomas Greiss, who gets his third straight start for the Isles.

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D-to-D now a no-no under Torts

It seems the old-school head coach has learned a few things.

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The four people who skipped fatal flight

Four people who were due to board the plane that crashed, killing 71 people in Colombia, have revealed how last-minute changes stopped them from getting on the flight.

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Iman Shumpert to Warriors: “We gon bust your ass. Period.”

Let the smack talk begin.

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Lakers’ Nick Young out 2-4 weeks with strained calf muscle

It looked like it could have been worse when it happened.

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Strome returns to Isles lineup, says team needs ‘wake-up call’

The Isles have some tough games coming up.

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Landeskog’s injury situation gets murkier, placed on IR

Not a lot of details regarding his lower-body ailment.

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It’s pretty tight in the Pacific Division

Just eight points separate first from last.

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Brian Burke goes full Brian Burke in shooting down Hamilton trade rumors

Always quotable!

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Could Sam Hinkie make a return to the NBA next season?

In a nation divided, one of the topics around sports which highlights that separation is Sam Hinkie. While there may be no person in sports more comfortable living in a world that is shades of gray, reactions to the former Philadelphia 76er GM were black and white: Either he was the smartest and most patient […]

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Alexander Wennberg is becoming a star for Columbus

"Once he has the puck on his stick, he’s deadly with it."

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Stan Wawrinka gifted HUGE chocolate trophy

Stan Wawrinka has three grand slam titles to his name but this could be the sweetest one yet.

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Bolts recall pair of forwards as losses, injuries pile up

Joel Vermin and former Montreal winger Michael Bournival are on their way up.

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Make that at least three games Dirk Nowitzki is going sit out to rest Achilles

He's played in just two games this season.

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Preds sign Pardy to one-year deal

But in order to join the team, he'll need to clear waivers first.

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Rangers remain NHL’s most valuable team, according to Forbes

Who gained the most? Fell the most?

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Report: Pelicans could get Tyreke Evans back in a couple of weeks

He could be a good sixth man on this team.

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Life moves fast: Fayne back with Oilers after being waived, demoted

An injury to Eric Gryba opened the door.

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Watch Giannis Antetokounmpo drop 34 on Cavaliers (almost all at the rim)

If you want to know what a lay-up line looks line in an NBA game, watch the video above. Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo tied his career high of 34 points to lead the Bucks to the upset of the Cavaliers on Tuesday, and he did it getting to the bucket at will — 15 of his […]

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Bednar rips Avs’ lack of intensity, a familiar refrain this season

"Too many guys wading into the game, seeing how the game goes. We need more passion."

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Boudreau left fuming after Wild blow 2-0 lead in Vancouver

"We’re not leading the league by 20 points or anything like that."

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Sixers to send Nerlens Noel to D-League for rehab assignment

It's going to be difficult to get Noel run in a crowded frontcourt, but they want to showcase him for a potential trade.

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NHL On NBCSN Doubleheader: Penguins vs. Islanders, Sharks vs. Kings

It is another rivalry night with two big divisional matchups on the schedule

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Watch Trevor Ariza hit circus shot for Rockets against Jazz

Ariza found a way to score on the Jazz defense. The hard way.

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Bobby Ryan will miss Senators’ next game

He aggravated a hand injury that already kept him out of the lineup this season

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Watch Anthony Davis drop 41 on the Lakers

He can beat you inside or outside and did both to Los Angeles.

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Tiger Woods: 'Winning is an evolution'

A year ago he couldn't see the light at the end of the tunnel, but now Tiger Woods is back and desperate to show his competitive fire remains undimmed.

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Watch Rudy Gobert completely reject Nene at the rim (VIDEO)

A monster block by Gobert was part of a Jazz win over the Rockets, 120-101 on Tuesday night.

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Three things we learned Tuesday: Sometimes good teams have bad nights. At the same time.

Also, it was a big night for the Greek Freak.

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PHT Morning Skate: Andrew Shaw had a penalty box meltdown

He was not happy with the officials after he was called for hooking late in the third period

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Football's fastest man vs. Bolt: Who wins?

Usain Bolt has fended off many challengers, but how would he do against lightning fast football star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang?

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Williams pens scathing letter on gender bias

In a letter featured in Porter magazine, Williams says the issue of equal pay frustrates her, as does the term "female" athlete when referencing her career.

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Female jockey: Gender doesn't matter

Hayley Moore's brother Ryan is arguably the world's leading jockey, but she argues women can make it to the top in flat racing in part thanks to a new all-female series.

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Blackhawks best Panthers in first game for Florida’s new coach

Jaromir Jagr collected career goal 753, but it wasn't enough.

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Hayward scores 31, leads Jazz to 120-101 win over Rockets

Gordon Hayward scored a season-high 31 points, helping the Utah Jazz beat the Houston Rockets 120-101 on Tuesday night for their season-best fourth straight win.

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Ibaka’s 18 points help Magic upend sloppy Spurs 95-83

Serge Ibaka had 18 points and the Orlando Magic took advantage of a sloppy night by San Antonio, winning 95-83 on Tuesday to snap the Spurs' nine-game winning streak.

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Johansen’s uncanny goal helps Predators stay hot

Did Nashville generate the goal of the night?

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Kilpatrick, Nets rally for double-OT victory over Clippers

��� Sean Kilpatrick scored 31 of his career-high 38 points after the third quarter and the Brooklyn Nets stopped a seven-game losing streak with a 127-122 double-overtime victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night.

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Antetokounmpo ties career scoring high, Bucks rout Cavs

Giannis Antetokounmpo tied a career high with 34 points and the Milwaukee Bucks stunned the Cleveland Cavaliers 118-101 on Tuesday night.

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Harris scores 24, Pistons blow past Hornets 112-89

Tobias Harris scored 24 points, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Marcus Morris each had 18 points and the Detroit Pistons beat the Charlotte Hornets 112-89 on Tuesday night for their third straight win.

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Watch Bucks F Thon Maker break Birdman’s ankles, drain jumper

Thon Maker only played three minutes against the Cavaliers but he made the highlight reel for sure.

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Paul Pierce missed a dunk so Chris Paul performed CPR on him (VIDEO)

In a crazy 2OT game, this was at least one point of levity.

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J.R. Smith does postgame interview in mask, hoodie as “alter ego”

A balaclava mask and a hoodie turns J.R. Smith into his alter ego, apparently.

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Matthews, Leafs too much for McDavid and the Oilers

A rare road win for Toronto; three straight losses for Edmonton.

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