Penguins keep threepeat hopes alive by clinching playoffs

So, should the Penguins start resting their big stars?

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Tough injury night for defensemen, including Ryan Suter?

Travis Dermott (Toronto), Brandon Carlo, and Victor Antipin also on the list.

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Sabres’ Antipin leaves on stretcher after Hartnell hit

Another unfortunate moment from Saturday.

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All-star John Wall returns as Wizards beat Hornets

Washington coach Scott Brooks was excited to have his "Ferrari" back.

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Panthers struggle to handle bumps in the road

They sunk to 16-19-5 on the road after today's loss to Boston.

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Did Anthony Davis actually shave his unibrow? (Tomorrow is April Fool’s day)

I know the Internet has never lied to us, but you buying that?

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Joel Embiid had his facial surgery Saturday. And now we wait.

The Sixers are optimistic Embiid will only miss a game or two of the playoffs (which start in two weeks).

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Report: Kawhi Leonard returns to New York to continue knee rehab with specialists

It seems highly unlikely that Leonard is back with the Spurs for the playoffs.

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Bruins’ Brandon Carlo stretchered off ice following awkward fall

Another injury for the Boston Bruins on defense.

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Ovechkin, a durable ‘Russian machine,’ reaches 1,000 games

Alex Ovechkin is built like a linebacker with the motor of a steam engine and the mentality of a wrecking ball.

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Julius Randle shows no mercy with poster dunk on Tyler Zeller (VIDEO)

Randle is going to get PAID this summer.

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Avalanche lose Semyon Varlamov for season, Erik Johnson for 6 weeks

The Colorado Avalanche will have to try to make the playoffs without two key players.

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It’s official: Jason Kidd, Steve Nash, Ray Allen headline 2018 basketball Hall of Fame class

It was a good year for guards.

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He’s in: Eeli Tolvanen to make debut for Predators on Saturday night

The best team in the Western Conference is getting even more help.

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Report: Sixers hope Joel Embiid will only miss one playoff game

That requires everything to go right, but it's not impossible.

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NHL Playoff Push: Panthers start tough stretch run; Penguins, Sharks could clinch

The Florida Panthers have a tough stretch to close out the season. The Pittsburgh Penguins and San Jose Sharks could clinch playoff berths on Saturday. The Vegas Golden Knights could clinch the Pacific Division.

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Jeff Hornacek: Triangle probably hurt Knicks in free agency

Duh (also a reversal for Hornacek)

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Damian Lillard’s half brother shot in mall parking lot

Authorities say the half-brother of Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard was shot Thursday during a confrontation with two men in a mall parking lot.

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Kevin Durant: I thought championship would fill void, but it didn’t

Warriors star says throwing himself into basketball has led to ejections

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Hawks shut down Dennis Schroder for rest of season

Point guard sprained ankle

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Now Giannis Antetokounmpo says he should be MVP

He's right... I mean, he's right that he's not the favorite anymore.

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Lundqvist and rebuilding Rangers brace for rough road ahead

''It was definitely a new experience. But we're all on board in this.''

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Detroit’s Blake Griffin has ankle bone bruise, to be evaluated in a week

The Detroit Pistons say star forward Blake Griffin has a bone bruise on his right ankle and will be evaluated again in a week.

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USHL team invites Blackhawks’ Scott Foster to be their ’emergency accountant’

The Chicago Steel are looking for some help.

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Bulls’ Robin Lopez fined $25,000 for “verbal abuse of official.” He got his money’s worth.

Lopez knew this was coming.

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Kevin Durant says Thunder, not Celtics or Clippers, were second choice to Warriors in 2016 free agency

What about Durant's Oklahoma City-bashing tweets?

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NHL Playoff Push: Blues go for 7 in a row, Ducks-Kings meet in huge game

The four teams competing for the three remaining playoff spots in the Western Conference are all in action tonight. Two of them are playing each other. It is a big night in the playoff race.

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Daniel Gafford, possible lottery pick, returning to Arkansas

Unconventional route

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2018 NHL Draft Lottery Watch: Hurricanes, Stars ready to enter the mix

Today's updated look at the race to draft Rasmus Dahlin.

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Report: Tyronn Lue to attend Cavaliers-Pelicans game as observer

Coach ramping up duties

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Oilers are robbing Connor McDavid of another MVP award

They also robbed themselves of a chance to compete for a championship.

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Kevin Durant ejected for fifth time, tied for most in season since Rasheed Wallace

Warriors star says issue won't carry into playoffs

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Kevin Durant all good with LaVar Ball: “He reminds me of a normal AAU dad”

"A lot of players wish they had dads like LaVar. Just being there in support." —Kevin Durant

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Vanek acquisition has paid huge dividends for Blue Jackets

A quiet deadline pickup has turned into so much more.

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Raptors’ reserves rolling, and they don’t plan to let playoffs stop them

Toronto's excellent bench has earned postseason role

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Andre Iguodala says Warriors locker room talk about investing; he discusses money, wealth

"I think it's always important for young athletes to position themselves with the veterans who are professionally and financially savvy."

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PHT Morning Skate: Donato among Hobey Baker finalists; How good is Kopitar?

Friday's collection of links.

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Three Things to Know: Joel Embiid injury changes playoff vibe in Eastern Conference

Also, Durant got ejected again and the Warriors lost again.

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Defense, LaMarcus Aldridge’s double-double lift Spurs past Thunder

Needing a win to strengthen their playoff hopes, the Spurs turned to defense and LaMarcus Aldridge.

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Predators bolster roster with signing of KHL standout Eeli Tolvanen

KHL stud signs with Predators on Thursday.

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Joel Embiid needs surgery for eye-socket fracture, out indefinitely

He likely misses 2-4 weeks.

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Lakers make it official: Isaiah Thomas has hip surgery, done for season

He will be healthy and ready to go for the next playoffs, the question is where he will be playing?

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Trend starter? High-level recruit Darius Bazley decommits from Syracuse to play in G-League

If he goes the G-League route and gets picked high others will consider it.

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WATCH LIVE: Dallas Stars at Minnesota Wild

A ton on the line for the Stars, in particular.

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Rare Air: LeBron James on cusp of passing Michael Jordan’s scoring mark

A generation of kids wanted to be like Michael Jordan. They bought his red-and-black Nikes and sported his No. 23 Bulls jersey. They mimicked Jordan's spin move and fadeaway jumper and even wagged their tongues the way he did on a flight to the rim.

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Joel Embiid not traveling with Sixers on two-game road trip, no return timetable

Getting Embiid rest before the playoffs start (injured or not) is smart, but it could cost the team seeding.

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NHL Playoff Push: Penguins – Devils, Bruins – Bolts, and more

Also big games for Blue Jackets, Stars, and Panthers.

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Report: Rod Thorn to enter Basketball Hall of Fame

Thorn drafted Michael Jordan

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Maryland’s Justin Jackson, potential first-round pick, entering NBA draft despite shoulder injury

Maryland sophomore forward Justin Jackson had season-ending shoulder surgery in December, complicating his NBA aspirations. He’s still turning pro, though. Jonathan Givony of ESPN: Maryland sophomore Justin Jackson is foregoing his final two seasons of eligibility and declaring for the 2018 NBA draft. Jackson will hire an agent in the near future. Unfortunately for him,

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Bruins or Lightning: Who wins Atlantic Division title?

Breaking down what could be a thrilling race.

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Kevin Durant: I celebrated title with Taco Bell that ‘ran through me just like it would a normal person’

Durant also rants about 'blog boys' and stats

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Josh Ho-Sang blasts Islanders, and he’s right

" ... I got sent down for defense and what are they in goals against in the NHL?"

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Stephon Clark’s brother says protestors shouldn’t block entrance to Sacrament Kings games

Kings host Pacers tonight

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Boyle, Okposo, Staal among 2018 Masterton Trophy nominees

The 31 nominees are selected by each PHWA chapter.

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Report: Steve Nash, Jason Kidd, Grant Hill, Maurice cheeks elected to Basketball Hall of Fame

Two locks, one probable inclusion and a questionable call

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NHL on NBCSN: Wild look to bury Stars’ playoff hopes

Must-win for Dallas.

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76ers’ Dario Saric: ‘I don’t want to play against LeBron’

Philadelphia forward has a playoff preference

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PBT Extra: Isaiah Thomas’ hip surgery will limit his free agency options this summer

Thomas may be forced into a one-year contract now to prove his value and get a payday in 2019.

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PHT Morning Skate: Couple gets engaged at Bolts practice; Worst teams in recent memory

Thursdays collection of links.

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Dennis Smith Jr. drops 360 dunk on Lakers (video)

Mavericks fall to Los Angeles

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Three Things to Know: Karl-Anthony Towns goes off, Joel Embiid goes out

Also, Celtics' Jaylen Brown's game-winner a sour note for Jazz.

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PBT Extra Player of the Week: Kemba Walker

Walker tore it up during a four-game Charlotte win streak.

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Report: Trail Blazers forward Maurice Harkless expected to miss 2-3 weeks

Harkless undergoes knee surgery

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Potential top-three pick, Duke’s Marvin Bagley III, declares for NBA draft

Big man brings plenty of positives, though also a couple complications

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WATCH LIVE: Wednesday Night Rivalry – Rangers at Capitals

Washington zeroes in on Metro title, Alex Ovechkin eyes Maurice Richard Trophy.

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Tanks for nothing: Some NHL teams can’t win for losing

If misery likes company, the Sabres aren't the only ones stuck in a rut.

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Canadian NHL teams, Craig Anderson continue odd pattern

Peaks and valleys, strange parallels.

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Glenn Robinson III pulls off 360 dunk in game against Warriors (video)

Pacers forward shows why Steve Kerr said Pacers have 'a life force, an energy, an aura'

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2018 NHL Draft Lottery Watch: Will Coyotes tank?

The latest regarding who has the best 2018 NHL Draft Lottery odds.

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Jakob Poeltl throws down monster non-dunk on Paul Millsap (video)

Raptors beat Nuggets

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Michigan State’s likely lottery pick Miles Bridges declares for NBA Draft

Bridges is expected to be a late lottery pick, in the 10-13 range.

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Kevin Love put in concussion protocol, out vs. Charlotte Wednesday

Without him the Cavaliers offense is all LeBron James again.

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NHL Playoff Push: Crucial games for Flyers, Avs, Panthers

Bubble battles, pushes for division titles, and more.

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Isaiah Thomas to have surgery on surgery on right hip, done for season

It's hard not to wonder "what if"...

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Jets’ Morrissey avoids suspension for hit on Bruins’ Grzelcyk

Bruins fans have not been happy with the Department of Player Safety lately.

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NBA Power Rankings: Rockets, Raptors settled in on top, movement in the middle

Phoenix has all but locked up the bottom spot.

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Autopsy: G-League’s Zeke Upshaw had ‘sudden cardiac death’

A medical examiner says he observed some "cardiac abnormalities."

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Should Ken Holland be the one to lead Red Wings’ rebuild?

Holland has been GM of the Red Wings since 1997.

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NBC Sports to air special on Golden Knights’ incredible inaugural season

“This is an inspirational story of a franchise that continues to defy the longest of odds, whose unimaginable success helped lift a grieving community in the wake of an unspeakable tragedy.”

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LeBron James on MVP race: “I would vote for me”

LeBron has had an amazing campaign in his 15th NBA season at age 33. He's just not the MVP this season.

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NHL on NBCSN: Capitals look to extend win streak to five games against Rangers

New York has two intriguing prospects on their roster right now.

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Bruins’ Zdeno Chara staying in Boston after inking one-year extension

The 41-year-old Chara will make $5 million next season.

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Tom Thibodeau laments lack of toughness; Wolves try to hang on

The Minnesota Timberwolves are tantalizingly close to the tormented franchise's first appearance in the playoffs in 14 years.

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PHT Morning Skate: Weber ready for camp; Marchand deserves to be in Hart Trophy mix

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Three Things to Know: Kevin Love, Cavaliers get knocked around by Heat

Also, Damian Lillard goes HAM in the fourth quarter, then bolts team for the birth of his son.

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This Milos Teodosic no-look over-the-shoulder pass is insane (VIDEO)

I'd call that a good look but my man didn't use his eyes on that one.

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Dirk Nowitzki on possible 21st NBA season: “As of now, I’m planning to come back”

This is what he has said all along.

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Vegas has an interesting plan to keep out opposing fans in the playoffs

If you are a Vegas Golden Knights season ticket holder you are being encouraged to keep your tickets.

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Another day, another report Knicks ready to move on from coach Jeff Hornacek

It's hard to find anyone around the league who expects Hornacek to be back.

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Pelicans’ Alexis Ajinca officially to miss entire season following another knee surgery

Ajinca is under contract with the Pelicans next season for $5.3 million.

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West playoff races could come down to final day

Plenty of fascinating head-to-head matches down the stretch, too.

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Erik Spoelstra, new father at age 47, returns to Heat

Coach missed loss to Pacers, returns for game against Heat

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NBA experimenting with 99-cent fourth-quarter streaming

Cool idea

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NHL Playoff Push: Last gasps; incentive to tank?

Plenty on the line, whether teams are desperate to win or better off losing.

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NHL change to goaltender interference reviews begins now

The NHL board of governors approved the change Tuesday.

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Felony charge recommended for Hawks guard Dennis Schroder

Victim suffered torn meniscus and ACL, according to medical records cited by DeKalb Assistant Solicitor-General

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Aaron Holiday, brother of Jrue Holiday and Justin Holiday, declares for NBA draft

UCLA guard will reportedly hire agent

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Christian Ehrhoff retires from hockey, but Sabres will keep paying him

A look out some of the NHL's biggest buyouts, and the Sabres history with such moves.

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NBA fines Trail Blazers wing Evan Turner for Maurice Jones-Drew-esque gesture (video)

Another issue before the scuffle with Thunder

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Will pending free agent Isaiah Thomas get career back on track?

Thomas nearing conclusion of turbulent year with Celtics, Cavaliers and Lakers

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‘This is not the end’: Golden Knights’ historic season continues with playoff berth

The Golden Knights aren't done making history.

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Lightning looking to get ‘swagger back’ after tough few weeks

They haven't looked like themselves lately.

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Joel Embiid throws down facial dunk on Paul Millsap (video)

Millsap can thank Nuggets teammate Jamal Murray for this one

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LiAngelo Ball declares for NBA draft

Will Lakers appease LaVar Ball and get LiAngelo?

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PHT Morning Skate: Allen coming up clutch; Who plays with McDavid, Nugent-Hopkins?

Tuesday's collection of links.

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After game Markelle Fultz mum on shoulder, thought fans’ chants were for Nick Foles

Fultz has been well coached — he made the correct PR play when asked about his shoulder and shot.

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Three Things to Know: Markelle Fultz is back and that’s good for him, Sixers

Also, RIP Zeke Upshaw.

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Isaiah Thomas leaves Lakers to have hip checked by doctors in New York

He is "evaluating treatment options."

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Rangers pull Georgiev after trip to Ovechkin’s office

Ovechkin moves to 45 goals on the season, 603 in his career.

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John Wall says he dropped 10-15 pounds since injury, is “feeling great”

Wall likely gets back on the court with the Wizards this week.

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WATCH LIVE: Washington Capitals at New York Rangers

Some interesting young scorers suit up for Rangers vs. Alex Ovechkin & Co.

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Jeff Teague latest Timberwolves starter to advocate for bench minutes

Good luck convincing Tom Thibodeau

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As expected, Michael Porter Jr. declares for draft despite injury-plagued season

Porter's stock has fallen since before the spinal surgery, but he's still a lock top 10 pick. Maybe top five.

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Markelle Fultz active, will come off bench for 76ers Monday night

Fultz will play the backup minutes behind Ben Simmons, keeping another shot creator on the floor.

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Warriors’ Steve Kerr: “We can beat anybody without Steph”

He's right. Well, except for Houston.

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Blake Griffin: Pistons ‘made me realize what a franchise looks like’

Shot at Clippers?

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Report: Bulls sign Sean Kilpatrick to three-year contract with $2.1 million guaranteed

Chicago takes advantage of being below salary floor

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Let’s examine the Ducks’ OT strategy of waiting out, exhausting the Oilers (Video)

This was something to watch unfold.

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Marcus Johansson on Brad Marchand elbow: ‘There was no point in doing that’

The Devils forward has not played since Jan. 23.

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Kevin Durant shows off snake shoes (photo)

Warriors star embraces insult

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Eeli Tolvanen is coming as the Predators get even stronger

The 18-year-old Tolvanen is coming off a standout season in the KHL.

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NHL Power Rankings: The Penguins are better than they were a year ago

The Pittsburgh Penguins have not always looked great recently. They are still winning. They are also better than they were at this time a year ago.

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Zeke Upshaw, who played for Pistons’ minor-league affiliate, dies after collapsing on court

Grand Rapids Drive player collapsed during game Saturday

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Report: Ohio State’s Keita Bates-Diop declaring for NBA draft

Projected first-rounder

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Bradley Beal: If Wizards don’t play better, ‘we’re going to get our asses kicked in the playoffs’

Beal: 'We're acting like we don't give a damn, honestly'

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NHL on NBCSN: Ovechkin continues pursuit of 50 as Capitals visit Rangers

Capitals begin home-and-home with Rangers live on NBCSN.

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NHL Playoff Push: Panthers, Avalanche in search of key wins Monday

Time is now for Florida, Colorado.

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Knicks’ Kyle O’Quinn on shouting match with coach Jeff Hornacek: ‘Two wrongs don’t make a right’

Hornacek upset with O'Quinn's defense (video)

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PHT Morning Skate: CWHL, NHWL champions crowned; Frozen Four set

Monday's collection of links.

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Three Things to Know: Just how vulnerable are Warriors without Stephen Curry?

If not in the first round, Portland looks more and more like a real threat in the second.

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Shaq pitches his brand, business side on HBO’s Real Sports

Shaq makes more now in endorsements than he did as a player.

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LeBron James scores 37, Cavaliers beat Nets for 5th straight win

LeBron looks pretty much unstoppable at this point.

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Marchand nets fifth OT goal of season in win over Wild

Patrice Bergeron also made an immediate impact in his return to the lineup.

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Stars season all but over after loss to Canucks

They've lost eight games in a row.

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Steve Kerr on Stephen Curry playing in first round of playoffs: “There’s no way”

Welp.

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Deadline acquisitions Kane, Fehr helped spark ‘desperate’ Sharks

San Jose is riding a seven-game winning streak.

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WATCH LIVE: Boston Bruins at Minnesota Wild

Patrice Bergeron and Torey Krug are back for Boston.

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Kings, Celtics both wear shirt in support of Stephon Clark (PHOTOS)

Clark was killed by Sacramento PD despite being unarmed. Protesters had already delayed one Kings game earlier in the week.

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Gregg Popovich offers praise for March for Our Lives, chastises Trump, ‘hidden’ politicians

Popovich said of Trump, "A real leader would have been in Washington D.C. this weekend."

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Crosby, Schultz lift Penguins to big win over Flyers

Sidney Crosby added another highlight reel goal in the win.

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LeBron James throws down huge poster dunk over Nets (VIDEO)

Joe Harris did the best he could do in that scenario.

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NHL On NBCSN: Bergeron ‘very likely’ to return as Bruins visit Wild

The Boston Bruins are getting some big help on Sunday night. Catch all of the action on NBCSN.

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NHL Playoff Push: Desperation time for the Stars

The Dallas Stars need a win. Many wins.

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John Wall goes through 5-on-5, full-contact practice as he nears return

He should be back in the coming days.

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WATCH LIVE: Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers visit the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday afternoon. Catch all of the action on NBC or on our Live Stream at 12:30 p.m. ET.

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Will Markelle Fultz return to 76ers this season? It’s up to him

The Philadelphia 76ers want Markelle Fultz back this season, but only when the No. 1 pick in last year's draft is comfortable.

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Nets/Raptors game was stopped so referees could check if rim was level

The workman had to adjust the rim to get it right.

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NHL Playoff Races: Blues end Blue Jackets’ run at 10

Also key wins for Devils, Panthers, and Avalanche.

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Ben Simmons with 10th triple-double of season: 15 points, 13 assists, 12 rebounds

He did it all in three quarters of work.

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Why Flames are going out with a whimper

A 5-1 loss to the Sharks was the latest blow to their shattered playoff hopes.

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Kevin Durant on Warriors injuries: “There’s nothing to worry about”

Durant is right.

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Stephen Curry out at least three weeks with Grade 2 MCL sprain

The playoffs begin in exactly three weeks, which is when Curry will be re-evaluated.

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Kyrie Irving out 3-6 weeks following surgery on his knee

Irving could be back right around the start of the playoffs, or maybe not until the start of the second round.

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Fists fly in Winnipeg: Wheeler and Chiarot exchange pleasantries in practice altercation

Wheeler, Chiarot throw down in Jets practice.

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Doctor working with Kristaps Porzingis: “He’ll be better than ever”

This doctor thinks he can shave months off the standard recovery timeline.

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Flying under the radar: Kyle Connor’s rookie season has been quietly impressive

Flying under the radar, Kyle Connor has flourished as a rookie.

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Former Kings’ players DeMarcus Cousins, Matt Barnes reach out to pay for funeral of Stephon Clark

Steve Kerr and David West also commented on the incident.

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NHL Playoff Push: Blues, Panthers chasing key points on Saturday

Fortunes can change for many on Saturday.

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Utah’s Donovan Mitchell with shot of night to force OT with Spurs

One of the factors to consider in the Rookie of the Year race: clutch plays.

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PBT Extra: Who is coming out of the Eastern Conference?

The Toronto Raptors will finish with the No. 1 seed.

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LaMarcus Aldridge drops career-high 45 points, Spurs beat Jazz in OT

LaMarcus Aldridge had a career-high 45 points, helping San Antonio overcome Donovan Mitchell's 35-point performance.

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Cavaliers get Nance Jr., Thompson, Hood back from injuries

The Cavaliers are closer to being at full strength.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo out for Bucks-Bulls with ankle injury

Star sprained ankle against Clippers

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PBT Extra: What is going on in San Antonio?

Long term, this is nothing major.

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Report: Rockets to waive Brandan Wright

The Rockets are going to sign forward Le’Bryan Nash out of the G-League on a 10-day contract.

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The time Chauncey Billups tried to trick teams into believing he’d be a bad teammate

Gambit predictably failed

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‘Monster year’ could land John Carlson a monster contract

"John's having just a whale of a year."

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Starting goaltenders battling fatigue as playoffs loom

''It's one of those things that you've got find ways to make sure you're prepared and ready to play every game."

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Rumor: Magic expected to fire Frank Vogel

It adds up, at least

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Rumor: Bucks, Jabari Parker could part after season

Bucks deny they nearly traded Parker before deadline

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Tony Parker: My quad injury 100 times worse than Kawhi Leonard’s

Spurs guard also he never considered getting outside opinions (like Leonard did)

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Vladimir Tarasenko returns to Blues at a pivotal time

Second-leading scorer on the Blues set for return.

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Celtics: Kyrie Irving to undergo ‘minimally invasive procedure’ on injured knee

Boston reveals little

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Tom Thibodeau denies report of Andrew Wiggins’ unhappiness as Timberwolves’ third option

Wiggins maybe denies it

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Wayne Huizenga, founding owner of Florida Panthers, dies at 80

MIAMI (AP) — College dropout Wayne Huizenga started with a trash hauling company, struck gold during America’s brief love affair with VHS tapes and eventually owned three professional sports teams. Huizenga owned Blockbuster Entertainment, AutoNation and the world’s largest trash hauler, and was founding owner of baseball’s Florida Marlins and the NHL Florida Panthers. He

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Blue Jackets are rolling at right time

How have they managed to win 10 games in a row?

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Report: Grizzlies laugh and joke in locker room after 61-point loss

Problem or nah?

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Texas A&M sophomore Robert Williams, a potential lottery pick, declares for NBA draft

He'll look better at next level

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PHT Morning Skate: How the Avs turned it around; How the Oilers fell apart

Friday's collection of links.

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Report: Suns start coaching search now, before season ends

This is going to be a lengthy search, but there are guys available to interview now.

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Three Things to Know: Protest keeps all but a couple thousand from Hawks/Kings game

Also, Kemba Walker went off on the Grizzlies. So did the whole Hornets team.

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Through unpredictable season for Spurs, Popovich remains steady

Gregg Popovich is not changing how he coaches, not after 22 seasons leading the Spurs.

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Cam Ward delivers an all-time own goal (video)

We’ve seen some pretty interesting own goals throughout NHL history, and now Cam Ward has staked his claim for one of the strangest. The Carolina Hurricanes goaltender scored on himself in one of the most bizarre plays ever seen in the NHL. The puck, as you can see, hops into the skate of an unknowing

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Red Wings’ Mike Green to have neck surgery, ending his season

Green's up and down season over.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo to tell his story on 60 Minutes this week (preview clip)

Giannis Antetokounmpo grew up hocking wares — clothes, sunglasses, whatever — on the streets of Athens, Greece.

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WATCH LIVE: Washington Capitals at Detroit Red Wings

More goals coming from Alex Ovechkin tonight?

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This is the best missed free throw to game winner you will ever see

Damn. That's impressive.

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Bucks: Giannis Antetokounmpo doubtful with ankle injury for Bulls game

Antetokounmpo hurt in loss to Clippers

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One reason for Dallas Stars’ struggles? Shaky drafting

Valeri Nichushkin and other first-rounders have not delivered for Dallas.

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Anfernee Simons declares for NBA draft straight out of high school (kind of)

Simons projects as a mid-first-rounder

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NHL Playoff Push: Big bubble battles

Key games, especially for the Kings, Avalanche, Blue Jackets, and Panthers.

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For third time in career, Dwight Howard suspended for technical fouls

Howard picked up 16th tech during 30-30 game

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Rocket Richard race: Jets’ Patrik Laine to miss time with bruised foot

The Finnish sniper has 43 goals on the season.

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Report: Kawhi Leonard didn’t give inquiring Spurs teammates a return date or guarantee he will this season

Some teammates reportedly urged him not to play until he feels healthy enough

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Stoneman Douglas hockey team now aiming for national title

"That tournament wasn't for us, it was all for them."

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Danny Green: Kawhi Leonard report ‘couldn’t be anymore incorrect’

Spurs reportedly held players-only meeting to implore star to play

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No Kane, no problem for Panarin in Columbus

Closing in on three 70+ point seasons in as many years in the NHL.

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Report: Spurs held players-only meeting imploring Kawhi Leonard to play

Leonard reportedly held his ground about injury absence

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Kelly Olynyk nutmegs Kyle O’Quinn to set up Josh Richardson dunk (video)

Heat beat Knicks

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NHL on NBCSN Doubleheader: Capitals at Red Wings; Golden Knights at Sharks

Can San Jose catch Vegas?

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Malik Beasley stumbles, bumbles, fumbles during turnover (video)

Putting the garbage in garbage time

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Five NBA Draft prospects/teams to watch in the Sweet 16

Duke is still around and they are loaded.

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PHT Morning Skate: Is it time for ‘Hawks and Quenneville to split?

Thursday's collection of links.

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Between his clutch FTs, LeBron James goes out of his way to high-five Raptors G Fred VanVleet (video)

Monster mental move

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Three Things to Know: Nothing but takeaways from Cavaliers beating Raptors

Which one of these teams will defend better in the playoffs than they did on Wednesday night?

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Report: Becky Hammon staying with Spurs, not coaching Colorado State men’s team

She's still on course for head-coaching job somewhere

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Panthers hold keys to playoff fate

Few teams have been hotter than the Florida Panthers down the stretch.

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Rockets coach Mike D’Antoni: James Harden ‘best offensive player I’ve ever seen’

'It's impossible to guard him'

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WATCH LIVE: Wednesday Night Rivalry – Bruins at Blues

A big game for Boston and especially St. Louis.

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Cavaliers star LeBron James: Raptors ‘in a better place than we are right now’

Toronto visits Cleveland tonight

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Will Coyotes give Dylan Strome a real shot?

Something has to give for the third pick of the 2015 NHL Draft.

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Report: Optimism remains for Kawhi Leonard returning this season

That'd make Spurs dangerous in playoffs

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LeBron James on NBA play-in tournament: “No, no, no. That’s wack.”

The only way this gets backing of most players and the union is if it could help shorten the season.

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Sounds like Auston Matthews will finally return for Leafs

Can he get his game together by the time the playoffs begin?

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Kyle Korver to miss Wednesday vs. Toronto after death of his brother

Kirk Korver was just 27.

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NHL GM Meetings Wrap Up: Goalie interference review recommendation; salary cap expected to rise

The Board of Governors and Competition Committee still need to approve the change.

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NHL Playoff Push: Penguins chase key points; tank wars

Also: plenty on the line for Ducks, Flames, Bruins, and Blues.

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Report: Does Kyrie Irving need pins taken out of his knee? If so, when?

If Irving does need surgery, will he play through it in the postseason them make his call?

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NBA Power Rankings: Rockets back on top behind MVP-to-be Harden

The Raptors are second, followed by the Warriors, Trail Blazers, and Celtics in the top five.

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NHL on NBCSN: Blues continue push for playoff spot against banged up Bruins

Vladimir Tarasenko is not expected to be in the lineup for St. Louis.

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Ex-Hawks employee sues, claims discrimination against whites

A former Atlanta Hawks employee is accusing the professional basketball club of discriminating against white people.

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5 Up, 5 Down: The Rockets are who we thought they were (and so is Portland)

Houston pulled out a gutsy win over Portland, but also let's talk about this dinosaur thing and NBA coaches getting ejected.

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PHT Morning Skate: Senators support Karlssons; Donato misses practice for class

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Watch Tracy McGrady be enshrined into Orlando Magic Hall of Fame

Tracy McGrady is a Basketball Hall of Famer.

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Three Things to Know: Portland defends Houston well, James Harden goes off anyway

Also, Marcus Morris makes Celtics fans feel better.

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Rumor: Mark Jackson “hot name” to be Knicks next head coach

Jackson would be an easy sell to fans as a former star player. And an easy sell to any cantankerous owners who may have a say.

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WATCH LIVE: Philadelphia Flyers at Detroit Red Wings

Important points on the line for Philly.

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Report: With his knee not progressing as hoped, Kyrie Irving to get second opinion

It's likely Irving just needs more time off.

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Jordan Clarkson says he believes dinosaurs were pets of bigger people

Cavaliers guards, man

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Stephen Curry cleared for return by Warriors doctors, Friday vs. Hawks likely date

Curry is averaging 26.3 points and 6.2 assists per game, shooting 42.4 percent from three this season.

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Kevin Love on back slide: ‘I don’t know what the hell that was’ (video)

Cavaliers star explains, I guess

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Potential top-three pick, Texas C Mo Bamba, declares for NBA draft

Freshman could be excellent defender

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Derick Brassard trying to fit in, not be a ‘savior’ with the Penguins

"I feel like I have a lot more to give. It’s a process."

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Former Mavericks marketing manager: Mark Cuban oversaw business side, still doesn’t get it

Melissa Weishaupt speaks out

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GMs want goalie interference reviews centralized; no change coming for offside rule

Goalie interference reviews could soon be decided by the NHL hockey operations department.

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NHL Playoff Push: Stars, Panthers need wins; Jackets go for 9 in a row

There are 11 games on the NHL schedule for Tuesday night and a lot of them have major playoff implications.

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Report: Pistons interested in hiring Chauncey Billups to work with Arn Tellem in front office

Former Detroit player would pique interest

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NBA fines Rockets’ Gerald Green, Celtics’ Marcus Morris

Green shoved Gorgui Dieng, Morris verbally abused a ref

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NHL on NBCSN: Flyers’ Mrazek returns to Detroit for important clash vs. Red Wings

“We are going there to get some good results, and we have to build from there.”

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Iggy Azalea details burning Nick Young’s clothes (video)

Famous couple had bad breakup

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Should Canadiens let Carey Price play again this season?

"He's healthy, he wants to play," said head coach Claude Julien.

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Jeff Hornacek says he wants to know future with Knicks, doesn’t

Hornacek focused on improving players

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Likely lottery pick Trae Young leaving Oklahoma for NBA draft

Opinion divided on point guard

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PHT Morning Skate: Who are NHL’s most unpredictable teams?

Tuesday's collection of links.

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Reports: Stephen Curry targeting Friday return to Warriors

He could have been back three games ago if this were the playoffs, but the Warriors are being cautious.

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Three Things to Know: Kevin Love is back, but it’s still all about LeBron in Cleveland

Also, Spurs beat Warriors team lacking all four All-Stars.

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Jeff Carter comes through to help Kings get two huge points

He now has eight goals in 11 games since returning to the lineup.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo turns bad pass into ridiculous alley-oop (VIDEO)

That is just not fair.

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Ryan Donato scores in NHL debut for Bruins (Video)

After recording four shots in goal in the first period he came out in the second period and scored his first career goal.

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League’s Last Two Minute Report backs referees (mostly) in Raptors/Thunder game

Officially, only call the referees missed was Carmelo Anthony held Pascal Siakam as a pass came to him with 11.7 seconds left.

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WATCH LIVE: Los Angeles Kings at Minnesota Wild

The Kings and Wild drop the puck at 8 p.m. ET on NBCSN.

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Rumor: Injured Jimmy Butler wore his jersey under shirt and jacket on Timberwolves bench

Jimmy Butler: Still the best

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NHL GMs are at least trying to fix goalie interference reviews

Nothing final yet, but maybe steps in the right direction.

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Injury updates: Penguins’ Murray, others deal with concussions

Mix of good and bad news, also for Carey Price, Jacob Trouba, and Noah Hanifin.

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Kevin Love returns to Cavaliers lineup Monday vs. Bucks

The Cavaliers went 11-9 without him in this stretch (and 6-7 since the All-Star break).

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Former NBA All-Star Steve Francis cited for public intoxication

Francis admitted he had a drinking problem after his playing days in a recent Players' Tribune article.

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Bruins give Donato big opportunity in NHL debut

A spot on the first power-play unit right off the bat.

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Lakers coach Luke Walton: I thought Pacers’ Paul George trade was ‘lopsided’ in favor of Thunder

Victor Oladipo and Domantas Sabonis have Walton 'man enough to admit that I was wrong'

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NHL Playoff Push: Bruins test Blue Jackets; trap games?

Flames, Panthers need to keep pace in their races.

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Rajon Rondo on Ray Allen’s book: ‘He just wants attention’

Pelicans guard: 'People do that in that situation they need money. He should have hit me up and asked me for a loan or something'

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Chris Paul volunteers to pay Gerald Green’s fine for shove

Rockets bond over fight

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PHT Power Rankings: The Red Wings hit rock bottom

We have a new team at the bottom of the power rankings this week.

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Report: Tyronn Lue plans to return to Cavaliers next week

Hopefully, that happens

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With Bishop out, Stars’ hopes hinge on Lehtonen again

Just like old times?

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#MelnykOut billboards go up in Ottawa as Senators fans urge change

Senators fans have had enough.

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Legend: LeBron James gained seven pounds during game

Cavaliers star reportedly spends more than $1 million annually on caring for his body

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Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue taking leave of absence

Lue: 'I have had chest pains and other troubling symptoms, compounded by a loss of sleep, throughout the year. Despite a battery of tests, there have been no conclusions as to what the exact issue is'

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NHL on NBCSN: Kings, Wild continue pursuit of important points

The Kings and Wild look to strengthen their playoff places (8 p.m. ET, NBCSN).

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NBA, referees argue on Twitter

What a low point

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PHT Morning Skate: NHL GMs to meet; Lamoriello’s future with Leafs

Monday's collection of links.

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Watch Justin Timberlake drain half-court shot, a couple of three pointers

Justin Timberlake is filthy. At least in this NBA video he is. Maybe the world’s biggest performer right now — and part owner of the Memphis Grizzlies — swung by the Washington Wizards practice facility and drained a few shots like it was nothing. The man can’t stop the feeling.

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Three Things to Know: What is with more and more coaches, players ripping referees?

Also, Russell Westbrook is still very good at basketball.

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Gerald Green ejected for pushing Gorgui Dieng into stands (VIDEO)

Green rushed to the aide of Chris Paul, who lifelessly fell to the ground after being gently touched by Dieng.

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Blues keep playoff hopes alive with big OT win over ‘Hawks

Alex Pietrangelo and Vincent Dunn each had four points in the victory.

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Video: Ben Bishop injured after making terrific glove save

Uh oh.

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Bruins sign Olympic standout Ryan Donato to entry-level contract

"He’s a kid that’s got a confidence about himself, a talent level, and he’s got some details he’s gonna have to work on – all young players do."

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Alvin Gentry, Stan Van Gundy fined $15,000 each for criticizing officials

All is not right between NBA players, coaches, and the referees. What else is new?

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Nathan MacKinnon delivered another MVP-like performance on Sunday

Not only is Nathan MacKinnon involved in a tight playoff race, he’s also in the thick of the MVP hunt. His performance in Sunday’s 5-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings certainly didn’t hurt his chances of winning the award. MacKinnon finished the night with two goals, an assist and 11 shots on goal in

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WATCH LIVE: St. Louis Blues at Chicago Blackhawks

A good ol' Central Division clash.

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Distrust the Process? Rudy Gobert says he doesn’t believe in tanking

The Jazz lost quite a few games to end the 2013-14 NBA season to land themselves a Top 5 pick, but they aren't taking that path this year.

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Referees misattribute comment to Dwane Casey, incorrectly eject Raptors coach (VIDEO)

The L2M on Monday is going to read like a Herman Melville novel.

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Alvin Gentry on refs after controversial James Harden foul: “You can’t guess on plays”

Does Gentry have a legitimate complaint here, or does instant review sort of ruin it?

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NHL Playoff Push: Another huge day ahead for Western Conference race

Six teams in the West are fighting for three playoffs spots. They are all separated by four points. Five of them are in action on Sunday.

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Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue sits out second half Sunday with illness

Cleveland Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue remained in the locker room to start the second half of their game against the Chicago Bulls because of an illness.

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NHL On NBCSN: Blues look to continue playoff push against Blackhawks

You can catch all of the action on NBCSN or on our live stream.

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Grizzlies snap 19-game skid with 101-94 win vs Nuggets

Dillon Brooks scored 24 points, Tyreke Evans added 20 and the Memphis Grizzlies won a game. Finally.

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LaMarcus Aldridge’s 39 points lead Spurs past Wolves, 117-101

- LaMarcus Aldridge had 39 points and 10 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs overcame a sluggish start to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-101 on Saturday night.

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Stan Van Gundy goes off on officials: “We got absolutely screwed all night”

That's going to be a fine for Van Gundy.

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Hornets’ coach gives savage, frank assessment of Willy Hernangomez

"To be an every-night player... he’s got to improve his shooting." And that's just the start of it.

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Senators’ Ryan Dzingel drilled in the head with a puck (video)

Dzingel forced to leave game after taking a puck to the head.

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Bruins’ David Backes suffers leg laceration in collision (video)

Bruins forward needs several stitches to close leg laceration.

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Glen “Big Baby” Davis denies drug charges while eating Popeyes on a charter plane

Best. Denial. Ever.

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Dundon, Hurricanes suspend search for new GM: report

Hurricanes' owner doesn't have time to find new GM yet.

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Report: Michele Roberts to seek second contract as players’ union head

She came in at a rancorous time, and she settled the ship and righted the course.

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Isaiah Thomas rewarded on epic flop with offensive foul call vs. Heat

Why do NBA players flop on defense? Because it works.

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St. Patrik Laine has Jets looking like perennial contender

The Winnipeg Jets can thank their own St. Patrik for their success this season and potentially for years to come.

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This stick save by Roberto Luongo is absolutely incredible

This is one of the saves of the year in the NHL.

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Suns’ Marquese Chriss, Jared Dudley fined $25,000 each for knocking down Ricky Rubio

Marquese Chriss and Jared Dudley got off light.

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Which trade deadline acquisition has made the biggest impact so far?

Probably not the name you are expecting.

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Check out Terrance Ferguson’s acrobatic layup vs. Clippers (VIDEO)

It was supposed to be an alley-oop.

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NHL Playoff Push: Lightning, Bruins fight for top spot in Atlantic

It is a big day in the NHL playoff race, not only for teams trying to earn a spot. A top spot in the Atlantic Division is also on the line.

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Corey Brewer continues to be key, scores 22 as Thunder beat Clippers 121-113

Five starts, five wins for Corey Brewer with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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Ilya Kovalchuk aiming for NHL return after 5 years away

Ilya Kovalchuk says he wants to return to the NHL this summer.

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Former NBA player Glen “Big Baby” Davis arrested on drug charges

Davis has been indicted on seven counts of drug possession and distribution.

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Without Curry, Durant, Thompson, Warriors don’t have enough against Kings

Golden State is prioritizing health over everything else - even the No. 1 seed in the West.

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Baseline jumper gives Dirk Nowitzki 11,000 made baskets in NBA

We need to savor these final years — potentially final games — of Dirk Nowitzki's career.

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Rangers getting a good look at the future, despite playoff disappointment

Rangers finding light in their playoff-less void.

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Report: Jazz to sign David Stockton, son of Utah legend John Stockton, to 10-day contract

It's good to see a Stockton in a Jazz uniform again.

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PBT Extra: In wide open race, fans push Rudy Gobert for Defensive Player of the Year

This may be the most wide-open race on the awards ballot.

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Ducks lose Bieksa for 2-5 weeks

Bieka needs surgery on his left hand.

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Hawks’ Dennis Schroder on Dwight Howard: “He plays always great against his former teams”

That's true against Atlanta, but not so much his other stops.

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Doc Rivers on officiating in loss to Rockets: “That’s a joke. That’s a complete joke.”

Rivers was trying to lay the groundwork to get future calls.

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Canadiens need to look in mirror before moving forward

"There's no question that I think Marc (Bergevin) is very capable of accomplishing that, but he and I both know that this season's been unsatisfactory," owner Geoff Molson told PHT on Friday.

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Avalanche top line isn’t just about MacKinnon

Let's give Mikko Rantanen and Gabriel Landeskog some kudos, too.

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PBT Extra: Stevens? Casey? Big field vies for Coach of the Year

A Twitter poll had Casey as the winner.

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NHL Playoff Push: Western Conference race heating up

The West playoff picture could get even tighter Friday night.

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Adam Silver on 1-16 playoff seeding: “We’re not ready to make a change yet”

There are a lot of obstacles, including getting enough owners on board.

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PHWA to make NHL award ballots public for first time

An overwhelming percentage of the PHWA's membership voted for full transparency.

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What’s in store for NBA’s biggest trade sacred cow, Celtics point guard Terry Rozier?

Boston and Rozier sound happy with each other, but he wants to become a starter, and the Celtics have Kyrie Irving (and Marcus Smart). So, what gives?

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Caps’ Holtby discusses fatigue before return

Physical fatigue is not an issue "but mentally, it does catch up."

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Report: Celtics’ Marcus Smart to have surgery on thumb, hopes to return for playoffs

He is their best perimeter defender and key to the best team defense in the NBA this season.

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Ben Simmons joins historic rookie group with Magic Johnson, Oscar Robertson

After the game, Brett Brown said Simmons could play some four down the line. Wait, what?

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What is your ideal Stanley Cup playoff format? (PHT Roundtable)

We lay out our ideal playoff formats, whether the NHL should expand the field and more.

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Jets’ Josh Morrissey staying healthy while constantly getting in the way

To learn more about shot blocking, we recently chatted with the Jets defenseman.

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PBT Extra: James Harden running away with NBA MVP race

The more interesting part of the MVP race is the wide open rest of the ballot.

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PHT Morning Skate: #MelnykOut billboards coming to Ottawa; 40 NHL rule changes

Friday's collection of links.

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Likely No. 1 pick Deandre Ayton says he will enter NBA draft

There was no reason to play the "I need to get together with my family and talk over what's best for my future" game.

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Three Things to Know: Cavaliers keep adding questions, Raptors answer theirs

Also, RIP Tom Benson

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PBT Extra: Ben Simmons, Donovan Mitchell in two-man race for Rookie of the Year

The NBA Rookie of the Year race is down to two: Philadelphia’s Ben Simmons and Utah’s Donovan Mitchell. Speaking to media member voters, they seem torn (for the record, I am one of those voters). It’s going to be close and the final weeks may help decide it. However, in a Twitter poll done for

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WATCH LIVE: Pittsburgh Penguins at Montreal Canadiens

The Pens and Habs meet at Bell Centre at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBCSN.

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Danny Ainge: Kyrie Irving eventually will need knee surgery, but not now

Ainge also said Gordon Hayward had a setback last month, which is why the organization does not expect him back.

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Tom Benson, the owner who saved the NBA in New Orleans, dies of the flu at age 90

Benson, 90, had been hospitalized with the flu. He also owned the New Orleans Saints.

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Need for one pro league the new focus for women’s hockey

''For women's hockey to continue its traction is to have one league..."

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Hall of Famer Clyde Drexler named new Big3 commissioner

Former Trail Blazers and Rockets great replaces Roger Mason Jr.

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Report: Charlotte crossed Kemba Walker off draft list before NCAA tournament

UConn's national-title run obviously caused reconsideration

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Lightning, Predators should take advantage of opportunity to rest players

Resting players can prove to be a strategic move for Stanley Cup contenders.

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J.R. Smith, Tyronn Lue give conflicting accounts of benching communication

Cavaliers guard says he learned of lost starting role via text

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Danny Ainge: Gordon Hayward suffered setback month-and-a-half ago while progressing too fast

Celtics president: 'His work ethic and determination have been amazing'

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NHL Playoff Race: Huge night ahead for Panthers, Blues

The Florida Panthers and St. Louis Blues could be facing make-or-break nights in the playoff race.

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Hawks’ rebuild jumping off with John Collins

High-flying rookie bringing joy to Atlanta

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Julius Randle and Isaiah Thomas separated by Lakers teammates (video)

Players got into it during stoppage against Warriors

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JaVale McGee causes Steve Kerr to make Jon Stewart face (video)

Warriors center makes plays – for better or worse

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NHL on NBCSN doubleheader: Penguins vs. Canadiens; Red Wings vs. Kings

Big points on the line for the Penguins and Kings tonight.

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Seven games/prospects for NBA fans to watch in NCAA Tournament

Watch Trae Young while you can, Oklahoma may not be around long.

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Center stage: NHL contenders go deep down the middle

The flexibility gives teams potentially game-altering matchups with the playoffs coming up in a month.

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PHT Morning Skate: Vezina for Rinne; Hobey Baker Award top 10

Thursday's collection of links.

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Three Things to Know: Shorthanded Wizards find way to beat even more shorthanded Celtics

Also, Julius Randle and Isiaih Thomas fight and then make up during Lakers game.

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Barack and Michelle Obama have become Knicks fans, Craig Robinson says

Former president's brother-in-law works for Knicks, acknowledges family still supports Bulls

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Young fan brought to tears after getting a stick from Pavel Buchnevich (video)

Great moment prior to Ranger-Penguins on NBCSN.

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PBT Extra Player of the Week: Damian Lillard

Sometimes the hottest player can lead to the hottest team.

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Shaq: Put more, less-trained cops in, in front of and behind schools

Please no

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Similarities between LeBron James windmill dunks in Phoenix, four years apart, uncanny (video)

Most remarkable part of Cavaliers beating lowly Suns

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WATCH LIVE: Penguins at Rangers – Wednesday Night Rivalry

Pittsburgh fights for a division title against a team with spoiler potential.

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With five Bulls surrounding ball, Chicago fumbles rebound out of bounds (video)

Bulls loses to Clippers

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Wild lose key defenseman Spurgeon for playoff push

A hamstring tear is expected to sidelined him for at least four weeks.

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Report: Marcus Smart’s outlook ‘doesn’t look good’

Celtics' Kyrie Irving, Al Horford, Jaylen Brown, Daniel Theis, Gordon Hayward also injured

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Why Predators are so hot right now

Pekka Rinne is a big reason why, but not the lone reason.

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Rumor: Is Andrew Wiggins unhappy as third option in Minnesota?

Is he frustrated? Who could blame him?

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Lakers/Nuggets “beef” continues, expands to Randle/Jokic during Lakers win

Julius Randle pushed Nikola Jokic to the ground in the final minute.

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Report: Klay Thompson will miss games, maybe a couple weeks, with thumb injury

They may miss Thompson more on defense than offense.

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Smith shutting out McDavid, Oilers should give Flames hope

Not an easy road ahead, but at least a playoff push now looks more feasible.

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NBA Power Rankings: Toronto is looking down on everyone else

The Rockets fall to second, the Warriors to third, and Portland is red hot and up to fifth.

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Sergei Gonchar continues to work magic with Penguins’ new defensemen

They are finding talent and value where other teams are missing it.

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Wizards’ coach Brooks not concerned about timing of John Wall’s return

Washington Wizards coach Scott Brooks is not entirely sure when All-Star point guard John Wall will return.

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NHL on NBCSN: Penguins, Rangers meet on Wednesday Night Rivalry

The Metro Division rivals battle at 8 p.m. ET on NBCSN.

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USA hockey executive Jim Johannson died of heart disease

Johannson, the U.S. men's Olympic team GM, died three weeks before the Pyeongchang Games.

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PBT Podcast: NBA Draft prospects to keep eye on during NCAA Tournament

Does Deandre Ayton look like he deserves the No. 1 pick?

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PHT Morning Skate: Futa out of Canes’ GM search; Ference joins NHL

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Kevin Love says he plans to return to Cavaliers lineup next week

The Cavaliers need him back.

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Three Things to Know: Russell Westbrook steps into history books with 100th triple double

Also we have injury updates and the West playoff update.

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Shea Weber to miss six months after foot surgery

Weber expected back close to the start of training camp.

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Will Barton calls Lakers/Jamal Murray feud “a suburban beef”

Want to shut Murray up, Lakers? Beat them. Otherwise, Murray and the Nuggets get the high ground.

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WATCH LIVE: Minnesota Wild at Colorado Avalanche

Puck-drop is at 8:30 p.m. ET.

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Kawhi Leonard needs to be cleared by his medical team — not Spurs’ docs — to return to court

It still sounds like Leonard is close to a comeback, but he will not play Thursday.

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As expected, Avery Bradley reportedly undergoes sports hernia surgery, done for season

This has been a tough way for Avery Bradley to hit free agency. Still one of the best on-ball defenders in the game, he struggled on the offensive end in Detroit, was traded to the Clippers more as an expiring contract than as a player Los Angeles needed, then he struggled with the Clippers for

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Anderson, Sens met with Marjory Stoneman Douglas hockey team

A fantastic gesture from Monday.

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Evan Turner to contract critics: ‘Kiss my ass. Dead serious. Write that. I earned that (expletive) money’

Trail Blazers forward also brags about cursing out Portland heckler

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Rudy Gobert: Gordon Hayward ‘kind of ignored me’ during free agency

Jazz center: 'I thought I was important enough to know. Looks like I wasn’t'

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Ovechkin’s challenges in scoring more goals than Gretzky

There is quite a gap between 600 goals and Gretzky's 894.

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Report: Kawhi Leonard unlikely to return for targeted Spurs-Pelicans game

When will injured superstar return?

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Warriors cancel practice after Stephen Curry’s 30th birthday party (videos)

Highlights include Klay Thompson, Steve Kerr, Mike Brown and of course Curry himself

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Seth Jones builds Norris case in rallying Columbus

This hot streak should at least bring more attention to the all-around threat.

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Harrison Barnes: Thunder, not Cavaliers or Warriors, were best team in 2016 playoffs

He's right

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Clippers executive Jerry West calls Celtics’ Gordon Hayward ‘a very good player’

West says Nets' strategy should maybe be outlawed by NBA

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Steven Adams repeatedly calls hip injury ‘Australopithecus afarensis’ (video)

An extinct ape-like animal?

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MLS team’s ticket promotion doesn’t go as planned, thanks to Canucks

Never create a promotion where you're banking on the Canucks to score.

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NHL on NBCSN: Avalanche, Wild meet with important points on the line

The Central Division rivals meet at 8:30 p.m. ET on NBCSN.

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Steve Kerr urges youth to keep working for change on gun violence

Steve Kerr believes the voices of America's youth are finally being heard enough to create real change when it comes to gun violence.

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PHT Morning Skate: Luongo on Parkland; Tocchet takes a leave of absence

Tuesday's collection of links

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Brandon Jennings turns back clock to 2009 in Milwaukee return (VIDEO)

Yes, it still counts if you do it against the Memphis Grizzlies.

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Three Things to Know: Forget the top seed, Celtics need to rest, get healthy

Also, Rockets, Trail Blazers, and Thunder win in the West.

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Dennis Rodman gets probation after DUI arrest in California

Former NBA star Dennis Rodman was sentenced to three years' probation after pleading guilty.

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Alex Ovechkin becomes 20th player ever to score 600 goals (Video)

One of the best ever.

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Kevin Durant: “It’s weird” without Stephen Curry on court

Curry is the guy the offense was built around.

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Kobe details fight with Shaq: ‘I must have been the craziest 19-year-old in the world’

Fun times for Lakers

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Steve Mason’s nightmare season continues

Expected to miss at least two weeks thanks to knee surgery.

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Ray Allen: Rajon Rondo told Celtics he carried them to 2008 championship

Allen details Rondo's attitude in new book

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More bad Celtics’ injury news, Avery Bradley reportedly has torn thumb ligament

There are questions of if he can play through it and what his treatment will be that have yet to be answered.

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Coyotes risk spoiling their draft lottery odds

Pictured: Darcy Kuemper, possibly grappling with the complexities of tanking.

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Hawks: Kent Bazemore to miss rest of season

Tanking season

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Report: Mavericks’ Wesley Matthews likely to miss rest of season

Dallas guard suffered stress fracture in right leg

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Marc-Andre Fleury is peaking with 400 wins in sight

With a fantastic .930 save percentage, Fleury is driving the Golden Knights.

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Celtics: Daniel Theis suffers season-ending knee injury

Onus now on Greg Monroe

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PHT Power Rankings: Making sense of the nonsensical Minnesota Wild

How do the Minnesota Wild have one of the best records in the league?

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Pistons owner Tom Gores says team isn’t winning enough, repeatedly calls Stan Van Gundy ‘team player’

Could president-coach lose one or both of his titles?

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Magic Johnson chats with LeBron James’ agent and manager during Lakers-Cavaliers game (photo)

Lakers president clearly wanted to be seen with Rich Paul and Maverick Carter

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Domantas Sabonis slams dunk on Daniel Theis (video)

Pacers beat Celtics

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Laine, Ovechkin meet to kick off Rocket Richard stretch run on Monday

40 goals apiece and 14 games to go. Gentleman, start your engines.

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Kevin Durant blows kiss to ejected fan (video)

Warrior star pleased with Portland fan's dismissal

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PHT Morning Skate: NHL wants players, coaches to stop complaining

Monday's collection of links.

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Projecting final standings in wild West playoff chase

The Clippers and Nuggets just miss the dance.

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Three Things to Know: Young Lakers figuring it out

Also, Kyrie Irving will miss some games down the stretch to rest his sore knee.

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Kyrie Irving leaves early with knee soreness, will miss multiple games

Irving sounds like he's going to try to strategize a way to rehab his knee and prepare for the playoffs rather than push his limits.

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The Buzzer: Isles end eight-game losing skid; Bruins win streak stops at six

Elsewhere, there was a meaningless game between the Canucks and Coyotes.

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LeBron James no-look pass freezes entire Lakers’ team (VIDEO)

LeBron also nugmeged Lonzo Ball.

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Pens jump back into first place in Metro with win over Stars

Patric Hornqvist hit the 20-goal mark for the fourth time as a Penguin.

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Karl-Anthony Towns shines late in 109-103 win vs. Warriors

Karl-Anthony Towns helped Minnesota stop a season-longest three-game losing streak with 31 points and 16 rebounds.

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Mike Smith’s return isn’t going well

He allowed four goals on the first 12 shots.

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WATCH LIVE: Dallas Stars at Pittsburgh Penguins

Puck-drop is at 7:30 p.m. ET.

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Anthony Davis posts triple-double with 10 blocks vs. Jazz (VIDEO)

Six of Davis' blocks came in the first half alone, and on his birthday no less.

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Matt Barnes on relationship with Derek Fisher: “He and I are cool”

Barnes said he's co-parenting with Fisher and ex-wife Gloria Govan, and that Fisher, "Makes my kids happy."

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Kane scores late winner as Blackhawks down Bruins 3-1

Late power play gives Blackhawks the edge.

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Guy switches from Kevin Durant to Damian Lillard jersey after Warriors loss (VIDEO)

Portlanders already want Californians to leave the state. This guy isn't helping their case.

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Watch Dwight Howard drop 30 and 12 in Hornets win

Dwight Howard has quietly had a nice season in Charlotte.

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WATCH LIVE: Boston Bruins at Chicago Blackhawks

The Blackhawks and Bruins meet at United Center at 12:30 p.m. ET on NBC.

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Daly: 2022 China Games possible for NHL, but long way off

The NHL clearly has a business eye on China.

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John Wall recovery continues with workout in Miami

Washington still doesn't know when John Wall will play again. The Wizards simply know that the All-Star is getting closer.

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The best of the 2018 Minnesota All-Hockey Hair Team (Video)

The best of the best hockey hair in Minne-flowta.

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Bucks waive Mirza Teletovic, his NBA career may be done due to lung condition

This could be the start of a medical retirement from the NBA, something nobody ever wants to see.

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We have a goalie goal in the AHL (Video)

Alex Nedeljkovic of the Charlotte Checkers did something only 12 other goalies in the history of the AHL have ever done.

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Report: Kawhi Leonard could return to Spurs next Thursday vs. Pelicans

The West playoffs just got even more dangerous.

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The Bruins are still crushing teams even without two of their best players

They are scary good.

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Bucks bring back Brandon Jennings on 10-day contract

There is space to carve out a role on the Bucks behind Eric Bledsoe at the point.

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Derrick Rose to doubters: “I don’t need your f****** validation”

"I'm 29, they're acting like I'm 39." —Derrick Rose

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown out indefinitely with concussion

Boston is 7.1 points per 100 possessions better with Brown on the court this season.

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Lakers once again ticked at Jamal Murray’s late-game antics

"I can't control what the other team's gonna feel." —Jamal Murray

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LeBron James on unconsummated DeAndre Jordan trade: “It would have gave us a boost”

Would the Cavaliers be better with DeAndre Jordan but not the entire roster overhaul from the trade deadline?

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Anthony Duclair injured after high hit from Brad Marchand (video)

Marchand at the center of another ugly play

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Who’s going to win the Maurice Richard Trophy?

The NHL's goal-scoring race is tight. Real tight.

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Watch DeAndre Jordan put up 20 points, grab 23 boards as Clippers beat Cavaliers

DeAndre Jordan had 20 points and 23 rebounds, Tobias Harris scored 23 points and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 116-102 on Friday night.

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PBT Extra: Breaking down the wild Western Conference playoff chase

If you're a Blazers fan, you can feel good. If you're a Spurs fan, you should be nervous. 

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Blazers beat Warriors 125-108 for 9th straight victory

The key to the Portland Trail Blazers' nine-game winning streak starts behind the scenes.

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Gordon Hayward keeps dream alive he could play this season: “The hope is still there”

Celtics brass has tried to squash the idea that Hayward is coming back this season, but he will not let it die.

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Conference leaders Rockets, Raptors collide

One winning streak will end Friday night in a meeting between conference leaders at the Air Canada Centre.

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Injuries, sadly, are story of Martin Hanzal’s career

The Dallas Stars had to see this coming, to some extent.

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DeMar DeRozan on James Harden for MVP: “I think he’s a lock for it”

The MVP is Harden's to lose at this point.

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North Americans in KHL: ‘I can’t believe that just happened’

''The normal's abnormal and the abnormal's normal.''

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PBT Extra: Can Toronto Raptors come out of the East?

This much is certain: This is the Raptors best chance ever. If they have a year to do it, this is it.

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LeBron James says there’s no free agency list, he’s only focused on this season

"I've still got too much work to do here." —LeBron James on this season with the Cavaliers being his focus.

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Report: People close to LeBron James could seem him playing until age 40

Will Cavaliers star play that long?

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William Karlsson and the most unexpected goal scoring performance ever

Nobody should have seen this sort of season from him.

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Eeli Tolvanen scores highlight-reel goal, continues to excite Predators fans (Video)

The 2017 first-round pick scored a highlight-reel goal on Friday for the KHL's Jokerit.

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Hornets’ Michael Carter-Williams undergoing season-ending surgery

Backup PG has labral tear in left shoulder

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What’s holding back the Dallas Stars?

They spend a ton of money, they make all of the right moves, but the results never seem to follow.

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Marc Savard and the art of taping your hockey stick

“Take care of your sticks because they’ll take care of you.”

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Royce White: ‘It’s strange to see people take the credit for something that you pioneered’

White engaged NBA on mental health long before DeMar DeRozan, Kevin Love and Kelly Oubre

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Rumor: J.R. Smith’s soup throw stemmed from him not sharing Damon Jones’ joking mood

Cavaliers guard in midst of frustrating season

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NHL fines Brad Marchand, Nick Cousins for diving

Brad Marchand is handing over a portion of his paycheck again.

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Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle irresponsibly calls Mark Cuban sexual-assault report ‘most insidious form’ of ‘fake news’

Reports responsibly explain situation, don't find guilt

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Cory Schneider continues to struggle after return from injury

"It's not fair to my teammates to have other goalies come in here and outplay me on a regular basis lately."

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Henrik Zetterberg calls out Red Wings for playing ‘poke-and-hope’ hockey

He wasn't impressed after last night's shutout loss to the Golden Knights.

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NHL jumps into esports market with international tournament

2018 NHL Gaming World Championship will take place in Las Vegas in June.

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Joel Embiid: Hassan Whiteside dirtily tried to hit me in back, but he hits too soft (video)

Heat beat 76ers

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Karl-Anthony Towns simultaneously dunks on, gets taken out by Aron Baynes (video)

Timberwolves fall to Celtics

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PHT Morning Skate: Hilary Knight signs in CWHL; John Carlson can break the bank

Friday's collection of links.

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Dominant Damian Lillard leads Portland on late-season surge

Lillard has averaged 26.8 points, 6.4 assists and 4.5 rebounds per game this season, but has been better than that of late.

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Three Things to Know: Stephen Curry rolls ankle and sits, Warriors roll on to win anyway

Also, Celtics beat Timberwolves but Jaylen Brown's fall is what you'll remember from that game.

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Taylor Hall’s remarkable point streak ends at 26 games

Hall held off the scoresheet for the first time in 2018.

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Steve Francis looks back on his career: “I was the most electric player to ever do it”

Francis told his full story perhaps for the first time, from crack dealer to top pick in the NBA draft in just a few years.

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Golden Knights sign Zach Whitecloud, one of college hockey’s best free agents

Golden Knights bolster backend prospect pool.

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Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon content with hands-on approach

Dundon involved in everything, for now.

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Whew! MRI shows only ankle sprain for Anthony Davis, he’s day-to-day

He's doubtful for Friday vs. Washington and likely misses a few games, but this is far better than it could have been.

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LeBron James, Draymond Green say Cavaliers, Warriors, not concerned about playoff seed

The road to the NBA Finals goes through Oakland and Cleveland. Even if the road doesn't start there in either conference.

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Farewell, Jonathan Cheechoo (PHT on Fantasy)

Remembering that special 56-goal season and his chemistry with Joe Thornton.

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LeBron James says Cavaliers’ seed irrelevant: ‘If I come into your building for a Game 1, I can be very challenging’

LeBron: 'It doesn't matter to me if I'm a six seed or a three seed or a two seed, eight seed'

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Rumor: LeBron James’ list comprised of only Cavaliers, Lakers, Rockets, 76ers

What this does and doesn't mean

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Risk, reward, and Ron Francis

Coming up short when you don't go the extra mile.

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Jordan Clarkson: Lakers players discussed signing with Los Angeles

Clarkson traded to Cavaliers on deadline day

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Bruins bits: Backes on suspension, McAvoy moves on

Well, at least the Bruins are used to rolling with the punches.

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Chris Bosh on post-playing frustrations: ‘I definitely see why the divorce rate is so high, and why players go broke’

Former Heat star: 'It's pretty much like cruising along, going 150 miles an hour in your Porsche -- and then you fall into a hole'

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Bar worker: Woman jumped after photo with ‘gropey’ Mark Cuban

Maverick owner's attorney denies client committed sexual assault in 2011 incident

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Report: Timberwolves signing Derrick Rose

Tom Thibodeau strikes

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Why aren’t more people talking about Evgeni Malkin?

He doesn't own a 26-game point streak, but the numbers he's putting up are ridiculous.

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Wizards’ Kelly Oubre opens up about depression, anxiety (video)

Oubre follows footsteps of DeMar DeRozan, Kevin Love

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PHT Morning Skate: Goalie interference to be discussed at GM meetings; How’s Ovechkin’s sheep?

Thursday's collection of links.

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Referee Bill Kennedy, um, exuberantly calls foul (video)

Best highlight of Bulls' win over Grizzlies

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Three Things to Know: LeBron James takes over and Denver has a front row seat

Also, Anthony Davis scares New Orleans with rolled ankle.

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Clock malfunction costs Magic chance to take game winner vs. Lakers

It was a strange ending in Los Angeles. The referees followed the rule book — and that screwed the Orlando Magic out of a chance at a game-winner to beat the Lakers. Here’s what happened. After a driving Aaron Gordon bucket had the Magic up by one with 5 seconds left in the game, the Lakers had

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DeMar DeRozan’s and-one dunk on Anthony Tolliver not a game-winner, but it was awesome (video)

Pistons force overtime against Raptors

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Ron Francis out as GM of the Carolina Hurricanes

Francis removed as GM after four years.

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Serge Ibaka gets quick ejection from Raptors-Pistons game (video)

That escalated quickly

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Report: Mavericks suspend gaming general manager for tweet with racial slur

Roger Caneda sent tweet before Mavericks hired him

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WATCH LIVE: Pittsburgh Penguins at Philadelphia Flyers

The Flyers and Penguins battle at 8 p.m. ET on NBCSN.

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Once a kid ‘flipping in the hood,’ Marcus Smart surprised by bounce-up reaction (video)

Celtics guard sprung up off his back

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Pistons’ president-coach Stan Van Gundy on job rumors: Nobody has told me anything

Could Arn Tellem take over Detroit's front office?

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NHL suspends Bruins’ David Backes three games

He delivered a "late, high hit" on Red Wings center Frans Nielsen.

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Lance Stephenson trips John Henson, who’s steamed about no-call (video)

Dirty play by Pacers wing?

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Lightning goalie Vasilevskiy admits he’s tired

"So that's why sometimes I'm probably not as sharp."

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Rumor: Spurs assistant Becky Hammon could be first female coach of Div. 1 men’s team

Her alma mater Colorado State is interested.

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Flyers get Simmonds back for showdown with Penguins

A significant boost for a team heading into a trying stretch.

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