PBT Extra: Now what for the Oklahoma City Thunder?

Whether Paul George stays or goes, this team faces big challenges over the summer and into next season.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo: Pending Bucks RFA Jabari Parker ‘ain’t going nowhere’

Do Bucks, Parker share that enthusiasm for a return?

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WATCH LIVE: Lightning look to even up; Sharks, Golden Knights play Game 3

Key games in each conference tonight.

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Steve Kerr calls Stephen Curry “probable” for Game 2

Curry has been out since March 23 with an MCL sprain.

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On Tom Wilson, Player Safety and avoiding suspension

Tom Wilson avoided a suspension for another borderline controversial play. How does he keep doing that?

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PBT Extra: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics preview

The 76ers are the more talented team in this meeting, but don't think that makes this an easy series for them.

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Heat president Pat Riley on Hassan Whiteside’s postseason: ‘He wasn’t ready. He wasn’t in great shape’

Here's what Pat Riley is not going to do this summer: quit

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Hurricanes fire Ron Francis

Ron Francis no longer works for the Carolina Hurricanes in any capacity.

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Carmelo Anthony: Thunder had ‘no strategy to me being here, me being a part of the actual system’

'I don’t think I can be effective as that type of player'

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Celtics-76ers: Something old, something new

Longtime rivals and 2018 playoff opponents ready to battle for Eastern Conference supremacy as LeBron James fades

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Conn Smythe Power Rankings: Pastrnak the early leader

Let's take a look at the early leaders for the most valuable player of the playoffs.

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Lou Lamoriello not returning as Maple Leafs GM; time for Dubas or Hunter?

Lamoriello is set to move into an advisor role with the Maple Leafs, but will he stay?

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76ers’ Ersan Ilyasova on Heat games in Miami: ‘The gym was half-empty’

Ilyasova praises Celtics fans

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Capitals’ Tom Wilson avoids suspension for hit on Brian Dumoulin

Dumoulin missed the rest of Game 2 following the hit.

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Markieff Morris: Wizards better than Raptors; Giannis Antetokounmpo: Bucks better than Celtics

One has a stronger case than the other

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Habs have interesting decision to make with third overall pick

Should they take the best player available or draft based on need?

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Warriors guard Klay Thompson: Playing Pelicans far more tiring than playing Spurs

Golden State had little issue in Game 1, anyway

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PHT Morning Skate: Pastrnak’s great postseason; Lamoriello to Islanders?

Monday's collection of links.

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Nashville Predators honor hero in Waffle House shooting

The Predators gave Nashville a chance to give the man who wrestled an AR-15 rifle away from a gunman at a Waffle House a standing ovation.

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Can Boston slow down Sixers, make this a series for grinders?

Joel Embiid did not have great games against Boston and Al Horford in the regular season, does that change now?

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Victor Oladipo’s “meaningless” three cost Las Vegas casinos millions

His late three covered the spread.

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Celtics run Drew Bledsoe video, fans chant ‘Who is Bledsoe?’ at Eric (VIDEO)

Bucks PG Eric Bledsoe maintained he didn't know who Celtics guard Terry Rozier was. He does now.

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Capitals strike early, hold on to even series in chaotic game

After allowing three different two-goal leads to disappear on home ice this postseason, the Washington Capitals were able to hold on to one on Sunday afternoon, picking up a 4-1 win to tie their second-round series with the Pittsburgh Penguins at one game apiece. It was another fast start for the Capitals as they were

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Rockets jump to early lead, cruise in Game 1 win over Jazz

The Rockets took care of Utah in easy fashion in Game 1, 110-96.

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Penguins’ Dumoulin injured by hit to head from Tom Wilson

Will Tom Wilson be suspended for this?

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LeBron James scores 45 as Cavaliers edge Pacers in Game 7

They probably don't deserve it, but the Cavaliers are moving on to the next round to face the Toronto Raptors.

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Penguins’ Malkin out for Game 2 at Capitals

Injured star Evgeni Malkin will not play for the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 2 of their second-round series against the Washington Capitals.

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WATCH LIVE: Capitals, Predators try to even up

Game 2: Pittsburgh Penguins at Washington Capitals, 3 p.m. ET (Penguins lead series 1-0) NBC Call: Mike Emrick, Mike Milbury, Pierre McGuire Series preview Stream here Game 2: Winnipeg Jets at Nashville Predators, 7 p.m. ET (Jets lead series 1-0) NBCSN Call: Chris Cuthbert, AJ Mleczko, Brian Boucher Series preview Stream here More: • NHL Stanley

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Add Juwan Howard to lengthy list of Knicks coaching candidates

The Knicks have cast a wide net in this coaching search.

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Cup finalist Pens, Predators face different tests in round 2

The road back to the Stanley Cup Final took two very different turns for the Penguins and Predators at the start of the second round.

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Utah’s defense slowed Thunder, but Rockets a whole new level

Utah's tough defense excelled against almost everyone in the league this season.

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John Wall wants Wizards to add athletic bigs, depth this offseason

With a capped out roster, making changes in Washington is not going to be that simple.

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With LeBron’s pending free agency, Game 7 vs. Pacers takes on extra weight

LeBron James is on the brink of his earliest NBA playoff exit - and maybe another departure from Cleveland.

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The Buzzer: Couture the OT hero for Sharks; Bruins’ top line keeps scoring

A look at Saturday's Stanley Cup playoff action.

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Last Two Minute Report backs referees, correct no call on Gobert challenging George

The referees are human, mistakes happen, but what everyone wants is just consistency.

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Bruins’ top line (and Rick Nash!) deliver in Game 1 win

The Boston Bruins offense looks pretty unstoppable at times.

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Carmelo Anthony, would you come off the bench? “That’s out of the question”

So, good luck Billy Donovan.

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Ricky Rubio out for Game 1, likely 10 days or so, with hamstring strain

It makes it just that much tougher against an elite Rockets team.

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Tuukka Rask loses it, throws broken skate blade after giving up goal (VIDEO)

What a bizarre sequence of events.

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Relive Donovan Mitchell’s 22-point third, 38-point Game 6 (VIDEO)

We don't see players and performances like this often.

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WATCH LIVE: Bruins-Lightning Game 1; Vegas eyes 2-0 series lead

One game in each conference today.

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Report: Knicks focusing on Mike Budenholzer, David Blatt with background checks

The Knicks need a coach who can establish an identity and build a culture and style around Kristaps Porzingis.

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Evenly-matched Lightning, Bruins expect long, tough series

Boston won three of four meetings between the teams the regular season.

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Paul George on summer free agency plans: “It’s too soon”

Only George knows what he plans to do this summer. And he may not be sure.

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PHT Second Round Preview: 10 things to know about Bruins vs. Lightning

Everything you need to know about the Boston Bruins vs. Tampa Bay Lightning second round series.

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Celtics counting on home-court edge over Bucks in Game 7

BOSTON -- The Boston Celtics knew they would be playing at TD Garden Saturday night, either against the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 7 of the first round or the Philadelphia 76ers in the opener of Round 2.

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NHL 2018 Draft Lottery: Details, No. 1 pick odds, top prospects

Who will have the opportunity to draft Rasmus Dahlin No. 1 overall?

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Matthews, Babcock deny rift as Maple Leafs clean out lockers

"Stuff happens, people speculate."

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Did Rudy Gobert foul Paul George on three with game on line?

All season long that much of a lean was called a foul.

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Frustrated Westbrook snaps at Jazz fans as he leaves court. Twice.

What do you get when you combine a frustrated Westbrook and Jazz fans getting in his face?

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WATCH LIVE: NHL’s best meet as Predators host Jets in Game 1

Round 2 out West begins tonight.

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Rajon Rondo: “I want to be a general manager, and I want to be a head coach”

Rondo has the basketball IQ to be a coach or GM, but could he be diplomatic enough to make it work?

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John Wall: “I kinda like ran out of gas a little bit” at end of Game 5

Wall was 2-of-7 with a couple turnovers in the fourth quarter of Game 5.

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Steve Clifford says he wants to coach next season

Teams should be lining up to interview former Hornets coach

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Capitals believe they can rebound from ‘kick in the stomach’

A five-minute implosion made the Capitals look like the same old team in the playoffs.

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Wizards’ Otto Porter out for rest of Raptors series

Kelly Oubre time

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Delon Wright: ‘I’ve got a quote ready’ for Kelly Oubre after Raptors beat Wizards

Oubre: 'I'm the wrong person to go to war against, because if I die I'mma come back to life and kill you'

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Rumor: Jimmy Butler could sign with Bulls in 2019

Timberwolves star: 'I loved the city of Chicago, and I love the Reinsdorfs.' Lip service or seed planting?

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Brian Burke stepping away from Flames organization

He had served as the Flames' President of Hockey Operations since the 2013 season.

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Pelicans’ big question vs. Warriors: Who guards Kevin Durant?

Stephen Curry's return is the biggest X-factor in this series, but it's not the Pelicans' only challenge.

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Evander Kane to have discipline hearing for cross-checking Bellemare in head

He is facing a potential suspension for cross-checking Pierre-Edouard Bellemare late in the third period of the San Jose Sharks Game 1 loss.

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Kevin Durant: If I take another $10 million pay cut, Warriors ‘going to start taking advantage of me’

Durant: 'We'll see what happens, but I don't see myself taking that big of a cut'

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PHT Second Round Preview: 10 things to know about Jets vs. Predators

Who wins this Central Division battle?

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Rumor: Kawhi Leonard wants Gregg Popovich to lighten practice load

Could be reasonable

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Torts: Plenty of blame to go around in playoff collapse

It ended with a thud in a 6-3 loss in Game 6 on home ice Monday night.

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PHT Morning Skate: Vegas continues to roll, Hischier’s hand injury, Jets coming of age

Friday's collection of links.

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Report: Mike Budenholzer guaranteed the $13 million remaining on his Hawks contract

Atlanta's financial obligation would shrink if he gets hired elsewhere (Knicks?)

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PBT Extra: Dwyane Wade’s return one of many questions for Heat

Will Hassan Whiteside be back in Miami?

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PBT Extra: After being swept, what’s next for Portland?

In the wake of being swept, there are a lot of questions in Portland not many great answers.

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NHL reportedly asked Brad Marchand to stop licking other players

Seems like a pretty reasonable request.

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Hall, MacKinnon, McDavid are 2018 Ted Lindsay Award finalists

Three worthy contenders for the players version of MVP.

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WATCH LIVE: Second round begins with Crosby vs. Ovechkin, Sharks vs. Golden Knights

Let the second round begin!

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PBT Extra: Spurs many off-season questions start with Kawhi Leonard

Can the Spurs relationship with Kawhi Leonard be repaired?

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NBA makes it official: LeBron did goaltend on Oladipo’s final shot

The referees also missed the out-of-bounds play that cost the Cavaliers possession with 27 seconds left.

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Stanley Cup Playoffs: PHT predicts NHL’s Second Round

Who will advance to the Conference Finals?

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Kelly Oubre: Raptors’ Delon Wright ‘doesn’t play well anywhere else, you know, other than at home’

Wizards forward essentially admits he's in the same boat

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Rumor: Bulls expected to wait until 2019 for free-agency splash

Wise course

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PHT Second Round Preview: 10 things to know about Penguins vs. Capitals

Will the trilogy end with the same story or do the Capitals have a twist ready?

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PHT 2018 Stanley Cup Playoff Roundtable: Slowing the Sharks, X-factors

1. What changes do you see if the Washington Capitals fail to get by the Pittsburgh Penguins again? SEAN: The first is an easy one: Barry Trotz is gone. The head coach is without a contract beyond this season and Capitals GM Brian MacLellan quietly received an extension in March. The next part is a

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Rich Cho on Trail Blazers getting swept: ‘Being a previous Portland GM, that didn’t disappoint me’

Tell us how you really feel

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Josh Allen’s old tweet: ‘I hate LeBron!!!!! #LeBronSucks’

Allen could be No. 1 pick in NFL draft – to Cleveland

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Patrick Roy returns to Quebec Remparts as GM and head coach

Roy previously coached the Remparts from 2005-2013.

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Donovan Mitchell tells Thunder fans, Jazz teammates Utah not returning to Oklahoma City this season

Jazz can end first-round series with Game 6 in Utah tomorrow

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PHT Second Round Preview: 10 things to know about Golden Knights vs. Sharks

Who will come out of the Pacific?

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Report: Grizzlies moving toward keeping J.B. Bickerstaff as coach

Doesn't exactly instill confidence

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Rumor: 76ers increasingly confident about signing LeBron James

Understandably

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Turn it up to 11? Pens, Caps have a lot to live up to

The Penguins have won nine of the 10 previous meetings.

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PHT Morning Skate: Provorov played with AC separation; Time for Wild to rebuild

Thursday's collection of links.

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Victor Oladipo on his final shot: “It was a goaltend”

Oladipo is right, it was.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo puts it on himself to be more aggressive in Bucks-Celtics Game 6

Milwaukee star took just 10 shots in Game 4, his third-lowest total of season

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Raptors’ ‘culture reset’ shines in Game 5 win over Wizards

Delon Wright comes up big late for Toronto, which takes 3-2 series lead

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Bednar, Cassidy, Gallant are 2018 Jack Adams Award finalists

Who was the NHL's head coach of the year?

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Warriors players upset with team’s handling of media member taking security manager’s jacket

Players see double standard in treatment of former San Francisco 49ers receiver Mike Shumann, who's white and works for NBA's TV partner

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WATCH LIVE: Bruins, Maple Leafs battle in Game 7

The winner moves on to face the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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Maple Leafs hope playing ‘desperate’ hockey aids them again vs. Bruins

“This is your last shot to move on or go home."

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Report: Kawhi Leonard and Spurs must repair ‘broken’ relationship before San Antonio offers super-max extension

Adrian Wojnarowski: Leonard has 'behaved the last few months like he doesn't want to be a part of' San Antonio

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Report: Heat to explore Hassan Whiteside trade options

t's time to part ways, it just may not be that simple to do.

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PBT Podcast: What went wrong and what’s next for Trail Blazers?

Blazers fans may not like the answer that the most likely outcomes of largely running it back.

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Game 7, and the next career-defining moment for Tuukka Rask

Have you heard? Tuukka Rask sometimes struggles in big games. But what does it all mean?

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Pacers head to Cleveland looking to put pressure back on Cavaliers

Indiana missed a chance to take control of the series in Game 4, now it's a best of three.

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Report: Kawhi Loenard to return to San Antonio around exit interviews. Then…

What happens during and after that meeting is anyone's guess.

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Penguins will be without Malkin, Hagelin for Game 1 vs. Capitals

The Pittsburgh Penguins will be without two of their top forwards when they open the second round on Thursday night.

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Back home, Thunder try to avoid elimination against Jazz

Oklahoma City was built around three All-Stars with the hopes of contending for the Western Conference crown.

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Any end to one-and-done rule remains a couple of years away

The NBA is gaining momentum toward ending one-and-done, but it is years away still.

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Heinen over Wingels right choice for Bruins in Game 7

What kind of difference can he make?

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Amid bevy of head shots, NHL attempts to explain rationale

''I want to make sure the videos we send out are clear.''

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Hassan Whiteside knows Heat’s problem: Not enough Hassan Whiteside

In 10 minutes played in Game 5, Hassan Whiteside was 0-of-4 from the field, picked up three fouls, and was -14.

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PHT Morning Skate: Is Tavares to Avs realistic?

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Off-season priority for Spurs: Meet with Kawhi Leonard, resolve that issue

There are other questions the San Antonio Spurs have to answer this summer: If Danny Green opts out of his $10 million deal (as many around the league expect him to) how hard do they chase him? Same with Rudy Gay and his $8.8 million option (he is a little more likely to pick it

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Now, Dwyane Wade must decide if this was the end

Dwyane Wade's first NBA game was in Philadelphia. Maybe his last, too.

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Nets hire Pablo Prigioni as assistant coach, Tiago Splitter as scout

The Brooklyn Nets have hired former NBA player and Argentine guard Pablo Prigioni as an assistant coach.

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Flyers await free agency with rare luxury: a ton of cap space

Can Ron Hextall take advantage of having "free rein?"

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Celtics to get Marcus Smart back for Game 5 Tuesday

Boston's defense just got better.

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Report: Pelicans have discussed offering DeMarcus Cousins less than max over 2-3 years

Complicated free agency upcoming

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In trying to keep out Penguins fans, Capitals continue great, petty tradition

Taking a page from the Vegas Golden Knights.

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Judge grills Suge Knight – facing murder charge – on NBA-champion pick (Rockets)

To be clear, it was the judge proceeding over his threats case (not to be confused with his robbery case)

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Milwaukee taco restaurant releases security footage showing manager greeting Giannis Antetokounmpo

#TacoBoutAMisunderstanding

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Patience pays off for Jets in building Stanley Cup contender

How the Winnipeg Jets built a Stanley Cup contender by doing next to nothing at all.

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Bruins’ Donato, Predators’ Tolvanen can’t crack playoff lineups

Both teams should keep an open mind with these rookies.

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Kevin Durant: Liking anti-Russell Westbrook Instagram comment was ‘total accident’

Why that's believable

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NBA apparently reviewing whether Russell Westbrook should be suspended for Thunder-Jazz Game 5

Did Westbrook enter court without being beckoned during Rudy Gobert-Raymond Felton altercation?

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Lured out of retirement, Preds’ Mike Fisher chasing 1st Cup

Knowing the Predators had a great team was only part of why Fisher came out of retirement.

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Russell Westbrook on matchup with Ricky Rubio: ‘Let’s get past that. We’re done with that’

Thunder star hyped his defense of Rubio prior to Game 4

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How should Blue Jackets feel about their season?

"We learned a lot about ourselves, but I've got to be honest with you, I'm tired of learning," said forward Nick Foligno.

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Rockets 50, Timberwolves 20: Most dominant playoff quarter in shot-clock era (video)

James Harden singlehandedly outscored Minnesota

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PHT Morning Skate: King Clancy nominees; Rutherford mad at Flyers fans

Tuesday's collection of links.

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As expected, Wesley Matthews says he will pick up $18.6 million option with Mavericks

Opting in makes him an interesting trade piece.

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Draymond Green is texting Joel Embiid advice during playoffs

Embiid makes his home playoff debut Tuesday.

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Report: Pelicans picked up Alvin Gentry’s option for next season before sweep

He earned it.

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WATCH LIVE: Bruins, Capitals look to advance to Round 2

Maple Leafs, Blue Jackets hope to force Game 7s.

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Report: Suns talk to Jason Kidd, Vinny Del Negro about coaching job

Mike Budenholzer is out (and may be thinking New York). Suns’ interim coach Jay Triano and former Grizzlies head coach David Fizdale are still in the mix. The Suns also have reached out to Jason Kidd — who was let go by the Bucks mid-season — and former Bulls and Clippers head coach Vinny Del

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Hours after game-winning tip, restaurant told Giannis Antetokounmpo he had to wait

When the toast of the town wants a table, you get him a table.

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Holtby has been lights out for Capitals

Blue Jackets need to find an answer for the resurgent Capitals goalie.

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Kevin Durant apparently likes Instagram comment critical of Russell Westbrook (photo)

Not the conversation Warriors star wants to be having (I think)

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Pittsburgh funeral home celebrates Flyers’ playoff exit with custom prayer cards

The Penguins eliminated the Flyers in Game 6 on Sunday afternoon.

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Amir Johnson on South Beach: 2006 Pistons ‘let the streets beat us’

Now a veteran on the 76ers, Johnson warned Philadelphia of challenge

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Gregg Popovich to miss Spurs-Warriors Game 5

Ettore Messina still filling in following death of Erin Popovich

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Can Bill Peters find NHL success with Flames?

"He’s prepared. I think he’s a student of the modern game."

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Wild fire GM Chuck Fletcher, who leaves behind a mess

The next GM faces some tough questions going forward.

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LeBron James on Lance Stephenson-drawn technical foul: ‘I gave him a little nudge, and he falls to half court. Come on’

Cavaliers beat Pacers in Game 4 regardless

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Where the Blazers, Neil Olshey, and Terry Stotts go from here

Eventually, the Blazers are going to have to stop being measured and simply measure up.

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Blue Jackets, Maple Leafs go home facing elimination

Bruins, Capitals look to avoid Game 7s.

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Nathan MacKinnon would get P.K. Subban’s MVP vote

"Just tremendous respect for him."

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Jared Dudley: Giannis Antetokounmpo practiced mean mugging in locker room

Practice made for perfect after dunk on Al Horford

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Report: Knicks are Hawks coach Mike Budenholzer’s top choice for job

Budenholzer wants a team more interested in winning now

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PHT Morning Skate: McAvoy needs to step up; 2018 mock draft

Monday's collection of links.

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Andrew Bogut signs to play in NBL in native Australia

The former No. 1 pick and NBA champion is going home.

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When Lance Stephenson gets a traveling call, he earns it (VIDEO)

Never change Lance. Never change.

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Wizards beat Raptors in Game 4, tie series at 2-2 heading to Toronto

The series will head back to Toronto for Game 5 on Wednesday.

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The Buzzer: Penguins, Predators advance; West second round set

The 2017 Stanley Cup Finalists are still alive.

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Predators hammer Hammond, close out Avalanche

Predators dominate, move on to a heavyweight battle against the Jets.

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Marcus Smart wants to be back for Game 6 vs. Bucks

Game 6 would be on Thursday, April 26 if need be.

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Flyers’ once-deadly power play wilted against Penguins

What went wrong for a group that can often steal them games?

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Watch Manu Ginobili score 10 points in fourth quarter as Spurs beat Warriors (VIDEO)

The series heads back to Oakland for Game 5 with the Spurs trailing, 3-1.

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Sean Couturier played through torn MCL, still had hat trick in Game 6 loss

He had five points, including three goals, on Sunday

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Guentzel scores 4 as Penguins eliminate Flyers in bonkers Game 6

The Pittsburgh Penguins are going to round two.

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Kevin Durant on Giannis Antetokounmpo: “I would tell him to play for himself”

Like Giannis, Kevin Durant was once the big star in a little city.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo beats Celtics with late-game tip-in, series goes 2-2 (VIDEO)

Boston was unable to convert on a final play, and Milwaukee grabbed the win, 104-102.

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Penguins will be without Evgeni Malkin in Game 6; Patric Hornqvist returns

Some good injury news for the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday and also some very bad injury news for the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday.

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Barzal, Boeser, Keller are 2018 Calder Trophy finalists

It was a very impressive rookie crop this season.

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WATCH LIVE: Flyers, Avalanche attempt to force Game 7s

Penguins, Predators get another shot to move on to Round 2.

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Report: Ime Udoka, Ettore Messina, David Fizdale to interview for Hornets job

All three have extensive coaching experience under their belts.

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LeBron James, Cavaliers hope to even series with Pacers

LeBron James has been in this playoff position before, just not in the first round.

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Vegas Golden Knights provide a new template for expansion teams

As an expansion team, the Vegas Golden Knights have defied all sorts of odds.

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Rumor: Portland coach Terry Stotts could lose job after being swept out of playoffs

There is plenty of blame to go around for Portland's quick exit from the postseason.

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After Ricky Rubio’s triple-double, Russell Westbrook promises to “shut that s*** off”

Ricky Rubio outplayed Russell Westbrook Saturday night in Utah and now the Jazz are up 2-1 in that series.

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Gregg Popovich will not coach Game 4 following death of his wife, Erin

Ettore Messina will again coach the Spurs.

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Leafs chase Rask, but Bruins make things interesting

Toronto is 20 minutes away from forcing Game 6.

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Anthony Davis’ 47 points, Pelicans sweep Trail Blazers out of playoffs

Anthony Davis scored 33 of his franchise playoff-record 47 points in the second half.

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Twins Marcus, Markieff Morris each fined by league for separate instances

Markieff outdid his brother Marcus on this one... if you consider getting the bigger fine the "win."

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As expected, likely top-three pick Luka Doncic files to enter NBA draft

He's not going to be a bust, and he could be elite.

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Backstrom provides OT winner as Capitals take 3-2 series lead

Backstrom lifts Caps past Blue Jackets in overtime.

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Ben Simmons earns triple-double, Sixers own fourth to win Game 4 vs. Heat, take 3-1 lead

Philadelphia heads home in command of this series and the chance to close it out.

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Kucherov, Vasilevskiy shine as Lightning eliminate Devils in 5

Kucherov, Vasilevskiy too much for Devils.

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Blue Jackets’ Matt Calvert scores a most unusual breakaway goal (Video)

Calvert saves his own blushes, scores.

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Tempers flare in chippy Game 4 between Heat, Sixers

Miami is a physical defensive team, and in Game 4 at home Saturday they cranked that up. The Heat also are a handsy team they clutch, grab, hold, and get away with what they can (that isn’t new to this playoff series). The Sixers are getting weary of it, and in a game with plenty

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Advantage Utah? Jazz’s Derrick Favors “100 percent” back

When Derrick Favors can find ways to impose his will, good things happen for the Utah Jazz.

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WATCH LIVE: Lightning, Bruins try to move on to Round 2

New Jersey and Toronto try to force Game 5 while Columbus and Washington look to go up 3-2.

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Boyle, Luongo, Staal are 2018 Masterton Trophy Finalists

NHL announces finalists for Masteron Trophy.

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Heat have work cut out vs. surging Sixers

Joel Embiid's return to the Sixers changes this series.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo laid waste to Aron Baynes with this dunk

For the first time this series Friday night, the Bucks looked like the more talented team. That got them a comfortable win at home against the Celtics and set up a huge Game 4 on Sunday, with the Celtics still up 2-1 in the series. This looked more like the Bucks team that some of

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Kings shift focus to extending Doughty, addressing offense

"I always wanted to be an LA King and I want to stay an LA King."

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Packers’ QB Aaron Rodgers completes pass to become part owner of Bucks

This is a smart time to buy into the Bucks as they move into a new building next season.

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Big saves, more saves: Top goalies starring in key moments

''Every team needs goaltending. On the road, you're going to need a little extra at some point."

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Pelicans look to pull off sweep of Trail Blazers

With a win , the Pelicans would become the first team seeded sixth or lower to sweep a first-round series since 2001.

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Jets chase Dubnyk during dominant first period

An opening period to forget for Minnesota.

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Rumor: Grizzlies had to choose between Marc Gasol and David Fizdale

Why, though?

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Michal Neuvirth gets Game 5 start for Flyers; Couturier returns to lineup

The Philadelphia Flyers are making quite a few lineup changes for Game 5 on Friday night.

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LeBron James bought Cavs teammates matching designer suits to wear to game tonight

I'm still trying to decide if this is cool or a little too Stepford. 

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Barkov, Karlsson, O’Reilly are 2018 Lady Byng Trophy finalists

O'Reilly is the only previous winner.

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WATCH LIVE: Penguins, Jets, Predators look to advance

Three series could end tonight.

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Report: Knicks to discuss coaching vacancy with Hawks’ Mike Budenholzer

This will be very preliminary.

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Leafs ‘under the gun,’ especially Matthews and Kadri

Mike Babcock on his young team handling the pressure that is building up.

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Stephen Curry to begin “modified” practices with Warriors

The target has always been a return somewhere during the second round, and that still seems to be on track.

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Kenyon Martin: I once played high

Martin played for Nets, Nuggets, Clippers, Knicks and Bucks in 15-year career

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Penguins won’t have Hornqvist; Flyers lineup murky for Game 5

It's unclear which goalie Philly will start, and Sean Couturier is a game-time decision.

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Nuggets president Tim Connelly: Next season playoffs or bust

Michael Malone returning as Denver's coach

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Capitals lose Burakovsky for rest of Blue Jackets series

He needs "minor surgery" after a Boone Jenner hit from Game 2.

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Adam Silver: NBA could eventually reseed in conference finals

FAR more likely than 1-16 seeding

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Players claimed off NHL waivers making most of 2nd chances

It's not personal. It's just business. Players realize this.

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Knicks owner James Dolan: Jeff Hornacek ‘way behind’ in dealing with modern players

Steve Mills and Scott Perry also detail Hornacek's failings

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Bill Peters opts out of contract to leave Hurricanes; next stop Calgary?

The Hurricanes are now without a head coach and GM.

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76ers in their feelings about garbage-time shots (video)

Heat took one in Game 2, and Philadelphia tried for revenge in Game 3

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Jrue Holiday stops to point at Jusuf Nurkic, who had just gotten dunked on by Anthony Davis (video)

Brutal

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Tortorella admits Jackets ‘laid an egg’ in Game 4

"We have to figure it out and we will."

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Dwyane Wade yanks Justin Anderson to ground, Anderson responds with blow to Wade’s back while falling (video)

Players separated during 76ers-Heat Game 3

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PHT Morning Skate: How Marchand became a pest; What are Rangers looking for in new coach?

Friday's collection of links.

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Hassan Whiteside frustrated he’s a non-factor for Heat again

Hassan Whiteside's numbers are down. He's trying not to be the same way.

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Report: Stan Van Gundy to meet with Pistons’ owner next week

If he loses his GM title, would Van Gundy stay on as coach?

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Bruins without Bergeron vs. Leafs in Game 4

He's missing this contest despite the teams getting an extra day off.

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Bucks’ Jabari Parker “frustrated,” wants more playing time

It's going to be an interesting summer for Parker as a restricted free agent.

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Doughty, Hedman, Subban are 2018 Norris Trophy finalists

Two of the three are previous winners.

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WATCH LIVE: Leafs, Blue Jackets try to even things up

Two games out of the East tonight.

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Sixers Jabari Parker upgraded to “probable,” will decide after warm ups

Everything you saw in the first two games of this Maimi/Philadelphia playoff series you can throw out in the trash.

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PBT Podcast: NBA first round playoff series breakdowns

Could LeBron James and the Cavaliers get knocked out in the first round?

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Predators’ Ryan Hartman suspended one game for illegal check to head

He will miss Game 5 of the series on Friday night.

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Sharks showed in Round 1 they’re not done yet

Very quietly the Sharks are still pretty good. Do not sleep on them in round two.

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James Dolan says Knicks must build around ‘great’ Kristaps Porzingis, offers fair rebuke of meddling charges

Knicks owner says Porzingis could miss all of next season

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76ers: Joel Embiid doubtful for Game 3 against Heat

Embiid with Philadelphia for practice

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Rumor: Lakers, Kawhi Leonard share mutual interest

#FutureLaker?

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Andrew Hammond to start Game 5 for Avalanche

The Avalanche will be relying on their third-string goalie in an elimination game.

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PBT Extra: Disciplined Celtics highlight bad habits of Milwaukee Bucks

The Greek Freak has been great, but his team is still down 0-2.

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Ettore Messina to coach Spurs in Game 3 following death of Gregg Popovich’s wife

Messina was previous head coach in Europe

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Predators’ Ryan Hartman to have hearing after illegal check to the head

Hartman to face hearing for illegal check to the head.

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Seinfeld’s Puddy attends Devils game to ‘support the team’

Devils fan from Seinfeld makes triumphant return to New Jersey on Wednesday.

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Report: Knicks to interview Kenny Smith for head-coaching job

TNT analyst has no coaching, front-office experience

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Pacers coach Nate McMillan slips and falls while arguing call (video)

Ouch

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PHT Morning Skate: Ducks wake-up call, Crosby passes Lemieux

Thursday's collection of NHL links.

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LeBron James: Reporter warned me about question on Gregg Popovich’s wife before live TV interview

Of course Allie LaForce did

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Humboldt Broncos fundraising campaign ends with $15 million raised

The campaign received over 142,000 donations.

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PBT Extra: If Portland is going to turn series around it starts with Damian Lillard

For Portland, it all begins and ends with Lillard and it's on him to start the turnaround.

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Bergeron, Couturier and Kopitar are 2018 Selke Trophy Finalists

Two regulars and a newcomer vying for this year's Selke.

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Josh Morrissey suspended 1 game for cross-checking Staal (Video)

Morrissey to sit Game 5 after one-game ban.

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Which tanking owner berated his coach for winning?

Assessing the four possible teams

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WATCH LIVE: Flyers, Devils, Avs look to even up; Sharks go for sweep

Four games tonight.

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PBT Extra: Things not good between Spurs, Kawhi Leonard, but not near a trade yet

Things are not good right now. but the Spurs are not close to trading him, either.

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LeBron James says Cavs’ roster changes, search for identity hurt team’s playoff preperation

What is the Cavaliers identity?

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Don’t blame expansion draft rules for Vegas’ success, blame your GM

The Vegas Golden Knights were given a pretty good hand in the expansion draft. They also received a lot of help from the other teams in the league.

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Can Bradley Beal get his groove back? John Wall, coach Brooks think so

Beal has shot 27.3 percent from three and= 16.7 percent on catch-and-shoots in the first two games.

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Flyers ready for ‘next man up’ mentality if Couturier misses Game 4

The Penguins lead the series 2-1.

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Texas Tech’s Zhaire Smith enters NBA Draft, signs with agent

He's expected to be taken somewhere in the middle of the first round.

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Top picks from 2016 and 2017 are unfazed by playoff pressure

Young players are making major impacts for their teams this postseason.

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James Harden, Kristaps Porzingis star in Kobe-written BodyArmor ads

The ads are pure Kobe — go right at the competition, don't shy away.

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Josh Morrissey to have discipline hearing for cross-checking Eric Staal

He could be the third player to be suspended in the first round.

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Report: Spurs “giving off signals” they will not trade Kawhi Leonard. Yet.

The real test: Will the Spurs offer the $200 million designated veteran extension to Leonard this summer?

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Which team is most likely to come back from 2-1 deficit?

The Flyers, Devils, Capitals, Maple Leafs and Avalanche are all in a hole.

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Warriors’ Andre Iguodala has a knack for big playoff performances

There's something about Iguodala in the postseason.

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PHT Morning Skate: McDavid, O’Reilly visit Humboldt; Schneider’s play gives Devils hope

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Tuesday’s best highlight: Man doesn’t spill beer after Jayson Tatum crashes into him

This may have been the best body control highlight of the night.

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76ers, Mavericks to play two preseason games in China

Dirk Nowitzki's 21st NBA season will include a trip in China.

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Paul George, Donovan Mitchell questionable for Game 2 of Thunder-Jazz

George has a bruised right hip, Mitchell has a bruised foot. Expect both to play.

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WATCH LIVE: Blue Jackets, Jets go for win No. 3; LA tries to avoid sweep

Pivotal games tonight for the Caps, Wild and Kings.

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Tanking stories from Woj: An owner “berated” a coach for late-season win

The league is not going to stop tanking.

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Stephen Curry, Warriors lead NBA in merchandise sales. Again.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is climbing the jersey sales list fast.

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What direction will Flames go after firing Glen Gulutzan?

Gulutzan led the Flames to a 82-68-14 record in two seasons.

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Just as things were looking up for Wild, they lose Parise

A "fractured sternum" suffered in Game 3 is his latest ailment.

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Coyotes’ Panik arrested for criminal trespassing

The incident reportedly happened on the night of April 8.

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Adam Silver on NBA’s handling of tanking incentives: ‘We’re not there yet’

Will league actually do anything beyond minor, already-passed lottery reform?

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NBA increases minor-league salaries to $35,000

Why not higher?

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Report: Kawhi Leonard, Spurs agree on rehab program that his him away from team

Do they really, though?

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Penguins rule Hornqvist out for Game 4; Can Simon step up?

Other changes are possible, including reuniting Phil Kessel with Evgeni Malkin.

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Flyers hoping new lines can get offense going vs. Penguins

Hakstol reunited a trio that had been successful early in the year.

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Russell Westbrook on announcer calling him ‘out of his cotton-picking mind:’ ‘What he said wasn’t OK’

Thunder star also says it's time to move on

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Gregg Popovich actually jovial during in-game interview (video)

Spurs coach keeps everyone on their toes

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Bill Peters’ future with Hurricanes still an unanswered question

Will the Hurricanes need both a new GM and head coach by Friday?

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Where do the Anaheim Ducks go from here?

Can they force a Game 5?

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Draymond Green: Flagrant foul response to Davis Bertans putting me ‘in a chokehold like I was in the WWE’

Warriors forward also says Bertans flopped

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‘Bread’ is the man in playoff surge for the Blue Jackets

Panarin led Columbus with 27 goals and 82 points.

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Did Gregg Popovich take dig at Kawhi Leonard with LaMarcus Aldridge praise?

'I can’t imagine being more proud of a player as far as playing through adversity and being there for his teammates night after night after night'

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PHT Morning Skate: Central Scouting final rankings; Ovechkin still believes

Tuesday's collection of links.

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Three adjustments LeBron James, Cleveland should consider for Game 2

Basketball can be a simple game — get your best shooters/scorers the ball more and let them work. Like LeBron. Or Love.

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Dwyane Wade thanks Kevin Hart in Sixers gear for extra motivation

Don't make Dwyane Wade angry. You wouldn't like him when he's angry.

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Kevin Durant, Klay Thompson lead Warriors to a 2-0 series lead on Spurs

Stephen Curry watched another lopsided win from the bench in sheer delight, wearing a sport coat and big smile.

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Leafs open scoring thanks to controversial penalty call in Game 3 (video)

Puck-over-glass penalty strikes again.

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How Allen Iverson dropping 41 on him taught Kobe Bryant about preparation

"Sometimes you have those moments where great players bring the best out of you." —Kobe on Iverson

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Knicks are interviewing every coaching candidate under the sun… except Jeff Van Gundy

The Knicks may want to do something crazy like even talk to Porzingis throughout the process.

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WATCH LIVE: Vital Game 3s for Leafs, Devils, Avs, Ducks

Four teams look to take 3-0 series leads.

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Yes, penalties are up in Stanley Cup Playoffs

Penguins coach Mike Sullivan says "discipline is of the utmost importance."

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Mike D’Antoni: Not winning a title wouldn’t diminish Rockets’ accomplishments

Um...

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Avalanche are mile-high threat to Predators in Colorado

The Avs are simply a different beast at home.

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Duke’s Wendell Carter announces he’s entering NBA Draft, likely Top 10 pick

He's projected to be selected in the 5-10 range of the draft.

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Jazz: Donovan Mitchell’s status TBD for Game 2 against Thunder

Rookie injured foot

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Heat’s Hassan Whiteside on benching against stretchy 76ers: ‘I trust coach’

Whiteside didn't look happy to sit (video)

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How can Maple Leafs turn things around vs. Bruins?

"Eat a gallon of ice cream while sobbing" is not on the list.

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Tom Thibodeau on how Rockets limited Karl-Anthony Towns offensively: ‘He’s got to be more active’

Yes, but maybe his teammates should alos pass to him more often

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LeBron James not daunted by Game 1 loss to Pacers: ‘I was down 3-1 in the Finals’

Should LeBron and the Cavaliers be concerned?

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Karl-Anthony Towns rebounds, doesn’t realize ball is live – and it leads to Timberwolves dunk (video)

Rockets survive bizarre play

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Devils turn back to Cory Schneider to salvage series vs. Lightning

Scheider stopped all 10 shots he faced in relief in Game 2.

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76ers legend Hal Greer dies

Greer was member of NBA's 50 Greatest list

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Linesman Steve Barton suffers dislocated knee cap and torn quadriceps

This is his second on-ice injury in less than a month.

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Five big takeaways from first weekend of NBA playoffs

Harden and Simmons are good, and people are overreacting to the Kawhi Leonard situation.

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John Stevens ‘bewildered’ at non-call for Haula butt-end on Kopitar

"It’s a bunch of B.S., to be honest with you."

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PHT Morning Skate: Pastrnak’s emergence; Sharks can’t get complacent

Monday's collection of links.

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Victor Oladipo says Cavaliers’ owner Gilbert’s comments added fuel to his fire

Dan Gilbert wasn't talking directly about Oladipo with his comments, but Oladipo didn't take it that way.

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The Buzzer: Scary injury for NHL official; Robbery by Bob

Celebrity sightings, standout performances, and more from Sunday.

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Golden Knights, Kings got key players back in Game 3

Los Angeles' defense should look a lot better. At least on paper.

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Pacers stun LeBron James, beat Cavaliers by 18 in Game 1

Victor Oladipo scored 32 points and the Indiana Pacers held off Cleveland's second-half rally.

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Costly minute for Jets may include Tyler Myers injury

The Wild dominate the second period of Game 3.

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Report: Kawhi Leonard expected to miss playoffs as Clippers eye trade

Leonard is out for the playoffs, the Clippers want a trade this summer, and there's some worry the Spurs won't offer Kawhi the contract he wants.

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Penguins bounce back, take 2-1 series lead over Flyers

The Penguins took a 2-1 series lead over the Flyers with a 5-1 win.

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Celtics survive wild finish, hold off Bucks 113-107 in OT

Boston coach Brad Stevens loves the postseason because it offers a chance to "bust narratives."

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Report: Knicks get permission to interview Mike Woodson, will talk with David Blatt

Add two more names to the already lengthy coaching search list in New York.

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Penguins’ Malkin, Dumoulin score twice in five seconds vs. Flyers. (Video)

The feat set a Penguins franchise playoff record.

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Mike D’Antoni’s innovation will lead Rockets to Western Conference Finals

The good news is that if an opponent body checks one of D'Antoni's star point guards into the scorer's table, he has a back up.

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Joel Embiid clears concussion protocol, will miss Game 2 vs. Heat

Could Embiid be back for Game 3 on Thursday in Miami?

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WATCH LIVE: Four-game slate for Sunday

The Jets and Golden Knights look to go up 3-0 in their series.

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PBT Extra Preview: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Houston Rockets

Minnesota is in the playoffs for the first time since 2004.

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Injured Humboldt players get visit from Stanley Cup

The family said 19-year-old Ryan couldn't feel his legs after the crash.

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PBT Extra Preview: Utah Jazz at Oklahoma City Thunder

Russell Westbrook's drives vs. Rudy Gobert's rim protection is a fantastic matchup.

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PBT Extra Preview: Indiana Pacers at Cleveland Cavaliers

Do the Pacers have a shot in this series?

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PBT Extra Preview: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Boston Celtics

Milwaukee will have the best player in the series by a mile in Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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Serge Ibaka scores 23, Raptors win Game 1 against Wizards 114-106

Serge Ibaka had 23 points and 12 rebounds and Delon Wright scored 11 of his 18 points in the fourth quarter for Toronto.

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Maple Leafs need something, anything, after dreadful start

Leafs allow four in dreadful first period.

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Reports: Knicks reach out to Mark Jackson, Jeff Van Gundy, David Fizdale, Jerry Stackhouse

This is the Knicks, so expect this to just be the start of the drama in their search.

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Nick Young showed up for Warriors game in boxers, silk robe

Someday, Swaggy P is not going to be in the NBA, and we're going to miss him.

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What can the Devils do to slow down the Lightning offense?

The Devils did a lot of good things on Saturday and still gave up five goals. They are now facing a 2-0 series deficit.

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Switch flipped. Warriors rout Spurs in Game 1, 113-92

Who is vulnerable, exactly?

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Michigan’s Moe Wagner enters NBA draft, skips senior season

Moe Wagner has decided to sign with an agent and enter the NBA draft.

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Stephen Curry to be re-evaluated in one week; second round return still seems likely

This week he will be put through more lateral movement and other steps toward a return.

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WATCH LIVE: A full day of Stanley Cup playoff hockey

Four games on today's schedule.

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PBT Extra Preview: New Orleans Pelicans at Portland Trail Blazers

Anthony Davis has been unstoppable the second half of the season.

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Capitals sticking with Philipp Grubauer for Game 2

No change in net for the Capitals after dropping Game 1 to the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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PBT Extra Preview: Miami Heat at Philadelphia 76ers

This is not going to be as easy as some think for the red-hot Sixers.

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Punishment for hits to head prevalent early in NHL playoffs

Some of the hits may alter series because of the resulting injuries.

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Golden State looks vulnerable. Can Spurs do anything about it?

Can the Warriors snap out of their malaise?

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PBT Extra Preview: Washington Wizards at Toronto Raptors

DeMar DeRozan and Kyle Lowry need to step up their games.

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PBT Extra Preview: San Antonio Spurs at Golden State Warriors

Expect the Warriors to flip the switch.

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Report: Hawks allow Mike Budenholzer to talk to Suns about head coach position

This would make sense for both sides.

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Maple Leafs’ Nazem Kadri suspended three games

Toronto won't have the useful center for Games 2, 3, or 4.

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Dallas, Chicago biggest winners in NBA Draft tiebreakers

The Mavericks will pick third and the Bulls sixth, unless the NBA Draft lottery upends that.

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WATCH LIVE: Pens, Jets, Knights look to extend series leads

Can the Flyers, Wild, Kings even things up?

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Thunder suspend announcer who said Russell Westbrook was ‘out of his cotton-picking mind’

Brian Davis apologizes

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Wild hoping to fix penalty kill ‘mistake’ vs. Jets in Game 2

"We made a mistake that we won’t make again."

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PBT Awards: All-NBA

Four unanimous first-teamers and a lot of differing opinions at guard

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Everyone’s still upset with NHL Department of Player Safety

Nobody is happy with any of their rulings so far.

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76ers look dangerous when adjusting for playoff rotations

Jazz, Pelicans, Bucks could be sleepers

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Why the Johansen-for-Jones trade has become one of the NHL’s best moves

The whole point of a trade is for both teams to be happy with the result. This is one of the best examples over the past 10 years.

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PBT Awards: Most Valuable Player

Total agreement 1-3

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Report: Wizards’ Jodie Meeks suspended 25 games for performance-enhancing drugs

Washington loses backup shooting guard for playoffs

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Will LeBron James keep outlasting the Eastern Conference field?

With Heat and Cavaliers, LeBron has won East seven straight years

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Ken Hitchcock retires from coaching; who will Dallas Stars hire next?

Hitchcock finishes a 22-season NHL career with 823 wins, third all-time.

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The Portland Trail Blazers will go as far as these two bench players take them

Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum are the stars, but Portland's 13-game win streak was led by the strong play of the Blazers bench.

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Kings suddenly have plenty of issues on defense

No Doughty, Muzzin or Forbort is a problem for Los Angeles.

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Hornets fire Steve Clifford

Who will have an easier time moving on?

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PBT Extra: Despite poor defense, Cavaliers should be favorites to win East

After seven straight Finals trips for LeBron, I'm not betting against him making it eight.

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PHT Morning Skate: Two NASCAR drivers will honor Humboldt victims

Friday's collection of links.

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Jeremy Lin plans to return to Nets a new player next season

Jeremy Lin didn't even make it through one full game this season.

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PBT Extra: The red-hot Sixers in the Eastern Conference Finals? It’ll happen.

With Boston banged up, one side of the East bracket is much cleaner.

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Kings’ Drew Doughty suspended one game for illegal check to head

The Kings are already dealing with an injury to Jake Muzzin, leaving them with what could be a depleted defense for Game 2.

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Enes Kanter says he’s leaning toward declining $18,622,514 player option with Knicks

Kanter wants long-term deal from New York

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Crucial Ducks goalie Gibson back vs. Sharks for Game 1

Could be a huge difference-maker ... if he's actually healthy.

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Report: Corey Brewer to play in Game 1 for Thunder

The Thunder need him as a fifth starter.

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WATCH LIVE: Capitals, Predators, Lightning begin their Stanley Cup quests

Five games are featured on tonight's slate.

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Doc Rivers: 2016-17 Clippers were ‘a hard group to like because they didn’t like each other’

Chris Paul reportedly said Rivers contributed to him leaving for Rockets

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PBT Podcast: Just how vulnerable are the Golden State Warriors?

Also discussed: The rest of the West playoff matchups, as well as what is in store for Paul George after the season.

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Tristan Thompson, entrenched in cheating scandal, excused from Cavaliers for day as Khloe Kardashian gives birth

Videos showed Thompson with other women

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Boucher, Chiarelli, and a year of strange NHL decisions

Sports and life can both be unfair.

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PBT Awards: Coach of the Year

Three different picks, and only one coach in everyone's top three

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Tyronn Lue has another secret plan to fix the Cavaliers’ defense

LeBron James at free safety?

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Bruins’ Donato, Predators’ Tolvanen begin playoffs as scratches

Donato is out for Game 1, Tolvanen unlikely to play.

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Raptors ready to test new offense in championship-or-bust playoffs

Toronto overhauled its offense for this moment. Will it work?

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Does Canadiens locker room really need attitude adjustment?

GM Marc Bergevin seems to think so.

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Jay Wright: NBA intrigues me, but I’m staying at Villanova

Knicks reportedly plan to pursue him

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Changing losing culture top offseason priority for Sabres GM

The Sabres finished last for the third time in five years.

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Doughty to have hearing for illegal check to head on Carrier

The Kings blue liner could be suspended for the hit.

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PBT Awards: Defensive Player of the Year

Clean sweep at No. 1 and No. 2, but three different picks for No. 3

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Joel Embiid ‘unlikely’ to play in 76ers-Heat Game 1

Embiid endorses himself for Defensive Player of the Year, All-NBA first team

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Seattle NHL expansion group names Tod Leiweke team president

Leiweke brings the kind of clout that will only strengthen a bid that almost appears to be a foregone conclusion.

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PHT Morning Skate: Tough to score Leafs tickets; How do Preds shut down MacKinnon?

Thursday's collection of links.

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Report: Magic Frank Vogel

Simple formula: Bad record + new boss = fired

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Report: Knicks’ coaching search to include Mark Jackson, David Blatt, Jerry Stackhouse

The Knicks job is a glamour one, but it comes with an impatient owner and is not a fit for every coach.

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Just 16 rebounds from averaging triple-double for season, Russell Westbrook fiercely defensive of his stats

Thunder star: 'I'm tired of hearing the same old rebound this, stealing rebounds, all this sh'

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Lightning vs. Devils: PHT 2018 Stanley Cup Playoff Preview

The East's top seed against a team that rallied into the final spot.

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WATCH LIVE: Three games kick off 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs

It's playoff time!

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Support, tributes continue for the victims of Humboldt Broncos tragedy

A GoFundMe campaign for the survivors and victims is nearing $9 million.

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Complete NBA playoff scenarios entering final night of regular season

Even Nuggets-Timberwolves, a de facto play-in game, carries seeding complexities

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Stanley Cup Playoffs: PHT predicts Round 1, Stanley Cup champion

The PHT staff make their picks for Round 1 and who we think will win the Stanley Cup.

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Chris Paul aggressively nutmegs Lakers center Ivica Zubac (video)

Poor, poor Zubac

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Fighting down, hatred still high in NHL playoff rivalries

The NHL's divisional playoff format was brought back specifically to ignite old rivalries and create new ones.

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How the Utah Jazz became the team nobody in the West playoffs wants to face

Who wants to face a physical, defensive, resilient team that plays disciplined basketball? Exactly.

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Soaring Jets get set to start at home vs. experienced Wild

The NHL's return to Winnipeg has been an instant success in the seats, with regular sellouts since the Jets arrived in 2011 for a second landing in the smallest market in the league.

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PHT 2018 Stanley Cup Playoff Roundtable: Teams under pressure, sleeper picks

1. Which Round 1 series are you most looking forward to and why?  SEAN: The obvious is Penguins/Flyers, but I’m real interested in seeing how the Vegas Golden Knights respond to their first playoff series. They have plenty of postseason experience on the roster but over the last month of the season they haven’t been playing

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Golden Knights ready for pressure-free Stanley Cup playoff experience

Can the Golden Knights continue an historic year and make some noise this postseason?

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41-year-old Vince Carter plans to play one more season

He will get a roster spot from someone. At what price remains to be seen.

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PBT Awards: All-Defense

Two unanimous first-teamers (only one pictured)

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NHL trade deadline deals deliver for several playoff teams

Some move paid off, while some did not.

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NBA Power Rankings: Can Rockets, Raptors carry impressive seasons into playoffs?

Houston and Toronto had great regular seasons, but they still have to go through Golden State and Cleveland to reach their goals.

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Jets vs Wild: PHT 2018 Stanley Cup Playoff Preview

Previewing the Western Conference first-round matchup between the Jets and Wild.

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Report: Rockets’ Luc Mbah a Moute likely out for first round with separated shoulder

The Rockets' defense if 4.3 points per 100 possessions better when he is on the court this season.

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Ducks vs. Sharks: PHT 2018 Stanley Cup Playoff Preview

An interesting all-California matchup.

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PBT Awards: Rookie of the Year

Split decision

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Crunching the numbers for the Stanley Cup playoffs

There are lots of relevant numbers to be crunched heading into the playoffs, which begin Wednesday night.

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Villanova point guard Jalen Brunson declares for NBA Draft

Brunson is projected as a late first, early second round pick.

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PHT Morning Skate: Red Wings bring back Blashill; Hart for Giroux?

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Three Things to Know: Three must-watch games on final night of season

Denver at Minnesota is the game of the night — win and you're in.

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NBA teams paying closer attention to players’ wingspan

Wingspan is something NBA teams consider in the draft, and its impact will be seen in the playoffs.

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Report: Kevin Durant to opt out of contract, restructure deal with Warriors

He could sign a four-year, $158 million, which is ma

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Mitch Kupchack hopes to make Hornets winners with Jordan’s help

Mitch Kupchak is confident Michael Jordan's Hornets will become an NBA playoff team again soon.

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Report: Grizzlies valued at $1.3 billion+ in buy-sell transaction

Is their future still in Memphis?

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Dirty Work: Net-front guys play vital role in NHL playoffs

There's a bit of masochist in Patric Hornqvist. Has to be.

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Greed is good for goals: Biggest contract years for NHL playoff teams

From Carlsson to Karlsson, these players have money to make.

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Boban Marjanovic so tall he teases Anthony Davis with ball like child

You have just watched the latest NBA meme be born.

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Complete NBA playoff scenarios

Western Conference and Eastern Conference covered

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Vladimir Tarasenko will have surgery on dislocated left shoulder

The recovery after surgery can take up to six months.

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Golden Knights vs. Kings: PHT 2018 Stanley Cup Playoff Preview

An electric expansion team against the two-time champs.

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Kentucky guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, potential lottery pick, declares for NBA draft

One-and-done

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Capitals name Philipp Grubauer Game 1 playoff starter

The 26-year-old German started 10 of the final 16 games of the regular season.

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PBT Podcast: NBA Awards breakdown including Simmons or Mitchell?

Donovan Mitchell or Ben Simmons for NBA Rookie of the Year? Out of a crowded field who should be the NBA Coach of the Year?

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Bruins vs. Maple Leafs: PHT 2018 Stanley Cup Playoff Preview

The Bruins and Maple Leafs meet in the playoffs for the first time since 2012-13. The Bruins look like a Stanley Cup team but does Toronto have what it takes to send them home early?

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PBT Awards: Most Improved Player

Agreement atop the ballot, disagreement down it

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Villanova’s Mikal Bridges declares for NBA draft

Lottery pick?

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Capitals vs. Blue Jackets: PHT 2018 Stanley Cup Playoff Preview

Which team will finally get over the hump?

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How Dario Saric’s improvement opened door for Ben Simmons and the 76ers

Saric underrated part of Philadelphia's breakout season

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PBT Awards: Executive of the Year

Get Chris Paul, get credit

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Vegas casino creates chocolate sculpture of Marc-Andre Fleury (Photo)

The five-foot tall, 90-pound chocolate sculpture took five weeks to create.

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Sindarius Thornwell absolutely destroys DeAndre Liggins with dunk (video)

Clippers not completely done yet

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PHT Morning Skate: Canada names staff for World Championship; Who should coach Rangers?

Tuesday's collection of links.

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Rajon Rondo with off-the-backboard alley-oop to Anthony Davis (VIDEO)

This is fierce.

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Three Things to Know: Thunder, Spurs, Pelicans in playoffs, but questions abound

Also, the Cavaliers clinch 50 wins and a division title but need help to get the three seed.

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Robert Pera to keep ownership of Grizzlies, buy out minority owners

This likely means the status quo for the Grizzlies on the court, don't expect them to blow it up.

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Hawks guard Malcolm Delaney has surgery on left ankle

Atlanta Hawks guard Malcolm Delaney, already out for the season, has had arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle.

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Isles’ ownership ‘evaluating all aspects’ as Snow, Weight stick around, for now

The organization has a huge off-season ahead of them.

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Report: Celtics’ Marcus Smart could be cleared to play by late April

How hard does Boston want to push him to get back for these playoffs?

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O’Reilly: Sabres adopted mindset of ‘being OK with losing’

Ryan O'Reilly was unable to hide his dejection as he acknowledged that the Sabres' latest last-place finish led him to question his love for hockey.

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PBT Awards: All-Rookie

Sweep on the first team

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Ben Simmons says he should 100% win Rookie of the Year, says no other rookies have caught his attention

Slighting Jazz's Donovan Mitchell

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Penguins vs Flyers: PHT 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs Preview

Both of these teams can score goals. Neither of these teams gets great goaltending. That should make for a fun series.

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Pat Riley now says LeBron James made right choice by leaving Heat for Cavaliers, but they reportedly haven’t spoken since

Riley denies saying anything to fuel Lebron's secret motivation

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Tomas Satoransky patches Wizards’ annual hole

The Wizards finally have a good backup for John Wall. Can they get everything else together for the playoffs?

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PHT Power Rankings: Why your team won’t win the Stanley Cup

Only one team does it every year. Every team has a flaw. Here is the one that is going to stop your team from being the one.

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Predators vs. Avalanche: PHT 2018 Stanley Cup Playoff Preview

Previewing the Western Conference first-round matchup between the Avs and Preds.

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Wizards’ Markieff Morris fined for comments to referee (video)

What did he say?

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JaVale McGee gets pushed into crowd, eats fans’ popcorn (video)

Kevon Looney hits halfcourt shot – nullified by backcourt violation just prior

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Report: Clippers’ C.J. Williams going from two-way deal to multi-year contract

He started 18 games for Los Angeles this season.

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PBT Awards: Sixth Man of the Year

Lou Williams had an all-time reserve season

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Home crowd can help fuel long playoff run for Jets

"If I can remember from the last time we were in the playoffs, it was loud in there like something I've never experienced before," said forward Mathieu Perreault.

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Canada town’s arena focus of mourning after crash kills 15

"The people of this small town grieved at their hockey arena Sunday."

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PHT Morning Skate: Jagr’s not done; 10 stotylines heading into playoffs

Monday's collection of links.

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Best way to start your week: Watch Hornets players rap “Llama, Llama red pajama”

Kemba Walker is good at this. Is there anything he can't do?

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Three Things to Know: Who is in, who is out, games that matter in West playoff chase

Also, the Sixers have 50 wins. Trust the process.

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Boston Bruins fail in opportunity to win Atlantic Division

Boston loses 4-2 in Atlantic Division decider.

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Jazz lock down playoff spot with win over Lakers

Donovan Mitchell had 28 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists.

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Report: As expected, Warriors reach multi-year deal with Quinn Cook

A lot will be asked of Cook in the playoffs, where he will start for a Warriors team and get tested in the first round.

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Report: Mitch Kupchak reaches deal to become GM of Charlotte Hornets

Kupchak may be the safe choice for the Hornets, but that's not necessarily bad.

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Russell Westbrook, who is the MVP this year? “Nah, I don’t have a pick”

Russell Westbrook is steering clear of controversy. Where there is no controversy.

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2018 NHL first-round playoff schedule with Atlantic Division undecided

Plan your life/get your work excuses ready.

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Sedins, Sharp, Vrbata among NHL retirements

Some significant names said goodbye on Saturday.

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Isaiah Thomas says after knee surgery “the problem is fixed,” not worried about free agency

“Now the problem is fixed and (I’m on) the road back to 100 percent.” —Isaiah Thomas

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Former ABA players see similarities in today’s pro game

Basketball Hall of Famers George Gervin and George McGinnis see a lot of their old league in today's NBA.

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Raja Bell tells his version of what happened night Jerry Sloan quit in Utah

This followed fairly closely to owner Greg Miller's version of events. 

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Warriors waive wing Omri Casspi to create roster slot for Quinn Cook

Steve Kerr wants all his big men handy for the versatility, that left Casspi the odd man out.

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Bruins can claim top East spot after Lightning loss

What Boston needs to do against Florida to claim the Atlantic Division.

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Red Wings extend GM Ken Holland, for better or worse

This will likely quiet rumors about Holland running the Seattle expansion team.

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GoFundMe campaign for Humboldt Broncos surpasses $2 million

“All the best stories are told on the busses, in the locker rooms, in the private areas where it’s just them."

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Russell Westbrook backs teachers in walkout in Oklahoma

“Education is very very important to me and the teachers are stand up for something I obviously believe in." —Russell Westbrook

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Ovechkin has shot at 50 after early goal

Take a wild guess where his 48th goal came from.

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Nuggets eliminate Clippers, move into tie for eight seed 134-115 rout

Will Barton scored 31 points and Nikola Jokic added 23 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists for Denver.

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Giroux’s hat trick helps Flyers rout Rangers, clinch playoff spot

Now the Flyers have to wait to find out who they will play.

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Flyers score two goals in six seconds against Rangers (Video)

The rout is on.

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Lakers’ legend Elgin Baylor gets well-deserved statue outside Staples Center

He's an underappreciated star who got his day in the sun.

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Lakers may shut Kyle Kuzma down for final games with sore ankles

There is no reason to risk anything worse happening.

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WATCH LIVE: Philadelphia Flyers vs. New York Rangers

Catch all of the action on NBC or on our Live Stream at 3 p.m. ET.

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NHL Playoff Push: Blues, Avalanche meet for last spot in West

Two playoff spots are still up for grabs with four teams fighting for them. It could all be decided today.

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Brothers Marcus, Markieff Morris ejected from games on same night

So, are congratulations in order for the brothers?

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NHL On NBC: Flyers look to clinch playoff spot against Rangers

One point against the New York Rangers gets the Philadelphia Flyers in the playoffs. A loss leaves the door open for the Florida Panthers.

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Paul George on Thunder: “I can see myself being here,” says playoffs not a factor in decision

George has said from the start how much he has enjoyed playing in and for Oklahoma City. Is that enough?

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Warriors won’t change name from Golden State to San Francisco with move

Franchise considered returning to previous moniker

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Toronto secures No. 1 seed in East, but road likely goes through LeBron

It only looks like parity.

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Kevin Knox going one-and-done from Kentucky, enters NBA draft

How high in the first round will he go?

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76ers: Joel Embiid progressing, still out indefinitely

Will he miss time in playoffs?

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NHL contenders hope late-signing prospects are playoff ready

It has become common for teams with no postseason hopes to sign players out of school and play them late in the regular season

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Grizzlies sign MarShon Brooks, reportedly to guaranteed two-year deal

Memphis also signs Omari Johnson, waives Marquis Teague

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NHL announces potential for tiebreaking game between Flyers, Panthers

This would be a chaotic way to end the regular season.

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Jimmy Butler returning for Timberwolves against Lakers tonight

Minnesota trying to get into playoffs

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Report: Six to eight NBA teams expected to change coaches this offseason

Suns, Grizzlies, Bucks and...?

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Deep roster from savvy moves opens wide window for Predators

The Predators are focused on this postseason with Laviolette taking advantage of his depth not to rush anyone back from injury.

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Rangers’ off-season plan can quickly shift from ‘the process’ to winning

"When you see the progress of the group that gives you hope for what's ahead of us."

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Steve Kerr calls Warriors’ effort ’embarrassing’ and ‘pathetic,’ Kevin Durant: Pacers ‘came out with a better strategy’

Problem or nah?

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LeBron James, Stephen Curry headline Team USA player pool for 2019 World Cup and 2020 Olympics

List goes 35 deep, so almost every very good American in consideration

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Coyotes commit to Antti Raanta with three-year, $12.75 million extension

Raanta has excelled in his first season as a starter.

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NHL Playoff Push: Blues look to leapfrog Avs before Saturday matchup

No clinching scenarios tonight, but another big game for the Blues.

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Kris Dunn locks down point guards, but what about Bulls’ starting job?

Is Dunn the answer in Chicago?

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NHL on NBCSN: ‘Resilient’ Ducks look to extend win streak vs. Stars

Dallas has two games left in their season.

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New NBA playoff ad: What streets will the title celebration be on this season?

"It's the NBA Playoffs, and many cities are anxiously awaiting to see which one gets to celebrate."

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Jabari Parker misses dunk, makes shot on single attempt (video)

Bucks fall to Nets

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PHT Morning Skate: Are Sedins first-ballot Hall of Famers?

Friday's collection of links.

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Jordan Clarkson drops 360 dunk on Wizards (video)

Cavaliers beat Washington

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Three Things to Know: Kyrie Irving news blow to Celtics’ playoff chances, but at least they’re in

Unlike Timberwolves and Clippers, who lost last night

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Predators fan sent a catfish to NHL after disallowed goal

One fan was not happy that a potential game-tying goal was overturned this week.

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Doc Rivers keeps turning off opposing coaches’ microphones while talking to them (video)

Clippers coach is an expert

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WATCH LIVE: Nashville Predators vs. Washington Capitals

The Capitals honor Alex Ovechkin for 1000 games played and the Predators go for the Central Division.

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Tyronn Lue: Jeff Green will start for Cavaliers through playoffs, pushing Kevin Love to center

Will this at least help LeBron James defensively?

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Rumor: LeBron James will leave Cavaliers due to split with Dan Gilbert on Donald Trump

Could divisive president end LeBron's second Cleveland tenure?

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Devils facing ‘big challenge’ trying to clinch playoff spot vs. Maple Leafs

“We’ve worked hard. We’ve earned our spot so far."

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Chris Paul says he threw up while processing trade from Clippers to Rockets

Paul: 'Everyone always thinks us athletes, we've always got it together. That's a lie'

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Heat enjoy Udonis Haslem denying Hawks fans free food (video)

Cold

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NHL Playoff Push: East field could be set; Predators eyeing Presidents’ Trophy

The Blue Jackets, Devils and Flyers could clinch tonight.

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No change in Chicago: Blackhawks bringing Quenneville, Bowman back

The Blackhawks won't make the playoffs for the first time since 2008.

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Report: Jason Kidd wore down Bucks with blaming, sudden turns on players, demanding style

Kidd defends himself: 'It's what it takes to win. And I think we've lost a little of that with the younger generation of everybody gets a trophy'

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Isles’ Mathew Barzal on the Sedins, NHL adjustment and Calder race (PHT Q&A)

We caught up with Barzal after an Islanders practice earlier this week.

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