Grizzlies waive center Dakari Johnson

The Memphis Grizzlies have waived center Dakari Johnson after acquiring him from Orlando last month.

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New Orleans waives DeAndre Liggins

He likely will land on another roster.

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Watch Isiah Thomas’ speech at Aretha Franklin’s memorial

Aretha Franklin is a Detroit legend, a Motown icon. Isiah Thomas is a Detroit legend, too — leader of the Bad Boy Pistons, the Hall of Famer brought titles to Detroit. Thomas knew Franklin and was one of those asked to eulogize the famed singer at her memorial service Friday. Above you can see Thomas

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Kyrie Irving found out about trade to Boston on set of Uncle Drew

He went screaming off the set in full makeup.

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Cavaliers’ J.R. Smith charged with breaking fan’s phone

NBA player J.R. Smith is facing charges he broke the cellphone of a fan who tried to take video of him in the middle of the night outside a Manhattan pizzeria.

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Rumor: Suns have tried to trade for Damian Lillard, Kemba Walker, other point guards

The Suns need a point guard but the Trail Blazers are not about to give up Lillard.

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PHT’s 31 NHL Team Days: Examining the past, present and future

Throughout August we examined different aspects of all 31 NHL teams.

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Three questions facing Winnipeg Jets

One of the big ones is how they will replace Paul Stastny on the second line.

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Steve Kerr says DeMarcus Cousins is “right on schedule” but will not set timeline

Until he returns, Kevon Looney, Jordan Bell and Damian Jones will split time at center.

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Sixers reportedly to speak to three potential new general managers

The Philadelphia 76ers have gone after one big name in their search for a new general manager — Houston’s Daryl Morey, who rebuffed them — but have largely stayed away from former Cavaliers GM David Griffin or the other big names. The reason is they want less of a top-down model and more of a

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Going into contract year, D’Angelo Russell is one motivated guy

The former No. 2 pick will be a restricted free agent next summer.

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Ryan Anderson lowering guaranteed money to make trade to Suns reality

Even if they waive Anderson after this season he gets $15.6 million and hits free agency.

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Under Pressure: Connor Hellebuyck

The Jets finally found a goalie that can elevate them to Stanley Cup contender status. Can he do it again?

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Rumor: Dwyane Wade “inclined” to play one more year but no decision yet

Wade has a month to make a decision before training camp opens.

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Building off a breakthrough: Kyle Connor

The Winnipeg Jets front office just keeps churning out productive NHL wingers.

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Joel Embiid learned shooting from from YouTube videos of “white guys shooting 3 pointers”

You got to learn from somebody...

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Hey, at least the Wizards are trying some things

Grading the Washington Wizards' offseason

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It’s Winnipeg Jets Day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Winnipeg Jets.

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Nets’ center Jarrett Allen has been shooting 50-100 threes every day

Last season, Brooklyn’s Jarrett Allen took 90 percent of his shot attempts within 10 feet of the rim. He had a strong rookie campaign, getting the bulk of his shots either as the roll man going to the rim, or cutting off the ball. Next season, he may add another tool to the toolbox —

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Flames sign defenseman Noah Hanifin to 6-year deal

Hanifin had 18 goals and 65 assists in 239 games in three seasons with Carolina.

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Timberwolves bring back ’90s, KG era with throwback uniforms this season

The greatest run of Minnesota Timberwolves basketball in franchise history — four 50-win seasons, even reaching the conference finals once — came in the late 1990s and early 2000s, the Kevin Garnett era. Minnesota believes it is on the cusp of another great run — led by Karl-Anthony Towns — and so it is bringing

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PHT Morning Skate: Can Raanta be elite?; Pacioretty rejects Kings trade

Friday's collection of links.

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Rockets’ finally find taker for Ryan Anderson, trade him, De’Anthony Melton to Phoenix

Melton is a good get for the Suns, who send point guard Brandon Knight back to Houston.

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Grizzlies sign former Wake Forest center Doral Moore to training camp contract

The Memphis Grizzlies have signed 7-foot-1 center Doral Moore and added him to their training-camp roster.

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Chris Bosh still dreams of NBA comeback

It's not happening, but Bosh holds out hope.

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Good news for Pistons fans, Blake Griffin looks sharp at UCLA run

Turns out Griffin can still throw it down.

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That time Shaq choked out a teammate before a game, as described by Grant Hill

Why? Because the guy wouldn't make post entry passes.

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Three questions facing Washington Capitals

Riddles to solve as Washington aims to repeat.

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Look who Luka Doncic is hanging out with? Kobe Bryant.

Will the rookie pick up some of the Mamba mentality?

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Under Pressure: Todd Reirden

Attempting to repeat as champions in his first year as an NHL head coach.

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Spurs sign second-rounder Chimezie Metu to three-year deal

That's why San Antonio left portion of mid-level exception available

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Did then-Cavaliers GM David Griffin predict in 2016 LeBron would leave in 2018?

And how did that affect roster building?

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Pacioretty’s agent blasts Canadiens as fiasco drags on

Is there any way for Montreal to "win" this trade, at this point?

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Report: Heat executive accused of embezzling while with Kings

Jeff David allegedly diverted money sponsors attempted to pay Kings for personal use

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Building off a breakthrough: Tom Wilson

A breakthrough on the ice, and then at the bank.

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Knicks color commentator Walt Frazier: Kevin Durant will have asterisk by name

Durant can become free agent next summer

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Report: Thunder stretching Kyle Singler, no longer on track to break luxury-tax record

Oklahoma City set to save more than $19 million

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David West retires

Two-time All-Star set stage for Kevin Durant to leave Thunder for Warriors

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It’s Washington Capitals day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Washington Capitals.

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Jahlil Okafor says he’s ready to help Pelicans where “atmosphere is all about winning”

"The whole organization and atmosphere is all about winning. That’s not something I’ve been accustomed to."

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John Wall: Team USA has ‘different atmosphere’ with Gregg Popovich succeeding Mike Krzyzewski

Will Wizards star make roster for 2019 World Cup or 2020 Olympics?

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PHT Morning Skate: The John Tavares Effect; Connolly says no to White House visit

Thursday's collection of links.

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Watch Blake Griffin and comedian Jeff Ross engage in awesome Roast Battle (video)

Pistons star jokes about Clippers, hears about Kendall Jenner

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Bucks respond to Milwaukee city attorney with continued support for Sterling Brown

'What happened to him was shameful and inexcusable'

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Watch Kobe Bryant try to identify Kobe vs. generic beef (video)

Lakers great knows his food

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NBA endorses Chuck Schumer’s plan for federal regulation of sports gambling

Schumer sure likes federal regulation

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Enes Kanter: You don’t sign with Milwaukee Bucks ‘unless they give you good, good money’

Knicks center tried baiting rumors about him signing with Bucks

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NBA, NCAA, NBPA, USA Basketball take next step in killing one-and-done with elite prospect program

It will give the chance for NBA teams to get a closer look at the top 20 players from each high school class.

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Hawks to play in renamed, renovated State Farm Arena

Philips Arena in Atlanta is being renamed for State Farm after a $192.5 million renovation.

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Three questions facing Vegas Golden Knights

Can Marc-Andre Fleury handle a heavy workload?

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Chris Paul speaks truth to young ballers — keeping an NBA job is real work

Chris Paul loves his job, and he's not giving it up.

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Building off a breakthrough: William Karlsson

The 25-year-old has a lot on the line in 2018-19.

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Bulls biding their time, except forced into action with Zach LaVine

Grading the Chicago Bulls' offseason

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Draymond Green on evolution of LeBron: “I think Bron over the last four years became LeBron James”

"I feel like for years he shied away from saying, 'I'm here.'" No longer.

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Under Pressure: Tomas Tatar

He never seemed to fit in with the Golden Knights after the trade.

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Jayson Tatum on Celtics having so many ball handlers: “We’re gonna find a way to make it work”

"We all want to win, so everybody has to sacrifice."

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Martin Brodeur is going home, returns to Devils in business development role

Martin Brodeur is heading home. After three years as the assistant general manager of the St. Louis Blues, one of the greatest goalies of all-time is taking a step back from hockey operations and putting his business hat on as the New Jersey Devils’ executive vice-president of business development. He's going home! Martin Brodeur, who

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It’s Vegas Golden Knights day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Vegas Golden Knights.

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LeBron James talked about his motivation, much more in “The Shop” debut

"I know how to do it and I know how I'm gonna get the best out of myself. I don't need you to push me."

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Ben Simmons talks about working on free throws, jump shot this summer

He shot 37 percent from four feet to the free throw line, and 56 percent on free throws themselves. That must improve.

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PHT Morning Skate: Seguin disappointed with contract standstill; Fortnite problems

Wednesday's collection of links.

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LeBron James got gold-and-diamond shoes for passing 30,000 points (PHOTOS)

That is some Chingo Bling style nonsense right there.

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Report: NBA will lift all color restrictions on shoes for 2018-19 season

There will still be some restrictions which are based in common sense, but shoes worn for the first part of the year will be approved soon.

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Knicks fan sells fanhood on eBay, will root for Lakers this season

The sale came with certain stipulations, including that he would root for a team of the winning bidder's choosing.

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Dr. J says he admires LeBron James’ willingness to leave East for West

Leaving the East for the West? "That's chutzpah."

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Grizzlies waive two-way player Kobi Simmons

He likely will play in the G-League to start the season.

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PBT Extra: With Manu Ginobili retired, Spurs headed toward rebuild… but not yet

The Spurs are evolving but not rebuilding, at least not yet.

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Manu Ginobili says he will remain around Spurs, just not as player anymore

His kids are already in school in the area and he plans to be around the team, just not playing.

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Jeremy Lin: Driver asked whether I was in high school (video)

Hawks guard is 30!

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Three questions facing Vancouver Canucks

How much will they miss the Sedins?

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Tom Thibodeau says he’s ‘very optimistic’ Timberwolves will extend Karl-Anthony Towns’ contract

Important for Minnesota to get done

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Mike Conley: ‘Frustrating’ Grizzlies aren’t premier destination in free agency

'With all the things teams have been able to accomplish through free agency, and through all the player movement, you kind of miss out on that'

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Building off a breakthrough: Brock Boeser

He's one of the best young players in the game.

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Celtics’ quiet summer good enough

Grading the Boston Celtics' offseason

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Under Pressure: Jim Benning

Can he survive if the Canucks have another bad season?

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Report: Pistons’ Henry Ellenson to play for USA Basketball in World Cup qualifying

No NBA player with guaranteed contract has in 2019 qualifying

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Thunder’s Steven Adams says he whips gross sweaty hair at opponents during games

'It whips them in the eye and they get really mad'

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It’s Vancouver Canucks day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Vancouver Canucks.

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Enes Kanter on trying to get in LeBron’s head: “No it does not work. But I’m trying.”

"I would do anything to take his focus away, distract him."

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PHT Morning Skate: Suter’s slow recovery; Scheifele on Tom Brady’s diet

Tuesday's collection of links.

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Celtics’ Danny Ainge: Both Kyrie Irving, Gordon Hayward will be full speed for camp

That should make the rest of the East nervous. 

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Tom Thibodeau not worried about Jimmy Butler leaving: “The winning will take care of that”

Heading into last season, Minnesota looked like a team on the rise — Karl-Anthony Towns was developing into one of the game’s best centers, Jimmy Butler was added to the mix, and the team was poised for a big leap forward. Which the Timberwolves took, winning 16 more games (47) to make the playoffs for

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Check out Spurs tribute video, highlights from Manu Ginobili’s career

You can't watch enough Ginobili highlights.

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Outpouring of respect, love from players for Manu Ginobili upon his retirement

Players, coaches, and GMs praised the Argentinian legend.

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Spurs reportedly sign Quincy Pondexter to partially-guaranteed one-year deal

They have a spot open in the bench rotation on the wing now, but can Pondexter fill that role?

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Steve Kerr: Warriors won’t change style of play for DeMarcus Cousins

The Warriors push the pace. They keep moving offensively, both the ball and themselves. They frequently switch defensively. DeMarcus Cousins doesn’t always hustle up court. He often holds the ball as he surveys the floor. He’s not very comfortable defending on the perimeter. And that was even before he tore his Achilles. So, something must give…

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Three questions facing Toronto Maple Leafs

The big question is whether or not they will be able to prevent enough goals.

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The coolest thing Manu Ginobili did on a basketball court (video)

Swat a bat out of the air

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Maple Leafs should be NHL’s best offensive team

One of the highest scoring teams in the league added one of the best offensive players this summer.

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Panthers add Troy Brouwer on one-year contract

He was bought out by the Calgary Flames earlier this month.

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Manu Ginobili retires

End of era for Spurs

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Kings make neither friends nor progress

Grading the Sacramento Kings' offseason

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Building off a breakthrough: Travis Dermott

The Maple Leafs are loaded with great young forwards. They also have some promising young defensemen.

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76ers owner Josh Harris: Brett Brown could remain GM this season

Philadelphia still hasn't replaced Bryan Colangelo

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Darius Bazley not playing in NBA’s minor league, after all

Not the most convincing rationale, though

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Under Pressure: Mike Babcock

It is time for a Mike Babcock team to win something. Or get close to winning something.

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Thunder G Andre Roberson hoping to be at full strength by Christmas

Roberson missed last few months of last season with injury

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Report: Hawks signing former No. 5 pick Thomas Robinson

Will he stick past training camp?

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It’s Toronto Maple Leafs day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Toronto Maple Leafs.

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Rookie contract extensions: Devin Booker got paid, who else is likely to sign?

Karl-Anthony Towns and Kristaps Porzingis almost certainly will get max extensions. After that...

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PHT Morning Skate: Zetterberg done for the season?; Alex Lyon’s ‘Sixth Sense’ mask

Monday's collection of links.

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Member of Bucks’ NBA 2K gaming team injured in Jacksonville mass shooting

The tragic mass shooting at a Madden 19 tournament in Jacksonville, Florida, hit the NBA because one of the injured was a member of the Milwaukee Bucks’ NBA 2K team. Timothy Anselimo — who is known as “Olarry” and “Larry Legend” in the gaming world — was shot and among the injured at the event. Statement

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Clippers’ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ready to bring his style to the NBA

"Because I’m so tall for a point guard, I obviously understand how to use the size. "

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Isaiah Thomas says Nuggets are making the playoffs this year

If Millsap can play a full season, he's probably right.

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Will NBA’s proposed offensive rebound rule change impact many plays? No.

We can all picture the end-of-game situation: A team is up one point with a minute to go, looking to extend the lead, the drag the shot clock down as far as possible then take a contested shot that they miss but their center grabs the offensive rebound. The rebounder kicks it out top, and

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Kings’ Ben McLemore clarifies comments on NFL players taking knee during anthem

After he felt his comments to TMZ were misconstrued, McLemore stepped up with a detailed follow-up.

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Three questions facing Tampa Bay Lightning

Late-season falloff, penalty kill woes and fatigue.

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Under Pressure: Steve Yzerman

Can Yzerman keep all the talent in Tampa?

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Happy Birthday James Harden! To celebrate, here’s a MVP-season highlight mix

Harden turns 29 today.

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Building off a breakthrough: Brayden Point

Point took a big step, and could take another in a contract year.

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For Stephen Curry, Women’s Equality Day is now very personal. And not enough.

"I want our girls to grow up knowing that there are no boundaries that can be placed on their futures, period."

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It’s Tampa Bay Lightning day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Tampa Bay Lightning.

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Celtics’ Jayson Tatum grew up a Kobe Bryant fan, “I used to hate Boston”

If you grow up a Kobe fan, you didn't grow up a Celtics' fan.

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Milwaukee city attorney writes officers who tased Bucks’ Sterling Brown did nothing wrong

Brown has sued the Milwaukee Police Department for a January tasing.

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Jakob Poeltl goes to Spurs promising to do what he does best

Poeltl is a guy who plays to his strengths and the Spurs thrive with those kinds of players.

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Celtics’ Terry Rozier on returning to back-up role: “I’m not worried about it”

Rozier is entering the final year of his contract.

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San Van Gundy on the decline of Dwight Howard: “It’s crazy; it really is”

Van Gundy says Howard has been slow to evolve with the game.

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Three questions facing St. Louis Blues

Will the Blues be able to improve their abysmal power play in 2018-19?

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Kobe Bryant on his hardcore fans not loving LeBron as a Laker: “they’ll fall in line”

"Listen, if you are fan of mine, you are a fan of winning, you are a fan of the Lakers."

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Building off a breakthrough: Vince Dunn

The 21-year-old had a solid rookie season.

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Nick Young reportedly arrested after traffic stop Friday night

This does not help him as a free agent.

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Under Pressure: Jake Allen

The 28-year-old has to be more consistent.

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Team Power, 3’s Company scuffle during Big3 Final (VIDEO)

Team Power and 3’s Company squared off in the Final in more ways than one, with the former eventually coming out on top, 51-43.

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It’s St. Louis Blues day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 St. Louis Blues.

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Corey Maggette’s Power hang on to win Big3 championship

Big3 MVP Corey Maggette dropped 27 in the title game.

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As Gordon Hayward returns, Jayson Tatum says he’d be OK coming off the bench

With Hayward back, coach Brad Stevens will need to find playing time for all of the top tier talent he has on the Celtics roster.

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Vince Carter: ‘I have a young guy’s mentality with a 40-year-old body’

Vince Carter can't say his 21st NBA season will be his last.

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LeBron James testifies in case involving use of player tattoos in video games

A tattoo shop says that they did not give permission for the art they had done on LeBron's body to be licensed in the 2K video games.

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David Stern ordered Joey Crawford to see psychiatrist after Tim Duncan ejection

Crawford ejected Duncan for laughing during a game in 2007.

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Kobe comback? Not happening. Says he will “never come back to the game”

It was never logical he would return, but rumors die hard.

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Stanley Cup visits Humboldt Hockey Day, memorial site

An emotional day in Humbolt as Lord Stanley pays a visit.

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Hawks give Carmelo Anthony’s No. 15 to Vince Carter

Rude!

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Ben Simmons getting buckets, dropping dimes at UCLA run

Simmons can still get to the run, like few others.

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PBT Extra: Mapping out the biggest moves of the NBA offseason

The NBA summer has settled. While a few minor tweaks are still to come — where will Jamal Crawford land? How much will Rodney Hood re-sign for with the Cavaliers? — the big moves came early and often. Time to put up the map and break down the 10 biggest moves of the summer, from

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PHT Time Machine: 1991 dispersal draft and birth of the Sharks

The San Jose Sharks' entrance to the NHL was a complex one.

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Report: Jimmy Butler open to playing with LeBron James on Lakers

He should be

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Hockey’s popularity heating up in Arizona desert

The Coyotes have donated $300,000 to local rinks to improve facilities and donated more than 12,000 jerseys to programs across the state.

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Jayson Tatum to Celtics president Danny Ainge, who traded down rather draft him No. 1: ‘You owe me some money’

Joking, but Ainge couldn't pay more, even if he wanted to

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Rumor: Kevin Durant signed short deal with Warriors so he’d have ability to re-sign for five years next summer

How much sense does that make?

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Three questions facing San Jose Sharks

What happens to Joe Thornton and Joe Pavelski after this season?

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Mike Budenholzer bolsters Bucks

Grading the Milwaukee Bucks' offseason

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Building off a breakthrough: Timo Meier

The 21-year-old will try to build on his 21-goal season.

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Under Pressure: Evander Kane

Can he keep playing at a high level?

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Read Jackie MacMullan’s five-part series on mental health in the NBA

Links inside

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Sabres’ Eichel focuses on keeping fiery emotions in check

The lack of success eats at Eichel.

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Report: 76ers want GM who’ll collaborate with minority owner, others on decisions

That'll alienate big-name candidates

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It’s San Jose Sharks day at PHT

They locked up their core. Can they take the next step now?

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Diana Taurasi claps back (video)

Phoenix Mercury star to Jasmine Thomas: 'Who's clapping now? [expletive]'

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Corey Maggette leads Clippers-centric squad into Big3 title game

For four seasons, Corey Maggette and Quentin Richardson were teammates on the Los Angeles Clippers. Then, not long after Richardson left the team, Cuttino Mobley joined the Clippers and he and Maggette were teammates for three years. All that familiarity has paid off in the Big3 this season as that core — along with Glen

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PHT Morning Skate: Canucks and Karlsson; X-factors for Flyers

Friday's collection of links.

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JJ Redick on what derailed Clippers: ‘Donald Trump-level pettiness’

The Sixers guard says the Clippers locker room had a passive aggressive nature to it.

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Here’s a rumored look at the new Nike LeBron 16s (PHOTOS)

LeBron James' billion-dollar contract with Nike means we'll continue to see the top signature shoe line from The King for quite some time.

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Jayson Tatum on Markelle Fultz: ‘We’re really best friends off the court’

Given that they were taken in the same draft in 2017, it's likely they will always be paired together in the eyes of fans.

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James Harden says adding Carmelo Anthony to Rockets is ‘going to be easy’

The Houston Rockets seem infinitely confident that adding Carmelo Anthony to their roster for the upcoming season will be a net positive.

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Kobe Bryant is jacked (photo)

It's really his 40th birthay?

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Pacers coach Nate McMillan ‘happy’ LeBron James left Eastern Conference

Can Indiana seize the throne?

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Kobe Bryant turns 40 today, his wife got him the perfect shirt

Also, we threw in a Kobe highlight package, just because we could.

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Three questions facing Pittsburgh Penguins

Which Kris Letang will they get is at the top of the list.

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Boston Celtics star Irving honored by mother’s Sioux tribe

Kyrie Irving was given the Lakota name "Little Mountain."

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P.J. Tucker on Carmelo Anthony joining Rockets: “He’ll fit right in on our team”

"I do not know anyone who said they could not play with Chris Paul."

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Will Sidney Crosby win another scoring title in his career?

He has been close in recent years, but entering his age 31 season history is not on his side for winning another Art Ross Trophy.

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Skylar Diggins compares her salary to Harrison Barnes’: ‘Do you know his stats? Was he an All-Star?’

Mavericks forward becomes collateral damage in WNBA salary debate

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NBA likely to tweak three rules, including resetting shot clock to 14 after offensive rebound

The other two is to clear up the definitions of "a hostile act" for review, and for a clear-path foul.

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Building off a breakthrough: Jamie Oleksiak

He played the best hockey of his career after arriving in Pittsburgh in December.

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Thunder secured Paul George – and surprisingly kept spending

Grading the Oklahoma City Thunder's offseason

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Stephenson taking Stanley Cup to Humboldt to help town heal

He will make good on that commitment Friday, hoping his small gesture will help somehow.

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Pat Riley predicts Heat will re-sign Dwyane Wade and Udonis Haslem

Especially Haslem

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Under Pressure: Jack Johnson

Can the Penguins turn Johnson's game around?

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Joey Crawford: David Stern dressed me down for Don Nelson ejection, ordered me into therapy after Tim Duncan incident

One sounds more effective than the other

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Hayley Wickenheiser joins Maple Leafs’ front office

The 40-year-old Wickenheiser won four Olympic gold medals with Canada.

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It’s Pittsburgh Penguins day at PHT

The Cup window remains open. Did they do enough to get back to the Final?

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Knicks’ coach David Fizdale says he challenges Kristaps Porzingis and big man likes it

Fizdale is saying all the right things so far.

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PHT Morning Skate: Karlsson trade talks heat up; ban hitting?

Thursday's collection of links.

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Paul George says Lakers were “pissed at me” he didn’t give them a meeting

The Lakers won the summer — they landed LeBron James. However, the Lakers had room for two max salaries, and a year before Paul George‘s people were trying to scare off other teams by telling them he was going to sign with the Lakers when he became a free agent. (George’s hope was the Lakers

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NBA GM: I prefer players without ADHD

Not necessarily unreasonable, but seems to speak to flawed outlook

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Alessandro Gentile says he’s signing with Rockets

Will he stick into regular season?

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Rumor: Kawhi Leonard keeping an open mind about re-signing with Raptors

Does anyone really know what Leonard is thinking?

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Nebraska offers Dwyane Wade’s son scholarship

Zaire Wade entering recruitment age

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Shane Larkin details his OCD, washing his hands to the point of bloodiness

Larkin has played for Mavericks, Knicks, Nets and Celtics

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At Hall of Fame, Reggie Miller will present Ray Allen, Gary Payton will present Jason Kidd

It's a good HOF class.

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Flyers’ Sean Couturier out four weeks with another knee injury

GM Ron Hextall said that Couturier was injured Aug. 10 during an offseason exhibition game.

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Mental evaluation ordered for slain NBA player Lorenzen Wright’s ex-wife

This will determine if she can stand trial for his murder.

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Not medically cleared for the NBA, Isaiah Austin is putting up numbers in China

The NBA, however, is unlikely to ever clear him to play.

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Three questions facing Philadelphia Flyers

Can Sean Couturier overcome his latest knee injury?

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Boston signs P.J. Dozier to two-way contract

The Celtics are set at both guard spots, but Dozier brings a little depth to the mix.

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Still undecided Manu Ginobili reportedly “seriously considering” retirement

He has played 16 NBA seasons and has four rings.

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Under Pressure: James van Riemsdyk

Can he live up to the new contract?

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Giannis Antetokounmpo, Danilo Gallinari, other NBA players skipping FIBA qualifying window

A few may play, but most NBA players will be working out at their team's facilities at that point.

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Building off a breakthrough: Travis Konecny

How much more can the Flyers get out of Konecny this season?

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Jerami Grant on narrative Russell Westbrook is bad teammate: “That’s just ignorant”

"Russ is a great teammate and a great person."

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It’s Philadelphia Flyers day at PHT

The Flyers have plenty of top young players. Can they make a big impact this season?

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You may hate “superteams,” but players don’t see it that way

Plenty of fans have vented their distaste for superteams, particularly ones where the players themselves push to make it happen (as with LeBron/Wade/Bosh in Miami, or Kevin Durant jumping to the Warriors, or the Chris Paul/James Harden Rockets). Plenty of former players — Charles Barkley is the loudest cheerleader, but even ironically Scottie Pippen —

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PHT Morning Skate: Matthews talks captaincy; Handzus to retire

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Lamar Odom says he had “12 strokes and six heart attacks” while in hospital

"All my doctors that see me say I'm a walking miracle."

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DeMarcus Cousins showing progress in recovery from Achilles tear

The Warriors can and will be patient, but he seems to be moving well.

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LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Kawhi Leonard all worked out together at UCLA today

The NBA rumor mill never stops, and all it takes is one photograph to send thousands to the trade machine to start working out deals they are convinced should happen. A photograph like this one. To answer your biggest question first, yes that is Cedi Osman on the left. Oh, and Kevin Durant, LeBron James,

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Corey Maggette named Big3 MVP, Nancy Lieberman Coach of Year

Chris "Birdman" Anderson won Defensive Player of the Year.

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Senators assistant GM Randy Lee resigns

"They need an assistant general manager who can focus completely on the coming season."

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Channing Frye says young Lakers may not “truly understand what it’s like to play with” LeBron

The Lakers are going to have an adjustment period, playing with LeBron is a big change from last season.

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Kobe Bryant “definitely” staying retired, not playing in Big3 next season

When spoken words get transcribed — or just heard by people half-listening — context can be lost. Take for example, the Big3 media conference call on Tuesday (which I was on). The executives of that league — co-founders Ice Cube and Jeff Kwatinetz, plus Clyde Drexler and Amy Trask — have a fun, joking relationship

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Devils go ‘heritage’ route with 2018-19 third jersey

The white, green and red returns.

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Zhou Qi’s China edges Jordan Clarkson’s Philippines at Asian Games

Cavaliers guard left game with leg cramp

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Hornets PG Tony Parker says he’ll retire with Spurs

Ceremoniously or actually playing for them?

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Kobe Bryant in Big3 next year? One league co-founder says yes.

Don't bet on it actually happening.

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Three questions facing Ottawa Senators

How will they resolve the delicate situation with Erik Karlsson?

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Marcus Morris smoked marijuana to deal with anxiety while with Pistons

How Morris' experience speaks to issues of mental health in predominantly black NBA

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Building off a breakthrough: Thomas Chabot

The 21-year-old is Ottawa's future on defense.

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NBA rookies agree on little, but Trae Young’s shooting and playmaking supremacy comes closest

NBA releases rookie survey

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Under Pressure: Pierre Dorion

How will he handle touchy situations with Erik Karlsson, Matt Duchene and Mark Stone?

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Report: Mavericks awaiting potential NBA punishment due to predatory work environment

Reported hope results of investigation will be released next week

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It’s Ottawa Senators day at PHT

A look back at the 2018-18 Ottawa Senators.

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Report: Nets’ Kenneth Faried charged with marijuana possession

His money was also seized

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With Dennis Schroder trade, Trae Young knows Hawks have bet big on him

"I know there is a lot on my plate. I’m looking forward to it.”

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PHT Morning Skate: NHL’s top goalies; 2019 Hart Trophy race

Tuesday's collection of links.

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Kawhi Leonard’s “preference” reportedly still to sign in Los Angeles

Do not count the Clippers out of the chase.

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Raptors hire Spurs video coordinator, who just happens to be Kawhi Leonard friend

The Raptors want to make Leonard feel comfortable in a new city.

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Brandon Jennings signs to play in Russia next season

He played 14 games for the Bucks last season.

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Some owners reportedly want access to mental health files of players

The league thinks those files must remain confidential, as does the players' union. They are right.

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Rebuilding Hawks add depth by signing Daniel Hamilton, Alex Poythress.

Poythress is on a two-way contract.

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Lance Stephenson on why he blew in LeBron’s ear: “I was really trying to get him mad”

"I was trying anything."

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Nuggets rookie Michael Porter Jr. guesses Vince Carter’s first NBA season was in 1987 (video)

Kids these days

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Three questions facing New York Rangers

The top question: How far can Henrik Lundqvist still carry this organization.

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Hawks rookie Trae Young: ‘I know there is a lot on my plate’

Young: 'I’m looking forward to it'

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Rangers could once again be active in trade market

The Rangers have been one of the busiest teams in the league over the past year. They probably have more moves to make.

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76ers’ Ben Simmons: ‘We’ve got to get past Boston. Those are the guys at the top right now’

Celtics eliminated Philadelphia last year

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Report: Jon Leuer expected to return to Pistons by start of season

Would be quite helpful for Detroit

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Under Pressure: Kevin Shattenkirk

His first season with the New York Rangers did not go as anyone had planned.

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John Oliver roasts Dwight Howard in monologue on trade (video)

'Last Week Tonight' digs into President Donald Trump's trade war

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Building off a breakthrough: Pavel Buchnevich

He had a strong season for the New York Rangers in 2017-18 but they could have probably gotten more out of him.

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Paul Pierce: I played all 82 games after stabbing to cope with depression

'My depression was bad -- really bad. I never want to feel that way again'

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Report: Rockets signing Bruno Caboclo

'Two years away from being two years away' was four years ago

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It’s New York Rangers day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 New York Rangers.

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Bucks GM: Brook Lopez, Ersan Ilyasova “really fit way” Budenholzer wants to play

The Bucks were 28th in the NBA last season in percentage of points gotten from three. That changes this season.

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Clippers’ Patrick Beverley, “We are the best team in L.A. for sure”

He also says the Clippers will make the playoffs.

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PHT Morning Skate: Lindros backpedals; Karlsson betting on himself

Monday's collection of links.

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Rudy Gay says he finally feels 100 percent after torn Achilles, “I feel athletic again”

Gay looked pretty good but played in limited games last season.

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Jordan Clarkson urges NBA to allow players to compete in more global events

Clarkson wants the NBA to free up players for more events, but will owners see things the same way.

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Watch the top 60 blocked shots of last NBA season

It's Sunday, and what else are you going to do? Watch preseason football?

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Three questions facing New York Islanders

Is a rebound from Tavares' exit possible? Depends how the Islanders respond.

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Grizzlies expected to bring rookie Jaren Jackson along slowly

"We don't want to put him into overtly physical matchups yet because he's 18."

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Under Pressure: Robin Lehner

Lehner can establish himself as a starter or open the door for more uncertainty.

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Victor Oladipo: “I play nothing safe now” because “that really didn’t get me anywhere”

"I work too hard to not push the envelope."

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Building off a breakthrough: Mathew Barzal

Topping that outstanding Calder year won't be easy.

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It’s New York Islanders Day at PHT

Life after Tavares already features plenty of other changes.

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Klay Thompson: “I would like to be a Warrior for life”

He's a free agent next summer, but nobody really expects him to leave Golden State.

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Donovan Mitchell homers in first at bat in James Harden’s charity softball game

Is there anything Mitchell can't do?

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Celtics’ Jayson Tatum says Kobe Bryant helped him with his post game, mental toughness

"I've definitely gotten a lot stronger. ... I just wanted to get my body right"

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Bob Bass, former GM in San Antonio and Charlotte, dead at 89

Bob Bass, who was an integral part of the front office for most of the Spurs' first 20 years has died. He was 89.

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What is Jamal Crawford looking for in a new home? “Fit”

“You look at my career, when the fit was right, I contributed on the court."

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Scout on Rodney Hood: “Cleveland can get him for a song and dance at this point”

He's a restricted free agent with no other team making offers.

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Baron Davis vs. Glen “Big Baby” Davis in the Big3 championship showdown next Friday

The Big3 finals are set — and there are a lot of names NBA fans will know. On one side is Cuttino Mobley, Corey Maggette, Glen “Big Baby” Davis, and Chris “The Birdman” Andersen of top-ranked Power. They are coached by former NBA assistant coach and Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman — and they had

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North Dakota Standing Rock tribe to honor Celtic’s Kyrie Irving

His mother and his ancestors on that side are members of the tribe.

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Adam Silver chooses not to push forward with case of man who threatened him

Silver wanted to move on.

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Three questions facing New Jersey Devils

Questions of youth, goaltending and scoring.

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Under Pressure: Cory Schneider

Devils need Schneider to bounce back from back-to-back difficult seasons.

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Miami reportedly not interested in Ryan Anderson trade with Houston

The rumored trades never made sense for Miami.

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Building off a breakthrough: Nico Hischier

Hischier did everything a first-overall pick should in his rookie season.

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It’s New Jersey Devils Day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 New Jersey Devils.

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Oscar Robertson’s 1971 championship ring sells for $75,948 at auction

Robertson sold off a lot of his memorabilia.

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Jahlil Okafor says he’s “learned how to identify and manage different stressors such as anxiety”

He thanked Kevin Love for coming forward with his anxiety attacks.

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Rockets waive R.J. Hunter, he’s a free agent. Again.

The former first-round pick has just not been able to stick in the NBA.

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Kobe Bryant’s $6 million investment in BodyArmor now worth estimated $200 million

He owns roughly 10 percent of the BodyArmor company.

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Check out Trae Young, Carmelo Anthony getting buckets at “Black Ops” run in NYC

Chris Brickley's summer run in NYC is STACKED.

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DeMar DeRozan already has a mural in San Antonio

This is far less likely to be vandalized by Kobe fans.

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Stephen Curry explains trash talk with LeBron James at end of 2018 Finals Game 1

LeBron was a frustrated man at the end of Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Understandably.

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Three questions facing Nashville Predators

They seem so close to winning it all. Can they take that last step?

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Dwyane Wade warns Jimmy Butler to stop commenting like that on photo of his wife, Gabrielle Union

WELL DAMN!!

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Clippers owner Steve Ballmer: ‘We’re moving to Inglewood come hell or high water’

He no longer wants to share arena with Lakers

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Juan Carlos Navarro retires

Navarro chose to spend only one season in NBA

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Building off a breakthrough: Kevin Fiala

Remarkable work after rapid recovery from a scary injury.

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Report: Former NBA star Tom Chambers charged with assault in restaurant altercation

Other patron reportedly told Chambers 'You're not s—,' 'You're tall and scrawny' and 'Look at your big head'

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J.J. Redick says he saw woman hidden in trunk of his chauffeured car

Scary

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Bruce Bowen after Kawhi Leonard-related ouster: If Clippers can’t attract free agents to L.A., that’s on them, not me

Ex-TV analyst tries to spin his comments on star

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Watch Aretha Franklin own national anthem before 2004 NBA Finals Game 5

Pistons beat Lakers for championship

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Under Pressure: Pekka Rinne

Will he be able to keep the starting job after this season?

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Report: 76ers hire former WNBA No. 1 pick Lindsey Harding as scout

Harding completed NBA's Basketball Operations Associates Program

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It’s Nashville Predators day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Nashville Predators.

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PHT Morning Skate: Sens being patient with Karlsson; Berard suing NHL

Friday's collection of links.

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Greg Monroe says he’s working on shot to help Raptors space floor

Is more Greg Monroe from three a good thing?

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Stephen Curry, want to finish your career a Warrior? “For sure I do. This is home.”

"This is where I want to be, for obvious reasons.”

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Kemba Walker on his future: “I just can’t see myself in a Knicks jersey”

“I just want to do something special in Charlotte.”

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Stephen Curry entertained by Draymond Green, Steve Kerr arguments

"And you're inside of practice and you don't know whose side to take."

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Kevin Love on LeBron James: “He’s playing chess and everyone else is playing checkers”

Love says LeBron is always looking for the next challenge.

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Rumor: Timberwolves bypassed Stephen Curry in draft because Minnesota is too cold for year-round golf

Oops

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Orlando not getting 2023 All-Star game

Magic didn't bid on 2022 due to convention in Orlando

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Three questions facing Montreal Canadiens

Who is going to score the goals? What can Shea Weber still give them? What about Marc Bergevin?

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Clippers owner Steve Ballmer: ‘I think we got higher expectations on us than the long, hard five, six years of absolute crap like the 76ers put in’

Clippers not ready to tank

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Jordan Clarkson, Yao Ming keen observers at Asian Games basketball

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jordan Clarkson watched from the bench, not quite able to make it to the Asian Games in time to play in the opening game for the Philippines.

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Expect huge year from Max Pacioretty no matter where he plays

Each day in the month of August we’ll be examining a different NHL team — from looking back at last season to discussing a player under pressure to focusing on a player coming off a breakthrough year to asking questions about the future. Today we look at the Montreal Canadiens. As of this posting in

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Luka Doncic picks DeAndre Ayton for Rookie of the Year

Interesting choice

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Connor McDavid betting favorite to win MVP, even though he’s still on Oilers

The Oilers being bad robbed him of the MVP a year ago. The oddsmakers do not see that happening again.

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Will ex-Syracuse commit Darius Bazley still play in NBA’s minor league as planned?

Bazley struggled in scouting event

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Under pressure: Carey Price

The Canadiens have one thing to give them hope for this season: Carey Price.

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Nene: Carmelo Anthony still a top-10 player in NBA

Lot Of Love on Rockets

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Building off a breakthrough: Brendan Gallagher

He was one of the few bright spots for the Montreal Canadiens this past season.

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Hawks progressing nicely in rebuild

Grading the Atlanta Hawks' offseason

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Rockets GM Daryl Morey on Warriors signing DeMarcus Cousins: ‘It’s a little bit hard on paper to figure out how to make it work’

Also Morey: 'They'll probably figure out how to make it work'

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Rockets GM Daryl Morey on Warriors signing DeMarcus Cousins: ‘It’s a little bit hard on paper to figure out how to make it work’

Also Morey: 'They'll probably figure out how to make it work'

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It’s Montreal Canadiens day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Montreal Canadiens.

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Paul Pierce: ‘There is no loyalty to a franchise anymore … That’s the generation we live in’

Darn Millennials

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Lakers owner Jeanie Buss: ‘I have complete faith in Magic Johnson … I have patience’

Buss didn't always sound this patient

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Danny Ainge roasts Celtics players on Twitter

NBA in August

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Did Kevin Durant choose Warriors within day of Thunder losing to them in 2016?

Joking or something else?

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Report: Kobe Bryant’s $6 million investment in sports drink now worth $200 million

Whoa

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Ben Simmons laughs at talk of him shooting right-handed

So much for that, probably

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C.J. McCollum on his latest Warriors comments: ‘I’m happy stop making me look like a scorn man sheesh’

'Im trying Jennifer'

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Rumor: Pelicans will try to trade for wing help, likely around deadline

Pelicans GM Dell Demps has a history of deadline deals.

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PHT Morning Skate: Ellis on extension; Oilers questions post-Sekera injury

Thursday's collection of links.

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Paul Pierce: ‘There is no loyalty to a franchise anymore … That’s the generation we live in’

Darn Millennials

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Lakers owner Jeanie Buss: ‘I have complete faith in Magic Johnson … I have patience’

Buss didn't always sound this patient

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Danny Ainge roasts Celtics players on Twitter

NBA in August

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Did Kevin Durant choose Warriors within day of Thunder losing to them in 2016?

Joking or something else?

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Report: Kobe Bryant’s $6 million investment in sports drink now worth $200 million

Whoa

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Ondrej Kase re-signs with Ducks for 3 years, $7.8 million

Kase scored 20 goals for the Ducks last season.

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Ben Simmons laughs at talk of him shooting right-handed

So much for that, probably

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C.J. McCollum on his latest Warriors comments: ‘I’m happy stop making me look like a scorn man sheesh’

'Im trying Jennifer'

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Three questions facing Minnesota Wild

How much longer will this team look the same under a new GM?

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Report: Heat, Udonis Haslem nearing deal for him to return for 16th season

Haslem has played 15 seasons with Miami and appears to be going for 16.

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Under Pressure: Bruce Boudreau

Tough challenges for a fantastic, if star-crossed, head coach.

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LeBron James on top of MVP odds rankings

Anthony Davis is second, the Greek Freak third.

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Rockets GM Daryl Morey says LeBron is GOAT by a “pretty big margin”

Bad news for Morey, his GOAT is in his conference now.

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Building off a breakthrough: Matt Dumba

An already-good defenseman took his game to another level.

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Five free agents still available who can help teams

Two former Warriors are on the list.

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Why did Nick Young play for Warriors last season? “I just needed to win”

"I had been on a lot of losing teams. Always rebuilding."

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C.J. McCollum on stars joining Warriors: “I think that’s disgusting”

"I would never do anything of that nature... I was not built like those guys, I was raised differently."

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Bucks bring in Christian Wood for training camp, give him chance to make roster

He was a beast at Summer league averaging 20.4 points, 10.8 rebounds and 2.8 blocks a game.

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The time Andre Drummond taped Spencer Dinwiddie to a chair under cold shower

Too far?

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Magic Johnson posts low-quality video of his birthday party, Lonzo Ball offers to get him an iPhone

Would be nice gift for Lakers boss

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Jimmy Butler disses agent, trainer, chef, commenter – not Timberwolves teammates – on Instagram

How did this become focused on Andrew Wiggins and Karl-Anthony Towns?

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Terrell Stoglin punts basketball deep into stands during Game 7 of Venezuelan-league finals (video)

Plenty of middle finger, too

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Bob Myers says he initially told DeMarcus Cousins’ agent Warriors couldn’t afford center

General manager expected sign-and-trade request

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DeAndre Ayton draws himself dunking on Joel Embiid on trading card (photo)

Embiid: 'I love when KIDS dream BIG'

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Dwight Howard’s trainer: ‘He wants to evolve into Anthony Davis, into Kevin Durant, but his own version of that’

Wizards center quietly made strides with Hornets last year

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Carmelo Anthony writes thank-you note to Oklahoma City: ‘I wanted nothing more than to make it work here’

Signed, STAYME7o

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It’s Minnesota Wild day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Minnesota Wild.

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Kyle Kuzma on LeBron James’ Lakers: “a lot of people are underestimating us”

"I don't know why people kind of just rule us out because we are young."

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PHT Morning Skate: Sekera out with torn achilles; Letestu gets Panthers tryout

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Change of plans, NBA clears Jordan Clarkson to play in Asian Games

The league calls this a one-time thing.

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Geeking out on NBA prospects: R.J. Barrett almost dunks from free throw line, Zion Williamson does

Zion is a freak of nature. Can we just put him in the next dunk contest now?

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Nancy Lieberman says more women need to follow coaching footsteps in NBA

Who will follow this groundbreaking generation?

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In no-brainer move, Nets reportedly guarantee Spencer Dinwiddie’s $1.65 million contract

He's a free agent next summer.

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Three questions facing Los Angeles Kings

Key variables could make difference between capitalizing on last season or sliding back down.

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Carmelo Anthony on his role with Rockets: “Let’s just let it play out”

Mike D'Antoni said essentially the same thing.

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The time Andre Drummond taped Spencer Dinwiddie to a chair under cold shower

Too far?

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Magic Johnson posts low-quality video of his birthday party, Lonzo Ball offers to get him an iPhone

Would be nice gift for Lakers boss

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Under Pressure: Ilya Kovalchuk

Is he still a difference-maker after a long stay in the KHL?

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Jimmy Butler disses agent, trainer, chef, commenter – not Timberwolves teammates – on Instagram

How did this become focused on Andrew Wiggins and Karl-Anthony Towns?

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Terrell Stoglin punts basketball deep into stands during Game 7 of Venezuela-league finals (video)

Plenty of middle finger, too

Source ProBasketballTalk https://ift.tt/2MvotgO

Building off a breakthrough: Adrian Kempe

The speedy Swede showed scoring skills, but has a lot of work to do.

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Bob Myers says he initially told DeMarcus Cousins’ agent Warriors couldn’t afford center

General manager expected sign-and-trade request

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Ryan Ellis earns eight-year, $50 million extension from Predators

Ellis was set to become a UFA next summer.

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DeAndre Ayton draws himself dunking on Joel Embiid on trading card (photo)

Embiid: 'I love when KIDS dream BIG'

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ProHockeyTalk’s NHL free agency tracker

Your one-stop shop for all the free agency happenings.

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Dwight Howard’s trainer: ‘He wants to evolve into Anthony Davis, into Kevin Durant, but his own version of that’

Wizards center quietly made strides with Hornets last year

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Carmelo Anthony writes thank-you note to Oklahoma City: ‘I wanted nothing more than to make it work here’

Signed, STAYME7o

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It’s Los Angeles Kings day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Los Angeles Kings.

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NBA may play 2019 preseason game in India

If the NBA really wants to grow the game in India, they need to bring the product there.

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PHT Morning Skate: Seguin’s future; Pacioretty on ‘horrible’ season

Tuesday's collection of links.

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Reports: Shabazz Muhammad to come to Bucks training camp, compete for final roster spot

It's going to be a challenge for him to make the roster.

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Lonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma trolling now ad for Wish shopping app

Ball an Kuzma are playing off their social media insults.

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Miami bringing Briante Weber into camp with chance to make roster

He's a bit of a longshot, but he's got a chance.

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Russell Westbrook “very, very excited” Paul George re-signed with Thunder

What did you expect him to say?

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PBT Extra: Carmelo Anthony officially a Houston Rocket now — this can work

Anthony can still help the Rockets' offense.

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Panthers do one thing about as well as anyone in the NHL

Could we really see this advantage in full force next season?

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James Harden named in police report, allegedly threw woman’s phone

In a public place, people have the right to photograph or video things.

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PHT Power Rankings: Best salary cap era teams to not win Stanley Cup

Sometimes great teams do not win championships. This week we take a look at 10 of the best teams in the salary cap era to not win it all. No, it is not just a list of Capitals teams.

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Three questions facing Florida Panthers

Burning questions for a team that finished last season on a tear.

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Andre Iguodala: Stephen Curry ‘has pretty much been the GM, so I want to be on his good side when my contract’s up’

Iguodala's contract expire in 2020

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Courtney Lee notices Knicks omit him from Instagram post

Trade coming?

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Mike D’Antoni says Carmelo Anthony open to coming off the bench, but Rockets coach undecided

Anthony officially signs with Houston

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Under Pressure: Mike Hoffman

Is he worth the risk, and potential headaches, for the Panthers?

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Report: Clippers oust Bruce Bowen as TV analyst after his criticism of Kawhi Leonard

Bowen previously played for Spurs

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Building off a breakthrough: Evgenii Dadonov

After spending five seasons in the KHL Evgenii Dadonov returned to the NHL in 2017-18 and made a huge impact.

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Robert Williams III moves next to Celtics’ practice facility: ‘Can’t be late!’

Will that plan work?

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Report: Carmelo Anthony to come off the bench for Rockets

Whoa

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Report: Carmelo Anthony undergoing physical, plans to sign with Rockets today

Finally going to become official

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It’s Florida Panthers day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Florida Panthers.

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Your 2018-19 NHL on NBC TV schedule

NBC Sports is scheduled to present 109 NHL regular-season games during the 2018-19 season.

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Jordan Clarkson unhappy he can’t play for Philippines in the upcoming Asian Games

He wanted to play.

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PHT Morning Skate: Tkachuk’s impact on Sens; Hunter returns to London

Monday's collection of links.

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Watch Eric Bledsoe takes dig at DeMarcus Cousins’ Warriors shorts

A lot of fans wanted to say the same thing.

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Watch Joel Embiid play a little soccer with some locals in Cameroon

In any sport on any continent, Joel Embiid knows how to celebrate.

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LaVar Ball says Lakers are Lonzo’s team, not LeBron’s. Should we care?

The question is, do we care anymore what he says?

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Rookie Kevin Knox on Knicks: “We have a chance to make the playoffs”

Its nice he thinks that.

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Michael Porter Jr. says he is pain free after second back surgery, hopes to play early in season

The Nuggets will want to take this more slowly than Porter Jr.

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Three questions facing Edmonton Oilers

Questions of cap space, Lucic and youth.

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Stephen Curry donates $25,000 to Web.com golfer’s family medical fund

Curry had a rough day on the course but did a classy thing off it.

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Michael Porter says he has no beef with Luka Doncic, entire incident an “accident”

"I reached out to [Doncic], told him it was 100 percent accident."

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Under Pressure: Cam Talbot

Talbot is coming into the biggest season of his career.

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Building off a breakthrough: Darnell Nurse

Nurse continues to show progress.

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Check out some highlights from rookie photo shoot day

It was rookie photo shoot day.

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It’s Edmonton Oilers day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Edmonton Oilers

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Donovan Mitchell makes day of young cancer patient who just wanted a picture with him

That's a class act.

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Dwyane Wade says if he plays, he’ll be with Heat this season

If Dwyane Wade plays this season, it will be in a Miami Heat uniform.

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Isaiah Thomas calls Cleveland a “s***hole” then apologizes for it

Isaiah Thomas‘ time in Cleveland did not go well. For anyone. After half a season they sent him to Los Angeles for young Lakers players who could better help the Cavs make one last push with LeBron James. Thomas was barely on the court in Cleveland and a problem in the locker room off it,

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Stan Van Gundy on time between jobs, “I’m really lost right now”

"If I'm not going to be coaching, I want to be semi-retired, at least. I really don't know."

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Still looking for a new team, Jamal Crawford praises Philadelphia as possible fit

He turned down a $4.5 million option looking for more minutes and is still a free agent now.

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How do you feel about a Trae Young, Jeremy Lin backcourt?

It may be a disaster defensively, but it could be fun to watch.

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Three questions facing Detroit Red Wings

Will this team take more positive steps in its rebuild?

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Under Pressure: Dylan Larkin

With big contracts come big expectations.

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Sit back and watch the top 60 assists from last NBA season

It's a good way to spend part of a late summer Saturday.

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Brady Tkachuk decides against returning to BU, will sign with Senators

The Senators selected Tkachuk No. 4 overall in June's entry draft.

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Building off a breakthrough: Anthony Mantha

Things really took off for Mantha last season.

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Brook Lopez believes Bucks can win East

Lopez could be right.

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It’s Detroit Red Wings day at PHT

Looking back at 2017-18, and ahead to next season.

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Jordan Clarkson unlikely to play for Philippines in Asian Games, will play in FIBA qualifying

A number of NBA players will help their native countries in this one FIBA window.

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LeBron, Lakers have most nationally televised games this season

Golden State is second on the list.

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Back issue makes Henrik Zetterberg’s future ‘a real unknown’

A back issue has put Zetterberg's season in jeopardy.

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Andrew Bogut debuts for Sydney Kings (VIDEO)

NBA star Andrew Bogut has made a short but strong debut for the Sydney Kings in a pre-season match ahead of Australia's National Basketball League season.

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Lacrosse goal, controversy highlight U.S.-Canada Hlinka Gretzky Cup semifinal

The semifinal saw a great goal and a controversial one.

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Stephen Curry misses cut at Web.com event after rough second day

After a one-over-par first day, Curry had a much more difficult outing.

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Sixers Zhaire Smith has foot surgery, no timetable for return

This same injury kept players out all of their rookie season in other cases.

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How much will each team travel with new schedule?

Portland travels the most, Cleveland the least.

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Chris Paul on Carmelo Anthony: “It’s always nice to play with a guy that you’re that close with”

"Melo like a lot of the guys on the team always play like we have something to prove."

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Three questions facing Dallas Stars

Taking stock of a Stars team that could go either way.

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Grizzlies: Jevon Carter undergoing thumb surgery

Hurts rookie PG's rotation chances

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20 must-watch NBA regular season games

LeBron returns to Cleveland Nov. 21, Kawhi Leonard to San Antonio on Jan 3.

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Under Pressure: Tyler Seguin

Millions - and the direction of a franchise - could be on the line if Seguin plays out his contract year.

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NBA schedule reduces back-to-backs, provides some mid-season homecomings

Kawhi Leonard returns to San Antonio Jan. 3, and he will not feel the love.

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Is feud brewing between Luka Doncic and Michael Porter Jr.?

Mavericks, Nuggets rookies trade likes of posts calling the other overrated

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John Wall: Wizards on same level of Celtics, Raptors, 76ers

Um...

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Report: Cleveland, Cuyahoga County plan to use tax on Cavaliers playoff tickets to pay for arena upgrades

Good luck with that

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Andre Iguodala on Kevin Durant: ‘He’s the most talented scorer of all-time. Hands down’

What about Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Stephen Curry?

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Celtics coach Brad Stevens: ‘We’ve got eight, nine, maybe 10 guys that are starters’

Nine seems about fair

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Report: Mavericks’ investigation not done because investigators ‘being as thorough as humanly possible’

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said end of July

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Pistons’ Jon Leuer undergoes surgery for meniscus injury

Out indefinitely

Source ProBasketballTalk https://ift.tt/2nrtSHK

Building off a breakthrough: Radek Faksa

The dark horse Selke candidate deserves better chances to prove himself.

Source ProHockeyTalk https://ift.tt/2MxE0JR

John Wall: Wizards on same level of Celtics, Raptors, 76ers

Um...

Source ProBasketballTalk https://ift.tt/2B7ZITM

Report: Cleveland, Cuyahoga County plan to use tax on Cavaliers playoff tickets to pay for arena upgrades

Good luck with that

Source ProBasketballTalk https://ift.tt/2MB5sqh

Red Wings lock up franchise center Larkin long-term

Red Wings' continue rebuild with Larkin extension.

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Andre Iguodala on Kevin Durant: ‘He’s the most talented scorer of all-time. Hands down’

What about Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Stephen Curry?

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Jared Bednar on his growth as coach, Avs goalies, Mikko Rantanen (PHT Q&A)

The Avs coach was a 2018 Jack Adams Award finalist after the team's 47-point improvement.

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Celtics coach Brad Stevens: ‘We’ve got eight, nine, maybe 10 guys that are starters’

Nine seems about fair

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Report: Mavericks’ investigation not done because investigators ‘being as thorough as humanly possible’

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said end of July

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It’s Dallas Stars day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Dallas Stars.

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James Dolan wrote a song about not knowing what friend Harvey Weinstein was doing

There seems to be a pattern in Dolan's life.

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Stephen Curry records impressive 71 at Web.com Tour event (VIDEO)

Curry even went so far as to whack a pin on No. 8.

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PHT Morning Skate: Salary cap allocation; restricted free agency improvements

Friday's collection of links.

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Gordon Hayward wants Celtics fans to chant ‘Daddy’s always happy’ (VIDEO)

This isn't weird at all. Nope. This is totally normal.

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Rajon Rondo: ‘I’m ready to help develop Lonzo as much as possible’ (VIDEO)

This could be good news for Lakers fans.

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Here’s LeBron James working out with the Lakers for the first time (VIDEO)

We got our first look at LeBron James in his new Los Angeles Lakers digs yesterday. They looked … sort of weird.

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LeBron James congratulates Carmelo Anthony on time with Hawks

Well played LeBron.

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USA Basketball statement tries to put positive spin on NCAA’s rules announcement

There are a lot of details to be figured out still, the NCAA was just looking for a PR win.

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Stephen Curry says Trump’s LeBron Tweet “rhetoric is all based in some longstanding racism”

He was asked about it again before a golf tournament.

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Three questions facing Columbus Blue Jackets

Pondering a potentially franchise-altering season for Columbus.

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Michael Beasley on Lakers: “I think we can be exactly where we want to be at the end of the year”

"For us to average 30 assists per game this year, I wouldn't be surprised if we get somewhere around that number."

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Coyotes give Dvorak a big extension for some reason

The only Coyotes player with more term is Oliver Ekman-Larsson.

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Pistons’ Jon Leuer undergoes surgery for meniscus injury

Out indefinitely

Source ProBasketballTalk https://ift.tt/2nqigoi

Josh Hart comments on Lakers’ photo of LeBron James: ‘Why it look like he got a skirt on?’

LeBron already getting dragged into young Lakers' shenanigans

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Josh Hart comments on Lakers’ photo of LeBron James: ‘Why it look like he got a skirt on?’

LeBron already getting dragged into young Lakers' shenanigans

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Cleveland newspaper hilariously trolls LeBron James in headline about return game with Lakers

Superb

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Hawks make Carmelo Anthony jersey

Rockets-bound forward wanted one

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown: ‘We’re getting to the Finals. No question about it.’

Bold words with Raptors and 76ers looming

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Kawhi Leonard thanks Spurs teammates and fans, Gregg Popovich in letter

Unsurprisingly, not much sentimentality from new Raptors star

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James Dolan says he’s not selling Knicks

Or NHL's Rangers

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Charles Oakley gets fine, no jail time in casino-cheating case

Former NBA player pleads no contest to misdemeanor disorderly conduct

Source ProBasketballTalk https://ift.tt/2KF0CGM

Magic reveal throwback uniforms

Shaq-Penny era

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Joakim Noah pulls down his pants on Santa Monica street

What?

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LeBron James dons full Lakers uniform

If the shorts at summer league didn't do enough for you, here's LeBron James in a full Lakers uniform.

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Report: Raptors pushed hard for Christmas game

Toronto a tricky market

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Report: LeBron James returning to Cleveland with Lakers on Nov. 21

What will happen when LeBron James returns to Cleveland for the second time as a member of a different franchise?

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Report: Knicks to trade or stretch Joakim Noah

Been planned for a while

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Bucks to end NBA’s longest Christmas-game drought

Next up on Christmas dry spell? Hawks or Hornets, depending on perspective

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Predators GM Poile tops U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame class

Poile has run an NHL team the past 36 seasons.

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Under Pressure: Jarmo Kekalainen

Handling Panarin, Bobrovsky, and other challenges will not be easy.

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Cleveland newspaper hilariously trolls LeBron James in headline about return game with Lakers

Superb

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Building off a breakthrough: Pierre-Luc Dubois

Can the quick-learner put his knowledge to use as an NHL sophomore?

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Hawks make Carmelo Anthony jersey (photo)

Rockets-bound forward wanted one

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown: ‘We’re getting to the Finals. No question about it’

Bold words with Raptors and 76ers looming

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Kawhi Leonard thanks Spurs teammates and fans, Gregg Popovich in letter

Unsurprisingly, not much sentimentality from new Raptors star

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Wayne Gretzky on KRS global ambassador role, 2022 Olympics

Gretzky will look to grow the game in China.

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James Dolan says he’s not selling Knicks

Or NHL's Rangers

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It’s Columbus Blue Jackets day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Columbus Blue Jackets.

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Charles Oakley gets fine, no jail time in casino-cheating case

Former NBA player pleads no contest to misdemeanor disorderly conduct

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PHT Morning Skate: McDavid talks linemates; statue for Gallant?

Thursday's collection of links.

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Magic reveal throwback uniforms (photo)

Shaq-Penny era

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Joakim Noah pulls down his pants on Santa Monica street (photos)

What?

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LeBron James in a Lakers jersey (photos)

He looks happy

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Report: Raptors pushed hard for Christmas game

Toronto a tricky market

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Report: LeBron James returning to Cleveland with Lakers on Nov. 21

How will Cavaliers fans react?

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Report: Knicks to trade or stretch Joakim Noah

Been planned for a while

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Bucks to end NBA’s longest Christmas-game drought

Next up on Christmas dry spell? Hawks or Hornets, depending on perspective

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Three questions facing Colorado Avalanche

How good is Philipp Grubauer? What about the defense? Can they get another line to step up offensively?

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John Wall says he talked to DeMarcus Cousins about joining forces but timing wrong

The Wizards couldn't really wait around for Cousins to get healthy.

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NCAA reforms sound great, but will they make real difference on the ground?

The devil is in the details and a lot of the details lead to more questions and problems with the NCAA's announcement.

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Under Pressure: Nathan MacKinnon

He was amazing in 2017-18. The pressure? Can he do it again, because the Avalanche might need him to.

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It’s official: Lakers vs. Warriors, 76ers vs. Celtics headline Christmas games as NBA drops big games

A lot of Warriors, Lakers, Rockets, Celtics, and 76ers in the big slots. As it should be.

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Stephen Curry says he, Warriors not fazed by power shift to West

Curry is playing in the Web.com Tour's Ellie Mae Classic at TPC Stonebrae this weekend.

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NCAA changing rule to allow undrafted players to return to college, some agent contact

It's a good first step to bring the NCAA in line with the coming return of high school players being drafted into the NBA.

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Building off a breakthrough: Mikko Rantanen

He was one of the biggest reasons the Avalanche made the playoffs in 2017-18.

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Jahlil Okafor reportedly reaches partially-guaranteed deal with Pelicans

It's a low-risk roll of the dice for the Pelicans.

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Gretzky named global ambassador for Beijing Kunlun Red Star

Red Star is China's only professional team and plays in the Russia-based KHL.

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PBT Mailbag: Where does DeMarcus Cousins land after Warriors?

Orlando? New York? Los Angeles? Toronto? Several options are offered up.

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It’s Colorado Avalanche day at PHT

A look back at the 2017-18 Colorado Avalanche.

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Rumor: Nets, Mavericks, Pelicans interested in Mario Chalmers

Is Chalmers finally his old self following his torn Achilles?

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PHT Morning Skate: Remembering Stan Mikita

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Pistons hire analytics guru Sachin Gupta as assistant general manager

The Detroit Pistons have hired Sachin Gupta as their assistant general manager.

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Report: Lakers vs. Warriors headlines NBA’s Christmas Day in 2018

Once again, LeBron gets to take on the Warriors. Can't the man get some respite from Golden State?

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Magic to ‘host’ Bulls and Jazz in Mexico City next season

NBA schedules pair of Mexico City games for third straight year

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Elite recruit Brian Bowen to skip college, play season in Australia

The NCAA ruled he could not play in college next season.

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