Check out highlight’s from LeBron James’ first game in a Lakers’ uniform

The Lakers looked like a team that had been largely thrown together this summer and were trying to figure things out.

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Jahlil Okafor leaves game with ankle injury, on crutches after game, will get MRI

He injured his ankle with 18 seconds left in the game.

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Check out Kyrie Irving dropping 20 in preseason home opener

Also, check out the 23 Miles Bridges dropped for Charlotte.

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Golden Knights continue healing process for Las Vegas

As the one-year anniversary of the massacre on the Las Vegas Strip that left 58 dead approaches, Vegas' beloved NHL team remains very much a part of the healing process.

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Watch Boston’s Jayson Tatum throw down monster alley-oop

Tatum is picking up right where he left off.

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‘Concern’ after Hurricanes’ Scott Darling suffers lower-body injury

Darling, who reinvented himself over the summer, forced from game Sunday.

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Tom Wilson ejected for high hit; another suspension coming?

A suspension for Wilson would be his fourth in just over a year.

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Report: Cavaliers will start George Hill, veterans, but youth

What will be interesting to see is how the Cavaliers' starting lineups evolve as the season goes on.

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Taj Gibson on Jimmy Butler trade request: “It was like a right hook. I didn’t see it coming.”

Minnesota is not the same without Butler.

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Denver coach Mike Malone said he did not feel his job is in danger last season

Denver won 46 games last season, Malone's job should not have been in danger, but there were rumblings.

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Are the Los Angeles Kings in trouble already?

The Los Angeles Kings have had a tough preseason.

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Watch Luka Doncic drop 16 points, 2 assists in preseason debut

It's just preseason, and against a Chinese team, but he looked good.

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It’s just preseason, but winning start for Kawhi Leonard with Raptors

Kawhi Leonard is finally back on the court and the Toronto Raptors should be happy with the results.

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New Sixer Wilson Chander out 2-3 weeks with hamstring strain

If it lingers he could miss the start of the season.

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As the Lakers experiment with small ball, Kyle Kuzma is going to play some center

"I think it will be good for us, having a small-ball unit, getting out and running and gunning."

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John Wall: “If I don’t win a championship, I feel like my career was a failure”

"I never want to be one of those guys who can’t get past the second round."

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NBA tells J.R. Smith he must cover Supreme brand tattoo on leg; he’s pissed

The league has a rule in place saying players cannot get tattoos of company logos. Seriously. That's a rule.

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Simplicity, consistency key for one of the NHL’s most unheralded lines

A look at one of the NHL's most unheralded lines

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Dwyane Wade, Udonis Haslem get big cheers at Heat end-of-camp scrimmage

Dwyane Wade got the big cheer at the start, and fellow 16-year veteran Udonis Haslem hit the game winner.

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Blue Jackets’ Bobrovsky talks contract distraction, says he’s ‘human’

Bobrovsky entering a time of uncertainty.

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Three coaches on hot seat as we enter NBA season

Good luck finding anyone around the league who things Tom Thibodeau will be coaching Minnesota a year from now.

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Check out Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons, Markelle Fultz highlights from 76ers preseason opener

Joel Embiid put up 20 and 10 in 23 minutes.

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Gordon Hayward, Kyrie Irving return to court, that’s enough of a win for Boston

Gordon Hayward finally returned to the court, and Kyrie Irving got to play at North Carolina.

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NHL goalie equipment continues to shrink, premium on scoring

A 190-pound goalie and a 240-pound goalie will no longer cut the same figure on the ice.

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Devils’ Hischier latest in line of skilled Swiss forwards

He is the latest in a suddenly strong line of skilled Swiss forwards emerging as NHL stars.

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Bulls Lauri Markkanen out six-to-eight weeks with elbow sprain

He will be out until early to mid-November.

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Rockets hope Chris Paul can escape bad luck and help team to title

"Chris deserves a championship. It is time. But luck is luck and it just takes a little luck in sports." —Tilman Fertitta

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Rockets reportedly offered Eric Gordon contract extension, he’s not interested

It would be financially unwise for Gordon to sign an extension now.

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What NBA officials will focus on this season: Off-ball clutching/grabbing, traveling, respect for game

Respect for the game — giving players a technical when they show up officials — will be the tricky one.

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Lakers hire Kurt Rambis as “Senior Basketball Advisor”

Rambis has a lot of experience and time in the Lakers' organization.

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Is Josh Richardson the reason a Jimmy Butler to Miami trade hasn’t happened?

Miami is reluctant to put him in a deal, but it may be the key to getting one done,

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Oilers putting a lot of faith in unproven backup goalie

Not only did they pay him $2.5 million, but he also has a no-movement clause in his contract.

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Shaq’s son Shareef O’Neal to sit out UCLA season due to major heart surgery

"Thank God the UCLA medical staff caught it early."

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NHL players to watch: Rebuilding teams leaning on youth

Teams at the bottom need to stockpile young talent, and hope it eventually jells.

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Kings’ Willie Cauley-Stein: ‘I’m ready to get paid’

He's eligible for rookie-scale extension

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Rich Paul: Anthony Davis hiring me doesn’t mean he wants to leave Pelicans

Davis: 'I'm the best player in the game'

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Which 2018 NHL playoff team is most likely to miss in 2019?

Some team -- maybe more than one -- that made the playoffs in 2017-18 is going to miss the playoffs in 2018-19 so let us try to figure out which team (or teams) that could be.

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Klay Thompson: Celtics, not Rockets, biggest threat to Warriors

He's right

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Report: Heat aggressively trying to trade Dion Waiters

In Jimmy Butler deal or otherwise

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We’ve been mispronouncing Kyle Lowry’s name

And Isaiah Canaan's

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Markieff Morris: Celtics have never been better than Wizards

Um...

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PHT’s Season Preview Roundtable: Blue Jackets, Rinne’s future, surprise teams

Kicking around some questions before the NHL season begins.

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Gritty’s impactful first week continues with ‘Tonight Show’ appearance

The NHL's newest, best mascot heads to late night TV.

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Trail Blazers gambling that youth (and shooting) can keep them afloat

Portland whiffed on six free agents targeted with their MLE. So now what?

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Examining the NHL’s best positional units

A look at the top positional depth charts in the NHL to try to figure out which one is the best.

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PHT Morning Skate: Athanasiou’s big preseason; Is Horvat ready to be captain?

Friday's collection of links.

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LeBron James responds dryly to reporter asking him about wearing No. 6 (VIDEO)

James will wear No. 23 on the floor for the Los Angeles Lakers this season.

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Report: Rockets still making push for Jimmy Butler trade

The Rockets don't have a lot of trade options, particularly ones that work for the Timberwolves.

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With Jimmy Butler trade looming, Wolves take trip west for bonding

"All we can do is come in here and hoop, play hard, stay competitive and try to win," Wiggins said.

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Jets, Preds, Knights and Sharks among teams to beat in West

A team from the West has not won the Stanley Cup the previous three seasons, the conference's longest drought in the 13-year salary cap era.

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Report: Timberwolves asked for Ben Simmons in Jimmy Butler trade talks

Asking for Simmons was nuts, but waiting to ditch Butler could be actually detrimental.

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Maple Leafs are best bet to end Canada’s Stanley Cup drought

Toronto has 13 championships but none since 1967, when the NHL was a six-team league.

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NBA will allow fans to buy stream of just fourth quarter for $1.99

The league is looking to make the best parts of its game even more accessible. It's smart business.

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Rumor: Nuggets make Jamal Murray, Nikola Jokic, Gary Harris all untouchable in trades

Nokic untouchable? Absolutely. Murray? Maybe. Harris....

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Odyssey over, David Perron excited about return to St. Louis

Perron's NHL odyssey has taken him all over his native Canada and the United States.

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LeBron who? Tristan Thompson said road to Eastern Conference title still goes through Cleveland

Um... no it doesn't.

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Blues’ Bortuzzo suspended 3 games (1 regular season) for elbowing

He elbowed Washington Capitals defender Michal Kempny on Tuesday night.

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PBT Podcast: Mailbag questions, with a lot of Jimmy Butler talk

Another question: Who will be the three worst teams in the NBA this season?

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Report: 76ers out of Jimmy Butler trade race

Timberwolves apparently want more than Philadelphia will surrender

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Kevin Durant says he doesn’t get fair treatment for awards: ‘It’s just pure hate for me’

'I'm never gonna get a look when it comes to that, especially playing here for the Warriors'

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Hurricanes to wear Hartford Whalers jerseys twice this season

Get the "Brass Bonanza" cranking!

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Report: Jimmy Butler ‘extremely frustrated’ with Timberwolves’ high asking price in trade

They should ask for a lot. He's very good

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PHT’s 2018-19 Pacific Division Preview

We take a look at the Pacific Division heading into the 2018-19 season.

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Dwight Howard: Shaq shows insecurity by taking shots at someone so much younger than him

Wizards center says it's still about Superman

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Report: Jimmy Butler wants to sit out until Timberwolves trade him

Tom Thibodeau reportedly still recruiting Butler

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Gordon Hayward: ‘Now the Jazz might be LeBron’s little B-word’

Celtics forward also expresses appreciation for Brad Stevens not holding intense three-hour practices

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Fantasy Hockey: Goalies and other risky picks for 2018-19

The question isn't good or bad. It's often "ranked too high or too low?"

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Jesperi Kotkaniemi making case to stick with Habs

"It’s pretty hard not to see him on our roster the way he’s played," head coach Claude Julien said.

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New Coaches: Trotz takes Cup-winning experience to Islanders

The Islanders are one of six teams with a new coach this season.

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Report: Skepticism about Timberwolves president-coach Tom Thibodeau’s desire to trade Jimmy Butler

Minnesota reportedly wants plenty for disgruntled star

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PHT Morning Skate: 20 questions for ’18-19; coaches, GMs on hot seat

Thursday's collection of links.

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Why Kevin Durant’s free agency is more about those who come after him

The NBA's superstar-centric marketing, popularity, and TV revenue have led us to this logical nexus between player, cash, and choice.

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NBA rolling out plan to get more women into leadership roles

The NBA has told teams that it will have several events in the coming months designed to help improve workplace cultures, as well as find more ways to have women in leadership roles around the league.

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LeBron James nicknames newly signed Lakers veterans ‘MUD’ (‘misunderstood, under-appreciated, determined’)

Labeling Rajon Rondo, Lance Stephenson, Michael Beasley, JaVale McGee

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Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue: ‘It’s not about wins and losses. It’s about wins and lessons’

Lue also says Cleveland will aim for playoffs, not tank

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Former NBA player Chris Dudley says Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh never blacked out drinking

Dudley played for Portland Trail Blazers, New Jersey Nets, Cleveland Cavaliers, New York Knicks and Phoenix Suns

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Coyotes looking to build off strong finish in 2017-18

Expectations wilted quickly last season when the Coyotes lost their first 10 games.

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Questioned repeatedly, Michael Beasley hilariously refuses to set expectations for Lakers (video)

'I'm not an analysis. I'm not a stat-chaser or critic'

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Former Lakers and Pacers coach Jack McKinney dies at age 83

McKinney had career-changing bike crash in first season

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Talented Lightning embrace Stanley Cup expectations

The Lightning know there are no shortcuts to winning a Stanley Cup title.

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Are Predators wise in demoting hyped prospect Tolvanen?

His "European Assignment Clause" complicates matters for Nashville.

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Jimmy Butler once said he’d never wear a Miami Heat jersey

Different times

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Kyrie Irving on free agency: “Why would I want to leave (Boston)?”

All season long, Kyrie Irving‘s free agency future next summer will be a source of speculation. It’s the way of today’s NBA, rumors of player movement — legitimate or not — draw far, far more interest than the games themselves. Irving is a top 15 NBA player (and that might be too low, his health

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Fantasy Hockey: Sleepers, bargains for 2018-19

"The Nuge" is in for a huge year if he can stick with Connor McDavid.

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Timberwolves president-coach Tom Thibodeau says he’ll honor Jimmy Butler’s trade request

Is Thibs finally coming around?

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With Perry out 5 months, should Ducks make big, painful changes?

Maybe it is time to pivot to more of a youth movement?

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Steve Kerr says not to compare these Warriors to 1998 “last dance” Bulls

These Warriors are not on the verge of a breakup. Sorry haters.

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Not-so-new-look Wild bring ‘extra hunger’ for deeper run

Limiting improvement to fiddling with the fourth line and increasing depth on defense could be a recipe for entering the draft lottery.

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Report: Suns interested in being third team in Jimmy Butler if they can get point guard

The Suns have interest in Tyus Jones, but the Timberwolves shouldn't give him up.

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Blue Jackets limp into season as Seth Jones suffers injury

Jones suffered a lower-body injury during Tuesday's exhibition game.

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Spurs looking forward to new faces, new season after turmoil

DeMar DeRozan's first month with Spurs coach Gregg Popovich has been serene.

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Tavares, Karlsson prove NHL players in their prime can move

It's rare for a franchise player in his prime to leave an NHL team via free agency or trade. This offseason, it happened twice.

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Report: Flyers’ Lehtera questioned by Finnish police for drug ring involvement

The Flyers have already spoken to the NHL about the situation.

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Mike D’Antoni reportedly wants to bring Carmelo Anthony off bench, start Eric Gordon

Anthony is saying he will accept any role that helps the team win. Will he really?

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Refurbished, loaded St. Louis Blues hoping it’s their year

One talented Russian winger. Deep lines and pairings. Years of playoff heartache.

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Report: Miami now Jimmy Butler’s “preferred destination”

Miami has been aggressive in pursuing Butler.

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PHT’s 2018-19 Central Division Preview

An in-depth look at the toughest division in hockey.

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Red Wings need Larkin to step up in new era

A lot will have to go right for the Red Wings to avoid missing out on the playoffs again.

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The Raptors can keep Kawhi Leonard by pitching him as the new LeBron

There will be limited options available to Masai Ujiri to keep Kawhi Leonard. He should simply tell him, "The East is yours."

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Report: Signs of Jimmy Butler’s serious discontent showed up after playoff loss

Butler has been telling Thibodeau he would not re-sign since July.

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PHT Morning Skate: Smith-Pelly’s conditioning; Replacing Lundqvist

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Warriors vow to live in the moment, chase another title

Warriors coach Steve Kerr is encouraging his team now more than ever to go with the flow, have fun and enjoy the moment.

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Lakers loving LeBron’s leadership in first practice together

The Lakers ended it with a good old-fashioned 3-point shooting contest.

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Kings hope to get over 1st-round playoff hump with Kovalchuk

While the top teams in the Pacific Division were busy, the Kings mostly stood pat.

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Dion Waiters looks a little out of shape as training camp starts (PHOTO)

How Waiters looks heading into training camp is markedly different than how he looked last summer

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Blue Jackets aim for playoffs with future of stars in doubt

Bobrovsky and Panarin are major pieces of a team that should be a solid playoff contender.

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Question for Bruins (again): How long can Chara keep going?

The Bruins defenseman - and leader in ice time - will turn 42 this season.

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Damian Lillard says he started breaking Twitter news to put the ‘shoe on the other foot’

Lillard said he felt journalists often didn't consider athletes' situations and desires when it came to breaking news.

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Report: Cavaliers, Larry Nance Jr. talking contract extension

This seems like a good fit for both sides, if they can find a number that works.

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LeBron James on earning Lakers’ fans loyalty: “I signed a four-year deal”

This is the most trust LeBron has given an organization since Miami and Pat Riley.

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WATCH LIVE: 2018 Kraft Hockeyville USA features Blue Jackets, Sabres

Coverage begins at 7 p.m. ET.

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Kevin Durant says he is taking free agency “year by year”

The conventional wisdom around the league is Durant will opt-out this summer then sign a five-year contract. Somewhere.

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Stars ready for fun offense under coach fresh out of college

This is the third season in a row the Stars have a different coach and a different style.

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Can Coyotes avoid another awful start with Galchenyuk injured?

Habs are unsure if Galchenyuk can play in their season-opener.

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What if the Timberwolves don’t trade Jimmy Butler?

They probably will, but...

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Senators waiving Smith is latest ‘kick’ to Duchene, fans

Another way Ottawa could scare off Duchene, Stone.

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Suns secure a franchise player or two or none, but no starting-caliber point guard

Grading the Phoenix Suns' offseason

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Star-laden Penguins hope longer summer equals faster start

A less taxing schedule should help.

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PHT’s 2018-19 Metropolitan Division Preview

An in-depth look at the division that produced the last three Stanley Cup winners.

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Lakers coach Luke Walton: Rajon Rondo will start over Lonzo Ball to start year

Point guard question already answered?

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Report: Kyle Lowry dodging calls and texts from Raptors president Masai Ujiri and coach Nick Nurse

Raptors traded Lowry's friend, DeMar DeRozan

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Preds see no reason to mess with success in chase for Cup

The Predators see no reason to make any major changes to a roster that won the franchise's first Presidents' Trophy

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Okposo: Players need to buy in for Sabres fortunes to change

The challenge now is seeing how the Sabres respond.

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A half-dozen players with especially intriguing contract-year seasons ahead

NBA loaded with expiring contracts

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Report: Kings trying to get involved in Jimmy Butler trade by taking bad contracts

Three-way trade coming?

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PBT Podcast: How do Victor Oladipo, Pacers take next step forward?

Victor Oladipo will be good, but can the role players around him step up?

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Fantasy Hockey: 2018-19 bounce back candidates

Will Max Pacioretty hit the 30-goal mark again?

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Report: Timberwolves president Tom Thibodeau, owner Glen Taylor unaligned on Jimmy Butler trade

Potential trade partners report plenty of confusion in Minnesota

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PHT Morning Skate: Lightning want outdoor game; Ennis’ golden opportunity with Leafs

Tuesday's collection of links.

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Kings, Bulls, Lakers, Clippers, Bucks team up to “Rally the Vote,” push voter registration

The goal is to get the message out before the deadline to register for the upcoming November elections.

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Theodore, Golden Knights agree to 7-year, $36.4M extension

Theodore's deal has an average annual value of $5.2 million.

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Ted Leonsis’ goals for Wizards: Win 50 games, make conference finals

The Wizards have never been more than their parts.

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Report: Tom Thibodeau met with Jimmy Butler Monday, tried to convince him to come to camp

Thibodeau still wants to find a way to work all of this out.

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‘He has more to give’: Dwyane Wade’s last dance with Heat begins

Dwyane Wade doesn't know how this whole notion of his final season being called "The Last Dance" even started.

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Kristaps Porzingis rehabbing conservatively, unsure when he’ll return

"There is no timetable for my type of body, my size and all that. So we've done things differently."

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Once again, Klay Thompson makes it sound like he’s staying put as free agent

He's not leaving as free agent, and he's not signing an extension. He'll just re-sign next summer.

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Seattle one step closer to NHL after arena plan approved

The 8-0 vote was the last step needed to strengthen Seattle's expansion application.

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Clippers use ridiculously steep arc to fit Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s last name on jersey (photo)

All 18 characters

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Evan Fournier takes shot at LeBron’s hairline with Tweet of media day photo

Just because LeBron James is in the Western Conference doesn't mean you want to give him fuel for motivation.

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Dwight Howard could miss start of Wizards camp with bad back

"So just a minor setback. It shouldn't take that long for me to get back on the court."

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LeBron James forcefully shoots down idea he came to Los Angeles for showbiz

“I’m a basketball player. I play ball, that’s what I do."

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Latest round of roster decisions should make Islanders fans angry

Even more angry than they should have been before this.

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Knicks C Enes Kanter: ‘When I think about playoffs, my nipples get hard’

OK.

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Tom Thibodeau says he expect Jimmy Butler to report to Timberwolves if not traded within week

Team president says Minnesota won't deal Butler just to deal him

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LeBron James: Lakers ‘long way’ from Warriors

LeBron also says championship not only standard for success

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Brian Gionta retires after 16 year NHL career

He spent 16 years in the NHL, won a Stanley Cup, and was a member of the United States Olympic hockey team two different times.

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How will Brandon Ingram, Lonzo Ball, rest of young Lakers fit with LeBron James?

How good the Lakers are this year will start with how big a step forward Brandon Ingram takes.

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PHT Power Rankings: The NHL’s most absurd mascots

It’s the summer and with no regular season games being played it’s awfully difficult to rank the NHL’s 31 teams on a weekly basis. This week we look some of the most absurd mascots — and mascot stories — in NHL history.  The Philadelphia Flyers unleashed their new mascot, Gritty, on the world on Monday

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Report: Warriors RFA Patrick McCaw expected to miss start of training camp

Will he accept qualifying offer later in week?

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Rockets owner Tillman Fertitta calls luxury tax ‘horrible hindrance’

'It's just brutal'

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Meet Gritty, the Flyers’ horrifyingly delightful new mascot

Gritty looks awfully cuddly.

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Kawhi Leonard lays out roadmap for Raptors keeping him

Winning

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PHT’s 2018-19 Atlantic Division Preview

Does the John Tavares acquisition make the Toronto Maple Leafs the team to beat in the division?

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Raptors right to swing for fences with Kawhi Leonard

Grading the Toronto Raptors' offseason

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PHT Morning Skate: Futures of Panarin, Bobrovsky; Kovalchuk’s expectations

Monday's collection of links

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Heat camp arrives, and Goran Dragic says he’s more than ready

This time last year, Miami's Goran Dragic was already tired and the season was just getting started.

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Dwight Howard challenges Shaq on Instagram, Shaq roasts him

Shaquille O’Neal is still not Dwight Howard‘s biggest fan. And Shaq still loves the tired “ringzzzz” argument. It all started because Shaq was watching a couple of guys roast Howard on MTV’s Wild N’ Out. Shaq liked it so much he decided to post it to Instagram. Howard took the bait and responded in the comments.

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As Sunday winds down, Miami heats up talk of Jimmy Butler trade

Miami joins the Wizards, Trail Blazers, Nets, Pistons, Bucks, Clippers, Rockets, 76ers, and Cleveland Cavaliers in chasing Butler.

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Elton Brand on 76ers contending for a championship: ‘I think we still need a piece’

Brand went on to say that he felt like development was also important in this process, citing Markelle Fultz and Dario Saric.

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Anthony Davis picks new agent, signs with LeBron James’ rep Rich Paul

Let the baseless speculation about what will happen with Davis after this season begin.

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New lottery rules change tanking incentives, starting this season

The cumulative effect could be significant for some teams.

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New lottery rules change tanking incentives, starting this season

The cumulative effect could be significant for some teams.

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NHL injury roundup: Crawford getting closer; Johnson hurt in practice

Tampa Bay's Tyler Johnson is out with an upper-body injury suffered in practice while Columbus' Ryan Murray is dealing with a groin injury after being kicked between the legs.

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Kyrie Irving says he hasn’t talked with Jimmy Butler about joining Knicks

Butler and Irving have been the subject of much discussion lately, with Butler seemingly on his way out in Minnesota.

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Add Cavs, Blazers, Wizards, Bucks to list of teams calling about Jimmy Butler

The list of teams that are interested in scooping up Butler for cheap has grown over the weekend.

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Knicks reportedly near deal to waive, stretch Joakim Noah, making him free agent

The Joakim Noah era with the Knicks is finally, mercifully coming to an end.

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Paul Byron gets four-year, $13.6 million contract from Canadiens

He has been one of the few bright spots for the Montreal Canadiens the past two years.

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Fast-skating Avs center MacKinnon speeds toward success

MacKinnon's prepared to embrace the pressure of being one of the game's elite players.

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76ers set to turn promising season into must-see TV

Ben Simmons is set to turn the 76ers into must-see TV.

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Minnesota reportedly moving to trade Jimmy Butler after ownership demands it

Owner Glen Taylor wants this trade to get done, so it will get done. Fast.

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76ers invite Emeka Okafor to training camp (on non-guaranteed deal)

It's highly unlikely he makes the team, but he could play well enough for another team to notice him.

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Karl-Anthony Towns agrees to sign five-year, potentially $190 million extension with Minnesota

This is a $158 million extension, but if Towns makes an All-NBA team again (he was 3rd team last season) it jumps to $190 million.

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Warriors big man Jordan Bell ready for second season

"I know my role is going to be more extended just because of the bigs we have this year."

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Orlando has become team worth watching for first time in long time

The Magic are going to block some shots inside this year, and their young bigs have real potential.

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Spezza wants to be more than a ‘good locker room guy’ for Stars

It would not be tough to top his miserable 2017-18 season.

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DeAndre Jordan joins Mavericks, treats touchy history with humor

"I never thought all of us would be on the same team this many years later." —Harrison Barnes

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Will a goalie go in first round during 2019 NHL Draft?

Spencer Knight (pictured) hopes so.

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Report: Jimmy Butler to miss Minnesota media day, not participate on court to start camp

This is the latest escalation of in an ugly situation in Minnesota

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What should Sharks do with Joe Pavelski?

The 34-year-old could be the odd man out following a contract year.

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Adam Silver defends penalty to Cuban for Mavericks’ misconduct

Silver says he didn't suspend Cuban because the Mavericks owner was never directly implicated in the misconduct.

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Kings’ Bogdan Bogdanovic tweaks knee in FIBA qualifying, to have surgery

He likely will be out for at least the preseason.

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Carolina looks for big things from rookies Necas, Svechnikov

It's still the preseason, but both players got off to a good start.

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Suns officially sign De’Anthony Melton for two-years, $2.3 million

He showed real potential at Summer League.

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Markelle Fultz says last season was about injury, he’s back now with confidence

“What happened last year was an injury. Let me get that straight."

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Joel Embiid on DeAndre Ayton: “He’s about to get his ass kicked this year”

Joel Embiid isn't totally wrong here.

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What a mess: Jimmy Butler may not report to camp, Minnesota owner handling trade talks

Dumpster fire seems like the right word for Minnesota right now.

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In wake of Mavericks’ scandal, Adam Silver warns other teams to eliminate harassment

The league does not want another Dallas.

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Jimmy Butler’s camp reportedly says concerns about salary “manufactured” by Wolves brass

The request to clear cap space to renegotiate his contract for a raise never made much sense.

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NBA approves three rule changes, including reset of shot clock to 14 after offensive board

The league also simplified what is a "clear path" foul.

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Dirk Nowitzki likely to come off bench this season, coach Rick Carlisle says

Nowitzki said he was open to it and it sounds like Carlisle may take him up on it.

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Mike Green may miss start of Red Wings season with scary ailment

Defenseman is reportedly dealing with "a virus that attacked his liver."

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Magic Johnson: I told Luke Walton not to worry if Lakers start slow with LeBron James

They certainly could start slow

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Penguins ponder Brassard at wing; best fit for Jack Johnson?

Pittsburgh experiments with different setups in training camp.

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Ekblad on Domi sucker punch: ‘Scores will get settled’

The Canadiens and Panthers meet on Dec. 28.

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Rebuild? What’s that? Grizzlies bring in veterans, dream of playoffs

The Grizzlies had a nice summer, but can they stay healthy enough for it to matter?

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Assessing Jimmy Butler’s trade value

How much is Timberwolves star worth?

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Report: Timberwolves rebuffing Jimmy Butler trade calls

Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor to be involved in process

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Pistons PG Reggie Jackson says ankle injury still keeping him off court

Jackson: 'But it feels night and day compared to last year'

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Reinhart eagerly rejoins Sabres with new contract signed

''I think the best thing for the team and myself was to be here as soon as possible.''

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Ilya Kovalchuk quickly getting up to speed with Kings

The free agent acquisition is already making an impact.

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Report: Karl-Anthony Towns told Timberwolves he couldn’t coexist with Jimmy Butler

'Do something about it'

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PHT Morning Skate: Pavelec retires; NHLers love coconut water

Friday's collection of links.

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Magic Johnson already excited by LeBron’s offseason impact on Lakers

Magic Johnson can already see LeBron James' impact on the young Los Angeles Lakers.

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Knicks will not offer Kristaps Porzingis max contract extension to preserve cap space

They will pay him, just next summer. Hope he's okay with that.

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J.R. Smith gets shirtless as Browns win first game since 2016 (VIDEO)

The Browns winning a Thursday night game seems like an appropriate arena for this type of thing now.

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Stephen Curry, Chris Paul, John Wall team up for Hurricane Florence relief

All three players are natives of North Carolina.

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Richard Jefferson’s father killed in drive-by shooting in Los Angeles

LAPD says it's still unclear whether Jefferson Sr. was the target of the crime or a bystander.

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Knicks won’t rush Kristaps Porzingis or future building plans

Kristaps Porzingis is back with his teammates, though the New York Knicks don't know when he'll be back on the court.

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Report: Numerous teams interested in possible Jimmy Butler trade

If/when Tom Thibodeau comes around to the trade idea, Minnesota can send Butler to any team offering the best deal.

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DeMar DeRozan tells Serge Ibaka when he plays Raptors he’ll “probably go for 50”

Serge Ibaka has a cooking show on YouTube called “How Hungry Are You?” Seriously. You can see an episode above. That was much higher on the list of things I did not expect than Bert and Ernie possibly being gay. New Spur DeMar DeRozan went on the show with his former teammate, presumably to learn

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NHL not tough enough with preseason suspensions

The Max Domi suspension should be viewed as an unacceptable punishment for an action that should have had far more significant consequences.

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How far can contrarian, big, defensive Jazz go in the West this season?

Can Donovan Mitchell keep the Utah offense afloat for another season?

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New 76ers GM Elton Brand won’t yield control, but will collaborate

Only two years out of the NBA, Elton Brand is set to return to the league as a 39-year-old general manager of the Philadelphia 76ers.

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NHL suspends Max Domi for remainder of preseason

He will not miss any regular season games or lose any salary as a result of the suspension.

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Amid Jimmy Butler trade saga, Lauri Markkanen looks back on Timberwolves drafting him

Savage

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Report: Rockets’ Brandon Knight underwent knee surgery, will miss ‘some time’

Houston just traded for Knight

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Rumor: Tom Thibodeau would rather leave Timberwolves than trade Jimmy Butler for young players, picks

Seems people are getting ahead of themselves

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Markelle Fultz reveals new jumper (video)

76ers guard: 'Everything's back to even better than what it was'

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Flames are saying right things about Mike Smith’s workload

Fatigue and injuries are real concerns for the aging goalie.

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Can Mike Budenholzer lift Milwaukee to top of East?

How much can a coach and a system lift a team? Milwaukee is going to find out, and they are betting it’s a lot.

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Karl-Anthony Towns denies Jimmy Butler rift due to Butler sleeping with Towns’ girlfriend

Rumor has swirled

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Erik Karlsson up for challenge of finding fit with Sharks

The newest Shark was introduced on Tuesday afternoon.

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Same company to appear on Trail Blazers jerseys, reportedly endorse Damian Lillard

The Portland Trail Blazers have announced a multi-year jersey sponsorship deal with Performance Health, an Illinois-based company that manufactures products for the rehabilitation and sports medicine markets.

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PHT Morning Skate: Dotchin details emerge; China market for growth, players

Thursday's collection of links.

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Report: Jimmy Butler wanted Timberwolves to add four years, $155 million to his contract this summer

That would've required more cap space than Minnesota had

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While his brother spars online with Jimmy Butler, Andrew Wiggins takes up fight with Stephen Jackson

Oh my

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Mark Cuban explains some, though not all, of his role in Mavericks’ hostile work environment (video)

Mavericks owner interviewed by Rachel Nichols

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Max Domi ejected after punching, bloodying Aaron Ekblad

Should Domi also receive a suspension?

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Report: Clippers emerging as frontrunner to sign Kawhi Leonard

Because he'd join Jimmy Butler?

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Reports: Jimmy Butler’s trade preference is Clippers, Knicks less interested

Nets also reportedly motivated to trade for Timberwolves star

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Report: Jimmy Butler less enthused about Lakers after they signed LeBron James

Butler reportedly wants 'central role in a big market'

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Would Jimmy Butler actually sign a contract extension?

It'd be a major financial sacrifice

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Sabres are remarkably expensive, but relief is coming

Their mixed salary cap outlook after signing Sam Reinhart.

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Space Jam 2 closer to reality: LeBron reportedly teams with Black Panther director

Filming is tentatively scheduled for the summer of 2019.

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Report: Timberwolves president Tom Thibodeau ‘has no interest’ in trading Jimmy Butler

'For now'

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Highlight-reel plays from Pettersson, Talbot spice up preseason

It's only preseason, but these highlights were a delight to watch.

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Cuban to donate $10 million to women in workplace programs as part of Mavericks’ harassment deal with NBA

The report found Cuban himself did not know of the issues under his own roof.

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What NHL 19 is missing: An NHL 20 wish list

Requesting story modes, classic teams, and more.

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Reports: Jimmy Butler requests trade from Timberwolves; wants to play for Clippers, Nets, Knicks

Report: Tom Thibodeau has been resistant to this.

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NHL’s best referee: Wes McCauley goes by his own book

He keeps his good calls close and his bad calls closer.

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Pelicans stay one small step ahead of their shortcomings catching up to them, per usual

Grading the New Orleans Pelicans' offseason

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After hip surgery, Isaiah Thomas not 100 percent for start of Denver training camp

Thomas had hip surgery in April and could miss "a while."

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Reinhart, Sabres end stalemate with two-year bridge deal

Reinhart betting on himself with two-year deal.

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Lonzo Ball will not be cleared for 5-on-5 at start of Lakers’ training camp

He is recovering from off-season knee surgery.

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PBT Podcast: Can anyone beat the Golden State Warriors?

We answer that question with Mark Medina of the San Jose Mercury News.

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Amid banter, NHL officials get refresher course at camp

The most difficult part of camp might actually be playing hockey.

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Brett Brown on Ben Simmons: ‘His jump shot’s not going to define him’

Ben Simmons and Markelle Fultz are expected this season to join Philadelphia's Big Three.

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PHT Morning Skate: Senators blame Karlsson; Seguin’s Super Mario clip

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Knicks’ Courtney Lee denies report he wants to be traded to contender

Lee says his preference is to remain in New York.

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Deron Williams and Jerry Sloan finally buried the hatchet

The two great sportsmen were able to come together and at least see each other's point of view as a sort of armistice.

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Masai Ujiri on Kawhi Leonard: ‘He is happy. There is no maintenance with him’

Raptors fans, who are dedicated and passionate, should be hoping that they finally make a Finals run this year.

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Report: 76ers rookie Zhaire Smith expected to return around Christmas

First-rounder broke his foot last month

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Kevin Love launches “Love Fund” to bring more focus to mental health issues

The league and players' union sent out a letter to players telling them to take advantage of new NBA mental health programs.

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Sixers hire Elton Brand as new General Manager

The is a stay-the-course hire.

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NHL 19 brings some legitimately big changes

More than just a "glorified roster update" from EA.

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Pat Riley: Dion Waiters not recovered for start of training camp, “unlikely” for start of season

He had ankle surgery during last season but is not fully recovered yet.

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Michael Jordan donates $2 million to Hurricane Florence recovery efforts

There are also "Charlotte Strong" T-shirts with the Hornets logo as a fundraiser for aid organizations.

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Golden Knights, William Hill sportsbook announce historic partnership

Get ready for the "William Hill Line Change."

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Report: Celtics were working with Jabari Bird on mental-health treatment before alleged domestic-violence incident

Bird accused of strangling and kicking girlfriend, threatening to commit suicide

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Anthony Davis and Pelicans enter yet another season full of speculation about their future together

Will it go anywhere?

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Kotkaniemi gives Canadiens something to be excited about

With that in mind, let's ask if he should jump right away into the NHL.

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Captaincy continues Aleksander Barkov’s growth as a player

Barkov is now the 10th captain in Panthers franchise history.

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Report: Jimmy Butler-Timberwolves meeting moved from Minneapolis to Los Angeles

What does location change mean?

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Without better options, Heat settle for sentimentality

Grading the Miami Heat' offseason

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Report: Jimmy Butler ‘isn’t dead set’ on demanding trade from Timberwolves

Butler says he'll meet with team today

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Bridge deal for Nurse could end up costing Oilers big time

He might break the bank two years from now.

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Marcus Smart posts heartfelt tribute to mother, who died Sunday

Camellia Smart was battling cancer

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Nothing to ‘C’ here: Importance of NHL captains is changing

Teams certainly aren't afraid to make big decisions with their captains.

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PHT Morning Skate: Anonymous player poll; McKenzie’s pre-season draft rankings

Tuesday's collection of links.

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Jimmy Butler says his meeting with Thibodeau, Timberwolves is Tuesday (today)

Who cares if the reporting on the day was one off if the substance of the meeting is the same?

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USA rolls past Panama in World Cup qualifying, 78-48

The Americans have won both of their second-round qualifying games so far, by a combined 87 points.

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Report: Sports Illustrated’s Lee Jenkins to take front office job with Clippers

He will be the Executive Director of Research and Indentity.

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League sends out updated salary cap projections, jump coming in future years

Teams will have a lot more money in the coming years.

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Rodney Hood’s plan: “After this year I’ll be able to make Cleveland my home”

"I want to make this a home."

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How did Terry Rozier know he was hitting it big? Urkel.

Getting recognized by Urkel is big time.

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Jarrett Jack reportedly reaches non-guaranteed deal with Pelicans

He could find a role on a team looking for steady guard play.

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Rumor: Celtics, Jamal Crawford have mutual interest

The Celtics already have a full roster right now.

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Connor McDavid chasing a rare, personal three-peat

If he wins another scoring title this season he will join a very small list of players to win it three years in a row.

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Report: Jazz’s Justin Zanik, Rockets’ Gersson Rosas get second interview for 76ers’ GM job

Will Philadelphia actually hire someone?

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Report: Suns’ top point-guard target is Clippers’ Patrick Beverley

Will trade be reached?

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PHT Power Rankings: 10 players who could be traded this season

All of these players are potential unrestricted free agents after this season.

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Darnell Nurse, Oilers hammer out two-year bridge deal

Nurse will remain an RFA once this contract expires.

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For David Fizdale, Knicks, this season not about wins, it’s about the foundation

"Culture and accountability. I'll be putting those words on walls in a lot of places." —David Fizdale

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Warriors signing DeMarcus Cousins not even best development of their summer

Grading the Golden State Warriors' offseason

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Report: Karl-Anthony Towns won’t sign contract extension until Timberwolves handle Jimmy Butler situation

Butler-Tom Thibodeau sit-down reportedly a 'last-ditch meeting'

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Lundqvist happy to be part of Rangers’ rebuilding

Happy that training camp has started, Lundqvist is looking forward to seeing how the team shapes up.

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Sue Bird: WNBA-champion Seattle Storm won’t visit Donald Trump’s White House

Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Lynx didn't, either

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Report: Spurs hiring Brent Barry to front office

Barry had been exploring jump from TV for a while

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Captain switch: Panthers give ‘C’ to Aleksander Barkov

Derek MacKenzie was "proud to hand the captain's 'C' off to a leader as mature and deserving as Aleksander is."

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PHT Morning Skate: Flames visit Great Wall of China; 10 questions facing Ducks

Monday's collection of links.

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Ivica Zubac says Lakers not thrilled he chose to play for Croatia in World Cup qualifiers

No team is ever completely comfortable seeing their players in international competitions.

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Lockout looming? NHL is 1 year away from key labor deadline

On Sept. 1, 2019, the league has the option and then, on Sept. 15, the NHLPA has the option to terminate the labor pact.

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NBA players react to Dwyane Wade’s “last dance”

Nobody is more excited than Hassan Whiteside.

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Jeff Bzdelik, assistant coach in charge of Rockets’ defense, retires

Another challenge for a Rockets defense that lost some key players.

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Dwyane Wade announce he will return to Heat for “one last dance”

"I've given this game everything that I have, and I'm happy about that, and I'm going to give it for one last season."

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Manu Ginobili’s personal career highlight? Spurs 2014 NBA title

"We did it with a great team, a team that played great in a fun way, altruistically."

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Morrissey finally signs; is Nurse next?

Morrissey signs cap-friendly deal in Winnipeg.

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Two U.S. basketball players stabbed in Romania; one seriously hurt

BUCHAREST, Romania — Two U.S. basketball players have been stabbed in a club in eastern Romania and one is in a serious condition, Romanian authorities said Sunday. Police said Darrell Bowie, 24, and Joseph McClain, 25, who play for local club ACS Cuza Braila, were attacked Saturday night in the city after a fight broke

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Dennis Schroder, Maxi Kleber save Germany from defeat with 0.4 lob pass

The win punched Germany's ticket to the 2019 FIBA World Cup.

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USA heads to Panama for next FIBA qualifying test

The U.S. (6-1) visits Panama (3-4) in a second-round qualifier on Monday night.

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Despite their ascendance, the Winnipeg Jets know nothing will come easy this season

As good as Winnipeg is, they have their work cut out for them this season.

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Alan Williams signs two-way contract with Brooklyn for this season

If healthy he can help the Nets, he's a beast on the boards.

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Minnesota’s Justin Patton breaks left foot during workouts, will miss time

He's already had two surgeries on his other foot.

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This story about Dirk Nowitzki yelling at Mark Cuban is hilarious

The ability to say something like this to Cuban is the dream of several rival fanbases around the NBA.

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Kyle Kuzma on hometown of Flint: ‘It pretty much is a third-world country’

"It is just kind of sad for me, how America has let a city of its own deplete and kind of die," Kuzma said.

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Damian Lillard roasts fan who chided him for lack of workout videos

I guess some NBA diehards have a hard time seeing the forest for the trees.

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Pat Riley says LeBron James subtly asked him to replace Erik Spoelstra in 2010

Everything is A-OK now that they have two championships under their belt, but the 2010-11 Miami Heat held some tension.

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Jimmy Butler will sit down with Timberwolves management to discuss future

The issue at hand appears to be the divide between Butler and Karl-Anthony Towns.

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Manu Ginobili points to moment he knew NBA retirement was final (VIDEO)

There was one specific moment when he returned to the Spurs practice facility that confirmed to him that he wasn't going to come back.

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Looking at the unsigned restricted free agents as NHL camps open

There are still seven restricted free agents around the NHL that remain unsigned.

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LeBron James to produce show about first female head coach of men’s college team

This comes after we learned that LeBron will produce a show about Ben Simmons' life.

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What’s next for Red Wings in post-Zetterberg era?

Henrik Zetterberg's playing career coming to an end is the end of a great era for the Detroit Red Wings organization.

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Paul Pierce jokes about NBA comeback with new ‘workout video’

But could Pierce be on the road to an NBA comeback?

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Steve Ballmer succinctly explains why anthem/kneeling not an issue for the NBA

“We believe our players should express themselves.... I encourage our players, use your platform. Speak.”

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Rumor: Clippers, not Lakers, top Kawhi Leonard’s destination list

Kawhi is not a fan of drama around him, so are the Lakers the best fit?

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Panthers open training camp, with Bill Torrey still in mind

When the Islanders play at Florida on Nov. 10, the teams will honor Torrey's memory.

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Defending champion Capitals have almost no camp competition

The Capitals are returning 18 of 20 the players who dressed in their Cup-clinching victory.

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Youthful Rangers focused on getting better after changes

The Rangers are in a rebuilding mode after dealing several stars in a youth movement at the trade deadline.

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US rolls past Uruguay in FIBA World Cup qualifying, 114-57

The U.S. is another step closer to qualifying for the FIBA Basketball World Cup.

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Sharks open training camp with healthy Joe Thornton

Thornton went down with a season-ending right knee injury Jan. 23.

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Friday night video fun: 10 best dunks of last season

We are a week away from some NBA training camps opening, just a few days later every team will be official.

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Michael Jordan, Hornets, NBA raising money for hurricane Florence relief efforts

There is a way you can donate to help out.

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Ankle healed after devastating injury, Suter back with Wild

Now, the arduous rehab complete, Suter was cleared to skate with the Wild to start training camp.

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Could Dirk Nowitzki come off the bench for Dallas this season?

He might be willing, but he's going to start for Dallas.

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Council committee approves agreement for Seattle arena plan

The approval is one of the last major hurdles to Seattle's hopes of landing an NHL expansion franchise.

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Masai Ujiri says city, fans, winning give Raptors chance to keep Kawhi Leonard

The Toronto Raptors are going to try.

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Prosecutor to review cellphone/club incident involving James Harden

Prosecutors are reviewing allegations that Houston Harden took a woman's cellphone outside a Scottsdale nightclub.

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Kawhi Leonard is working out with Kobe Bryant… and almost smiling

More fuel for the "Kawhi to the Lakers" rumor mill.

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NHL clears Capitals on trading, signing Orpik after buyout

MacLellan says the Capitals were above board in everything they did and would face no consequences.

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Sidney Crosby, Penguins return from long summer

After winning two straight Stanley Cups in 2016 and 2017, the Penguins don't enter the season as champs.

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David Stern on LeBron James’ The Decision: ‘We knew it was going to be terrible, and we tried very hard for it not to happen’

Former NBA commissioner failed to save LeBron from himself

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J.R. Smith responds to chances of Knicks signing Kyrie Irving: ‘High’

Does Cavaliers guard know something about Celtics' future?

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Report: Knicks plan to trade or stretch Joakim Noah before training camp

The Knicks reportedly planned to stretch Joakim Noah after Sept. 1 if they didn’t trade him. Waiting until September would allow them to eat his entire $18,530,000 this season. Well, it’s a couple weeks into September, and Noah remains on New York’s roster. What gives? Shams Charania of The Athletic: Sources: The Knicks and center

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The stunning one year rise and fall of the Ottawa Senators

This team should be a cautionary tale for every team in the league that gets fooled by one playoff run.

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Preds see teams piling up talent, fighting to be West’s best

The Predators essentially stood pat this offseason winning their first Central Division title and Presidents' Trophy.

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Rockets couldn’t afford to keep up with Warriors

Grading the Houston Rockets' offseason

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Corey Crawford still dealing with concussion symptoms

We now officially know what has kept him out of the lineup.

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Arizona Coyotes begin camp with hope of a turnaround

Heading into the start of this year's training camp, the Coyotes have a dash of expectations to go with the optimism.

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Jason Maxiell, who married his high school sweetheart in 2009, says he has slept with 341 women

Former Pistons forward and wife discuss (video)

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Offseason cleansing puts Sabres, Eichel in upbeat mood

He credited coach Phil Housley for nurturing the discussions, and being open to input.

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Henrik Zetterberg’s NHL career over due to back injury

The 37-year-old Zetterberg broke in with the Red Wings during the 2002-03 season.

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Devils open training camp with sense of excitement

Making the postseason last season is the main reason for the upbeat attitude among the team as new season begins.

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More bad news: Senators’ Pageau to miss at least six months with achilles injury

The hits just keep on coming for Ottawa.

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Cavaliers lose one star, keep another, sure don’t break even

Grading the Cleveland Cavaliers' offseason

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Dwyane Wade, you playing next season? “I wish I had an answer for you”

"Whichever day the decision comes, it comes."

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PHT Morning Skate: Karlsson trade and state of Sens; Jets new jersey leaked

Friday's collection of links.

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Report: Spurs preferred Joel Embiid or Ben Simmons in Kawhi Leonard trade

Markelle Fultz was rumored to have been dangled for the Spurs, but it appears that wasn't the case.

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Predators: Support Watson while fighting domestic violence

The NHL announced the suspension Wednesday night, and the NHLPA plans to appeal.

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Beards, moustaches now OK for Maple Leafs

The Maple Leafs will be allowed to show up for work a little scruffier this season.

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Isaiah Thomas says he’s the best point guard in the NBA (VIDEO)

Isaiah Thomas is a little guy with big confidence.

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Top 10 most clutch plays of 2017-18 NBA season

There were plenty of big shots abound in the NBA this season, including those by the likes of Terry Rozier, Carmelo Anthony, and LeBron James.

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Avalanche hope to turn playoff appearance into another run

The Avs caught a lot of teams by surprise a season ago when they improved by 47 points to make the postseason.

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Islanders open training camp looking to disprove doubters

With Tavares gone, experts aren't giving the Islanders much of a chance to contend this season.

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JJ Redick explains why he was upset at coverage of Markelle Fultz last year

Despite Redick's feelings, the burden of Fultz's damaged psyche was on the 76ers organization.

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Watch Wizards’ Tomas Satoransky hit game winner for Czech Republic in FIBA Qualifier

Satoransky is coming off a strong season in Washington.

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Karlsson trade caps dream summer of NHL moves

Tavares, Karlsson, Pacioretty, and more are on the move. Good times.

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USA Basketball looks to move closer to World Cup with next round of qualifying

Win Friday, and the path to the World Cup becomes much easier for Team USA.

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Trial set for ex-Ottawa Senators exec on harassment charge

Lee faces up to 15 days in jail if convicted.

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Milwaukee police chief says one officer in Sterling Brown incident has been fired

He was fired for social media posts after and related to the incident with Brown, not his actions themselves.

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Erik Karlsson on Ottawa: ‘I never wanted to leave this place’

The Senators felt this was a trade they needed to make.

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Gordon Hayward declares himself ‘basically 100 percent (healthy) … not 100 percent basketball-wise’

Celtics in good shape

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Celtics’ Jabari Bird, accused of domestic violence, apologizes for distraction

Bird says he's taking time away from team

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Karlsson trade gives Sharks NHL’s most explosive defense

A Burns - Karlsson combo is almost unfair, and Vlasic holds it together.

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Erik Karlsson dealt to Sharks as Senators continue roster teardown

It finally happened.

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Lakers ace offseason by signing LeBron James

Grading the Los Angeles Lakers' offseason

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Celtics’ Jabari Bird accused of assaulting girlfriend over four hours, including strangling her until she passed out

Police say Bird also threatened to commit suicide

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Seguin becomes Stars’ highest-paid player, gets Super Mario tribute

An impeccable way to announce an eight-year deal right under $10M per season.

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76ers’ misadventures stall progress (at least apparent progress)

Grading the Philadelphia 76ers' offseason

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Capitals try to forget Cup celebrations as NHL camps open

The Capitals seemed to celebrate as hard as any champion in NHL history.

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Deng Adel ruins all the dang jokes by backing out of Timberwolves deal

He'll sign with Raptors

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Watch highlights from Seattle Storm’s WNBA title clinching Game 3 win

Watch the Storms passing and three-point shooting in the close-out game.

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Gretzky: NHL players in Olympics ‘much better for everyone’

It's not clear whether the league will change its stance for the 2022 Games to be hosted by Beijing.

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PHT Morning Skate: Lehner’s personal battle; Allen to miss start of camp

Thursday's collection of links.

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Rumor: Dwyane Wade would demand to start if he returns to Heat

If he wants to start, he should start. He has earned that right with the Heat.

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Report: Kyrie Irving is Knicks’ top target in 2019 free agency

Will he leave Celtics?

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Humboldt Broncos return to ice 5 months after bus crash

Brayden Camrud and Derek Patter were back on the ice for the Humboldt Broncos on Wednesday night in the team's first game since 10 teammates and six other people were killed in a bus crash.

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Seattle Storm cap off dominant WNBA season with championship

The Seattle Storm were a force of nature all WNBA season.

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Report: Pelicans not concerned about possibility of Anthony Davis hiring agent Rich Paul

They should be

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Gilbert Arenas brings $100k cash to gym for bet with Nick Young, makes 95/100 shots (video)

Arenas says Young didn't show up as scheduled

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NHL suspends Austin Watson 27 games for ‘unacceptable off-ice conduct’

The NHLPA plans to appeal the suspension on behalf of Watson.

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Clippers broadcaster Ralph Lawler to retire after season

Lawler entering 40th year with Clippers

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Weight of captaincy gone, Pacioretty ready for ‘new chapter’ in Vegas

Pacioretty signed a four-year extension with Vegas following the trade from Montreal.

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Mavericks bridging eras

Grading the Dallas Mavericks' offseason

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Can Patrik Laine score 50 goals this season?

The forces working for and against him hitting 50.

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Daryl Morey thinks Marquese Chriss could thrive in Houston with Mike D’Antoni

Chriss can run the floor, he just has to do it at full speed every time, then finish better.

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Russell Westbrook has arthroscopic surgery on right knee, out at least four weeks

He could miss the first few games of the regular season.

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Lamoriello shrugs off Tavares’ Isles exit in entertaining fashion

Lamoriello: "It’s different if they had had a lot of success."

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Ruining potential jokes, Timberwolves reportedly will not pursue Joakim Noah

Not that Minnesota should sign him, it just fit a pattern.

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Humboldt Broncos ready for emotional return to the ice

An April 6 bus crash killed 16 players and staff and injured 13 others.

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Two rights trump one wrong for Pacers

Grading the Indiana Pacers' offseason

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Watch LeBron James do dares with Channing Tatum on Ellen for I Promise School fundraiser

This is a way better school fundraiser than selling chocolate bars. LeBron James went on the Ellen Show with Magic Mike himself Channing Tatum and did a series of “dares” as a fundraiser for the I Promise school LeBron helped open this year (the video is above). LeBron ate ice cream with hot sauce, took a

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‘Such a pro’: At 39, Roberto Luongo still chasing the Cup

Luongo is still driven, primarily for one reason - he's never hoisted the Stanley Cup.

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The time Kobe Bryant hung his gold medal in Pau Gasol’s locker after Olympics

It's Kobe's style of motivation.

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Dirk Nowitzki says Luka Doncic is better than he was at that age

No pressure, kid.

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PHT Morning Skate: Weber’s importance to Habs; Will Yzerman go back to Detroit?

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Blue Jackets hand Tortorella two-year extension

"His passion and commitment to being the best has permeated our team and we believe will lead to even greater success in the future."

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Danny Green on Kawhi Leonard: “Toronto is gonna be hard to turn down”

This is the NBA — anything can happen. Anything. It’s why the NBA wins the summer with its free agency. Still, few people around the league expect Kawhi Leonard will remain in Toronto next summer, the money is still on him ending up in Los Angeles. Leonard said he will keep an open mind, and

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Here’s Kobe Bryant showing Candace Parker some post moves (VIDEO)

If Kobe doesn’t teach other players Michael Jordan’s moves, who will?

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Draymond Green is now DeMarcus Cousins’ pool boy (VIDEO)

Awfully nice of Green to help pitch in for the injured Cousins.

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Jason Kidd says his agent once saved his life from a man-of-war

Kidd was swimming in the ocean when he was attacked by the jellyfish-like creature, rendering him unable to move.

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Kyrie Irving is going to business school classes at Harvard

The program aims to help athletes prepare themselves to enter the business world after they end their active sporting careers.

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Watch Carmelo Anthony, James Harden working on chemistry at “Black Ops” runs in NYC

A little summer bonding and workouts could help team chemistry.

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Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle on Luka Doncic: ‘Anybody who doesn’t jump on season tickets now is going to sorely regret it later’

So much for managing expectations

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Golden Knights can still land Erik Karlsson after Pacioretty trade

Why they should, and why it could make sense for the penny-pinching Sens.

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NBC green lights comedy based on Ben Simmons’ family produced by LeBron James’ company

Simmons grew up in a multi-ethnic family, this comedy is based around that premise.

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Lonzo Ball says knee surgery was “last option,” had partial meniscus removal not repair

This is just a partial removal, not what Wade had, and should not hamper his career.

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Bettman tells AP: NHL in mediation on concussion lawsuit

''The judge asked us to go into mediation and so we're complying with the judge's request."

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Jazz’s quiet summer could lead to triumphant season

Grading the Utah Jazz's offseason

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BriseBois faces plenty of questions in replacing Yzerman as Lightning GM

Julien BriseBois was a coveted executive. Now he must show why.

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Report: Raptors to hold introductory press conference for Kawhi Leonard

(and Danny Green)

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Steve Yzerman stepping down as Lightning GM; BriseBois to take over

Yzerman has been Tampa's GM since 2010.

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Spurs on precipice after losing Kawhi Leonard

Grading the San Antonio Spurs' offseason

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Report: Timberwolves work out Monta Ellis

Minnesota also reportedly works out Brandon Rush, Brandon Paul, and Darius Johnson-Odom

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Trade: Bruins ship Adam McQuaid to Rangers

This will be the first time he plays for a team other than Boston.

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Why It Clicked: NHLers explain their career seasons

Giroux, Hall, MacKinnon and Trocheck were among the NHL's best last season.

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Hornets’ offseason not quite a joke, but not much better than that

Grading the Charlotte Hornets' offseason

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Highlights from Eugene Melnyk’s bizarre Senators video

This did not seem to go over well with the fan base.

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PHT Morning Skate: Bergevin makes best of tough situation; Rebuilding Humboldt Broncos

Tuesday's collection of links.

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Zach Lavine says “I got my speed back, my jumping back,” aims to be All-Star

"I feel like I’m at the stage now where I should be trying to reach accolades like an All-Star."

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UdonisHaslem reveals why he chose to return to Heat

"For the hometown kid in me, that means the world."

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Trail Blazers spend to keep problems from compounding, but not enough to get better

Grading the Portland Trail Blazers' offseason

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Magic forward Jonathan Isaac‏ calls for more abstinence education

Second-year player speaking out

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Thunder to wear Native American-themed uniforms (photos)

Seems cool

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Suns: Devin Booker expected to miss start of regular season with hand injury

Suns guard underwent surgery today

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Nuggets sidestep backtrack with two big re-signings, two savvy additions

Grading the Denver Nuggets' offseason

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Jason Kidd was confused by Dirk Nowitzki’s shooting advice, “Breathe through your eyes”

Jason Kidd is in the mood to tell a few stories.

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Golden Knights sign Max Pacioretty to four-year, $28 million extension

He will be getting a big raise with his new team.

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Tony Parker: It was role offered, not money that pushed him to Charlotte

"I did not want to finish (as an) assistant-coach. And that was the role they offered me, when I wanted to play."

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Luol Deng reportedly reaches one-year deal to join Timberwolves

We’ve been saying another addition to the “Chicago Wolves” was coming, it just happened a little faster than expected. Luol Deng and the Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to a one-year, $2.4 million veteran minimum contract, a story broken by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN and confirmed by Shams Charania of The Athletic. Free agent forward Luol

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PHT Power Rankings: Non-playoff teams most likely to make postseason return

At least one of these 15 teams will make the playoffs this season.

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While league goes small, Grizzlies focus on style where “size, physicality and toughness prevails”

“We got a bunch of guys that know how to think the game."

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Has Lonzo Ball tweaked his shot? Video suggests he has, and that’s a good thing

His mechanics are leading to a quick shot with a smoother release, but will that help the shooting percentage?

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Another report confirming expected: Luol Deng expected to sign with Minnesota this week

Everyone expects this to happen sooner rather than later.

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Canadiens brass looking forward after trading Max Pacioretty

"We're turning the page... It's what happens in hockey once and a while."

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At least 18 NBA players will play for home country in FIBA World Cup qualifiers this month

Most big name players have passed on playing in these qualifiers, but there are exceptions.

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Drake brought Terry Rozier on stage during Boston concert

It wasn't Rozier's best shooting night, not that anyone cared.

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PHT Morning Skate: MacDonald injury means opportunity; Pacioretty primed for better year

Monday's collection of links.

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Report: Andrew Bynum wants to make an NBA comeback (VIDEO)

A video of Bynum looking svelte recently surfaced, as well as a report that the soon-to-be 31-year-old wants to play again.

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Max Pacioretty saga ends with trade to Vegas

Pacioretty the showpiece in three-player deal.

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Ben Simmons responds to Twitter user making fun of his shooting ability

Remember the No. 1 rule of the Internet: don’t read the comment section.

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Sue Bird’s custom Kyrie Irving shoes are incredible (PHOTO)

Irving called Bird "the greatest point guard to ever play the game" and asked Nike to help supply the Storm star.

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Cavaliers to replace LeBron banner with photomosaic of fans (PHOTO)

The photos will constitute the face of a “Guardian of Traffic” that stands over a local bridge.

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Report: Devin Booker undergoes hand surgery, out indefinitely

It appears that the Phoenix Suns will be without their star player as they begin training camp heading into the 2018-19 NBA season.

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Don Nelson looks like a mob boss now (PHOTOS)

The dude looks like he's out there enjoying himself, even as he gradually starts to look like The Dude.

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Second Canadiens prospect stretchered off after bad hit

Second time in three days a Montreal player has needed medical attention after a hit.

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Report: Cavaliers sign Rodney Hood to $3.4 million qualifying offer

Hood was rumored to have wanted a contract from the Cavaliers in the neighborhood of three years and $27 million.

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Damian Lillard is breaking news on Twitter (for some reason)

Lillard gave two "sourced" reports on Twitter about moves in the NBA media sphere.

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Ray Allen says opposing coaches used to call in “oh s—“

"Some coaches used to call me ‘Oh s---.’ And if I was ever open on the floor, they used to say ‘oh s---, how did he get open?’”

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Here’s a picture of Shaq hanging out with his white tiger

Does the fact Shaq has tigers as pets even surprise you?

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Rumor: Suns may target Patrick Beverley, Cory Joseph, Spencer Dinwiddie for trade

These are all long shots, more of a Suns' wish list.

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Anthony Davis files to leave agent, rumored to be leaning toward Rich Paul’s Klutch Sports

This is going to start some rumors.

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Watch Dino Radja’s Hall of Fame enshrinement speech

Dino Radja is one of FIBA’s 50 Greatest Players of All Time, an international basketball legend out of Croatia, and one of the 50 Greatest EuroLeague Contributors of all time as well. NBA fans may remember him from the four seasons with the Celtics back in the 1990s (averaging 16.7 points per game and making the

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Atlanta Hawks sign former Georgia State star R.J. Hunter to training camp contract

The Hawks have signed guard R.J. Hunter, bringing him back to the city where he was a college star playing for his father.

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It’s official, Cavaliers sign David Nwaba to one-year, $1.5 million contract

He should be able to carve out rotation minutes on the wing.

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Canadiens prospect Jake Evans released from hospital after being stretchered off ice

Evans is a former seventh-round draft pick by the Canadiens and is just starting his professional career this season.

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LeBron warns Lakers teammate to have hands ready for pass or “I’m gonna break your nose”

Don't drop passes around LeBron James.

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Ray Allen in Hall of Fame, “I’m here because I worked hard my whole life”

He also talked about how he idolized Michael Jordan.

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Celtics’ guard Jabari Bird arrested after “domestic incident” Friday night

He may face charges that include strangulation and kidnapping, according to Boston Police

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Current and former teammates shocked by Schmidt’s suspension

The appeal, which was heard by a neutral arbitrator, was denied.

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Tavares’ path to free agency is not yet a road for NHL stars

Fellow NHLers were watching Tavares' decision closely and wondering what the long-term impact might be.

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Steve Nash: “You’ll never be more alive than when you give something everything you have”

Steve Nash is officially in the basketball Hall of Fame. 

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Watch Jason Kidd’s Hall of Fame induction speech

Jason Kidd is officially in the Hall of Fame, and that was a no-brainer. 

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Watch Maurice Cheeks’ Hall of Fame induction speech

Maurice Cheeks is officially in the Hall of Fame. Too often fans and media just give lip service to elite defense, it’s good to see defense get rewarded at the Hall of Fame. For much of his 15-year career Cheeks was known as a lock-down defender who made the NBA All-Defensive Team five times,. He

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Watch Grant Hill’s speech as he enters Hall of Fame

Injuries that changed the trajectory of Hill's NBA career, however, nobody has ever questioned if Hill was an elite player.

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Former NBA, North Carolina player P.J. Hairston faces new criminal charges

Hairston is charged with assault on a female, interfering with emergency communication and injury to personal property.

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New coach James Borrego determined to bring ball movement to Charlotte

Dwight Howard didn't really fit with that.

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NHL Player Media Tour 2018 Notebook

Notes and quotes from this year's event in Chicago.

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Ray Allen on Boston: “That to me is the most important time in my life”

"People look at how I left, but I look at how I lived while I was (in Boston)."

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David Griffin: J.R. Smith hasn’t been motivated to stay in shape since signing long-term contract

2016 contract was reasonable

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Heat no longer employing executive accused of embezzling $13.4 million while with Kings

Jeffrey R. David out in Miami

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The Canadiens have wasted Max Pacioretty

Whether he remains with the team beyond this season or not, the Canadiens wasted his best years in the NHL.

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Listen to LeBron James and Kevin Durant on song they recorded together

NBA superstars rapped in 2011

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Tavares hopes for ‘positive’ reception when Maple Leafs visit Isles

Tavares joined the Maple Leafs after nine seasons with the Islanders.

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Nets come out ahead in busy summer

Grading the Brooklyn Nets' offseason

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Taylor Hall not expecting complacency from Devils after playoff return

Hall's MVP year helped the Devils reach the playoffs for the first time since 2012.

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Ray Allen: Rajon Rondo stopped passing to me, and Doc Rivers responded by bringing me off bench

Allen recalls Celtics drama (video)

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Eric Staal eager to stay with Wild, ready for Central Division battle

Staal scored 42 goals last and is set to become a UFA next summer.

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What will Tyler Seguin’s next contract look like?

It's his turn to get paid!

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Will Karl-Anthony Towns sign shorter contract extension with Timberwolves?

Why isn't extension done yet?

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NHL aims to get more teams involved in outdoor games

"You want to position them in a way where they're going to achieve the most success, however that's defined."

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PHT Morning Skate: NHL players insulted by Jalen Ramsey; How Steven Stamkos became a playmaker

Friday's collection of links.

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Ray Allen says he’s talked to Spike Lee about ‘He Got Game’ sequel (VIDEO)

“The biggest key is getting Denzel Washington onboard,” said Allen.

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Ray Allen, Steve Nash, Jason Kidd, and Grant Hill will join hall of fame Friday

The most prolific 3-point shooter in NBA history would like to make the case for the mid-range jumper.

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People are really into ‘Hoodie Melo’ at the beach (PHOTO)

Carmelo Anthony wears his hood all summer long, even at the beach.

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Kevin Garnett sues accountant over $77M lost to wealth manager

Kevin Garnett is suing an accountant and his firm, alleging they helped a wealth manager steal $77 million from him.

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With NBA 2K19 about to launch, check out their “Momentous” preview video

NBA 2K19 is about to launch.

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Damian Lillard: “That would be an honor to be a lifetime Blazer”

"Obviously, I love playing for the Blazers. I love living in the city."

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Would a healthy Joe Thornton make Sharks favorites in Pacific Division?

Positive comments might tempt inspire jumbo-size thoughts in San Jose.

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Tavares pursuit may not be last time tensions rise between Bruins, Krejci

Krejci may feel less loyal if a similar situation crops up.

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Watch LeBron James, Ben Simmons on the same team at a pick-up run

Good luck stopping that team from getting to the rim.

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Report: Nets’ Kenneth Faried pleads not guilty to marijuana charge

Faried charged in New York

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Report: 76ers interviewed David Griffin, but deemed him not good fit

Philadelphia wants front-office collaboration

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Daly: December earliest NHL would vote on Seattle expansion

Seattle Hockey Partners will make a presentation to board's executive committee on Oct. 2

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Boris Diaw retires

France native played for Hawks, Suns, Hornets, Spurs and Jazz

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Tyler Seguin on extension talks, new Stars head coach

Seguin's agent has started extension talks with GM Jim Nill.

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Jonah Hill tucks old-school Suns jersey into slacks (photo)

Oh my

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Kane, Toews ready to turn page on playoff-less 2017-18 season

It had been 10 years since the Blackhawks last missed the postseason.

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Amid uncertainty over Torts, Panarin, Bobrovsky, Blue Jackets extend GM

Exploring the very tough choices Jarmo Kekalainen faces.

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Report: 76ers interviewing four internal candidates, including Elton Brand, for GM

Ned Cohen, Marc Eversley and Alex Rucker also up for job

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Magic owner Richard DeVos dies at age 92

How will he be remembered?

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