Paul Millsap’s putback with 0.1 on clock gives Nuggets 108-107 win over Bulls in OT

Paul Millsap's putback with 0.1 seconds left in overtime gave the Denver Nuggets a 108-107 victory over the Chicago Bulls.

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The Buzzer: Virtanen leads the way as Canucks top Blackhawks

There was only one game on the NHL schedule Wednesday night.

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Derrick Rose is back, drops 50 on Jazz in Timberwolves win

This was a career high for Rose.

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Klay Thompson dressed as Jackie Moon of Semi-Pro for Halloween

Klay Thompson's Halloween game is as on point as his shot against the Chicago Bulls.

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These photos of Boban Marjanovic meeting Kristin Chenoweth are what you needed today

These are the best photos you will see today.

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Clippers’ Patrick Beverley: ‘The team that gets drunk together, you learn a lot of things quickly’

Honesty

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Devils’ strong start faces road trip test

The Devils' success this season has been a combination of good play and a friendly schedule, which started in Sweden.

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Jimmy Butler denies he is sitting out to put more pressure towards a trade

Is Butler taking a night off because he's sore? He says so. His agent says so. The team says so... but is that just cover?

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Struggling Kings get bad news about Quick

The goalie is out indefinitely after surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his knee.

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Kyrie Irving adjusting ‘from being a high PPG scorer, being stat-dominated’ to ‘environment where the best thing for us is to care about the team’

Difference between Cavaliers and Celtics?

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Rumor: Avery Johnson discussed as Cavaliers’ next coach

Would former Mavericks and Nets coach leave Alabama?

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Neal off to an ice-cold start with Flames

Just two goals and three points in 13 games. What gives?

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Report: Timberwolves decline Justin Patton’s third-year option

Patton selected with pick acquired in Jimmy Butler trade

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NBA Power Rankings: Warriors, undefeated Bucks top the list

Cleveland remains on the bottom, and will until they get a coach.

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Report: Timberwolves told Jimmy Butler to rest tonight, expect him to travel with team on road trip

Yeah, sure

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Predators get Rinne back heading into scary stretch

Nashville will be tested with six of seven games on the road.

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Report: Jimmy Butler holding out from Timberwolves

What happens now?

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Report: Raptors declining Malachi Richardson’s fourth-year option

Too expensive for next season with Kawhi Leonard possibly returning

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Cavaliers interim coach Larry Drew says he won’t quit

Drew says Cleveland will probably hire new coach, return him to assistant role

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Breakup with Habs still sore subject for Radulov

He wasn't interested in talking to the Montreal media.

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Report: J.R. Smith considered leaving Cavaliers after they again pulled him from rotation

Cleveland a mess

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Young Blackhawks fan has the best Halloween 2018 costume

Luke Fanella and his Uncle Jim are a creative pair.

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PHT Morning Skate: Time for Rangers fire sale; Top 20 lines

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Penguins honor shooting victims with ceremony, special logo

The team held an 11-second moment of silence prior to a game against the New York Islanders in memory of the 11 lives lost in the shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue.

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Report: Cavaliers testing trade market for Kyle Korver again

Korver has stumbled and looked his age to start the season, not exactly helping his trade value.

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Three Things to Know: Rockets “lost our swagger,” brick shots on way to another loss

While the Rockets' defense has been the bigger problem through the first five games, Tuesday it was the offense.

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The Buzzer: Point’s five-point night; Hutton’s theivery

A career-night, a gaffe for the ages and Torts being Torts.

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Coyotes’ Stepan scores from his own blue line (Video)

Ugly. Very ugly.

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Patrick Beverley crashes into Russell Westbrook’s knees. Again. Westbrook was hot.

Police had to step onto the court to keep Westbrook and Beverley (and their teams) apart.

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Mike D’Antoni after Rockets’ latest loss: “Right now, we’re playing like crap”

"We've lost our swagger."

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Hartman’s brace keeps Predators atop NHL summit

Hartman collects first multi-goal game with the Predators in win.

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Lonzo Ball says he needs to “get engaged, more energy” on court

"Just not doing my job."

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What is Joakim Noah doing? “I’m staying ready and focused” if NBA team calls

That call is probably not coming.

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Hutton makes early case for save of the year

Paddle saves are the best saves.

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Larry Drew ‘very disappointed’ Cavaliers haven’t offered contract to be interim coach

Larry Drew wants more security and money before taking on a job where the team is built to lose a lot of games.

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WATCH LIVE: Golden Knights visit Predators on NBCSN

Coverage begins at 8 p.m. ET.

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Report: Suns will not pick up fourth-year option on Dragan Bender

He will be an unrestricted free agent next summer.

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Luck hasn’t been going Vegas Golden Knights’ way

A reversal of fortunes in their second year obscures some promising numbers.

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Steve Kerr said he didn’t even know about Klay Thompson chasing 3-point record at first

Kerr didn't want to run up the score, but he wasn't going to tell Thompson not to go for the record.

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Filip Forsberg is a bigger star than many realize

The catalyst of a Predators top line that is climbing the ranks.

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Report: Pistons declining Henry Ellenson’s fourth-year option

Who else will have rookie-scale options declined?

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We may soon see Sharks at their best

Joe Thornton returns, Erik Karlsson's mixed reviews, and more.

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PBT Podcast: What’s next for Ty Lue, Cavaliers, other coaches on hot seat early

Will Lue get another shot as a head coach somewhere?

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New father, Marcus Morris shows poise in big season for himself and Celtics

Forward off to strong start, but also fits into trade speculation

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Trade would be best for both Islanders, Ho-Sang

The two sides might be at the point of no return.

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Spurs to retire Manu Ginobili’s No. 20 in March

When San Antonio hosts Cavaliers

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ICYMI: Warriors respond to Josh Duhamel’s criticism by grooving to remix of Fergie’s All-Star national anthem

Fergie's ex-husband called Draymond Green a "prick"

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Report: Cleveland to host NBA All-Star Game

As soon as 2022

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Lakers star LeBron James: ‘You probably don’t want to be around when my patience runs out’

Lakers 2-5 after loss to Timberwolves

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Report: Wizards not considering firing Scott Brooks

Why is this leaked through anonymous sources?

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Tyronn Lue had one of the best-ever win-lose records for fired coach

Tyronn Lue is no stranger to the absurdity of a coach getting fired with an impressive record.

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Named interim coach by Cavaliers, Larry Drew says he’s not Cavaliers interim coach

So many issues in Cleveland

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Did Bucks play Giannis Antetokounmpo through concussion?

Antetokounmpo (concussion protocol) and Kawhi Leonard (rest) out for Bucks-Raptors

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Report: Tyronn Lue due about $15 million after Cavaliers fired him

Dan Gilbert clearly willing to pay multiple coaches

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Rick Pitino says he wants to become NBA head coach

Would Cavaliers hire him?

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Report: ‘Strong possibility’ Cavaliers star Kevin Love misses a month

Cleveland racing toward rock bottom

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Report: Cleveland to host NBA All-Star game

As soon as 2022

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NHL on NBCSN: Golden Knights, Predators meet in Smashville

Coverage begins at 8 p.m. ET.

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Lakers star LeBron James: ‘You probably don’t want to be around when my patience runs out’

Lakers 2-5 after loss to Timberwolves

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Parents of Humboldt victims put focus on mandatory seatbelts

Transport Canada announced in June that the department will require all newly built highway buses to have seatbelts by September 2020.

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PHT Morning Skate: Business trip for Panthers; Notre Dame, Michigan going outdoors

Tuesday's collection of links.

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Kevin Durant says he is not letting free agency speculation bother him this time

Kevin Durant has done this before. He’s been the guy at the center of the free agency speculation storm. A lot of players are unprepared for the ferocity of that story — they think the NBA is about the games, that the fans care more about those outcomes than free agency. That’s simply not true.

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Three Things to Know: Klay Thompson broke out of his slum, destroyed Bulls

Also, don't look now but the Kings are 4-3.

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The Buzzer: Walk with Elias (both of them)

Pettersson and Lindholm were fantastic on Monday.

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Trail Blazers use second-half charge to get past Pacers 103-93

The Portland Trail Blazers may not need to rely exclusively on their dynamic duo to throw scoring punches any longer.

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Klay Thompson hits NBA record 14 three-pointers, drops 52 on Bulls in blowout win

The Warriors scored 92 points — in the first half.

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Matthews-less Maple Leafs look clunky against Flames

The Flames dominated to a degree beyond the 3-1 score.

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Two suspensions in one week for Senators’ Borowiecki

This time he will sit three games.

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Departing Warriors owe $40 million for Oracle Arena renovations

An arbitrator says the Golden State Warriors must pay roughly $40 million for renovations.

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Noah Vonleh with poster dunk? It happened.

I didn't know he had this in him — and neither did Brooklyn's Jarrett Allen.

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Why did Cavaliers fire Tyronn Lue? “Disconnect” between playing youth, veterans

The GM/owner wanted to play the youth and "overachieve." Shocking that didn't work.

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Luster off undefeated Raptors vs. Bucks, both Leonard, Antetokounmpo out

This is no longer the early season measuring stick game we had hoped for. 

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Why there is reason to believe in the Coyotes

After another slow start the Arizona Coyotes are starting to look like a team that is getting it.

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Report: Wizards not considering firing Scott Brooks

Why is this leaked through anonymous sources?

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Tyronn Lue had one of best-ever won-lost records for fired coach

The LeBron James Effect repeatedly felt by Cavaliers coaches

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PHT Power Rankings: The early season NHL surprises and disappointments

Which early season surprises are for real, which early season disappointments will get back on track, which teams are we just not sure of? We attempt to answer all of those questions and more in the PHT Power Rankings. To the rankings!

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Named interim coach by Cavaliers, Larry Drew says he’s not Cavaliers interim coach

So many issues in Cleveland

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Did Bucks play Giannis Antetokounmpo through concussion?

Antetokounmpo (concussion protocol) and Kawhi Leonard (rest) out for Bucks-Raptors

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Report: Tyronn Lue due about $15 million after Cavaliers fired him

Dan Gilbert clearly willing to pay multiple coaches

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NHL, MGM Resorts enter into sports betting partnership

The NHL finally gets on board.

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Rick Pitino says he wants to become NBA head coach

Would Cavaliers hire him?

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Auston Matthews expected to miss a month with shoulder injury

Leafs, Matthews dealt a devastating blow.

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Report: ‘Strong possibility’ Cavaliers star Kevin Love misses a month

Cleveland racing toward rock bottom

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LeBron James is ready to take on Michael Jordan one-on-one

Obviously it can never happen, but I would watch LeBron vs. MJ in a heartbeat as opposed to Tiger vs. Phil. 

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PHT Morning Skate: The Dundon Effect; Laine eager for Finland show

Monday's collection of links.

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Three Things to Know: The 1-5 Wizards are worse than you think

Also, will the Cavaliers use the Lue firing to start the rebuild? Finally?

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The Buzzer: Lee shines again for Islanders, Martinez ends Kings’ streak

Timo Meier, Anders Lee, and Alec Martinez all starred for their teams on Sunday.

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Russell Westbrook, Paul George lead Thunder past Suns for first win

Phoenix was on the second game of a back-to-back and was missing its leading scorer. OKC did not care.

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Aberg’s incredible goal not enough as Ducks again leave Gibson out to dry

Not even this amazing goal was enough to help the Ducks get a win on Sunday night.

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Senators’ Borowiecki ejected in return from suspension

He was just suspended one game for elbowing.

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Russell Westbrook tries to trade shoe for slice of pizza with young fan (kid kept pizza)

As long as it wasn't a "Hawaiian" pizza with pineapple, I'm good with that trade.

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Stephen Curry sets records for consecutive games with at least five 3s, Warriors beat Nets

Curry has made at least five 3s in all seven games, breaking George McCloud's record of six games in a row during

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More McDavid magic as Oilers keep winning

He is also getting some help from his teammates.

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Reports: Larry Drew hesitant to take on Cavaliers’ “interim coach” title without longer deal

Tyronn Lue is out in Cleveland, the scapegoat for an organization trying to walk an impossibly-fine line of rebuilding while winning (with a roster that really does neither well). While the Cavaliers were not playing well, when you remove the best player of a generation and the guy who set the culture for the organization,

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Before Warriors take on Nets, Steve Kerr talks gun control in wake of synagogue shooting

"Nobody in this country should have a semiautomatic weapon of war."

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Magic Johnson jokes he’s going to land another superstar next summer

Lakers fans hope he isn't joking.

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What is wrong with Patrik Laine?

Laine struggling out of the gate.

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Former players support Tyronn Lue after Cavaliers pull trigger early on firing

Lue released a classy statement thanking the Cavaliers.

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The end could be nigh for Kings’ coach John Stevens

A loss to the Rangers at home could be the final straw.

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Rajon Rondo passes up wide-open layup in final seconds of Lakers’ loss to Spurs

Rondo made a glaring crunch time mistake.

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Report: Cavaliers fire coach Tyrone Lue after 0-6 start

The Cavaliers have been the worst team in the NBA to start the season.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo takes elbow to head, was “probably knocked out,” Bucks win anyway

The Milwaukee Bucks proved they could thrive, at least temporarily, without their franchise player.

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Watch LeBron drop 35, move past Dirk Nowitzki for sixth on all-time scoring list

LeBron is just 217 points back of Wilt Chamberlain fifth.

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The Buzzer: Price shuts out Bruins, Grabner helps Coyotes rout Lightning

Big night for Carey Price, the Arizona Coyotes are on a roll, and Anders Lee leads the Islanders.

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Let’s look at Evgeni Malkin’s dominant start

He is very quietly once again one of the NHL's most dominant offensive players.

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Report: Eric Gordon “mandatory” for Minnesota in any Butler trade with Houston

The four-pick offer from Houston never made much sense but put Gordon in the mix and things get more interesting.

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Auston Matthews exits game with shoulder injury after big hit

He was hit by Winnipeg Jets defenseman Jacob Trouba.

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Bradley Beal, John Wall on Wizards: “We suck right now,” “Everybody on their own agenda”

"We got guys who’s worried about who’s getting shots... we should never worry about that.”

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Report: Lonzo Ball to keep Lakers’ starting job even with Rajon Rondo back

Lonzo Ball and Josh Hart have played their way into the starting lineup.

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Hedman expected to miss at least a week after crushing hit

Hedman set to miss at least three games.

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Warriors organization chill as rumors of Kevin Durant to the Knicks swirl

Kevin Durant could leave as a free agent in July, just don't expect the Warriors to spend season freaking out about it.

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Is the line of Rantanen, Landeskog and MacKinnon the NHL’s best?

The debate rages on.

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Watch the best of Stephen Curry’s hot start from three this season

Curry is aggressively looking for his shot early this young season in a way he did not the past couple of seasons.

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Raptors remain undefeated, beat Mavs 116-107 behind Kyle Lowry’s 20 points, 12 assists

With a strong start and a big finish, Kyle Lowry and the Toronto Raptors added to their perfect start.

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Rockets “going back to drawing board” on defensive scheme after 1-4 start

Houston is allowing 9.1 more points per 100 possessions than a season ago.

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Watch Kevin Durant score 25 in fourth, 41 overall in MSG as Warriors beat Knicks 128-100

If this is what Kevin Durant can do at Madison Square Garden, no wonder Knicks fans are so desperate for him to come to New York.

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The Buzzer: Rantanen continues to run roughshod on NHL

Rantanen cannot be stopped.

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Jrue Holiday jumper, ridiculous technical keep Pelicans undefeated

Solomon Hill sold a forearm to get an extra technical.

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DeMarcus Cousins ejected from Warriors game. From the bench.

This is not Cousins' first ejection, but did he earn it?

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Duchene scores in return to Colorado

Forward waves to fans, immediately scores.

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Hedman, Pacioretty forced from game after separate hits

Lightning lose Hedman, Golden Knights lose Pacioretty.

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Capitals’ Wilson set to appeal 20-game ban, again

Wilson set to appeal Bettman's ruling.

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Pistons guard Luke Kennard out 2 weeks with shoulder injury

Pistons guard Luke Kennard has an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder and he is expected to miss at least two weeks.

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Watch Jabari Parker freak out as he feels what’s inside a box (Robin Lopez’s head)

The Bulls, man

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Shocking: Tortorella misses the hate in ‘hugfest’ NHL

At least he basically admits to being a grumpy "dinosaur" about it.

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Tyreke Evans to miss Saturday game for being late to practice

The Pacers have an old-school, don't mess around culture.

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Doc Rivers: I wouldn’t still be coaching Clippers if Chris Paul, Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan remained

'We just needed change'

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This looks like the season Sebastian Aho becomes a household name

Yes, we're talking about the "forward version" with the Hurricanes.

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Kevin Durant: I wouldn’t have signed new minor-league contract out of high school

Warriors star went one-and-done from Texas

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Owner Tony Ressler takes blame for Hawks’ ‘total dysfunction:’ ‘I didn’t know what I was doing’

'There was only one schmuck in the room, and that was me'

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Ducks ask too much of Gibson, and Getzlaf isn’t happy

Anaheim is now on a four-game losing streak.

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Chauncey Billups: Former Pistons coach Larry Brown ‘choked’ in 2005 NBA Finals

Spurs' Robert Horry hit game-winning 3-pointer in Game 5 – with Billups on bench

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Oilers risk flubbing another high-end draft pick

Latest Jesse Puljujarvi headache: a healthy scratch.

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Former NHL President John Ziegler dies at 84

Ziegler was the NHL's fourth president, succeeding Clarence Campbell in 1977.

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Marcus Morris motivated to beat Paul George due to ‘disrespectful’ old commercial (video)

Morris helps Celtics top Thunder

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Duchene makes return to Colorado with Senators

Duchene was open about not wanting to be with the Avalanche when training camp started in 2017, saying he reported to the team to honor his contract.

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Report: Timberwolves reticent to accept Rockets’ four-first-rounder offer, which includes Brandon Knight and Marquese Chriss

Heat reportedly reengage Minnesota in trade talks

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As losses pile up, seat gets hotter for Blues’ Mike Yeo

Another loss ups the pressure on the head coach.

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Kevin Durant on billboard recruiting him to Knicks: ‘I’m not really impressed’

Warriors star fond of Madison Square Garden, though

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Canadiens using speed to overwhelm opponents

"I wouldn't say we're superstars, but everybody is working hard," Tomas Tatar said.

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Report: Most NBA executives expect Jimmy Butler trade saga to end by early next month

Will Timberwolves accept Rockets' offer?

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PHT Morning Skate: Kucherov on Panarin; Schmidt deal a win for both sides

Friday's collection of links.

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Orlando fan relentlessly heckles Damian Lillard, so angry Lillard drops 41 on Magic

"I told him at the end of the second quarter. I said, ‘We’re gonna see.’ And he kept going and talking, and we saw it.”

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Three Things to Know: LeBron James’ triple-double earns Lakers first significant win

Also, did Boston find it's offense in the second half Thursday?

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The Buzzer: Halak is back; Domi continues tear

Busy night in the NHL sees some strong goaltending and a lot of goals.

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Jayson Tatum throws down thunderous dunk on Paul George (VIDEO)

Boston has struggled on offense but the most assured way to score is by slamming it through the hoop.

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So what was going on with the scoreboard in that Blazers-Magic game?

For your own edification, the Blazers did not score 98 points in the first 15 minutes, nor did Orlando score 183 points.

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Tickets to Cavaliers games are selling for $2 on third party sites

Apparently you’ll get some change back from you $20 at Quicken Loans Arena.

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Crosby continues goal-scoring resurgence with another backhand beauty

Crosby casting spells on the NHL again.

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JaVale McGee says incorrect asthma concerns may have lowered his value

Apparently his asthma isn’t something we should be concerned about.

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Foster to help Blackhawks for some morning skates

Coach Quenneville said Foster was receptive when they told him about the opportunity.

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Billboard recruiting Kevin Durant goes up in New York. On Oct. 25.

The Warriors are in New York to face the Knicks Friday night.

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With 1-3 start, Rockets reportedly ramp up Jimmy Butler trade efforts again

Is four future first round picks going to work for Tom Thibodeau and the Timberwolves?

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Bulls’ Bobby Portis out 4-6 weeks with MCL sprain

Bulls coach Fred Hoiberg was giving Bobby Portis a real chance. He had started all four games for the Bulls this season and has averaged 10.5 points and 10 rebounds a night, although his efficiency has slipped. Still, he’s getting his chance… Or he was. Portis will be out 4-6 weeks with a sprained MCL

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Flames goalies: Blessed by Salt Bae?

Rittich, Smith, and one flashy chef.

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James Harden “highly doubtful” for Friday game with hamstring issue

He asked out of Wednesday night's game with a tight hamstring.

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No surprise: Bettman upholds Wilson’s 20-game suspension

Wilson can now appeal to an independent arbitrator.

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Fergie’s husband slams Draymond Green: ‘Real man’ would have apologized for reaction to All-Star national anthem

Josh Duhamel: 'I thought he was kind of a prick'

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Report: Andrew Wiggins sought, received money to play for Canadian national team

Canada didn't get much from Timberwolves wing in 2015 FIBA Americas

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Torts on Bobrovsky’s struggles: ‘Bob has not been Bob’

A brutal start to his contract year.

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Nets’ new, apparently Notorious B.I.G.-inspired, jerseys leak (photo)

Awesome

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Darling returns to Hurricanes as three-headed monster remains in net

Darling suffered a lower-body injury on Sept. 30.

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25 years after spurning NBA Jam, Michael Jordan invests in esports

A quarter century after being famously excluded from the cult favorite video game NBA Jam, Michael Jordan is investing in esports.

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Darius Miles details whirlwind with Clippers, depression after retirement

And he explains how he got head-tap celebration from Trevor Ariza

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Stephen Curry flips underhanded shot sky high after whistle… and makes it (video)

Warriors star couldn't miss against Wizards

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NHL addressing goalies’ issues with smaller chest protectors

The hope is to make goalies feel safe in chest protectors that are roughly an inch smaller and tighter to the body than past models.

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Carmelo Anthony yells ‘f— out of here, I got it’ then fumbles uncontested rebound out of bounds (video)

Rockets fall to Jazz

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PHT Morning Skate: Devils partner with William Hill; Housley’s future

Thursday's collection of links.

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Kawhi Leonard makes diving no-look steal (video)

Raptors beat Timberwolves

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Three Things to Know: Stephen Curry explodes for 51 points. Elsewhere, Lakers get first win.

Also Lakers get their first win of the season.

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Vegas signs suspended Nate Schmidt to $35.7 million deal

Schmidt was suspended 20 games last month for violating the NHL's performance-enhancing drug policy.

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Zach LaVine’s late heroics give him fourth straight 30-point game to open season, Bulls win

Watch LaVine lead Chicago past Hornets down the stretch (video)

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Pelicans call David Stern’s comments ‘inappropriate and inaccurate’

New Orleans heaps telling amount of praise onto Adam Silver

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LeBron James shoots back at Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim for Darius Bazley/agent comment

Boeheim in the wrong, per usual

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Markieff Morris fined for grabbing Seth Curry’s uniform from bench

Not enough

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NBA Commissioner Emeritus David Stern: ‘Dell Demps is a lousy general manager … and he may lose Anthony Davis’

Stern still trying to blame others for Chris Paul saga

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Report: Cavaliers told benched veterans team was going young, but now might reverse course

Cleveland seems directionless (or having too many directions)

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Stephen Curry scores 51 points with 11 3-pointers, sits entire fourth quarter (video)

Warriors beat Wizards

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The Buzzer: Bo knows goals

Why Wednesday was otherwise mostly a good night for goalies.

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Lightning stop Avs and their top line

At least, Tampa Bay technically did ...

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Pelicans to operate minor-league team in Birmingham, Alabama

The New Orleans Pelicans will field a G League team in Birmingham starting in the 2022-23 season.

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Canucks’ injury toll is getting ridiculous

Add Brock Boeser, Alex Edler, and maybe Sven Baertschi to a growing list.

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Zach LaVine’s late heroics give him fourth straight 30-point game to open season, Bulls win

Watch LaVine lead Chicago past Hornets down the stretch (video)

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Pelicans call David Stern’s comments ‘inappropriate and inaccurate’

New Orleans heaps telling amount of praise onto Adam Silver

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Tavares helps Leafs hold off ferocious Jets’ rally

Exciting stuff as Toronto wins 4-2.

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WATCH LIVE: Lightning visit Avalanche on NBCSN

Can the loaded Lightning slow down MacKinnon's deadly line?

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LeBron James shoots back at Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim for Darius Bazley/agent comment

Boeheim in the wrong, per usual

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Markieff Morris fined for grabbing Seth Curry’s uniform from bench

Not enough

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Testing the beautiful hockey mind of Jets’ Scheifele

The star center knows his stuff.

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NBA Commissioner Emeritus David Stern: ‘Dell Demps is a lousy general manager … and he may lose Anthony Davis’

Stern still trying to blame others for Chris Paul saga

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WATCH LIVE: Leafs visit Jets on Wednesday Night Hockey

Game time is 7 p.m. ET.

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Report: Cavaliers told benched veterans team was going young, but now might reverse course

Cleveland seems directionless (or having too many directions)

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Senators’ Borowiecki suspended one game for elbowing

He concussed Boston Bruins rookie defenseman Urho Vaakanainen on Tuesday night with an elbow to the face.

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Rumor: NBA executives expect Kevin Durant to leave Warriors, still watching Kyrie Irving

It's impossible to overstate this: Next summer's NBA free agency is going to be INSANE.

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Panthers, Kings putting themselves in holes they may not climb out of

It is not too early to worry about a slow start.

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Suns’ Josh Jackson was at Malice in the Palace, says he threw water bottle

"I am not going to lie. I threw a water bottle. Why? It’s my home team."

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Lightning road favorites on NHL odds for Wednesday at Colorado

The Tampa Bay Lightning are not only a fresher team as the visitors against the Colorado Avalanche, but they’re also a solid commodity as a road favorite. The Lightning, anchored by defenseman Victor Hedman, are the -140 road betting favorite  on the NHL odds with the host Colorado Avalanche coming back at +120 for Wednesday

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Devils’ Brian Boyle says his cancer is in remission

He was diagnosed with Chronic myeloid leukemia before the start of the 2017-18 NHL season.

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Lakers’ Luke Walton fined $15,000 for postgame rant about referees

He knew he was getting fined before the rant.

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Does Anthony Davis want out of New Orleans? Don’t be so sure…

I can think of 240 million reasons he may stay in the Big Easy.

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PHT Time Machine: When the Red Wings’ Russian Five wasn’t celebrated

They are remembered for being one of the greatest lines in NHL history, but they were not celebrated when they were first assembled.

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Musing about Hamilton’s slow start with Hurricanes

Why Hamilton should quarterback the top power-play unit.

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NBA Power Rankings: Toronto, Denver start fast, race to top

The Cavaliers... not so much with the fast start.

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Kings’ fans waving Jimmy Fallon face cutouts to distract shooters

This never happened to Johnny Carson. Or Jay Leno. It’s tradition in some arenas to waive strange big head cutouts behind the backboard to try to distract opposing shooters — the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man, Rosie O’Donnell, Albert Einstein, Donald Trump, Homer Simpson, Stewie Griffin, Payton Manning, and countless others have been “immortalized” this way. This

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Wednesday Night Hockey: Avs look to extend win streak vs. Lightning

The Avs' top line has been red hot.

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Wednesday Night Hockey: The Laine vs. Matthews debate

Game time is 7 p.m. ET.

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Joel Embiid on Andre Drummond: “I feel like I own a lot of real estate in his head”

Drummond then called out Embiid's flopping on Twitter.

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PHT Morning Skate: Lightning’s awesome penalty kill; Briere enjoying life as GM

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Check out Anthony Davis’ 34 point, 15 rebound, 5 block night vs. Clippers (VIDEO)

Anthony Davis is picking up this season right where he left off last season.

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Three Things to Know: Blake Griffin has been NBA’s hottest player so far

If it's not Griffin, it's Anthony Davis who is the game's hottest player in the first week.

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The Buzzer: Fischer’s hat trick lifts Coyotes, Price ties Roy, Saad arrives

The Arizona Coyotes looked great, Sidney Crosby scored his first two goals of the season in spectacular fashion, Carey Price climbs the Canadiens' all-time wins list, Brandon Saad had his best game of the season.

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Sidney Crosby makes emphatic statement in best player debate

Sidney Crosby would like to remind you he still might be the NHL's best player.

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Kris Dunn to miss 4-6 weeks for Bulls with knee injury

Cameron Payne time

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Rajon Rondo calls Chris Paul ‘horrible teammate,’ denies intentionally spitting on Rockets star

Lakers PG: 'They don't know how he treats people'

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Bucks owner: NBA would have forced team to leave Milwaukee if new arena not built

Marc Lasry says he and Wes Edens would have done 'everything we could to stay in Milwaukee'

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Lakers coach Luke Walton rips officiating: ‘I wasn’t going to say anything. I was going to save my money, but I just can’t anymore’

Cue rant

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LeBron James appears to call for timeout with Lakers out of them

LeBron denies

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Ostensibly on bench, Markieff Morris steps onto court and tugs Seth Curry’s shorts during play

Wizards beat Trail Blazers

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Joel Embiid flops, gets Andre Drummond ejected (VIDEO)

Is Embiid turning into the big man version of James Harden?

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Sharks storm back, stun Predators with late rally

The Predators had a two-goal lead with 10 minutes to play but let it slip away very quickly.

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Watch Blake Griffin hit game-winner in OT, grab 50 points (VIDEO)

Griffin's prior high-water mark was 47 points in a game against the Indiana Pacers in 2011.

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Report: Heat, Clippers, Mavericks, Rockets still looking to add Jimmy Butler

Much like the Kawhi Leonard situation last season in San Antonio, we could be waiting all season for something to happen on the Butler front.

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Bruins rookie Vaakanainen concussed by Borowiecki; Discipline coming?

It happened during a scramble in front of the Ottawa Senators' net.

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Prince-themed Timberwolves jerseys leak (PHOTOS)

The jerseys are of course based on Prince’s iconic "Purple Rain" 1984 album/film combo.

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WATCH LIVE: Winning streaks on the line as Predators host Sharks

Coverage begins at 8 p.m. ET.

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Ben Simmons out for 76ers against Pistons with back tightness

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons is out Tuesday night against the Detroit Pistons because of back tightness.

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Galchenyuk could really tie Coyotes’ offense together

He'll finally play his first game for Arizona against Columbus tonight.

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Indiana museum to tell story of basketball great Larry Bird

A museum is being planned to tell the story of basketball great Larry Bird, an Indiana native.

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Bulls: Kris Dunn to miss 4-6 weeks with knee injury

Cameron Payne time

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Rusev and Lana turn Predators stars into WWE superstars

Ryan Johansen and Roman Josi learn how to "show a little peck bounce."

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Too early to panic about Lakers, but this is a flawed team

“We’re going to continue to get better. I like the direction we’re going in.” — LeBron James

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Rajon Rondo calls Chris Paul ‘horrible teammate,’ denies intentionally spitting on Rockets star

Lakers PG: 'They don't know how he treats people'

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Blues keep finding ways to lose

"We're playing in the third period like we're scared to lose the game," Jake Allen said.

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Bucks owner: NBA would have forced team to leave Milwaukee if new arena not built

Marc Lasry says he and Wes Edens would have done 'everything we could to stay in Milwaukee'

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Crosby looking to jump-start offense vs. McDavid, Oilers

Would be a great time for his first goal of the season ...

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Laker fan drains halfcourt shot… but security shuts down celebration with team

He still gets $30,000, it could be worse.

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Jack Eichel on Sabres’ changes, Dahlin, life as a top pick (PHT Q&A)

We spoke with Eichel about the changes in Buffalo, Rasmus Dahlin and USA Hockey.

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Lakers coach Luke Walton rips officiating: ‘I wasn’t going to say anything. I was going to save my money, but I just can’t anymore’

Cue rant

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LeBron James appears to call for timeout with Lakers out of them (video)

LeBron denies

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NHL on NBCSN: Predators, Sharks aim to extend winning streaks

Predators looking to keep hot start going against surging Sharks.

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Ostensibly on bench, Markieff Morris steps onto court and tugs Seth Curry’s shorts during play (video)

Wizards beat Trail Blazers

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Check out Maurice Harkless’ Tyrone Biggums of the “Chapelle’s Show” Halloween costume

Lillard dressed as Stone Cold Steve Austin.

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PHT Morning Skate: Best still to come for MacKinnon; Crosby vs. McDavid set for showdown

Tuesday's collection of links.

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Three Things to Know: Boston’s offense lacks any magic in loss to Orlando

A good night for Markieff Morris is a good night for everybody (except the Blazers, this time).

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Poor defense, Patty Mills game-winner keep LeBron James, Lakers winless

LeBron James forced overtime with a clutch three, but missed his missed free throws in OT cost the team dearly.

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The Buzzer: Ovechkin already at 8

Breaking down Monday's four NHL games.

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Boston offense stumbles, Orlando’s Nikola Vucevic scores 24 in Magic upset win

Orlando Magic survived two 3-point attempts by Boston in the closing seconds to win 93-90.

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Flyers can’t stop Avalanche’s red-hot top line, either

MacKinnon, Rantanen, and Landeskog powered a 4-1 win for Colorado.

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Watch Stephen Curry get the volleyball set assist from his mom during warmups

Sonya Curry is a nice setter, apparently.

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Warriors say DeMarcus Cousins making “good progress,” will participate in part of practice soon

He's a long way from stepping onto a court for a game, but he's making progress.

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Report: Nuggets’ starter Will Barton out 5-6 weeks with surgery to repair groin muscle

He has averaged 16.5 points per game and is shooting 55.6 percent from three through three games.

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Draymond Green on Lakers-Rockets suspensions: ‘Garbage,’ ‘A little bit of a double standard’

Warriors star still thinking about his 2016 NBA Finals suspension

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PBT Podcast: Three key early season impressions

Pace and scoring are up, that is the big takeaway.

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Lakers’ Brandon Ingram says he expected longer suspension

Was NBA penalty too lenient?

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Seth Jones return reunites one of NHL’s top defense pairs

The Columbus Blue Jackets will be getting one of their best players back on Tuesday night.

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Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Anthony Kiedis escorted from courtside seat for screaming at Chris Paul after fight (video)

Lots of beef

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KHL player maintains rep, scores again from center ice (Video)

Kuteikin scored three times during the 2017 KHL playoffs from center ice.

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Timberwolves president Tom Thibodeau on Derrick Rose: ‘As long as he’s healthy, he’ll be one of the best players in the league’

Umm…

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Bulls sign Shaquille Harrison, waive Omer Asik

Will Bulls waive Asik's salary?

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PHT Power Rankings: Best starts to 2018-19 NHL season

We look at the best individual starts to the 2018-19 NHL season and the best one is not from the players you might be thinking of.

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Report: Darius Bazley, who’s sitting out awaiting draft, receives $1 million guaranteed on shoe contract

Bazley, who initially planned to attend Syracuse, could earn $14 million

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Gary Harris can’t contain smirk after getting away with fouling Kevin Durant (video)

Nuggets beat Warriors

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Report: Rajon Rondo’s girlfriend confronted Chris Paul’s wife if stands after on-court fight

Including shove?

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Can Atlantic Division teams keep rolling?

They currently have five teams in position to make the playoffs.

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Sixers play ‘Mo Bamba’ song after Joel Embiid dunks on Magic rookie (VIDEO)

Is this a result of Embiid's sense of humor?

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PHT Morning Skate: Wang’s legacy; Should Oilers keep Bouchard?

Monday's collection of links.

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Kemba Walker sets NBA record with 19 made 3-pointers in first three games

There was a stretch last season spanning four games when Charlotte's Kemba Walker missed 16 consecutive attempts from 3-point range.

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Three Things to Know: Trae Young is legit, people. Just ask the Cavaliers.

Also, the Thunder get Russell Westbrook back and still lose.

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The Buzzer: Lightning dominate, Sabres rally and Gaudreau shines

The Chicago Blackhawks and Anaheim Ducks struggled defensively, Johnny Gaudreau was outstanding for the Calgary Flames, and the Buffalo Sabres rallied for a big win.

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Mike D’Antoni on Chris Paul suspension: ‘What is he supposed to do?’ (VIDEO)

It feels like something approaching double digits for both Ingram and Rondo seems like it would have been more appropriate.

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Juancho Hernangomez bats game-clinching block to beat Warriors (VIDEO)

We all knew the Denver Nuggets were going to be exciting this season.

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Blackhawks’ defense still has long way to go

They were completely overwhelmed by a superior, faster team on Sunday night.

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Ducks retire Paul Kariya’s No. 9

The Ducks honored the career of their first superstar on Sunday night.

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Kyle Lowry on DeMar DeRozan handshake routine: ‘He’s my best friend’ (VIDEO)

Lowry continues to do the same routine. The only difference? DeRozan isn't there to help dap up Lowry.

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NBA confirms Rajon Rondo spit at Chris Paul, hands out suspensions after fight

The final suspension tally was four games for Brandon Ingram, three for Rajon Rondo, and two for Chris Paul.

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Russell Westbrook wears Craig Sager-inspired Jordan 1s (PHOTOS)

Westbrook's shoes paid fitting homage to Sager's sartorial flair.

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Maple Leafs looking for their ‘mojo’ after back-to-back losses

Leafs struggling to score 5v5 and it's showing in their recent results.

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Watch Karl-Anthony Towns miss a free throw as Mavs fans chant “Jimmy Butler!” (VIDEO)

Things continue to be weird in Minnesota, and this odd homeostasis can't last for long.

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Kings hold closed-door meeting after latest embarrassing loss

The Kings simply need to be better in every area.

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Video appears to show Rajon Rondo spitting at Chris Paul

If Rondo did spit on CP3 it could mean harsher punishment for the Los Angeles Lakers guard.

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Check out Nikola Jokick’s perfect shooting triple-double (VIDEO)

Jokic was 11-of-11 shooting and had zero turnovers.

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Charles Wang, former New York Islanders owner, dies at 74

He was the majority owner until 2016 and since then had been a minority co-owner.

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Report: Knicks’ rookie Kevin Knox out 2-4 weeks with sprained ankle

This is a blow to the watchability of the Knicks for a few weeks.

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Kyrie Irving on if he hadn’t chosen Boston, “New York held a special place for me”

Now Kyrie Irving is just teasing Knicks fans. While he was reportedly New York’s top free agent target,Irving announced he will re-sign with Boston when he becomes a free agent next summer. He’s not looking around, not shopping his talents, not talking to the Knicks. That’s why he was greeted with some boos when introduced

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The Buzzer: Red Wings win; Laviolette lost a bet

Breaking down a busy Saturday in the NHL.

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Chris Paul, Rajon Rondo, Brandon Ingram all ejected for punches-thrown fight

LOS ANGELES — It’s the second game of the season and players reaction like it was May. Or June. Emotions were running high between the Lakers and Rockets all night. Los Angeles’ Brandon Ingram was particularly frustrated with James Harden drawing foul calls (welcome to a big club, Brandon) and after Harden drew another with 4:13

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C.J. McCollum breaks Bryn Forbes ankles, drains three, Blazers bench LOVES it

Damn, that's cold.

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Blackhawks saw ‘vintage’ Crawford in tonight’s win

Chicago isn't exactly easing him back into the action.

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Watch J.J. Redick’s game-winning three, it lifts 76ers past Magic 116-115

JJ Redick hit a 3-pointer with 17 seconds left to lift the Philadelphia 76ers over the Orlando Magic 116-115 on Saturday night.

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Young guys out: Sixers’ Ben Simmons, Knicks’ Kevin Knox leave games with (hopefully) minor injuries

When the team's young star goes down an entire fan base holds their breath.

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Concussion worries loom as Predators put Rinne on IR

Reigning Vezina-winner left Friday after a collision with teammate Kevin Fiala.

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Avs’ MacKinnon belongs in best in NHL conversation

He is not that far behind McDavid, Crosby, and other top stars.

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Grizzlies’ starter JaMychal Green suffers broken jaw, has surgery, out at least 4 weeks

Rookie Jaren Jackson Jr. likely moves into the starting lineup.

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Maintenance rest starts early: Kawhi Leonard, Gordon Hayward, Jimmy Butler all out Saturday

Hayward and Leonard are coming off lost seasons due to injury, and Butler basically had no training camp.

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Lakers’ James to make home debut against Rockets tonight

James said he and his new teammates are still going through a feeling-out period.

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Raptors’ pregame video on Canadian broadcast is group therapy session for Toronto

Letting go of the past, not worrying about the future, and living in the moment is always good advice.

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Watch highlights of Pelican’s franchise-record 149 point blowout of Kings

Anthony Davis has averaged 28.5 points per game so far.

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Report: Negotiations to drop one-and-done at standstill over pre-draft issues

Teams want access to medical reports and agents already don't share that with every team.

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Who’s hockey’s best? McDavid, Matthews, Crosby stir debate

McDavid or Matthews? Matthews or McDavid?

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PHT Roundtable: Early-season surprises, stand-out stats

Which surprise team can maintain its early-season success?

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Jimmy Butler on hearing boos to start, M-V-P chants later, “I love it. I love it.”

Jimmy Butler knew it was coming. Request a trade out of town and of course the fans are going to boo. Butler also said he thought he could win them over if he just played hard like always. That’s the script that played out. Butler was booed loudly when he was announced — although not

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Coaches win appeal against ban for removing medals at worlds

They faced bans of two or three games at the 2019 junior worlds.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kris Middleton help Bucks beat Pacers 118-101

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 26 points and 15 rebounds and the Bucks picked up a big win over the Pacers.

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Jonas Jerebko? Yes, Jonas Jerebko with game-winner for Warriors

Obviously, the Warriors picked up Jerebko this summer to be their go-to player in the clutch.

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Kawhi Leonard hears MVP chants, plays like it with 31 points, leads Raptors past Celtics 113-101

Kawhi Leonard had 31 points and 10 rebounds.

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Watch Caris LeVert’s game-winning layup lifting Nets over Knicks 107-105

Caris LeVert's driving layup with a second left gave him a career-high 28 points and the Brooklyn Nets their first victory of the season, 107-105 over the New York Knicks on Friday night.

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The Buzzer: Huberdeau shootout hero for Panthers; Saros to the rescue

A look at Friday night's NHL action.

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Dubnyk leads Wild during 3-1 win over Stars

Dubnyk stopped 24 shots in the second period.

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WNBA veteran Chasity Melvin joins Hornets’ G-League team coaching staff

Chasity Melvin has been hired by the Charlotte Hornets' G League team, the Greensboro Swarm, as an assistant coach.

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Coyotes’ Dvorak sidelined indefinitely by torn pectoral

Dvorak has injured last week during a rehab skate for an unrelated injury.

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Timberwolves fans boo Jimmy Butler, Tom Thibodeau at home opener

Coach/GM Tom Thibodeau appeared to get louder boos than Jimmy Butler.

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Mike D’Antoni on Rockets’ defense: “I don’t see it like falling so far off. I don’t see it.”

"I think we’re even deeper this year, so we can have fresher guys on the floor."

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WATCH LIVE: Wild visit Stars on NBCSN

Coverage begins at 8 p.m. ET.

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Russell Westbrook out vs. Clippers Friday night, second game he’s missed

He could be back Sunday vs. Sacramento.

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Golden Knights make big gamble on Alex Tuch

A seven-year, $33.25M extension for a largely unproven forward.

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Rolling chair hockey, fat cartwheels as Dallas Stars face Dude Perfect

Fun stuff featuring Jamie Benn, Tyler Seguin, and John Klingberg.

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Reviewing Erik Karlsson’s start with Sharks

Going deeper than zero goals, four assists in seven games ...

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LeBron James: Team chemistry not “like instant oatmeal. It is not that fast.”

When will the Lakers' start to develop real team chemistry? "Um, not as fast as you guys think it's going to happen."

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Shirtless man berates Bulls center Cristiano Felicio on Philadelphia street: ‘You ain’t no Michael Jordan’

Well

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Steve Kerr: “I support Colin Kaepernick 100 percent,” says true patriotism is helping others

""I believe patriotism is about doing something good for others, for other Americans."

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PHT on Fantasy Hockey: Add them while you still can

Pondering players who are widely available or mostly taken: who should you add?

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Anthony Davis wants to be great player on great team ‘every year. Not every other year. Not every few years. Every year’

Pelicans star eyes LeBron James' level

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Cavaliers officials reportedly joke about LeBron James: ‘The tread is off his tires’

Do they see some truth behind that joke?

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Jeanie Buss: Phil Jackson fired by Knicks because ‘people close to you will take the knife and put it in your back’

She's talking about Steve Mills, right?

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Mikko Rantanen turning into ‘driving force’ for Avalanche

Rantanen is the current NHL assist leader.

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NHL on NBCSN: Stars look to get back to winning ways vs. Wild

Stars looking to end skid against Wild on NBCSN.

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Report: Knicks, Lakers, Clippers will pursue Kevin Durant in free agency

Will Warriors hold them off?

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Report: Jimmy Butler trade talks ‘mostly dormant’

Is Butler OK with that?

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Watch Kelly Olynyk’s game-winning putback with 0.2 seconds left for Miami

Washington missed Dwight Howard in this one.

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PHT Morning Skate: McDavid or Matthews?; Goalie concussion concern

Friday's collection of links.

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Three Things to Know: Will Lakers’ lack of shooting spoil more than LeBron’s debut?

Every day in the NBA there is a lot to unpack, so every weekday morning throughout the season we will give you the three things you need to know from the last 24 hours in the NBA. 1) Lakers’ shooting clanks off rim, ruins LeBron James’ Laker debut. Will it ruin more? Since the day

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LeBron James dunks way to 26, but Lakers have long way to go, drop opener in Portland

The Lakers' lack of shooting — 7-of-30 from three — and continuity were the big problems.

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Ben Simmons triple-double, Joel Embiid’s 30 leads 76ers past Bulls 127-108

Markelle Fultz heard 20,000 Philadelphia 76ers fans exhort him to shoot each time he touched the ball.

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The Buzzer: Murray shuts out Leafs; Raanta spoils Crawford’s return

The Pittsburgh Penguins cooled off the Toronto Maple Leafs, we saw a couple of hat tricks, some big name goalies returned to the lineup for their teams.

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Connor McDavid ruined the Bruins’ overtime

The best player in the world did it again.

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Ben Simmons racked up his first triple-double of season in three quarters

There also was a Markelle Fultz pull-up three that fell — everything is going the Sixers way.

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Toronto’s early goalie pull backfires with Kadri own goal

This is not what Nazem Kadri intended to do.

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Kobe Bryant: “The Lakers are going to surprise a lot of people,” make playoffs

Kobe likes the toughness, grittiness of the Lakers.

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Watch Blue Jackets score two ridiculous highlight reel goals against Flyers

These goals are works of art.

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NBA revamps website dedicated to providing officiating info

The NBA is getting even more transparent about the calls its officials make.

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Steve Kerr on military displays at games: “Sometimes, it’s really inspiring… sometimes it feels like we’re being patronized”

Kerr also discusses his nuanced view on coaches speaking out on politics.

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Did Suns deserve all 35 of their assists? (video)

I'm not sure whether Phoenix or assist standards are the problem

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Red Wings GM Holland isn’t ‘looking over his shoulder’ regarding Yzerman

Should he, though?

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LeBron James set to make debut for Lakers at Trail Blazers tonight

It will be a happening.

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Report: Clippers “have a better than not chance of getting” Kawhi Leonard next summer

The Leonard to the Clippers buzz has been growing around the league.

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Penguins – Maple Leafs is about as fun as it gets

Unless you're a goalie or defensive-minded coach ...

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Paul George: I would have signed with Lakers if Pacers didn’t trade me to Thunder

George: 'I wanted to play in L.A. That is where I wanted to go'

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Looking at Johnny Gaudreau’s career, 100 goals in

The 25-year-old has been a deadly scorer since his first game in the NHL.

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Pistons play recording of Aretha Franklin’s national anthem while spotlighting open microphone at center court (video)

Powerful moment in Detroit

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NBA’s minor league to offer $125,000 salaries to not-yet-draft-eligible 18-year-olds

A half-measure instead of just changing age limit

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Blackhawks finally get Crawford back

Crawford faces challenges in returning to full-strength, though.

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Wesley Matthews throws inbound pass (video)

Mavericks fall to Suns

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Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews on Tavares, learning to win (PHT Q&A)

Matthews is off to red-hot start with 10 goals in seven games.

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Anthony Davis challenging Michael Jordan as best opening-game player on record

Pelicans star dominated win over Rockets

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PBT Extra: Boston can be team to dethrone Golden State Warriors

A Golden State title is not inevitable.

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NWHL Commish: 1 women’s hockey league ‘inevitable’

The investor-funded NWHL has provided a framework for how a pro women's league can function, but most observers agree that two leagues competing for the same talent pool and limited financial resources isn't going to last - or help the game grow.

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PHT Morning Skate: Ducks sign Ritchie; Capitals’ faceoff woes

Thursday's collection of links.

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Boban Marjanovic dunks so hard (with his feet touching floor!), rim must be checked for levelness (video)

Clippers fall to Nuggets

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Wickenheiser, Pegula reflect NHL’s trend toward diversity

Wickenheiser has long criticized the NHL's lack of diversity, especially when it comes to hiring women as compared with North America's other major professional sports.

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Three Things to Know: Deandre Ayton outduels Luka Doncic in rookie showdown

Doncic showed flashes, but the offensive game came easier to Ayton in the opener.

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The Buzzer: Gallagher’s dagger

Breaking down Wednesday's four games, including a big Blues blunder.

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Flames extinguish Bruins’ hot streak

"The 3M Line" made the ultimate difference.

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Anthony Davis-led Pelicans trash Rockets in opener

Anthony Davis couldn't help but notice James Harden's freshly minted MVP trophy sitting at midcourt before a ceremony during warmups on Wednesday night.

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Knicks miss first nine shots then fan hits half-courter for $10k (video)

Knicks rally to beat Hawks afterward

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Kobe Bryant dropped from film festival after backlash due to his 2003 rape charge

Petition generated 159 signatures

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Day at Ovechkin’s office: Capitals edge Rangers in OT

Matt Niskanen ends what was a battle of power plays.

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Will NHL reduce Tom Wilson’s 20-game suspension?

Bob McKenzie provides some insight as Wilson's hearing is set for Thursday.

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WATCH LIVE: Bruins visit Flames on NBCSN

Wednesday's doubleheader continues with a bout between two red-hot teams.

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Blake Griffin’s dunk attempt stuffed by Jarrett Allen. Again (video)

Nets center keeps tormenting Pistons star

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Contract talks: Nylander and Leafs meet; Rinne’s future with Predators

Bob McKenzie discusses some key situations for contenders.

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Kevin Durant’s brother says Instagram comment wasn’t about star leaving Warriors this summer

What does “Filling the hand up before we get outta here!” mean?

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Report: Tom Thibodeau raised asking price for Jimmy Butler after infamous practice

After sitting out while awaiting a trade rehabbing after injuring his wrist, Jimmy Butler practiced with the Timberwolves for the first time last week. He reportedly showed up late, talked a ton of trash and led third-stringers to a win over the starters then left early. Amidst widespread speculation they had to trade Butler after that, the Tom Thibodeau-run Timberwolves put

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WATCH LIVE: Rangers visit Capitals on NBCSN

Catch all of the action on NBCSN or on our live stream starting at 7 p.m. ET.

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Russell Westbrook sneak-snacking steals show on NBA’s opening night (video)

Thunder star so meme-able

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Panthers’ Matheson disappointed with suspension, but understands it

The Panthers defender spoke for the first time since he was suspended two games, sharing his thoughts on the decision.

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Joel Embiid on 76ers-Celtics: ‘This is not a rivalry … They always kick our ass’

Hard to argue

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Vinsanity grinds into a 21st season, rare company in the NBA

Vince Carter feels like a 20-something again.

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Kyle Palmieri, the other forward Ray Shero stole for the Devils

He is not quite as good as Taylor Hall, but Kyle Palmieri has turned out to be a steal for the New Jersey Devils.

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Nuggets agree to contract extension with coach Mike Malone

He was considered a coach who could be on the hot seat if Denver started slowly. Not any more.

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‘It’s just a matter of time’ for Sidney Crosby to get going offensively

This is only the third time in his career he has gone five games to start the season without scoring a goal.

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Kevin Durant already tired of free agency rumors: ‘Don’t ask me every time you see me’

“I just want people to focus on basketball. Focus on what goes on the court."

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Capitals strong favorites on Wednesday Night Hockey

Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals will need to beat a division rival by a healthy margin to provide betting value on Wednesday. The Capitals are a -300 favorite on the Wednesday NHL odds with the New York Rangers, who are on the second leg of back-to-back games, coming back at +240 at sportsbooks monitored

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Senators lose prized rookie Tkachuk for one month due to torn ligament

He has been one of the bright spots for the surprising Ottawa Senators.

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No contract extension for Kristaps Porzingis, is that a problem? Depends…

The move frees up $10 million more to chase free agents, but is Porzingis good with it?

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Nets’ DeMarre Carroll has ankle surgery on eve of season

Brooklyn Nets forward DeMarre Carroll has undergone right ankle surgery and will miss the start of the season.

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PBT Extra: Five players to watch in NBA’s MVP race

The race feels wide open this year.

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Wednesday Night Hockey: Rangers vs. Capitals; Bruins vs. Flames

Can the Capitals end their two-game slide?

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Warriors reveal reversible championship rings (VIDEO)

A ring with 74 diamonds in it and a twist-off top is just wild.

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PHT Morning Skate: Matthews not on McDavid’s level; Red Wings’ Svechnikov out for season

Wednesday's collection of links.

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Glen Taylor says Tom Thibodeau’s job isn’t in danger

Things have quickly gone south under his watch, and many are calling for his firing from the outside.

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Three Things to Know: Jayson Tatum is a star. Markelle Fultz…

Also, Dennis Schroder is going to be good for the OKC bench.

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Warriors get rings, still have Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and that’s too much for OKC

Stephen Curry had 32 points and looked sharp running the pick-and-roll.

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The Buzzer: Shattenkirk’s redemption, McDavid’s heroics, Karlsson’s breakout

It was an eventful night around the NHL with big nights from Connor McDavid, Kevin Shattenkirk, Tyler Johnson, William Karlsson and Kyle Palmieri.

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Connor McDavid took over and stole win for Oilers by himself

He took matters into his own hands.

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Coyotes historically bad offensive start continues in loss to Wild

They have only scored three goals in their first five games this season.

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Future of Paul Allen’s sports holdings, including Blazers, remains unclear

Paul Allen's love was basketball and he delved into professional football out of loyalty to his hometown Seattle.

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Celtics show they’re the class of the East in season-opening win vs. 76ers

Boston's defensive prowess was once again front-and-center as the 76ers struggled to shoot the ball.

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Watch Jaylen Brown throw down massive dunk on Joel Embiid (VIDEO)

So glad NBA basketball is back.

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Report: Patrick McCaw will skip first Warriors game, championship ring ceremony

Most folks have been left scratching their head about McCaw’s self-valuation heading into 2019.

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Kevin Garnett says Glen Taylor ‘doesn’t know s—t about basketball’ (VIDEO)

Garnett has not kept his opinion quiet during the Jimmy Butler trade saga.

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NBA rosters have 108 international players from 42 different countries

NBA rosters have players from a record-tying 42 countries and territories to open this season.

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WATCH LIVE: Coyotes visit Wild on NBCSN

Coverage begins at 8 p.m. ET.

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Steve Kerr on Warriors’ partnership with Rock The Vote, it’s about “the power of the vote”

"We have these principles that are supposed to hold us up. But we’re the ones who hold the principles up, through voting."

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David Quinn bringing ‘different energy’ to Rangers

"I think probably his biggest asset is how well he’s able to relate to players, relate to people."

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Kovalchuk hasn’t cured Kings’ power play yet

Los Angeles is currently on an 0-for-21 drought to start the season.

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Warriors tip-off bittersweet final season in Oakland with title celebration

If anybody understands an arena's link to a city, to a faithful fan base, Kevin Durant does.

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Grading every NBA team’s 2018 offseason

From Lakers to Cavaliers

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More feuds, more personality means more fun for NHL

Hockey players are coming out of their shells, and it is glorious.

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Wizards hire WNBA All-Star Kristi Toliver as assistant coach

Tony Brown, Robert Pack and Ryan Richman to be Scott Brooks' top assistants

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Vince Carter to be second-oldest opening-game starter ever

Carter will start alongside Hawks PG Trae Young, who wasn't even born when Carter was drafted

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Austin Rivers: Everybody, ‘so f—ing gassed up on the Celtics and the Sixers,’ overlooking Wizards and Pacers

More big talk from Washington

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The changing face (and pace) of NHL underdogs

Are the Canadiens following the Devils' and Avs' lead toward speed?

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Report: Klay Thompson doesn’t plan to give Warriors discount

Most indications remain he'll re-sign, though

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Spurs waive Manu Ginobili, will likely continue paying him into retirement

The Tim Duncan treatment

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Clippers biding their time until star hunt

Grading the Los Angeles Clippers' offseason

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NHL on NBCSN: Coyotes hoping goals start coming as they visit Wild

Livestream coverage begins at 8 p.m. ET.

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Timberwolves in turmoil

Grading the Minnesota Timberwolves' offseason

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NHL stays with status quo as Canada pot legalization looms

Canada on Wednesday will become the largest country in the world to legalize recreational marijuana.

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PHT Morning Skate: Crawford close to return; draft steal Rielly

Tuesday's collection of links.

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NBA Power Rankings: The rankings are back and the Warriors are still on top

What team starts the season on the bottom? Sorry Atlanta...

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Bradley Beal admits he gained 20 pounds of sympathy weight with pregnant partner last year

"It was just pizza and ice cream. That’s all we ate."

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Devin Booker to play in Suns’ opener Wednesday

He had offseason hand surgery and has been working hard to be ready for the opener.

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The Buzzer: Tatar’s three-point night; Matthews makes more history

A look at Monday's NHL action.

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Portland, NBA community react to passing of Paul Allen

He will be missed.

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Russell Westbrook listed as out for season opener vs. Warriors

Andre Roberson is also out, Steven Adams is questionable.

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Alvin Gentry: Pelicans wouldn’t trade Anthony Davis for anyone – ‘not even Beyonce’

I'd trade Davis for at least one NBA player, probably a couple more

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Paul Allen, long-time owner of Portland Trail Blazers, dies after battle with cancer

He bought the Trail Blazers in 1988 for $70 million, it is now worth an estimated $1.3 billion.

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Panthers’ Matheson suspended two games for slamming Pettersson to ice

Matheson will be eligible to return Saturday.

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Larry Nance Jr., Cavaliers reportedly agree to four-year, $45 million contract extension

This is a good deal that both sides wanted to happen.

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Crosby, MacKinnon surprise Kenyan hockey team (Video)

These Kenyan hockey players were in for a big surprise.

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Alex DeBrincat is Blackhawks’ next rising star

The lesson again should be to never let a players size stand in the way of selecting them.

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Jodie Meeks set to dodge nearly $600k in suspension penalty with trade from Wizards to Bucks

Washington sends pick and cash to Milwaukee, which will waive Meeks

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Report: Pacers, Myles Turner agree to four-year, $80 million extension

Indiana cuts into 2019 cap space

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Golden Knights’ Stastny could miss up to two months

He was only thought to be sidelined for three games.

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Report: Clippers trading Wesley Johnson to Pelicans for Alexis Ajinca

Clippers also reportedly waiving Jawun Evans

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PBT Podcast: MVP, Rookie of Year, other awards plus NBA playoffs, Finals predictions

Will James Harden repeat as MVP or will someone else — LeBron James, Anthony Davis — grab the award away from him?

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PHT Power Rankings: Making sense of early NHL noise

The early season results are important, but they can also be misleading.

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Report: Suns signing Jamal Crawford

He's not their point guard, is he?

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Pens’ Justin Schultz out four months with fractured leg

The Penguins need someone to step up on the back end.

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Charles Barkley says he hasn’t worn underwear in a decade (video)

OK

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Knicks stress patience then indulge impatient tendencies by stretching Joakim Noah

Grading the New York Knicks' offseason

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What’s behind Hurricanes’ early-season success?

The Hurricanes are one of the NHL's early-season surprises.

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Jimmy Butler expects, welcomes boos from Timberwolves fans

Minnesota hosts Cavaliers on Friday

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PBT Predictions: Who makes playoffs, who makes Finals, who wins it all

Can any team knock off the Warriors?

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PHT Morning Skate: Pastrnak’s rise to superstardom; Gritty now in costume form

Monday's collection of links.

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Report: Jimmy Butler and Glen Taylor come to agreement about playing, future trade

Butler will apparently play for the Wolves while owner Taylor continues to search for a trade.

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Dywane Wade gave Kevin Hart a toddler-sized Heat jersey (VIDEO)

Looks like Kevin is the comedian but Dwyane’s the one who got jokes.

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The Buzzer: Brossoit leads Jets; Palmieri’s historic double

A look at Sunday's NHL action.

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Ben Wallace says he battled depression in years following retirement

Ben Wallace was a four-time All-Star, four-time Defensive Player of the Year, and NBA champion with the 2003-04 Detroit Pistons.

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Report: Stephen Curry won’t face suspension after stepping off bench during Lakers dust-up

Lance Stephenson was ejected after throwing a punch, and both Curry and DeMarcus Cousins were seen stepping off the Warriors bench.

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Charles Barkley says he thought he was going to be Orlando Magic GM in 2017

One can only imagine the roster construction and theory behind any squad he would cook up.

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Watch LeBron James join Drake and Travis Scott during concert at Staples Center

James jumped on stage during “Sicko Mode” a Scott song featuring Drake. As you might expect, the crowd at Staples went wild.

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Report: Jimmy Butler expected to play in season opener for Timberwolves

We will see how long this lasts.

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Panthers’ Matheson to have DoPS hearing for slamming Pettersson to ice

Pettersson left Saturday's game in the third period.

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Lakers’ Josh Hart on hardest player to guard: “James Harden, by far. BY FAR.”

The Beard led the NBA in scoring last season.

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Luka Doncic gives Mavs hope of transition to next Euro star

"There's a real buzz, which means absolutely nothing when he gets to the NBA because he starts from scratch."

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Kawhi Leonard, retooled Raptors hope to challenge for NBA title

There's a lot on the line for Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors this season.

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The Buzzer: Fleury enters unconscious mode; Dahlin pots first

All the best from a full-slate on Saturday.

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‘Dirty play’ knocks Canucks’ Pettersson out of game

Pettersson forced out of the game after vicious hit.

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Richard Jefferson retires from NBA

He had a 17-year NBA career and won an NBA title with Cleveland in 2016.

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Video: Sabres’ Dahlin starts, finishes play for first NHL goal

No. 1 pick gets first goal in his fifth NHL game.

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Jenn Guardino, girlfriend of Predators’ Austin Watson, says he never abused her

Guardino clarifies domestic violence incident involving Predators player.

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Sixers, Mike Muscala apologize for, denounce father’s “inappropriate and offensive” Tweets

"I want to apologize for my father’s offensive social media commentary... they do not reflect who I am."

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Penguins’ Schultz leaves game after falling awkwardly on leg

Schultz appears to suffer gruesome leg injury in fall.

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Dubnyk sprawls, robs Faulk for early save of the year candidate

Another we-are-not-worthy save from Saturday's action.

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‘Our fans are everywhere’: NBA still growing internationally

It was the final minute of a preseason game between Philadelphia and Dallas, the 76ers were up by four points with the ball, and thousands of fans were screaming "defense" at the top of their lungs.

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Lonzo Ball has to cover up Big Baller Brand tattoo during NBA games

This is the same thing as with J.R. Smith

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Marc-Andre Fleury saves the day vs. Flyers (Video)

Fleury earned his 406th career victory on Saturday.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo drops pre-season triple-double in just 25 minutes

The Greek Freak shot 13-of-17 overall and was 2-of-5 from three.

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No discount, but Knicks finally buyout, waive Joakim Noah today anyway

Noah is now an unrestricted free agent, but there is no interest from other teams.

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Report: Heat not trying to re-engage Timberwolves in Butler trade talks

There are conflicting reports about this.

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Can LeBron James and Magic Johnson lure next big star to Lakers?

Don’t expect a conga-line of stars just dancing their way to Los Angeles and the Lakers.

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Jamal Crawford to Phoenix? The sides reportedly talked Friday.

Is Crawford really a fit in Phoenix?

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Florida’s Micheal Haley enters NHL/NHLPA assistance program

Haley has not appeared in either of the two Panthers' games this season.

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NBA experimenting with harsher penalty for transition intentional fouls in minor league

Also testing reducing shot clock after advancing the ball

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Lakers’ Michael Beasley ejected after jawing with Draymond Green

This seemed like a quick trigger.

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Dirk Nowitzki to miss start of Mavericks season

Nowitzki recovering from ankle surgery

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Report: Justise Winslow agrees to three-year extension with Heat

The last year is a team option.

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Rumor: Anthony Davis considering Pelicans, Lakers, Celtics, 76ers and Knicks

Davis can become free agent in 2020

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Paul George says Jimmy Butler “has a very valid point”

A player has another player's back. Shocking.

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Pat Riley denies dropping “MFer” on Tom Thibodeau during trade talks

With this the Heat did acknowledge the trade talks that everyone knows is going on.

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Kings’ official Twitter censored score on video highlight clip

The Kings' social media team may need to get very creative with this over the course of the season. 

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John Gibson keeping Ducks afloat

He is going to have to continue being the difference for them this season.

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Five Warriors teammates on Team USA next summer? Klay Thompson calls it “awesome”

Not all of them will be with the Warriors by the end of next summer, but still.

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Report: Celtics won’t extend contract of Terry Rozier, who’s seeking starting spot and about $20 million annual salary

Will Boston trade him?

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Blachawks want, and need, more from Brandon Saad

His return to Chicago is not going as planned.

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Hawks’ John Collins to miss start of season due to ankle soreness, procedure

He likely will miss at least three games.

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NHL criticizes reduction of suspension for Predators’ Watson

Watson received a 27-game suspension from NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman last month.

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Report: Plugged-in former NBA GM says ‘no way in hell’ Giannis Antetokounmpo stays with Bucks

Does this former GM know something?

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What’s the ceiling for Auston Matthews this season?

He is in rare territory with nine goals in his first five games.

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Kevin Garnett on Timberwolves: “It’s a s— storm up there”

"What’s really the s--- storm is that can’t nobody keep s--- in practice."

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Another guard down: Spurs’ Derrick White out 6-8 weeks with heel injury

White was to be the starting point guard after Dejounte Murray tore his ACL.

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Matthews scores 2 and helps Maple Leafs beat Red Wings 5-3

Matthews is the third player in franchise history to score in the first five games of a season.

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Anthony Davis: “It’s just about winning for me, being the most dominant player in the league”

"Honestly, I see myself as the best player in the league, most dominant player in the league."

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Chance (and maybe the Celtics) are biggest roadblock to Warriors this season

Might Boston be ready to knock off Golden State?

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What’s behind Golden Knights’ slow start?

The defending Western Conference Champions are 1-4-0.

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Nets could have point guard conundrum between D’Angelo Russell and Spencer Dinwiddie

Both likely entering contract years

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With LeBron James gone, Eastern Conference set for a new champion

With LeBron James gone, the path to the NBA Finals from the Eastern Conference is open again.

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PHT Morning Skate: How Bruins kept McDavid in check; Dallas’ solid start

Friday's collection of links.

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Pat Riley reportedly called Tom Thibodeau a “m—– f—–” after Jimmy Butler trade fell apart

Riley is frustrated and you can't blame him.

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