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Brooklyn Nets general manager Billy King confirmed that the Los Angeles Clippers reached out about a possible sign-and-trade deal for veteran forward Paul Pierce, but that the team was not interested. “They made a call and inquired, but there’s nothing there at this point that makes sense for us,” King said Thursday on ESPN NewYork […]
The Rockets are widely expected to take a step back this season, thanks to all the depth they squandered on the Bosh dice roll, but they expect to have significant salary-cap room next summer — when they can chase point guards as accomplished as Goran Dragic and Rajon Rondo if they choose — as well as in […]
Glen Davis fined $15,000 for punting a seat cushion into the crowd vs. Celtics. Good distance on the punt via Chris Forsberg of ESPN Boston on Twitter
With 45 games games in the rearview mirror since the trade, (Cavaliers J.R. Smith) I’ve been able to reflect on things, and now see it as a blessing in disguise. For me, being away from New York, my hometown, has led to far fewer distractions. In Cleveland, there just isn’t much to do after 9 […]
Who will win this year’s dunk contest? Our experts share their thoughts.
The Los Angeles Clippers waived reserve guard Willie Green on Sunday. via The Associated Press
While Coach Byron Scott was happy with some of what Randle accomplished on the floor, he would like to see more from the rookie. “He’s got to do a better job of setting screens,” said Scott. “He’s got to do a better job of getting up and down the floor. He does that in spurts. […]
MRI reveals a left foot tendon injury for Vince Carter, (Memphis) Grizzlies say. No timetable for return. Carter will be reevaluated in the next week. via Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated on Twitter
In a documentary produced by HBO Sports last fall, (Thunders Kevin) Durant said a city’s culture was a heavy influencer in (Bulls Pau) Gasol’s decision. “He was more concerned about the city,” Durant said of Gasol in the documentary. “He’s into, like orchestras and plays.” Gasol refuted that theory and said it was about basketball. […]