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Where Do the Suns Go from Here?

May 16, 2013

The Phoenix Suns are going through a full-scale rebuild after finishing the season as the last place team in the Western Conference. »Read More

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The Big Clipper Questions

May 7, 2013

The contracts of Chris Paul and Coach Vinny Del Negro are running out. What direction will the L.A. Clippers go in the coming weeks? »Read More

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Griffin’s Ankle Sprain a Danger to Clippers

May 2, 2013

Blake Griffin's status in the elimination game against the Memphis Grizzlies is in doubt, which is a big problem for the L.A. Clippers »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings – Playoff Edition

April 29, 2013

Two teams have already advanced. Can the Golden State Warriors upset the Denver Nuggets? NBA Rankings, playoff edition. »Read More

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Clippers Are Deep But it’s About Chris Paul

April 23, 2013

On a Clippers team built around its depth, Chris Paul is the hero in Los Angeles against the Memphis Grizzlies. »Read More

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NBA Coaches, Executives On The Way Out

April 18, 2013

Now that the regular season has ended, which coaches and executives may be on the way out? »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings – Week 24

April 15, 2013

Fifteen teams have locked in playoff berths. Will the LA Lakers or Utah Jazz make it sixteen? The NBA , 24 weeks in . . .  »Read More

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What’s Wrong With The Clippers?

April 9, 2013

The Clippers haven't been quite the same since their 17-game win streak. Are they at their best heading into the postseason? »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 23

April 8, 2013

Thirteen teams have clinched including all eight in the Eastern Conference - the NBA Power Rankings 23 weeks in . . .  »Read More

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Can Clippers Best Grizzlies’ Defense?

April 2, 2013

If the Memphis Grizzlies host the Los Angeles Clippers in a first-round rematch, can the Clippers overcome the Grizzlies' stiffing defense? »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 22

April 1, 2013

After a lengthy slump, the N.Y. Knicks are suddenly hot, winners of eight straight - now sixth in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 22 »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 21

March 25, 2013

The Houston Rockets are climbing up the NBA Power Rankings while the Boston Celtics are starting to fade. The NBA 21 weeks in . . .  »Read More

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If the NBA Playoffs Started Today: West

March 22, 2013

Whoever survives the West to make the NBA Finals will be seriously tested. What are the matchups based on the current standings? »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 20

March 18, 2013

The Denver Nuggets are the hottest team in the NBA, climbing to four in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 20. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 19

March 11, 2013

The Miami HEAT continue to dominate. The LA Lakers step into the West's top eight & 15 overall in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 19 »Read More

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The Obtainable 2013 NBA Free Agents

March 9, 2013

Chris Paul is more likely than not to return to the L.A. Clippers this summer. Which big-name free agents are actually attainable? »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 18

March 4, 2013

The Golden State Warriors take a sizable dip in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 18 »Read More

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The NBA’s Dead Money Dilemma

February 28, 2013

The NBA has done its best to institutionalize away dead-money contracts, but a number of bad deals are still on the books. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 17

February 25, 2013

Behind LeBron James, the Miami HEAT are dominating - climbing to the top of the NBA Power Rankings through Week 17. »Read More

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Nine Trade Exceptions to Expire if Unused

February 21, 2013

Nine trade exceptions will functionally expire if unused by Thursday's NBA trade deadline. »Read More

Clippers Do Not Expect to Make a Deal

February 20, 2013

The Los Angeles Clippers do not expect to make any deals before Thursday’s NBA trade deadline, coach Vinny Del Negro said Wednesday. “We feel good with our team right now,” Del Negro said. “Nothing’s... »Read More

Clippers in Position of Strength at Deadline

February 19, 2013

The Los Angeles Clippers have survived injuries to Chris Paul, Blake Griffin, Jamal Crawford, Grant Hill, Chauncey Billups and Lamar Odom. Winning four straight, the Clippers are in third place in the Western Conference... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 16

February 18, 2013

Where do all 30 teams stand as they head into the NBA trade deadline? The NBA Power Rankings, 16 weeks in . . .  »Read More

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Andre Drummond believes he ‘could be great’

February 16, 2013

Despite a back injury, Detroit Pistons rookie Andre Drummond is confident he will develop into high-impact NBA player. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 15

February 11, 2013

The Boston Celtics say, 'Don't bury us yet' as they jump up the NBA Power Rankings for Week 15 »Read More

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NBA Trade Watch – West

February 6, 2013

As the February 21 NBA trade deadline nears, which Western Conference teams are looking to make a deal? »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 14

February 4, 2013

The New York Knicks are getting healthy, playing well and climbing in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 14 »Read More

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How the Grizzlies Cleared Over $16 Million

February 1, 2013

The Memphis Grizzlies saved a significant amount of money this month, dealing Rudy Gay and Marreese Speights. »Read More

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Clippers Surviving Without Chris Paul

January 31, 2013

If the LA Clippers can survive the "Grammy trip" without Chris Paul, they may have a shot at first place in the Western Conference. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings – Week 13

January 28, 2013

Flaying under the radar, the San Antonio Spurs suddenly climb to the top of the NBA Power Rankings with the league's best record. »Read More

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Griffin Qualifies for Super-Max Extension

January 25, 2013

With his second-straight selection by fans as an All-Star starter, Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin has qualified for a super-max extension. »Read More

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NBA Salary Now, Salary Tomorrow

January 24, 2013

Which NBA teams still have cap flexibility today? Which franchises project to have spending power over the offseason? »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 12

January 21, 2013

The Utah Jazz climb to 13 in the NBA Power Rankings. The Oklahoma City Thunder and L.A. Clippers stand strong in the top two spots. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 11

January 14, 2013

The Oklahoma City Thunder climb back to the top of the NBA Power Rankings, nudging slightly ahead of the Los Angeles Clippers. »Read More

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Del Negro Helps Lead Clippers to Victory

January 10, 2013

Los Angeles Clippers head coach Vinny Del Negro is the fastest coach in franchise history to 100 wins. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 10

January 7, 2013

The L.A. Clippers still hold the top spot by a narrow margin over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Power Rankings for week 10 »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week Nine

December 31, 2012

The L.A. Clippers didn't lose a game the entire month of December to climb back on top of the NBA Power Rankings for week nine. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week Eight

December 24, 2012

The Oklahoma City Thunder hold the top spot in the NBA Power Rankings by a fine margin over the surging L.A. Clippers. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week Seven

December 17, 2012

The Oklahoma City Thunder have rolled off 10-straight victories to climb to best in the NBA. The NBA Power Rankings at seven weeks in. »Read More

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Grading The NBA’s Pacific Division

December 13, 2012

Times have changed in the Pacific Division where the Los Angeles Clippers and Golden State Warriors are on top »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings – Week Six

December 10, 2012

The San Antonio Spurs climb back on top of the NBA Power Rankings, six weeks into the season. »Read More

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Chauncey Billups Sidelined with Sore Foot

December 5, 2012

Chauncey Billups will sit out against the Dallas Mavericks Wednesday with a sore ankle. His status moving forward is unclear. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings – Week Five

December 3, 2012

The Memphis Grizzlies stay on top but the Eastern Conference has gained significantly on the West. »Read More

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Chauncey Billups Makes Triumphant Return

November 29, 2012

The Los Angeles Clippers get their leader back, just in time. Chauncey Billups makes his season debut. »Read More

NBA Power Rankings Week Four

November 26, 2012

The Memphis Grizzlies climb to the top of the NBA Power Rankings with a league-best 9-2 record. »Read More

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Team-by-Team Payroll Breakdown

November 22, 2012

The L.A. Lakers easily have the biggest payroll in the NBA. How do the remaining 29 teams compare? »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week Three

November 19, 2012

The L.A. Clippers rise to the top of the rankings, edging out the powerful Memphis Grizzlies. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week Two

November 12, 2012

The San Antonio Spurs still top the NBA Power Rankings although the N.Y. Knicks are close behind. »Read More

Jamal Crawford: Clippers Are Buying In

November 8, 2012

The Clippers are receiving huge contributions from Jamal Crawford, who is enjoying the family atmosphere in Los Angeles. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week One

November 5, 2012

The 2012/13 NBA Regular Season is finally underway and the standings are already all over the map. »Read More

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Los Angeles Clippers’ Depth a Major Asset

November 4, 2012

The Los Angeles Clippers are one of the deepest teams in the league, which means Vinny Del Negro can manage his players' minutes. »Read More

Matt Barnes Suspended by NBA

October 30, 2012

Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes has been suspended by the NBA for a game for an off-season legal incident. »Read More

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Warriors Chasing Down Greatness

October 23, 2012

Mark Jackson expects the Golden State Warriors to chase down greatness this season. If healthy, they may very well be a playoff team. »Read More

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NBA PM: Who Survives the Cut?

October 18, 2012

NBA Teams can carry up to 15 players into the regular season. Who will make it past training camp to opening night? »Read More

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NBA Chat With Eric Pincus 10/16/12

October 16, 2012

HOOPSWORLD Senior Writer Eric Pincus answers your questions on the L.A. Lakers, Clippers and NBA at large. »Read More

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NBA PM: Lakers Bench Better, Still Average

October 11, 2012

The Los Angeles Lakers have improved over the offseason and while the bench is better, the team will struggle at times for depth. »Read More

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NBA Chat With Eric Pincus 10/9/12

October 9, 2012

HOOPSWORLD Senior Writer Eric Pincus answers your questions on the L.A. Lakers, Clippers and NBA at large. »Read More

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Jordan Hill Diagnosed with Back Injury

October 8, 2012

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jordan Hill has been diagnosed with a back injury. »Read More

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NBA PM: Blake Griffin’s Knee Strong

October 4, 2012

Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin is clearly recovered from offseason knee surgery, showing signature explosion in the team's scrimmage. »Read More

The Los Angeles Lakers Can’t Win on Paper

October 2, 2012

The Los Angeles Lakers look tremendous on paper but championships are won in June, not October. »Read More

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NBA Chat With Eric Pincus 10/2/12

October 2, 2012

HOOPSWORLD Senior Writer Eric Pincus answers your questions on the L.A. Lakers, Clippers and NBA at large. »Read More

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NBA Preseason Power Rankings

September 29, 2012

The Miami HEAT, current NBA reigning champions, stay atop the preseason rankings but repeating will be no easy task. »Read More

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Clippers Open Camp with High Expectations

September 29, 2012

The Los Angeles Clippers introduced their 2012-13 roster to the media on Friday, with very high aspirations for the coming season. »Read More

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NBA PM: 2013 Draft Obligations

September 27, 2012

A full 90 percent of the league has some sort of draft obligation in 2013 (coming in or going out), depending on protections. »Read More

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NBA Chat With Eric Pincus 9/25/12

September 25, 2012

HOOPSWORLD Senior Writer Eric Pincus answers your questions on the L.A. Lakers, Clippers and NBA at large. »Read More

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