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NBA PM: Five Things the Denver Nuggets Learned

May 6, 2013

Five things the Denver Nuggets learned throughout the course of 2012-13 ... Chandler Parsons' contract situation in Houston »Read More

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NBA Chat With Stephen Brotherston 5/6/13

May 6, 2013

Stephen Brotherston hosts his weekly NBA Chat every Monday at 3pm ET covering the Toronto Raptors and the NBA. »Read More

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Bulls Hope for Deng, Hinrich in Game 1

May 6, 2013

Will the Chicago Bulls get Luol Deng and Kirk Hinrich back for Game 1 against the Miami HEAT? What about Derrick Rose? »Read More

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NBA Chat with Bill Ingram 5/6/13

May 6, 2013

Catch up on the latest news, rumors and predictions with HOOPSWORLD's Bill Ingram every Monday at 11:00 AM Eastern. »Read More

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NBA AM: Will Chris Paul Stay With Clippers?

May 6, 2013

Chris Paul could have a difficult decision to make this summer... The New York Knicks need more efficiency from Carmelo Anthony. »Read More

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Knicks vs. Pacers: Preview and Prediction

May 5, 2013

A position-by-position breakdown and preview of what to expect between New York and Indiana in Round 2. »Read More

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NBA Sunday: Analyzing Conference Semifinals

May 5, 2013

Breaking down the second round of the 2013 postseason... Chicago Bulls' leader backs up bold prediction »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week in Review

May 5, 2013

HOOPSWORLD reviews some of this week's top stories in case you missed them the first time around. »Read More

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NBA Chat With Derek Page 5/4/13

May 4, 2013

Join HOOPSWORLD NBA Writer Derek Page as he hosts his weekly chat every Saturday at 5 PM ET. Shoot your questions in now. »Read More

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What’s Next For The Boston Celtics?

May 4, 2013

The Boston Celtics bowed out in six games to the New York Knicks after a 41-40 season, so what's next for the Celtics? »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Is This The End for Boston?

May 4, 2013

We may have seen the last stand of the Paul Pierce-Kevin Garnett era Boston Celtics... Big changes coming for L.A. Clippers, too?... LeBron James joins historic company »Read More

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NBA PM: Why Lakers Won’t Amnesty Kobe Bryant

May 3, 2013

Why the Los Angeles Lakers won't amnesty Kobe Bryant ... Up Close: Lorne Jackson ... Charlotte's coaching search not serious enough yet »Read More

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Salary Cap Chat With Larry Coon 5/3/2012

May 3, 2013

Larry Coon the noted author of the CBAFAQ, will answer your Salary Cap and Collective Bargaining Agreement questions. Larry will answers your questions about the Salary Cap, NBA trades and the new CBA at... »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 5/3/13

May 3, 2013

Join HOOPSWORLD’s Alex Kennedy for his weekly NBA chat this Friday at 1 p.m. ET. Submit your questions early because this chat fills up fast! »Read More

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The Best Comebacks of NBA’s First Round

May 3, 2013

With a few exceptions, the first round of the 2013 NBA Playoffs has been all about big comebacks, but which has been most impressive? »Read More

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NBA AM: Clippers Not Sacrificing Enough

May 3, 2013

The Clippers are facing a must-win Game 7 and in order to extend their series, veteran Lamar Odom says team needs to learn about sacrifice »Read More

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Liggins Surprised To Crack Thunder’s Rotation

May 3, 2013

The Oklahoma City Thunder is scrambling to claim victory in the first round of the playoffs, and little-used DeAndre Liggins finds himself part of the plan. »Read More

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NBA PM: Houston Rockets Set To Make History?

May 2, 2013

Can the Houston Rockets become the first team in NBA history to overcome an 0-3 deficit? ... Blake Griffin talks about his health and availability ... Bradley Beal looks back on his rookie season »Read More

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NBA Chat With Joel Brigham, 5/2/13

May 2, 2013

Join Joel Brigham this Thursday at 1pm ET to chat about all things NBA, from the upcoming NBA draft and free agency to the playoffs, which are rapidly heading towards Round 2. Get... »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 Rumors Chat With Steve Kyler 5/2/2013

May 2, 2013

HOOPSWORLD Publisher Steve Kyler will hold his weekly chat at 10:30am EST on Thursdays. Drop in your questions regarding NBA trades, the NBA Draft, roster moves or questions about your team. »Read More

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NBA AM: Should the Lakers Rebuild?

May 2, 2013

Like it or not, it could be time for the Los Angeles Lakers to start over... West's best look vulnerable... NBA Rookie of the Year announced »Read More

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NBA Chat With Lang Greene 5/1/13

May 1, 2013

Lang’s chat begins Wednesday night at 8:00pm EST. Get your questions in now, everything NBA related is up for discussion. »Read More

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NBA PM: Jennings Wants Out of Milwaukee?

May 1, 2013

It seems that Brandon Jennings is ready for a change of scenery ... CBS Chicago encourages fans to criticize and pressure Derrick Rose to return ... B.J. Young training at IMG Academy »Read More

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NBA AM: Pivotal Offseason For Golden State

May 1, 2013

The Golden State Warriors have been the surprise of the playoffs, but have a big summer ahead of them in order to become elite. »Read More

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NBA PM: Thunder Adjusting Without Westbrook

April 30, 2013

The Oklahoma City Thunder are adjusting without Russell Westbrook ... Pau Gasol discusses trade rumors ... Jason Kidd wins NBA Sportsmanship Award »Read More

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The Great NBA Referee Conspiracy

April 30, 2013

Dr. Travis Heath takes a look at officiating in the NBA and the self-serving bias that comes out in force during the playoffs. »Read More

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Phil Jackson: Realistic Option In Toronto?

April 30, 2013

Legendary head coach Phil Jackson has been linked to the Toronto Raptors. Is Jackson a realistic target for the Raptors? »Read More

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NBA AM: The Playoff Free Agent Centers

April 30, 2013

No position in the NBA changes the game quite like the center spot and there are some quality bigs hitting free agency in July and some of them are still alive in the post-season...... »Read More

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Nolan Smith Looking For ‘Better Situation’

April 29, 2013

Nolan Smith eagerly anticipates leaving the Portland Trail Blazers for a team that gives him more playing time.  »Read More

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NBA PM: Nash: Lakers Are Right For Dwight

April 29, 2013

Steve Nash thinks Dwight Howard should stay with the Lakers... Up close with Aaron Gordon... Glen Rice Jr. ready for the NBA Draft.  »Read More

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NBA Chat With Stephen Brotherston 4/29/13

April 29, 2013

Stephen Brotherston hosts his weekly NBA Chat every Monday at 3pm ET covering the Toronto Raptors and the NBA. »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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Would Derrick Rose Return For HEAT Series?

April 29, 2013

Would an Eastern Conference Semifinal match-up between the Miami HEAT and Chicago Bulls be enough to finally persuade Derrick Rose to return? »Read More

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NBA Chat with Bill Ingram 4/29/2013

April 29, 2013

Catch up on the latest news, rumors and predictions with HOOPSWORLD's Bill Ingram every Monday at 11:00 AM Eastern. »Read More

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NBA AM: The Playoff Free Agent Power Forwards

April 29, 2013

With the first round of the playoffs coming to a close in some series, there are some power forwards headed toward free agency that are worth taking note of... Romero Osby could be a... »Read More

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Hawks Showing Character Through Adversity

April 28, 2013

After two blowout losses to start series versus Indiana, Atlanta showed character by getting a blowout win of their own in game three »Read More

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NBA Sunday: Western Conference Upset Brewing

April 28, 2013

A top-seed in the West could be on the verge of a quick exit... Durant, Thunder survive Game Three... Stotts, Olshey talk Blazers' future. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

April 28, 2013

HOOPSWORLD reviews some of this week's top stories in case you missed them the first time around. »Read More

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Nate Saves Day, But Can Bulls Keep Him?

April 27, 2013

Nate Robinson put on a performance for the ages Saturday, but can the Chicago Bulls afford to keep him after these playoffs? »Read More

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NBA Chat With Derek Page 4/27/13

April 27, 2013

Join HOOPSWORLD NBA Writer Derek Page as he hosts his weekly chat every Saturday at 5 PM ET. Shoot your questions in now. »Read More

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The Knicks’ Most Important Win in a Decade

April 27, 2013

Good teams win at home; great teams win on the road… With a big road win under their belts, do the Knicks have what it takes to make a serious run this postseason? »Read More

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NBA Chat With Susan Bible 4/27/13

April 27, 2013

Susan Bible's weekly NBA Chat will kick off this Saturday, 4/27/13, at 11:00 am EST. Get your questions in now... »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Jabari Parker Ready for Duke

April 27, 2013

Top recruit Jabari Parker talks Duke and the NBA... Does Toronto have a shot at Phil Jackson?... Who are the other top coaching candidates for this offseason's imminent coaching carousel? »Read More

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Can Leiweke Build Lakers North In Toronto?

April 27, 2013

Can former AEG CEO Tim Leiweke turn around a losing culture and put MLSE's Toronto Raptors on a championship path? »Read More

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NBA PM: Why Dwight Howard Chooses Houston

April 26, 2013

The case for Houston as Dwight Howard prepares for another offseason decision ... Damian Lillard breaks down his rookie season ... Michael Jordan to blame in Charlotte? »Read More

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NBA Salary Cap Chat With Larry Coon 4/26/13

April 26, 2013

Larry Coon the noted author of the CBAFAQ, will answer your Salary Cap and Collective Bargaining Agreement questions. Larry will answers your questions about the Salary Cap, NBA trades and the new CBA at... »Read More

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What Westbrook Injury Means for Thunder

April 26, 2013

Knee surgery will knock out Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook for the foreseeable future. What does that mean for OKC? »Read More

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Biggest First Round Playoff Surprises

April 26, 2013

HOOPSWORLD takes a look at some of this season’s biggest first round playoff surprises  »Read More

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NBA AM: Spurs Making Early Statement

April 26, 2013

The Spurs have looked as good as anyone through two games of the 2013 playoffs... Up close with Karl Towns Jr... A look at the D-League Finals... Nate McMillan hoping for a return to... »Read More

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NBA PM: The Evolution of Paul George

April 25, 2013

Paul George has turned into a star and the face of the Pacers ... Up close with Sergey Karasev ... Brandon Jennings still predicting Bucks over HEAT in six games ... Billy Kings get... »Read More

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2013 NBA Playoffs: Top 5 Studs and Duds

April 25, 2013

Which players have excelled and which players have missed the mark to begin the first round of the 2013 postseason? »Read More

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NBA Chat With Joel Brigham, 4/25/13

April 25, 2013

Join Joel Brigham this Thursday at 1:00pm ET to chat about the NBA Playoffs, the NBA Draft, and any other hoops-related topic that may come up. Get your questions in early and be... »Read More

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NBA AM: The Playoff Free Agent Small Forwards

April 25, 2013

Some of the best names in free agency this July play the small forward position and most of them are in the playoffs... The coaching update... Is it time for the Suns to... »Read More

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NBA Rumors Chat With Steve Kyler 4/25/13

April 25, 2013

HOOPSWORLD Publisher Steve Kyler will hold his weekly chat at 10:30am EST on Thursdays. Drop in your questions regarding NBA trades, the NBA Draft, roster moves or questions about your team. »Read More

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Quentin Richardson Grateful to Join Knicks

April 25, 2013

Quentin Richardson is thrilled to rejoin the New York Knicks and he's willing to do anything to help the Knicks advance in the postseason. »Read More

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NBA Chat With Lang Greene 4/24/13

April 24, 2013

Lang’s chat begins Wednesday night at 8:00pm EST. Get your questions in now, everything NBA related is up for discussion. »Read More

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NBA PM: Will Lakers Replace D’Antoni?

April 24, 2013

Mike Brown joining the Cleveland Cavaliers makes it easier for the Los Angeles Lakers to fire Mike D'Antoni ... Wes Matthews on the Portland Trail Blazers season ... Marc Gasol wins Defensive Player of... »Read More

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NBA Head Coach Hiring Season Is Open

April 24, 2013

Cavaliers, Pistons, 76ers and Bobcats need new head coaches. NBA hiring and firing season is now in full swing. »Read More

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NBA AM: The Playoff Free Agent Shooting Guards

April 24, 2013

Earlier in the week we looked at the pending free agent point guards, today we look at the pending free agent two guards playing in the post season.... Andrew Harrison could be one of... »Read More

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NBA PM: Mike Brown’s Chance At Redemption

April 23, 2013

Mike Brown will finally be ably to truly prove his worth as a head coach in his second stint with the Cavaliers... Up close with Kentucky commit Julius Randle... Looking at the Bobcats' decision... »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 AM: Suns Bottom Out, But Have Options

April 23, 2013

The Phoenix Suns hit rock bottom this season and fired their general manager. But the club will have options to improve this summer »Read More

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NBA PM: How To Rebuild An NBA Franchise

April 22, 2013

The brain trust behind the Indiana Pacers' rebuild talks about how to revive a struggling franchise ... Marc Gasol and the Memphis Grizzlies aren't satisfied ... James Harden must stop disappearing »Read More

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NBA Chat With Stephen Brotherston 4/22/13

April 22, 2013

Stephen Brotherston hosts his weekly NBA Chat every Monday at 3pm ET covering the Toronto Raptors and the NBA. »Read More

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    AlexKennedyNBAAlexKennedyNBA: Paul George is only 23 years old. That's the same age as several prospects in this year's draft class. #incredible
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    AlexKennedyNBAAlexKennedyNBA: Two years ago, Paul George told me, “I want to be the MVP of this league one day.” I thought he was crazy. Now, it's not so far-fetched.
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    AlexKennedyNBAAlexKennedyNBA: "There's only one person who's scarier [than LeBron James], and that's God." - George Hill (via @MikeWellsNBA)
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    EricPincusEricPincus: Lance Stephenson can D-up but his offense makes Tony Allen look like Jamaal Wilkes
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    EricPincusEricPincus: BTW - I had this series going 7 with Miami pulling it out - I thought Indy split and Miami split - 2-2 going into G5
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    EricPincusEricPincus: Just in - watching the 4th after monitoring it my phone - George as LeBrons rival? Who knew? And what was that Wade foul on Stephenson?
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    stevesraptorsstevesraptors: Wade left his feet and hit Stephenson with an elbow to the head - In hockey that's a 2 game suspension
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    stevesraptorsstevesraptors: Huge win for the Pacers over HEAT in Miami 97-93. Roy Hibbert might just be the series most impactful player http://t.co/xR6zPSUGPF
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    TommyBeerTommyBeer: The Pacers haven't lost at home in over a month (April 17th). 6-0 in the postseason.
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