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Butler Out 4-6 Weeks with Fractured Hand

April 30, 2012

Los Angeles Clippers forward Caron Butler suffered a fractured fifth metacarpal in his left hand with 2:38 remaining in the third quarter of last night’s 99-98 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies in game one... »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 4/28/12

April 28, 2012

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NBA Saturday: OKC Thunder Want Revenge

April 28, 2012

After losing to the Dallas Mavericks in last year's Western Conference Finals, the Oklahoma City Thunder want revenge ... Damian Lillard is the best point guard in the 2012 NBA Draft »Read More

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NBA AM: Steve Nash Prepares for Free Agency

April 26, 2012

Steve Nash may have played his final game as a member of the Phoenix Suns ... Kobe Bryant "expects to win" his sixth championship this season ... Jesse Sanders determined to prove he belongs... »Read More

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NBA PM: The Loaded 2014 Free Agent Class

April 23, 2012

The 2010 offseason lived up to the hype and captivated fans. The summer of 2014 has similar potential. »Read More

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NBPA Drama: Fisher, Hunter Point Fingers

April 21, 2012

Maurice Evans, vice president of the NBPA, weighs in on the drama unfolding between Derek Fisher and Billy Hunter. »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 4/20/12

April 20, 2012

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NBA AM: Will Warriors Extend Steph Curry?

April 19, 2012

Will Stephen Curry's health issues prevent him from signing a contract extension in the fall? ... Wilson Chandler out for the season ... Wesley Matthews to play in Las Vegas Summer League »Read More

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NBA PM: ‘Bench Mob’ Key for Chicago Bulls

April 18, 2012

The Chicago Bulls have received huge contributions from their second unit this season ... J.R. Smith expected to test free agency this summer ... USA Today's 2012 All-USA high school basketball teams »Read More

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Where Do The Hornets Go From Here?

April 17, 2012

With two lottery picks and plenty of cap space, this could be a big offseason for the New Orleans Hornets. »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 4/14/12

April 14, 2012

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NBA Saturday: Dwight Howard Out for Season?

April 14, 2012

Dwight Howard has a herniated disk in his back and may miss the rest of the regular season ... Brandon Roy is working out and considering an NBA comeback »Read More

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NBA PM: Jamal Crawford Likely to Opt-Out

April 11, 2012

Jamal Crawford will likely opt-out and test free agency this summer ... Andre Miller emerges as a leader for the Denver Nuggets ... News and notes from around the league »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Bryant Defends Bynum

April 7, 2012

Andrew Bynum has received a lot of criticism in recent weeks, and Kobe Bryant came to his defense last night ... Dwight Howard and Stan Van Gundy move on  »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 4/6/12

April 6, 2012

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Dwight Howard, Stan Van Gundy Deflect Drama

April 5, 2012

Dwight Howard and Stan Van Gundy are trying to put their drama behind them and finish the season strong. »Read More

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NBA PM: Jeremy Lin Returning for Playoffs?

April 4, 2012

Jeremy Lin may return in four weeks, which means he might play in New York's first-round playoff series ... Kenneth Faried adjusting to NBA ... Warriors recall Chris Wright »Read More

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McGee Didn’t See Nuggets Trade Coming

April 3, 2012

JaVale McGee was blindsided when the Washington Wizards traded him to the Denver Nuggets. With that said, he's enjoying the change of scenery. »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Jason Kidd Discusses Future

March 31, 2012

Jason Kidd discusses his free agency, years remaining in the league and future as a general manager ... Stan Van Gundy and the Orlando Magic may part ways after this season »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 3/30/12

March 30, 2012

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NBA PM: Brooks Putting Off Free Agency?

March 29, 2012

Aaron Brooks may sit out the remainder of the 2011-12 season and test free agency in July ... Steve Nash discusses his upcoming free agency »Read More

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NBA PM: The Remaining Free Agents

March 28, 2012

A position-by-position breakdown of the remaining free agents ... J.J. Hickson enjoying change of scenery ... Stephen Curry out for season? »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Sessions Revitalizes Lakers

March 24, 2012

Ramon Session has revitalized the Los Angeles Lakers ... The New Orleans Hornets decided not to buyout Chris Kaman  »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 3/23/12

March 23, 2012

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NBA PM: Jamaal Tinsley Revives Career

March 22, 2012

Jamaal Tinsley has revived his career with the Utah Jazz ... Boston Celtics sign Ryan Hollins ... Von Wafer doesn't expect buyout from Orlando Magic  »Read More

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NBA PM: Fisher Nearing Deal With Thunder

March 21, 2012

Derek Fisher nearing deal with Oklahoma City Thunder ... J.J. Hickson to sign with Golden State Warriors ... Terrence Williams heading to Sacramento Kings ... Ronny Turiaf to Miami Heat »Read More

Kings Officially Sign Terrence Williams

March 21, 2012

Terrence Williams is close to signing with the Sacramento Kings, according to sources close to the situation. Williams and his agent, Aaron Goodwin, are in Sacramento to meet with Kings’ president of basketball operations... »Read More

Ronny Turiaf Signing With Miami Heat

March 21, 2012

Ronny Turiaf is on the verge of signing with the Miami Heat, sources close to the situation confirm. After being bought out by the Denver Nuggets, Turiaf is finalizing a contract with Miami. Adrian... »Read More

Celtics, Suns Interested in Josh Powell

March 19, 2012

The Boston Celtics and Phoenix Suns are expressing interest in Josh Powell. »Read More

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Memphis Grizzlies to Sign Gilbert Arenas

March 19, 2012

The Memphis Grizzlies will sign Gilbert Arenas, according to sources close to the situation. »Read More

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Warriors Expected to Sign J.J. Hickson

March 19, 2012

The Golden State Warriors are expected to sign J.J. Hickson once he clears waivers. »Read More

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Denver Nuggets Re-Sign Wilson Chandler

March 18, 2012

The Denver Nuggets have re-signed Wilson Chandler to a five-year deal worth $37 million. »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 3/17/12

March 17, 2012

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NBA Saturday: Magic Move Past Howard Drama

March 17, 2012

Dwight Howard and the Orlando Magic can now focus on the season after putting the drama behind them ... Wilson Chandler, Denver Nuggets making progress ... MarShon Brooks adjusting to NBA »Read More

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NBA AM: Will the Magic Trade Howard?

March 14, 2012

Will the Orlando Magic trade Dwight Howard before Thursday? The organization is split on what to do next. ... The Golden State Warriors are ecstatic to land Andrew Bogut ... News and notes »Read More

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Warriors Pursuing Centers Before Deadline

March 12, 2012

The Warriors have expressed interest in Andrew Bogut, Chris Kaman, Brook Lopez and JaVale McGee as the NBA's trade deadline approaches. »Read More

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Wilson Chandler Sets Deadline for Nuggets

March 11, 2012

The Denver Nuggets have until Friday to re-sign Wilson Chandler. If the two sides can't reach a deal, Chandler will sit out the remainder of the season. »Read More

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NBA Saturday: McMillan On the Hot Seat

March 10, 2012

The Portland Trail Blazers haven't lived up to expectations and Nate McMillan may be on way out ... Boston Celtics want a player and first-round pick for Ray Allen ... Milwaukee Bucks listening to... »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 3/9/12

March 9, 2012

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NBA PM: Miami Signing Rasheed Wallace?

March 7, 2012

The Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat have expressed some level of interest in Rasheed Wallace. Which team will sign him? ... Roy Hibbert and the Indiana Pacers have made huge strides this season... »Read More

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NBA PM: Clippers Pursuing Shooting Guards

March 6, 2012

The Los Angeles Clippers are hoping to land a shooting guard prior to the NBA's trade deadline ... The Orlando Magic want to make a splashy move, but do they have the assets? »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Lakers Continue Point Guard Search

March 3, 2012

The Los Angeles Lakers continue their search for a point guard ... Will Wilson Chandler re-sign with the Denver Nuggets or sit out the season? »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 3/2/12

March 2, 2012

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NBA PM: Dwight Howard Wants Steve Nash

February 29, 2012

The Orlando Magic want to acquire Steve Nash, but the Phoenix Suns may not be ready to move him ... Chris Paul has high expectations for Los Angeles Clippers »Read More

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David Stern Holds Annual All-Star Press Conference

February 25, 2012

David Stern addressed a number of hot-button topics during his annual All-Star press conference. »Read More

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Anthony Looks Back on All-Star Melodrama

February 24, 2012

One year after enduring the tough questions during All-Star Weekend, Carmelo Anthony looks back and offers advice to Dwight Howard. »Read More

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NBA PM: Lakers Overvaluing Pau Gasol?

February 22, 2012

The Los Angeles Lakers will have trouble moving Pau Gasol at their current asking price ... Jamal Crawford shines in starting lineup ... NBA All-Star 2012 by the numbers »Read More

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Evans Replacing Shumpert in Dunk Contest

February 22, 2012

Jeremy Evans will replace Iman Shumpert in the 2012 Dunk Contest, according to multiple sources. »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Jennings Weighing Options

February 18, 2012

Brandon Jennings reiterates that he'll keep his options open and defends his "big market" comment ... The Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Clippers held free agent workouts, find out which players were in attendance »Read More

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Jackson Doesn’t See a Future in Milwaukee

February 17, 2012

Stephen Jackson is upset with his diminished role on the Milwaukee Bucks and hopes to be dealt before the trade deadline. »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 2/17/12

February 17, 2012

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NBA PM: LeBron Having Best Season Ever?

February 15, 2012

Love him or hate him, LeBron James is having one of the best seasons in NBA history ... Jeremy Lin excited to play alongside Carmelo Anthony  »Read More

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Josh Smith Upset With All-Star Snub

February 11, 2012

Josh Smith believes that he should have been an All-Star this year and wonders if politics were the reason he was snubbed. »Read More

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NBA PM: Sky is the Limit for Paul George

February 10, 2012

Paul George has all of the tools to be one of the best players in the NBA ... C.J. Watson in the Three-Point Shootout? ... Kobe Bryant teaming up with LeBron James? »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 2/10/12

February 10, 2012

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Jeremy Lin: ‘DNP’ to ‘MVP’ in Seven Days

February 10, 2012

Jeremy Lin discusses his success with the New York Knicks, the circus surrounding him and where he'll go from here.  »Read More

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NBA PM: Kyrie Irving Living Up to Hype

February 8, 2012

Kyrie Irving is having a sensational rookie season and has the Cleveland Cavaliers in the playoff hunt ... Find out who will participating in the Rising Star Challenge  »Read More

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Kenny Kadji’s Hard Work at IMG Paying Off

February 7, 2012

Kenny Kadji has emerged as a significant contributor for Miami this season. He credits Dan Barto of the IMG Basketball Academy for helping him reach his full potential. »Read More

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NBA PM: Howard Forcing His Way to Nets?

February 3, 2012

Dwight Howard is zeroing in on the New Jersey Nets ... J.R. Smith has plenty of potential suitors ... Milwaukee Bucks looking at available bigs »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 2/3/12

February 3, 2012

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NBA PM: Bucks Trading Stephen Jackson?

February 1, 2012

The Milwaukee Bucks may trade Stephen Jackson before the trade deadline ... Danny Granger believes Indiana Pacers can contend ... The New Jersey Nets sign Keith Bogans »Read More

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NBA PM: West Taking Pacers to Next Level

January 31, 2012

David West is turning the Indiana Pacers from an up-and-coming team to a legitimate contender ... Toronto Raptors will pursue Wilson Chandler ... Many teams interested in Ramon Sessions »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Lakers Eyeing Gilbert Arenas

January 28, 2012

The Los Angeles Lakers have expressed interest in Gilbert Arenas. Will they sign him? ... Brandon Bass hopes to finish his career with the Boston Celtics »Read More

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NBA Chat With Alex Kennedy 1/27/12

January 27, 2012

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NBA AM: Pacers Emerging as Contender?

January 23, 2012

The Indiana Pacers are confident after winning 11 of their first 15 games. Are they contenders? ... NBA changing Rookie-Sophomore game? ... Josh McRoberts discusses change of scenery »Read More

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