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Wizards make the leap to draft night relevance
Washington Post — When Bradley Beal gleefully walked down from his seat in the back row of the stage at the Disney/ABC Times Square studios to stand next to Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert's son, Nick, and Orlando Magic senior vice president Pat Williams, he only had one thought on his mind. Read full article >>
Washington Wizards 8 hours agoWizards make the leap to draft night relevance
Wizards Insider | Washington Post — When Bradley Beal gleefully walked down from his seat in the back row of the stage at the Disney/ABC Times Square studios to stand next to Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert’s son, Nick, and Orlando Magic senior vice president Pat … Continue reading →
Video: What is Deng's future in Chicago?
Chicago Bulls Blog | ESPN Chicago — ESPN analyst and former NBA player Tim Legler takes a look at what the Chicago Bulls need to do with Luol Deng as he enters the final year of his contract.
Chicago Bulls 8 hours ago
Game 1 loss to Bulls prepared Heat for Pacers, LeBron says
On the Beat: Miami Heat | Miami Herald — That surprsing outcome to the Bulls in Game 1 of the second round wasn't a complete waste, according to LeBron James. James said the Heat’s unexpected loss in the opener of the Eastern Conference semifinals provided an important experience going...
Miami Heat 9 hours ago
Early results: Take 'Em or Trash 'Em
Knicks Blog | ESPN New York — So how do you see this Knicks' roster unfolding this summer? In the annual "Take 'Em or Trash 'Em" voting, Jason Kidd and Amar'e Stoudemire got the boot. Kidd didn't score in 208 straight minutes in the playoffs, and Stoudemire is due $21.68 million next season -- the highest on the team's payroll -- without even a guarantee from Mike Woodson that he'll start. However, fans stood behind J.R. Smith and Tyson Chandler, even though they were basically no-shows in the Pacers series.
New York Knicks 10 hours ago
Plan CP3: Dirk Nowitzki or a decade-younger Blake Griffin?
Dallas Mavericks Blog | ESPN Dallas — ESPNDallas.com will compare the Mavericks and Clippers in five facets -- other than money -- that could play a role in Chris Paul's free agency decision in a one-per-day series: owners/front office, coaches, co-stars, supporting casts and franchise tradition. We'll focus on Dwight Howard next week. The power forward’s production has dipped significantly after his award-winning 2010-11 season. That statement applies to both Dirk Nowitzki and Blake Griffin.
Dallas Mavericks 12 hours ago
With options few, Knicks GM plans to bring core back
New York Post — It’s risky business, but Knicks general manager Glen Grunwald said Tuesday the major core of the roster will be back next season as the franchise banks on Amar’e Stoudemire’s knees and J.R. Smith’s head healing. Grunwald confirmed the Knicks are unable to do a sign-and-trade...
New York Knicks 13 hours ago
Lawrence: Cap has Knicks Chris-crossed for lone star Melo
New York Daily News — The search for the No. 2 star to pair with Carmelo Anthony is not leading the Knicks to Los Angeles, as much as Chris Paul would be Anthony’s perfect wing man. Instead of landing a star talent like Paul, a free agent this summer who once toasted an Anthony-Paul-Amar’e Stoudemire alliance at the Garden, the Knicks will have to set their sights considerably lower.
New York Knicks 13 hours ago
Cavaliers win NBA Draft Lottery: Reaction on social media
Plain Dealer — Read what sports personalities and fans alike are saying on social media about the Cavs' draft fortunes below, plus watch a video with reaction from Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert and Timberwovles forward Kevin Love.
Cleveland Cavaliers 10 hours agoTom Powers: Minnesota Timberwolves' lottery luck still lousy
St. Paul Pioneer Press — Congratulations to Kevin Love, who helped the Timberwolves hold onto their No. 9 position AND didn't get hurt at the NBA lottery.
Knicks expect Kidd to return
New York Post — Knicks general manager Glen Grunwald said Jason Kidd gave him no indication he was retiring during their exit interview Monday. “We had a great meeting with Jason,’’ Grunwald said. “He was a big part of our success and we look forward to having him back next year.’’ Asked if Kidd...
New York Knicks 13 hours ago
Kupchak disputes report Howard unhappy with D'Antoni
Orange County Register — Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak said in a phone interview Tuesday that Dwight Howard did not express any frustrations about Lakers coach Mike D'Antoni in a private exit meeting, contrary to a published report. "There was no discussion of the...
Los Angeles Lakers 17 hours ago
Miami Heat guard Norris Cole must disrupt Indiana Pacers guard George Hill
Miami Herald — Heat backup point guard Norris Cole’s job is to short-circuit the Pacers’ offense — and George Hill — especially in the fourth quarter.
Miami Heat 18 hours ago
Kings' lottery luck remains elusive
Sacramento Bee — There had been so much goodwill surrounding the Kings leading up to the NBA draft lottery Tuesday. Kashir Ali, 19, of Sacramento waits for the revealing of the Kings' pick during a draft lottery party at Buffalo Wild Wings in Natomas. With the franchise in ownership transition, no officials from the Kings' basketball operations attended the festivities. Nick Gilbert, 16, son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert,brought home the No. 1 pick for the second time in the last three years. Coach Keith Smart represented the Kings at the draft lottery in New York.
Sacramento Kings 8 hours ago
Think Kings fans hate Jackson now?
Sacramento Bee — If the thought of having their team renamed the SuperSonics and watching them play in Seattle wasn't upsetting enough for Kings fans, it could have been worse. Phil Jackson said he would have worked for Chris Hansen if Hansen had been allowed to purchase the Kings and move them to Seattle.
Sacramento Kings 8 hours agoVideo: What is Deng's future in Chicago?
Chicago Bulls Blog | ESPN Chicago — ESPN analyst and former NBA player Tim Legler takes a look at what the Chicago Bulls need to do with Luol Deng as he enters the final year of his contract.
Chicago Bulls 8 hours agoMaurice Cheeks will have second interview with Pistons today
Detroit Free Press — Evidently, Mo Cheeks impressed someone during a recent phone interview with the Pistons. The Oklahoma City Thunder assistant coach and former head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers and Portland Trail Blazers will have second interview with the Pistons today, according to two people with knowledge of the situation.
Detroit Pistons 8 hours ago-
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