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Celtics' path to another banner continues to break in their favor

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 07:55

After postseason grinds in 2022 and 2023, this playoff run has a decidedly different feel for the juggernaut Celtics, writes John Tomase.

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Donovan Mitchell: 'I am happy in Cleveland.' But will he sign extension?

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 07:38

"I know I've got decision to make this offseason. My agent and I will talk to Cleveland about that at the right time."

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NBA Draft Combine reactions: Edey oh my, Bronny James is ready & whose stock is rising? | On the Clock with Krysten Peek

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 07:02

Yahoo Sports NBA draft expert Krysten Peek is back for another season of On the Clock with Krysten Peek. Krysten just spent the week in Chicago at the NBA Draft Combine and kicks off draft season joined by CBS Sports' Kyle Boone.

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Shooting Variance Explains Bulk of NBA Playoff Outcomes

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 06:00

This is part of a series of NBA Data Nuggets that will be published every week throughout the 2024 NBA Playoffs. Last month, we wrote about how making threes has never been more of a prerequisite for winning in the NBA than it was this regular season. Fourteen of the 16 playoff teams in 2024 were …

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San Antonio Spurs fantasy basketball season recap

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 04:00

The Spurs have their franchise player in Victor Wembanyama, but who else is making an impact in fantasy hoops?

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Report: Kings coach Brown expected to seek eight-figure salary

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 00:01

Mike Brown reportedly is expected to seek an eight-figure salary regarding a contract extension with the Kings.

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Timberwolves force Game 7 with dominating 115-70 Game 6 win at home

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 22:15

Minnesota went on 20-0 run in the first quarter and never looked back.

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NBA playoffs: Timberwolves run roughshod over Nuggets to force Game 7

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 20:57

Anthony Edwards is ready for Game 7.

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‘Mazzulla' docuseries: C's coach can relate to ‘misunderstood' dog breed

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 18:51

In Part 3 of our docuseries on Joe Mazzulla, the Celtics head coach relates to a misunderstood dog breed and takes our crew out for an Italian dinner in Rhode Island.

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Latest Lakers intel: Sources view JJ Redick as a leading coaching candidate

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 17:17

The Lakers made the most of the NBA scouting combine, fielding coaching candidate pitches, discussing trade options, evaluating Bronny James and more.

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76ers Tyrese Maxey wins 2024 NBA Sportsmanship Award

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 14:42

He already won Most Improved Player.

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Love him or not, irresistible Draymond is winning at game called life

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 14:06

Whether you love to hate him or hate to love him, Draymond Green continues to win at the game of life, Monte Poole writes.

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Mavs defense stops OKC, Celtics advance + offseason plans for Cavs, Hawks & Lakers | No Cap Room

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 13:05

Jake Fischer and Dan Devine discuss how the Dallas Mavericks won game 5 in Oklahoma City and talk about the offseason rumors swirling at the NBA Draft Combine.

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What does the future hold for Donovan Mitchell and the Cavs? | No Cap Room

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 12:19

Yahoo Sports Senior NBA writer Dan Devine and senior NBA reporter Jake Fischer break down the different options that Donovan Mitchell has moving forward with or without the Cavs. Hear the full conversation on “No Cap Room” - part of the “Ball Don’t Lie” podcast - and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen.

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How can the Mavericks ensure a Game 6 win vs. Thunder? | No Cap Room

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 12:11

Yahoo Sports Senior NBA writer Dan Devine and senior NBA reporter Jake Fischer talk about the Mavs vs. Thunder matchup and what both teams need to do to win. Hear the full conversation on “No Cap Room” - part of the “Ball Don’t Lie” podcast - and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen.

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Knicks just ‘focused on the task at hand’ heading into Indiana for Game 6

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 12:01

Despite their commanding Game 5 win, the Knicks remained focused on getting the job done heading into Friday's matchup in Indiana.

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What could JJ Redick becoming Lakers new head coach mean for the team's future? | No Cap Room

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 11:56

Yahoo Sports Senior NBA writer Dan Devine and senior NBA reporter Jake Fischer discuss the possibility of JJ Redick becoming the new head coach of the Lakers and how that will affect the Lakers future. Hear the full conversation on “No Cap Room” - part of the “Ball Don’t Lie” podcast - and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen.

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NBA Draft Combine: 10 players who helped their draft stock

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 11:24

Here's a look at 10 players who helped their draft stock the most during the NBA Draft Combine.

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Maxey named NBA's 2023-24 Sportsmanship Award winner

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 11:08

Tyrese Maxey received the Joe Dumars Trophy as the NBA's 2023-24 Sportsmanship Award winner.

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Why Aaron Gordon isn't invited to Nuggets team dinners this series

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 11:07

He missed one, the Nuggets started winning, and athletes don't mess with a streak.

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