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Knicks add Karl-Anthony Towns from Timberwolves after completing three-team trade with Hornets
Read full article: Knicks add Karl-Anthony Towns from Timberwolves after completing three-team trade with HornetsKarl-Anthony Towns has joined the Knicks after the Minnesota Timberwolves sent their four-time All-Star to New York in a three-team deal that also included the Charlotte Hornets.
Timberwolves agree to trade Towns to Knicks for Randle, DiVincenzo, 1st-rounder, AP source says
Read full article: Timberwolves agree to trade Towns to Knicks for Randle, DiVincenzo, 1st-rounder, AP source saysThe Minnesota Timberwolves are sending Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks in exchange for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and a first-round draft pick in a franchise-altering deal.
Cavaliers to interview Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori for head coaching vacancy, AP source says
Read full article: Cavaliers to interview Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori for head coaching vacancy, AP source saysA person familiar with the meeting tells The Associated Press that the Cleveland Cavaliers will interview Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori for their head coaching vacancy in the next few days.
Kyrie Irving said late in the season that the Mavs were just getting started. He was right
Read full article: Kyrie Irving said late in the season that the Mavs were just getting started. He was rightKyrie Irving was not making a threat, nor was he boasting, nor was he saying anything that would be considered outlandish.
Nugent-Hopkins scores 2 power-play goals and Oilers beat Stars 3-1 to move a win away from Cup final
Read full article: Nugent-Hopkins scores 2 power-play goals and Oilers beat Stars 3-1 to move a win away from Cup finalRyan Nugent-Hopkins scored two quick power-play goals, Stuart Skinner stopped 19 shots and the Edmonton Oilers beat the top-seeded Dallas Stars 3-1 in the Western Conference Final to take a 3-2 series lead.
Towns, Edwards lift Wolves over Mavs 105-100 to avoid sweep in West finals
Read full article: Towns, Edwards lift Wolves over Mavs 105-100 to avoid sweep in West finalsKarl-Anthony Towns scored 20 of his 25 points in the second half and the Minnesota Timberwolves held off the Dallas Mavericks 105-100 to avoid a sweep in the Western Conference finals.
Mavs' Lively out with sprained neck as Kleber returns from shoulder injury against Wolves
Read full article: Mavs' Lively out with sprained neck as Kleber returns from shoulder injury against WolvesMavericks center Dereck Lively II is out for Game 4 of the Western Conference finals against Minnesota with a sprained neck, but the Dallas frontcourt will get a boost with the return of Maxi Kleber from a separated shoulder.
Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving each score 33 points as Mavs beat Wolves for 3-0 lead in West finals
Read full article: Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving each score 33 points as Mavs beat Wolves for 3-0 lead in West finalsLuka Doncic and Kyrie Irving scored 33 points apiece and the Dallas Mavericks made all the big plays late again, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-107 for a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference finals.
Stars drop 7th straight Game 1, falling 3-2 to Oilers in 2nd overtime in West final
Read full article: Stars drop 7th straight Game 1, falling 3-2 to Oilers in 2nd overtime in West finalThe Dallas Stars got a tying goal from Tyler Seguin late in regulation, then had a four-minute power play early in overtime in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final.
Towns treasures Timberwolves' trip to West finals as Doncic-Irving duo hits stride for Mavericks
Read full article: Towns treasures Timberwolves' trip to West finals as Doncic-Irving duo hits stride for MavericksKarl-Anthony Towns has seen the payoff this spring for his commitment to and sacrifice for the Minnesota Timberwolves.
North West joins starry concert event of 'The Lion King' at Hollywood Bowl
Read full article: North West joins starry concert event of 'The Lion King' at Hollywood BowlNorth West, the daughter of Kim Kardashian and Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, is going from “Paw Patrol” to another animal project: A starry “Lion King” concert.
Feel the Bern: Welcome to Detroit, Monty Williams! Now fix the Pistons
Read full article: Feel the Bern: Welcome to Detroit, Monty Williams! Now fix the PistonsThe Pistons will officially announce Monty Williams as their new head coach today, and he replaces Dwayne Casey who held that job for the past couple of years.
Vegas, year removed from missing playoffs, gets to 2nd Stanley Cup Final
Read full article: Vegas, year removed from missing playoffs, gets to 2nd Stanley Cup FinalThe Vegas Golden Knights are in their second Stanley Cup Final in the franchise's six seasons a year after the only time they missed the playoffs.
Golden Knights advance to 2nd Stanley Cup Final after G6 win over Stars
Read full article: Golden Knights advance to 2nd Stanley Cup Final after G6 win over StarsWilliam Karlsson scored two goals and had an assist as the Vegas Golden Knights advanced to their second Stanley Cup Final with a 6-0 rout over Dallas.
Dellandrea scores twice in 3rd, Stars stay alive with 4-2 victory over Golden Knights
Read full article: Dellandrea scores twice in 3rd, Stars stay alive with 4-2 victory over Golden KnightsTy Dellandrea scored twice in a 1:27 span midway through the third period and the Dallas Stars beat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 on Saturday night to stay alive in the Western Conference Final.
Joe Pavelski scores on OT power play, Stars beat Golden Knights 3-2 to avoid West sweep
Read full article: Joe Pavelski scores on OT power play, Stars beat Golden Knights 3-2 to avoid West sweepJoe Pavelski scored on a power play at 3:18 of overtime and the Dallas Stars avoided a sweep in the Western Conference final with a 3-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday night.
Nuggets blow past Suns 125-100, advance to Western Conference finals
Read full article: Nuggets blow past Suns 125-100, advance to Western Conference finalsNikola Jokic scored 32 points, Jamal Murray added 26 and the Denver Nuggets advanced to the Western Conference finals for the first time since 2020 by beating the shorthanded Phoenix Suns 125-100 in Game 6 on Thursday night.
Booker, Durant both score 36, Suns even series with Nuggets
Read full article: Booker, Durant both score 36, Suns even series with NuggetsDevin Booker had 36 points and 12 assists, Kevin Durant also had 36 points and the Phoenix Suns beat the Denver Nuggets 129-124 to even their Western Conference semifinal playoff series at two games apiece.
Booker scores 47, Durant adds 39, Suns beat Nuggets 121-114
Read full article: Booker scores 47, Durant adds 39, Suns beat Nuggets 121-114Devin Booker scored 47 points, Kevin Durant added 39 and the Phoenix Suns beat the Nuggets 121-114 to cut Denver’s lead to 2-1 in their Western Conference semifinal series.
Lakers withstood every Warriors run, hope for more in Game 2
Read full article: Lakers withstood every Warriors run, hope for more in Game 2The Los Angels Lakers needed every bit of effort and energy from the opening tip to the final buzzer to win 117-112 in a wild Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinals against the Golden State Warriors.
Francouz, Kadri lead Avs to 4-0 win over Oilers in Game 2
Read full article: Francouz, Kadri lead Avs to 4-0 win over Oilers in Game 2Nazem Kadri had three assists in a 2:04 span in the second period, backup Pavel Francouz stopped 24 shots for his second career playoff shutout and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Edmonton Oilers 4-0 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference finals.
Warriors beat Mavericks 120-110 to return to NBA Finals
Read full article: Warriors beat Mavericks 120-110 to return to NBA FinalsKlay Thompson shimmied his way to 32 points and the Golden State Warriors advanced to their sixth NBA Finals in the past eight seasons by beating the Dallas Mavericks 120-110 in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals.
Jordan Poole, Warriors sink Dallas; 1 win away from NBA Finals
Read full article: Jordan Poole, Warriors sink Dallas; 1 win away from NBA FinalsThe emergence of Jordan Poole has the Golden State Warriors one game away from the NBA Finals after defeating Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks 109-103 on Sunday.
Curry, Warriors take 3-0 lead on Mavericks with 109-100 win
Read full article: Curry, Warriors take 3-0 lead on Mavericks with 109-100 winStephen Curry scored 31 points, Andrew Wiggins added 27 while posterizing Luka Doncic on a dunk and the Golden State Warriors beat the Dallas Mavericks 109-100 for a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference finals.
Ja Morant doubtful for rest of NBA playoffs with bone bruise
Read full article: Ja Morant doubtful for rest of NBA playoffs with bone bruiseThe Memphis Grizzlies say All-Star guard Ja Morant is doubtful for the remainder of the postseason after an MRI and further evaluation revealed a bone bruise in his injured right knee.
Curry, Warriors rally past Grizzlies 101-98 for 3-1 lead
Read full article: Curry, Warriors rally past Grizzlies 101-98 for 3-1 leadStephen Curry converted eight free throws over the final 45.7 seconds on the way to 32 points, leading the Golden State Warriors’ fourth-quarter comeback for a 101-98 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies and a 3-1 lead in the Western Conference semifinals.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr out with COVID-19, Brown steps in
Read full article: Warriors coach Steve Kerr out with COVID-19, Brown steps inWarriors coach Steve Kerr tested positive for COVID-19 and will be replaced by associate head coach Mike Brown on the bench for Golden State in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Memphis Grizzlies.
Injured Grizzlies star Ja Morant unlikely to play in Game 4
Read full article: Injured Grizzlies star Ja Morant unlikely to play in Game 4Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is unlikely to play in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against Golden State on Monday night after injuring his right knee on a play with Jordan Poole that the teams are debating from Memphis’ 142-112 defeat Saturday night.
McCollum cheered in return, helps Pelicans beat Blazers
Read full article: McCollum cheered in return, helps Pelicans beat BlazersCJ McCollum received a 90-second standing ovation in his first visit to Portland since a February trade to New Orleans, then scored 25 points to lead the Pelicans over the Trail Blazers 117-107.
Ex-Red Wings goalie Dominik Hasek slams Ovechkin, says NHL should suspend Russian contracts
Read full article: Ex-Red Wings goalie Dominik Hasek slams Ovechkin, says NHL should suspend Russian contractsFormer Detroit Red Wings goalie Dominik Hasek took to Twitter over the weekend, calling for the NHL to suspend contracts of all Russian players after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Timbers down RSL 2-0 for conference title, MLS final berth
Read full article: Timbers down RSL 2-0 for conference title, MLS final berthFelipe Mora and Santiago Moreno scored and the Portland Timbers advanced to the MLS Cup final with a 2-0 victory over Real Salt Lake in the Western Conference final on Saturday.
AP Source: Pelicans, Grizzlies, agree to multi-player trade
Read full article: AP Source: Pelicans, Grizzlies, agree to multi-player tradeA person familiar with the situation says the Memphis Grizzlies have agreed to trade center Jonas Valanciunas to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for center Steven Adams, guard Eric Bledsoe and an exchange of first-round choices in this week’s draft.
Gritty Clippers stave off elimination, beat Suns 116-102
Read full article: Gritty Clippers stave off elimination, beat Suns 116-102Paul George scored 41 points, Reggie Jackson added 23 and the resilient Los Angeles Clippers staved off elimination by beating the Phoenix Suns 116-102 in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals.
EXPLAINER: Why was Deandre Ayton's dunk a legal NBA play?
Read full article: EXPLAINER: Why was Deandre Ayton's dunk a legal NBA play?When Phoenix’s Deandre Ayton reached over the rim to dunk Jae Crowder’s pass for what became the winning points of the Suns’ 104-103 win over the Los Angeles Clippers, several players immediately argued that the play was illegal.
NHL preparing to adjust Stanley Cup playoffs if needed
Read full article: NHL preparing to adjust Stanley Cup playoffs if neededThe NHL is preparing to adjust playoff contingency plans if virus restrictions in Canada prevent travel between provinces or back and forth to the U.S. Commissioner Gary Bettman says it’s going to depend on government regulations in terms of where teams will be able to travel.
Red Wings history: Detroit sets NHL record consecutive single-season home wins on Feb. 14, 2012
Read full article: Red Wings history: Detroit sets NHL record consecutive single-season home wins on Feb. 14, 2012(Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings set an NHL for the most consecutive wins at home in a single season on Feb. 14, 2012. They won their 21st consecutive game of the season in a 3-1 victory over the Dallas Stars that day, then won a 23rd consecutive home game on Feb. 19, 2012 to break the Boston Bruins’ consecutive home game wins record that spanned two seasons in 1929-30. The Red Wings went on to extend their impressive playoff streak record that season to 21 consecutive. The Nashville Predators, however, defeated the Red Wings in the opening round in five games. Here’s a look a the Red Wings roster for that series:Justin AbdelkaderTodd BertuzziDan ClearyPavel DatsyukCory EmmertonJonathan EricssonValtteri Filppula*Johan FranzenDarren Helm*Tomas HolmstromJimmy HowardJiri HudlerNiklas KronwallNicklas LidstromDrew MillerGustav NyquistKyle QuinceyBrad StuartIan WhiteHenrik Zetterberg* Filppula and Helm are on the Red Wings 2020-21 roster -- this is Filppula’s second stint with the franchise.
Virus concerns hit Dallas, Columbus as NHL season looms
Read full article: Virus concerns hit Dallas, Columbus as NHL season loomsThe NHL said Friday that six Dallas Stars players and two staff members have tested positive for COVID-19 in a development that will push back the opener for the defending Western Conference champions by nearly a week. The Columbus Blue Jackets also held a number of players off the ice “out of abundance of caution” in another reminder that the pandemic will likely play havoc with the season opening next Wednesday. Dallas had been set to open the season Jan. 14 at Florida. The Dallas players and staff are self-isloating and the team’s training facilities were closed for the next several days amid contact tracing. The NHL has shortened the regular season to 56 games for each of its 31 teams, who will play only division foes and sometimes multiple times in a matter of a few days.
Sounders score twice late, stun Minnesota United 3-2
Read full article: Sounders score twice late, stun Minnesota United 3-2Seattle Sounders forward Will Bruin (17) shoots to score against Minnesota United during the second half of an MLS playoff Western Conference final soccer match, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)SEATTLE – Gustav Svensson scored off a corner kick in the final moments of second-half stoppage time, and the Seattle Sounders beat Minnesota United 3-2 on Monday night to advance to the MLS Cup final. Seattle scored three times in the final 15 minutes of regulation and stoppage time to stun Minnesota and claim the Western Conference championship for the fourth time in the past five seasons. Will Bruin scored in the 75th minute to pull Seattle within 2-1 and set the stage for the wild final moments when the Sounders scored twice off corner kicks. But Svensson came through by rising above on the final corner kick and giving the Sounders the victory.
Stephen Curry wants to stay with Warriors rest of his career
Read full article: Stephen Curry wants to stay with Warriors rest of his careerFILE - In this May 30, 2016, file photo, fans cheer as Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry yells after the Warriors beat the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the NBA basketball Western Conference finals in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)SAN FRANCISCO – Stephen Curry wants to play until he's 40, perhaps even beyond. And he wants it to be with the Golden State Warriors the entire way. “That was always the goal,” Curry said Monday on a Zoom call with reporters following the first day of training camp. Any time I say I want to play up to 40 she'll definitely give me a little look,” Curry said.
Murray, Nuggets hang on in Game 3, cut Lakers' lead to 2-1
Read full article: Murray, Nuggets hang on in Game 3, cut Lakers' lead to 2-1With Denver's lead down to four, Murray made a 3-pointer with 2:16 remaining. It would grow to 18 and could have been worse if not for Davis, who scored nine straight Lakers points. The Lakers got the first five points of the third to cut the lead in half, but Denver regained control and led 93-75 after three. Nuggets: Denver's last halftime lead had been a 59-57 edge over the Clippers in Game 3 of the West semifinals. THE AIR UP THEREThe Lakers came into the game 4-0 in the playoffs as the designated road team.
Report: Detroit Pistons agree to deal with ex-All Star Joe Johnson
Read full article: Report: Detroit Pistons agree to deal with ex-All Star Joe JohnsonJohnson, 38, spent last season in the Big 3 league, winning the MVP and leading his team to a championship. He last played in the NBA for the Houston Rockets and Utah Jazz during the 2017-2018 season. Johnson reportedly worked out for the Pistons on Tuesday. Various reports, including Chris Hayes of ESPN, say the Pistons and Johnson have agreed to a one-year deal. Detroit Pistons are waiving forward Michael Beasley, league sources tell Yahoo Sports.
Report: Pistons close to deal with ex-All Star Joe Johnson
Read full article: Report: Pistons close to deal with ex-All Star Joe JohnsonJohnson, 38, spent last season in the Big 3 league, winning the MVP and leading his team to a championship. He last played in the NBA for the Houston Rockets and Utah Jazz during the 2017-2018 season. Johnson reportedly worked out for the Pistons on Tuesday. Jeff Goodman of Stadium reported Thursday the Pistons are close to a deal with Johnson, reporting the team is likely to release Michael Beasley to make room. Detroit Pistons on the verge of signing Joe Johnson, source told @Stadium.
Report: Pistons favorite to sign ex-All Star Joe Johnson
Read full article: Report: Pistons favorite to sign ex-All Star Joe JohnsonJohnson, 38, spent last season in the Big 3 league, winning the MVP and leading his team to a championship. He last played in the NBA for the Houston Rockets and Utah Jazz during the 2017-2018 season. ESPN's Dave McMenamin reports Johnson is working out for the Pistons on Tuesday. Frank Isola of The Athletic reports the Pistons are likely the favorite to sign Johnson. From @TheFrankIsola on @SiriusXMNBA: "From what I'm hearing, Detroit is the favorite to land Joe Johnson.
NBA: San Antonio Spurs legend Tim Duncan joins former team coaching staff
Read full article: NBA: San Antonio Spurs legend Tim Duncan joins former team coaching staffOKLAHOMA CITY, OK - MAY 12: Tim Duncan #21 of the San Antonio Spurs waits for the Oklahoma City Thunder to bring the ball down court during the second half of Game Six of the Western Conference Semifinals during the 2016 NBA Playoffs at theThe San Antonio Spurs on Monday announced that Will Hardy and Tim Duncan will be added to Gregg Popovichs bench as assistant coaches. Hardy first joined the Spurs as a basketball operations intern in 2010 after graduating from Williams College. Will Hardy is a talented, young basketball mind who has earned a great deal of respect from everyone in the organization thanks to his knowledge, spirit and personality, said Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich. Duncan, a 1997 Wake Forest graduate, played 19 seasons with the Spurs before retiring in the summer of 2016. It is only fitting that after I served loyally for 19 years as Tim Duncans assistant, that he returns the favor, said Popovich.
NBA Summer League Day 5: Highlights from all 9 games in Las Vegas
Read full article: NBA Summer League Day 5: Highlights from all 9 games in Las VegasThe Croatians were led by Roko Rogic who had 9 points, six rebounds and five assists. Utah Jazz 97, Portland Trail Blazers 93The Utah Jazz got an impressive win over the Portland Trail Blazers with Tony Bradley leading the way. Bradley had 17 points, seven rebounds and three assists while Afernee Simons of the Trail Blazers had 35 points, six rebounds and two assists. The Suns guard James Palmer Jr. led the way for them with 18 points, five rebounds and four assists. The Clippers were led by Terance Mann, who had 15 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists.
Turnovers lead to loss for the Las Vegas Aces against Los Angeles Sparks
Read full article: Turnovers lead to loss for the Las Vegas Aces against Los Angeles SparksIn a Western Conference matchup, the Las Vegas Aces took on the Los Angeles Sparks. The game was close in the first quarter, but at the midway point in the second quarter the Sparks started to pull away. Candance Parker lead the way with 18 points and nine rebounds. Chelsea Gray also scored 18 points, and rookie Kalani Brown added 12 to help the Sparks snap a four-game losing streak. Liz Cambage led the way with 18 points, A'ja Wilson added 13 points and Kayla McBride had 10 points.
WNBA: Las Vegas Aces look to battle with Los Angeles Sparks
Read full article: WNBA: Las Vegas Aces look to battle with Los Angeles Sparks1 team in the Western Conference, the Las Vegas Aces. Sitting at 4th in the Western conference and a 4-6 record the Sparks will have to pick up the pace to have a winning season. Leading the way for the Sparks is Maria Vadeeva who averages 24 points per game, along with Nneka Ogwumike who averages 14 points per game. Coming off a win against the Seattle Storm, the Las Vegas Aces are in first place place in the Western conference. Led by A'ja Wilson, who averages 15 points and 7 rebounds per game, the Aces have a good chance on continuing to get wins.