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Boris Diaw drops off pretty behind-the-back pass.

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Yes, Nik Stauskas can do more than shoot on a basketball court.

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Chris Bosh sees a Big Four scenario in Miami as very, very unlikely.

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Michael Jordan is now worth $1 billion.

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Pacers scored the most points the Heat have allowed in half this postseason.

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Kevin Love is expected to leave the Wolves as a free agent if he isn't traded.

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After a month of playoff pressure and incredible off-court drama, the Los Angeles Clippers' resilience finally ran out in the last two games of their playoff run.

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The Charlotte Bobcats will officially become the Charlotte Hornets on May 20, the team announced.

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Stephen Jackson called the Clippers silent protest "Stupid."

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As the curtains close on Rufus, the Bobcats placed him in a bucket-list video.

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As players undergo testing at the Chicago predraft combine, we look back at how those before them performed in one of the most important measurements — the vertical leap.

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Andrew Wiggins jumps out of the gym.

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Deron Williams doesn't feel like the best player on the floor anymore.

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When is the NBA Draft Lottery?

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Los Angeles Clippers coach Doc Rivers has been fined $25,000 for public criticisms of officials, the NBA announced.

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The NBA said there was not enough evidence to overturn a controversial call late in the Thunder's Game 5 win over the Clippers.

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Dwyane Wade scored 20 points in the first half of Game 5.

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Roger Mason Jr. has backtracked on that statement that LeBron James would sit out next season if Donald Sterling was still owner of the Clippers.

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Chris Paul accepted the blame for making two late turnovers and committing the foul against Russell Westbrook that resulted in the Clippers' one-point loss.

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The Clippers were in position to take Game 5 of their second-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Then all hell broke loose.

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Despite improving his outside shot, John Wall struggles have continued. Yet in Game 5 vs. the Pacers he remains undeterred, taking and making big shots to help the Wizards survive a closeout game.

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Stan Van Gundy is on the brink of making a deal that will position him as coach of the Detroit Pistons.

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In an interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper, Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling said he was convinced that players, sponsors and fans still shared love for him.

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Adam Silver apologizes to Magic Johnson in aftermath of Donald Sterling latest attack.

Sterling saga

Donald Sterling's interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper on Monday took on many forms. It began with him taking a softer tone before he did a 180-degree turn with some harsh comments about Magic Johnson.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers have fired Mike Brown from his position as head coach, the team announced on Monday.

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Mitch McGary will miss the predraft combine as he continues to nurse a back injury.

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TNT broadcaster Steve Kerr could become head coach of the New York Knicks before the end of the week, according to a New York Daily News report.

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Clippers owner Donald Sterling's interview with Anderson Cooper to air on CNN.

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Lance Stephenson committed a big turnover almost cost Indiana.

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When team personnel arrives in Chicago for Wednesday's predraft combine to evaluate this year's crop of talent, they will not see three players who could land as pick Nos. 1-3 in the upcoming 2014 NBA Draft.

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The Clippers were on course to suffer a blowout loss similar to those that have marked second-round games. Chris Paul and Darren Collison led Los Angeles to turn around negative circumstances with a large run to pull the series even.

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Shelly Sterling is intent to keep the team within the family.

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The OKC Thunder's Serge Ibaka hit the Clippers' Blake Griffin in the groin.

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Clippers owner Donald Sterling said he will not sell the team.

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Elgin Baylor said, "Justice has been served," in the Donald Sterling ban.

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Shelly Sterling wants to keep the team within the family.

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The Golden State Warriors have reached out to Steve Kerr about their coaching vacancy.

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Clippers guard Jamal Crawford was named NBA's Sixth Man of the Year.

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Roy Hibbert scored 17 points in his first breakout game.

Garnett goose egg

Kevin Garnett posted the first scoreless postseason game of his career.

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Former NBA point guard Steve Francis stood alone and poured champagne on himself multiple times as Beyonce played in the background.

Jackson fired

Mark Jackson said the Warriors still have a championship-caliber team.

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Warriors coach Mark Jackson has been fired after three seasons.

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Kevin Durant named MVP for the 2013-14 season.

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The NBA's Donald Sterling saga, which appeared near a close, could, in fact, just be starting up.

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UConn coach Kevin Ollie is expected to meet with the Lakers.

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Chris Paul hit 8 3-pointers.

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Pacers center Roy Hibbert's struggles are well beyond panic time.

Pacers-Wizards

Indiana had trouble stopping Atlanta's shooters in its first-round series. That trend continued into Game 1 of the second round, as Bradley Beal and Trevor Ariza lit up the Pacers defense. SN's DeAntae Prince provides details.

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John Wall put together two highlight reel blocks in the first half.

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The New York Knicks could close their pursuit of Steve Kerr in the next week.

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Toronto Raptors coach Dwane Casey has agreed in priciple to a multi-year contract to remain with the team.

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Hawks offer virtual beer to each of this weekend's Game 7 losers.

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Terrence Ross came up with a steal that gave the Toronto Raptors one final possession in their Game 7.

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Kyle Lowry and the Raptors have no reason to be ashamed. Expected to be a lottery team, they instead push the Nets to a tough Game 7. Success in Toronto? SN's DeAntae Price says nobody saw it coming.

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Zach Randolph remains in shock after a one-game suspension kept him from playing in Game 7.

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The first-round series between the Los Angeles Clippers and Golden State Warriors has ended, but their rivalry is far from over.

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Amir Johnson had a big first quarter after hurting his knee early in the first quarter.

Hibbert headache

The Pacers are a defensive team, so center Roy Hibbert should be a key player, right? Wrong, Indiana has learned throughout its first-round series against Atlanta. In fact, Hibbert's benching was the biggest factor in a Game 6 win.

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George Hill and Mike Scott received technical fouls after a shoving match.

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The Indiana Pacers finally adjusted to their matchup and sat center Roy Hibbert.

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The Oklahoman's 'Mr. Unreliable' headline to describe Kevin Durant's struggles sparked a social firestorm.

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The Hawks announced that the "Pac is Back" on Thursday, ensuring a throwback to the logo introduced in the 1972 season.

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Considering the fact the Toronto Raptors now hold a 3-2 lead a series few gave them a chance to win, it was fitting that Kyle Lowry once again was the best player on the floor.

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The Lakers' Mike D'Antoni has resigned from his post as head coach.

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Kyle Lowry capped the perfect first half with a buzzer-beater off the glass.

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Oprah Winfrey, David Geffen and Larry Ellison will make a joint effort to buy the LA Clippers.

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Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford will be named Sixth Man of the Year.

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LeBron James wants NBA owners to vote Donald Sterling out as quickly as possible.

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Silver would need 23 owners to support the move in order to successfully oust Sterling, but it does not appear that he will need to round up support.

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An initial TMZ report indicated that Sterling will face and indefinite suspension and multi-million dollar fine for the racist remarks.

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Charlotte's silver lining

Kemba Walker couldn't keep the Bobcats from suffering their 20th straight loss to the Heat, eliminating Charlotte from the playoffs. But the budding star guard proved his worth even in defeat, SN's DeAntae Prince writes.

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The NBA's decision on a possible penalty for Sterling is expected to come during a Tuesday press conference to discuss its findings, with additional details being made available, NBA spokesman Mike Bass announced.

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Magic Johnson's stance was clear when he spoke on ESPN Countdown and said Donald Sterling should no longer own an NBA team. That could soon come to pass, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! Sports.

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At the urging of star LaMarcus Aldridge, the Portland Trail Blazers will wear black socks in protest of Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling's racist comments.

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Steve Kerr says he spoke with Phil Jackson twice over the weekend and that they will continue discussing his potential of becoming coach of the New York Knicks.

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Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson, speaking for the NBPA in an expanded role, said players want Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling banned from the remainder of the NBA playoffs and are interested in seeking the maximum penalty allowed.

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The Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry is one of the NBA's most accurate shooters — point blank.

Magic/Sterling

Lakers great Magic Johnson's reaction was swift and decisive when he caught wind of Clippers owner Donald Sterling's statement that he didn't want his girlfriend, V. Stiviano, consorting with black people.

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Charlotte center Al Jefferson sparked his team with a 15-point first quarter. Slowly but surely, Miami siphoned away his touches and crippled the Bobcats. Once they focused in on Jefferson, all was lost, SN's DeAntae Prince writes.

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Washington Wizards forward Nene has been suspended by the NBA for Game 4 of the team's first-round series against the Chicago Bulls for head-butting and grabbing Jimmy Butler around the neck with both hands and attempting to throw him down.

Magic/Sterling

Magic Johnson said he will never attend a Clippers game so long as Donald Sterling is the owner.

Sterling fallout

Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling told his girlfriend, V. Stiviano, he does not want her bringing black people to "his games," even going as far to state that the comment included Magic Johnson, according to audio obtained by TMZ.com.

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OKC Thunder star Kevin Durant had a rare night off, struggling with his shot in a 98-95 overtime loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. Check out the numbers that accompanied a tough night for the eventual MVP in Game 3.

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There are two side to Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook, and we saw both in the blink of an eye.

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Russell Westbrook's brother tweets that the Thunder need a new coach.

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It was just the Atlanta Hawks' night. That's the only explanation for point guard Jeff Teague's running 3-pointer to beat the shot clock.

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Perkins wanted to get teammate Thabo Sefolosha a free shot, so he sat on Memphis Grizzlies forward Mike Miller to prevent him from defending.

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One contest removed from his Game 2 performance of 27 points, 10 rebounds and six assists, George has played through the first half without scoring a single point.

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UNLV forward Khem Birch announced that he plans to forgo his remaining eligibility to enter the 2014 NBA Draft.

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Much was made of the Brooklyn Nets' decision to demote Lawrence Frank, a move that eventually led to a buyout of one of the NBA's most high-profile assistants.

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LaMarcus Aldridge is on a historic run and the Portland Trail Blazers are only two games into the postseason. Yes, he's been that good in these NBA playoffs.

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Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard played his best half of basketball yet, posting 25 points and eight rebounds in the first half, including 19 and five in the first quarter.

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The Bobcats' final possession turned into a disaster and ended with a Dwyane Wade steal.

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Because of their precision on offense, San Antonio rarely mounts big numbers in turnovers. Well, that wasn't the case in Wednesday night's Game 2 against the Dallas Mavericks.

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Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson is one of the more athletic wings in the NBA, even if he doesn't always utilize it. Check his leaping ability on this block.

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Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki struggled through his team's Game 1 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, totaling a 4-of-14 effort for only 11 points. His shooting struggles continue today.

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Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson remains determined to play in Game 2 of his team's first-round series against the Miami Heat, even with a partially torn plantar fascia.

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Goran Dragic has been honored as the NBA's Most Improved Player after his career year helped lead the Suns to 23 more wins this season.

Phil/Knicks

Phil Jackson hasn't hesitated to get his hands on the Knicks, and that includes answering questions about owner James Dolan. SN's DeAntae Prince says Jackson's major issues include Carmelo Anthony.

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James Dolan opposed the firing of certain employees and suggested Phil Jackson focus on building a winning team.

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Pacers guards Lance Stephenson and Evan Turner engaged in a fistfight on the practice floor on the even of the NBA playoffs, according Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! Sports.

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Yes, Rob Ford is the Toronto mayor who became famous for admitting he smoked crack cocaine. But it appears we've swept that under the rug in favor of a new focus — his rabid sports fandom.

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This was weird even for Drake, who seems to get weirder by the day.

Live blog

Sporting News is with you for every step of the road through these NBA playoffs. Tonight's action ended with Bulls-Wizards. Joakim Noah and crew now trail 2-0 after a 101-99 loss to Washington, their second home defeat.

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Kentucky forward Julius Randle announced on Thursday that he plans to enter the 2014 NBA Draft, which is what we all expected from a star of this past year's vaunted one-and-done class.

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Oklahoma City finished the plays we will remember, with the heroics of Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook front and center. But Memphis, forever strong and steady, won the race through Zach Randolph in a 111-105 Game 2 win.

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Long a shining monument to the Los Angeles Lakers, the Clippers are slowly claiming Staples Center as their own.

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Sporting News will be with you for every step of the road through these NBA playoffs. The action continues with Thunder-Grizzlies in Oklahoma City, where Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook hope to take a 2-0 first-round lead.

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Toronto general manager Masai Ujiri will not be fined for screaming "F*** Brooklyn" before a large gathering of fans, instead receiving a formal warning from the league for his statement.

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The NBA has issued a statement acknowledging that the incorrect call was made when Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard picked up his sixth foul in Sunday's 122-120 Game 1 overtime loss.

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The Utah Jazz have decided not to offer coach Tryone Corbin a new contract, ending his tenure with the franchise, the team announced on Monday.

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Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson will not cause any further damade to his plantar fascia injury by playing on the hurt foot, team doctors told reporters.

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Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley suffered no damage to the knee and is expected to play in Game 2, according to a Yahoo! Sports report.

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We all know Damian Lillard for his calm demeanor and deadly basketball ability. Both were on display as he teamed with LaMarcus Aldridge to lead the Trail Blazers to a 122-120 overtime win over the Rockets in Game 1.

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Bobcats coach Steve Clifford said Al Jefferson might have ripped something with his plantar fascia.

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The NBA admitted that officials missed a foul against Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul on a critical fourth-quarter play that ended with the Golden State Warriors assuming possession.

Live blog

Sporting News will be with you for every step of the road through these NBA playoffs. The action culminated with Rockets-Trail Blazers in Houston, where one of the most intriguing series of the playoffs got under way.

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The Harrison twins are awaiting official word from NBA people before making a decision on whether to enter the 2014 draft.

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Raptors arena officials have pledged that the shot clock in the Air Canada Centre will work when the Toronto takes on the Brooklyn Nets in Game 2 on Tuesday.

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Brooklyn Nets forward Paul Pierce scored nine of his 15 points in the fourth quarter, and no shot was bigger than the fadeaway he hit to gain an 88-81 lead over the Toronto Raptors with less than a minute left.

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Blake Griffin poured water on a fan standing behind him as he stared at the replay and objected to the foul call.

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Andrei Kirilenko's wife, Masha, expressed confusion about her husband's DNP through Instagram and a Nelly reference.

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Sporting News will be with you for every step of the road through these NBA playoffs. The action continues in Oklahoma City, where the Thunder started their first-rounf game against Memphis the way a top team should.

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An exhaustive number of reports have pinned members of Phil Jackson's coaching tree as the next New York Knicks coach, and Steve Kerr emerged as the favorite to replace Mike Woodson.

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Thought the Bulls weren't a legit NBA playoff threat, didn't you? Well, Joakim Noah and the herd beg to differ. SN's Deantae Prince says they figure to be a tough out because of their hard-edged experience.

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Former bottom-feeders, the Bobcats aren't far removed from posting the worst winning percentage in NBA history. Now a postseason team, expectations for Charlotte remain at the ground floor, SN's DeAntae Prince writes.

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Kobe Bryant wants to flush the Lakers' struggle of a season from his memory.

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With all 16 spots clinched, we move on to the NBA postseason matchups. A lot of the positioning came down to Wednesday's final games in the regular season. Sporting News breaks down each first-round series.

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Arizona announced the departures of Aaron Gordon and Nick Johnson on Monday, as both players plan to enter the 2014 NBA Draft.

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Lamar Odom is close to landing a deal with Phil Jackson and the New York Knicks on a trial basis, according to Marc Stein of ESPN.com.

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Michigan State Gary Harris, who has been watched by NBA teams for the past two seasons, made it official and announced that he will enter the 2014 June NBA Draft.

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The West has been contentious all season, and it will be right up until the last second of the regular season. SN's DeAntae Prince details what is at stake when the Phoenix Suns and Memphis Grizzlies play Monday night.

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Syracuse forward Jerami Grant, son of former NBA veteran Harvey Grant, is expected to announce his decision to enter the NBA draft on Monday, according to Pete Thamel of Sports Illustrated.

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Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard has finalized a shoe contract with adidas that is among the most lucrative in the NBA, according to a USA Today report.

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The Detroit Pistons have announced that Joe Dumars is officially out as team president after 29 teams with the franchise.

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Jonathan Fleming was convicted for the 1990 murder of Darryl Rush and sentenced to 25 years to life in prison, despite the fact that he was in another state at the time of Rush's death.

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Arizona forward Aaron Gordon is expected to announce his decision to enter the NBA Draft, according to Marc J. Spears of Yahoo! Sports.

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It was surprising to see Nick Young try to pull off a second 360 layup, but his nickname isn't Swaggy for nothing.

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Minnesota Wolves owner Glen Taylor is not yet willing to concede that his team made a mistake in failing to sign Love to a five-year deal.

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Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan is playing the best basketball of his career, and dunks similar to the one he posted over Detroit Pistons forward Kyle Singler have become par for the course.

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When you post a season like the Knicks — one filled with hilarious blunders — you get the kind of treatment provided in this "One Shining Moment" dedicated to their 2013-14 season.

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Pacers guard Lance Stephenson finished with 17 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds in a 102-97 win over the OKC Thunder to set a new franchise record with his fifth triple-double of the season.

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NBA players do not like for their opponents to see the ball go in after a player has been ruled dead. Rusell Westbrook's block attempt after the whistle backfired.

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Before there were inklings about whether Calipari could bolt for the Lakers, there was interest, via a third-party, from the New York Knicks, according to ESPNNewYork.com.

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Louisville's KFC YUM! Center will host an NBA preseason game when the Miami Heat and New Orleans Pelicans play there on Oct. 4, the first time an NBA game will be held at the arena, according to WLKY.com.

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With four games remaining this season, the New Orleans Pelicans decided to shut down forward Anthony Davis and guard Eric Gordon, the team announced.

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The Charlotte Bobcats have signed D.J. White for the remainder of the season, following a run of two 10-day contracts, the team announced.

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Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving and Bobcats forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist are both St. Patrick's alums, and each played with UMass' Derrick Gordon, who became the first openly gay man in Division I basketball.

Embiid goes pro

Kansas center Joel Embiid, who could be the No. 1 pick this summer, has officially declared for the NBA Draft.

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Nets center Jason Collins' brave act of coming out and becoming the first openly gay NBA player will have a lasting effect. Derrick Gordon is an example of that.

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N.C. State guard T.J. Warren, perhaps college basketball's best scorer, has announced he will enter the 2014 NBA Draft.

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The Los Angeles Lakers' injury issues are so dire that they cannot keep replacement players on the court.

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Joe Dumars could be near the end of his run with the Detroit Pistons organization, which begin when he drafted as a player in 1985.

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Among the NBA teams eliminated from the postseason are the Pistons and Wolves, who were expected to make the playoffs.

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A list of NBA teams that have clinched a playoffs spot and those vying for position, including the competitive Western Conference.

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The Indiana Pacers' slump reached historic levels on Sunday, as they put forth an all-time low of 23 points in the first half of their Sunday game against the Atlanta Hawks.

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J.R. Smith's New York Knicks might have suffered a 102-91 loss to the Miami Heat, but he still managed to make history.

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North Carolina forward James Michael McAdoo has decided to enter the 2014 NBA Draft, the school announced on Thursday.

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The Charlotte Bobcats have entered new territory on several fronts, with their impending postseason appearance and center Al Jefferson and coach Steve Clifford being considered for postseason awards.

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Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat pulled the oldest trick in the book Wednesday when he jumped in the huddle with the Boston Celtics.

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The NBA has determined that Golden State Warriors center Jermaine O'Neal's block of the shot attempt from Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis was a goaltend, the league announced.

Sampson's return

Rockets assistant Kelvin Sampson has agreed to five-year deal to take on the head coaching position with the University of Houston in a return to college basketball, according Jeff Goodman of ESPN.com.

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Former Grizzlies coach Lionel Hollins is ready to make a return to coaching, he told the Portland Tribune.

Parker's future

Duke forward Jabari Parker — projected as the No. 1 pick by Sporting News — is considering a second collegiate season, according to Chad Ford of ESPN.com.

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It appears the Lakers could be leaning toward a Mike D'Antoni return for the 2014-15 season, according to Kevin Ding of Bleacher Report.

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Jordan Hill has grown frustrated with his lack of a role on the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Dirk Nowitzki put Conon O'Brien's Texas knowledge to the test.

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Members of the media learned of Jennings' fine via an NBA press release, but Brandon Jennings learned in a less direct way.

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NBA commissioner Adam Silver is down on record as stating that the addition of ads to jerseys is inevitable to hit the league.

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Sure, Kings center DeMarcus Cousins fooled us with his fake R&B album, but Heat star LeBron James kept it real — kind of.

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DeMarcus Cousins' announcement of a forthcoming R&B album, which was dangerously close to April Fools' Day, turned out to be a hoax.

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Kansas' Andrew Wiggins held a press conference Monday afternoon to announce what we all assumed before his freshman season started — he will enter the NBA draft after one collegiate season.

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DeMarcus Cousins used YouTube to announce his intentions to pursue music with an album called "Misunderstood," a fitting title for his first foray into recording.

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Trey Burke received the sting of disenchanted Michigan fans who sent shots his way over Twitter.

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Dennis Rodman once signed books in a wedding dressed so the element of surprise is low when it comes to seeing him in women's clothing and makeup. Spotting Rodman in full drag queen regalia on the basketball court is new, however.

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Things have since cooled for Paul George, who has struggled through much of the NBA season's second half. One area of frustration for George comes in how officials handle his foul calls.

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Arizona forward Aaron Gordon, whose team suffered an Elite Eight loss on Saturday, is expected to enter the NBA Draft, according to Marc Spears of Yahoo! Sports.

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Kansas center Joel Embiid will declare for the 2014 NBA Draft, Adrian Wojnarwoski of Yahoo! Sports reports. However, coach Bill Self tells the Lawrence Journal-World that no decision has yet been made.

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The Atlanta Police Department is investigating assault allegations against Shaquille O'Neal, according to a WSB-TV report.

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In Burke's estimation, anyone Jazz follower who favors lottery positioning over wins, is selfish, he told the Salt Lake Tribune.

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Lakers guard Nick Young takes a lot of shots, and many of them go in. So it makes complete sense for him to see a shot go halfway down and celebrate, but that doesn't make it any less funny.

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Place Howard on the Houston Rockets and we were bound to get footage of his NASA play date. The wait is over.

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Place Howard on the Houston Rockets and we were bound to get footage of his NASA play date. The wait is over.

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While a lot of information about their tumultuous relationship came out second hand, Bryant provided a few nuggets on his frustrations with O'Neal in a long interview with the New Yorker.

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Golden State Warriors coach Mark Jackson has decided to reassign assistant Brian Scalabrine, according to a Yahoo! Sports report.