Tag: NBA Atlantic Division
Embiid emerges as NBA MVP front-runner for East-best 76ers
PHILADELPHIA — Joel Embiid sank a step-back jumper in the final minute of the best game of his NBA career, ran back with his...
Offense winning in NBA, Nets want to prove it in playoffs
NEW YORK — Defense wins championships is one of the oldest clichés in sports.
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Exciting 2nd half awaits NBA, but virus may still have a say
While LeBron James was largely resting through the All-Star Game, the Brooklyn Nets were adding another piece for a run at his title.
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Kawhi and Popovich reunited? Leonard wants to go to Olympics
Kawhi Leonard is planning to play for Gregg Popovich again and chase a gold medal.
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Clippers’ Leonard sits out Celtics matchup with back spasms
BOSTON — The Clippers say All-Star Kawhi Leonard is sitting out their matchup with the Celtics due to back spasms.
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Raptors-Pistons postponed, tentatively set for Wednesday
TAMPA, Fla. — Toronto's game against Detroit that was scheduled for Tuesday is being postponed until Wednesday, a move that the NBA hopes gives...
Nets’ Irving to rest shoulder in Saturday game vs Mavs
NEW YORK — The Brooklyn Nets have ruled Kyrie Irving out of their game Saturday night to rest his right shoulder, leaving them without...
Mavs’ Porzingis shrugs off trade talk after latest injury
There was one difference during yet another multigame injury absence for Kristaps Porzingis with the Dallas Mavericks.
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Another wave of fans returning to sports despite COVID-19
Whitney Munro had some concerns about returning to sporting events. So, like any good mom, she did her homework, learning more about the policies...
AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead
Feb. 27
1918 — The first neutral site game in NHL...