Tag: NBA Eastern Conference
McMillan only reluctantly agreed to be Hawks’ interim coach
Nate McMillan reluctantly agreed to serve as the Atlanta Hawks' interim coach and only accepted the position after conferring with Lloyd Pierce following Pierce's...
AP source: NBA set to remove restriction on 2-way deals
MIAMI — The NBA has moved closer to a deal where players on two-way contracts would be eligible to appear on the active roster...
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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Cavs’ Love honored for mental health advocacy, charity work
CLEVELAND — Kevin Love's devotion to raising awareness and advocating for mental health during isolating times has earned him another honor.
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Pelicans’ Zion Williamson sits out against Miami Heat
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Pelicans All-Star Zion Williamson was scratched from the lineup shortly before the club's game against Miami on Thursday night...
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...
Hawks’ Bogdanovic progresses in recovery from fractured knee
ATLANTA — Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic has progressed to one-on-one drills with contact as he recovers from a fractured right knee.
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Thunder change uniforms at halftime after mix-up with Hawks
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma City Thunder changed uniforms at halftime after a mix-up left the Thunder and the Atlanta Hawks wearing similar colors...
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...
Cavs, Indians, Browns unite police, area youth for change
CLEVELAND — Trying to strengthen the strained relationship between the community and city police, the Cavaliers hosted dozens of area youth for what the...