Manu Ginobili starts and sparks Spurs but sputters at end
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That's why reminders like this one from Serge Ibaka, guarding Manu Ginobili on a switch, are always fun. It's all posturing, but it's still meaningf.
That's why reminders like this one from Serge Ibaka, guarding Manu Ginobili on a switch, are always fun. It's all posturing, but it's still meaningful. It remains to be seen if Ibaka's actions will be painted as self-assured or arrogant.
By PAUL J. WEBER AP SAN ANTONIO (AP) – Spurs guard Manu Ginobili is back in the starting lineup for Game 5 against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night. Ginobili replaces Danny Green, who is shooting just 8 of 28 in the Western Conference finals.
Manu Ginobili, not Green, would start at guard for the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals vs. the Oklahoma City Thunder. Green had bee.
Here's the thing about animated GIFs: they're capable of such greatness that we often see one GIF that far outclasses the rest of the pack. That's certainly what we've seen the last two weeks, in which the hockey GIF and
Read MorePacers-Heat: Udonis Haslem suspended for Game 6; LeBron James is here to play …
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Doesn't Haslem known he's no henchman? That's a job for Dexter Pittman.
A few plays later, Udonis Haslem, who contends he shouldn't be suspended because “Nine years in this game, I ain't never played to hurt nobody,” whacked the Pacer forward across the face with both hands in an obvious
Before the Indiana series, LeBron James and Dwyane Wade talked with Udonis Haslem and suggested how he stop his season-long shooting funk: Quit running the offense the way he was told to do so all year. Start doing what he had been his entire career.
Before the Indiana series, LeBron James and Dwyane Wade talked with Udonis Haslem and suggested how he stop his season-long shooting funk: Quit running the offense the way he was told to do so all year. Start doing what he had been his entire career.
Danny Granger's wish came true, as the Miami Heat will not be able to employ the services of one Udonis Haslem tonight in Game 6. As for Dexter Pittman and his elbow, he'll be out of action for a little while longer. Per the
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Oklahoma City Thunder's Kevin Durant, left, and James Harden, right, pose for a photo following a basketball news conference in Oklahoma City, Thursday, May 10, 2012. Harden was named the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year after leading all bench players in
That's why it's a great country." World Peace's 15 points and typical defensive tenacity was a key factor in Los Angeles' Game 7 win over Denver in his first game since sitting out seven games after James Harden in the head.
Under normal circumstances, this would just be two players fighting for a rebound in the NBA Playoffs. Considering what happened a few weeks ago, though, anytime James Harden and Metta World Peace get tangled up will
(Mark J. Terrill / AP) Really, would it kill Metta World Peace to reach out and shake the hand of James Harden? Particularly with the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder opening what should be a tough Western Conference semifinal series
That's why it's a great country." World Peace's 15 points and typical defensive tenacity was a key factor in Los Angeles' Game 7 win over Denver in his first game since sitting out seven games after James Harden in the head.
Read MoreKevin Garnett, Celtics close out Hawks in six games
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According to Colin Stephenson of The New Jersey Star-Ledger, the Nets will be looking to acquire Boston Celtics forward Kevin Garnett. This move may be puzzling to some people since a rebuilding team such as the Nets would usually target younger
AP Photo/Charles Krupa Kevin Garnett is greeted by fans as he comes off the court. BOSTON — Fresh off a turn-back-the-clock performance in which he posted game-highs with 28 points and 14 rebounds, Celtics center Kevin Garnett opened his postgame
According to Colin Stephenson of The New Jersey Star-Ledger, the Nets will be looking to acquire Boston Celtics forward Kevin Garnett. This move may be puzzling to some people since a rebuilding team such as the Nets would usually target younger
Kevin Garnett, labeled as the "dirtiest player" in the NBA by Hawks owner Michael Gearon this week, let his production speak for itself Thursday night as he hit the go-ahead jumper with 30.6 seconds left in Game 6 as the Celtics closed out the Hawks,
Atlanta Hawks owner had some frank things to say at an event Wednesday and Peachtree Hoops looks at his comments around local media coverage and the charge that the Celtics are old and should get more fouls called
Read MoreOklahoma City Thunder sweep Dallas Mavericks
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May Madness has made an appearance. The intrigue returned to the NBA Playoffs in a set of close games on Saturday. The Thunder did their part to contribute to the drama again, knocking the defending champion Dallas
Even while Durant — now the league's reigning scoring champ three years running — struggled to find his stroke throughout the first two games, the Thunder managed to win those games with efficient offense, sound decision
OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER: Drew Hooper wanted to combine a couple passions of his life — painting and the Oklahoma City Thunder. So he did what every big Thunder fan would do. He painted his 1996 Suzuki X-90 with images of Thunder players and an
You know the drill. The Difference is a reflection on the game that was, with one bullet for every point in the final margin. With the Mavericks splattered on the Thunder's windshield, it seems a more appropriate time than ever to
James Harden scored 15 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter as Oklahoma City rallied for a 103-97 victory Saturday night and a first-round sweep of defending-champion Dallas. The visiting Thunder trailed by 13 points with 9:44 left before Harden
Read MoreRajon Rondo suspended one game by NBA
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ATLANTA (AP) — Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo has been suspended for Game 2 of the opening-round playoff series against the Atlanta Hawks. The NBA announced its decision Monday, less than 24 hours after Rondo stuck out his chest to bump referee Marc
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The Celtics were outplayed by the Hawks en route to a 83-74 loss in Game 1 on Sunday and their chances of flipping the script in Game 2 took a major hit when All-Star star point guard Rajon Rondo was ejected for bumping
During the final minute of Sunday night's game between the Boston Celtics and the Atlanta Hawks, Rajon Rondo, the Celtics' star point guard, landed himself.
By Chris Forsberg | ESPNBoston.com ATLANTA — Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo has been suspended for Game 2 of an Eastern Conference quarterfinal series against the Atlanta Hawks for making contact with a game official, NBA executive vice
Read MoreBlake Griffin dunks on Pau Gasol
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By Arash Markazi | ESPNLosAngeles.com The Clippers fell to the Lakers on Wednesday night, but that didn't stop Blake Griffin from throwing down two powerful dunks over Pau Gasol. LOS ANGELES — So, the Los Angeles Clippers had the most exciting dunks,
Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin dunks over Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol, of Spain, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, April 4, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) / by Mark J. Terrill,
It hasn't been a very good night for Pau Gasol so far, as he has been humiliated on two occassions by an airborne Blake Griffin. (On the second dunk, though, the Clipper star should probably have been called for an offensive
Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin dunks over Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol, of Spain, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, April 4, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) / by Mark J. Terrill,
Read More5 Questions Facing the Golden State Warriors for the 2011-12 NBA Season
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The Warriors open their season with a disappointing loss against the Clippers. Links, postgame videos.
Three point shooting – Warriors. In each of the two Clipper losses last season, the Warriors made 14 threes. In the two Clipper wins, the Warriors made 7 and 9 threes. Golden State was fifth in three pointers made last season, and second in percentage
By Marcus Thompson Warriors' Monte Ellis slips around Kings' Jason Thompson in the second half at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California on Saturday, December 17, 2011. In an exhibition game, the Golden State Warriors played the Sacramento Kings.
The Golden State Warriors fell to the LA Clippers at home on Christmas Day. Chris Paul made his debut and was a clutch down the stretch.
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Read MoreLos Angeles Clippers play Grinch as Golden State Warriors collapse in fourth …
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The first hiccup is over, and the latest Warriors acquisition may now turn his complete attention toward adjusting to his new team. Brandon Rush, who led Kansas to a 2008 national title, wanted to watch his Jayhawks play USC on Thursday,
In addition to its trademark shoddy defense, Golden State struggled offensively in the second half — especially the fourth quarter, where they missed 11 of their 17 attempts and turned it over five times. The Warriors got morsels from their top three
Three point shooting – Warriors. In each of the two Clipper losses last season, the Warriors made 14 threes. In the two Clipper wins, the Warriors made 7 and 9 threes. Golden State was fifth in three pointers made last season, and second in percentage
It's opening night in the NBA and the Golden State Warriors host the LA Clippers in Oakland.
Prize acquisition Chris Paul had 20 points and nine assists in his much-anticipated Clippers debut, Blake Griffin added 22 points and seven rebounds and Los Angeles beat the Golden State Warriors 105-86 on Sunday night to spoil Mark Jackson's opener as
Read MoreClippers Beat Warriors: Chris Paul, Blake Griffin Shine In Season Opener (VIDEO)
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Coming off a spectacular rookie-of-the-year season, Blake Griffin is poised to be the NBA's Next Big Thing. But the goal, he says, isn't to be a star bu.
Prize acquisition Chris Paul had 20 points and nine assists in his much-anticipated Clippers debut, Blake Griffin added 22 points and seven rebounds and Los Angeles beat the Golden State Warriors, 105-86, tonight to spoil Mark Jackson's opener as a
A star is born. And his birthplace is right in Hollywood's backyard. Not so fast, says Blake Griffin, Los Angeles' and the NBA's newest star. While others are ready to proclaim the Clippers' power forward the Next Big Thing,
There is only one thing stopping us from complete bliss over Chris Paul and Blake Griffin together on the L.A. Clippers: The team's horrible owner, Donald Sterling.
Griffin blew up for 30 points (11-17 FG, 8-10 FT), six rebounds, seven assists, and three steals against the Lakers in Wednesday's preseason game. The Griffin hype-machine has been at full speed ever since the Chris Paul trade went down,
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