Staying in Sacramento: NBA Owners Reject Kings Move to Seattle

Seattle's dream of having another NBA team was dashed after NBA team owners voted to keep the Kings in Sacramento. Team owners voted 22-8 to reject the Kings' proposed move to Seattle

NBA Fines Chicago Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau for Postgame Comments

The NBA has slapped a $35,000 fine on Chicago Bulls head coach Tom Thibodeau for his postgame criticisms of officiating in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Miami Heat

Marc Gasol, Mike Conley Star as Grizzlies Take 2-1 Lead

Marc Gasol and Mike Conley buried six crucial foul shots in the last minute to carry the Memphis Grizzlies to an 87-81 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder and a 2-1 lead

Tony Parker shines as Spurs take 2-1 lead over Warriors

Tony Parker scored a game-high 32 points as the Spurs regained home-court advantage with a 102-92 win over the Warriors in Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinal series

Kobe Bryant Fights Mom over Memorabilia

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant insists his mother Pamela Bryant doesn't own the memorabilia she intends to sell at an auction house and hasn't been truthful about how she got them

George Karl Wins NBA Coach of the Year

George Karl has been picked as NBA Coach of the Year for leading the Denver Nuggets to a league-best 38-3 record at home and the third seed in the Western Conference playoffs

Carlesimo Firing Nothing to Do with Nets Playoff Failure

The Nets clarified that the firing of P.J. Carlesimo has nothing to do with the team's early exit in the playoffs. The Nets bounced back from a 3-1 playoff but lost in Game 7 to the Chicago Bulls

Kevin Durant Scores 27 as Thunder Oust Rockets in Six Games

Kevin Durant made 27 points, eight rebounds and six assists and Kevin Martin added 25 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 103-94 victory over the Houston Rockets, closing the series 4-2

Phil Jackson to Advise Pistons During Coaching Search

Phil Jackson has agreed to advise Pistons' president of basketball operations Joe Dumars during the coaching search. The agreement is the result of Pistons owner Tom Gores' friendship with Jackson

Warriors Survive Nuggets Late Rally to Advance

Stephen Curry had 22 points and eight assists to lead the Warriors to a 92-88 victory in eliminating the Denver Nuggets in Game 6 of their first round series

Andre Iguodala Stars as Nuggets down Warriors in Game 5

Andre Iguodala recorded 25 points and 12 boards as the Denver Nuggets stayed alive with a 107-100 win over the Golden State Warriors in Game 5 of their Western Conference first-round clash

Andray Blatche Sizzles in 4th Quarter as Nets Prevail

Andray Blatche poured 10 points in the fourth period as the Brooklyn Nets avoided elimination with a 110-91 victory over the Chicago Bulls in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference first-round showdown

Defense and Rebounding Lift Pacers to 3-1 Series Lead Over Knicks

The Pacers used defense and rebounding to beat the Knicks, 93-82. Limiting the Knicks to 35.6 percent from the field and 28.6 percent on 3-pointers, the Pacers hold a 3-1 advantage in their series

Warriors Outplay Spurs in Overtime, Knot Series at 2-2

The Golden State Warriors held the San Antonio Spurs scoreless in the first 3:31 of overtime en route to a 97-87 victory that tied their Western Conference semifinal series at 2-2

Heat Bump Off Bulls, Advance to East Finals

LeBron James scored 23 points and Dwyane Wade added 18 for the Heat in beating the Chicago Bulls 94-91 and close out their second-round series in five games

Bulls Joakim Noah Tells Reporter Getting 'Finger' Not Fun

Joakim Noah was walking off the court after getting ejected in game 2 against the Heat when a fan, Filomena Tobias, widow of former hedge fund manager Seth Tobias, thrusted a digit into his face

Lakers Forward Pau Gasol to Undergo Regeneration for Knees

Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol will undergo the FAST (Focused Aspiration of Scar Tissue) technique to address the tendonosis in both knees

Mike Conley's Heroics Push Grizzlies Past Thunder

Mike Conley was one assist shy of a triple double in fueling the Memphis Grizzlies past the Oklahoma City Thunder 99-93. He had 26 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists

Clippers Coach Vinny Del Negro on Shaky Ground after First-Round Exit

For all the excitement over the Clippers this season, they didn't advance any further in the playoffs than the far-more storied Lakers which reportedly has Clippers coach Vinny Del Negro on shaky ground

Zach Randolph Stars as Grizzlies Finish Off Clippers in Six

Veteran Zach Randolph and Mike Conley recorded 23 points each as the Memphis Grizzlies finished off the Los Angeles Clippers, 118-105, in Game 6 of their Western Conference first-round series

James Harden Leads Rockets in Cutting Thunder Series Lead to 3-2

James Harden scored 31 points to lead the Rockets to a 107-100 victory over the Thunder. It's the Rockets second straight win after losing the first three in their first-round playoff series

Jeff Green Scores 18 as Celtics Close in on Knicks

Jeff Green scored 18 points while Brandon Bass and Jason Terry had 17 apiece to carry the Boston Celtics to a 92-86 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference first-round series

Chandler Parsons Stars as Rockets Avoid Sweep by Thunder

Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons racked up 27 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists as his team averted a sweep by the Oklahoma City Thunder with a 105-103 win

NBA Veteran Jason Collins Comes Out As Gay

Jason Collins, a 12-year-veteran of the NBA, has become the first male athlete in one of the four major U.S. sports to come out during his career

Hibbert, Pacers Show Best Form in Beating Knicks

Roy Hibbert had 24 points, 12 rebounds and kept loose balls alive in his best 2013 playoff performance to lead Indiana Pacers to a 82-71 Game 3 victory over the New York Knicks

Seattle Pursues Kings with Increased $625M Bid

Chris Hansen, who leads the group seeking to bring the Kings to Seattle, is increasing his offer for 65 percent of the team to $406 million. This increases the total valuation to $625 million

Bosh-fueled Heat Hold On to Take 2-1 Series Lead on Bulls

Chris Bosh finished with 20 points and 19 rebounds while LeBron James contributed 25 points as the Miami Heat beat The Chicago Bulls 104-94 for a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals

Amar'e Stoudemire to Beef up Knicks Frontline vs Pacers in Game 3

Amar'e Stoudemire will play 10 to 15 minutes in Game 3 of the Knicks Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Indiana Pacers. Stoudemire hasn't played since March 7 due to a knee injury

Ray Allen Scores 21 as Heat Tie Series with Bulls

Ray Allen scored 21 points and LeBron James added 19 as the Miami Heat regained their winning touch, crushing the Chicago Bulls, 115-78, for a 1-1 tie in their best-of-seven semifinal series

Suns Hire Celtics' Ryan McDonough as General Manager

The Phoenix Suns have hired Boston Celtics assistant general manager Ryan McDonough as their new GM, hoping that his knack for talent evaluation and strong business sense will be of great help to the team

LeBron James Earns Fourth MVP Trophy

LeBron James is named Most Valuable Player for the fourth time. James joins Michael Jordan, Bill Russell, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Wilt Chamberlain with at least four MVP awards

Pacers Outmuscle Knicks to take Game 1

David West scored 20 points and Paul George added 19 for the Indiana Pacers in a 102-95 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals

Blazers Damian Lillard Unanimously Selected Rookie of the Year

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard was unanimously selected NBA Rookie of the Year after averaging 19.0 points, 6.5 assists and 3.1 rebounds while keeping his team competitive for a playoff spot

Grizzlies Push Clippers to Brink of Elimination

Zach Randolph scored 10 of his 25 points in the fourth as the Grizzlies capitalized on Blake Griffin's ankle injury to top the Clippers. The Grizzlies hold a 3-2 lead

NBA Relocation Committee Rejects Kings Move to Seattle

The Kings will remain in Sacramento after the NBA's relocation committee unanimously voted to reject the team's move to Seattle

Spurs Coach on Sweep of Lakers: 'It wasn't a fair fight'

Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich called his team's first-round sweep of the injury-ravaged Lakers as 'unfair fight'. The Lakers played without Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash and Metta World Peace

Bulls Outlast Nets in Triple OT for 3-1 Series Lead

Nazr Mohammed scored four of his nine points in the third overtime to lift the Bulls to a 142-134 victory over the Nets for a 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round showdown

Spurs Hand Lakers Worst-Ever Home Playoff Loss

Tim Duncan had 26 points and nine rebounds to lead the Spurs in handing the Lakers its biggest home playoff loss at 120-89. Tony Parker added 20 points and seven assists

Cavs Like Mike: Brown Returns for Second Stint

The Cavaliers have re-hired Mike Brown as coach almost exactly three years after firing him. Team owner Dan Gilbert noted that Brown will instill a much-needed defensive-first philosophy

Bobcats Fire Mike Dunlap After 21-61 Season

The Charlotte Bobcats have dismissed Mike Dunlap as head coach after the team finished with a 21-61 record. The team made the decision following a season-ending review

Dennis Rodman Projects Himself as FBI Informant, Global Peacemaker

Dennis Rodman claims that the FBI is thinking of sending him back to North Korea later this year as an informant. His first visit to North Korea included a meeting with dictator Kim Jong-un

Duncan's Double-Double Helps Spurs top Lakers in Series Opener

Tim Duncan posted 17 points and 10 rebounds to push the San Antonio Spurs past the Los Angeles Lakers 91-79 in the opener of their Western Conference first-round series

Stoudemire Likely Out for Knicks Opening Playoff Round vs Celtics

Knicks coach Mike Woodson expects Amar'e Stoudemire to miss the team's opening-round playoff series against the Boston Celtics

Pistons Fire Lawrence Frank after 29-win Season

The Detroit Pistons have dismissed Lawrence Frank as head coach after a disappointing 29-53 season this year. Frank's firing came as no surprise

Oklahoma State's Marcus Smart Puts NBA on Hold

Projected high lottery pick guard Marcus Smart will return to Oklahoma State for his sophomore year, postponing his entry to the NBA for at least a season

Kentucky's Nerlens Noel Joins 2013 NBA Draft

Potential number one pick Nerlens Noel will forego up his sophomore season to join this year's NBA draft. The Kentucky freshman averaged 10.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, 4.4 blocks and 2.1 steals per game

Sore Knee Keeps Bulls Star Derrick Rose from Returning

Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose still doesn't have a return date in mind with only a month remaining in the regular season

Raptors Eyeing Phil Jackson as Head of Basketball Operations

The Toronto Raptors are planning to lure legendary coach Phil Jackson out of a two-year retirement and give him a position similar to Pat Riley's role with the Miami Heat

Grizzlies Dominate Clippers in the Paint to Take Game 3

Zach Randolph had 27 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Memphis Grizzlies over the Los Angeles Clippers 94-82 in Game 3 of their playoff series at the FedEx Forum

Knicks' J.R. Smith Wins NBA's Sixth Man Honor

Knicks guard J.R. Smith is 2013 NBA Sixth Man of the Year. Smith sizzled as the second scoring option to Carmelo Anthony, averaging 18.1 points and 5.3 rebounds a game

Chris Paul Jumper Carries Clippers to 2-0 Series Lead

Chris Paul sank a jumper with one-tenth of a second remaining to lift the Clippers to a 93-91 triumph over the Grizzlies and a 2-0 cushion in their Western Conference first-round series

Paul George Triple-Double Lifts Pacers over Hawks

Paul George recorded his first career playoff triple-double as the Indiana Pacers rolled to an easy 107-90 victory over the Atlanta Hawks in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round series

Eric Bledsoe Lifts Clippers Past Grizzlies

Eric Bledsoe scored 13 of his 15 points in the final period to help the Clippers pull away en route to a 112-91 victory over the Grizzlies in Game 1 of their Western Conference first-round series

Mike D'Antoni to Remain Lakers Head Coach

For getting his team into the playoffs despite injuries to key players, Mike D'Antoni will remain head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers next season. D'Antoni was hired after the Lakers fired Mike Brown

Cavs Fire Byron Scott Following Dismal 24-58 Season

The Cleveland Cavaliers have dismissed head coach Byron Scott, just after the team completed a dismal 24-58 season

Quentin Richardson Fortifies Knicks for Playoffs

Quentin Richardson will return to the New York Knicks to complete the team's postseason roster

Spurs Sign Tracy McGrady

The San Antonio Spurs have signed former two-time NBA scoring champion Tracy McGrady, acquiring a possible offensive weapon for the playoffs. He will be eligible to play during the playoffs

Bulls Halt Heat Winning Streak at 27

The Chicago Bulls beat the Miami Heat 101-97 putting an end to the Heat's winning streak at 27 games. Luol Deng scored 28 points, including four 3-pointers, to lead the Bulls

Ray Allen Sizzles as Heat Scorch Bucks for 3-0 Lead

Ray Allen scored 23 points and LeBron James added 22 as the Miami Heat defeated the Milwaukee Bucks, 104-91, for a 3-0 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series

Marc Gasol Named 2013 Defensive Player of the Year

Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol has bagged the Defensive Player of the Year trophy, becoming the first player in franchise history to receive the honor. Gasol garnered 212 points and 30 first-place votes, edging Miami's LeBron James

Heat President Pat Riley Says Its Doable to Keep Big 3 Intact

Miami Heat president Pat Riley planned back in 2010 on how to financially keep the core intact when LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh can all opt out of their contracts after the 2013-14 season

Balanced Scoring Helps Thunder Defeat Rockets

The Oklahoma City Thunder banked on their balanced scoring to rout the Houston Rockets, 120-91, in Game 1 of their Western Conference first-round showdown

Carmelo Anthony Scores 36 as Knicks Defeat Celtics

Carmelo Anthony scored eight of his game-high 36 points in the final period to carry the New York Knicks to an 85-78 win in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series

Kings Ransom? Seattle Group Fears Stern is Siding with Sacramento

Advocates of the Maloof family's possible sale of the Kings to the Seattle group are concerned that NBA Commissioner David Stern may be siding with their Sacramento counterpart

Phil Jackson Reportedly Wants NBA Front Office Post

Phil Jackson is reportedly 'itching' to go back to work in the NBA in a managerial capacity. His last job in the NBA was in the 2010-11 season as coach of the Lakers

Michigan's Tim Hardaway Jr Opts for NBA Draft

Tim Hardaway Jr. became the second star player from University of Michigan's Final Four team to declare for the NBA draft, after Trey Burke

Georgetown Forward Otto Porter to Enter NBA Draft

All-American forward Otto Porter Jr. has thrown his name into the NBA draft after just two seasons with Georgetown. The 6-8 Porter averaged 16.2 points, 7.5 rebounds and 2.7 assists

Kobe Bryant Out 6-9 Months with Heel Injury

Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant will be out for six to nine months due to an Achilles heel injury. His teammates will have to continue a late-season push to the playoffs without Kobe

Celtics' Ainge Says Its 'Too Expensive' to Beat Up Heat's Riley

Celtics President of Basketball Operations Danny Ainge said he doesn't want to fight Heat president Pat Riley since it could be too expensive for him. Ainge was reacting to Riley's venom

Nuggets Winning Streak Validates Title Contender Label

The Denver Nuggets have been the beast of the Western Conference for quite a while, extending their winning streak to 13. But is this run enough to tell if the Nuggets are a real contender come postseason time?

Heat Edge Cavaliers in Wild Comeback, Extend Streak to 24

LeBron James tallied a triple-double while Mario Chalmers added 17 as the Miami Heat erased a 27-point deficit en route to a 98-95 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers for their 24th consecutive win

Winning Streak Has Miami Heat Caring About Every Game

The Miami Heat is now one of just seven teams in NBA history to win 19 in a row. It has now been six weeks without a defeat and the Heat players have come to realize it's a once-in-a-lifetime chance

Knicks' Amare Stoudemire to Undergo Knee Surgery; Out Six Weeks

Amare Stoudemire will have to undergo knee surgery that will put him out of action for six weeks, leaving the Knicks without a serious low-post threat the remainder of the regular season

Sixers Center Andrew Bynum Out for Season

Philadelphia 76ers center Andrew Bynum will have arthroscopic surgery to remove debris from the joints in both knees and will miss the entire season

Heat Equal NBA Second Best Winning Streak at 22

The Miami Heat topped the Toronto Raptors 108-91 for their 22nd consecutive victory to equal the second-longest winning streak in NBA history

55-foot Buzzer Beater Makes Prep Player Instant Celebrity

New Rochelle High School senior Khalil Edney has turned into an instant celebrity with one long heave. Edney drained a 55-foot jumper as time expired to lift his team to a 61-60 victory

Jason Kidd Adjusting to Role off Knicks bench

Jason Kidd, 39, has struggled with his shot, making just seven of his last 49 attempts from beyond the arc and just 19.6 percent from the floor in his past 10 games

Chris Wright Bucks Multiple Sclerosis to Play in NBA

Chris Wright became the first-known NBA player to acknowledge having multiple sclerosis after signing a 10-day deal with the Dallas Mavericks

Louisville Books Top Overall Spot in March Madness

By virtue of its strong finish, Louisville has earned the No. 1 overall seeding while Gonzaga, Kansas and Indiana booked the No. 1 spot in their respective brackets for the NCAA's March Madness

Spurs May Lose Top Spot with Tony Parker Injury

San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker will be out about four weeks due to grade 2 ankle sprain sustained in a 130-102 victory over the Sacramento Kings

Sixers center Andrew Bynum suffers another setback in knee rehab

Philadelphia 76ers center Andrew Bynum will likely sit out the rest of the season after suffering another setback in his rehabilitation from a knee injury

Knicks Sign Kenyon Martin to 10-day Contract

The Knicks have signed Kenyon Martin signed to a 10-day contract. The 12-year veteran averaged 5.2 points, 4.3 rebounds and one block in 22.4 minutes over 42 games with the Clippers last season

Magic Trade Redick Plus Two Teammates to Bucks for Trio of Players

The Magic traded J.J. Redick and two other players to the Bucks for three players. The Magic sent Redick, Gustavo Ayon and Ish Smith packing to the Bucks for Tobias Harris, Beno Udrih and Doron Lamb

Celtics Trade Barbosa and Collins for Wizards Jordan Crawford

The Boston Celtics traded guard Leandro Barbosa and center Jason Collins for Jordan Crawford from the Washington Wizards.The Celtics need a playmaker after superstar Rajon Rondo went down

Lakers Hope Dwight Howard is Center of Team's Future

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak says the team is putting its fate in the massive hands of all-star center Dwight Howard

Shaq Unplugged: Dwight's Struggles, Buss

4-time NBA Champion Shaquille O'Neal sounds off on Dwight Howard's struggles in L.A. and the passing of long time Lakers owner Jerry Buss

Paul and Durant Carry West to Close Win Over East

Chris Paul scored nine of his 20 points in the final period to carry the West to a 143-138 victory over the East in the 62nd NBA All-Star game. Paul issued 15 assists; Kevin Durant scored 30

Bobcats Ben Gordon Dangled for Nets Kris Humphries

Trade discussions that would send Charlotte's Ben Gordon to Brooklyn for Kris Humphries are ongoing. The trade works financially as both players make $12 million a year

Mike Krzyzewski to Step Down as US Hoops Team Mentor

After helping restore USA Basketball to its old glory during his seven-year stint, Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski has announced that he will not return to mentor the national team after the Blue Devils' season

Thunder Sign Veteran Playmaker Derek Fisher

The Oklahoma City Thunder signed playmaker Derek Fisher for the remainder of the season, acquiring a veteran presence that could stabilize a young team led by Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook

NBA Trade Deadline Surprises

A look at the winners and losers from a surprisingly quiet NBA trade deadline this year

Magic Johnson: Cavs Guard Kyrie Irving Becoming a Superstar

Los Angeles Lakers legend and ESPN NBA analyst Ervin Magic Johnson believes Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving is becoming a superstar in the league

Kings Give Up on Thomas Robinson, Deal Rookie to Rockets

Sacramento has given up on rookie Thomas Robinson, trading him to the Rockets together with Francisco Garcia and Tyler Honeycutt. The Kings get Patrick Patterson, Cole Aldrich and Toney Douglas

Raptors Terrence Ross Rules NBA Slam Dunk Contest

Raptors rookie Terrence Ross bested some of the league's high flyers to emerge as the new slam dunk king. The 6-6 Ross defeated defending champion Jeremy Evans in the final dunk-off

Kobe Bryant Opposes Gay Slur on Twitter

Kobe Bryant admonished a Twitter follower for using a homophobic insult toward another fan. He said he doesn't approve using 'your gay' as a put down and asked that it be deleted

Ex-NBA star Dennis Rodman finds new friend in North Korean leader

Retired NBA superstar Dennis Rodman has found a new friend in the equally controversial North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Rodman and the controversial leader sat together to watch a basketball game

Heat's Ray Allen Sees Acting Career on Horizon

Ray Allen plans to pursue acting and chase an Oscar after he retires from the NBA. The 37-year-old guard gained acclaim for his role as a basketball player in Spike Lee's 'He Got Game'

Julian Newman, Fifth Grade Basketball Phenom

Meet 11-year-old Julian Newman, a fifth grade phenom already playing for the varsity team at Downey Christian School in Florida

A Message to Michael Jordan on his 50th

Sports Illustrated senior writer Alexander Wolff talks about Michael Jordan on the 6-time NBA Champion's 50th birthday

Doubting Thomas: Isiah Favors LeBron Over MJ as Athlete

NBA Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas wouldn't favor basketball legend Michael Jordan in any comparisons with Miami Heat's LeBron James. Thomas didn't take sides as to who is better over-all between the two

NBA Players Union Fires Billy Hunter as Executive Director

The NBA Players Association has fired Billy Hunter after 17-year tenure as executive director due to his questionable business practices. NBPA president Derek Fisher announced the decision

Turkoglu Suspended 20 Games for Steroid Use

Magic forward Hedo Turkoglu has been suspended 20 games after reportedly testing positive for a banned substance. Turkoglu, 33, learned he tested positive for the anabolic steroid methenolone

Reggie Evans: Comments on LeBron, Heat Blown Out of Proportion

Nets 'enforcer' Reggie Evans said his comments were blown out of proportion. Evans downplayed the Heat and LeBron James, indicating neither were all that spectacular despite last season's NBA championship

Grizzlies Trade Forward Rudy Gay to Raptors

The Grizzlies, Raptors and Pistons concluded a six-player trade surrounding star forward Rudy Gay. The Memphis Grizzlies sent Gay and Hamed Haddadi to the Raptors for Jose Calderon, forward Ed Davis and a second-round pick

7th Grader Becomes Sporting Superstar Knocking Down Treys

Owen Groesser, a junior high student with Down syndrome, took a sporting world by storm after appearing on ESPN's premier show, SportsCenter

Raptors Exploring Trade for Lakers Pau Gasol

The Toronto Raptors are reportedly looking into the possibility of bringing in Los Angeles Lakers star forward Pau Gasol before the mid-season trade deadline

Dallas Mavericks 'Bank of Cuban' Ready to Deal

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban announced the team would aggressively pursue trade opportunities before the Feb. 21 deadline. "We're letting everybody know that the 'Bank of Cuban' is open"

Lakers Executive Jim Buss Wants 'Very Solid' Lakers Team Kept Intact

Lakers executive vice president Jim Buss feels it is foolish to 'blow up' the team just for sinking six games below .500. Instead, he wants L.A. to play enough games together to identify its problems

Allen Iverson Rejects Offer from D-League Texas Legends

Former NBA Most Valuable Player and 11-time All-Star Allen Iverson has rejected an offer from the Texas Legends, saying he will not take the NBA Development League route to make it back to

Duncan and Harden Among Top Reserves Selected to NBA All-Star Game

Tim Duncan and James Harden are among the top reserve players announced by the NBA for the 2013 All-Star Game. Selected by coaches, reserves are meant to honor those players that fans sometimes overlook

Kupchak Says Lack of Effort, Not Coach is Lakers Problem

Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak isn't blaming coach Mike D'Antoni for the team's 17-24 start. Instead, Kupchak singled out the Lakers' lack of effort on the court as the primary problem

Grizzlies Cut Payroll by $6M in Trade with Cavs

Memphis sent Marreese Speights, Wayne Ellington, Josh Selby and a future first-round draft pick to the Cavs for forward Jon Leuer. The deal sliced more than $6 million off the Grizzlies' payroll

P.J. Carlesimo Sees Phil Jackson Pursuing His Nets Coaching Job

Phil Jackson announced that he has no intention of coaching again. But Brooklyn Nets interim coach P.J. Carlesimo doesn't believe him and indicated the ex-Bulls and Lakers mentor might even pursue his gig

Kobe Posts Staged-Fight Pic with Dwight Howard on Twitter

Kobe Bryant downplayed reports of a heated exchange with Dwight Howard by posting a staged-fight photo of him and the All-Star center with special participation of head coach Mike D'Antoni

New Orleans Name Change to Pelicans Also Has Charlotte Buzzing

The New Orleans franchise announced its name change from Hornets to Pelicans. They will start using the name next season out of respect for the state bird

Forbes Rates Knicks as Highest Valued NBA Team

The Knicks are the NBA's most valuable team, according to Forbes Magazine, which valued the team at $1.1 billion.The magazine ascribed a 41 percent increase in value over the past season

Kings Owners Reach Deal to Sell Team to Seattle Group

Sacramento Kings owners have reached an agreement to sell the team to a group that would move it to Seattle. Sources said the Maloof family has approved the deal with a Seattle group

Suns Fire Coach Alvin Gentry After 13-28 Start

The Phoenix Suns have fired head coach Alvin Gentry after a disappointing 13-28 start that landed them in last place in the Western Conference

Lakers Struggling, But Kobe Tops NBA All-Star Balloting

Kobe Bryant garnered 1,591,437 votes to become the leading vote-getter in the NBA All-Star game for the third time in his career. He beat out LeBron James by fewer than 8,000 votes

Lawsuit Claims Spurs Cheated Fans in Resting Top Players Against Heat

The San Antonio Spurs are being sued for not fielding their best players against the Miami Heat last November 29th.

Struggling Wizards Want More Production from Jan Vesely

The Wizards want more from their 2011 draft pick, 6-11 forward Jan Vesely. He is active defensively and on the glass and runs the floor well, but the Wizards need more production

Virginia Beach May Have Upperhand Over Louisville in Luring Kings

Virginia Beach has emerged as a frontrunner to capture the Sacramento Kings, should they relocate. Virginia Beach has set a deadline to have a lease signed with a professional sports team

Louisville Looks into NBA Possibilities

Louisville community leaders led by former NBA player Junior Bridgeman are entertaining possibilities of bringing an NBA franchise to town

Andrew Bynum Claims Kobe Hampered His Growth as NBA Big Man

76ers center Andrew Bynum claimed that former teammate Kobe Bryant hampered his development into one of the league's best big men because of his ball-dominant ways

Michael Jordan Interested in Bringing Back Hornets Nickname

Charlotte Bobcats team owner Michael Jordan expressed interest in using the team's original nickname, the Hornets, if New Orleans will allow it

Celtics Guard Rondo Suspended Two Games for Fighting

Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo has been suspended for two games for fighting with Brooklyn Nets forward Kris Humphries

Thunder Spoil Harden's Return to OKC with Big Win

Kevin Durant matched his season high 37 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder past the Houston Rockets, 120-98

Nowitzki-Less Mavericks Upset Talent-Laden Lakers

Guard Darren Collison scored 17 points to lead three other starters in double digits as the Dirk Nowitzki-less Dallas Mavericks upset the talent-laden Los Angeles Lakers, 99-91

Stoudemire to Miss Six Weeks Due to Knee Injury

The Knicks have suffered a big blow after forward Amar'e Stoudemire re-injured his surgically repaired left knee and will be sidelined for the first six weeks of the regular season

Thunder Trade Top Sixth Man James Harden to Rockets

The Oklahoma City Thunder traded Sixth Man of the Year James Harden to the Houston Rockets after failing to reach agreement for a contract extension

Post-Dwight Howard Magic Showing Resilience

Despite a 12-19 record, the Orlando Magic appear headed in the right direction under new general manager Rob Hennigan and first-year coach Jacque Vaughn

Nets Fire Coach Avery Johnson After 3-10 December

The Brooklyn Nets have dismissed coach Avery Johnson after the team won just three of their last 13 outings, dropping them to 14-14 after an impressive start

New Orleans NBA Team to Change Nickname to Pelicans

The New Orleans Hornets will drop their current nickname and change it to the Pelicans as early as the 2013-14 season. According to sources, the team also considered Krewe and Brass as potential nicknames

Sports Illustrated Names LeBron James as Sportsman of the Year

Sports Illustrated has named Miami Heat superstar LeBron James as Sportsman of the Year, making him the sixth professional basketball player to win the accolade

Mavericks Sign Point Guard Derek Fisher

In need of a solid and reliable point guard, the Dallas Mavericks have signed veteran playmaker Derek Fisher to a contract.

Sixers Center Andrew Bynum Out Indefinitely with Knee Woes

The Philadelphia 76ers are now unsure whether center Andrew Bynum will be able to play for them. General manager Tony DiLeo said they no longer have any timeline for Bynum to return

Brooklyn Better as Nets Knock Off Knicks

The Brooklyn Nets pulled out a 96-89 overtime victory over the New York Knicks at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn

NBA Commissioner David Stern to Step Down in 2014

NBA commissioner David Stern will step down from his post in 2014, according to reports. Stern has overseen huge growth in the league thanks in part to the emergence of great players

LeBron James Rejects Rumors of Lakers Move

LeBron James has rejected speculation that he will opt out of his contract after two seasons to join the Los Angeles Lakers, saying he's focused on helping the Miami Heat defend their NBA title

Coaches Pick Indiana No. 1 in Preseason College Hoops Poll

Indiana grabbed the top spot in the USA Today coaches' preseason poll, receiving 21 out of a possible 31 first-place votes and 761 overall points

'Maturing' Heat Star Dwyane Wade Says He's Still Athletic

Dwyane Wade shrugged off criticism by delivering some high-flying highlight reels in recent games, proving that he hasn't lost his athleticism despite entering his 30's and dealing with knee woes

NBA Nets Strong TV Ratings for Christmas Day Games

The NBA's five-game Christmas Day schedule delivered big numbers on ABC and ESPN, based on overnight ratings according to Nielsen. The Knicks at Lakers showdown enjoyed the best-ever rating

Former NBA All-Star Michael Finley Eyes Comeback

Former NBA All-Star Michael Finley is working hard to return to basketball shape, hoping that teams are interested in getting the services of a 39-year-old shooting guard

Andruw Bynum Sixers Debut Delayed by Five More Weeks

For the third time since September, the Philadelphia 76ers have delayed the return of prized offseason acquisition Andrew Bynum, who will be out five more weeks

Mavs Owner Mark Cuban Downplays Possible Lakers Domination

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban likes his chances against a Howard-Nash beefed up Los Angeles Lakers team, who may still 'stink'

Dwyane Wade, LeBron Shine as Heat Scorch Celtics

Dwyane Wade scored 29 points and LeBron James added 26 as the Miami Heat opened the season with a 120-107 victory over rival Boston Celtics

Lakers Star Dwight Howard Brushes Off Shaq's Criticism

Lakers center Dwight Howard fired back at Shaquille O'Neal, stating he doesn't care anymore about the Diesel's comments regarding who's the best center in the NBA

Players Union to File Labor Charge Against NBA over Flopping Rule

The NBA Players Association will attack the validity of the NBA's new policy on flopping by filing a grievance and unfair labor practice charge against the league

Kobe Bryant: Lakers Still 'My' Team

Superstar Kobe Bryant emphasized that the Lakers are still his team despite the arrival of three-time Defensive Player of the Year Dwight Howard and two-time MVP Steve Nash

Financial Issues Forced Knicks to Let Jeremy Lin Go

Knicks general manager Glen Grunwald explained that financial issues forced the team to let former point guard Jeremy Lin move to the Houston Rockets in the offseason

Thunder Sign Serge Ibaka to Four-year Deal

The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed another key player to a long-term deal, agreeing to a four-year, $48-million extension with forward Serge Ibaka

Team USA Men's Basketball: Defending Champs

Team USA's NBA all-stars linked arms and stepped onto the podium together to accept their Olympic gold medals, their back-to-back titles leaving no doubt about their status as the world's top team

Team USA Knocks Off Argentina 126-97, Advances to Quarterfinals as Top Seed

A 42-point third quarter that included five 3-pointers from Kevin Durant helped the U.S Olympic Men's Basketball Team take control and pave its way to a 126-97 win over rival Argentina

Jeremy Lin Refuses to be Compared to Yao Ming

Houston Rockets newly acquired point guard Jeremy Lin has refused to compare himself with retired NBA superstar Yao Ming, saying his career accomplishments pale in comparison

Dwyane Wade Believes Lebron Still Long Shot to Topple Jordan

Miami Heat superstar Dwyane Wade said his teammate LeBron James has still lots of work to do before he dethrones Michael Jordan as the greatest basketball player of all-time

Nets Owner Mikhail Prokhorov Fueling Rivalry with Knicks

Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov has started fueling the fire of rivalry between his Brooklyn Nets and the New York Knicks, calling Knicks owner James Dolan as 'that little man'

Nike LeBron X Becomes Most Expensive Basketball Sneakers

Nike is set to release later this year LeBron X, the most expensive basketball sneakers in history with retail value estimated at $315

NBA and Ticketmaster Team Up to Create Online Ticketing Site

The NBA has teamed up with Ticketmaster to create and develop a comprehensive online ticketing destination for fans, ensuring that only authentic NBA tickets will be sold

MJ Relegates Bobcats Decision-Making Duties to Rich Cho

In an apparent change in management style, Charlotte Bobcats owner and basketball legend Michael Jordan has relegated decision-making duties to general manager Rich Cho

Isiah Thomas Reluctant to Rejoin Knicks

Hall of Fame point guard Isiah Thomas has received a job offer from the New York Knicks but he is reluctant to bite the bait. Thomas was a former Knicks coach and president of basketball operations

Dwyane Wade Opens Up About Family and Basketball

Miami Heat superstar Dwyane Wade discussed his life and sacrifices as a father and a basketball superstar during his interview

Wow, Nellie! Coach Among Greats Entering NBA Hall of Fame

Former NBA coach Don Nelson said he's having the time of his life upon his entry into the Basketball Hall of Fame, the league's winningest coach said

USA Battles Spain for 107-100 Win to Capture Olympic Gold Medal

In a game that featured 16 lead changes and six ties, 30 points from Kevin Durant led a balanced attack that helped Team USA fight off Spain for a 107-100 win to capture the Olympic gold medal

Krzyzewski's Team USA Goes for Gold

Restoring Team USA to a dominant position in international men's basketball existed all along, even as a series of embarrassing defeats made the triumphant Barcelona Games seem like a distant memory

Anthony Davis: Learning Experience

So far, Anthony Davis has 26 points, 14 rebounds, three blocks, one steal and the highest field goal percentage. Not bad for someone without any NBA experience on a team full of superstars

Melo on Groin Hit by Argentina Player: It was 'Cheap Shot'

Carmelo Anthony described as 'cheap shot' the hit in the groin that he took from Facundo Campazzo of Argentina. The hit happened after Anthony hit a three-pointer in the third quarter

Rasheed Wallace Ends Retirement, to Play for Knicks

Veteran forward Rasheed Wallace will end his two-year retirement to play for the New York Knicks

League Cries Foul: NBA Readying Rules Against Flopping

NBA officials are now finalizing rules that will put an end to act of exaggerating contact to induce a foul call or better known as flopping

Lakers Center Dwight Howard Has No Regrets Over Trade

Dwight Howard insisted he has no regrets about what took place over the course of summer, believing his arrival in Los Angeles provides him the opportunity to do great things

Nets Sign Small Forward Josh Childress

Small forward Josh Childress has earned another shot at reviving his career after he reached a one-year, non-guaranteed deal with the Brooklyn Nets

USA Women Capture Historic 5th-Straight Gold Medal with Win Over France

The U.S. Olympic Women’s Basketball Team blew the game wide open with a 19-0 run in the 3rd quarter that propelled the USA to a 86-50 win over France and a fifth-straight Olympic gold medal

USA Men Shoot Down Argentina 109-83; Advance to Gold Medal Game

Once again 3-pointers sent the U.S Olympic Men's Basketball Team's opponent packing. Making 18-of-42 3-pointers, the USA finished off Argentina 109-83 to advance to the gold medal game

Dwight Howard Heading to Hollywood: Lakers Get Center in Four-Team Deal

Dwight Howard is headed to Hollywood in a blockbuster four-team trade, according to several media outlets

Pau Gasol Leads Spain Past Russia, Into Gold Medal Game

Pau Gasol tallied 16 points and 12 rebounds and European champion Spain recovered from an 11-point halftime deficit to defeat Russia and advance to the final of the Olympic men's basketball final

Heat-Celtics Tip-Off NBA 2012-13 Season, Lakers-Mavs Also in Opener

After the lockout-adjusted season, the NBA is back to its more interesting full-fledged 82-game schedule, with LeBron James and the rest of the Miami Heat kicking off their title defense on Opening Night

Hornets Sign Draft Picks Anthony Davis and Austin Rivers

The New Orleans Hornets have signed the new cornerstones of the franchise -- first overall NBA draft pick Anthony Davis and 10th pick Austin Rivers

Orlando Magic Likely to Retain Dwight Howard

League sources said the Orlando Magic have informed other squads that they will hold on to Dwight Howard if the offered deal is not great for the franchise

Lakers Bolster Bench: Add Antawn Jamison

After solidifying their starting lineup by acquiring Steve Nash, the Lakers are addressing their bench woes with the addition of veteran forward Antawn Jamison

Jeremy Lin a Rocket Again

Though he sparked an unprecedented run of brilliance that helped save a struggling Knicks team, the 'Linsanity' phenomenon comes to an end after the Knicks let Jeremy Lin sign with the Rockets

Lakers Making Renewed Push for Dwight Howard

The Los Angeles Lakers are talking with Orlando Magic officials in a renewed campaign to acquire All-Star center Dwight Howard

O.J. Mayo Signs with Mavericks

Shooting guard O.J. Mayo has agreed to a multi-year with the Dallas Mavericks after spending four seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies

Kris Humphries Agrees To Two-Year Contract With Nets

Kris Humphries has reportedly agreed to a two-year, $24 million contract with the Nets

Blake Griffin and Clippers Agree on Five-Year, $95M Extension

All-Star forward Blake Griffin has reportedly agreed to sign a five-year, $95 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Clippers

Tim Duncan Stays with Spurs for 3 More Years

Superstar Tim Duncan has backed up his statement that he's 'a Spur for life', signing a three-year deal with the San Antonio Spurs worth $36 million. The deal ensures Duncan will retire as a Spur

Knicks to Match Rockets Multi-Year Deal Offer to Jeremy Lin

After signing Jason Kidd, the Knicks are reportedly putting together a formidable backcourt by bringing back this past season's phenomenon, Jeremy Lin

Sixers Amnesty Elton Brand

The Philadelphia 76ers decided to use the amnesty clause on former All-Star Elton Brand, clearing $18 million off their books

Kidd Leaves Mavericks for Knicks

Point guard Jason Kidd has left the Dallas Mavericks to sign with the New York Knicks. Kidd reportedly agreed to a three-year deal worth $9 million with the Knicks

Steve Nash Hollywood Bound

The Phoenix Suns have quickly found a replacement for Steve Nash, luring back playmaker Goran Dragic with a four-year deal worth $34 million

Celtics Take Shot on Ex-Ohio State Star Jared Sullinger

Despite their alleged health setbacks, Jared Sullinger of Ohio State and Perry Jones III of Baylor still found teams that are willing to take a gamble on them

Filipinos Bask in Spoelstra's Success as Heat Coach

The pain brought by Manny Pacquiao's loss has been eased with the victory of Filipino-American coach Erik Spoelstra's Miami Heat in the NBA Finals

'King' Gets His Crown: LeBron, Heat Thrash Thunder for NBA Title

The third time was the charm for LeBron James, who finally won an NBA championship in leading the Miami Heat to a 121-106 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in game five of the NBA Finals

Ailing Lebron Helps Heat Top Thunder, Take 3-1 Lead in NBA Finals

LeBron James brushed aside cramps in both legs and drilled a pivotal go-ahead 3-pointer late in the fourth quarter, helping push the Heat to the brink of an NBA title with a 104-98 victory over the Thunder

Broadcaster Marv Albert Adds to Nets - Knicks Hype

The collision between crosstown rivals Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks Nov. 1 at the newly constructed Barclays Center is one of the most-anticipated games in the NBA this season

Melo's Big First Half Sparks USA to Victory Over Spain

Carmelo Anthony came through with a big first half to steer Team USA to a 100-78 victory over Spain in a much anticipated tune up game

Celtics Beef Up Backcourt with Courtney Lee Acquisition

The Boston Celtics picked up free agent shooting guard Courtney Lee through a sign-and-trade deal with the Houston Rocket

Kobe Bryant Calls David Stern's Olympic Proposal 'Stupid'

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant called NBA commissioner David Stern's proposal to restrict NBA's Olympic involvement to players aged 23 and under 'stupid'

Cavaliers Could Land Bynum in Dwight Howard Trade Saga

The Cleveland Cavaliers have emerged as a surprise third team in a potential trade that would send Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard to the Los Angeles Lakers. The Cavaliers could get Lakers center Andrew Bynum

Raptors Trade James Johnson to Kings

The Toronto Raptors have traded forward James Johnson to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for a 2014 second-round draft pick

Suns Win Amnesty Bid for Forward Luis Scola

The Phoenix Suns acquired veteran Luis Scola after winning the amnesty auction for the finesse power forward

Rockets Drop Scola, Eye Move for Dwight Howard

The Houston Rockets amnestied veteran power forward Luis Scola, giving them enough salary cap flexibility in their attempt to absorb big contracts in potential blockbuster trade for Dwight Howard

Spurs Sign Green and Diaw to Deals

The San Antonio Spurs have signed restricted free agent guard Danny Green and forward Boris Diaw to multiple-year deals

United States Announces Final Basketball Roster for London Games

USA Basketball has announced the official 12-man 'athletic and versatile' roster that will defend the title in the London Olympics

Kirk Hinrich Returns to Bulls

The Chicago Bulls have reached a verbal agreement with free-agent guard Kirk Hinrich on a two-year pact

Star Guard Deron Williams Stays with Nets

Deron Williams has decided to stick with the Brooklyn Nets, agreeing to a five-year contract reportedly worth $100 million

Jason Terry and Celtics Come to Terms

Free-agent shooting guard Jason Terry has reached a verbal agreement with the Boston Celtics on a three-year, $15 million pact

Hawks Trade Marvin Williams to Jazz for Devin Harris

After parting ways with leading scorer Joe Johnson, the Atlanta Hawks have agreed to send Marvin Williams to the Utah Jazz for point guard Devin Harris

Chris Bosh to Rest Abdominals and Skip Olympics

Miami Heat power forward Chris Bosh will not be playing for Team USA in the London Olympics after he was advised by doctors to rest to completely heal the lower abdominal strain

Lakers Guard Sessions to Turn Free Agent

Ramon Sessions opted not to exercise the final year of his contract and remain with the Los Angeles Lakers next season, choosing instead to test the free-agency market

LeBron James Double-Double Lifts Heat Over Thunder for 2-1 Series Lead

LeBron James chalked up 29 points and 14 boards and Dwyane Wade added 25 points, 7 boards and 7 assists as the Miami Heat captured a 2-1 series lead with a 91-85 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder

Westbrook Unfazed by Criticism for Shooting Too Much

Oklahoma City point guard Russell Westbrook said he won't back down from criticism for not distributing the ball well and taking more shots in the first two games of the NBA Finals

Bulls Decline to Match Rockets Offer to Center Omer Asik

The Houston Rockets finally acquired a center, but it is not Dwight Howard. Turkish 7-footer Omer Asik has officially joined the Rockets as the Chicago Bulls declined to match Houston's offer

NBA to Put Sponsorship Patches on Jerseys

In another income-generating move that could generate $100 million in revenues, the NBA is planning to put small sponsorship patches on the shoulder area of team jerseys starting the 2013-14 season

Nuggets Bring Back Center Javale McGee

The Denver Nuggets are hoping to further develop Javale McGee after re-signing the young talented center to a multi-year contract

The Economy Surrounding Jeremy Lin and Linsanity

When point guard Jeremy Lin electrified Madison Garden with his historical basketball run, business surrounding him was good

Clippers Add Forward Grant Hill

The Los Angeles Clippers added another seasoned veteran to their lineup by acquiring swingman Grant Hill on a reported two-year deal

Hornets Keep Playmaker Eric Gordon

The New Orleans Hornets have kept point guard Eric Gordon after matching the Phoenix Suns' four-year, $58 million offer sheet

Center Chris Kaman Joins Mavericks for $8M

Center Chris Kaman will play with close friend Dirk Nowitzki after he agreed to a one-year, $8 million contract with the Dallas Mavericks

Knicks Keeping Lin, Decide to Match Rockets Offer

The New York Knicks aren't going to let Jeremy Lin get away after a breakout season as the Knicks matched the Houston Rockets' four-year offer

Dwyane Wade Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery

Miami Heat superstar Dwyane Wade underwent a successful surgery on his troublesome left knee that bothered him all throughout the season

Hornets Deal for Magic's Ryan Anderson

The Orlando Magic are reportedly negotiating for a sing-and-trade deal that would send Ryan Anderson to the New Orleans Hornets in exchange for power forward prospect Gustavo Ayon

Brandon Roy Signs Two-Year Deal with T-Wolves

Brandon Roy's decision to sign a 2-year deal with the Minnesota looks ideal from every angle as it fulfilled the former All-Star's destiny of becoming a member of the Timberwolves

Hawks Trade Joe Johnson to Nets

The Atlanta Hawks have traded leading scorer Joe Johnson to the Brooklyn Nets for five players with expiring contracts and a first-round pick

Dwight Howard Only Wants Trade to Brooklyn Nets

Orlando Magic star center Dwight Howard maintained that he wants to be traded only to the one team on his preferred list, reportedly the Brooklyn Nets

Kevin Garnett Returns to Celtics

All-star forward Kevin Garnett decided to stay with the Boston Celtics after both parties agreed to a three-year deal

Kentucky Two-Fer: Davis and Kidd-Gilchrist Top Picks in NBA Draft

As expected, the New Orleans Hornets used the No. 1 overall pick to acquire Kentucky's Anthony Davis

Jeff Van Gundy Understands Cleveland's Animosity Toward LeBron

Two years after the infamous 'Decision', Cleveland Cavaliers fans are still bitter with the way LeBron James departed them for the Miami Heat

LeBron James, Heat Top Thunder in Game 2 of NBA Finals

The Heat once again started strong, but this time Miami doused any Oklahoma City Thunder comeback and notched a wire-to-wire 100-96 victory in Game 2. LeBron James had 32 points and was perfect at the foul line

Kevin Durant, Thunder Top Heat; Take Game 1 of NBA Finals

Kevin Durant scored 17 points in the fourth period as the Oklahoma City Thunder stormed back en route to a 105-94 victory over the Miami Heat in Game 1 of the NBA Final

Heat's Big Three Come Through in Game 7 Win Over Celtics

LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh combined for 73 points as the Miami Heat booked their place in the NBA finals following a 101-88 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 7

LeBron's 45 Points Crush Celtics

LeBron James recorded 45 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists to single-handedly power the Heat to a 98-79 victory against the Celtics in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals

Garnett Double-Double, Pierce Clutch Trey Lift Celts Over Heat

Kevin Garnett chalked up 26 points and 11 rebounds and Paul Pierce scored 19 points, including a crucial trey, and the Boston Celtics grinded out a 94-90 Game 5 victory against the Miami Heat to capture a 3-2 series edge

Big 3 Respond vs Heat; Celtics Narrow Series Deficit to 2-1

Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Rajon Rondo combined for 68 points and the Boston Celtics held off the Miami Heat, 101-91, in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference finals series

Ibaka, Sefolosha Star in Thunder's Game 3 Win Over Spurs

The outstanding play of reserves fueled the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 102-82 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of their Western Conference Finals

LeBron, Wade Lead Heat to Game 1 Win Over Celtics

LeBron James scored 32 and grabbed 13 boards while Dwyane Wade added 22 markers as Miami turned up the heat to scorch the Boston Celtics, 93-79 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals

Wade Explodes For 41: Heat Topple Pacers Advance to East Finals

Dwyane Wade exploded for 41 points and LeBron James added 28 points as the Miami Heat knocked out the Indiana Pacers with a 105-93 victory in Game 6

Jerry West Says Lakers No Longer Among Best

Basketball legend Jerry West said the Los Angeles Lakers are no longer an elite team, believing only great offseason deals could lead the purple-and-gold back to title contention

Sixers Force Celtics to Winner-Take-All Game Seven

Jrue Holiday exploded for 20 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers past the Boston Celtics, 82-75, to tie their Eastern Conference semifinal series at 3-3

Clippers Look to Secure Griffin and Paul with Long-Term Deals

The Los Angeles Clippers want to sign Blake Griffin and Chris Paul to long-team contracts, after the tandem led the team to the second round of the NBA playoffs

Huge Third Quarter Lifts Spurs Past Clippers for 3-0 Series Lead

The San Antonio Spurs erased a 22-point deficit with a huge third quarter to beat the Los Angeles Clippers, 96-86

Tony Parker Nets 22, Spurs Top Clippers for 2-0 lead

Tony Parker didn't look over 29 as he scored a game-high 22 points leading San Antonio in thumping the Clippers 105-88

Pacers Frontline Delivers 2-1 Series Edge Against Heat

Roy Hibbert chalked up 19 points and 18 boards and George Hill recorded 20 points as the Indiana Pacers took a 2-1 series lead with a convincing 94-75 victory over the Miami Heat in Game 3

Lebron and Heat Cool Off, Fall To Pacers in Game 2

David West scored 16 points and George Hill added 15 as the Indiana Pacers knocked off the Miami Heat, 78-75 in game two of the Eastern Conference semifinals

Sixers Edge Celtics to Knot Series at 1-1

The Philadelphia 76ers sank six crucial free throws in the last 12 seconds to beat the Boston Celtics, 82-81 and tie their Eastern Conference semifinal series at one-game apiece

Heat Coach Spoelstra Expects Physical Battle Against Pacers

Heat coach Erik Spoelstra expects a physical battle when his team faces the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference semifinals

Pacers' Vogel: Miami Heat Flopped Way to Top

Indiana pacers coach Frank Vogel says the Miami Heat are the biggest flopping team in the NBA, adding spice in the intriguing second-round series between the two Eastern Conference powerhouses

LeBron Snares Third NBA Most Valuable Player Trophy

LeBron James captured his third NBA MVP award. LeBron is the eighth player in NBA history to win the award three times

Ty Lawson's Career Night Helps Nuggets Force Game 7 vs Lakers

The Nuggets have won three of four in the Western Conference semifinals, including a 113-96 game 6 win over the Lakers, with Ty Lawson netting a playoff career-high 32 points

Pumped-Up Garnett Carries Celtics in Series Clincher vs Hawks

Feeling disrespected by comments from a Hawks owner, Kevin Garnett responded with 28 points and 14 boards as the Celtics held on for a thrilling 83-80 series-clinching win vs the Hawks

Iguodala's Clutch Free-Throws Lift Sixers Past Bulls

Andre Iguodala hit two crucial free-throws with 2.2 seconds left and the 76ers eked out a 79-78 Game 6 victory against the Bulls advancing to the Eastern Conference semifinals

Ginobili Hopes Grizzlies-Clippers Series Goes Distance

San Antonio Spurs sixth man Manu Ginobili is hoping that the Memphis Grizzlies-Los Angeles Clippers playoff match-up will go the full route so they can have more time to prepare to defeat the winner of that series

Durant-Powered Thunder Rout Mavs for 3-0 Series Lead

After struggling offensively in the first two games of the series, Kevin Durant scored a game-high 31 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder dismantled the Dallas Mavericks 95-79

Spurs Squelch Jazz in Impressive Rout; Forge 2-0 Series Lead

Tony Parker led seven San Antonio players in double-digit scoring, netting a game-high 18 points, as the Spurs routed the Utah Jazz, 114-83 to take a 2-0 lead in their Western Conference opening-round playoff series

Heat and Thunder Forge 2-0 Playoff Series Leads

The Miami Heat toppled the New York Knicks 104-94 for a 2-0 series lead. The Dallas Mavericks put up a good fight as well, but fell to Oklahoma City, 102-99

Bryant, Bynum Lift Lakers Over Nuggets

Kobe Bryant fired 31 points and Andrew Bynum swatted a postseason record 10 shots in recording a triple-double as the L.A. Lakers cruised to an easy 103-88 victory against the Denver Nuggets in Game 1 of a Western Conference opening-round series

Tony Parker Pours in 28: Spurs Blast Jazz

Tony Parker poured in 28 points while Tim Duncan added 17 points and grabbed 11 rebounds as the San Antonio Spurs overpowered the Utah Jazz 106-91

Durant Powers Oklahoma City Thunder to NBA Finals

Kevin Durant tallied 34 points and 14 boards as the Thunder erased an 18-point first half deficit to defeat the Spurs, 107-99 in Game 6 of their Western Conference finals

Thunder Push Spurs to Brink with Game 5 Road Win

Kevin Durant scored 27 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder held off the San Antonio Spurs to take control of the Western Conference Finals with a 108-103 victory in Game 5

Durant, Ibaka-powered Thunder Top Spurs in Game 4

Kevin Durant tallied 36 points and Serge Ibaka recorded a career-high 26 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder survived a fourth quarter surge from the San Antonio Spurs, 109-103, to level the Western Conference finals at 2-2

Wade Carries Heat Past Celtics in OT; Miami Nets 2-0 Series Lead

Dwyane Wade scored 8 of his 23 points in overtime as the Miami Heat escaped the Boston Celtics, 115-111, to take a 2-0 series advantage in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference finals showdown

Hornets Win Top Lottery Pick in Upcoming NBA Draft

Tom Benson has done a little dancing before as owner of the New Orleans Saints. The Hornets new owner may have also taken a few steps when his team won the No. 1 pick in the NBA's draft lottery

Ginobili, Reserves Key Spurs Game 1 Win Over Thunder

San Antonio reserves combined for 52 points as the Spurs extended their winning streak to 19 games with a 101-98 victory over the Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals

Rajon Rondo Leads Celtics to Game 7 Win

Rajon Rondo scored 11 of Boston's 14 points in the game's last four minutes to lead the Celtics past the 76ers, 85-75, in Game 7

For The Birds: Pacers Exec Doesn't Like Team's 'Soft' Play

Indiana Pacers president Larry Bird believed his team backed down from the physicality of Game 5, allowing the Miami Heat to claim a 115-83 victory

LeBron Leads NBA All-Defensive First Team

For the fifth straight time, reigning MVP LeBron James of the Miami Heat was selected to the NBA All-Defensive First Team

LeBron and Wade Torch Pacers as Heat Level Series 2-2

Dwyane Wade bounced back from a so-so performance and LeBron James recorded a near triple-double as the power duo guided the Heat to a 101-93 victory against the Pacers in Game 4

Lakers Hand Thunder First Playoff Loss, Trail Series 2-1

Kobe Bryant once again carried his team by scoring eight of the final 10 points, helping the Lakers get back in the series with a 99-96 win over the Thunder in Game 3

Kevin Durant Rallies Thunder Past Lakers for 2-0 Series Lead

After getting torched in the opener, the Lakers had the game won, but crumbled late as Kevin Durant scored the go-ahead basket with 18.6 seconds left and the Oklahoma City Thunder escaped with a 77-75 win over Los Angeles in Game 2

Pierce Explodes as Celtics Take 2-1 Edge Against Sixers

Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett and Rajon Rondo all recorded double-doubles to engineer the Boston Celtics to an overwhelming 107-91 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference second-round matchup

LeBron and Wade Combine for 61 points as Heat Topple Pacers

LeBron James and Dwyane Wade combined for 61 points as the Miami Heat beat the Indiana Pacers, 95-86, in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semis series

Stern Agrees that Flopping in NBA is a Concern

NBA commissioner David Stern agrees that flopping has become an issue that the league must start to take more seriously

Rondo, Garnett Rally Celtics Past Sixers in Series-Opener

Rajon Rondo and Kevin Garnett filled up the stats sheets to help rally the Boston Celtics past the Philadelphia 76ers, 92-91 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series

Grizzlies Rout Hobbled Clippers to Force Game 7

Marc Gasol scored a game-high 23 points to pace the Memphis Grizzlies to a 90-88 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers to force a decisive Game 7

Bulls Superstar Derrick Rose Undergoes Knee Surgery

All-Star point guard Derrick Rose underwent surgery to repair his torn ACL in his left knee

LeBron Scores 29 as Heat Finish Off Knicks

LeBron James tallied 29 points, 8 boards and 7 assists while Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade chipped in 19 apiece as the Heat finished off the Knicks, 106-94 in Game 5

Grizzlies Top Clippers to Force Game 6

Marc Gasol and Zach Randolph made their presence felt in Game 5, combining to score 42 points as the Memphis Grizzlies extended their first round series with the Los Angeles Clippers 92-80

Hawks Co-owner Gearon Calls Garnett Dirty

Atlanta Hawks co-owner Michael Gearon Jr. doesn't think much of the Boston Celtics and particularly Kevin Garnett

Nuggets Fend Off Late Lakers Surge to Force Game 6

The Nuggets bench stepped up as Andre Miller scored 17 of his 24 points in the second half, and Denver escaped a late Lakers surge to stave off elimination with a 102-99 win in Game 5

Lebron Guides Heat Past Knicks in Game 3

LeBron James and Dwyane Wade combined for 52 points and the Miami Heat once again used a big second-half to beat the New York Knicks, 87-70 and move one win away towards clinching their first round Eastern Conference playoff series

Kobe Scores 38 as Lakers Beat Nuggets for 2-0 Series Lead

After struggling against the Nuggets in the regular season, Kobe Bryant has dominated through two games of the series, including a 38-point outing in the Los Angeles Lakers' 104-100 Western Conference quarterfinal Game 2 win

Brooklyn Nets Unveil New Logo

As New York rolls out the red carpet for its second NBA team, the Brooklyn Nets, the team has just unveiled the its new logo. Designed by part-owner rapper icon Jay-Z , the design is a simple black-and-white color scheme

Durant's Heroics Prevent Mavs From Stealing Series Opener

Kevin Durant converted a tough shot with 1.5 seconds left, and the Oklahoma City Thunder escaped with a 99-98 win over the Dallas Mavericks

LeBron James, Heat Too Strong for Knicks in Game 1

LeBron James poured in 32 points and Dwyane Wade added 19 points as the Miami Heat took Game 1 of their first-round series with the Knicks by the horn

Cavs Eye North Carolina's Harrison Barnes as Possible Draft Pick

The Cleveland Cavaliers are eyeing to use their No. 4 pick on North Carolina's Harrison Barnes to complement this season's Rookie of the Year Kyrie Irving

Trail Blazers Appoint ex-Clipper Executive Olshey as GM

The Portland Trail Blazers appointed Neil Olshey as their general manager, days after his negotiations with the Los Angeles Clippers fell apart

Celtics Survive Heat in OT; Even series at 2-2

Rajon Rondo recorded 15 points while Kevin Garnett racked up 17 points as the Celtics knotted their series at 2-2 with a scintillating 93-91 Game 4 OT victory against the Heat

Spurs Hold Off Thunder for Commanding 2-0 series Lead

Tony Parker exploded with a playoff-high 34 points on 16 of 21 shooting from the floor, helping the San Antonio Spurs stay perfect in the playoffs with a 120-111 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder

Tim Duncan Declares: 'I'm a Spur for life'

San Antonio Spurs superstar Tim Duncan said testing the free-agent market has not crossed his mind, saying he plans to end his Hall-of-Fame career where it all began

Guarded Optimism: Knicks Expect Jeremy Lin to Stay

New York Knicks general manager Glen Grunwald is confident that point guard Jeremy Lim will remain their starting playmaker next season

Spoelstra Fined 25K For Criticizing Refs in Pacers Series

Erik Spoelstra's comments critical of the officiating during the Eastern Conference semifinals with the Pacers may be justified, but the Heat coach will have to pay $25,000 in fines

Eight Shot in Oklahoma City after Thunder Win

The Oklahoma City Thunder's win over the Lakers turned violent. Following the win at least eight people were shot and a pregnant woman was kicked during the chaos

Brandon Bass Keys Celtics Win Over 76ers in Game 5

Brandon Bass and the Celtics dominated the second half to top the 76ers, 101-85, and take a 3-2 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series

Thunder Steal Game 4 vs Lakers, Take Commanding 3-1 Series Lead

The Thunder bounced back and stole Game 4 with a fourth-quarter rally punctuated by a Kevin Durant go-ahead 3-pointer with 13.7 seconds left en route to a 103-100 win over the Lakers

Sixers Claw Back From 18-Point Deficit to Top Celtics

Evan Turner and Andre Iguodala each scored 16 points to fuel The Philadelphia 76ers to a 92-83 come-from-behind victory over the Boston Celtics and even up the series at 2-2

Wade, Spoelstra Clash as Heat Wilt Under Pressure

After losing Games 2 and 3 to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference semifinals, the Miami Heat are starting to feel the pressure

Well-rested Spurs Top Clippers in Game 1 of West Semis

The Spurs didn't show rust with Tim Duncan pouring in 26 points to go with 10 boards in San Antonio's series opening 108-92 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers

Kyrie Irving Named NBA's Top Rookie

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving named NBA's Rookie of the Year for the 2011-2012 regular-season

Coach K to Step Down as Team USA Coach After London Games

Multi-titled coach Mike Krzyzewski has announced that he will step down as mentor of the USA Men's Basketball Team after the 2012 London Olympics

Clippers Tame Grizzlies in Game 7

The Los Angeles Clippers edged the Memphis Grizzlies, 82-72 in Game 7 and advanced to the Western Conference semifinals against the dangerous and experienced San Antonio Spurs

Rejuvenated Gasol Powers Lakers Past Nuggets in Game 7

Pau Gasol responded with 23 points and 17 boards and the Los Angeles Lakers topped the Denver Nuggets with a series clinching 96-87 win

Sessions Becoming a Key to Lakers Championship Push

Sessions hit a huge 3-pointer in the final minute to help lead the Lakers to a crucial 92-88 victory over the Denver Nuggets in Game 4 of their Western Conference first-round series

Carmelo Scores 41: Knicks Avoid Sweep; Top Heat in Game 4

Carmelo Anthony dropped 41 points and Amar'e Stoudemire racked up a double-double as the New York Knicks lived for another day after pulling off a gutty 89-87 victory over the Miami Heat in Game 4 of their first-round series

James Harden's Career Night Helps Thunder Sweep Mavs

The Thunder made sure there would be a different NBA champion this season with James Harden scoring 15 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter as Oklahoma City completed the series sweep of the Dallas Mavericks 103-97 in Game 4

Backcourt Consistency Gives Sixers 2-1 Series Edge Over Bulls

The inspired play of Jrue Holiday, Lou Willliams, and Evan Turner have helped the Philadelphia 76ers take a decisive 2-1 edge in their first-round series against the Chicago Bulls, who are badly missing their star point guard Derrick Rose

Ty Lawson Leads Nuggets Back into Series vs Lakers

Ty Lawson unloaded a game-high 25 as he carved up the Lakers, and the Denver Nuggets rode a quick start to climb back into their series with the Los Angeles Lakers 99-84

O.J. Mayo Scores 20 as Grizzlies Top Clippers in Game 2

O.J. Mayo poured in 10 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, lifting the Memphis Grizzlies to a 105-98 win over the Los Angeles Clippers in game two of a Western Conference opening-round playoff series

Knicks Amare Stoudemire Injures Hand

New York Knicks star forward Amare Stoudemire suffered a left hand laceration after reportedly punching a glass case following Game 2. He will likely miss the remainder of the series

Jeremy Lin Hopes for Return vs Heat

New York Knicks point guard Jeremy Lin went through some light drills and is hoping to return to action before the end of New York's first-round series against the Miami Heat

Bulls Win Opener vs Sixers, Lose Derrick Rose to Injury

The Chicago Bulls handled the Philadelphia 76ers 103-91 in an Eastern Conference playoff opener, but the victory came at a steep price as Derrick Rose injured himself late in the game

Mavs Owner Cuban Says West Winnable for Several Teams

Mark Cuban believes his Dallas Mavericks have a legit shot to win the Western Conference playoffs despite finishing the regular-season on a losing note