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Doncic: Mavericks will 'believe until the end' after avoiding Finals sweep
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Doncic: Mavericks will 'believe until the end' after avoiding Finals sweep

June 15, 2024
Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks will "believe until the end" after they kept their NBA title hopes alive with a Game 4 victory over the Boston Celtics. The Celtics headed to…
Brown: Celtics must 'reassemble' after missing chance to clinch title in Game 4
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Brown: Celtics must 'reassemble' after missing chance to clinch title in Game 4

June 15, 2024
The Boston Celtics must "reassemble" after missing the chance to clinch the NBA Championship on Friday, says Jaylen Brown. The Celtics headed into Game 4 on the road at the…
NBA: Mavericks roll past Celtics to avoid sweep in NBA Finals
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NBA: Mavericks roll past Celtics to avoid sweep in NBA Finals

June 14, 2024
Luka Dončić scored 25 of his 29 points in a dominant first half and the Dallas Mavericks rolled to a 122-84 rout of the Boston Celtics to avoid a sweep…
'Experience is the best teacher', says Brown as Celtics close on NBA championship
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'Experience is the best teacher', says Brown as Celtics close on NBA championship

June 13, 2024
Jaylen Brown said the Boston Celtics had learned from past mistakes after they took another step towards clinching the NBA championship with Wednesday's Game 3 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.…
Celtics' Porzingis ruled out for Game 3 vs. Mavericks
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Celtics' Porzingis ruled out for Game 3 vs. Mavericks

June 12, 2024
The Boston Celtics won't have Kristaps Porzingis for Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday because of a rare injury to his left leg. The…
NBA icon Jerry West dies at 86
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NBA icon Jerry West dies at 86

June 12, 2024
Jerry West, a Basketball Hall of Fame inductee as a professional player, Olympian and executive and the inspiration behind the NBA's iconic logo, died Wednesday at the age of 86.…
Irving will do 'whatever it takes' after accepting blame for Mavs' 2-0 deficit
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Irving will do 'whatever it takes' after accepting blame for Mavs' 2-0 deficit

June 12, 2024
Kyrie Irving accepted the blame for the Dallas Mavericks being 2-0 down to the Boston Celtics and vowed to do "whatever it takes" to turn things around. The Mavs lost…
Porzingis uncertain to play in Game 3 due to 'serious' leg injury
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Porzingis uncertain to play in Game 3 due to 'serious' leg injury

June 11, 2024
Boston Celtics centre Kristaps Porzingis sustained a rare injury to his left leg, putting his status for Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday into question. The Celtics announced…
Hurley reportedly turns down job to coach Lakers
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Hurley reportedly turns down job to coach Lakers

June 10, 2024
Dan Hurley has reportedly decided not to take the Los Angeles Lakers' head coaching job. Hurley, who has won back-to-back collegiate national championships at UConn, turned down a six-year, $70million…
Brown hails Holiday 'killer-like mentality' after Celtics double NBA Finals lead
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Brown hails Holiday 'killer-like mentality' after Celtics double NBA Finals lead

June 10, 2024
Jaylen Brown saluted Jrue Holiday's "killer-like mentality" as the latter starred in the Boston Celtics' victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Holiday top-scored with 26 points and 11 rebounds for the…
Doncic shoulders blame for Game 2 loss as Mavs go 2-0 down
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Doncic shoulders blame for Game 2 loss as Mavs go 2-0 down

June 10, 2024
Luka Doncic claimed he cost the Dallas Mavericks the game after they went 2-0 down to the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals, despite recording a triple-double. Doncic finished with…
Celtics go up 2-0 on Mavericks in NBA Finals
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Celtics go up 2-0 on Mavericks in NBA Finals

June 09, 2024
Jrue Holiday amassed 26 points and 11 rebounds to lead the way as the Boston Celtics opened up a 2-0 lead on the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals with…
Mavericks star Doncic to play in NBA FInals Game 2
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Mavericks star Doncic to play in NBA FInals Game 2

June 09, 2024
Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Dončić will play in Sunday's Game 2 of the NBA Finals despite being downgraded to questionable on the injury report earlier in the day. Doncic is…
Mavericks guard Doncic downgraded to questionable for Game 2 against Celtics
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Mavericks guard Doncic downgraded to questionable for Game 2 against Celtics

June 09, 2024
The Dallas Mavericks downgraded Luka Doncic to questionable for Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics on Sunday. With the Mavericks in danger of dropping the first…
Brown lauds returning Porzingis after 'monster' Game 1 against Mavs
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Brown lauds returning Porzingis after 'monster' Game 1 against Mavs

June 07, 2024
Jaylen Brown hailed Kristaps Porzingis after the Boston Celtics power forward returned from injury with a "monster game" against the Dallas Mavericks. Porzingis, who has been absent for five weeks…
Washington urges Mavs to 'stay connected' after losing NBA Finals opener
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Washington urges Mavs to 'stay connected' after losing NBA Finals opener

June 07, 2024
P.J. Washington urged the Dallas Mavericks to "stay connected and together" following defeat to the Boston Celtics in their NBA Finals opener. The Mavs' first championship series since they were…
NBA: Balanced Celtics roll past Mavs in NBA Finals opener
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NBA: Balanced Celtics roll past Mavs in NBA Finals opener

June 06, 2024
Jaylen Brown led six players in double figures with 22 points and Kristaps Porziņģis had 20 in his first game in over a month as the Boston Celtics pulled away…
Lakers to move for Hurley as new head coach – reports
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Lakers to move for Hurley as new head coach – reports

June 06, 2024
The Los Angeles Lakers will move for Connecticut Huskies head coach Dan Hurley to succeed Darvin Ham, according to reports. The Lakers fired Ham last month after suffering a five-game…
Celtics' Porzingis off injury report for Game 1 of NBA Finals against Mavericks
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Celtics' Porzingis off injury report for Game 1 of NBA Finals against Mavericks

June 05, 2024
The Boston Celtics will get starting centre Kristaps Porzingis back in the lineup on Thursday when they host the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. It was…
Irving 'the most gifted player the NBA has ever seen', says James
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Irving 'the most gifted player the NBA has ever seen', says James

June 05, 2024
Kyrie Irving is the "most gifted player the NBA has ever seen" and holds the key to the Dallas Mavericks' chances of victory in the NBA Finals, according to former…
Celtics’ Porzingis expected to return for Game 1 of NBA Finals against Mavericks
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Celtics’ Porzingis expected to return for Game 1 of NBA Finals against Mavericks

June 04, 2024
The Boston Celtics are expected to get starting center Kristaps Porzingis back in the lineup on Thursday when they host the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.…
Celtics star Tatum aims for NBA Finals redemption
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Celtics star Tatum aims for NBA Finals redemption

June 02, 2024
Jayson Tatum views the upcoming NBA Finals as a chance at redemption for the Boston Celtics after falling short two years ago. The Celtics swept the Indiana Pacers to reach…
Kings extend head coach Brown through 2026-27
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Kings extend head coach Brown through 2026-27

June 01, 2024
The Sacramento Kings and head coach Mike Brown have agreed to a contract extension through 2026-27. According to multiple reports, the deal is worth $30 million with Brown’s base salary…
'It was Luka magic mode', Kidd revels as Doncic-inspired Mavs reach NBA final
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'It was Luka magic mode', Kidd revels as Doncic-inspired Mavs reach NBA final

May 31, 2024
Luka Doncic was in "magic mode" after his starring role helped the Dallas Mavericks to their first NBA finals since 2011, coach Jason Kidd said. The Mavs and the Boston…
'It was Luka magic mode', Kidd revels as Doncic-inspired Mavs reach NBA Finals
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'It was Luka magic mode', Kidd revels as Doncic-inspired Mavs reach NBA Finals

May 31, 2024
Luka Doncic was in "magic mode" after his starring role helped the Dallas Mavericks to their first NBA Finals since 2011, coach Jason Kidd said. The Mavs and the Boston…
NBA: Doncic dominates early as Mavs cruise into NBA Finals
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NBA: Doncic dominates early as Mavs cruise into NBA Finals

May 30, 2024
Luka Dončić scored 20 of his 36 points in the first quarter and Kyrie Irving also scored 36 as the Dallas Mavericks booked a trip to the NBA Finals with…
Wizards hire interim head coach Keefe on full-time basis
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Wizards hire interim head coach Keefe on full-time basis

May 29, 2024
The Washington Wizards gave interim head coach Brian Keefe the permanent job on Wednesday. “We are excited for Brian to become our next head coach. Brian is a proven motivator…
Los Angeles Clippers extend head coach Lue
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Los Angeles Clippers extend head coach Lue

May 29, 2024
Tyronn Lue is staying with the Los Angeles Clippers after agreeing to a new long-term contract, the team announced Wednesday. Terms of the agreement are not yet known, though ESPN…
Edwards credits Towns as bounce-back performance keeps Timberwolves alive
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Edwards credits Towns as bounce-back performance keeps Timberwolves alive

May 29, 2024
Anthony Edwards credited Karl-Anthony Towns after he halted his slump to keep the Minnesota Timberwolves alive in their Western Conference finals series against the Dallas Mavericks. Towns scored 20 of…
Timberwolves hold off Mavericks to force Game 5
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Timberwolves hold off Mavericks to force Game 5

May 29, 2024
Anthony Edwards just missed a triple-double, Karl-Anthony Towns scored 20 of his 25 points in the second half and the Minnesota Timberwolves held on to beat the Dallas Mavericks 105-100…
NBA: Timberwolves hold off Mavericks to force Game 5
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NBA: Timberwolves hold off Mavericks to force Game 5

May 29, 2024
Anthony Edwards just missed a triple-double, Karl-Anthony Towns scored 20 of his 25 points in the second half and the Minnesota Timberwolves held on to beat the Dallas Mavericks 105-100…
Celtics a changed team since 2022 NBA Finals defeat, says Brown
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Celtics a changed team since 2022 NBA Finals defeat, says Brown

May 28, 2024
The Boston Celtics return to the NBA Finals as a different team to that beaten by the Golden State Warriors two years ago, says their Eastern Conference finals hero Jaylen…
Celtics sweep Pacers to reach NBA Finals
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Celtics sweep Pacers to reach NBA Finals

May 27, 2024
Derrick White's tie-breaking 3-pointer with 45 seconds left sent the Boston Celtics into the NBA Finals for the second time in three years with a 105-102 win over the Indiana…
NBA legend Walton dies at 71
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NBA legend Walton dies at 71

May 27, 2024
Basketball legend Bill Walton died Monday at the age of 71. The NBA announced he passed away following a prolonged battle with cancer. During a 10-year professional career, Walton won…
'He's born for clutch situations' - Doncic salutes 'Mr Fourth Quarter' Irving
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'He's born for clutch situations' - Doncic salutes 'Mr Fourth Quarter' Irving

May 27, 2024
Luka Doncic says Kyrie Irving was "born for the clutch situations" as the Dallas Mavericks produced another late show to deny the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Mavs, who overcame a late …
NBA: Doncic and Irving shine as Mavericks take 3-0 lead on Timberwolves
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NBA: Doncic and Irving shine as Mavericks take 3-0 lead on Timberwolves

May 26, 2024
Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving each scored 33 points to send the Dallas Mavericks a win away from reaching the NBA Finals with Sunday's 116-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves…
Celtics thankful to Holiday's 'big-time play' after taking 3-0 lead against Pacers
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Celtics thankful to Holiday's 'big-time play' after taking 3-0 lead against Pacers

May 26, 2024
The Boston Celtics were indebted to Jrue Holiday after they moved one win away from reaching the NBA Finals with Saturday's victory against the Indiana Pacers. Holiday converted a three-point…
NBA: Celtics erase 18-point deficit for 3-0 lead in East finals
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NBA: Celtics erase 18-point deficit for 3-0 lead in East finals

May 25, 2024
Jrue Holiday converted a three-point play with 38 seconds remaining, then made a game-saving steal as the Boston Celtics overcame an 18-point deficit to beat the Indiana Pacers 114-111 for…
Pacers star Haliburton reportedly out for Game 3 vs. Celtics
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Pacers star Haliburton reportedly out for Game 3 vs. Celtics

May 25, 2024
The Indiana Pacers reportedly won't have star Tyrese Haliburton for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Boston Celtics on Saturday. Haliburton exited in the third quarter of…
Kidd lauds 'special' Doncic's love of the big stage after game-winning 3
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Kidd lauds 'special' Doncic's love of the big stage after game-winning 3

May 25, 2024
Luka Doncic loves the big stage, and that's what makes him "special" to Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd. Doncic again displayed his ability to perform in the biggest moments…
NBA: Doncic's late 3-pointer gives Mavericks 2-0 lead
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NBA: Doncic's late 3-pointer gives Mavericks 2-0 lead

May 24, 2024
Luka Dončić drilled a 3-pointer from the top of the key with 3 seconds remaining and finished with a triple-double as the Dallas Mavericks rallied for a 109-108 win over…
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