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Knicks great Willis Reed dies aged 80
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Knicks great Willis Reed dies aged 80

March 21, 2023
Legendary New York Knicks Hall of Famer Willis Reed, who was part of one of the most memorable moments in NBA history, died on Tuesday at the age of 80.…
Kyrie speaks out against Morant's 'overload of judgement from the court of public opinion'
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Kyrie speaks out against Morant's 'overload of judgement from the court of public opinion'

March 21, 2023
Dallas Mavericks' All-Star Kyrie Irving took the opportunity in his post-game media appearance to share support for recently suspended Memphis Grizzlies franchise player Ja Morant. The comments came after Monday's…
'Shame to waste that performance' - Knicks rue loss as Randle makes franchise history in 57-point haul
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'Shame to waste that performance' - Knicks rue loss as Randle makes franchise history in 57-point haul

March 21, 2023
New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau says it was a "shame to waste" Julius Randle's 57-point performance in Monday's 140-134 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Randle produced a career-best…
Thompson, Kerr and the Warriors breathe sigh of relief after snapping 11-game road losing streak
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Thompson, Kerr and the Warriors breathe sigh of relief after snapping 11-game road losing streak

March 20, 2023
Golden State Warriors sharpshooter Klay Thompson was relieved to finally snap a streak of 11 consecutive road losses after beating the Houston Rockets 121-108 on Monday. The Warriors came into…
Warriors bank first road win since January, Randle explodes for 57 in Knicks loss
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Warriors bank first road win since January, Randle explodes for 57 in Knicks loss

March 20, 2023
The Golden State Warriors snapped a run of 11 consecutive road losses by defeating the Houston Rockets 121-108 on Monday. Entering the game with the third-worst road record in the…
Bulls head coach highlights 'uphill battle' for Lonzo's recovery from third knee surgery
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Bulls head coach highlights 'uphill battle' for Lonzo's recovery from third knee surgery

March 20, 2023
Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan called Lonzo Ball's road to recovery an "uphill battle" as the 25-year-old went under the knife on Monday for the third procedure on his…
Morant expected to make Grizzlies return on Wednesday against the Rockets
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Morant expected to make Grizzlies return on Wednesday against the Rockets

March 20, 2023
Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins is "hopeful" All-NBA point guard Ja Morant will make his return on Wednesday after completing an eight-game suspension. Morant, 23, was suspended after a…
NBA Game of the Week: Slumping Nets try to win rebound challenge against Cavs
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NBA Game of the Week: Slumping Nets try to win rebound challenge against Cavs

March 20, 2023
The Brooklyn Nets will attempt to arrest their slide in the Eastern Conference when they host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday. Brooklyn and the Cavs square off twice in New…
Reaves lost for words after LeBron praise following career-high haul in Lakers win
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Reaves lost for words after LeBron praise following career-high haul in Lakers win

March 20, 2023
Austin Reaves was lost for words after praise from four-time MVP team-mate LeBron James following his career-best 35 points led the Los Angeles Lakers to a crucial win on Sunday.…
Budenholzer praises 'special' Giannis after perfect triple-double
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Budenholzer praises 'special' Giannis after perfect triple-double

March 20, 2023
Milwaukee Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer simply called Giannis Antetokounmpo "special" after shooting a perfect nine-of-nine 22-point triple-double in Sunday's 118-111 win over the Toronto Raptors. Antetokounmpo brought up his…
Lakers expect LeBron to return 'at some point' before end of regular season
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Lakers expect LeBron to return 'at some point' before end of regular season

March 19, 2023
LeBron James' regular season is not over, according to Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham. James has been absent since suffering a tendon injury in his foot during a…
Jokic and Giannis record triple-doubles as Nuggets find form and Bucks claim 51st win
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Jokic and Giannis record triple-doubles as Nuggets find form and Bucks claim 51st win

March 19, 2023
Nikola Jokic recorded his 28th triple-double of the season as the Western Conference-leading Denver Nuggets rediscovered some form with a 108-102 road victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday. The…
Jokic: Nuggets should be worried about loss of form
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Jokic: Nuggets should be worried about loss of form

March 19, 2023
Nikola Jokic admitted the Denver Nuggets need to be concerned following defeat against the New York Knicks. A 116-110 reverse at Madison Square Garden condemned the Nuggets to a fifth…
Westbrook takes responsibility for Clippers' Magic defeat after shooting goes cold
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Westbrook takes responsibility for Clippers' Magic defeat after shooting goes cold

March 19, 2023
Russell Westbrook shouldered the responsibility for the Los Angeles Clippers' defeat to the Orlando Magic, saying "it's on me to be more focused in closing the game". The Clippers, fifth…
'Walking cheat code' Embiid on course for MVP - Pacers coach Carlisle
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'Walking cheat code' Embiid on course for MVP - Pacers coach Carlisle

March 19, 2023
Joel Embiid has been dubbed a "walking cheat code" by Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle after leading the Philadelphia 76ers to an eight-straight win. Embiid set a franchise record with…
Jazz down Celtics after last-ditch Kessler block, Embiid breaks 76ers record
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Jazz down Celtics after last-ditch Kessler block, Embiid breaks 76ers record

March 18, 2023
Walker Kessler produced a game-winning block to deny Grant Williams' after Lauri Markkanen's 27th double-double of the season as the Utah Jazz edged the Boston Celtics 118-117 on Saturday. The…
Irving trying to maximise efficiency after playing through pain barrier to inspire Mavs
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Irving trying to maximise efficiency after playing through pain barrier to inspire Mavs

March 18, 2023
Kyrie Irving is focusing on maximising his on-court efficiency after returning from injury in style for the Dallas Mavericks on Friday. Irving had been absent from the Mavs' previous three…
Jenkins puts Grizzlies' season-best comeback down to frank halftime discussion
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Jenkins puts Grizzlies' season-best comeback down to frank halftime discussion

March 18, 2023
Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said a frank halftime discussion among his players was the catalyst for the biggest comeback in the NBA this season. Trailing by 29 points in…
'I couldn't walk on it' - Timberwolves franchise player Anthony Edwards suffers ankle injury
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'I couldn't walk on it' - Timberwolves franchise player Anthony Edwards suffers ankle injury

March 18, 2023
The Minnesota Timberwolves are anxiously awaiting an injury update on star player Anthony Edwards after the former Rookie of the Year had to be carried off the court on Friday.…
Grizzlies forward Brooks fined $35,000 for shoving camera person
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Grizzlies forward Brooks fined $35,000 for shoving camera person

March 17, 2023
Dillon Brooks has been fined $35,000 by the NBA for the "unsportsmanlike act" of pushing a camera person. The Memphis Grizzlies guard-forward could be seen nudging the camera operator while…
Michael Jordan in talks to sell majority stake in Charlotte Hornets
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Michael Jordan in talks to sell majority stake in Charlotte Hornets

March 17, 2023
Michael Jordan is reportedly engaged in serious talks to sell a majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets. Five-time NBA MVP Jordan became the only black majority owner in the league…
Nets have had 'zero discussions' over shutting down Simmons' season - Vaughn
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Nets have had 'zero discussions' over shutting down Simmons' season - Vaughn

March 17, 2023
Ben Simmons has had "zero discussions" with the Brooklyn Nets about bringing his season to an end, says head coach Jacque Vaughn. While remaining vague about the specific issue keeping…
Kings 'dangerous' after ending record wait for winning season, says coach Brown
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Kings 'dangerous' after ending record wait for winning season, says coach Brown

March 17, 2023
The Sacramento Kings can be "dangerous" after ensuring their first winning season since 2005-06 with a 101-96 triumph over the Brooklyn Nets, believes coach Mike Brown. Domantas Sabonis starred with …
Lonzo Ball out 'indefinitely' as third knee surgery looms, doubts remain over Bulls return
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Lonzo Ball out 'indefinitely' as third knee surgery looms, doubts remain over Bulls return

March 17, 2023
Lonzo Ball will be out "indefinitely" as he prepares to undergo a third surgery on his left knee in 14 months, with the Chicago Bulls reportedly concerned about his chances…
Jokic drops another 30-piece as Nuggets snap their four-game skid, Sabonis posts 20-20 in Kings win
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Jokic drops another 30-piece as Nuggets snap their four-game skid, Sabonis posts 20-20 in Kings win

March 16, 2023
Reigning back-to-back MVP Nikola Jokic prioritised his scoring to help the Denver Nuggets snap their four-game losing streak on Thursday. Jokic posted a game-high 30 points to go with 10…
Hawks extend Bogdanovic for four years on $68million deal
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Hawks extend Bogdanovic for four years on $68million deal

March 16, 2023
The Atlanta Hawks and swingman Bogdan Bogdanovic have agreed to a four-year, $68million contract extension. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported on Thursday that Bogdanovic declined his $18m player option for next…
Cavaliers coach bemoans 'clear as day' Embiid charge
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Cavaliers coach bemoans 'clear as day' Embiid charge

March 16, 2023
Cleveland Cavaliers coach J.B. Bickerstaff was not happy with the decision to allow Joel Embiid to stay on the court as the man widely tipped to win this season's NBA …
Kerr grateful for 50-point Curry 'putting on a show' despite Warriors loss at Clippers
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Kerr grateful for 50-point Curry 'putting on a show' despite Warriors loss at Clippers

March 16, 2023
Steve Kerr praised Stephen Curry's ability to "put on a great show every night" as he recorded 50 points despite the Golden State Warriors losing on the road again at …
Ham cites lack of Lakers' 'energy, effort and urgency' as they slump to defeat in Houston
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Ham cites lack of Lakers' 'energy, effort and urgency' as they slump to defeat in Houston

March 16, 2023
Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham was not happy with the application of his team in their 114-110 defeat at the Houston Rockets on Wednesday. Going up against the…
'I realise what I have to lose' - Morant expresses remorse over nightclub incident
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'I realise what I have to lose' - Morant expresses remorse over nightclub incident

March 16, 2023
Ja Morant says he made a "bad mistake" but now realises what he has to lose following a series of poor off-court decisions leading to his eight-game NBA suspension. The…
Warriors suffer ninth straight road loss despite Curry's 50, Embiid's 76ers claim sixth win in a row
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Warriors suffer ninth straight road loss despite Curry's 50, Embiid's 76ers claim sixth win in a row

March 15, 2023
Stephen Curry's 50 points were not enough for the Golden State Warriors to avoid a ninth straight road loss going down 134-126 to the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. The…
Morant suspended further three games, eligible to return March 20
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Morant suspended further three games, eligible to return March 20

March 15, 2023
Memphis Grizzlies All-Star Ja Morant has been suspended a total of eight games without pay for carrying a gun into a Denver nightclub earlier this month, the NBA announced on…
Malone: Complacent Nuggets in 'chill mode' and have become 'soft with success'
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Malone: Complacent Nuggets in 'chill mode' and have become 'soft with success'

March 15, 2023
Michael Malone suggested complacency is behind the Denver Nuggets' four-game losing streak. The Nuggets went down 125-110 to the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday, and are now winless since March 6.…
Giannis: Bucks must 'stay humble' after clinching playoff spot
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Giannis: Bucks must 'stay humble' after clinching playoff spot

March 15, 2023
Giannis Antetokounmpo warned his team-mates not to get ahead of themselves after the Milwaukee Bucks became the first side to clinch a playoff spot. The Bucks beat the Phoenix Suns…
Lakers to be without in-form Davis against Houston
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Lakers to be without in-form Davis against Houston

March 15, 2023
Darvin Ham confirmed the Los Angeles Lakers will not risk Anthony Davis against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday. Davis starred in a 123-108 win over his former team the New…
March Madness: Texas and Pittsburgh advance with First Four victories
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March Madness: Texas and Pittsburgh advance with First Four victories

March 15, 2023
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi won 75-71 victory over Southeast Missouri to advance to the NCAA tournament where they will face no.1 seed Alabama in the South Region. The Islanders held off…
Giannis stars as Bucks reach 50 wins after eclipsing Suns, Nuggets fall to fourth straight loss
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Giannis stars as Bucks reach 50 wins after eclipsing Suns, Nuggets fall to fourth straight loss

March 14, 2023
The Milwaukee Bucks underlined their NBA title favouritism as they reached 50 wins for the season with a commanding 116-104 road victory over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. Giannis Antetokounmpo…
Doncic ruled out for a third straight game with Mavericks sliding in the West
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Doncic ruled out for a third straight game with Mavericks sliding in the West

March 14, 2023
All-Star Luka Doncic has been ruled out for a third straight game for the Dallas Mavericks as he continues to recover from a thigh injury sustained last week. Doncic will…
NBA Game of the Week: Warriors attempt to stop the rot on the road against Clippers
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NBA Game of the Week: Warriors attempt to stop the rot on the road against Clippers

March 14, 2023
The Golden State Warriors' NBA title defence has so far been beset by problems – primarily the absences of key personnel. Even now, there remains no return date for Andrew…
Morant enters counselling, return date still uncertain
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Morant enters counselling, return date still uncertain

March 14, 2023
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant has entered counselling in Florida, with the timeline for his return to action still uncertain. Morant remains away from the Grizzlies following an incident in…
Middleton earns high praise as Bucks coach Budenholzer rues 'unfortunate' scuffle
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Middleton earns high praise as Bucks coach Budenholzer rues 'unfortunate' scuffle

March 14, 2023
Mike Budenholzer hailed a "really special" game from Khris Middleton and described a scuffle that marred the closing moments as "unfortunate" as the Milwaukee Bucks won 133-124 against the Sacramento…
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