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Cavs Beat Lakers

2011-02-16T19:17:00.000-08:00

The Los Angeles Lakers have moments ago lost to NBA's worst team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, who just recently ended their losing streak of 26 games.

The Lakers have lost three in a row now. After losing their previous game to Indiana, Phil Jackson, Lakers' head coach, refused to talk to the press and Kobe slipped out before being interviewed.

Sessions was the high scorer tonight for the Cavs with 32 points.

LeBron Says He Wishes Cavs The Best

2011-02-01T07:49:00.000-08:00

LeBron James sees no reason to enjoy the Cavs losing streak.

LeBron said Monday night, before facing the Cavs, that Cleveland's drop from a championship contender to NBA's worst team does nothing to prove that he made the right decision to leave Cleveland and team up with Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh.

Cleveland game to the game with a 20 game losing streak and an 8 and 39 record, the worst in the league. With LeBron, Cleveland was one of the best in the league. Now, about 7 months after 'The Decision' Cleveland is approaching the league losing streak record.

"It didn't matter for me if the Cavs were going to have a successful season or not," James said. "I felt like I was making the right choice for me as an individual and for my career. Like I said, I have nothing bad to say about the players that I left and the team. I wish the organization the best. And I wish the fans, more than anything, the best because we had a lot of great years together."

NBA All Star Starters

2011-01-30T21:20:00.000-08:00

East
Dwight Howard
LeBron James
Dwyane Wade
Derrick Rose
Amar'e Stoudemire

West
Carmelo Anthony
Kobe Bryant
Kevin Durant
Yao Ming
Chris Paul

Lakers' Jackson Said This Will Be His Last Season

2011-01-27T18:16:00.000-08:00

Los Angeles Lakers' coach Phil Jackson said this will be his last season as a coach.

Coming into this season with a chance to get his fourth 'three-peat' and his second with the Lakers, Jackson said this could be his last season.

However, earlier Jackson said he didn't know if this would be his last season.

Kendrick Perkins Back For Celtics

2011-01-26T07:42:00.000-08:00

Kendrick Perkins is back since last year's NBA finals where he tore ligaments in his knee.

Perkins received a standing ovation when he got on the floor four minutes into the game against the Cavs. Among the cheering crowd was his teammates.

A minute later, Perkins was at the line, after making a reverse layup and getting fouled.

Perkins hurt his knee in the sixth game of the NBA finals against the Lakers.

Perkins was restricted to sixteen minutes for his first game back.

Cavs' Williams With Hip Injury

2011-01-20T07:34:00.000-08:00

The Cavaliers are falling as fast as their record.

Cleveland point guard Mo Williams will be out for several weeks with a hip injury, another blow to the NBA's worst team.

Vince Carter Reaches 20,000 Points

2011-01-18T07:52:00.000-08:00

Vince Carter has reached his 20,000 point, becoming the 37th NBA player to do so.

Carter needed 9 points before the Suns' game against the New York Knicks, and got there quickly after getting 8 points in the first quarter.

The eight time All-Star has been in double figures in all ten games since joining the Suns.

Carter scored 15 points in the first half on Monday.

Miami's Big 3 Miss Practice

2011-01-17T19:52:00.001-08:00

LeBron with an ankle injury. Bosh with an ankle injury. Wade with a sore knee.

The Big 3 missed practice on Monday with injuries.

This was the first time that Bosh, James, and Wade all missed practice.

James and Wade are expected to play tomorrow night but Bosh may not.

Nowitzki Back In Mavs' Lineup

2011-01-15T20:49:00.000-08:00

Maverick's forward Dirk Nowitzki returned to the lineup and started Saturday against the Memphis Grizzlies before getting ejected in the third quarter.

Nowiztki, the Mavs' high scorer, with 24.1 points a game, has missed the last nine games with a strained knee.

The Mavericks were 2 - 7 with the absence of Nowitzki.

And in the third quarter, Nowitzki got called for a foul. Nowitzki argued the call and got himself two technicals and then was ejected.

LeBron Explains Tweet

2011-01-13T08:02:00.000-08:00

One day after tweaking Dan Gilbert and the Cavs after the Cavs lost 112 to 57, LeBron explained the Tweet.

The Tweet was: "Crazy. Karma is a b----. Gets you every time. It's not good to wish bad on anybody. God sees everything!"

The Tweet seemed to be aimed at Gilbert, for Gilbert sent LeBron a letter wishing him bad luck and telling him he'll bring the Cleveland curse with him down south, when he teamed up with Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami.

But before Miami's game against the Los Angeles Clippers, LeBron tried to explain the Tweet.

"It was just how I was feeling at the time,'' he said. "It wasn't even a comment from me, it was someone who sent it to me and I sent it out. It wasn't towards that team. It definitely wasn't a good showing by that team last night, I know they wish they would have played better, but nothing towards them.''

The Cavs 112 - 57 loss was their 11th straight loss.

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2011-01-13T07:38:00.000-08:00

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Lakers' Barnes Has Knee Surgery

2011-01-12T16:32:00.000-08:00

Los Angeles Lakers forward Matt Barnes has had surgery on his right knee.

The Lakers say the surgery was done Tuesday by a team's doctor.

Barnes is expected to be out about 8 weeks after injuring his knee on January 7.

Barnes averaged 7.4 points in 20.8 minutes.

Wizards' Howard Out Another 7 to 10 Days

2011-01-11T07:41:00.000-08:00

Washington Wizards Josh Howard will be out at least another week with a sore knee.

Howard has missed three games and parts of two since his knee started acting up in December. He had tore ligaments in the same knee almost a year ago, had surgery, missed the last twenty-eight games last year, and the first twenty-four this year.

Howard has played in only eight games this year.

Beasly Misses Practice With Ankle Injury

2011-01-11T07:34:00.000-08:00

Minnesota Timberwolves, Michael Beasly missed practice Monday with an ankle injury and may or may not play in San Antonio tonight.

Beasly was hurt on Sunday against the Spurs in San Antonio. Although he fell on his hip hard during the game, he said after that his ankle was the only thing that could keep him from playing tonight.

Beasly will be evaluated before tonight's game to see if he can play tonight.

Beasly leads the team in scoring at 21.9 points per game, but was restricted to only two points before he had to leave the court.

Lakers' Bynum Ejected For Arguing

2011-01-10T07:46:00.000-08:00

Center Andrew Bynum was ejected from the Lakers' game against the New York Knicks for arguing a foul call. Bynum stepped in the path of the referee while he was walking to the score table to get a technical. When he kept arguing, he was tossed. Bynum had 18 points before he was ejected.

Schedule Jan 7

2011-01-07T07:38:00.000-08:00

Jan 7
(All games are now in Pacific Standard Time)
SAS 4:00 PM IND
CHI 4:00 PM PHI
NJN 4:00 PM WAS
TOR 4:30 PM BOS
HOU 5:00 PM ORL
UTA 5:00 PM MEM
POR 5:00 PM MIN
MIA 5:30 PM MIL
NYK 7:30 PM PHX
CLE 7:30 PM GSW
NOH 7:30 PM LAL

Yao Has Surgery On Left Ankle

2011-01-07T07:24:00.000-08:00

7'6'' Yao Ming has been out since November 10 and only played five games before injuring his ankle after sitting out all season last year due to injuries. Yao is expected to sit the rest of the season. Yao was drafted by the Rockets in 2002 but he got many injuries since then, mainly his foot and ankle. Yao's contract ends with the Rockets after this season.

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2011-01-07T07:06:00.000-08:00

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2011 Sprite Slam Dunk Contest

2011-01-06T07:15:00.000-08:00

The 2011 Sprite Slam Dunk Contest participants will be Blake Griffin of LA Clippers, Brandon Jennings of Milwaukee, Serge Ibaka of Oklahoma City, and JaVale McGee of Washington. The Dunk Contest will be on February 19 this year at the STAPLES Center in LA at 8:00 p.m. ET.

Daily Leaders

2011-01-04T06:57:00.000-08:00

Jan 4

Points - LeBron James - 38

Rebounds - Kevin Love - 24

Assists - Rajon Rondo - 16

Schedule Jan 4

2011-01-04T06:55:00.000-08:00

Jan 4
MIL 7:30 PM ET MIA
SAS 7:30 PM ET NYK
TOR 8:00 PM ET CHI
OKC 8:00 PM ET MEM
POR 8:30 PM ET DAL
ATL 10:00 P ET SAC
DET 10:30 PM ET LAL

Hedo Turkoglu Gets Triple-Double

2011-01-04T06:51:00.000-08:00

Hedo Turkoglu gave Magic fans a demonstration of why he is on the team. Turkoglu put up ten points, ten assists, and fourteen rebounds against the Warriors Monday Night. It was his third triple-double in his career and helped the Magic win their sixth straight.

Daily Leaders

2011-01-01T11:19:00.000-08:00

Jan 1

Points - DeMar DeRozan - 37

Rebounds - Carlos Boozer - 15

Assists - Jose Calderon - 11

Schedule Jan 1

2011-01-01T11:17:00.000-08:00

Jan 1
NOH 7:00 PM ET WAS
CLE 7:00 PM ET CHI
GSW 7:30 PM ET MIA
NJN 8:00 PM ET MIN
OKC 8:30 PM ET SAS
DAL 9:00 PM ET MIL
SAC 9:00 PM ET DEN
MEM 9:00 PM ET UTA

Should LeBron Enter Dunk Contest?

2011-01-01T11:13:00.000-08:00

LeBron James of the Miami Heat wants to participate in this year's Slam Dunk Contest. He is just not sure if it is a smart idea. LeBron, one of the best dunkers in the game noted that he wants to be part of the Dunk Contest but always finds himself backing out of it. He often tells himself he is going to do it and the thinks about possible injuries that could occur and reconsiders. This year's Slam Dunk Contest will be on February 19 in Los Angeles.

Carmelo Anthony Rejoins Nuggets After Death Of Sister

2011-01-01T11:06:00.000-08:00

Carmelo Anthony participated in practice this Friday and will be rejoining the Nuggets after the death of his sister. Anthony missed eight days and five games while helping his family deal with the loss of his sister.

Daily Leaders

2010-12-30T07:58:00.000-08:00

Dec 30

Points - Dwyane Wade - 45

Rebounds - Zach Randolph - 17

Assists - Steve Nash - 15

Schedule Dec 30

2010-12-30T07:56:00.000-08:00

Dec 30
NYK 7:00 PM ET ORL
SAS 9:30 PM ET DAL
UTA 10:00 PM ET POR

Kevin Garnett Hurts Leg

2010-12-30T07:53:00.000-08:00

The loss last night to the Detroit Pistons was not the only thing the Celtics lost, but also Kevin Garnett who left in the first quarter because of a knee injury. X-rays were taken at the Palace and revealed no fracture, but other tests will be taken back home to see how bad it really is. Garnett looked like he injured his knee when preparing for a dunk. “I know it’s a muscle, not a knee, which is good,” coach Doc Rivers said.

Daily Leaders

2010-12-29T19:51:00.000-08:00

Dec 29

Points - Dwyane Wade - 40

Rebounds - Andrew Bogut - 16

Assists - Derrick Rose - 12

Nuggets Inquired About Kevin Love In Summer

2010-12-29T19:47:00.000-08:00

Nuggets coach George Karl said Wednesday night that the team asked Minnesota about trading for Kevin Love this summer. "I know there were inquiries," Karl said before the Nuggets played the Timberwolves. "In some of the meetings we talked and his name was out there. It never got close, I know that."

Daily Leaders

2010-12-28T07:10:00.000-08:00

Dec 28

Points -Tyreke Evans - 32

Rebounds - David Lee - 16

Assists - Chris Paul - 13

Schedule Dec 28

2010-12-28T07:07:00.000-08:00

Dec 28
ORL 7:00 PM ET CLE
BOS 7:00 PM ET IND
NYK 7:30 PM ET MIA
MIL 8:00 PM ET CHI
TOR 8:30 PM ET DAL
LAL 8:30 PM ET SAS
POR 9:00 PM ET DEN

Shaq Fined For Comments About Referees

2010-12-27T18:49:00.000-08:00

Shaquille O'Neal of the Boston Celtics was fined $35,000 for public comments about the referees after the Celtic's loss to Orlando Magic on Christmas day. He was angry after he got his sixth foul when Magic center Dwight Howard fell to the ground while he and Shaq were wrestling for position. Shaq said: "I just wonder why I've never gotten that call in 20 years. Don't pick and choose when you're going to make the call. ... That's what happens when you've got control freaks." The NBA announced the fine on Monday.

Daily Leaders

2010-12-27T18:41:00.000-08:00

Dec 27

Points - Carlos Boozer - 31

Rebounds - Kevin Love - 18

Assists - Steve Nash - 15

Daily Leaders

2010-12-26T20:08:00.000-08:00

Dec 26

Points - Kevin Durant - 44

Rebounds - Carlos Boozer - 19

Assists - Andre Miller - 15

Mav's Carlisle Has Knee Surgery

2010-12-26T20:04:00.000-08:00

Maverick's coach Rick Carlisle minor knee surgery and will miss the team's next game at Oklahoma City. Carlisle had knee surgery over a five day Christmas break and was told not to travel. Assistant coach Dwane Casey will lead the team tomorrow night against the Thunder. Carlisle is expected to be back on the bench Tuesday night at home against Toronto.

Wizards Suspend Andray Blatche And JaVale McGee

2010-12-26T19:53:00.000-08:00

Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that forward Andray Blatche and center JaVale McGee have both been suspended one game for conduct detrimental to the team.
“After further investigation into an incident on Thursday night, we concluded that Andray and JaVale conducted themselves in an unprofessional manner,” said Grunfeld. “As a result, both players will be suspended for tomorrow’s game at San Antonio.” The Washington Post said on its website that Blatche and McGee were involved in an altercation outside an area club early Friday. The newspaper reported that two league sources said the players cursed at each other and exchanged punches. The Post said another source said police were called to break up the fight.

Michael Jordan buys $3.15 Million Condo In Charlotte

2010-12-25T20:32:00.000-08:00

Bobcats owner Michael Jordan is officially a Charlotte homeowner. His new, 7,000-square-foot residence is about two blocks from Time Warner Cable Arena, where the Bobcats play.

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2010-12-24T19:50:00.000-08:00

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Schedule Dec 25

2010-12-24T19:42:00.000-08:00

Dec 25
CHI 12:00 PM ET NYK
BOS 2:30 PM ET ORL
MIA 5:00 PM ET LAL
DEN 8:00 PM ET OKC
POR 10:30 PM ET GSW

Warriors Hire Lloyd Pierce As An Assistant Coach

2010-12-24T19:30:00.000-08:00

The Golden State Warriors have hired Lloyd Pierce as an assistant coach, the team announced today. Pierce, 34, fills the vacancy on the warriors coaching staff that was created when assistant coach Stephen Silas left the team to join his father Paul's staff with the Charlotte Bobcats. Paul Silas became head coach of the Bobcats on Wednesday.

Magic Rookie Orton Has Knee Surgery

2010-12-24T16:18:00.000-08:00

Orlando Magic rookie center Daniel Orton is recovering from knee surgery. The surgery was preformed Thursday and Orton is not expected to return untill February. The 6'10'' 255 pound center was the 29th overall pick in the NBA Draft and missed all of training camp with knee injuries which he had had since high school. Then he was assigned to the NBA's D-League, but he injured his knee again in his second game. Orton is a long time project for the Magic and wasn't expected to see much playing time.

Former Cavs Coach Brown Joins ESPN's Analyst Team

2010-12-24T12:33:00.000-08:00

Dec 24
Former Cleveland Cavaliers Coach Mike Brown has been hired by ESPN as an analyst. Brown, who was fired in June after the Cavs lost to Boston in the Eastern Conference semifinals will begin his TV stint on Christmas for the New-York Chicago telecast. Brown was the most succesful coach in Cavs history, going 314 and 177 in his five seasons and was NBA's coach of the year in 2009. Brown would like to return to coaching one day and said he has been spending more time with his family after being fired.

LeBron Supports Eliminating Teams

2010-12-24T12:15:00.000-08:00

Fewer teams in a sports league would mean more stars which would mean more stars would play together which would mean better games. Some people would like to see the NBA reverse directions and see the NBA eliminate teams but no one expects it will ever happen. And of course no fan would like to see there favorite team gone. So the idea of eliminating teams must be frightening for those teams with few wins. But Miami Heat superstar LeBron James would support the NBA contraction if it was to occur.

Dec 24

Daily Leaders

2010-12-24T10:42:00.000-08:00

Dec 24

Points - LeBron James - 36

Rebounds - Dwight Howard - 14

Assists - Steve Nash - 18

Schedule Dec 24

2010-12-24T10:40:00.001-08:00

Dec 24
There are no games today.

Press Fast Forward

2010-12-23T14:26:00.001-08:00

Joakim Noah, Bulls center, has torn ligaments in his thumb and hand. Noah will be out for 30 games or more and can only wish he could press fast forward.

Daily Leaders

2010-12-23T09:53:00.000-08:00

Dec 23

Points - Richard Hamilton - 35

Rebounds - Kevin Love - 19

Assists - Chris Paul - 14

Schedule Dec 23

2010-12-23T09:47:00.000-08:00

Dec 23
SAS 8:00 PM ET ORL
MIL 10:00 PM ET SAC
MIA 10:30 PM ET PHX

Carmelo Anthony Back After Christmas

2010-12-23T09:42:00.000-08:00

Dec 23
Carmelo Anthony, Denver Nuggets forward is expected to return after Christmas following the death of his sister. Anthony and his family ask that their privacy be respected as they grieve.

Laker's Jackson Still Down On Christmas Games

2010-12-22T11:16:00.001-08:00

Dec 22
Jackson said he wonders why Christian holidays mean so little to the NBA, noting that most other sports usually take Christams off. The Lakers will be playing the Miami Heat this Christmas and have played on Christmas every year for 11 years.

Clippers Sign Ike Diogu

2010-12-22T10:56:00.000-08:00

The Los Angeles Clippers today signed Ike Diogu. Diogu has a career average of 6.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 0.4 assists shooting 50 percent from the field in four years. Diogu is 6' 9'' and went to Arizona State University. Diogu will be in uniform and available at tonight's game against Houston at the Staples Center.

Daily Leaders

2010-12-22T10:38:00.000-08:00

Dec 22

Points - Monta Ellis - 36

Rebounds - Dwight Howard - 23

Assists - Derrick Rose - 12

Schedule Dec 22

2010-12-22T10:33:00.000-08:00

Dec 22
CLE 7:00 PM ET ATL
DET 7:00 PM ET TOR
CHI 7:00 PM ET WAS
PHI 7:30 PM ET BOS
OKC 7:30 PM ET NYK
UTA 8:00 PM ET MIN
NJN 8:00 PM ET NOH
DEN 8:30 PM ET SAS
HOU 10:30 PM ET LAC

Kobe Bryant Ejected

2010-12-22T09:54:00.000-08:00

Dec 22
The Laker's Kobe Bryant is sent to the showers after arguing a call with referees late in the game yesterday with the Bucks.

Carmelo Anthony Out Tonight

2010-12-22T09:42:00.000-08:00

Dec 22

Carmello Anthony, Denver Nuggets forward, will be missisng tonights game due to a death in his family. Anthony would like to thank Denver for their thoughts and prayers and hopes the media would respect his privacy.

Craig Smith Out At Least 2 Weeks

2010-12-21T16:23:00.000-08:00

Dec 21
LA Clippers forward Craig Smith will be out at least 2 weeks due to an injury in his lower back.

Suns Release Earl Barron

2010-12-21T16:18:00.000-08:00

Dec 21-
The Pheonix Suns have released Earl Barron, the team announced today. The center averaged 3 points and 3.3 rebounds every 15.3 minutes. The Suns roster now stands at 13.

Bobcats Recall Sherron Collins from D-League

2010-12-21T16:11:00.000-08:00

Dec- 21
The Charlotte Bobcats have recalled Sherron Collins from the NBA's Development League. Collins is expected to play with the Bobcats tonight against Oklahoma City. Collins averaged 12 points and 3.2 assists a game, shooting 40 percent from the field with the Maine Red Claws.

First Place Teams

2010-12-21T14:40:00.001-08:00

Dec 21
NW - UTA
PA - LAL
SW - SAS
ATL - BOS
CEN - CHI
SE - MIA

Schedule Dec 21

2010-12-21T14:18:00.001-08:00

Dec 21
OKC 7:00 PM ET CHA
DAL 7:00 PM ET ORL
PHI 8:00 PM ET CHI
NJN 8:00 PM ET MEM
GSW 10:00 PM ET SAC
MIL 10:30 PM ET LAL

Bucks and Lakers

2010-12-21T13:55:00.001-08:00

Dec 21- Lakers seek 6th straight victory in final tuneup before Christmas Day showdown with the Miami Heat.

Daily Leaders

2010-12-21T11:18:00.000-08:00

Dec 21

Points - Monta Ellis - 44

Rebounds - Dwight Howard - 20

Assists - Baron Davis - 12

Vince Carter Considering Surgery on Left Knee

2010-12-21T11:13:00.000-08:00

Dec 21- Vince Carter is considering left knee surgery that could keep him out for a month. Nothing is for sure yet though.

Chauncey Billups Expected to Play Wednesday

2010-12-21T11:09:00.000-08:00

Dec 21- Chauncey Billups has missed 3 weeks due to a wrist injury. He was expected to miss 4-6 weeks but Billups thinks,"he doesn't have that kind of time". Billups said he was going to play Wednesday. He states that he may not shoot as much though due to his injury.