NBA News for 3/15/2008
Gomes Leads Wolves' Offensive Outburst in 121-116 Win Over Seattle
Ryan Gomes led seven Minnesota players in double figures with 23 points and 15 rebounds, and the Timberwolves pulled away to beat the SuperSonics 121-116 on Friday. - Read More...
Iverson Leads Nuggets to Rout of Raptors
Allen Iverson scored 28 points despite a fractured finger, Carmelo Anthony added 22 and the Denver Nuggets won their fifth straight at home, blowing out the Toronto Raptors 137-105 on Friday night. - Read More...
Rockets Earn 21st Straight Win With McGrady's 30 Against Bobcats
The Rockets' 21st consecutive victory gave them the second-longest winning streak in NBA history and a share of first place in the Western Conference. - Read More...
Nowitzki Helps Mavs to Fourth Straight Easy Win
Dirk Nowitzki scored 21 points and new backup point guard Tyronn Lue had 13 points in 15 minutes, carrying the Dallas Mavericks past the Indiana Pacers, 116-97 Friday. - Read More...
'Black Magic': Civil Rights on the Basketball Court
"Black Magic"opens with the details of a secret basketball game played in Durham, N. C., in a locked gym with no fans to witness it. On a Sunday morning in 1944 the innovative African-American coach John McLendon led his fast-breaking team from the North Carolina College for Negroes in a home game against an intramural squad from Duke University's medical school. - Read More...
Coach of the Year Rankings: Third Edition
Byron Scott holds on to the top spot, but what did Phil Jackson do to deserve a drop to No. 3? This week's Coach of the Year rankings are sure to generate comments. - Read More...
Pistons are a force when Rasheed's clicking
His defense makes the Pistons potent. But Charley Rosen says Detroit reaches a new level when Rasheed Wallace scores.
Wizards' Arenas nears return from knee surgery
The Wizards have waited nearly four months for Gilbert Arenas.
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NBA Tipoff: Lakers-Rockets
With Pau injured, can Kobe and the Lakers stop the Rockets' 21-game streak? Marques Johnson previews the showdown.
Gasol to sit Lakers' first-place showdown with Rockets
Even the Houston Rockets acknowledge they've had some good luck during their 21-game winning streak. They are getting more heading ...
Lakers’ Gasol Will Miss Sunday’s Game in Houston
Even the Houston Rockets acknowledge they've had some good luck during their 21-game winning streak. They are getting more heading into their biggest regular-season game in years. - Read More...
Clippers' Thornton leaves game with leg contusion
Forward Al Thornton left the Clippers' game against the Wizards on Saturday night with a right leg contusion and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
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Clippers' Thornton Leaves Game With Leg Contusion
Forward Al Thornton left the Clippers' game against the Washington Wizards on Saturday night with a right leg contusion and was ruled out for the rest of the game - Read More...
Magic Clinch Playoff Spot with Win Over Pacers
Hedo Turkoglu scored 27 points, including nine in the final five minutes to help the Orlando Magic pull away and clinch a playoff berth with a 122-111 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. - Read More...
Sixers surprise Spurs for third straight victory
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Nets hit last-second shot at expense of Jazz
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Nets top Jazz on Jefferson's last-second shot
Magic shoot past Pacers, clinch a spot in playoffs
Hedo Turkoglu scored 27 points, including nine in the final five minutes to help the Orlando Magic pull away and clinch a playoff ...
Jefferson's Game-Winning Deuce Caps Nets' Late Rally Past Jazz
Richard Jefferson made a running jumper with 1.5 seconds remaining to give the Nets a 117-115 victory over the Jazz on Saturday. - Read More...
Magic clinch playoff berth
Around the Association presented by T-Mobile: March 14
Go Around the Association presented by T-Mobile for a recap of Friday's action. - Read More...
Paul Dominates as Hornets Defeat Lakers
Chris Paul had 27 points and 17 assists to help the New Orleans Hornets beat the Los Angeles Lakers 108-98 Friday night. - Read More...
Carney's Three Fourth-Quarter Treys Help 76ers' Rally vs. Bulls
Andre Iguodala scored 25 points and Rodney Carney had 12 of his 18 points in the fourth quarter as the Philadelphia 76ers rallied from an 18-point deficit to beat the Chicago Bulls 110-106 on Friday night. - Read More...
Wolves use balanced scoring to stop SuperSonics
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Goodrich Doubts Lakers' 33-Game Streak Will Be Broken
Goodrich on Lakers' 33-Game Winning streak: "I don't think it's going to be broken." He was the leading scorer on two of the greatest teams in basketball history ? the undefeated 1964 National Champion UCLA Bruins and the 1972 NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers. The latter owning a record 33-game winning streak. So it's understandable that Hall of Famer and NBA TV analyst Gail Goodrich is looking upon with great interest (and admiration) on the Rockets streak of 20 wins in a row (and counting). - Read More...
NBA Gets Lift From South American Players
Even before Yao was lost with a stress fracture in his foot, Van Gundy said 27-year-old Argentine rookie Luis Scola gave the Rockets their spark this season. "To me, he's the Rookie of the Year," said the former Rockets head coach on Feb. 20. "He makes them go." - Read More...
Gasol (sprained ankle) to miss at least 3 games
Even the Houston Rockets acknowledge they've had some good luck during their 21-game winning streak. They are getting more heading into their biggest regular-season game in years. Pau Gasol will sit out with a sprained left ankle when the Rockets play the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday for first place in the Western Conference. Gasol was injured in Friday's loss to New Orleans and left the arena on crutches.
Celtics' Allen (heel) sits out game against Bucks
Boston Celtics guard Ray Allen sat out Saturday night's game in Milwaukee, one night after hurting his left heel. - Read More...
Wizards' Arenas near return from knee surgery
The Washington Wizards have waited nearly four months for Gilbert Arenas. Now, he says the wait might be nearly over. Arenas, the Wizards' guard who underwent surgery on his left knee on Nov. 21, has been practicing with the team since March 4. Arenas, who's participated in four practices, says he's going to get an MRI on Tuesday - "just to make sure nothing's wrong." If he's given clearance by team doctors, "then, I guess that means I'll play," he said.
Ray Allen Misses Tonight's Game Due to Bruised Heel
Boston Celtics guard Ray Allen sat out Saturday night's game in Milwaukee, one night after hurting his left heel. - Read More...
Wizards’ Arenas Nears Return From Knee Surgery
The Washington Wizards have waited nearly four months for Gilbert Arenas. Now, he says the wait might be nearly over. Arenas, the Wizards' guard who underwent surgery on his left knee on Nov. 21, has been practicing with the team since March 4 - Read More...
Celtics guard Allen misses Saturday's game
Boston Celtics guard Ray Allen sat out Saturday night's game in Milwaukee, one night after hurting his left heel. Celtics coach Doc Rivers said Allen could play again as early as Monday's game at San Antonio. "It's nothing serious," Rivers said. "It's just a bruise in his heel, and we want it to go away. So the best way is rest." Allen was injured when he slipped and fell in the first quarter of Friday night's home loss to Utah and did not return. He traveled with the team to Milwaukee.
Jamison, Wizards Sink Clippers in OT
Antawn Jamison scored 36 points, including three key free throws to send the game into overtime, leading the Washington Wizards to a 119-109 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday night. - Read More...
Miller's Season-High 32 Lead 76ers Past Spurs
Andre Miller scored a season-high 32 points and Andre Iguodala had 25 to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to their third straight sparkling victory, 103-96 over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night. - Read More...
Turkoglu's 27 power the Magic to playoff bid
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Turkoglu, Lewis help Magic clinch playoff berth
Sixers surprise Spurs, move within one game of .500
Andre Miller scored a season-high 32 points and Andre Iguodala had 25 to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to their third straight ...
Allen Sits as Celts Light Up Bucks Early and Often in Dominating Road Win
The Celtics managed an easy victory without one of their three stars Saturday night, beating the Bucks 99-77 as injured guard Ray Allen sat in a suit at the end of the bench. - Read More...
Short-handed Celtics cruise
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Blazers Give McMillan 300th Win, Keep Playoff Hopes Alive
LaMarcus Aldridge scored 26 points and the Blazers beat the Timberwolves 107-96 Saturday night to sweep the season series. - Read More...