NBA News for 5/3/2008
Jazz Oust Rockets with 113-91 Victory in Game 6
Deron Williams scored 13 of his 25 points in the decisive third quarter, and the Utah Jazz beat Houston 113-91 on Friday night to win the series 4-2 and knock the Rockets out of the playoffs in the opening round for the second straight year. - Read More...
Jazz knock out Rockets, get ready for Lakers
Around the Association presented by T-Mobile: May 2
Go Around the Association for a recap of Friday's action, which included the Hawks staying alive with a thrilling win over the Celtics in Game 6. - Read More...
2008 NBA Playoffs - Day Fourteen - May 2
Here at About.com, we'll be following each day of the 2008 NBA Playoffs - nothing too in-depth with these posts, but a bit of a recap that gives a couple... - Read More...
D'Antoni's Future Still Up in Air
After Suns coach Mike D'Antoni, General Manager Steve Kerr and Managing Partner Robert Sarver met for more than two hours Friday, D'Antoni still is Phoenix's coach. - Read More...
Report: Kobe wins first career MVP award
Kobe Bryant has been selected the NBA's most valuable player for the first time in his 12-year career, the Los Angeles Times reported Friday.
NBA Playoff Tipoff: Spurs-Hornets
The point-guard battle is intriguing, but another matchup is more crucial in the Spurs-Hornets series, Marques Johnson says.
Hawks' Williams uncertain for Game 7 vs. Celtics
Hawks forward Marvin Williams isn't sure he'll be able to play against the Boston Celtics in Game 7 of their first-round playoff series. - Read More...
Talks heating up between Mavs, Carlisle
Rick Carlisle is the front-runner to replace Avery Johnson as coach of the Dallas Mavericks.
Hornets Ready for Series Against Playoff-Tested Spurs
Tyson Chandler struggled with the idea that New Orleans could be favored in its second-round series against the defending champion San Antonio Spurs, even if the Hornets are the higher seed and have home-court advantage. - Read More...
Carlisle Interviews for Mavs Coaching Post
Rick Carlisle was the first to interview for the Mavericks' vacant coaching position, president of basketball operations Donnie Nelson confirmed on Saturday. The search for the ninth coach in club history is in the beginning stages and there isn't a specific timetable to hire Avery Johnson's replacement. - Read More...
Magic-Pistons CP
The Magic kept it close for a half, but the Pistons pulled away after intermission to grab Game 1 of their second-round series.
Hornets-Spurs -- Game 1 Live Blog
The Western Conference Semifinals get underway in New Orleans Saturday night. Can the Hornets continue their postseason success, or is this the series when experience wins over youth? NBA.com's John Schuhmann is live blogging Game 1. - Read More...
Strong Second Half Helps Detroit Motor Past Orlando
Chauncey Billups had 19 points, seven assists and played a key role in the decisive run of the game, leading Detroit to a 91-72 win over Orlando on Saturday night in Game 1. - Read More...
Spurs-Hornets CP
David West poured in 30 points, and the Hornets shut down the Spurs' Tim Duncan to capture Game 1 of their playoff series.
Pistons pull away from Magic in Game 1 rout
Bryant, Lakers Anxious to End Layoff
When the Staples Center crowd chants "MVP! MVP'' in Kobe Bryant's direction Sunday, it won't simply be based on sentiment. - Read More...
Hornets slow Duncan, Spurs in series opener
Seven reasons Celtics are facing a Game 7
Amazingly, the Hawks won again, forcing a Game 7 on Sunday. Mike Kahn gives seven reasons why the Celtics are in this predicament.
Williams, Jazz tune out Rockets, T-Mac's 40 in series-clincher
Deron Williams scored 13 of his 25 points in the decisive third quarter, and the Utah Jazz beat Houston 113-91 on Friday night ...
Report: Carlisle to be named coach of Mavericks
Rick Carlisle won't be reunited with former boss Donnie Walsh with the New York Knicks.
Hornets Becoming Hottest Ticket in Town
When the New Orleans Arena box office opened for business Friday morning, there were 200 people waiting to purchase tickets for the first two games of the Hornets' second-round playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs that begins tonight. - Read More...
Sources: Mavs to Hire Rick Carlisle
Rick Carlisle won't be reunited with former boss Donnie Walsh with the KnicksNew York Knicks . Sources told The Post last night that the former Pacer and Piston coach, who interviewed with Walsh for the Knick coaching job Wednesday, has agreed to terms with the Mavericks to replace Avery Johnson. - Read More...
Updated 2008 NBA Mock Draft!
Amongst all of this NBA Playoffs madness, let's not forget that a set of new blood will be entering the Association next month at the 2008 NBA Draft. Charlie... - Read More...
Sources: Carlisle is front-runner for Mavs' vacancy
Rick Carlisle has quickly established himself as the likely successor to Avery Johnson after being flown to Dallas for a second interview, according to NBA coaching sources. - Read More...
Hawks' Williams isn't sure he'll play in Game 7
Hawks forward Marvin Williams isn't sure he'll be able to play against the Boston Celtics in Game 7 of their first-round playoff series. Williams sprained his left knee in the Hawks' win Friday night, leading the team with 18 points. He took part in a walkthrough Saturday at Philips Arena before the team departed for Boston, but his knee was heavily taped and had ice on it. He said the trainers listed him as doubtful for Sunday's game. Coach Mike Woodson was more hopeful.
Magic's Howard Drawing Comparisons to Wilt, Young Shaq
He had 20 points and 20 rebounds in three games, becoming the first player to pull that off since Wilt Chamberlain in 1972. The 6-foot-11 center also blocked eight shots in a game to set a franchise record, an accomplishment with Shaquille O'Neal in the record books. - Read More...
Williams Not Sure if He Can Play in Game 7
Hawks forward Marvin Williams isn't sure he'll be able to play Sunday in Game 7 of Atlanta's first-round playoff series against the Boston Celtics after spraining his left knee. - Read More...
Unheralded Hawks push Celtics to the limit
The land of opportunity? That would be TD Banknorth Garden Sunday. Just look at all the history the Boston Celtics have a chance ...
LIVE: Magic, Pistons tip off 2nd-round series
Celtics Glad to Play Game 7 vs. Hawks at Home
The Boston Celtics played hard all season for home-court advantage in the playoffs. They just didn't expect to need it this soon. The Celtics are back in Boston and hoping to finish off the pesky Atlanta Hawks on Sunday in Game 7. - Read More...
Williams Isn't Sure if He Can Play in Game 7
Hawks forward Marvin Williams isn't sure he'll be able to play Sunday in Game 7 of Atlanta's first-round playoff series against the Boston Celtics after spraining his left knee. - Read More...
LIVE: Spurs, Hornets tangle in series opener
Pistons draw first blood, top Magic in Game 1
Hedo Turkoglu's uncontested dunk early in the second half gave the Orlando Magic their first lead. Less than a minute later, ...
West shines as Hornets sting Spurs to take series opener
David West scored a career playoff-high 30 points to lead the New Orleans Hornets to a 101-82 victory over the San Antonio Spurs ...