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Is it tougher to win first title or second?

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:43:00 GMT

Four writers debate.

Heat-Spurs TV ratings soar for Game 6

Sports Xchange — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:49:00 GMT

Television ratings for Game 6 of the NBA Finals took a big leap on Tuesday night.

Bulls to open summer-league stint vs. Grizzlies

By K.C. Johnson, Tribune reporter — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:39:00 GMT

Marquis Teague, Malcolm Thomas and the 20th pick in the June 27 NBA draft -- and you know who you are -- should circle July 13 on their calendars. That's when the Chicago Bulls open summer-league play against the Memphis Grizzlies in the schedule released Wednesday.

Five takeaways from Spurs-Heat in Game 6 of NBA Finals

By Ben Bolch — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:20:00 GMT

1. This game should be shown on a continual loop on ESPN Classic until the tip-off of Game 7.

NBA Finals: Now that's a big three — Ray Allen delivers, Heat wins

By Mike Bresnahan — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 06:17:00 GMT

Ray Allen saves Miami's season with a tying three-pointer with 5.2 seconds left in regulation, and Heat beats San Antonio in overtime, 103-100, to force Game 7.

MIAMI — Tim Duncan was five seconds away from his fifth NBA championship.

Clippers, Celtics call off deal for Doc Rivers, Kevin Garnett

By Broderick Turner — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:55:00 GMT

Clippers' refusal to give up a second No. 1 draft pick killed deal, league officials say. Next on L.A.'s coaching list: Byron Scott and Brian Shaw.

The Clippers and Boston Celtics have called off a blockbuster deal Tuesday that centered around Coach Doc Rivers and Kevin Garnett coming to Los Angeles, The Times has learned.

Heat focus on forcing Game 7

By Mike Bresnahan, Los Angeles Times — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

NBA Finals shift to Miami, but the Heat hasn't won two straight in more than a month. LeBron James says he 'looks forward to the challenge,' and San Antonio's Tim Duncan looks to enhance his legacy.

Thousands upon thousands of fans took to the San Antonio streets for more than two hours after Game 5 on Sunday, clogging downtown lanes, waving flags from truck beds, hanging out of car windows, honking horns unremittingly and screaming as if the championship had already been won.

Will Heat win two straight to grab title?

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:35:00 GMT

Home court, James too much

Ellis opts out of contract with Bucks

Tribune news services — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:27:00 GMT

Milwaukee Bucks guard Monta Ellis informed the team that he plans to opt out of his contract, ESPN reported Monday.

Clippers, Celtics resume talks on Doc Rivers, Kevin Garnett deal

By Broderick Turner — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:20:00 GMT

The Clippers and Boston Celtics resumed talks Monday on a mega-deal that would send Coach Doc Rivers and Kevin Garnett to L.A., said several NBA executives who were not authorized to speak publicly on the matter.

Spurs turn back Heat; one win from NBA title

By Shandel Richardson , Sun Sentinel — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 04:08:00 GMT

First, it was Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra making a power move.

Which makes for a better series: 2-3-2 or 2-2-1-1-1?

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 21:53:00 GMT

Four writers debate.

Phil Jackson compares Wilt Chamberlain and Shaquille O'Neal

By Eric Pincus — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:47:00 GMT

Phil Jackson coached Shaquille O'Neal with the Lakers. In his playing days, Jackson was occasionally charged with guarding Wilt Chamberlain.

Clippers, Celtics talk deal for Rivers, Garnett

By Broderick Turner — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 22:15:00 GMT

The Clippers and Celtics had more discussions Saturday about a deal involving Boston Coach Doc Rivers and power forward Kevin Garnett both coming to Los Angeles, but the Clippers feel as if the current asking price is too high, said NBA executives who asked not to be identified because they were not authorized to speak publicly on the matter.

Spurs' Parker: 'Hamstring can tear at any time'

Sports Xchange — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 21:32:00 GMT

San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker told reporters after Saturday's shootaround his injured hamstring is at risk of getting much worse but he will try to play through it.

Rivers high on Clippers' list, but Celtics remain roadblock

By Broderick Turner — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Boston's Danny Ainge turned down the Clippers' request to talk with the Celtics coach, say NBA executives. Portland's Nate McMillan may enter Clippers' picture too.

The Clippers' coaching carousel took many turns this week, as the team interviewed three candidates for their opening, while a fourth coach — Doc Rivers — popped up high on their wish list, said several NBA executives who were not authorized to speak publicly on the matter.

Jordan makes secret appearance in federal courthouse

By Steve Schmadeke and Annie Sweeney, Chicago Tribune reporters — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:40:00 GMT

Basketball legend suing Dominick's over use of name

A federal judge who labeled Michael Jordan's $5 million lawsuit against Dominick's food stores "greedy" ordered the former NBA star to appear in court this week for an off-the-record settlement conference in a locked courtroom.

Heat storm back with Game 4 victory over Spurs

By Shandel Richardson , Sun Sentinel — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 04:30:00 GMT

The Heat got productive games from all three All-Stars to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 109-93 Thursday in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

Bosh downplays trade rumors, content in Heat role

By Ira Winderman — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:56:00 GMT

Chris Bosh appreciates that he could be the fall guy, even if he's not the fail guy.

Do NBA coaches first need to be assistants?

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:14:00 GMT

Four writers debate.

Spurs' Parker expected to play in Game 4

Sports Network — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:01:00 GMT

SAN ANTONIO -- San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker is expected to play in Thursday night's Game 4 of the NBA Finals against Miami despite suffering from a Grade 1 right hamstring strain.

Nets hire Kidd as coach

Sports Xchange — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 06:02:00 GMT

Newly retired guard Jason Kidd was hired as the Brooklyn Nets' head coach, the team announced Wednesday night.

Bulls' Gibson again to work with Team USA

By K.C. Johnson, Tribune reporter — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:00:00 GMT

Taj Gibson will be spending his second straight summer in the USA Basketball pipeline.

Thibodeau named assistant coach for Team USA

By K.C. Johnson , Tribune reporter — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 02:01:00 GMT

Krzyzewski praises Bulls coach's defensive work, preparation

Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau's ardent film viewing will take on a more international flair.

Bears waive Rodriguez, replace him at fullback

By Brad Biggs , Tribune reporter — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:41:00 GMT

Fiammetta signed to take spot of 2012 fourth-round pick, sent packing after DUI arrest

The Bears let Evan Rodriguez stick around after his DUI arrest May 31 but only long enough to find a replacement.