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Daryl Morey swore he wasn't trading Chris Paul — and then he traded him

The Rockets' general manager kept saying the point guard wasn't leaving Houston. Now the point guard is leaving Houston.

Tom Gatto

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NBA players react to Rockets trading for Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook will be reuniting with James Harden in Houston. Players around the NBA took to Twitter to share their reactions to the surprising trade.

Jordan Greer

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NBA world reacts to Russ-CP3 trade

The NBA off-season is showing no signs of slowing down, with another blockbuster deal lighting up Twitter.

Benyam Kidane

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Report: Westbrook traded to Rockets for CP3, picks

Russell Westbrook will be reunited with former teammate James Harden in Houston, forming another new dynamic duo in the NBA.

Benyam Kidane

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Thunder trade Westbrook to Rockets

Houston has picked up Westbrook in a trade with the Thunder, according to ESPN.

Thomas Lott

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Rockets reunite Westbrook, Harden

Harden and Westbrook were part of one of the most promising young teams with the Thunder and now they're back together.

Thomas Lott

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Russell Westbrook trade rumors: Rockets pursuing three-team deal for Thunder guard

The Heat seem to be the favorite to land Russell Westbrook with the Thunder guard now on the trade block, but the Rockets aren't giving up just yet.

Jordan Greer

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Potential trade destinations for Westbrook

Reports have surfaced that Westbrook's time in Oklahoma City could be coming to an end. Which teams should go after the former MVP?

Kyle Irving

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What to watch: Vegas Summer League Day 5

From a number of highflyers who are sure to continue to make highlights to prolific players worth making note of, there is plenty to see throughout Day 5 of Summer League action.

Gilbert McGregor

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6 things we learned from NBA Free Agency

The league has changed a lot since the Raptors were crowned NBA champions in June, here are a couple things we've learned since then.

Carlan Gay

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Vegas Summer League Day 3 recap

The NBA Summer League action continued on Day 3 in Las Vegas with plenty of highlights. We've got you covered with a full recap of the day.

Benyam Kidane

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Rockets dark horse for Westbrook?

Houston has been ambitious in its pursuit of top talent and might be able to acquire Westbrook without moving Chris Paul.

Ameer Tyree

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Kawhi and PG13 join NBA 'big twos'

The Los Angeles Clippers reportedly will acquire Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. We look at the NBA teams with a "big two."

Tom Webber

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Rockets better off without Butler?

Houston’s top target this summer was reportedly Butler. But, it missed out on the wing as the Heat landed him in a sign-and-trade.

E.Jay Zarett

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Rockets want to add Iguodala, McGee

The Rockets are still hoping to make a few moves this offseason.

E.Jay Zarett

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Rivers: Rockets have team to beat

"The goal was to come back to Houston all along," Rivers told ESPN. "I think we have the team to beat.”

E.Jay Zarett

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Kings won't move pick for Capela

Sacramento is unwilling to trade a first-round pick to Houston in exchange for Capela, according to a report from NBC Sports Bay Area.

E.Jay Zarett

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McGee to meet with Rockets

McGee has spent time with six different teams since he was selected 18th overall by the Wizards in the 2008 NBA Draft.

Chelsea Howard

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Where should Jimmy Butler sign?

Butler is expected to sign a max deal wherever he lands. Should he run things back with the 76ers or move on elsewhere to establish a new power?

G McGregor and K...

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Rockets waiting to move Capela

Houston has found a willing trade partner for big man Clint Capela, according to a report from the New York Times.

Ameer Tyree

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76ers open to Butler sign-and-trade

The Rockets are reportedly interested in acquiring Jimmy Butler from the 76ers in a sign-and-trade and Philly may be open to it.

Thomas Lott

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Rockets to pursue Butler in free agency

The Houston Rockets are reportedly targeting Philadelphia 76ers swingman Jimmy Butler in free agency, in a potential sign-and-trade.

Benyam Kidane

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Rockets looking to add Jimmy Butler

Butler will be a free agent this summer, but the Rockets do not have the salary cap space to sign him, according to ESPN.

E.Jay Zarett

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Why the Rockets shouldn't trade Chris Paul

If the Rockets and Chris Paul are secretly pushing for a deal to get done, they should stop and re-evaluate the situation.

Jordan Greer

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Harden finishes second for MVP

James Harden didn't win his second NBA MVP award Monday but he still joined an exclusive group.

Ameer Tyree

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When is the 2019 NBA Awards show?

Here's all the information you need to know about the 2019 NBA Awards show.

NBA.com Staff

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Chris Paul on Rockets future: 'I'll be in Houston, I'm happy about that'

Houston Rockets point guard Chris Paul denies he demanded a trade this off-season, says he is 'happy' looking ahead to next season.

Benyam Kidane

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Chris Paul addresses trade rumors

“I never asked for a trade,” Paul said, via the Houston Chronicle. “I never demanded a trade."

E.Jay Zarett

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Rivers: Paul, Harden rift is 'fake'

"I know nothing about any of that. I don't know where that's coming from," Rivers said during an interview with TMZ.

E.Jay Zarett

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Skip Bayless falls for fake report involving Chris Paul, James Harden and 'man boobs'

The Fox Sports star really fell for a SportsTalkBarry tweet.

Jordan Heck

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Celtics have discussed Capela deal

Capela averaged 16.6 points and 12.7 rebounds per game for the Rockets last season.

E.Jay Zarett

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Rockets' Chris Paul demands trade

The two star players' relationship is reportedly "unsalvageable."

Thomas Lott

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Report: CP3 wants out of Houston

According to reports, Chris Paul and James Harden are having trouble in Houston.

Carlan Gay

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Chris Paul, James Harden frustrated

A reported "unsettling vibe" on the Rockets comes from many sources, including the two big stars' desire to win an NBA title, Morey said.

Bob Hille

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NBA Finals broadcast schedule

We have you covered on the date, time and network of every game throughout the NBA Finals!

NBA.com Staff

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NBA playoffs schedule 2019: Full bracket, dates, times, TV channels for every series

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2019 NBA playoffs, including series-by-series TV schedules.

Jordan Greer

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Rockets, Mike D'Antoni near deal

Houston coach has one season remaining on his existing deal and says he wants to coach three more seasons.

Arthur Weinstein

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Rivers calls Rockets 'frustrating'

"From a player's perspective, everybody's dream is to play for Mike," Rivers said. "Because there's no wrong shot."

Ameer Tyree

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Most watched games on League Pass

This past season saw unprecedented international interest in the NBA. The annual viewing numbers released by the NBA confirm what many already suspect: it's truly a global game.

Sergio Rabinal

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Dealing Chris Paul won't give Rockets pieces they need to contend

Trading Chris Paul won’t bring back the kind of pieces that keep the Rockets relevant. It will only (possibly) free up enough space to give Houston flexibility.

Sean Deveney

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Mike D’Antoni ends contract talks

D’Antoni has taken Houston to a new level the past three years, but the team has fallen to the Warriors in the playoffs in two straight.

Arthur Weinstein

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Rockets would trade Capela, Paul

Despite winning 118 games the past two regular seasons, the Rockets have lost in the conference final and semifinal to the Warriors.

Bob Hille

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NBA Playoff broadcast schedule

We have you covered on the date, time and network of every game throughout the NBA Finals!

NBA.com Staff

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NBA playoffs bracket 2019: Full schedule, dates, times, TV channels for conference finals

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2019 Eastern and Western Conference finals, including series-by-series TV schedules and live-streaming information for every game.

Jordan Greer

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NBA playoffs today 2019: Live scores, TV schedule, updates

Follow Sporting News' hub for the 2019 NBA playoffs, including live updates, scores and a full TV schedule for every playoff game, every night.

Jordan Greer

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Harden, Paul had ‘verbal exchange'

The incident began after Houston’s Game 6 loss to Golden State and continued in the locker room, according to The Athletic.

E.Jay Zarett

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NBA announces All-NBA teams

Antetokounmpo and Harden were unanimous selections to the First Team and were joined by Stephen Curry, Paul George and Nikola Jokić.

NBA.com Staff

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Rockets Twitter account back online

The Rockets' 2.8M Twitter followers were present and accounted for by Friday, four days after the account was suspended and lost 1M.

Bob Hille

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D'Antoni to coach 3 more years?

"I want to be a part of a championship here," D'Antoni told ESPN on Sunday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Paul kicked Curry out of session

Before the Warriors ousted the Rockets out of the playoffs in Game 6 Friday, Paul ousted Curry out of his own shooting practice.

Gabrielle McMillen

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Rockets offseason preview: Did Warriors close Houston's championship window?

James Harden will still make the Rockets worth watching next season, but the possibility of Houston competing for a title might have been wiped out for good with another disappointing loss to the Warriors.

Sean Deveney

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Stephen Curry's incredible Game 6 explosion vs. Rockets, explained in four stats

After a rough start to Game 6, Warriors star Stephen Curry bounced back with 33 second-half points to push Golden State past the Rockets and into the Western Conference finals.

Jordan Greer

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Chris Paul apparently kicked Stephen Curry off practice court ahead of Game 6

Stephen Curry got his revenge not only during the game, but after, yelling, "Kick me off the court again, boy!"

Jordan Heck

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Rockets owner confident of titles

Despite another playoff loss to the Warriors, Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta is adamant Houston will win NBA championships with James Harden.

Liam Blackburn

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'Game of Thrones' actress Emilia Clarke on hand to watch Rockets get dracarysed in Game 6

The Mother of Dragons was on hand to watch Game 6 of the Western Conference semis between Houston and Golden State. The Rockets didn't miss it, either.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Warriors vs. Rockets results: Stephen Curry comes alive in second half to eliminate Houston

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Game 6 between the Warriors and Rockets.

Thomas Schlarp

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Warriors need Durant, says Thompson

The Warriors overcame the Rockets without Kevin Durant on Friday, but Klay Thompson is eager to see him return for the rest of the playoffs.

Liam Blackburn

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Curry appreciates LeBron backing

LeBron James and Dwyane Wade tweeted their appreciation of Stephen Curry, who was grateful for their support after knocking off Rockets.

Harry West

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What's next for the Rockets?

For the second consecutive year and the fourth time in five seasons, the Houston Rockets have been eliminated from the playoffs by the Golden State Warriors. Where do they go from here?

S Rafferty and G...

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Takeaways: Warriors defeat Rockets, advance to WCF

Stephen Curry (33 points in the second half) and Klay Thompson (27 points) set the tone for the Warriors as they earned a hard-fought road win to advance to the Western Conference Finals for the fifth-straight year.

G McGregor and J...

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Warriors advance to WCF

The Golden State have booked their spot in the Western Conference Finals by defeating the Houston Rockets on the road in an epic Game 6 duel that went down to the wire.

NBA.com Staff

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Curry talks playing without Durant

Both players expressed confidence in taking on a bigger role, but also acknowledging the playoffs will be more challenging.

Chelsea Howard

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With Kevin Durant injured, Warriors need peak Draymond Green now more than ever

For a period of time during the regular season, the real Draymond Green was absent. But the Warriors forward is back to his trash-talking, opponent-baiting self, and that's exactly what his team needs.

Joe Morgan

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Rockets vs. Warriors: Start time, TV channel, live stream for Game 6

The Warriors enter the Western Conference Semifinals looking to close out the series against the Rockets.

Blair Berry

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Durant out for Game 6, Kerr says

There is conflicting speculation whether he'll be able to return for the Western Conference finals if the Warriors advance.

Bob Hille

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Injury analysis: Kevin Durant

Dr. Michael S. George, a sports orthopaedic surgeon with the KSF Orthopaedic Center in Houston, weighs in with some specifics on the type of injury sustained, factors that contribute in recovery time and expectations moving forward.

Gilbert McGregor

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Report: Durant out for rest of series

Durant suffered the injury with a couple of minutes remaining in the third quarter of Game 5.

Scott Rafferty

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Was Klay Thompson's foot out of bounds on critical Game 5 play for Warriors? Refs say no.

The Rockets may have another issue to bring up against the refs in their series vs. the Warriors.

Jordan Heck

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Steve Kerr channels Jurgen Klopp, calls Warriors 'f—ing giants' after victory over Rockets

The Golden State coach used the Liverpool's manager salty language to praise his players' effort.

Tom Gatto

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Rockets vs. Warriors results: Highlights from Golden State's chaotic Game 5 win

Rockets-Warriors Game 5 descended into chaos at times, but Golden State prevailed to move one win away from the Western Conference finals. Kevin Durant faces an anxious wait after leaving the game with a right calf strain.

Blake Birt

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Durant suffers right calf strain in Game 5, set to undergo MRI

Late in the third quarter of Game 5 against the Houston Rockets, the Warriors back-to-back Finals MVP exited the game after suffering an apparent right leg injury.

Gilbert McGregor

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Kerr channels inner Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp

Warriors' head coach compared the fight shown by his players in Game 5 to that displayed by Liverpool FC in their Champions League semifinal comeback win against the FC Barcelona just a day earlier.

Yash Matange

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Keys to Warriors' Game 5 win vs. the Rockets

With only five points being the margin of defeat, it was another close game in this Rockets-Warriors series and yet another win for the home team.

K Irving and Yas...

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Bucks eliminate BOS; GS goes up 3-2

The Celtics didn't put up much of a fight after winning Game 1.

Thomas Lott

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Warriors edge Rockets to take Game 5

The Warriors continued the trend of home teams taking care of business this series with a five-point win over the Rockets to take a 3-2 series lead. Check below for updates from throughout the game.

Gilbert McGregor

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NBA Twitter shows support to KD after injury

Durant, who strained his right calf in the Warriors win, exited the game with 2:05 remaining in the third quarter

Yash Matange

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Warriors' Stephen Curry has a simple solution to silence all of the playoff criticism

If Warriors star Stephen Curry can come close to his usual shooting numbers against the Rockets, Golden State should have no trouble advancing to the Western Conference finals.

Bill Bender

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Did Chris Paul make a dirty play on Andre Iguodala? Warriors reportedly think so

The Rockets did just enough to beat the Warriors in Game 4 of their Western Conference semifinal series, but the contest didn't end without some controversy. And to no one's surprise, Rockets guard Chris Paul was right in the middle of it.

Jordan Greer

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Four things to watch in Wednesday's Game 5s

The NBA playoffs continue with a pair of big Game 5s as the Celtics look to extend their series with a win over the Bucks while the Rockets and Warriors jockey for control in a pivotal game.

C Gay and Gilber...

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P.J. Tucker responds to viral video of him with equipment kid

"P.J. Tucker this ain’t it bro." Several people on the internet criticized P.J. Tucker for a video of him interacting with a member of the Rockets' bench staff.

Jordan Heck

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Iguodala 'probable' for Game 5

Iguodala injured his knee late in Golden State’s Game 4 loss when Houston guard Chris Paul made contact with his leg.

E.Jay Zarett

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Kerr: James Harden hard to handle

James Harden led the Rockets to a win over Golden State and Warriors coach Steve Kerr praised the star.

Dejan Kalinic

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Harden: 'Every possession is a fight'

The Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors are locked at 2-2 as the series now moves to the Bay Area for Game 5.

Benyam Kidane

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Rockets grind out Game 4 to tie series

James Harden and PJ Tucker lead the Rockets to a grind out win over the Golden State Warriors to tie the series at 2-2.

Carlan Gay

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Harden scores 38 points in Game 4 victory

The series is now tied at 2-2, with Game 5 to be played in Golden State later this week.

NBA.com Staff

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Rockets hold off GS; Bucks win

Houston's 112-108 victory over Golden State on Monday was its second straight win at the Toyota Center in the series.

Ameer Tyree

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Tucker addresses defense, Durant

“Everybody dreams about scoring 30, getting the game-winner. No, no, no, not me," Tucker told The Undefeated.

Ameer Tyree

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Adam Sandler's 'Opera Man' sings about James Harden's eye, Kevin Durant to the Knicks on 'SNL'

Adam Sandler returned to "Saturday Night Live" for the first time in nearly 25 years and managed to sneak in some thoughts about James Harden's eye injury and Kevin Durant's rumored move to the Knicks.

Jordan Greer

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What to watch for in Monday's Game 4s

As the Conference Semifinals continue, the Celtics and Rockets are out to get back on even footing in their respective series'.

Benyam Kidane

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Kerr says Cousins could make shock playoff return from injury

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr say Damian Jones will be cleared contact next week, while DeMarcus Cousins could yet make a shock return from a quad injury.

Benyam Kidane

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Warriors not worried about Curry

Curry has made just eight of his 32 3-point attempts in the first three games of Golden State’s second-round series against the Rockets.

E.Jay Zarett

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James Harden: I'm here to close

A badly bloodshot eye could not stop James Harden as the Rockets defeated the Warriors in overtime Saturday in Game 3.

Harry West

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Harden, Durant put on a show as Rockets win OT thriller

The Houston Rockets are on the board, hanging on in overtime to secure a 126-121 win over the Golden State Warriors.

B Kidane and Sco...

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Curry makes no excuses after miserable Game 3

"If I'm on the court, I have to produce," Curry said after the loss.

Scott Rafferty

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3 takeaways from the Rockets' win

Here are three takeaways from the game that put the Rockets back on track to compete.

Ameer Tyree

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Curry bad down stretch in Game 3

Stephen Curry's missed dunk in the final minute wasn't all he did wrong Saturday.

Thomas Lott

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Rockets top Warriors in overtime

The Rockets topped the Warriors 126-121 in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals, leaving Golden State with a 2-1 lead.

Ameer Tyree

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Harden leads Rockets to OT win over Warriors

After dropping the first two games of the series, the Rockets look to respond by defending their home court against the Warriors in Game 3.

NBA.com Staff

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Green hits Harden in eye again

Somehow Draymond Green has now hit James Harden in the eye inadvertently in back-to-back games.

Thomas Lott

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Can Curry get going in Game 3?

Stephen Curry is playing fine this postseason for regular standards but the Warriors' superstar hasn't been himself so far versus the Rockets. Will that change in Game 3?

Kyle Irving

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One thing the Rockets needs to change in Game 3

The Houston Rockets have been turning the ball over at an alarming rate and it needs to stop if they're going to have a chance in the series.

Carlan Gay

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Kerr thinks 'obvious' Durant is best in the league

Steve Kerr has already compared KD to MJ and thinks it's clear that Durant is the best player in the NBA today.

Carlan Gay

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NBA refs to host live Twitter Q&A

Officials will answer fans' questions live during Game 4 of the Raptors-76ers and Bucks-Celtics series.

Chelsea Howard

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Shaq threatening to knock out Charles Barkley had Ernie Johnson in tears

Everyone loves when Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley go at each other during the "NBA on TNT" postgame show — especially Ernie Johnson.

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T-Wolves hire Rosas as pres. of ops

Gersson Rosas is in his fifth season as the Rockets executive vice president of basketball operations.

Thomas Lott

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Kevin Durant on playoffs dominance

Durant, who averaged 26 points per game in the regular season, is averaging 34.2 ppg in eight playoff games thus far.

Arthur Weinstein

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Green calls out referee drama

"...It's kind of embarrassing for the game of basketball, how much has been talked about, about fouls and officiating," Green said.

Gabrielle McMillen

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KD on playoffs: 'This time of year is what I’m geared for'

Kevin Durant is playing at an elite level in the playoffs and doesn't look to be slowing down anytime soon.

Carlan Gay

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Harden struggles with eye injury

The Rockets trail the Warriors, 2-0, James Harden hopes his eye injury sustained Tuesday improves in time for Game 3.

Harry West

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Curry 'a warrior' (pun intended)

A dislocated finger could not stop Stephen Curry in Game 2 against the Rockets and the Warriors' Klay Thompson praised his teammate's grit.

Harry West

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Warriors edge Rockets to take a 2-0 series lead

The Warriors used a balanced scoring effort from Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson to sneak out another win at Oracle Arena and take a 2-0 series lead

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Player of the Night: Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo played a huge role in the Bucks bouncing back from a disappointing Game 1 loss with a dominating Game 2 win.

Yash Matange

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Harden on eye injury struggles: 'I barely could see'

Houston Rockets guard James Harden suffered a lacerated left eyelid after a run in with Warriors forward Draymond Green.

Benyam Kidane

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Bucks even series; GS extends lead

The Bucks topped the Celtics 123-102 in Game 2 behind the efforts of an energized Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Ameer Tyree

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KD leads Warriors to 2-0 series lead vs. the Rockets

The Warriors protected their home floor and now take a 2-0 series lead to Houston.

Yash Matange

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Rockets' Harden returns to Game 2

Rockets coach Mike D’Antoni told the TNT broadcast that Harden was “bleeding from the eye” when he left the floor.

E.Jay Zarett

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Durant: Harden isn’t cheating game

"(Harden) has his style of play and it might not be what everybody likes to see, but it's been effective," Durant told reporters Tuesday.

E.Jay Zarett

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What to watch for in Tuesday's Game 2s

As the Conference Semifinals continue, here are a few things to keep an eye on as both the Bucks and Rockets look to avoid falling behind two games to open their respective series.

Gilbert McGregor

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L2M report says non-call on Harden was correct

The NBA released the last two minute report on Monday confirming that the non-call on James Harden's 3-point attempt late in Game 1 was correct.

Carlan Gay

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Rockets claim Game 7 officiating in 2018 cost them a championship, and that's just a bummer

The landing zones of shooters and flopping tactics of superstars have quickly overshadowed what should be a fantastic series between the Rockets and Warriors — and that's a shame.

Jordan Greer

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Steve Kerr 'flops' on reporter

In a not-so-subtle jab at James Harden, Warriors coach Steve Kerr pretended to flop on a reporter Monday.

Gabrielle McMillen

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NBA: Warriors didn't foul Harden

The NBA's last two-minute report noted that there was no foul on Harden's 3-point attempt with 10 seconds left in the game.

Gabrielle McMillen

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Updated odds to win 2019 NBA title

The Rockets follow Golden State at 6/1 while the Bucks and Raptors both check in at 7/1.

E.Jay Zarett

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Kerr on Durant: 'There's never been anybody like him'

Kevin Durant has been on an offensive tear over the past four games and he turned it on once again on Sunday and drew the praise of his head coach.

James McKern

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Curry, Green praise Durant

Durant scored 35 points in the Warriors’ 104-100 win over the Rockets on Sunday in Game 1 of their second-round series.

E.Jay Zarett

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Mike D'Antoni: Refs admitted errors

D'Antoni and the Rockets were not happy with officials not calling fouls on Warriors players defending 3-point attempts.

Arthur Weinstein

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Player of the Night: Al Horford

An all round contribution led by his defensive assignment earns Celtics' Al Horford the Player of the Day ahead of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden.

Yash Matange

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Warriors top Rockets; Celtics win

Durant, who averaged 35 points in the Warriors' first-round series against the Clippers, scored 35 against the Rockets on Sunday.

Arthur Weinstein

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Takeaways: Warriors edge out Rockets

Two of the hottest shooting teams in the NBA put on a classic duel in the opening game of their second round series as the Warriors earned the Game 1 victory.

G McGregor and J...

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Durant's 35 points leads Warriors to Game 1 win

The Celtics and Warriors picked up Game 1 wins in a pair of Conference Semifinals matchups

NBA.com Staff

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Curry, Thompson will play Game 1

Both Curry and Thompson have been dealing with ankle issues, which they suffered in Game 6 of Golden State's opening-round series.

Alexis Mansanarez

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How Houston can beat Golden State

The Rockets came agonizingly close to knocking off the Warriors last season, but they can use the lessons they learned from that loss to finally get over that hump.

Matthew Blum

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What to watch for in Warriors-Rockets

The Rockets remember who eliminated them from the playoffs last season, they'll have the opportunity to return the favour when they take on the Warriors in the Western Conference Semifinals matchup.

NBA.com Staff

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Rockets vs. Warriors series preview

Everything you need to know about the Rockets and Warriors before their conference semifinal series in the 2019 NBA playoffs.

Sean Deveney

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Harden's approaching MJ, this time involving GSW

Can Harden solidify his comparison to MJ by taking down the Warriors just as His Airness had to do when he defeated the Pistons?

Sidd Sinha

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Harden: Rockets can beat Warriors

Last season, Houston fell to Golden State in the Western Conference finals. But Harden thinks the outcome will be different this year.

Chelsea Howard

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Complete Conference Semifinals schedule

The Conference Semifinals begin Sunday, April 27. Check below for times and dates of the entire second round.

Yash Matange

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Warriors-Rockets series preview

Including the regular season and playoffs, the Rockets are 8-6 against the Warriors over the last two seasons. After coming close to knocking off the champs in last year's Conference Finals, the Rockets will get their shot at redemption. Can they pull it off this time?

Micah Adams

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Curry, Thompson questionable for Game 1

Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson were both listed as 'questionable' on the Warriors' injury report as the two guards each battle a right ankle sprain

Kyle Irving

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Biggest lessons learned from 1st Round

Are the Warriors in trouble? How does Russell Westbrook bounce back next season? Is Damian Lillard gearing up for a Cinderella run? Which team holds the upper hand in the East? Our Global NBA.com staff breaks down the biggest lessons we learned from a thrilling 1st Round.

NBA.com Staff

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Capela on Warriors: 'I want to face them'

Clint Capela didn't waste time getting to the point after dispatching the Jazz in five games. He wants his chance now to do the same to the defending champion Warriors.

Carlan Gay

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Clippers' Lou Williams earns Player of the Night

Lou Williams' fourth quarter takeover earns him Player of the Night honours ahead of Kevin Durant, Montrezl Harrell and James Harden.

Benyam Kidane

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Clippers stay alive, force Game 6; Rockets advance

The Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors will look to close their respective series in a pair of Game 5s.

NBA.com Staff

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Capela on why he wants to face GS

"I think that if you want to be a champion, you’ve got to beat the champion," Capela said. "At some point, you’ve got to do that.”

E.Jay Zarett

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Rockets close out Jazz to advance

James Harden led Houston with 26 points and made a key defensive play down the stretch.

Ameer Tyree

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Takeaways: Rockets eliminate Jazz, advance to second round

James Harden's 26 points led the way as Houston eliminated Utah from the postseason in five games for the second-straight year. For more on how they got it done, here are four takeaways from the Rockets Game 5 win.

G McGregor and B...

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Capela playing through illness

Capela scored four points on just 1-of-6 shooting in Houston’s Game 4 loss in Utah on Monday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Donovan Mitchell helped out at crash site before Game 4 heroics in Jazz-Rockets series

Donovan Mitchell was the hero of Game 4 in the Jazz-Rockets series. The day before, he extended a helping hand to a woman at the scene of a car wreck.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Harden: Defending Favors 'draining'

Derrick Favors caused the Rockets problems in Game 4 and James Harden vowed his team would improve.

Ben Spratt

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Mitchell: Anything can happen

The Jazz have not yet given up hope of rescuing their playoff series against the Rockets, insists Donovan Mitchell.

Ben Spratt

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Mitchell: 'I think we can play even better'

Donovan Mitchell scored 19 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter to lead his team to victory, saying post-game that the Jazz still have another gear.

Yash Matange

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Takeaways: Mitchell stars, Jazz avoid sweep with Game 4 win

The Utah Jazz force a Game 5 back in Houston with an inspiring Game 4 win, sparked by Donovan Mitchell's scoring outburst in the fourth quarter.

B Kidane and Yas...

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Player of the Night: Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo's dominant display in Detroit earns him Player of the Day honours ahead of Donovan Mitchell, Derrick Favors and James Harden.

Benyam Kidane

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Jazz force Game 5, Bucks sweep Pistons

Today's two-game slate features a pair of Game 4s in which the Bucks and Rockets both look to advance to the second round. Follow along below for quarter-by-quarter updates from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Bucks sweep Pistons and advance

The Bucks topped the Pistons 127-104 in Detroit to complete a first-round sweep, giving them their first playoff series win since 2000-01.

Ameer Tyree

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What to watch for in Monday's Game 4s

The Milwaukee Bucks will be looking for their first playoff series win since 2001 by sweeping the Detroit Pistons while the Houston Rockets will look to sweep the Utah Jazz and make their fourth Conference semifinals appearance in the last five years.

Yash Matange

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Complete first round playoff schedule

The NBA Playoffs begin Saturday, April 13 with a full slate of four games. Check below for times and dates of the entire first round.

NBA.com Staff

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Rockets unaware Harden went 0 of 15

"Oh, for real? I didn't know that!" Harden replied when informed by ESPN of his early 0 of 15 shooting struggles to begin Saturday's game.

Harry West

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Harden on shooting struggles in Game 3: 'Nothing changes'

The Houston Rockets established a commanding 3-0 series lead against the Utah Jazz with a Game 3 win, but for James Harden, it was a shooting performance to forget.

Yash Matange

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Player of the Night: Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid's dominant display in Brooklyn earns him Player of the Day honours ahead of Nikola Jokic, Donovan Mitchell and Blake Griffin

Benyam Kidane

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Takeaways: Rockets in control with commanding 3-0 lead vs. Jazz

Despite a rough shooting game on James Harden's part, the Houston Rockets persevered through the Jazz's tough defence to come out victorious.

Yash Matange

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Highlights from Day 8 of the NBA Playoffs

If you missed any action, check below for quarter-by-quarter updates from Game 3 of Bucks-Pistons and Rockets-Jazz and Game 4 of 76ers-Nets and Nuggets-Spurs

NBA.com Staff

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Four key things to watch in Saturday's playoff games

Here's four things to keep your eye on during the four pivotal playoff battles that are set to take place on Saturday.

Benyam Kidane

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Global Debate: Which higher seed should be most concerned?

We've reached Game 3 in each first round series of the 2019 NBA playoffs, and there's already been a fair share of surprises. Who should be sweating the most?

N Global Staff

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Harden's triple-double sparks easy Game 2 win

After winning Game 1 by 32 points, James Harden and the Houston Rockets clinched another comfortable win in Game 2, winning 118-98.

Yash Matange

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Player of the Night: James Harden

James Harden's triple-double guides the Houston Rockets to a 2-0 series lead, earning him Player of the Day honours over Kyrie Irving, Jayson Tatum and Giannis Anetokounmpo.

Benyam Kidane

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Celtics rally for win over Pacers

Boston came away with a 99-91 win over Indiana on Wednesday at the TD Garden to go up 2-0 in their first-round series.

E.Jay Zarett

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What to watch for in Wednesday's Game 2 battles

Five things to keep your eye on during three pivotal Game 2 battles that are set to take place on Wednesday.

James McKern

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Highlights from Day 5 of playoffs

If you missed any action from the night, check below for quarter-by-quarter updates from Game 2 of Pacers vs. Celtics, Pistons vs. Bucks and Jazz vs. Rockets.

NBA.com Staff

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Sixers tie playoff record with third-quarter outburst

In the third quarter of Game 2 in the first-round series between the Sixers and the Nets, the Sixers scored 51 points (on 18-for-25 shooting), tying the NBA playoff record for most points scored in a quarter set by the Lakers in 1962.

NBA.com Staff

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Rubio explains Harden guarding

James Harden had to contend with Ricky Rubio's peculiar approach to guarding on Sunday, with the Jazz trying to stop his step-backs.

Ben Spratt

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Player of the Night: Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to victory and secured the Player of the Night, edging out Damian Lillard, James Harden and Enes Kanter.

James McKern

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Takeaways: Harden, Rockets beat Jazz by 32 in Game 1

James Harden and the Houston Rockets tipped-off their 2019 postseason in the best way possible - a blowout win at home and 1-0 series lead.

Yash Matange

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Scores and highlights from Day 2

Day 2 of the 2019 NBA Playoffs is in the books. Unlike Day 1, there were no upsets, as each home team took care of business.

NBA.com Staff

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Rockets vs. Jazz series preview

The No. 4 Houston Rockets will face the No. 5 Utah Jazz in the first round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs. Here is all you need to know ahead of the first round series.

Alex Novick

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Which star has the most to prove in the playoffs?

There's lots at stake with the game's biggest stars this postseason. Will Kevin Durant win a third straight Finals MVP? Will Stephen Curry finally win his first Finals MVP? Will James Harden lead the Rockets to the NBA Finals? Will Giannis Antetokounmpo complete his transformation into the next face of the league? Will Joel Embiid complete The Process? Will Kawhi Leonard or Kyrie Irving fuel a Finals run ahead of free agency?

G NBA.com Staff

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NBA awards ballot 2019: Giannis Antetokounmpo or James Harden in MVP race?

Let the arguments commence. Sporting News' Sean Deveney reveals his NBA awards picks for MVP, Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year and more.

Sean Deveney

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NBA playoffs bracket 2019: Western Conference first-round series picks, predictions, breakdowns

Sporting News' Sean Deveney breaks down each Western Conference first-round series and offers his playoff picks.

Sean Deveney

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Breaking down first round NBA Playoff matchups

With the NBA Playoff bracket finalized and the first round matchups set, our NBA.com staff breaks down which storyline we're most looking forward to, which matchup we're most excited to see and which teams could pull off a first round upset

NBA.com Staff

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2019 NBA Western Conference preview

The Warriors are favored to win it all again while the No. 2 team in the conference has a very tough first-round matchup.

Thomas Lott

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Rockets vs. Jazz: Predictions, picks for 2019 NBA playoffs first-round series

Everything you need to know about the Rockets and Jazz before their first-round series in the 2019 NBA playoffs.

Sean Deveney

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West series by the numbers

Here’s a breakdown of all the first-round West series, by the numbers.

E.Jay Zarett

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Shoes create 'Space Jam' problem

Sneakers play a factor because the original 1996 film was inspired by the "Hare Jordan" Nike commercial.

Chelsea Howard

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How Tuesday's results impact playoff picture

The race for playoff seedings will come down to the final day of the regular season, with plenty of games impacting the final seedings.

Benyam Kidane

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PG nails game-winning 3, caps off OKC win

The Oklahoma City Thunder's All-Star duo of Paul George and Russell Westbrook led a furious fourth quarter comeback, outscoring the Houston Rockets 27-12 over the last nine minutes of the game.

Yash Matange

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NBA wrap: April 9

Dwyane Wade and Dirk Nowitzki each played their last home games, as both have plans to retire after the season.

Ameer Tyree

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Tuesday's action: Mitchell scores 46 in win

There were 11 games on Tuesday night and no shortage of highlights. Follow along for a snap shot of what happened.

NBA.com Staff

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Mike D'Antoni health update

He is expected to sit out Tuesday's regular-season finale against the Thunder after missing two games with an intestinal virus.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Rockets set new NBA record for 3-pointers in a game

The Houston Rockets knocked down 27 three-pointers in their 149-113 win over the Phoenix Suns, setting a new NBA record.

Benyam Kidane

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Sunday's action: Jazz's win streak snapped

All but two teams are in action on a busy day around the NBA. With plenty of high-intensity games with playoff implications, follow along for all the results and highlights

NBA.com Staff

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Evaluating Utah's potential first round opponents

The Jazz have secured a playoff spot for the third consecutive season but with the standings so close in the Western Conference, the final few games of the season will dramatically impact Utah's outlook going into the playoffs.

Matthew Blum

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Friday's action: Caruso shines for Lakers

There's a jam-packed slate this Friday night with 13 games, headlined by a handful of Eastern Conference games barring playoff implications

NBA.com Staff

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Clippers announcer offers same tired critique of James Harden's game

Clippers color commentator Don MacLean believes what Rockets star James Harden has done this season "isn't basketball." Uh, what?

Jordan Greer

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Wednesday's action: Kemba comes up clutch in Hornets win

There are 12 game to look forward to on Wednesday, headlined by the Miami Heat hosting the Boston Celtics. Follow along for updated scores and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Rockets shoot NBA record 26 three-pointers, beat Kings by 25

The Houston Rockets won their 50th game of the season, recording at least 50 wins for the third straight season and they did it in record-breaking fashion from beyond the arc.

Yash Matange

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Tuesday's action: DeRozan scores 29 points in win over Hawks

There are four games ahead on tonight's slate. Check here for scores and all of the best highlights from the action.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA Power Rankings: Raptors enter top five, Rockets move up

The Raptors are rewarded for their perfect 3-0 week, the Rockets get closer to the top spot and the Jazz are trending upward

K Irving and Gil...

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Saturday's action: Wade scores 16 in MSG finale

There are nine games to look forward to on Saturday. Follow along for updated scores and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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Harden records fifth career 50-point triple-double

Harden led the Rockets to a victory over the Kings on Saturday with 50 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. It's the fifth time in his career that he's scored 50 points and recorded a triple-double in the same game, the most in NBA history.

Scott Rafferty

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Friday's action: Lillard drops 36 on Hawks

There are six games to look forward to on Friday night. Follow along for updated scores and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

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