Hurricanes shake up defensive coaching staff for 2021
Manny Diaz decided someone else needed to call Miami’s defensive plays. He chose himself.
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Celtics expect to play Friday, as NBA weighs more testing
The Boston Celtics expect their unplanned weeklong hiatus because of coronavirus-related issues to end Friday, when they’re scheduled to play host to the Orlando Magic.
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Analysis: Nets have pieces, now they need to fit together
Having a Big Three is great.
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Another 3 NBA games called off amid virus, 16 test positive
Contact tracing issues involving the Phoenix Suns and Washington Wizards forced the NBA to postpone three more games Wednesday, raising the leaguewide total from this week alone to eight.
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Another 3 NBA games called off amid virus, 16 test positive
Contact tracing issues involving the Phoenix Suns and Washington Wizards forced the NBA to postpone three more games Wednesday, raising the leaguewide total from this week alone to eight.
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Panthers get goalie Sergei Bobrovsky back on the ice
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — The Florida Panthers got goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky back Wednesday, the two-time Vezina Trophy winner joining the club on the ice for the first time since training camp started.
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Hawks-Suns game latest to be called off by NBA amid virus
The Phoenix Suns are now the latest NBA team to deal with contact tracing issues related to the coronavirus pandemic, and their game Wednesday against the Atlanta Hawks was called off by the league after it was learned they wouldn’t have enough players cleared to participate.
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Rough road: Playing during pandemic means 'long days' in NBA
When Washington coach Scott Brooks was a player and would ask coaches about their profession, the response was always the same: It is a lonely job.
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Analysis: DeVonta Smith, in just a half, wasn't half bad
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — DeVonta Smith did not catch a single pass after halftime. He didn’t have to, either.
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NBA, union stiffen virus protocols; more games postponed
With five games called off this week already and more teams dealing with virus-related issues, the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association enacted additional rules Tuesday in the hope of keeping the season going safely.
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NBA, union stiffen virus protocols; more games postponed
With five games called off this week already and more teams dealing with virus-related issues, the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association enacted additional rules Tuesday in the hope of keeping the season going safely.
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NBA, union stiffen virus protocols, another game postponed
With four games called off this week already and more teams dealing with virus-related issues, the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association enacted additional rules Tuesday in the hope of keeping the season going safely.
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Wizards cancel practice, NBA postpones 4th game amid virus
The Washington Wizards said Tuesday that two of their players are going on the NBA's health and safety protocols list and Orlando's game in Boston on Wednesday has been called off, the latest items in a wave of bad news related to the coronavirus pandemic for the league in recent …
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Analysis: Amid pandemic, NBA blowout epidemic also happening
Amid the coronavirus pandemic, the NBA is also seeing a blowout epidemic.
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Wizards cancel practice in latest COVID issue for NBA
The Washington Wizards say two of their players are going on the NBA's health and safety protocols list, the latest in a wave of bad news related to the coronavirus pandemic for the league in recent days.
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'Uncharted waters': More NBA games off as virus issues grow
The NBA called off two more games because of COVID-related and contact-tracing issues on Monday, and the Miami Heat were preparing to be without eight players — including All-Stars Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo — for several days because of possible exposure to the coronavirus.
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Analysis: DeVonta Smith, in just a half, wasn't half bad
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — DeVonta Smith did not catch a single pass after halftime. He didn’t have to, either.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Analysis: Amid a pandemic, a blowout epidemic also happening
Amid the coronavirus pandemic, the NBA is also seeing a blowout epidemic.
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Analysis: DeVonta Smith, in just a half, wasn't half bad
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — DeVonta Smith did not catch a single pass after halftime. He didn’t have to, either.
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'Uncharted waters': More NBA games off as virus issues grow
The NBA called off two more games because of COVID-related and contact-tracing issues on Monday, and the Miami Heat were preparing to be without eight players — including All-Stars Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo — for several days because of possible exposure to the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
NBA calls off 2 more games over virus-related concerns
The NBA called off two more games because of COVID-related and contact tracing issues on Monday, and the Miami Heat were preparing to be without as many as eight players — including All-Stars Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo — for several days because of possible exposure to the coronavirus.
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Heat-Celtics game postponed by NBA due to virus protocols
The NBA is continuing its season as planned even after concerns about COVID-19 exposure forced the postponement of Miami’s game at Boston on Sunday, a day where no fewer than 15 players around the league were officially declared unable to play for virus-related reasons.
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Heat-Celtics game postponed by NBA due to virus protocols
The NBA is continuing its season as planned even after concerns about COVID-19 exposure forced the postponement of Miami’s game at Boston on Sunday, a day where no fewer than 15 players around the league were officially declared unable to play for virus-related reasons.
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AP source: Celtics-Heat game postponed over virus concerns
Sunday’s game between Boston and Miami was postponed because of contact tracing concerns within the Heat, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press.
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Miami hires Travaris Robinson as defensive backs coach
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Miami native Travaris Robinson is coming home.
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Back to the bubble: G League season will be played at Disney
The G League will crown its 2021 champion in a bubble, just as the NBA did last season.
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Back to the bubble: G League season will be played at Disney
The G League will crown its 2021 champion in a bubble, just as the NBA did last season.
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Diego Alonso out as coach of Inter Miami after one season
MIAMI (AP) — Diego Alonso will not be back for a second season as coach of Major League Soccer's Inter Miami, part of a tumultuous offseason for the expansion team.
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'A sad day': NBA reacts to Capitol protest, Blake decision
MIAMI (AP) — With words and actions, several NBA teams showed dismay Wednesday hours
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NBA updates mental health policies amid ongoing pandemic
The NBA is urging teams to make increased commitments toward providing mental health resources to players and staff, releasing updated guidelines Wednesday to reflect the challenge of playing amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
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Pritchard's putback pushes Celtics past Heat, 107-105
MIAMI (AP) — Rookie guard Payton Pritchard wasn't there last season when the Boston Celtics lost to the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference finals.
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Pritchard's putback pushes Celtics past Heat, 107-105
MIAMI (AP) — Rookie guard Payton Pritchard wasn't there last season when the Boston Celtics lost to the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference finals.
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'A sad day': NBA reacts to Capitol protest, Blake decision
MIAMI (AP) — With words and actions, several NBA teams showed dismay Wednesday hours
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Celtics, Heat kneel in protest over Blake, Capitol protest
MIAMI (AP) — The Boston Celtics and Miami Heat knelt for the national anthem Wednesday night, saying they were playing “with a heavy heart” after a violent mob loyal to President Donald Trump was able to storm the U.S. Capitol and the decision earlier in the week by a Wisconsin …
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NBA updates mental health policies amid ongoing pandemic
The NBA is urging teams to make increased commitments toward providing mental health resources to players and staff, releasing updated guidelines Wednesday to reflect the challenge of playing amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
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Panthers, tired of waiting, hope breakthrough year is here
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov has a simple thought entering the season.
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NBA tells teams that rules on mask-wearing will get tougher
MIAMI (AP) — The NBA is adopting a tougher policy regarding masks, telling teams Monday that players on the active roster will have to wear the face coverings in the bench area until they enter games.
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In the NBA this season, teams will see same refs more often
There are nine people who have been on the court to start four different games at Staples Center so far this season.
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Heat go on 20-0 run, roll past Thunder 118-90
MIAMI (AP) — Kelly Olynyk became the latest option in Miami’s starting lineup. He made a case to stick around.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
In the NBA this season, teams will see same refs more often
There are nine people who have been on the court to start four different games at Staples Center so far this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Heat go on 20-0 run, roll past Thunder 118-90
MIAMI (AP) — Kelly Olynyk became the latest option in Miami’s starting lineup. He made a case to stick around.
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NBA tells teams that rules on mask-wearing will get tougher
MIAMI (AP) — The NBA is adopting a tougher policy regarding masks, telling teams Monday that players on the active roster will have to wear the face coverings in the bench area until they enter games.
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Texas A&M runs past North Carolina in Orange Bowl, 41-27
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher pulled a hamstring as he tried to avoid the players who wanted to give him a celebratory Gatorade bath.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Texas A&M runs past North Carolina in Orange Bowl, 41-27
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher pulled a hamstring as he tried to avoid the players who wanted to give him a celebratory Gatorade bath.
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Going outside: Panthers training camp has distancing in mind
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — To try and combat the coronavirus, the Florida Panthers hope a balmy climate can work to their advantage.
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Texas A&M runs past North Carolina in Orange Bowl, 41-27
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher pulled a hamstring as he tried to avoid the players who wanted to give him a celebratory Gatorade bath.
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Going outside: Panthers training camp has distancing in mind
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — To try and combat the coronavirus, the Florida Panthers hope a balmy climate can work to their advantage.
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2020: A year where the fist-bump became mainstream greeting
The moment called for a handshake. Or would have, under what used to be considered normal circumstances.
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Texas A&M, North Carolina look forward, await Orange Bowl
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — If there’s one belief that Texas A&M and North Carolina share heading into the Orange Bowl, it’s that there’s no use in looking backward.
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2020: A year where the fist-bump became mainstream greeting
The moment called for a handshake. Or would have, under what used to be considered normal circumstances.
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Miami QB D'Eriq King tore knee ligament, plans 2021 return
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Miami quarterback D’Eriq King tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee during the Hurricanes’ loss this week in the Cheez-It Bowl.
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Heat avenge embarrassment, rally to top Bucks 119-108
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Heat engineered a 58-point turnaround against the Milwaukee Bucks in 24 hours.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
2020: A year where the fist-bump became mainstream greeting
The moment called for a handshake. Or would have, under what used to be considered normal circumstances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Heat avenge embarrassment, rally to top Bucks 119-108
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Heat engineered a 58-point turnaround against the Milwaukee Bucks in 24 hours.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
2020: A year where the fist-bump became mainstream greeting
The moment called for a handshake. Or would have, under what used to be considered normal circumstances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
By looks of scores, the NBA is off to a 'strange' start
MIAMI (AP) — Milwaukee coach Mike Budenholzer offered a simple assessment of some of the scores that he’s seen in the early days of this NBA season.
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Bucks set NBA record for 3's, roll past Heat 144-97
MIAMI (AP) — On Sunday, the Milwaukee Bucks endured their worst 3-point effort in just over a year.
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By looks of scores, the NBA is off to a 'strange' start
MIAMI (AP) — Milwaukee coach Mike Budenholzer offered a simple assessment of some of the scores that he’s seen in the early days of this NBA season.
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Bucks set NBA record for 3's, roll past Heat 144-97
MIAMI (AP) — On Sunday, the Milwaukee Bucks endured their worst 3-point effort in just over a year.
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Bucks set NBA record for 3-pointers made in a game
MIAMI (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks have broken the NBA record for 3-pointers made in a game.
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Practice time will be in short supply in NBA this season
The Miami Heat just wrapped up two consecutive days of practice, which is significant for this reason: It might not happen again for a while.
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QB D'Eriq King says he's returning to Hurricanes in 2021
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — D’Eriq King transferred to Miami with the hope of competing for championships.
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Rockets set to go into opener with 9 available players
The Houston Rockets are preparing to have only nine available players, James Harden among them, for their first two games of the season because of ongoing quarantine issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Still The King: James wins AP Male Athlete of Year award
LeBron James told the world in 2020 that Black Lives Matter. He helped convince many who had never voted to finally head to the polls. He found more ways to continue elevating the lives of people in his hometown.
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QB D'Eriq King says he's returning to Hurricanes in 2021
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — D’Eriq King transferred to Miami with the hope of competing for championships.
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Rockets set to go into opener with 9 available players
The Houston Rockets are preparing to have only nine available players, James Harden among them, for their first two games of the season because of ongoing quarantine issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Still The King: James wins AP Male Athlete of Year award
LeBron James told the world in 2020 that Black Lives Matter. He helped convince many who had never voted to finally head to the polls. He found more ways to continue elevating the lives of people in his hometown.
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QB D'Eriq King says he's returning to Hurricanes in 2021
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — D’Eriq King transferred to Miami with the hope of competing for championships.
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Spoelstra stays perfect on Christmas, Heat beat Pels 111-98
MIAMI (AP) — Erik Spoelstra remained perfect on Christmas, and a record-tying show from Duncan Robinson helped him stay that way.
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Spoelstra stays perfect on Christmas, Heat beat Pels 111-98
MIAMI (AP) — Erik Spoelstra remained perfect on Christmas, and a record-tying show from Duncan Robinson helped him stay that way.
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Harden must quarantine until Friday; could play in opener
James Harden will be in quarantine until Friday, meaning the Houston Rockets star and three-time reigning NBA scoring champion could be eligible to play Saturday when his team is to finally open its season in Portland.
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Harden must quarantine until Friday; could play in opener
James Harden will be in quarantine until Friday, meaning the Houston Rockets star and three-time reigning NBA scoring champion could be eligible to play Saturday when his team is to finally open its season in Portland.
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NBA studying ways to bring games back overseas in future
The NBA is still looking at scenarios that could allow teams to play in Europe and China again next season, deputy commissioner Mark Tatum said Tuesday.
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We The South: The Raptors settling into their Tampa home
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Just like last year, the Toronto Raptors are opening the season at home, against the New Orleans Pelicans, and every available ticket for the game has been sold.
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Welcome back, NBA: Here's 10 things to know about the season
And ... it’s back.
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NBA studying ways to bring games back overseas in future
The NBA is still looking at scenarios that could allow teams to play in Europe and China again next season, deputy commissioner Mark Tatum said Tuesday.
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We The South: The Raptors settling into their Tampa home
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Just like last year, the Toronto Raptors are opening the season at home, against the New Orleans Pelicans, and every available ticket for the game has been sold.
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Fultz, Isaac, White, Kennard and Anunoby get extensions done
For some young NBA players, a free-agency payday came early Monday.
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Silver confident that NBA season can be pulled off safely
The NBA found a way to get through last season amid a pandemic. Adam Silver sees no reason why the same cannot ring true again this season.
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Welcome back, NBA: Here's 10 things to know about the season
And ... it’s back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Welcome back, NBA: Here's 10 things to know about the season
And ... it’s back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Fultz, Isaac, White, Kennard and Anunoby get extensions done
For some young NBA players, a free-agency payday came early Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Fultz, Isaac, White and Anunoby get contract extensions done
For some young NBA players, a free-agency payday came early Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Silver confident that NBA season can be pulled off safely
The NBA found a way to get through last season amid a pandemic. Adam Silver sees no reason why the same cannot ring true again this season.
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Snubbed by committee, Texas A&M will face UNC in Orange Bowl
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Jimbo Fisher's fondness of the Orange Bowl goes back to his youth, and he can still remember what a big deal it was to get in front of the television and wrap up every New Year's Day by watching the matchup.
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Snubbed by committee, Texas A&M will face UNC in Orange Bowl
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Jimbo Fisher's fondness of the Orange Bowl goes back to his youth, and he can still remember what a big deal it was to get in front of the television and wrap up every New Year's Day by watching the matchup.
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Gobert signs $205 million, five-year extension with Jazz
Rudy Gobert arrived in Utah seven years ago as a relative unknown, without a lot of fanfare and with some serious questions about his potential.
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AP Source: Jazz, Gobert agree on $205 million extension
A person with knowledge of the situation said the Utah Jazz and All-Star center Rudy Gobert have agreed on a contract extension that could be worth as much as $205 million over five seasons.
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East preview: Heat returning champs, but have challengers
Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo is the two-time reigning MVP. Brooklyn’s Kevin Durant is a two-time NBA Finals MVP and about to get back on the floor after recovering from injury. Washington’s Russell Westbrook is still a triple-double machine. Boston’s Jayson Tatum signed an extension this offseason that could pay him close …
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East preview: Heat returning champs, but have challengers
Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo is the two-time reigning MVP. Brooklyn’s Kevin Durant is a two-time NBA Finals MVP and about to get back on the floor after recovering from injury. Washington’s Russell Westbrook is still a triple-double machine. Boston’s Jayson Tatum signed an extension this offseason that could pay him close …
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Coaches' challenge stays in NBA, game-night rosters go to 15
The NBA coach’s challenge is back, and here to stay.
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Coaches' challenge stays in NBA, game-night rosters go to 15
The NBA coach’s challenge is back, and here to stay.
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Magic hope continuity leads to more balance, more wins
Steve Clifford is a veteran NBA coach, a brilliant tactician, someone probably who knows every nuance of every set that has ever been drawn up in league history.
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East champion Heat are thinking even bigger this season
MIAMI (AP) — They don’t have banner-raising ceremonies in Miami for anything other than NBA championships and jersey retirements. Eastern Conference title banners go to the rafters quietly, without fanfare.
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Raptors retooled, but VanVleet says they're still dangerous
The Toronto Raptors aren’t in Toronto and might not be back there until next season. Marc Gasol and Serge Ibaka, key parts of the team that won the 2019 NBA title, left the Raptors as free agents during the offseason. And Kyle Lowry, the team’s undisputed leader, is closer to …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Magic hope continuity leads to more balance, more wins
Steve Clifford is a veteran NBA coach, a brilliant tactician, someone probably who knows every nuance of every set that has ever been drawn up in league history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Raptors retooled, but VanVleet says they're still dangerous
The Toronto Raptors aren’t in Toronto and might not be back there until next season. Marc Gasol and Serge Ibaka, key parts of the team that won the 2019 NBA title, left the Raptors as free agents during the offseason. And Kyle Lowry, the team’s undisputed leader, is closer to …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
East champion Heat are thinking even bigger this season
MIAMI (AP) — They don’t have banner-raising ceremonies in Miami for anything other than NBA championships and jersey retirements. Eastern Conference title banners go to the rafters quietly, without fanfare.
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No. 20 UNC runs wild, rolls past No. 9 Miami 62-26
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Michael Carter and Javonte Williams accomplished something that no teammates in major college football history had previously done.
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No. 20 UNC runs wild, rolls past No. 9 Miami 62-26
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Michael Carter and Javonte Williams accomplished something that no teammates in major college football history had previously done.
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Miami, North Carolina bring QB star power into Saturday
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — D’Eriq King is having a season unlike almost any other quarterback in Miami history. Same goes for North Carolina’s Sam Howell, who has his name in the Tar Heel record book more than a few times already.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Miami, North Carolina bring QB star power into Saturday
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — D’Eriq King is having a season unlike almost any other quarterback in Miami history. Same goes for North Carolina’s Sam Howell, who has his name in the Tar Heel record book more than a few times already.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Miami, North Carolina bring QB star power into Saturday
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — D’Eriq King is having a season unlike almost any other quarterback in Miami history. Same goes for North Carolina’s Sam Howell, who has his name in the Tar Heel record book more than a few times already.
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Like teams, NBA refs have new health and safety protocols
NBA referees will have to adhere to many of the same new health and safety protocols as coaches and players are this season, all part of the league’s plan to try to keep everyone safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Like teams, NBA refs have new health and safety protocols
NBA referees will have to adhere to many of the same new health and safety protocols as coaches and players are this season, all part of the league’s plan to try to keep everyone safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
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NBA coaches attire: Masks are in, jackets are optional
MIAMI (AP) — For NBA coaches, masks are required this season. Jackets are not.
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NBA coaches attire: Masks are in, jackets are optional
MIAMI (AP) — For NBA coaches, masks are required this season. Jackets are not.
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Miami DB Al Blades reveals he has season-ending heart issue
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Miami defensive back Al Blades Jr. said Tuesday he will miss at least three months after being diagnosed with inflammation of the heart.
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Nuggets hope adding Campazzo gives them a new edge
To help the returning Denver Nuggets learn about their new teammates, coach Michael Malone started Sunday’s first group practice of the season with a video that showed highlight-reel plays from the seven additions to the roster.
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Nuggets hope adding Campazzo gives them a new edge
To help the returning Denver Nuggets learn about their new teammates, coach Michael Malone started Sunday’s first group practice of the season with a video that showed highlight-reel plays from the seven additions to the roster.
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'Is Miami back?': Hurricanes may finally have a good answer
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Miami coach Manny Diaz was coming back from a bout with COVID-19, as was quarterback D’Eriq King and several other players. The Hurricanes hadn’t practiced in two weeks, final exams were further limiting football time and a few starters still had to sit out amid …
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'Happy about where I'm at': Westbrook discusses move to DC
Russell Westbrook made a few things clear Saturday. He will remain a Dallas Cowboys fan even though he’s now playing in Washington, he’s not going to abandon his policy against being friendly with opponents during games, and he doesn’t think a championship necessarily completes a player’s resume.
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NBA: Teams that break virus protocols may lose games, picks
NBA teams that do not comply with league rules designed to minimize the spread of the coronavirus this season could face major penalties such as forfeiting games or draft picks, the league told its franchises Saturday.
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'Happy about where I'm at': Westbrook discusses move to DC
Russell Westbrook made a few things clear Saturday. He will remain a Dallas Cowboys fan even though he’s now playing in Washington, he’s not going to abandon his policy against being friendly with opponents during games, and he doesn’t think a championship necessarily completes a player’s resume.
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NBA: Teams that break virus protocols may lose games, picks
NBA teams that do not comply with league rules designed to minimize the spread of the coronavirus this season could face major penalties such as forfeiting games or draft picks, the league told its franchises Saturday.
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Doubling up: Some NBA teams to stay longer in road cities
Some NBA teams are going to have longer-than-usual road trips to certain cities this season.
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'My point guard': Brooks eager to reunite with Westbrook
Scott Brooks was in his fourth game as interim coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder, who were off to a disastrous 1-16 start. The night on Nov. 29, 2008, he gave Russell Westbrook his first career start, putting him at point guard even though there were questions about whether the …
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'My point guard': Brooks eager to reunite with Westbrook
Scott Brooks was in his fourth game as interim coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder, who were off to a disastrous 1-16 start. The night on Nov. 29, 2008, he gave Russell Westbrook his first career start, putting him at point guard even though there were questions about whether the …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Doubling up: Some NBA teams to stay longer in road cities
Some NBA teams are going to have longer-than-usual road trips to certain cities this season.
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Good news for Raptors: In Tampa, no conflict with badminton
Nick Nurse isn’t exactly sure yet how the practice setup for the Toronto Raptors will work this season.
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In the ACC, even without fans, there's no place like home
Clemson’s Death Valley does not have as many signs of life on game days. Hard Rock Stadium is often very quiet when Miami scores. Lane Stadium isn’t shaking atop its foundation when Virginia Tech takes the field before kickoff.
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A cautious start to NBA season, as camps open amid positives
The first day of NBA training camp is supposed to be accompanied by brimming optimism, a time for players and coaches all taking those first steps toward what they hope is a championship.
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Popovich knows filling US Olympic roster may be a challenge
Game 7 of the 2021 NBA Finals, as of now, would be played on July 22.
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Popovich knows filling US Olympic roster may be a challenge
Game 7 of the 2021 NBA Finals, as of now, would be played on July 22.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
A cautious start to NBA season, as camps open amid positives
The first day of NBA training camp is supposed to be accompanied by brimming optimism, a time for players and coaches all taking those first steps toward what they hope is a championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
As NBA camps open, Doc Rivers expresses concern for season
The first day of NBA training camp is supposed to be accompanied by brimming optimism, a time for players and coaches all taking those first steps toward what they hope is a championship.
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Ready or not, NBA training camps are set to open once again
For the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat, it was the shortest offseason ever. For the eight teams that haven’t played since March, the offseason dragged for longer than most seasons last. And for all 30 clubs, questions are far more prevalent than answers these days.
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USA Basketball clinches AmeriCup berth, beats Mexico 94-78
USA Basketball went into a bubble and emerged with a berth in the 2022 FIBA AmeriCup.
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USA Basketball clinches AmeriCup berth, beats Mexico 94-78
USA Basketball went into a bubble and emerged with a berth in the 2022 FIBA AmeriCup.
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Ready or not, NBA training camps are set to open once again
For the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat, it was the shortest offseason ever. For the eight teams that haven’t played since March, the offseason dragged for longer than most seasons last. And for all 30 clubs, questions are far more prevalent than answers these days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Amid pandemic, NBA gives teams health protocols for season
NBA players who test positive for the coronavirus this season may have to miss nearly two weeks in some instances before being allowed to return to the court, the league told its teams Saturday.
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Amid pandemic, NBA gives teams health protocols for season
NBA players who test positive for the coronavirus this season may have to miss nearly two weeks in some instances before being allowed to return to the court, the league told its teams Saturday.
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NBA releases shorter preseason schedule; games start Dec. 11
The NBA released a condensed
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
NBA releases shorter preseason schedule; games start Dec. 11
The NBA released a condensed
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
VanVleet says he's excited about Raptors' time in Tampa
Fred VanVleet hasn’t been back to Toronto since March and isn’t sure when he’ll be back to the city that he’ll technically be calling home for at least the next four years.
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After opting out of bubble, Bradley ready to play again
MIAMI (AP) — Avery Bradley still has serious concerns about the coronavirus, particularly because one of his children has struggled with respiratory illnesses.
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Heat, Adebayo agree on five-year, $163 million extension
MIAMI (AP) — Bam Adebayo came to the NBA with the goal of providing for his mother and changing her life.
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After opting out of bubble, Bradley ready to play again
MIAMI (AP) — Avery Bradley still has serious concerns about the coronavirus, particularly because one of his children has struggled with respiratory illnesses.
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VanVleet says he's excited about Raptors' time in Tampa
Fred VanVleet hasn’t been back to Toronto since March and isn’t sure when he’ll be back to the city that he’ll technically be calling home for at least the next four years.
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Heat, Adebayo agree on five-year, $163 million extension
MIAMI (AP) — Bam Adebayo came to the NBA with the goal of providing for his mother and changing her life.
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Heat say they are working with Adebayo to finalize extension
MIAMI (AP) — Bam Adebayo and the Miami Heat are working on a contract extension, the team said Tuesday.
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NBA players hailed by pope at Vatican for demanding justice
Pope Francis met with NBA players at the Vatican on Monday, lauding them as “champions" and saying he supported their work on social justice.
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NBA players hailed by pope at Vatican for demanding justice
Pope Francis met with NBA players at the Vatican on Monday, lauding them as “champions" and saying he supported their work on social justice.
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Making a splash: Mitchell, Jazz agree on max extension
Donovan Mitchell got the life-changing news Sunday and immediately began celebrating. He ripped off his T-shirt, ran out of the house and leaped into the pool.
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Making a splash: Mitchell, Jazz agree on max extension
Donovan Mitchell got the life-changing news Sunday and immediately began celebrating. He ripped off his T-shirt, ran out of the house and leaped into the pool.
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Tennessee AD Fulmer, Miami coach Diaz isolating for virus
Tennessee athletic director and former Volunteers football coach Phillip Fulmer said Friday he is in isolation after testing positive for COVID-19. And Miami's Manny Diaz became the latest active coach to announce he has contracted the virus.
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AP source: VanVleet staying with Raptors; Hayward to Hornets
Fred VanVleet bet on himself. It paid off.
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Free agency opens: Fox and Kings agree on $163 million deal
On the first night of free agency, De'Aaron Fox was the first huge winner.
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AP source: VanVleet staying with Raptors; Hayward to Hornets
Fred VanVleet bet on himself. It paid off.
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AP source: VanVleet staying with Raptors on 4-year deal
Fred VanVleet bet on himself. It paid off.
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Goran Dragic, Meyers Leonard quickly agree on Heat returns
MIAMI (AP) — Goran Dragic has repeatedly said that he wants to finish his career in Miami. Meyers Leonard ended last season wanting a second run with the Heat.
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Tennessee AD Fulmer, Miami coach Diaz isolating for virus
Tennessee athletic director and former Volunteers football coach Phillip Fulmer said Friday he is in isolation after testing positive for COVID-19. And Miami's Manny Diaz became the latest active coach to announce he has contracted the virus.
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Raptors denied permission to play in Canada, head to Tampa
TORONTO (AP) — The Toronto Raptors will start the NBA season next month in Tampa, Florida, because of travel restrictions by the Canadian government stemming from the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Free agency opens: Fox and Kings agree on $163 million deal
On the first night of free agency, De'Aaron Fox was the first huge winner.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Free agency opens: Fox and Kings agree on $163 million deal
On the first night of free agency, De'Aaron Fox was the first huge winner.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Free agency begins, and deals start flying fast
The last time Facundo Campazzo and Nikola Jokic shared a court in a real game together was during last year’s Basketball World Cup in China. Campazzo was dazzling and Argentina prevailed, ending the championship hopes for Jokic and Serbia.
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Goran Dragic, Meyers Leonard quickly agree on Heat returns
MIAMI (AP) — Goran Dragic has repeatedly said that he wants to finish his career in Miami. Meyers Leonard ended last season wanting a second run with the Heat.
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Raptors denied permission to play in Canada, head to Tampa
TORONTO (AP) — The Toronto Raptors will start the NBA season next month in Tampa, Florida, because of travel restrictions by the Canadian government stemming from the pandemic.
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Tennessee AD Fulmer, Miami coach Diaz isolating for virus
Tennessee athletic director and former Volunteers football coach Phillip Fulmer said Friday he is in isolation after testing positive for COVID-19. And Miami's Manny Diaz became the latest active coach to announce he has contracted the virus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Miami coach Manny Diaz in isolation with coronavirus
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Miami coach Manny Diaz said Friday he is in isolation after testing positive for the coronavirus, and he will work virtually with the No. 12 Hurricanes until he can return to the field.
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NBA's offseason sprint continues with free agency starting
NBA free agency is usually a weeklong frenzy. Deals get struck, then teams and players must wait a few days before they can sign those contracts. And from there, a few more months often pass before the player goes to work with his new club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
NBA's offseason sprint continues with free agency starting
NBA free agency is usually a weeklong frenzy. Deals get struck, then teams and players must wait a few days before they can sign those contracts. And from there, a few more months often pass before the player goes to work with his new club.
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As always, NBA draft has a very international feel
It never takes long for the international flavor to hit the NBA draft, and Wednesday was no exception.
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Magic take North Carolina's Cole Anthony with 15th pick
Cole Anthony spent his lone year in college battling injuries and still put up big numbers. The Orlando Magic can’t wait to see what he’s capable of when fully healthy.
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Heat take Precious Achiuwa with No. 20 pick in NBA draft
MIAMI (AP) — Precious Achiuwa was the best player in the American Athletic Conference in his lone collegiate season. The Miami Heat hope that success can now translate to the NBA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
As always, NBA draft has a very international feel
It never takes long for the international flavor to hit the NBA draft, and Wednesday was no exception.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Heat take Precious Achiuwa with No. 20 pick in NBA draft
MIAMI (AP) — Precious Achiuwa was the best player in the American Athletic Conference in his lone collegiate season. The Miami Heat hope that success can now translate to the NBA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Magic take North Carolina's Cole Anthony with 15th pick
Cole Anthony spent his lone year in college battling injuries and still put up big numbers. The Orlando Magic can’t wait to see what he’s capable of when fully healthy.
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As NBA draft nears, Wiseman's wait finally coming to an end
MIAMI (AP) — There were plenty of NBA scouts and executives in the stands to watch Memphis and Oregon on Nov. 12, 2019. It was no secret why; they all wanted to see Memphis’ James Wiseman, the 7-foot-1 center who was already being touted as a candidate to be the …
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AP Source: Bucks getting Holiday to play with Antetokounmpo
Point guard Jrue Holiday is being traded from New Orleans to Milwaukee, which is aiming to give two-time reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo the improved roster that he seeks with the decision on his supermax contract extension looming, a person with knowledge of the situation said Tuesday.
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AP Source: Bucks getting Holiday to play with Antetokounmpo
Point guard Jrue Holiday is being traded from New Orleans to Milwaukee, which is aiming to give two-time reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo the improved roster that he seeks with the decision on his supermax contract extension looming, a person with knowledge of the situation said Tuesday.
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All-Star guard Chris Paul sent to Suns in blockbuster trade
Chris Paul holds a $44 million option for the 2021-22 season, a massive payday that may have kept some teams from trying to trade for the All-Star point guard.
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As NBA draft nears, Wiseman's wait finally coming to an end
MIAMI (AP) — There were plenty of NBA scouts and executives in the stands to watch Memphis and Oregon on Nov. 12, 2019. It was no secret why; they all wanted to see Memphis’ James Wiseman, the 7-foot-1 center who was already being touted as a candidate to be the …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
All-Star guard Chris Paul sent to Suns in blockbuster trade
Chris Paul holds a $44 million option for the 2021-22 season, a massive payday that may have kept some teams from trying to trade for the All-Star point guard.
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AP source: Chris Paul acquired by Phoenix from Oklahoma City
All-Star guard Chris Paul is being traded from the Oklahoma City Thunder to the Phoenix Suns, where he'll play alongside one of the league's most dynamic young scorers in fellow All-Star Devin Booker, a person with knowledge of the situation said Monday.
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As NBA draft nears, Wiseman's wait finally coming to an end
MIAMI (AP) — There were plenty of NBA scouts and executives in the stands to watch Memphis and Oregon on Nov. 12, 2019. It was no secret why; they all wanted to see Memphis’ James Wiseman, the 7-foot-1 center who was already being touted as a candidate to be the …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
AP source: Lakers on verge of acquiring Dennis Schröder
The NBA offseason, such as it was, is over. A wild few days of decisions and player movement await.
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AP source: Lakers on verge of acquiring Dennis Schröder
The NBA offseason, such as it was, is over. A wild few days of decisions and player movement await.
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Udonis Haslem returning to Heat for 18th season
MIAMI (AP) — Udonis Haslem announced Friday that he’s returning for an 18th season with the Miami Heat, and left the door open for extending his career after that.
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AP source: Heat hiring Caron Butler as assistant coach
MIAMI (AP) — A person with knowledge of the situation says Caron Butler is coming back to the Miami Heat, agreeing to begin his coaching career as an assistant on Erik Spoelstra’s staff.
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Udonis Haslem returning to Heat for 18th season
MIAMI (AP) — Udonis Haslem announced Friday that he’s returning for an 18th season with the Miami Heat, and left the door open for extending his career after that.
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AP source: Heat hiring Caron Butler as assistant coach
MIAMI (AP) — A person with knowledge of the situation says Caron Butler is coming back to the Miami Heat, agreeing to begin his coaching career as an assistant on Erik Spoelstra’s staff.
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Chris Paul, on upcoming NBA season: 'Nothing is perfect'
Chris Paul fully understands that these are imperfect times. And that means perfect solutions for issues that the NBA and its players are dealing with, he said, aren’t likely to be found.
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Chris Paul, on upcoming NBA season: 'Nothing is perfect'
Chris Paul fully understands that these are imperfect times. And that means perfect solutions for issues that the NBA and its players are dealing with, he said, aren’t likely to be found.
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It's done: The NBA comes back on Dec. 22, a 72-game season
It’s official: The NBA is coming back Dec. 22.
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It's done: The NBA comes back on Dec. 22, a 72-game season
It’s official: The NBA is coming back Dec. 22.
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After Hurricane Dorian, a layup helped the Bahamas rebuild
The newly rebuilt Tabernacle Baptist Church in Freeport, Bahamas, doesn’t see as many parishioners as it would in normal times, simply because coronavirus concerns keep a number of them from venturing too far from home. So these days, the church arranges delivery of groceries, care packages, health supplies and more …
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It's done: The NBA comes back on Dec. 22, a 72-game season
It’s official: The NBA is coming back Dec. 22.
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After Hurricane Dorian, a layup helped the Bahamas rebuild
The newly rebuilt Tabernacle Baptist Church in Freeport, Bahamas, doesn’t see as many parishioners as it would in normal times, simply because coronavirus concerns keep a number of them from venturing too far from home. So these days, the church arranges delivery of groceries, care packages, health supplies and more …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
NBA players approve plan to start season on Dec. 22
The National Basketball Players Association voted Thursday to support the notion of starting this coming season on Dec. 22, the date that the league has been targeting in its talks about how and when to get teams back on the floor for a planned 72-game season.
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NBA players approve plan to start season on Dec. 22
The National Basketball Players Association voted Thursday to support the notion of starting this coming season on Dec. 22, the date that the league has been targeting in its talks about how and when to get teams back on the floor for a planned 72-game season.
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NBA players approve plan to start season on Dec. 22
The National Basketball Players Association voted Thursday to support the notion of starting this coming season on Dec. 22, the date that the league has been targeting in its talks about how and when to get teams back on the floor for a planned 72-game season.
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Bye blues: No. 11 Miami looks to snap a trend at NC State
A week of rest is usually a good thing for a football team. In recent years, that has absolutely not been the case for the Miami Hurricanes.
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In virus era, bubbles provide game-changing lessons learned
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In virus era, bubbles provide game-changing lessons learned
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AP source: NBA players scheduling votes on next season plan
A person with knowledge of the situation says the NBA’s players are planning to vote on whether they would prefer to start the coming season in December or wait until January, with that decision expected before the league’s board of governors meets to potentially formalize some plans on Friday.
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AP source: NBA players scheduling votes on next season plan
A person with knowledge of the situation says the NBA’s players are planning to vote on whether they would prefer to start the coming season in December or wait until January, with that decision expected before the league’s board of governors meets to potentially formalize some plans on Friday.
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NBA, players extend deadline for opting out of CBA
The NBA and its players agreed Friday to extend the deadline for opting out of the Collective Bargaining Agreement by one week until Nov. 6, and talks will continue in the interim regarding the numerous issues that have to be decided before next season begins.
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NBA, players extend deadline for opting out of CBA
The NBA and its players agreed Friday to extend the deadline for opting out of the Collective Bargaining Agreement by one week until Nov. 6, and talks will continue in the interim regarding the numerous issues that have to be decided before next season begins.
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NBA, players extend deadline for opting out of CBA
The NBA and its players agreed Friday to extend the deadline for opting out of the Collective Bargaining Agreement by one week until Nov. 6, and talks will continue in the interim regarding the numerous issues that have to be decided before next season begins.
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Bethune-Cookman cancels all sports for 2020-21 seasons
Bethune-Cookman will not be participating in intercollegiate sports this coming winter or spring, announcing Tuesday that it has canceled all athletic events for the remainder of the academic year because of ongoing concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
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Bethune-Cookman cancels all sports for 2020-21 seasons
Bethune-Cookman will not be participating in intercollegiate sports this coming winter or spring, announcing Tuesday that it has canceled all athletic events for the remainder of the academic year because of ongoing concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
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Bethune-Cookman cancels all sports for 2020-21 seasons
Bethune-Cookman will not be participating in intercollegiate sports this coming winter or spring, announcing Tuesday that it has canceled all athletic events for the remainder of the academic year because of ongoing concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
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No. 11 Miami holds off Virginia 19-14, moves to 5-1
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Miami's coaching staff sent a clear message to its receivers this week by opening up what was a nine-player competition for three starting spots.
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No. 11 Miami holds off Virginia 19-14, moves to 5-1
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Miami's coaching staff sent a clear message to its receivers this week by opening up what was a nine-player competition for three starting spots.
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No. 11 Miami holds off Virginia 19-14, moves to 5-1
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Miami's coaching staff sent a clear message to its receivers this week by opening up what was a nine-player competition for three starting spots.
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No. 11 Miami holds off Virginia 19-14, moves to 5-1
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Miami's coaching staff sent a clear message to its receivers this week by opening up what was a nine-player competition for three starting spots.
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Riley talks Heat future, and plans for keeping core intact
MIAMI (AP) — Pat Riley is always looking around for ways to make the Miami Heat better. This offseason has him wondering if that improvement might come from within.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Questions abound as No. 11 Miami prepares for Virginia
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Virginia has questions at quarterback. Miami has questions at receiver.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
AP source: NBA targeting Dec. 22 as start to coming season
The NBA may be back before Christmas and fans could return to games at some point next season, if one plan considered by the league's board of governors becomes reality.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Riley talks Heat future, and plans for keeping core intact
MIAMI (AP) — Pat Riley is always looking around for ways to make the Miami Heat better. This offseason has him wondering if that improvement might come from within.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
AP source: NBA targeting Dec. 22 as start to coming season
The NBA may be back before Christmas and fans could return to games at some point next season, if one plan considered by the league's board of governors becomes reality.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Questions abound as No. 11 Miami prepares for Virginia
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Virginia has questions at quarterback. Miami has questions at receiver.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Questions abound as No. 11 Miami prepares for Virginia
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Virginia has questions at quarterback. Miami has questions at receiver.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
AP Interview: Lue wants to follow Rivers as voice for change
Tyronn Lue is ready to follow in Doc Rivers’ footsteps. That has nothing to do with coaching the Los Angeles Clippers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Stan Van Gundy agrees to become New Orleans Pelicans' coach
Stan Van Gundy is headed to the New Orleans Pelicans, where he'll take over a promising team that includes 2019 No. 1 overall draft pick Zion Williamson and reigning Most Improved Player Brandon Ingram.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
Stan Van Gundy agrees to become New Orleans Pelicans' coach
Stan Van Gundy is headed to the New Orleans Pelicans, where he'll take over a promising team that includes 2019 No. 1 overall draft pick Zion Williamson and reigning Most Improved Player Brandon Ingram.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
AP sources: Stan Van Gundy agrees to become next coach of New Orleans Pelicans
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — AP sources: Stan Van Gundy agrees to become next coach of New Orleans Pelicans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO
AP source: Tyronn Lue agrees to become next Clippers coach
Tyronn Lue has agreed to become the next coach of the Los Angeles Clippers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
AP source: Tyronn Lue agrees to become next Clippers coach
Tyronn Lue has agreed to become the next coach of the Los Angeles Clippers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
The NBA offseason begins, with 1 major question: Now what?
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The season’s first big development came with the Los Angeles Lakers on a long road trip, in a place with very restrictive rules. The season’s last big development came with the Lakers on a longer road trip, in a place with very restrictive rules.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
The NBA offseason begins, with 1 major question: Now what?
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The season’s first big development came with the Los Angeles Lakers on a long road trip, in a place with very restrictive rules. The season’s last big development came with the Lakers on a longer road trip, in a place with very restrictive rules.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
After surprise run to NBA Finals, the Heat future is bright
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Jimmy Butler and Goran Dragic had their arms slung over the other’s shoulders as they walked out of the arena following the final game of Miami’s season, helping each other in the most painful of moments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Analysis: LeBron James has done it again, and did it his way
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — He went to Miami and became a champion.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Finals notebook: Lakers tie Celtics for most NBA titles
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Move over, Boston Celtics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bubble Kings: Lakers run past Heat for 17th NBA championship
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The ultimate anguish. The ultimate joy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Analysis: LeBron James has done it again, and did it his way
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — He went to Miami and became a champion.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bubble Kings: Lakers run past Heat for 17th NBA championship
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The ultimate anguish. The ultimate joy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Finals notebook: Lakers tie Celtics for most NBA titles
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Move over, Boston Celtics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Finals notebook: Another LeBron record, Green gets threats
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Another game, another record for LeBron James.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lakers didn't like calls, but NBA says they were right ones
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The NBA said Saturday that two calls that sent Jimmy Butler to the line in the final minute of Game 5 of the NBA Finals held up in the league’s customary review of close games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
NBA Finals get intense, and Game 6 of Lakers-Heat looms
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The Lakers’ Anthony Davis and Miami’s Jae Crowder both ended up on the floor midway through the third quarter of Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Heat force Game 6, top Lakers to stave off elimination
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Jimmy Butler was slumped over a video board behind the baseline in the final seconds, exhausted, gasping for air.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
NBA returning to Chinese state television after 1-year ban
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The NBA is returning to Chinese state television after a one-year absence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Finals notebook: Around the world, fans are watching
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Miami coach Erik Spoelstra makes no effort to hide his excitement or appreciation when journalists from the Philippines join virtual news conferences to ask him questions during the NBA Finals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lakers didn't like calls, but NBA says they were right ones
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The NBA said Saturday that two calls that sent Jimmy Butler to the line in the final minute of Game 5 of the NBA Finals held up in the league’s customary review of close games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
NBA Finals get intense, and Game 6 of Lakers-Heat looms
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The Lakers’ Anthony Davis and Miami’s Jae Crowder both ended up on the floor midway through the third quarter of Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Finals notebook: Around the world, fans are watching
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Miami coach Erik Spoelstra makes no effort to hide his excitement or appreciation when journalists from the Philippines join virtual news conferences to ask him questions during the NBA Finals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Heat force Game 6, top Lakers to stave off elimination
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Jimmy Butler was slumped over a video board behind the baseline in the final seconds, exhausted, gasping for air.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
NBA returning to Chinese state television after 1-year ban
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The NBA is returning to Chinese state television after a one-year absence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
NBA shuttering facilities, as more teams face positive tests
The number of known coronavirus cases within the NBA doubled to 14 on Thursday, when Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics pleaded with people to take social distancing more seriously and the league ordered all teams to shutter their training facilities indefinitely.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Celebrities get virus tests, raising concerns of inequality
WASHINGTON (AP) — Celebrities, politicians and professional athletes faced a backlash this week as many revealed that they had been tested for the coronavirus, even when they didn’t have a fever or other tell-tale symptoms.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Celebrities get virus tests, raising concerns of inequality
WASHINGTON (AP) — Celebrities, politicians and professional athletes faced a backlash this week as many revealed that they had been tested for the coronavirus, even when they didn’t have a fever or other tell-tale symptoms.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
CDC's latest guidance could mean no sports for much longer
The already-delayed professional sports seasons in North America could be on hiatus for significantly longer than first planned after federal officials said Sunday that they recommend all in-person events involving 50 people or more be called off for the next eight weeks.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No fans, no work: Arena workers caught in sports shutdown
MIAMI (AP) — David Edelman can usually be found at a Denver Nuggets basketball game or a Colorado Rapids soccer game. As an usher, he interacts with fans in a role he calls a staple of his life.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No fans, no work: Arena workers caught in sports shutdown
MIAMI (AP) — David Edelman can usually be found at a Denver Nuggets basketball game or a Colorado Rapids soccer game. As an usher, he interacts with fans in a role he calls a staple of his life.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jazz stars Mitchell, Gobert test positive; Gobert apologizes
Donovan Mitchell of the Utah Jazz confirmed Thursday that he has tested positive for the coronavirus, saying that he is personally dealing with the pandemic that has temporarily shut down the NBA and other major sports leagues.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hornets top Heat 109-98, as NBA shutdown looms
MIAMI (AP) — Charlotte coach James Borrego thought it would be a rallying cry of sorts for the Hornets to not let the Miami Heat clinch a playoff spot on their watch.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS closing locker rooms amid virus scare
MIAMI (AP) — The NBA, NHL, Major League Baseball and Major League Soccer are closing access to locker rooms and clubhouses to all nonessential personnel, including media, in response to the coronavirus crisis, the leagues announced in a joint statement Monday night.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS closing locker rooms amid virus scare
MIAMI (AP) — The NBA, NHL, Major League Baseball and Major League Soccer are closing access to locker rooms and clubhouses to all nonessential personnel, including media, in response to the coronavirus crisis, the leagues announced in a joint statement Monday night.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virus may have US sports leagues cutting locker-room access
MIAMI (AP) — The NBA, NHL, Major League Baseball and Major League Soccer are all weighing plans to restrict access to locker rooms as a precaution to protect players from exposure to the coronavirus, as concern over the situation continued escalating Saturday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virus may have US sports leagues cutting locker-room access
MIAMI (AP) — The NBA, NHL, Major League Baseball and Major League Soccer are all weighing plans to restrict access to locker rooms as a precaution to protect players from exposure to the coronavirus, as concern over the situation continued escalating Saturday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virus forces Basketball Africa League to push back season
Concerns surrounding the coronavirus have forced the postponement of the inaugural Basketball Africa League season, which was to start later this month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NBA to players: Avoid high-fives as virus concern grows
MIAMI (AP) — The NBA has told players to avoid high-fiving fans and strangers and avoid taking any item for autographs, the league’s latest response in its ongoing monitoring of the coronavirus crisis that has spread to most corners of the planet.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Westbrook insists he won't change his style
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Celtics take control with win at Miami
MIAMI - A week ago, the Boston Celtics were too old.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
James' 32 lifts Heat past Boston
MIAMI - A big early Miami lead was wasted. Once the Heat took control again, they simply ran away from the Boston Celtics.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Heat get big-man help in Turiaf
CORAL GABLES, Fla. - Ronny Turiaf talked with Pat Riley and Erik Spoelstra, and got recruiting calls from LeBron James and Dwyane Wade.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
A call for Cortez?
Cortez Kennedy's home resembles a museum devoted to his football career.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Fueled by memory of loss, Heat eyeing a title run
MIAMI - To chronicle the first year of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh teaming up together, the television broadcasting side of the Miami Heat organization recently created a documentary about last season's quest for an NBA title.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
LeBron optimistic on NBA season
AKRON, Ohio - LeBron James stood before 360 third-graders on Monday, telling them their futures are bright.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 13 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
After finals failure, where do Heat go from here?
MIAMI - There were seven seconds left in the NBA season and the Dallas Mavericks were already beginning their championship celebration when LeBron James started slowly walking toward Dwyane Wade, his right hand outstretched.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 13 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Mav-elous!
MIAMI - For Dirk Nowitzki, the resume is complete. He's an NBA champion.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 13 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Heat strike first with Big 3, tenacious 'D'
MIAMI - Dwyane Wade's night began with a hug for his mom. It ended with an embrace from LeBron James.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 13 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bosh pours in 34, Heat take 2-1 lead
MIAMI - Chris Bosh missed his first three shots, and never worried.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 13 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Haters, rejoice!
MIAMI - When it comes to the Miami Heat, it almost seems like there's no choice between loving 'em or hating 'em.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 13 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
At long last
MIAMI - Before leaving for the airport Monday and catching the flight to Boston, Dwyane Wade had a conversation with the friend he calls Larry.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 14 YEARS AGO
Heat point job unsettled
MIAMI - LeBron James will play some point guard for the Miami Heat. So will Dwyane Wade, as he has throughout his NBA career. Mike Miller will likely do some ballhandling as well.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 14 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Heat trio only adding to Riley's already impressive legacy
MIAMI - Of Pat Riley's many rules, there was one he always held dearer than most: Don't mingle with the other side.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 14 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Stern says Miami's Big 3 acted within rights
NBA commissioner David Stern congratulated LeBron James on his decision. He just wishes it came without "The Decision."
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 14 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Shockey leaves a mark on Super Bowl this time
MIAMI - Jeremy Shockey wasn't sitting in a suite for this Super Bowl. Instead, he was a big part of the New Orleans Saints' sweetest victory.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 14 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Caldwell: Resting starters was right move
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Indianapolis coach Jim Caldwell has been asked plenty of times about his decision to rest some Colts down the stretch of the regular season and not focus on chasing a potentially perfect record.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 14 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Thomas to give 1st year salary back to FIU
MIAMI - Isiah Thomas sat in his new gym for an hour, at one point turning his gaze toward the Florida International players he'll now coach.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 15 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Thomas to give 1st year salary back to FIU
MIAMI - Isiah Thomas sat in his new gym for an hour, at one point turning his gaze toward the Florida International players he'll now coach.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 15 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Thomas to give 1st year salary back to FIU
MIAMI - Isiah Thomas sat in his new gym for an hour, at one point turning his gaze toward the Florida International players he'll now coach.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 15 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
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