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‘Drugs were everywhere’: the rise and fall of the NBA’s cocaine era

Recreational drug use boomed in the 1980s and basketball was far from immune. The trend ended careers as the NBA clamped down

The Guardian - US

‘That Lasts a Lifetime’: 50 Years Later, ACC Tournament Final Masterpiece Remains Poignant for Those Involved

NC State and Maryland played one of the greatest men’s college basketball games ever on March 9, 1974, in an era before conferences received multiple bids to the NCAA tournament.

Sports Illustrated

The Rockets must reap what they’ve sown and waive (not trade) Kevin Porter Jr. after his arrest

The Rockets ignored so many red flags about Kevin Porter Jr.

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Every Golden State Warriors player who’s had 20 assists in a game

A list of every Golden State Warriors player to record 20 assists in a game during their time with the team.

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Rockets move longtime assistant coach John Lucas into front office

After working for years as a #Rockets coach, John Lucas (@JLEnterprises) is transitioning to Houston’s front office as an assistant to general manager Rafael Stone.

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Ime Udoka pleased by Rockets’ offseason progress, assistant coaching search

“I had to wait and be patient on some things,” Ime Udoka says of Houston's assistant coaching search. “I talked to a lot of high-level candidates. We have some commitments.” #Rockets

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New Rockets coach Ime Udoka throws out first pitch for Astros

New #Rockets coach Ime Udoka threw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to Thursday’s Astros game, and he shed some light on his first few weeks on the job in Houston.

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Jabari Smith Jr. credits Rockets assistant John Lucas with important rookie advice

“He reminded me to look at other people’s rookie seasons, and to stop putting so much pressure on myself,” Jabari Smith Jr. says of important advice by #Rockets assistant John Lucas.

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Report: John Lucas, Mahmoud Abdelfettah, Boston’s Ben Sullivan among assistant candidates

Recent #Rockets assistants John Lucas and Mahmoud Abdelfettah, along with Boston’s Ben Sullivan, are reportedly options for Ime Udoka’s new staff in Houston.

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9 people dead after Blackhawk military helicopters crash in Western Kentucky

Nine U.S. military members have died after a crash involving two military helicopters in Western Kentucky Wednesday, according to officials with the military.

Tribune News Service

Detroit Mercy's Davis nears Maravich's NCAA scoring record

Antoine Davis has a shot at history

The Independent UK

Report: Rockets tweaking Jalen Green’s jump shot to reduce leg use

Per Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle, #Rockets assistant coach John Lucas is working with Jalen Green to tweak the mechanics of his jump shot.

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$362k fence in national park doesn’t keep cattle out of water

Cattle grazing in a national park are found wading through a waterway

Newsroom.co.nz

'Vicious' Scots thugs attacked dad seen carrying child with machete in broad daylight

Stuart Jess and John Lucas were originally charged with attempting to murder their victim, 35-year-old Marc Webley.

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Men jailed after horror Edinburgh machete attack which left dad scarred for life

John Lucas and Stuart Jess were handed lengthy sentences following the horror attack on 35-year-old Marc Webley in March 2021. Both men approached Webley and repeatedly struck him on the head and body.

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‘We needed something’: Frustration boils over for Rockets, ejected head coach Stephen Silas

“I don't necessarily think me being off the floor makes us play better, but we needed something,” #Rockets coach Stephen Silas said after his early ejection in a tough loss at New Orleans.

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Rockets coach John Lucas loves clutch scoring, impeccable defense by Jalen Green

“I think Jalen had one of his finest games,” John Lucas says of Jalen Green. “He made his free throws. He attacked. What is even funnier was that his defense was impeccable.” #Rockets

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Led by John Lucas and playing for Stephen Silas, Rockets emphasize defense, accountability in win

“We had a really good day of practice,” John Lucas said after Houston's big win over Milwaukee. “We talked about accountability, being professional, and starting to grow up.”

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‘That was for coach’: Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr. will Rockets past Bucks

With Stephen Silas out after his father’s death, Jalen Green (on offense) and Jabari Smith Jr. (on defense) led an inspired #Rockets effort in an emotional, feel-good win over Milwaukee.

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Stephen Silas taking time away from Rockets after death of father, Paul Silas

John Lucas appears set to lead the #Rockets as head coach for at least one game after the death of Paul Silas, father of Houston’s Stephen Silas.

Daily Record

Two men caged after 'vicious' machete attack on father carrying his child

John Lucas and Stuart Jess were locked up after the shocking incident in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh dad attacked by men with machete after carrying child on his shoulders

John Lucas and Stuart Jess targeted Marc Webley in the sickening assault which left the victim in a state of shock and with large gaping wounds that scarred him form life.

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Rockets working to better integrate Alperen Sengun with starters

Rockets center Alperen Sengun struggled in Monday’s preseason loss at Miami, and John Lucas and Stephen Silas outlined the challenges in adjusting to his new role alongside starters.

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John Lucas leading Jalen Green, Rockets with honesty, tough love

“To (whom) much is given, much is expected,” John Lucas says of talented second-year prospect Jalen Green. “I very rarely give Jalen compliments, because I expect so much from him.”

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John Lucas on Rockets rookie Tari Eason: ‘Better Dennis Rodman’

John Lucas on #Rockets rookie Tari Eason: “He is a prime example of a better Dennis Rodman. You don’t have to run plays for him.” Jalen Green adds: “He’s a dog.”

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