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Baby names: why we all choose the same ones

You might be one of those people who, since their own childhood, has curated lists of potential names for any children you might have. Or your interest in names might only have emerged because you’re actually expecting your first child. Suddenly, you’ve started noticing first names everywhere.

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Draymond Green claps back at LeBron James haters

After LeBron James put on a big performance at the Drew League, Draymond Green sent a message to his haters.

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Trolls Celtics Fans During Fallon Interview

The Lakers legend still enjoys the team’s 1985 win over Boston in the NBA Finals.

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The NBA Turns to Africa to Fuel Basketball’s Next Era of Growth

While you’re watching this week’s draft, the NBA is scouring the continent—and the new Basketball Africa League—for new talent.

Businessweek

Greg Cote: Curry’s 4th title, Finals MVP opens lane to still join MJ/LeBron in best-ever debate

MIAMI — Michael or LeBron? LeBron or Michael ... or Steph?

Miami Herald

NBA Finals MVPs: Jordan, LeBron, Magic and Every Award Winner

Here’s a look at the stars who shined brightest on the game’s biggest stage.

Sports Illustrated

On this date: Lakers win fourth NBA championship of 1980s vs. Celtics

The 1987 Lakers may have been the greatest NBA team ever, and they showed why by dominating Game 6 of the NBA Finals versus the Celtics.

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Review: Winning Time

The absurdly enjoyable TV drama shows how managers transformed the NBA in the 1980s.

Reason

On this date: Lakers finally beat Celtics to win NBA championship

After eight losses to the Celtics in the NBA Finals, the Lakers finally vanquished their hated rivals to win the 1985 world championship.

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As he turns 42, Heat’s Haslem deliberating 20th season, but rules out coaching with sights set on being team owner

MIAMI — The next step could further define the degree that Udonis Haslem’s NBA story becomes one for the ages.

Tribune News Service

What will season 2 of ‘Winning Time’ cover?

A glimpse into the main storylines that season 2 of the HBO series "Winning Time," an account of the 1980s "Showtime" Lakers, will cover.

USA Today Sports Media Group

On this date: Lakers make statement to Celtics in 1985 NBA Finals

In Game 3 of the 1985 NBA championship series, the Lakers blasted the Celtics and made it clear they were tougher than they were in '84.

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Wilt. Shaq. LeBron. Steph Curry? There's a New Definition of Dominance.

Thirteen years in, the Warriors legend is still forcing us to reconsider what an all-time great looks like.

Sports Illustrated

How Magic Johnson influenced LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and generations of NBA stars

Earvin 'Magic' Johnson, the Los Angeles Lakers legend, is considered one of the greatest players in NBA history whose style and combination revolutionised the sport

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On this date: Ralph Sampson sends Lakers home for summer

The Lakers failed the reach the NBA Finals in 1986 due to a painful loss in the Western Conference Finals to the Rockets.

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On this date: Rookie Magic Johnson carries Lakers to NBA title

In Game 6 of the 1980 NBA Finals, rookie Earvin Johnson had a performance that was, well, magical.

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On this date: Kareem scores 40 on sprained ankle in NBA Finals

In Game 5 of the 1980 NBA Finals, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar led the Lakers to victory with a truly dominant performance despite an injured ankle.

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Lakers are hoping for big event when LeBron James surpasses Kareem

The Lakers front office is hoping that if LeBron James becomes the NBA's all-time leading scorer in 2023, it will turn into a big bash.

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The Independent UK

Nikola Jokic captures 2nd straight NBA MVP title

Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic has earned a second straight NBA Most Valuable Player trophy to become the second consecutive international player to win two in a row

WEKU

NBA Hall of Famer Bob Lanier dies at 73

The eight-time All-Star, who muscled up beside the likes of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as one of the NBA's top players of the 1970s, died Tuesday. Lanier had worked for the league as a global ambassador.

Chicago Sun-Times

Bob Lanier, basketball Hall of Famer, dies at 73

Lanier played 14 seasons with the Detroit Pistons and Milwaukee Bucks and averaged 20.1 points and 10.1 rebounds for his career. He is third on the Pistons’ career list in both points and rebounds.

The Independent UK

Bob Lanier, NBA force who left big shoes to fill, dies at 73

Basketball big man Bob Lanier has died after a short illness

Chicago Tribune

Paul Sullivan: ‘Winning Time’ was great junk food TV. Now how about a series on the 2004 Chicago Cubs?

The day after the series finale of your favorite TV show is always difficult.

Sports Illustrated

SI:AM | The Yankees’ Long Winning Streak Was Finally Snapped

There’s a familiar face atop the standings.

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On this date: Kareem makes statement versus 76ers in NBA Finals

On May 4, 1980, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar sent the tone for the Lakers in their NBA Finals matchup versus the Philadelphia 76ers.

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