Patrick Ewing on Boston Celtics great Larry Bird’s trash talking In the annals of NBA trash talkers, there have been few on the same level as Hall of Fame Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird. USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 11, 2023
Two significant All-Star snubs of Boston Celtics alumni The Boston Celtics have sent more than their fair share of players to the NBA's All-Star games over the years, but they have also seen their alumni get snubbed on more occasions than they would like to remember. USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 11, 2023
On this day: Former Boston coach Jim O’Brien, big man Tony Battie born On this day in Celtics history, former head coach Jim O'Brien and center Tony Battie were born. USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 11, 2023
Clippers’ title hopes take a seat for at least one more game in loss to Bucks LOS ANGELES — Around 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, as a little more than three hours remained until the NBA’s trade deadline, the Los Angeles Clippers didn’t have any trades close to happening, said Lawrence Frank, the team’s president of basketball operations. Los Angeles Times · Feb 11, 2023
Clutch Kyrie Irving leads Mavs past Kings’ late surge for another Luka Doncic-less win Most importantly for the clutch-weary free-throw-shooting Mavericks, he hit both of his foul shots, cushioning Dallas’ 122-114 victory and ensuring the Kings’ torrent fourth-quarter comeback attempt didn’t completely erase a once-24-point advantage. Tribune News Service · Feb 11, 2023
Butler saves night for Heat at buzzer, as dramatic 97-95 victory over Rockets extends home win streak to eight MIAMI — The Miami Heat went into Friday night having lost this season to three of the four worst teams in the NBA, teams so bad that they practically already have locked up the top seeds for the draft lottery. Tribune News Service · Feb 11, 2023
Strong fourth quarter powers Joel Embiid-led Sixers to 119-108 victory over Knicks PHILADELPHIA — Doc Rivers feels the NBA trade deadline is a relief for some players. The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 11, 2023
D'Angelo Russell is ready for his second chance with Lakers LOS ANGELES — D’Angelo Russell was a teenager when the Lakers drafted him second overall in the 2015 NBA draft, a 19-year-old still trying to find his way as a player and a teammate during a time when he had “some growing pains.” Los Angeles Times · Feb 11, 2023
Hornets GM Mitch Kupchak talks NBA trade deadline deals, Miles Bridges and more CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The whereabouts of the Charlotte Hornets general manager on Friday afternoon perfectly underscored the franchise’s current situation after the NBA trade deadline passed 24 hours earlier. Tribune News Service · Feb 11, 2023
Report: Two-way player Eugene Omoruyi converted to full-time NBA deal The signing opens up a two-way spot on the Thunder roster. USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 11, 2023
Suns lead way as teams retool for stretch run in the NBA's wild, wild West LOS ANGELES — Late Wednesday night, in the back hallways of Crypto.com Arena, there was a nervous energy as executives, staffers and players from the Dallas Mavericks and Clippers checked their phones while milling around in the aftermath of Dallas' victory. It was the last night before the NBA's noon… Los Angeles Times · Feb 10, 2023
Browns Owners Dee, Jimmy Haslam in Talks to Buy Stake in Bucks, per Report The Cleveland owners have reportedly been trying to get into the NBA recently. Sports Illustrated · Feb 10, 2023
Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox going to first NBA All-Star Game as injury replacement SACRAMENTO, Calif. — De’Aaron Fox’s coaches and teammates have been calling him an All-Star for weeks. Now, it’s official. Tribune News Service · Feb 10, 2023
Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards named to NBA All-Star Game as replacement pick MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Anthony Edwards will be an All-Star after all. Tribune News Service · Feb 10, 2023
Sports Illustrated · Feb 10, 2023 Anthony Edwards, De’Aaron Fox, Pascal Siakam Added to NBA All-Star Game The NBA announced the injury replacements for All Stars Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and Zion Williamson on Friday.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 10, 2023 Five Great Reads: secrets of happiness, swearing goes mainstream and the next pandemic warning signs Guardian Australia’s weekend wrap of essential reads from the past seven days, selected by Kris Swales
USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 10, 2023 Jimmy Haslam in ‘serious talks’ to become a co-owner of the Milwaukee Bucks The Haslam Sports Group may be extending into a third sport.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 10, 2023 Matisse Thybulle spray-painted his own mural as a heartfelt goodbye to Philadelphia Well this was a cool way to say goodbye.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 10, 2023 The NBA’s super team era took a break, but now it’s back with a vengeance in the Phoenix Suns The Superteam era is alive and well, contrary to popular belief
The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2023 Super Bowl Guide: Where to watch and who to watch Super Bowl 57 between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs is rapidly approaching
USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 10, 2023 Former Georgia Bulldog named as NBA All-Star Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards, a former Georgia Bulldog, has been named as an NBA All-Star.
The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2023 ‘Marine-style hazing’, poverty wages and lifelong injuries: The sad, secret life of cheerleaders Though it looks glamorous, the life of a professional cheerleader for the NFL or NBA is often demanding, dangerous and demeaning. Holly Baxter reports on the experiences of the lowest-paid people on the field
USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 10, 2023 Updated Houston Rockets draft pick assets, protections through 2029 With the 2023 NBA trade deadline in the books, here’s an updated look at where the #Rockets stand with future draft assets and protections through 2029.
Sports Illustrated · Feb 10, 2023 These X-Factor Players May Shape the National Title Race The ceiling of these men’s college hoops contenders could come down to a particular person.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 10, 2023 Rockets GM Rafael Stone explains Houston’s trade deadline moves In Friday’s press conference, #Rockets GM Rafael Stone shared his perspective on Houston’s trade deadline moves (Eric Gordon) and what comes next for the 2022-23 roster and beyond.