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Steve Kerr deems foul call that led to Warriors' loss to Rockets in NBA Cup 'unconscionable'
Read full article: Steve Kerr deems foul call that led to Warriors' loss to Rockets in NBA Cup 'unconscionable'Golden State coach Steve Kerr said a foul call against his team that led to a loss to Houston on Wednesday night in the NBA Cup was “unconscionable” and that an elementary school referee wouldn’t have made it.
Buddy Hield is traded to the Warriors from the 76ers, AP source says, as busy offseason continues
Read full article: Buddy Hield is traded to the Warriors from the 76ers, AP source says, as busy offseason continuesBuddy Hield played in 632 regular-season games and established himself as one of the top 3-point shooters in the NBA before he finally played a postseason game.
Klay Thompson is leaving the Warriors and will join the Mavericks, AP sources say
Read full article: Klay Thompson is leaving the Warriors and will join the Mavericks, AP sources sayKlay Thompson is moving on from the Golden State Warriors, with the four-time league champion agreeing to join the Western Conference champion Dallas Mavericks and change franchises for the first time in his 13-year NBA career, according to two people with knowledge of the decision.
Paul George, James Harden help Clippers even series with Mavs at 2-2 after blowing 31-point lead
Read full article: Paul George, James Harden help Clippers even series with Mavs at 2-2 after blowing 31-point leadPaul George and James Harden each scored 33 points while playing key fourth-quarter roles to help the Los Angeles Clippers hold on after blowing a 31-point lead and beat the Dallas Mavericks 116-111.
Luka Doncic and defensive-minded Mavs take a chippy 101-90 win over Clippers for 2-1 series lead
Read full article: Luka Doncic and defensive-minded Mavs take a chippy 101-90 win over Clippers for 2-1 series leadLuka Doncic had 22 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists, and the suddenly defensive-minded Dallas Mavericks took a chippy 101-90 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers for a 2-1 lead in their first-round series.
Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving lead Mavs over Clippers 96-93 to tie series as Kawhi Leonard returns
Read full article: Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving lead Mavs over Clippers 96-93 to tie series as Kawhi Leonard returnsLuka Doncic scored 32 points and the Dallas Mavericks overcame the return of Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard to beat Los Angeles 96-93 and tie their Western Conference first-round playoff series at a game apiece.
Harden and Zubac lead Leonard-less Clippers to 109-97 win over Doncic and Mavs in playoff opener
Read full article: Harden and Zubac lead Leonard-less Clippers to 109-97 win over Doncic and Mavs in playoff openerJames Harden scored 28 points, Ivica Zubac had a double-double and the Los Angeles Clippers defeated Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks 109-97 to win their playoff series opener.
Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert fined $100,000 for directing 'money sign' gesture toward referee
Read full article: Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert fined $100,000 for directing 'money sign' gesture toward refereeThe NBA has fined Minnesota center Rudy Gobert $100,000 two days after he implied that referee Scott Foster was not calling games fairly and further suggesting that gambling is having a detrimental impact on the outcome of games.
Bucks don't have Antetokounmpo but still beat Clippers 113-106 for 6th straight victory
Read full article: Bucks don't have Antetokounmpo but still beat Clippers 113-106 for 6th straight victoryDamian Lillard scored 41 points and the Milwaukee Bucks overcame the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo to rally past the Los Angeles Clippers 113-106 for their sixth straight victory.
LeBron scores 34 points, leads Lakers' rally from 21-point deficit in 116-112 win over Clippers
Read full article: LeBron scores 34 points, leads Lakers' rally from 21-point deficit in 116-112 win over ClippersLeBron James scored 34 points while the Los Angeles Lakers rallied back from a 21-point deficit for a dramatic 116-112 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
Towns, Edwards help Timberwolves rally in second half for 121-100 victory over Clippers
Read full article: Towns, Edwards help Timberwolves rally in second half for 121-100 victory over ClippersKarl-Anthony Towns scored 24 points, Anthony Edwards added 23 and the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away in the second half for a 121-100 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers in a matchup of two of the top teams in the Western Conference.
Kyrie Irving ready to leave turbulent times in Brooklyn behind and focus on future in Dallas
Read full article: Kyrie Irving ready to leave turbulent times in Brooklyn behind and focus on future in DallasKyrie Irving is ready to leave the turbulent times in Brooklyn behind and focus on his future in Dallas.
Westbrook reaches 25,000 career points and Leonard scores 33 to lead Clippers past Pistons 136-125
Read full article: Westbrook reaches 25,000 career points and Leonard scores 33 to lead Clippers past Pistons 136-125Russell Westbrook scored 23 points to become the 25th player in NBA history with 25,000 points, Kawhi Leonard had 21 of his 33 points in the first half and the Los Angeles Clippers put on an offensive show in a 136-125 win over the Detroit Pistons.
Kevin Durant scores 33 points in Brooklyn return, leads Suns to 136-120 victory over the Nets
Read full article: Kevin Durant scores 33 points in Brooklyn return, leads Suns to 136-120 victory over the NetsKevin Durant scored 33 points in his return to Brooklyn, leading the Phoenix Suns to a 136-120 victory over the Nets on Wednesday night.
LeBron James scores 25 points, Lakers hold off Clippers 106-103 to snap 4-game losing streak
Read full article: LeBron James scores 25 points, Lakers hold off Clippers 106-103 to snap 4-game losing streakThe Los Angeles Lakers snapped their four-game losing streak with a 106-103 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
Leonard reaches 13,000 career points in his return, Clippers beat Miami 121-104 for 3rd straight win
Read full article: Leonard reaches 13,000 career points in his return, Clippers beat Miami 121-104 for 3rd straight winKawhi Leonard scored 24 points in his return from injury, Paul George added 23 and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the short-handed Miami Heat 121-104 on Monday night for their third straight win.
James Harden scores his 25,000th point, leads streaking Clippers past slumping Warriors 121-113
Read full article: James Harden scores his 25,000th point, leads streaking Clippers past slumping Warriors 121-113James Harden scored his 25,000th career point in the Los Angeles Clippers' sixth straight victory.
Harden has 17 in debut, but Clippers fall to Knicks after starting their four stars together
Read full article: Harden has 17 in debut, but Clippers fall to Knicks after starting their four stars togetherJames Harden scored 17 points in his first game of the season, but the Los Angeles Clippers fell too far behind with a rough start to the fourth quarter and the New York Knicks beat them 111-97.
Joel Embiid says James Harden 'did a lot of great things' in Philly, but it's time to move on
Read full article: Joel Embiid says James Harden 'did a lot of great things' in Philly, but it's time to move onPhiladelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says former teammate James Harden accomplished some great things with the team but it was time to move on from the unhappy guard.
James Harden determined to fit in on Clippers' loaded roster after messy Philadelphia exit
Read full article: James Harden determined to fit in on Clippers' loaded roster after messy Philadelphia exitEven more than his stints in Brooklyn and Philadelphia, James Harden believes he has much more to prove in joining the Los Angeles Clippers.
Lakers hold off Clippers 130-125 in OT to snap an 11-game losing streak in the Los Angeles rivalry
Read full article: Lakers hold off Clippers 130-125 in OT to snap an 11-game losing streak in the Los Angeles rivalryThe Los Angeles Lakers snapped an 11-game losing streak against the Los Angeles Clippers with a 130-125 victory.
NBA looking into facts behind Harden's absence from 76ers' nationally televised opener in Milwaukee
Read full article: NBA looking into facts behind Harden's absence from 76ers' nationally televised opener in MilwaukeeThe Philadelphia 76ers went to Milwaukee without James Harden and the NBA wants to know why.
76ers tell James Harden to stay home ahead of season opener in Milwaukee
Read full article: 76ers tell James Harden to stay home ahead of season opener in MilwaukeeJames Harden and the Philadelphia 76ers added another wrinkle to their messy relationship when the team told the disgruntled guard to stay home instead of traveling for Thursday’s season opener against Milwaukee.
Doc Rivers on his future: 'Do I miss coaching? Let the season go on, and I’ll find that out'
Read full article: Doc Rivers on his future: 'Do I miss coaching? Let the season go on, and I’ll find that out'Doc Rivers is set to begin his second stint with ESPN as the network's NBA analyst, though he says he doesn't know how long he will remain in the position.
Things to know about the NBA season: Lots of money, lots of talent, lots of stats
Read full article: Things to know about the NBA season: Lots of money, lots of talent, lots of statsNBA teams currently have about $4.8 billion in salary committed to players for this season, meaning the average per team is around $160 million.
James Harden skips 76ers practice, leaving coach Nick Nurse unsure of what comes next
Read full article: James Harden skips 76ers practice, leaving coach Nick Nurse unsure of what comes nextPhiladelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse said he had no explanation for why James Harden skipped practice Wednesday but planned to proceed as if the disgruntled guard will play in the preseason finale.
76ers star James Harden says he has 'lost trust' in Daryl Morey, front office
Read full article: 76ers star James Harden says he has 'lost trust' in Daryl Morey, front officePhiladelphia 76ers star James Harden remained steadfast that his fractured relationship with the front office can’t be repaired.
Sixers wrap up camp in Colorado with Harden situation still up in air heading into preseason play
Read full article: Sixers wrap up camp in Colorado with Harden situation still up in air heading into preseason playThe Philadelphia 76ers are tuning out the noise around disgruntled guard James Harden and his trade demand.
James Harden returns to Philadelphia 76ers' training camp despite trade request
Read full article: James Harden returns to Philadelphia 76ers' training camp despite trade requestJames Harden returned to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, with the disgruntled guard who had been seeking a trade back at training camp as an active participant.
Disgruntled Harden no-show at 76ers' media day, training camp status unclear after trade demand
Read full article: Disgruntled Harden no-show at 76ers' media day, training camp status unclear after trade demandJames Harden skipped the Philadelphia 76ers’ media day and his status for training camp this week in Colorado is unclear because the franchise has yet to meet the disgruntled guard’s demand for a trade.
NBA investigating reasons behind Harden calling 76ers president Morey a liar, AP source says
Read full article: NBA investigating reasons behind Harden calling 76ers president Morey a liar, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the details says the NBA is investigating the reasons behind James Harden calling Philadelphia 76ers president Daryl Morey a liar.
James Harden calls 76ers President Daryl Morey a liar and says he won't play for his team
Read full article: James Harden calls 76ers President Daryl Morey a liar and says he won't play for his teamJames Harden appears determined to sever ties with the Philadelphia 76ers after the star guard called team President Daryl Morey a liar at a promotional event at China.
James Harden picks up $35.6 million option with the 76ers, AP source says
Read full article: James Harden picks up $35.6 million option with the 76ers, AP source saysJames Harden picked up his $35.6 million contract option for next season with the Philadelphia 76ers, with the franchise exploring trades to move the veteran scorer, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press.
Harden makes winning 3 in OT, 76ers tie series with Celtics
Read full article: Harden makes winning 3 in OT, 76ers tie series with CelticsJames Harden hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 18 seconds left in overtime and scored 42 points to help the Philadelphia 76ers stave off a wild Boston Celtics comeback in a 116-115 victory on Sunday that evened their playoff series at 2-2.
Tatum, Brown spark Celtics past 76ers 114-102 in Game 3
Read full article: Tatum, Brown spark Celtics past 76ers 114-102 in Game 3Jayson Tatum scored 27 points, Jaylen Brown had 23 and the Boston Celtics spoiled Joel Embiid’s MVP coronation, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 114-102 Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal series.
Harden scores 45, hits late 3 as 76ers down Celtics 119-115
Read full article: Harden scores 45, hits late 3 as 76ers down Celtics 119-115James Harden matched his playoff career high with 45 points and hit a go-ahead, step-back 3-pointer over Al Horford with 8.7 seconds left as the Philadelphia 76ers rallied without Joel Embiid to beat the Boston Celtics 119-115 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal.
Embiid gets late block as Maxey, 76ers take 3-0 lead on Nets
Read full article: Embiid gets late block as Maxey, 76ers take 3-0 lead on NetsJoel Embiid, limping throughout the game and perhaps lucky not to have been ejected for kicking a Nets player in the groin area, blocked a potential tying basket with 8.8 seconds left and the Philadelphia 76ers beat Brooklyn 102-97 to take a 3-0 lead in the first-round series.
Harden ejected, but not Embiid for groin-area shots to Nets
Read full article: Harden ejected, but not Embiid for groin-area shots to NetsJames Harden was thrown out for hitting a Brooklyn player in the groin area, after teammate Joel Embiid dodged an ejection for a kick near the same spot of another player Thursday night in Philadelphia’s 102-97 victory in Game 3.
Maxey, Embiid, Harris power 76ers to 96-84 win over Nets
Read full article: Maxey, Embiid, Harris power 76ers to 96-84 win over NetsTyrese Maxey scored 33 points, Joel Embiid and Tobias Harris had 20 apiece, and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Brooklyn Nets 96-84 to take a 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference playoff series.
Harden scores 23 as 76ers cruise past Nets 121-101 in Game 1
Read full article: Harden scores 23 as 76ers cruise past Nets 121-101 in Game 1James Harden hit seven 3-pointers and had 23 points and 13 assists, NBA MVP finalist Joel Embiid scored 26 points and the Philadelphia 76ers pushed back Mikal Bridges and the Brooklyn Nets in a 121-101 Game 1 victory.
Warriors set NBA record with 55-point 1st quarter in rout
Read full article: Warriors set NBA record with 55-point 1st quarter in routThe Golden State Warriors set an NBA record by scoring 55 points in the first quarter on their way to a 157-101 rout of the Portland Trail Blazers in their regular-season finale to secure the sixth seed in the Western Conference.
Doncic scores 42, Irving 40 as Mavs outlast 76ers 133-126
Read full article: Doncic scores 42, Irving 40 as Mavs outlast 76ers 133-126Luka Doncic scored 42 points, Kyrie Irving added 40 and the new All-Star pairing sparkled throughout the Dallas Mavericks’ 133-126 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Harden not surprised Durant, Irving fled Nets' 'dysfunction'
Read full article: Harden not surprised Durant, Irving fled Nets' 'dysfunction'James Harden isn’t surprised Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving wanted out of Brooklyn, having tired quickly of the “dysfunction” he saw in his brief time with the Nets and asking out.
Philadelphia, Kansas City reveling in golden eras in sports
Read full article: Philadelphia, Kansas City reveling in golden eras in sportsThe Phillies went to the World Series and the Eagles are playing in the Super Bowl, while the 76ers feature stars such as Joel Embiid and James Harden and are near the top of their division.
Butler, Heat set NBA free throw record, beat OKC 112-111
Read full article: Butler, Heat set NBA free throw record, beat OKC 112-111Jimmy Butler’s three-point play with 12.9 seconds left capped an NBA-record performance by the Miami Heat and gave them a 112-111 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night.
Embiid has triple-double in 76ers' road victory over Thunder
Read full article: Embiid has triple-double in 76ers' road victory over ThunderJoel Embid had 16 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for his fifth career triple-double and the Philadelphia 76ers never trailed in beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 115-96 on Saturday night.
Embiid, Harden help 76ers blow by Knicks to win 8th straight
Read full article: Embiid, Harden help 76ers blow by Knicks to win 8th straightJoel Embiid scored 35 points, James Harden had 29 points and 13 assists and the Philadelphia 76ers blew by the New York Knicks in the final quarter, extending their winning streak to eight games with a 119-112 victory.
Timberwolves hang on, top undermanned 76ers 112-109
Read full article: Timberwolves hang on, top undermanned 76ers 112-109Anthony Edwards scored 25 points, D’Angelo Russell had 19 and the Minnesota Timberwolves survived a late scare and won their third straight game, 112-109 over the undermanned Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night.
Joel Embiid, short-handed 76ers rally to beat Bucks 110-102
Read full article: Joel Embiid, short-handed 76ers rally to beat Bucks 110-102Joel Embiid had 32 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists and the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers overcame a 13-point deficit to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 110-102 on Friday night.
Nash hopeful Nets' Simmons regains 'joy of playing the game'
Read full article: Nash hopeful Nets' Simmons regains 'joy of playing the game'Brooklyn Nets coach Steve Nash says he wants to see Ben Simmons regain “that joy of playing the game” as the three-time All-Star tries to bounce back after missing all of last season.
Hurts, so good! Eagles QB dominant in 24-7 win over Vikings
Read full article: Hurts, so good! Eagles QB dominant in 24-7 win over VikingsJalen Hurts threw for 333 yards and a touchdown and he ran for 57 yards and two more scores to lead the Philadelphia Eagles to a 24-7 win over the Minnesota Vikings.
AP source: Harden, 76ers agree on 2-year, $68 million deal
Read full article: AP source: Harden, 76ers agree on 2-year, $68 million dealJames Harden has agreed to terms on a two-year contract to stay with the Philadelphia 76ers and will make about $14.5 million less this coming season than he could have earned under his previous deal, a person with knowledge of the negotiations said Wednesday.
Healthy James Harden vows return to 'top of my game'
Read full article: Healthy James Harden vows return to 'top of my game'James Harden is vowing a return to his high-scoring form after battling a lingering hamstring injury that created rare doubt for the three-time NBA scoring champion over the last two seasons.