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Wade, Bosh power Heat past hapless Wizards

Associated Press — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 12:29:48 +0000

Dwyane Wade scored 26 points, Chris Bosh had 24 points and 11 rebounds, and LeBron James tallied 18 points and nine assists and the Miami Heat topped the Washington Wizards 106-89 Friday night.

HS coach knew ‘Linsanity’ would catch on

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 09:34:31 +0000

Jeremy’s HS coach knew — he bought Linsanity.com domain!

Lin outshines Kobe, continues to wow

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 09:21:16 +0000

Lin makes Kobe, Lakers latest victims during his improbable run.

Lin scores career-high 38 as Knicks top Lakers

ESPN.com news services — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:04:31 +0000

Jeremy Lin had the most astounding performance of his remarkable week, scoring a career-high 38 points and outdueling Kobe Bryant as the New York Knicks held off the Los Angeles Lakers 92-85 on Friday night.

Westbrook scores 28 as Thunder outlast Jazz

Associated Press — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 07:36:27 +0000

Russell Westbrook scored 28 points and Kevin Durant had 19 points to help the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Utah Jazz 101-87 on Friday night.

Westbrook scores 28 as Thunder topple Jazz

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:30:00 +0000

Russell Westbrook scored 28 points and Kevin Durant had 19 points to help the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Utah Jazz 101-87 on Friday night.

Nowitzki, Mavs edge Wolves in Love’s return

Associated Press — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:35:37 +0000

Dirk Nowitzki welcomed Kevin Love back from his two-game suspension with a season-high 33 points and helping the Dallas Mavericks stave off a Minnesota rally with 104-97 victory over the Timberwolves on Friday.

Trail Blazers send Hornets to 8th straight loss

Associated Press — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:10:08 +0000

Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 31 points, and the Portland Trail Blazers snapped a two-game skid while handing New Orleans its eighth straight loss, 94-86 on Friday night.

Paul’s fadeaway jumper lifts Clips over Sixers

Associated Press — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:57:03 +0000

Chris Paul had 24 points, including the game-winning 17-footer with 3.2 seconds left, Blake Griffin added 16 points and 11 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 78-77 on Friday.

Bucks rally in OT past Cavs, who lose Varejao

Associated Press — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:48:50 +0000

Brandon Jennings scored 24 points and made a big layup in overtime as the Milwaukee Bucks rallied for a 113-112 win Friday night over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Johnson reacts after Hawks edge Magic

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Monroe, Pistons rout Nets for 4th straight win

Associated Press — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:30:37 +0000

Greg Monroe had 18 points and 11 rebounds, and the Detroit Pistons routed the New Jersey Nets 109-92 Friday night for their fourth straight victory.

DeRozan leads Raptors to rare win vs. Celts

Associated Press — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:24:06 +0000

DeMar DeRozan scored 21 points, Jose Calderon had 17 points and 14 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors beat Boston 86-74 on Friday for their third win in the past 20 meetings with the Celtics.

Free throws allow Hawks to slip by Magic in OT

Associated Press — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:19:37 +0000

Josh Smith had 23 points and 19 rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks hit enough free throws late in overtime to slip past the Orlando Magic 89-87 Friday night.

Lin continues tear as Knicks beat Lakers

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:57:00 +0000

Nowitzki collects season-high 33 for Mavericks

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:49:00 +0000

Dirk Nowitzki welcomed Kevin Love back from his two-game suspension with a season-high 33 points, winning the matchup of Western Conference All-Star power forwards and helping the Dallas Mavericks stave off a Minnesota rally with 104-97 victory over the Timberwolves on Friday.

Noah catapults Rose-less Bulls by Bobcats

Associated Press — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:42:25 +0000

Joakim Noah had 17 points and 14 rebounds, Carlos Boozer scored 16 points and the Chicago Bulls throttled the Charlotte Bobcats 95-64 Friday night despite the absence of reigning MVP Derrick Rose.

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Smith leads Hawks past Magic in OT

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:10:20 +0000

Josh Smith had 23 points and 19 rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks
hit enough free throws late in overtime to slip past the Orlando
Magic 89-87 Friday night.

Smith’s big game leads Hawks over Magic in OT

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:02:00 +0000

Josh Smith had 23 points and 19 rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks hit enough free throws late in overtime to slip past the Orlando Magic 89-87 Friday night.

Hornets’ Jack (knee) expected to miss a week

Associated Press — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:48:16 +0000

The Hornets say starting point guard Jarrett Jack is expected to be out at least a week because of soreness in his left knee.

Nowitzki, Pierce headline NBA All-Star reserves

Associated Press — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:52:13 +0000

Dirk Nowitzki and Paul Pierce overcame slow starts to return to the All-Star Game, but the lengthy runs of Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan are over.

Spurs’ Ginobili to return Saturday against Nets

Associated Press — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:51:35 +0000

Manu Ginobili will return to the San Antonio Spurs’ lineup Saturday in New Jersey after missing more than a month with a broken left hand.

Broussard: Is Jeremy Lin for real?

Chris Broussard — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:09:22 +0000

Is the Knicks PG just a product of D’Antoni’s system? League experts weigh in.

Lin captivates as anti-superstar

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:06:17 +0000

Harvard grad Lin is feel-good phenomenon the NBA has long been
missing.

Paul, Griffin help Clippers edge 76ers

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:56:14 +0000

Chris Paul had 24 points, including the game-winning 17-footer
with 3.2 seconds left, Blake Griffin added 16 points and 11
rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Philadelphia
76ers 78-77 on Friday.

Is Jennings eager to depart Bucks?

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:32:16 +0000

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Cavs Irving to sit with concussion

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:36:55 +0000

Cavaliers rookie Kyrie Irving will miss Cleveland’s next two
home games with a concussion.

Report: Knicks’ Lin looking for new digs

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:03:25 +0000

Breakout Knicks star Jeremy Lin, who currently sleeps on his
brother’s couch on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, is looking for more
permanent digs, sources said.

Bucks’ Jennings looking into big-market teams

Chris Broussard — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:33:02 +0000

Brandon Jennings, the Milwaukee Bucks’ leading scorer, told ESPN.com Thursday he will strongly consider leaving Milwaukee for one of the league’s larger markets once his rookie contract ends.

Kobe not caught up in Lin-sanity

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:17:41 +0000

Knicks fans’ hysteria at the Friday night showdown between Kobe
Bryant and Jeremy Lin at Madison Square Garden apparently had yet
to reach the Lakers star in Boston.

Rockets’ Lowry charged with battery in Vegas

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 19:17:24 +0000

Houston Rockets guard Kyle Lowry is facing a misdemeanor battery charge amid accusations that he threw a basketball at a referee and threatened her during a game at a Las Vegas training gym.

Thorpe: Rookies’ to-do lists

David Thorpe — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:54:51 +0000

What do top rookies need to work on? David Thorpe offers up some advice.

Thorpe: Rookies’ to-do lists

David Thorpe — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:54:51 +0000

What do top rookies need to work on? David Thorpe offers up some advice.

Thorpe: Rookies’ to-do lists

David Thorpe — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:54:51 +0000

What do top rookies need to work on? David Thorpe offers up some advice.

Bulls’ Rose (elbow) to face Magic; Hamilton iffy

Nick Friedell — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:24:44 +0000

Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose, who fell on his left elbow Wednesday, will play Friday night against the Orlando Magic.

Hamstring shelves Bobcats’ Maggette 2-4 weeks

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:16:57 +0000

Bobcats coach Paul Silas says forward Corey Maggette will miss 2-4 weeks with a strained left hamstring.

Hornets’ Gordon out 2-3 weeks with sore knee

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:57:19 +0000

Hornets guard Eric Gordon will miss two to three weeks because of a sore right knee.

Daily Dime: Heat win without LeBron, D-Wade

John Hollinger — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:42:43 +0000

Chris Bosh and Mario Chalmers stepped up in a major way with LeBron and D-Wade out.

Wallace sparks key run as Blazers best Lakers

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:18:15 +0000

Gerald Wallace had 31 points and sparked a key third-quarter run to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a fast-paced 107-96 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night.

Miami Heat beat Atlanta Hawks, and Chris Bosh does it without LeBron James or Dwyane Wade

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 07:46:41 +0000

And Miami reminds it can gut out wins even without LeBron, Wade.

Spurs limit Dirk to 6 points during rout of Mavs

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 07:39:23 +0000

Matt Bonner scored 17 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 93-71 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night.

Evans, Kings stun Bucks with furious comeback

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:56:56 +0000

Tyreke Evans made four free throws in the final minute to finish with 26 points, and Sacramento overcame a 21-point halftime deficit to stun the Milwaukee Bucks 103-100 on Thursday night hours after the Kings fired coach Paul Westphal.

Kings edge Bucks after firing coach

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:52:13 +0000

As the buzzer sounded and the home crowd roared, DeMarcus
Cousins sought out Keith Smart and bear-hugged the new Sacramento
Kings coach in a warm embrace.

Blazers too much for Lakers to handle

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:40:11 +0000

Bynum, Bryant unable to slow down surging Portland.

Wallace scores 31, Trail Blazers race past Lakers

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:40:00 +0000

Gerald Wallace had 31 points and sparked a key third-quarter run to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a fast-paced 107-96 victory against the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night.

Bosh, Heat outlast Hawks in triple overtime

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:25:27 +0000

Chris Bosh scored 33 points and the Miami Heat, playing without injured stars LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, beat the Atlanta Hawks 116-109 in triple overtime on Thursday night.

NBA’s slow-starting Kings fire coach Westphal

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:24:27 +0000

If the Sacramento Kings stood any chance at success this season, Paul Westphal had to find a way to control talented but volatile center DeMarcus Cousins.

Down 21 at halftime, Kings rally past Bucks

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:59:00 +0000

Ainge insists Celts weren’t trying to trade Rondo

ESPNBoston.com — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:57:44 +0000

Danny Ainge told WEEI that he was not trying to trade Rajon Rondo this offseason.

Spurs rout Mavericks; Kidd injured

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:32:15 +0000

Anyone seeking the negative effects of the NBA’s compressed
season should look no further than Dirk Nowitzki’s performance
against the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday night.

Without stars, Heat top Hawks in 3 OTs

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:07:00 +0000

Chris Bosh scored 33 points and the Miami Heat, playing without injured stars LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, beat the Atlanta Hawks 116-109 in triple-overtime on Thursday night.

Source: Kobe gets pregame shots for hurt wrist

Dave McMenamin — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:00:35 +0000

Lakers guard Kobe Bryant is receiving a shot in his right wrist prior to games in order to numb the pain caused by his torn lunotriquetral ligament, according to a team source.

Kings’ Hayes dislocates shoulder against Bucks

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 04:28:00 +0000

Sacramento Kings big man Chuck Hayes has dislocated his left shoulder and will be out indefinitely.

Spurs hold Dirk to 6 points, clamp down on Mavs

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 04:19:00 +0000

Matt Bonner scored 17 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 93-71 victory against the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night.

Mavs’ Kidd leaves Spurs game with back injury

Jeff Caplan — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 04:02:35 +0000

Dallas Mavericks point guard Jason Kidd left late in the first quarter after injuring his back against the San Antonio Spurs.

Veteran Battier, rookie Cole key complementary pieces for Heat

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 03:05:00 +0000

Forget the Big Three, meet The New Two for the Heat: Shane Battier and Norris Cole. Greg Stoda says they are still adjusting, but are the ‘glue guy’ and the ‘kick’ to go with Miami’s returning core.

NBA coaches usually lose feuds with players

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 02:41:46 +0000

When an NBA coach feuds with a player, guess who loses his job?

NBA’s slow-starting Kings fire coach Westphal

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 02:15:54 +0000

If the Sacramento Kings stood any chance at success this season, Paul Westphal had to find a way to control talented but volatile center DeMarcus Cousins.

Heat’s James, Wade both sit out against Hawks

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 01:39:29 +0000

Heat stars LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, each slowed by injuries, were held out of Thursday night’s game against the Atlanta Hawks.

Big Baby will adjust after Van Gundy’s criticism

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 01:09:02 +0000

When the Orlando Magic traded for Glen “Big Baby” Davis they were looking to not only help out center Dwight Howard but acquire a player from a winning culture in Boston.

Big Baby will adjust after Van Gundy’s criticism

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 01:09:02 +0000

When the Orlando Magic traded for Glen “Big Baby” Davis they were looking to not only help out center Dwight Howard but acquire a player from a winning culture in Boston.

Heat try to avenge only loss

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 01:08:11 +0000

Big 3 down two as LeBron, Wade sit.

Heat’s James, Wade not in lineup vs. Hawks

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 01:07:13 +0000

Heat stars LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, each slowed by injuries, were not in Miami’s starting lineup for Thursday night’s game against the Atlanta Hawks.

LeBron, Wade held out against Hawks

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:40:13 +0000

Heat stars LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, each slowed by
injuries, were not in Miami’s starting lineup for Thursday night’s
game against the Atlanta Hawks.

Winless Wizards opt for players-only meeting

Associated Press — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:04:04 +0000

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Heat outlast Hawks in triple overtime

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:02:21 +0000

With LeBron and Wade out, Bosh carries Miami to win.

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5-on-5: What next for Sacramento Kings?

ESPN.com and the ESPN.com Network — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 23:27:34 +0000

5-on-5: Our writers weigh in on the firing of Paul Westphal and the future of the club

5-on-5: What next for Sacramento Kings?

ESPN.com and the ESPN.com Network — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 23:27:34 +0000

5-on-5: Our writers weigh in on the firing of Paul Westphal and the future of the club

Wizards hold players-only meeting to address club’s first 0-6 start

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:58:00 +0000

Maurice Evans says the winless Washington Wizards have a sense of entitlement like he’s never seen before. The veteran called a players’-only meeting Thursday to address leadership issues on the only NBA team without a victory.

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Wizards hold players-only meeting to address club’s first 0-6 start

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Bucks’ Bogut leaves team for personal reasons

Associated Press — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:34:26 +0000

Andrew Bogut left the Milwaukee Bucks for undisclosed personal reasons and missed Tuesday night’s game against the Utah Jazz.

Spurs’ Ginobili likely out 2 months after surgery

Associated Press — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:34:02 +0000

Spurs guard Manu Ginobili will have surgery on his broken left hand and is expected to be out at least two months after his latest injury.

Grizzlies’ Randolph out 6-8 weeks with torn MCL

Associated Press — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:32:53 +0000

The Memphis Grizzlies were the surprise of the NBA last summer, riding Zach Randolph’s broad shoulders to within one win of the Western Conference finals.

Mavs PG Jason Kidd injures back

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:52:11 +0000

Dallas Mavericks point guard Jason Kidd sustained a lower back
injury Thursday night in a game against the San Antonio Spurs.

Davis vows to take coach’s words to heart, adjust to Magic’s scheme

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:22:00 +0000

Magic forward Glen Davis says he’ll keep working to adjust his game to fit into a more defensive and rebounding role the coaching staff wants him to fill.

Samardo Samuels misses game vs. Raptors because he lost passport

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:45:11 +0000

Samardo Samuels misses game vs. Raptors because he lost passport

Postups: How will the Dwight Howard saga end in Orlando?

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:34:00 +0000

Will it be New Jersey? L.A.? Dallas? Or staying in Orlando? The Dwight Howard soap opera sounds like a rerun, but Ken Berger says the new CBA rules could produce a surprise ending. Also unclear: How the Knicks’ mess gets sorted out.

Postups: How will the Dwight Howard saga end in Orlando?

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:34:00 +0000

Kings fire Westphal after 2-5 start

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:01:35 +0000

The Sacramento Kings fired Paul Westphal Thursday after a public
feud between the coach and young center DeMarcus Cousins.

Video: Who looks like a playoff contender?

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:20:26 +0000

Blazers have firepower to make playoff push.

LeBron hobbled as Heat rip Pacers minus Wade

Associated Press — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:57:05 +0000

LeBron James had 33 points and 13 assists, Chris Bosh added 22 points and the Miami Heat hardly missed Dwyane Wade in a 118-83 rout of the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night.

Daily Dime: The Knicks stumbling, in need of direction

Jared Zwerling — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:42:52 +0000

The Knicks losing to the Raps and Bobcats is not the way to start a season.

Mavericks’ Cuban blasts league for no D.C. trip

Jeff Caplan — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:20:01 +0000

The NBA didn’t do it so Mavericks owner Mark Cuban took scheduling the traditional championship trip to the White House into his own hands.

Despite D-Wade’s absence, Heat dominate Pacers

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:56:17 +0000

D-Wade’s disappearance doesn’t deter dynamic duo’s defensive
dominance.

Clippers’ supporting cast helps rout Rockets

Associated Press — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:53:08 +0000

Blake Griffin had 22 points and nine assists before sitting out most of the fourth quarter, Chris Paul added 20 points and 10 assists, and the Los Angeles Clippers cruised to a 117-89 victory over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night.

Lob City? Nuggets make case that it’s Denver

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:37:29 +0000

Lob City? Nuggets make case that it’s Denver.

Griffin soars as Clippers rout Rockets

FOXSports.com News for NBA — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:28:13 +0000

The Clippers are more than just Blake Griffin, Chris Paul and a
no-name supporting cast.

Nuggets cover for limping Nene, handle Kings

Associated Press — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:25:20 +0000

Al Harrington scored 15 points, Rudy Fernandez had 12 points to go with eight assists, and the Denver Nuggets won their third straight by beating the Sacramento Kings 110-83 Wednesday night.

Celtics dump depleted Nets for 4th straight win

Associated Press — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:52:21 +0000

Paul Pierce scored 9 of his 24 points during a game-breaking third-quarter run and Avery Bradley hit his first career 3-pointer, helping the Boston Celtics beat the injury-depleted New Jersey Nets 89-70 Wednesday night.

Clippers cruise over Rockets behind CP3, Griffin

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:08:00 +0000

Clippers cruise over Rockets behind CP3, Griffin

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:08:00 +0000

Magic roll to victory as Wizards put up little fight

Associated Press — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:49:19 +0000

Dwight Howard had 28 points and 20 rebounds, Ryan Anderson added 23 points and 15 rebounds and the Orlando Magic ran past the winless Washington Wizards 103-85 on Wednesday night.

Nowitzki leads Mavs past Suns in 1,000th game

Associated Press — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:45:13 +0000

Dirk Nowitzki led the Mavs past the Suns in his 1,000th game.

Bargnani drops 31 on Cavs to help Raptors roll

Associated Press — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:30:50 +0000

Andrea Bargnani scored 31 points in leading the Toronto Raptors to their second straight win, 92-77 over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.

Bulls cruise by Pistons in Hamilton’s return to Detroit

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Dirk leads Mavs over Suns in his 1000th game

NBA Basketball News : CBSSports.com — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:05:00 +0000

Dirk Nowitzki and the Dallas Mavericks are slowly starting to perform a little more like the defending NBA champs.

Bulls roll as Hamilton cheered in Detroit return

Associated Press — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 04:54:33 +0000

Richard Hamilton scored 14 points in his return to The Palace, and the Chicago Bulls shut down the Detroit Pistons in a 99-83 victory Wednesday night.