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Andersen a playoff force for Heat
May 24, 2013
MIAMI (AP) — When Chris Andersen does something particularly impressive for the Miami Heat, a heavy metal guitar riff blares through their arena. Some children have shown up for games with replicas of his tattoos drawn upon their bodies. Others have gotten their hair gelled and shaped to match his Mohawk 'do.... Read More
May 24, 2013
MIAMI (AP) — When Chris Andersen does something particularly impressive for the Miami Heat, a heavy metal guitar riff blares through their arena. Some children have shown up for games with replicas of his tattoos drawn upon their bodies. Others have gotten their hair gelled and shaped to match his Mohawk 'do.... Read More
NBA Quick Hits: 5 questionable coaching decisions
May 24, 2013
Deciding who plays, and when they don't, is one of the toughest parts of coaching. Sometimes coaches stick with a player too long. Sometimes they have too much of a quick hook. Indiana's Frank Vogel was still being criticized Thursday, long after he sent the Pacers out on the floor for the game's final possession... Read More
May 24, 2013
Deciding who plays, and when they don't, is one of the toughest parts of coaching. Sometimes coaches stick with a player too long. Sometimes they have too much of a quick hook. Indiana's Frank Vogel was still being criticized Thursday, long after he sent the Pacers out on the floor for the game's final possession... Read More
OKC Thunder: Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook selected All-NBA
May 23, 2013
For the fourth straight season, Thunder forward Kevin Durant was selected to the All-NBA first team, while point guard teammate Russell Westbrook was selected to the second team for the third straight year. Read More
Oklahoma tornadoes: Thunder reverses the role, takes a turn at cheering on the community
May 23, 2013
Big games and big shots and the NBA Finals are great fun. But when a few tall fellows, and a couple of short ones, can counter despair, can put smiles on faces and sparkles in eyes, well, that's more valuable than a truckload of O'Brien trophies. Read More
May 23, 2013
Big games and big shots and the NBA Finals are great fun. But when a few tall fellows, and a couple of short ones, can counter despair, can put smiles on faces and sparkles in eyes, well, that's more valuable than a truckload of O'Brien trophies. Read More
Oklahoma City Thunder: Will setbacks make Kevin Durant stronger?
May 23, 2013
The Thunder was eliminated in the second round, as a knee injury to Russell Westbrook derailed what potentially could have been a championship season. This is the third straight season that a championship-caliber Thunder team has fallen short. Read More
May 23, 2013
The Thunder was eliminated in the second round, as a knee injury to Russell Westbrook derailed what potentially could have been a championship season. This is the third straight season that a championship-caliber Thunder team has fallen short. Read More
Oklahoma City Thunder: Evaluating Kevin Durant's season
May 23, 2013
The Oklahoman's staff writers discuss three questions about Kevin Durant's season. Read More
May 23, 2013
The Oklahoman's staff writers discuss three questions about Kevin Durant's season. Read More
Oklahoma City Thunder report card: Breaking down Kevin Durant's season
May 23, 2013
Kevin Durant enjoyed his best season to date, but he still fell short of straight As. Read More
May 23, 2013
Kevin Durant enjoyed his best season to date, but he still fell short of straight As. Read More
Carlesimo: Nets good, but maybe not title ready
May 23, 2013
NEW YORK (AP) — P.J. Carlesimo thinks the Brooklyn Nets' goal of winning a championship within the next two years is "maybe not totally realistic," though he believes they are a contender in the Eastern Conference. Carlesimo went 35-19 as interim coach after Avery Johnson was fired in December, but the Nets told... Read More
Grizzlies coach focused on Spurs, not his contract
May 23, 2013
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Lionel Hollins has been more successful than any Grizzlies coach and will be a free agent after June 30. He has the Grizzlies in the Western Conference finals for the first time and has won more games with this team than any other coach. He probably wouldn't have a problem getting another... Read More
May 23, 2013
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Lionel Hollins has been more successful than any Grizzlies coach and will be a free agent after June 30. He has the Grizzlies in the Western Conference finals for the first time and has won more games with this team than any other coach. He probably wouldn't have a problem getting another... Read More
Heat, Pacers say Game 2 should be even better
May 23, 2013
MIAMI (AP) — For as intense and down-to-the-wire as Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals was, the Indiana Pacers and Miami Heat shared the same thought on Thursday. In their minds, Game 2 will be better. Sure, Wednesday's 103-102 Heat series-opening win in overtime, with LeBron James scoring the game-winner... Read More
May 23, 2013
MIAMI (AP) — For as intense and down-to-the-wire as Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals was, the Indiana Pacers and Miami Heat shared the same thought on Thursday. In their minds, Game 2 will be better. Sure, Wednesday's 103-102 Heat series-opening win in overtime, with LeBron James scoring the game-winner... Read More
OKC Thunder chosen 2013 team of the year by Sports Business Journal
May 23, 2013
The Oklahoma City Thunder was chosen 2013 Sports Team of the Year by the SportsBusiness Journal and SportsBusiness Daily.
The award was presented at a live ceremony Wednesday at the New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square.
The Thunder beat out the San Francisco 49ers, Washington Nationals and Seattle Sounders... Read More
May 23, 2013
The Oklahoma City Thunder was chosen 2013 Sports Team of the Year by the SportsBusiness Journal and SportsBusiness Daily.
The award was presented at a live ceremony Wednesday at the New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square.
The Thunder beat out the San Francisco 49ers, Washington Nationals and Seattle Sounders... Read More
Who do the initial mock drafts have the Thunder taking?
May 23, 2013
The NBA Draft is a little more than a month away, quietly creeping up on us while the league’s attention remains on the final four remaining teams.
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May 23, 2013
The NBA Draft is a little more than a month away, quietly creeping up on us while the league’s attention remains on the final four remaining teams.
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OKC Thunder: Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook named to All-NBA teams
May 23, 2013
For the fourth straight season, Thunder forward Kevin Durant was selected to the All-NBA first team, while point guard teammate Russell Westbrook was selected to the second team for the third straight year.
Durant received 102 of a possible 119 first-team votes from a panel of 119 sportswriters and broadcasters... Read More
James, Bryant voted to All-NBA first team
May 23, 2013
NEW YORK (AP) — LeBron James was a unanimous pick for the All-NBA team and Kobe Bryant earned his record-tying 11th first-team selection. James received all 119 votes for the first team from a panel of sportswriters and broadcasters throughout the U.S. and Canada. Joining the league's MVP and Bryant on the first... Read More
May 23, 2013
NEW YORK (AP) — LeBron James was a unanimous pick for the All-NBA team and Kobe Bryant earned his record-tying 11th first-team selection. James received all 119 votes for the first team from a panel of sportswriters and broadcasters throughout the U.S. and Canada. Joining the league's MVP and Bryant on the first... Read More
LeBron, Heat dig deep to top Pacers in Game 1
May 23, 2013
MIAMI (AP) — It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. Alas, Hibbert was on the bench for the deciding moment. And James made Miami's game-winner seem way too easy. James... Read More
May 23, 2013
MIAMI (AP) — It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. Alas, Hibbert was on the bench for the deciding moment. And James made Miami's game-winner seem way too easy. James... Read More
Pacers see chance slip in Game 1 of East finals
May 23, 2013
MIAMI (AP) — Paul George did all he could. A 32-foot shot with less than a second remaining in regulation to force overtime. Luring Dwyane Wade into a foul and then making three free throws to give the Indiana Pacers the lead with 2.2 seconds left in the extra session. Almost single-handedly silencing the Miami... Read More
May 23, 2013
MIAMI (AP) — Paul George did all he could. A 32-foot shot with less than a second remaining in regulation to force overtime. Luring Dwyane Wade into a foul and then making three free throws to give the Indiana Pacers the lead with 2.2 seconds left in the extra session. Almost single-handedly silencing the Miami... Read More
LeBron saves Heat at buzzer of Game 1
May 23, 2013
MIAMI (AP) — LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim. There was no one in his way. There was no stopping him, either. James made a layup as time expired in overtime, capping a 30-point, 10-rebound, 10-assist effort as the Miami Heat found a way to outlast the... Read More
May 23, 2013
MIAMI (AP) — LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim. There was no one in his way. There was no stopping him, either. James made a layup as time expired in overtime, capping a 30-point, 10-rebound, 10-assist effort as the Miami Heat found a way to outlast the... Read More
Oklahoma tornadoes: Tony Allen teaming with Grizzlies, Red Cross to collect donations
May 22, 2013
Memphis Grizzlies guard and former Oklahoma State standout Tony Allen is teaming with the Red Cross to aid tornado victims in the surrounding Oklahoma City area. Read More
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May 22, 2013
EDITORS: The Indiana Pacers and Miami Heat are going to overtime in Game 1 of the NBA's Eastern Conference finals. They finished regulation tied at 92. Read More
OKC Thunder: Kevin Durant tours Moore, meets with residents
May 22, 2013
Durant did anything and everything he could to bring a smile to as many faces as possible. He shook hands and gave hugs. He posed for pictures and signed autographs. Read More
May 22, 2013
Durant did anything and everything he could to bring a smile to as many faces as possible. He shook hands and gave hugs. He posed for pictures and signed autographs. Read More
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