Hawks' Young back from knee injury, nets 8 in loss
Trae Young returned to the Atlanta Hawks' lineup Thursday after missing 22 games because of a sprained right MCL and had eight points and 10 assists in a 133-126 loss to the Charlotte Hornets. ...
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'Locked in' Giannis says agent talk out of his hands
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo said he was "locked in" on getting healthy and told reporters on Thursday afternoon that he can't control reports about his future with the Bucks. ...
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Knicks' Brunson, Towns make All-NBA Cup team
The Knicks' Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns were selected to the NBA Cup All-Tournament Team along with Luka Doncic, De'Aaron Fox and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. ...
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Garnett rejoins Timberwolves as team ambassador
Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett has agreed to reunite with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx in a new, all-encompassing role as team ambassador, involving business, community and fan-engagement efforts, and content development. ...
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Nacua's brother arrested over theft of Laker's car
The brother of Rams star Puka Nacua was arrested for allegedly stealing a vehicle that reportedly belonged to Lakers forward Adou Thiero. ...
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👀 Why Clippers sent a franchise legend home
A future Hall of Famer at the end of his career, looking for one final ride. Here's why the Chris Paul-Clippers reunion was doomed. ...
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Rockets' Udoka fined $25K for blasting officials
Rockets coach Ime Udoka was fined $25,000 for publicly criticizing the officiating in Houston's 128-125 overtime loss to the Nuggets on Monday, the NBA said Wednesday. ...
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Jazz top-scorer Markkanen out for Lakers game
Utah Jazz leading scorer Lauri Markkanen won't play Thursday night against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a right groin strain. ...
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LeBron vs. Father Time: How James has changed this season, by the numbers
LeBron James might be mortal. Zach Kram examines how the future Hall of Famer looks different compared to the past two decades. ...
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Power Rankings: Cavaliers and 76ers cling onto contention in East
NBA insiders break down where all 30 teams stand in this week's rankings ahead of the holiday season. ...
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Can the NBA Cup's surprise finalists make a Finals run? Why there's already a road map
ESPN analyst Kevin Pelton breaks down how the finalist Spurs and semifinalist Magic can use their cup experience for the postseason. ...
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Luka taking accountability as Lakers focus on D
Lakers coach JJ Redick turned to his stars to give more on the defensive end, and Luka Doncic acknowledged the need for that, particularly at the beginning of games. ...
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Hawks' Young returning after 22-game absence
Hawks star Trae Young, who has missed 22 straight games with a sprained right MCL, is set to make his return Thursday night against the Hornets, the team said. ...
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Rivers: Struggling Bucks don't need big changes
Bucks coach Doc Rivers isn't planning to make any major changes in the wake of a 45-point loss to Brooklyn that dropped Milwaukee to 11-16 on the season. ...
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Sources: Hawks' Young to return Thu. vs. Hornets
Hawks star Trae Young, who has missed 22 straight games with a sprained right MCL, will make his return Thursday night against the Hornets, sources told ESPN. ...
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