No. 4 UConn extends streak

No. 4 UConn extends streak: STORRS, Conn. (AP) Shabazz Napier scored 21 points and No. 4 Connecticut extended Division I's longest winning streak to 13
games with a 78-66 victory over Wagner on Monday night.

Worthy To Be Inducted In College Hoops Hall

Worthy To Be Inducted In College Hoops Hall: North Carolina's James Worthy headlines the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame induction class of 2011, the organization announced in November. Joining Worthy for enshrinement will be former Atlantic Coast Conference rival Ralph Sampson of Virginia, along with coaches Bob Knight and Eddie Sutton, players Cazzie Russell and Chris Mullin and contributors Joe Vancisin and Eddie Einhorn.

Players balking at NBA's labor proposal

Players balking at NBA's labor proposal: NEW YORK (AP) -- Negotiators for NBA owners and players will likely meet again next week. And the league will have to offer something different to interest the players.

BMW "Overprotective" - Don't Text and Drive

Warriors' Stephen Curry has surgery on ankle

Warriors' Stephen Curry has surgery on ankle: "Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry had surgery on his right ankle but is expected to be ready by training camp in the fall."

Sources: Mike Brown agrees to be Los Angeles Lakers' new coach - ESPN Los Angeles

Sources: Mike Brown agrees to be Los Angeles Lakers' new coach - ESPN Los Angeles

Hawks' owners end exclusive talks with prospective buyer

Hawks' owners end exclusive talks with prospective buyer: "The owners of the Atlanta Hawks have ended their exclusive talks with a prospective buyer, but there is no indication that change will affect efforts for the same group of owners to sell the NHL's Thrashers."

NCAA plans to look at San Diego case after FBI

NCAA plans to look at San Diego case after FBI: "INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The NCAA plans to investigate a possible point-shaving scheme at the University of San Diego after the FBI wraps up its work."

Ex-owner says he wants Hornets to stay in Big Easy

Ex-owner says he wants Hornets to stay in Big Easy: "George Shinn said he sold the Hornets for about $50 million less than he could have because he wants the club to remain in New Orleans, and he would be willing to buy back in as a minority investor should a viable Louisiana ownership group come together."

RT@espn: Reports: Mother of LeBron James of Miami Heat arrested on assault charge - http://es.pn/hd6pQ6
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Gallinari, Nuggets end Lakers' winning streak at 9

Gallinari, Nuggets end Lakers' winning streak at 9: "LOS ANGELES -- The day started out badly for the Los Angeles Lakers when the microphone didn't work for the National Anthem singer -- and he sang it anyway with the heckling crowd drowning him out."

RT@espn: Former Memphis Tigers player, coach Larry Finch dies at 60 - http://es.pn/hqS1N6
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BYU's Fredette, Notre Dame's Brey get AP awards - College Basketball - Rivals.com

BYU's Fredette, Notre Dame's Brey get AP awards - College Basketball - Rivals.com

Nets waive Ross, sign West to 10-day contract

Nets waive Ross, sign West to 10-day contract: "The New Jersey Nets have shaken up their roster by signing guard Mario West to a 10-day contract and waiving guard-forward Quinton Ross."

Wizards' Wall suspended, Heat's Ilgauskas fined

Wizards' Wall suspended, Heat's Ilgauskas fined: "NEW YORK (AP) -- Wizards rookie John Wall has been suspended one game without pay and two Miami Heat players have been fined for their actions in Wednesday night's game at Washington."

List: Highest paid NCAA basketball tourney coaches

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RT@espn: Jalen Rose: Blood test showed he was above legal limit - http://es.pn/hSYQYl
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RT@espn: Jalen Rose faces drunken driving charges in Michigan - http://es.pn/f1Ljb3
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Rubio ready to come to NBA?

Rubio ready to come to NBA?: ""

RT@espn: Sheryl Swoopes returning to WNBA, signs with Tulsa Shock - http://es.pn/gY4nHY
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New lineups the only constant for Pistons

New lineups the only constant for Pistons: "There are over 3,000 ways an NBA coach can pick five players from a 15-man roster."

RT@NBA: #Bobcats keep Playoff hopes alive handing #Knicks their 6th str8 L 114-106. Diaw 20pts & Jax 19. Melo 36pts, Amar'e/Billups 14 ea
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RT@espn: City of Anaheim admits pursuit of Sacramento Kings - http://es.pn/h8F4zw
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Cavs Hall of Fame broadcaster Tait to return Sunday

Cavs Hall of Fame broadcaster Tait to return Sunday: "Joe Tait, the Cavaliers' Hall of Fame radio play-by-play broadcaster, will work his first game of the season Sunday when Cleveland takes on Atlanta."

RT@espn: Killer of Connecticut Huskies' Jasper Howard gets 18-year prison sentence - http://es.pn/gnVQHs
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RT@espn: Ex-Dallas Mavericks great Mark Aguirre collapses, hospitalized - http://es.pn/eAWibW
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Team Sendoff Wednesday At 6:30 P.M.

Team Sendoff Wednesday At 6:30 P.M.: "Wish the Carolina men's basketball team good luck as they head to the NCAA Sweet Sixteen on Wednesday! Fans may gather outside of Entrance D at the Dean E. Smith Center around 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday, March 23rd to cheer the team as they board the bus to depart for the NCAA Sweet Sixteen regionals in New Jersey at 6:30pm."

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Spurs lose Duncan indefinitely in beating Warriors

Spurs lose Duncan indefinitely in beating Warriors: "Tim Duncan missed his first game last weekend because the San Antonio Spurs didn't want to risk him getting hurt."

Felton to miss Nuggets game against Raptors

Felton to miss Nuggets game against Raptors: "Nuggets guard Raymond Felton says he won't play against the Toronto Raptors due to a sprained left ankle."

RT@NBA: 1-2 combo of Melo (17 pts) & Amar'e (11 pts 6 reb) give #Knicks impressive 51-37 lead over #Celtics at half on @NBATV
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RT@espn: Even when @BlakeGriffin's dunks don't count, they're still insanely ridiculous: http://bit.ly/gSeFDd
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Cousins ejected after shoving Webster

Cousins ejected after shoving Webster: "Sacramento Kings rookie DeMarcus Cousins was ejected from the game against Minnesota on Sunday after shoving the Timberwolves' Martell Webster."

Flagrant foul earns Lakers' Bynum two-game suspension | NBA.com

Flagrant foul earns Lakers' Bynum two-game suspension | NBA.com

Washington vs. North Carolina - Recap - March 20, 2011 - College Basketball - SI.com

Washington vs. North Carolina - Recap - March 20, 2011 - College Basketball - SI.com

Texas Tech hires former Kentucky coach Billy Gillispie - SI.com - March Madness 2011

Texas Tech hires former Kentucky coach Billy Gillispie - SI.com - March Madness 2011

Nets' Williams out 3 games with wrist injury

Nets' Williams out 3 games with wrist injury: "New Jersey Nets guard Deron Williams will miss at least three games because of an injured right wrist."

Chalmers left game with right knee injury

Chalmers left game with right knee injury: "Starting point guard Mario Chalmers injured his right knee in the first quarter of the Miami Heat's 103-98 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night."

Police apprehend man in standoff on Staples Center court

Police apprehend man in standoff on Staples Center court: "A steak knife-wielding man held police and security guards at bay for nearly an hour at the Staples Center before the Los Angeles Clippers' game Saturday against the Cleveland Cavaliers, authorities said."

Heat to honor military service of former player Tim James

Heat to honor military service of former player Tim James: "Center court. All eyes on him. Fans coming to their feet in a raucous ovation, the din drowning out all other sounds in the arena."

Warriors' Biedrins to miss road trip with ankle injury

Warriors' Biedrins to miss road trip with ankle injury: "Golden State Warriors starting center Andris Biedrins is not traveling with the team on its four-game road trip while he recovers from a severely sprained left ankle."

Jazz give up on Okur's return for regular season

Jazz give up on Okur's return for regular season: "Utah Jazz center Mehmet Okur is out for the rest of the regular season because of continued issues with his lower back and Achilles' tendon."

Bibby prepares for Atlanta homecoming as member of Heat

Bibby prepares for Atlanta homecoming as member of Heat: "Mike Bibby has already been back to Atlanta twice since the Hawks gave him away last month, grabbing clothes and other items from his house."

RT@espn: President Barack Obama picks Connecticut Huskies to win women's NCAA title - http://es.pn/eFn4Wc
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On the move? Kings file for 'Anaheim Royals'

On the move? Kings file for 'Anaheim Royals': "The Sacramento Kings have taken yet another step toward a potential move to Southern California."

Grant Hill takes issue with Rose in Fab Five flap

Grant Hill takes issue with Rose in Fab Five flap: "Former Duke standout Grant Hill is criticizing former Michigan star Jalen Rose for saying the Blue Devils 'only recruited black players that were 'Uncle Toms.''"

Nash returns after missing last two games

Nash returns after missing last two games: "Phoenix Suns guard Steve Nash was back in the starting lineup Wednesday night against the New Orleans Hornets."

darrenrovell: Grant Hill's response to the Fab 5 documentary is required reading http://nyti.ms/hwfuRf

darrenrovell: Grant Hill's response to the Fab 5 documentary is required reading http://nyti.ms/hwfuRf: "darrenrovell: Grant Hill's response to the Fab 5 documentary is required reading http://nyti.ms/hwfuRf"

RT@espn: Tyler Hansbrough channeled his inner "Psycho T" with this dunk last night: http://bit.ly/ehNd2Q
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Rockets' Williams out one week after minor surgery

Rockets' Williams out one week after minor surgery: "Houston Rockets guard Terrence Williams is expected to miss a week after undergoing minor surgery on Tuesday to relieve lower abdominal distress."

Lowe Resigns After 5 Years At NC State

Lowe Resigns After 5 Years At NC State: "Sidney Lowe had big moments at North Carolina State, from roaming the sideline in a striking red blazer for rivalry wins against Duke and North Carolina to a pair of surprising Atlantic Coast Conference tournament runs."

RT@espn: Blake Griffin of Los Angeles Clippers sticks up for former Oklahoma coach Jeff Capel - http://es.pn/ebu9Od
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RT@espn: Miami Heat's LeBron James picks Ohio State in his NCAA tournament bracket - http://es.pn/dMMFIx
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Gov. Jindal anticipates La. payment to Hornets

Gov. Jindal anticipates La. payment to Hornets: "Gov. Bobby Jindal says Louisiana expects to pay the New Orleans Hornets about $7 million in subsidies which kick in whenever the team does not meet certain annual revenue benchmarks."

Shoulder injury leaves no timetable on Rudy Gay's return

Shoulder injury leaves no timetable on Rudy Gay's return: "While an MRI exam Monday showed that Memphis forward Rudy Gay's left shoulder is healing, no timetable has been set for his return."

Blazers sign center Chris Johnson for rest of season

Blazers sign center Chris Johnson for rest of season: "The Portland Trail Blazers have signed center Chris Johnson of the NBA Development League's Dakota Wizards for the rest of the season."

Bulls' Boozer remains day-to-day with ankle injury

Bulls' Boozer remains day-to-day with ankle injury: "Chicago Bulls forward Carlos Boozer remains day to day even though his sprained left ankle continues to improve."

Heat's Wade, Spurs' Parker named Players of the Week

Heat's Wade, Spurs' Parker named Players of the Week: "The Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade and San Antonio Spurs' Tony Parker today were named the Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week, respectively, for games played Monday, March 7, through Sunday, March 13."

RT@espn: Ohio State Buckeyes coach Jim Tressel apologizes in wake of suspension, fine - http://es.pn/dNZZjR
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Heat's Ilgauskas hospitalized to treat infected foot

Heat's Ilgauskas hospitalized to treat infected foot: "Heat center Zydrunas Ilgauskas was admitted to a South Florida hospital because of an infected foot and it's unclear when he will return to the court."

Wade wins custody fight for two sons

Wade wins custody fight for two sons: "When the Miami Heat ended practice Sunday, Dwyane Wade went home to his sons."

espn: Your NCAA Tournament bracket thus far-> http://es.pn/eNSZFq
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Bulls celebrate 20th anniversary of first championship

Bulls celebrate 20th anniversary of first championship: "Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen were together again for another championship celebration, this time to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Chicago Bulls' first title."

UConn earns Big East title after fifth straight win

UConn earns Big East title after fifth straight win: "Ninth-seeded UConn won its fifth Big East tourney game in five days and walked out of Madison Square Garden the unlikely champion after a thrilling 69-66 win over No. 14 Louisville."

Paul rings up 33 points in return from concussion

Paul rings up 33 points in return from concussion: "NEW ORLEANS (AP) Chris Paul returned from a concussion and scored a season-high 33 points to go with 15 assists, seven rebounds
and five steals, and the New Orleans Hornets beat the Sacramento Kings 115-103 on Saturday night."

Main owner of Raptors explores selling stake in team

Main owner of Raptors explores selling stake in team: "The company that owns the Toronto Maple Leafs and Raptors might soon be changing hands."

Hawks' Powell arrested on traffic charges before game

Hawks' Powell arrested on traffic charges before game: "Atlanta Hawks reserve forward Josh Powell was arrested before Saturday's game for refusing to move his car for an oncoming ambulance, according to a team official."

Lakers' Jackson says Cuban's criticism of refs cost Mavs

Lakers' Jackson says Cuban's criticism of refs cost Mavs: "Phil Jackson and Mark Cuban just can't help themselves."

Wolves' Beasley misses practice with stiff neck

Wolves' Beasley misses practice with stiff neck: "Minnesota Timberwolves forward Michael Beasley sat out practice on Saturday because of a stiff neck."

Hawks' Horford out vs. Blazers with sore left ankle

Hawks' Horford out vs. Blazers with sore left ankle: "Hawks center Al Horford is sidelined with a sore left ankle and will not play Saturday night against Portland."

RT@NBA: 14 pts apiece for LeBron/Wade/Bosh as #Heat control 1st half leading #Grizzlies 55-37. Gasol 12 pts 6 reb, Mayo 8
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RT@espn: New York Knicks' Chauncey Billups (thigh) likely to play Sunday vs. Indiana Pacers - http://es.pn/hs6KaH
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RT@espn: Student accused of killing Middle Tennessee State player Tina Stewart out of jail - http://es.pn/etHO9t
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RT@NBA: DeJuan Blair & George Hill of @spurs go behind the grill to make Philly #cheesesteaks on "Big N Smallz Show" http://on.nba.com/fZ3cvB
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RT@espn: Amare Stoudemire's latest technical foul rescinded by NBA - http://es.pn/hpu8L6
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RT@espn: Amare Stoudemire's latest technical foul rescinded by NBA - http://es.pn/hpu8L6
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League fines Hornets' Belinelli $10,000 for flagrant foul

League fines Hornets' Belinelli $10,000 for flagrant foul: "Marco Belinelli of the New Orleans Hornets has been fined $10,000 for his Flagrant Foul, Penalty Two, it was announced today by Stu Jackson, NBA Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations."

Atlanta nightclub drops LeBron from lawsuit

Atlanta nightclub drops LeBron from lawsuit: "An Atlanta nightclub has dropped Miami Heat star LeBron James from a lawsuit alleging he broke a commitment to appear at a party later this month."

Stern plans to talk to Magic about Van Gundy comments

Stern plans to talk to Magic about Van Gundy comments: "NBA Commissioner David Stern says he doesn't plan to talk to Orlando coach Stan Van Gundy about critical remarks Van Gundy made about him - he will speak to Magic team executives about the comments."

Amar'e faces one-game suspension after getting 16th tech

Amar'e faces one-game suspension after getting 16th tech: "Knicks forward Amare Stoudemire has picked up his 16th technical foul, which would mean an automatic one-game suspension if its upheld."

RT@espn: Los Angeles Lakers' Phil Jackson on Heat: Big boys don't cry - http://es.pn/hxdh1v
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RT@NBA: #Knicks shooting LIGHTS OUT (56.4% FGM) as they cruise to 66-48 Halftime lead on #Jazz. Melo 21, Amar'e 17. Al 18pts 8rebs
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RT@NBA: RT @NBAGuru Knicks ON FIRE to start the game-- 31 pts, 11-14 FG with 4 minutes to go in 1st. #NBALeaguePass
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Thunder sign ex-Celtic Perkins to multiyear deal

Thunder sign ex-Celtic Perkins to multiyear deal: "OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed center Kendrick Perkins to a multiyear contract extension. The team didn't announce the terms in its announcement Tuesday."

Knicks waive guard Kelenna Azubuike

Knicks waive guard Kelenna Azubuike: "The New York Knicks have waived guard Kelenna Azubuike, who never played for the team while recovering from major knee surgery."

espn: LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony,

espn: LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Deron Williams: Small NBA markets lose stars - http://es.pn/gpKG0Q

Randolph's role uncertain as career shifts to Minnesota

Randolph's role uncertain as career shifts to Minnesota: "Anthony Randolph stood tall in front of a pack of cameras, recorders and reporters outside Minnesota's locker room as he talked about his new team and his fresh start."

Aldridge: Wizards close to trading Hinrich to Hawks

Aldridge: Wizards close to trading Hinrich to Hawks: "According to a league source, the Washington Wizards are close to sending guard Kirk Hinrich to the Atlanta Hawks for guards Jordan Crawford and Mike Bibby, plus a future first-found draft pick."

NBA: Carmelo Anthony will wear

NBA: Carmelo Anthony will wear # 7 for @thenyknicks. http://twitpic.com/4311k7

espn: Miami Heat forward Juwan

espn: Miami Heat forward Juwan Howard says he would pick Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose as MVP - http://es.pn/fFsWOk

InsideHoops: It is now confirmed that Melo is being included in the huge trade that brings Renaldo Balkman back to the Knicks

InsideHoops: It is now confirmed that Melo is being included in the huge trade that brings Renaldo Balkman back to the Knicks

All-Star Game TV ratings up 37 percent from last season

All-Star Game TV ratings up 37 percent from last season: "The NBA All-Star game has earned its highest television rating since Michael Jordan's last appearance in 2003."

All-Star Game scores highest ratings since '03

All-Star Game scores highest ratings since '03: "The 2011 NBA All-Star Game on TNT delivered 9.1 million total viewers and 6 million households, along with strong growth across all key demos, according to Nielsen Fast Nationals."

James ready to lead Heat's charge in season's second half

James ready to lead Heat's charge in season's second half: "LeBron James acknowledges there is a point in the NBA schedule where regular-season games start carrying a little bit more significance."

Hornets' Jack arrested, charged with DUI in Georgia

Hornets' Jack arrested, charged with DUI in Georgia: "Police in an Atlanta suburb say New Orleans Hornets' backup point guard Jarrett Jack has been arrested and charged with drunken driving."

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Rihanna rocks celeb-studded NBA All-Star Game

Rihanna rocks celeb-studded NBA All-Star Game: "With a celebrity-studded crowd looking on, Rihanna rocked the halftime show at the NBA All-Star game on her 23rd birthday."

NBA: #West gets wild 148-143...

NBA: #West gets wild 148-143 #AllStar win over #East behind Kobe's 37 pts 14 reb & KD's 34. LeBron 29 pts 12 reb 10 ast, Amar'e 29

NBA: ...and Kobe Bryant is

NBA: ...and Kobe Bryant is your @NBA #AllStar Game MVP, his fourth and tied for the most in @NBAHistory. Congrats, #BlackMamba!

NBA: #West gets wild 148-143...

NBA: #West gets wild 148-143 #AllStar win over #East behind Kobe's 37 pts 14 reb & KD's 34. LeBron 29 pts 12 reb 10 ast, Amar'e 29

NBA: CP3's buzzer-beater caps off

NBA: CP3's buzzer-beater caps off entertaining #AllStar 1st half on TNT w/ #West leading #East 76-64. Kobe 21 pts, KD 15, Bosh 12

Raptors reward Johnson with second 10-day contract

Raptors reward Johnson with second 10-day contract: "The Toronto Raptors have signed guard Trey Johnson to a second 10-day contract."

Carmelo's 37 not enough vs. Nets

Carmelo's 37 not enough vs. Nets: "NEWARK, N.J. (AP) Who needs Carmelo Anthony?"

Raptors stuck in Indiana due to winter storm

Raptors stuck in Indiana due to winter storm: "The Toronto Raptors are staying in Indianapolis after their game against the Indiana Pacers on Monday night because a huge winter storm developing in the midwest caused their flight to be canceled."

LeBron, Heat push Cavaliers losing streak to 21

LeBron, Heat push Cavaliers losing streak to 21: "MIAMI (AP) Once again, LeBron James helped the Cleveland Cavaliers reach a milestone in the NBA standings."

With Nets in the past, 'Melo unsure of the future

With Nets in the past, 'Melo unsure of the future: "Carmelo Anthony was willing to meet with the New Jersey Nets."

LeBron says he wishes Cavs 'the best'

LeBron says he wishes Cavs 'the best': "LeBron James sees no reason to enjoy Cleveland's epic struggles this season."

Jazz guard Williams to miss third straight game

Jazz guard Williams to miss third straight game: "Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams will miss his third straight game Monday night against Charlotte because of a wrist injury."

Okafor out vs. Wizards Tuesday night

Okafor out vs. Wizards Tuesday night: "Hornets officials say center Emeka Okafor will not play on Tuesday night against the Washington Wizards because of a strained oblique muscle."

Miami's Eddie House Fined

Miami's Eddie House Fined: "Miami Heat guard Eddie House has been fined $25,000 for making an obscene gesture, it was announced today by Stu Jackson, NBA Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations."

Rivers fined $15K for leaving slowly after ejection

Rivers fined $15K for leaving slowly after ejection: "LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers has been fined $15,000 for leaving the court too slowly after being ejected from a game in Phoenix."

Heat's Big 3 stave off Durant, Thunder 108-103

Heat's Big 3 stave off Durant, Thunder 108-103: "OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) Dwyane Wade scored 32 points and Eddie House hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 22.2 seconds left as the Miami
Heat got their Big 3 back together and beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 108-103 on Sunday."

Reports: Pacers fire coach Jim O'Brien

Reports: Pacers fire coach Jim O'Brien: "The Indiana Pacers have reportedly fired coach Jim O'Brien after failing to make the playoffs in three losing seasons."

Hawks' Smith fined $25K for obscene gesture

Hawks' Smith fined $25K for obscene gesture: "Atlanta Hawks forward Josh Smith has been fined $25,000 for making an obscene gesture, it was announced today by Stu Jackson, NBA Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations."

Rivers fined for failing to leave the court in timely manner

Rivers fined for failing to leave the court in timely manner: "Boston Celtics head coach Doc Rivers has been fined $15,000 for failing to leave the court in a timely manner following an ejection, it was announced today by Stu Jackson, NBA Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations."

Knicks overcome big night from Wade, beat Heat

Knicks overcome big night from Wade, beat Heat: "NEW YORK (AP) Danilo Gallinari and Landry Fields made consecutive 3-pointers in the final 1:18, and the New York Knicks took
advantage of LeBron James's miserable shooting night to beat the Miami Heat 93-88 on Thursday night."

Grizzlies' Mayo suspended for violating anti-drug program

Grizzlies' Mayo suspended for violating anti-drug program: "The NBA has suspended guard O.J. Mayo 10 games without pay for violating the league and union's anti-drug program with a positive test."

Lakers' Jackson says this will be his last season

Lakers' Jackson says this will be his last season: "Los Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson has reiterated this will be his last season working the sideline."

Cavs owner tweets about team's troubles

Cavs owner tweets about team's troubles: "Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert is promising changes to his troubled team on his Twitter account."

Kings GM fined $50K over ref remarks

Kings GM fined $50K over ref remarks: "NEW YORK (AP) -- The NHL has fined Los Angeles Kings general manager Dean Lombardi $50,000 for his comments questioning the integrity of league vice president Mike Murphy."

Camby to have surgery on partially torn meniscus

Camby to have surgery on partially torn meniscus: "The Portland Trail Blazers say center Marcus Camby will need surgery on his left knee."

Nowitzki back in Mavs' lineup at Memphis

Nowitzki back in Mavs' lineup at Memphis: "Dallas forward Dirk Nowitzki returned to the lineup and started Saturday night against the Memphis Grizzlies, then was ejected in the third quarter."

Rookie Patrick Patterson taken to hospital

Rookie Patrick Patterson taken to hospital: "Houston rookie Patrick Patterson was taken to Piedmont Hospital during the Rockets' game against Atlanta because of chest pain and congestion."

Kings' Evans still sidelined with a sprained ankle

Kings' Evans still sidelined with a sprained ankle: "Sacramento Kings leading scorer Tyreke Evans remains sidelined with a sprained left ankle."

Nuggets' Billups forges on in midst of trade talks

Nuggets' Billups forges on in midst of trade talks: "After months of constant trade speculation surrounding Carmelo Anthony, Denver Nuggets fans have pretty much accepted the notion the All-Star forward will soon be leaving."

Despite 'Melo rumors, Avery Johnson focused on current Nets

Despite 'Melo rumors, Avery Johnson focused on current Nets: "Listening to Nets coach Avery Johnson, the monster deal to bring Carmelo Anthony from Denver to New Jersey might be on hold."

Magic's Howard empathizes with Yao's injury plight

Magic's Howard empathizes with Yao's injury plight: "Magic center Dwight Howard expressed empathy for Yao Ming, saying the Houston big man may come back from his last injury to soon and that he hopes he returns to the NBA soon."

Knee injury knocks Suns rookie Lawal out for season

Knee injury knocks Suns rookie Lawal out for season: "Phoenix Suns rookie forward Gani Lawal has torn ligaments in his right knee and will miss the rest of the season."

Cavs' Gibson (ankle) to miss team's five-game road trip

Cavs' Gibson (ankle) to miss team's five-game road trip: "Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson has a sprained ankle. He did not travel with the team as it embarked on a five-game road trip."

Grizzlies moving on from airplane fight incident

Grizzlies moving on from airplane fight incident: "Grizzlies guards Tony Allen and O.J. Mayo said Thursday there are no hard feelings after they fought on a team flight over an unpaid debt from a card game."

Yao has surgery on stress fracture in left ankle

Yao has surgery on stress fracture in left ankle: "Houston Rockets center Yao Ming had surgery on Thursday to repair the stress fracture in his left ankle. The team issued a statement Thursday afternoon confirming the procedure, which was first reported by KRIV-TV in Houston."

Bryant, Howard lead All-Star balloting third returns

Bryant, Howard lead All-Star balloting third returns: "• Complete All-Star Ballot update | Vote!"

Odom to star in reality series with wife Khloe Kardashian

Odom to star in reality series with wife Khloe Kardashian: "Khloe Kardashian and basketball-playing husband Lamar Odom are getting their own reality show."

Collins back with Clippers on 10-day contract

Collins back with Clippers on 10-day contract: "Jarron Collins is back with the Los Angeles Clippers two days after the team waived him."

Wizards waive guard Lester Hudson

Wizards waive guard Lester Hudson: "Guard Lester Hudson has been waived by the Washington Wizards for the second time this season."

Coach Hollins puts end to on-flight gambling for Grizzlies

Coach Hollins puts end to on-flight gambling for Grizzlies: "Grizzlies coach Lionel Hollins has banned gambling on flights for Memphis after a fight between Tony Allen and O.J. Mayo on board an airplane during a return trip from Los Angeles."

Cavs offer job to homeless man with radio-worthy voice

Cavs offer job to homeless man with radio-worthy voice: "With a deep, refined voice, one that had been sadly misplaced, Ted Williams simply asked for help to get him off the streets."

Hawks release former Georgia star Wilkins

Hawks release former Georgia star Wilkins: "The Atlanta Hawks have waived guard/forward Damien Wilkins after one month on the team."

Griffin, Ibaka, Jennings and McGee set for Sprite Slam Dunk

Griffin, Ibaka, Jennings and McGee set for Sprite Slam Dunk: "There will be a new Sprite Slam Dunk champion crowned on Feb. 19, at STAPLES Center (8 p.m. ET on TNT) in Los Angeles as four first-time contestants vie for the title: the Los Angeles Clippers' Blake Griffin, the Milwaukee Bucks' Brandon Jennings, the Oklahoma City Thunder's Serge Ibaka and the Washington Wizards' JaVale McGee."

FanHouse: Millen admits he 'stunk' as Detroit GM

FanHouse: Millen admits he 'stunk' as Detroit GM: ""

Report: Mayo fights with Allen on Grizzlies flight

Report: Mayo fights with Allen on Grizzlies flight: "MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- Yahoo! Sports is reporting that Grizzlies guards O.J. Mayo and Tony Allen got into a fight on the team's charter flight Monday after a card game."

Hornets waive Mensah-Bonsu, trim roster to 14

Hornets waive Mensah-Bonsu, trim roster to 14: "The New Orleans Hornets have waived reserve forward Pops Mensah-Bonsu."

Heat's Haslem pushing for March return from foot injury

Heat's Haslem pushing for March return from foot injury: "Heat forward Udonis Haslem says he hopes to be back with his team by late March."

Warriors waive Rodney Carney

Warriors waive Rodney Carney: "The Golden State Warriors say they have waived swingman Rodney Carney."

Mavs' Caron Butler has season-ending knee surgery

Mavs' Caron Butler has season-ending knee surgery: "Mavericks forward Caron Butler has undergone surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right knee and will likely miss the rest of the season."

Clippers waive center Jarron Collins

Clippers waive center Jarron Collins: "The Los Angeles Clippers have waived center Jarron Collins."

Thunder's Maynor day to day with sprained right foot

Thunder's Maynor day to day with sprained right foot: "Oklahoma City Thunder backup point guard Eric Maynor has a sprained right foot and is day to day."

Miami's James and Wade, Thunder's Durant Players of Month

Miami's James and Wade, Thunder's Durant Players of Month: "The Miami Heat's LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, and Oklahoma City's Kevin Durant were named the Kia NBA Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Month, respectively, for games played during December."

Gallinari to miss 2-3 weeks with sprained knee

Gallinari to miss 2-3 weeks with sprained knee: "The New York Knicks say forward Danilo Gallinari is expected to miss two to three weeks with a sprained left knee."

Bobcats lose Diop for season with Achilles' tear

Bobcats lose Diop for season with Achilles' tear: "Just as DeSagana Diop started to get increased playing time under new coach Paul Silas, the center has been lost for the season with a ruptured right Achilles' tendon."

Spoelstra, Popovich named Coaches of the Month for December

Spoelstra, Popovich named Coaches of the Month for December: "The Miami Heat's Erik Spoelstra and the San Antonio Spurs' Gregg Popovich today were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Coaches of the Month, respectively, for games played in December."

Fields, Griffin win NBA Rookie honors for December

Fields, Griffin win NBA Rookie honors for December: "The New York Knicks' Landry Fields and the Los Angels Clippers' Blake Griffin today were named the Eastern and Western Conference T-Mobile Rookies of the Month, respectively, for games played through December."

Wade, Billups named NBA Players of the Week

Wade, Billups named NBA Players of the Week: "The Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade and the Denver Nuggets' Chauncey Billups today were named the Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week, respectively, for games played Dec. 27, through Jan. 2."

Bobcats' Wallace to miss 'a few games' with ankle injury

Bobcats' Wallace to miss 'a few games' with ankle injury: "The Charlotte Bobcats will be without starting small forward Gerald Wallace against Miami after he aggravated an existing left ankle injury in practice."

Jackson upset with Kobe again

Jackson upset with Kobe again: ""

Rondo returns from seven-game absence

Rondo returns from seven-game absence: "Boston point guard Rajon Rondo returned to the starting lineup Sunday against the Raptors after missing seven games because of a sprained left ankle."

Injured Anthony Tolliver practices with Wolves

Injured Anthony Tolliver practices with Wolves: "Anthony Tolliver practiced with the Minnesota Timberwolves but did not travel with the team to Boston."

Report: Butler could have torn knee tendon

Report: Butler could have torn knee tendon: "Caron Butler could be out at least a couple of months because of a knee injury, a tough blow for the already ailing Dallas Mavericks."

Mavs' Butler injures knee, could be 'potentially serious'

Mavs' Butler injures knee, could be 'potentially serious': "Dallas forward Caron Butler left the Mavericks' game against Milwaukee in the first quarter Saturday night after injuring his right knee."

Wizards' Howard out with sore left knee

Wizards' Howard out with sore left knee: "Washington Wizards' swingman Josh Howard, who missed nearly 10 months after surgery on a torn ligament in his left knee, will miss Saturday's game against New Orleans with soreness in the same knee."

Van Gundy fined $35,000 for criticizing officials

Van Gundy fined $35,000 for criticizing officials: "Orlando Magic coach Stan Van Gundy has been fined $35,000 for public comments about the officiating, it was announced today by Stu Jackson, NBA Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations."

Celtics' Pierce fined for throwing object in stands

Celtics' Pierce fined for throwing object in stands: "Paul Pierce of the Boston Celtics has been fined $15,000 for throwing an object into the stands, it was announced today by Stu Jackson, NBA Executive Vice President Basketball Operations."

Curry, Warriors Beat Bobcats

Curry, Warriors Beat Bobcats