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Blog Post Archive

Hollins activates Green over Daye for Game 3

Grizzlies coach Lionel Hollins is switching up his bench a bit for Game 3 of the Western Conference finals against the San Antonio Spurs, deactivating Austin Daye in favor of Donte Greene.

Grizzlies coach defends flagrant call, not flop

The Grizzlies want to make sure everyone knows that just because Tony Allen was fined $5,000 for flopping by the NBA, it doesn't mean the key foul he drew in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals wasn't a flagrant.

Spurs confirm Tim Duncan, wife getting divorced

San Antonio Spurs All-Star Tim Duncan is getting divorced.

Notebook: Pacers 97, Heat 93

THE FACTS: Roy Hibbert had 29 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Indiana Pacers to a 97-93 victory against the Miami Heat Friday in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals. The series is now tied at 1-1 as it heads back to Indiana.

Grizzlies' Allen to match fans' donations for tornado relief

The American Red Cross will be accepting donations from fans attending the Memphis Grizzlies' next two home games in the Western Conference finals against San Antonio, and guard Tony Allen will matching those gifts.

NBA fines Grizzlies G Tony Allen $5,000 for flop

The NBA has fined Grizzlies guard Tony Allen $5,000 for violating the league's anti-flopping rule during Game 2 of the Western Conference finals against the San Antonio Spurs.

City of Memphis, Grizzlies ready to 'believe' vs Spurs

The towels are showing up all around Memphis, hanging over neighborhood signs and even at a door to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Flynn Robinson, on first L.A. Lakers title team, dies at 72

Flynn Robinson, who was on the 1971-1972 Lakers team that won Los Angeles its first NBA title, has died at age 72.

Report: Raptors going after Ujiri for GM vacancy

The Denver Nuggets are letting general manager Masai Ujiri, the NBA's Executive of the Year, meet with the Toronto Raptors about their GM vacancy, Yahoo Sports is reporting.

Mayors from San Antonio, Memphis bet BBQ on series

The mayor of San Antonio says everyone knows the best barbecue and basketball comes from Texas. The mayor of Memphis notes barbecue is prized in his city, where restaurant smoke stacks rise like steeples.

Andersen a playoff force for Heat

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.

Lakers comment on passing of Flynn Robinson

The following statement was issued today by the Los Angeles Lakers regarding the death of former Laker Flynn Robinson:

Carlesimo: Nets good, but not title ready

P.J. Carlesimo says 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.

Heat, Pacers say Game 2 should be even better

Losing a game at the final buzzer, no less than a playoff game on the road against the reigning NBA champion Miami Heat, would seem to have potential to demoralize the Indiana Pacers.

Grizzlies coach focused on Spurs, not his contract

Lionel Hollins has been more successful than any Grizzlies coach and will be a free agent after June 30.

NBA TV to televise 45 WNBA Games in 2013

NBA TV will televise 45 games during the 2013 WNBA regular season -- the league's 17th season -- tipping off with the defending WNBA Champion Indiana Fever visiting the San Antonio Silver Stars on Friday, May 24, at 8 p.m. ET.

LeBron headlines 2012-13 All-NBA First Team

The Miami Heat's LeBron James, the 2012-13 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and winner of four of the previous five MVP awards, highlights the 2012-13 All-NBA First Team. James was the only player to receive all 119 First Team votes.

Wade receives 2012-13 Kia Community Assist Award

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade is the recipient of the "2012-13 Seasonlong Kia Community Assist Award" in recognition of his outstanding efforts in the community and his ongoing philanthropic and charitable work, the NBA announced today. Show More Summary

Notebook: Heat 103, Pacers 102

THE FACTS: LeBron James hit a running layup as time expired to lead the Miami Heat to a 103-102 overtime victory Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Parker guides Spurs to uneasy lead in West finals

Even if the San Antonio Spurs can't help but feel a touch uneasy about their 2-0 lead in the Western Conference finals, Tony Parker is completely comfortable.

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