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5 Free Agents the Detroit Pistons Must Avoid

The Detroit Pistons will have over $20 million in cap space this summer, and their front office needs to be careful not to repeat the mistakes they made in 2009. Similar to the summer of 2009, the 2013 free agent class is filled with good, but not great players. Show More Summary

Pros and Cons of Chicago Bulls Using Amnesty Clause on Carlos Boozer

With the Chicago Bulls now heading into another offseason, the question of Carlos Boozer being amnestied is being raised once again. There are arguments for and against such a move, and we wanted to analyze both the pros and cons of doing so. Show More Summary

Heat vs. Pacers: What Each Team Needs to Win

Roy Hibbert and Paul George looked unstoppable in Game 2 against Miami, but will they be enough to overcome the Heat? Orlando Magic's Glen "Big Baby" Davis breaks down the key matchups in this best-of-seven series. Let us know your predictions in the comments section below. Read more NBA news on BleacherReport.com

Why Anti-Small-Ball Teams Are Thriving in 2013 NBA Playoffs

During a time when it looked like small ball was officially taking over the NBA, teams such as the Memphis Grizzlies, Indiana Pacers and, to a lesser extent, the San Antonio Spurs have bucked the trend. And it's working for them. All...Show More Summary

NBA Reviews Dwyane Wade's Elbow to Lance Stephenson's Head in Game 2

Dwyane Wade wasn't whistled for a foul when he caught Lance Stephenson with an elbow in Game 2, but now that the NBA will take a second look at the play, the Miami Heat guard might be in for some discipline. According to Jeff Zillgitt of USA Today, the play is being reviewed by the league to determine whether any punishment is necessary. Show More Summary

NBA reviewing Dwyane Wade's elbow to Lance Stephenson's head

Miami Heat shooting guard Dwyane Wade could be in line for punishment as the league reviews the errant elbow that caught Indiana Pacers guard Lance Stephenson's head in Game 2, Jeff Zillgitt of USA Today reports. More on the series:Show More Summary

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.

Golden State Warriors: 3 Players Who Should Be Signed to Long-Term Deals

The Golden State Warriors have compiled one of their best seasons in recent history, and the team has brought back excitement to a loyal fanbase in Oakland. A huge part of their success was due to the improvement and growth of the younger players on the roster. Show More Summary

Heat vs. Pacers: Bold Predictions for Each Team in Game 3

Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Miami Heat and Indiana Pacers will be decided by some intriguing trends from the previous two games. Indiana didn ’t play defense on LeBron James at the end of Game 1, which caused it to lose. Show More Summary

Highlighting Chicago Bulls' Top Free-Agent Target at Every Position

Unlike the summers of 2000 and 2010, the Chicago Bulls won’t have a ton of cap space this offseason. So that means mega free agents like Chris Paul and Dwight Howard aren’t taking their talents to the Windy City. And you can forget about guys like Josh Smith, Andre Iguodala, David West and Al Jefferson. Show More Summary

The Case for Dwight Howard's Free-Agent Homecoming to Atlanta Hawks

While the odds still favor Dwight Howard ending up with the Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets or Dallas Mavericks, there's actually a good argument to be made for the league's most discussed free agent returning home to join the Atlanta Hawks. Show More Summary

Signing Chris Smith Because of J.R. Would Be a Bad Move for the New York Knicks

J.R. Smith was sensational for the New York Knicks this season, despite a postseason collapse in which he shot 33 percent from the field. During the regular season, though, he averaged 18.1 points per game and won the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year award. Show More Summary

Supporting cast must step up for Miami Heat

The supporting cast has always raised issues for this team the past three seasons, but now Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade have entered the equation. Bosh and Wade have done little to assist James through two games, at least not the way they have in the past. James has scored 66 points in the series, nearly [...]

Spurs vs. Grizzlies Game 3: Live Score, Highlights and Analysis

The San Antonio Spurs aren't going to get ahead of themselves. The Memphis Grizzlies won't be looking back. Both teams know better. Of course, the Spurs have to concede that a 2-0 lead certainly gives them breathing room in the best-of-seven Western Conference Finals, but each club knows the series is far from over. Show More Summary

Is the 'LeBron James Show' Enough for Miami Heat to Repeat?

There's something different about this year's incarnation of the Miami Heat. While they are a deeper, more complex team, they're also relying more on LeBron James and less on Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade. Miami has become "LeBron James and Friends," rather than last year's version which was closer to "LeBron and Dwyane ft. Show More Summary

Roy Hibbert grows into true centerpiece for Pacers

With his massive size and even more massive contract, Roy Hibbert almost feels a responsibility to serve as bouncer for the Indiana Pacers. If that requires him to interrupt an interview with a throng of reporters to make sure that his locker room neighbor D.J. Augustin can get dressed, to cover for Paul George to block [...]

Miami Heat vs. Indiana Pacers: Game 3 Preview and Predictions

It's official, folks: The Miami Heat and Indiana Pacers are going to make the 2013 Eastern Conference Finals interesting. After LeBron James drove to the rim and stole from the Pacers a Game 1 win they thought they had locked up, there was the sense that Indiana might not get that close again. Show More Summary

NBA Free Agents 2013: Most Underrated Players Available This Offseason

Free agent classes are defined by their mega-stars, and as such, this summer will likely be coined "The Summer of Dwight" or "The Summer of CP3." But in truth, it's often the less-heralded free agents who come to define the subsequent seasons come June. Show More Summary

NBA Draft: Why Cleveland Cavaliers Should Draft Ben McLemore over Nerlens Noel

By unexpectedly winning the NBA draft lottery for the second time in the last three years, the Cleveland Cavaliers are set up nicely for the future. While Kentucky big man Nerlens Noel is the closest thing to a consensus number one overall...Show More Summary

Pacers Are Proving to Be Toughest Opponent in Big Three Era of Miami Heat

It wasn't until 10:45 was left in the fourth quarter of game two that the Miami Heat captured their first lead of the match against the Indiana Pacers. It lasted exactly 11 seconds long. The next two leads then came with 7:35 and 3:31 remaining on the clock. Show More Summary

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