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NBA BASKETBALL: N.Y. TIMES COVERAGE

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1. Joey Crawford Sounds Off on 35 Years as an N.B.A. Referee

The referee Joey Crawford discussed his sports psychologist, his biggest regrets from 35 years in the N.B.A. and washing shirts in the sink, among other topics.

2. N.B.A. Playoffs: Stoudemire a Maybe for the Knicks

The Knicks said that the status of Amar’e Stoudemire, who seriously cut his hand after Game 2, would probably be a game-time decision Sunday.

3. Thunder 103, Mavericks 97: Thunder Sweep Mavericks With Win at Dallas

James Harden scored 29 points as Oklahoma City knocked defending N.B.A. champion Dallas out of the playoffs.

4. Clippers 87, Grizzlies 86: Clippers Return Home and Regain Their Edge

Chris Paul scored 24 points and made the shot that put the Clippers ahead for good against the Grizzlies in Game 3.

5. N.B.A. Roundup: Pacers Beat Magic in Overtime and Lead Series 3-1

George Hill hit two free throws with 2.2 seconds left in overtime, helping Indiana after squandering a 19-point lead over the Orlando Magic in the fourth quarter.

6. Sports Briefing | Pro Basketball: Shaquille O’Neal Earns His Doctorate in Education

The former N.B.A. star Shaquille O’Neal received his doctoral degree in education from Barry University during commencement ceremonies in Miami Shores, Fla.

7. Oklahoma City Eliminate Champion Mavericks

The Oklahoma City Thunder roared home with a final quarter blitz to eliminate last season's NBA champions Dallas from the Western Conference playoffs, rallying for a 103-97 victory on Saturday.

8. Parker's 27 Help Spurs Take 3-0 Lead Over Jazz

Tony Parker scored 27 points, including 16 in the fourth quarter, as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Utah Jazz 102-90 Saturday night to take a 3-0 lead in their first-round Western Conference playoff series.

9. Thunder Rally to Complete 1st-Round Sweep of Mavs

Down by 13 points with less than 10 minutes remaining, youthful Oklahoma City could have easily have been content knowing they could go home for a Game 5 still needing to win only one more game.

10. Thunder C Perkins Out With Right Hip Strain

Oklahoma City's Kendrick Perkins is out of Game 4 of the playoff series against Dallas because of a right hip strain.

11. Paul, Griffin Lead Clippers Over Griz, 87-86

If the Los Angeles Clippers hadn't been so inept at the free throw line, Rudy Gay's last-second shot wouldn't have mattered.

12. Pacers Waste Big Lead, Beat Magic in OT, 101-99

The Indiana Pacers have looked like a team with enough talent to win in the playoffs.

13. Rondo Helps Celtics Beat Hawks 90-84 in OT

Celtics coach Doc Rivers looked at his aging team at the end of regulation, and he wasn't encouraged by what he saw.

14. 76ers Tops Bulls 79-74 in Game 3 for 2-1 Lead

Spencer Hawes officially knocked off Chicago in Game 3 with a late jumper that capped a 14-point rally.

15. Oklahoma City Eliminate Champion Mavericks

The Oklahoma City Thunder roared home in a final quarter blitz to eliminate the NBA champion Dallas Mavericks from the Western Conference playoffs with a 103-97 comeback victory on Saturday.

16. Nuggets' Big Men Come Up Big, Beat Lakers 99-84

The Denver Nuggets swore if they could just play with a lead, this first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers would be a whole lot different.

17. On Pro Basketball: Carmelo Anthony of Knicks Has Failed Repeatedly in Playoffs

Carmelo Anthony has rarely taken responsibility for his team’s failures, preferring to shift blame toward injuries, coaches or the playbook. He needs to mature.

18. 76ers 79, Bulls 74: 76ers Tops Bulls in Game 3 for 2-1 Series Lead

Spencer Hawes scored 21 points, grabbed 9 rebounds and hit the go-ahead jumper late in the game to help Philadelphia rally past Chicago and take a 2-1 lead in their first-round series.

19. Off the Dribble: Back When The Knicks Won One

The Knicks last won a playoff game in 2001, a 97-89 first-round victory against the Raptors.

20. Off the Dribble: Dallas Mavericks Prepare for a Last Stand

The Mavericks, last season's champions, are on the verge of being swept in the first round by the up-and-coming Thunder.

21. Off the Dribble: Heat's Bosh Returns to Miami to Visit Newborn

Heat forward Chris Bosh will return to New York in time to play the Knicks in Game 4 on Sunday afternoon.

22. On Basketball: Letting Anthony Go It Alone May Not Lead Knicks Anywhere

While Anthony has been on a scoring binge in the playoffs, the popular narrative around the team has been that the most prudent approach is to keep the ball in his hands.

23. SPORTS: The Drama King

William C. Rhoden says LeBron James is a hard-working actor on the basketball court, playing to the crowd and often overacting.

24. Knicks-Heat Replay: Game 3

Action from Madison Square Garden, as Miami defeated New York, 87-70, to take a 3-0 lead in their first-round series.

25. Knicks-Heat Photo Replay: Game 2

Action from Miami’s 104-94 victory over the Knicks at American Airlines Arena, as the Heat took a 2-0 series lead.

26. Celtics 90, Hawks 84 (OT): Rondo Helps Celtics Beat Hawks in OT

Rajon Rondo had a triple-double to lead the host Celtics to an overtime victory over the Atlanta Hawks, giving Boston a 2-1 lead in their first-round playoff series.

27. Celtics Ground the Hawks, 76ers Edge the Bulls

The Boston Celtics, lifted by the return of suspended guard Rajon Rondo, scraped past the Atlanta Hawks 90-84 in overtime on Friday to take a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference quarter-final series.

28. Thunder Could Sweep Defending Champs in 1st Round

Derek Fisher remembers how it felt to be swept out of the playoffs by the Dallas Mavericks.

29. Down 3-0, Knicks Hope Stoudemire Can Play Sunday

Amare Stoudemire had a message for his teammates after watching the New York Knicks' latest postseason failure.

NBA BASKETBALL: CBS SPORTS COVERAGE

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1. Parker's 27 points help Spurs top Jazz, lead 3-0

2. Bulls' Noah ruled out of Game 4 against Sixers with sprained ankle

Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah is out for Game 4 of the playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers because of a sprained left ankle.

3. Clippers survive late Grizzlies rally, claim 2-1 lead

Chris Paul had 24 points and 11 assists and high-flying Blake Griffin added 17 points for the Los Angeles Clippers, who beat the Memphis Grizzles 87-86 Saturday only after Rudy Gay missed a jumper just before the buzzer.

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5. Harden huge in fourth as Thunder sweep Mavs

James Harden scored 15 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter as Oklahoma City rallied for a 103-97 victory Saturday night to sweep the defending NBA champion Dallas Mavericks out of the playoffs.

6. Lakers' Bynum admits he wasn't ready for Game 3 in Denver

Andrew Bynum is promising to get to the Pepsi Center early for Game 4 of the Los Angeles Lakers' first-round series against the Denver Nuggets following his scoreless first half in Game 3.

7. First-year starter Anderson fifth Magic player to win Most Improved

Orlando Magic forward Ryan Anderson was named the NBA's Most Improved Player on Friday.

NBA BASKETBALL: FANTASY NEWS

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1. Postseason Extra: A season of distinct highs, lows

The regular season is over, but as the playoffs get under way, our Chris Towers takes a step back to take a look at the season that was.

2. What's on the Schedule: Week 17

It's the final week of Fantasy Basketball, but our Adam Moore says the Week 17 schedule still has some interesting twists and turns.

3. Week 17 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em

This is it. The final week in Fantasy. Our Chris Towers looks at the rosters and tells you which players could help you end it all on a high note.

4. Week 16 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em

J.J. Barea takes his turn at running the Timberwolves, with injuries knocking out Ricky Rubio and now Luke Ridnour. Our Chris Towers touches on that and much more in this week's Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

5. What's on the Schedule: Week 16

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6. Waiver Wire: Who can help bring a title?

For many leagues it all comes down to the next week. Whch available players will help you just enough to secure a title in your league? Our Ed Gauna is here to help with his look at the waiver wire.

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8. What's on the Schedule: Week 15

What does Week 15 offer you for a title push? Our Adam Moore has you covered in his latest schedule breakdown.

9. Week 15 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em

J.J. Hickson has never really delivered on his potential, in part due to him being a defensive liability. However, as our Chris Towers writes, his could provide an offensive spark for both the Blazers and owners.

10. Courtside Seat: Can Bargnani still help you?

Need some postseason assistance? Our Jamey Eisenberg takes a look at some guys who may or may not be helpful for Fantasy owners heading into the playoffs.

11. Waiver Wire: Thompson becoming an impact player

You've made it this far, so don't let faulty waiver wire activity bring you down now. Ed Gauna points out a few players at each position who are poised to help you continue your march to a title.

12. What's on the Schedule: Week 14

Taking advantage of the schedule quirks this time of year can make all the difference. Our Adam Moore shares his observations on the week ahead from a Fantasy perspective.

13. Week 14 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em

The Rockets are quietly making a playoff push, thanks in large part to the play of rookie Chandler Parsons. Our Chris Towers likes his chances of being successful in his latest Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

14. Courtside Seat: Back in the nick of time?

Which injured players should you hold out hope for this season as the Fantasy playoffs approach? Our Jamey Eisenberg tells you who to count on down the stretch and much more from his Courtside Seat.

15. Waiver Wire: Time for reinforcements

The Fantasy playoffs are here or just around the corner for most owners, so any help off the waiver wire could make all the difference. Our Ed Gauna helps you upgrade your lineups.

16. What's on the Schedule: Week 13

This will be the final week of regular season action for many Fantasy Basketball leagues, so our Adam Moore breaks down the Week 13 schedule to help you make one final playoff push.

17. Week 13 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em

Kenneth Faried could become a double-double regular and Chris Towers says he's one of the best rookies in the league in Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

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19. Courtside Seat: 2012 trade deadline recap

Ramon Sessions and the Lakers are looking great after Thursday's trade deadline. Jamey Eisenberg points out five winners and five losers from his Courtside Seat.

20. Waiver Wire: Dragic steps up in a pinch

The Fantasy Basketball playoffs are almost here. Ed Gauna takes a look at what's out there for you in his latest dive into the waiver wire.

21. What's on the Schedule: Week 12

Week 12 will be an exciting one simply because of the amount of action on the courts. But that doesn't make the Fantasy decisions any easier. Get the help you need from Adam Moore's schedule breakdown.

22. Week 12 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em

The Clippers have five games in Fantasy Week 12, all at home. Our Chris Towers makes the case for Mo Williams, Randy Foye and others in his latest Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

23. Courtside Seat: Time to look ahead

It's never too early start thinking about the future, so our Jamey Eisenberg takes a look at the 2012-13 Fantasy Basketball Rankings.

24. Waiver Wire: Pushing for World Peace

The Fantasy Basketball playoffs are on the horizon, so it's time to bolster that lineup. Our Ed Gauna makes his case for Metta World Peace and a few others in his latest look at the waiver wire.

25. LIVE Fantasy Hoops chat, Mon., 4 p.m. ET

Our Jamey Eisenberg stops by to answer your Fantasy Basketball questions in advance of Week 11 in his LIVE chat, starting at 4 p.m. ET.

26. What's on the Schedule: Week 11

The NBA is back to a full slate of games in Week 11 and our Adam Moore tells you which teams' schedules offer the best and worst Fantasy implications.

27. Week 11 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em

Roddy Beaubois and the Mavericks play five times in Fantasy Week 11, great news for owners. Our Chris Towers pumps up Beaubois and many others in his latest edition of Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

NBA BASKETBALL: PLAYER UPDATES

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1. Bonner plays through pain

Spurs center Matt Bonner played through a deep thigh bruise during Saturday’s Game 4 win over the Jazz, scoring three points on 1 of 2 shooting in 16 minutes. Bonner also grabbed a rebound and blocked two shots in the 102-90 victory that pushed the Spurs to the brink of the second round.

2. Splitter plays through wrist injury

As expected, Spurs center Tiago Splitter was active and played in Saturday’s Game 3 in Utah, and he scored 10 points and added eight rebounds and a block in 18 minutes as the Spurs pushed the Jazz to the brink of elimination with a 102-90 win.

3. Miles inactive yet again

Jazz forward C.J. Miles missed Saturday’s Game 4 against the Spurs, as he continues to deal with a calf injury. He reportedly worked out with the team on Thursday and Friday, but was once again unable to get on the floor.

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5. Stoudemire a game-time decision

Knicks forward Amar’e Stoudemire will try to return to the floor for Sunday’s Game 4 matchup against the Heat after missing Game 3 with a laceration on his left hand, however Knicks coach Mike Woodson would only say that he is a game-time decision for the contest. Stoudemire went through practice with the team on Saturday, and while Woodson did tell the New York Post that he looked “pretty good” while going through the team’s scripted offense, whether he plays or not is out of both Stoudemire and Woodson’s hands. “I hope pretty good. He looked pretty good on the floor but it’s not my decision,” Woodson said. “It’s going to be the doctors’ decision.’’

6. Butler makes surprise return

Clippers forward Caron Butler, who suffered a fracture in his left hand during Game 1 of the Western Conference playoffs in Memphis last Sunday that was expected to keep him out for four to six weeks, was surprisingly in the starting lineup for Game 3 on Saturday. Butler played 22 minutes in the game, scoring four points with three rebounds, however he said before the game that the chance to help the team win was worth playing through the pain. "Being able to go out there and support my team is the most important thing to me," Butler said in a statement before the game. "I can play through the pain if it means I can help us take the lead in the series." The Clippers would win the game, 87-86 to take a 2-1 lead in the series.

7. Perkins exits Game 3 early

Thunder center Kendrick Perkins was forced to leave Saturday's Game 4 against the Mavericks with a right hip strain. He was able to play just eight minutes before leaving in the first quarter, and he would not return.

8. Smith expects to play Sunday

Hawks forward Josh Smith told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Saturday that he expects to play through his sprained left knee, unless he “falls down the escalator and re-injures something,” Smith said. He said the knee has been feeling better every day that he has rested since injuring it during Game 2, and he plans to play through whatever pain he might be dealing with. "I'm probably going to play regardless how [knee] feels because I know the importance of this game,” he said.

9. Noah could miss series

After suffering a severely sprained ankle on Friday during Game 3 in Philadelphia, Bulls center Joakim Noah has been declared doubtful for the rest of the first-round series. According to the Chicago Tribune, an X-ray confirmed that Noah suffered no break or fracture on the left ankle, however the team does not expect him back for Sunday’s Game 4.

10. Harrington plans to play through nose injury

Nuggets forward Al Harrington suffered a fractured nose during Friday's Game 3 against the Lakers. While he did not play in the fourth quarter due to the injury, he told reporters after the game that he plans on playing in Sunday's Game 4, though he will likely wear a mask. Harrington played just 17 minutes on Friday, scoring seven points on 2 of 4 shooting, with just two rebounds and two assists.

11. Rondo triples up in return from suspension

Celtics guard Rajon Rondo made up for lost time on Friday, putting up the sixth postseason triple-double of his career, with 17 points, 12 assist and 14 rebounds in Game 3 of the first round of the playoffs against the Hawks, to lead the Celtics to a 90-84 win. Rondo, who missed the second game of the series after being suspended for bumping into a referee, played 49 minutes in the overtime game, shooting 7 of 22 from the field, while adding four steals and six turnovers in the game.

12. Allen returns to the floor

After missing the final games of the regular season and first two of the postseason, guard Ray Allen was finally back on the floor for the Celtics for Friday’s Game 3 against the Hawks. Allen played 37 minutes in the game, scoring 13 points on 6 of 12 shooting, and he might have to be inserted back into the starting lineup for Game 4, after Avery Bradley was forced to miss the entire fourth quarter with a dislocated left shoulder.

13. Bradley exits with shoulder dislocation

Celtics guard Avery Bradley was forced to leave Friday’s Game 3 against Atlanta with two minutes remaining after suffering a dislocated left shoulder, and he was unable to return to the game. "Shoulder went out," Celtics coach Doc Rivers told ESPN.com. "And he's had that problem all year. Usually they're able to -- like a Lego -- snap it back in. It wouldn't go back in. So we'll find out more (Saturday)." He was expected to return to the game, however after being tended to by team physicians, was ruled out.

14. Pachulia still waiting to return

The Hawks were without center Zaza Pachulia yet again on Friday for Game 3 against the Celtics, as he continues to deal with a foot injury. He is expected to return for Game 5, with an outside shot of getting back on the floor for Sunday's Game 4.

15. Delfino goes under the knife

The Bucks announced on Thursday that forward Carlos Delfino underwent successful surgery to repair a sports hernia, an injury he dealt with for the final month of the season. Recovery time is expected to be between six and eight weeks, and he should be fully healed by the time next season begins.

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NBA BASKETBALL : SPORTS ILLUSTRATED COVERAGE

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1. Game Recap

With a Game 5 all but certain, Oklahoma City woke up when it counted. The Thunder stormed back in the fourth to subdue the Mavs 103-97 in Game 4 and sweep the defending champs.

2. Clippers stage rally to take Game 3

LOS ANGELES (AP) If the Los Angeles Clippers hadn't been so inept at the free throw line, Rudy Gay's last-second shot wouldn't have mattered.

3. LeBron: NBA champion shouldn't include asterisk

4. Rondo, Celtics rally by Hawks in OT

BOSTON (AP) Celtics coach Doc Rivers looked at his aging team at the end of regulation, and he wasn't encouraged by what he saw.

5. Report: Stoudemire a GTD for Sunday's Game 4

6. Bulls' Noah out for Game 4 with sprained ankle

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah is out for Game 4 of the playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers because of a sprained left ankle.

7. Brian Hendrickson: Thunder avenge 2011 loss, sweep defending champion Mavs

The Thunder showed how far they've come by sweeping the Mavs in their 103-97 Game 4 victory. Dallas, however, must now decide the fate of its aging roster, says Brian Hendrickson.

8. Lee Jenkins: Clips' new playmaker, closer Paul guides them to Game 3 victory

The Clippers seized control of their series with an 87-86 victory over the Grizzlies in Game 3. L.A. is getting used to such success fueled by the versatility of Chris Paul, says Lee Jenkins.

9. Bulls' Noah doubtful for Game 4 with ankle sprain

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau says forward Joakim Noah is doubtful for Game 4 on Sunday against the 76ers because of a sprained ankle.

10. Lakers' Bynum says he wasn't ready for Game 3

DENVER (AP) -- Andrew Bynum is promising he'll be on time and on target Sunday night.

NBA BASKETBALL: YAHOO SPORTS COVERAGE

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1. Thunder rally to complete 1st-round sweep of Mavs (Yahoo! Sports)

DALLAS (AP) Down by 13 points with less than 10 minutes remaining, youthful Oklahoma City could have easily have been content knowing they could go home for a Game 5 still needing to win only one more game.

2. Bulls C Noah out for Game 4 with sprained ankle (Yahoo! Sports)

PHILADELPHIA (AP) Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah is out for Game 4 of the playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers because of a sprained left ankle.

3. Paul, Griffin lead Clippers over Griz, 87-86 (Yahoo! Sports)

LOS ANGELES (AP) If the Los Angeles Clippers hadn't been so inept at the free throw line, Rudy Gay's last-second shot wouldn't have mattered.

4. Parker helps, Spurs take 3-0 lead over Jazz (Yahoo! Sports)

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) Through nearly 40 minutes, the Utah Jazz made Tony Parker look average.

5. Pacers waste big lead, beat Magic in OT, 101-99 (Yahoo! Sports)

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) The Indiana Pacers have looked like a team with enough talent to win in the playoffs.

6. Lakers C Bynum said he wasn't ready for Game 3 (Yahoo! Sports)

DENVER (AP) Andrew Bynum is promising he'll be on time and on target Sunday night.

7. Down 3-0, Knicks hope Stoudemire can play Sunday (Yahoo! Sports)

GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) Amare Stoudemire had a message for his teammates after watching the New York Knicks' latest postseason failure.

8. Miami seeks 1st quick finish to Heat-Knicks series (Yahoo! Sports)

GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) Those Heat-Knicks series of the late 1990s always went the distance, momentum seemingly turning with every game.

9. Hawks limp through playoff series against Celtics (Yahoo! Sports)

BOSTON (AP) The Atlanta Hawks seemed to have found the answer to their injury woes: a rejuvenated Tracy McGrady, who was putting together a playoff game reminiscent of his youth.

10. Shaq earns doctorate in education at Barry in Fla (Yahoo! Sports)

MIAMI (AP) Former NBA star Shaquille O'Neal is a doctor now.

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NBA BASKETBALL: ESPN SPORTS COVERAGE

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1. Daily Dime

The Thunder swept away the champs, leaving the Mavs searching for answers

2. Bulls' Noah (ankle) out for Game 4 in Philly

Joakim Noah will miss Sunday's Game 4 against the 76ers.

3. Harden, Thunder rally, complete sweep of Mavs

James Harden scored 15 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter as Oklahoma City rallied for a 103-97 victory Saturday night to sweep the defending NBA champion Dallas Mavericks out of the playoffs.

4. Clippers hold off Grizzlies at buzzer, go up 2-1

5. Spurs take 3-0 lead as Parker takes over in 4th

6. Pacers hold off Magic in overtime, go up 3-1

George Hill hit a pair of free throws with 2.2 seconds left in overtime to help the Indiana Pacers survive squandering a 19-point fourth quarter lead and beat the Orlando Magic 101-99 on Saturday to take a 3-1 series lead.

7. Amare practices, game-time call for Game 4

New York Knicks forward Amare Stoudemire practiced in full on Saturday and is a game-time decision for Game 4 of the Knicks-Miami Heat series on Sunday.

8. Lakers' Bynum: I wasn't ready for Game 3

Andrew Bynum is promising to get to the Pepsi Center early for Game 4 of the Los Angeles Lakers' first-round series against the Denver Nuggets following his scoreless first half in Game 3.

9. LeBron: No asterisk for title in lockout season

LeBron James doesn't want to hear anything about an asterisk.

10. Cuban doesn't regret parting with Chandler

Even with his defending NBA championship team on the verge of first-round elimination, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban had no regrets about his post-lockout decision not to retain the core of last season's team.

11. Dr. Shaq? O'Neal receives education doctorate

Former NBA star Shaquille O'Neal is a doctor now.

12. Kidd says Nets should make free agency splash

Jason Kidd, who guided the New Jersey Nets to two NBA Finals appearances a decade ago, said he expects the now-completed move to Brooklyn to lift the franchise to "another level" starting with a big splash in free agency this summer.

13. Magic's Anderson NBA's Most Improved Player

Magic forward Ryan Anderson entered this season knowing he'd have a chance to contribute to an NBA team like never before.

14. Hall of Famer Erving returns to 76ers as adviser

Julius Erving has returned to the Philadelphia 76ers as a strategic adviser.

15. Wolves owner Taylor begins to seek successor

As Glen Taylor contemplates the eventual day when he wants to walk away, he is trying to take steps to ensure that the Minnesota Timberwolves stay in his home state for the long haul.

16. Evans: Grizzlies 'punked' Clippers in Game 2

Los Angeles Clippers forward Reggie Evans said the Clippers got "punked" by the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 2 of their first-round series and need to respond in Game 3 in Los Angeles.

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1. Hawks star forward Josh Smith plans to return tonight

As far as Hawks forward Josh Smith is concerned, the only thing could keep him from playing in Game 4 against the...

2. James Harden leads Thunder to win, first-round sweep of Mavericks

DALLAS -- They knew it wouldn't be easy. They knew the defending champs, with their backs against a historic...

3. James Harden has made the Thunder a three-headed monster

DALLAS -- The Mavericks tried to stop James Harden. Promise. The Mavs tried zone. They tried man-to-man.

4. Thunder comes at Mavericks 'like a buzz saw' in fourth quarter

DALLAS -- "We didn't crumble," three-time scoring champ Kevin Durant said after the Thunder's 103-97 series-clinching...

5. Thunder center Kendrick Perkins suffers right hip injury, is day-to-day

Thunder starting center Kendrick Perkins suffered a right hip strain at the 4:09 mark of the first quarter on...

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7. Tony Parker's 27 help Spurs take 3-0 lead over Jazz

SALT LAKE CITY - Tony Parker scored 27 points, including 16 in the fourth quarter, as the San Antonio Spurs...

8. Down 19, Magic rallies but fall to Pacers in overtime

ORLANDO, Fla. - Glen Davis sat on the Orlando Magic bench after his potential game-tying shot careened off...

9. Bulls face Game 4 with Joakim Noah likely out as well as Derrick Rose

PHILADELPHIA - All hope isn't lost. Tom Thibodeau still had his comfort phrase at the ready, saying he has...

10. Thunder sweep away Mavs, 103-97

James Harden scored 15 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter as the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder rallied for a 103-97 win Saturday night to sweep the defending NBA champion Dallas Mavericks out of the playoffs in four straight.

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We win the 2009-10 College Basketball Post-Season Handicapping Championship at the Las Vegas Sports Monitor. See our Award Certificate HERE.

We win the 2009-10 College Basketball Regular-Season Handicapping Championship at the Las Vegas Sports Monitor. See our Award Certificate HERE.

We win the 2009 College Football Regular-Season Handicapping Championship at the Las Vegas Sports Monitor. See our Award Certificate HERE.

We win the 2009 NFL Pre-Season Handicapping Championship at the Las Vegas Sports Monitor. See our Award Certificate HERE.

We finish #1 in the NBA Playoffs Championship Contest at the Las Vegas Sports Monitor (category: Best Win-%, All Sides)

We finish #1 in the 2009 NHL Playoffs Championship Contest at The Sports Monitor (category: Best Win-% (minimum 10 plays), Best Bets)

We finish #1 in the 2009 NHL Regular-Season Championship Contest at The Sports Monitor (category: Best Win-%, All Sides)

We finish #1 in the 2009 NBA Regular-Season Championship Contest at the Las Vegas Sports Monitor (category: Best Win-%, All Sides)

We win the 2009 NFL Post-Season Handicapping Championship at the Las Vegas Sports Monitor. See our Award Certificate HERE.

293: WE HAVE THIS MANY #1-CATEGORY FINISHES IN DOCUMENTED HANDICAPPING CONTESTS

95	FOOTBALL	WE HAVE THIS MANY #1-FINISHES IN THIS SPORT
67	BASKETBALL	WE HAVE THIS MANY #1-FINISHES IN THIS SPORT
41	BASEBALL	WE HAVE THIS MANY #1-FINISHES IN THIS SPORT
36	HOCKEY	WE HAVE THIS MANY #1-FINISHES IN THIS SPORT
9	SOCCER	WE HAVE THIS MANY #1-FINISHES IN THIS SPORT
45	SPECIAL AWARDS	WE HAVE THIS MANY #1-FINISHES IN THESE

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BASKETBALL PACKAGES: NAME & ITEM CODE	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
FULL SEASON OF ALL NBA BASKETBALL (BAS-NBA-ALL-SEA) You will get your plays by an emailed report - or you can call us	$895	(ALL SIDES & TOTALS) About 33 weeks: INCLUDES ALL PLAYOFFS Daily cost = just $8+/day SAVE $8400 off the daily rate THE VERY BEST rate - NEW - LOWEST rate EVER! OUR MOST POPULAR NBA PACKAGE!

FULL SEASON OF ALL NBA BASKETBALL

(BAS-NBA-ALL-SEA)

You will get your plays by an emailed report -

or you can call us

$895

(ALL SIDES & TOTALS)

About 33 weeks: INCLUDES ALL PLAYOFFS

Daily cost = just $8+/day

SAVE $8400 off the daily rate

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BASKETBALL PACKAGES: NAME & ITEM CODE PRICE DESCRIPTION

BASKETBALL PACKAGES: NAME & ITEM CODE	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
COLLEGE BASKETBALL POST-SEASON: (BAS-CBB-POST) You will get your plays by an emailed report - or you can call us	$49	(ALL SIDES & TOTALS) - NEW! Lowest rate EVER 21 DIFFERENT CONFERENCE TOURNAMENTS; THE POST-SEASON CBI & CI TOURNAMENTS; THE NIT TOURNAMENT; AND, OF COURSE, THE MOST EXCITING TOURNEY OF ALL, THE NCAA! NOTE: This is included in our most-popular all-inclusive college basketball seasonal package found near the top of this page.

COLLEGE BASKETBALL POST-SEASON:

(BAS-CBB-POST)

You will get your plays by an emailed report -

or you can call us

$49

(ALL SIDES & TOTALS) - NEW! Lowest rate EVER

21 DIFFERENT CONFERENCE TOURNAMENTS; THE POST-SEASON CBI & CI TOURNAMENTS; THE NIT TOURNAMENT; AND, OF COURSE, THE MOST EXCITING TOURNEY OF ALL, THE NCAA!

NOTE: This is included in our most-popular all-inclusive college basketball seasonal package found near the top of this page.

BASKETBALL PACKAGES: NAME & ITEM CODE PRICE DESCRIPTION

BASKETBALL PACKAGES: NAME & ITEM CODE	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
FULL SEASON OF ALL WNBA BASKETBALL (BAS-WNBA-ALL-SEA) You will get your plays by an emailed report - or you can call us	$495	(ALL SIDES & TOTALS) INCLUDES ALL PLAYOFFS - 18+ WEEKS Daily cost = just $3+/day SAVE $2018 off the daily rate THE VERY BEST rate - NEW - LOWEST rate EVER! OUR MOST POPULAR WNBA PACKAGE!

FULL SEASON OF ALL WNBA BASKETBALL

(BAS-WNBA-ALL-SEA)

You will get your plays by an emailed report -

or you can call us

$495

(ALL SIDES & TOTALS)

INCLUDES ALL PLAYOFFS - 18+ WEEKS

Daily cost = just $3+/day

SAVE $2018 off the daily rate

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BASKETBALL PACKAGES: NAME & ITEM CODE PRICE DESCRIPTION

BASKETBALL PACKAGES: NAME & ITEM CODE	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
THE ULTIMATE BASKETBALL PACKAGE (BAS-ULT-BSKT) You will get your plays by an emailed report - or you can call us	$2595	(ALL SIDES & TOTALS) OVER THE YEAR THIS WORKS OUT TO $7+/DAY EVERY side & total for college basketball, NBA, & WNBA! All post-season releases are included: NBA playoffs; WNBA playoffs; 21 DIFFERENT CONFERENCE TOURNAMENTS; THE POST-SEASON CBI & CI TOURNAMENTS; THE NIT TOURNAMENT; AND, OF COURSE, THE MOST EXCITING TOURNEY OF ALL, THE NCAA! An extraordinary package running a full calendar year - 52 weeks - from the time you start, with hoop action taking place in about 46 of those weeks. We thought we'd include it here because most of the plays will be college & NBA plays. SAVE $1955 off the seasonal & post- season prices SAVE exactly $6000 off the combined weekly prices for college, NBA & WNBA hoops and the post-season package prices for each A VERY POPULAR PACKAGE FOR US! A UNIQUE rate - NEW rate - LOWEST ever!

THE ULTIMATE BASKETBALL PACKAGE

(BAS-ULT-BSKT)

You will get your plays by an emailed report -

or you can call us

$2595

(ALL SIDES & TOTALS)

OVER THE YEAR THIS WORKS OUT TO $7+/DAY

EVERY side & total for college basketball, NBA, & WNBA!

All post-season releases are included: NBA playoffs; WNBA playoffs; 21 DIFFERENT CONFERENCE TOURNAMENTS; THE POST-SEASON CBI & CI TOURNAMENTS; THE NIT TOURNAMENT; AND, OF COURSE, THE MOST EXCITING TOURNEY OF ALL, THE NCAA!

An extraordinary package running a full calendar year - 52 weeks - from the time you start, with hoop action taking place in about 46 of those weeks.

We thought we'd include it here because most of the plays will be college & NBA plays.

SAVE $1955 off the seasonal & post- season prices

SAVE exactly $6000 off the combined weekly prices for college, NBA & WNBA hoops and the post-season package prices for each

A VERY POPULAR PACKAGE FOR US!

A UNIQUE rate - NEW rate - LOWEST ever!

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