Basketball
LeBron critical of U.S. efforts to get Griner home
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Tuesday, 12 July 2022 15:51
As Brittney Griner's wrongful detention in Russia has galvanized the sports world in support of the WNBA star's return to the United States, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James questioned why Griner would want to return to a country that has taken so much time to aid in a resolution for her."Now, how can she feel like America has her…
Sources: Jazz change tune, listening on Mitchell
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Tuesday, 12 July 2022 15:51
After the Utah Jazz earlier shut down inquiries about All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell, rival teams say they are now showing a willingness to listen on possible trade scenarios, sources tell ESPN on Tuesday.The asking price appears to be steep, but in the wake of Utah's recent Rudy Gobert blockbuster deal to Minnesota, the Jazz are no longer simply dismissing calls…
Jefferson officiates 2nd quarter of Knicks-Blazers
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Tuesday, 12 July 2022 00:29
LAS VEGAS -- Richard Jefferson was called for 2,637 fouls in his playing career, along with 45 technicals. He fouled out of 14 games. He even got ejected twice.He always suspected referees didn't have an easy job.He's now certain they don't.Jefferson, who played 17 seasons in the NBA and now works as an analyst for ESPN, was making his officiating…
LaVine met only with Bulls: 'Chicago is my home'
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Monday, 11 July 2022 17:46
CHICAGO -- Although Zach LaVine said he went into NBA free agency this summer with an "open mind," his decision to return to the Chicago Bulls turned out to be an easy one, especially once the team offered him a five-year max contract extension with a player option for the fifth season."Chicago is my home," LaVine said during a video…
Magic shut Banchero down after sterling SL debut
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Monday, 11 July 2022 17:46
LAS VEGAS -- Paolo Banchero showed the Orlando Magic plenty in his two Summer League contests. And the Magic decided that was enough.The No. 1 pick is getting the rest of summer league off, after averaging 20 points, six assists and five rebounds in his two games in Las Vegas. The Magic made the decision so they could evaluate other…
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Monday, 11 July 2022 17:46
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Sources: Blazers extend Lillard 2 years for $122M
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Man sentenced on lesser charges in Wright death
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Former NBA referee and Hall of Famer Evans dies
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