Sorry, Giannis: East now runs through BrooklynSorry, Giannis: East now runs through Brooklyn
The same problems that have haunted the Bucks the past few years are now magnified with Kevin Durant and company running amok in the Eastern Conference.
Day: January 19, 2021
Sources: Wizards eye midweek return to practiceSources: Wizards eye midweek return to practice
Despite reeling with six remaining healthy players, the Wizards are hopeful they can resume practicing as soon as Wednesday — nine days after the franchise’s last game amid a coronavirus outbreak within the team, sources told ESPN.
Jackson: Kyrie purchased house for Floyd familyJackson: Kyrie purchased house for Floyd family
Kyrie Irving bought the family of the late George Floyd a house, according to former NBA player and Floyd’s friend Stephen Jackson.
Best friends Larkin, Werenski drop glovesBest friends Larkin, Werenski drop gloves
Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin and Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski are best friends, but that didn’t matter when they dropped the gloves Monday night.
Duke drops off AP Top 25 for first time since ’16Duke drops off AP Top 25 for first time since ’16
Gonzaga and Baylor maintained their grip on the top two spots in Sports Betting News men’s basketball poll, while Duke fell out of the rankings for the first time since 2016.
No. 21 Ducks resume play after weeklong pauseNo. 21 Ducks resume play after weeklong pause
The No. 21 Oregon Ducks have been cleared to resume playing basketball after a weeklong pause because of COVID-19 protocols.
Aldridge, DeRozan lead Spurs over Trail Blazers 125-104Aldridge, DeRozan lead Spurs over Trail Blazers 125-104
LaMarcus Aldridge had 22 points, DeMar DeRozan had 20 points and 11 assists and the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 125-104 on Monday. Rudy Gay and Patty Mills came off the bench for 21 points apiece as the Spurs reserves outscored Portland backups 59-24. ”Their bench hurt us,” Blazers coach Terry Stotts said.
Wizards see a 5th consecutive game postponed by virus issuesWizards see a 5th consecutive game postponed by virus issues
The Washington Wizards are now assured of going at least 11 days between games, after yet another postponement while the team deals with COVID-19 issues. The Wizards’ game that was scheduled to be played Wednesday in Charlotte is now off, the NBA said Monday. Washington has seen five consecutive games pushed back, and the earliest the Wizards will play again is Friday at Milwaukee.
Warriors at Lakers: Three keys to victoryWarriors at Lakers: Three keys to victory
Any success the Warriors have in their first meeting with the Lakers this season is dependent on these three factors.
Report: 76ers thought they had a deal done for James HardenReport: 76ers thought they had a deal done for James Harden
Does this support the theory Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta refused to trade Harden to Philadelphia?