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| Iguodala's last-second shot lifts Sixers over Lakers |
NBA Basketball |
03/18/2009 |
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| Los Angeles, CA (BettingExpress) - Andre Iguodala knocked down a game-winning three-pointer just before the final buzzer sounded, as the Philadelphia 76ers nipped the Los Angeles Lakers, 94-93, at Staples Center. Iguodala, who missed his previous six attempts from downtown prior to nailing the game-winner, finished with 25 points for the Sixers, who were coming off a perfect three-game homestand. "It felt good," Iguodala said of the game-winner. "Coach [Tony DiLeo] drew up a play, and I said, 'No. I am going to |
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| NBA Central: Pistons trying to save face |
NBA Basketball |
03/17/2009 |
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| when reaching the century mark in points. Much of Cleveland's success in 2008-09 can be directed towards two plays: Superstar LeBron James and much-improved point guard Mo Williams. The tandem is currently tied with Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol of the Los Angeles Lakers as the highest scoring duo at 46.6 ppg. James and Williams have led the Cavs to five straight wins and helped open a four-game homestand with a 98-93 victory over the New York Knicks on Sunday. The Cavaliers will also host the Blazers and Hawks on t |
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| Lakers welcome Sixers to Hollywood |
NBA Basketball |
03/17/2009 |
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| (BettingExpress) - The Los Angeles Lakers continue their march to the postseason on Tuesday when they resume a three-game homestand by hosting the Philadelphia 76ers at Staples Center. The Lakers won the opener of the residency on Sunday when Trevor Ariza set a career high with 26 points to help Los Angeles stave off a late Dallas rally, as the Lakers edged the Mavericks 107-100. Kobe Bryant added 28 points, eight rebounds and five assists for the Lakers, who have won three in a row and five of six overall. Pau |
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| Mavs hope to stay sharp at home vs. Pistons |
NBA Basketball |
03/17/2009 |
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| as it is currently seeded eighth in the standings. It is one game behind the seventh seed and two games off the fifth spot. The Mavs, though, have lost two in a row overall after a three-game winning streak and suffered a 107-100 defeat against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday in the finale of a four-game road trip. Jason Terry tied a career mark with seven three-pointers made en route to a game-best 29 points for the Mavs. Dirk Nowitzki added 20 points and James Singleton chipped in 16 and 10 boards for Dallas, |
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| Bryant, James earn NBA weekly honors |
NBA Basketball |
03/16/2009 |
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| New York, NY (BettingExpress) - Cleveland's LeBron James and Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers have been selected as the NBA's top players for the week ending March 15. James captured the Eastern Conference award for the sixth time this season. He was second in the league with averages of 34.0 points and 10.8 assists for the week, while adding 8.8 rebounds. He became the 12th player in NBA history to have three consecutive triple-doubles and recorded his eighth career game of 50-plus points as the Cavs went |
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| Rockets visit Hornets for Southwest shootout |
NBA Basketball |
03/16/2009 |
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| Orleans occupying the fifth overall slot. The Rockets missed out on an opportunity to gain some ground on the first- place Spurs on Saturday and have now dropped two of its last three games. Houston suffered a 102-96 setback at home to the powerful Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday. Ron Artest led Houston with 21 points in Saturday's loss and both Yao Ming and Aaron Brooks scored 18. Yao added 11 rebounds on the evening. The Rockets are a so-so 16-17 on the road for the season, but the club has won three of its la |
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| Mavs finish road trip in LA vs. Lakers |
NBA Basketball |
03/15/2009 |
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| (BettingExpress) - The Dallas Mavericks conclude a tough four-game road trip Sunday against the Western Conference's top team, the Los Angeles Lakers, at Staples Center. The Mavs fell to 2-1 on the trip in Oakland on Friday when Stephen Jackson scored 31 points and dished out 10 assists, as Golden State got by Dallas, 119-100, at ORACLE Arena. Jason Kidd logged his 102nd career triple-double with 21 points, 11 assists and 10 boards for the Mavericks, who were coming off an impressive win against the Trail Blazer |
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| Rockets, Spurs meet in Southwest shootout |
NBA Basketball |
03/14/2009 |
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| e Luis Scola netted 15 and Aaron Brooks 10. The Spurs, who lead the Rockets by three games in the loss column, failed to complete a four-game homestand in perfect fashion on Thursday when Kobe Bryant's three-point dagger with 1:46 to play helped the Los Angeles Lakers fend off San Antonio, 102-95, and clinch the Pacific Division title. Michael Finley and Tony Parker each scored 25 points for the Spurs. Parker also dished out nine assists, while Tim Duncan notched a double- double with 16 points and 11 rebounds. T |
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| Around College Basketball: March Madness, a national holiday? |
College Basketball |
03/14/2009 |
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| ekend, first and foremost former UNLV coach Jerry Tarkanian, who had a front-row seat for every game. In Las Vegas, Tark the Shark is still as big as Wayne Newton. NBA coaching legend Pat Riley had to make do with a seat further up in the crowd. The Los Angeles Lakers and other pro teams take a back seat to the Runnin' Rebels in Vegas. On the court, there was little doubt that Gonzaga was the king. It is remarkable what Mark Few and company have constructed during a decade of success in Spokane, WA. The Bulldogs |
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| Mavericks take surge into Golden State |
NBA Basketball |
03/13/2009 |
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| nal playoff spot in the Western Conference. Erick Dampier ended with 12 points and nine rebounds for Dallas, while Jason Kidd contributed 10 boards and 10 helpers in the win. Dallas, which is now 16-17 on the road, will finish its trek by facing the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday. The Warriors, meanwhile, won the opener of a four-game homestand Wednesday, when Stephen Jackson finished with 29 points, seven assists and seven rebounds as Golden State downed the New Jersey Nets, 116-112. Monta Ellis and Jamal Crawford |
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