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Sam Amico has covered the NBA for 20 years, previously for SI.com, FOX Sports, CBS Sports, Amico Hoops and the Boston Herald.
Paul George, NBA, Clippers, Sixers, 76ers

Sixers’ Paul George On Boos From Clippers Fans: ‘I Didn’t Get It’

Paul George's homecoming to face the Clippers at their new Intuit Dome had all the drama you'd expect. The Sixers forward, now wearing Philadelphia's...
Ja Morant, Grizzlies, Lakers, NBA

Grizzlies’ Ja Morant After Win Over Lakers: ‘I Don’t Like Them’

Ja Morant doesn’t forget. When the Lakers knocked his Grizzlies out of the 2023 playoffs, it left a mark. And standing on the sideline last...
Caris LeVert, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA, Pelicans

Dribbles: For The Ninth Straight Time, Yes, Cavs Win, And They Indeed Celebrated After

Random dribbles following the Cavaliers' 131-122 road win over the Pelicans on Wednesday. ... 1. Ladies and gentlemen, you just witnessed Cleveland Cavaliers history. For...
Joel Embiid, 76ers, Sixers, NBA

Latest on Joel Embiid

The 76ers will be without Joel Embiid at least for the next three games, and as relayed by Marc Stein of The Stein Line,...
Johnny Furphy, Pacers, NBA

NBA Transactions: Johnny Furphy, Baylor Scheierman, Knicks

November 5 The Pacers assigned Johnny Furphy to the Indiana Mad Ants of the G League. The Hawks assigned Mouhamed Gueye to the College...
Darius Garland, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

Pregame Dribbles: Cavs Visit Wounded Pelicans With 9-0 In Sight

Random dribbles ahead of the Cavaliers' road game against the Pelicans on Wednesday (8 p.m. EST tipoff) ... 1. Can 8-0 get even better? Sure...
Doc Rivers, Bucks, NBA

Doc Rivers: Bucks Will Make The Playoffs. ‘I’m Not Worried About That’

The Bucks are 1-6 entering Wednesday night and while they've had a few really close games (including two against the Cavaliers), they look like...
Darius Garland, Cavs, Cleveland Cavaliers, NBA

Cavs Podcast: Breaking Down What’s Going Well In Undefeated Early Season

As you know, the Cavaliers are 8-0. But how did they get here? Well, if you've watched, you may already have it figured out. Just...
San Antonio Spurs legend Gregg Popovich

Spurs Focused On Continuity, System As Gregg Popovich To Remain Out Indefinitely

The Spurs are stepping into unfamiliar territory with head coach Gregg Popovich sidelined indefinitely due to a health issue he suffered on Saturday. It’s a...
JB Bickerstaff, Pistons, NBA

Pistons Showing Serious Signs Of Turning Corner Under New Coach JB Bickerstaff

Don't look now, but the Pistons aren't terrible. In fact, some may even tell you they're a team on the rise. At least, they are...
Joel Embiid, 76ers, Sixers, NBA

Sixers’ Joel Embiid Suspended Three Games For Shoving Reporter

The end may be near. Or more accurately for Joel Embiid and the 76ers, the beginning may be here. And by that, we mean...
Cavaliers, Cavs, Jarrett Allen, NBA, Brook Lopez, Bucks

Cavs’ Unbeaten Mark Matches Old Seattle SuperSonics In Player Minutes Category

CLEVELAND -- It's only the beginning, but the Cavaliers have already tied one franchise record. That's just what happens when you're 8-0. But did you...
Aaron Gordon, Nuggets, NBA

Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon To Miss Multiple Weeks With Calf Strain

It's hard to know if the Nuggets can stay in contention as currently constructed. And now, they'll get to learn even more the hard...
Stephen Curry, Steve Kerr, Golden State Warriors, NBA

Warriors’ Steve Kerr Reaches Coaching Milestone Amid Scorching Start

Beating the Wizards is no big deal these days, so the Warriors' road win is hardly viewed as a landmark achievement. Then again, nobody probably...

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