Superstar players have chosen the oft-overlooked team, whose deep-pocketed owner is betting big — with his own money — that fans will choose it, too.
Category: Basketball
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In L.A. Since the ’80s, the Clippers Are Finally Planting a Flag
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The Celtics Have Found a New Way to Be Better Than Everyone Else
The New York Times – Sports:Boston was the best defensive team last season en route to the N.B.A. finals. Not so much this year. A scorching offense has helped them to the best record this year.
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Once a Star of College Basketball, Kevin Ollie Is Now Disrupting It
The New York Times – Sports:Since winning his lawsuit against the university he coached to a national championship, Ollie has found purpose running an upstart pro league.
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The Utah Jazz Are Defying Everyone Who Said They Would Lose
The New York Times – Sports:Many fans and pundits expected the Utah Jazz to tank this season for a better draft pick next year. Instead, they’re among the best teams in the N.B.A.
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Kyrie Irving’s Suspension is Lifted, Expected to Return to Nets
The New York Times – Sports:In his first news conference since his suspension began, Irving said he doesn’t stand for ‘anything close to hate speech or antisemitism.’
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Kyrie Irving Could Return to the Nets Soon. A Top Jewish Leader Still Hopes to Meet.
The New York Times – Sports:Jonathan Greenblatt, the head of the Anti-Defamation League, was contacted by the Nets after Irving was suspended after highlighting an antisemitic film. On Thursday, Greenblatt said he had yet to speak with Irving directly.
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Former Team Psychologist Settles Lawsuit Against the Spurs and Joshua Primo
The New York Times – Sports:Dr. Hillary Cauthen had said in her civil complaint that Primo, a former San Antonio guard, exposed himself to her and that the team did not take appropriate steps to protect her or others.
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76ers’ Joel Embiid Makes NBA History With 59 Points Against Utah Jazz
The New York Times – Sports:Who has scored 59 points with 11 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 blocks in a game? Before Sunday night, no one.
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The Secret Is Out on How Good the Grizzlies Can Be
The New York Times – Sports:The young Memphis Grizzlies aren’t underdogs anymore, and that’s causing some growing pains. But they are confident — and having fun.
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What’s Next for Kyrie Irving’s Career?
The New York Times – Sports:Irving’s antisemitic movie post is his biggest controversy yet. But the potential fallout could affect not just his basketball career but the N.B.A. itself.