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James Harden arrested in Houston on a misdemeanor weapons charge

James Harden arrested in Houston on a misdemeanor weapons charge

June 13, 2026June 13, 2026 · Sports

Cleveland Cavaliers player James Harden was arrested on Saturday in Houston on a misdemeanor charge of unlawful carrying of a weapon in a motor vehicle, according to the…

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Knicks come from 29 down and beat the Spurs 107-106 for a 3-1 lead in the NBA Finals

Knicks come from 29 down and beat the Spurs 107-106 for a 3-1 lead in the NBA Finals

June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 · Sports

NEW YORK — The New York Knicks made a record comeback from 29 points down and moved to the brink of their first championship since 1973 by beating…

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Kevin Durant says he wants to play for U.S. men’s basketball team at 2028 Olympics

February 23, 2026February 24, 2026 · Sports

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant will be less than two months shy of his 40th birthday when the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics begin, but he says he told…

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Cleveland takes on New York, seeks 6th straight home win

February 22, 2026February 23, 2026 · Sports

New York Knicks (37-21, third in the Eastern Conference) vs. Cleveland Cavaliers (36-22, fourth in the Eastern Conference) Cleveland; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cavaliers -3;…

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Golden State and Denver square off in conference showdown

February 20, 2026February 21, 2026 · Sports

Denver Nuggets (36-21, third in the Western Conference) vs. Golden State Warriors (29-27, eighth in the Western Conference) San Francisco; Sunday, 3:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Western Conference…

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Dallas visits Minnesota after Randle’s 41-point game

February 18, 2026February 19, 2026 · Sports

Dallas Mavericks (19-35, 12th in the Western Conference) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (34-22, sixth in the Western Conference) Minneapolis; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Timberwolves -11.5; over/under…

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Rome Flynn repeats as NBA All-Star Celebrity Game MVP and Team Giannis wins 65-58

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026 · Entertainment

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Rome Flynn earned MVP honors for the second straight year in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game on Friday night, scoring 17 points to lead a…

Read more Rome Flynn repeats as NBA All-Star Celebrity Game MVP and Team Giannis wins 65-58

LeBron James becomes oldest player with triple-double

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026 · Sports

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James became the oldest player in NBA history with a triple-double when he put up 28 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds in the…

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No longer losers, the Clippers still host NBA All-Star weekend amid a season of vintage team chaos

February 11, 2026February 11, 2026 · Sports

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Los Angeles Clippers’ days as the biggest losers in professional sports are long gone, and this NBA All-Star weekend was supposed to be a…

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NBA suspends 76ers’ Paul George 25 games for violating anti-drug policy

January 31, 2026January 31, 2026 · Sports

PHILADELPHIA — Paul George of the Philadelphia 76ers has been suspended 25 games for violating the terms of the NBA’s anti-drug program, the league announced Saturday. The NBA…

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After a terrifying fall, Red Panda retraces what went wrong and the support that carried her back

January 29, 2026January 29, 2026 · Entertainment

CORAL GABLES, Fla. — Rong Niu’s pink sequined dress shimmered under the arena lights at a recent Miami men’s basketball game. The popular halftime performer known as “Red…

Read more After a terrifying fall, Red Panda retraces what went wrong and the support that carried her back

LeBron James tears up during tribute video of 25 straight points in 2007 playoffs

January 28, 2026January 29, 2026 · Sports

CLEVELAND — It’s always special for LeBron James when he returns to Northeast Ohio. The 41-year-old was even more emotional than usual on Wednesday, when the Los Angeles…

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Hornets take a 50-point lead for 2nd time this month, roll past 76ers 130-93

January 27, 2026January 27, 2026 · Sports

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Brandon Miller scored 30 points, and the Charlotte Hornets took a 50-point lead for the second time this month on the way to rolling past…

Read more Hornets take a 50-point lead for 2nd time this month, roll past 76ers 130-93

Bridges and the Hornets host conference foe Philadelphia

January 24, 2026January 25, 2026 · Sports

Philadelphia 76ers (24-20, sixth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Charlotte Hornets (18-28, 12th in the Eastern Conference) Charlotte, North Carolina; Monday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Tyrese Maxey…

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Edwards leads Minnesota against Utah after 55-point showing

January 19, 2026January 20, 2026 · Sports

Minnesota Timberwolves (27-16, fourth in the Western Conference) vs. Utah Jazz (14-29, 13th in the Western Conference) Salt Lake City; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Timberwolves…

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NBA announces All-Star Game starters for new U.S. vs. The World format

January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 · Sports

The first-ever World team for the NBA All-Star Game is already looking loaded. And the fate of LeBron James’ record streak of All-Star selections will now be decided…

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Murray-Boyles scores 17, Raptors beat Hawks 118-100 to complete 2-game sweep of Atlanta

January 5, 2026January 5, 2026 · Sports

TORONTO — Rookie Collin Murray-Boyles scored 17 points as the Toronto Raptors beat the Atlanta Hawks 118-100 on Monday night. Murray-Boyles added seven rebounds and seven assists for…

Read more Murray-Boyles scores 17, Raptors beat Hawks 118-100 to complete 2-game sweep of Atlanta

Indiana faces Cleveland, aims to stop home slide

January 4, 2026January 5, 2026 · Sports

Cleveland Cavaliers (20-17, eighth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Indiana Pacers (6-30, 15th in the Eastern Conference) Indianapolis; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Indiana plays Cleveland looking…

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Doncic and James lead Lakers’ rally to beat shorthanded Grizzlies 128-121

January 2, 2026January 2, 2026 · Sports

LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic scored 34 points — half on free throws — and LeBron James added 31 as the Los Angeles Lakers rallied to beat the…

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Johnson scores 34 points as Hawks roll past Timberwolves 126-102 to end 7-game losing streak

December 31, 2025December 31, 2025 · Sports

ATLANTA — Jalen Johnson scored 34 points and the Atlanta Hawks overcame Anthony Edwards’ 30 points for Minnesota to beat the Timberwolves 126-102 on Wednesday and end a…

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