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NBA Roundup: Murray scores go-ahead jumper, Hawks beat Celtics in OT

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Dejounte Murray scored a career-high 44 points, including a go-ahead jumper in the final second of overtime to power the Atlanta Hawks to a 123-122 victory over the Boston Celtics on Thursday night.

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Hawks’ Murray caps career-night with game-winner in OT

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Watch as Atlanta Hawks’ Dejounte Murray hits the game-winning bucket en route a career-high 44 points against the Celtics.

March Madness Roundup: Alabama upsets No. 1 UNC, reach Elite Eight

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Grant Nelson converted a go-ahead three-point play with 38 seconds remaining, and Alabama beat top-seeded North Carolina 89-87 on Thursday night to reach the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament for the second time in school history.

NCAA Women’s Sweet 16 Storylines: Hidalgo, Watkins, Booker showcase next generation

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.Though WNBA-bound superstars have made up the headlines, some of the most impressive performances have come from the next generation, as JuJu Watkins, Hannah Hidalgo and Madison Booker all look to continue their March Madness takeover.

Thursday, Mar 28

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Michigan lawmaker claims that buses carrying March Madness teams are ‘illegal invaders’

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A right-wing Michigan state lawmaker who has been tied to former President Donald Trump and his election denials is being widely criticized after making claims that buses carrying college athletes to Detroit for March Madness were…

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Raptors injuries open up opportunity for Kobi Simmons to bring his ‘dog mentality’

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As the list of injuries continues to grow for the Toronto Raptors, it has provided Kobi Simmons with an opportunity to get meaningful minutes and prove he can play at the NBA level.

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Glen Taylor announces that Timberwolves are no longer for sale

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The Minnesota Timberwolves will evidently remain in the control of owner Glen Taylor, after he announced Thursday that a deal where Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez would have acquired the controlling stake in the team has expired.

Can NC State continue their Cinderella run against Marquette?

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March Madness handicapper Bruce Marshall joins Follow The Money to give his picks for 3 intriguing Sweet 16 tilts, including his pick of the night in the NC State vs. Marquette game.

Any chance Aztecs have revenge in them for last year’s title game?

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NCAA betting guru Bruce Marshall joins Follow The Money to handicap a few of the Sweet 16 tilts in the 2024 March Madness tourney, including why UConn looks so poised to roll past San Diego St., a rematch of last year’s title game.

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Michael Porter Jr. says brother Jontay would never risk love for hoops by associating with gambling

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Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. said Wednesday night that he’s sure his younger brother would never do anything to jeopardize his budding NBA playing career.

Eagles lineman Dickinson shows off lawnmower after signing new deal

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Tim Micallef takes you through the best 60 seconds in sports, including Alex Ovechkin’s breakfast of champions, Eagles OL Landon Dickinson going large after signing a new deal and Steve Belichick making light of his dad’s recent…

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Officials admit to missed call on final play of Clippers win over 76ers

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Officials said they missed a foul call in the closing seconds of the Los Angeles Clippers’ 108-107 win over Philadelphia on Wednesday night, denying the 76ers a possible victory in their fight for better playoff positioning.

Raptors get tough lesson on why size is so valuable for winning teams

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Trading OG Anunoby and Precious Achiuwa made the Knicks bigger — and the Raptors smaller. Getting out-muscled at every position, Toronto was taught a lesson on why the best teams in the NBA are big across the board.

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NBA Highlights: Warriors 101, Magic 93

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Andrew Wiggins scored 23 and Stephen Curry had a 17-point, 10-assist double-double as the Golden State Warriors overcame Draymond Green’s ejection to top the Orlando Magic 101-93.

NBA Highlights: Clippers 108, 76ers 107

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Kawhi Leonard came up clutch scoring the go-ahead and-one bucket in the dying seconds and stuffing Kelly Oubre on the other end to help the Los Angeles Clippers edge out a thriller over the Philadelphia 76ers 108-107.

NBA Highlights: Lakers 136, Grizzlies 124

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Rui Hachimura had a team-high 32 points and 10 rebounds and LeBron James put up a triple double with 23 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists as the Los Angeles Lakers swept their back-to-back defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 136-124.

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LeBron James has triple-double to help Lakers beat Grizzlies

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LeBron James had a triple-double with 23 points, 14 rebounds and 12 assists, Rui Hachimura scored 32 points and the Los Angeles Lakers built a big lead in the third quarter and beat the Memphis Grizzlies 136-124 on Wednesday night.

NBA Highlights: Hawks 120, Trail Blazers 106

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Dejounte Murray led the way with 30 points and Clint Capela double-doubled as the Atlanta Hawks handled the Portland Trail Blazers 120-106.

NBA Roundup: Green scores 37, Rockets beat Thunder for 10th win in a row

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Rookie Brandon Miller made seven 3-pointers and finished with 31 points, and Charlotte beat Cleveland 118-111 on Wednesday night to avenge a 23-point loss earlier in the week.

Knicks cruise past Raptors, most lopsided home loss in Toronto’s history

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The New York Knicks earned a lopsided 145-101 victory over the undermanned Toronto Raptors on Wednesday.

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76ers’ Nurse says ‘good likelihood’ Embiid will be back before playoffs

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Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse said Wednesday that there is a “good likelihood” that reigning NBA MVP Joel Embiid will be back on the court before the postseason.

Isaiah Joe throws down Thunderous dunk over Rockets’ Jeff Green

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Watch as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe soars for a monstrous dunk in transition over Houston Rockets forward Jeff Green.

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NBA on Sportsnet: Thunder vs. Rockets

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The Thunder and Rockets meet in Oklahoma City, looking to help solidify their postseason futures with 11 games remaining in the regular season. Watch the game on Sportsnet and follow the action using the NBA Live Tracker.

Warriors’ Draymond Green ejected four minutes into game vs. Magic

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Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was ejected from the team’s contest against the Orlando Magic, less than four minutes into the first quarter, on Wednesday.

Knicks’ Robinson returns after 50-game absence due to left ankle injury

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New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson returned to the court Wednesday night against the Toronto Raptors.

Toronto Raptors’ Ochai Agbaji leaves game vs. New York Knicks with right hip contusion

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Toronto Raptors guard Ochai Agbaji left Wednesday’s game against the New York Knicks after suffering a right hip contusion.

Knicks’ Anunoby receives heartfelt video tribute in return to Toronto

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Watch as the Toronto Raptors pay tribute to returning New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby as he gets a standing ovation from Scotiabank Arena where he was a part of the Raptors’ first championship banner.

Wednesday, Mar 27

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Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga sidelined vs. Magic, tendinitis in left knee

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Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga will miss Wednesday night’s game against the Orlando Magic due to tendinitis in his left knee.

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Capitals, Wizards arena plan in Virginia now dead

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The NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals are staying in the District of Columbia. Owner Ted Leonsis and Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the development at a news conference at Capital One Arena on Wednesday.

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Men’s March Madness Sweet 16 Preview: Purdue, Gonzaga pit star Canadians head-to-head

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This year’s edition of the beloved NCAA Tourney is showcasing who the best teams in the sport have been and why they’re so highly rated. Yes, it’s been chalky, but every matchup from this point forward should be an absolute heavyweight…