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The Nuggets beat the Miami Heat 94-89 — winning four out of the series' five games. Center Nikola Jokić was named the NBA Finals most valuable player.
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The Hornets are planning a moment of silence and a video tribute at Wednesday's game, and coaches will wear a black patch honoring Silas on their bench pullovers for the rest of the season.
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Paul Silas — who touched the game as a player, coach and president of the National Basketball Players Association — died, his family announced Sunday. He coached teams including the Charlotte Hornets and the Charlotte Bobcats.
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Following an initial suspension a month ago, Nike has now terminated its contract with Irving over his antisemitic social media posts.
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Bill Russell was one of basketball's all-time greats. He won a record 11 NBA titles, all with the Boston Celtics. But his dominance didn't stop off the court — he was a voice for racial justice, too.
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Former NBA guard J.R. Smith made his tournament debut as a 36-year-old freshman golfer for North Carolina A&T. Smith had been drawn to the Greensboro school because of his interest in attending a Historically Black College or University.
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About 90% of NBA players are reportedly vaccinated against COVID-19. Those who aren't run the risk of being isolated from teammates, and not being allowed to play in some cities with strict rules.
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Milwaukee's last title was 50 years ago; Phoenix has never won. But for now, all eyes are on Giannis Antetokounmpo's left knee.
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The team had stopped playing the anthem at the request of owner Mark Cuban, leading the NBA to reiterate that playing "The Star-Spangled Banner" is required under "longstanding league policy."
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The NBA suspended its season until further notice following games Wednesday evening after a player for the Utah Jazz tested positive for COVID-19, the…