The New York Times – Sports:
He helped the Celtics win a title and coached them in the ’90s, but he may be remembered more for sinking what was hailed as the league’s first 3-point shot. Or was it?
Category: Basketball
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Celtics Beat Warriors, Despite Off Night From Jayson Tatum
The New York Times – Sports:
Boston beat Golden State and has the N.B.A.’s best record. But the Celtics aren’t perfect, and neither is their star.
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In the Shadow of Superstars, Golden State’s Young Players Try to Bloom
The New York Times – Sports:
Newer players like Moses Moody, 20, struggle for playing time but embrace the challenge to prove themselves. “I try to take in as much as I can,” he said.
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The Brooklyn Nets Have So Much Talent but So Little Charm
The New York Times – Sports:
The Nets are again one of the Eastern Conference’s best teams, with Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant leading All-Star voting. So why is there so little joy in watching them?
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The Spurs Break an N.B.A. Attendance Record with Alamodome Return
The New York Times – Sports:
San Antonio set a single-game N.B.A. attendance record by welcoming a crowd of 68,323 on Friday. The Spurs lost, but longtime fans savored the chance to celebrate in the team’s former home.
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Measuring Up to Wilt Chamberlain May Take More Than Stats
The New York Times – Sports:
Several N.B.A. players have had Chamberlain-like performances this season. But to some, he will always be untouchable.
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Men’s College Basketball Has Some Balance As Blue Bloods Struggle
The New York Times – Sports:
The Big 12 is loaded, North Carolina and Kentucky are unranked, and Georgetown is still looking to win a Big East game. Here are some themes to keep in mind as the men’s college basketball season heats up.
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Miami Sinks the Thunder With Record Night at the Free-Throw Line
The New York Times – Sports:
The Heat were 40 for 40 on free throws, winning the game on Jimmy Butler’s 35th point (and 23rd free throw) of the game.