The New York Times – Sports:
The Spurs know a thing or two about developing talented big men. But the once-stable franchise hasn’t been good for years.
Category: Leonard, Kawhi
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Phoenix Suns Even Series With Game 2 Win Over Los Angeles Clippers
The New York Times – Sports:
A rough start to Game 2 had Kevin Durant and Phoenix looking vulnerable. They recovered to turn a must-win game into a shooting clinic.
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The NBA Was Redesigned for Drama, and It’s Working
The New York Times – Sports:
The last day of the regular season saw flashes of brilliance from the best teams, punches thrown and disappointing defeats.
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What to Know About the New NBA Season
The New York Times – Sports:
Much of the conversation around the league the past few months hasn’t been about basketball.
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NBA Season Preview: The Nets and the Lakers Are the Wild Cards
The New York Times – Sports:
Newly healthy stars and rising young players could shift the power dynamics in both conferences. But if the Nets and the Lakers can recover from off-season drama, they may be the teams to beat.
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‘Be Your Own Motivation’: Injured N.B.A. Stars Talk Recovery
The New York Times – Sports:
Paul George is back for the Los Angeles Clippers; Victor Oladipo, for the Miami Heat. The road to return was long but has them back in time for the playoffs.
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Playoff Makeovers May Upend the N.B.A. Championship Chase
The New York Times – Sports:
Injured stars could return for the postseason, creating an undercurrent of unpredictability for their opponents.