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Knicks waive Taj Gibson. Will he return as Tom Thibodeau's assistant?

The New York Knicks waived veteran Taj Gibson on January 7.
Gibson was signed in December after injuries to other players and had a significant impact on the team.

Knicks 121, Wizards 105: "Beating good teams, blowing out bad teams"

The New York Knicks have won four consecutive games and are currently in the fourth seed in the East.
The Knicks have a relatively easy schedule ahead, with the majority of their next eight games against sub-.500 teams.

Game Thread: New York Knicks at Washington Wizards, January 6, 2024

The Washington Wizards and the New York Knicks will be playing a game in Washington, D.C. tonight.
Both teams played games last night, with the Wizards losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Knicks defeating the Philadelphia 76ers.

Knicks at Pacers: Players to watch when New York visits Indiana

The Indiana Pacers have implemented a lineup change that has led to an improvement in their performance.
Tyrese Haliburton has been a standout player for the Pacers, contributing significantly to the team's success.

Nets' effort improved against Rockets, but not enough to prevent 5th straight loss

The Nets' effort improved compared to their previous game, but they still suffered their fifth straight loss.
The Nets struggled with their three-point shooting and couldn't stop the Rockets' three-point barrage.

Shai-Gilgeous Alexander, Thunder too much for Nets to handle in 3rd straight loss

Despite criticism, the Brooklyn Nets showed fight and effort in their game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The Nets started strong but struggled in the third quarter, shooting poorly from the field and from 3-point range.

Knicks waive Taj Gibson. Will he return as Tom Thibodeau's assistant?

The New York Knicks waived veteran Taj Gibson on January 7.
Gibson was signed in December after injuries to other players and had a significant impact on the team.

Knicks 121, Wizards 105: "Beating good teams, blowing out bad teams"

The New York Knicks have won four consecutive games and are currently in the fourth seed in the East.
The Knicks have a relatively easy schedule ahead, with the majority of their next eight games against sub-.500 teams.

Game Thread: New York Knicks at Washington Wizards, January 6, 2024

The Washington Wizards and the New York Knicks will be playing a game in Washington, D.C. tonight.
Both teams played games last night, with the Wizards losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Knicks defeating the Philadelphia 76ers.

Knicks at Pacers: Players to watch when New York visits Indiana

The Indiana Pacers have implemented a lineup change that has led to an improvement in their performance.
Tyrese Haliburton has been a standout player for the Pacers, contributing significantly to the team's success.

Nets' effort improved against Rockets, but not enough to prevent 5th straight loss

The Nets' effort improved compared to their previous game, but they still suffered their fifth straight loss.
The Nets struggled with their three-point shooting and couldn't stop the Rockets' three-point barrage.

Shai-Gilgeous Alexander, Thunder too much for Nets to handle in 3rd straight loss

Despite criticism, the Brooklyn Nets showed fight and effort in their game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The Nets started strong but struggled in the third quarter, shooting poorly from the field and from 3-point range.
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Tale of two cities: Numbers behind Lakers', Clippers' opposite directions

The Clippers are on a five-game winning streak and have the best record in the NBA since Dec. 1, while the Lakers have lost four in a row.
In their first meeting of the season, the Lakers snapped an 11-game losing streak to the Clippers.

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown power Celtics to 118-101 win over Pacers

Jayson Tatum scored 38 points and Jaylen Brown added 31 points as the Celtics beat the Pacers 118-101, snapping the Pacers' six-game winning streak.
The Celtics played connected basketball with physical defense and intentional offense, leading to their victory.

Lakers vs. Clippers Preview: Two teams heading in different directions

The Los Angeles Lakers are struggling with four straight losses and no wins during their current homestand.
They are facing their local rival, the Los Angeles Clippers, in a game that could be a season-changing victory for the Lakers.
#lebron-jam

Which NBA star had the best 2023 and gets to hoist the annual Golden Basketball?

The Golden Basketball award honors performance across various basketball competitions, including the regular season, playoffs, in-season tournament, and international competition.
The finalists for the 2023 Golden Basketball award are Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic, LeBron James, and the best player from the FIBA World Cup.

LeBron James: Bronny could play for struggling Lakers 'right now'

LeBron James suggests that his son, Bronny, could play for the Lakers to help break their losing streak.
LeBron believes that Bronny, who is an 18-year-old USC freshman, could make an immediate impact for the team.

Which NBA star had the best 2023 and gets to hoist the annual Golden Basketball?

The Golden Basketball award honors performance across various basketball competitions, including the regular season, playoffs, in-season tournament, and international competition.
The finalists for the 2023 Golden Basketball award are Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic, LeBron James, and the best player from the FIBA World Cup.

LeBron James: Bronny could play for struggling Lakers 'right now'

LeBron James suggests that his son, Bronny, could play for the Lakers to help break their losing streak.
LeBron believes that Bronny, who is an 18-year-old USC freshman, could make an immediate impact for the team.
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#injuri

Lonnie Walker IV returns to Nets lineup after hamstring injury

Lonnie Walker IV returns to the Nets after a hamstring injury that sidelined him for 17 games.
The Nets struggled without Walker, winning only 6 out of 17 games during his absence.

After being sidelined for 19 months with a gruesome injury, Portland men's basketball's Chris Austin is getting back to speed

Chris Austin battled knee and shin pain during the season
Austin was a key player for the undermanned Portland Pilots

Lonnie Walker IV returns to Nets lineup after hamstring injury

Lonnie Walker IV returns to the Nets after a hamstring injury that sidelined him for 17 games.
The Nets struggled without Walker, winning only 6 out of 17 games during his absence.

After being sidelined for 19 months with a gruesome injury, Portland men's basketball's Chris Austin is getting back to speed

Chris Austin battled knee and shin pain during the season
Austin was a key player for the undermanned Portland Pilots
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Ron DeSantis Takes A Jab At Nikki Haley By Handing CNN Moderator An Iowa Star's Jersey

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis takes a dig at opponent Nikki Haley during a CNN Republican Presidential Town Hall.
DeSantis hands moderator Kaitlan Collins a jersey of Iowa Hawkeyes basketball star Caitlin Clark, alluding to Haley's recent name mix-up.
#new-york-knick

Knicks' Josh Hart makes comically bad pass into stands, jokes he can play in NFL

Josh Hart made an errant pass in a basketball game that resembled a football throw.
Hart poked fun at himself after the game, sharing a meme of himself on a football field.

How Precious Achiuwa's hoops upbringing in New York prepared him for this Knicks moment

Precious Achiuwa, a Nigerian teenager, surprised his American host with his fluent English.
Achiuwa's basketball career gained momentum after he migrated to the Bronx and was recruited by AAU coach Oz Cross.

Knicks' Josh Hart makes comically bad pass into stands, jokes he can play in NFL

Josh Hart made an errant pass in a basketball game that resembled a football throw.
Hart poked fun at himself after the game, sharing a meme of himself on a football field.

How Precious Achiuwa's hoops upbringing in New York prepared him for this Knicks moment

Precious Achiuwa, a Nigerian teenager, surprised his American host with his fluent English.
Achiuwa's basketball career gained momentum after he migrated to the Bronx and was recruited by AAU coach Oz Cross.
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Prep roundup: Green's clutch three-pointer gives O'Dowd boys dramatic victory

Josh Green's clutch shot helped Bishop O'Dowd secure a one-point victory in their league game against Alameda.
O'Dowd coach Lou Richie expressed satisfaction with the win after going 2-2 in a previous tournament.
#los-angeles-lak

Lakers vs. Pelicans: A rematch of the NBA in-season tournament semi-final

The Lakers dominated the last game against the Pelicans, playing smash-mouth basketball and dominating the paint.
The Lakers will need to contain Zion Williamson, slow down Brandon Ingram, and keep Jonas Valančiūnas off the glass to secure a victory.

Austin Reaves says he has 'really good feel' playing with LeBron James, Anthony Davis

Austin Reaves stepped up in the starting lineup and performed well after injuries to other players.
There are concerns about the lineup re-shuffling and coaching decisions.

Lakers vs. Pelicans: A rematch of the NBA in-season tournament semi-final

The Lakers dominated the last game against the Pelicans, playing smash-mouth basketball and dominating the paint.
The Lakers will need to contain Zion Williamson, slow down Brandon Ingram, and keep Jonas Valančiūnas off the glass to secure a victory.

Austin Reaves says he has 'really good feel' playing with LeBron James, Anthony Davis

Austin Reaves stepped up in the starting lineup and performed well after injuries to other players.
There are concerns about the lineup re-shuffling and coaching decisions.
morelos-angeles-lak

Game Thread: New York Knicks at Indiana Pacers, December 30, 2023

After losing a scruffy scrimmage against the Orlando Magic last night, the Knicks (17-14) play again tonight, this time against the Pacers (16-14) in Indiana.

Who is OG Anunoby, the new star Knicks acquired from Raptors?

The Knicks are going into the New Year with a few new pieces in an effort to rework their rotation, including now-former Raptors forward OG Anunoby in a deal the Knicks made official on Saturday.

The Pistons Are So Good At Losing | Defector

The Detroit Pistons lost again.They have lost an incredible 28 consecutive games, and 29 of 31 played so far this season.What can you, a rational basketball fan, do with this information?

Elliott: When dealing with NBA's elite, the Lakers still fall short

(Luis Sinco / Los Angeles Times)

Miami's hot streak, Lakers' all-time record: Top numbers behind NBA on Christmas Day

Anthony Gharib, ESPNDec 25, 2023, 10:00 AM ET
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The NBA 2023 Christmas Day slate marks the 76th edition of games on the holiday and the 16th year in a row with five games in one day.
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