News archive: April 2016 (Page 2)
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Injuries
Warriors guard Stephen Curry underwent an MRI Monday morning that revealed a Grade 1 MCL sprain in his right knee. He will be re-evaluated in 2 weeks.
NBA games
The Oklahoma City Thunder advanced to the 2016 Western Conference Semifinals after defeating the Dallas Mavericks. They will now play the San Antonio Spurs.
Coaches
The Los Angeles Lakers have decided not to pick up the option for the 2016-17 season on the contract for Head Coach Byron Scott, it was announced.
Suspensions & fines
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook and forward Kevin Durant have each been fined for separate violations in Game 4 against the Mavericks.
NBA games
Kawhi Leonard scored 21 points as the Spurs routed the Memphis Grizzlies 116-95 on Sunday, sweeping the best-of-seven first-round series.
NBA games
Kyrie Irving scored 20 of his 31 points in the second half, and the Cavs finished a four-game sweep of the Pistons by holding on for a 100-98 victory on Sunday.
NBA rumors
Whether Jared Dudley returns to Washington next season is uncertain, but the 30-year-old recently said that he will seek a three-year contract this summer.
NBA rumors
Chris Bosh has indicated to associates that he has no plans to retire at this time and intends to play next season for the Heat.
NBA games
The Hornets beat the Heat 96-80 on Saturday night to snap a 12-game playoff losing streak and earn their first postseason victory in 14 years.
Videos
Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart has been fined $5,000 by the NBA for violating the league's anti-flopping rules during Game 3.
NBA rumors
Sacramento Kings guard Seth Curry will decline his $1 million player option for the 2016-17 season and become a restricted free agent.
NBA rumors
The New York Knicks could be interested in trading this summer for Kings backup point guard Darren Collison or Hawks' guard Jeff Teague.
NBA awards
Mike Conley of the Memphis Grizzlies is the recipient of the Joe Dumars Trophy presented to the 2015-16 NBA Sportsmanship Award winner.
Injuries
Warriors rookie forward Kevon Looney underwent a successful left hip arthroscopy to repair a torn labrum and is expected to be out a minimum of 4-to-6 months.
Injuries
Memphis Grizzlies forward Jarell Martin will undergo a procedure to alleviate soreness in his left foot and will miss the remainder of the 2016 NBA Playoffs.