News archive: 2016 (Page 78)
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Incidents
When James Harden stepped to the free throw line late in the third quarter Monday night, something in the crowd got his attention.
Stats
Draymond Green’s final stat line of 13 points, 10 assists and 15 rebounds made him the first Warriors player to get 3 consecutive triple-doubles since Tom Gola.
Injuries
Stephen Curry got back on the court, Harrison Barnes made a reappearance, and the Warriors returned to being unbeatable.
NCAA news:
Buddy Hield scored a career-high 46 points, but it was Hield's two crucial turnovers in the third overtime that helped Kansas escape with a 109-106 victory.
NCAA news:
Zach LeDay had taken 12 3-pointers all season, but all his practice during the summer launching shots from behind that line paid off big for Virginia Tech.
NBA awards
John Wall and Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook were named the Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Month, respectively, for games played in December.
NBA awards
Brook Lopez and Draymond Green were named NBA Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week, respectively, for games played Dec. 28 through Jan. 3.
NBA awards
Scott Skiles and Gregg Popovich were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Coaches of the Month, respectively, for games played in December.
NBA awards
Kristaps Porzingis and Karl-Anthony Towns were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Rookies of the Month, respectively, for games played in December.
Suspensions & fines
Pistons forward Marcus Morris has been fined $15,000 for shoving Pacers forward Paul George, and George has been fined $10k for contributing to the altercation.
Suspensions & fines
Bucks guard O.J. Mayo has been fined $25,000 for aggressively pursuing a game official and failing to leave the court in a timely manner upon his ejection.
NBA market
The Philadelphia 76ers announced today the team has agreed to terms with free agent forward Elton Brand and has waived forward Christian Wood.
NBA D-League
Jarnell Stokes, a forward playing on assignment with the Sioux Falls Skyforce from the Miami Heat, was today named NBA Development League Performer of the Week.
NBA rumors
The Cleveland Cavaliers have yet to make a decision on if Jared Cunningham will be a member of the team after this week, according to league sources.
News
When the Lakers inevitably retire Kobe Bryant’s number, they may not have to choose between the two numbers he’s worn in his NBA career.