Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas to miss rest of playoffs with hip injury
The Boston Celtics announced that Isaiah Thomas will miss the remainder of this year’s postseason following re-aggravation of a right leg injury.
News archive: 2017 (Page 21)
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NBA awards finalists unveiled
The NBA announced the finalists for six major awards that honor top performers from the 2016-17 regular season. Winners to be revealed at June 26 show on TNT.
Cavs charge out to largest halftime lead in NBA playoff history
The Cavs wasted no time in continuing in Game 2 their domination against the Celtics on both sides of the floor with a record 41-point difference at halftime.
Westbrook, Harden, James, Leonard, Davis in 2016-17 All-NBA first team
James Harden was unanimously voted to the 2016-17 All-NBA First Team, and LeBron James matched an NBA record with his 11th First Team selection.
Celtics to pick first in NBA draft
As a result of the 2017 NBA Draft Lottery, the Boston Celtics will have the first overall pick in NBA Draft 2017 which will be held on Thursday, June 22, 2017.
Hornets' Kemba Walker undergoes knee procedure
The Charlotte Hornets announced today that guard Kemba Walker underwent a successful minor arthroscopic procedure on his left knee.
Bulls’ Denzel Valentine has ankle surgery
Chicago Bulls guard Denzel Valentine had arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle. He is expected to play in the summer league in Las Vegas in July.
Moses Malone Jr. suing James Harden over alleged attack orchestration
Moses Malone Jr. filed an amendment to a civil lawsuit Monday, seeking damages from James Harden for allegedly orchestrating a beating last summer.
Pelicans keeping Alvin Gentry, Dell Demps
The New Orleans Pelicans say coach Alvin Gentry and general manager Dell Demps will return for the 2017-18 season. The Pelicans were 34-38 this past season.
Cavs center Walter Tavares breaks his hand during practice
Cavaliers center Walter Tavares suffered a fracture in his right hand during practice. He is out indefinitely and his status will be updated as appropriate.
Chauncey Billups signs multiyear deal with ESPN
Chauncey Billups has signed a new multiyear deal with ESPN, continuing his expanded role as an NBA analyst, the network announced.
Kyle Lowry opts out of final year with Raptors
ASM Sports, which represents Kyle Lowry, confirmed that Raptors star point guard has opted out of the last year of his contract with the Toronto Raptors.
Allen Crabbe undergoes successful foot surgery
Portland Trail Blazers guard Allen Crabbe underwent successful surgery to repair a stress reaction of the fifth metatarsal bone in his left foot.
Tyler Ulis underwent minor surgical procedure
Phoenix Suns guard Tyler Ulis underwent a minor surgical procedure on his right ankle and is expected to return to full basketball activity in 12 weeks.
Celtics’ Isaiah Thomas fined $25,000 for swearing at a fan
Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas has been fined for directing inappropriate language toward a fan. The incident occurred during the Celtics’ loss in Game 3.