News archive: Thursday, April 17, 2014
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Economy
The Miami Heat's LeBron James once again tops the NBA's list of most popular jerseys, where he has reigned as No. 1 since winning his second NBA title.
NBA rumors
Nick Young said he pretty much will opt out of his $1.2 million player option in hopes of securing a longer and more lucrative deal with the Lakers.
NBA rumors
Despite doing and saying all the right things, Celtics' Kris Humphries is by no means guaranteed to be back.
NBA market
The Knicks announced on Wednesday that the team had agreed to sign veteran forward Lamar Odom for the remainder of the season.
Injuries
Kenyon Martin said he will have left-ankle surgery soon, indicating it would be a clean-up.
NBA games
Kevin Durant scored 42 points, including 21 in the fourth quarter, and the Thunder secured the No. 2 playoff seed in the Western Conference.
NCAA news:
Jabari Parker made an announcement delivering the news that had been expected since before he arrived on campus: He is entering the NBA Draft.
NBA games
Mike Conley hit two free throws with 1.1 seconds left in overtime, and the Grizzlies moved up from the eighth seed by edging the Dallas Mavericks 106-105.
NBA games
Jordan Crawford scored a career-high 41 points and Harrison Barnes added 30 as a squad of Golden State backups beat the short-handed Denver Nuggets 116-112.
NCAA news:
UCLA's Jordan Adams will return to school for his junior season, the Bruins announced Thursday.
NCAA news:
The Bruins have holes in the backcourt now that Kyle Anderson and Zach LaVine officially have declared for the NBA draft.
NCAA news:
Michigan State signed a third player to its basketball recruiting class, adding depth with the addition of Marvin Clark Jr.
NCAA news:
Kansas State basketball coach Bruce Weber has received a one-year contract extension through 2018-19.