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Leonard and George to play together for 1st time with ClipsLOS ANGELES (AP) Kawhi Leonard returns after missing three games with the Los Angeles Clippers to play with Paul George for the first time against the Boston Celtics.It's taken nearly a month, but the duo will be on...

Pelicans activate Hill for first time this seasonNEW ORLEANS (AP) The New Orleans Pelicans say forward Solomon Hill is available to play for the first time this season against the Boston Celtics on Sunday night.Pelicans coach Alvin Gentry says he intends to play Hill, a former starter, in...

AP Sports WriterAP source: Jimmy Butler going to 76ers from MinnesotaBy DAN GELSTONJimmy Butler has his wish: He's out of Minnesota.And just like that, Philadelphia has a new Big Three - one that could make serious noise in the Eastern Conference.A person with knowledge of the situation said Saturday...

AP Sports WriterAP source: Suns, Ariza agree to 1-year, $15 million contractBy BOB BAUMPHOENIX (AP) Trevor Ariza has agreed to a one-year, $15 million contract with the Phoenix Suns, a person with knowledge of the situation said Sunday.The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity...

Associated PressHarris, Simmons lead 76ers to 125-109 win over PistonsBy DAVE HOGGDETROIT (AP) Tobias Harris scored 35 points against his former team and Ben Simmons added a triple-double as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Detroit Pistons 125-109 on Monday night.Joel Embiid had 20 points and eight rebounds for...

AP Basketball WriterEmbiid misses Philadelphia scrimmage with calf tightnessBy TIM REYNOLDSLAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) Joel Embiid is hurting, and that's a cause for concern as the Philadelphia 76ers get set to restart their season this week.The All-Star starting center sat out Philadelphia's scrimmage against Oklahoma City on...

James on record 12th All-NBA 1st team; Harden also unanimousNEW YORK (AP) LeBron James was unanimously selected to the All-NBA first team for a record 12th time, while Houston's James Harden also appeared on all 100 first-team ballots.They were joined Thursday on the first team by New Orleans'...

HOUSTON (AP) Moses Malone has been remembered not only for his rebounds and three MVP trophies, but for making people smile.In a service marked by laughter from many of his NBA peers and hundreds of others at Houston's Lakewood Church, the Hall of Famer on Saturday was lauded...

AP Basketball WriterJimmy Butler's week: A baby, a Heat debut and a first winBy TIM REYNOLDSMIAMI (AP) A late-arriving baby. A delayed Miami debut. A lot of lost sleep.Jimmy Butler's first official week with the Heat was one he won't forget.Getting the distinction of being the last Miami...

The HOUSTON and the MEMPHIS will both be gunning for a victory on 12/15/2018 at 8:05 PM when they meet in a game matchup. HOUSTON ROCKETS vs MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES When: 8:00 PM  ET, Saturday, December 15, 2018 Where: FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee ROT TEAM PS OU ML 507 HOUSTON 2 (-110) 202 (-110) -125 105 508 MEMPHIS TV: 8:05 PM LINE: 2 PREDICTION: MEMPHIS , HOUSTON Oddsmakers currently have the MEMPHIS listed as...

AP Sports WriterBucks, Lakers look to shed rust, be healthy for playoffsBy STEVE MEGARGEEMILWAUKEE (AP) The Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers have all but guaranteed themselves the top two playoff seeds and face a balancing act when the NBA returns to action.While other teams will be fighting...

The CHARLOTTE and the MIAMI will both be gunning for a victory on 10/20/2018 at 8:05 PM when they meet in a game matchup. CHARLOTTE HORNETS vs MIAMI HEAT When: 8:00 PM  ET, Saturday, October 20, 2018 Where: American Airlines Arena, Miami, Florida ROT TEAM PS OU ML 509 CHARLOTTE -5 (-110) 216.5 (-110) 175 -210 510 MIAMI TV: 8:05 PM LINE: -5 PREDICTION: MIAMI , CHARLOTTE Oddsmakers currently have the MIAMI...