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AP Basketball WriterRussell Westbrook wins NBA MVP; Rockets, Bucks take 2 awardsBy BRIAN MAHONEYNEW YORK (AP) Russell Westbrook moved past Oscar Robertson and kept right on going to the top of the NBA.Westbrook was voted MVP on Monday night after setting a record with 42 triple-doubles during his...

AP Sports WriterLeBron teaming with Showtime on NBA documentaryBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) LeBron James will help tell a story he's still shaping.The Cavaliers superstar is teaming with Showtime on a documentary that will examine the modern NBA and the league's impact on popular culture worldwide. James, who has...

Not max: Noel signs $4.1M qualifying offer with MavericksDALLAS (AP) Nerlens Noel has signed his $4.1 million qualifying offer from the Dallas Mavericks.The team announced the signing Monday of the 6-foot-11 center, who had been a restricted free agent and now will be unable to sign a long-term...

Wizards announce contract extension for John WallWASHINGTON (AP) John Wall signed his $170 million, four-year contract extension that owner Ted Leonsis said provides the Washington Wizards with long-term stability.Team President Ernie Grunfeld announced the completion of the deal Wednesday. Wall said in a video posted on Twitter on...

AP Basketball WriterAP source: Knicks, Rockets talking, no Anthony deal imminentBy BRIAN MAHONEYNEW YORK (AP) The New York Knicks and Houston Rockets are still trying to work out a deal involving Carmelo Anthony, though it may take some time - if it happens.The teams continue to talk about...

AP Sports WriterLeBron blasts Trump, calls him 'so-called president'By TOM WITHERSSANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) LeBron James went after President Donald Trump in an emotional speech on Tuesday night, calling him the ''so-called president'' while calling for unity in light of the Charlottesville tragedy.Standing on stage before students, parents and...

James Harden giving $1 million for Harvey reliefHOUSTON (AP) Houston Rockets point guard James Harden says he will donate $1 million to the city of Houston to aid in Harvey recovery.Harden made the announcement Saturday with Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner. They spoke at a news conference at the...

The Latest: Westbrook caps historic season with MVP awardNEW YORK (AP) The Latest on the NBA awards show (all times local):11:10 p.m.Russell Westbrook has won the NBA's MVP award after setting a record with 42 triple-doubles last season.The Oklahoma City All-Star joined Oscar Robertson as the only players...

Mavericks sign MWC player of year Clavell from Puerto RicoDALLAS (AP) The Dallas Mavericks have signed free agent guard Gian Clavell, an undrafted rookie who has played for Puerto Rico's national team.Clavell was the Mountain West Conference player of the year at Colorado State last season. He averaged...

AP Sports WriterUnderdog Isaiah Thomas facing biggest challenge of careerBy KYLE HIGHTOWERBOSTON (AP) Isaiah Thomas' basketball journey is littered with decision-makers who have underestimated the diminutive guard.He was selected last in the 2011 NBA draft coming out of Washington, and when he arrived in Boston he looked only...

AP Basketball WriterAP source: Knicks promote Steve Mills, hire Scott PerryBy BRIAN MAHONEYNEW YORK (AP) A person with knowledge of the details says the New York Knicks have promoted Steve Mills to president and hired Scott Perry as general manager.Mills takes over the position left vacant by Phil...

LA Lakers sign summer league star Alex Caruso to 2-way dealEL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) The Los Angeles Lakers have signed summer league standout Alex Caruso to a two-way contract.The Lakers announced the deal Thursday.Caruso spent last season with Oklahoma City's G League affiliate after going undrafted out of...