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AP Sports WriterAP Source: Kevin Durant agrees to 2-year deal with WarriorsBy JANIE McCAULEYOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) The NBA Finals MVP gladly accepted a pay cut.One day shy of a year after announcing his decision to join the powerhouse Warriors, Kevin Durant took far less than he could have...

AP Sports WriterAP source: Pelicans agree to terms with Rajon RondoBy BRETT MARTELA person with knowledge of the situation of tells The Associated Press that the New Orleans have agreed in principle on a one-year deal with Rajon Rondo.The person says Rondo is expected to sign his contract next...

AP Sports WriterJodie Meeks, Washington Wizards agree to deal in free agencyBy HOWARD FENDRICHFree-agent shooting guard Jodie Meeks has agreed to join the Washington Wizards, according to the agency that represents him.ASM Sports sent out a tweet on Sunday saying Meeks ''has committed to signing'' with the Wizards.That post...

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

AP Basketball WriterSixers No. 1 overall pick Fultz injures left ankleBy JON KRAWCZYNSKILAS VEGAS (AP) No. 1 overall pick Markelle Fultz needed to be helped off the court with an injury to his left ankle in the Philadelphia 76ers' summer league game Saturday night against Golden State.Fultz appeared...

Golden State Warriors bring back fan favorite JaVale McGeeOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) The Golden State Warriors are keeping all three of their centers from a championship season, re-signing 7-footer JaVale McGee.The team made the announcement Tuesday but did not disclose details. McGee is a fan favorite for his ability...

AP Basketball WriterUS men's basketball enters a new world - without its starsBy BRIAN MAHONEYThe jerseys say USA, though that's about all that will be recognizable.When the U.S. men's basketball team returns to action later this month, fans might be left wondering, ''the red, white and who?''The Americans are...

AP Sports WriterHouston Rockets owner Alexander is selling teamBy KRISTIE RIEKENHOUSTON (AP) The Houston Rockets are going up for sale.Rockets CEO Tad Brown made the announcement Monday, hours after owner Leslie Alexander made the decision.''It's been my great joy and honor to own the Houston Rockets for the...

Bulls: No decision yet on Rondo's future with teamCHICAGO (AP) The Chicago Bulls are not ready to say whether veteran point guard Rajon Rondo will be back for a second season.Vice president of basketball operations John Paxson says that ''is still to be determined.'' The Bulls can pay...

AP Sports WriterPaul George committed to playing for Pacers in 2017-18By MICHAEL MAROTINDIANAPOLIS (AP) Paul George is committed to playing for the Indiana Pacers next season.After that, it's anybody's guess.The four-time All-Star forward provided clarity on his short-term plan Thursday before playing in a charity softball game just...

Chris Paul re-elected president of the NBPANEW YORK (AP) Chris Paul has been re-elected president of the National Basketball Players Association.Paul's new four-year term begins immediately. He will be assisted by the union's newly elected vice president, Garrett Temple of the Sacramento Kings.In his first term as president,...

The Latest: Durant, Warriors lead Cavs 60-52 at halftimeOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) The Latest on Game 1 of the NBA Finals Thursday night (all times local):7:20 p.m.Welcome back to the NBA Finals, Kevin Durant.Back on the league's championship stage for the first time since 2012, Durant has 23 points...