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AP Sports WriterNew-look Grizzlies leaning heavily on Parsons in new eraBy TERESA M. WALKERMEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) The Memphis Grizzlies made significant roster moves during the offseason and still believe they can extend the franchise's streak of seven straight playoff appearances.It all hinges on the health of Chandler Parsons'...

Curry scores 40, Warriors rout Wolves 142-110 in ShanghaiBy The Associated PressStephen Curry brought fans to their feet in China with a performance ripped right out of his MVP highlight reel.Then Magic Johnson had them standing during a somber scene in Las Vegas.Curry scored 40 points to lead the...

AP Sports WriterPelicans' Davis, Cousins embracing throw-back lineupBy BRETT MARTELNEW ORLEANS (AP) Anthony Davis and DeMarcus Cousins are focused on how they can best complement one another in the spirit of past big men.The New Orleans Pelicans' front-court pairing is somewhat of a throwback in a league dominated...

AP Sports WriterJames returns, Cavaliers debut new starting lineupBy KAREEM COPELANDThe King has returned.LeBron James made his preseason debut Tuesday night after missing Cleveland's first three games with a sprained left ankle. He scored 17 points, but also had eight turnovers in the 108-94 loss to the Chicago Bulls.It...

Curry scores 40, Warriors rout Wolves 142-110 in ShanghaiBy The Associated PressStephen Curry finished off his China trip with a performance ripped right out of his MVP highlight reel.Curry scored 40 points to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 142-110 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday in...

AP Sports WriterNick Young eager to help champion Warriors in any roleBy JANIE McCAULEYOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) Nick Young passed up a shot, and then another, uncharacteristic of the charismatic guard with a sweet stroke.That's when he heard from Andre Iguodala. And Steve Kerr.Just shoot it.Regardless of how large...

AP Sports WriterAP source: Wade to sign with Cavaliers, reunite with LeBronBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) Together again: LeBron and D-Wade. Just like old times.Dwyane Wade has decided to sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers and reunite with LeBron James, a person familiar with the situation told the Associated Press...

Associated PressLakers are happy with the hype surrounding rookie Lonzo BallBy STEVE DILBECKEL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) He has a Facebook reality show and a family shoe brand. His dad talks big on ESPN. He was the No. 2 overall draft pick and expects to transform one of the...

Seth Curry out indefinitely for Mavs with left leg injuryDALLAS (AP) Dallas Mavericks guard Seth Curry is out indefinitely after being diagnosed with a stress reaction of his left tibia.The Mavericks said Saturday that no timetable has been set for his return and he would be re-evaluated weekly.Curry,...

Associated Press WritersNFL anthem protests evolve past Kaepernick's original intentBy JESSE J. HOLLAND and ERRIN HAINES WHACKWhat began more than a year ago with an NFL quarterback protesting police brutality against minorities by kneeling silently during the national anthem before games has grown into a roar with hundreds of...

AP Sports WriterVan Gundy, Pistons ready for move to new arenaBy NOAH TRISTERAUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) The Detroit Pistons were back at The Palace for their annual media day, so their old venue hasn't completely been forgotten.This season, however, is about something new.The Pistons will play at Little...

AP Sports WriterAP Sources: Harris, Nuggets agree to $84 M, 4-year extensionBy PAT GRAHAMDENVER (AP) Two people with knowledge of the deal tell The Associated Press that guard Gary Harris has agreed to an $84 million, four-year contract extension with the Denver Nuggets that will begin for the...