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AP Basketball Writer'We're trying': Thibodeau offers update on Butler situationBy TIM REYNOLDSJimmy Butler is still with the Minnesota Timberwolves, at least in an official sense.In reality, it remains a mess.Timberwolves coach Tom Thibodeau Friday acknowledged the team's efforts to grant Butler's trade request.''Obviously, we're trying to get something done,''...

Redick perfect, 76ers top Mavs 120-114 in China GamesSHANGHAI (AP) JJ Redick made all 10 of his shots and scored 28 points, Joel Embiid finished with 22 points and the Philadelphia 76ers downed the Dallas Mavericks 120-114 on Friday night in the opener of the NBA China Games.Redick...

LeBron gets first win in LA as Lakers beat KingsBy The Associated PressLeBron James is a winner for the first time as a Laker.James scored 18 points in a back-and-forth first half before resting in the second half, watching his teammates pull out a 128-123 preseason victory over the...

Kawhi Leonard sits out Toronto's preseason home debutBy The Associated PressKawhi Leonard's debut in his new home arena will have to wait.Leonard was one of the regulars who rested Friday night, when the Toronto Raptors defeated Melbourne United 120-82. The Raptors scheduled five preseason games this season, but Friday's...

AP Sports WriterKevin Durant feels the love in NBA's return to SeattleBy TIM BOOTHSEATTLE (AP) Kevin Durant got off the bus inside the loading dock of KeyArena about two hours before tipoff and made a quick glance toward the court, visible through the tunnel.He was back where his...

Redick perfect, 76ers top Mavs 120-114 in China GamesSHANGHAI (AP) JJ Redick made all 10 of his shots and scored 28 points, Joel Embiid finished with 22 points and the Philadelphia 76ers downed the Dallas Mavericks 120-114 on Friday night in the opener of the NBA China Games.Redick...

Ex-wife of slain NBA player found competent to stand trialMEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) A doctor has found the jailed ex-wife of slain former NBA player Lorenzen Wright mentally competent to stand trial.Shelby County Criminal Court judge Lee Coffee said Friday that he's been informed by Dr. Wyatt Nichols that...

Barkley gets Philadelphia media award, gives take on 76ersPHILADELPHIA (AP) Charles Barkley is being honored in Philadelphia with a media award.Barkley received the Lew Klein Excellence in the Media Award at Temple University on Friday.The basketball Hall of Famer and commentator on TNT's ''Inside the NBA'' told the...

Kyrie tells fans: I'll be back 'if you guys will have me'BOSTON (AP) Boston point guard Kyrie Irving says he intends to re-sign with the Celtics next summer.At a fan event at TD Garden on Thursday , Irving told the crowd, ''If you guys will have me back,...

Oladipo leads Pacers over Rockets in their preseason openerBy The Associated PressVictor Oladipo made four 3-ponts and scored 24 points, Domantas Sabonis had 15 points and 12 rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Houston Rockets 110-100 on Thursday night in their preseason opener.TJ Leaf, starting in place of...

Arison Foundation pledges $5 million for disaster reliefMIAMI (AP) The Micky and Madeleine Arison Family Foundation announced a $5 million pledge Thursday to support relief efforts in communities affected by three recent disasters, including last month's Hurricane Florence.The foundation, led by the Miami Heat managing general partner and...

Smashing debut: Giannis, Bucks cruise in new arena's openerBy The Associated PressGiannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks put on a smashing opening-night performance at their new arena.Antetokounmpo had 19 points, 13 rebounds and five assists, and the Bucks routed the Chicago Bulls 116-82 on Wednesday night in the first...