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AP Sports WriterAP sources: LeBron declines option, becomes free agentBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) LeBron James made the first move. Decision 3.0 is officially under way.James told the Cleveland Cavaliers that he is not exercising his $35.6 million contract option for next season and will hit the free-agent market,...

Pelicans' Davis, Cavs' Wade to play, Rose outNEW ORLEANS (AP) Pelicans forward Anthony Davis and Cavaliers guard Dwyane Wade are set to return from knee injuries as New Orleans hosts Cleveland on Saturday night, but Cavs guard Derek Rose is out for a fourth straight game.Cleveland coach Tryonn...

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) - The team coached by former NBA player Carl Herrera says his condition is improving following a shooting in Venezuela.The Gigantes de Guayana team said in a Twitter post that Herrera is no longer in critical condition and is ''completely out of danger.''Herrera was shot Saturday...

Bucks star Antetokounmpo misses game with sore right kneeCHICAGO (AP) Milwaukee Bucks All-Star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo sat out Monday night's game against the Chicago Bulls because of a sore right knee.Coach Mike Budenholzer says Antetokounmpo worked out Monday and the Bucks are ''hopeful'' his absence is ''very short...

AP Sports WriterCavs F Windler has broken left hand, no timetable on returnBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) Cavaliers rookie forward Dylan Windler broke his left hand in the season opener, another unlucky medical setback for the promising player.The team said Thursday that Windler suffered a fourth metacarpal fracture (on...

AP Basketball WriterLeBron James pumps up his hometown, Goodyear TireBy BRIAN MAHONEYLAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) Akron's best-known native responded to President Donald Trump's attack on his Ohio hometown's iconic company, offering a shout-out of solidarity with the city, company and workers.''Not only has Goodyear been great for...

AP Basketball WriterZion Williamson getting tested, but return to bubble unknownBy TIM REYNOLDSLAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) Zion Williamson could still make re-opening night of the NBA season.The New Orleans Pelicans said Wednesday that Williamson, who left the NBA bubble at Walt Disney World last week, is being...

CLEVELAND (AP) - Anderson Varejao's season has ended, dealing a major blow to the Cavaliers' NBA title hopes.Cleveland's starting center tore his left Achilles tendon on Tuesday night in a win over Minnesota, an injury that will cost him the rest of this season and will force the Cavs...

Wizards hire Antwan Jamison as director of pro personnelWASHINGTON (AP) The Wizards are continuing their front office overhaul by hiring Antawn Jamison as director of pro personnel.Jamison returns to Washington, where he played for six seasons as part of his 17-year NBA career. He spent the past two...

AP Basketball WriterWarriors, Cavaliers say they're not going to White HouseBy TIM REYNOLDSCLEVELAND (AP) Stephen Curry and LeBron James spoke their minds last year. They have not changed their minds this year.No matter whose team wins the NBA championship, neither superstar will be at the White House anytime...

Mavs star Doncic leaves early after injuring ankle vs HeatDALLAS (AP) Luka Doncic left a game against Miami early after the young Dallas Mavericks star sprained his right ankle while driving to the basket.The reigning rookie of the year's right foot landed on the foot of Heat guard...

The Latest: Anthony, Thunder will be parting waysBy The Associated PressThe Latest on NBA Free Agency (all times EDT):3:15 p.m.Carmelo Anthony has played his last game for the Oklahoma City Thunder, barring a massive change of plans.A person with knowledge of the negotiations said Friday that Anthony and the...