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A happy return for Lakers' Pau Gasol

 

Published 16 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

He has 24 points and 13 rebounds in his season debut, a rout of the Bulls. > The never-ending "hamstring watch" finally ended. Pau Gasol was back.

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Five years later, Ron Artest recalls the Brawl at the Palace

 

Published 16 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Now with the Lakers, Artest says the melee wasn't his fault and he should get some of the $5 million he lost during a 73-game suspension. > Five years ago Thursday, Ron Artest was ...

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Clippers' Dunleavy defends himself amid speculation about his job security

 

Published 16 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

He says he deserves a chance to prove himself when the injured Eric Gordon and Blake Griffin return to play. > Clippers General Manager and Coach Mike Dunleavy , with his team ...

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Lakers' Lamar Odom leads from the bench

 

Published 16 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

His change of heart about sixth-man role should energize a mostly ineffective reserve unit. > Lamar Odom wasn't entirely thrilled when he found out he was ...

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Up next for the Clippers: Friday vs. Denver

 

Published 16 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Forward Carmelo Anthony and the Nuggets provide a big obstacle for L.A. > Clippers tonight VS. DENVER When: 7:30.

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Peja Stojakovic leads Hornets over Suns

 

Published 16 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Jazz ends a decade of losing in San Antonio. > at New Orleans 110, Phoenix 103: Peja Stojakovic made seven three-point shots during a 25-point, 13-rebound performance, and the ...

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Lakers' Gasol proves his worth, even if fans don't notice

 

Published 16 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

The forward/center, who made his season debut Thursday night against the Bulls, makes the Lakers contenders again. > The forward/center, who made his season ...

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Pau Gasol's freelancing: Buss has a stand, what's yours?

 

Published 26 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

When is too much basketball too much? In a men's room interview, the Lakers' owner allows as how he thinks Gasol overdid it in the off-season. > When is too ...

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Clippers revert to (bad) form

 

Published 40 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Baron Davis scores 23 points, but the Grizzlies, who post only their third victory, have much more firepower. Marcus Camby injures his back. > Remember all ...

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Chicago could try to blame road woes on the circus

 

Published 40 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Mike Bresnahan covers the Lakers for The Times and ties up loose ends on the day of his self-designated 'Lakers game of the week.' The Lakers play host to Chicago tonight. >  ...

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Joe Johnson leads Hawks

 

Published 40 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Atlanta beats Miami for its sixth victory in a row. > at Atlanta 105, Miami 90: The Hawks (10-2) won their sixth in a row as Joe Johnson made it two 30-point games in a row.  ...

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Up next for Lakers: Thursday vs. Chicago

 

Published 40 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

The Bulls are led by second-year point guard Derrick Rose. > Lakers tonight VS. CHICAGO When: 7:30.

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Antawn Jamison has 31 points in season debut

 

Published 40 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Jamison leads Wizards over Cavaliers with a double-double. > Antawn Jamison delivered a double-double in his season debut, and the Washington Wizards ...

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King James says Browns are within his realm of possibility

 

Published 40 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

After LeBron James says he could turn NFL franchise around, Browns Coach Eric Mangini extends a workout invitation. > In the latest effort to turn around ...

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Pau Gasol says he will play Thursday

 

Published 45 hours ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

The All-Star's hamstring has healed enough to enable him to make his season debut against the Bulls. > The All-Star's hamstring has healed enough to enable ...

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Clippers' loss is bigger than just a game

 

Published 2 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

They drop to 4-8 with defeat against Hornets and, even worse, absorb another major injury, as Kareem Rush suffers a torn knee ligament and is lost for the season. >  ...

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The Pau Watch extends to TV

 

Published 2 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Phil Jackson has a field day with Pau Gasol's extended injury, and his guest spot on 'CSI: Miami.' > Will this season never end?

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Lakers almost let it get away

 

Published 2 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Second unit struggles against Pistons, but L.A. ends losing streak at two. > It's not comparable to the Lakers' 33-game winning streak in 1971-72 or the ...

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Pau Gasol should be back Thursday

 

Published 2 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Gasol, now an actor as well, feeling less pain in his hamstring. > In his acting debut, Pau Gasol died of a brain injury as a character on Monday night's episode of "CSI: Miami."  ...

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Kwame Brown reflects on time with Lakers

 

Published 2 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Now backing up Ben Wallace in Detroit, Brown is happy for his former teammates and is pleased with Andrew Bynum's progress. > Did the Lakers send a ...

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Nets fall to 0-11

 

Published 2 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

New Jersey is still six losses shy of tying the league record for bad starts. > Indiana 91, at New Jersey 83: Danny Granger scored 22 points, Roy Hibbert tied a career high with 19 ...

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Cavaliers hold off seven Warriors

 

Published 2 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

With both teams playing short, LeBron James scores 31 points. > LeBron James had 31 points and 12 assists, J.J. Hickson scored a career-high 21 points and ...

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Up next for Clippers: Wednesday at Memphis

 

Published 2 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Grizzlies, minus Allen Iverson but with ex-Clipper Zach Randolph, will try to avenge an earlier loss to L.A. > Clippers tonight AT MEMPHIS When: 5 PST.

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Lakers-Pistons live coverage

 

Published 2 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Can't make it to the game? Forgot to set your DVR? Catch all the action here.

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Carmelo Anthony, all grown up?

 

Published 2 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Nuggets' star says he has matured and he's being mentioned as an early MVP candidate. > Nuggets' star says he has matured and he's being mentioned as an ...

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Missing their A game, Lakers hope Pau Gasol can play a game

 

Published 3 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Injured forward says his hamstring feels better and he could play Thursday. Kobe Bryant appears OK, but Luke Walton is out at least six weeks. L.A. looks to end two-game skid Tuesday against Detroit. >  ...

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Al Thornton weighs in on woes

 

Published 3 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Forward believes that losing 25 pounds too fast in the off-season threw off his game. > Conventional wisdom held that a slimmer Al Thornton was supposed to be a new-and-improved ...

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Andrew Bynum keeps scoring even as Lakers struggle

 

Published 3 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

The center has 19 points in a loss at Denver and 21 in a loss to Houston. > Despite the many inconsistencies over the Lakers' last two games, there was one consistent source of ...

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Memphis Grizzlies end contract with Allen Iverson

 

Published 3 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Team describes the decision to part ways with the 10-time All-Star as a 'mutual agreement.' The former league MVP, who had complained about having to come off the bench, will be waived. >  ...

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Up next for Lakers: Tuesday vs. Detroit

 

Published 3 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

The Pistons have been disappointing so far this season, bringing a 5-5 record into the teams' first meeting. > Lakers tonight VS. DETROIT Time: 7:30

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Hawks extend their streak and end Portland's

 

Published 3 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Atlanta's 99-95 overtime victory gives it five straight wins and halts Trail Blazers' six-game run. Joe Johnson scores 35 points. > Joe Johnson scored eight ...

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Mavericks beat Bucks in overtime

 

Published 3 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki's fall-away jumper as time expires gives Dallas a 115-113 victory that ends Milwaukee's five-game winning streak. > Dallas 115, at Milwaukee 113 (OT): Dirk Nowitzki ...

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Mavericks get a road win, beating Pistons 95-90

 

Published 4 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Dirk Nowitzki scores 25 points for Dallas, while Ben Gordon, Detroit's leading scorer, misses 15 of 16 shots. > Dallas 95, at Detroit 90: Dirk Nowitzki had 25 points for the ...

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Ragged Lakers are well off-pace

 

Published 4 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Their second loss in a row makes Kobe Bryant's goal of 70 wins this season seem far-fetched. Better goals should be short term and revolve around consistency and focused defense. >  ...

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Rockets still a thorn in Lakers' side

 

Published 4 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Last spring's playoff nemeses prove they're still a handful, beating the uninspired Lakers, 101-91, at Staples. Making matters worse, Kobe Bryant is injured. >  ...

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Ariza emotional as he joins inner circle

 

Published 4 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Houston Rockets forward receives his NBA Championship ring prior to start of Sunday's game.

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Suns beat Toronto for the 11th straight time

 

Published 4 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Amare Stoudemire scores 30, and Steve Nash's three-point play with 38.9 seconds left gives Phoenix a 101-100 win, improving Suns' record to an NBA-best 9-2. >  ...

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Lakers fall to Rockets, 101-91

 

Published 4 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Kobe Bryant finishes with 21 points as Lakers drop their second consecutive game.

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Clippers shoot down losing streak

 

Published 4 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Baron Davis hits a critical shot in the final minute as the Clippers snap a three-game losing streak. > Baron Davis hits a critical shot in the final minute ...

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Up next for Clippers: Sunday at Oklahoma City

 

Published 5 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

The Clippers will be trying to end a losing streak at three games. > Clippers tonight AT OKLAHOMA CITY When: 4 PST.

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Up next for Lakers: Sunday vs. Houston

 

Published 5 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

The Lakers won the previous matchup of these teams this month. > Lakers tonight VS. HOUSTON When: 6:30.

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NBA quotes of the week

 

Published 5 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Allen Iverson's leave of absence is the league's hottest topic. > EXACTLY Clippers broadcaster Ralph Lawler, on the "personal problems" that obliged Allen Iverson to leave the ...

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How they rank

 

Published 5 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

The Lakers move into the top spot, but the Hawks are moving up fast. >

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Can Clippers shape up without a shake-up?

 

Published 5 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

After Los Angeles loses a 22-point lead and falls to the Toronto Raptors, questions are coming fast and furious. > After Los Angeles loses a 22-point lead ...

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Phil Jackson cancels practice to take inventory

 

Published 5 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

The Lakers' schedule will loosen up over the next few weeks, but the team must first figure out what went wrong in their 105-79 loss to Denver. > The ...

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Brandon Jennings scores 55 for Bucks

 

Published 5 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Rookie scores 29 points in the third quarter in victory over Warriors. > Rookie Brandon Jennings scored 55 points, including 29 in the third quarter, to ...

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Dwyane Wade's three-pointer beats the Nets

 

Published 5 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Kevin Durant leads Thunder over the Spurs. > at Miami 81, New Jersey 80: Dwyane Wade's three-point basket with 0.1 of a second left led the Heat over the winless Nets (0-10).  ...

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Byron Scott was least of Hornets' problems

 

Published 5 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Firing of coach really does nothing to address the mess in New Orleans. Owner George Shinn should ve started by looking in the mirror. > Firing of coach ...

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NBA quotes of the week

 

Published 5 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Allen Iverson's leave of absence is the league's hottest topic. > EXACTLY Clippers broadcaster Ralph Lawler, on the "personal problems" that obliged Allen Iverson to leave the ...

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Game of the week: Orlando at Boston

 

Published 5 days ago at L.A. Times - Basketball

Unfriendly rivals meet Friday, a rematch of last season's second-round playoff series, won by the Magic in seven games. > Unfriendly rivals meet Friday, a ...

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