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THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
February 12, 2012
TORONTO — Kobe Bryant didn’t need a huge game to dismantle the Toronto Raptors, just one good look with a few seconds left on the clock.
February 08, 2012
OAKLAND, Calif. - Kevin Durant is starting to form a collection of game-winning shots.
February 07, 2012
MINNEAPOLIS - The way that DeMarcus Cousins has been playing lately, the Minnesota Timberwolves were looking like fools for passing on him in favour of Wes Johnson last year.
February 07, 2012
INDIANAPOLIS - Danny Granger sat at his locker, worn out and tired.
Pierce passes Bird as Celtics' down Bobcats
February 07, 2012
BOSTON - Paul Pierce knew what was on the line with every shot.
Wade's 26 helps Heat top Cavs, 107-91
February 07, 2012
MIAMI - One stingy defensive stretch was enough to carry the Miami Heat past LeBron James' former team once again.
NBA Capsules: Boston pushes win streak to five
February 07, 2012
BOSTON - Paul Pierce passed Larry Bird for No. 2 on the Celtics' career scoring list, finishing with 15 points as Boston increased its winning streak to five with a 94-84 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Tuesday night.
Nash hits late layup, Suns beat Bucks 107-105
February 07, 2012
MILWAUKEE - Steve Nash hit a driving layup with five seconds left, giving the Phoenix Suns a 107-105 victory over Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night.
Pierce passes Bird, No. 2 in Celtics scoring
February 07, 2012
BOSTON - Paul Pierce has passed Larry Bird for second place on the Boston Celtics' career scoring list.
Bryant won't be charged in church fight
February 07, 2012
SAN DIEGO - San Diego prosecutors won't file criminal charges against Kobe Bryant after reviewing allegations by a man who accused the Los Angeles Lakers star of injuring him during a scuffle at church.
Magic embrace rare practice in preparing for Heat
February 07, 2012
ORLANDO, Fla. - Perhaps Orlando Magic coach Stan Van Gundy's biggest frustration this season has nothing to do with what his team hasn't accomplished at times during games.
Given a chance, Lin becomes New York's newest star
February 07, 2012
GREENBURGH, N.Y. - Linsanity has taken over Madison Square Garden, and even Magic Johnson was captivated watching New York's newest star.
NBA says goaltending call was incorrect
February 07, 2012
PORTLAND, Ore. - The NBA said a goaltending call in the final seconds of regulation in the Portland Trail Blazers' overtime loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night was incorrect.
Nuggets' Gallinari expected to miss a month
February 07, 2012
DENVER - It was hard for Danilo Gallinari to actually have pep in his step Tuesday.
NBA alters format for rookies-sophomores game
February 07, 2012
NEW YORK, N.Y. - The NBA has decided to try a new format for its All-Star weekend game featuring the league's top young talent.
Knicks F Anthony out with groin injury
February 07, 2012
GREENBURGH, N.Y. - The New York Knicks say they expect Carmelo Anthony to miss a week or two with a strained right groin.
Jackson lingering on Bucks' bench, role uncertain
February 07, 2012
MILWAUKEE - After spending most of last week sitting on the bench, Stephen Jackson isn't sure where he stands with the Milwaukee Bucks.
NBA-best Thunder beat Blazers 111-107 in OT
February 07, 2012
PORTLAND, Ore. - A satisfying victory for Oklahoma City was a head-scratcher for Portland.
Scola leads Rockets past hurting Nuggets
February 07, 2012
DENVER - The Denver Nuggets began the night without three starters and a backup. They ended it by watching rising star forward Danilo Gallinari hobble out of the Pepsi Center on crutches in a walking boot after a dispiriting 99-90 loss to the Houston Rockets.
NBA Capsules: 76ers spoil Kobe's big night
February 07, 2012
PHILADELPHIA - Lou Williams nailed the go-ahead three-pointer, scored 14 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, and spoiled Kobe Bryant's record-setting night while leading the Philadelphia 76ers to 95-90 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night.
Parker, Duncan lead Spurs past Grizzlies
February 07, 2012
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Tony Parker appreciates San Antonio coach Gregg Popovich's conservation plan.
James asserts himself with 30 points as Heat hold off Toronto 95-89
February 05, 2012
MIAMI — LeBron James took a hard foul and clearly was not happy. So the next time he saw the ball, he made sure no Toronto player could reach him.
Paul, Griffin lead Clippers past Jazz
February 02, 2012
SALT LAKE CITY - Chris Paul was shocked to learn the Los Angeles Clippers hadn't won in Utah since 2003.
Blazers hand Bobcats 10th straight loss
February 02, 2012
PORTLAND, Ore. - Charlotte guard Gerald Henderson said that there wasn't much the Bobcats could do while suffering the worst defeat in franchise history.
Paul, Griffin lead Clippers past Jazz
February 02, 2012
SALT LAKE CITY - Chris Paul scored a season-high 34 points and Blake Griffin added 31 as the Los Angeles Clippers held on for a 107-105 victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night.
NBA Roundup: Jennings, Bucks beat Heat again
February 02, 2012
MILWAUKEE - Brandon Jennings scored 31 points, including three three-pointers in a critical stretch of the fourth quarter, and Milwaukee beat Miami 105-97 on Wednesday night for the Bucks' second win over the Heat this season.
Westbrook, Durant lead Thunder past Mavericks
February 02, 2012
DALLAS - Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant provided the offence for Oklahoma City, and Serge Ibaka's defence put the Thunder over the top.
Nash leads Suns past Hornets, 120-103
February 02, 2012
NEW ORLEANS - Steve Nash made Phoenix Suns history for his ability to put his teammates in position to score.
Duncan and Parker lead Spurs over Rockets
February 02, 2012
SAN ANTONIO - With the Spurs on the brink of getting blown out, Tim Duncan took over and carried them to victory.
Bucks win 105-97, beat Heat again
February 02, 2012
MILWAUKEE - The Miami Heat have the stars, the sun and South Beach.
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