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May 21, 2018
Steph Curry and the Warriors had three days off to ponder a bad Game 2 loss in Houston. Back home for Game 3, Curry and his team unloaded on the Rockets.
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May 21, 2018
Steph Curry scored 18 of his game-high 35 points in a pivotal third quarter in which the Warriors pulled away, resulting in a 126-85 romp of the Rockets to take a 2-1 series lead in the Western Conference finals.
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May 21, 2018
Steph Curry's emotions erupted in step with his offense as he scored 18 of his game-high 35 points in a pivotal third quarter in which the Warriors pulled away from the Rockets.
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May 21, 2018
Mike D'Antoni and the Rockets cited a lack of aggression in their lopsided Game 3 loss to the Warriors on Sunday, the worst playoff loss in the franchise's history.
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May 20, 2018
Welcome to the West finals, Steph Curry. The two-time MVP dropped 35 points and caught fire during a third-quarter blitz as Golden State rolled to a 41-point Game 3 rout of Houston.
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May 20, 2018
Highly touted prospect Luka Doncic led Real Madrid to its 10th Euroleague crown over Turkish power Fenerbahce on Sunday. When asked after the win about his NBA future, the 19-year-old Slovenian said "soon I will tell."
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May 20, 2018
Highly touted prospect Luka Doncic led Real Madrid to its 10th Euroleague crown over Turkish power Fenerbahce on Sunday. When asked after the win about his NBA future, the 19-year-old Slovenian said "soon I will tell."
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May 20, 2018
Celtics players were disappointed with their effort in Game 3 against the Cavaliers but were adamant on Sunday that they expect a much better effort Monday night in Game 4.
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May 20, 2018
Down 0-2 to the Celtics entering Game 3, the Cavaliers had desperation on their side en route to a blowout win. Now, coach Ty Lue is tasked with distilling that same sense of urgency heading into Monday: "We can't get satisfied with just one win."
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May 20, 2018
Who are the new favorites to make the NBA Finals? Our panel makes predictions.
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May 20, 2018
The Cavs' tough defense against Al Horford and the Celtics was one of the keys in their Game 3 win Saturday.
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May 20, 2018
After a 116-86 drubbing at the hands of the Cavaliers trimmed the Celtics' series lead to 2-1, guard Terry Rozier said he believes his team got a much-needed wake-up call. "We needed to get our butts whooped," Rozier said.
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May 20, 2018
In a make-or-miss postseason, Cleveland's shots finally went down, as LeBron James notched 12 assists and the Cavs made 17 of 34 from the 3-point line to claim their first win of the Eastern Conference finals.
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May 19, 2018
Ahead of Sunday's Game 3 of the Western Conference finals, Warriors forward Draymond Green said, "I think we're at our best when we feel threatened," adding that in Game 2 "we didn't feel as threatened, and the sense of urgency wasn't there."
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May 19, 2018
After a split at the Toyota Center, Golden State attempts to defend its home court in Game 3 against James Harden, Chris Paul and Houston.
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May 19, 2018
Hall of Famer Bill Russell was taken to the hospital on Friday and released Saturday. A representative told TMZ that Russell was suffering from dehydration.
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May 19, 2018
In his series "Detail," Kobe Bryant offered advice to Celtics rookie Jayson Tatum on how to improve, which Tatum says he's "probably watched like 25 times already."
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May 19, 2018
LeBron James said he hasn't been resting easy as the Cavaliers trail 0-2 to the Celtics in the Eastern Conference finals.
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May 19, 2018
What will decide Rockets-Warriors? Steph Curry's defense and the Warriors finding their mojo on offense are two big things to watch.
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May 19, 2018
The Boston Celtics acknowledge the powerhouse that is LeBron James, and their plan is simple: Control what you can control.
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May 19, 2018
Are we headed for a Warriors-Celtics NBA Finals? What's up with Stephen Curry? Our NBA experts answer the pressing questions in the conference finals.
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May 18, 2018
Warriors stars Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant shrugged off Curry's shooting slump, with both men underscoring their confidence in Curry's play.
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May 18, 2018
Phoenix Suns general manager Ryan McDonough says he hasn't ruled out the option of dealing away the No. 1 pick in June's draft for a lower pick -- or even a worthy veteran player.
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May 18, 2018
Trae Young says his focus is not just to be the best player in the 2018 draft, but the best player in the NBA.
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May 18, 2018
Top NBA draft prospect Luka Doncic played a team-high 30 minutes and finished with 16 points, seven rebounds and two assists in Real Madrid's 92-83 win in the Euroleague Final Four.
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May 18, 2018
Rockets point guard Chris Paul was among those reacting to a deadly shooting at Santa Fe High School in Texas that left 10 dead Friday.
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May 18, 2018
Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue wants his team, in an 0-2 hole in the Eastern Conference finals, to speed things up in Game 3.
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May 18, 2018
Which decisions on key players, draft picks, trades and new contracts will be priorities for every franchise?
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May 18, 2018
Are we headed for a Warriors-Celtics NBA Finals? What's up with Stephen Curry? Our NBA experts answer the pressing questions in the conference finals.
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May 18, 2018
Are we headed for a Warriors-Celtics NBA Finals? What's up with Stephen Curry? Our NBA experts answer the pressing questions in the conference finals.
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May 17, 2018
Saying he's fully healthy after back surgery curtailed his lone season at Missouri, Michael Porter Jr. said Thursday that he's the best player available in next month's NBA draft.
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May 17, 2018
There have been two themes over the past two weeks on NBA social: shade and nostalgia.
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May 17, 2018
"We've got to be the one to hit first," Celtics guard Marcus Smart said on what his team needs to do in Game 3 against the Cavaliers in Cleveland.
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May 17, 2018
The Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo, who had a breakfast meeting with Mike Budenholzer on Wednesday, says he's excited to play for the new coach. Antetokounmpo asked Budenholzer tough questions, he said, but the meeting was fun.
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May 17, 2018
Stephen Curry is getting close to finalizing a deal to host a PGA Tour event, sources told ESPN.
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May 17, 2018
While six Cavaliers averaged double-digit scoring in a sweep of Toronto, only LeBron James and Kevin Love are in double digits through two losses to Boston. JR Smith says the rest of the team has to give James more support.
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May 17, 2018
Villanova sophomore Donte DiVincenzo plans on participating in five-on-five games at the NBA draft combine but isn't sure if he'll stay in June's draft.
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May 17, 2018
Nineteen-year-old Slovenian point guard Luka Doncic, the No. 2-rated NBA prospect by ESPN, says he is undecided if he will play in the NBA next season.
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May 17, 2018
Indiana guard Victor Oladipo will serve as the honorary pace car driver to start the Indianapolis 500 on May 27.
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May 17, 2018
At least nine NBA teams will have a different coach than the one that started the 2017-18 season. Keep up with every change on the sidelines here.
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May 17, 2018
Who are the new favorites to make the NBA Finals, and who will win the title? Our panel makes predictions.
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May 17, 2018
The NBA has been on the leading edge of legalized sports betting. But what does the Supreme Court decision mean for the league and how will it affect the game?
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May 17, 2018
Kevin Pelton answers questions on the value of the Celtics' head coach, playoff defense and hot 3-point shooting.
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May 17, 2018
Kevin Pelton answers questions on the value of the Celtics' head coach, playoff defense and hot 3-point shooting.
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May 17, 2018
The Rockets targeted Stephen Curry on 23 possessions in Game 2, the most he has been targeted in a game this postseason, with Curry admitting he and the Warriors were a step slow.
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May 17, 2018
After being challenged to make sweeping adjustments, Mike D'Antoni and the Rockets stuck with what worked all season in a critical Game 2 win.
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May 17, 2018
James Harden and his Rockets teammates are confident they can win the Western Conference finals, especially after improved intensity helped them to a Game 2 win Wednesday night.
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May 17, 2018
All the things that went wrong for Houston in Game 1 went the Rockets' way in Game 2, adding up to a 22-point win and a series that's tied 1-1.
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May 16, 2018
The NBA announced its finalists for its regular-season awards with LeBron James, James Harden and Anthony Davis the finalists for the league's highest honor, the MVP award.
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May 16, 2018
The Milwaukee Bucks named Mike Budenholzer head coach, citing his ability to teach and develop players. Budenholzer met with franchise star Giannis Antetokounmpo on Wednesday.
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May 16, 2018
Mike Budenholzer has agreed to a deal in principle to become the Milwaukee Bucks' head coach, league sources told ESPN.
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May 16, 2018
The Cavs' JR Smith, who admitted to "blatantly" pushing Al Horford during Game 2, will not be penalized for the flagrant 1 by the NBA, a source told ESPN.
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May 16, 2018
The Rockets will have to find a way to limit their turnovers in Game 2 in order to salvage a pivotal home win before the series heads to Oakland.
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May 16, 2018
What happened in the secret NBA draft lottery room, and which teams came just one number away from winning? Zach Lowe has all the details.
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May 16, 2018
GM Daryl Morey constructed the Rockets with the singular goal of beating the Warriors. He surrounded MVP favorite James Harden with the necessary pieces, but one question remains: Is it enough?
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May 16, 2018
Up 2-0 in the Eastern Conference finals, the Celtics are showing the vigor of an upstart contender. Meanwhile, LeBron once again looks mired in the morass of organizational fatigue.
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May 16, 2018
Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue said after Game 2 that the Celtics are "gooning the game up." Several Boston players brushed off the remark and said they are just playing hard.
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May 16, 2018
Marcus Smart did a little bit of everything in the Celtics' Game 2 victory and even earned the praise of LeBron James.
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May 16, 2018
Marcus Smart did a little bit of everything in the Celtics' Game 2 victory and even earned the praise of LeBron James.
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May 16, 2018
Phoenix has made no secret that its ready for a return on its lengthy rebuild. So how close are the Suns after landing the No. 1 pick?
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May 16, 2018
Boston overcame a double-digit deficit and a 42-point triple-double from LeBron James to take Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals.
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May 15, 2018
A strained neck isn't enough to keep down LeBron James, who suffered the injury in the second quarter of Tuesday's Game 2, but missed less than two minutes of game action.
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May 15, 2018
What are the big things to watch at the combine, and who has the most at stake? Our draft experts break down an important week for teams and prospects.
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May 15, 2018
After winning just 21 games this season, the Suns got their biggest win of the year Tuesday, grabbing the No. 1 overall pick for June's NBA draft.
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May 15, 2018
A day after their Game 1 win in Houston, Golden State players were on the same page, noting that this Western Conference finals series versus the Rockets is far from over.
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May 15, 2018
The Houston Rockets dismissed the idea that they relied too heavily on isolation plays during Game 1 of the West finals. "That's what we do," James Harden said. "We've just got to do it better."
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May 15, 2018
The NBA draft lottery will be held Tuesday night as the Cavaliers prepare for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals, and Nick Gilbert, the son of team owner Dan Gilbert, will represent the team at the event again.
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May 15, 2018
Dennis Schroder, who has spent this five-year career with the Atlanta Hawks, says he wants to stay but needs to understand where the team is headed and do what's best for him.
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May 15, 2018
With every U.S. state now available to offer sports betting, professional sports owners are among the big winners. But what about Twitter, illegal bookmakers and the NCAA? We run through winners and losers.
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May 15, 2018
The Milwaukee Bucks ownership is meeting with Mike Budenholzer and Ettore Messina, the two finalists for their head coaching job, Tuesday in New York, league sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
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May 15, 2018
Marcus Smart's mother began chemotherapy this week, but she has told her son to stay focused on the playoffs, the Boston Celtics guard said Tuesday.
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May 15, 2018
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, who has been outspoken in favor of legalized sports gambling, said Monday the SCOTUS ruling "doubled the value of the professional sports franchises in a second."
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May 15, 2018
Don't worry, you're not alone. Many will be new to sports betting following the SCOTUS ruling, so we ran through some basics you might want to know.
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May 15, 2018
Don't worry, you're not alone. Many will be new to sports betting following the SCOTUS ruling, so we ran through some basics you might want to know.
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May 15, 2018
Mike Woodson, who has been an assistant with the Clippers since 2014, won't return to the team next season, sources told ESPN.
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May 15, 2018
Defense is a problem for the Cavaliers. So what are LeBron & Co. going to do about it? Outscore you ... or bust.
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May 15, 2018
Magic co-founder Pat Williams will carry a talking Lil' Penny doll with him during the NBA draft lottery Tuesday night.
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May 15, 2018
Magic co-founder Pat Williams will carry a talking Lil' Penny doll with him during the NBA draft lottery Tuesday night.
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May 15, 2018
Houston had a great regular season, even better than Golden State's. But it took the Warriors just 48 minutes to get home-court advantage back.
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May 15, 2018
Houston had a great regular season, even better than Golden State's. But it took the Warriors just 48 minutes to get home-court advantage back.
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May 15, 2018
Steve Kerr and the Warriors expressed confidence in continuing to showcase Kevin Durant after his 37-point, Game 1 performance. But Durant's explosion wasn't a main concern of the Rockets.
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May 15, 2018
Rockets reserve forward Luc Mbah a Moute, 0-of-6 from the floor in 17 minutes Monday night, says he doesn't have enough confidence in the right shoulder he dislocated twice this season.
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May 15, 2018
Rockets reserve forward Luc Mbah a Moute, 0-of-6 from the floor in 17 minutes Monday night, says he doesn't have enough confidence in the right shoulder he dislocated twice this season.
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May 15, 2018
Rockets star James Harden was spectacular Monday night, but it wasn't enough to stop Stephen Curry and the Warriors from pulling away with a crucial Game 1 win.
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May 15, 2018
Golden State absorbed Houston's blows and eventually broke open Game 1 with their stellar 3-point shooting and ball movement.
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May 14, 2018
Which matchups and maneuvers matter most in Rockets-Warriors? Here are all the little things that will make the biggest difference.
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May 14, 2018
Igor Kokoskov, speaking at his introductory news conference with the Suns, said he did not consider himself to be a "European" coach. "I'm an NBA coach" said Kokoskov, 46, who just finished his 18th season as an assistant coach in the league.
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May 14, 2018
Brad Stevens says he's "uncomfortable" with all the praise he's received for the Celtics' success.
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May 14, 2018
Lloyd Pierce, who was announced as Hawks coach Friday, says his first priority will be assembling a staff of assistants who share his passion for defense and his proven ability to connect with young players.
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May 14, 2018
LeBron James' ability to remember every play of a Celtics run against his Cavs impressed Draymond Green and Steve Kerr of the Warriors.
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May 14, 2018
Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue says he's weighing starting Tristan Thompson in Game 2, citing Thompson's success in guarding Celtics big man Al Horford.
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May 14, 2018
Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue says he's weighing starting Tristan Thompson in Game 2, citing Thompson's success in guarding Celtics big man Al Horford.
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May 14, 2018
For the first time in four years, the Warriors will play Game 1 away from Oracle Arena. But the team is embracing its road test in Houston.
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May 14, 2018
With both teams having head-coaching spots to fill, the Raptors are opening conversations with Mike Budenholzer while Bucks will re-engage with him early this week, sources said.
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May 14, 2018
Here is ESPN Chalk's one-stop shop of all relevant content, following the Supreme Court's ruling in favor of New Jersey.
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May 14, 2018
Billions will be wagered at new legal sportsbooks across the United States. The NBA and MLB are angling to reap some of the profits.
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May 14, 2018
Billions will be wagered at new legal sportsbooks across the United States. The NBA and MLB are angling to reap some of the profits.
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May 14, 2018
James Harden and the Rockets host the Warriors in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. Golden State has won each of the past three conference finals.
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May 14, 2018
The Supreme Court struck down a federal law prohibiting sports gambling Monday, giving states the go-ahead to allow betting on sports.
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May 14, 2018
For the first time in four years, the Warriors will play Game 1 away from Oracle Arena. But the team is embracing its road test in Houston.
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