http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/index.html en-us Copyright 2013 The Seattle Times Company Sun, 19 May 2013 20:03:24 PDT Sun, 19 May 2013 20:03:24 PDT MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019228_apbkngrizzlies.html?syndication=rss The Memphis Grizzlies have lost the opener in each round of this year's playoffs, but not like this. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019228_apbkngrizzlies.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 19:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019050_apbkngrizzliesspurs.html?syndication=rss The San Antonio Spurs opened the Western Conference finals resembling the past champions who've been there so many times before. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019050_apbkngrizzliesspurs.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 18:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021013961_nba19.html?syndication=rss Indiana spent the entire season perfecting its defense. On Saturday, it produced the biggest payoff for the Pacers in nearly a decade. Roy Hibbert's block of... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021013961_nba19.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 00:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014142_apbknknicks.html?syndication=rss Carmelo Anthony was nearly unstoppable for three quarters. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014142_apbknknicks.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013912_apbknknickspacers.html?syndication=rss Indiana spent the entire season perfecting its defense. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013912_apbknknickspacers.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 00:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013778_nbaexpansionxml.html?syndication=rss Despite a tough loss in the first round, Chris Hansen’s impressive bid to bring the NBA back to Seattle looks strong as the league appears to be more open to expansion, especially to the 12th largest TV market in the nation. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013778_nbaexpansionxml.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 00:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021011035_apbknpacershill.html?syndication=rss Indiana Pacers guard George Hill has been cleared to play Saturday night against the New York Knicks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference semifinal series. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021011035_apbknpacershill.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 22:46:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008804_apbkodanilovichospitalized.html?syndication=rss Serbian police say Predrag Danilovic, who played for the Miami Heat and Dallas Mavericks, is seriously injured after being stabbed in a fight. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008804_apbkodanilovichospitalized.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 07:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021008381_kings18.html?syndication=rss Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson announced to screaming throngs of Kings fans Friday that the deal to sell the NBA franchise to a group led by software tycoon Vivek Ranadive has been signed. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021008381_kings18.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 22:05:18 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021007660_apbkngrizzliesunlikelybigthree.html?syndication=rss The Miami Heat have LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. The Spurs have dominated for years with the trio of Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021007660_apbkngrizzliesunlikelybigthree.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 16:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021004990_apbklprincerussia.html?syndication=rss Epiphanny Prince is headed to Russia. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021004990_apbklprincerussia.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 13:31:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/17/si-report-hansen-offered-deposit-back-declines-to-take-it/?syndication=rss Chris Mannix of SI.com is reporting today that the NBA offered the Seattle ownership group to pay back the $30 million deposit it gave to the Maloof family, but has declined: League sources say owners offered to pay Hansen-Ballmer group the $30 million non-refundable deposit they paid the Maloofs. T NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/17/si-report-hansen-offered-deposit-back-declines-to-take-it/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 12:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021002001_apbknpacersknicksfolo.html?syndication=rss Carmelo Anthony made two jumpers to open the game, knowing it wouldn't stay that easy. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021002001_apbknpacersknicksfolo.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001981_apbknspurswarriorsfolo.html?syndication=rss Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, Manu Ginobili and the San Antonio Spurs are back in the Western Conference finals for the second straight season with the same style that has carried them to four NBA titles. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001981_apbknspurswarriorsfolo.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001959_apbknwarriors.html?syndication=rss By the time the Golden State Warriors' magical season came to a close, their struggles to find healthy bodies were matched by their shooting woes. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001959_apbknwarriors.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 02:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021001855_nba17.html?syndication=rss Slow at the start of the series and strong at the end, the San Antonio Spurs wore out the Golden State Warriors the way they have so many... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021001855_nba17.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 01:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001906_apbknspurswarriors.html?syndication=rss Slow at the start of the series and strong at the end, the San Antonio Spurs wore out the Golden State Warriors the way they have so many other opponents. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001906_apbknspurswarriors.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 01:31:09 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021001352_kings17.html?syndication=rss Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson says the agreement between the Maloofs and the group that will keep the Kings in Sacramento has been signed and money has changed hands. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021001352_kings17.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 19:01:33 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001816_apbknpacers.html?syndication=rss Without their point guard, the Indiana Pacers fumbled away their first chance to reach the Eastern Conference finals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001816_apbknpacers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 23:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001516_apbknpacersknicks.html?syndication=rss For the New York Knicks, it was about playing harder, even if not really much better. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001516_apbknpacersknicks.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 23:31:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/16/tonights-poll-who-is-most-responsible-for-seattle-not-having-an-nba-team/?syndication=rss Here’s tonight’s Seattle Times poll, asking readers who is most responsible for Seattle not having an NBA team: NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/16/tonights-poll-who-is-most-responsible-for-seattle-not-having-an-nba-team/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 22:31:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001130_apbknjordanwedding.html?syndication=rss In initial versions of an April 28 story about the marriage of NBA owner Michael Jordan and Yvette Prieto, The Associated Press failed to attribute descriptions of the bride's gown, the wedding cake and other details of the event at a private club in Jupiter, Fla. The story should have said the information was provided by Jordan's manager Estee Portnoy in an email exchange with the AP. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001130_apbknjordanwedding.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 17:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020997914_apbknnpbalawsuit.html?syndication=rss Ousted NBA players' association executive director Billy Hunter alleges in a lawsuit that president Derek Fisher had a secret deal with owners during the 2011 lockout that benefited himself, his publicist and certain players. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020997914_apbknnpbalawsuit.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 15:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993168_apbknkingssale.html?syndication=rss Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson flashed a few smiles when his bid to save the city's NBA franchise finally succeeded. Just not too many. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993168_apbknkingssale.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 03:01:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994368_apbkngrizzliesthunderfolo.html?syndication=rss Midway through the season, the Memphis Grizzlies came through Oklahoma City and left with questions swirling about the franchise's future after leading scorer Rudy Gay was traded away in the club's second big deal in just over a week. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994368_apbkngrizzliesthunderfolo.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994365_apbknbullsheatfolo.html?syndication=rss The tape around Dwyane Wade's right knee was soaked with sweat and beginning to loosen, so he headed to the locker room to get the joint re-wrapped during the fourth quarter. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994365_apbknbullsheatfolo.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 02:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020994104_nba16.html?syndication=rss The Memphis Grizzlies eliminated Oklahoma City and the Miami Heat ousted Chicago from the NBA playoffs. Each series ended in five games. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020994104_nba16.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 01:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020993996_bee16.html?syndication=rss The Kings are staying in Sacramento. Can we say that again? The Kings are staying in Sacramento. In what would have been considered a major... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020993996_bee16.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 06:19:38 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994059_apbkngrizzliesthunder.html?syndication=rss With their trademark grit-and-grind mentality, the Memphis Grizzlies are making history for a franchise with little prior postseason success. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994059_apbkngrizzliesthunder.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 01:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994106_apbkncollinsbrothers.html?syndication=rss Jason Collins would always make excuses for why he wasn't interested in the women his twin brother and sister-in-law would set him up with on dates. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994106_apbkncollinsbrothers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2020993783_brewer16.html?syndication=rss Scorned Seattle must wait for Adam Silver to take over as NBA commissioner and save its energy for an expansion fight it can win. Jerry Brewer http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2020993783_brewer16.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 00:27:02 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020993832_sacramento16.html?syndication=rss Sacramento is thrilled to keep its NBA team, excited about what that will mean for development of the city. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020993832_sacramento16.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 23:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2020993986_nbareactsxml.html?syndication=rss Local politicians expressed disappointment that the NBA voted to keep the Kings in Sacramento but vowed to be prepared if another opportunity presents itself. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2020993986_nbareactsxml.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 00:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020993861_kemp16.html?syndication=rss Shawn Kemp, the former Sonics star, says he thinks expansion is the best way for Seattle to get another NBA team. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020993861_kemp16.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 23:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020993631_tweetreaction16.html?syndication=rss " Can we all take solace in the fact that we don't have to take the awful Kings franchise? They are terrible. " Ryan Berry @The_RyanJBerry... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020993631_tweetreaction16.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 23:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993687_apbknbullsheat.html?syndication=rss Knowing his team needed him at his best, Dwyane Wade retreated to the Miami Heat locker room after the third quarter for some quick treatment on his aching right knee. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993687_apbknbullsheat.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 22:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993808_apbknbulls.html?syndication=rss Derrick Rose should be ready to play in Chicago's next game. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993808_apbknbulls.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 22:01:08 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-kings-owner-george-maloof-talks-to-the-media-following-wednesdays-bog-meeting/?syndication=rss Here’s some rough video of Sacramento Kings owner George Maloof talking to reporters after the decision by the NBA Board of Governors Wednesday in Dallas, killing the deal to sell the team to a Seattle group. Maloof discusses his feelings about the Seattle group and what may come next: NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-kings-owner-george-maloof-talks-to-the-media-following-wednesdays-bog-meeting/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 22:01:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-of-nba-press-conference/?syndication=rss If you want to watch the video of today’s NBA press conference on the decision not to allow the Sacramento Kings to relocate to Seattle, you can find it here. NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-of-nba-press-conference/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 21:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/transcript-of-nba-press-conference-denying-relocation-of-sacramento-kings-to-seattle/?syndication=rss Here is the official transcript of the interview today with NBA commissioner David Stern and deputy commissioner Adam Silver after the league’s Board of Governors voted 22-8 to not allow the Sacramento Kings to relocate to Seattle: THE MODERATOR:  We’ll start off with an opening sta NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/transcript-of-nba-press-conference-denying-relocation-of-sacramento-kings-to-seattle/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 19:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/hansen-statment-still-willing-to-join-maloofs-as-limited-partners-in-kings/?syndication=rss Chris Hansen, leader of the group that attempted to buy the Sacramento Kings and move them to Seattle, did not talk to reporters after today’s decision not to allow the team to relocate.  However, he released a statement a few minutes through his sonicsarena.com web site and said he is st NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/hansen-statment-still-willing-to-join-maloofs-as-limited-partners-in-kings/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 22:01:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/kings-to-stay-in-sacramento-as-seattle-relocation-bid-denied/?syndication=rss DALLAS — The NBA’s Board of Governors voted today to keep the Kings in Sacramento, denying a request for relocation to Seattle, NBA commissioner David Stern said in a press conference late Wednesday afternoon. The vote came at the end of a roughly four-hour meeting here at the Hilton Ana NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/kings-to-stay-in-sacramento-as-seattle-relocation-bid-denied/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 22:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993052_apbknpacersknicks.html?syndication=rss Pablo Prigioni could return to the starting lineup. Jason Kidd will remain in the rotation. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993052_apbknpacersknicks.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020989426_apbknbrazilmystics.html?syndication=rss Rookies Tayler Hill and Emma Meesseman scored 12 points apiece and the Washington Mystics held Brazil's national team to 18 second half points in a 71-56 exhibition win Wednesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020989426_apbknbrazilmystics.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 13:31:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-sonics-fans-supporting-seattle-at-nba-bog-meetings/?syndication=rss Here’s some video of a few Sonics fans in the lobby of the hotel where the NBA Board of Governors is meeting today: NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-sonics-fans-supporting-seattle-at-nba-bog-meetings/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 13:46:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/follow-the-latest-developments-from-the-nba-board-of-governors-meeting/?syndication=rss The NBA Board of Governors voted today to keep the Kings in Sacramento, denying a request for relocation to Seattle. We followed the news as it unfolded, and you can replay the tweets and reader comments below: NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/follow-the-latest-developments-from-the-nba-board-of-governors-meeting/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 18:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-the-scene-at-the-nba-board-of-governors-meetings/?syndication=rss Here’s a little video of the scene prior to the NBA Board of Governors meetings today: NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-the-scene-at-the-nba-board-of-governors-meetings/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 12:31:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/the-big-day-is-here/?syndication=rss As this is typed, we are about four hours away from the earliest that a decision on the fate of the Sacramento Kings may be known. The NBA’s Board of Governors will meet at 1 p.m. Dallas time (11 a.m. Seattle time) and anytime in the following hour or so, a decision could be announced NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/the-big-day-is-here/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 09:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985809_apbknknickspacersfolo.html?syndication=rss Carmelo Anthony tried to keep the New York Knicks in the game, even as his teammates missed shots all around him. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985809_apbknknickspacersfolo.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985807_apbknwarriorsspursfolo.html?syndication=rss The San Antonio Spurs got the added energy Gregg Popovich wanted against the Golden State Warriors and a stellar performance from Tony Parker that they desperately needed. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985807_apbknwarriorsspursfolo.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985307_apbknknickspacers.html?syndication=rss The Indiana Pacers finally figured it out. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985307_apbknknickspacers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020985659_nba15.html?syndication=rss Tony Parker contributed 25 points and 10 assists, and the San Antonio Spurs held Golden State's starting backcourt to 13 points for a 109-91 victory. The Spurs lead the best-of-seven West semifinal series 3-2. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020985659_nba15.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 01:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985755_apbknwarriors.html?syndication=rss Realizing there would be no late comeback even in a series that's already had two of them, Mark Jackson turned his attention to Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985755_apbknwarriors.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 01:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985602_apbknwarriorsspurs.html?syndication=rss Gregg Popovich urged his San Antonio Spurs to raise their energy to almost maniacal levels, because winning the battle on the boards and for loose balls was critical against the athletic Golden State Warriors. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985602_apbknwarriorsspurs.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 00:46:15 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020985296_kings15.html?syndication=rss The NBA Board of Governors will meet in Dallas on Wednesday and is expected to vote on the relocation and sale of the Sacramento Kings to a group led by Chris Hansen and Steve Ballmer that wants to move the team to Seattle. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020985296_kings15.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 15:13:26 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985438_apbknknicks.html?syndication=rss The Knicks talked a good game but did not play one. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985438_apbknknicks.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 22:31:09 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/tonights-poll-what-best-describes-your-feelings-heading-into-wednesdays-bog-vote/?syndication=rss Here’s tonight’s poll asking readers their feelings heading into tomorrow’s vote by the NBA Board of Governors on the Seattle/Sacramento battle over the Kings: NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/tonights-poll-what-best-describes-your-feelings-heading-into-wednesdays-bog-vote/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 20:46:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sac-bee-report-sacramento-lawsuit-alleges-city-is-undervaluing-its-contribution-to-arena/?syndication=rss In what is becoming a rather busy day-before the critical NBA Board of Governors vote on the Seattle/Sacramento battle over the Kings, the Sacramento Bee is reporting that a lawsuit has been filed alleging that the city of Sacramento is undervaluing its contribution to the arena deal. Here’s t NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sac-bee-report-sacramento-lawsuit-alleges-city-is-undervaluing-its-contribution-to-arena/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 17:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020984864_apbknkobebryantlawsuit.html?syndication=rss In stories on May 3 with a Trenton, N.J., dateline and on May 10 without a dateline about a legal fight over the planned auction of Kobe Bryant memorabilia, The Associated Press erroneously reported the number and value of items that Bryant's mother wants to sell at auction. She received a $450,000 advance and intends to sell 100 items in June. The stories incorrectly referred to 900 items valued at $1.5 million, but those are not Bryant-related items. Rather, they are other pieces slated for sale at the same auction. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020984864_apbknkobebryantlawsuit.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 17:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020984765_apbkngrizzliesthunder.html?syndication=rss The Memphis Grizzlies are showing a knack for closing out tight games against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020984765_apbkngrizzliesthunder.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sacramento-group-says-it-will-launch-ballot-initiative-to-stop-arena-funding/?syndication=rss A Sacramento group today announced it taking formal steps to launch a ballot initiative to stop the funding for a new arena in that city. Here’s the release: SACRAMENTO – Taxpayers for Safer Neighborhoods PAC has joined with Sacramento Taxpayers Opposed to Pork (STOP) to announce the fir NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sacramento-group-says-it-will-launch-ballot-initiative-to-stop-arena-funding/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 16:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sacramento-mayor-johnson-confident-as-he-leaves-for-nba-meetings/?syndication=rss Sacramento mayor Kevin Johnson said this morning that the city of Sacramento is “holding our breath,” in anticipation of the NBA Board of Governors meeting Wednesday in Dallas. But in an impromptu press conference shortly before he boarded his flight he also expressed confidence, saying NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sacramento-mayor-johnson-confident-as-he-leaves-for-nba-meetings/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 14:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/kings-owner-george-maloof-says-again-they-want-to-sell-team-to-seattle-group/?syndication=rss George Maloof, one of the members of the family that owns the Sacramento Kings, said again today their desire is to sell the team to a Seattle group led by Chris Hansen and Steve Ballmer. Maloof is in Dallas in advance of the NBA Board of Governors meetings tomorrow, and in a brief interview as NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/kings-owner-george-maloof-says-again-they-want-to-sell-team-to-seattle-group/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 13:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020982420_apbknknickshealth.html?syndication=rss The left knee of Knicks guard Iman Shumpert doesn't appear to be getting any better and it could keep him out of Tuesday night's game at Indiana. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020982420_apbknknickshealth.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 12:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020982485_apbknbullsheat.html?syndication=rss Dwyane Wade is limping around in obvious pain. LeBron James' shooting percentage is down. Shane Battier and Ray Allen have struggled to get anything going from 3-point range. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020982485_apbknbullsheat.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 12:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/the-scene-in-dallas-as-nba-meetings-near/?syndication=rss I have arrived in Dallas, where the NBA Board of Governors will meet on Wednesday, expected to cast a final vote on the fate of the Sacramento Kings. There had been some thought there might be a smaller committee meeting today, one reason a few of us showed up early. But nothing official is expected NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/the-scene-in-dallas-as-nba-meetings-near/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 20:01:10 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/poll-who-will-own-the-kings-next-year/?syndication=rss NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/poll-who-will-own-the-kings-next-year/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 08:46:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980395_apbklnewlookliberty.html?syndication=rss One week into their first training camp under Bill Laimbeer, the New York Liberty are full of excitement and optimism. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980395_apbklnewlookliberty.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 02:46:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980393_apbknthundergrizzliesfolo.html?syndication=rss Lionel Hollins demands a certain standard from his Grizzlies that he didn't get in the first half against Oklahoma City. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980393_apbknthundergrizzliesfolo.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980377_apbknjimlitke051413.html?syndication=rss The little engine that could finally threw a gear. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980377_apbknjimlitke051413.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980375_apbknheatbullsfolo.html?syndication=rss The way this series is turning out, it's hard to believe the Miami Heat ever trailed the Chicago Bulls. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980375_apbknheatbullsfolo.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 02:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980357_apbknthunder.html?syndication=rss The minutes and demands seem to be piling up on Oklahoma City star Kevin Durant. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980357_apbknthunder.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 02:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020980259_nba14.html?syndication=rss Tony Allen scored on a driving layup to open overtime and the host Memphis Grizzlies held off the Oklahoma City Thunder 103-97 to push the defending Western Conference champions to the edge of elimination. Memphis leads the best-of-seven series 3-1. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020980259_nba14.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 01:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980253_apbknthundergrizzlies.html?syndication=rss The Grizzlies pulled off a huge rally to move within a victory of the franchise's first Western Conference final. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980253_apbknthundergrizzlies.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 01:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2020980264_sonicsrelocatexml.html?syndication=rss With no recommendation coming Monday from the NBA’s relocation/finance committee, the fate of Chris Hansen’s persistent push to bring the Sacramento Kings to Seattle remains unclear. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2020980264_sonicsrelocatexml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 13:26:47 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2020979841_brewer14.html?syndication=rss Who truly holds the greatest rights to a team? The people who bought it, or the city whose name it bears? Jerry Brewer http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2020979841_brewer14.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 21:23:23 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020980008_sonics14.html?syndication=rss A reporter spends a day searching for reasons why many still want the NBA back in Seattle. He finds a range of perspectives and emotions as diverse as the region. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020980008_sonics14.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 13:24:15 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020979886_apbknheatbulls.html?syndication=rss LeBron James and the Miami Heat didn't even give the Chicago Bulls room to breathe, practically squeezing the playoff life out of them to take a commanding lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020979886_apbknheatbulls.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 23:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980131_apbknbulls.html?syndication=rss Screws and bandages aren't exactly working for the Chicago Bulls. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980131_apbknbulls.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 23:01:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020979671_apbknbullsinjuries.html?syndication=rss Bulls forward Luol Deng was activated before Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Miami Heat on Monday night but was not in the starting lineup after initially being ruled out because of an illness. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020979671_apbknbullsinjuries.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 18:31:09 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/13/no-vote/?syndication=rss The NBA’s relocation and finance committee met today via conference call to discuss new developments in the battle for the Sacramento Kings. ESPN reported that the 12-person panel did not change its recommendation made two weeks ago against moving the Kings to Seattle. The NBA had no comment o NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/13/no-vote/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 06:36:10 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/13/is-this-the-week-it-finally-ends/?syndication=rss Is this the week the saga over the fate of the Sacramento Kings finally ends? If not,  then we’ll really have chaos on our hands, as the NBA’s Board of Governors will meet Wednesday in Dallas to make a final vote on whether the same stays, or goes to Seattle. Here’s my story f NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/13/is-this-the-week-it-finally-ends/?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 09:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020975320_apbknspurswarriorsfolo.html?syndication=rss The Golden State Warriors outshot, outrebounded and outplayed the San Antonio Spurs in the first two games of their Western Conference semifinal but left Texas with a disappointing split. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020975320_apbknspurswarriorsfolo.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 02:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020975146_nba13.html?syndication=rss The Golden State Warriors beat San Antonio 97-87 in overtime to even their Western Conference semifinal series at two games apiece. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020975146_nba13.html?syndication=rss Sun, 12 May 2013 22:46:04 PDT