http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/index.html en-us Copyright 2013 The Seattle Times Company Thu, 23 May 2013 21:02:43 PDT Thu, 23 May 2013 21:02:44 PDT MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021045767_nba24.html?syndication=rss LeBron James of Miami was a unanimous pick for the All-NBA team, and Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers earned his record-tying 11th... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021045767_nba24.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 20:57:03 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045081_apbknpacersheat.html?syndication=rss Losing a game at the final buzzer, no less than a playoff game on the road against the reigning NBA champion Miami Heat, would seem to have potential to demoralize the Indiana Pacers. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045081_apbknpacersheat.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 16:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021041653_apbknallnbateam.html?syndication=rss LeBron James was a unanimous pick for the All-NBA team and Kobe Bryant earned his record-tying 11th first-team selection. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021041653_apbknallnbateam.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 13:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021038233_apbknpacersheatfolo.html?syndication=rss It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021038233_apbknpacersheatfolo.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 06:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021038053_apbknpacersheatfolo.html?syndication=rss It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021038053_apbknpacersheatfolo.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037959_apbknpacers.html?syndication=rss Paul George did all he could. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037959_apbknpacers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 02:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037829_apbknpacersheat.html?syndication=rss LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037829_apbknpacersheat.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 02:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021037948_nba23.html?syndication=rss LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim. There was no one in his way. There was no stopping... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021037948_nba23.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/22/prosecutors-need-more-time-to-review-case-against-nbas-terrence-williams/?syndication=rss King County prosecutors said they need more time to review the allegations against NBA player Terrence Williams, who was arrested Sunday after the mother of his 10-year-old son told police he had flashed a handgun at her. “There’s an ongoing investigation and a charging decision will be NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/22/prosecutors-need-more-time-to-review-case-against-nbas-terrence-williams/?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 17:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021036910_apbknnbadraft.html?syndication=rss The Cleveland Cavaliers are on top of the NBA draft yet again, only this time there is no LeBron James waiting to save them. There may not even be a Kyrie Irving. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021036910_apbknnbadraft.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 16:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021030047_apbkngrizzliesspursfolo.html?syndication=rss If the Western Conference finals seem the slightest bit over after two San Antonio wins, hold that thought for a minute. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021030047_apbkngrizzliesspursfolo.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021029816_nba22.html?syndication=rss When Tony Parker started running low on masterful plays, Tim Duncan was there to take over and lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 2-0 lead... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021029816_nba22.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 00:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029915_apbkngrizzlies.html?syndication=rss The Memphis Grizzlies called their woeful performance against San Antonio in the opener of the Western Conference finals an aberration. It wasn't their brand of basketball, they said. Things would change, they insisted. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029915_apbkngrizzlies.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 00:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029699_apbkngrizzliesspurs.html?syndication=rss When Tony Parker started running low on masterful plays, Tim Duncan was there to take over and lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference finals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029699_apbkngrizzliesspurs.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021029622_durant22.html?syndication=rss Oklahoma City isn't just a place where Thunder star Kevin Durant lives these days. It's home. So as he watched the horrifying images Monday... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021029622_durant22.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 20:05:21 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029401_apbkndraftlottery.html?syndication=rss What's not to like? Being in the lottery every year. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029401_apbkndraftlottery.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 21:31:03 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021028953_apbknclippersdelnegro.html?syndication=rss Vinny Del Negro is out as coach of the Los Angeles Clippers after a season in which the team won its first division title but lost in the first round of the playoffs. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021028953_apbknclippersdelnegro.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 16:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021028919_apbknpacersheat.html?syndication=rss Dwyane Wade's rookie season ended with a playoff loss to the Indiana Pacers. The next year, the Miami Heat were headed to the Eastern Conference finals and certain that an NBA championship was in their sights. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021028919_apbknpacersheat.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 15:46:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/21/video-phil-jackson-had-deal-with-chris-hansen-to-run-sonics/?syndication=rss If Chris Hansen had been able to buy the Sacramento Kings and relocate the team to Seattle, then Phil Jackson was going to have a prominent role in the organization. During an interview on the Dan Patrick Show on Tuesday morning, the NBA coaching legend with 11 championships said he had conversation NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/21/video-phil-jackson-had-deal-with-chris-hansen-to-run-sonics/?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 16:26:15 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021027050_apbknknicksplans.html?syndication=rss Amare Stoudemire will go into next season with $45 million left on his contract and no guarantee of a starting job. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021027050_apbknknicksplans.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 13:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021026746_apbknraptorscolangelo.html?syndication=rss Bryan Colangelo is still president of the Toronto Raptors, but he's no longer the club's general manager. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021026746_apbknraptorscolangelo.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 13:01:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsports/2021024147_terrencewilliams21.html?syndication=rss Terrence Williams, a star basketball player at Rainier Beach High School who played for the Boston Celtics last season, is being held for investigation of second-degree assault. He was arrested Sunday after an argument with the mother of his 10-year-old son. High School Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsports/2021024147_terrencewilliams21.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 23:08:27 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021024137_sonics21.html?syndication=rss Chris Hansen, who is leading a group that attempted to buy the Sacramento Kings, congratulated Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson on his efforts to keep the team. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021024137_sonics21.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 22:43:20 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021024525_nba21.html?syndication=rss Charlotte Bobcats owner Michael Jordan is changing his team's name to the Hornets, said a person familiar with the situation. The person said Jordan... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021024525_nba21.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023947_apbknassaultallegationlillard.html?syndication=rss Two brothers allege that people standing near Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard assaulted them after one of the victims took a photo of the NBA Rookie of the Year. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023947_apbknassaultallegationlillard.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 18:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/20/hansen-says-we-will-continue-to-press-forward-in-effort-to-lure-nba-team/?syndication=rss Chris Hansen, who led the attempt to buy the Sacramento Kings and relocate them to Seattle, had been silent since releasing a short statement Wednesday after the NBA voted against allowing the Kings to move. Today, though, Hansen released another statement through his sonicsarena.com website in whic NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/20/hansen-says-we-will-continue-to-press-forward-in-effort-to-lure-nba-team/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 18:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/20/bail-set-at-25k-for-nbas-terrence-williams-in-alleged-domestic-violence-case/?syndication=rss A King County Superior Court judge this afternoon set bail at $25,000 for NBA basketball player Terrence Williams, the former Rainier Beach High School star who was arrested over the weekend for allegedly threatening a woman with a handgun. Judge Charles DeLaurenti II found probable cause to hold Wi NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/20/bail-set-at-25k-for-nbas-terrence-williams-in-alleged-domestic-violence-case/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 18:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023681_apbknpacersheat.html?syndication=rss This is the matchup Chris Bosh wanted in the Eastern Conference finals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023681_apbknpacersheat.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 16:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019659_apbkngrizzliesspursfolo.html?syndication=rss Mike Conley wouldn't let Zach Randolph take the blame for the Memphis Grizzlies' blowout loss in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019659_apbkngrizzliesspursfolo.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 02:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021019644_terrencewilliams20.html?syndication=rss Kent Police said it is a domestic violence case under investigation. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021019644_terrencewilliams20.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 12:03:00 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021019393_nba20.html?syndication=rss The San Antonio Spurs opened the Western Conference finals resembling the past champions who have been there so many times before. The Memphis Grizzlies looked... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021019393_nba20.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 22:31:05 PDT 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 Mon, 20 May 2013 09:54:19 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