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NBA PLAYOFFS -- Raptors survive Game 5 scare, Hawks manhandle Celtics
By Homer D. Sayson, PhilBoxing.com, 28 Apr 2016
CHICAGO -- Down 90-77 entering the fourth quarter, the Toronto Raptors appeared dead in the pivotal Game 5 of their series against the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night at the Air Canada Centre.
But the Raptors defense Read full story NBA -- Thunder dismiss Mavs, set semis showdown with Spurs
By Homer D. Sayson, PhilBoxing.com, 27 Apr 2016
CHICAGO -- With Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant providing a lethal 1-2 punch, the Oklahoma City Thunder eliminated the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night, winning Game 5 of their opening round series, 118-104 at the Chesapeak Read full story NBA PLAYOFFS -- Spurs sweep through second round
By Homer D. Sayson, PhilBoxing.com, 25 Apr 2016
CHICAGO -- The San Antonio Spurs are through to the second round of the 2016 NBA playoffs.
Kawhi Leonard scored 21 points and seven rebounds and Tony Parker added 16 as the Spurs completed their first-round sweep of the M Read full story NBA - - "Thibs" named Timberloves head coach and team president
By Daniel Quindao Guden, PhilBoxing.com, 25 Apr 2016
MINNEAPOLIS --- Thomas Joseph Thibodeau, or more famously known as "Thibs" in NBA circles, landed in "The Land of Ten Thousand Lakes" after Minnesota Timberwolves team-owner Glen Taylor chose him as the t Read full story NBA -- Hornets douse Heat, series now 2-1
By Eric Biasbas, PhilBoxing.com, 25 Apr 2016
CHARLOTTE -- An 18-0 run in the third quarter blew the game wide open and propelled the Charlotte Hornets over Miami Heat, 96-80 in Game 3 of their first round playoff series at the full house Time Warner Cable Arena. T Read full story NBA -- Harden delivers, Rockets slice deficit to 2-1
By Franco Ching Alsay, PhilBoxing.com, 23 Apr 2016
HOUSTON -- James Harden sank a step-back jumper in the final 2.7 seconds of play and the Houston Rockets escaped with a thrilling 97-96 Game victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night at the Toyota Cent Read full story NBA -- C.J. McCollum named Most Improved Player
By Homer D. Sayson, PhilBoxing.com, 23 Apr 2016
CHICAGO -- Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum has been named KIA Most Improved Player for the just concluded 2015-16 NBA regular season.
McCollum garnered 101 first-place votes for a total of 559 points, besting Read full story NBA PLAYOFFS -- Valanciunas, Raptors bounce back to topple Pacers in Game 2
By Mark Josef, PhilBoxing.com, 20 Apr 2016
TORONTO -- Jonas Valanciunas scored 13 of his team's 27 first quarter points to help the Toronto Raptors beat the Indiana Pacers,, 98-87, on Monday night at the Air Canada Centre.
Valanciunas, who had 12 poi Read full story NBA PLAYOFFS -- Curry-less Warriors up 2-0 versus Rockets
By Jason Aniel, PhilBoxing.com, 20 Apr 2016
OAKLAND — Even without their best player, Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors had more than enough firepower to handle the Houston Rockets,115-106, and take a 2-0 lead in their first-round Western Co Read full story NBA Playoffs -- Deng drops 31, too much Heat grounds Hornets
By Roman David Garay, PhilBoxing.com, 19 Apr 2016
MIAMI- When Loul Deng signed a two-year contract with the Heat in July of 2014, the former Chicago Bull expected an annual playoffs trip. But injuries to several key playe Read full story NBA -- Warriors start title defense with 104-78 rout over Rockets
By Jason Aniel, PhilBoxing.com, 17 Apr 2016
OAKLAND —The top-ranked Golden State Warriors opened their NBA title defense with a dominating 104-78 romp over the Houston Rockets on Sunday afternoon at the Oracle Are Read full story NBA -- Playoffs ghosts continue to haunt Raptors
By Mark Josef, PhilBoxing.com, 17 Apr 2016
TORONTO -- When Kyle Lowry missed his first two free throws, it reminded Toronto Raptors fans of the painful first round playoff struggles the team has had the last two seasons.
R Read full story NBA -- Kobe goes out with a bang, scores sweet 60
By Anthony Rozic, PhilBoxing.com, 15 Apr 2016
LOS ANGELES -- After 20 years in the NBA, his body aching and his once mighty skills declining, Kobe Bryant announced last November that this season would be his last.
But in his final game on Wednesday Read full story NBA -- Kobe goes out of with a bang in Houston
By Franco Ching Alsay, PhilBoxing.com, 12 Apr 2016
HOUSTON -- Although the Houston Rockets overwhelmed the Los Angeles Lakers last Sunday at the Toyota Center, 130-110, the one-sided contest still proved to be a treat for the 18,442 fans in attendance.
The event happened to be Kobe Bryant's last game in Read full story NBA --- Karl Anthony-Towns leads ROY race
By Daniel Quindao Guden, PhilBoxing.com, 12 Apr 2016
MINNEAPOLIS --- As the 2015-16 NBA season wends through its final two days of play, it is becoming increasingly clear that Karl-Anthony Towns of the Minnesota Timberwolves will capture the prestigious Rookie of the Year award.
Read full story NBA -- Cavs hammer Bucks, 109-80
By Nick Osen, PhilBoxing.com, 07 Apr 2016
MILWAUKEE -- In the second to last home game of the season, the host Milwaukee Bucks got a little reminder of how good their division rival Cleveland Cavaliers can be.
Led by J.R. Read full story NBA -- Warriors rebounds from rare home loss, beat Blazers, 136-111
By Ryan Medida, PhilBoxing.com, 05 Apr 2016
OAKLAND - After a disappointing first home loss against the Boston Celtics last Friday, Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors bounced back in style and won their 69th game of the season.
Read full story NBA -- Harden sizzles for 41 in Rockets' win over OKC
By Franco Ching Alsay, PhilBoxing.com, 05 Apr 2016
HOUSTON --With his team fighting for a playoffs berth in the tough Western Conference, James Harden delivered the goods on Sunday afternoon and the Houston Rockets remained in contention for a postseason berth.
Harden erupted for 41 points as the Rockets turned back the powerhouse Oklahoma City T Read full story NBA -- Bulls beat Bucks to keep playoff hopes alive
By Nick Osen, PhilBoxing.com, 05 Apr 2016
MILWAUKEE -- With only six games remaining on their schedule, the Chicago Bulls kept their flickering hopes alive with a much-needed win on Sunday night.
Jimmy Butler, a star at nearby Marquette University, scored 25 poin Read full story NBA -- Walker's 27 points lead Hornets over Sixers
By Eric Biasbas, PhilBoxing.com, 03 Apr 2016
CHARLOTTE -- Another home game. Another sellout. Another victory for the home team.
Kemba Walker dropped 27 points along with 11 rebounds and four assists to help the playoffs-bound Cha Read full story
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