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Former Celtics point guard and coach K.C. Jones dead at 88

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Former Celtics point guard and coach K.C. Jones dead at 88

Dec. 25 (UPI) -- Former Boston Celtics guard and coach K.C. Jones has died, according to a spokesman for the team. He was 88.

NBA chief Adam Silver says 'Christmas' part of decision not to suspend Harden

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NBA chief Adam Silver says 'Christmas' part of decision not to suspend Harden

Dec. 25 (UPI) -- NBA Commissioner Adam Silver answered "Christmas" when he was asked recently why Houston Rockets star James Harden wasn't suspended for violating the league's COVID-19 protocols, which led to a game being postponed.

Hornets' Cody Zeller to miss at least four weeks following hand surgery

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Hornets' Cody Zeller to miss at least four weeks following hand surgery

Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Charlotte Hornets center Cody Zeller will miss at least four weeks after undergoing surgery for a fractured left hand, the team announced Thursday.

Draymond Green to miss Warriors-Bucks Christmas day matchup

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Draymond Green to miss Warriors-Bucks Christmas day matchup

Dec. 24 (UPI) -- The Golden State Warriors will be without injured forward Draymond Green for their Christmas Day matchup against Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks, coach Steve Kerr said.

Buddy Hield nets tap-in buzzer-beater, Kings edge Nuggets in OT

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Buddy Hield nets tap-in buzzer-beater, Kings edge Nuggets in OT

Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Buddy Hield soared through the air and just managed to get his fingers on the basketball for a tip-in shot as the final buzzer of overtime sounded to give the Sacramento Kings their first win of the season.

Celtics' Jayson Tatum hits deep game-winner over Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Celtics' Jayson Tatum hits deep game-winner over Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo

Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Jayson Tatum drained up a deep heave over the outstretched arms of Giannis Antetokounmpo just before the final buzzer to lead the Boston Celtics to a dramatic win over the Milwaukee Bucks.

NBA postpones Thunder-Rockets game due to COVID-19; James Harden 'unavailable'

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NBA postpones Thunder-Rockets game due to COVID-19; James Harden 'unavailable'

Dec. 23 (UPI) -- Wednesday's game between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Houston Rockets has been postponed because of COVID-19 complications.

George, Clippers spoil Lakers championship party with ring-night win

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George, Clippers spoil Lakers championship party with ring-night win

Dec. 23 (UPI) -- Paul George had 33 points to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a win over the Los Angeles Lakers on the night that their rivals received their championship rings from the 2020 NBA Finals.

Irving, Durant help Nets smash Warriors in NBA opener

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Irving, Durant help Nets smash Warriors in NBA opener

Dec. 23 (UPI) -- New teammates Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant combined for 48 points in three quarters to lead the Brooklyn Nets to a lopsided victory over the Golden State Warriors in the first game of the 2020-21 NBA season.

Celtics great Paul Pierce, ex-NBA coach Doug Collins among first-time HOF nominees

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Celtics great Paul Pierce, ex-NBA coach Doug Collins among first-time HOF nominees

Dec. 22 (UPI) -- Former Boston Celtics star Paul Pierce and ex-NBA coach Doug Collins headline the group of first-time nominees for the 2021 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class.

Miami Heat stop trade pursuit of Houston Rockets' James Harden

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Miami Heat stop trade pursuit of Houston Rockets' James Harden

Dec. 22 (UPI) -- The Miami Heat's quest to acquire Houston Rockets star James Harden has screeched to a halt just before the start of the 2020-21 NBA season.

Warriors-Nets, Clippers-Lakers tip off bubble-less 2020 NBA season

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Warriors-Nets, Clippers-Lakers tip off bubble-less 2020 NBA season

Dec. 22 (UPI) -- Another unique NBA season begins Tuesday night as the Golden State Warriors face the Brooklyn Nets and the World Champion Los Angeles Lakers play the Los Angeles Clippers after the shortest off-season in history.

Milwaukee Bucks lose second-round draft pick for tampering violation

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Milwaukee Bucks lose second-round draft pick for tampering violation

Dec. 21 (UPI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks were docked their 2022 second-round draft pick for a tampering violation that occurred this past off-season, the league said.

Los Angeles Lakers sign F Kyle Kuzma to multiyear extension

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Los Angeles Lakers sign F Kyle Kuzma to multiyear extension

Dec. 20 (UPI) -- Forward Kyle Kuzma has agreed to a multiyear contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Ben Simmons linked to Rockets in James Harden trade talks

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Ben Simmons linked to Rockets in James Harden trade talks

Dec. 18 (UPI) -- Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons' name has surfaced for potential trade as the Houston Rockets continue to field offers for James Harden.

$Charlotte Hornets' Gordon Hayward dealing with fractured finger$

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Charlotte Hornets' Gordon Hayward dealing with fractured finger

Dec. 16 (UPI) -- Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward has a fractured finger on his right hand, the team announced Wednesday.

Reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo signs extension with Bucks

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Reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo signs extension with Bucks

Dec. 15 (UPI) -- Reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo has signed a multiyear contract extension with the Milwaukee Bucks, the team announced Tuesday.

Luka Doncic leads Mavericks over Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Luka Doncic leads Mavericks over Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo

Dec. 15 (UPI) -- Luka Doncic came out on top of a battle between two of the NBA's best players as the Dallas Mavericks beat Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA preseason.

Detroit Pistons waive guard LiAngelo Ball

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Detroit Pistons waive guard LiAngelo Ball

Dec. 14 (UPI) -- The Detroit Pistons on Monday waived guard LiAngelo Ball, who earlier this month joined siblings Lonzo and LaMelo as the third Ball brother to sign an NBA contract.

Nets' Kevin Durant scores 15 against Wizards in return from Achilles injury

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Nets' Kevin Durant scores 15 against Wizards in return from Achilles injury

Dec. 13 (UPI) -- Brooklyn Nets star forward Kevin Durant, who spent almost two years rehabilitating a serious Achilles injury, returned to the basketball court for the first time in 552 days on Sunday.

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