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It is still a little odd talking about the Los Angeles Clippers among the Western Conference elite. However, the record speaks for itself and the Clippers have had some reasonable success against the traditional powers in the West.

He's an odd bird, that Phil Jackson. Just about every championship team he touches turns into a nervous, insecure puddle following his departure. The Chicago Bulls retained most of his coaching staff after he left in 1998, but the owner … Continue reading →

No comedian holds as much sway among NBA players, if not the public at large, as Dave Chappelle. His landmark Chappelle's Show hit its peak popularity at a time when every player in the league (except Kurt Thomas) was young … Continue reading →

Ekpe Udoh never expected to get a coveted spot in the Golden State Warriors' starting lineup like this. The way he produced in place of ill center Andris Biedrins almost assures he will get another chance. In his first start of the season, Udoh had a career-high 19 points to go with eight rebounds and led the Warriors past the Los Angeles Clippers 104-97 on Monday night.

Just when they thought they had him back, the San Antonio Spurs have lost Manu Ginobili again. He suffered a left internal oblique strain four games after returning from a fractured hand. Ginobili was flown home before Monday's visit to Utah and will likely remain shelved until...

Nuggets Ujiri: Team was 'overrated' in January Nuggets Ujiri: Team was 'overrated' Nuggets executive Masai Ujiri said he believed his team, which got plenty of publicity in January after a 14-5 start, was "overrated." Ujiri, the team's vice president...

By BOB BAUM AP Sports Writer

By BOB BAUM AP Sports Writer

After acknowledging an offensive headline about New York Knicks guard Jeremy Lin on Saturday, ESPN promised it would strive to improve across its platforms. On Sunday, the media outlet announced it had dismissed the writer responsible for the "Chink in the Armor" headline...

Just four games after he returned to the lineup, San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili is expected to be out again for "a while," coach Gregg Popovich said, and he'll be joined on the sideline by Tiago Splitter.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Gary Neal hit key three-pointers in regulation and overtime, Tony Parker scored 30 points and the San Antonio Spurs held off the Los Angeles Clippers 103-100 on Saturday for their NBA-leading 10th consecutive victory.

The Los Angeles Clippers are clearly a talented team. However, there is still something about veteran savvy in some opponents that is hard to overcome. Despite 22 points and 20 rebounds from Blake Griffin and some clutch play from Chris Paul down the stretch, the Clips lost again...

Kobe Bryant can score under any circumstances. That includes when his wrist is sore as a result of significant ligament damage. Bryant is averaging 28.9 points per game and leading the league in that category. On the surface, it looks like he is doing his job as the Lakers'...

Gary Neal hit go-ahead 3-pointers in regulation and overtime, Tony Parker scored 30 points and the San Antonio Spurs held off the Los Angeles Clippers 103-100 on Saturday to earn their NBA-leading 10th consecutive victory. Neal was one of six Spurs in double figures with 17 points. He stole the ball and hit the tying 3-pointer with 5.7 seconds left in regulation.

Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping wrapped up his four-day U.S. visit in Southern California style - in a box seat at the Los Angeles Lakers' game against the Phoenix Suns on Friday night.

By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer

After getting tongues wagging in Cleveland with his comments Thursday that he could see himself returning to the Cleveland Cavaliers, LeBron James looked to halt the reaction in Miami. James stood by his comments, but told reporters Friday after the Miami Heat's shootaround...

The Los Angeles Clippers are winning games, and they are on top of the Pacific Division. However, to be a great team, you have to do more than win a lot of games. You have to beat quality opponents in tough environments. In addition, you have to come back from deficits and win late.

J.R. Smith tweets he's joining Knicks J.R. Smith is set to join the New York Knicks and their phenom, Jeremy Lin -- who Smith might have replaced on the roster a couple of weeks ago. The reserve shooting guard confirmed via Twitter on Friday that he had picked the Knicks.

Report: Knicks set to sign J.R. Smith J.R. Smith is reportedly set to join the New York Knicks and their phenom, Jeremy Lin -- who Smith might have replaced on the roster a couple of weeks ago. The Knicks were set to sign the reserve shooting guard Friday, with him making his debut...