Indiana wins 86-85 to move within 1 victory of title as Phoenix misses at buzzerINDIANAPOLIS — Tamika Catchings had 14 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists as the Indiana Fever moved within one victory of the WNBA title Sunday with an 86-85 win over the Phoenix Mercury in Game 3 of the finals. Al Harrington scores 23 points, Knicks beat Nets in preseason openerALBANY, N.Y. — Al Harrington scored 23 points and Wilson Chandler had 21 to help the New York Knicks beat the New Jersey Nets 115-107 on Sunday in the preseason opener for both teams. Vrbata scores twice to lift Coyotes past KingsLOS ANGELES — Despite the controversy surrounding his team, Phoenix Coyotes goalie Ilya Bryzgalov is only focused on what he can control on the ice. Nuggets get 17 from Anthony and roll past Partizan Belgrade 102-70DENVER — Carmelo Anthony scored 17 points, Arron Afflalo added 15 and the Denver Nuggets ran off with a 102-70 exhibition victory over Partizan Belgrade on Saturday night. Golden State loses forward Wright to left shoulder injuryOAKLAND, Calif. — Golden State Warriors forward Brandan Wright injured his shooting shoulder during practice Friday and could miss extended time. LeBron, Shaq make public debut as teammates, face each other in Cavaliers’ annual scrimmageAKRON, Ohio — Now teammates, and LeBron James and Shaquille O’Neal were opponents one last time. Cavaliers guard Delonte West held out of scrimmage; first appearance of LeBron, Shaq togetherAKRON, Ohio — LeBron James and Shaquille O’Neal made their first public appearance together as Cleveland teammates. Rookie Taj Gibson scores 19 points, Bulls beat Pacers 104-95 in preseason openerINDIANAPOLIS — Rookie Taj Gibson had 19 points and nine rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Indiana Pacers 104-95 on Friday night in the second preseason game for the NBA’s replacement officials. NBA approves expanded use of instant replay for shot clock, out-of-bounds callsNEW YORK — NBA referees will be able to use instant replay on shot-clock and out-of-bounds calls this season. After sobering offseason, Nuggets guard J.R. Smith pledges more maturityDENVER — J.R. Smith is pledging more maturity this season, a promise he’s made in the past. SUNY to pursue independent review of Binghamton U. athletics after basketball dismissalsALBANY, N.Y. — The State University of New York is pursuing an independent review of Binghamton University’s athletic program following the dismissals of six basketball team members. Zimpher: Review of Binghamton Univ. athletic program will be overseen by SUNY boardALBANY, N.Y. — An independent review of Binghamton University’s athletic program will be overseen by a committee of the State University of New York Board of Trustees. Chicago shocked at early exit from OlympicsWASHINGTON - Thousands of disappointed Chicagoans streamed out of their planned public celebration Friday when their city fell out of the Olympic bidding process unexpectedly at the first round. Replacement refs have quiet debut in NBA preseason opener; Utah beats Denver 103-87SALT LAKE CITY — The NBA’s replacement referees were a non-issue in the preseason opener, just as the league wanted. Catchings flirts with triple-double, Fever beats Mercury to tie WNBA finals 1-1
Atlanta’s Meadors WNBA coach of the year after leading Dream turnaroundPHOENIX — Marynell Meadors was honored Thursday as the WNBA coach of the year after leading the Atlanta Dream to a remarkable turnaround in the franchise’s second season. Pairing of Knicks and Darko Milicic could give both what they needSARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — The New York Knicks are desperate for someone to bolster the worst interior defense in the NBA. Atlanta’s Angel McCoughtry wins NBA rookie of the yearWASHINGTON — Atlanta Dream forward Angel McCoughtry is the WNBA’s rookie of the year. With regular referees locked out, NBA confident starting season with 62 replacementsWith its regular referees locked out, the NBA is confident in its roster of replacements — even the two it previously fired. Basketball player born without a left hand readies for college debut with Manhattan
Teams have tough act to follow in WNBA Finals after record-breaking Game 1PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever have a tough act to follow in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals. Knicks’ Curry out 3-5 days with torn calf muscleSARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Knicks center Eddy Curry will have blood drained from a torn right calf muscle and is expected to miss three to five days. NBA institutes rule prohibiting Twitter and other social media use during gamesNEW YORK — The NBA is instituting a policy regarding Twitter and other social media sites, banning players from using them during games. D’Antoni says he’ll stay patient and positive, even if Knicks loseSARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Mike D’Antoni could be forgiven if he sometimes catches himself daydreaming of Steve Nash and Amare Stoudemire executing the perfect pick-and-roll. LeBron, Shaq working well together through Cavs’ first 2 days of practiceINDEPENDENCE, Ohio — Mike Brown still can’t believe he is coaching two superstars. US women’s basketball training camp opens in DC under coach Geno Auriemma, with UConn flavorWASHINGTON — Coach Geno Auriemma was at ease on the first day of the U.S. women’s basketball training camp. After tough summer, Rockets’ Tracy McGrady says rehab from knee surgery ahead of scheduleHOUSTON — Houston Rockets forward Tracy McGrady said Monday he’s “far ahead of schedule” in his recovery from knee surgery and wants to show that he’s still got a few good years left in him. Timberwolves star Al Jefferson returns to court, practices for 1st time since knee injuryMANKATO, Minn. — “Big Al” isn’t quite as big these days, and that’s no accident for the Minnesota Timberwolves star as he returns from a major knee injury. Magic’s Jameer Nelson looks to regain All-Star form after failed finals come backORLANDO, Fla. — There was hardly a place Jameer Nelson went this summer where somebody didn’t ask him about the NBA finals, always getting the same question about a mostly forgettable experience. Westphal takes over as Sacramento Kings coach emphasizing improvementSACRAMENTO, Calif. — Paul Westphal didn’t necessarily want to say that the Sacramento Kings are a team in a rebuilding phase. Pondexter’s late scores give Mercury 120-116 OT victory over Fever in Game 1 of WNBA FinalsPHOENIX — The WNBA finals was supposed to be Phoenix’s offense against Indiana’s defense. NBA tells teams it’s going ahead with replacement refs following latest failure in talksThe NBA has told teams it’s going ahead with replacement referees, days after the league thought a deal had been reached with locked-out officials. Nolan Richardson hired to coach WNBA team that doesn’t exist yet in TulsaOKLAHOMA CITY — Investors trying to bring a WNBA franchise to Tulsa said Tuesday that they have hired Nolan Richardson to be the coach — if the city is able to secure a team. Mercury standout Taurasi wins her first WNBA most valuable player awardPHOENIX — Diana Taurasi was the runaway winner for most valuable player in the WNBA, a style of victory fitting for the multitalented leader of the fast-paced Phoenix Mercury. Dirk Nowitzki looks refreshed, ready for Mavs’ season after soap opera conclusion to last yearDALLAS — Dirk Nowitzki strolled back onto the scene Monday looking like a carefree surfer, his long, curly blond hair framing a wide smile. |
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Catchings flirts with triple-double, Fever wins
