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Associated Press

Lakers, Pelicans Agree On Anthony Davis Trade

Two people familiar with the situation say the New Orleans Pelicans have agreed to trade six-time All-Star Anthony Davis to the Los Angeles Lakers for point guard Lonzo Ball, forward Brandon Ingram, shooting guard Josh Hart and three first-round draft choices.
5 years ago
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Austin Facer, KSL Sports

Lakers’ Trade For Davis Shows Kuzma’s High Value

The NBA landscape was flipped on its head when it was reported that the Los Angeles Lakers had completed a trade for Anthony Davis.
5 years ago
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Austin Facer, KSL Sports

Former Ute Delon Wright Expresses Joy For Raptors’ Championship

Even though he wasn’t a part of the NBA Championship-winning squad, former Utah guard Delon Wright still expressed his happiness for the Toronto Raptors and their victory in the Finals.
5 years ago
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Austin Facer, KSL Sports

Warriors’ Loss Means New Era For NBA’s Western Conference

The Toronto Raptors won the 2019 NBA Championship and potentially closed the door on one of the greatest dynasties in sports history at the same time.
5 years ago
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Associated Press

Raptors Earn 1st NBA Title, Top Injured Warriors In Game 6

Kawhi Leonard raised his arms high in triumph and celebrated Canada's first NBA championship.
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Trevor Allen, KSL Sports

Former Jazz Coach Igor Kokoskov Joining Sacramento As Assistant

Former Utah Jazz assistant coach Igor Kokoskov has been hired by the Sacramento Kings as an assistant coach.
5 years ago
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Cleon Wall, KSL Sports

How NBA Free Agency Ripple Effects Could Impact Jazz

If you are a night owl and love to watch the soap opera Days of our Lives on KSL 5 at 1 a.m. you've probably heard the opening phrase over very serious music "Like sands through the hour glass, so are the days of our lives."
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Sean O'Connell, KSL Sports

O’Connell: Who To Blame For Kevin Durant Injury

Here’s who to blame for the Kevin Durant injury.
5 years ago
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Associated Press

Warriors Hang On To Stay Alive, Win Game 5 Of NBA Finals

Stephen Curry scored 31 points, Klay Thompson added 26 and they led a season-saving surge that gave the Golden State Warriors a 106-105 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
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Austin Facer, KSL Sports

Rudy Gobert Bids Adieu To Tony Parker Upon Retirement

Longtime NBA point guard Tony Parker announced his retirement from basketball and his fellow countryman, Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert, wished him well on social media.
5 years ago
Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors handles the ball on offense against the Golden State Warrio...
Sean O'Connell, KSL Sports

O’Connell: Kawhi Leonard Needs To Stay In Toronto To Be Considered Best In Basketball

A new name has entered the never-ending conversation about the best player in the world.
5 years ago
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Austin Facer, KSL Sports

NBA Finals To Decide Game’s Best Player Between Durant, Leonard

The opinion of basketball fans as the game’s top player is ripe for the taking and it’s really a two-horse race at this point.
5 years ago
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Mitch Harper, KSL Sports

Dwyane Wade Gives Closing Prayer At Latter-day Saint Baptism

Former NBA great Dwyane Wade attended a Latter-day Saint baptism and gave the closing prayer at said baptism.
5 years ago
Kyle Lowry #7 of the Toronto Raptors argues with Warriors minority investor Mark Stevens (blue shir...
Trevor Allen, KSL Sports

Why Can’t Fans Let Players Play?

The old fashion way of attending sporting events was simple. Show up to the game, sit in your seats, enjoy snacks and watch the game with family and friends.
5 years ago
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Associated Press

Raptors Hit Big Shots, Beat Warriors For 2-1 NBA Finals Lead

For every amazing shot in a career night by Stephen Curry on his home court, Kawhi Leonard, Kyle Lowry and Danny Green kept finding dazzling answers of their own.
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Mitch Harper, KSL Sports

Danny Ainge Makes Joke About Bill Walton In Return From Heart Attack

BYU legend and President of Basketball Operations for the Boston Celtics Danny Ainge returned to work with a joke about an old teammate.
5 years ago
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Associated Press

Warriors Beat Raptors 109-104 To Even NBA Finals

The Golden State Warriors relied on a champion's heart to overcome their weary bodies.
5 years ago
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Trevor Allen, KSL Sports

Ja Morant’s Knee Scope Could Affect Salt Lake City Summer League

NBA Draft prospect and projected No. 2 overall pick Ja Morant will undergo a minor scope on his right knee. He is expected to be fully recovered in three to four weeks.
5 years ago
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Jeremy Mauss, KSL Sports

Yoeli Childs Gets A Second Chance By Returning To BYU

New BYU basketball head coach Mark Pope landed his best recruit to date when forward Yoeli Childs announced that he was removing his name from the NBA Draft and returning to Provo for one final year.
5 years ago
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Associated Press

Raptors Take NBA Finals Opener, Beat Warriors 118-109

Pascal Siakam scored a playoff career-high 32 points and the Toronto Raptors won the first NBA Finals game played outside the U.S., beating the Golden State Warriors 118-109 on Thursday night.
5 years ago
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Austin Facer, KSL Sports

Donnie Tillman To Return To Utah After Going Through NBA Draft Workouts

According to numerous reports, Utah’s Donnie Tillman will be returning to school after recently testing the NBA waters.
5 years ago
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Austin Facer, KSL Sports

Lakers’ Turmoil Builds Stronger Case For Utah As Free-Agent Destination

It’s been said for years that Utah is not the kind of place that attracts top-tier NBA free agents.
5 years ago
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KSL Sports

2019 NBA Finals Schedule

The entire NBA season and playoffs has come down to two teams playing for a championship.
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Associated Press

Leonard Scores 27, Raptors Advance To First NBA Finals

Kawhi Leonard had 27 points and 17 rebounds to lead the Toronto Raptors into the NBA Finals for the first time with a 100-94 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday night.
5 years ago