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NBA News: League Clears Nets of AK47 Deal

NBA fans and owners alike were up in arms when Andrei Kirilenko signed with the Brooklyn Nets early in the offseason. The apparent complain was that the franchise owned by Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov indulged in an under-the-table deal in acquiring the Russian forward.

NBA News: Rondo’s Return to Take a Little Bit Longer

Looks like the Boston Celtics will have to wait a little longer for their franchise player’s much-awaited comeback. News around the Celtics camp state that Rajon Rondo is participating in light workouts with the team, but no timetable has been set for his return.
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Carmelo Anthony Loves the Pressure, New York

New York Knicks franchise player Carmelo Anthony has the option to opt out of his contract after the 2013-2014 season, but as early as now, he’s telling the New Yorkers that he’s leaning towards staying with the franchise.

Marc Gasol Ready to Run with Grizzlies

In the midst of Spain’s campaign at the 2013 FIBA Europe Championships, Marc Gasol found time to comment about his new Memphis Grizzlies head coach and the style he’ll bring to the team. And he’s excited about the plans for the Grizzlies to use a more fast-paced offense for the new season.

No Happy Ending in Hollywood? LeBron to L.A, a Pipe Dream, Says Front Office

Much of the talk of the off-season is how the Los Angeles Lakers will eventually rebuild or reload—sooner than later. After all, this is the franchise that historically have drawn top free agents and lured the big-name superstars to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. According to the Los Angeles front office however, that may not be happening in 2014 in time for the LeBron James sweepstakes.

FIBA Americas 2013 Finals Preview and Live Streaming: Mexico vs. Puerto Rico

The 2013 FIBA Americas tournament has come down to its last day. And what better way to end it than to witness the two best teams fighting it out over the gold medal?Mexico surprised Argentina 76-70 on the strength of an offense that Argentina simply didn't have an answer to. On the other hand, Mexico overpowered Dominican Republic 79-67. It all boils down to Wednesday's final game, where the strongest team in the tournament will be revealed.

LeBron’s Silent Treatment on 2014 Free Agency

Looks like fans and media alike can stop speculating about the impending 2014 free agency of LeBron James after the Miami Heat superstar warned reporters that he will not anymore talk about it if people continue to press on the issue.

Coach K has Hots for Beyonce, is Human like the Rest of Us

Team USA and Duke Blue Devils head coach Mike Krzyzewski next plans aren’t about tapping new NBA stars to play for the U.S. national team or recruiting new players for his school, but probably making the right moves on popular singer Beyonce.

Watch Online FIBA Americas Semifinals – Argentina vs Mexico, Puerto Rico vs. Dominican Republic: Live Streaming, Preview, Scores & Results

Puerto Rico, Argentina, Dominican Republic and Mexico all punched their tickets to Spain for the FIBA World Cup of Basketball. But the FIBA Americas Championship doesn't end there. With the semifinal round all set Wednesday night in Caracas, it's about time to determine the best basketball team in this tourney. Guys, buckle up because this is going to be a wild ride.

U.S. Open 2013: Kate Upton Stuns in White Tennis Dress; See How Sizzling Model Sparked Criticisms Eating Meaty Sandwich in Public [VIDEO]

Kate Upton is sure not your ordinary model who needs to starve herself to look good. She certainly wows in anything she put on (or none), as all eyes were on the hot model with (or without) her clothes on. At the recent U.S. Open, Kate stole the limelight from the best tennis players in the court as she sported a white, skater, tennis dress while enjoying the game at the VIP section.

Kevin Durant, Blake Griffin with Hakeem Olajuwon’s Dream Shake?

The affable Hall-of-Famer of Houston Rockets fame said in a recent exclusive interview with nicekicks that he wants to see NBA forwards Kevin Durant from Oklahoma City and Blake Griffin from Los Angeles Clippers with an improved post game and that both can benefit under his tutelage.

FIBA Eurobasket Day 4 -- Preview, Scenario, Scores

In the last day of the first round, only three teams from Groups A, B, and C are assured of slots in the second round. Meanwhile, the Group D cast for the second round is already complete; Monday's games, while non-bearing as far as getting into the second round is concerned, will still be important as teams want to carry over their momentum into the next phase. September 9 will surely be an important day in Eurobasket 2013, and we expect to see a whole lot of intense on-court action on Monda...

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