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Four Bulls that may not be backJun 2, 2013 12:00 AM
The Bulls probably won't make major changes this summer, but some players are less likely to return than others. Here's a rundown.
A’s edge White Sox on bases-loaded walk in 10th Jun 1, 2013 12:00 AM
Hector Santiago walked Josh Reddick with the bases loaded and two outs in the 10th inning to force in the winning run and lift the Oakland Athletics over the Chicago White Sox 4-3 on Saturday. The A’s had 16 hits and failed to score after loading the bases with no outs in the ninth before scoring the game-winner off Santiago (1-4).
Ex-NBA guard Blaylock injured in crash; 1 killedMay 31, 2013 12:00 AM
Former NBA All-Star guard Daron "Mookie" Blaylock was on life support at a hospital Friday after his SUV crossed the center line and crashed head-on into a van in suburban Atlanta, fatally injuring a passenger in the van, police said.
Bucks set to hire Larry Drew May 31, 2013 12:00 AM
Four days after Larry Drew was replaced in Atlanta, the Milwaukee Bucks have swooped in to scoop him up. The Bucks announced Friday that they have reached an agreement to hire Drew as their new head coach. General manager John Hammond said Drew’s track record in Atlanta and experience as an assistant coach and former player made him the right choice.
Teague’s results were limited but promising May 31, 2013 12:00 AM
Marquis Teague kept up a good attitude during a rookie season with the Bulls that featured limited use. When he did get a chance, the No. 30 pick of the 2012 draft did display some of the athletic skills that made him a prized recruit by Kentucky two years ago. Mike McGraw has more in this report, the tenth in a series on the Bulls.
James scores 30, Heat take Game 5 May 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Spellman’s Scorecard: It’s all about the Blackhawks May 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Hawks, Hawks and more Hawks in this week's Spellman's Scorecard.
Mohammed hoping for more time with Bulls May 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Veteran center Nazr Mohammed wants to come back for a second season with the Bulls, even though he sat on the bench for much of his first year playing in his hometown.
Pacers get even with Miami after 99-92 victory May 28, 2013 12:00 AM
Roy Hibbert had 23 points and 12 rebounds, Lance Stephenson added 20 points, and the Indiana Pacers charged back late to beat the Miami Heat 99-92 on Tuesday night and tie the Eastern Conference finals at 2-2.
Spurs sweep Memphis, earn trip to Finals May 27, 2013 12:00 AM
Why Belinelli’s dream will be short-lived May 27, 2013 12:00 AM
When Marco Belinelli signed with the Bulls last summer, he talked about how happy he was to join one of the NBA's best teams. He carried the "dream come true" theme to some success this season, but he may need to find a new home.
For Bulls, getting Robinson worked out well May 27, 2013 12:00 AM
Maybe it's a stretch to suggest signing with the Bulls was a life-changing moment for Nate Robinson. But it is true that before this season, Robinson never played more than 17 minutes in an NBA playoff game and was in low demand last summer as a free agent.
Heat offense puts away Pacers 114-96 in Game 3 May 26, 2013 12:00 AM
Spurs take 3-0 lead, beat Grizzlies 104-93 in OT May 26, 2013 12:00 AM
Tim Duncan scored the first five points of overtime, and the San Antonio Spurs rallied from an 18-point deficit to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 104-93 Saturday night and move a win away from the NBA Finals.
Pacers steal Game 2 from Heat, 97-93 May 25, 2013 12:00 AM
David West's right hand helped the Indiana Pacers grab home-court advantage in the Eastern Conference finals. Roy Hibbert scored 29 points, West knocked away two passes by LeBron James for huge turnovers in the final minute, and the Pacers evened the East title series with a 97-93 victory over the Miami Heat in Game 2 of the series on Friday night.
For now, Gibson remains Boozer’s backup May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Taj Gibson was re-signed mostly to be Carlos Boozer's replacement in another year or so. How well Gibson will do in that role is difficult to pin down based on current evidence.
Spellman’s Scorecard: Things won’t be the same for Bears May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Even on Memorial Day weekend, the Bears can still dominate the conversation, as the retirement of Brian Urlacher proved. But there's still much more to talk about and Spellman's Scorecard does just that this week.
LeBron saves Heat at buzzer of Game 1 May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim. There was no one in his way. There was no stopping him, either. James made a layup as time expired in overtime, capping a 30-point, 10-rebound, 10-assist effort as the Miami Heat found a way to outlast the Indiana Pacers 103-102 in a wildly back-and-forth Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals Wednesday night.
Spurs blow late lead, but top Grizzlies 93-89 in OT May 22, 2013 12:00 AM
Tony Parker had 15 points and a career playoff-high 18 assists, Tim Duncan scored San Antonio’s first six points of overtime and the Spurs bounced back after squandering a 13-point lead in the fourth quarter to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 93-89 on Tuesday night. The Spurs took a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference finals with Game 3 on Saturday in Memphis.
Cavaliers win NBA draft lottery againMay 21, 2013 12:00 AM
What's not to like? Being in the lottery every year. Nick Gilbert expects the Cleveland Cavaliers are through with it, and if so he sent them out a winner again. The Cavaliers and their owner's son beat the odds for the second time in three years, winning the lottery Tuesday night to give them the No. 1 pick for the June 27 NBA draft.