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Mike Conley agrees to 2-year contract extension with Timberwolves, AP source says

Mike Conley agrees to 2-year contract extension with Timberwolves, AP source says

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Timberwolves and point guard Mike Conley agreed Monday to a two-year contract extension worth about $21 million that would last through his 19th season in the NBA , according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
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Canada's Andrew Nembhard sees improvement in sophomore season with Indiana Pacers

Canada's Andrew Nembhard sees improvement in sophomore season with Indiana Pacers

TORONTO — As great as the past year has been for Canadian basketball, Andrew Nembhard expects things are going to get even better. Nembhard, from Aurora, Ont., is enjoying his sophomore NBA season as the starting shooting guard on the Indiana Pacers.
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Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton thrives in the spotlight of a busy NBA All-Star weekend

Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton thrives in the spotlight of a busy NBA All-Star weekend

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton found himself playing a new role on NBA All-Star weekend — host. He served as Indianapolis' unofficial ambassador.
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The NBA's scoring boom is still going strong, and some wonder if that's a good thing

The NBA's scoring boom is still going strong, and some wonder if that's a good thing

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — There was a week in January unlike almost any other in NBA history. Joel Embiid scored 70 and Karl-Anthony Towns scored 62 one night, followed four days later by Luka Doncic scoring 73 and Devin Booker scoring 62.
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Nets fire coach Jacque Vaughn with team in 11th place at the All-Star break

Nets fire coach Jacque Vaughn with team in 11th place at the All-Star break

NEW YORK — Jacque Vaughn's strong work guiding the Brooklyn Nets earned him a contract extension at last season's All-Star break. Just a year later, the Nets fired Vaughn after a 50-point loss in his final game, their worst since moving to Brooklyn.
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NBA All-Star weekend takeaways: Lots of points, lots of winners in Indy

NBA All-Star weekend takeaways: Lots of points, lots of winners in Indy

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — NBA All-Star weekend in Indianapolis had plenty of winners.
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Damian Lillard sweeps All-Star weekend by adding MVP Award to 3-point title

Damian Lillard sweeps All-Star weekend by adding MVP Award to 3-point title

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard came to Indianapolis with one purpose — to win. On Sunday, the first-time All-Star starter headed home with a rare All-Star weekend sweep.
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Points records fall at the All-Star Game, with the East beating the West 211-186

Points records fall at the All-Star Game, with the East beating the West 211-186

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The NBA wanted more competition. It got more points instead — more than ever before. And once again, the All-Star Game was all offense.
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LeBron James still committed to Paris Olympics, but health remains the big key

LeBron James still committed to Paris Olympics, but health remains the big key

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — LeBron James still wants to participate in the Paris Olympics this summer, sure sounds like extending his NBA career for at least a couple more seasons is an option and said he would like to see his playing days end as a member of
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Bird, Catchings, Rose and Miller among honorees at NBA Legends Brunch

Bird, Catchings, Rose and Miller among honorees at NBA Legends Brunch

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Larry Bird is officially a legend, Tamika Catchings was overwhelmed, Jalen Rose was moved to tears and Reggie Miller hugged his former antagonist Spike Lee. As always, the NBA Legends Brunch was not lacking for moments.
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