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Warriors acquire point guard Chris Paul, add guard Cory Joseph

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Golden State Warriors finalized their trade with the Wizards for guard Chris Paul on Thursday, sending forward Patrick Baldwin Jr. and guards Jordan Poole and Ryan Rollins to Washington along with a pair of draft picks.
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Hawks sign 2nd-round draft pick Lundy, also sign 2-way player Norris

ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Hawks signed second-round draft pick Seth Lundy in a deal announced on Thursday and also agreed to sign Miles Norris to a two-way contract. Lundy, a guard/forward from Penn State, was the No. 46 overall pick in the draft.
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Lillard still waiting, hoping that Summer League gives Blazers and Heat chance to talk trade

Lillard still waiting, hoping that Summer League gives Blazers and Heat chance to talk trade

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Damian Lillard’s position has not and will not change: The seven-time All-Star wants to be traded to the Miami Heat.
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Celtics sign 2nd-round draft pick Jordan Walsh, forward Oshae Brissett

BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics signed second-round draft pick Jordan Walsh on Thursday and also reached a deal with former Pacers forward Oshae Brissett. The No.
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Britney Spears says Wembanyama's security struck her in Las Vegas, Spurs rookie says he was grabbed

Britney Spears says Wembanyama's security struck her in Las Vegas, Spurs rookie says he was grabbed

LAS VEGAS (AP) — San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama said Thursday he believes Britney Spears grabbed him from behind as he was walking into a restaurant at a Las Vegas casino, and that the security detail he was with pushed the pop star away.
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USA Basketball unveils the 12-man roster for this summer's World Cup in Philippines

USA Basketball unveils the 12-man roster for this summer's World Cup in Philippines

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Grant Hill started working on the USA Basketball roster for this summer’s World Cup many months ago, long before the first invitations were extended. The result, he hopes, will make it worth all that effort.
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Raptors confirm Jakob Poeltl will return on multi-year deal, also ink Jalen McDaniels

Raptors confirm Jakob Poeltl will return on multi-year deal, also ink Jalen McDaniels

TORONTO — Getting some closure on some unfinished business is just one of the reasons Jakob Poeltl is back with the Toronto Raptors.
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From prodigy to project, Cavaliers rookie Emoni Bates rediscovers joy on twisted path to NBA

From prodigy to project, Cavaliers rookie Emoni Bates rediscovers joy on twisted path to NBA

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) — Before holding his first interview session as a pro, Cavaliers' second-round draft pick Emoni Bates politely introduced himself to media members.
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Pacers welcome Brown to town, formally announce 5-year max deal to keep Haliburton

Pacers welcome Brown to town, formally announce 5-year max deal to keep Haliburton

The Indiana Pacers officially locked up their future Thursday, announcing they had agreed with All-Star guard Tyrese Haliburton on a five-year max contract that could pay a franchise record $260 million.
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G League Ignite, Perth Wildcats to play 2-game exhibition series in September

G League Ignite, Perth Wildcats to play 2-game exhibition series in September

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Building off the success of last year’s games involving Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson, the G League is bringing more international talent into Las Vegas this fall. The G League Fall Invitational will be held Sept. 6 and Sept.
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