 USA TODAY | Nuggets rout Lakers with Kobe sick to force Game 7 USA TODAY By Vicki Michaelis, USA TODAY By Chris Humphreys, US Presswire Denver Nuggets guard Ty Lawson (3) drives to the basket during the first half of Game 6 against the Los Angeles Lakers. By Chris Humphreys, US Presswire Denver Nuggets guard Ty Lawson (3) ... Lakers look sick in Game 6 loss to Nuggets Nuggets rout Lakers 113-96 to force Game 7 Nuggets 113, Lakers 96 |
 The Associated Press | Celtics deep-6 Hawks Boston Herald By Mark Murphy Kevin Garnett opened his postgame press conference last night by thanking Michael Gearon Jr., the Hawks owner who had called him “the dirtiest player in the NBA†on Wednesday. Gearon had called the Celtics [team stats] an old team, ... Aging Garnett, Celtics show flashes of good old days With Celtics' window closing, Garnett proves he still has something left Kevin Garnett calls out Hawks owner |
 CBC.ca | Bulls' 1st-round exit an opportunity lost Chicago Tribune PHILADELPHIA â€" As CJ Watson's desperation, three-quarter-court heave at the buzzer bounced off the back of the rim Thursday night to clinch a 79-78 victory and the series for the 76ers, harsh reality hit before the ball landed. 76ers eliminate top-seeded Bulls in Game 6 76ers Beat Bulls 79-78 and Advance to 2nd Round For Bulls, less could mean more |
 The Associated Press | Celtics beat Hawks 83-80 to advance in East SI.com BOSTON (AP) -- Kevin Garnett had 28 points and 14 rebounds, hitting a jumper to give Boston the lead with 31 seconds left in Game 6 on Thursday night, and the Celtics beat the Atlanta Hawks 83-80 to win their first-round playoff series and advance to ... Celtics win, advance to next round Garnett's double-double helps Celtics knock out Hawks Garnett carries Celtics into second round |
 USA TODAY | 76ers eliminate top-seed Bulls in first round upset USA TODAY PHILADELPHIA â€" The Chicago Bulls' lofty expectations crumbled under the weight of Derrick Rose's buckling leg. By Matt Slocum, AP Philadelphia 76ers' Evan Turner, left, and Andre Iguodala react on the scorer's table after the 76ers won Game 6 and the ... Philadelphia edge Bulls to advance in playoffs Iguodala's late free throws propel Sixers into second round Iguodala's free throws lift Sixers into second round |
 NEWS.com.au | Kobe to play Game 6 despite stomach ailment SI.com DENVER (AP) -- The Los Angeles Lakers say Kobe Bryant will play Thursday night against the Denver Nuggets despite a stomach ailment that caused him to miss his team's morning shootaround. Coach Mike Brown said Bryant was holding down liquids and had no ... Kobe Bryant will play in Game 6 Nuggets vs. Lakers Game 6 live: Kobe vs. Karl in crucial matchup Kobe Bryant Stomach Ailment Sets Up Michael Jordan 'Flu Game' Scenario |
 Globe and Mail | Andersen Leaves Nuggets Amid Criminal Investigation New York Times The Denver Nuggets reserve center Chris Andersen was excused indefinitely from all team-related activities after sheriff's deputies in Douglas County, Colo., searched his home Thursday as part of an investigation by the department's Internet Crimes ... NBA's "Birdman" Andersen's home raided by Denver-area police Nuggets' Andersen target of investigation Police search home of Nuggets' Andersen |
 CBC.ca | Denver Nuggets' Chris Anderson has house searched by police team charged with ... New York Daily News DENVER â€" Denver Nuggets reserve center Chris “Birdman†Andersen has been excused indefinitely from all team-related activities after Douglas County sheriff's deputies searched his home Thursday as part of an investigation by the department's Internet ... Nuggets' Andersen target of criminal investigation Police search home of Nuggets' Andersen Nuggets' Andersen target of investigation |
 USA TODAY | Vladimir Guerrero agrees to deal with Blue Jays USA TODAY y BPatrick Semansky, AP Vladimir Guerrero, who signed with the Blue Jays, will start with an extended spring training program. y BPatrick Semansky, AP Vladimir Guerrero, who signed with the Blue Jays, will start with an extended spring training program ... Vladimir Guerrero agrees to minor league contract with Toronto Blue Jays Blue Jays sign Vlad to Minor League deal Vladimir Guerrero signs with Jays |
Globe and Mail | Home of Denver Nuggets' Chris Andersen is searched by sheriffs Los Angeles Times By Houston Mitchell Denver Nuggets center Chris Andersen had his home searched by sheriff deputies Thursday as part of an investigation conducted by the department's Internet Crimes Against Children unit. Andersen has not been arrested and Douglas ... Nuggets' Andersen target of investigation Nuggets' Chris Andersen has home searched by Internet crime unit Police search home of Nuggets' Chris "Birdman" Andersen, seize property |
 New York Times | Mike Woodson: Jeremy Lin staying ESPN By Jared Zwerling | Special to ESPNNewYork.com ESPN 98.7's Ryan Ruocco breaks down the topics that will be discussed on Thursday's edition of the Stephen A. Smith and Ryan Ruocco show at 1 pm ET.Tags: New York Knicks, New York Rangers, New York Yankees ... Jeremy Lin 'absolutely' coming back to Knicks, Woodson says Rookie flashback: Wade eager for Pacers series, though much has changed since ... Wade set to see Pacers in playoffs again |
 New York Daily News | J.R. hints he may be done with Knicks New York Daily News New York is a tough town, and its rabid sports fans may be a little too much for the Knicks' JR Smith. Following his dreadful 3-for-15 shooting performance in the Knicks' Game 5 loss to the Miami Heat, Smith was the focal point of Knicks' fans ... Staff predictions: Miami Heat vs. Indiana Pacers Mike Woodson still vying for treacherous Knicks job Mike Woodson wants to return |
 CBC.ca | Mike Woodson wants to return ESPN By Ian Begley | Special to ESPNNewYork.com NEW YORK -- Mike Woodson took over a floundering Knicks team in mid March and led them to the playoffs. Now, he wants a chance to finish the job. Woodson reiterated on Thursday that he'd like to be brought ... Jeremy Lin, Steve Novak want back with Knicks; JR Smith? Maybe not After tumultuous year, Knicks face offseason filled with questions Heat finish off Knicks |
 BBC Sport | Tiger erratic in first round of Players Championship Chicago Tribune PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. -- Former world No. 1 Tiger Woods was two-over through 14 holes after mixing five bogeys with three birdies in the first round of the Players Championship at a sun-blessed TPC Sawgrass on Thursday. Blake Adams shot a superb ... Brian Harman update: He's in The Players The Players Championship 2012: Tee Times, TV Schedule, Radio Coverage For Thursday An island that only punishes the pursuers |
 Globe and Mail | One test aced, many more harder ones still remain for Heat NBA.com MIAMI -- If you were to ask the Magic 8 Ball if the Miami Heat are better than they were a year ago, its response would have to be Ask again later. The Heat are through to the conference semifinals after dismissing the New York Knicks in five games. Knicks Showed Fight but Subplots Remain Unsettled (2) Miami Heat vs. (3) Indiana Pacers Amare Stoudemire makes pitch for Steve Nash to sign with Knicks |
 New York Times | Knicks Showed Fight but Subplots Remain Unsettled New York Times Watching the Knicks play the Miami Heat five times over 12 days was competitively akin to the legendary sword fight in “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,†when King Arthur hacks off the left arm of the Black Knight and says: “Now stand aside, ... What's the selling point with Indiana? NBA AM: Can The Knicks Get Steve Nash? Pacers frontcourt is main concern for Miami Heat |
 USA TODAY | An island that only punishes the pursuers Atlanta Journal Constitution By DOUG FERGUSON AP PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. â€" It is the most famous hole at The Players Championship. It can be argued that of all the par 3s in golf, none is more recognizable than the island-green 17th at the TPC Sawgrass. Live blog: Tiger at even par after 4 holes at TPC Golf-'Island green' fascinates but Tiger would move it THE PLAYERS Championship 2012: TV Schedule, Tee Times, Parings For Thursday |
CBC.ca | The Heat is On, Knicks Eliminated From the Playoffs Fox News LeBron James and the Miami Heat have taken the next step to capture a championship while the New York Knicks once again can't live up to expectations. Having Thursday off from practice is Miami's first playoff prize, and although a five-game win over ... Amar'e Stoudemire Wants Steve Nash To Play For The Knicks Despite Flame-Out, Knicks' Future Isn't Extinguished Just Yet Knicks links: New York picks up pieces after series-ending loss to Heat in Miami |
 Globe and Mail | Chris Paul's Injury A Strained Right Hip Flexor, According To Report SB Nation Despite initial reports that Chris Paul aggravated his groin injury Wednesday night, it appears he actually injured his hip late in the fourth quarter of the Clippers' loss to the Grizzlies. Paul suffered the injury while battling for a rebound, ... Grizzlies stay alive as inside game beats Clippers Grizzlies avoid elimination, beat Clippers 92-80 Injuries to Paul, Griffin are reason for concern |
 Toronto Star | Knicks, Woodson could be close to deal HoopsWorld By HOOPSWORLD Now that the offseason is officially here, now that this crazy New York Knicks season of ups and downs, twists and turns (and an unforgettable thing called Linsanty) has finally come to an end, the first order of business is to decide ... Stoudemire sees better days ahead Heat Advance to Face Indiana, Topping NY 106-94 Heat advance to face Indiana, topping NY 106-94 By The Associated Press ... |
 CBS News | here come the heat Indianapolis Star AP MIAMI -- LeBron James decided not to play in New York two summers ago. He won't be playing there anymore this season, either. The Knicks have been put away, and the Miami Heat are headed to the second round of the NBA playoffs. James had 29 points, ... Heat Advance to Face Indiana, Topping NY 106-94 Knicks' season extinguished by Heat NBA playoff roundup Roundup: Heat give Knicks the boot |
 ABC News | Grizzlies Avoid Elimination, Beat Clippers 92-80 ABC News The Memphis Grizzlies have the Los Angeles Clippers frustrated and hurting. Blake Griffin sprained his left knee, Chris Paul went to the Clippers' bench with a sore right hip and another late comeback fizzled against a Memphis team that got back to its ... Marc Gasol scores 23 to power Grizzlies to Game 5 victory Clippers fall to Grizzlies; Paul and Griffin injured Grizzlies, listen to Z-Bo's daughter and give Randolph the ball |
 ABC News | Heat Advance to Face Indiana, Topping NY 106-94 ABC News LeBron James was still on the court, enjoying the moment after ousting the New York Knicks, when the first questions came about what's next for the Miami Heat. For one day, Indiana can wait. Having Thursday off from practice is Miami's first playoff ... LeBron James, Dwyane Wade play role of closers as Miami Heat advances Heat give Knicks the boot 1. Once Again, Heat Dispose Of East Foe In 5 |
Globe and Mail | Heat give Knicks the boot Boston.com LeBron James decided not to play in New York two summers ago. He won't be playing there anymore this season, either. The Knicks have been put away, and the Miami Heat are headed to the second round of the NBA playoffs. James had 29 points, 8 rebounds, ... Heat eliminates Knicks in Game 5 1. Once Again, Heat Dispose Of East Foe In 5 Wilfredo Lee/AP |
