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LeBron, Shaq help Cavs to 102-93 win over Magic
It wasn't close. In a rematch of the Eastern Conference finals, LeBron James scored 36 points and Shaquille O'Neal was tough inside in the Cavaliers' 102-93 victory over Orlando.
LeBron won't talk free agency
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Frustrated by the repeated questions about his future, LeBron James said Wednesday that he won't talk about his possible free agency next summer until after this season.
Injury-plagued Wizards sign Boykins, waive Davis
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Washington Wizards have signed free-agent guard Earl Boykins after a series of injuries at that position and waived center Paul Davis.
Jordan taps Wade to wear 25th anniversary shoe
MIAMI (AP) -- Dwyane Wade will quite literally follow in Michael Jordan's footsteps.
Next challenge: 24-year-old Chris Paul
Steve Nash has been outstanding lately for the red-hot Phoenix Suns , and Chris Paul may have trouble keeping up with the two-time MVP despite being 11 years his junior.
Ian Thomsen: With youthful outlook and game, Nash still defies his age
Almost 36? So what? After a year of suspected play, Steve Nash is back to his old self, playing like (and getting the better of) his younger opponents, writes SI.com's Ian Thomsen.
Kings overcome Thunder despite 37 from Durant
SACRAMENTO, Calif.(AP) Jason Thompson had 21 points and 14 rebounds to help Sacramento beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 101-98 on Tuesday night, giving the Kings their first three-game winning streak in over a year.
Blazers knock off Grizzlies; Thabeet breaks jaw
MEMPHIS, Tenn.(AP) Brandon Roy scored 20 points, LaMarcus Aldridge added 16 points and 12 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers won their third straight with a 93-79 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday night.
Mavericks erase 17-point deficit, drop Rockets by 18
DALLAS(AP) Jason Terry scored 24 points, Erick Dampier had 14 points and 20 rebounds, and the Dallas Mavericks overcame an early 17-point deficit to beat the Houston Rockets 121-103 on Tuesday night.
Nuggets win when Bulls' game-winner overruled
CHICAGO(AP) Chauncey Billups hit the go-ahead free throw with six-tenths of a second left and the Denver Nuggets beat the Chicago Bulls 90-89 on Tuesday night after a potential winning jumper by Brad Miller was overturned following a replay review.
Wade lights up Wizards for 41 as Heat get win
MIAMI(AP) Dwyane Wade scored 41 points and the Miami Heat remained in first place in the Southeast Division by holding off the Washington Wizards 90-76 on Tuesday night.
Carter's return spurs Magic to win over Bobcats
CHARLOTTE, N.C.(AP) Dwight Howard had 15 points and 10 rebounds, Vince Carter scored 15 in his return from a sprained ankle, and the Orlando Magic bounced back from an ugly loss to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 93-81 on Tuesday night.
J.R. Smith to go by given name Earl Smith III
CHICAGO (AP) -- Suspended for the season's first seven games, Denver Nuggets guard J.R. Smith returned Tuesday with a new outlook and a different name.
Clippers lose leading scorer for at least 10 days
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Los Angeles Clippers guard Eric Gordon will be out for at least 10 days with a sore left groin muscle.
Howard fined $15K for criticizing refs on blog
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard has been fined $15,000 by the NBA for publicly criticizing officials on his blog.
Britt Robson: Mavs focused on improving defense
The Mavs can still get up and down with the best of them. This team, says Britt Robson, has added some tough defense under Rick Carlisle that can carry them deeper into the playoffs.
Shaq, wife to split after almost 7-year marriage
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Shaquille O'Neal's wife is splitting up with the Cleveland Cavaliers center.
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