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Three-time NBA champion Paul Silas passes on

Three-time NBA champion Paul Silas passes on

Former Boston Celtics power forward Paul Silas, has died at the age of 79. Silas, had a long association with the NBA, first as a player where he played for the Celtics between 1972 and 1976, winning two championships in 1974 and 1976, and also for the Seattle Supersonics (now Oklahoma City Thunder) from 1977 to 1980, winning the 1979 championship. He was also President of...

NBA: Davis falls ill in Lakers defeat at Cleveland

Los Angeles Lakers have been dealt a blow as power forward Anthony Davis fell ill in their 116-102 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night. Davis had to be taken off in the first quarter at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse for what appeared to be flu-like symptoms. The 29-year-old's absence was apparent as the Lakers struggled defensively against the Cavs. The Lakers have seen revived form...

Charlotte Hornets forward Hayward fractures shoulder

Charlotte Hornets forward Hayward fractures shoulder

Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward has been ruled out indefinitely after suffering a fracture in his left shoulder. The 32-year-old missed eight consecutive games for the Eastern Conference side after picking up a shoulder injury against the Chicago Bulls earlier this month. However, he returned to action for three consecutive games before being sidelined in the 110-108 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves last Friday. The veteran...

LA Lakers star Anthony Davis breaks 49-year NBA record

LA Lakers star Anthony Davis breaks 49-year NBA record

Eight-time NBA All-Star Anthony Davis had a historic night despite Los Angeles Lakers’ 115-105 loss to Phoenix Suns. Davis became the only player to hit 35+ points, 20+ rebounds, 5+ steals and 5+ blocks in a single NBA game since the 1973-1974 season. The 29-year-old has battled back from frustrating injuries to become just the third player in Lakers’ franchise history to record a double-double of...