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Family reasons and LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION, as we’ve noted here many times, were the true driving forces that prompted LeBron James to leave Cleveland for Hollywood in the summer of 2018. Those are believed to be the same forces that would keep him from urging the Lakers to ship him somewhere that he has an actual chance at ring No. 5. His oldest son Bronny is a high school senior. Another son, Bryce, is a high school sophomore. They’re budding prospects thriving in Southern California. James presumably doesn’t want to uproot them. Читать дальше...

Some rival teams believe that the Lakers want to try to keep their two most coveted trade assets in case a currently unforeseen shot to trade for a legitimate third star — like Washington’s Bradley Beal — materializes suddenly.
Source: Marc Stein @ marcstein.substack.com

“Chris Paul was on the Clippers,” Patrick Beverley said. “Then he left and I came on the Clippers. The Clippers went to the Western Conference Finals the only time. They didn’t go there with Chris Paul, Blake Griffin and the Lob City. They went there with me.
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If you’re wondering why, with a seven-game winning streak in hand, a report surfaced — on Christmas Day, no less! — that Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden is open to returning to Houston to play for the last-place Rockets, you are not alone. Scouts and GMs are searching for an answer as well. Because Harden actually going back to Houston doesn’t make sense. Obviously not for the 76ers. Nor for the rebuilding Rockets. And certainly not for Harden, after taking a reduced salary this season to... Читать дальше...

Kevin Durant: Yo it’s crazy how people say I’m defensive when these guys been crying for 7 years about it…
Source: Twitter @KDTrey5

While there was no official diagnosis and further examination is expected, the Cavs left Indiana concerned about a potential absence, sources tell cleveland.com. Now the team that’s in the midst of a three-game losing streak, has already been forced to use 16 different starting lineups in the first 36 games and may not have enough healthy bodies to practice Friday, will hold its breath and hope Garland avoided another significant injury.
Source: Chris Fedor @ Cleveland Plain Dealer

Hield grabbed a game-opening jump ball out of that Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen tipped his way, pivoted at the top of the key, and instantly connected on a 3-pointer to give Indiana a 3-0 lead only three seconds into the game. According to ESPN Stats & Information research, the bucket is the fastest-made 3-pointer in the play-by-play era (since 1996-97).
Source: BasketNews

Raul Dominguez: Pop was asked if Spurs could hold Mavs superstar Luka Doncic under 60 points after he blitzed the Knicks for 60 points, 21 rebounds and 10 assists. Pop said absolutely (tongue-in-cheek)! “We are holding Luka under 50,” he said, playfully slapping his palm on the table. “Quote.”
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The Utah Jazz play against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center

The Utah Jazz are spending $7,596,730 per win while the Sacramento Kings are spending $7,489,625 per win

Game Time: 10:00 PM EST on Friday December 30, 2022

Broadcast Info

Live Stream: fuboTV (Watch for free)
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National TV: N/A
Home TV: NBCSCA
Away TV: ATTSN-RM
Home Radio: Sactown Sports 1140 AM
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The Portland Trail Blazers play against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center

The Miami Heat play against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena

The Miami Heat are spending $8,455,095 per win while the Denver Nuggets are spending $7,404,262 per win

Game Time: 9:00 PM EST on Friday December 30, 2022

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National TV: N/A
Home TV: Altitude
Away TV: Bally Sports Sun
Home Radio: KKSE 92.5FM
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The Philadelphia 76ers play against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center

The Minnesota Timberwolves play against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum

The Detroit Pistons play against the Chicago Bulls at United Center

The Detroit Pistons are spending $13,834,186 per win while the Chicago Bulls are spending $10,042,986 per win

Game Time: 8:00 PM EST on Friday December 30, 2022

Broadcast Info

Live Stream: fuboTV (Watch for free)
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National TV: N/A
Home TV: NBC Sports Chicago
Away TV: Bally Sports DET
Home Radio: 670 AM / S: 1200 AM
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The Houston Rockets (10-24) play against the Dallas Mavericks (16-16) at American Airlines Center

The New York Knicks (18-17) play against the San Antonio Spurs (23-23) at AT&T Center

The Athletic: Victor Wembanyama won MVP at the LNB All-Star Game. His final stats? 27 PTS 12 REB 4 AST 3 STL 2 BLK 🎥 @NBA pic.twitter.com/AV5vsD8Dd4
Source: Twitter @TheAthleticNBA

The Memphis Grizzlies (20-13) play against the Toronto Raptors (19-19) at Scotiabank Arena

The Los Angeles Clippers (21-15) play against the Boston Celtics (10-10) at TD Garden

The Cleveland Cavaliers (22-13) play against the Indiana Pacers (17-17) at Gainbridge Fieldhouse

The Oklahoma City Thunder (15-19) play against the Charlotte Hornets (26-26) at Spectrum Center

Tim Bontemps: Raptors coach Nick Nurse said he thinks Dillon Brooks is on the “positive side” of possibly playing for Team Canada this summer. Nurse added he hopes Brooks plays. “He’s a hell of a player.” Canada has the potential to be a medal threat at the FIBA World Cup this summer.
Source: Twitter @TimBontemps

LeBron James was rumored to be joining the Los Angeles Lakers for more than a year before officially signing with them. This move was a little unusual compared to James’ previous free agency decisions since he was not joining an instant contender. His move to Los Angeles was more than a basketball decision, but of course, the basketball mattered.

Austin Krell: Tyrese Maxey is officially listed as probable to make his return to the Sixers’ lineup for tomorrow’s game in New Orleans.
Source: Twitter @NBAKrell