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By the Associated Press MIAMI — Kendrick Nunn was the last Miami player off the court at halftime, required to hang out for an extra minute or two in order to pick up his second Eastern Conference rookie of the month trophy. “Hopefully, I get some more,” Nunn said. He’s well on his way. MiamiContinue reading “NBA: Kendrick Nunn scores 33 as Heat improve 18-1 at home after edging Spurs”

By the Associated Press LOS ANGELES — Markelle Fultz faked LeBron James off his hip, weaved through traffic in the waning seconds and scored the final bucket of his phenomenal triple-double performance. Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz, right, shoots as Los Angeles Lakers center JaVale McGee defends during the first half of an NBA basketballContinue reading “NBA: Markelle Fultz hits crucial layups as Magic snap Lakers’ 9-game winning streak”

By Kristel Satumbaga Members of the Philippine Olympic Committee Athletes Commission aim for a stronger program on benefits for current and retired national players this year following their election. Nikko Huelgas (MB Photo / Ali Vicoy, File) Triathlete Nikko Huelgas, who is part of the five-member commission, said the goal is to make these programsContinue reading “POC: Triathlete Nikko Huelgas bats for strong athletes commission”

By Nick Giongco It’s going to be a big gamble for Filipino world champion Pedro Taduran when he risks his International Boxing Federation (IBF) mini-flyweight title for the first time on Feb. 1 in Guadalupe, Mexico. In this file photo dated September 7, 2019,, Pedro Taduran celebrates after defeating Samuel Salva to bag the IBFContinue reading “Boxing: Pedro Taduran risks IBF crown as he flies to Guadalupe, Mexico”

By the Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. — On a night when Luka Doncic set a career high for assists, one of his early passes wound up in the stands. All he could do was watch it and chuckle as he ran back down the court. Dallas Mavericks forward Luka Doncic (77) drives to the basketContinue reading “NBA: Luka Doncic posts triple-double anew as Mavs edge Kings”

By the Associated Press HOUSTON — After getting off to a disappointing start this season, the Portland Trail Blazers are focused on playing much better going forward. Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, middle, puts up a shot in front of Houston Rockets guard Ben McLemore (16) and guard Russell Westbrook, back, as forward CarmeloContinue reading “NBA: Damian Lillard shows the way for Trail Blazers to beat Rockets”

By the Associated Press DENVER — After being told to get ready for his Denver debut, P.J. Dozier was quickly asked how many plays he remembered. “I’m like, ‘Oh, shoot,’” he said. So that’s exactly what he did — and made quite a splash. Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr., front picks up a looseContinue reading “NBA: Michael Porter Jr., P.J. Dozier lead Nuggets to win over Hornets”

By the Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY — Norman Powell doesn’t need to work his way back into form. The Toronto guard missed 11 games with a left shoulder injury before returning to action this week. In his second game back, he scored 23 points, and the Raptors held off a furious rally to beat theContinue reading “NBA: Norman Powell scores 23 to lift Raptors past Thunder”

By the Associated Press CHICAGO — Zach LaVine wants to play in the All-Star Game next month in Chicago. He is making quite the case. Especially lately. Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine, right, drives to the basket against Washington Wizards forward Troy Brown Jr., center, and center Ian Mahinmi during the second half of an NBAContinue reading “NBA: Zach LaVine powers Bulls past Wizards”

By the Associated Press Rocky “Soulman” Johnson, a WWE Hall of Fame wrestler who became better known as the father of actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, has died. He was 75. In this 2008 photo provided by WWE, Inc., Rocky “Soul Man” Johnson, left, speaks at his WWE Hall of Fame induction ceremony, as hisContinue reading “WWE: Wrestler Rocky ‘Soulman’ Johnson, father of Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, passes away at 75”