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Sunday, May 19 Spurs show they have too much offense for Grizzlies to handle in Game 1 destruction dlvr.it/3P6krx
If you're having trouble w/ the Lakers Nation link, our friends at @NBASportsCity have it too. bit.ly/16IJSbf
Event is about to begin. Remember you can watch live on LakersNation ---> bit.ly/16II2qR
I respect your stance @Gibberman10. It will be interesting to see if they decide to buy Amar'e out. #knicks
If you're having trouble connecting, refresh a couple times and eventually it works. Again, sorry for the inconvenience, folks. DB
Not that it's hard to figure out, but getting healthy is the Bulls' too summer priority: bit.ly/Z6xAqE
The Spurs' 14 made 3-pointers was a stunning number. So was the 29 attempts. Not many were contested. They manufactured TONS of open looks.
Welp, looks like I'll be in Sacramento on Thursday for the #LLTKRally. Interested to see if the venue can contain it.
Wowza “@ChecktheTicker: #Tigers Miguel Cabrera is now batting .509 (28-for-55) with runners in scoring position this season.”
Only a Vermont farmer would travel all the way to @smorgasburg each week to sell maple lemonade: bfpne.ws/YTDhpF
I just fell asleep and woke up to Kruk talking about Dwight Howard...is everything OK? Everybody cool? What's happening right now?
Looks like Dwight watch has begun. Reports he's interested in Houston, but I wouldn't read much into any rumors... Gut says he stays in LA.
Truth: “@McCallum12: this doesn't read like a putdown of Kobe ... comes up short compared to MJ. Stone fact. lat.ms/18WzcFc”
If you get a Database Error just refresh a couple times. Been having some server issues today. Sorry for the inconvenience. DB
Alright the event is live. Tune in to watch Kobe's special announcement right here: bit.ly/16II2qR
So Kobe's event will be streamed live online and we should have it for you on LakersNation.com once it launches. Stay tuned! DB
The Pacers were off today, so that means there will be lots of questions at practice tomorrow over this Vogel and LeBron non-story.
I'm writing about this for Lakersnation.com Monday but CBSportsline report that #D12's looking around dovetails w/stuff I've heard.
Just learned an interesting little factoid: The little kid Elvis impersonator in "Honeymoon in Vegas" is Bruno Mars. AK
Movie night continues. Just finished Silver Linings Playbook, Django is up next. Hope everyone is enjoying their Sunday.
Dwight Howard took a lot of hits to get to this point where he is a free agent. He is going to savor it. Even if it means more PR hits.
At the draft combine, a lot of NBA teams will ask a player to guess how many basketballs would fit in the room where the interview is held. #Spurs are dangerous when shooting like this. Too many weapons, opens up Parker to attack. Too many shooters bleacherreport.com/articles/16449… @BR_NBA
#D12 reportedly looking at other teams--but when he's done #Lakers will still be the one guarantying $30M more. cbssports.com/nba/blog/ken-b…
My all-time favorite question that a team asked players at the NBA draft combine: "What kind of weed do you smoke?" Most players cracked up. Very impressed with #Indians. If the starting pitching holds up, may have to rethink my prediction of 84 wins and just missing playoffs.
Every year at the draft combine, at least one NBA team always asks: "Would you rather start on a losing team or sit on a winning team?" The answer that the NBA team wanted to hear from players was that they would tip the blender over and crawl out. Weirdest question a team asked at the NBA combine: "If you were the size of a pen and you were trapped in a blender, how would you get out?" As Mayor Johnson eluded to earlier, the #NBAKings rally in Chavez Park is now Thursday, 5-9p #LLTKRally more info: nba.com/kings/news/lon…
Report: Dwight Howard will consider multiple teams in free agency, is said to be most intrigued by the Rockets dlvr.it/3P6DBP
If Kane not coming to Memphis, I'm sure it will be shot down soon, but was told of possibility by "those in the know" this weekend
Spurs played fantastic individual and team defense on Z-Bo. Well-timed fronts, mucking up entry passing lanes, swarmed him when he got ball.
Three-Pointers: Spurs go off from deep, erase Grizzlies’ Zach Randolph to take Game 1 bit.ly/10dnyPO
Meanwhile, Tim Duncan scored six points. It's the third-lowest point total in a playoff win of his career.
Duncan on Z-Bo: "We knew coming in what he wanted to do. So far, what we game-planned worked pretty well.".
Spurs 105, Grizzlies 83: Fiesta de triples - by Dan McCarney blog.mysanantonio.com/spursnation/20…
Just tried Two Bros BBQ w/ @jalenrose - off the charts tremendous. SA BBQ jumps to an early lead over Mem BBQ. Mem calls timeout to regroup.
Duncan indicated defensive game-plan on Randolph was two years in the making, dating to 2011 playoff series.
Analyzing the biggest reason why Woodson and the Knicks fell short this season: online.wsj.com/article/SB1000…
If you want to read more about Dwight Howard's free agency, check out this article: tinyurl.com/b5z5q3r So while we're still far from a resolution, right now it seems Dwight is thinking Lakers or Texas for next year. DB bit.ly/10dkIdx
Word on the street is the Memphis Tigers might be adding Marshall transfer DeAndre Kane.
That's all I'm going to tweet for now. Back to focusing on the playoffs and draft. We'll get into free agency rumors once July gets closer. The media circus that surrounded the "Dwightmare" was absurd. And he's mentioned numerous times he wants to avoid that this time around. DB
I do believe Dwight doesn't want a repeat of last summer, which is one of the reasons he's intent on keeping quiet this time around. DB
The bottom line is that Howard will take his time, there will be countless rumors, and then he'll make his decision. That's how it goes. DB
Saying this means he isn't loyal or any of that nonsense is a waste of time. Even Kobe threatened to leave via free agency at one point. DB
Being mad at Howard for testing free agency isn't fair. It's his right to do it, and nearly every player before him has done it too. DB
Also, Dwight Howard is going to take his time and meet with a lot of teams. Mitch Kupchak wanted him to make decision quickly, but he won't. Ultimately the Lakers will welcome Dwight back w/ open arms no matter how long it takes him to decide. DB bit.ly/10dkIdx
Lakers front office has said they want to know what Dwight's going to do, but he's shown no indication of speeding up his process. DB
For those of you asking about the Cavaliers, Blazers, etc. in regards to Dwight Howard's free agency, they haven't even been considered. One thing is for certain: even though LAL wants a quick answer, they won't get one from Dwight Howard. bit.ly/10dkIdx
Biggest difference in Spurs 2011 vs. 2013? I'd argue Kawai Leonard. He was awesome today. Takes a lot of pressure off Ginobili.
If I had to guess, I think Dwight Howard's free agency comes down to the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers. How the Spurs created open shots in Game 1, and kept creating them. Conley, Green and more weigh in: cbsprt.co/12Fosrv
Nets are admittedly a long shot. All I'm saying is that they'll pursue Dwight Howard this summer. They've shown interest very recently. Blog: LeBron James, Heat motivated by comments Frank Vogel didn’t make (with video from Vogel's presser) - bit.ly/12nsXVW
Hat tip to @Quincy Pondexter who keyed the run to get Grizz within 6 points. 17 points ties career high, new post-season career best.
For those saying the Nets can't do a sign-and-trade for Howard, they can as long as they're under apron amount after transaction's complete. Spurs defense usually predicated about "take star X out of the game and let someone else beat us." They sold out defensively on Z-Bo.
Grizz have been resilient all year long and have battled back. No reason to think this will change. Major credit to Spurs who looked great.
The Atlanta Hawks will also pursue Dwight Howard. Their dream scenario is to sign Howard and Chris Paul. They can offer two max contracts. Grizzlies could use a mulligan on Game 1. Seemed a bit overtaken by the gravity of the moment. Spurs in conference finals regularly.
Nets can sign-and-trade for Howard if their under the apron amount after transaction is complete. That means they must dump salary in deal. The Nets will likely pursue Dwight Howard this summer. There's still mutual interest. But will the Lakers be open to a sign-and-trade? Dwight Howard will be weighing all of his options this summer. He's going shopping and considering all teams. Lakers will have competition. As I wrote last week, Dwight Howard's interest in the Houston Rockets is real. He'll definitely consider them and speak with James Harden. Oops! “@cwmehring: Barry Zito has a brother in Sacramento who is a RHP with the River Cats. How awesome is that? http://t.co/NDFfNh7FaC”
But essentially Dwight would have to agree to another tough year in L.A. before there's enough cleared cap space to make a splash. DB
In terms of money, the amount Howard would save in TX because of lack of income tax could compensate losing Bird Rights. DB
But the idea that Howard is intrigued by the possibilities in Houston isn't a new one. We've heard this before. DB bit.ly/112MONA
Now, does that mean Howard wants to leave and avoid the pressure of market like Los Angeles even w/ its benefits? I'm not so sure. DB
Dude, this made me grin so hard. MT @timmarchman: Frank Thomas riding the Red Line for 1st time: bit.ly/15ZHddQ
For the most part, for some reason Dwight hasn't been widely accepted in Los Angeles or by Laker fans. DB
Nobody would score at the rim ever against Dwight/Asik, but offensively it would be a trainwreck. In terms of Dwight, it sounds like LAL still has the most off-court opportunities for him. But is that enough to entire him to return? DB
Dwight wanting to play in a frontcourt with Asik doesn't speak well to his evaluation of talent and fit. Spurs-Grizzlies Game 1: How the Spurs created open shots, and kept them open. Conley, Danny Green and more on Game cbsprt.co/10ODyHW
Neil Sagebiel has written a great golf/sports book. Named 1 of the 10 best in 2012. Great gift for Father's Day. amazon.com/gp/product/031…
Should be category in Indy-Heat series matchups for Officiating. Give edge to Miami. Refs don't call fouls on LeBron. Just Tyson-Melo-Stoud.
Could Sterling have been in San Antonio on other business, on a Sunday, two rounds after Clips eliminated? If so, that's a first for him
Things I learned today: Multiple NBA teams may try to outbid each other for Lionel Hollins & #Nets may have real interest in Scott Skiles
Clips, I'm told, have NOT asked to interview Spurs' in-demand Mike Budenholzer. Suggests Sterling was thus scouting free agent-to-be Hollins
Thursday is going to be AWESOME. “@SacramentoKings: #LLTKRally info: on.nba.com/11PRs37 #KingsAllDay”
Metta World Peace does the weather, talks Lakers season latimes.com/sports/lakersn…
Hottest theory circulating here in San Antonio is that Donald Sterling was at Game 1 sitting across from Grizz bench to scout Lionel Hollins
At @USATODAYsports: A quick glance at San Antonio's Game 1 win over Memphis in the WCF, with more to come - usatoday.com/story/sports/n… Oklahoma City Thunder: What could Serge Ibaka learn from Hakeem Olajuwon? bit.ly/14lwjek
MT @Brian May: Point of Clarification on Mayor's tweet that Vivek is "confirmed". He's confirmed to appear in person @ the Kings rally...
Spurs would like to remind you they are very good, crush Grizzlies in Game 1 dlvr.it/3P5kg2
Odds are that the #Suns don't get into the draft's top 3. Prospects for 4-7 talked at the combine about their games. bit.ly/14GvFaX
If there's one thing we've learned about Dwight, it's that there will be dozens more of these stories before we have a resolution. DB
Dwight Howard is reportedly intrigued by one NBA team. And it isn't the Lakers. DB bit.ly/112MONA
The #Knicks assembled a roster that meant they had to win now. Instead, they didn't get close. bit.ly/12nmCtr
Rain has stopped. Two and half hour rain delay could be ending soon. Lundqvist could have used one of those today. http://t.co/JCwO3RDBes
yikes - according to @ESPNStatsInfo - the Spurs limited ZBo to 11 offensive touches. touches! that includes off rebs.
.@kbergcbs reports that Dwight Howard is planning on taking "a harder look" at teams like Houston than maybe expected cbsprt.co/10Gwxfp
Would love to be fly on wall for exit interviews for J.R. and Amar'e tomorrow. Don't think Woody and Amar'e talk much.
The late 90's were all about the Minneapolis alt-rock scene. Marcy Playground and Semisonic? Watch out Seattle!
It isn't the Preakness but, for Utah, the $51K Beehive Futurity is a big race. bit.ly/18Wh7qU
Here's hoping the waring factions in Game of Thrones is more competitive in tonight's 8th episode than Game 1 between the Spurs & Grizzlies
They had Lakers themed Gatorade at the gas station I just stopped at http://t.co/U2Sq0DcTlO
Some thought "confirmed" meant as an owner by the NBA BOG. That will happen later this week.
Sure, David Stern would've liked Knicks-Heat, but the real miss was the @Frank Isola vs. Miami media wars. Fines were coming.
Point of Clarification on Mayor's tweet that Vivek is "confirmed". He's confirmed to appear in person @ the Kings rally on Thursday.
Interesting stuff on Dwight's future in this report by @Ken Berger cbsprt.co/10Gwxfp Mavs and Rockets strongly in consideration
Ah, yes. J.R. Smith remains the undisputed Twitter king. Baggy day tomorrow in Greemburgh oughta be a doozy
So am I reading this correctly? LeBron is even flopping on innocuous comments from Frank Vogel.
Between guessing wrong on the MVP voter and misinterpreting Vogel, LeBron's been wrong more than Heat have lost in the playoffs.
ESPNSIG: cada uno de los 14 triples encestados por @Spurs fueron habilitados por una asistencia.
Spurs vs. Grizzlies Game 1 photo gallery (more photos still on the way) blog.mysanantonio.com/spursnation/20…
Praying for friends and loved ones back in Norman. Find a shelter, stay safe, hold on tight.
Oklahoma City Barons: OKC gets plenty of rest after Stars series, but will they lose momentum? bit.ly/19RY52s
65, #DCU back in it. Pontius cross finished at the back post by Kyle Porter. Life in this team yet.
Tony Parker just called Memphis the best defense in the NBA. Hey, everyone in Indiana: You were right about that "no respect" thing.
We'll have coverage of #Knicks exit interviews tomorrow on KnicksNow.com. Stay tuned.
Thanks to everyone that came to watch party and packed the place. I promise that was last one I'm doin. Homebound from here on out.
NBA: 14 three-pointers scored by the @Spurs today is a franchise record in the playoffs.
NBA: 14 triples encestados hoy por @Spurs en un partido de playoff es una nueva marca de franquicia.
Re-watching some of these Bonner 3s: MEM may have to start switching any Bonner action when Z-Bo is not in the game.
#Indians 1B Nick Swisher on how team is feeling during recent impressive run. "One word," he said. "Money."
My wife and I wondered if this lady's Luis Vutton purse was real. We got our answer when she put it on the ground #ThatsNotHowYouTreat1500
G1 great example how versatile Spurs are. Can kill you in so many ways. Memphis D gonna have to figure out how to close out the 3s.
DX Podcast: Jonathan Givony on CBS Sports Radio draftexpress.com/article/DX-Pod… - What happened at the NBA Combine? How strong is this year's class?
From our friends at @NBASportsCity - Spurs beat up on Memphis to win Game 1 of the WCF. DB bit.ly/16Bk956
Rumor: Magic among teams scheduled to bring free-agent forward Gani Lawal in for a workout. sbn.to/15ZHmOB
CSKA Moscow score 49 points and blow Game 3 of VTB playoffs: vtb-league.com/en/news/krasny…
Early flights from the West Coast, good cause u get home for the day which u can then waste taking a nap to catch up from the lost sleep
Western Conference Final, Game 1: Spurs beat Grizzlies 105-83. SA: Parker 20+9ass MEM: Marc Gasol 15+7, Conley 14+8ass
DX NBA Combine Interviews: Cody Zeller, Kelly Olynyk, Jackie Carmichael, Trevor Mbakwe draftexpress.com/article/NBA-Co…
Remember, we're about 3.5 hours away from Kobe's "surprise announcement." Here's what we know so far: bit.ly/YRRmUI
Pop in playoff presser mode: “Am I supposed to agree or disagree, or was there a question there?”
*sees Zach Randolph finished with only two points; doesn't bother trying to find out score, bc that says more than enough*
Quick reaction: Spurs completely dominate Grizzlies in Game 1 of Western Conference Finals. cbsprt.co/19RQBwu
Game 1 in the books. Spurs 105, Memphis 83. Spurs take 1-0 lead. Pop is going to be insufferable for the next two days.
Griz lose series opener for 3rd straight time. But this one different than Clips, Thunder. #SpursvGrizzlies
Heat stars offended by Frank Vogel remark even if there seems little offensive about it. Story at foxsportsflorida.com/nba/miami-heat…
May have read one Cinderella story too many: This was like her gown turned to rags at 9 pm, as prince asked her to dance. #SpursvGrizzlies
Grizzlies beat two teams that mostly play offense on one side of the floor. Spurs are the antithesis of that. Major adjustment.
It's one game. No question. But you knew Clips wouldn't keep outrebounding Griz, like they did in Game 1. Not their game. This IS Spurs game
Tim Duncan and Zach Randolph have combined for 8 points. Spurs didn't need a big game from Duncan
The Phillies say Ryan Howard is not traveling with the team. He will have an MRI in Philadelphia & will join the team later in the afternoon
More research by @danmccarneysaen shows Griz didn't give up 14 3's once last season, either
The length of Green and Leonard was a huge key today. They have the skills Pop's offense needs without being undersized. Huge.
If done as it appears, @memgrizz Zach Randolph finishes with season-low 2 points on 1of8 shooting and no FTs.Was averaging 19.7 ppg playoffs
Griz had not given up 14 3-pointers once this season; Spurs now 14-26 from range (hat tip to @danmccarneysaen
Patty Mills goes ahead of Z-Bo on today's scoring list with his 3. #SpursvGrizzlies
Well Grizzlies fans, just remember they lost game 1 of the other 2 series. Just one game, must adjust though. Way too many open threes
Spurs 4th in the league in three-point shooting percentage in the regular season, tied with the Knicks. Not a random occurrence.
Two Grizz adjustments: switch the wing rotation, improve positioning to take away initial pass when they trap the p&r.
The pursuit of TMac's first post-first round playoff points continues for the final 6 1/2 minutes. #SpursvGrizzlies
For my bros in SA: Anyone willing to sustain a fracture or two to retire, ask Pop if they have series in hand after game. #SpursvGrizzlies
T-Mac for Kawhi Leonard ... and the crowd goes wild ... not for Kawhi, who has 18, but for T-Mac #GoFigure
Spurs have that "thank goodness we don't have to chase Curry and Thompson around anymore" vibe to their game today.
Question I'm wondering: How well would athletic Heat defense deal with Spurs system/ball movement?
I continue to see no good reason for this Grizzlies lineup, on either side of the ball.
... Note to Grizzlies: The whole, "flop in Game 1, then recover to win series" thing is a less viable option as the rounds move along.
Problem for Grizzlies is neither Clippers or OKC did good job of sticking with system after first option failed. They will adjust.
I really didn't think the Grizz could score enough points to beat San Antonio. So far, that's the problem for Memphis. I expect the rest of the series to be a possession-by-possession bloodfest, but ...
The FELA musical was spectacular and the Winspear is a great place to take something like that in...that was a damn fine Sunday afternoon
ZBo finally scores with putback @ 9:29 mark in 4th. season low is 3 vs nyk march 27
Randolph starts Western Conference finals 38 minutes after everyone else, gets tip-in for first hoop. #SpursvGrizzlies
9:26, Z-Bo with first basket of the Western Conference finals. Those of who who had the under win.
I understand why they built the San Antonio arena away from the Riverwalk, but still don't like it.
Notice how after the first option doesn't pan out for the Spurs they go to a second set with other options. Knicks just went isolation Melo.
That drive by Parker was a walk in any playground, gym and arena outside San Antonio
Teams leading 2-0 in best-of-7 #NHL semifinals series are 70-7 all-time in those series, according to whowins.com #NYRBos
And now Austin Daye is in? Why would you play a lineup with four smalls and RANDOLPH as your rim protector?
So as Austin Daye prepares to enter game, all Griz have played but Jon Leuer. And just you wait.
Keyon Dooling: -6 in 4 minutes. Tony Wroten: -4 in 1 minute. So yeah, I'd give Bayless another shot. Or play Conley 48 minutes.
Doris Burke gets Restrained Pop Treatment. Doesn't actually roll eyes but gives two-word answer, turns on his heel, leaves. #SpursvGrizzlies
Bobcats Charlotte Hornets name change NBA Michael Jordan - WBTV 3 wbtv.com/story/22287114…
Five years after getting blasted over Pau Gasol trade, Grizzlies are in the West finals. Did Memphis win the trade? sheridanhoops.com/2013/05/19/sh-…
#hardwork coach #Pop on how they have been able to hold #ZBo scoreless. #thefundamentals
Coming out of quarter break, Grizzlies apparently run something that's news to Lionel Hollins, who slams scorer's table in frustration.
Stop harping on Z-Bo being scoreless. It’s his entire game that’s off. Duncan only has 4 points but has 10 rebs, 4 ssts, 2 blocks.
Humberto Quintero headed to Miami with the Phillies. Chooch staying in Miami for an MRI on his hamstring. No decision on DL yet.
When Bayless passed that ball to Tony on the wing with 15 left on clock, Hollins wheeled and smacked the scorer's table.
Teenage boys all over the world who've had flirtations last longer than Grizzlies cutting lead to 6. SA by 16 again. #SpursvGrizzlies
Only Grizzlies player w/ a positive plus-minus is Ed Davis (+5), who saw only 5 minutes of action.
Tricky to know the moment to know you got most out of bench guys, but safe to say it was when lead got cut to 6. Disaster after that
Cliff Lee was wearing a t-shirt that read, "Don't worry, be Charlie." Always sound advice.
Pacers playoffs: Miami's LeBron James takes exception to something Pacers coach Frank Vogel didn't even say indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dll/…
Guy staggering around vainly trying to catch beach balls dropped from catwalk. At first, I thought it was Z-Bo.
Spoelstra: Last season's playoff Heat wouldn't be good enough against this season's Pacers sunsent.nl/10eIj14 plus other Heat notes.
Griz were supposed to hold for final shot but get a wild Wroten shot, foul and gift the Spurs 2 more points. End of 3Q: Griz trail 73-57
Now I get why Bonner played so little during regular season. Pop saving him for the playoffs. #roberthorrytreatment
Pau Gasol tweeted his thoughts on Game 1 of the WCF, which features his younger brother Marc. bit.ly/112Bf95
Might be time for Hollins to consider starting Pondexter and saving Tony Allen for guarding Manu. Bayless can be backup PG.
FYI Matt Bonner has also played in Italy early in his career, with Messina in 2003-04: 19.2ppg and 9.3 shooting with 36.2% from the arc
Huge, huge, huge quarter close for Spurs. After lead cut to six, an 11-1 run. Lead up to 73-57 heading to 4Q.
Nevermind, Manu didn't decline the ball screen. Diaw snuck around at the last minute to beat Memphis' coverage.
In pregame presser, Pop responds thoughtfully when asked if he tells his team about Griz comebacks: "No."
Horrible end to the quarter. Terrible clock management by Wroten. And last play, they cheated and Manu declined the screen for a layup.
Here's on for you: Red Mamba (12) is outscoring Duncan and Ginobili combined and SA up by a dozen. #SpursvGrizzlies
10, De Rosario's got good eyes going forward so far, and DeLeon cracked one from distance, forced punch save by Nielsen. #DCU
You know how kids always think of their teachers as robots who cease to exist during the summer? I've always viewed Matt Bonner that way.
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