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Friday, May 17

Josh Newman

Woodson on Pacers PG injuries: "We gotta continue to keep the pressure up and make it a battle, because that's what it's gonna be."

Tommy Dee

A coach's job is put his players in situations to succeed.Woodson did that last night thanks to a key wrinkle theknicksblog.com/knicks/flex-ap… #knicks

Brian May

Mayor press conference starting now

Jared Zwerling

Woodson: "We played a different rotation last night and it worked." #Knicks

Gary Lee

Just got our advanced copy of the @PhilJackson11 book AND some great news about his upcoming event in LA http://t.co/PZJIw7ewAV

Josh Newman

Second question and Woodson got a little testy. We're off and running

Frank Isola

Mike Wooson on Jason Kidd and Amar'e Stoudemire: "Those two guys just have to be ready to play. At this point it's just about winning."

Josh Newman

Woodson on Kidd/Amar'e: "Those two guys just have to be ready to play. At this point, it's about winning."

Kevin Pelton

Going on with Luke Burbank on @973FMSeattle to discuss what's next in bringing the NBA back to Seattle: bit.ly/UB9sVA

Jon Santiago

Seen several #SacKings employees here in attendance as well. You can imagine how they feel today.

Ric Bucher

…Ranadive, who saved the day for the most noble of reasons: to honor a place that played a big role in his success.

Jerry Zgoda

Just FYI: Wolves have talked to Maryland C Alex Len but not Indiana's Cody Zeller here in Chicago

Zach Lowe

Is there anything Jon Hamm can't do? newsok.com/oklahoma-city-…

Ric Bucher

…Kings. That's what I was led to believe. I'm happiest for those in Sacramento who remain employed because the team is staying and Vivek...

Dan Steinberg

Frank Herzog has a letter to the editor in today's Post wapo.st/13t8xu2

Brian May

Crowd at city hall is already loud & Mayor's not even here yet.

Frank Isola

George Hill had 26 points in Game 4. And he can defend. But he's not a factor? Come on now.

Jon Santiago

Large crowd gathered at City Hall for #sackings presser. http://t.co/Ie4ozl3fUp

Chad Ford

Jackie Carmichael. 30" standing vert. 32" max vert.

Ric Bucher

For those who care: I was wrong. For those unaware: I did a radio bit suggesting the Maloofs would be slow to relinquish control over the…

Chris Vernon

Send @Marc Stein the 3 downtown restaurants to go to eat (no bbq).

Frank Isola

So yes, Copeland was terrific, J.R. made a shot and Melo scored in the 4th Q. But no Granger, no Hill, 14 missed free throws & 19 turnovers.

Steve Kyler

I am SOOOO finished with the Seattle stuff... I am moving on... No more answers to Seattle tweets

Brian May

Crowd at city hall waiting for @Kevin Johnson press conference. We are livestreaming on news10.net http://t.co/TphbARnlYs

Mike Bresnahan

Wrote this story last week about Lakers free-agent possibilities this summer. Don't hold your breath... latimes.com/sports/basketb…

Frank Isola

Seriously, the Pacers are already playing without Danny Granger. If George Hill is out, they're not winning.

Josh Newman

For the record: Knicks conference call waiting music > Nets conference call waiting music.

Frank Isola

Amazing how J.R.'s impact in Game 5 was overblown while George Hill's absence was underplayed. One guy went 4-for-11, the other didn't play

Kevin Pelton

The Kings are staying in Sacramento. Now what? Key decisions ahead for the new ownership group: es.pn/186efXd ($)

David Mayo

Oladipo sprint was 3.25, McLemore's was 3.27. And Cody Zeller's was 3.15. #whoknew

Pete Pranica

Thrilled to tell #GrizzNation that Grlzzlies Live is expanding AND going on the road! Full broadcast schedule/times to be released later.

Frank Isola

How is Super Mario not asked about J.R. Smith? RT‏@GrantWahl A rare Mario Balotelli interview in English with CNN edition.cnn.com/2013/05/17/spo…

Jason Lloyd

Indiana teammates Oladipo & Cody Zeller competing in everything. Zeller's sprint time 3.15, Oladipo's 3.16. "Let's go again," Oladipo said

Jeff McDonald

Thumbnail of WCF matchup: Grizz play great defense, so they'll be in every game; Grizz can't shoot, so Spurs will be in every game. Fair?

Mark Woods

ODI (Grange). Scotland (135) lose to Pakistan (231-7) by 96 runs

Chris Mannix

Bills coach Tom Thibodeau is at the combine. Someone should tell Thibs it's OK to take a day off

Eric Neel

Phil (in new book) says MJ had leadership edge on Kobe: ow.ly/l8KUG

Jason Quick

Saric is considered a lottery pick, but he is not at the Chicago combine

Chris Haynes

Here ya go. MT List of #NBACombine participants measurements: Height, Weight, Wingspan, Standing Reach, Body Fat, etc csnnw.com/blog/blazers-t…

Jeff McDonald

The LuAnn Platter. That's what they call the special at Luby's. Should have remembered: There's a King of the Hill character named after it.

John Schuhmann

I tried to get straight to the point: on.nba.com/10D1Nbb Hill's absence is a game-changer.

Jeff Zillgitt

Without knowing severity of George Hill's concussion, hard to predict timetable for return. Some have missed several games; some just one.

Tim Kawakami

But speaking of high-volume SGs... My understanding is 1 of Vivek Ranadive's favorite recent GSW players was... Monta Ellis. Just a note.

Chad Ford

Oladipo 3.25 sec & McLemore 3.27 similar sprint scores. Oladipo 10.69 much better than McLemore 11.87 on agility drill #NBACombine

Earl K. Sneed

NBA Combine Day 2: Carlisle, @DallasMavs search for experienced prospects on.nba.com/16qURGS

Lang Greene

Man, these talking heads have people really believing the HEAT's 45-3 run isn't an impressive feat.

Sean Deveney

Throwin' Elbows: NBA erred in Sacramento sentimentality aol.sportingnews.com/nba/story/2013…

Jason Quick

On the same trip that Olshey made to France in late April to scout Gobert, he stopped in Croatia to scout 6-10 SF Dario Saric.

Royce Young

A high quality explanation why amnestying Kendrick Perkins doesn't make a ton of sense: bit.ly/18Qm4kZ

Jason Quick

By the way, the French center Gobert says his goal is to be a top 7 pick. Not sure that's going to happen.

Josh Newman

The list of participants is not official yet, but Ricky Ledo was on the initial list I got a look at. He's a guy who will command attention

Sam Amico

Based on NBA Combine, draft stock of Indiana guys Cody Zeller and Victor Oladipo flying high. Same with Michigan's Tim Hardaway Jr.

Sean Deveney

I asked #Kentucky F Nerlens Noel about his lack of an agent. Said he's still interviewing and expects to pick one next week.

Tom Ziller

Borrowing this from a @sactownroyalty commenter: Merry Vivekmas, everyone!

Chad Ford

Brandon Paul. 33.5" standing vert. 39.5" max vert. #NBACombine

Eric Neel

Pretty hard not to like the way this guy goes about it: ow.ly/l8JMC

Jason Lloyd

Len unable to do ht/wt measurements because he's still on crutches. Wingspan is 7-3 1/2. He's hopeful to be back on court mid/late Aug

Josh Newman

The key thing the two-day Nets Draft workout will provide next week is the opportunity to see those guys go live 5-on-5, not just drills.

Mary Schmitt Boyer/Jodie Valade

NBA source says #Cavs have hired Phil Handy for Mike Brown's staff. Handy was with Lakers last year.

Joseph Goodman

Story on resiliency and Dwyane Wade: "This is my life. I'm not supposed to be at this podium right now." hrld.us/XCncDd

Chad Ford

Archie Goodwin. 30" standing vert. 36" max vert. #NBADraftCombine

Jason Lloyd

Len didn't play bkball til 13, said he liked watching Zydrunas Ilgauskas & sees similarities in their games. Also similar to Valanciunas

Mike Monroe

Duncan tells @JmcDonald_SAEN 'this run is speal' expressnews.com/sports/spurs/a…

Chris Vernon

comin up next - @Marc Stein on Grizz/Spurs, etc - listen live - player.tritonmedia.com/entercom/#WMFS…

Lang Whitaker

NBA Style: Conan O'Brien Edition wp.me/p14ch1-2Pf

Chris Haynes

Duke C Mason Plumlee, 23, says him staying four years shouldn't be a factor, adding #Blazers G @Damian Lillard proved everybody wrong.

Paul Coro

Victor Oladipo didn't believe IU teammate Cody Zeller ran the 3/4 sprint faster until he heard his time. Then he said, "Let's do it again."

Roland Lazenby

Interesting dilemma for Phil Jackson. The teams he wants are the ones he can't have.

Jason Quick

Plumlee touted his length and athleticism. "I'd like to be with a team that likes to get out and run," Plumlee said.

Roland Lazenby

It seems the Sacramento Kings have finally defeated Phil Jackson in a game that mattered. Who knows, though?

Sean Deveney

Cody Zeller was asked abt his brother Tyler moving up in last yr's draft when he returned to Indiana: "I haven't seen any of that money yet"

Vincent Goodwill

No longer being recruited, Hardaway Jr. and McCallum have to quell doubts and sell themselves to NBA teams: detne.ws/14ca8qI

Geoff Calkins

All Memphis media got an email this morning entitled: "NBA Finals Media Credential Application." Used to be lottery credentials.

Lang Greene

Former California guard Allen Crabbe discusses where he slots in draft. Outside shooting will be his niche in the L po.st/70KsZC

Jason Quick

Duke C Mason Plumlee said he believes he will workout with the Blazers. "I'm a guy who is ready to come in and play right away," he said.

Bob Finnan

Maryland center Alex Len said he'll meet with Cavs today. He's on crutches.

Kurt Helin

Nowitzki’s immortal one-legged fadeaway focus of new NBA Playoffs ad (VIDEO) dlvr.it/3Ng4d9

Mike Prada

Why was Tim Duncan benched, and why did it work? A Prada's Pictures analysis. sbn.to/14cqhws

Bill Simmons

I think I'm most excited for Gus' Fried Chicken in Memphis. How can you go wrong with a place called "Gus' Fried Chicken?"

Dave Mason

We will be airing the @Kevin Johnson presser LIVE on CBS Sports 1140 starting around 10 a.m.

Jorge Sierra

Rumors: Copeland seeking Steve Novak money? po.st/gOAydV

Rob Mahoney

Look for my piece on Mark Jackson in this week's Sports Illustrated, which coincidentally doubles as a postmortem on the Warriors' season.

Bob Finnan

Maryland center Alex Len said he'll have meeting with the Cavs today

Chad Ford

Tim Hardaway Jr. 31.5" standing vert. 37.5" max vert. He's having a very good day.

Micah Hart

Today's #ATLHawks trivia - Who scored more overall points during the regular season - Josh Smith or Al Horford? Answer in 45 minutes.

Jared Zwerling

Hey guys, sorry for the delay (some technical issues) ... I'm chatting here now -- espn.go.com/sportsnation/n… #Knicks

Tom Haberstroh

I was thinking athletic events but also would like to see who could transcribe a 15-minute interview the fastest. Prob @Jonathan Abrams.

Mary Schmitt Boyer/Jodie Valade

7-1 Alex Len will talk to #Cavs today and 7-0 Colton Iverson's likely to work out for them at a later date

Trey Kerby

#TBJ / Ep. 989: WC Finals, Scoops, Mascots dlvr.it/3Ng0js

Alex Kennedy

Former South Dakota State star Nate Wolters has a hip flexor so he'll only be doing upper body testing today at the combine.

Bill Simmons

Thx for all the food recs in SA + Mem everybody. Looks like the words "healthy" and "gluten-free" will not be in my West Finals future.

Dan Steinberg

This is the best photo ever taken of Smokin' Al Koken wapo.st/12AxUME

Kevin Nielsen

RT: @Gery Woelfel Add Gonzaga center Kelly Olynyk to list of players the Bucks have interviewed at pre-draft camp.

Chad Ford

Draft Blog: NBA Draft Combine notes from Day 1. insider.espn.go.com/nba/blog/_/nam… (insider)

Gery Woelfel

Add Gonzaga center Kelly Olynyk to list of players the Bucks have interviewed at pre-draft camp.

Kevin Nielsen

RT: @Chad Ford Kelly Olynyk. 24.5" standing vert. 29.5" max vert. 3.59 sec sprint. 11.42 lane agility.

Chad Ford

Ben McLemore. 32.5" standing vert. 42" max vert. Very similar to Oladipo. #NBADraftCombine

Steve Kyler

For everyone in Seattle... this wasn't about you. It was about Sacramento, and Sacramento answered...

Chad Ford

Kelly Olynyk. 24.5" standing vert. 29.5" max vert. 3.59 sec sprint. 11.42 lane agility.

Rob Peterson

When do these guys run through the tackling dummies? Oh no, my professional lives have merged! #nbacombine #nflcombine

Scott Howard-Cooper

Hsd been thinking McLemore-Muhammad would be the best matchup at individual workouts. Now convinced it's Burke-Schroeder. A great show.

Chris Miller

Alex Len says in 10 years he wants to be the best player in this class. Not lacking confidence.

Tom Haberstroh

I'd pay big money to watch a sports media combine.

Josh Newman

Fran Fraschilla on probable top 2-3 pick Ben McLemore: "He doesn't have an alpha dog mentality." Ouch

Chad Ford

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope. 29" standing vert. 34.5" max vert.

Jason Quick

Gobert said he is good friends with Nic Batum and recently spent time with the Blazers forward in Paris

Craig Stouffer

No dice for #DCU trialists Simek or Sodje. There'll be more to come. It's that time of the year.

Jason Quick

Maryland center Alex Len said he has no interviews scheduled with Portland at the combine.

Chad Ford

Reggie Bullock 31" standing vert. 36.5" max vert. #NBADraftCombine

Alvaro Martin

YahooSports.com: @Micah Hart target #StanVanGundy for HC job; contact #EttoreMessina for potential opening as well.

Jason Quick

Gobert had the longest wing span at the NBA Combine 7'8.5", but was less-than-impressive in his leaping - 25 standing vertical, 29 max vert

Chad Ford

Allen Crabbe. 30.5" standing vert. 36" max vert. Surprising numbers for him.

Kevin Pelton

42-inch vertical for Victor Oladipo. Others w/42 or better, via @Jonathan Givony: N. Robinson, Claxton, Shumpert, Ewing Jr., Selby, Farmar.

Alvaro Martin

YahooSports.com: @Micah Hart interesan fichar a #StanVanGundy como DT, conversan con #EttoreMessina como alternativa.

Mike Prada

Then again, we knew Oladipo could jump and Zeller was athletic.

Derek Page

Dewayne Dedmon had the highest motor in center workouts today at the #nba draft combine. Decent shot as well. Has met with #spurs and #heat.

Tom Withers

Jam du jour: "Dragon Attack" by Queen. #brianmaycanmeltyourface

Chad Ford

Victor Oladipo with a 33" standing vert and a 42" max vert. Wow.

Rick Bonnell

Maryland center Alex Len met with the Bobcats Thursday night. He claims 10 years from now he'll be best player in 2013 draft.

John Rohde

TNT remarks from Thunder season finale bit.ly/13sYtRx

Steve Kyler

Joked with Nerlens Noel about his 206 weight... admitted he's dropped weight since the injury, would normally be in the 220 range.

Jason Quick

Blazers GM Neil Olshey flew to France to scout French center Rudy Gobert at the end of April. "I showed what I had to show," Gobert said.

David Mayo

Alex Len has nothing set up with #Pistons and wasn't too enthused when asked about them.

Howard Beck

Under policy, it's within realm of possibility that George Hill could return for Game 6. Also conceivable he could be out for weeks.

Josh Robbins

The #Magic don't have any interviews set up with Maryland C Alex Len.

Niki Bakouli

2794 λέξεις για το Λονδίνο! Τι λένε τα ξένα Μ.Μ.Ε για το φαινόμενο Ολυμπιακός eurohoops.net/el/2013/05/one…

Howard Beck

Quick note on George Hill and NBA concussion protocols: There is NO specific timeline for a player returning from concussion. Case by case.

Josh Robbins

The Magic interviewed Pitt and New Zealand big Steven Adams on Thursday night.

Steve Popper

Pablo Prigioni turns 36 today - which means he's still too young for the Knicks.

Dan Duggan

And again, why the shoes on/off measurements?! #nbacombine

Josh Newman

Mike Goodson....The Jets

Jason Lloyd

Maryland center Alex Len will meet with #Cavs today

Dan Duggan

Cody Zeller's wingspan and vertical didn't seem to help much when Cuse's bigs were going Karch Kiraly on his shot attempts.

Jimmy Spencer

Warriors future: includes video reaction and my exclusive conversation with Warriors adviser Jerry West bleacherreport.com/articles/16427… @BR_NBA

Michael Lee

Alex Len: "I think 10 years from now, I'll be the best player out of this draft." #terps

Chad Ford

Cody Zeller's standing vert of 35.5" was highest ever recorded for player 6-9 or taller in last decade. #NBADraftCombine

Tim Kawakami

Mostly, the pick would cost money. The source emphasized that GSWs haven't made any decisions. Could look for more veteran help.

Eli Savoie

We are underway on Sports 56 Middays. Lots of Grizzlies talk and @pressthepace previews the Preakness sports56whbq.com

Kevin Ding

"How Phil Jackson can still teach the Lakers": My column on Phil, his new book, Kobe and Lakers' future: bit.ly/106lVn1 ($)

Tim Kawakami

NBA source: If they choose, GSWs believe they can acquire either 1st- or 2nd round pick in this draft. They have no picks at the moment.

Howard Beck

Knicks Losing the Scrum at the 3-Point Line nyti.ms/149frY7

Howard Beck

Concussion Sidelines Pacers’ Hill nyti.ms/14xaTdy

Howard Beck

Some Relief for JR Smith, From Critics and Slump nyti.ms/14xaGXZ

Zach Lowe

To quote Ralph Wiggum, whenever I get coffee at the Dunkin Donuts in Penn Station, it tastes like burning.

Howard Beck

Teetering Knicks Gain Foothold nyti.ms/149TgRE

Mark Woods

Yahoo reporting the Atlanta Hawks could choose CSKA Moscow's Ettore Messina as their new coach.

Niki Bakouli

Once more then! @Pilar Casado of Cope Radio says: Spanoulis is a genius! Thanks for your time! eurohoops.net/2013/05/one-on…@Pilar Casado

Kurt Helin

Knicks want to keep Chris Copeland this summer, but it isn’t that simple dlvr.it/3NfjJk

Chad Ford

Jeff Withey: 26.5" standing vert. 29" max vert. 3.47 sec sprint. 12.49 agility drill. #NBADraftCombine

Mike Prada

Long post on why Pop benched Tim Duncan and why it worked coming shortly.

David Mayo

Cody Zeller does 17 reps of 185 bench. Anyone who lifts seriously will tell you bench is almost worthless move but that's a good #.

Rick Bonnell

I know Kelly has a foot injury, so he can't run right now. But 14.8% body fat? He must love that "Hot Donuts Now" sign.

Jorge Sierra

Updated: Coach openings and candidates. po.st/PU2IPT

Sean Deveney

Just saw Indiana's Cody Zeller put up 185 lbs 17 times (depending on whether they count the final one) on the press. That ain't weak.

Rick Bonnell

Duke's Ryan Kelly had by far the highest body-fat content at the NBA draft combine at 14.8%. Only 2 others were above 10%.

Ethan J. Skolnick

Check out the Positive Coaching Alliance, one of the youth sports entities that has endorsed "Raising Your Game" positivecoach.org

Chris Haynes

Duke PG Seth Curry officially stands 6' 1" without shoes, 6' 3" with shoes. He's at 9 percent body fat, highest among PGs attending combine.

David Mayo

Former #Hoosiers star Cody Zeller easily testing best among bigs. Leaping, sprinting, lane agility: If it's a decathlon, he wins.

Jeff Wade

So happy to break out the Wash/Dead Prez theme song again today. The great Ron Washington joins us at 3:00 on the Ben & Skin Show - 105.3 FM

Jonathan Givony

Ricky Ledo was great yesterday but he's struggled quite a bit today. Not shooting or defending well & seems to lack confidence. Project guy?

Kevin Pelton

What makes that unlikely for George Hill is that we don't know when his 24-hour symptom-free period will start.

Bill Simmons

My new favorite TV show: "The Baby Bachelor." Too bad they couldn't afford Chris Harrison though. es.pn/111TIg7

Chad Ford

Tim Hardaway Jr a big standout here in Day 2 in the drills. So competitive and just a pro #NBADraftCombine

Lang Greene

And with the NBA combine in full swing, I wrote about how Bobcats can't afford to whiff this year in the draft po.st/TukMq3

Niki Bakouli

Maria Pilar Casado of Cope Radio says: Spanoulis is a genius! eurohoops.net/2013/05/one-on…

David Mayo

So Rudy Gobert can't jump. When you can stand flat-footed and reach 9' 7" off the floor, with 7-8 1/2 wingspan, does it matter?

Kevin Pelton

Possible to miss only 1 game from a concussion under current NBA policy. Darrell Arthur suffered one on Friday, played Monday.

Sam Amick

In a parking lot chat with USAT, Vivek Ranadive cautions of Kings: "It's not going to be an overnight miracle." - usat.ly/15TmBnJ

Chris Herring

Knicks/Jets beat reporter life MT @DWAZ73: That moment you pick up your phone, look at Twitter & see something that makes u shake your head.

Tom Ziller

Pretty obvious name to watch for Kings GM position: Travis Schlenk from the Warriors. Vivek knows him well.

Jessica Camerato

The Celtics bench in that Game 7 in 2009: Eddie House, Stephon Marbury, Brian Scalabrine, Tony Allen, Gabe Pruitt, Mikki Moore, Bill Walker

Emiliano Carchia

Jason Kidd has not scored a single point over the past nine games for the Knicks. Jason Kidd has missed all 17 of his attempts from field

Niki Bakouli

Jorge Sierra and @Jorge Sierra are telling to Eurohoops: Respect and objections eurohoops.net/2013/05/one-on…

Chad Ford

Cody Zeller with the fastest sprint time among bigs 3.15 sec

Jessica Camerato

Four years ago today, the Orlando Magic eliminated the KG-less Boston Celtics in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Chad Ford

Kenny Kadji with a surprising 38" max vert and a 34" standing vert. Very surprising.

Sam Amico

Been having trouble spelling Combine names: It's Rudy Gobert; CJ McCollum. But until they make the NBA, I don't care. #justkiddingkids

Craig Stouffer

No setbacks for Chris Pontius this week. "Best I've felt since the injury happened." #DCU

Gary Lee

Wait . . . @DodgersNation said the Dodgers won a Series? Holy Crap . . what's going on?

Lang Greene

HOOPSWORLD's 2013 NBA Draft Combine coverage can be found here ... plenty of video interviews here for you po.st/NAg4gu

Kamenetzky Brothers

PODCAST! Where is Dwight going? If he leaves, does it bring disaster or opportunity? ow.ly/l8yUm

Earl K. Sneed

Just learned that Popeye Jones' son has a chance to be the No. 1 pick in the NHL Draft. Yeah, hockey! Who knew?

Chad Ford

Mason Plumlee with a 10.89 sec lane agility drill and a 3.29 3/4 court sprint. Good numbers. No surprise.

Chris Haynes

Gonzaga lottery bound C Kelly Olynyk stands 6' 10.75" without shoes and 7' 0" with shoes. His wingspan is 6' 9.75" and he's at 6.7 body fat.

Niki Bakouli

Simonas Baranauskas of @LithuaniaBasket thinks says: Divine intervention by Spanoulis and co! eurohoops.net/2013/05/one-on…

Josh Newman

Mike Woodson will address the media via conference call at 1 p.m. Team is off today in anticipation of Game 6 tomorrow in Indianapolis

Gary Lee

Good Morning & Congratulations to all the new 2013 Graduates celebrating a huge accomplishment today!

Jonathan Givony

Fairly long two on two half-court session here among the SGs giving us a decent chance to evaluate players' ball-handling/on-ball defense.

Niki Bakouli

Tvrtko Puljic of @SportskeNovost1 believes: True grit makes everything possible eurohoops.net/2013/05/one-on…

Jim Eichenhofer

Fan feedback: What impressed you most about New Orleans PG Brian Roberts' play during the second half of the 2012-13 season?

Chad Ford

Cody Zeller with a 37.5" max vert and a good 10.82 sec lane agility drill. Best athlete of the centers here from a testing standpoint.

Sam Amico

Cavs GM Chris Grant says he doesn't think this is weak draft. Also, expect Cavs to try to be bigger players in free agency than recent years

Niki Bakouli

Predrag Saric of @Sportski_Zurnal talks about Bartzokas’ place in history and the “miracle squad”! eurohoops.net/2013/05/one-on…

Chris Mannix

On Zeller's wingspan: 6-10 3/4 isn't great for a 7-footer, but it's nearly three inches longer than the 6-8 reported during the season.

Sean Deveney

Asked CJ McCollum and an NBA GM about sexual orientation questions in draft interviews. Both said it's not happening. aol.sportingnews.com/nba/story/2013…

Dan Steinberg

Ovechkin's face after blocking that shot in Game 6 washingtonpost.com/blogs/dc-sport…

Sean Deveney

More about the mystery tootchache suffered by Dennis Schroeder--who won't be in Treviso, raising promise questions: aol.sportingnews.com/nba/story/2013…

Chad Ford

Vander Blue and Ricky Ledo on the floor wrestling for the ball. Competition much more intense today. #NBADraftCombine

Steve Popper

Reading @torontostar stories on Mayor Ford and crackpipe video, suddenly cracking down on soda doesn't seem so bad. #atleasthealthcareisgood

Chad Ford

Mason Plumlee with a 36" max vert. Steven Adams with a 33" max vert. #NBADraftCombine

Jonathan Givony

Thing to keep in mind is there are plenty of guys in the NBA who couldn't shoot a lick between age 18-20 and developed into solid shooters.

Sam Amick

In story: A look at who Ranadive might bring from Warriors, & Chris Mullin addressing buzz that he'll be involved - usat.ly/15TmBnJ

Chad Ford

Rudy Gobert with a 25 inch standing vertical and a 29" max vert. Not great numbers.

Jonathan Givony

How B.J. Young shot 40% for 3 as a freshman is one of the world's great mysteries. He's shot the ball 100 different ways here. None working.

David Aldridge

For all those saying players could wear lifts: have everyone wear the same brand/type of shoes when being measured.

Jonathan Givony

Gotta feel for Archie Goodwin. He really can't buy a basket here in Chicago. Seems to be a mental thing at this point. He's better than this

Sam Amick

At USAT: One chapter ends & another begins for Vivek Ranadive, the new Sacramento Kings owner with much work to do- usat.ly/15TmBnJ

Larry Lage

Charles Woodson's agent tells AP Woodson will visit with Oakland on Tuesday...would've gone sooner, but he's doing charity work in Ann Arbor

Dan Steinberg

Sally Jenkins on the Caps: "Hear that sound? It’s unmistakable. It’s the sound of a losing attitude." wapo.st/13sPHTR

Chris Haynes

Without shoes UCLA lottery prospect G/F Shabazz Muhammad stands 6' 4.75". With shoes he's 6' 6.25". He's at 9 percent body fat.

Paul Coro

There is no surefire star waiting at No. 1 if the #Suns get lucky in the lottery. It's McLemore or Noel. bit.ly/15TfvQ4

Niki Bakouli

We wish happy happy birthday and a healthy and wonderful life for @DrewNicholas12

Chris Mannix

Cody Zeller isn't participating in drills but his strong measurements (wingspan, body fat, vertical) make the combine a win for him

Chad Ford

Cody Zeller with a VERY impressive 35.5" standing vertical. Wow. Mason Plumlee 30.5" standing vert

Tommy Dee

Woodson Needed To Have a Big Game and Did at the Right Time @Knicks_PR thanks to this adjustment theknicksblog.com/knicks/flex-ap…#Knicks #pacers

David Aldridge

Will ask one more time re: measurements from Pre-Draft camp--why do they bother measuring without shoes? Does anyone play without shoes?

Jonathan Givony

Allen Crabbe and Tim Hardaway Jr seem to be showing the highest skill-level in the shooting guard group. Caldwell-Pope struggling again.

Dan Steinberg

Alex Ovechkin texted this photo to the Caps team doctor to make sure he was wearing his walking boot correctly wapo.st/109b6UH

Ira Winderman

Also, Kenny Kadji: 6-8 3/4 without shoes, 6-10 with shoes (241.6 pounds)

Jorge Sierra

Pacers-Knicks in pictures. po.st/xGSCHb

Josh Robbins

Two Magic strength coaches -- Joe Rogowski and Anthony Harvey -- are helping run the tests, as are other teams' strength coaches.

Alex Kennedy

Nerlens Noel, Ben McLemore, Trey Burke and Shabazz Muhammad all believe they have a shot at being the No. 1 pick: tinyurl.com/ay9phje

Ira Winderman

Two important NBA combine numbers for Shane Larkin: Height without shoes 5-10 1/4. With shoes: 5-11 1/2. (Also, weight 170.8).

Josh Robbins

The physical tests, like the vertical jump, are underway at the NBA Draft Combine.

Niki Bakouli

Yes, Loukas Mavrokefalidis with this legendary jersey of @FCBbasket! http://t.co/xIvX9MaDO0

Chris Mannix

Seattle group could not have been any stronger. Deep pocketed, passionate owner(s). Arena deal. Disappointed, but their time will come.

Chad Ford

Steven Adams with a 28.5 inch standing vertical leap

Sam Amico

NBA Draft Combine notes from last night: Lakers, Hawks may aim for lottery pick; McCullom, Porter, Muhammad, more. tinyurl.com/axngod9

Jonathan Givony

SG crop is playing something resembling actual basketball now - 4 on 3 half-court. Unfortunately too little to draw any real conclusions...

Alex Kennedy

2013 NBA Draft Combine Measurements: tinyurl.com/b5v7q5a

Bill Simmons

Excited to spend next 2 weeks in 2 cities I've never been to: San Antonio + Memphis. Right now Dry Rub BBQ is a -130 favorite over TexMex.

Joe Kotoch

Steven Adams vertical looked really impressive from where I saw it. He can get up for a 7 footer.

Tom Ziller

The Sacramento Kings' new dawn under @Vivek. sbn.to/14bYLPA

Jonathan Givony

DX NBA Combine Interviews: Shabazz Muhammad, Glen Rice Jr, Reggie Bullock, Tim Hardaway Jr bit.ly/1099LwY

Kurt Helin

Report: “Growing sentiment” Redick not returning to Bucks dlvr.it/3Nf7t4

Doug Smith

Five minutes at NBA Draft Combine in Chicago, friend comes over, shaking his head: "Your Mayor. Wow"

Eric Koreen

Proposed book: collected first-person accounts of City Hall reporters during Ford's tenure. I'll buy 10 copies.

Sam Amico

That said, some teams don't like Oladipo's game, think he's just an athlete. Hearing Cavs one of them, although not directly from them.

Tom Ziller

.@Chris Mannix reports NBA owners offered to refund Hansen $30 million he gave to Maloofs in January. He declined. Very noble.

Jared Zwerling

Chris Copeland gives the Pacers a reason to worry ... My latest story here -- espn.go.com/blog/new-york/… #Knicks #ChrisCopeland

Eric Koreen

I believe it was @thekeenanwire who said Rob Ford isn't really into being mayor, just running for mayor. That's kind of it.

Sam Amico

Indiana G Victor Oladipo came off very well at NBA Draft Combine. Looked great in drills, strong interviews with teams, a hit w/the media.

Michael Eaves

Jason Whitlock on Billy Hunter lawsuit against Derek Fisher and the #NBA Players Association msn.foxsports.com/nba/story/bill…

Mike Finger

How old is the Axtell story? E-N called me on spring break to help cover it. And I couldn't get email at the folks' house.

Josh Newman

Steven Adams has created a bit of a buzz the last two days. Crazy to see how far he's come since arriving at ND Prep zagsblog.com/articles/futur…

Trey Kerby

#TBJ / WATCH LIVE — Ep. 989, May 17 dlvr.it/3Ndxr9

Ira Winderman

If Heat make NBA Finals, their home dates would be: Thu. June 6, Sun. June 9, Tue. June 18 and Thu. June 20. Road: June 11, 13, 16.

Arash Markazi

Congratulations to all my USC friends getting hammered at the 9-0 right now before graduation.

Emiliano Carchia

Gediminas Orelik pens a two-year deal with Lietuvos Rytas sportando.net/eng/europe/lit…

Scott Howard-Cooper

The official measurements have been released at the pre-draft combine in Chicago. Rudy Gobert, as expected, has... sulia.com/c/basketball/f…

Dan Steinberg

One Caps season ticket holder lives in Kuwait, and bought an open-ended ticket to DC for the playoffs wapo.st/19EEVwZ

Dan Steinberg

Bryce and Johnny Football are bffs twitpic.com/cr7liu (via @Cut4)

Marc Berman

Where there's Cope, there's hope. My game story. nyp.st/13AZc6O

Chris Mannix

Ownership sources agree the involvement of David Stern was critical in the process. Kings were in constant contact. Seattle group wasn't.

Chris Mannix

Sources also say that hedge fund manager Chris Hansen will not file any lawsuits in relation to the Kings/Seattle situation.

Chris Sheridan

With their season in the balance, the #Knicks lived to play another day because of ... Chris Copeland? sulia.com/my_thoughts/cd…

Chad Ford

Steven Adams actually shot 72% from the floor in 15 footer on Thursday.

Chris Mannix

League sources say owners offered to pay Hansen-Ballmer group the $30 million non-refundable deposit they paid the Maloofs. They declined

Roland Lazenby

Truth is, Lakers fans are mostly numb right now.

Mary Schmitt Boyer/Jodie Valade

Combine stats: Heaviest Colton Iverson 262.8, tallest Kenny Kadji 7-3, most body fat Ryan Kelly 14.8, shortest Pierre Jackson 5-10.5

Mike Finger

Notable spring/summer Texas graduates: Vince Young, Case McCoy, Austin "169 pitches" Wood, and ... Luke Axtell.

Steve Kyler

For those that care about such things... the 2013 NBA Draft Combine Measurements.... ow.ly/l8obS

Chris Sheridan

Does Kobe Bryant belong in the same breath as Michael Jordan? sulia.com/my_thoughts/5c…

Roland Lazenby

The money is great for the trust fund babies, but the Lakers always have to do a lot of splainin' about that huge TV deal. Yes, but...

Jonah Ballow

ICYMI, #Knicks stiff-arm elimination in Game 5 win: on.knicks.com/1854HLY

Roland Lazenby

When the Lakers have won big, they've always had a great player in the post. Could they find themselves without both Pau and DHo next year?

Dan Steinberg

"Barry declined to offer advice for Ford, saying that he's too focused on the residents of Ward 8." is.gd/KIaNSu

Vincent Ellis

#ESPN says "30 for 30" documentary on Bad Boys not coming until 2014. Will be produced by NBA Entertainment. #Pistons

Roland Lazenby

Woulda been good training for Jim Buss to dial people up and ask 'em for those big bucks for season tickets. That's why Jeanie's so sharp

Roland Lazenby

The Lakers season ticket sales people are dialing up folks+having interesting conversations about next year. Who'll be back+who won't.

Kurt Helin

Kevin Durant says it was not a wasted year; has good perspective on hoops, life dlvr.it/3NdnDY

Steve Bulpett

Ainge says Celts need to make major moves regardless of whether Pierce and Garnett stay. bit.ly/106Yw4Z

Dan Steinberg

Oh man, these Maryland women's lacrosse sticks wapo.st/185Y6RF

Tom Ziller

.@SBN_Ricky introduces you to Dennis Schroder, who will soon become the first German skateboarder in the NBA. sbn.to/14bND5h

Paul Coro

The #Suns coaching search began with Lindsey Hunter's interview but moves on to more likely NBA assistant coaches. bit.ly/17F4od4

Henry Abbott

Twitter game! Longest possible string of linked NBA first and last names. Example: CP3 + Paul George + George Hill = Chris Paul George Hill

Emiliano Carchia

On Jasmin Repesa, Unicaja Malaga and the Croatian NT at Eurobasket sportando.net/eng/europe/spa…

Al Iannazzone

Knicks notes: Woodson sticks with Copeland as Kidd and Stoudemire sit and watch : newsday.com/sports/basketb…

Scott Howard-Cooper

I'll say this about Shabazz: He isn't ducking the competition. Most top prospects sit out here every year. Muhammad has been on the court.

Paul Coro

A link that works for the video to UA's Solomon Hill talking at the draft combine. bit.ly/14wV3j7

Chris Sheridan

Phil Jax compares MJ and Kobe in detail, Noah says watching Rose not play difficult, Young responds to assault claim: sheridanhoops.com/2013/05/17/sh-…

Al Iannazzone

Knicks didn't want their season to end last night, and sent the series back to Indiana with 10-point win: newsday.com/sports/basketb…

Jeff Caplan

As many are noting, Spurs-Grizz reg season included key absences on both sides & a scheduling quirk. That's the NBA. Still very competitive.

Michael Eaves

Tweet your Vote @FoxSportsWest for tonight's #Angels poll! Who has the best swing in baseball? #MikeTrout #MattKemp #JoeMauer

Steven Adams continues to tantalize GM's with his potential. Having a very good two days here. His high skill level is real.

Niki Bakouli

Only in Greece! D. Giannakopoulos owner of @paobcgr was called by the sportsmanship committee. He went there today, but nobody was present

Jarrod Gillis

Spurs have the depth to give the Grizz problems. Grizz have Gasol & Randolph. Whichever asset outweighs the other should be the difference

Jonathan Givony

Teams are all over the map on Mike Muscala. Some thing he's a major sleeper. Others don't think he's a NBA player at all. I like him a lot.

Tom Ziller

If you start a column on Derrick Rose with "You owed us more" (my.chicagotribune.com/#section/-1/ar…) I'm going to go ahead and close the tab.

Jeff McDonald

Tony Parker made more 3-point shots than 2-point shots last night. No way that's happened before.

Jonathan Givony

Jeff Withey clearly more of a 5 on 5 guy. Body doesn't look great compared to other big men, and he hasn't been so impressive in the drills.

Emiliano Carchia

Spahija for Croatian NT? Repesa: 'He is available and he is ready to take the national team. He is a great coach'