Basketball

NBA referee Scott Wall diagnosed with leukemia, receiving treatment

NEW YORK (AP) — NBA referee Scott Wall was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia earlier this year and is in treatment, the National Basketball Referees Association announced Wednesday. All referees will be using a whistle marked with the No.

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Spurs coach Gregg Popovich had a stroke earlier this month, is expected to make full recovery

Basketball Hall of Famer Gregg Popovich has been away from the team because he suffered a mild stroke earlier this month, the San Antonio Spurs announced Wednesday.

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Jaxson Hayes sprains ankle in practice, leaving the Lakers thin at center behind Anthony Davis

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Lakers backup center Jaxson Hayes sprained his left ankle during practice, and he won't play when they host the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night. The Lakers said the injury occurred Tuesday.

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NBPA reaches Kyle Singler's family after cryptic Instagram video draws concern

The National Basketball Players Association has connected with former Duke star and NBA player Kyle Singler's family after he said he fears for his life in a cryptic Instagram video he posted on Tuesday.

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Klay Thompson returns to cheers from some 400 Warriors employees

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Klay Thompson exited the team bus then beamed as he strolled back into Chase Center on Tuesday night, greeted by some 400 cheering Warriors employees who lined up along his path to the Dallas locker room to show their love and ap

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Orlando faces Indiana, seeks 6th straight home win

Indiana Pacers (5-5, fifth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Orlando Magic (6-6, third in the Eastern Conference) Orlando, Florida; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Pacers -2.5; over/under is 226.