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FILE - In this May 4, 2018, file photo, Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) defends against Houston Rockets center Clint Capela (15) during the first half in Game 3 of an NBA basketball second-round playoff series in Salt Lake City. The league is taking notice that Capela is one of the pivotal pieces to Houston’s success as the team prepares for its showdown with Golden State in the Western Conference finals starting Monday. “What he does is as good or better than anybody in the league without a doubt,” coach Mike D’Antoni said. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)

Houston’s Capela develops into pivotal player for Rockets

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri listens during an NBA basketball news conference after the firing of head coach Dwane Casey, Friday, May 11 , 2018, in Toronto. (Chris Young/The Canadian Press via AP)

Raptors fire coach Dwane Casey after another sweep by Cavs

By IAN HARRISON - Associated Press

Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri arrives for an NBA basketball news conference after the firing of head coach Dwane Casey, Friday, May 11 , 2018, in Toronto. (Chris Young/The Canadian Press via AP)

On Basketball: Casey’s firing means good isn’t good enough

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

In this Thursday, May 3, 2018 photo, Atlanta Hawks CEO Steve Koonin stands in a mock up of a suite as talks about improvements the team is making to the Phillips Arena in Atlanta. Koonin says thousands have already taken the tour, promoting the arena on large video screens as an entertainment venue for basketball games, concerts and events. The tour offers a before-and-after look at the various amenities from the 360-degrees concourse, barber shop, fantasy golf area, and premium seating areas with couches and cabanas. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Hawks offer glimpse of renovated arena with virtual tour

By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. - Associated Press

James Borrego speaks to the media, as Charlotte Hornets President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Mitch Kupchak listens, after Borrego was introduced as the new head coach of the Charlotte Hornets during an NBA basketball news conference in Charlotte, N.C., on Friday, May 11, 2018. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Borrego ready to coach Hornets team with existing roster

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown reacts after hitting a 3-pointer against the Philadelphia 76ers during the third quarter of Game 5 of an NBA basketball playoff series in Boston, Wednesday, May 9, 2018. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) **FILE**

Cavaliers, Celtics, Warriors, Rockets not likely to disappoint in conference finals

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers coach Brett Brown, right, talks with guard Ben Simmons before Game 5 of the team's NBA basketball playoff series against the Boston Celtics in Boston, Wednesday, May 9, 2018. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

76ers’ future looking strong following 52-win season

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press

Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell, right, dribbles as Houston Rockets guard Gerald Green defends during the second half in Game 5 of an NBA basketball second-round playoff series, Tuesday, May 8, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Donovan Mitchell remains key as Jazz head into offseason

By JOHN COON - Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 20, 2018, file photo, Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul (3) shoots in front of Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) during the second half of an NBA basketball game, in Houston. The buildup to this Golden State-Houston matchup in the Western Conference finals started in February, when Draymond Green had some pointed comments. Or in October, when the Rockets beat the Warriors on ring night. Or in June, when Chris Paul got traded. Whatever the case, the series that everyone in the NBA apparently wanted to see is about to happen. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke, File) **FILE**

Warriors-Rockets is the series everyone wanted

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

FILE - This 2012 file photo shows Rick Brunson. The Minnesota Timberwolves said Tuesday, May 8, 2018, that assistant coach Rick Brunson has resigned amid reports that women had accuse him of improper conduct. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton, File)

Timberwolves assistant coach Rick Brunson resigns

By AMY FORLITI - Associated Press

File-This April 28, 2018, file photo shows Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green, top, defending against New Orleans Pelicans' Rajon Rondo during the first half in Game 1 of an NBA basketball second-round playoff series in Oakland, Calif. Rondo and Green both have won NBA titles and neither has ever been known to shy away from conflict on the court. Now their combustible convergence in the playoffs is providing spicy subplot to the Western Conference semifinal series between New Orleans and Golden State.(AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)

Rondo, Green serve up spicy subplot in NBA playoffs

By BRETT MARTEL - Associated Press

FILE - In this Aug. 24, 2013, file photo, Washington Redskins cheerleaders run out of a tunnel before an NFL preseason football game against the Buffalo Bills in Landover, Md. The Redskins say they're concerned by allegations made by cheerleaders in a New York Times article about a trip to Costa Rica for a photo shoot in 2013. Team president Bruce Allen said in a statement Thursday, May 3, 2018, that the organization is immediately looking into the situation. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)

Column: Time’s up for cheerleaders/dancers at NFL, NBA games

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 4, 2018, file photo, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, center, poses for photographs with gamers at the NBA 2K League draft in New York. The league is staging the opening tournament this week of its NBA 2K League, hoping to cash in on the combination of the global popularity of basketball and the burgeoning business of esports.(AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File)

Game on! NBA makes esports entry with NBA 2K League debut

By BRIAN MAHONEY - Associated Press

AP sources: Hornets begin narrowing coaching search

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) shoots against the Toronto Raptors during the second half of Game 2 of an NBA basketball playoffs second-round series Thursday, May 3, 2018, in Toronto. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)

James scores 43 as Cavs beat Raptors 128-110 in Game 2

By IAN HARRISON - Associated Press

NCAA VP for hoops Gavitt meeting with coach about reform

By RALPH D. RUSSO - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 24, 2018, file photo, Memphis Grizzlies interim head coach J.B. Bickerstaff reacts in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Lakers in Memphis, Tenn. The Grizzlies have decided to take the interim tag off and keep J.B. Bickerstaff around as their head coach.(AP Photo/Brandon Dill, File)

Bickerstaff: Grizzlies will rebound from 60-loss season

Associated Press

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James celebrates after the Cavaliers defeated the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of an NBA basketball playoffs Eastern Conference semifinal, Tuesday, May 1, 2018, in Toronto. (Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press via AP)

James has triple-double, Cavs beat Raptors in OT in Game 1

By IAN HARRISON - Associated Press

Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier (12) celebrates his three-point shot against the Philadelphia 76ers in the first quarter of Game 1 of an NBA basketball second-round playoff series, Monday, April 30, 2018, in Boston. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Rozier (29 pts), Tatum (28) help Celtics beat 76ers 117-101

By JIMMY GOLEN - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 21, 2018, file photo, Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Tom Thibodeau directs his team against the Houston Rockets in the first half during Game 3 of an NBA basketball first round playoff series in Minneapolis. Thibodeau will enter his third season with the Wolves, focused on trying to help the team improve 3-point shooting and defense. (AP Photo/Jim Mone, File)

Wolves can be proud of playoffs; road to return has potholes

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press