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Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic drives as Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

James’ triple double, Davis lead Lakers past Nuggets 120-116

By ARNIE STAPLETON - Associated Press

Los Angeles Clippers head coach Doc Rivers talks to his players during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Los Angeles, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)

Chicagoans: City not just NBA host, it’s the Mecca of hoops

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) brings the ball up court during the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Jennifer Hudson set for Kobe Bryant tribute at All-Star Game

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) looks to pass as Golden State Warriors guard Andrew Wiggins (22) defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Booker to replace Lillard at All-Star, 3-point contest

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) shoots against the Phoenix Suns during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)

At All-Star Game, Africa’s potential will be showcased

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

The Los Angeles Lakers honor the late Kobe Bryant by laying out t-shirts for fans prior to an NBA game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Staples Center Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, in Los Angeles. Bryant, the 18-time NBA All-Star who won five championships and became one of the greatest basketball players of his generation during a 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, died in a helicopter crash Sunday. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)

All-Star Weekend nears, and Kobe will be at the forefront

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) shoots over Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in, Orlando, Fla., Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/Willie J. Allen Jr.)

Giannis just misses triple-double, Bucks beat Magic 111-95

By FRED GOODALL - Associated Press

New Minnesota Timberwolves NBA basketball player D'Angelo Russell, left, chats with Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns after Russell was introduced at a news conference, Friday, Feb. 7, 2020, in Minneapolis, following a trade that sent Timberwolves' Andrew Wiggins to the Golden State Warriors. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

Russell, T-wolves ‘feel the love’ in star pairing with Towns

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

New Minnesota Timberwolves NBA basketball player D'Angelo Russell, center, holds his new jersey between President of Basketball Operations Gersson Rosas, left, and head coach Ryan Saunders during his introduction to the media, Friday, Feb. 7, 2020, in Minneapolis, following a trade that sent Timberwolves' Andrew Wiggins to the Golden State Warriors. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

Warriors GM Myers makes tough call to trade away roster

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond pulls down a rebound during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Phoenix Suns, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Bigger, better? Cavs acquire C Andre Drummond from Pistons

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors guard D'Angelo Russell (0) drives next to Brooklyn Nets guard Caris LeVert (22) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020, in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

Hectic end to the NBA’s trade window, but some teams sat out

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo reacts as he dunks during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020, in Milwaukee. The Bucks won 112-101. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Antetokounmpo shines as Bucks defeat 76ers 112-101

By CHARLES F. GARDNER - Associated Press

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra watches during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers, Monday, Feb. 3, 2020, in Miami. The Heat won 137-106. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Heat, Grizzlies complete trade sending Iguodala to Miami

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors guard D'Angelo Russell (0) drives next to Brooklyn Nets guard Caris LeVert (22) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020, in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

Nets crush Warriors 129-88 in Russell’s return to Brooklyn

By BRIAN MAHONEY - Associated Press

Washington Wizards forward Davis Bertans (42) stands on the court during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors, Monday, Feb. 3, 2020, in Washington. The Warriors won 125-117. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) ** FILE **

Davis Bertans selected to All-Star 3-point contest

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson goes to the basket between Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) and center Brook Lopez (11) in the first half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2020. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Giannis has 34 points, 17 rebounds as Bucks top Pelicans

By BRETT MARTEL - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors' D'Angelo Russell (0) passes as Cleveland Cavaliers' Darius Garland (10) watches in the second half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

Eyes on Russell, Iguodala, more as NBA trade deadline nears

By BRIAN MAHONEY - Associated Press

Friday Sports in Brief

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

FILE - In this Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020 photo, Doug Young, a teammate of Kobe Bryant at Lower Merion High School, speaks during a news conference at the school in Ardmore, Pa. Lower Merion, the school Bryant led to a state championship, is expected to have a big tribute for the late Lakers star when the team plays its first home game on Saturday, Feb. 1, since his death. (Jenna Miller/The News Journal via AP)

Kobe Bryant’s high school coach reflects on losing his hero

By JEFF NEIBURG - Associated Press

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Andrew Wiggins, left, drives to the basket again Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)

Leonard goes for 31, Clippers beat Timberwolves 118-106

By BETH HARRIS - Associated Press