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NBA refs can rule reckless closeouts as flagrants or techs

By BRIAN MAHONEY - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 3, 2016, file photo, Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle reacts to a call during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Chicago Bulls in Dallas. From the start of last season to the start of this season, not a single NBA team has changed coaches. That's an unprecedented run of retention and an obvious source of pride for coaches across the league as the first practices of the season get set to occur this weekend. (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)

An NBA first: Every coach who started last season is back

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

Heat sign 3-year jersey deal with Ultimate Software

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NBA players Markieff, left, and Marcus Morris arrive at Superior Court for the second day of their aggravated assault trial, Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017, in Phoenix. The twins, along with Gerald Bowman, are charged with assaulting Erik Hood outside a recreation center in 2015 in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

The Latest: Lawyers press victim about assets of NBA twins

By Associated Press - Associated Press

NBA players Markieff, left, and Marcus Morris arrive at Superior Court for the second day of their aggravated assault trial, Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017, in Phoenix. The twins, along with Gerald Bowman, are charged with assaulting Erik Hood outside a recreation center in 2015 in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Man accusing Morris brothers of beating him testifies

By Clarice Silber - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 19, 2016, file photo, Washington Wizards forward Markieff Morris, left, and Detroit Pistons forward Marcus Morris talk on the court after an NBA basketball game in Washington. A trial will begin for NBA players Marcus and Markieff Morris, who allegedly assaulted a man outside a Phoenix recreation center two years ago. Maricopa County Superior Court officials announced the trial's upcoming jury selection will start Wednesday morning, Sept. 13, 2017. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File) **FILE**

The Latest: Lawyers for NBA twins question prosecutor’s case

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Pelicans add free-agent guard Tony Allen to the roster

By BRETT MARTEL - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 21, 2010, file photo, Stephon Marbury of China North team drives the ball down the court against Liu Wei of China South team, during the China Basketball Association's all-star game in Beijing. Marbury hopes to finish off his basketball career back in the NBA. The 40-year-old guard is playing in the Chinese Basketball Association this season for the Beijing Fly Dragons and then when the league ends in February or March he wants to join an NBA franchise. (AP Photo/Gemunu Amarasinghe, File)

Marbury hopes to finish off career back in NBA

By DOUG FEINBERG - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 19, 2016, file photo, Washington Wizards forward Markieff Morris, left, and Detroit Pistons forward Marcus Morris talk on the court after an NBA basketball game in Washington. A trial will begin for NBA players Marcus and Markieff Morris, who allegedly assaulted a man outside a Phoenix recreation center two years ago. Maricopa County Superior Court officials announced the trial's upcoming jury selection will start Wednesday morning, Sept. 13, 2017. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File) **FILE**

The Latest: Trial begins for NBA players accused of assault

By Associated Press - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 28, 2016, file photo, Los Angeles Lakers forward Kobe Bryant (24) walks onto the court during the team's NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City. The Lakers announced Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017, that they will retire Bryant’s No. 8 and No. 24 in a ceremony Dec. 18 during their game against Golden State. Bryant wore No. 8 from 1996 to 2006, when he switched to No. 24 for the remainder of his 20-year career with the Lakers. He will be the 10th player honored by the Lakers with a jersey retirement, and the first to have two retired numbers. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File) **FILE**

Kobe Bryant’s 2 jersey numbers to be retired by Lakers in December

By Greg Beacham - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 13, 2017, file photo, Charlotte Hornets' Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (14) dunks past Philadelphia 76ers' Robert Covington (33) in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C. Hornets coach Steve Clifford emphatically threw his support behind Kidd-Gilchrist, saying the often criticized small forward is a key member of the team and will continue to start. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

Hornets’ Clifford throws full support behind Kidd-Gilchrist

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

The African basketball championship: Unique and entertaining

By KEN MAGUIRE - Associated Press

Group seeking Seattle NBA team says it would build 2 arenas

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Pacers owner denies report about possibly suing Lakers

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Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton, left and General Manager Rob Pelinka watch prospects participate in the NBA draft basketball combine Friday, May 12, 2017, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Lakers fined $500K by NBA for tampering involving George

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FILE - In this July 26, 2017, file photo, Cleveland Cavaliers chairman gestures during a press conference at he Cavaliers training facility in Independence, Ohio. Gilbert vowed Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017, to “never” move his NBA franchise from Cleveland. Earlier this week, Gilbert scrapped plans for a $140 million renovation for Quicken Loans Arena and that decision spawned speculation he might leave the city when his lease expires in 2027. (AP Photo/Phil Long, File)

Cavs owner vows to never move team from Cleveland

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Bulls hire Respert as director of player development

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FILE - In this March 11, 2017, file photo, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) looks to pass in front of Orlando Magic forward Terrence Ross (31) and center Nikola Vucevic during an NBA basketball game in Orlando, Fla. A person familiar with the negotiations says the Cavaliers have finalized their blockbuster deal with Boston involving All-Star guards Irving and Isaiah Thomas by getting an another draft pick from the Celtics. The Cavs will get a second-round pick in 2020 to complete the package, said the person who spoke Wednesday night, Aug. 30, to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the league has to sign off on the agreement. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)

Finally finished: Cavs-Celtics modify, complete big trade

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

FILE - In this Nov. 3, 2016, file photo, Cleveland Cavaliers' Kyrie Irving, right, looks to drive against Boston Celtics' Isaiah Thomas during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland. Irving, who asked Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert to trade him earlier this summer, could be on his way to Boston as the Cavaliers are in serious negotiations with the Celtics about swapping him for point guard Thomas. Since Irving made his stunning request, the defending Eastern Conference champions have been looking for a trade partner. They may have found the perfect one and could be nearing a deal with the Celtics, said the person who spoke Tuesday night, Aug. 22, 2017, to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the talks. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)

Kyrie Irving, Isaiah Thomas trade sets up dramatic 2017

By Deron Snyder

This March 23, 2017 photo shows Dallas Mavericks forward Nerlens Noel running up court during an NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Clippers in Dallas. Two people with knowledge of the agreement say Noel has accepted a $4.1 million qualifying offer for one year, essentially betting on himself that he can get something closer to a max contract as an unrestricted free agent next summer. Noel's decision as a restricted free agent means he can't sign a long-term deal until after the upcoming season, one of the people told The Associated Press on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

AP sources: Noel taking $4.1M qualifying offer from Mavs

By SCHUYLER DIXON - Associated Press