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Lethargic U.S. team dominates Tunisia at worlds
Eric Gordon scored 21 points and the United States pulled away after a sluggish first half to beat Tunisia 92-57 on Thursday in its final game of pool play at the world championship.
Atlanta Hawks sign veteran center Etan Thomas
The Atlanta Hawks have signed free agent center Etan Thomas to add bulk in the frontcourt.
New Denver Nuggets front office focusing on Carmelo Anthony
Now that the Denver Nuggets have their management team in place, they’re developing a strategy to keep All-Star Carmelo Anthony in powder blue and gold.
Unbeaten U.S. routs Iran, gains top worlds seed
The United States eased its way to a top seed in the knockout round of the world championship, beating Iran 88-51 Wednesday in the first meeting between the countries with often contentious relations.
Not guilty plea for former NBA, Michigan State player Jay Vincent but deal looms
Court filings show a plea bargain is in the works for ex-Michigan State basketball star and retired NBA player Jay Vincent, who appeared in court Tuesday on charges in a $2 million Internet scam.
Lesson learned, U.S. will need more from its subs
After the reserves faltered, U.S. coach Mike Krzyzewski stuck with the starters for nearly the entire second half to pull out a 70-68 victory over Brazil that kept the Americans unbeaten in the world championship.
FIBA: 100 players will be drug-tested at World Basketball championships
Basketball’s governing body says more than 100 random drug tests will be conducted at the world championship, its largest program ever.
TBS drops appeal of ruling regarding sale of Atlanta Hawks, Atlanta Thrashers
Turner Broadcasting System has dropped its appeal of a judge’s order that required the company to pay a Texas businessman $281 million over the sale of the Atlanta Hawks and Thrashers.
Denver Nuggets hire Toronto Raptors executive Masai Ujiri as general manager
Former Nuggets international scout Masai Ujiri has been named the team’s new executive vice president of basketball operations.
Miami Heat sign second-round pick Da’Sean Butler
Former West Virginia star Da’Sean Butler has signed with the Miami Heat, becoming the team’s 18th player under contract going into training camp.
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