Basketball

Pistons 2023 1st-round pick Ausar Thompson out of training camp after having blood clot last season

DETROIT (AP) — Detroit Pistons small forward Ausar Thompson is being held out of contact drills at the start of training camp after having a season-ending blood clot during his rookie year.

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Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are talking Mavs title with Klay Thompson on board

DALLAS (AP) — Kyrie Irving helped sell Klay Thompson on the idea that Dallas is a destination for a career revival.

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Blazers stay the course on their rebuilding project heading into the new season

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The Portland Trail Blazers didn't make any big moves in the offseason, opting instead to stay on course with a long-term rebuilding project.

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PHOTO COLLECTION: NBA Media Day

This is a collection of photos chosen by AP photo editors. The Associated Press

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Mike Brown hopes the Kings can climb the NBA mountain

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — As he mapped out plans for training camp, Kings coach Mike Brown settled on a theme — mountain climbing — and invited Ed Viesturs to speak to his team before practices begin.

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Golden State Warriors prepare to move on without Klay Thompson

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — For as long as he can remember, Andrew Wiggins has considered Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Klay Thompson synonymous with the Golden State Warriors. Now, Curry's Splash Brother is wearing a Mavericks uniform.

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LeBron James is feeling 'pure joy' as he begins Lakers training camp alongside son Bronny

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — LeBron James is beginning his 22nd training camp this week with the Los Angeles Lakers, and this one will be a unique experience.

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After getting a taste of postseason success, the Pacers want to do even more in 2024-25 season

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Tyrese Haliburton got his real taste of postseason success earlier this year. It’s only fueled his hunger to reach new heights — even if the doubters still exist.

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Zach LaVine says he's healthy, ready to do what Bulls ask of him

CHICAGO (AP) — Zach LaVine insisted he is healthy and ready to do whatever the Chicago Bulls ask of him this season. Above all, he's ready to put the drama in the past.

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Suns' All-Star trio of Durant, Booker and Beal back for Year 2 with a new coach, supporting cast

PHOENIX (AP) — The so-called Big 3 was a big disappointment for the Phoenix Suns in Year 1.

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