http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/index.html en-us Copyright 2013 The Seattle Times Company Wed, 15 May 2013 18:48:18 PDT Wed, 15 May 2013 18:48:18 PDT MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-of-nba-press-conference/?syndication=rss If you want to watch the video of today’s NBA press conference on the decision not to allow the Sacramento Kings to relocate to Seattle, you can find it here. NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-of-nba-press-conference/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 18:48:09 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993168_apbknkingssale.html?syndication=rss The Kings are staying in Sacramento, and Seattle will have to wait for another NBA franchise. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993168_apbknkingssale.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 18:09:12 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/transcript-of-nba-press-conference-denying-relocation-of-sacramento-kings-to-seattle/?syndication=rss Here is the official transcript of the interview today with NBA commissioner David Stern and deputy commissioner Adam Silver after the league’s Board of Governors voted 22-8 to not allow the Sacramento Kings to relocate to Seattle: THE MODERATOR:  We’ll start off with an opening sta NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/transcript-of-nba-press-conference-denying-relocation-of-sacramento-kings-to-seattle/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:36:11 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/hansen-statment-still-willing-to-join-maloofs-as-limited-partners-in-kings/?syndication=rss Chris Hansen, leader of the group that attempted to buy the Sacramento Kings and move them to Seattle, did not talk to reporters after today’s decision not to allow the team to relocate.  However, he released a statement a few minutes through his sonicsarena.com web site and said he is st NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/hansen-statment-still-willing-to-join-maloofs-as-limited-partners-in-kings/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 18:40:25 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/kings-to-stay-in-sacramento-as-seattle-relocation-bid-denied/?syndication=rss DALLAS — The NBA’s Board of Governors voted today to keep the Kings in Sacramento, denying a request for relocation to Seattle, NBA commissioner David Stern said in a press conference late Wednesday afternoon. The vote came at the end of a roughly four-hour meeting here at the Hilton Ana NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/kings-to-stay-in-sacramento-as-seattle-relocation-bid-denied/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 18:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993052_apbknpacersknicks.html?syndication=rss Pablo Prigioni could return to the starting lineup. Jason Kidd will remain in the rotation. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993052_apbknpacersknicks.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020989426_apbknbrazilmystics.html?syndication=rss Rookies Tayler Hill and Emma Meesseman scored 12 points apiece and the Washington Mystics held Brazil's national team to 18 second half points in a 71-56 exhibition win Wednesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020989426_apbknbrazilmystics.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 13:31:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-sonics-fans-supporting-seattle-at-nba-bog-meetings/?syndication=rss Here’s some video of a few Sonics fans in the lobby of the hotel where the NBA Board of Governors is meeting today: NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-sonics-fans-supporting-seattle-at-nba-bog-meetings/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 13:46:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/follow-the-latest-developments-from-the-nba-board-of-governors-meeting/?syndication=rss The NBA Board of Governors voted today to keep the Kings in Sacramento, denying a request for relocation to Seattle. We followed the news as it unfolded, and you can replay the tweets and reader comments below: NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/follow-the-latest-developments-from-the-nba-board-of-governors-meeting/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 18:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-the-scene-at-the-nba-board-of-governors-meetings/?syndication=rss Here’s a little video of the scene prior to the NBA Board of Governors meetings today: NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/video-the-scene-at-the-nba-board-of-governors-meetings/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 12:31:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/the-big-day-is-here/?syndication=rss As this is typed, we are about four hours away from the earliest that a decision on the fate of the Sacramento Kings may be known. The NBA’s Board of Governors will meet at 1 p.m. Dallas time (11 a.m. Seattle time) and anytime in the following hour or so, a decision could be announced NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/15/the-big-day-is-here/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 09:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985809_apbknknickspacersfolo.html?syndication=rss Carmelo Anthony tried to keep the New York Knicks in the game, even as his teammates missed shots all around him. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985809_apbknknickspacersfolo.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985807_apbknwarriorsspursfolo.html?syndication=rss The San Antonio Spurs got the added energy Gregg Popovich wanted against the Golden State Warriors and a stellar performance from Tony Parker that they desperately needed. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985807_apbknwarriorsspursfolo.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985307_apbknknickspacers.html?syndication=rss The Indiana Pacers finally figured it out. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985307_apbknknickspacers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020985659_nba15.html?syndication=rss Tony Parker contributed 25 points and 10 assists, and the San Antonio Spurs held Golden State's starting backcourt to 13 points for a 109-91 victory. The Spurs lead the best-of-seven West semifinal series 3-2. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020985659_nba15.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 01:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985755_apbknwarriors.html?syndication=rss Realizing there would be no late comeback even in a series that's already had two of them, Mark Jackson turned his attention to Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985755_apbknwarriors.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 01:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985602_apbknwarriorsspurs.html?syndication=rss Gregg Popovich urged his San Antonio Spurs to raise their energy to almost maniacal levels, because winning the battle on the boards and for loose balls was critical against the athletic Golden State Warriors. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985602_apbknwarriorsspurs.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 00:46:15 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020985296_kings15.html?syndication=rss The NBA Board of Governors will meet in Dallas on Wednesday and is expected to vote on the relocation and sale of the Sacramento Kings to a group led by Chris Hansen and Steve Ballmer that wants to move the team to Seattle. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020985296_kings15.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 15:13:26 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985438_apbknknicks.html?syndication=rss The Knicks talked a good game but did not play one. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985438_apbknknicks.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 22:31:09 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/tonights-poll-what-best-describes-your-feelings-heading-into-wednesdays-bog-vote/?syndication=rss Here’s tonight’s poll asking readers their feelings heading into tomorrow’s vote by the NBA Board of Governors on the Seattle/Sacramento battle over the Kings: NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/tonights-poll-what-best-describes-your-feelings-heading-into-wednesdays-bog-vote/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 20:46:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sac-bee-report-sacramento-lawsuit-alleges-city-is-undervaluing-its-contribution-to-arena/?syndication=rss In what is becoming a rather busy day-before the critical NBA Board of Governors vote on the Seattle/Sacramento battle over the Kings, the Sacramento Bee is reporting that a lawsuit has been filed alleging that the city of Sacramento is undervaluing its contribution to the arena deal. Here’s t NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sac-bee-report-sacramento-lawsuit-alleges-city-is-undervaluing-its-contribution-to-arena/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 17:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020984864_apbknkobebryantlawsuit.html?syndication=rss In stories on May 3 with a Trenton, N.J., dateline and on May 10 without a dateline about a legal fight over the planned auction of Kobe Bryant memorabilia, The Associated Press erroneously reported the number and value of items that Bryant's mother wants to sell at auction. She received a $450,000 advance and intends to sell 100 items in June. The stories incorrectly referred to 900 items valued at $1.5 million, but those are not Bryant-related items. Rather, they are other pieces slated for sale at the same auction. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020984864_apbknkobebryantlawsuit.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 17:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020984765_apbkngrizzliesthunder.html?syndication=rss The Memphis Grizzlies are showing a knack for closing out tight games against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020984765_apbkngrizzliesthunder.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sacramento-group-says-it-will-launch-ballot-initiative-to-stop-arena-funding/?syndication=rss A Sacramento group today announced it taking formal steps to launch a ballot initiative to stop the funding for a new arena in that city. Here’s the release: SACRAMENTO – Taxpayers for Safer Neighborhoods PAC has joined with Sacramento Taxpayers Opposed to Pork (STOP) to announce the fir NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sacramento-group-says-it-will-launch-ballot-initiative-to-stop-arena-funding/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 16:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sacramento-mayor-johnson-confident-as-he-leaves-for-nba-meetings/?syndication=rss Sacramento mayor Kevin Johnson said this morning that the city of Sacramento is “holding our breath,” in anticipation of the NBA Board of Governors meeting Wednesday in Dallas. But in an impromptu press conference shortly before he boarded his flight he also expressed confidence, saying NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/sacramento-mayor-johnson-confident-as-he-leaves-for-nba-meetings/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 14:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/kings-owner-george-maloof-says-again-they-want-to-sell-team-to-seattle-group/?syndication=rss George Maloof, one of the members of the family that owns the Sacramento Kings, said again today their desire is to sell the team to a Seattle group led by Chris Hansen and Steve Ballmer. Maloof is in Dallas in advance of the NBA Board of Governors meetings tomorrow, and in a brief interview as NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/kings-owner-george-maloof-says-again-they-want-to-sell-team-to-seattle-group/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 13:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020982420_apbknknickshealth.html?syndication=rss The left knee of Knicks guard Iman Shumpert doesn't appear to be getting any better and it could keep him out of Tuesday night's game at Indiana. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020982420_apbknknickshealth.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 12:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020982485_apbknbullsheat.html?syndication=rss Dwyane Wade is limping around in obvious pain. LeBron James' shooting percentage is down. Shane Battier and Ray Allen have struggled to get anything going from 3-point range. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020982485_apbknbullsheat.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 12:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/the-scene-in-dallas-as-nba-meetings-near/?syndication=rss I have arrived in Dallas, where the NBA Board of Governors will meet on Wednesday, expected to cast a final vote on the fate of the Sacramento Kings. There had been some thought there might be a smaller committee meeting today, one reason a few of us showed up early. But nothing official is expected NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/the-scene-in-dallas-as-nba-meetings-near/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 20:01:10 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/poll-who-will-own-the-kings-next-year/?syndication=rss NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/14/poll-who-will-own-the-kings-next-year/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 08:46:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980395_apbklnewlookliberty.html?syndication=rss One week into their first training camp under Bill Laimbeer, the New York Liberty are full of excitement and optimism. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980395_apbklnewlookliberty.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 02:46:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980393_apbknthundergrizzliesfolo.html?syndication=rss Lionel Hollins demands a certain standard from his Grizzlies that he didn't get in the first half against Oklahoma City. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980393_apbknthundergrizzliesfolo.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980377_apbknjimlitke051413.html?syndication=rss The little engine that could finally threw a gear. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980377_apbknjimlitke051413.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980375_apbknheatbullsfolo.html?syndication=rss The way this series is turning out, it's hard to believe the Miami Heat ever trailed the Chicago Bulls. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980375_apbknheatbullsfolo.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 02:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980357_apbknthunder.html?syndication=rss The minutes and demands seem to be piling up on Oklahoma City star Kevin Durant. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980357_apbknthunder.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 02:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020980259_nba14.html?syndication=rss Tony Allen scored on a driving layup to open overtime and the host Memphis Grizzlies held off the Oklahoma City Thunder 103-97 to push the defending Western Conference champions to the edge of elimination. Memphis leads the best-of-seven series 3-1. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020980259_nba14.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 01:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980253_apbknthundergrizzlies.html?syndication=rss The Grizzlies pulled off a huge rally to move within a victory of the franchise's first Western Conference final. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980253_apbknthundergrizzlies.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 01:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2020980264_sonicsrelocatexml.html?syndication=rss With no recommendation coming Monday from the NBA’s relocation/finance committee, the fate of Chris Hansen’s persistent push to bring the Sacramento Kings to Seattle remains unclear. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2020980264_sonicsrelocatexml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 13:26:47 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2020979841_brewer14.html?syndication=rss Who truly holds the greatest rights to a team? The people who bought it, or the city whose name it bears? Jerry Brewer http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2020979841_brewer14.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 21:23:23 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020980008_sonics14.html?syndication=rss A reporter spends a day searching for reasons why many still want the NBA back in Seattle. He finds a range of perspectives and emotions as diverse as the region. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020980008_sonics14.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 13:24:15 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020979886_apbknheatbulls.html?syndication=rss LeBron James and the Miami Heat didn't even give the Chicago Bulls room to breathe, practically squeezing the playoff life out of them to take a commanding lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020979886_apbknheatbulls.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 23:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980131_apbknbulls.html?syndication=rss Screws and bandages aren't exactly working for the Chicago Bulls. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020980131_apbknbulls.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 23:01:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020979671_apbknbullsinjuries.html?syndication=rss Bulls forward Luol Deng was activated before Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Miami Heat on Monday night but was not in the starting lineup after initially being ruled out because of an illness. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020979671_apbknbullsinjuries.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 18:31:09 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/13/no-vote/?syndication=rss The NBA’s relocation and finance committee met today via conference call to discuss new developments in the battle for the Sacramento Kings. ESPN reported that the 12-person panel did not change its recommendation made two weeks ago against moving the Kings to Seattle. The NBA had no comment o NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/13/no-vote/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 06:36:10 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/13/is-this-the-week-it-finally-ends/?syndication=rss Is this the week the saga over the fate of the Sacramento Kings finally ends? If not,  then we’ll really have chaos on our hands, as the NBA’s Board of Governors will meet Wednesday in Dallas to make a final vote on whether the same stays, or goes to Seattle. Here’s my story f NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/13/is-this-the-week-it-finally-ends/?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 09:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020975320_apbknspurswarriorsfolo.html?syndication=rss The Golden State Warriors outshot, outrebounded and outplayed the San Antonio Spurs in the first two games of their Western Conference semifinal but left Texas with a disappointing split. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020975320_apbknspurswarriorsfolo.html?syndication=rss Mon, 13 May 2013 02:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020975146_nba13.html?syndication=rss The Golden State Warriors beat San Antonio 97-87 in overtime to even their Western Conference semifinal series at two games apiece. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020975146_nba13.html?syndication=rss Sun, 12 May 2013 22:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020974825_apbknspurswarriors.html?syndication=rss His spirits down, his left ankle limp and his team's season hanging in the balance, Stephen Curry wondered whether he could recover for the biggest game of his career until a text message popped up on his phone around 2 a.m. Saturday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020974825_apbknspurswarriors.html?syndication=rss Sun, 12 May 2013 22:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020974836_kings13.html?syndication=rss A vote by the NBA's Board of Governors that could finally settle the Seattle/Sacramento battle for the Kings is expected to come Wednesday in Dallas. The two days preceding that vote, though, could loom just as critical. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020974836_kings13.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 14:33:33 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020974927_apbknspurs.html?syndication=rss The San Antonio Spurs are heading home against the Golden State Warriors with the Western Conference semifinal tied at two games apiece. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020974927_apbknspurs.html?syndication=rss Sun, 12 May 2013 20:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020974801_apbknheatbulls.html?syndication=rss The suggestion that he's a flopper drew a grin as wide as his wingspan from LeBron James. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020974801_apbknheatbulls.html?syndication=rss Sun, 12 May 2013 19:31:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020974745_apbknbullsthibodeaufined.html?syndication=rss The NBA has fined Chicago Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau $35,000 for comments he made about the officiating following Friday's loss to the Miami Heat in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020974745_apbknbullsthibodeaufined.html?syndication=rss Sun, 12 May 2013 15:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020969638_nba12.html?syndication=rss Marc Gasol scored 20 points and made two free throws with 1:03 left to put Memphis ahead to stay, and the Grizzlies held off Oklahoma City 87-81 to take a 2-1 lead in their best-of-seven NBA Western Conference semifinal series. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020969638_nba12.html?syndication=rss Sun, 12 May 2013 01:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020969919_apbknknicks.html?syndication=rss The normally high-scoring New York Knicks offense failed in a nearly historic way Saturday night against the Indiana Pacers. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020969919_apbknknicks.html?syndication=rss Sun, 12 May 2013 00:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020969556_apbknknickspacers.html?syndication=rss The Indiana Pacers kept everything in front of them Saturday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020969556_apbknknickspacers.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 23:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2020968744_brewer12.html?syndication=rss While the fight by the Chris Hansen group to buy the Sacramento Kings is admirable, this process has emphasized one lesson: It's so insanely difficult to get a professional sports franchise back. Jerry Brewer http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2020968744_brewer12.html?syndication=rss Sun, 12 May 2013 22:27:51 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020969048_kings12.html?syndication=rss The owners of the Sacramento Kings have agreed to a backup deal to sell 20 percent of the team to the Seattle ownership group. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020969048_kings12.html?syndication=rss Sun, 12 May 2013 22:26:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020969183_apbknthunder.html?syndication=rss Serge Ibaka missed not one, but two dunks. He missed layups and even a couple short jumpers and longer wide-open looks. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020969183_apbknthunder.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 21:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020968959_apbknthundergrizzlies.html?syndication=rss The Memphis Grizzlies call it grit and grind, and it got them through another ugly game. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020968959_apbknthundergrizzlies.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 21:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020968890_apbknknickssmithillness.html?syndication=rss Knicks guard J.R. Smith played against the Pacers in Game 3 on Saturday night after being iffy to go because of an illness. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020968890_apbknknickssmithillness.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 20:01:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/11/espn-report-maloofs-have-cut-a-new-deal/?syndication=rss ESPN.com is reporting that the owners of the Sacramento Kings, the Maloof family, have cut a new deal with the Chris Hansen-led group attempting to move them to Seattle. The deal would be a “backup” plan, giving Hansen 20 percent of the team for $125 million but  allowing the Maloof NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/11/espn-report-maloofs-have-cut-a-new-deal/?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 20:31:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/11/report-phil-jackson-waiting-on-seattle-sacramento-resolution/?syndication=rss ESPN.com is reporting that Phil Jackson may be waiting for the Seattle/Sacramento battle over the Kings to get resolved before making a decision on a job somewhere else. As the story states, Jackson has had other offers, but has apparently hit it off with Chris Hansen and wants to retain an option t NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/11/report-phil-jackson-waiting-on-seattle-sacramento-resolution/?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 16:01:10 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963985_apbknheatbullsfolo.html?syndication=rss LeBron James was off target for most of the night and Dwyane Wade was a nonfactor. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963985_apbknheatbullsfolo.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 03:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963984_apbknspurswarriorsfolo.html?syndication=rss The San Antonio Spurs suddenly returned to form. The Golden State Warriors went cold, and Stephen Curry's sprained left ankle is once again a serious concern. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963984_apbknspurswarriorsfolo.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963930_apbknwarriors.html?syndication=rss Stephen Curry limped out of the locker room and walked down a long hallway with his sprained left ankle wrapped in black tape and the Golden State Warriors' season possibly in the balance. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963930_apbknwarriors.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 01:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963854_apbknspurswarriors.html?syndication=rss Down and dominated during most of the first two games at home, the San Antonio Spurs once again showed why nobody should ever count them out. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963854_apbknspurswarriors.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 01:31:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020963813_nba11.html?syndication=rss The Miami Heat followed up the most lopsided playoff win in franchise history with a 104-94 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020963813_nba11.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 01:31:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2020963735_hansennbaxml.html?syndication=rss Hoping to sway the NBA, Chris Hansen increased his Seattle group’s offer for the Sacramento Kings to a total valuation of $625 million, $175 million beyond the highest price ever paid for a franchise. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2020963735_hansennbaxml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 14:22:11 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963637_apbknbulls.html?syndication=rss The Chicago Bulls held LeBron James in check for much of the game, and Dwyane Wade only attempted seven shots. They failed to keep track of Chris Bosh, and he made them pay for it. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963637_apbknbulls.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 00:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963594_apbknheatbulls.html?syndication=rss So much for South Beach style. The Miami Heat showed again they can get down and dirty. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020963594_apbknheatbulls.html?syndication=rss Sat, 11 May 2013 00:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/10/poll-does-increased-offer-improve-seattles-chances-of-landing-an-nba-team/?syndication=rss NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/10/poll-does-increased-offer-improve-seattles-chances-of-landing-an-nba-team/?syndication=rss Fri, 10 May 2013 21:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020960269_apbknkobebryantlawsuit.html?syndication=rss A federal judge in California has ruled an auction house cannot sell, destroy or otherwise dispose of Kobe Bryant memorabilia offered by the NBA star's mother while courts sort out where the case should be decided. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020960269_apbknkobebryantlawsuit.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 May 2013 21:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020960393_kings11.html?syndication=rss Chris Hansen, leading a group that is attempting to buy the Sacramento Kings and move the NBA team to Seattle, has increased his offer by $75 million, in terms of total value of the team. Hansen has an agreement to buy 65 percent of the team, so this increase would amount to nearly $49 million. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020960393_kings11.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 May 2013 21:36:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/10/chris-hansen-increases-offer-for-kings-by-75-million/?syndication=rss Chris Hansen, who is leading the effort to purchase the Sacramento Kings and move the NBA team to Seattle, has said he will increase the offer by $75 million. On the sonicsarena.com website, Hansen says, “In an effort to further demonstrate the extent of our commitment to bring basketball back NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/05/10/chris-hansen-increases-offer-for-kings-by-75-million/?syndication=rss Fri, 10 May 2013 15:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020956744_nba10.html?syndication=rss Parity has struck the NBA playoffs, where the conference semifinals are all fit to be tied. The four current series are all knotted at one... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020956744_nba10.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020956594_nateandklay10.html?syndication=rss The former Washington and Washington State basketball standouts are turning heads and emerging as major forces in this NBA postseason. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020956594_nateandklay10.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 May 2013 22:06:50 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020956093_apbknknottedplayoffs.html?syndication=rss Parity has struck the NBA playoffs, where the conference semifinals are all fit to be tied. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020956093_apbknknottedplayoffs.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 May 2013 22:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020955758_apbknheatbulls.html?syndication=rss It started with the flu, and turned into a hospital stay. There were terrible headaches and weakness. Just walking was a chore. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020955758_apbknheatbulls.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 May 2013 17:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020952631_apbknexecutiveofyear.html?syndication=rss Even as Masai Ujiri accepted the NBA's executive of the year trophy from club President Josh Kroenke on Thursday, the Denver Nuggets general manager said he would have given it up gladly in exchange for a deep playoff run. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020952631_apbknexecutiveofyear.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 May 2013 14:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020949243_apbknbullsheatfolo.html?syndication=rss Carlos Boozer said the Chicago Bulls were feeling cheated. Mario Chalmers said the Miami Heat thought they were getting too many cheap shots. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020949243_apbknbullsheatfolo.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 May 2013 04:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020949222_apbknspurs.html?syndication=rss The San Antonio Spurs said they were going to treat the opener of the Western Conference semifinals as a loss rather than the historic victory it was. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020949222_apbknspurs.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 May 2013 01:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020949087_apbknwarriorsspurs.html?syndication=rss Golden State coach Mark Jackson insisted the Warriors' historic collapse in the opener of the Western Conference semifinals would only help his team's growth. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020949087_apbknwarriorsspurs.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 May 2013 01:16:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020949147_nba09.html?syndication=rss Selfless and starless. These were the staples of the exhilarating Denver Nuggets' franchise-record 57-win regular season. George Karl kept with... NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020949147_nba09.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 May 2013 11:55:42 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020948533_kings09.html?syndication=rss NBA officials are suggesting the private investment group led by Vivek Ranadive make the move to prove it has the money to fund a backup offer. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2020948533_kings09.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 May 2013 23:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020948926_apbknbulls.html?syndication=rss Joakim Noah was ejected early in the fourth quarter, and Taj Gibson followed him to the locker room a few seconds later after getting two technicals of his own. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020948926_apbknbulls.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 May 2013 22:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020948700_apbknbullsheat.html?syndication=rss For the first time in these playoffs, the Miami Heat were facing some real adversity. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020948700_apbknbullsheat.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 May 2013 22:16:04 PDT