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NBA playoffs 2012: Postseason news and notes

The National Basketball Association season that almost never was is about to head into the home stretch, i.e. the playoffs. Here are some postseason facts and figures.
Top 10 sports biographies I wish somebody would write

From Bobby Valentine to Doug Williams, 10 sports figures ripe for a biography.
In Pictures: Fathers around the world
In Pictures: Dirk Nowitzki: From Germany to NBA Finals MVP
Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 06/13

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Big Two take Miami Heat to next round of NBA playoffs

Dwayne Wade scored 41 points, LeBron James added 28 as the Miami Heat finished off the Indiana Pacers 105-93 in Game 6. Next: Boston or Philadelphia.
Thunder runs past Lakers in Game 5, advance to Western Conference final

Despite 42 points from Lakers star Kobe Bryant, Oklahoma City got big performances from both Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant Monday night to reach the conference finals for the second year in a row.
NBA playoffs 2012: Postseason news and notes

The National Basketball Association season that almost never was is about to head into the home stretch, i.e. the playoffs. Here are some postseason facts and figures.
The Jeremy Lin Show goes global (+video)

Jeremy Lin isn't just big in the Big Apple. Jeremy Lin is emerging as a star in Canada, Britain, Taiwan and China.
NBA regular season opens. Back to normal? Not quite.

NBA regular season finally arrives with five games on Christmas Day. But TV and technology are changing league revenues and how America will see the NBA regular season.
Top 10 sports biographies I wish somebody would write

From Bobby Valentine to Doug Williams, 10 sports figures ripe for a biography.
NBA, union agreement: not much change for fans

NBA, union have a labor deal that gives the owners $3 billion more over the life of the contract. But the NBA, union agreement keeps the league's structure largely intact.
NBA lockout analysis: Blame the owners

NBA lockout means fewer games for fans. So who's the problem in this NBA lockout? Looking at you, owners.
First two weeks of NBA season canceled. Who's affected?

NBA commissioner David Stern announced the cancellation of the new season's first two weeks Monday night. Can NBA owners and the players association come together on a new CBA before more are lost?
LeBron James gets dunked on in Taiwan. Was he going easy on them? (VIDEO)

LeBron James recently traveled to Taiwan, where he took to the court with some local players. One got the chance to defend LeBron James and took him to the hoop.
Stock market plunges and soars. Is it acting irrationally?

Swings of hundreds of points up or down have investors wondering if the stock market is irrational. Analysts say the volatility reflects uncertainty about the economy. Get used to it.
NBA Draft 2011: Fulfilling the league’s global outreach with more international players

NBA Draft 2011, which starts Thursday night, includes several talented international players. With more foreign players, the NBA is reaching an increasing global audience that is proving to be profitable, as well.
In Pictures: Fathers around the world
In Pictures: Dirk Nowitzki: From Germany to NBA Finals MVP
Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 06/13
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What Germans think of Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki

Dirk Nowitzki, the German forward who led the Dallas Mavericks to the NBA title, delights home audience with German grit, American glamour.
Dallas Mavericks offer important teamwork lesson in winning first NBA title

The Dallas Mavericks got 43 points from their bench Sunday night in defeating the Miami Heat, 105-95, to win their first NBA title.
Dirk Nowitzki, Mavericks cool off Heat in Game 5; take 3-2 lead in NBA Finals

The Dallas Mavericks, behind Dirk Nowitzki's 29 points, went on a 17-4 scoring run with just over four and a half minutes remaining to defeat the Miami Heat Thursday night, 112-103 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
NBA Finals: Mavericks, with yet another dramatic comeback, even series with Heat

Tuesday night, the Dallas Mavericks overcame a nine-point, fourth quarter deficit to defeat the Miami Heat, 86-83, in Texas. The best-of seven series is now tied at two, with Game 5 in Dallas on Thursday night (9 p.m. Eastern time, ABC).
NBA Finals: Heat drive past Mavericks in Game 3

The Miami Heat used a strong inside-the-paint offensive game Sunday night to defeat the Dallas Mavericks, 88-86, in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
NBA Finals: Dirk Nowitzki, Mavericks come from behind to even series with Heat

The Dallas Mavericks, led by Dirk Nowitzki, went on a 22-5 scoring run with six minutes remaining to cap an epic comeback against the Miami Heat and win Game 2 of the NBA Finals Thursday night. The series now stands tied at one game apiece.
NBA Finals exam: Test your knowledge of pro basketball history

In 2011, the Dallas Mavericks trounced the Miami Heat in six games (4-2) to take the championship series. Remember how Dirk Nowitzki won the MVP? Now’s the time to put your pro basketball IQ to the test. Try answering the following 10 questions about the history of the NBA Finals.
NBA Finals: Miami’s defense KO's Mavericks in Game 1, 92-84

The Miami Heat's aggressive perimeter offense and suffocating defense collaborated to defeat the Dallas Mavericks Tuesday night, 92-84, in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
Dallas Mavericks vs. Miami Heat: A tale of two cities, and of expectations

The Dallas Mavericks face the Miami Heat Tuesday night at Miami's American Airlines Arena in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The game will be televised, starting at 9 p.m., Eastern time, on ABC.
2011 NBA Finals: 10 questions about the Heat and Mavericks

As the Miami Heat and Dallas Mavericks commence their best-of-seven championship series, here’s your opportunity to step up and test what you know about the two teams.