NBA playoffs scores top cable spot (AP via Yahoo! News)
Rankings for the top 15 programs on cable networks as compiled by Nielsen Media Research for the week of May 28-June 3. Day and start time (EDT) are in parentheses....more...Spurs take Game 1 (Los Angeles Times)
Tony Parker scores 27 points, Tim Duncan scores 24 and the Spurs defense holds LeBron James to four of 16 from the field for an easy victory. SAN ANTONIO ? One of the most anticipated debuts in NBA finals history was way, way off the mark. ...more... The NBA Finals: 10 crucial elements (USA Today)
USA TODAY's David DuPree outlines 10 factors that will come into play during the NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and Cleveland Cavaliers....more... The NBA Finals: 10 crucial elements (WKYC Cleveland)
The NBA Finals: 10 crucial elements...more... NBA Finals matchups (Canada.com)
Can playmaker LeBron James escape the straightjacket that is San Antonio's defence? Season series Cleveland won both games, by scores of 88-81 and 82-78....more... LeBron carries Cavs to NBA Finals (Collegiate Times)
Last week?s Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Detroit Pistons series cemented James into NBA history and answered questions to all of his doubters. James single-handedly controlled the scoring, pace, and outcome of the Cavs vs. Pistons series....more... NBA Finals: 10 crucial elements (Coshocton Tribune)
1 The King James version: LeBron James is the biggest star still playing, and all eyes and cameras will be on him in his first NBA Finals appearance. San Antonio?s defense will be geared to stop him....more... Complete 180: NBA Finals Game 1 total analyzed (Covers.com)
S portsbooks are almost universally offering a total of 180 points for Thursday's NBA Finals opener . Based on how the finalists have played so far this postseason, it looks like a compromise number. The Cleveland Cavaliers played at 160......more... Tim Duncan: best power forward ever? (USA Today)
Tim Duncan stands out because he doesn't stick out. He is a selfless, fundamentally sound all-star in a league that thrives on pomp and flair. The Spurs star could also be the greatest power forward in NBA history. The position is a modern-day amalgam that requires old-school skills....more... |