P.J. Tucker explains how heckling motivates pro players

The Phoenix Suns fell short to the New Orleans Pelicans 125-114 in Game 2 of their first-round series. Now with the playoff series tied 1-1, the Suns are uncertain about the return of Devin Booker. After a stellar 31-point first half, Booker exited the game with right hamstring tightness in…

Photo: Los Angeles Lakers/Twitter LeBron James can only get sentimental about the career and unbroken bond he built with his good friend, Carmelo Anthony. Right at his postgame presser following the L.A. Lakers’ West Finals exit, James revealed that he already knew that Anthony is set to announce his retirement…

The Minnesota Timberwolves have added Daishen Nix to their roster. NBA insiderShams Charania recently confirmed this development with a tweet, announcing that the 21-year-old point guard has signed a one-year deal with the T-Wolves. Guard Daishen Nix is signing a one-year deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium….

Photo: Peter Baba The Mavericks lost against the Clippers (98-112). It was the fourth loss in five games for Dallas. Luka Doncic got early into foul trouble as he picked three fouls in the first half. The Slovenian superstar avoided getting more fouls in the game, but it had an…

The Oklahoma City Thunder have decided to waive forward/center Alex Reese, who was signed on October 19. Reese appeared in one preseason game for the Thunder, but with limited playing time, he was unable to secure a long-term spot on the roster. A versatile big man, Reese has spent time…

Joel Embiid nothed 30 points and 12 rebounds in just 23 minutes, propelling the Philadelphia 76ers (43-35) to a convincing 116-96 win over the depleted Memphis Grizzlies (27-51). Scotty Pippen Jr. led the way for the Grizzlies with 24 points, but their efforts fell short against the Sixers’ attack led…