Riley Jackson duel returns in pivotal East finals clash
In the fifth playoff meeting in six years Phil Jackson and Pat Riley face off as the Bulls meet the Heat at the United Center. Jackson claims peace with Riley but mocks his coaching style while praising Miami’s comeback from a 3-1 series deficit.
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NBA bars 7-foot-9 North Korean player Ri from signing
The NBA informed all 29 teams that they cannot sign Ri Myong Hun, a 7-foot-9 North Korean player in Canada. Ri and his advisers deny defection, with work workout plans in Ottawa. US law and the Trading With the Enemy Act block signing unless a State Department permit is granted.
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Jazz overpower Rockets in rested series opener
Utah Jazz defeated the tired Houston Rockets 101-86 as John Stockton hit a late three to spark a decisive run. Rockets coach Rudy Tomjanovich blamed focus and energy, while Charles Barkley vowed no excuses despite a 12 point night and Hakeem Olajuwon leading Houston with 30 points and 13 rebounds.
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Majerus and Williams spurn Warriors in coaching chase
University of Utah coach Rick Majerus watched Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals in the stands and said he will stay with Utah, endorsing Chris Cohan as a first-class owner and noting he is not pursuing the Warriors job. Roy Williams also indicated disinterest, leaving Bob Hill and P.J. Carlesimo as remaining candidates for Golden State.
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Kozlov keys Red Wings to 2-1 win over Avalanche
Vyacheslav Kozlov scored twice as Detroit beat Colorado 2-1 to take a 2-1 lead in the Western Conference finals. Mike Vernon stopped by Patrick Roy’s men as Detroit kept playoff momentum, with Kozlov scoring the opener and final game winner.
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