Cavaliers need help surround James with better teammates
After five years in the league LeBron James remains without a reliable sidekick as the Cavaliers falter in pivotal moments. The piece contrasts rival teams with star duos and questions Cleveland's third and supporting players including West, Szczerbiak, Gibson, Pavlovic, Brown, and Varejao while urging a roster upgrade to chase a title.
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Ilgauskas eyeing Olympic fate with Cavs in discussion
Center Zydrunas Ilgauskas may join LeBron James in Beijing for the Summer Olympics if Cleveland and the NBA approve. An insurance policy protecting the Cavs during his possible injury is a key issue amid contract concerns and his foot history. Team GM Danny Ferry says talks will proceed after season’s end.
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Cavaliers pull ahead with new talent and clutch free throws
Smith, acquired from Chicago in mid February, says he sees strong talent and likes the team as Cleveland reaches a pivotal playoff push. Szczerbiak connects on 26 of 28 free throws, moving into second in team history behind Price, while the Cavs eye a deeper run after last year's drought.
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Spurs and Hornets Brace for West Finals Clash
Spurs rally to a 91 82 win over New Orleans in Game 7 to advance to the Western Conference finals. Manu Ginobili scored 26 points hitting four late free throws as San Antonio endured a Hornets late surge. Tim Duncan posted 16 points and 14 rebounds.
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Spurs win 91 82 over Hornets in playoff clash
San Antonio tops New Orleans 91 to 82 led by Ginobili with 26 points and Parker 17. Duncan 16 and West 20 pace Hornets double header action as Detroit ends Orlando series and Lakers set for key matchups in round three.
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Cavs Face Offseason Moves After Celtics Series
Cavaliers reflect on double digit leads lost to the Celtics through Games 2 to 6 and a Game 1 lapse. LeBron James faced a playoff low shooting rate as Cleveland eyes roster changes, salary cap challenges, and potential moves to rebound for 2008-09.
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Detroit clinched the Western Conference finals by defeating Dallas 4-1 in Game 6, with goals from Draper Datsyuk and Drake. The Red Wings advance to meet the Penguins, with two games set at Joe Louis Arena.
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