Carlisle Named Coach of the Year for Pistons
Rick Carlisle won the NBA Coach of the Year award after guiding Detroit to the Central Division title in his first head coaching season. He stressed the honor belongs to his players and staff as Pistons led Boston 1-0 in the Eastern semis, with Daly praising his demeanor and work ethic.
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Iverson vows to stay with 76ers amid trade talk
Allen Iverson said he wants to finish his career in Philadelphia and told coach Larry Brown he will not be traded. Brown warned Iverson he must improve behavior and attend practices or risk remaining with the team for life. Iverson defended his commitment despite missed practices and a playoff exit.
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Nets rout Hornets as Harris leads bench surge in Game 2
Nets overpower Hornets 102 88 to take a 2 0 series edge behind Keith Van Horn 20 points and 11 rebounds off the bench and a third quarter 10 0 run sparked by Todd MacCulloch. Jason Kidd contributed 14 points and 6 assists while Baron Davis led Charlotte with 21 points and 7 assists before fading in the second half.
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Canadiens edge Hurricanes in overtime to take series lead
Montreal forward Donald Audette scored 2:26 into the first overtime, lifting the Canadiens 2-1 over Carolina and giving Montreal a 2-1 series edge in the best-of-seven. Jose Theodore stopped 33 shots, while Yanic Perreault and Koivu provided goals in a tense game that featured a pivotal faceoff setup for the OT winner.
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Blues Turn Up Heat with Hat Trick to Beat Red Wings
St Louis defeats Detroit 6 1 as Keith Tkachuk nets his first playoff hat trick. Blues overcome Hasek, cut series deficit to 2 1 with Brent Johnson 27 saves. Blues travel to Detroit Thursday seeking to even series.
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