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Raptors guard Quickley questionable vs. 76ers after hard fall in home opener

Raptors guard Quickley questionable vs. 76ers after hard fall in home opener

TORONTO — It didn't take long for Jamal Shead to earn more minutes with the Toronto Raptors.
Pacers center James Wiseman has torn left Achilles tendon after brief season debut

Pacers center James Wiseman has torn left Achilles tendon after brief season debut

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana Pacers center James Wiseman tore his left Achilles tendon in the season opener, the team said Thursday.
Hawks G Kobe Bufkin partially dislocates right shoulder for 2nd time

Hawks G Kobe Bufkin partially dislocates right shoulder for 2nd time

ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Hawks guard Kobe Bufkin has partially dislocated his right shoulder for the second time, the team announced Thursday.
Lauren Holtkamp-Sterling announces decision to retire as NBA referee, citing knee issues

Lauren Holtkamp-Sterling announces decision to retire as NBA referee, citing knee issues

The toughest call Lauren Holtkamp-Sterling made as an NBA referee was the last one she made in her career. That is, the one where she decided to retire.
NBA opens investigation into Joel Embiid's playing status after 76ers star misses season opener

NBA opens investigation into Joel Embiid's playing status after 76ers star misses season opener

The NBA is investigating why Philadelphia center Joel Embiid did not play in the team's nationally televised season opener against Milwaukee. The league confirmed the investigation on Thursday.
WNBA outlook is promising after record-setting year, although the league has a few challenges ahead

WNBA outlook is promising after record-setting year, although the league has a few challenges ahead

NEW YORK (AP) — The WNBA looks promising heading into the offseason after a banner year with record ratings, attendance and a first-time champion in New York.
Montreal's Chris Boucher gets more playing time for Raptors after season on bench

Montreal's Chris Boucher gets more playing time for Raptors after season on bench

TORONTO — Chris Boucher was back, for at least one game. The veteran forward spent most of last season at the far end of the Toronto Raptors' bench, rarely seeing playing time. Even with the team rocked by a raft of injuries, Boucher averaged 14.

Atlanta plays Charlotte in conference matchup

Charlotte Hornets (1-0, fifth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Atlanta Hawks (1-0, fourth in the Eastern Conference) Atlanta; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Atlanta takes on Charlotte in a matchup of Eastern Conference teams.

Los Angeles takes on Phoenix in conference matchup

Phoenix Suns vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Friday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Western Conference foes Los Angeles and Phoenix will play.

Utah takes on conference rival Golden State

Golden State Warriors vs. Utah Jazz Salt Lake City; Friday, 9:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Golden State faces Utah in Western Conference action Friday. Utah went 31-51 overall and 16-36 in Western Conference play last season. The Jazz averaged 27.