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• RIchard Jefferson Favorite To Join Mike Breen, Doris Burke To Call NBA Finals

Richard Jefferson is the favorite to join Mike Breen and Doris Burke on the call for the NBA Finals for ABC/ESPN. Jefferson is currently set to call the NBA Cup Final next week. Jay Bilas or Tim Legler are also rumored to be in the running to join Breen and Burke. NBC recently hired Jamal Crawford to join the broadcasting team starting next season....2024
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• ESPN Interested In Dwyane Wade As Studio Analyst

ESPN is interested in adding Dwyane Wade as a studio analyst, according to Andrew Marchand of The Athletic. "Dwyane Wade is a possibility...for studio...they have some interest in him, even though I don't think it's that far down the road yet," said Marchand. It was also reported that ESPN is looking to rotate analysts alongside Mike Breen and Doris Burke this upcoming season. Grant Hill, Jay Bila...2024
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• ESPN To Rotate Analysts Alongside Mike Breen, Doris Burke

ESPN plans to rotate the third member of its TV broadcast crew alongside Mike Breen and Doris Burke this upcoming season. The pair were joined by Doc Rivers and JJ Redick last season, before each left the role to take head coaching positions. Grant Hill, Jay Bilas, Tim Legler, and Richard Jefferson are seen as candidates for the third member. The lead NBA broadcasting team does not begin regularly...2024
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• ESPN To Rotate Analysts Between Mike Breen, Doris Burke

ESPN plans to rotate the third member of its TV broadcast crew alongside Mike Breen and Doris Burke this upcoming season. The pair were joined by Doc Rivers and JJ Redick last season, before each left the role to take head coaching positions. Grant Hill, Jay Bilas, Tim Legler, and Richard Jefferson are seen as candidates for the third member. The lead NBA broadcasting team does not begin regularly...2024
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• ESPN Considering Grant Hill, Richard Jefferson, Tim Legler, Jay Bilas For Lead NBA Analyst Job

ABC/ESPN will replace JJ Redick in their lead broadcast booth with Grant Hill, Richard Jefferson, Tim Legler and Jay Bilas atop their list to join Mike Breen and Doris Burke, according to sources that spoke with The Athletic. ESPN parted ways with Jeff Van Gundy and Mark Jackson after the 22-23 season and replaced them with Burke and Doc Rivers. After Rivers exited to become head coach of the Mil...2024
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• Jefferson reveals Klay's blunt one-liner about Warriors contract

ESPN's Richard Jefferson recalled an interesting story about Klay Thompson's frustrations with his desired Warriors contract....2024
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• Richard Jefferson drops cryptic comments on ‘truth’ behind Ime Udoka scandal

Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka finds himself in trouble after having an affair with a team staffer. Udoka could be facing a year-long suspension and has even thought about resigning, per reports. But, should he really be hit with such a big punishment? Once you hear what Richard Jefferson had to say on the […] The post Richard Jefferson drops cryptic comments on ‘truth’ behi...2022
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• Richard Jefferson stokes flames against Robert Sarver by pulling curtain on ex-Suns players’ reactions

Big news in the NBA yesterday was that Suns’ owner Robert Sarver was suspended for one year and fined $10 million for allegations of racism and misogyny. Many in the NBA world are reacting, including players and executives. One notable reaction comes from former NBA player Richard Jefferson. Jefferson played in the NBA from 2001 […] The post Richard Jefferson stokes flames against Rob...2022
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• Richard Jefferson goes absolutely bonkers on Adam Silver hinting at shorter season
On Friday, NBA commissioner Adam Silver confirmed that the league is indeed considering the possibility of shortening the season in order to address the injury concerns that have been an issue for nearly every single team. Former NBA champ turned ESPN analyst Richard Jefferson caught wind of the commissioner’s comments, and let’s just say he […] The post Richard Jefferson goes ab...2022
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• Courtside woman eyeing Warriors’ Steph Curry gets savage Richard Jefferson treatment
Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry breaks record and apparently has courtside female fans drooling over him. Yes, you heard that right. Richard Jefferson couldn’t help but poke a little bit of fun at it, too. We’re not exactly sure if this was from Steph’s historic night at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, but this […] The post Courtside woman eyeing Warriors̵...2021
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• Video: Nikola Jokic-Markieff Morris fight gets perfect Richard Jefferson analysis
Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic could be facing a suspension from the NBA after his cheap shot of Miami Heat forward Markieff Morris. However, while Jokic’s shove from behind was uncalled for, he was retaliating to a rather dirty play by Morris himself. ESPN NBA analyst Richard Jefferson made sure to point this out in his […] The post Video: Nikola Jokic-Markieff Morris fight gets per...2021
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• Warriors won’t get ‘revenge tour’ in 2020-21 season, claims Richard Jefferson
Heading into the 2020-2021 NBA season, some believe the Golden State Warriors will exact their revenge on the league after an injury-riddled 2019-2020 campaign. Contrary to what some believe though, Richard Jefferson doesn’t believe the Dubs will get their “revenge tour” underway in the upcoming season. “They are the best backcourt and they are going […] The post Warr...2020
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• LeBron James opens up about NBA hiatus, what may come next
LeBron James has been active on social media to pass the time amid the NBA’s ongoing hiatus for the coronavirus pandemic. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar’s antics have been a welcome distraction during these strange times, although it merits noting he’s been engaged in inspirational acts as well. What James has not done since the league shut down was to speak at any length about the NBA’s unprece...2020
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• NBA legend compares Vince Carter to Stephen Curry on heels of retirement
The NBA world was thrown for a loop Wednesday evening when the league suspended its season after Utah Jazz star Rudy Gobert tested positive for coronavirus. It was a scary moment for the basketball world. The backdrop here was future Hall of Famer and current Atlanta Hawks wing Vince Carter potentially playing in his final game. Carter was subbed in late during Atlanta’s loss to the New York Knick...2020
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• Kevin Durant has been ‘playing three-on-three’ every day
Kevin Durant will not see any real action on an NBA court anytime soon, but the Brooklyn Nets superstar has revealed he continues to make significant strides in returning to full health. Durant is in the midst of a grueling rehabilitation program after undergoing surgery last June for an Achilles injury. Making an appearance during coverage of the Nets’ 118-79 loss to the Grizzlies on YES Network ...2020
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• LOOK: Warriors fan makes good on Finals bet, gets Richard Jefferson-styled tattoo
No sweep was costly for this guy, but at least he still got to see the Warriors win the title...2017
• Behind the Scenes in L.A., the Wide-Ranging Summer World for NBA Players
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• Everything You Need to Know from Day 3 of 2015 NBA Free Agency
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"Richard Jefferson Trolls 49ers With Savage One-Liner During NBA All-Star Celebrity Game"

2023
"Richard Jefferson had the unenviable task of playing against both LeBron James and Kobe Bryant, and he says LeBron was definitely the toughest player he ever had to guard."

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"Retired NBA forward Richard Jefferson is as savage as they get."

2021
"While several NBA players sided with […] The post Rachel Nichols gets support from Kendrick Perkins, Richard Jefferson after apology for Maria Taylor fiasco appeared first on ClutchPoints."

2020
"Following a second straight loss to the Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo faced criticism from former NBA player-turned-analyst Richard Jefferson, who quickly made the comparison to Scottie Pippen."

2019
"In a piece for The Players’ Tribune, the recently retired Richard Jefferson provided an inside look at his remarkable basketball journey."

2018
"Richard Jefferson Explains Why Celtics’ Struggles Aren’t Surprising"

2017
"The post WATCH: Richard Jefferson Dunks On Terry Rozier appeared first on SLAMonline."

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"It took Richard Jefferson 15 seasons to win his first NBA title, and after (somewhat improbably) helping deliver the first championship in Cleveland Cavaliers history, RJ said he’s calling it The post Richard Jefferson Announces Retirement from the NBA appeared first on SLAMonline."

2015
"The Cleveland Cavaliers continue to stockpile depth this summer with the addition of veteran forward Richard Jefferson."

2014
"Fellow new faces Jameer Nelson, Richard Jefferson and Al-Farouq Aminu combined for 15 points."

• ESPN Considering Grant Hill, Richard Jefferson, Tim Legler, Jay Bilas For Lead NBA Analyst Job
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• Jefferson reveals Klay's blunt one-liner about Warriors contract
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• ESPN Parts Ways With Jeff Van Gundy

ESPN has parted ways with Jeff Van Gundy after 16 years calling games. Van Gundy's exact salary is unknown, but he was making multiple million dollars per year. JJ Redick, Doris Burke and Richard Jefferson are considered the most likely internal candidates to replace Van Gundy. Doc Rivers could be an outside choice, especially if his salary demands are offset by what he is owed from the Philadelph...2023
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• Former pro and NBA champion Richard Jefferson offering a $20,000 reward in efforts to solve his father’s homicide case from 2018, police report
Richard Jefferson spent 17 years in the NBA and won a championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers. You can find him nowadays on ESPN or the YES network where he is a studio and in-game analyst. LA County sheriff’s department announced yesterday a $20,000 reward for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of Jefferso’s […] The post Former pro and NBA champion Richard Je...2023
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• Lakers star LeBron James gets hit with Victor Wembanyama truth bomb from Richard Jefferson

Richard Jefferson may be friends with Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, but even the one-time champ couldn’t deny the overwhelming talent that Victor Wembanyama possesses compared to LeBron before he was drafted. Wembanyama is the most anticipated prospect since James in 2003, so comparisons between the two players are not surprising to see. Similar […] The post Lakers star LeBron ...2022
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• LeBron James’ ex-Cavs teammate trolls Lakers with DeAndre Jordan message
Retired NBA forward Richard Jefferson is as savage as they get. Even his former champion teammate LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers couldn’t escape his brutal one-liners and rebuttals. After it was reported on Monday that the Lakers are waiving DeAndre Jordan in order to make room for some acquisitions before the deadline to […] The post LeBron James’ ex-Cavs teammate troll...2022
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• Richard Jefferson’s savage NSFW clapback at Gilbert Arenas after wild rant
Richard Jefferson is never afraid to speak his mind and if you attack him personally, expect a clap back. Well, his former college teammate at Arizona and ex-NBA star Gilbert Arenas decided to attack Jefferson on a recent podcast because he was drafted in the first round of the 2001 NBA Draft, while Arenas was […] The post Richard Jefferson’s savage NSFW clapback at Gilbert Arenas afte...2022
• VIDEO: Richard Jefferson wipes off Gilbert Arenas from the face of the Earth after NBA draft criticism
Former NBA champion Richard Jefferson didn’t hold back as he eviscerated Gilbert Arenas after the ex-Washington Wizards star questioned why RJ was drafted before him. For those not in the know, the two were teammates in college at the University of Arizona, forming part of the Wildcats team that reached the National Championship in 2001. […] The post VIDEO: Richard Jefferson wipes off ...2022
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• LeBron James had a hand in Nike developing a signature shoe for Kyrie Irving
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James played a big role in Nike developing a signature shoe for Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving back in the day. James, who signed a lifetime contract with Nike in 2015, told Allie Clifton and Richard Jefferson on the “Road Trippin'” podcast that he made sure the sports apparel […] The post LeBron James had a hand in Nike developing a si...2020
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• Richard Jefferson’s hilarious advice for when James Wiseman first blocks Anthony Davis
Former NBA forward Richard Jefferson is already giving trash-talking advice to James Wiseman, who is projected to be a lottery pick in the 2020 draft. Jefferson, who played with Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James on the Cleveland Cavaliers, says Wiseman should include LeBron in his taunt when he first blocks Anthony Davis in the […] The post Richard Jefferson’s hilarious advice ...2020
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• LeBron James' ex-teammates jokingly congratulate the 'ball hog' for passing Michael Jordan in scoring
Channing Frye and Richard Jefferson say James 'never passed' while poking fun at his points record...2019
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• Cavaliers vs Trail Blazers: Score, Highlights, Reaction from 2017 Regular Season
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• LeBron James Reportedly Frustrated by NBA Officiating This Season
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• How LeBron James, Cleveland Cavaliers Fell in Love with the NBA's Old Dudes
2017

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• NBA Says Kevin Durant Was Fouled on Final Possession of Warriors vs. Cavaliers
2016

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• Warriors vs. Cavaliers: Score and Twitter Reaction from Christmas Day 2016
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• Iman Shumpert Trade Rumors: Latest News, Speculation on Cavaliers SG
2016

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• 2016 NBA Free Agency: Everything You Need to Know from Day 6
2016

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• Richard Jefferson Re-Signs with Cavaliers: Contract Details, Comments, Reaction
2016

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• In Lifting Cavs to Title, LeBron James Takes Place Among NBA's Ultimate Winners
2016

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• Former pro and NBA champion Richard Jefferson offering a $20,000 reward in efforts to solve his father’s homicide case from 2018, police report
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• Richard Jefferson jokes about Kyle Kuzma trade right in front of LeBron James
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James made his grand return to Road Trippin’ with Allie Clifton and Richard Jefferson. During the segment, James paid homage to the guys from the 2020 championship team who won’t be on the squad this upcoming season and Jefferson used that moment to troll Kyle Kuzma. Jefferson, who has a […] The post Richard Jefferson jokes about Kyle Kuzma tra...2020
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• Richard Jefferson shuts down ‘snitching’ label of NBA player hotline
Former NBA small forward Richard Jefferson believes the NBA’s “snitch hotline” shouldn’t actually be called that. The current ESPN basketball analyst says the NBA’s hotline down in Orlando, Florida is necessary. “Karl-Anthony Towns’ mom passed away. There are people passing away all around this country. This is not snitching if somebody is risking everyone’s health [&...2020
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• NBA legend compares Vince Carter to Stephen Curry on heels of retirement
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• Watch: Richard Jefferson had great trash talk for Celtics fans
Richard Jefferson had some great trash talk for Boston Celtics fans. The former longtime NBA veteran is now calling games on TV for the Brooklyn Nets. Prior to Monday’s game between the Celtics and Nets in Brooklyn, Jefferson took a moment to address some Boston fans. He paid them respect before dropping the mic on them. 4-0 in the playoffs against the Celtics! Based on LBS research, he was actual...2019
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• Richard Jefferson retires after 17 NBA seasons
Paying tribute to his late father, veteran small forward Richard Jefferson announced his retirement after 17 NBA seasons via Instagram on Saturday....2018
• Jefferson: It's time to 'move on' after 17 seasons
Richard Jefferson says he has decided to "move on from basketball" in an Instagram post Saturday that largely served as a tribute to his father, who died last month....2018
• Richard Jefferson Announces Decision to ‘Move On From Basketball’ 🙌

On Saturday, Richard Jefferson announced his decision to “move on from basketball” in a heartfelt Instagram post about his father, who was killed in a drive-by shooting in Compton about a month ago: View this post on Instagram Well here’s my first post! In the last month I’ve dealt with two life changing events back […] The post Richard Jefferson Announces Decision to ‘Move...2018
• Father of NBA vet Jefferson killed in drive-by
The 65-year-old father of NBA veteran Richard Jefferson was killed in a drive-by shooting Wednesday. Authorities do not know the motive at this time....2018
• Richard Jefferson's father killed in drive-by shooting
It’s a sad day for NBA free agent Richard Jefferson and his family. TMZ Sports is reporting that Jefferson’s father, 65-year-old Richard Jefferson Sr., was killed in a drive-by shooting in Compton Wednesday evening.“Law enforcement tells us 65-year-old Richard Jefferson Sr. was in front of a liquor store in a primarily residential area around 6:52 p.m. when a vehicle rolled up and someone inside o...2018
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• Richard Jefferson to Cavaliers: Latest Contract Details, Analysis and Reaction
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• Richard Jefferson Announces Retirement from the NBA
2016

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• NBA Says Kevin Durant Was Fouled on Final Possession of Warriors vs. Cavaliers
2016

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• Kevin Love Is Healthy, Happy and Ready to Bring Cleveland Cavs a Championship
2015

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• Richard Jefferson Retires After 2016 NBA Finals: Details, Comments and Reaction
2016

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• LeBron Angling to Pull off Greatest Power Play in NBA History with Cavaliers
2015

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• Charles Barkley Talks LeBron James, Draymond Green and More in B/R Exclusive
2016

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• Richard Jefferson Posterizes Walter Tavares (VIDEO)
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• Dallas Mavericks Giving Dirk Nowitzki Shot at Final Chapter He Deserves
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• RIchard Jefferson Favorite To Join Mike Breen, Doris Burke To Call NBA Finals
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• ESPN analysts debate Steph-Klay-Draymond vs. LeBron-AD star matchup

On a recent episode of ESPN's "NBA Today," analysts Richard Jefferson and Kendrick Perkins explained why they would pick the Lakers' core over the Warriors....2024
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• ESPN’s Richard Jefferson, Kendrick Perkins love Rockets’ 2023 offseason
“They will get into the play-in tournament,” ESPN’s @KendrickPerkins says of the new-look #Rockets. “This team needed culture, and they’ve got culture. This is a great starting point.”...2023
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• Kings make Richard Jefferson eat his words after mocking NBA playoff hopes
Richard Jefferson is paying after he dissed the Sacramento Kings' playoff hopes after they acquired Domantas Sabonis....2023
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• Warriors on 'life support' but Richard Jefferson still sees NBA playoff threat
Richard Jefferson believes that the top seeds in the West won't want to face the Warriors in the playoffs, despite how they are playing....2023
• 3 NBA players we 100% need to see as referees after Richard Jefferson’s ref debut
The NBA unveiled a unique new event this Summer League where they allowed Richard Jefferson to make a guest appearance as referee. The former NBA champion and media personality put on a different type of uniform and stepped in for the second quarter of the Knicks and Trail Blazers Summer League matchup. Jefferson was a […] The post 3 NBA players we 100% need to see as referees after Richard ...2022
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• LeBron James’ ex-Cavs teammate hit Jeanie Buss, Lakers with harsh reality check
LeBron James’ former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate Richard Jefferson has warned Jeanie Buss that her expectations for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2022-23 might be a tad too high. Buss recently dropped a staunch criticism of the Lakers after their failed bid to make the playoffs. The team owner said she is “growing impatient just because […] The post LeBron James’ ex-Cavs teamm...2022
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• LeBron James’ ex-teammate shades Lakers’ Anthony Davis over Giannis Antetokounmpo slander
Wednesday’s marquee matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Milwaukee Bucks produced quite a spectacle. It was the defending champions Bucks that emerged with a hard-fought 109-102 victory as all eyes focused on the individual matchup between reigning Finals MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo and Anthony Davis. Richard Jefferson, who used to be teammates with LeBron […] The post LeBron J...2021
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• Luka Doncic forecast sees nothing but doom for Clippers vs. Mavs
Richard Jefferson and Kendrick Perkins have some bad, bad news for the Los Angeles Clippers: Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic. Not that LA didn’t already know it considering what happened in Games 1 and 2 of the Clippers-Mavs playoffs series, but Jefferson and Perkins firmly believe there is no hope for Ty Lue’s squad now. […] The post Luka Doncic forecast sees nothing but doom ...2021
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• Lakers star LeBron James gets brutally honest about Clippers ‘s**t talking,’ playoff collapse last season
Even Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is pretty disappointed with rivals Los Angeles Clippers after they failed to walk the talk in the 2020 playoffs. Sitting down with former teammates Richard Jefferson and Channing Frye, as well as host Allie Clifton, on the Road Trippin’ podcast on Monday, The King did not hold back […] The post Lakers star LeBron James gets brutally honest...2020
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• Richard Jefferson drops cryptic comments on ‘truth’ behind Ime Udoka scandal
2022

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• Richard Jefferson's father killed in drive-by shooting
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• Cavaliers vs. Raptors: Game 6 Score and Twitter Reaction from 2016 NBA Playoffs
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• Cleveland Cavaliers' 3-Point Barrage Sends Statement to Atlanta Hawks, NBA
2016

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• LeBron James Apologizes for Technical Foul for Substituting Himself out vs Hawks
2015

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• Kevin Love Is Healthy, Happy and Ready to Bring Cleveland Cavs a Championship
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• Do Cleveland Cavaliers Have to Choose Between Kevin Love and Tristan Thompson?
2015

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• Everything You Need to Know from Day 3 of 2015 NBA Free Agency
2015

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• 3 Under-the-Radar 2015 NBA Free Agents for Oklahoma City Thunder to Pursue
2015

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• Richard Jefferson Mauled Michael Kidd-Gilchrist with a 1-Handed Jam
2015

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