Boston's Avery Bradley heard Chicago's Rajon Rondo suggesting the Celtics gave up in the fourth quarter of Tuesday's loss, and Bradley didn't necessarily disagree.
Clippers guard Chris Paul sat out Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Rockets on Wednesday, missing his second straight game because of a strained left hamstring.
Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul is doubtful to play in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday because of a strained left hamstring.
Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose says he is ready for Game 2 after sustaining a stinger at the end of the Bulls' Game 1 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Minnesota Wild forward Justin Fontaine will miss Game 2 after suffering a lower-body injury in Game 1, while Blackhawks forward Kris Versteeg may return from his own lower-body injury.
Rod Thorn said the heat that resulted from a loss of air conditioning -- and precipitated LeBron James' leg cramps and eventual exit in the fourth quarter -- shouldn't be an excuse for either team.
