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Batum leads Blazers to 97-93 win over Grizzlies (Yahoo! Sports)

Nicolas Batum had 24 points and the new-look Portland Trail Blazers held off the Memphis Grizzlies 97-93 on Thursday night. Jamal Crawford had 17 points, including four clutch free throws in the final seconds for the Blazers, who snapped a two-game skid to even to 2-2 under interim head coach Kaleb Canales.

Aldridge scores 30, Blazers end road losing streak (Yahoo! Sports)

LaMarcus Aldridge had 30 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 110-99 win against the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Aldridge was 12 for 15 from the floor and 6 for 6 from the free-throw line. He has scored more than 20 points in three straight games. Jamal Crawford scored 23 off the bench and Raymond Felton added 21 -- 10 in the fourth quarter -- for the Trail...

Wallace leads Aldridge-less Blazers to win
Gerald Wallace scored 24 points, and Jamal Crawford hit a key 3-pointer and a pair of late free throws to lift the Portland Trail Blazers over the Golden State Warriors 93-91 on Wednesday night.

Blazers get rare road win vs. Warriors (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 24 points and Jamal Crawford hit a key 3-pointer and a pair of late free throws to lift the Portland Trail Blazers over the Golden State Warriors 93-91 Wednesday night. Nicolas Batum added 17 points for the Trail Blazers, who had lost 11 of their last 12 in Oakland. Marcus Camby added 12 points and 11 rebounds.

Mavericks hold on to beat Blazers in 2OT (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki scored 20 points, Jason Terry added 19, and the Dallas Mavericks held on for a 97-94 double-overtime victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night. Former Dallas-area high school star LaMarcus Aldridge had 33 points, 15 during a fourth-quarter rally, and Jamal Crawford contributed 19 points for the Trail Blazers.

Trail Blazers send Hornets to 8th straight loss
Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 31 points, and the Portland Trail Blazers snapped a two-game skid while handing New Orleans its eighth straight loss, 94-86 on Friday night.

Blazers win 112-68, Bobcats' skid now 10 (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 24 points in 21 minutes, helping the Portland Trail Blazers rout Charlotte 112-68 on Wednesday night for the Bocbats' 10th straight loss and the worst in franchise history. Gerald Wallace, traded to the Blazers from Charlotte last year, scored 23 points while LaMarcus Aldridge added 22 before Portland sat all of its starters in the fourth quarter.

Blazers deal Bobcats worst loss in team history
Jamal Crawford scored 24 points in 21 minutes, helping the Portland Trail Blazers rout Charlotte 112-68 on Wednesday night for the Bobcats' 10th straight loss.

Blazers end Grizzlies' 7-game win streak (AP)

LaMarcus Aldridge scored 23 points and Marcus Camby grabbed a season-high 22 rebounds as the Portland Trail Blazers beat Memphis 97-84 on Tuesday night, snapping the Grizzlies' seven-game winning streak. Jamal Crawford scored 15 points, Wesley Matthews added 13 and Nicolas Batum and Raymond Felton had 10 each for Portland.

Crawford's 26 carry Blazers past Kings (AP)

Jamal Crawford knew what had been holding him back: too much thinking and not enough shooting. His coach and teammates agreed. Crawford scored a season-high 26 points and the Portland Trail Blazers returned home from a six-game road trip with a 101-89 win over the Sacramento Kings on Monday night. "All these guys said, `just play'," said Crawford, who joined the Blazers last month as a...

Crawford, Blazers handle Kings in return home
Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 26 points and the Portland Trail Blazers returned home from a six-game road trip with a 101-89 win over the Sacramento Kings on Monday night.

Magic hand Trail Blazers first home loss (AP)

Portland's pick and roll nearly undid the Magic. Orlando led by 23 points against the Trail Blazers on Wednesday night, but allowed Portland to close to within three points in the final minutes. The reason? Portland figured out how to work the pick and roll around Dwight Howard. "Yeah, we saw something," Blazers guard Jamal Crawford said.

Matthews helps Blazers improve to 3-0 (AP)

Raymond Felton was less concerned about showing up his old team than he was with helping his new one pull out a win. Felton had 23 points, including a key 3-pointer down the stretch, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Denver Nuggets 111-102 on Thursday night to remain undefeated after three games.

Crawford to sign with Blazers
Free-agent guard Jamal Crawford has decided to sign with the Portland Trail Blazers.

Free agent guard Crawford heading to Portland
Jamal Crawford has agreed to a contract with the Trail Blazers that sources say is for two years and $10 million.

Sources: Crawford, Blazers agree for two years
Jamal Crawford has agreed to a two-year, $10 million deal to play for the Trail Blazers, sources said.

G Crawford to sign with Trail Blazers (AP)
Free-agent guard Jamal Crawford has decided to sign with the Portland Trail Blazers. Crawford, who was reportedly considering Sacramento and the Blazers, announced his choice on Twitter, posting "Rip city!!!" The deal had yet to be formally signed. Crawford's agent, Aaron Goodwin, could not immediately be reached for comment Thursday.

Sources: Pacers enter the bidding for Crawford
The Pacers have extended a two-year offer worth $10 million to Hawks free agent Jamal Crawford that would enable Crawford to return to free agency next summer, according to sources with knowledge of the deal.

Sources: Chinese team Xinjiang eyes Crawford
The Xinjiang Flying Tigers in China are looking to sign Jamal Crawford now that the 2011-12 NBA season appears to be in jeopardy, according to sources close to the situation.

Aldridge hosts charity game in Portland (AP)
Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge put on a sold-out charity basketball game Sunday night with the NBA's tense labor situation as a backdrop. A fan held a sign that said "Thanks LaMarcus" during the game that included Kevin Durant of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Josh Howard of the Washington Wizards, Atlanta's Jamal Crawford and several other players.

Blazers F Aldridge to host charity game (AP)
Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge will host a charity basketball game on Sunday night at the University of Portland. Among the players expected to attend are fellow Blazers Brandon Roy and Wesley Matthews, Oklahoma City's Kevin Durant, Atlanta's Jamal Crawford and the Wizards' Josh Howard.

Ref admits blown call late in Hawks' win (AP)

NBA referee Bennett Salvatore acknowledged Sunday that he blew a call in the closing minutes of Atlanta's 100-88 victory over the Chicago Bulls, which evened the Eastern Conference semifinal at two games apiece. With 2 1/2 minutes remaining and the Hawks leading 90-84, Bulls star Derrick Rose went up for a shot beyond the 3-point stripe and appeared to be fouled by Jamal Crawford.

Crawford: If that was Bulls' best, Hawks are OK
Atlanta Hawks guard Jamal Crawford said if the Chicago Bulls gave their best shot in Game 2, the Hawks should be in good shape.

Hawks beat top-seeded Bulls in Game 1 (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 34 points and the Atlanta Hawks beat Derrick Rose and the top-seeded Chicago Bulls 103-95 on Monday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. As if the loss itself wasn't bad enough, the Bulls got a major scare when Rose came up limping at the end of the game. Their MVP candidate stepped on Jamal Crawford's foot as he dribbled out the final seconds and was...

Hawks eliminate Magic, get Bulls next (AP)

Joe Johnson provided his usual offensive spark. His biggest play, though, was getting a hand on a missed shot. Johnson scored 23 points and came up with a huge offensive rebound, leading the Atlanta Hawks to an 84-81 victory in Game 6 on Thursday night, knocking the Orlando Magic out of the playoffs. The Hawks, who won the series 4-2, advanced to the second round for the third straight year, this...

Hawks take Game 4 for 3-1 lead on Magic
Jamal Crawford scored 25 points and Joe Johnson hit four big free throws in the final 20 seconds after Atlanta struggled most of the night at the line, leading the Hawks to an 88-85 victory over the Orlando Magic and a 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference playoff series Sunday night.

Hawks hang on late to thrust Magic to the brink
Jamal Crawford scored 25 points and Joe Johnson hit four big free throws in the final 20 seconds, leading the Hawks to an 88-85 win over the Orlando Magic and a 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference playoff series.

Hawks win 88-85, take 3-1 lead on Magic (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 25 points and Joe Johnson hit four big free throws in the final 20 seconds after Atlanta struggled most of the night at the line, leading the Hawks to an 88-85 victory over the Orlando Magic and a 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference playoff series Sunday night. The Hawks will try to wrap up the best-of-seven series Tuesday night in Orlando.

Crawford's late 3 helps Hawks top Magic (AP)

Jamal Crawford banked in a 3-pointer with 5.7 seconds left to cap a brilliant second half, leading the Atlanta Hawks to an 88-84 victory over the Orlando Magic on Friday night and a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference playoff series. The Hawks led most of the game, but things got close and testy in the final minutes.

Crawford's 3 lifts Hawks as tempers flare in win
Jamal Crawford banked in a 3-pointer with 5.7 seconds left to cap a brilliant second half, leading the Atlanta Hawks to an 88-84 victory over the Orlando Magic on Friday night and a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference playoff series.

Crawford brilliant as Hawks beat Magic
Jamal Crawford banked in a 3-pointer with 5.7 seconds left to cap a brilliant second half, leading the Atlanta Hawks to an 88-84 victory over the Orlando Magic on Friday night and a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference playoff series.

Hawks overcome Howard's 46 to stun Magic (AP)

The Atlanta Hawks' dominance over the Orlando Magic this year is not just a regular-season phenomenon. For now, it also includes the postseason. Joe Johnson scored 25 points, Jamal Crawford finished with 23 and Atlanta beat Orlando 103-93 in Game 1 of their playoff series on Saturday, overcoming a monster night by Dwight Howard.

Howard's 46 not enough as Magic lose to Hawks
Joe Johnson scored 25 points, Jamal Crawford finished with 23 and the Atlanta Hawks beat Orlando 103-93 in Game 1 of their playoff series on Saturday, overcoming a monster night by Magic star Dwight Howard.

Howard scores 46, yet Hawks win big
Joe Johnson scored 25 points, Jamal Crawford finished with 23 and the Atlanta Hawks beat Orlando 103-93 in Game 1 of their playoff series on Saturday, overcoming a monster night by Magic star Dwight Howard.

Hawks rally past travel-weary Celtics (AP)

Al Horford capped his 35th double-double with a key tip-in with 7.9 seconds remaining and the Atlanta Hawks surged in the fourth quarter to beat the travel-weary Boston Celtics 88-83 on Friday night. The Hawks' lead was only three points when Horford tipped in a miss by Joe Johnson. Jamal Crawford had 20 points and Johnson had 19 despite making only 4 of 20 shots from the field.

Teague's career night helps Hawks snap slide
Jeff Teague matched a career high with 24 points, Jamal Crawford added 20 and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a four-game slide with a 91-82 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night.

Undermanned Hawks snap 4-game skid (AP)

Jeff Teague matched a career high with 24 points, Jamal Crawford added 20 and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a four-game slide with a 91-82 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night. LaMarcus Aldridge scored 22 and Wesley Matthews finished with 19 for Portland, which has lost two straight following a four-game winning streak.

Crawford helps Hawks hold off Blazers (AP)

Jamal Crawford had 23 points, including a key 3-pointer with 1:36 left, and the Atlanta Hawks held off a late rally by the Portland Trail Blazers for a 90-83 victory on Sunday night. Joe Johnson added 22 points and Atlanta led by as many as 23 in the sixth of a seven-game road trip. The Hawks are 3-3 on the trip, which wraps up Monday night in Denver.

Heat skid hits 4 with OT loss to Hawks (AP)

Josh Smith made a go-ahead layup with 34.7 seconds left in overtime, Joe Johnson scored 19 points and the Atlanta Hawks beat Miami 93-89 on Tuesday night to send the Heat to a fourth straight loss. Johnson had a game-tying layup with 25.4 seconds left in regulation and two game-sealing free throws with 5.2 seconds remaining in overtime.

Bibby's late 3, Crawford big night propel Hawks
Mike Bibby made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 8.2 seconds left, Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 36 points, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 104-101 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory.

Crawford's 36 points lift surging Hawks (AP)

Mike Bibby made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 8.2 seconds left, Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 36 points, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 104-101 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory. Joe Johnson scored 26 points and Al Horford had 10 points and 13 rebounds for the Hawks, who have won nine of their past 11 meetings with the Raptors.

Johnson's sharp-shooting helps Hawks roll Jazz
Joe Johnson scored 28 points, making five of seven 3-pointers, and Jamal Crawford added 26 off the bench as the Atlanta Hawks beat the Utah Jazz 110-87 on Wednesday night.

Hawks sink 14 3s, roll at Utah 110-87 (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 28 points, making five of seven 3-pointers, and Jamal Crawford added 26 off the bench as the Atlanta Hawks beat the Utah Jazz 110-87 on Wednesday night. The victory was the third straight on the road for Atlanta, which avenged a 90-86 loss Nov. 12 at home to the Jazz. Deron Williams and Andrei Kirilenko each had 19 points to lead the Jazz, who were without second-leading scorer...

Crawford's season-high 31 lift Hawks over Kings
Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 31 points, Joe Johnson had 29 and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Sacramento Kings 108-102 on Tuesday night.

Crawford's season-high 31 lift Hawks (AP)
Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 31 points, Joe Johnson had 29 and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Sacramento Kings 108-102 on Tuesday night. The Hawks squandered a 20-point lead in the fourth quarter, but made 10 free throws in the final minute to earn their fourth victory in five games. Josh Smith had 14 points and 11 rebounds as Atlanta beat the Kings for the sixth straight time.

Jamal Crawford of Atlanta Hawks out versus Boston Celtics with sore back
Hawks guard Jamal Crawford will miss Thursday night's game at Boston because of a sore back.

Magic healthy again but lose to Hawks (AP)

Josh Smith had 19 points and 13 rebounds, Mike Bibby made a critical 3-pointer in the final minute and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Orlando Magic 80-74 on Monday night. Al Horford added 16 points and 10 rebounds for the Hawks, who have won six of their last seven. Jamal Crawford had 15 points and Bibby finished with 13.

Heat pull away from Hawks late in win (AP)

LeBron James' new fan base in Miami had a response. So did his teammates. Chris Bosh scored 27 points, Dwyane Wade added 26 and the Miami Heat scored 11 straight points in the final minutes to beat the Atlanta Hawks 89-77 on Saturday night -- winning their fourth straight to move a season-high five games over .500.

Smith's triple-double lifts Hawks (AP)

Josh Smith had his third career triple-double, Marvin Williams added 17 points and 12 rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 96-78 Sunday. Smith finished with 12 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists as the Hawks won their third straight game after losing seven of the previous nine. Joe Johnson and Al Horford scored 16 points apiece and Jamal Crawford had 10.

Crawford, Hawks snap Knicks' 5-win streak
Jamal Crawford scored a game-high 21 points off the bench, and the Atlanta Hawks held off New York 99-90 on Saturday to snap the Knicks' five-game winning streak.

Hawks snap Knicks' 5-game win streak (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored a game-high 21 points off the bench, and the Atlanta Hawks held off New York 99-90 on Saturday to snap the Knicks' five-game winning streak. The former Knicks guard was helped out by 17 points and nine rebounds from Al Horford, and 14 points from Mike Bibby. Josh Smith added Marvin Williams had 13 each for the Hawks, who have won two straight after a three-game slide.

Crawford comes off bench to fuel Hawks
Jamal Crawford scored a game-high 21 points off the bench, and the Atlanta Hawks held off New York 99-90 on Saturday to snap the Knicks' five-game winning streak.

Crawford returns as Hawks remain undefeated
Jamal Crawford came back from a one-game absence due to a toe injury to score a season-high 22 points in his super-reserve role for the undefeated Atlanta Hawks in a 113-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night.

Hawks remain only unbeaten team in East (AP)

Jamal Crawford came back from a one-game absence due to a toe injury to score a season-high 22 points in his super-reserve role for the undefeated Atlanta Hawks in a 113-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night. Josh Smith had 20 points, eight rebounds, six assists and five more blocked shots, and the Hawks improved to 6-0 despite a low-impact performance by star Joe Johnson for...

Hawks stay unbeaten with late surge
Joe Johnson was struggling, Jamal Crawford was watching in street clothes and the rebounds were falling away from Atlanta players.

Atlanta Hawks' Jamal Crawford (turf toe injury) won't play vs. Detroit Pistons
Hawks guard Jamal Crawford has a turf toe injury and is sitting out against the Pistons.

Hawks G Crawford held out vs. Pistons (AP)
Hawks guard Jamal Crawford has a turf toe injury and is sitting out against the Detroit Pistons. Crawford injured his right foot in Atlanta's win at Cleveland on Tuesday night. He was unable to put on his shoe Wednesday and was ruled out of that night's game. Crawford, chosen as the NBA's Sixth Man of the year last season, is averaging 15.8 points per game.

Hawks remain only unbeaten team in East (AP)

Marvin Williams scored 22 points, Al Horford added 16 and 12 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks remained the only undefeated team in the Eastern Conference by beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-88 on Tuesday night for their fourth straight win. Jamal Crawford added 16 points and Joe Johnson and Mike Bibby had 15 apiece for the Hawks, who improved to 3-0 on the road and snapped a six-game losing...

Hawks hold off 76ers 104-101 (AP)

Al Horford had 20 points and 12 rebounds, Joe Johnson scored 22 points and Jamal Crawford finished with 19 to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 104-101 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night. Reserve Andres Nocioni, who scored 15 points, had his 27-footer partially blocked by Josh Smith as time expired, allowing the Hawks to move to 2-0 after wasting nearly all of a 15-point lead.

Jamal Crawford hoping for new deal with Atlanta Hawks
Jamal Crawford says every game in his first season in Atlanta felt like a concert. Now the winner of the NBA's Sixth Man Award last season is hoping for more than one encore with the Hawks.

Jamal Crawford hoping to stay with Hawks (AP)
Jamal Crawford says every game in his first season in Atlanta felt like a concert. Now the winner of the NBA's Sixth Man Award last season is hoping for more than one encore with the Hawks. Crawford will be an unrestricted free agent after the season. He had a quick answer when asked what he's looking for.

Sources: Jamal Crawford to ask Atlanta Hawks for a trade
Frustrated the Atlanta Hawks have not offered him a contract extension, Jamal Crawford will ask the club to trade him, according sources with knowledge of the situation.

Jamal Crawford of Atlanta Hawks seeks extension, sources say
Jamal Crawford, the league's reigning Sixth Man of the Year, has requested a contract extension from the Hawks, according to league sources.

Hawks rip Bucks in Game 7, to meet Magic (AP)
The Atlanta Hawks weren't going to let another game slip away on their home court. After keeping their season alive with a gutty win in Milwaukee, the Hawks made sure the Bucks were in no position to duplicate their improbable Game 5 upset. Jamal Crawford scored 22 points, Al Horford put up a double-double and Atlanta pulled away for a 95-74 win Sunday that gave the Hawks a 4-3 triumph in the...

Hawks knock out Bucks early to seal series win
Jamal Crawford scored 22 points, Al Horford put up a double-double and Atlanta pulled away for a 95-74 win Sunday that gave the Hawks a 4-3 triumph in the tougher-than-expected series. It was the only series to go the distance in the opening round.

Hawks stifle Bucks on road, force Game 7 (AP)
Jamal Crawford saw the end to his series-long shooting slump coming, making a promise after the pregame shootaround: It'll be back tonight. Crawford then went out and finally played like the NBA's sixth man of the year in the playoffs, scoring 24 points to help the Atlanta Hawks beat the Milwaukee Bucks 83-69 on Friday night to force a seventh game in the first-round series.

Hawks bury Bucks to force Game 7 in Atlanta
Jamal Crawford broke out of a slump with 24 points, Joe Johnson added 22 points and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Milwaukee Bucks 83-69 on Friday night to force a seventh game in the first-round series.

Hawks' Crawford named Sixth Man of Year (AP)
Accepting a backup role for the first time in his career, Atlanta Hawks guard Jamal Crawford was rewarded for his unselfishness Tuesday by being named the NBA Sixth Man of the Year. Crawford won the award going away with 580 of a possible 610 points, including 110 out of 122 first-place votes. Jason Terry of the Dallas Mavericks finished second with 220 points and Anderson Varejao of the Cleveland...

Atlanta Hawks guard Jamal Crawford named NBA Sixth Man of Year
Hawks guard Jamal Crawford has been named the NBA Sixth Man of the Year.

Hawks' Crawford wins NBA Sixth Man award
Atlanta Hawks guard Jamal Crawford has been named the NBA Sixth Man of the Year.

Crawford's 2nd-half surge whips Wiz in D.C.
Jamal Crawford scored 23 of his 28 points in the second half and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a six-game road losing streak with a 105-95 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night.

Crawford helps Hawks stay 3rd in East (AP)
Jamal Crawford scored 23 of his 28 points in the second half and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a six-game road losing streak with a 105-95 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Joe Johnson scored 20 points to help the Hawks remain in third place in the Eastern Conference and sweep the season series with the Wizards.

Hawks reach 50 wins for first time in 12 years
Jamal Crawford scored 15 of his 25 points when Atlanta took the lead in the second period, and the Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 107-101 on Friday night to reach 50 wins for the first time in 12 years.

Hawks climb to 3rd in East with 50th win (AP)
Jamal Crawford scored 15 of his 25 points when Atlanta took the lead in the second period, and the Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 107-101 on Friday night to reach 50 wins for the first time in 12 years. The Hawks were sluggish in the opening minutes, matching their season low for points in a first quarter when they trailed 25-14.

Hawks win 10th straight at home (AP)
Jamal Crawford scored 29 points, Al Horford added 20 points and 14 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Detroit Pistons 91-85 on Saturday night for their 10th straight home victory. The Hawks also handed Detroit its 11th straight loss, the Pistons' worst run since dropping 13 in a row Dec. 15-Jan.

Hawks down Pistons for 10th straight home win
Jamal Crawford scored 29 points, Al Horford added 20 points and 14 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Detroit Pistons 91-85 on Saturday night for their 10th straight home victory.

Hawks hand Lakers second straight loss (AP)
The Atlanta Hawks are looking to make a lengthy run in the NBA playoffs. Their bench sure appears deep enough for the long haul. Joe Johnson scored 25 points despite an aching thumb, but it was the Atlanta reserves who came up big against Kobe Bryant and the Lakers. Maurice Evans scored 18, Jamal Crawford added 14 and Zaza Pachulia chipped in with his first double-double in more than a year, leading...

Hawks hand Lakers second straight loss (AP)
Joe Johnson scored 25 points, Jamal Crawford got plenty of help off the Atlanta bench and the Hawks handed Los Angeles its second straight loss, breezing past the Lakers 109-92 Wednesday night. Kobe Bryant scored 28 points but only eight in the second half as Los Angeles lost back-to-back games for just the fourth time this season.

Hawks bench rules as Lakers lose 2nd straight
Joe Johnson scored 25 points, Jamal Crawford paced another dominating performance by the Atlanta bench and the Hawks handed Los Angeles its second straight loss, breezing past the Lakers 109-92 Wednesday night.

Crawford's big 2nd quarter lifts Hawks (AP)
Jamal Crawford had one of those second quarters that made it a lot easier for the Atlanta Hawks to play without Joe Johnson for the first time this season. Crawford hit a 30-footer at the buzzer to cap his game-breaking, 15-point period and the Hawks ran away from the woeful New Jersey Nets, 108-84 on Tuesday night.

Crawford's 29 carry Hawks over Wizards (AP)
As he sits on the bench at the start of each game, Jamal Crawford analyzes the opposition, the defenses they are employing, and the flow of the game. The Atlanta Hawks are sure glad their sixth-man extraordinaire is a quick study. Crawford scored 29 points and the Hawks avoided a three-game losing streak by beating the Washington Wizards 105-99 Thursday night.

Replay, Chandler's block give Knicks win (AP)

Upon further review, the Atlanta Hawks still can't beat the New York Knicks. The Knicks beat the Hawks for the third time this season, holding on for a 99-98 victory Monday night when video replay showed Al Horford's basket came after the buzzer. Wilson Chandler blocked Josh Smith's drive to the hoop with 1.7 seconds to play and the ball bounced out to Horford in the lane.

Josh Smith helps Hawks hold off Warriors (AP)

Josh Smith scored a season-high 29 points and Al Horford added 27 points and 15 rebounds as the surging Atlanta Hawks held off the Golden State Warriors 127-122 on Friday night. Atlanta, which has won four straight and six of seven, improved to 25-7 at home. The Hawks had six players in double figures, including Mike Bibby, who had a season-high 23 points, and Jamal Crawford, who scored 12 of his...

Hawks win third straight, defeat 76ers (AP)

Marvin Williams scored 21 points and Jamal Crawford added 20 to power the Atlanta Hawks to a 112-93 victory over the struggling Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Joe Johnson added 18 points, Al Horford had 12 and Mike Bibby 11 for the Hawks, who have won three straight and five of six. The 76ers, who have lost four in a row and seven of nine, were led by Lou Williams, who had 30 points.

Balanced Hawks soar over 76ers, win 3rd in row
Marvin Williams scored 21 points and Jamal Crawford added 20 to power the Atlanta Hawks to a 112-93 victory over the struggling Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night.

Hawks pull away from short-handed Bulls (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 21 points, Josh Smith added 17 points and a season-high 18 rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the short-handed Chicago Bulls 116-92 Monday night for their fourth win in five games. Marvin Williams had 18 points as Atlanta pulled away down the stretch after its 18-point, second-quarter lead was cut to five early in the fourth.

Kidd's triple-double gets Mavs by Hawks (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki scored 37 points, Jason Kidd had 19 points, 17 assists and 16 rebounds, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Atlanta Hawks 111-103 in overtime on Friday night for their sixth straight victory. Kidd had his first triple-double this season and 104th of his career, third-most in NBA history behind Oscar Robertson and Magic Johnson.

Josh Smith scores 27 to lift Hawks (AP)

Josh Smith scored a season-high 27 points, Joe Johnson added 21 and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 98-92 on Wednesday night. Al Horford finished with 11 points and 13 rebounds for the Hawks, who have won nine of 11 at home to improve to 22-6 at Philips Arena. Despite 19 points and 12 rebounds from Kevin Love, Minnesota remained stuck with five road wins, tied with Sacramento for...

Undermanned Warriors rally to beat Hawks (AP)

The Atlanta Hawks lost their big lead, then their composure and finally a game that could haunt them in their quest to win the NBA's Southeast Division. Stephen Curry scored 32 points and made the go-ahead free throw in the final minute after a technical foul on Jamal Crawford to help the Golden State Warriors rally from an 18-point deficit and beat the Atlanta Hawks 108-104 on Sunday night.

Red-hot Curry paces Warriors past Hawks
Stephen Curry scored 32 points and made the go-ahead free throw in the final minute after a technical foul on Jamal Crawford to help the Golden State Warriors rally from an 18-point deficit and beat the Atlanta Hawks 108-104 on Sunday night.

Curry shines as shorthanded Warriors tip Hawks
Stephen Curry scored 32 points and made the go-ahead free throw in the final minute after a technical foul on Jamal Crawford to help the Golden State Warriors rally from an 18-point deficit to beat the Atlanta Hawks 108-104 on Sunday night.

Atlanta Hawks without Jamal Crawford, Zaza Pachulia against the Miami Heat
The Atlanta Hawks are without guard Jamal Crawford and backup center Zaza Pachulia against the Miami Heat.

Crawford shines in 4th, Hawks win (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 28 points, including fourth 3-pointers in the fourth quarter that helped the Atlanta Hawks pull away from the Memphis Grizzlies for a 108-94 victory Tuesday night. Crawford scored 14 points in the final period, and on 5 of 7 from 3-point range in the game. Josh Smith added 17 for the Hawks and Marvin Williams and Al Horford scored 15 each as Atlanta snapped a three-game road...

Crawford powers Hawks past slumping Grizzlies
Jamal Crawford scored 28 points, including fourth 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, to help the Hawks pull away from the Grizzlies for a 108-94 victory.

Johnson, Crawford lift Hawks past Clips (AP)
Joe Johnson scored 34 points, Jamal Crawford added 22, and the Atlanta Hawks overcame a nine-point, fourth-quarter to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 103-97 on Wednesday night. The Hawks, coming off consecutive road losses at Orlando and Oklahoma City, improved to 20-5 at home. Chris Kaman and Eric Gordon each scored 17 points for Los Angeles.

Hawks finish season sweep of Celtics (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 16 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter and the Atlanta Hawks beat Boston 100-91 on Friday night to complete their first season sweep of the Celtics in 11 years. Jamal Crawford had 28 points as the Hawks recovered after Boston cut a 14-point deficit to one in the third quarter. The Hawks (30-15) completed the four-game sweep of the regular-season series to move one-half game...

Hawks snap 10-game skid in Houston (AP)

Josh Smith scored 22 points and grabbed 10 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a 10-game losing streak in Houston with a 102-95 victory over the Rockets on Monday night. Joe Johnson scored 20 points and Jamal Crawford added 17 as the Hawks won in the Toyota Center for the first time in seven visits.

Crawford, Horford lead Hawks by Bobcats (AP)

The Charlotte Bobcats were one of the hottest teams in the NBA. The Hawks took care of that with two dominating quarters. Jamal Crawford scored 24 points, Al Horford had 23 and Atlanta overwhelmed the Bobcats in the first and third periods on the way to a 103-89 victory Friday night that snapped Charlotte's six-game winning streak.

Crawford soars as Hawks overwhelm Bobcats
Jamal Crawford scored 24 points, Al Horford had 23 and the Atlanta Hawks overwhelmed Charlotte with dominating performances in the first and third quarters, beating the Bobcats 103-89 Friday night.

Reserve Crawford lifts Hawks past Kings (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 20 points to lead a strong effort by Atlanta's backups, and the Hawks bounced back from a sluggish start to beat the Sacramento Kings 108-97 on Wednesday night. Crawford, perhaps the NBA's top sixth man, led the Hawks in scoring for the 14th time this season, also knocking down the 22nd four-point play of his career.

Crawford sends off Suns with buzzer-beating 3
Jamal Crawford hit a long 3-pointer at the buzzer to cap an Atlanta comeback in the final seconds, giving the Hawks a 102-101 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Friday night.

Hawks top Suns on Crawford's 3 at buzzer (AP)

The Atlanta Hawks worked up a play that was supposed to produce an easy basket and overtime. The plan went awry. The result was even better. Jamal Crawford hit a long 3-pointer at the buzzer to cap an Atlanta comeback in the final seconds, giving the Hawks a 102-101 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Friday night.

Hawks win third straight, beat Wizards (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 24 points, Jamal Crawford added 22 and the Atlanta Hawks won their third straight game with a sluggish 94-82 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. Despite 25 points from Antawn Jamison, the Wizards lost their third straight and seventh in their last nine as the team tries to play through problems related to Gilbert Arenas' suspension.

Crawford's key 3s lift Hawks by Celtics (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 18 points, including two crucial 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Boston Celtics for the second time this season, 93-85 Friday night. Trailing 45-39 at the half, the Hawks dominated the third quarter and pushed their lead as high as 15 points. Boston fought back and pulled within two in the final period, but Crawford stymied the visiting...

Hawks hold off Celtics as Crawford seals victory
Jamal Crawford scored 18 points, including two crucial 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Boston Celtics for the second time this season, 93-85 Friday night.

Hot-shooting Hawks ride Crawford's 29 by Nets
Jamal Crawford and the Atlanta Hawks used one of their best shooting nights of the season to end a four-game losing streak and beat the struggling New Jersey Nets.

Hawks end 4-game skid, beat Nets 119-89 (AP)

Jamal Crawford and the Atlanta Hawks used one of their best shooting nights of the season to end a four-game losing streak and beat the struggling New Jersey Nets 119-89 on Wednesday night. Crawford scored 29 points and Joe Johnson added 20 while sitting out the fourth quarter. The Hawks, coming off their worst offensive performance of the season, set a season high by making 13 3-pointers,...

Hawks top Wolves, tie best start in team history
Jamal Crawford scored 26 points and Joe Johnson added 21 points and six assists, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 112-87 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Hawks match best start in team history (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 26 points and Joe Johnson added 21 points and six assists, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 112-87 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. Al Horford had 16 points and 11 rebounds and Mike Bibby added 18 points and six assists for the Hawks (20-7), who tied the best start in franchise history.

Hawks hand Raptors another double-digit loss
Joe Johnson scored 20 points, Jamal Crawford and Maurice Evans each had 15 and the Hawks handed the Raptors another double-digit loss, beating Toronto 111-89.

Balanced Hawks rout Raptors again (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 20 points, Jamal Crawford and Maurice Evans each had 15, and the Atlanta Hawks handed the Raptors another double-digit loss, beating Toronto 111-89 on Friday night. Zaza Pachulia scored 14 points, Jeff Teague had 11 and Al Horford scored 10 for Atlanta, which has won three straight and five of seven.

Crawford has 29 as Hawks rout Bulls (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 29 points and the Atlanta Hawks opened the second half with a 20-4 run and beat the Chicago Bulls 118-83 on Wednesday night. The Bulls, who have lost five straight and nine of 10, remained close only in the first period. Atlanta pushed its lead to double digits for good on a jam by Josh Smith with 5:17 remaining in the first half.

Smith ejected in Hawks' loss to Knicks (AP)

Josh Smith was in the locker room when the Atlanta Hawks were trying to find a way to stop the New York Knicks' cuts to the basket. Smith, ejected in the second quarter, proved to be a crucial missing piece. Al Harrington scored 27 points, Chris Duhon had 25 points and 10 assists and the Knicks used an effective combination of 3-pointers and drives to the basket to beat the Hawks 114-107 on...

Backcourt play helps Hawks end two-game skid
Jamal Crawford scored 11 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, Mike Bibby added 21 and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a two-game losing streak with a 100-86 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night.

Crawford's 11 in 4th help Hawks by 76ers (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 11 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, Mike Bibby added 21 and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a two-game losing streak with a 100-86 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night. Josh Smith scored 20 and Al Horford had 15 for the Hawks, who responded with a road win one night after falling 93-76 to the Orlando Magic.

Howard, Magic deal Hawks first home loss (AP)

Dwight Howard had 22 points and 17 rebounds, Vince Carter added 21 points and the Orlando Magic beat the Atlanta Hawks 93-76 on Thursday night. The Hawks, attempting to tie Phoenix for the NBA's best record, dropped to 11-4. They missed a chance to improve to 8-0 at home for the first time since 1993-94.

Hawks take it to Hornets as Paul stays at home
Joe Johnson scored 26 points, Jamal Crawford added 21, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the New Orleans Hornets 121-98 on Saturday night for their fourth straight victory.

Streaking Hawks rout Paul-less Hornets (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 26 points, Jamal Crawford added 21, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the New Orleans Hornets 121-98 on Saturday night for their fourth straight victory. The Hornets were without Chris Paul, who stayed home after spraining his ankle from the night before, and have lost three straight and five of six.

Hawks continue hot start, take down Celtics
Joe Johnson scored 24 points, Jamal Crawford had 18 and the Atlanta Hawks pulled away in the fourth quarter for a 97-86 win over the Boston Celtics on Friday night.

Hawks pull away in 4th to top Celtics (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 24 points, Jamal Crawford had 18 and the Atlanta Hawks pulled away in the fourth quarter for a 97-86 win over the Boston Celtics on Friday night. Josh Smith scored 14 and Al Horford had 12 points and 13 rebounds as the Hawks (7-2) continued their strong start this season, sending Boston to its second straight Friday night home loss.

Smith does it all as Hawks streak past Nuggets
Jamal Crawford scored 25 points, and Josh Smith had 22 points, nine rebounds, six blocked shots and seven assists in the Atlanta Hawks' 125-100 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night.

Josh Smith shines as Hawks rout Nuggets (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 25 points, and Josh Smith had 22 points, nine rebounds, six blocked shots and seven assists in the Atlanta Hawks' 125-100 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night. Smith was 8 of 10 from the field and 6 of 8 from the line. Joe Johnson added 21 points, Marvin Williams had 14, Mo Evans 12 and Al Horford and Mike Bibby 11 each for the Hawks.

Crawford's 27 off bench lift Hawks past Blazers
Jamal Crawford scored 27 points off the bench and the Atlanta Hawks outlasted the Portland Trail Blazers 97-91 on Tuesday night.

Reserve Crawford scores 27, Hawks win (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 27 points off the bench and the Atlanta Hawks outlasted the Portland Trail Blazers 97-91 on Tuesday night. Al Horford's dunk with 56.6 seconds left made it 95-89 and all but sealed it for the Hawks. Horford finished with 11 points and 13 rebounds. LaMarcus Aldridge, who was questionable going into the game with a knee injury, led the Blazers with 20 points and 14 rebounds.

Magic finish preseason with 8-0 record (AP)

Vince Carter was 9 of 10 from the field and scored 26 points to lead the Orlando Magic to a 123-86 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night to cap the NBA's only unbeaten preseason. The Magic (8-0) won their exhibition games by an average of 18 points. Carter, acquired in an offseason trade with New Jersey, made all five of his 3-point attempts.

Hawks announce deals with Bibby, Pachulia
The Atlanta Hawks are hustling to keep pace with the Eastern Conference's elite teams. The Hawks, who traded for guard Jamal Crawford last month, on Monday announced they have re-signed unrestricted free agents Mike Bibby and Zaza Pachulia. The Hawks finished the 2008-09 regular season as the No. 4 team in the conference. Coach Mike Woodson said moves made by Eastern Conference powers Boston, Orlando and Cleveland put pressure on the Hawks to also be active this offseason.

Stockwatch: Got Ford? Tough
The Pacers have undergone a changing of the guard while Don Nelson and Jamal Crawford are at it once again with the Warriors. Our Sergio Gonzalez touches on that and more in the latest Fantasy Stockwatch.




Warriors pound Wizards 119-98 (AP)

Jamal Crawford's first game with Golden State was a humiliating loss at Washington eight weeks ago. After seeing the Warriors' injury problems and daunting holiday schedule, the newcomer sensed Golden State might be a grim place for a while. The cloud over the Warriors finally seems to be lifting with ample help from Crawford, who has barely left the court at all during their first real streak of...

Crawford gets Warriors by Hawks 119-114 (AP)

Stephen Jackson showed coach Don Nelson his bothersome right hamstring was no longer an issue, hitting a key 3-pointer late in the game against Atlanta -- right in front of the home bench. "I bumped my knee and that hurt more than the hamstring," Jackson said. "If I can walk and spit at the same time, I know I'm going to play 40 minutes." Jackson, who missed four games with a right hamstring...

Crawford's 3 gives Warriors wild win (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 32 points and hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 11.3 seconds left in a pell-mell fourth quarter, and the Golden State Warriors snapped their five-game losing streak with a thrilling 120-117 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday night. Danny Granger scored 15 of his career high-tying 42 points for Indiana in the fourth quarter, including a 3-pointer that put the Pacers up...

Williams' 25 and 15 assists lift Jazz (AP)

Deron Williams had 25 points and 15 assists, Ronnie Brewer scored seven crucial points down the stretch, and the Utah Jazz held off the Golden State Warriors 119-114 on Monday night. Williams tied his season high in assists as the Jazz led most of the way but could never break the game open from the Warriors, despite the loss of Stephen Jackson to a hamstring injury at the end of the first half.

Wounded Warriors without Crawford vs. Heat
For once, Jamal Crawford will take it easy on the Miami Heat.

Groin sidelines Warriors G Crawford (AP)
For once, Jamal Crawford will take it easy on the Miami Heat. The Golden State guard missed the Warriors' game in Miami on Tuesday night with a strained left groin, adding to the team's significant injury woes. Golden State has already been without Monta Ellis (ankle), Corey Maggette (hamstring) and Stephen Jackson (left hand).

Crawford's 50 lift Warriors by Bobcats (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 50 points to help the undermanned Golden State beat the Charlotte Bobcats 110-103 on Saturday night, giving Warriors coach Don Nelson a win in his first game with a new coaching strategy. A night after Nelson announced he would no longer have anything to do with the Warriors' NBA-worst defense, assistant Keith Smart handled that part of the game, while Crawford handled the...

Granger's 41 lift Pacers past Warriors (AP)

Danny Granger scored 17 of his 41 points in the fourth quarter to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Golden State Warriors 127-120 on Wednesday night for their second straight victory. Granger also had 11 rebounds and six assists, and made all 17 of his free throws. Jarrett Jack scored 24 points, Marquis Daniels added 23, and rookie Brandon Rush had 10 points and 11 rebounds in his second career...

Record-setting Knicks win 138-125 (AP)

Chris Duhon had a franchise-record 22 assists, David Lee had career highs of 37 points and 21 rebounds, and the New York Knicks rang up a record-setting 82 points in the first half in a 138-125 victory over Golden State on Saturday night. Duhon set Lee up for numerous dunks against the defenseless Warriors, who completed a winless five-game Eastern trip and looked as if they couldn't wait to get...

Wizards win Tapscott's debut as coach (AP)

Ed Tapscott's coaching debut with the Washington Wizards was much more successful than Jamal Crawford's playing debut with the Golden State Warriors. Coaching his first game of any sort since a spot on the bench in his daughter's youth league in 1993 -- "We won, but she complained about playing time," he said -- Tapscott juggled a few things Tuesday night and guided the Wizards to a 124-100...

Knicks gain cap space by dealing top scorers
On the heels of the trade of Jamal Crawford for Al Harrington, Knicks president Donnie Walsh completed a gigantic day by pulling off a second blockbuster that will clear even more salary cap space for the summer of 2010 #151; when Cavaliers star LeBron James will be a free agent.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/461333843" height="1" width="1"/

Knicks trade Crawford, then Randolph (AP)
The New York Knicks traded Zach Randolph and Jamal Crawford in separate deals Friday, parting with their two top scorers to free up coveted salary-cap space for the summer of 2010. Crawford was sent to Golden State for forward Al Harrington. Hours later, Randolph was shipped to the Los Angeles Clippers along with reserve guard Mardy Collins for Cuttino Mobley and Tim Thomas.

Knicks send Crawford to Warriors; Randolph next?
On the heels of the trade of Jamal Crawford for Al Harrington, Knicks president Donnie Walsh was on the verge of completing a gigantic day by pulling off a second blockbuster that will clear even more salary cap space for the summer of 2010 #151; when Cavaliers star LeBron James will be a free agent.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/461292158" height="1" width="1"/

Knicks acquire Harrington for Crawford (AP)
The Golden State Warriors traded disgruntled forward Al Harrington to the Knicks for guard Jamal Crawford on Friday in a swap that addresses both the Warriors' injury problems and New York's salary cap concerns. "I drafted Al back in 1998, and I think his talents are a great fit for our style of play," Knicks president Donnie Walsh said in announcing the deal in a statement.

Warriors trade Harrington to Knicks for Crawford
The Warriors and Knicks have agreed in principle on a deal sending disgruntled forward Al Harrington to New York for Jamal Crawford.

Knicks expected to acquire Harrington (AP)
The New York Knicks were expected to announce a trade for Golden State Warriors forward Al Harrington on Friday. Media reports had the Knicks sending guard Jamal Crawford to Golden State, though it was unclear if he was the only player. A trade was expected to be announced later Friday, according to a person with knowledge of the deal who spoke on condition of anonymity because it hadn't been...

Knicks build 30-point lead, top Thunder (AP)
Jamal Crawford and Zach Randolph each scored 29 points, combining for 10 in the final 4 minutes after New York had blown most of a 30-point lead, and the Knicks held on to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 116-106 on Friday night. Nate Robinson made his first five shots, giving him 13 in a row over two games, and Randolph had 19 rebounds in his seventh straight double-double.

Knicks hand Jazz first loss, 107-99 (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 32 points, and the New York Knicks ended the Utah Jazz's undefeated start with a 107-99 victory Sunday. Zach Randolph had 25 points and 14 rebounds for the Knicks (4-2), who moved two games over .500 for the first time since they were 16-14 on Jan. 1, 2005. Chris Duhon added 16 points, nine assists and five rebounds in a strong all-around game.

D'Antoni wins in Knicks coaching debut (AP)
Mike D'Antoni's New York Knicks are off and running -- and a couple of former core players could only sit and watch. Jamal Crawford scored 29 points, Zach Randolph added 20, and the Knicks beat the Miami Heat 120-115 on Wednesday night in their first game under D'Antoni. Wilson Chandler had 17 points and nine rebounds, and David Lee and Quentin Richardson each scored 16 points for New York.

Crawford throws support behind coach D'Antoni
Knicks guard Jamal Crawford has changed his mind when it comes to his new coach.

Hornets top Knicks, clinch playoff berth (AP)

Chris Paul had 33 points and 15 assists, and the New Orleans Hornets became the first Western Conference team to clinch a playoff berth by beating the New York Knicks 118-110 on Friday night. Jamal Crawford had 29 points for the Knicks, who have lost 17 of 19 but stayed competitive into the fourth quarter.

Crittenton’s 23 helps Memphis top Knicks (AP)

Javaris Crittenton scored 23 points, Rudy Gay added 21, and the Memphis Grizzlies had their best offensive performance this season in a 130-114 victory Wednesday night over the New York Knicks, who hired Donnie Walsh as their new president earlier in the day. Michael Conley added 18 points, Juan Carlos Navarro had 16 and Mike Miller 15 as eight Grizzlies reached double figures.

Knicks need OT to end 7-game home skid (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 24 points, including the go-ahead jumper with about 2 1/2 minutes left in overtime, and the New York Knicks ended their longest home losing streak in nearly 45 years by beating the Miami Heat 103-96 on Wednesday night. The Heat erased a six-point deficit in the final 1:30 of regulation by hitting three 3-pointers, including Ricky Davis' tying shot with 6.4 seconds left.

Grizzlies end road skid at 18 (AP)

Mike Miller scored 24 of his 34 points in the first half, and the Memphis Grizzlies snapped an 18-game road losing streak Friday night with a 120-106 victory over the New York Knicks. Rudy Gay added 24 points for the Grizzlies, who stormed to a 19-point halftime lead, blew it all before the end of the third quarter, then pulled away again for their first win outside Memphis since beating Indiana...

Knicks end 7-game slide, down Heat 91-88 (AP)

Jamal Crawford doomed the Miami Heat again. Crawford scored 23 points, including a 3-pointer that stopped a huge Miami run in the final minutes, and the New York Knicks wasted most of a 14-point fourth-quarter lead before beating the Heat 91-88 on Wednesday night and snapping a seven-game losing streak.

Knicks to take on Blazers without top four scorers
Jamal Crawford and Eddy Curry were added to the injury list Saturday night, leaving the New York Knicks without their top four scorers for their game against Portland.

Howard's 26 and 22 lead Magic by Knicks (AP)

Dwight Howard had 26 points and 22 rebounds to help the short-handed Orlando Magic beat the New York Knicks 118-92 on Saturday night. Howard thrived in the paint with the Knicks missing Zach Randolph, their second-leading scorer and top rebounder. Randolph took a few shots in pregame warmups, then went to the locker room because of a sore right foot.

Knicks enjoy rare rout, beat Bobcats (AP)

Nate Robinson scored 22 points, Jamal Crawford added 20, and the New York Knicks matched their easiest victory of the season by beating the Charlotte Bobcats 113-89 on Wednesday night. Zach Randolph had 18 points and Quentin Richardson 17 for the Knicks, who are usually on the other end of these types of beatings.

Isiah says Knicks miss Marbury this season
Isiah Thomas thinks the Knicks' season would have been much different if Stephon Marbury had been around. And yet, Thomas seems ready to move on without his point guard next season. A day after finally seeming to confirm that Marbury won't play again this season, Thomas said Wednesday the Knicks will go into 2008-09 needing a third guard to play with Jamal Crawford and Nate Robinson.

Crawford's 43 power Knicks past Raptors (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 43 points, leading the New York Knicks to a 103-99 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night in the opener of a home-and-home series. Zach Randolph added 26 points and 15 rebounds, and made a layup with the Knicks clinging to a two-point lead with 40 seconds remaining.

Knicks score 23 in OT, beat Wizards (AP)

Zach Randolph had 24 points and 10 rebounds, Jamal Crawford added 21 points and the New York Knicks broke a franchise record by scoring 23 points in overtime of a 113-100 victory over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night. Three-pointers from Nate Robinson and Quentin Richardson and a pair of dunks from David Lee at the start of the extra period helped the Knicks pull away to win for only the...

Knicks rally, end 8-game losing skid (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 30 points, Fred Jones added 18, and the New York Knicks overcame a 17-point, third-quarter deficit to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 99-98 Saturday night and break an eight-game losing streak. David Lee added 17 points and nine rebounds for the Knicks, who had matched their longest skid of the season with an overtime loss to San Antonio on Friday.

Clips end 9-game road skid, top Knicks (AP)

Corey Maggette scored 19 points in his return to the lineup, and the Los Angeles Clippers snapped a nine-game road losing streak by beating the slumping New York Knicks 103-94 on Monday night. Chris Kaman, who like Maggette had missed the last four games with the flu, added 15 points and nine rebounds as Los Angeles improved to 1-2 on its seven-game road trip.

Knicks still optimistic about playoffs (AP)
Jamal Crawford was mostly ho-hum as he sat on a scorer's table and chatted before his New York Knicks' annual visit to play his hometown SuperSonics. But one mention of how the middling Eastern Conference somehow hasn't completely buried New York from playoff contention, despite the Knicks entering Saturday a season-worst 18 games under .500 at 14-32, brought a wide smile to the face of New York's...

Randolph leads Knicks past reeling 76ers (AP)

Zach Randolph had 16 points and 15 rebounds to help the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 89-81 Friday night in a matchup of two of the worst teams in the Eastern Conference. Jamal Crawford had 18 points and reserve David Lee finished with 14 for the Knicks, who have won five of seven and now head west for a five-game trip that starts Sunday night at Golden State.

Heat's skid to 13, worst ever for Riley (AP)

None of the New York Knicks were expected on South Beach for Dwyane Wade's 26th birthday party Saturday night. They pretty much ruined the mood beforehand, adding to a season of Heat misery. Jamal Crawford scored 22 points and Nate Robinson added 19, including a banked jumper with 2:20 left that put New York ahead to stay, and the Knicks beat Miami 88-84 -- sending the Heat to their 13th straight...

Knicks clinch season series against Nets (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 35 points and hit a tiebreaking 3-pointer, leading New York to a 111-105 victory Wednesday night over the New Jersey Nets that gave the Knicks the season series for the first time in eight years. Zach Randolph added 24 points and 11 rebounds for the Knicks, who are 3-0 against their cross-river rivals after the Nets had owned the series since Jason Kidd arrived...

Knicks enjoy rarity: Back-to-back wins (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 29 points and the New York Knicks beat the Washington Wizards 105-93 Tuesday night to give them consecutive victories for only the third time this season. Zach Randolph and Nate Robinson added 14 points apiece for the Knicks, who will go for their first three-game winning streak of the season Wednesday at New Jersey.

Knicks rally past Bulls, end 7-game skid (AP)
Eddy Curry scored a season-high 29 points, Jamal Crawford added 24 and the New York Knicks rallied to beat the Chicago Bulls 105-100 Tuesday night and snap a seven-game losing streak. The Knicks trailed by 13 early in the fourth and were down 98-91 after Chicago's Joe Smith hit a turnaround jumper midway through the quarter.

Marbury returns but doesn't dress; Crawford out
Jamal Crawford missed the Knicks' game against Chicago on Sunday because of a bruised right hand, leaving New York without its normal starting backcourt.

Knicks' Crawford, Marbury not playing (AP)
Jamal Crawford missed the Knicks' game against Chicago on Sunday because of a bruised right hand, leaving New York without its normal starting backcourt. Stephon Marbury was back with the team after missing most of the month following the death of his father, but wasn't in uniform and it isn't known when he will rejoin the lineup.

Marbury back but still not playing
Jamal Crawford missed the Knicks' game against Chicago on Sunday because of a bruised right hand, leaving New York without its normal starting backcourt. Stephon Marbury was back with the team after missing most of the month following the death of his father, but wasn't in uniform and it isn't known when he will rejoin the lineup. Crawford, who leads the Knicks with 19.2 points per game, was hurt Friday during practice when he banged his hand into a teammate's knee.

Isiah's Knicks roll past Cavs 108-90 (AP)

The Knicks have heard it from the fans and media all season. When the criticisms started coming from their coach, it was time to respond. David Lee scored 17 of his 22 points in the first half, Jamal Crawford added 21, and New York beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 108-90 Wednesday for its most lopsided victory of the season.

Curry ends slump, Knicks snap skid at 5 (AP)

Eddy Curry knew he had to start playing better before his team could. Curry scored 23 points, a night after hitting rock bottom during a scoring slump, and the New York Knicks beat the New Jersey Nets 94-86 on Saturday night to snap a five-game losing streak. Jamal Crawford led New York with a season-high 32 points.

Marbury only plays 1st half in loss (AP)

Samuel Dalembert scored 20 points, Lou Williams and Andre Iguodala each scored 15 and the Philadelphia 76ers snapped a three-game losing streak with a 101-90 win over the New York Knicks on Friday night. Jamal Crawford scored New York's first 16 points in the fourth and finished with 28 points. David Lee had 16 points and 11 rebounds.

Short-handed Knicks beat Nets 100-93 (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 29 points, Zach Randolph added 25, and the New York Knicks overcame the absences of two starters to beat the New Jersey Nets 100-93 on Wednesday night. With point guard Stephon Marbury and center Eddy Curry unavailable, reserves Fred Jones and David Lee stepped into the lineup and both finished in double figures, helping New York beat its cross-river rival for only the second...

Knicks bounce back, beat Bucks 91-88 (AP)

No questioning the Knicks' effort on this night. Jamal Crawford made the go-ahead basket with 28 seconds left, and New York erased a 17-point deficit to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 91-88 on Friday. One night after they were accused of quitting during a 104-59 loss in Boston, the Knicks surged back in the fourth quarter to win for the third time in four games.

Dime: Knicks appease MSG crowd
The booing at Madison Square Garden wasn't nearly as bad, Dime reports, after Jamal Crawford and the Knicks knocked off Utah.

Crawford, Knicks end home opener drought (AP)

At last, something for Isiah Thomas and the Knicks to celebrate. Jamal Crawford scored 10 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, and New York won its home opener for the first time in six years, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 97-93 on Sunday night. After an embarrassing offseason followed by a loss at Cleveland in their opener, the Knicks were finally winners again thanks to Crawford, who...

Crawford helps Knicks top Wolves
Jamal Crawford scored 10 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter and the New York Knicks won their home opener for the first time in six years by beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 97-93 Sunday night. After an embarrassing offseason followed by a loss at Cleveland in their opener, the Knicks finally had something to celebrate thanks to Crawford, who keyed the stretch in the middle of the fourth quarter that allowed New York to build enough of a cushion for the final minutes.

Knicks show a little something
The Celtics played their regulars Monday, but Dime Smack says Jamal Crawford and the Knicks looked more than just competent.

Jamal Crawford, G - NY
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Knicks beat Maccabi Tel Aviv 112-85
Jamal Crawford scored 16 points, Zach Randolph added 15, and the New York Knicks beat Maccabi Tel Aviv 112-85 Thursday night in a preseason home opener that often felt more like a road game. There was little reaction toward Isiah Thomas during introductions in the first game in New York since a jury found that the coach and Madison Square Garden sexually harassed former team executive Anucha Browne Sanders.

Isiah hears few boos in preseason opener (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 16 points, Zach Randolph added 15, and the New York Knicks beat Maccabi Tel Aviv 112-85 Thursday night in a preseason home opener that often felt more like a road game. There was little reaction toward Isiah Thomas during introductions in the first game in New York since a jury found that the coach and Madison Square Garden sexually harassed former team executive Anucha...