Do We Really Need a Registry Cleaner?
First thing first to ask yourself when you want to use a registry cleaner: "what do you need it for?" Is it for fixing your troubled Windows, optimizing your system, or just toying around with the kind of tool that your friends are bragging about? One thing you should know about registry cleaner is that it modifies and deletes your registry entries. Of course the entries it deletes supposed to be those that we don't need anymore. That is why it works as a cleaner. And it's no problem when the tool you're using knows enough what it's doing. But if they don't, your files and documents will be missing everywhere, Windows might behave strangely or even worse it stop working completely.
Admittedly, Windows is not good enough at cleaning and managing its own registry. Most of the problems inside the registry happen because there are so many activities taking place on your Windows, from installing and updating programs to customizing Windows. Everything is recorded inside the registry and it never stops growing in size. But it doesn't necesarily means that it's the culprit behind your slow operating Windows or certain crashes that haunt your working hours. Windows is a complex system and there is no way that focusing in cleaning up the registry will solve those issues. Yes it might give the system some performance help as the registry becomes slimmer but in reality you might not notice the gap. In fact, if you have high-end PC and you are still having performance issue, my suggestion is to leave your registry alone as it's absolutely impossible that your registry can bother your system that much. The issue might come from other sources like slow or conflicting internet security suite, software that loads their key processes even when not being used, programs that are active in the background, badly-set Windows settings, and there are so many more possibilities.
Does It Mean Registry Cleaner is Dead?
In the very basic form of a registry cleaner software that do nothing than simply cleaning up your registry, yes I think it is useless. But if you find a free registry cleaner with great and reliable cleaning mechanism, then go ahead, it's worth a shot. The industry now have evolved though. We've seen some software not only offers a solid registry cleaning tool but also dozens of others to help you optimize, modify, and even beautify your Windows. Several companies go even further to develop unique features in their suites like cloud-based optimization, dynamic and real-time system analysis, and even a feature with an easy on-off switch to disable a software from loading all of its key processes to save Windows system resource as an alternative option to uninstallation.
But still, with all of this progress, it's amazing to see that traditional registry cleaner is still popular among PC owners seeking after extra speed that lost from their PC or seeking solution for their Windows problems. Ironically, the searching for the right package itself will also be just the start of another problem. There are so many poor registry cleaners out there with aggressive marketing strategy and intimidating way of selling. With this ruthless kind of approaching, you will easily end up choosing the wrong software.
Last year to my surprise that when I tested a specific registry cleaner called FixTool aka Perfect Optimizer (they have so many exact clones for marketing purpose), my Norton AntiVirus recognized the program as "a misleading application that may give exaggerated reports of errors on the computer." What surprising me more is the number of other registry cleaners that join this Symantec threat list database. I didn't stop there. I then go to websites where consumers report bad products like ComplaintsBoard and RipoffReport. I checked several names that got so many buzz by internet marketers but very quiet on the big online media. Joining the FixTool are RegCure, Registry Fix, ErrorFix, and RegTool. Lots of consumers echo very similar complains over and over again about these products. Don't memorize the names though as most of them are fly-by-night products which possibly will disappear instantly next month or year. Although when that happens, they will probably still use the same engine. FixTool for example, it has different name, different website, but same engine and interface as Perfect Optimizer. Same case happens with ErrorFix and RegTool. If you think that is too much, search and Google for the keyword registry cleaner(s). If you find any registry cleaner with name you never even heard of, offer free download, got so many buzz but no achievement, and got high red marks in complaint board for its customer dissatisfaction, you will get an idea of how big the brotherhood of scamming in the internet really is.
Check if the publisher has a physical and valid office address. This is important to make sure they are not fly-by-night companies that can change their identity over night. Check if this company has long and proven track record. Big companies like TuneUp and Iolo has been around for more than 10 years. Go to their website and read the company's profile and see what prestigious awards they have got for their product. Omit any award from download site like Softpedia, Softsea, or Tucows as it is meaningless and very often fictive.
Registry cleaner is much related to registry problems solving and errors finding. But you are wrong to think that its capability is highly associated with high number of errors finding. Yes, you need a registry cleaner that can find errors and problems that are missed by other registry cleaners. But you also don't want it mess up valid entries. Bad registry cleaner usually has so many false positives in their report just to give good first impression. Most of these software are over-reporting, a single problem may have been divided into dozens of sub-parts prior to reporting. You should question the accuracy if the finding reaches hundreds or thousands of errors.
With its over-reporting, bad registry cleaner will scare you that unless these errors are fixed, your computer might suffer from critical problems and slow performance. This is to lure you into making a fast purchase. But this is only just the beginning. With its shoddy technical design and poor scanning algorithm, it will easily identify false positives. This registry cleaner will modify or even delete working and valid entries. Furthermore, your important files could also be in jeopardy. Legitimate software does not use such exaggerated claims and will provide straightforward, useful information about the status of your Windows, not frightening alarms.
Check for complaints in the legitimate consumer forum. It's true that there will be always complains even for big and legitimate software. Just look at Norton Antivirus from Symantec. It is a great security product but still there are many people who hate it for personal reason. One thing for sure, you can always assure yourself that the product you are going to buy is totally crap if there are dozens of consumers complaining on how one product ruining their systems.
Finally, the last thing you should do is testing the software for yourself. Avoid trying a product that only grant you free scanning ability but not repairing ability. This is vital because it is when repairing and optimizing does a registry cleaner really show what it is capable of.
Is It the Right Needle?
After successfully avoid any bad registry cleaner, however in order to find the most ideal one among those trusted products to help you optimize or fix your Windows problems, you still need to ask yourself why you need a registry cleaner? If you need a registry cleaner to solve your Windows problems, unfortunately there are very few software that can meet this criteria. Furthermore, even the more sophisticated utilities suites that are equipped with more features cannot offer you a fix-all-problems button. System Mechanic from Iolo for instance, it does have a cloud-based system scanning and Drive Medic to help you boot your Windows and check your hard-drive for errors. But that's it. Also, the more serious Windows maintenance software like Spotmau PowerSuite even has some limitations. Although able to run independently outside any OS and run dozens of tools from there (in case you can't access your Windows) and able to recover your previous Windows state or even fix the NTLDR missing issue, it still can't do much of recovery process if you use it after the problem exist.
So in this matter, the best suggestion is to be specific. If you only loose certain .dll files, search Microsoft website and you might get the right patch for it. Avoid registry cleaner as it can't replace the missing file. It's the same for most other issues. You might want to search the internet for a "how-to" article on solving the problems rather than looking for an easy fix-all-problems software. But if you want a software as your umbrella before the rain is falling, Spotmau PowerSuite can relatively fulfill it.
For optimization purpose, again you should find beyond traditional registry cleaner because what makes your computer runs slower is more than just registry problems. It might be caused by heavily fragmented chunks of sectors in your hard drive that are accumulated overtime. There are also junk files that you should concern for the extra burden they give to your system in sorting out and indexing. Abundant startup entries also become the culprit on the lag of Windows process at startup. Another possibility is that there are settings in your Windows that are not optimized and suit your system very well. And actually, you can fix all these issues using no additional tools other than those that are already available in your Windows.
On the other hand, the industry has evolved as I said earlier. Many registry cleaners also offer extra tools to do just these with only one single click. But what's astonishing is the fact that several other products go even further by adding extra value to what Windows has already offered for optimization. For instance, instead of browsing your Windows explorer and desperately search individual files that you don't need anymore, now you can see your entire file library summed up and presented in a chart categorized either by size, type, or importance. Or instead of manually disabling any unused startup entries using Windows' System Configuration Utility and having a chance to ruin your startup process, now you can get a cloud-based recommendation from the community on which entry is important and which is not. Or instead of uninstalling that huge resource-consuming movie creator program that you only use occasionally, now you can disable it to make any key process associated with it leaved unload in the background and have the option to enable it anytime you want in a second by a click of a mouse. These extra values among others can be found on TuneUp Utilities, unarguably the best optimization software out there at the moment.
At the end of the day, I can't recommend you any of these software for all your purposes. You simply can't have it all to get the best of each category. So it is important to know exactly where you more focused at. For Windows maintenance and recovery, there is Spotmau PowerSuite as a recommendation. For Windows optimization there is TuneUp Utilities. If you still insist to get the right balance of Windows optimization and maintenance in one software, go with System Mechanic Pro. Although once again, you may loose many recovery possibilities that are offered by PowerSuite or optimization prospects that are offered by TuneUp. Lastly there are general category for modifying, maintaining, and beautifying your Windows. In this category I can recommend you Advanced System Optimizer from Systweak that is equipped with more than enough tools and utilities to help you dig more from your Windows. It has a great registry cleaner module with rigorous yet reliable scanning and cleaning capabilities. And although it doesn't give extra value for tools that are already offered by Windows, it pays it off with far lower price tag and more extra tools that are absence in both TuneUp Utilities or System Mechanic.


An easy summer dinner, this Rosemary Grilled Chicken on Cabbage is delicious and gluten free.
Cabbage is a vegetable I've only been friends with the past couple of years. I never really liked cabbage, as I did not particularly enjoy salads (hated vinegar and oil) or fermented food (hated sour things). But, as I grew older and wiser, I discovered balsamic vinegar and pumpkin seed oil and salads quickly became a large part of my diet.
So enter the humble cabbage. I now LOVE the crisp young summer cabbage, which I simply shred thinly and dress in a salad. But I also love it in this recipe. Stir-frying the cabbage quickly in the same pan where the chicken has been grilled, gives it a totally new flavor dimension. Not your average plain shredded cabbage this!
This Grilled Chicken on Cabbage is seasoned with fresh herbs like thyme and rosemary, which gives it a light taste of summer. The quick sear lets the meat develop juice while resting, that you can add as a dressing on top of the stir-fried cabbage, as well.
Rosemary Grilled Chicken on Cabbage is gluten-free and dairy-free. I did serve it with a side of french fries (as seen in pictures), which you can absolutely do without and make your meal low-carb. Just perfect for summer!
An easy summer dinner, this Rosemary Grilled Chicken on Cabbage is delicious, gluten-free and dairy-free.
Cut chicken breast into fillets. Brush chicken with a coat of olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme and fresh rosemary. Coat evenly. Let marinate in fridge for an hour, or overnight.
Take cabbage heat and with a sharp knife shred into thin strips. If your cabbage is clean and organic, you do not need to wash it, otherwise give it a wash and drain well.
Heat a grill pan to medium and brush with a bit of olive oil. Add chicken to pan and grill on each side for about 6 minutes, depending how thick your fillets are. When the bottom is seared, flip on the other side and grill for another couple of minutes. Make sure there is no pink meat in the middle.
Remove from pan and set aside to rest. Return pan to stove without cleaning it, and add shredded cabbage to pan. Quickly stir-fry for a couple of minutes until the cabbage softens, making sure to rub it in any sticky residue in the pan. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then remove from pan and place on a plate.
Cut chicken into slices and add on top of the cabbage. Pour over any meat juice that developed while the chicken was resting. Serve.
Optionally, you can serve with a side of french fries or baked potatoes, but keep in mind the dish will not be low-carb anymore.
I've not thought of serving cabbage like this, what a great idea, it sounds delicious.
Thanks! It's an easy way to serve the cabbage in a slightly different way, but with a big flavor difference! I hope you like it!


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Q: Emacs ESS SAS: Automatic windows splitting to display program, log, and listing I would like to set up Emacs /ESS so that upon pressing F3 to run a program (on server), it would split my windows into 3 sections. Ideally, it would have one larger window on one side for the SAS program and two half-height windows on the other side containing the LOG and LST files.
I have been using C-x 2 and C-x 3 to split my Emacs windows manually, then cycling through the buffers in each window to get the result I described. This works, but it would be great to have this be automated in some way.
Is this possible, and if so, how can I do it?

A: You first need to define a command (with defun) to do what you
need (you'll be using (split-window-below) and (split-window-right)
         instead of C-x 2 and C-x 3). Then you bind F3 with that command with:
(global-set-key (kbd "<f3>")   'your-command-name)

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Q: Expand "dot notation" keys in a nested array to child arrays I start with a nested array of some arbitrary depth. Within that array, some keys are a series of tokens separated by dots. For example "billingAddress.street" or "foo.bar.baz". I would like to expand those keyed elements to arrays, so the result is a nested array with all those keys expanded.
For example:
[
    'billingAddress.street' => 'My Street',
    'foo.bar.baz' => 'biz',
]

should be expanded to:
[
    'billingAddress' => [
        'street' => 'My Street',
    ],
    'foo' => [
        'bar' => [
            'baz' => 'biz',
        ]
    ]
]

The original "billingAddress.street" can be left alongside the new "billingAddress" array, but it does not need to be (so the solution may operate on the original array or create a new array). Other elements such as "billingAddress.city" may need to be added to the same expanded portion of the array.
Some keys may have more than two tokens separated by dots, so will need to be expanded deeper.
I've looked at array_walk_recursive() but that only operates on elements. For each matching element key, I actually want to modify the parent array those elements are in.
I've looked at array_map, but that does not provide access to the keys, and as far as I know is not recursive.
An example array to expand:
[
    'name' => 'Name',
    'address.city' => 'City',
    'address.street' => 'Street',
    'card' => [
        'type' => 'visa',
        'details.last4' => '1234',
    ],
]

This is to be expanded to:
[
    'name' => 'Name',
    'address.city' => 'City', // Optional
    'address' => [
        'city' => 'City',
        'street' => 'Street',
    ],
    'address.street' => 'Street', // Optional
    'card' => [
        'type' => 'visa',
        'details.last4' => '1234', // Optional
        'details' => [
            'last4' => '1234',
        ],
    ],
]

What I think I need, is something that walks to each array in the nested array and can apply a user function to it. But I do suspect I'm missing something obvious. The payment gateway I am working with sends me this mix of arrays and "pretend arrays" using the dot-notation, and my objective is to normalize it into an array for extracting portions.
I believe the problem differs from similar questions on SO due to this mix of arrays and non-arrays for expanding. Conceptually it is a nested array where sound groups of elements at any level need to be replaced with new arrays, so there are two levels of recursion happening here: the tree walking, and the expansion, and then the walking of the expanded trees to see if there is more expansion needed.

A: You could find it useful to reverse the order of the keys you get from exploding the combined (dotted) key. In that reversed order it is easier to progressively wrap a previous result into a new array, thereby creating the nested result for one dotted key/value pair.
Finally, that partial result can be merged into the accumulated "grand" result with the built-in array_merge_recursive function:
function expandKeys($arr) {
    $result = [];
    foreach($arr as $key => $value) {
        if (is_array($value)) $value = expandKeys($value);
        foreach(array_reverse(explode(".", $key)) as $key) $value = [$key => $value];
        $result = array_merge_recursive($result, $value);
    }
    return $result;
}

See it run on repl.it

A: Here's a recursive attempt. Note that this doesn't delete old keys, doesn't maintain any key ordering and ignores keys of the type foo.bar.baz.
function expand(&$data) {
  if (is_array($data)) {
    foreach ($data as $k => $v) {
      $e = explode(".", $k);

      if (count($e) == 2) {
        [$a, $b] = $e;
        $data[$a][$b]= $v;
      }

      expand($data[$k]);
    }
  }
}

Result:
Array
(
    [name] => Name
    [address.city] => City
    [address.street] => Street
    [card] => Array
        (
            [type] => visa
            [details.last4] => 1234
            [details] => Array
                (
                    [last4] => 1234
                )

        )

    [address] => Array
        (
            [city] => City
            [street] => Street
        )

)

Explanation:
On any call of the function, if the parameter is an array, iterate through the keys and values looking for keys with a . in them. For any such keys, expand them out. Recursively call this function on all keys in the array.
Full version:
Here's a full version that supports multiple .s and cleans up keys afterwards:
function expand(&$data) {
  if (is_array($data)) {
    foreach ($data as $k => $v) {
      $e = explode(".", $k);
      $a = array_shift($e);

      if (count($e) == 1) {
        $data[$a][$e[0]] = $v;
      }
      else if (count($e) > 1) {
        $data[$a][implode(".", $e)] = $v;
      }
    }

    foreach ($data as $k => $v) {
      expand($data[$k]);

      if (preg_match('/\./', $k)) {
        unset($data[$k]);
      }
    }
  }
}

A: Another solution by @trincot has been accepted as being more elegant, and is the solution I am using now.
Here is my solution, which expands on the solution and tips given by @ggorlen
The approach I have taken is:

*

*Create a new array rather than operate on the initial array.

*No need to keep the old pre-expanded elements. They can be added easily if needed.

*Expanding the keys is done one level at a time, from the root array, with the remaining expansions passed back in recursively.

The class method:
protected function expandKeys($arr)
{
    $result = [];

    while (count($arr)) {
        // Shift the first element off the array - both key and value.
        // We are treating this like a stack of elements to work through,
        // and some new elements may be added to the stack as we go.

        $value = reset($arr);
        $key = key($arr);
        unset($arr[$key]);

        if (strpos($key, '.') !== false) {
            list($base, $ext) = explode('.', $key, 2);

            if (! array_key_exists($base, $arr)) {
                // This will be another array element on the end of the
                // arr stack, to recurse into.

                $arr[$base] = [];
            }

            // Add the value nested one level in.
            // Value at $arr['bar.baz.biz'] is now at $arr['bar']['baz.biz']
            // We may also add to this element before we get to processing it,
            // for example $arr['bar.baz.bam']

            $arr[$base][$ext] = $value;
        } elseif (is_array($value)) {
            // We already have an array value, so give the value
            // the same treatment in case any keys need expanding further.

            $result[$key] = $this->expandKeys($value);
        } else {
            // A scalar value with no expandable key.

            $result[$key] = $value;
        }
    }

    return $result;
}

$result = $this->expandKeys($sourceArray)


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Charles Murray Reenters the IQ Debate
Alexander Hart and Kevin Carter, Special to AR News, Dec. 18, 2006
In his latest book, State of Emergency, Patrick J. Buchanan says ignoring the "great taboo" of race is "like not telling one's doctor of a recurring pain that could kill you." Mr. Buchanan was writing about immigration, but in the case of the racial gap in test scores, a better analogy is of a doctor unwilling to diagnose a disease for fear the truth will demoralize the patient. Journalists, commentators and politicians agonize over the gap, but the argument over causes never gets beyond racism, welfare, ghetto culture, and poverty.
Well, almost never. One of the few high-profile social scientists who discuss race and IQ is Charles Murray of the American Enterprise Institute. The Bell Curve, which he co-authored in 1994 with the late Richard Hernnstein, is by far the best-known book about heredity, intelligence, and race. While the left has relentlessly attacked the book, Mr. Murray has, compared to other scientific heretics, been relatively unscathed. He is still well respected by mainstream conservatives, and even by some liberals.
For some years after The Bell Curve Mr. Murray wrote very little about race and intelligence. After the controversy over Lawrence Summers's comments about women at Harvard, however, he returned to the subject in the September 2005 issue of Commentary in an article called "The Inequality Taboo." It stimulated discussion on the Internet but was otherwise ignored. On Nov. 28, 2006, Mr. Murray publicly debated the prominent egalitarian James Flynn at the American Enterprise Institute, on the question "The Black-White IQ Gap: Is It Closing? Will It Ever Go Away?"
Washington think tanks sponsor many symposia like this one, but even with prominent speakers, attendance is often low. On the occasion, the prospect that taboos might be broken brought out an audience of more than 50. There were journalists from Reason, The Chronicle of Higher Education, Newhouse News, and Inside Education. There were also analysts from beltway think tanks like The Urban Institute and the Brookings Institution, as well as many of Mr. Murray's AEI colleagues.
Both panelists agreed that the achievement gap has closed somewhat (Mr. Murray would argue that this reflects differences in teaching more than any real convergence in underlying intelligence), but they disagreed as to whether the gap will go away.
Mr. Flynn, who is political scientist at the University of Otago in New Zealand, took the view that there are no underlying genetic differences in intelligence between backs and whites, and that the achievement gap will disappear when social conditions improve. He based his case largely on a study of children born to German women and American GI's shortly after the Second World War. A handful of these children were mulattos, and their IQs were about equal to those of the white children. Mr. Flynn admitted that this study is hardly definitive. The sample was small, and military IQ tests kept a proportionately larger number of blacks than whites out of the army. Likewise, black soldiers who were able to strike up liaisons with German girls may have been more intelligent than the average black GI.
Mr. Flynn's only other basis for assuming genetic equality was a recent test that supposedly shows virtually no racial gap in intelligence for eight-month old infants. During the question period, someone in the audience pointed out that Prof. Philippe Rushton has found that blacks develop physically more quickly than whites and Asians, so that an intelligence gap might well not appear until later. Mr. Murray agreed that this was possible, and noted also that there is no height gap between the sexes at infancy. He added that he seriously doubted the validity of infant IQ tests.
Mr. Murray had a much larger body of evidence on which to base his arguments. Relying on the results of countless tests of intelligence, academic achievement and aptitude that have been administered for decades to millions of people, Mr. Murray demonstrated that the no matter how it is measured, the intelligence gap persists despite every attempt to close it. He argued that basic schooling and improved nutrition probably raised black intelligence somewhat until the 1960s, but that now there are no environmental changes anyone can think of that will make a difference. Mr. Murray also wondered why Mr. Flynn and other egalitarians base their conclusions on a few obscure studies while ignoring the many comprehensive surveys that undercut their position.
Although the debate was not about No Child Left Behind, with its mandate that schools be categorized as "failing" if they do not close the racial gap, it was clearly on the minds of Mr. Murray and many in the audience. There has been much public hand-wringing over the persistence of the gap, but the only solutions "conservatives" propose are vouchers and charter schools. Mr. Murray said it was foolish to believe these will have much effect. He added that he wished he had done more to oppose NCLB when it was first introduced, and will try to prevent its renewal, though he conceded that no politician would dare adopt his arguments.
Someone named Henry Aaron from the Brookings Institution asked what may be the most insulting question one can put to a scientist: Was Mr. Murray's position on IQ politically motivated? Mr. Murray answered patiently that the issue was "careful empirical data on interventions to raise IQ," and explained that as far as public policy was concerned, even if race differences are entirely due to environment, every realistic way to try to close the gap has already been tried.
One of the more revealing moments in the debate was when James Flynn openly declared himself to be a socialist, saying government should do more to improve our lives. There is certainly no better way to expand government than to set it to work trying to solve an insoluble problem.
Powerful though it was, Mr. Murray's presentation may have been a little too technical for his listeners. Mr. Flynn, who has the air of an Oxford don, did a better job presenting his views, and in any case, they were what the audience wanted to hear.
Even though he is almost certainly wrong on the central question, there is much to be said for Mr. Flynn. Unlike many other egalitarians, he agrees that IQ is a meaningful concept and that there is a racial gap. He has also vigorously defended dissident scholars such as Mr. Murray, Arthur Jensen, and Philippe Rushton from vilification.
Mr. Murray concluded by saying he believed the Human Genome Project and other genetic research will eventually make it impossible to dispute the hereditarian view of race differences. He seemed almost to suggest that he will sit on the sidelines while the accumulating evidence forces the egalitarians to recant. Let us hope Mr. Murray does not withdraw from this fight. The stakes are too high; every voice of reason is an important one.
Moreover, Mr. Murray's faith in genetic research may be misplaced. When Bruce Lahn of the University of Chicago first discovered racial differences in the distribution of brain- and intelligence-related genes, he sought publicity for his research, and the university considered applying for patents based on his research. Then the forces of orthodoxy swung into action. The university abandoned its plans for patents, and Dr. Lahn decided to change his field of research. "It's getting too controversial," he explained, adding that he is warming to the idea that some knowledge may not be worth having.
Dr. Lahn grew up in China, and was spared the early years of egalitarian and diversity cheerleading to which Americans are subjected. He is also Asian, which gives him some degree of protective coloring against charges of "racism." If even he has been frightened off the scientific trail, we can count on very few to stick to it.
The genes implicated in intelligence will surely be discovered, but there will be huge resistance to publishing any data that suggest they are not equally distributed among all races. Even if such findings are published, the media will ignore them. When the occasional dissident cites them, the orthodox will dismiss them as "decisively refuted"—just as people who have never read it dismiss The Bell Curve.
Even after the terrible abuse Mr. Murray received because of The Bell Curve he may yet underestimate the massive moral commitment the United States has made to the dogma of across-the-board racial equality. People who have ignored the available evidence are likely to ignore genetic evidence, and people who know better will be afraid to speak out. The truth needs the help of men like Charles Murray more than ever.
Topics: Race and Intelligence, Racial Differences, Science and Genetics, Special to AR News
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Serge Ibaka scored a career-best 34 points and grabbed 10 rebounds as the Toronto Raptors beat the LA Lakers 121-107 to improve to 9-1 and move to the top of the Eastern Conference.
Kyle Lowry added 21 points and matched his season best with 15 assists to set a club record of eight straight games with 10 or more assists. It was his seventh double-double this season.
Ibaka shot 15-for-17 from the field as the Raptors, who were without the injured Kawhi Leonard, made their best start to a season.
Pascal Siakam had 16 points and 13 rebounds for his third double-double of the season, while Danny Green had 15 points, Jonas Valanciunas 14 and Delon Wright 11 for the Raptors.
Kyle Kuzma had 24 points for the Lakers while LeBron James added 18, but could do nothing to stop the Raptors, who had a furious start.
Ibaka hit his eighth field goal in eight attempts while Lowry picked up his ninth assist when the Raptors took a 34-10 lead with 3:45 to play in the first. Ibaka finished the period with 20 points and the Raptors led 42-17.
The Raptors were still clear by 21 points heading into the fourth – a lead that was trimmed to 12 with 4:14 left as the Lakers went on a 10-0 surge.
But that was as close as they got as they slipped to 4-6 and 12th spot in the West.
Next up for the Raptors is a tricky looking trip to the Utah Jazz on Monday evening.


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use Symfony\Component\Console\Input\InputOption;
use Symfony\Component\Console\Input\InputInterface;
use Symfony\Component\Console\Output\OutputInterface;
use Doctrine\ORM\Tools\Console\Command\ClearCache\ResultCommand;

/*
 * This file is part of the Symfony framework.
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 * (c) Fabien Potencier <fabien.potencier@symfony-project.com>
 *
 * This source file is subject to the MIT license that is bundled
 * with this source code in the file LICENSE.
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/**
 * Command to clear the result cache of the various cache drivers.
 *
 * @author Fabien Potencier <fabien.potencier@symfony-project.com>
 * @author Jonathan H. Wage <jonwage@gmail.com>
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class ClearResultCacheDoctrineCommand extends ResultCommand
{
    protected function configure()
    {
        parent::configure();

        $this
            ->setName('doctrine:cache:clear-result')
            ->setDescription('Clear result cache for a entity manager.')
            ->addOption('em', null, InputOption::PARAMETER_OPTIONAL, 'The entity manager to use for this command.')
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The <info>doctrine:cache:clear-result</info> command clears all result cache for the default entity manager:

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You can also optionally specify the <comment>--em</comment> option to specify which entity manager to clear the cache for:

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    }

    protected function execute(InputInterface $input, OutputInterface $output)
    {
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}

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The Movember Foundation Celebrates 10-Years of Moustachery in Canada with Support from Corporate Partners
Movember Canada
Moores, Xbox, SAXX and Others Join the Movement to be the Difference this Movember
TORONTO, Oct. 4, 2017 /CNW/ - The Movember Foundation, the only global charity focused solely on men's health, is announcing their line-up of corporate partners for Movember 2017. The annual Movember campaign is globally recognized for its fun, disruptive approach to fundraising and getting men to take action for their health. This year, 8 corporate partners will also join Movember in celebrating their 10-year fundraising anniversary in Canada and ultimately help the Foundation have an everlasting impact on the face of men's health.
Corporate partners increase visibility of the causes supported by the Movember Foundation, raise critical funds through internal participation and marketing efforts, and create remarkable experiences for the Movember community. Now in its 10th year of fundraising in Canada, the Movember Foundation has raised more than $839 million and funded more than 1,200 world-class men's health projects in 21 countries for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.
"Our corporate partners play a crucial role in our campaign, helping us speak to key audiences to drive awareness and raise funds for men's health," says Ken Aucoin, Canadian Country Director at the Movember Foundation. "We are honoured to have these organizations support us for our 10-year anniversary in Canada and be the difference during our 2017 campaign."
Moores has come on board this year as The Movember Foundation's major Canadian partner. Supporting partners include Babsocks, Bite Beauty, Xbox, SAXX, and Gentleman's Collection, while Promotional Partners include SKYN, Johnson & Johnson, and G Adventures.
A full list of Movember's partners can be found online at the Friends of Movember page, and collaborative merchandise can be found at Movember's online store.
Everyone can help stop men dying too young by donating or raising critical funds for men's health. Sign up at Movember.com and fundraise by:
Growing a Moustache
Taking the Move Challenge and get active
For more information, visit Movember.com and connect with Movember on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
MOORES - Major
"Moores Clothing for Men, a subsidiary of Tailored Brands, Inc (NYSE: TLRD), is proud to partner with the Movember Foundation to promote awareness and raise funds for men's health. Moores is the leading national retailer of men's business attire with a full selection of suits, sport coats, slacks, formalwear, sportswear, outerwear, dress shirts, footwear, and accessories. In support of charitable initiative that benefits their customers, Moores is committed to a $100,000 donation in support of Movember. Sign up at Movember.com to receive a free custom shirt with the purchase of a custom suit. Just show your Movember "Mo Space" page or your Movember confirmation email in-store to receive your free custom shirt. For additional information on Moores Clothing for Men, please visit mooresclothing.com"
Xbox - Supporting
For the 4th year in a row Xbox is partnering with the Movember Foundation in Canada and is dedicated to raising funds and awareness for Movember during the hairiest month of the year.
If you get the chance to pop by the Movember House, make sure to check out the incredible Xbox One Lounge and try your hand at the world's most powerful console: the Xbox One X. With 40% more power than any other console, gamers will be able to experience immersive true 4K gaming.
Be sure to follow @XboxCanada for more updates and activity throughout the month of Movember
SAXX – Supporting
For years SAXX has been proud to partner with Movember to raise awareness and funds for men's health, something that has always been at the heart of the company. As one of the fastest growing men's underwear brands due to their patented Ballpark Pouch™, SAXX is out to better the lives of men one pair at a time. SAXX will offer their 'Bravery Takes Balls' campaign and their seasonal Movember collection, featuring their best-selling everyday pair, the Vibe in moustache prints. For every limited-edition pair sold, $2 will be donated to the Movember Foundation to help continue the funding of critical men's health research. You can purchase a pair at www.saxxunderwear.com
BITE Beauty – Supporting
For the third year in a row, Bite Beauty has teamed up with the Movember Foundation to create custom Mauve(ember) shades exclusively available at Sephora.com. This year the collection is available in both the coveted Multistick and Amuse Bouche Liquified Lipstick formulas. Use the Multistick to create a Mauvember Monochromatic look by applying buildable, blendable and breathable colour to eyes, lips and cheeks. Add a semi-glaze finish to your lips with the Amuse Bouche Liquified Lipstick. To purchase yours Mauvember lipstick of choice, visit Sephora.com
Inspired by her father's winning battle with prostate cancer, BITE Beauty founder, Susanne Langmuir wanted a fun, easy and meaningful way for women (the Mo'Sistas) to support the men in their lives facing health issues. BITE's custom blended mauve shades are a way for women to proudly participate, spark conversation and ultimately raise funds for mens' health during the month of November. For every
Mauvember product sold, 100% of BITE's proceeds will go to the Movember Foundation, that's $14 of every purchase in support of men's health.
Gentleman's Collection – Promotional
Gentleman's Collection is excited to be the official wine partner for the Movember Foundation in Canada, the US, and Australia. Lindeman's Gentleman's Collection is a decidedly fine range of wines for the discerning "Gentleman who is", and the "Gentleman who aspires to be". Gentleman's Collection have proudly donated over $50,000 to Movember in an effort to promote global awareness around men's health. They will continue to aggressively raise funds globally within parent company Treasury Wine Estates, as well as their broad network of partners and consumers for this important cause. Follow their exciting Movember digital campaign throughout October and November and share your comments with #GentlemansCollectionMo.
Caring for the world, one person at a time, inspires and unites the people of Johnson & Johnson. We embrace innovation—bringing ideas, products and services to life to advance the health and well-being of people around the world. We believe in collaboration, and that has led to breakthrough after breakthrough, from medical miracles that have changed lives, to the simple consumer products that make every day a little better. Our over 125,000 employees in 60 countries are united in a common mission: To help people everywhere live longer, healthier, happier lives. This Movember we are proud to be supporting the Movember Foundation by donating $1 for every picture that is shared through Donate A Photo. It's that easy, share a photo using the Donate A Photo app and you can help us change the face of men's health. Don't miss your chance to participate this Movember.
G Adventures – Promotional
G Adventures and Movember are teaming up yet again to offer up TWO incredible adventures as prizes for Movember Canada participants. There's an amazing planet out there, and it can't wait to meet you.
The first trip is an amazing eight-day Peruvian cultural and historical adventure for two, with an epic tour through to Machu Picchu. Take a scenic train to the famous site and enjoy free time to explore its corners. Roam the Sacred Valley, which is surrounded by incredible views of the Andes. As the leading operator in the region, be assured we'll leave no stone unturned. Sign up at ca.Movember.com and raise $20 by October 20th to be automatically entered! Terms and conditions apply.
The second trip is an eight-day island hopping adventure in Thailand, where you'll hop aboard bikes, tuk tuks, or local boats to get around and see rice paddies, monasteries, and local businesses, soak in this tropical paradise by relaxing under swaying palm trees, snorkelling the crystal-clear warm waters and meeting the friendly locals..
For more information on G Adventure's check out https://www.gadventures.com
SOURCE Movember Canada
For further information: Cassie Tatone, [email protected]
MEDIA ALERT: PARAMEDICS FROM ACROSS THE GTA SEND MOVEMBER OFF IN STYLE, SHOWCASING THEIR END-OF-MONTH MOUSTACHES AT OUTDOOR SHAVE DOWN
MEDIA ALERT: TORONTO FIRE & MAYOR JOHN TORY JOINED BY TINY TOWNSHIP FIREFIGHTERS TO KICK-OFF 16TH ANNUAL MOVEMBER CAMPAIGN
UPPER LIPS AND FACIAL FOLLICLES EVERYWHERE REJOICE AS CANADIANS NATIONWIDE TAKE PART IN 16TH ANNUAL MOVEMBER CAMPAIGN


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Austria's Kurz strikes deal to bring far right into government
Austrian Chancellor-elect and leader of conservative People's Party Kurz reaches coalition agreement with Strache's far-right Freedom Party; 'We wish to make country more secure,' say leaders of the anti-immigration parties in joint press conference.
Reuters|Published: 12.16.17 , 11:20
Austrian conservatives led by Sebastian Kurz reached a coalition deal with the anti-immigration Freedom Party—which is virulently anti-immigration and has anti-Semitic roots—on Friday, paving the way for Austria to become the only western European country with a far-right party in government.
The agreement, two months after a parliamentary election dominated by Europe's migration crisis, ends more than a decade in opposition for the Freedom Party (FPO), which last entered government in 2000 with the People's Party (OVP) that Kurz now leads.
"We can inform you that there is a turquoise-blue agreement," Kurz said in a joint statement to reporters with FPO leader Heinz-Christian Strache, referring to their two parties by their colors.
Kurz decided to form a coalition government with far-right Freedom Party (Photo: Getty Images)
Strache and Kurz said the details of their deal would be made public on Saturday, after a meeting with President Alexander Van der Bellen and discussions with their parties' leadership structures.
"We want to reduce the burden on taxpayers ... and above all we want to ensure greater security in our country, including through the fight against illegal immigration," Kurz said, touching on core issues for both parties.
The People's Party, led by 31-year-old Kurz, won the October election with more than 30 percent of the votes, but since it failed to achieve a parliamentary majority Kurz was forced to form a coalition government with the Freedom Party.
Freedom Party leader Strache will usher his party in government (Photo: AFP)
The hard-line right-wing party was considered a natural partner for Kurz's party due to their similar stances on immigration and the need to curtail it.
"Heinz-Christian Strache's Freedom Party has clear anti-Semitic characteristics despite its attempt at hiding them," Austrian sources declared in a state report obtained by Ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth two months ago.
The party was formerly headed by Jörg Haider, the son of Nazi party members who praised Adolf Hitler's employment policies.
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Weekly cases of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01). TABLE 2p, Spotted Fever Rickettsiosis; Syphilis
National Notifiable Diseases: Infectious Weekly Tables 2018 week 1
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.). Center for Surveillance, Epidemiology, and Laboratory Services. National Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System.
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National Notifiable Infectious Diseases and Conditions: United States Data Tables
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Weekly cases of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01). TABLE 2o, Salmonellosis; Shiga toxin-producing E. coli; Shigellosis
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Weekly cases of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01) TABLE 2c, Chlamydia trachomatis infection, Coccidioidomycosis
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Weekly cases of selected infrequently reported notifiable diseases (<1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), excluding U.S. territories -- United States, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01). TABLE 1
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Weekly cases of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01). TABLE 2q, Tetanus; Varicella morbidity
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National Notifiable Diseases: Infectious Weekly Tables. Figure 1. Selected notifiable disease reports, United States, comparison of provisional week 4--week totals January 6, 2018, with historical data
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Weekly cases of of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01). TABLE 2d, , Cryptosporidiosis; Dengue Virus
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Weekly cases of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01). TABLE 2k, Invasive pneumococcal disease, age < 5
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Weekly cases of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01)). TABLE 2e, Ehrlichiosis and Anaplasmosis: Anaplasma phagocytophilum infection, Ehrlichia chaffeensis infection
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Weekly cases of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01). TABLE 2n, Rabies, animal; Rubella; Rubella, congenital syndrome
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Weekly cases of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01). TABLE 2s, West Nile virus disease, Zika virus disease, non-congenital
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Weekly cases of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01)). TABLE 2f, Ehrlichiosis and Anaplasmosis: Ehrlichia ewingii infection, Undetermined
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Weekly cases of of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01). TABLE 2g, Giardiasis; Gonorrhea; Haemophilus influenzae
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Weekly cases of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01). TABLE 2m, Meningococcal disease; Mumps; Pertussis
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Weekly cases of of selected notifiable diseases ( ≥ 1,000 cases reported during the preceding year), and selected low frequency diseases, United States and U.S. territories, week ending January 6, 2018 (WEEK 01). TABLE 2h, Hepatitis A, B
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A key terms activity is included in each chapter to reinforce the important terms introduced in the text. The online chapters include quizzes that test students' knowledge of the material, and the resources section of the study guide includes links to professional journals as well as information on organizations and careers to extend students' knowledge beyond the school environment. Art animations bring 26 images and figures from the text to life, providing an exciting new way to experience course material. Video clips (27) from key leaders in the field discuss recent developments and real-world applications. Audio clips (66) provide explanations of complex physiological processes to aid students' understanding of important illustrations in the text. The study guide includes a glossary of terms used in the text.


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Brooklyn Nets Acquire Taurean Prince and 2021 Second Round Draft Pick From Atlanta
The Brooklyn Nets have acquired forward Taurean Prince and a 2021 second-round draft pick from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for guard/forward Allen Crabbe, the draft rights to Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who was selected with the 17th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, and a protected 2020 first-round draft pick.
"We're excited to welcome Taurean and his family to Brooklyn," said Nets General Manager Sean Marks. "Taurean is an athletic frontcourt player who brings defensive toughness and versatility to our team, and we believe he'll be a strong fit in Kenny's system.
"We would also like to thank Allen for his contributions during his two seasons in Brooklyn, and we wish him the best of luck in Atlanta."
Prince (6'8, 220) has appeared in 196 career games (139 starts) over three seasons with Atlanta, posting averages of 11.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in 25.5 minutes per contest. As a rookie, he saw action in 59 games (10 starts), registering averages of 5.7 points and 2.7 rebounds in 16.6 minutes per game while shooting 40.0 percent from the field and 32.4 percent from 3-point range. He also appeared in five games with Brooklyn's NBA G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets, pursuant to the league's flexible assignment rule. Prince then appeared in and started all 82 games in his second NBA season, improving his numbers across the board by posting averages of 14.1 points (42.6 percent from the field, 38.5 percent from 3-point range), 4.7 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.0 steals in 30.0 minutes per contest. He was named to the Team USA roster at the Rising Stars Challenge at NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles. In 2018-19, the 25-year-old recorded averages of 13.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.0 steals in 28.2 minutes per game through 55 games (47 starts) while improving his field goal percentage (44.1 percent) and 3-point field goal percentage (39.0 percent) for the third straight season. Originally selected with the 12th overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft by the Utah Jazz, Prince was acquired by Atlanta in a three-team trade on July 7, 2016. The Texas native played four collegiate seasons at Baylor, where he earned All-Big 12 First Team honors as a senior and received the Big 12 Sixth Man Award as a junior.
Crabbe was acquired in a trade with Portland on July 25, 2017, and appeared in 118 games (88 starts) over two seasons with the Nets, recording averages of 11.9 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.4 assists in 28.2 minutes per contest. In 344 career games (112 starts) over six seasons with Brooklyn and Portland, Crabbe has averaged 9.5 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 24.6 minutes per game.
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Brooklyn Nets Sign Deandre Jordan [411SportsTV News]
DeAndre Jordan expected to bring a defensive mindset, toughness, and leadership that are needed to compete at the highest levels of the NBA
The Brooklyn Nets have signed free agent center DeAndre Jordan. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not released.
"We are thrilled to welcome DeAndre and his family to Brooklyn," said Nets General Manager Sean Marks. "As a veteran center with All-NBA and All-Defensive Team honors on his resume, DeAndre will provide us with the type of defensive mindset, toughness and, leadership that are needed to compete at the highest levels of the NBA."
Jordan (6'11, 265) joins the Nets after splitting last season between the Dallas Mavericks and New York Knicks and playing 10 seasons (2008-18) prior with the Los Angeles Clippers. In the 2018-19 campaign, Jordan played in and started 69 games, averaging 11.0 points, 13.1 rebounds (third in the NBA), a career-high 2.3 assists and 1.1 blocks in 29.7 minutes per contest.
In 819 games (707 starts) over 11 seasons with the Clippers, Mavericks, and Knicks, Jordan holds career averages of 9.6 points, 10.9 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks in 28.2 minutes per contest while shooting 67.0 percent from the field. He has also appeared in 57 career playoff games (all starts) over six postseason appearances, averaging 9.8 points, 11.3 rebounds and 2.0 blocks in 31.2 minutes per game. Jordan has earned All-NBA First Team honors once (2015-16), All-NBA Third Team honors twice (2014-15, 2016-17) and NBA All-Defensive First Team honors twice (2014-15, 2015-16). He was also selected as an NBA All-Star in 2017 and won a gold medal at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro as a member of the U.S. men's national team.
The Bellaire, Texas, native is currently the NBA's all-time leader in field goal percentage after leading the league in the statistical category in five consecutive seasons (2012-17). He also ranked first in the NBA in rebounds per game over both the 2013-14 and 2014-15 seasons (13.6 and 15.0 rebounds per game, respectively) and is one of just three players to average double-digit rebounds in each of the last six seasons. The 30-year-old is among the league's top five active players in career blocked shots (1,350), rebounds (8,890) and offensive rebounds (2,660). Originally selected by the Clippers with the 35th overall pick (second round) in the 2008 NBA Draft, Jordan played one collegiate season (2007-08) at Texas A&M and earned Big 12 All-Rookie Team honors for his play with the Aggies.
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BROOKLYN NETS ACQUIRE 10-TIME ALL-STAR AND TWO-TIME NBA CHAMPION KEVIN DURANT
The Brooklyn Nets have acquired forward Kevin Durant, along with a protected 2020 first round draft pick, from the Golden State Warriors in exchange for guards D'Angelo Russell and Shabazz Napier and forward Treveon Graham.
"Kevin is a champion, perennial All-Star and one of the great players of this, or any, generation," said Nets General Manager Sean Marks. "Adding a player of Kevin's caliber to our organization elevates our ability to compete with the elite teams in this league. His tremendous abilities and dedication to his craft have made him as talented an offensive player our game has ever seen and we, as well as all of Brooklyn, are thrilled to welcome Kevin and his family to the Nets.
"We would also like to thank D'Angelo for all he has done for the Nets over the past two seasons. He was an integral part of the team's growth and served as a tremendous representative of the Nets and Brooklyn. We wish him, Shabazz, and Treveon nothing but the best in the years ahead."
"Along with the rest of the league, our coaching staff has long admired Kevin's incredible skill, resilience, and tenacity," said Nets Head Coach Kenny Atkinson. "He has already established himself as a champion and one of the best players of all-time, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome him into our program in Brooklyn."
A nine-time All-NBA selection (six First Team, three Second Team), Durant (6'9, 240) joins the Nets after spending the previous three seasons with the Golden State Warriors. During that time, Durant won two NBA championships (2017, 2018) and was named NBA Finals MVP twice, becoming just the sixth player in NBA history to win the award in consecutive years. As a Warrior, he helped lead Golden State to a regular season record of 182-64 (.740). Durant has been named an All-Star in each of the last 10 seasons (2010-19) and earned the league's Most Valuable Player award in 2014 with Oklahoma City after averaging a single-season career-high 32.0 points (50.3 percent from the field, 39.1 percent from 3-point range, 87.3 percent from the free-throw line), 7.4 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.3 steals in 38.5 minutes per game. In 849 career games (all starts), Durant has registered averages of 27.0 points (49.3 percent from the field, 38.1 percent from 3-point range, 88.3 percent from the free-throw line), 7.1 rebounds, 4.1 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks in 36.9 minutes per contest. He has also appeared in 139 career playoff games (all starts) over nine postseason appearances with Oklahoma City (six) and Golden State (three), posting playoff averages of 29.1 points, 7.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.2 blocks in 40.3 minutes per game. In addition to two titles and three NBA Finals appearances in Durant's three seasons in Golden State, the 30-year-old forward has led his team to at least the Western Conference Finals in seven of his last nine seasons.
Durant ranks third among active players in points (22,940) and has averaged at least 25.0 points per game in each of the last 11 seasons, garnering four NBA scoring titles (2009-12, 2013-14). He also ranks 10th all-time on the NBA's career playoff points list (4,043) and is second in the category among active players. The Washington, D.C., native has represented the United States twice at the Olympics, earning gold medals in 2012 in London and 2016 in Rio de Janeiro. Durant has also been honored for his off-the-court endeavors and received the 2017-18 Seasonlong NBA Cares Community Assist Award for his outstanding efforts in the community and his ongoing philanthropic and charitable work. Originally selected with the second overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft by the Seattle SuperSonics, Durant earned Rookie of the Year honors after averaging 20.3 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists and, 1.0 steals in 34.6 minutes per game in 80 games during the 2007-08 campaign. Prior to beginning his NBA career, he spent one year at the University of Texas, averaging 25.8 points, 11.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game en route to the unanimous national player of the year honors.
Russell was originally acquired by the Nets in a trade with the Los Angeles Lakers on June 22, 2017. He became a first-time All-Star in 2018-19, averaging 21.1 points, 3.9 rebounds, 7.0 assists and, 1.2 steals in 30.2 minutes per contest through 81 games (all starts). In 129 games (116 starts) over two seasons (2017-19) in Brooklyn, Russell recorded averages of 19.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, 6.3 assists and,1.1 steals in 28.5 minutes per game. Through four NBA seasons split between the Nets and Lakers (2015-17), Russell has averaged 16.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 1.2 steals in 28.5 minutes per game in 272 games (224 starts).
Napier originally signed as a free agent with the Nets on July 17, 2018. He appeared in 56 games during the 2018-19 season, registering averages of 9.4 points, 1.8 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 17.6 minutes per contest. In 289 career games with Miami (2014-15), Orlando (2015-16), Portland (2016-18) and Brooklyn, Napier has posted averages of 6.4 points, 1.7 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 16.1 minutes per game.
Graham originally signed as a free agent with the Nets on July 30, 2018. He appeared in 35 games (21 starts) during the 2018-19 campaign, recording averages of 5.3 points, 3.1 rebounds and, 1.0 assists in 20.4 minutes per game. In 125 career games with Charlotte (2016-18) and Brooklyn (2018-19), Graham has posted averages of 4.1 points and 2.0 rebounds in 15.6 minutes per contest.
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Brooklyn Nets Officially Sign Kyrie Irving [411SportsTV News]
Kyrie Irving, a 6-Time NBA All-Star and NBA Champion, is officially a member of the Brooklyn Nets
The Brooklyn Nets have signed free agent guard Kyrie Irving. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not released.
"Kyrie is one of the NBA's elite guards and has won at the highest level," said Nets General Manager Sean Marks. "His championship pedigree, coupled with his gifted scoring and playmaking abilities, will make him an outstanding addition to our team. We're very excited to welcome Kyrie and his family to Brooklyn."
"The entire coaching staff is excited to have the opportunity to coach a player of Kyrie's caliber," said Nets Head Coach Kenny Atkinson. "He is as talented and accomplished as any point guard in our game and we are enthusiastic about integrating him and our other new roster additions into our returning core."
Irving (6'3, 195) joins the Nets after spending the last two seasons (2017-19) with the Boston Celtics and six seasons prior (2011-17) with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He earned All-NBA Second Team honors for his play during the 2018-19 campaign, when the 27-year-old averaged 23.8 points, a career-high 5.0 rebounds, a career-high 6.9 assists and a career-high-tying 1.5 steals, in 33.0 minutes per game in 67 appearances (all starts).
Over eight seasons with Boston and Cleveland, Irving has appeared in and started 508 career games, recording averages of 22.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, 5.7 assists and, 1.3 steals in 33.8 minutes per contest while shooting 46.5 percent from the field, 39.0 percent from 3-point range and 87.5 percent from the free-throw line. He has also appeared in and started 61 career playoff games over four postseason appearances, averaging 23.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 5.0 assists and, 1.5 steals in 36.4 minutes per game. The six-time NBA All-Star (2013-15, 2017-19) helped lead Cleveland to its first NBA title in 2016, registering postseason averages of 25.2 points (47.5 percent from the field, 44.0 percent from 3-point range), 3.0 rebounds, 4.7 assists and, 1.7 steals in 36.9 minutes per game. He also won a gold medal at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro as a member of the U.S. men's national team.
Irving earned All-NBA Third Team honors following his 2014-15 season in Cleveland and was named the NBA's Rookie of the Year in 2011-12 following his debut season with the Cavs. Prior to being selected by Cleveland with the first overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the New Jersey native played one collegiate season (2010-11) at Duke.
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Brooklyn Nets Hit the NBA Free Agency Lotto [411SportsTV News]
Nets win 2019 NBA Free Agency with the acquisition of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and DeAndre Jordan; lose D'Angelo Russell, Ed Davis, and other players
The Brooklyn Nets have been struggling to obtain top-tier NBA players in what seems like forever, and shortly after 6:00 p.m. on June 30, 2019, as soon as the NBA Free Agency period opened, it was as if the Brooklyn Nets hit the lotto. For months, not only did New York City sports talk radio hype Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant going to the New York Knicks during free agency, but their national brethren also chimed in. So, when the news broke that the Brooklyn Nets signed Irving and Durant, radio personalities became punching bags and psychologists depending on the caller. Nets fans came out of the woodwork to express their joy and apprehension. Most were concerned about Durant's Achilles injury. Some felt a little bit of trepidation about the age Durant will be when he can finally play again, losing D'Angelo Russell, and whether Irving is capable of leading. All are legitimate concerns. But when one looks at the landscape of top-tier NBA players who were free agents, it would have been malpractice for the Nets not to try to sign them. There are also reports that DeAndre Jordan will sign a four-year, $40M deal with the Nets and that Durant and Irving will both take less than the max so DeAndre Jordan can receive $40M. Jordan can also be a help to Nets center, Jarrett Allen, who is going into his third season with the team.
In the last decade, Nets fans have been on a roller coaster ride. They have watched the Nets move from New Jersey to Brooklyn. They were there when Nets management tried to reel in LeBron James, and then later, Dwight Howard in his last year with the Orlando Magic. And, no one can forget the Nets trade with the Boston Celtics for the Big 3: Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Jason Terry. It was at that introductory press conference presenting the Big 3 that Brooklyn Nets principal owner Mikhail Prokhorov talked about being a championship contender.
At the time, most reporters expressed publicly and privately that Billy King did one heck of a great sales job. And, some even laughed, particularly as the Nets' fortunes started sinking. Truthfully, it was no laughing matter. No business-minded person wants to see red ink on a balance sheet. And to a large extent, during that time, Brooklyn's economy was tied to the Barclays Center's profitability. Fortunately, Prokhorov moved quickly and changed the management of the Brooklyn Nets and replaced King with Sean Marks, who brought in Kenny Atkinson, who has a reputation for bringing out the best in players, particularly point guards, as the head coach to replace Lionel Hollins. Prokhorov also did one other thing to help Marks and Atkinson, he gave them the breathing room to right the sinking ship.
Brooklyn Nets general manager Sean Marks (l) and Brooklyn Nets head coach Kenny Atkinson
Nets fans already see big things in store for their team. Some are talking rings and others, see this team to be the next Eastern Conference Champions, particularly if Kawhi Leonard leaves the Toronto Raptors. If the Nets with this new composition of players get to the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, this season, it will be considered a smashing success considering the Nets' history. If it should win the East, and that is a big if, well let's just say the City of New York will have to close down Flatbush Avenue because there will be dancing in the streets. And, some New Yorkers, because we are a bold bunch, may hold a simultaneous street party in front of Madison Square Garden.
The real NBA Basketball rivalry in New York City starts now.
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Brooklyn Nets Select Nicolas Claxton and Jaylen Hands at NBA Draft 2019 | 411SportsTV News
NBA Draft night on Thursday, which was held at the Barclays Center home of the Brooklyn Nets, was one of the most exciting in the last few years.
Aside from Zion Williamson's presence and the New York Knicks' fans being able to cheer and exhale with the selection of RJ Barrett at No. 3, Brooklyn Nets fans were excited as well as you could hear the chants of B-R-O-O-K-L-Y-N from nets fans and the Brooklyn Brigade.
Nets fans were still basking in the glory of making it to the NBA playoffs and for the first time since 2013, not having the ominous cloud of the Boston Celtics hanging over their heads. The Brooklyn Nets were finally able to shake off the 2013 nightmare trade with the Boston Celtics which resulted in the Nets losing their first-round draft picks in 2014, 2016 and 2018, and the right to swap first-rounders in 2017 with the Boston Celtics.
And, with their very owned NBA Draft selection, the Brooklyn Nets selected Nicolas Claxton with the 31st overall pick (second round) of the 2019 NBA Draft on Thursday night. Additionally, the Nets acquired the draft rights to Jaylen Hands, the 56th overall pick, along with a 2020 first round pick from the Los Angeles Clippers in exchange for the draft rights to Mfiondu Kabengele, the 27th overall pick in this year's draft.
Claxton (6'11, 220), comes to Brooklyn after two collegiate seasons at the University of Georgia (2017-19). As a sophomore, the forward/center averaged a team-high 13.0 points, 8.6 rebounds (third in the SEC), 1.1 steals and 2.5 blocks (10th in the nation) while adding 1.8 assists in 31.6 minutes per game on his way to being named to the All-SEC Second Team. The 20-year-old finished his career ranked No. 8 on UGA's all-time blocks list (123). Claxton has also represented the U.S. Virgin Islands in international competition.
Hands (6'3, 180) spent the past two seasons at UCLA (2017-19). As a sophomore, the guard averaged 14.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, 6.1 assists (first in the Pac-12) and 1.3 steals in 31.2 minutes per contest, earning All-Pac-12 Second Team honors.
Jaylen Hands, a sophomore from UCLA. Photo Credit Unknown.
The San Diego, California native ended the 2018-19 season tied for eighth in the conference in 3-pointers made (66), shooting at a 37.3 percent (66-of-177) clip.
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Tyreke Evans Dismissed from NBA For Violating Anti-Drug Program
The NBA dismissed and disqualified Indiana Pacers guard/small forward, Tyreke Evans from the league today for violating the terms of the NBA/NBPA Anti-Drug Program, according to an NBA press release.
Tyreke Evans played college basketball for the Memphis Tigers and the Sacramento Kings selected Evans with the 4th overall pick in the 2009 NBA draft. Evans was the 2010 NBA Rookie of the Year winner and was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans in 2013, before being traded back to the Kings in 2017. During the 2017-18 NBA season, Evans played for the Memphis Grizzlies. On July 6, 2018, Evans signed with the Indiana Pacers.
The NBA, NBA teams, and the Players Association are prohibited from publicly disclosing information regarding the testing or treatment of any NBA player under the Anti-Drug Program, other than to announce a player's suspension or dismissal from the league. Under the Anti-Drug Program, Evans is eligible to apply for reinstatement in two years, at which time he will be 31-years-old.
If you count Roy Tarpley twice, Evans marks the 13th NBA drug disqualification since 1986.
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Nets Lose Critical Game 4 of NBA Playoffs to 76ers 112-108 in Heart-breaking Fashion | 411SportsTV NEWS
Best Playoff Atmosphere ever for Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center; Nets played with urgency, but lack of experience got in the Way of Nets Advancement
Just like the Philadelphia 76ers last season was a young and inexperienced team and couldn't advance as far as they would have liked in the NBA Playoffs, the Brooklyn Nets are finding themselves in a similar predicament. The Nets took Game 1 of this first-round NBA Playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers and lost Games 2, 3, and 4. This is not uncharacteristic for a young NBA team. They made a ton of mistakes like other young teams primarily because of lack of experience. Yesterday, the lack of experience was glaring. The Nets played 3.5 quarters in stellar fashion and looked like they were on the brink of tying the series by winning Game 4. We should be going to Philadelphia with a 2-2 series. However, between 4:11 and 2:09 of the fourth quarter, the Nets turned the ball over four times and the Sixers took advantage of those mistakes, just like the Boston Celtics took advantage of the Philadelphia 76er's mistakes last season.
Similarly, if the Nets can't win Game 5 in Philadelphia, it will be a wrap for them this season, but not a lost season. In the last two seasons, the Nets only managed to win 20 and 27 games. This season, the Nets won 42 games and made it to the playoffs and for all tense and purposes did not get swept. The Brooklyn Nets were able to accomplish this feat because the new management under Sean Marks is focused on player development and culture, and to a man, the team is all in. And, Sean Marks has been able to do this with no top draft picks and a first-time coach in Kenny Atkinson. The Nets have taken in guys who many considered to be castaways and because of the culture surrounding the Nets, they have managed to shine quickly.
Last season, Spencer Dinwiddie was selected to participate in the NBA All-Star Skills Challenge. This season, Joe Harris beat out Stephen Curry and won the NBA All-Star 3-Point Shooting Contest, and D'Angelo Russell, the second overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft was cast out of the Los Angeles Lakers by Magic Johnson in 2017. This season, Russell participated in the NBA All-Star Game 2019 and lately is the talk of the "NBA Town" and looked upon by some as the leader of the Nets team. As the regular NBA season was winding down and Russell was tearing up the scoreboard, the "Brooklyn Brigade/Block" consistently chanted, "Thank You, Magic."
At the end of the day, the Nets should not feel ashamed about this season. It's their lack of experience, not heart, that is putting them behind the eight ball.
At the end of yesterday's playoff game against Philadelphia, Brooklyn Nets head coach Kenny Atkinson summed up the outcome: "I think a little bit of our experience, (a) little bit of their length and activity. I think it's one of their strengths and I thought we got a little out of sorts, had a few turnovers that we didn't need. We also had a bunch of good looks. I thought we had a bunch of good looks, and they didn't go down."
So, what did yesterday's box score tell us about the Brooklyn Nets top scorers?
Caris LeVert, who was among the Nets starting five in Game 4, scored a team-high 25 points with five rebounds, a team-high-tying six assists and a steal in 42 minutes. D'Angelo Russell posted 21 points, seven rebounds, a team-high-tying six assists, two steals and a block in 37 minutes. Jarrett Allen also recorded 21 points and added a team-high eight rebounds, four assists, and two steals in 32 minutes to his point total. A good game for Allen by the numbers; he recorded his fifth-career game of 20+ points and his first in the postseason. He also turns 21 today. Spencer Dinwiddie totaled 18 points (7-of-12 FG) with four rebounds and a steal in 27 minutes off the bench. Joe Harris, who is usually the Nets best 3-point shooter was 0-for-6 from the 3-point line but chipped in 10 points, six rebounds, and two steals.
How are Nets players feeling about last night's game, going back to Philadelphia for Game 5, and down 3-1?
"There's a disappointment losing any game – whether it be home or on the road – especially, when you're up, five minutes left to go in the game," Brooklyn Nets guard Caris LeVert responded. "That's disappointing in itself. But obviously, with the great crowd, we had tonight, we like to protect our home court. So, it was frustrating. But we've got another game."
D'Angelo Russell sounding a bit more optimistic is looking forward to Game 5 against the Philadelphia 76ers.
"You see two teams out there hungry, trying to compete,' Russell said. "They sure as hell don't want to lose to the Brooklyn Nets, and I think we've got a chance to beat the Sixers, so it's just a high-intensity game and that's what it's going to look like. It's going to be hard for all. Bodies are going to be flying. Give each other what we want."
And, Russell has a game plan, particularly adjusting to Joel Embiid down low clogging the lane.
"I think that's part of the game plan," Russell continued. "When these big guys are clogging the lane like that, we're able to throw over the top and get in and kick it out. When there's three guys in there, it works in our favor. Like I said, we'll look at the film, see where the help's coming from, see where their scouting help is coming from and we capitalize on that. Simple as that."
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Brooklyn Nets Lose Game 3 to Philadelphia 76ers in NBA EC Playoffs Round 1 | 411SportsTVNews
Nets players D'Angelo Russell and Caris LeVert each scored a team-high-tying 26 points for Brooklyn
If you are a Brooklyn Nets fan and you don't know that the Brooklyn Nets are in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, you must be hiding under a rock. Last night, Nets fans came out in force to support their team at the Barclays Center for Game #3 against the Philadelphia 76ers. The cheering was so loud at times, the collective fans drowned out the Brooklyn Brigade.
The Nets came into the Barclays Center last night "even Stevens" at 1-1, as the Brooklyn Nets snatched Game 1 against the Philadelphia 76ers in Philadelphia 111-102, but lost Game 2 in Philadelphia 143-125. Unfortunately, last night, the Nets lost Game 3 to the Sixers 131-115, falling to 1-2 in the First Round of the NBA Playoffs series while the Sixers improved to 2-1.
In assessing last night's game against Philadelphia, Brooklyn Nets head coach Kenny Atkinson said: "I think they (Philadelphia) did an outstanding job defensively. Taking away Joe (Harris) is huge. It's like taking JJ (Redick) away. I think they are doing a great job there. Joe gives us a lot of our movement. Like I said, a lot of it is them, but I do think we can move it better. We obviously have to shoot it better. We didn't shoot it well, and we also struggled at the rim. Not a good offensive performance on our part and I thought JJ's run really got us off kilter defensively. When someone gets hot like that, the defense starts cheating and helping, and then other guys get off too. I thought that was a big part of the game."
Atkinson continued his comment with heaping praise on Caris LeVert.
"He (LeVert) is playing really well right now," Atkinson said about LeVert. "I think he is in a good groove. Obviously, he has come back from injury in great form. He was our lone offensive force out there tonight."
LeVert was in a good groove, but, perhaps, Atkinson had not seen the score sheet. Or, perhaps, he was overwhelmed with LeVert's performance since it has only been a short while since LeVert returned to the lineup after a horrific foot injury.
As it turns out, both D'Angelo Russell and LeVert, who came off the bench, were offensive forces for the Nets. Combining for 52 points, they both scored a team-high-tying 26 points. LeVert added seven rebounds and two steals to his total, while Russell added four rebounds, three assists, and two steals.
Other scoring leaders for the Nets included Jarrett Allen, who posted 15 points, six rebounds, and two assists; Spencer Dinwiddie also added 15 points and four rebounds off the bench, and; Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, who likewise came off the bench, chipped in 14 points, four rebounds, and three assists.
For the Philadelphia 76ers, Ben Simmons led all scorers with 31 points, nine assists, and four rebounds. Tobias Harris accumulated 29 points, 16 rebounds, and three assists; JJ Redick registered 26 points; Jimmy Butler added 16 points, seven assists, and two steals, and; Boban Marjanovic chipped in 14 points and eight rebounds.
"I thought it was one of Ben's (Simmons) more dominant games," Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown stated. "As a team, I think we went into a two-minute meltdown. At the end of the third period, Brooklyn went on that run. They sort of sat in the zone and we didn't handle it that well. Short of that particular phase in the game, I thought Ben was exceptional."
In closing out his postgame comments to the media, Nets coach Atkinson was forward-thinking about what happens next for the Nets.
"I think we have to look at everything," Coach Atkinson said. "It starts defensively in terms of what we have to do. I think we look at lineups. It's only 1-2. We come back here Saturday and if we win, it's a different series. I think we have to look at some different things. Obviously, what we have been doing the last two games is not working."
On Saturday, April 20, 2019, the Nets have an opportunity to even this first-round NBA playoff series against the Sixers and make it 2-2. Game 4 of this series starts at 3:00 p.m. at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
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Brooklyn Nets Win Last Game of Regular Season, Defeat Miami Heat 113-94 | 411SportsTV News
Dwyane Wade scores a triple-double for the Miami Heat in the last NBA game of his career, which was at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY
Wow, what an NBA season it has been for the Brooklyn Nets. During the 2018-19 NBA season, the Brooklyn Nets have seen their share of adversities, but managed to push through and earned an NBA playoff spot. This will be the Brooklyn Nets first appearance in the NBA playoffs since 2015. Few observers at the beginning of the season predicted this team would be in the playoffs, as this season alone has been a rough ride getting here. Nevertheless, on Sunday, after defeating the Indiana Pacers, 108-96, the Nets improved its overall record to 41-40 and clinched a playoff spot.
With the Detroit Pistons' losses and Orlando Magic's wins against their respective opponents between Sunday and Wednesday night, the Nets earned a sixth-seeded playoff spot in the NBA Eastern Conference last night after defeating the Miami Heat 113-94.
D'Angelo Russell led the Nets with 21 points, seven rebounds and five assists in 20 minutes. Shabazz Napier posted 20 points, five rebounds, and five assists in 30 minutes off the bench; Rodions Kurucs totaled 15 points, nine rebounds and two steals in 28 minutes; Treveon Graham added 11 points, and; Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and Caris LeVert each chipped in 10 points respectively. Hollis-Jefferson, who came off the bench, added 12 rebounds, three assists, and three steals to his points total, while LeVert added three rebounds and four assists.
Miami Heat's guard Dwyane Wade, who played his last NBA game last night, scored a triple-double: a game-high 25 points, a team-high-tying 11 rebounds, and a game-high 10 assists in 36 minutes. Also, for Miami, Duncan Robinson accumulated 15 points, five rebounds, and three assists; Derrick Jones Jr. registered 13 points and four rebounds; Udonis Haslem scored 12 points and 11 rebounds, and; Bam Adebayo chipped in 10 points and six rebounds.
It was fitting that Dwyane Wade, who was playing the last game of his NBA career, scored a triple-double on his way out the door, but it almost didn't happen.
"Yeah, probably literally an hour before the game he and I were talking," Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra told the assembled media postgame. "He had been on the table. The entire time he was here he did a bunch of treatment – at the hotel this morning. This morning he texted me saying he didn't know if he would be able to go. He asked me what I thought, how he could make it worthwhile for everybody. He felt such a responsibility. We just said okay, we'll see how you feel after treatment and get a little more rest until we get to the arena. I talked to him an hour before tip and he still didn't feel great. His knee, his leg, wasn't moving great. Just in typical Dwyane fashion he just figured he had to be there."
"Since so many Dwyane Wade and Miami fans showed up, he felt such a responsibility," Spoelstra continued. "That's so awesome. I said this before – his next book has got to be called Moments. He knows how to capture moments as well as anybody that's ever played this game. To play this game when he didn't feel great and get a triple-double and get his last assist to Udonis Haslem the definition of capturing these moments and really giving everybody what they wanted."
Asked whether he could have scripted it any better with a triple-double in his last game, Dwyane Wade responded: "No, I couldn't have. Coming into a game like tonight, a bit out of the playoffs, for myself, these are tough games to play when you're not playing for anything. I'm not the kind of player that will come out and just shoot the ball every time. Coming into the game, I wanted to see what I could do. To be able to help my teammates, definitely helped me out a lot to hear everyone cheering for me, to be able to go out that way was pretty cool. I don't think about the Kansas game, but it was the same way in college. I got a triple-double towards the end then so that was pretty cool."
With all the love heaped on Dwyane Wade last night, it was a challenge for the Brooklyn Nets to stay focus on the goal of getting a win despite having clinched a playoff spot, but with some work, they managed.
"You have to stay locked in," Nets guard D'Angelo Russell said. "But all the love and support that he has brought to this game and the love and support that he is getting on his way out is well deserved. You have to figure out a way to stay locked in but participate in the festivities as well. That dude is a legend. Just to see him on his way out like that, for me, it's special. I got to be a part of Kobe's (Bryant) and his, so I take that in a lot. It's great to be on the floor."
You can watch the first game featuring the Brooklyn Nets against the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the NBA Playoffs on Saturday, April 13, 2019, in Philadelphia at 2:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. The second game is scheduled for Monday, April 15, 2019, at 8:00 p.m., and can be seen on TNT. Next, the Nets return home to the Barclays Center to play Game 3 on Thursday, April 18, 2019, at 8:00 p.m., and Game 4 on Saturday at 3:00 p.m., also on TNT.
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