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Around the NBA 12/3/13

Victor Oladipo just registered his first career triple double, in double overtime against Philly in a loss. So did Michael Carter-Williams. Via ESPN. Wonder when the last time two opposing rookies had triple doubles?

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Pistons beat the Heat & Dre Drummond beasted.

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Former Blazer assistant Joe Prunty joins the Nets staff after reported rift between Lawrence Frank & Jason Kidd. Per Marc Stein's twitter.

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Bulls front office want to retain Deng via ESPN

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The Kings Chuck Hayes says Boogie Cousins & Shaq are nothing alike, DMC needs to communicate with refs, Via Ric Bucher for BleacherReport

Even Kings minority partner Shaquille O'Neal, who went through a similar learning curve with the officials, supposedly swings by once a month to impart some wisdom, although veteran Chuck Hayes rolled his eyes at O'Neal's assertion that he and Cousins are alike. "I don't think there's a similarity in the two at all," Hayes said. "In game, personality or character."

Hayes believes Cousins, ultimately, needs to be the one communicating to the people he dislikes the most: the refs.

"He needs to learn their names," Hayes said. "Their first names. Shane Battier taught me that. It's amazing what a difference that can make."

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Mike Woodson's job in danger. A Van Gundy return possible. from NYPost

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Oden not expected to be part of Heat rotation until All-Star Break via FoxSportsOhio

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Former Blazer Sergio Rodriguez getting attention from Bulls, Cavs & Celtics! via Sportando

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The East is historically bad. Like since 1975 there hasn't been a division winner with a losing record which is a big probability with the Raptors at 6-10. NY Times

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One scout would consider Dante Exum over any other player in the upcoming draft. - ESPNInsider

Any other story lines you have seen across the NBA be sure to post em'!

Go Blazers!