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TABLE OF CONTENTS Makenna Hartline

Bryce Saxton

Tim McCaffrey

BRANDYWINE

BUCHANAN

CASSOPOLIS

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18 Boys basketball 19 Girls basketball 20 Wrestling

Boys basketball Girls basketball Wrestling Bowling

Boys basketball Girls basketball Wrestling Competitive cheer

Taylor Hulett

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Austin Knapp Senior THE TIPOFF • 7

BOBCAT BASKETBALL

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 8, 7:30 p.m. Eau Claire DEC. 11, 7:30 p.m. Buchanan DEC. 19, 7:30 p.m. @ Bridgman DEC. 28, TBA @ White Pigeon Holiday TOURn. DEC. 29, TBA @ White Pigeon Holiday TOURn. JAN. 8, 7:30 p.m. Berrien Springs JAN. 12, 7:30 p.m. Decatur

JAN. 15, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 19, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 22, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 26, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 29, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 1, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 2, 7:30 p.m.

Parchment @ Cassopolis Comstock @ Hartford Buchanan New Buffalo @ River Valley

FEB. 3, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 5, 7:30 p.m. FEb. 8, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 12, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 19, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 25, 7:30 p.m. MARCH 3, 7:30 p.m.

@ Lawrence Bridgman @ Mendon @ Berrien Springs Parchment @ Comstock Lake Michigan Catholic

In front from left: Hunter Slaughter, Scott Miller; second row: Chandler Plew, Toby Latislaw, Brady Duval, Zach Grishaber, Dalton Knapp; back row: Nate Kemp, Cole Searles, Vinny Peel, Nathan Hechtl, Austin Knapp, Marquise Davis, Jaden Croom and Antonio Moffitt.

THE LINEUP

COACH REPORTS Coach: Nathan Knapp | Years coaching sport: 11

Weaknesses: Extra passes. We are a very unselfish team.

Last year’s record: 13-7

What do you think about your conference? It’s bigger than four teams, so it’s definitely better.

Place in conference: Third place in BCS Key starters lost: Andrew Duckett, Zach Schmidt, Andrew Boocher, Matt Vaughn Key returning lettermen: Austin Knapp, Marquise Davis, Cole Searles, Hunter Slaughter, Vinny Peel, Zach Grishaber Top newcomers: Chandler Plew, Scott Miller, Brady Duvall, Dalton Knapp, Nathan Heche, Antonio Moffitt, Nathan Kemp, Jaden Croom, Toby Latislaw Strengths: We can score inside or out. We are very quick and we have a deep bench.

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What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? The ability to talk and get after it defensively. Great help-side defense. What goals have you set? We want a winning season and to try to win more games than last year. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? Our kids are tough and hate losing, so it’s easy to coach because they always want to get better. What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? We need to handle adversity when it comes.

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Hunter Slaughter Marquise Davis Zach Grishaber Dalton Knapp Nate Kemp Chandler Plew Cole Searles Brady Duval Jaden Croom Vinny Peel Antonio Moffitt Austin Knapp Scott Miller Nathan Hechtl Toby Latislaw Coach Nathan Knapp

In front from left: Alexis Garcia and Mia Stella; back row: Makena Bowen, Emily Erwin, Chelsie Luczkowski, Cassandra Luczkowski, Makenna Hartline, Michaela Hartline, Jaleesa Garner, Libby Moody, Alyssa Bolen and Rachel Szilagyi.

2015-2016 SCHEDULE Dec. 1, 6 p.m. KZOO Loy Norrix Dec. 4, 6 p.m. Comstock Dec. 10, 6 p.m @ Buchanan DEC. 15, 6 p.m. @ Cassopolis Dec. 17, 6 p.m. Bridgman Dec. 27 @ Motor City Shootout

LADY CATS

COACH REPORTS

Coach: Josh Hood | Years coaching sport at school: 7 Career record:138-10 at Brandywine; 263-69 overall Last year’s record/place in conference: 23-2; BCS Athletic Conference, district, regional champions Key starters lost: Brooke Smith Key returning lettermen: Makenna Hartline, Michaela Hartline, Emily Erwin, Jaleesa Garner, Makenna Bowen, Rachel Szilagyi Strengths: Experience with eight of nine varsity letter winners back from last year’s 23-2 quarterfinal team. Depth is another strength of this team as we will rotate all 12 players in throughout. Team speed and players who can play multiple positions will also be a strength. Lastly, the ability to shoot the three-pointer from all 12 girls will be a strength of the team.

Jan. 2, 6:45 p.m. Jan. 7, 6 p.m. Jan. 9, 6:30 p.m. Jan. 15, 6 p.m. Jan. 21, 6 p.m. Jan. 23, 2 p.m. Jan. 28, 6 p.m. Feb. 2, 6 p.m. Feb. 4, 6 p.m. Feb. 11, 6 p.m. Feb. 13, 6 p.m. Feb. 16, 6 p.m. Feb. 19, 6 p.m. Feb. 23, 6 p.m.

Mishawaka Marian @ Berrien Springs @ So. Bend Adams Parchment @ Comstock @ South Bend Riley Buchanan New Buffalo @ Bridgman Berrien Springs Lakeshore St. Joseph @ Parchment Decatur

What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? Commitment and work ethic this off-season and pre-season has been as good as we have ever had since I’ve been at Brandywine. Instead of being complacent and living off last year’s success the girls have worked extremely hard to set themselves up for a successful season. What goals have you set? We always pride ourselves at never getting out-worked and leaving it all on the court. Other goals include working together as a team and taking pride in everything we do as a representative of the Brandywine Lady Cats program.

Weaknesses: Size will be a concern with no girl taller than 5-foot-10

How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? We have set our schedule up to face much adversity this season. With 15 of 20 games versus Class A or B schools, we have no time to get complacent in our work ethic or desire to improve every day. We also want the girls to enjoy the ride so we always celebrate wins, have team dinners throughout the season, and do anything we can to build team unity and create memories and life lessons that the girls will take with them when they graduate.

What do you think about your conference? Our conference is loaded with all-state players on multiple teams plus having four schools that are Class B. Each night in the league should be competitive and the conference champ could end up with multiple losses considering the parity across the board.

What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? We need to avoid injuries and continue to work hard every day. The rest of the process of a high school basketball season will take care of itself. At the end of the day, if the team gives their best effort and has fun together along the way, that’s all you can ask for as the head coach.

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Makenna Hartline Jaleesa Garner Mia Stella Michaela Hartline Makenna Bowen Emily Erwin Rachael Szilagyi Alyssa Bolen Cassandra Luczkowski Libby Moody Chelsie Luczkowski Alexis Garcia Coach Josh Hood THE TIPOFF • 9

BOBCAT WRESTLING In front from left: Michael Kachur, Searra Inman, Dallas Fahey; second row: John Miller, Austin Powell, Garrett Lerner, Joshua Jones; third row: Sam Burge, Brandon Lutes, Ryan Buchar, Jesse Lochmondy, Kaci Lintz; back row: coach Tony Holt, Alex Shell, Kristen Hertsal, Corbin Eckenberger, Peyton Pruitt, Aaron Casto, coach Rex Pomranka. Missing from photo: coach Mike Morrison, coach Wes Fike, Devon Powell, Shad Fein and Jacob Kimbrough.

COACH REPORTS

Coach: Rex Pomranka | Career record: 279-142 Years coaching: 18th overall, 11th as head coach Last year’s record: 17-16 Place in conference: Fifth place in BCS Key starters lost: Charlie Rodriguez Key returning lettermen: Michael Kachur, Ryan Buchar, Corbin Eckenberger, Sam Burge, Kaci Lintz, Jesse Lochmondy

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 9, 6 p.m. @BRONSON DEC. 12, 9 a.m. VICKSBURG TEAM TOURN. DEC. 16, 6 p.m. RIVER VALLEY DEC. 19, 9 a.m. MICHIGAN Center TOURN. DEC. 20, TBA BERRIEN SPRINGS INV. JAN. 6, 6 p.m. PARCHMENT/COMSTOCK JAN. 9, 9:30 a.m. HILLSDALE INVITATIONAL JAN. 13, 6 p.m. @ WHITE PIGEON JAN. 20, 6 p.m. @ NEW BUFFALO JAN. 27, 6 p.m. @ COLON JAN. 30, 8 a.m. BWINE SUPER TEAM DUALS FEB. 3, 6 p.m. NEW BUFFALO-BRIDGMAN FEB. 6, 9 p.m. BCS INVITATIONAL

Top newcomers: Searra Inman, Devon Powell, Peyton Pruitt Strengths: We have six wrestlers on this team who have qualified for the regional tournament in their high school careers. All of them are upper classmen and put in the time to try and improve upon what they did last season individually. Their presence and work ethic feeds a vibe to some of the more inexperienced wrestlers. Weaknesses: We have about seven or so wrestlers hanging around 140 to 145 that are all capable of starting in the line-up. It puts us at a disadvantage to be competitive if some of those kids aren’t in the varsity line-up. What do you think about your conference? It’s

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decent and with the addition to Berrien Springs, Comstock and Parchment from the Wolverine to the BCS it brings more talent to an otherwise fairly competitive conference. What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? How eager they are about getting on the mat to compete. Several of them aren’t stressing about their weight right now and neither are we as a coaching staff. They seem to have their diets and plans under control to where hopefully they can compete at their scratch weight starting Dec. 9. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? Every wrestler reacts differently and us as coaches get to know these kids very well during practice to where we can figure out where their heads are after a hard-fought match. There is nothing more rewarding then busting your butt all week to make weight and beat up your opponent on the mat. On the other hand there is nothing more devastating then busting your butt all week to make weight and lose. With this sport, winning and losing is so personal it really doesn’t compare to others. The kids know it’s up to them on how bad they want to win for themselves as well as the team but also they aren’t on an island isolated like it seems when you’re on the mat. We always have to be supportive and encouraging after every match and take those lessons of constructive criticism back to the practice room to improve.

BOBCAT BOWLING

COACH REPORTS Coach: Pepper Carter Years coaching: Second year Last year’s record/place in conference: Girls: 7-3; second place, qualified for state Boys: 9-1; second place, third at state Key starters lost: Girls: Jessica Stover, Holley Martyniuk, Skye Critchlow Boys: Jakob Szlagyi, Dominic Stella, Blake Lerner Key returning lettermen: Girls: Kori Bunch, Makayla Dierckx, Destiny Bennett, Rebecca Collins Boys: Michael Okayama, Matt Probst, Derek Lloyd, Wyatt Eager Top newcomers: Girls: Taylor Bass, Modalea Frazer Boys: Dustin Ward, Austin Carter, Justin Williamson, Alek Horvath

In front from left are: Wyatt Eager, Derek Lloyd, Dustin Ward; back row: Michael Okayama, Alek Horvath, Justin Williamson, Matt Probst and Austin Carter.

Strengths: We have kids who have been to state and know how to work to get there. Weaknesses: Most of the new kids have never bowled, so coaching new kids will be a challenge. What goals do you have? Stay positive, keep focused and improve our team average. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? I believe my bowlers handle the highs well. What team doesn’t? For the lows we remind them what they did well and how to improve on what they didn’t do well.

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 5, noon @ Allegan DEC. 19, 11 a.m. Coloma/South Haven DEC. 20, 11 a.m. @ Coloma JAN. 16, 11 a.m. South Haven/Allegan JAN. 30, 11 a.m. @ South Haven From left are: Makayla Dierckx, Rebecca Collins, Kori Bunch and Modalea Frazier.

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UCHANAN BUCKS

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Jade Mosier Senior

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BUCHANAN BASKETBALL

JAN. 15, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 19, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 22, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 26, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 29, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 1, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 2, 7:30 p.m.

Parchment @ Cassopolis Comstock @ Hartford Buchanan New Buffalo @ River Valley

FEB. 3, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 5, 7:30 p.m. FEb. 8, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 12, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 19, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 25, 7:30 p.m. MARCH 3, 7:30 p.m.

COACH REPORTS Coach: Reid McBeth | Years coaching sport: 15 Last year’s record: 13-9 / Second place BCS Place in conference: Third place in BCS Key starters lost: Tyler Flynn, Christian Catalano, Eli Lewis, Dustin Grey Key returning lettermen: Tim McCaffrey, Josiah Smith, Jarrett Thomas, Dalton Riddle Top newcomers: Dante Phillips, Rae Griffin, Christian Hall, Kyle Leazenby, Andrew McGuirt, Chad Adkerson, Ahmad Thompson Strengths: We have a hard-working group with several exceptional shooters. The bigs we have are aggressive and will help us on the boards. Weaknesses: We lack a ton of varsity game experience

and we also are on the small side. It will take huge efforts from our undersized players if we want to compete on the boards. What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? We have good team speed and we have nice shooters that are able to stretch the floor. I think we have the ability to be pretty good if we continue to play unselfish basketball. What goals have you set? We do not want to base the success of a game or a season on wins and loses. We will focus on playing to the best of our ability each time we take the floor as a team. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? Obviously in the course of a season you have rivals who you want to play well against. Our goal is to bring our “A” game to every game we play and that starts with bringing a positive attitude and a great work ethic.

@ Lawrence Bridgman @ Mendon @ Berrien Springs Parchment @ Comstock Lake Michigan Catholic

In front from left: Kyle Leazenby, Josiah Smith, Tim McCaffrey, Chad Adkerson, Andrew McGuirt; back row: Ahmad Thompson, Jarrett Thomas, Dalton Riddle, Dante Phillips, Christian Hall and coach Reid McBeth.

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Tim McCaffrey Andrew McGuirt Josiah Smith Chad Adkerson Jarrett Thomas Kyle Leazenby Dalton Riddle Christian Hall Ahmad Thompson Dante Phillips Coach Reid McBeth THE TIPOFF • 13

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LADY BUCKS BASKETBALL From left: Myeshia Mayo, Jayla Bibbs, Allie Stephenson, Brooklyn Krumrie, Jade Mosier, Brooke Wesner, Morgan Zelmer, Nikki Mucha and Ali Kyles.

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Brooke Wesner Brooklyn Krumrie Jade Mosier Nikki Mucha Jayla Bibbs Morgan Zelmer Ali Kyles Myeshia Mayo Ally Stephenson

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 1, 7:30 p.m. Dowagiac DEC. 4, 7:30 p.m. Parchment DEC. 10, 7:30 p.m. Brandywine DEC. 18, 6 p.m. @ Comstock DEC. 29, 6 p.m. @ Coloma JAN. 5, 7:30 p.m. @ Michigan Lutheran JAN. 7, 7:30 p.m. @ Bridgman JAN. 14, 7:30 p.m. Berrien Springs JAN. 19, 7:30 p.m. @ South Haven JAN. 22, 6 p.m. @ Parchment JAN. 28, 7:30 p.m. @ Brandywine FEB. 2, 7:30 p.m. Lake Michigan Catholic FEB. 4, 7:30 p.m. Comstock FEB. 9, 7:30 p.m. Cassopolis FEB. 11, 7:30 p.m. Bridgman FEB. 18, 7:30 p.m. Berrien Springs FEB. 23, 7:30 p.m. @ Niles

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COACH REPORTS

Coach: Gabe Miller | Career record: 31-12 Years coaching: Third year

Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record/place in conference: 19-4, second place BCS Conference Key starters lost: Selica Jones, Chelsey Bennett Key returning lettermen: Jade Mosier, Brooke Wesner, Ali Kyles, Myeshia Mayo, Jayla Bibbs, Nikki Mucha Top newcomers: Morgan Zelmer, Allie Stephensen, Brooklyn Krumrie, Lyndsey Haroff Strengths: We feel our experience this year is an asset and something we can count on in tight games that we may not have had in years past. On defense, I feel we will be a strong rebounding team who is aggressive and opportunistic. On offense, this year we feel we have the skilled players to score in transition, or space the court in the half-court offense and score points from a variety of areas. Weaknesses: We lack size and varsity experience off the bench. What do you think about your conference? This is my third year, and my third different conference. Each year the challenge is greater. I feel this season it will be a very competitive league with some high quality, competitive basketball being played each night. Obviously Brandywine returning seven of their top eight players is the team to beat. When you combine their experience, athleticism and ability to score in bunches off transition and the three-point shot it makes

for quite the challenge. Additionally, both Parchment and Comstock are two well-coached programs that will be great additions to improving the quality of play in the league. Parchment knocked off Benton Harbor two years ago in the Class B regional final and has an all-state guard from that team returning for her senior year. Comstock has their own all-state sophomore guard and showed great improvement last year as a team. Bridgman is well coached, and has the size that very few teams can match up with. Every night we will need to be focused and prepared to play in order for us to challenge for a league championship. What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? I have been impressed with the potential and focus we have shown in practice. Additionally, we graduated our two captains last year, but the leadership I thought we would miss is coming from a variety of areas. What goals have you set? Like all teams, we want to improve and give our best effort every night. However, ultimately we want to continue to not only mold great basketball players that make our community proud, but mold great students and citizens of our community who represent the name on the front of the jersey with class and pride. Then, as the athletes move on, they take the value of the life skills (work ethic, listening, dealing with adversity) they gained playing for the program and apply them successfully to their future endeavors. What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? We will need to continue to improve our focus in practice and make sure we are ready to accept the challenge of the season ahead of us. Our practice habits need to line up with our goals.

BUCHANAN WRESTLING

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 9, 6 p.m. @ Edwardsburg DEC. 12, 10 a.m. @ Kelloggsville Invitational DEC. 16, 6 p.m. @ River Valley DEC. 19, 9 a.m. @ Allendale Invitational DEC. 30, 9:30 a.m. @ Comstock Invitational

JAN. 6, 6 p.m. JAN. 13, 6 p.m. JAN. 16, 9 a.m. JAN. 20, 6 p.m. JAN. 23, 9 a.m.

Bronson/Colon @ River Valley Buchanan Super Dual I @ Comstock Buchanan Super Dual II

JAN. 27, 6 p.m. @ White Pigeon JAN. 30, 9:30 a.m. @ Greater Berrien County Inv. FEB. 3, 6:30 p.m. River Valley FEB. 6, 9:30 a.m. @ BCS Invitational @ Brandywine

In front from left: Cassie Nichols, Payton Morgon, Jay Strozewski, Randy Draper, Matt Strozewski, Caleb Kline, Max Carrigan, Travis Cook; second row: Haley Childress, Gunner Hutchison, Adam Eger, Jarrik Starnes, Hunter Kirk, Jacob Graham, Hunter Crocker, Trevor Kline; back row: Courtney Baker, Brandon Jerue, Wes Springer-Grounds, Matt Dehring, River Fox, Alan Ferguson, Dakota Cowan and Jason First.

COACH REPORTS Coach: Frank Mucha | Career record: 574-270-3

Top newcomers: Jay Strozewski, Al Ferguson

Years coaching: 36 years as head coach, four as assistant

Strengths: We have a veteran core of experienced wrestlers returning.

Last year’s record/place in conference: 24-7, fourth place BCS Conference

Weaknesses: It is very difficult to fill all 14 weight classes with experienced wrestlers.

Key starters lost: Eddie Washington, Colin Wheetley

What do you think about your conference? Bronson looks to be the top team.

Key returning lettermen: Trevor Kline, Caleb Kline, Matt Strozewski, Adam Eger, Jacob Graham, River Fox, Wes Springer-Grounds, Max Carrigan

What goals have you set? Our goal is to be at the top of our game when we get to February. THE TIPOFF • 15

COMPETITIVE CHEERLEADING COACH REPORTS Coach: Shannon Blackwell Years coaching: Third year Last year’s record/place in conference: Fourth place, eighth place at districts Key starters lost: Gabriella Copeland Key returning lettermen: Karissa Kennedy, Tyra Longcrier, Jessica Lee, Gabi Borst, Rebecca Tabor and Hailey Maust

What do you think about your conference? I’m happy with the conference lineup this year. I think it’s an even playing field and every team has the opportunity to be in that top spot. We are always excited to see Berrien Springs and LMC at meets. They are what we call our “sister teams.” We encourage and cheer one another on, which helps each team perform. So my team and I couldn’t be happier.

Strengths: Stunting, precision of motions and vocals.

What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? Their drive. This is by far the most driven and determined set of athletes that I have coached. They come into practice every day ready to perform and they give it their all. As a coach, it’s refreshing to see and that give me more motivation.

Weaknesses: Confidence. We have quite a few newcomers and they aren’t used to performing on a mat and having to use their voices while jumping and doing motions. This is something that is typical for the beginning of the season, but give them time. Once they perform at their first competition then confidence just comes along with the territory.

What goals have you set? Other than winning, we really focus on self-improvement. We come up with a game plan that they can see an ending result and we focus on it while also coming together as a team. It’s encouraging to know that we support each other and that we are their family outside of home.

Top newcomers: Alexis Heller, Brenna Ropp

How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? It starts with me. I have to make sure that I portray a manner that I would want my athletes to model after. I make sure that I’m the same coach if we come in first or last. We don’t focus on the negatives, but we will go over them and correct what we did wrong. I try to focus on the positives and I feel that if I set that example for them, then they are going to model what I do. So I maintain my sportsmanship so my team will conduct themselves in the same manner, no matter what the placing is. What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? Support. I am their biggest cheerleader, but I’m only one person. So we need the support from the parents, students, school staff and community. It’s hard when we have other schools that are just as big as us and their cheering section is so loud and then ours is like crickets. We have some dedicated parents and they do their best, and I love and appreciate them, but we definitely need more support.

Editor’s note: The Buchanan competitive cheerleading squad was unavailable to be photographed prior to press date.

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CASSOPOLIS BASKETBALL

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 8, 7 p.m. DEC. 11, 7:30 p.m. DEC. 15, 7:30 p.m. DEC. 18, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 5, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 8, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 12, 7:30 p.m.

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Deion Gatson Bryce Saxton Alex Emerson Shane Los Marquise Curtis Kiambu Gary Micha Welch Xander Smith Brandon Anderson Matthew Pittman Brylan Glover Ricky Jackson Trevor Bruens Coach: Ricky Evans

@ Edwardsburg @ New Buffalo Bridgman @ Centreville Eau Claire White Pigeon @ Buchanan

JAN. 15, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 19, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 22, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 26, 7:30 p.m. JAN. 29, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 2, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 5, 7:30 p.m.

Mendon Brandywine Bronson @ Comstock New Buffalo @ Niles Centreville

In front from left: Brandon Anderson, Kiambu Gary, Xander Smith, Deion Gatson, Trevor Bruens, Micha Welch; back row: Bryce Saxton, Matthew Pittman, Ricky Jackson, Marquise Curtis, Alex Emerson, Shane Los and Brylan Glover.

COACH REPORTS Coach: Ricky Evans | Career record: 36-28 Years coaching: Fourth year Last year’s record/place in conference: 10-1

What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? The new additions are picking up things very fast. What goals have you set? My main goal is coming together as a team.

Key starters lost: Brandon Glover, Noah Woods Key returning lettermen: Deion Gatson, Bryce Saxton, Matthew Pittman, Shane Los, Alex Emerson Top newcomers: Micha Welch

How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? Of course you are going to take winning better than losing, but we remind them that there is always room for improvement, win or lose, and to keep working hard.

Weaknesses: Very small What do you think about your conference? With the addition of New Buffalo it should be very competitive.

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FEB. 9, 7:15 p.m. @ Berrien Springs FEB. 11, 7:30 p.m. @ White Pigeon @ Lake Michigan Catholic FEB. 16, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 19, 7:30 p.m. @ Mendon Decatur FEB. 23, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 26, 7:30 p.m. @ Bronson

What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? Defense and more defense.

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2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 1, 7:30 p.m. @ River Valley DEC. 3, 7:30 p.m. Bronson DEC. 7, 7:30 p.m. @ Lake Mich. Catholic DEC. 8, 7:30 p.m. Three Rivers DEC. 10, 7:30 p.m. New Buffalo DEC. 15, 7:30 p.m. @ Brandywine DEC. 17, 7:30 p.m. Centreville

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COACH REPORTS Coach: Henry N. Pittman, Jr. | Career record: 115-94

What do you think about your conference? Very balanced

Years coaching: 18 years overall, third at Cassopolis Last year’s record/place in conference: 9-12, Third place in BCS Conference Key starters lost: Kaylyn Forrest, Jayne Butts, Nakiela Sinclair, Kortenei Suggs Key returning lettermen: Brittney Prestly, Ky’ana Buck Top newcomers: Teirra Johnson, Kyrah Taylor, Santaya Gibson, Eryn Forrest, Telayah Coats, Madison Brooks Strengths: Decent shooting, rebounding Weaknesses: Bench strength for various positions

What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? Work ethic, enthusiasm What goals have you set? Show improvement in each game. Shoot 80 percent or better from the free throw line and have 10 or less turnovers per game. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? We must have confidence, believe in ourselves and remain level-headed. We must never give up, if losing, and not be over confident if winning. What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? Good team play, offensively and defensively. The offense must take care of the basketball. We must remain positive and we must be consistent.

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In front from left: Santaja Gibson, Telayah Coats, Eryn Forrest, Brittney Prestly, Tierra Johnson, Kyrah Taylor; back row: coach Henry Pittman, manager Joy Roddy, manager Maliah Marisin, Ky’ana Buck, Madison Brooks, volunteer Will Hunt and JV coach Lamar Pittman.

THE LINEUP 3 10 11 15 20 21 22 32

Tierra Johnson Eryn Forrest Brittney Prestley Ky’ana Buck Santaja Gibson Madison Brooks Kyrah Taylor Telayah Coats Coach: Henry Pittman

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Cass wrestling

RANGER WRESTLING In front from left: Dylan Green, Takuma Hamano, Dillon Richey, Zachery McKee, Kalob Anderson; back row: John Linardakis, Cross Borsa, Colin Kelley, Nick Baker, Daniel Deubner and A.J. Green.

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 9, 6 p.m. @ Vicksburg DEC. 12, 9 a.m. Steve Linton Memorial DEC. 16, 6 p.m. Berrien Springs DEC. 19, 9 a.m. @ Eau Claire JAN. 2, 9 a.m. @ Berrien Springs JAN. 6, 6 p.m. @ Berrien Springs JAN. 13, 6 p.m. @ River Valley JAN. 16, 9 a.m. @ Buchanan Super Dual I JAN. 20, 6 p.m. @ New Buffalo JAN. 23 , 9 a.m. @ Comstock JAN. 27, 6 p.m. Berrien Springs JAN. 30, 9 a.m. @ St. Joseph FEB. 3, 6 p.m. @ Berrien Springs FEB. 6 , 9 a.m. @ Brandywine

COACH REPORTS Coach: Kenyon R. Ellison Years coaching: First year Last year’s record/place in conference: Fourth place, eighth place at districts Strengths: Our strength will be in experience with a great group of seniors leading the pack this season. Conditioning will also be a strength for us this year. Weaknesses: Our weaknesses will come in the large number of freshmen we will have. It will take some time to break those guys in to the varsity wrestling lifestyle, but once they are there, they will be a great fit. What do you think about your conference? As a first-year head coach this will be my first experience in this conference. Coming from Niles wrestling and then eventually coaching under Todd Hesson, the Big 16 is really all I know. But I am looking forward to what this conference has to bring to the table. What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? I’ve seen great senior

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leadership. They are eager to lend a hand in any way they can. Also our freshman class is eager to learn. They are always asking questions for clarification in technique; from a coaching standpoint that is what you love from your athletes. What goals have you set? A team goal I have set for this year is to strive in the classroom as well as on the mat. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? I think they will handle the highs and lows of winning and losing with the same attitude as they would if it were not a competitive sport. I have stressed to them that you win like you won before; and you lose like you have as well. I told them it is OK to be upset; but they will not embarrass our school, our team, or I as their coach. Unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated. You have to know what it is like to lose to ever be a great champion. What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? One intangible that will be needed is that everyone makes weight and is eligible. That will absolutely be crucial to our success.

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DOWAGIAC BASKETBALL THE LINEUP 1 5 10 12 14 20 22 24 30 32 34 42 44

Marcus Winchester-Jones Jarry Reed DeYonte Sullivan Brandon Winchester-Jones Zach Davis Leroy Lewis Josh Lamphere Adrien Bucha-Moore Bernard Gaston, Jr. Keoante Blackamore Jamin Hunt Mack Charles Jeffery Holloman, Coach Danum Hunt

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 8, 7 p.m. @ Buchanan DEC. 11, 7:15 p.m. @ Otsego DEC. 15, 7:15 p.m. Plainwell DEC. 17, 7 p.m. Sturgis JAN. 5, 7:15 p.m. @ Niles JAN. 8, 7:15 p.m. Edwardsburg JAN. 12, 7:15 p.m. South Haven JAN. 15, 7:15 p.m. @ Vicksburg JAN. 22, 7:15 p.m. Three Rivers JAN. 26, 7:15 p.m. Paw Paw JAN. 29, 7:15 p.m. @ Sturgis FEB. 2, 7:15 p.m. @ Lakeshore FEB. 5, 7:15 p.m. @ Edwardsburg FEB. 9, 7:15 p.m. @ Allegan FEB. 12, 7:15 p.m. Vicksburg FEB. 16, 7:15 p.m. St. Joseph FEB. 19, 7:15 p.m. @ Three Rivers FEB. 26, 7:15 p.m. @ Paw Paw

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In front from left: Leroy Lewis, Bernard Gaston, Zach Davis, Marcus Winchester-Jones, Brandon WinchesterJones; back row: coach Danum Hunt, Jamin Hunt, DeYonte Sullivan, Keoante Blackamore, Adrian Bucha-Moore, Harry Reed, Josh Lamphere and Jeffrey Holloman.

COACH REPORTS Coach: Danum Hunt | Career record: 90-41

it interesting to see the outcome of the season.

Years coaching: 14 years at Dowagiac, seventh year as head coach

What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? The level of intensity that we’ve started with. Usually it takes a few practices to build it, but they’ve started at a high level this year.

Last year’s record/place in conference: 17-4; First place Wolverine West Division, second place overall Key starters lost: Bryce Dodd, three-year letterman; Daquan Brooks, defensive specialist Key returning lettermen: Brandon WinchesterJones, Harry Reed, Keoante Blackamore, Leroy Lewis, DeYonte Sullivan

What goals have you set? To help make our school and community more unified and bring excitement through our efforts on the court and by contributing off the court as well.

Weaknesses: Height

How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? We take it all in stride. Whether we win or lose we make the effort to get better and improve everyday, not only as players, but as individuals as well. I attempt to teach them to never take for granted the good things in life and just know that you can overcome any obstacle if you continue to grind it out.

What do you think about your conference? The Wolverine remains competitive. We’ve had some changes and re-alignments that will make

What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? No injuries. Consistency.

Top newcomers: Jamin Hunt, Adrien BuchaMoore, Marcus Winchester-Jones Strengths: We have several returning starters.

LADY CHIEFTAINS

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 1, 7 p.m. DEC. 4, 6:30 p.m. DEC. 8, 6:30 p.m. DEC. 10, 6:30 p.m. DEC. 15, 7:15 p.m. DEC. 17, 6 p.m. JAN. 5, 7 p.m.

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In front from left: Elaiyh Pruitt, Cania Joseph, Mara Nelson, Nijah Russell, Brittany Straus; back row: Taylor Pic, Amiyha Smith, Taylor Hulett, Alyssa Allen, Micaela Ruff, Gabby Harrison and coach Floyd Foston.

COACH REPORTS Coach: Floyd Foston | Career record: 7-56

Weaknesses: Size and inexperience

Years coaching: Fourth year at Dowagiac

What do you think about your conference? The Wolverine is a very tough conference.

Last year’s record/place in conference: 4-17; Fifth place in Wolverine West Division Key starters lost: Jenesis Green, Riley Daly, Asyria Geegan

What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? Speed, quickness, athleticism What goals have you set? Develop chemistry, be consistent, create a family atmosphere.

Key returning lettermen: Taylor Hulett, Mara Nelson Top newcomers: Nijah Russell, Brittany Strauss, Amiyah Smith, Cania Joseph Strengths: Quickness and athleticism

@ Edwardsburg Allegan @ Vicksburg @ Three Rivers Cassopolis Wolverine crossover

THE LINEUP 10 12 14 20 22 24 30 32 34 40 42

Cania Joseph Taylor Hulett Nijah Russell Brittany Strauss Elaiyh Pruitt Alyssa Allen Mara Nelson Gabrielle Harrison Micaela Ruff Taylor Pye Amiyah Smith Coach Floyd Foston

How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? It’s tough when you lose. If you are winning you make sure they don’t get overconfident by keeping them focused and prepared. THE TIPOFF • 25

DOWAGIAC WRESTLING

In front from left: Kody Walker, Jesse Edge, James Szymonski, Gage Williams, Xander Keller, Patrick Sirk, Kris Wigent, Kade Fennell, Ally Marquart; second row: Jared Peters, Kaleb Detwiller, Nick Turnbow, Mason Hiler, Manny Gonzalez, Nate Tackett, William Phillips, Kyle Ortegal, Mike Nuyen; back row: head coach Colin Burandt, assistant coach Casey Burandt, assistant coach Pat Lyle, Ben Herter, Nico Linaries, Scotty Hassle, Diego Parades, Spondon Biswas, Derek Collett, Gabe Aranda, coach Mike Williams, Daniel Rosales, assistant coach John Johnson

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 9, 6 p.m. @ Edwardsburg @ Vicksburg DEC. 12, 9 a.m. DEC. 16, 6 p.m. Quad DEC. 19, 9:30 a.m. @ Gull Lake JAN. 2, TBA @ Berrien Springs JAN. 6, 6 p.m. @ South Haven @ Plainwell JAN. 13, 6 p.m. JAN. 16, 9:30 a.m. @ Hopkins JAN. 20, 6 p.m. Quad JAN. 27, 6 p.m. @ Edwardsburg JAN. 30, 9:30 a.m. @ St. Joseph FEB. 6, 9 a.m. @ Allegan

COACH REPORTS Coach: Colin Burandt

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Years coaching: First year

What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? The ability to learn quickly and the quick progress they have made already.

Last year’s record/place in conference: 6-5; sixth place in Wolverine Conference

What goals have you set? Getting better and stronger every day, both mentally and physically.

Key starters lost: Tristan Howard Key returning lettermen: Scotty Hassle, Gage Williams Top newcomers: Nick Turnbow Strengths: We have lots of youth and some solid returning wrestlers. Weaknesses: Depth What do you think about your conference? The conference is very tough up top with Allegan,

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COMPETITIVE CHEER In front from left: Lindsey Bogen, Jennifer Smith, Madeline Stockwell, Marissa Castaneda, Jolie Camp; second row: Makaela Castaneda, Katie Howard, Olga Dickson-French, Chelsea Dorton; back row: Shaelyn Bundy, Jadelyn Zimmerman, Kyra Kuriata, Sophia Stockwell and Alexandria Dietz.

COACH REPORTS Coach: Jamie Whitfield Years coaching: 11 years coaching cheer, third year as MHSAA competitive cheer team Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record/place in conference: Ninth in Wolverine Conference Key starters lost: None Key returning lettermen: Lindsey Bogan, Jolie Camp, Makaela Castaneda, Marissa Castaneda, Katie Howard, Kyra Kuriata, Sophie Stockwell, Jadelyn Zimmerman Strengths: We have many girls who have advanced their tumbling skills. Weaknesses: We have a lack of bases for the round 3.

What do you think about your conference? We have had teams that advanced to the state finals in the past few years.

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 5, 10 a.m. @ St. Joseph DEC. 9, 6 p.m. @ Otsego JAN. 7, 6 p.m. @ Edwardsburg JAN. 18, 6 p.m. @ Coloma @ Paw Paw JAN. 20, 6 p.m. @ Allegan FEB. 3, 5 p.m. FEB. 8, 6 p.m. @ Berrien Springs FEB. 15, 6 p.m. @ St. Joseph

What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? They are very positive about our future in the conference. What goals have you set? Our goal is to put in back walkovers into our round 2 cheer. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? Each competition is a new opportunity, learn from the past and move forward. What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? Players who will be willing to work on their own and have the selfdiscipline required to do that. THE TIPOFF â&#x20AC;˘ 27

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EDDIES BASKETBALL

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 8, 7 p.m. Cassopolis DEC. 11, 7:15 p.m. @ Allegan DEC. 15, 7:15 p.m. Paw Paw DEC. 17, 7:15 p.m. Three Rivers JAN. 5, 7:15 p.m. Berrien Springs JAN. 8, 7:30 p.m. @ Dowagiac JAN. 12, 7:15 p.m. Otsego

JAN. 15, 7:15 p.m. @ South Haven JAN. 19, 7:30 p.m. @ Lakeshore JAN. 22, 7:15 p.m. Vicksburg JAN. 26, 7:15 p.m. Sturgis JAN. 29, 7:15 p.m. @ Three Rivers FEB. 5, 7:30 p.m. Dowagiac FEB. 9, 7:15 p.m. @ Plainwell

FEB. 12, 7:15 p.m. South Haven FEB. 16, 7:30 p.m. @ Elkhart Central FEB. 19, 7:15 p.m. @ Vicksburg FEB. 22, 7 p.m. Niles FEB. 26, 7:15 p.m. @ Sturgis MARCH 3, 7:15 p.m. @ Wolverine crossover

COACH REPORTS Coach: Steve Wright | Career record: 35-13 Years coaching: Third year as varsity coach, 10th year in the program

What do you think about your conference? We have a very strong conference from top to bottom. Every game should be highly contested. Should be a great and exciting year.

Last year’s record/place in conference: Second place in the Wolverine West Division

What goals have you set? Playing together and working hard every day.

Key starters lost: Isaac Vite, Jackson Gaideski, Derek Pierce, Dalton Raymond

How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? We try to keep things in perspective. We teach the values of hard work. When you have those two characteristics, good things happen.

Key returning lettermen: Dante Razzano, Ben Robertson, Jon Albrecht, Shane Streb, Adam Kozinski, Nathan Brown Top newcomers: Hard to say yet. Strengths: Teamwork and leadership Weaknesses: We will soon find out. 30 • THE TIPOFF

What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? We need continued leadership and accountability for each other. Players must hold each other to high standards on and off the floor.

In front from left: A.J. Rosebush, Chase Tarwacki, Dylan Layher, Kev’on Taylor, Cameron Ekenayake; back row: head coach Steve Wright, Ben Robertson, Zach Plummer, Jon Albrecht, Nate Brown, Dante Razzano, Shane Streb, Adam Kozinski and assistant coach James Solarek.

THE LINEUP 3 4 5 10 11 20 21 22 30 32 34 42

Jon Albrecht Dylan Layher Dante Razzano Cameron Ekenayake Chase Tarwacki Shane Streb Kev’on Taylor A.J. Rosebush Adam Kozinski Ben Robertson Nate Brown Zach Plummer

LADY EDDIES

In front from left: Hannah Olson, Alexa Markel, Hana Dantone, Savannah Dixon, Michaela Ritschard, Kaitlyn Zarycki; back row: Melanie Becker, Noelle Kraus, Gabi Fonseca, Chloe Bartz, Brayden Curtis and Samantha Ekanayake.

COACH REPORTS Coach: Jon Pobuda | Career record: 50-35 varsity boys at Decatur

What do you think about your conference? Every team is well coached and every game should be competitive.

Years coaching: First year at Edwardsburg Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record/place in conference: 7-14, third place Wolverine West Key starters lost: Kaitlyn Rogers Key returning lettermen: Savannah Dixon, Noelle Kraus, Michaela Ritschard Top newcomers: We are a young team with many newcomers ready to play and contribute.

What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? Hard work and dedication to the team. What goals have you set? We will strive to reach our full potential in the classroom and on the court. We want to get better every day and have a winning season. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? Having character and being mentally tough will allow us to handle anything. We coach the girls to control the controllable and be respectful.

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 1, 7:15 p.m. @ Niles DEC. 4, 7:15 p.m. Sturgis DEC. 11, 7:15 p.m. Allegan @ Paw Paw DEC. 15, 7:15 p.m. DEC. 17, 6 p.m. Three Rivers JAN. 5, 7:15 p.m. @ Berrien Springs @ Dowagiac JAN. 8, 6 p.m. JAN. 12, 7:15 p.m. @ Otsego JAN. 15, 7:15 p.m. South Haven JAN. 19, 6 p.m. @ Lakeshore JAN. 22, 7:15 p.m. @ Vicksburg JAN. 26, 7:15 p.m. @ Sturgis JAN. 29, 6 p.m. @ Three Rivers FEB. 5, 6 p.m. Dowagiac FEB. 9, 7:15 p.m. Plainwell FEB. 12, 7:15 p.m. @ South Haven FEB. 16, 7 p.m. Buchanan FEB. 19, 7:15 p.m. Vicksburg FEB. 23, 7:20 p.m. St. Joseph FEB. 25, 7:15 p.m. Wolv. crossover

Strengths: Quickness and intelligence Weaknesses: Size and inexperience

What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? Leadership, positive attitude and work ethic. THE TIPOFF â&#x20AC;˘ 31

Eburg wrestling

EDWARDSBURG WRESTLING 2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 8, 5:30 p.m. Eddies Quad DEC. 12, 9 a.m. @ Southwest Michigan Classic @ Allegan DEC. 16, 5:30 p.m. @ Dowagiac @ Penn Super Duals DEC. 19, 9 a.m. DEC. 30, 9:30 a.m. @ Comstock Inv. JAN. 6, 5:30 p.m. @ South Haven JAN. 9, 9 a.m. @ New Prairie Invitational JAN. 13, 5:30 p.m. @ Plainwell JAN. 16, 9 a.m. @ Mendon team Tourn. JAN. 20, 5:30 p.m. @ Dowagiac JAN. 23, 9 a.m. @ Bronson Invitational JAN. 27, 5:30 p.m. Wolverine Quad JAN. 30, 9:30 a.m. @ Greater Berrien County Invitational FEB. 6, 9 a.m. Wolverine Conference Meet @ Allegan

Front from left: Calob Besaw, Michael Tatay, Ellis Miller, Oliver Morris, Michael Higley, Hunter Vargo, Patrick Snyder, Adam Quinn; Second row: Quinten Davis, Josh McMann, Jacob Andrina, Nick Bradley, Jay Fitzpatrick, Ben Anson, Cloe Walters, John Willard; Back row: Steven Harris, Josh Harris, Quinlan Collicott, Bo Thomas, Blake Parsons, Austin Cline, Isiaha Mitchell, Jarrett Wood and Lucas Marks.

COACH REPORTS Coach: Mike Higley | Career record: 69-26

Weaknesses: Depth in some areas

Years coaching: Fifth year

What do you think about your conference? Allegan and Sturgis will field very good teams.

Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record/place in conference: 10-1; Second place in Wolverine Conference Key starters lost: Dustin Vires, Keathley Marks, Devon McGrath Key returning lettermen: Michael Higley, Hunter Vargo, Lucas Marks, Blake Parsons, Jarrett Wood, Bo Thomas, Thor Fifer, Austin Cline, Joe Hess, Nick Bradley, Josh Harris, Patrick Snyder Top newcomers: Michael Tatay, Bryce Guernsey, Dylan Guernsey, Josh McMann Strengths: Very experienced group

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What goals have you set? Stay healthy and build confidence, character and work ethic into these young men. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? Every athlete is different. Your coaching style needs to be consistent and positive. What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? Health, mental toughness and a desire to push past what they perceive their limits are so they maximize their potential. They are a very talented group if they believe in themselves.

COMPETITIVE CHEER

COACH REPORTS Coach: Heather L. Hartley

are working very hard at perfecting what we have.

Years coaching: 10 years total, six years of competitive

What do you think about your conference? I love our conference in the fact that everyone has a positive attitude and are always willing to help if needed.

Last year’s record/place in conference: One firstplace, six second-place wins; second in Wolverine West Division Key starters lost: We lost 11 very talented seniors last year. Key returning lettermen: Brittany Bowman, Joelle Eaves, Kalli Mead, Jenna Merrill, Samiyya Scheretie, Cassie Harrison, Hannah Nusbaum, Mallory Sager, Caity Wimberly, Alyssa Pilarski, Kylee Pinkston, Arika Fell Top newcomers: Chelsea Philpot, Abbi Nugent, Lauren Quigg, Courtney Leach, Hannah Philpot, Rayven Jarvis, Kaylin Wenger, Valeria Badilla, Courtney Thoren, Elise Karaman Strengths: We work very well together. We all want one thing and the only way to get there is to be encouraging towards one another. There is no way shape or form this is a single sport. It is all in or nothing at all. Weaknesses: I would have to say our weakness is going to be our tumbling, as far as skills go. However, we

What goals have you set? We always set individual goals for each athlete. But as a team it is to score higher than 200 in round 1 and 2 and higher than 300 in round 3. Or in any combination of them to get us to over 700 points overall. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? My team is humble. They know that they are not the top dogs. There is such a drive to constantly do better. Even when they reach their goals, they say, “What next?” They get excited when they see that they have accomplished something, but then it is always, “What next coach? How can we keep pushing ourselves?” They compete first with themselves then with teams. As long as they are accomplishing their goals, that is all I care about. Yes, a trophy is always great, but did you succeed as a team in getting that or was it a given?

In front from left: Samiyya Scheretie, Kaylin Wenger, Arika Fell, Rayven Jarvis, Chelsea Philpotk Second row: Cassie Harrison, Abbi Nugent, Courtney Leach, Brittany Bowman, Joelle Eaves, Elise Karaman, Hannah Philpot; Back row: Jenna Merrill, Hannah Nusbaum, Val Badilla, Caity Wimberley, Lauren Quigg, Alyssa Pilarski, Kylee Pinkston and Mallory Sager, Kalli Mead. Missing from photo: Courtney Thoren, manager Brianna Brabham and manager Brittany Dickson.

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 9, 6 p.m. @ Otsego JAN. 7, 6 p.m. Wolv. Jamboree JAN. 13, 6 p.m. @ Allegan JAN. 18, 6 p.m. @ Coloma INV. JAN. 20, 6 p.m. @ Paw Paw FEB. 2, 5 p.m. @ Wolv. Conf. Meet FEB. 17, 6 p.m. @ Vicksburg

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2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 8, 7:15 p.m. @ Three Rivers DEC. 11, 7 p.m. Portage Northern DEC. 15, 7 p.m. @ Kalamazoo Loy Norrix JAN. 5, 7:15 p.m. Dowagiac Portage Central JAN. 8, 7:15 p.m. JAN. 9, 7 p.m. @ Mishawaka JAN. 12, 7 p.m. @ Mattawan

JAN. 15, 7 p.m. JAN. 22, 7 p.m. JAN. 26, 7 p.m. JAN. 29, 7 p.m. FEB. 2, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 5, 7 p.m. FEB. 9, 7 p.m.

@ St. Joseph Lakeshore Kalamazoo Central Benton Harbor Cassopolis @ Portage Northern Gull Lake

FEB. 12, 7:15 p.m. FEB. 19, 7 p.m. FEB. 22, 7 p.m. FEB. 26, 7 p.m. MARCH 1, 7 p.m. MARCH 3, 7:15 p.m.

COACH REPORTS Coach: Todd Pawielski

has one of their better teams and Benton Harbor should be very good. Both Portages are much improved.

Years coaching: 14 years overall/10 at Niles Last year’s record/place in conference: 5-15/last place SMAC West Division Key starters lost: Gabe Stokes, Ray Glen, Also lost seniors Adam Langmeyer, Sammy Rodts, Jalen Alexander, Dontae Murphy Key returning lettermen: Seniors: Gavin Rasler, Tyler Phillips, Derek Brown, Devin Kuemin. Juniors: Jake Hamm, Alex Harpenau Top newcomers: Seniors: Donovan Jennings, Gatlin York; Juniors: Bryce Lake, Austin Curran, Dustin Anders, Dawson Clemens Strengths: Decent size, plenty of experience. Gavin is in his third year on the varsity. Tyler, Derek and Jake had lots of minutes last season. Weaknesses: Ball handling and attention to detail. Shot selection is a work in progress. What do you think about your conference? Lakeshore 36 • THE TIPOFF

What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? The kids are playing hard enough, but not close to smart enough. Guys have shown that they are willing to defend which is wonderful. We have also shown a complete lack of understanding of who should shoot the basketball and when. What goals have you set? A mark around .500 would be a terrific accomplishment for this group. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? Kids are resilient. We need them to mostly just play. We are fortunate to have a lot of kids who love basketball. Our job with them in the gym has always been a pleasure. What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? Our team needs to execute on the floor on game night. Be where you are supposed to be and do what you are supposed to do. They have a chance to achieve this by listening to their coaches and teammates. Last year’s group proved that listening to people in the crowd doesn’t help anybody.

@ Portage Central St. Joseph @ Edwardsburg @ Lakeshore @ Benton Harbor Buchanan

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Donovan Jennings Gatlin York Derek Brown Bryce Lake Jake Hamm Alex Harpenau Dustin Anders Dawson Clemens Tyler Phillips Gavin Rasler Devin Kuemin Austin Curran Coach Todd Pawielski

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COACH REPORTS Coach: Phil D’Amico | Career record: 14-8 Years coaching: Second year

Last year’s record/place in conference: 14-8; Third place SMAC West Key starters lost: None. Key returning lettermen: Jazmin Brann, Elyse Zimmerman, Maya Brookins, Emily Gaines, Antonia Palmer Top newcomers: Jaycee Myer Strengths: Experience, team speed, good athletic team, tenacious defenders Weaknesses: We need to improve shooting percentage from last year; early season injuries may force newcomers to the lineup. What do you think about your conference? The conference is very tough, very competitive, very athletic. Very well-coached teams, with some very good conference talent. Every game is a grind and there is no team you can overlook. What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? We were in better shape and condition

than I anticipated, and how well all the newcomers to the team, six new varsity players, have jelled with the returning players. What goals have you set? There are some teams and games that Niles has not beaten in several years, so getting over the hump will be critical for this team to get to the next level. I think a team goal is consistency and to play well early, remain at a high level of play, and play hard all the way through the end of the season. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? Last year was a microcosm of the previous two years. They played well early and then hit a tough stretch in the middle of the season, and then tried to get it back at the end of the season. I think this year we need to coach our team to be more consistent through the season; I need to get more players time early in the season as we can get some rest early, and get more experienced players later in the year. What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? We need to shoot better. Last year we struggled offensively and went long stretches in games where we didn’t score much. We had too many turnovers at key moments, which we have to cut down, and we need to find a way to incorporate our newcomers into the team. So team chemistry will be important.

Front from left: Antonia Palmer, Tegan Bays, Elyse Zimmerman, Maya Brookins, Emily Gaines, Taylor Gibson; back: Steve Johnson (assistant coach), Jessica Johnson (JV, assistant varsity coach), Alexis Preston, LaJan Mitchell, Jazmin Brann, Aynsley Myer, Jaycee Myer and head coach Phil D’Amico.

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 1, 7:15 p.m. Edwardsburg DEC. 4, 7 p.m. @ Benton Harbor DEC. 8, 7 p.m. @ Dowagiac DEC. 11, 5:45 p.m. Portage North. DEC. 14, 7:30 p.m. @ Mish. Marian DEC. 15, 7 p.m. Kzoo Loy Norrix JAN. 2, 4:30 p.m. Border Battle @ Brandywine JAN. 8, 5:45 p.m. Portage Central JAN. 12, 7 p.m. Mattawan JAN. 15, 5:45 p.m. @ St. Joseph JAN. 19, 7 p.m. Three Rivers JAN. 22, 5:45 p.m. Lakeshore JAN. 26, 7 p.m. @ KZOO Central JAN. 29, 5:45 p.m. Benton Harbor FEB. 5, 5:45 p.m. @ Portage North. FEB. 9, 7 p.m. Gull Lake FEB. 12, 5:45 p.m. @ Portage CEn. FEB. 19, 5:45 p.m. St. Joseph FEB. 23, 7 p.m. Buchanan FEB. 26, 5:45 p.m. @ Lakeshore

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NILES WRESTLING 2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 9, 5 p.m.

Battle of Divisions @ Grandville @ Allegan DEC. 12, 9:30 a.m. Southwest Classic Portage Central/ DEC. 15, 5 p.m. Portage Northern DEC. 19, 9 a.m. @ Penn Super Duals @ Defiance, Ohio DEC. 28, 9 a.m. JAN. 6, 5 p.m. @ Lakeshore St. JOE/Benton Harbor JAN. 13, 5 p.m. JAN. 20, 5 p.m. @ Mattawan JAN. 23, 12 p.m. @ Lakeshore Super Duals JAN. 27, 5 p.m. @ Battle Creek Lakeview JAN. 30, 9:30 a.m. @ Berrien County INV. @ Lakeshore FEB. 2, 5 p.m. FEB. 6, 8 a.m. @ SMAC TOURN. @ Mattawan

In front from left: Johnathon Castleman, Nate Frary, Cole Simpson, Davin Simpson, Andrew Flick, Courtland Lamberton, Brenden Hall, Mitch Findeisen, Cade Stephenson, Reese Gardner, Seth Crocker, Carrie Crouch, Briana Curtis; second row: Robert Buckland, Gavyn Williams, Austin Reid, Tyler McCaffrey, Harrison Haden, Jose Velez, Dawson Bruckner, Kenneth Krempetz, Kodie Thomas, Nathan Visel, Kevin Walker, Zack Keck, Chase Rudell; back row: manager Alyssa Poage, Cade Best, Jared Marin, coach Tom Desenberg, Dayton Smith, Devin Tomlinson, Robert Glover, Devontae Gaskill, Adam Cole, Jason Echeverria, Cody Glick, Braulio Sosa, Jordan Turnbow, Tysen Custard, coach Todd Hesson and manager Chase Andres.

COACH REPORTS Coach: Todd Hesson | Career record: 187-71

a lot of points.

Years coaching: Ninth season

Weaknesses: Trying to replace 14 graduated starters. Inexperience at some weight classes. Kids bunched up at the same weight classes.

Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record/place in conference: 24-4, SMAC West champions, Division 2 district, regional and quarterfinal champions Key starters lost: Josh Dayhuff, Warren Smith, Noah Hall, Sean Craig, Alex Bata, Ted Jackowiak, Wyatt Thornton, Cody Thorton Fred Kemp, Carter Rausch Key returning lettermen: Andrew Flick, Cade Stephenson, Brenden Hall, Mitch Findeisen, Courtland Lamberton, Quintin Smith, Adam Cole, Devonte Gaskill, Davin Simson, Dayton Smith, Cody Glick, Braulio Sosa, Robert Glover, Jason Echheverria, Sam Soto, Reese Gardner Top newcomers: A very large and potentially solid freshman class that may add some depth to our lineup. Strengths: Solid returning core group of kids. Balance throughout the lineup that could score

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What goals have you set? Improvement throughout the season. Understanding the importance of work ethic and discipline. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? Our kids are fairly resilient. They understand the schedule and the need to prepare for the postseason. We try to coach the effort both on the mat and in the wrestling room. We urge them to show up everyday and invest in the program and follow the plan. What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? Solid leadership. We have all new captains who will lead by example. Mental toughness. Duals are won/lost by pins and bonus points. We need to learn to stay off our backs.

In front from left: Tori Velez, Shikara Rollf; second row: Brooke Sinner, Allie Turtle, Kassi Richmond, Chelsea Thomas, Camillie; back row: Kristin Hogue, Jenny Walters, Coach Katelyn Floor, Emily Jackson and Sha’wana Woffard.

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COACH REPORTS

Coach: Katelyn Floor Years coaching: First year as varsity coach, two years as JV coach Key returning lettermen: Shikara Rollf, Kassi Richmond, Tori Velez, Allie Turtle Top newcomers: Jenny Walters

What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? How fast the team has gone from being individuals to one team. What goals have you set? To make each cheerleader end the year being better than when they entered the season.

Weaknesses: Tumbling

How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? No matter the end result of the competition they always come to practice focused and ready to work harder than before.

What do you think about your conference? It is a very competitive conference, especially being newcomers.

What intangibles will be needed for you to have a successful season? Continued positivity and motivation.

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COACH REPORTS Coach: Jim Jaynes – head coach; Bill Reeves, Jr. – assistant coach Years coaching: Fifth year. Started Niles bowling team

VIKING BOWLING

Last year’s record/place in conference: Boys: 9-1, first place conference, 14th place at state finals Girls: 6-4, fourth place conference Key starters lost: Stingray Jaynes, Grant Gourley, Spencer Fuller Key returning lettermen: Boys: Tyler Mahar, Dru Brown, Jordan McGregor Girls: Tori Sarratore, Jessica Tompos, Kaitlyn McDonald, Ronnie Harner Strengths: Willingness to learn and work as a team. Weaknesses: With so many new bowlers, we have a lack of experience.

What do you think about your conference? It is a competitive conference. What have you seen from your team so far that has surprised you? Their willingness to learn. What goals have you set? Individual improvement and to have fun. How do you think your players handle the highs and lows of winning and losing, and how do you coach that? We focus on the now.

2015-2016 SCHEDULE DEC. 5, 1 p.m. @ Allegan DEC. 19, 11 a.m. South Haven JAN. 2, 11 a.m. @ Brandywine JAN. 16, 12 p.m. Coloma JAN. 23, 9 a.m. @ EK Bowling Inv. JAN. 30, 11 a.m. @ Brandywine FEB. 13, 11 a.m. Coloma Singles Tourn.

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Jan. 6 Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 7 at Chicago, 8 p.m. Jan. 10 at Memphis, 6 p.m. Jan. 12 at New York, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 13 Indiana, 8 p.m. Jan. 15 Phoenix, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 16 at Washington, 7 p.m. Jan. 18 at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 20 at Toronto, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 22 Chicago, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 23 at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Jan. 25 at Washington, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 Denver, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 29 Orlando, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 at Orlando, 6 p.m. Feb. 2 at New York, 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 3 Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 5 at Cleveland, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 7 Sacramento, 3 p.m. Feb. 9 at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. Feb. 10 L.A. Clippers, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 19 at Utah, 10:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at Denver, 5 p.m. Feb. 22 at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Feb. 25 Milwaukee, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27 Miami, 3 p.m. Feb. 29 Utah, 7:30 p.m. March 2 Portland, 7:30 p.m. March 4 New York, 7:30 p.m. March 5 at Cleveland, 7 p.m. March 9 Memphis, 7:30 p.m. March 11 Houston, 7:30 p.m.

March 15 at Indiana, 7 p.m. March 16 Oklahoma City, 7 p.m. March 18 at Toronto, 7:30 p.m. March 20 at Philadelphia, 6 p.m. March 21 Orlando, 7:30 p.m. March 23 Toronto, 7:30 p.m. March 26 at Phoenix, 10 p.m. March 28 at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. March 31 at Portland, 10 p.m. April 1 at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. April 3 at L.A. Lakers, 9:30 p.m. April 6 New Orleans, 7:30 p.m. April 8 Milwaukee, 7:30 p.m. April 9 at Atlanta, 7 p.m. April 11 Charlotte, 7:30 p.m. April 13 Miami, 8 p.m.

Dec. 9 at Boston, 7 p.m. Dec. 10 L.A. Clippers, 8 p.m. Dec. 12 New Orleans, 8 p.m. Dec. 14 Philadelphia, 8 p.m. Dec. 16 Memphis, 8 p.m. Dec. 18 Detroit, 8 p.m. Dec. 19 at New York, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 21 Brooklyn, 8 p.m. Dec. 25 at Oklahoma City, 2:30 p.m. Dec. 26 at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 28 Toronto, 8 p.m. Dec. 30 Indiana, 8 p.m. Jan. 1 New York, 8 p.m. Jan. 3 at Toronto, 3:30 p.m. Jan. 5 Milwaukee, 8 p.m. Jan. 7 Boston, 8 p.m.

Jan. 9 at Atlanta, 5 p.m. Jan. 11 Washington, 8 p.m. Jan. 12 at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. Jan. 14 at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Jan. 15 Dallas, 8 p.m. Jan. 18 at Detroit, 3:30 p.m. Jan. 20 Golden State, 8 p.m. Jan. 22 at Boston, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 23 at Cleveland, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 25 Miami, 8 p.m. Jan. 28 at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 31 at L.A. Clippers, 3:30 p.m. Feb. 1 at Utah, 9 p.m. Feb. 3 at Sacramento, 10 p.m. Feb. 5 at Denver, 9 p.m. Feb. 6 at Minnesota, 8 p.m.

Feb. 8 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 Atlanta, 8 p.m. Feb. 11 at Cleveland, 8 p.m. Feb. 19 Toronto, 8 p.m. Feb. 21 L.A. Lakers, 8 p.m. Feb. 24 Washington, 8 p.m. Feb. 26 at Atlanta, 8 p.m. Feb. 27 Portland, 8 p.m. March 1 at Miami, 7:30 p.m. March 2 at Orlando, 7 p.m. March 5 Houston, 8:30 p.m. March 7 Milwaukee, 8 p.m. March 10 at San Antonio, 8 p.m. March 11 Miami, 8 p.m. March 14 at Toronto, 7:30 p.m. March 16 at Washington, 7 p.m.

March 17 Brooklyn, 8 p.m. March 19 Utah, 8 p.m. March 21 Sacramento, 8 p.m. March 23 New York, 8 p.m. March 24 at New York, 7:30 p.m. March 26 at Orlando, 7 p.m. March 28 Atlanta, 8 p.m. March 29 at Indiana, 7 p.m. March 31 at Houston, 7 p.m. April 2 Detroit, 8 p.m. April 3 at Milwaukee, 7 p.m. April 5 at Memphis, 8 p.m. April 7 at Miami, 8 p.m. April 9 Cleveland, 8:30 p.m. April 11 at New Orleans, 8 p.m. April 13 Philadelphia, 8 p.m.

Dec. 4 at New Orleans, 9:30 p.m. Dec. 5 at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8 Portland, 7 p.m. Dec. 11 at Orlando, 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at Boston, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 17 Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Dec. 20 Philadelphia, 3:30 p.m. Dec. 23 New York, 7 p.m. Dec. 25 at Golden State, 5 p.m. Dec. 26 at Portland, 10 p.m. Dec. 28 at Phoenix, 9 p.m. Dec. 29 at Denver, 9 p.m. Jan. 2 Orlando, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 4 Toronto, 7 p.m. Jan. 6 at Washington, 7 p.m. Jan. 8 at Minnesota, 8 p.m.

Jan. 10 at Philadelphia, 6 p.m. Jan. 12 at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 14 at San Antonio, 8 p.m. Jan. 15 at Houston, 9:30 p.m. Jan. 18 Golden State, 8 p.m. Jan. 20 at Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 21 L.A. Clippers, 8 p.m. Jan. 23 Chicago, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 25 Minnesota, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 Phoenix, 7 p.m. Jan. 29 at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 30 San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 1 at Indiana, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Feb. 5 Boston, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6 New Orleans, 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 8 Sacramento, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 L.A. Lakers, 8 p.m. Feb. 11 Chicago, 8 p.m. Feb. 21 at Oklahoma City, 3:30 p.m. Feb. 22 Detroit, 7 p.m. Feb. 24 Charlotte, 7 p.m. Feb. 26 at Toronto, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at Washington, 1 p.m. Feb. 29 Indiana, 7 p.m. March 4 Washington, 8 p.m. March 5 Boston, 7 p.m. March 7 Memphis, 7 p.m. March 9 at Sacramento, 10 p.m. March 10 at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. March 13 at L.A. Clippers, 3:30 p.m. March 14 at Utah, 9 p.m.

March 16 Dallas, 7 p.m. March 18 at Orlando, 7 p.m. March 19 at Miami, 7:30 p.m. March 21 Denver, 7 p.m. March 23 Milwaukee, 8 p.m. March 24 at Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. March 26 at New York, 7:30 p.m. March 29 Houston, 8 p.m. March 31 Brooklyn, 7 p.m. April 1 at Atlanta, 8 p.m. April 3 Charlotte, 3:30 p.m. April 5 at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. April 6 at Indiana, 7 p.m. April 9 at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. April 11 Atlanta, 7 p.m. April 13 Detroit, 8 p.m.

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NOTABLE NBA SCHEDULES Dec. 4 Houston, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 6 at Washington, 6 p.m. Dec. 7 at New York, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 Atlanta, 9:30 p.m. Dec. 12 Washington, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 14 Phoenix, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at Indiana, 7 p.m. Dec. 18 Memphis, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 22 at Toronto, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 23 at Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 26 Chicago, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 28 Milwaukee, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 30 Golden State, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 1 at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 2 New Orleans, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 5 Sacramento, 8:30 p.m.

Jan. 6 at New Orleans, 8 p.m. Jan. 8 at Milwaukee, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 10 at Minnesota, 3:30 p.m. Jan. 12 Cleveland, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 13 at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Jan. 15 at Chicago, 8 p.m. Jan. 17 at San Antonio, 7 p.m. Jan. 18 Boston, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 20 Minnesota, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 22 Oklahoma City, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 24 at Houston, 3:30 p.m. Jan. 26 at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 27 at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 29 Brooklyn, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 31 Phoenix, 7 p.m. Feb. 1 at Atlanta, 8 p.m.

Feb. 3 Miami, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 5 San Antonio, 9:30 p.m. Feb. 6 at Memphis, 8 p.m. Feb. 9 Utah, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 19 at Orlando, 7 p.m. Feb. 21 Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Feb. 24 Oklahoma City, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 26 Denver, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 28 Minnesota, 7 p.m. March 1 Orlando, 8:30 p.m. March 3 Sacramento, 8:30 p.m. March 6 at Denver, 5 p.m. March 7 L.A. Clippers, 8:30 p.m. March 9 Detroit, 8:30 p.m. March 12 Indiana, 2 p.m. March 14 at Charlotte, 7 p.m.

March 16 at Cleveland, 7 p.m. March 18 Golden State, 8:30 p.m. March 20 Portland, 4 p.m. March 23 at Portland, 10:30 p.m. March 25 at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. March 27 at Sacramento, 9 p.m. March 28 at Denver, 9 p.m. March 30 New York, 8:30 p.m. April 1 at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. April 3 at Minnesota, 3:30 p.m. April 6 Houston, 9:30 p.m. April 8 Memphis, 8:30 p.m. April 10 at L.A. Clippers, 3:30 p.m. April 11 at Utah, 9 p.m. April 13 San Antonio, 8 p.m.

Dec. 2 Phoenix, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4 Milwaukee, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6 L.A. Lakers, 6 p.m. Dec. 7 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Dec. 9 Memphis, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Dec. 12 Indiana, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14 L.A. Clippers, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16 Boston, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 18 at Chicago, 8 p.m. Dec. 22 at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 23 at Atlanta, 8 p.m. Dec. 26 Boston, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 29 at New York, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 31 Minnesota, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 2 at Indiana, 7 p.m.

Jan. 4 Orlando, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 6 at Boston, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 9 Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12 San Antonio, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 14 at Memphis, 8 p.m. Jan. 16 Golden State, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 18 Chicago, 3:30 p.m. Jan. 20 at Houston, 8 p.m. Jan. 21 at New Orleans, 8 p.m. Jan. 23 at Denver, 9:30 p.m. Jan. 25 at Utah, 9 p.m. Jan. 27 Philadelphia, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 29 Cleveland, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 30 at Toronto, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 1 at Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at Boston, 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 4 New York, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6 at Indiana, 7 p.m. Feb. 8 Toronto, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10 Denver, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 19 at Washington, 7 p.m. Feb. 21 New Orleans, 3:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at Cleveland, 7 p.m. Feb. 24 Philadelphia, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at Milwaukee, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 28 Toronto, 6 p.m. March 2 at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. March 5 at New York, 7 p.m. March 6 Portland, 6 p.m. March 9 at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. March 11 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. March 12 at Philadelphia, 7 p.m.

March 14 at Washington, 7 p.m. March 16 Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. March 18 Sacramento, 7:30 p.m. March 19 Brooklyn, 7 p.m. March 21 Milwaukee, 7:30 p.m. March 23 Orlando, 7:30 p.m. March 25 Charlotte, 7:30 p.m. March 26 Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. March 29 Oklahoma City, 7:30 p.m. April 1 Dallas, 7:30 p.m. April 2 at Chicago, 8 p.m. April 5 at Miami, 7:30 p.m. April 6 at Orlando, 7 p.m. April 8 Washington, 7:30 p.m. April 12 Miami, 7:30 p.m. April 13 at Cleveland, 8 p.m.

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Jan. 8 at Portland, 10 p.m. Jan. 9 at Sacramento, 10 p.m. Jan. 11 Miami, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 13 at Denver, 9 p.m. Jan. 14 L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 16 at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 18 at Cleveland, 8 p.m. Jan. 20 at Chicago, 8 p.m. Jan. 22 Indiana, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 25 San Antonio, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 27 Dallas, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 30 at Philadelphia, 5 p.m. Jan. 31 at New York, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at Washington, 8 p.m. Feb. 6 Oklahoma City, 9 p.m. Feb. 9 Houston, 10:30 p.m.

Feb. 10 at Phoenix, 9 p.m. Feb. 19 at Portland, 10 p.m. Feb. 20 at L.A. Clippers, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at Atlanta, 8 p.m. Feb. 24 at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at Orlando, 7 p.m. Feb. 27 at Oklahoma City, 8:30 p.m. March 1 Atlanta, 10:30 p.m. March 3 Oklahoma City, 10:30 p.m. March 6 at L.A. Lakers, 3:30 p.m. March 7 Orlando, 10:30 p.m. March 9 Utah, 10:30 p.m. March 11 Portland, 10:30 p.m. March 12 Phoenix, 10:30 p.m. March 14 New Orleans, 10:30 p.m. March 16 New York, 10:30 p.m.

March 18 at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. March 19 at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. March 21 at Minnesota, 8 p.m. March 23 L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. March 25 Dallas, 10:30 p.m. March 27 Philadelphia, 8 p.m. March 29 Washington, 10:30 p.m. March 30 at Utah, 9 p.m. April 1 Boston, 10:30 p.m. April 3 Portland, 8 p.m. April 5 Minnesota, 10:30 p.m. April 7 San Antonio, 10:30 p.m. April 9 at Memphis, 8 p.m. April 10 at San Antonio, 7 p.m. April 13 Memphis, 10:30 p.m.

Dec. 5 at Utah, 9 p.m. Dec. 8 Golden State, 7 p.m. Dec. 11 Miami, 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14 Toronto, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 Dallas, 7 p.m. Dec. 18 Brooklyn, 7 p.m. Dec. 19 at Memphis, 8 p.m. Dec. 21 at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 23 Sacramento, 7 p.m. Dec. 26 at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Dec. 28 Atlanta, 7 p.m. Dec. 30 at Chicago, 8 p.m. Dec. 31 Milwaukee, 6 p.m. Jan. 2 Detroit, 7 p.m. Jan. 4 at Miami, 7:30 p.m.

Jan. 6 at Orlando, 7 p.m. Jan. 8 at New Orleans, 8 p.m. Jan. 10 at Houston, 7 p.m. Jan. 12 Phoenix, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 at Boston, 8 p.m. Jan. 15 Washington, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at Denver, 8 p.m. Jan. 19 at Phoenix, 9 p.m. Jan. 22 at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 23 at Sacramento, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 26 L.A. Clippers, 7 p.m. Jan. 28 Atlanta, 7 p.m. Jan. 30 Denver, 7 p.m. Feb. 1 Cleveland, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 at Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 5 at Atlanta, 7 p.m.

Feb. 6 Detroit, 7 p.m. Feb. 8 L.A. Lakers, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 Charlotte, 7 p.m. Feb. 19 at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Feb. 21 at Orlando, 6 p.m. Feb. 22 at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 24 New York, 7 p.m. Feb. 26 Charlotte, 7 p.m. Feb. 28 Portland, 6 p.m. Feb. 29 at Cleveland, 7 p.m. March 2 at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. March 4 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. March 5 at Washington, 7 p.m. March 7 San Antonio, 7 p.m. March 12 at Dallas, 2 p.m. March 13 at Atlanta, 6 p.m.

March 15 Boston, 7 p.m. March 17 Toronto, 7 p.m. March 19 Oklahoma City, 7 p.m. March 21 Philadelphia, 7 p.m. March 24 New Orleans, 7 p.m. March 26 at Brooklyn, 6 p.m. March 27 Houston, 6 p.m. March 29 Chicago, 7 p.m. March 31 Orlando, 7 p.m. April 2 at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. April 3 at New York, 7:30 p.m. April 6 Cleveland, 7 p.m. April 8 at Toronto, 7:30 p.m. April 10 Brooklyn, 6 p.m. April 12 New York, 7 p.m. April 13 at Milwaukee, 8 p.m.

Dec. 5 Orlando, 10:30 p.m. Dec. 7 at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Dec. 9 at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. Dec. 10 at Chicago, 8 p.m. Dec. 12 at Brooklyn, 5 p.m. Dec. 14 at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16 Milwaukee, 10:30 p.m. Dec. 18 at San Antonio, 8 p.m. Dec. 19 at Houston, 8 p.m. Dec. 21 Oklahoma City, 10:30 p.m. Dec. 25 at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. Dec. 26 at Utah, 9 p.m. Dec. 28 at Washington, 7 p.m. Dec. 30 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Dec. 31 at New Orleans, 8 p.m. Jan. 2 Philadelphia, 10:30 p.m.

Jan. 6 at Portland, 10 p.m. Jan. 9 Charlotte, 3:30 p.m. Jan. 10 New Orleans, 3:30 p.m. Jan. 13 Miami, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 16 Sacramento, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 18 Houston, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 21 at Cleveland, 8 p.m. Jan. 22 at New York, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 24 at Toronto, 6 p.m. Jan. 26 at Indiana, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 at Atlanta, 8 p.m. Jan. 29 L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 31 Chicago, 3:30 p.m. Feb. 3 Minnesota, 10:30 p.m. Feb. 5 at Orlando, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at Miami, 2 p.m.

Feb. 8 at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at Boston, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 11 San Antonio, 10:30 p.m. Feb. 20 Golden State, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 22 Phoenix, 10:30 p.m. Feb. 24 Denver, 10:30 p.m. Feb. 26 at Sacramento, 10 p.m. Feb. 29 Brooklyn, 10:30 p.m. March 2 Oklahoma City, 10:30 p.m. March 5 Atlanta, 10:30 p.m. March 7 at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. March 9 at Oklahoma City, 9:30 p.m. March 11 New York, 10:30 p.m. March 13 Cleveland, 3:30 p.m. March 15 at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. March 16 at Houston, 9:30 p.m.

March 19 at Memphis, 8 p.m. March 20 at New Orleans, 6 p.m. March 23 at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. March 24 Portland, 10:30 p.m. March 27 Denver, 3:30 p.m. March 28 Boston, 10:30 p.m. March 30 at Minnesota, 8 p.m. March 31 at Oklahoma City, 9:30 p.m. April 3 Washington, 3:30 p.m. April 5 L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. April 6 at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. April 8 at Utah, 9 p.m. April 10 Dallas, 3:30 p.m. April 12 Memphis, 10:30 p.m.

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NOTABLE NBA SCHEDULES Dec. 4 at Atlanta, 8 p.m. Dec. 6 at Detroit, 6 p.m. Dec. 7 at Toronto, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Dec. 11 at San Antonio, 9:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at Houston, 8 p.m. Dec. 15 Milwaukee, 10:30 p.m. Dec. 17 Houston, 10:30 p.m. Dec. 19 at Oklahoma City, 5 p.m. Dec. 22 at Denver, 9 p.m. Dec. 23 Oklahoma City, 10:30 p.m. Dec. 25 L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. Dec. 27 at Memphis, 6 p.m. Dec. 28 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Dec. 30 at Boston, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 1 Philadelphia, 10:30 p.m.

Jan. 3 Phoenix, 9:30 p.m. Jan. 5 Golden State, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 7 at Sacramento, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 8 Oklahoma City, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 10 Utah, 9:30 p.m. Jan. 12 New Orleans, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 14 at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 16 at Utah, 9 p.m. Jan. 17 Houston, 9:30 p.m. Jan. 20 Sacramento, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 22 San Antonio, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 23 at Portland, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 26 Dallas, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 28 Chicago, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 29 at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 31 Charlotte, 9:30 p.m.

Feb. 2 Minnesota, 10:30 p.m. Feb. 4 at New Orleans, 8 p.m. Feb. 6 at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 8 at Indiana, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at Cleveland, 8 p.m. Feb. 19 San Antonio, 10:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at Chicago, 8 p.m. Feb. 22 at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. Feb. 24 at Memphis, 8 p.m. Feb. 26 Memphis, 10:30 p.m. March 1 Brooklyn, 10:30 p.m. March 2 at Denver, 9 p.m. March 4 Atlanta, 10:30 p.m. March 6 Golden State, 3:30 p.m. March 8 Orlando, 10:30 p.m. March 10 Cleveland, 10:30 p.m.

March 13 New York, 9:30 p.m. March 15 Sacramento, 10:30 p.m. March 18 Phoenix, 10:30 p.m. March 22 Memphis, 10:30 p.m. March 23 at Phoenix, 10 p.m. March 25 Denver, 10:30 p.m. March 27 Washington, 9:30 p.m. March 28 at Utah, 9 p.m. March 30 Miami, 10:30 p.m. April 3 Boston, 9:30 p.m. April 5 at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. April 6 L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. April 8 at New Orleans, 8 p.m. April 10 at Houston, 3:30 p.m. April 11 at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. April 13 Utah, 10:30 p.m.

Dec. 7 Washington, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Dec. 11 at Indiana, 7 p.m. Dec. 13 Memphis, 6 p.m. Dec. 14 at Atlanta, 8 p.m. Dec. 16 at Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 18 Toronto, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20 Portland, 1 p.m. Dec. 22 Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 25 New Orleans, 12 p.m. Dec. 26 at Orlando, 7 p.m. Dec. 28 Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 29 at Memphis, 8 p.m. Jan. 1 Dallas, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 3 at Washington, 6 p.m. Jan. 4 Indiana, 7:30 p.m.

Jan. 6 New York, 7 p.m. Jan. 8 at Phoenix, 9:30 p.m. Jan. 9 at Utah, 9 p.m. Jan. 11 at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 13 at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 15 at Denver, 9 p.m. Jan. 17 at Oklahoma City, 7 p.m. Jan. 19 Milwaukee, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20 at Washington, 7 p.m. Jan. 22 at Toronto, 8 p.m. Jan. 25 at Chicago, 8 p.m. Jan. 26 at Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 29 at Milwaukee, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 31 Atlanta, 6 p.m. Feb. 2 at Houston, 8 p.m. Feb. 3 at Dallas, 8:30 p.m.

Feb. 5 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 L.A. Clippers, 2 p.m. Feb. 9 San Antonio, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 19 at Atlanta, 8 p.m. Feb. 20 Washington, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22 Indiana, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 24 Golden State, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at Boston, 3 p.m. Feb. 28 at New York, 7:30 p.m. March 1 Chicago, 7:30 p.m. March 3 Phoenix, 7:30 p.m. March 4 at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. March 6 Philadelphia, 6 p.m. March 9 at Milwaukee, 7 p.m. March 11 at Chicago, 8 p.m. March 12 at Toronto, 7 p.m.

March 14 Denver, 7:30 p.m. March 17 Charlotte, 7:30 p.m. March 19 Cleveland, 7:30 p.m. March 22 at New Orleans, 8 p.m. March 23 at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. March 25 Orlando, 7:30 p.m. March 28 Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. March 30 at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. April 1 at Sacramento, 10 p.m. April 2 at Portland, 10 p.m. April 5 Detroit, 7:30 p.m. April 7 Chicago, 8 p.m. April 8 at Orlando, 7 p.m. April 10 Orlando, 6 p.m. April 12 at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. April 13 at Boston, 8 p.m.

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Jan. 2 at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Jan. 4 San Antonio, 8 p.m. Jan. 5 at Chicago, 8 p.m. Jan. 8 Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 10 at New York, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12 Chicago, 8 p.m. Jan. 13 at Washington, 7 p.m. Jan. 15 Atlanta, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 16 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Jan. 19 at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 22 at Houston, 8 p.m. Jan. 23 at New Orleans, 7 p.m. Jan. 26 Orlando, 8 p.m. Jan. 28 at Memphis, 8 p.m. Jan. 29 Miami, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 1 at Sacramento, 10 p.m.

Feb. 2 at Portland, 10 p.m. Feb. 5 at Utah, 9 p.m. Feb. 9 Boston, 8 p.m. Feb. 11 Washington, 8 p.m. Feb. 19 Charlotte, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 20 at Atlanta, 7 p.m. Feb. 22 L.A. Lakers, 8 p.m. Feb. 25 at Boston, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27 Detroit, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 29 Houston, 8 p.m. March 2 Indiana, 8 p.m. March 4 Minnesota, 8:30 p.m. March 6 Oklahoma City, 3:30 p.m. March 7 at Chicago, 8 p.m. March 9 Miami, 7 p.m. March 12 New Orleans, 7:30 p.m.

March 13 at Brooklyn, 6 p.m. March 15 Toronto, 8 p.m. March 17 Memphis, 8 p.m. March 20 Utah, 7 p.m. March 21 at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. March 23 at Cleveland, 8 p.m. March 25 at Atlanta, 8 p.m. March 26 Charlotte, 8:30 p.m. March 30 Phoenix, 8 p.m. April 1 Orlando, 8:30 p.m. April 3 Chicago, 7 p.m. April 5 Cleveland, 8 p.m. April 8 at Boston, 7:30 p.m. April 10 at Philadelphia, 5 p.m. April 11 at Orlando, 7 p.m. April 13 Indiana, 8 p.m.

Dec. 4 Brooklyn, 7 p.m. Dec. 5 at Milwaukee, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 7 Dallas, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 at Utah, 9 p.m. Dec. 10 at Sacramento, 10:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at Portland, 10 p.m. Dec. 16 Minnesota, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 18 at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Dec. 19 Chicago, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 21 Orlando, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 23 at Cleveland, 7 p.m. Dec. 26 at Atlanta, 7 p.m. Dec. 27 at Boston, 6 p.m. Dec. 29 Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 1 at Chicago, 8 p.m. Jan. 3 Atlanta, 3:30 p.m.

Jan. 5 at Atlanta, 8 p.m. Jan. 6 at Miami, 7 p.m. Jan. 8 at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 10 Milwaukee, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12 Boston, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 13 at Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 16 at Memphis, 8 p.m. Jan. 18 Philadelphia, 1 p.m. Jan. 20 Utah, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 22 L.A. Clippers, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 23 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Jan. 26 Oklahoma City, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28 at Toronto, 8 p.m. Jan. 29 Phoenix, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 Golden State, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2 Boston, 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 4 at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 5 Memphis, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 7 Denver, 1 p.m. Feb. 9 Washington, 8 p.m. Feb. 19 at Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 20 at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Feb. 22 Toronto, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 24 at Indiana, 7 p.m. Feb. 26 Orlando, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 28 Miami, 7:30 p.m. March 1 Portland, 7:30 p.m. March 4 at Boston, 7:30 p.m. March 5 Detroit, 7 p.m. March 8 at Denver, 9 p.m. March 9 at Phoenix, 10 p.m. March 11 at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m.

March 13 at L.A. Lakers, 9:30 p.m. March 16 at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. March 19 at Washington, 7 p.m. March 20 Sacramento, 7:30 p.m. March 23 at Chicago, 8 p.m. March 24 Chicago, 7:30 p.m. March 26 Cleveland, 7:30 p.m. March 28 at New Orleans, 8 p.m. March 30 at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. April 1 Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. April 3 Indiana, 7:30 p.m. April 6 Charlotte, 7:30 p.m. April 8 at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. April 10 Toronto, 7:30 p.m. April 12 at Indiana, 7 p.m.

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March 14 Portland, 8 p.m. March 16 at Boston, 7 p.m. March 18 at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. March 19 at Indiana, 7 p.m. March 22 Houston, 8 p.m. March 24 Utah, 8 p.m. March 26 San Antonio, 8 p.m. March 28 at Toronto, 7:30 p.m. March 29 at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. March 31 L.A. Clippers, 9:30 p.m. April 3 at Houston, 3:30 p.m. April 5 at Denver, 9 p.m. April 6 at Portland, 10 p.m. April 9 at Sacramento, 10:30 p.m. April 11 L.A. Lakers, 8 p.m. April 12 at San Antonio, 8 p.m.

Dec. 2 Milwaukee, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 3 at Memphis, 9:30 p.m. Dec. 5 Boston, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 7 at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Dec. 9 at Toronto, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11 L.A. Lakers, 9:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at Atlanta, 8 p.m. Dec. 14 Utah, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 16 Washington, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 18 L.A. Clippers, 8 p.m. Dec. 21 Indiana, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 23 at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Dec. 25 at Houston, 8 p.m. Dec. 26 Denver, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 28 Minnesota, 8:30 p.m. Dec. 30 Phoenix, 8:30 p.m.

Jan. 2 Houston, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 4 at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. Jan. 6 Utah, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 8 New York, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 11 at Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12 at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 14 Cleveland, 8 p.m. Jan. 17 Dallas, 7 p.m. Jan. 21 at Phoenix, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 22 at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 25 at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. Jan. 27 Houston, 8 p.m. Jan. 30 at Cleveland, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 1 Orlando, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 3 New Orleans, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 5 at Dallas, 9:30 p.m.

Feb. 6 L.A. Lakers, 8:30 p.m. Feb. 9 at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10 at Orlando, 7 p.m. Feb. 11 at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. Feb. 19 at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at Phoenix, 5 p.m. Feb. 24 at Sacramento, 10:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at Utah, 10:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at Houston, 8 p.m. March 2 Detroit, 8:30 p.m. March 3 at New Orleans, 8 p.m. March 5 Sacramento, 8:30 p.m. March 7 at Indiana, 7 p.m. March 8 at Minnesota, 8 p.m. March 10 Chicago, 8 p.m. March 12 Oklahoma City, 8:30 p.m.

March 15 L.A. Clippers, 8:30 p.m. March 17 Portland, 8:30 p.m. March 19 Golden State, 8:30 p.m. March 21 at Charlotte, 7 p.m. March 23 Miami, 8:30 p.m. March 25 Memphis, 8:30 p.m. March 26 at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. March 28 at Memphis, 8 p.m. March 30 New Orleans, 8:30 p.m. April 2 Toronto, 8:30 p.m. April 5 at Utah, 9 p.m. April 7 at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. April 8 at Denver, 9 p.m. April 10 Golden State, 7 p.m. April 12 Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. April 13 at Dallas, 8 p.m.

Editor’s note: Schedules provided by Associated Press. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all NBA teams. To find schedules for other teams notl isted here, visit nba.com.

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