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Kings lose their lead, Warriors take advantage in second half

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January 8, 2017

Sacramento, CA – An explosive first half for the Sacramento Kings, Rudy Gay scored 15 points of his 23 in the first quarter. The Kings out-hustled and outscored the Warriors in the first half.

A collective effort and good ball movement by the Kings put them up by as many as 16 points but that all came to an end after Golden State returned from halftime. In fact, the Warriors open the third quarter with a 19-7 run and never looked back.

“We always have that one quarter or one little stretch where we have bad basketball,” DeMarcus Cousins said. “It comes back to bite us in the end.”

Sacramento’s 117-106 loss to Golden State is their third straight loss. The 16-point lead is the second largest blown lead of the season for Sacramento (previous 19 vs. LAL 11/10). The Warriors outscored the Kings 39-22 in the third quarter to gain back the lead.

Including a 22-3 run in which the Warriors were able to take a 10-point lead at 77-67 with 5:32 left in the third. Cousins who was a huge part in Sacramento’s lead in the first half struggled with fouls. he picked up his third foul and got a tech after throwing a tantrum on the bench.

After Cousins earned his third foul he walked to the bench and kicked a chair before he began punching it to release his frustration. At the time he was given his 10th technical of the season.

“He’s exhausted, said head coach Dave Joerger of Cousins. “He’s been carrying the torch for a long time. It seems perhaps maybe longer than just this year. Is there a night off coming or something? He had a tough night.”

Cousins recorded his 17th double-double of the season as he scored 17 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. Cousins also led the team in assists with five; his 14 time this season leading the team in assists.

By the third, Golden State found their groove. The Warriors shot 9-of-13 from the field. Stephen Curry scored 12 points on 5-of-7 shooting, 2-of-3 from the three-point line. Curry led all scorers with 30 points on 11-of-22 shooting from the field, 5-of-11 from three.

“I mean, I’m not saying we’re invincible at all,” Curry said. “We’ve proven that, but it gives us our best shot to allow our talent on the other end to shine. A lot’s been said about our fourth quarter offense and execution and lineups and whatever, but if we can work through that while getting stops on the defensive end and using the length and activity that we usually have on that end, we’ll be alright regardless.”

It’s the third straight game that Curry has scored 30 or more points in a game, 10th game this season of 30 or more points. Kevin Durant scored 28 points on 9-of-15 shooting while grabbing seven rebounds and dishing out six assists.

“We weren’t discouraged coming in or when they started making shots because they were making a lot of tough moves,” said Durant. “We knew they couldn’t sustain that throughout the game. You saw the third quarter, legs got a little tired, we were more physical and we got out and run. That’s the formula for us.”

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The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of December 18 – 24, 2024

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‘Donald Trump Is Not a God:’ Rep. Bennie Thompson Blasts Trump’s Call to Jail Him

“Donald Trump is not a god,” U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., told The Grio during a recent interview, reacting to Trump’s unsupported claims that the congressman, along with other committee members like vice chair and former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney, destroyed evidence throughout the investigation.

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December 18, 2024

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U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., said he not intimidated by President-elect Donald Trump, who, during an interview on “Meet the Press,” called for the congressman to be jailed for his role as chairman of the special congressional committee investigating Trump’s role in the Jan. 6, 2021, mob attack on the U.S. Capitol.

“Donald Trump is not a god,” Thompson told The Grio during a recent interview, reacting to Trump’s unsupported claims that the congressman, along with other committee members like vice chair and former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney, destroyed evidence throughout the investigation.

“He can’t prove it, nor has there been any other proof offered, which tells me that he really doesn’t know what he’s talking about,” said the 76-year-old lawmaker, who maintained that he and the bipartisan Jan. 6 Select Committee – which referred Trump for criminal prosecution – were exercising their constitutional and legislative duties.

“When someone disagrees with you, that doesn’t make it illegal; that doesn’t even make it wrong,” Thompson said, “The greatness of this country is that everyone can have their own opinion about any subject, and so for an incoming president who disagrees with the work of Congress to say ‘because I disagree, I want them jailed,’ is absolutely unbelievable.”

When asked by The Grio if he is concerned about his physical safety amid continued public ridicule from Trump, whose supporters have already proven to be violent, Thompson said, “I think every member of Congress here has to have some degree of concern, because you just never know.”

This story is based on a report from The Grio.

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City of Oakland Celebrates Reopening of Main Library

“Libraries are such critical facilities for all Oaklanders, whether it’s children coming to story-time, adults reading the newspapers or borrowing the latest novels, and people engaging with a range of services and programs that the library hosts,” said Council President and District 2 Councilmember Nikki Fortunato Bas. “Such library services and programs are only possible when the facility’s electricity, heating, roof, and lighting are fixed and running efficiently. I’m proud to join this re-opening of our Main Public Library.”

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Left to Right- Jamie Turbak, Director of Library Services, LaTonda Simmons, Assistant City Administrator, Nikki Bas, President Oakland City Council, Shen Thao, Mayor of Oakland, Carroll Fife, Oakland City Councilmember District 3, Harold Duffey, Assistant City Administrator, Sean Maher, Projects Coordinator. Photo by Kevin Hicks.

The branch had been closed since May for critical infrastructure upgrades

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The City of Oakland leadership and community partners gathered to celebrate the reopening of the Main Library after completion of critical infrastructure upgrades to enhance the library’s facilities and provide a better experience for patrons.

Renovations include new roof installation, skylight repair, critical electrical system upgrades, new boiler control system installation, auditorium heating and cooling system installation, and improvements to lighting, flooring and ceilings throughout the building.

“This is truly something to celebrate, the reopening of our wonderful Main Library! I congratulate the staff and our partners for this important project to make the Main Library a more comfortable place for everyone for years to come, said Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao. “Thank you to Oakland voters and the California State Library for making these crucial improvements possible.”

“Public libraries are a wonderful resource for our residents, offering a safe space for learning and being,” said District 3 Councilmember Carroll Fife. “It is critical to improve and modernize our libraries so more members of our community can utilize and enjoy them. I’m excited that the necessary renovations to the Main Library have been completed successfully and thank everyone involved, particularly the City team, who helped secured the necessary grant funds for this work.”

“I am proud of the City staff and project partners who kept this important project on schedule and under budget,” said Assistant City Administrator G. Harold Duffey. “The library is an incredibly important resource for our community members, and this project is an investment into the library’s future.”

“December 2nd was a momentous occasion for Oakland Public Library as we proudly reopened the doors of the Main Library following extensive infrastructure repairs,” said Director of Library Services Jamie Turbak. “Closing the Main Library for six months was no easy decision, as it serves as the central hub for our library system and is truly the heart of Oakland. Yet, this renovation was essential, representing more than just physical upgrades—it reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a safe, welcoming space for everyone.”

The City Administrator Jestin Johnson also attended the press conference and signalled his support for the completion of the record-setting completion of the renovations. Gay Plair Cobb, a newly appointed Library Commissioner said the Library represents the soul and brains of our community.

The Oakland Public Library secured funding for these crititcal repairs through a variety of sources. The California State Library’s Building Forward Library Facilities Improvement Program awarded the Main Branch $4.2 million. To comply with the grant terms, the City of Oakland provided matching funds through Measures KK, as approved by the Oakland City Council in October 2023.

The Main Library will host an Open House to celebrate the reopening on February 22, 2025, 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

About the Oakland Public Library

The Oakland Public Library is a part of the City of Oakland in California and has been in existence since 1878. Locations include 16 neighborhood branches, a Main Library, a Second Start Adult Literacy Program, the Oakland Tool Lending Library, and the African American Museum and Library at Oakland (AAMLO). The Oakland Public Library empowers all people to explore, connect, and grow. Oaklandlibrary.org