NBA nonhappenings (4)

I believe the answer is:

ties

(Other definitions for ties that I've seen before include "Items of neckwear" , "allegiances" , "Attaches, knots" , "Connects" , "Fastens with a knot" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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