Sep 2006 Archive

• Australian Women Take Home Gold

  fiba.com | Sep 23, 2006

  Australia's women clinched their first world title on Saturday with 91-74 thumping of Russia.

• Taurasi, Thompson Lead USA Women To Bronze Medal

  AP | Sep 23, 2006

  Diana Taurasi had 28 points and Tina Thompson added 15 to lead the U.

• No Gold For US Women Either

  USA Today | Sep 21, 2006

  Russia beat the two-time defending champion United States 75-68 in the semifinals of the FIBA Women's World Championship on Thursday night, snapping the Americans' 26-game winning streak in this event.

• Iowa Extends Alford's Contract

  Chicago Tribune | Sep 21, 2006

  The University of Iowa has extended the current contract of head coach Steve Alford, making his contract through 2011.

• First In 102 Years: Sophomores Among Duke Captains

  ESPN | Sep 21, 2006

  Junior guard DeMarcus Nelson, sophomore guard Greg Paulus and sophomore forward Josh McRoberts were named Duke captains for the 2006-07 season, coach Mike Krzyzewski said Thursday.

• USA Women Advance To World Semifinals; Russia Up Next

  AP | Sep 21, 2006

  Candace Parker had 18 points and six rebounds to help the United States rout Lithuania 90-56 on Wednesday night in the quarterfinals of the Women's World Basketball Championships.

• Lonny Baxter Extends Contract With Italian Team

  Globe And Mail | Sep 19, 2006

  Former Toronto Raptors forward Lonny Baxter has extended his contract with Italy's Montepaschi Siena despite being sentenced to two months in jail for firing a gun into the air a few blocks from the White House.

• Arrest Made In Duquesne Shooting

  Seattle PI | Sep 19, 2006

  According to court documents filed Tuesday, a woman was arrested on weapons-related charges stemming from the shootings of five members of the Duquesne University basketball team.

• Five Duquesne Basketball Players Shot

  Pittsburgh Tribune-Review | Sep 17, 2006

  Duquesne has housed NBA prospects like Mike James. The college's men's basketball team suffered a tragic incident early Sunday morning when five of the team's members were shot by an assailant who is still at large.

• NBA To Institute Series Of Cardiac Tests

  ESPN | Sep 17, 2006

  The New York Times reported on Saturday that the league would require standardized cardiac screening for every player in the league.

• Best Signs On With Bologna

  International Herald Tribune | Sep 16, 2006

  Travis Best has moved to Italian team Virtus Vidivici Bologna.

• Referee Meeting Riles NBA Officials

  USA Today | Sep 11, 2006

  NBA referees are waiting to see if they will be called for a technical foul after their foundation held a non-sanctioned two-day conference last weekend, USA Today is reporting.

• Eddie Sutton Talks To Students About The Dangers Of Alcohol

  AP | Sep 9, 2006

  Former Oklahoma State University basketball coach Eddie Sutton, who was arrested for drunken driving earlier this year and subsequently retired, spoke to OSU students Tuesday about the dangers of alcohol.

• Detroit Shock Win WNBA Championship; Deanna Nolan MVP

  AP | Sep 9, 2006

  The Detroit Shock came back one last time and made off with their second WNBA championship in four years.

• Former NBA Player Charged With Dealing Drugs

  Arizona Republic | Sep 8, 2006

  Former NBA player, Henry Charles James was charged with dealing cocaine while his children were present.

• Coach Wooden Considers Himself A Teacher First

  Associated Press | Sep 8, 2006

  When Dale Brown was named men's basketball head coach at Louisiana State, he wanted to learn from the best.

• Coach K Is Happy To Be Back In Durham

  AP | Sep 7, 2006

  Mike Krzyzewski had his fun coaching millionaires.

• Shock Sends WNBA Finals To A Deciding Game 5

  Associated Press | Sep 7, 2006

  The Arco Arena court was quiet and clean, free of any confetti or streamers.

• Ralph Sampson Agrees To Two Months In Jail For Mail Fraud

  Associated Press | Sep 7, 2006

  Former NBA star Ralph Sampson will serve two months in jail for mail fraud under a plea agreement approved by a federal judge Thursday.

• Sprewell's Lawyer: Former Star Won't Be Charged For Accusations

  AP | Sep 7, 2006

  Latrell Sprewell won't face charges stemming from a woman's accusations that he choked her as they had sex on his boat, his lawyer said.

• Gerry McNamara To Play For Olympiacos BC

  AP | Sep 6, 2006

  Former Syracuse guard Gerry McNamara has signed a one-year contract to play for Olympiacos BC of the Euroleague.

• Teams Want To Schedule Game Vs. O.J. Mayo's New School

  ESPN | Sep 6, 2006

  The transfer of high school basketball phenom O.

• Colangelo Likes USA's Progress

  East Valley Tribune | Sep 6, 2006

  On a scale of one to 10, Jerry Colangelo gives Team USA's first foray into rebuilding its infrastructure and recapturing international basketball respect under his guidance a solid 10.

• Former NBA Star Sampson To Serve Two Months In Prison

  SI.com | Sep 5, 2006

  Former NBA star Ralph Sampson has agreed to serve two months in jail and pay more than $300,000 in past and future child support.

• Judge Rules In Favor Of Indiana In Coach Knight Case

  AP | Sep 5, 2006

  Two Indiana University trustees who investigated Bob Knight were acting as attorneys and do not have to reveal details that led to the firing of the former basketball coach, a judge ruled.

• Spanish Crowds Welcome Home World Champions

  AP | Sep 4, 2006

  Tens of thousands of jubilant Spaniards screamed and waved banners to welcome home their basketball world champions on Monday night.

• Spain Takes Home The Gold

  RealGM.com | Sep 3, 2006

  In the end Spain didn't need Pau Gasol, Sergio Rodriguez or Rudy Fernandez to take home the gold.

• Spain By 20 At The Half

  RealGM.com | Sep 3, 2006

  No Pau, no worries.

• Lithuania Downs Germany To Take Seventh

  RealGM.com | Sep 3, 2006

  Lithuania have beaten Germany 77-62 to take seventh place at the World Championships, leaving Dirk Nowitzki and the Germans in eighth place.

• France Downs Turkey To Take Fifth

  Fiba.com | Sep 2, 2006

  A five-point possession following an unsportsmanlike foul allowed France to beat Turkey 64-56 and capture fifth place at the FIBA World Championship.

• Gasol Ruled Out Of Gold Medal Game

  Fiba.com | Sep 2, 2006

  Spain have confirmed their superstar Pau Gasol will miss Sunday's FIBA World Championship final against Greece with a left foot injury.

• LeBronze For The United States

  RealGM.com | Sep 2, 2006

  LeBron James and Team USA had to settle for bronze after defeating Argentina 96-81

• Greek Reporters Hug And Kiss Players Following Upset Win

  CNNSI.com | Sep 1, 2006

  According to Chris Ballard, following their upset victory over the United States, Greek reporters hugged and kissed the players (on the cheeks).

• Spain To Meet Greece In Championship Final

  RealGM.com | Sep 1, 2006

  Argentina's decision to force Spain to hit their free throws with under 20 seconds left and the game tied didn't pay off, even though Jose Calderon only hit the back end of the two free throws.

• U.S.Argh... Greece Downs America

  RealGM.com | Sep 1, 2006

  The USA are now out of gold medal contention after losing to Greece.