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Rockets Pick up ex-Denver Forward BowenAccording to the Houston Chronicle ex-Nugget Ryan Bowen has agreed to terms with the Houston, continuing what many believe to be a terrific offseason for the Rockets. Bowen chose the opportunity that sprang open when Bob Sura's back injury required surgery last week, accepting a deal sources said is worth $807,546 for one guaranteed season. Bowen also expected offers from the Heat and SuperSonics before the start of their training camps next week, with the Nuggets, Kings and Timberwolves also expressing interest. "I'm very excited about joining the Rockets," Bowen said. "I was just looking at all the possibilities. One of the possibilities was returning to Denver. But this was a good situation for me. I had a very good meeting last week with coach (Jeff) Van Gundy and (general manager) Carroll Dawson. Looking at the situation there, I thought it was a no-brainer. It was what I was looking for." Houston Rockets, Denver Nuggets Read the Full Story Discuss Send Feedback Buy Tickets Vandeweghe Keeps Interest in Forward WhiteDesite his recent legal troubles, Denver GM Kiki Vanderweghe still has an interest in re-signing guard Rodney White, providing of course he can keep out of trouble. "We're going to wait and see how things turn out," Vandeweghe said. "We just want to do what's best for Rodney. Obviously, this is a very hard lesson for him." Vandeweghe believes the parties could reach an agreement soon, with the Nuggets also expected to sign free-agent guard Greg Buckner. Denver also maintains an interest in free agent Ryan Bowen, who also has the attention of Miami, Houston and Seattle for his services. Denver Nuggets, Miami Heat, Houston Rockets, Oklahoma City Read the Full Story Discuss Send Feedback Buy Tickets Rockets Commentator, Calvin Murphy, to Miss 04-05 SeasonHall of fame guard, Calvin Murphy will miss next season after broadcasting for the Rockets for 14 seasons. Accused of sexually abusing five of his daughters more than a decade ago, Mr. Murphy faces serious charges and will need to focus all of his time on the upcoming trial. "We're waiting to see what the legal process proves," said Tad Brown, the club's senior vice president of sales, marketing and broadcasting. "Everybody is focused on moving ahead with the season, and Calvin is focused on getting ready to go to court. ... We will wait to see what happens at the trial, and that is all we can do." Read the Full Story Discuss Send Feedback Buy Tickets Rockets Sep 2004 Archive
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