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Decision From Korolev Expected Next Week

Aug 31, 2005 9:16 AM EST

A decision might come Monday on whether first-round draft pick Yaroslav Korolev could join the Clippers for the 2005-06 season.

The board of directors for CSKA Moscow, the club team that holds Korolev's rights, will meet to discuss a contract buyout that would clear the way for the Clippers to sign Korolev, agent Marc Fleisher said.

"We're really not going to know any more until then," Fleisher said. "They're going to meet, so we'll see."

Via L.A. Times

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Clippers Sign Draft Pick Ewing

Aug 31, 2005 2:27 AM EST

The news rookie guard Daniel Ewing had awaited for weeks arrived Tuesday: He's officially a Clipper.

The team signed its second-round draft pick to a three-year, $1.8-million contract.

"I've been watching NBA TV and seeing other teams signing their guys, so I was getting real anxious," said Ewing, selected 32nd overall. "I was wondering when my deal was going to get done, so it's a big relief."

Ewing averaged 11.6 points and 2.1 assists during four seasons at Duke. In five games for the Clippers' squad in the Las Vegas Summer League, he averaged 8.0 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.6 assists.

"I just want to go out there and establish myself, earn the respect of my teammates and coaches and the guys around the league," Ewing said. "Hopefully, I can earn some quality minutes and help us reach our goal of making the playoffs."

Via L.A. Times

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Cassell Announces Himself Clipper Starter

Aug 26, 2005 3:47 AM EST

Sam Cassell was looking for some understanding. He thinks he got it Wednesday from Clippers coach Mike Dunleavy. With that, Cassell took his physical and looked forward to his new start with the Clippers.

"I had to get some things straight before I came out here," said Cassell, whom the Clippers acquired Aug.12 from the Minnesota Timberwolves in a sign-and-trade deal involving guard Marko Jaric.

The Clippers tentatively scheduled Cassell to come to Los Angeles four days after the trade. But Cassell did not consider himself on board until he had a discussion with Dunleavy regarding his role.

Though indications are that second-year player Shaun Livingston will be the starting point guard this season, Cassell has a different opinion.

"I'll be starting at the one (point guard)," said Cassell, who will be 36 two weeks into the coming season. "Shaun's going to be good one day, but he's not ready for this right now. I can't come off the bench for this team. If this team had a certified All-Star in front of me, then I could understand that. But that's not the case. I realize that Shaun is the future point guard for this team, but what am I supposed to do, lay down? If that's the case, then I shouldn't be here."

Via Orange County Register

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Clippers Aug 2005 Archive

  • Cassell Sounds Happy Now To Join Clippers

    L.A. Times | Aug 25, 2005

    One meeting with Coach Mike Dunleavy was all it took for Sam Cassell to embrace the Clippers, who were also upbeat Wednesday on welcoming the point guard.

  • Cassell Changes Stance, Coming To L.A. For Physical

    LA Times | Aug 23, 2005

    There had been media speculation that Sam Cassell, might not report to the Clippers, because of the team's unwillingness to offer him a contract extension.

  • The Summer Of Troublesome Deals Continues

    Minneapolis Star Tribune | Aug 18, 2005

    The sign-and-trade deal that will send Marko Jaric to the Wolves for Sam Cassell and a future number one pick has hit a snag, as Cassell is seeking a two-year deal and is refusing to take a physical.

  • Cassell To Clippers In A Sign-And-Trade For Jaric

    NBA.com | Aug 12, 2005

    The Timberwolves have acquired Marko Jaric in a sign-and-trade deal that will send Sam Cassell, Lionel Chambers and a 2006 lottery protected pick to the Clippers.

  • Clippers Sign James Singleton To Two-Year Deal

    OC Register | Aug 11, 2005

    The Clippers have signed forward James Singleton to a two-year contract that is partially guaranteed.

  • Gun Charge Against Wilcox Dismissed

    ESPN | Aug 9, 2005

    A handgun charge against Los Angeles Clippers forward Chris Wilcox was dismissed Tuesday.

  • Wilcox Gun Trial Set To Start

    L.A. Times | Aug 9, 2005

    Clipper forward Chris Wilcox, charged with transporting a handgun in a vehicle, was scheduled to stand trial today before a judge in Ellicott City, Md.

  • Simmons Officially Signs With Bucks

    ESPN | Aug 8, 2005

    Free agent forward Bobby Simmons officially signed with the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday.

  • Meeting Clarifies Plans For Jaric

    L.A. Times | Aug 7, 2005

    A meeting with General Manager Elgin Baylor and Coach Mike Dunleavy late Friday afternoon gave Marko Jaric a better understanding of how the Clippers might use him next season, the player's agent said Saturday.

  • Clippers Re-Sign Rebraca To Multiyear Deal

    USA Today | Aug 4, 2005

    The Los Angeles Clippers re-signed free agent Zeljko Rebraca to a multiyear contract on Thursday.

  • Jaric Is Looking To Be Signed And Traded

    L.A. Times | Aug 3, 2005

    The agent said he would meet today with Coach Mike Dunleavy. A sign-and-trade deal "would be best for all parties," Duffy said, "but we have to see what unfolds here."

  • Jaric Waiting On Nuggets' Plans

    Rocky Mountain News | Aug 1, 2005

    According to the Rocky Mountain News, Clippers free agent Marko Jaric should find out today how much interest the Denver Nuggets still have to obtain his services.