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Francis To Practice, May Play Friday

According to his agent, Knicks' guard Steve Francis will practice Thursday with the intention of playing in the home game versus the Warriors on Friday.

Francis is apparently buoyed by the results of an MRI exam he underwent Wednesday in New York.

Via New York Times


Kukoc, Davis Say No Thanks To Bulls

As of Tuesday, the Bulls are not planning to bring in anyone to help fill in while Andres Nocioni is sidelined with plantar fasciitis in his right foot.

The Bulls reached out to both Toni Kukoc and Antonio Davis, but both former Bulls decided to remain retired.

Via Daily Herald


Marion Out With Hand, Quad Injuries

Phoenix forward Shawn Marion sat out the Suns' game against the 76ers on Wednesday night because of a bruised right hand and bruised left quadriceps.

Via AP


Feb 2007 Archive

  • McGrady Concerned About Safety At Next Year's All-Star Game

    Rockets star Tracy McGrady said Wednesday he would consider skipping next year's All-Star game if he felt he wouldn't be safe in New Orleans.

  • Celtics' Maxwell Sorry For Sexist Remark

    Celtics radio analyst Cedric Maxwell apologized on the air Wednesday night for saying that a female referee should "go back to the kitchen" after he disagreed with one of her calls.

  • Wally To Have Season-Ending Surgery

    The Boston Celtics announce that forward Wally Szczerbiak is scheduled to undergo season ending ankle surgery on Thursday March 8, 2007.

  • Clippers Sign Conroy, Waive Wafer

    The Los Angeles Clippers today signed guard Will Conroy of the Tulsa 66ers of the NBA Development League to a 10-day contract, it was announced by Vice President of Basketball Operations Elgin Baylor.

  • Wizards Call Up Mike Hall

    Mike Hall has been called up the Washington Wizards on a 10-day contract, Director of Player Personnel Milt Newton confirmed to DraftExpress today.

  • Wade Leaning Towards Rehab

    Dwyane Wade will most likely eventually require surgery, but is leaning towards rehab which will allow him to return this season.

  • Johnson Dismisses Reggie Talk

    Avery Johnson wants to add a veteran with playoff experience but doesn't expect it to be Reggie Miller.

  • Jazz Still Plan On Waiving Henderson

    Utah continue to lean towards waiving recently acquired the recently acquired Alan Henderson.

  • Maxwell Will Apologize For Sexist Remark

    Cedric Maxwell will apologize for saying a female referee should “go back to the kitchen,” over the air during a Boston Celtics game Monday night on WEEI-AM, a station official said Tuesday.

  • Ohio State To Wear 'LJ23' Logos In Big Ten Tourney

    The Ohio State Buckeyes, beginning in the Big Ten Tournament, will become the first team to wear LeBron James' ``LJ23'' logo on their uniform and will also be issued James' signature shoes.

  • Knicks' Lee Hopeful For Friday Return

    "No, it still hurts," said David Lee on Tuesday. "It's going to be a little while."

  • Fisher: NBA Players Unfairly Blamed For Vegas Mayhem

    Derek Fisher, who was named president of the NBA Players Association over All-Star weekend, says his fellow players are being unfairly linked to reports of crime and violence from All-Star weekend in Las Vegas.

  • Lakers Set To Receive A Boost

    Forward Luke Walton and center Kwame Brown practiced for the first time since suffering sprained ankles, playing full-court four-on-four and also half-court four-on-four at the team's training facility.

  • With Nocioni Done, Antonio Davis A Chance For Bulls?

    With coach Scott Skiles recently and gently revealing that Nocioni could miss the remainder of the regular season with plantar fasciitis in his right foot, the Bulls continue to face questions that have dogged them all season.

  • Hyde Group 'Close To' Bidding For Grizzlies

    The Grizzlies' local minority-share owners are adding partners and hope to approach majority owner Michael Heisley "in the very near future" about a buyout of his 70-percent stake, J.

  • McGrady Will Play On Wednesday

    Rockets guard Tracy McGrady, who missed Monday's game against the Boston Celtics after he was sent home with flu-like symptoms, is expected to play tonight against the Toronto Raptors, Rockets athletic trainer Keith Jones said.

  • Pippen Not In Cleveland's Plans

    The Cavaliers, after making initial contact to gauge interest, have not pursued Scottie Pippen in the past week, according to a source.

  • Injury Lands Powell In Hospital Overnight

    One night after Los Angeles Clippers guard Shaun Livingston dislocated his left knee in gruesome fashion, the Warriors had a scary moment of their own Wednesday.

  • Olson: Williams Expected To Declare, Budinger To Stay

    Lute Olson, head coach of Arizona, says he expects sophomore Marcus Williams to enter the NBA draft but freshman Chase Budinger to stay for another season with the Wildcats.

  • Q To The 2, Jeffries To The 3

    Isiah Thomas reacted to the news of Jamal Crawford's impending absence from his Knick rotation and told the media what to expect in the starting lineup.

  • Olson Calls Parkinson's Speculation A 'Vicious Rumor'

    Lute Olson, legendary head coach of the University of Arizona, labeled speculation that he has Parkinson’s disease “a vicious, vicious rumor” that is “totally false.

  • Livingston Suffered Tears To ACL, PCL, MCL And Lateral Meniscus

    Shaun Livingston suffered tears to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), medial collateral ligament (MCL) and lateral meniscus, the Clippers announced Tuesday

  • Pistons Assign Johnson And Blalock

    The Detroit Pistons announced today that they have assigned guard Will Blalock and reassigned forward Amir Johnson to their NBA Development League affiliate, the Sioux Falls Skyforce.

  • Clippers Sign Conroy To 10-Day Deal

    Will Conroy of the Tulsa 66ers has received his second call-up of the season from the Los Angeles Clippers.

  • Atkins Interested In Denver

    The Nuggets might seek a point guard in the summer in free agency and if they go after Chucky Atkins, he is certainly interested.

  • Cardinal Undergoes Knee Surgery, Done For Season

    Memphis Grizzlies forward Brian Cardinal underwent arthroscopic surgery today on his left knee for problems related to a chronic knee condition.

  • Jamal Out For The Season?

    The Knicks learned on Tuesday that Jamal Crawford will likely require season-ending surgery on a stress fracture in his right ankle, though the team said it's possible he could return if the Knicks make the playoffs.

  • Lewis Says He Won't Accept Extension Offer

    Rashard Lewis confirmed that he has no intentions of signing a two-year, $25 million contract extension that the Sonics offered last week.

  • Union Uneasy About All-Star '08 in Big Easy

    Reports of crime and violence in Las Vegas during All-Star weekend have NBA Players Association executive director Billy Hunter concerned about New Orleans' ability to host the NBA's midseason party next season.

  • Dallas Covets Reggie

    Reggie Miller could be a candidate for the Mavericks' vacant roster spot.

  • Butler Sidelined With Back Spasms

    Washington Wizards All-Star forward Caron Butler remained sidelined Monday with lower back spasms, while Antawn Jamison returned to practice for the first time since injuring his knee last month.

  • Francis: No Plans To Retire

    Steve Francis says he is not thinking about an early retirement, but the injured Knicks guard can't say when he will play again.

  • SuperSonics Retire Haywood's No. 24

    Spencer Haywood was finally recognized by the SuperSonics on Monday night for his accomplishments on the floor and his fight in the courts, 32 years after he last played in Seattle.

  • Mavs First NBA Team To Record Triple-Dozen

    The Mavericks are the first team in NBA history with three winning streaks of at least 12 games in a season.

  • Summitt To Go 'A Lot Out Of Character' For Tennessee Men's Game

    Tennessee men's coach Bruce Pearl painted himself orange and cheered in the student section for the women's game against No.

  • Shaq Reaches 25,000-Point Mark

    Shaquille O'Neal went over the 25,000-point mark for his career midway through the first quarter against the Knicks on Monday night.

  • Clippers' Livingston Dislocates Knee Cap

    Shaun Livingston dislocated his left knee Monday night

  • Nets Assign Ilic To D-League

    The New Jersey Nets have assigned rookie center Mile Ilic to their NBA Development League affiliate, the Colorado 14ers.

  • Buckeyes No. 1 For First Time Since 1962

    Ohio State took over the No.

  • Amare And Carter Named Players Of The Week

    After leading the Suns to a perfect 4-0 week following the All-Star break, center Amaré Stoudemire was named the NBA Western Conference Player of the Week for Feb.

  • Pippen Remains on Lakers' Radar

    Scottie Pippen remains on the Lakers' radar, but they have no sense of urgency to sign him.

  • Ilgauskas Returns To Lineup After Tragedy

    Cleveland center Zydrunas Ilgauskas returned to the Cavaliers' starting lineup in Miami on Sunday for the first time since his wife went into early labor and lost twin babies.

  • Artest Skips Indy Homecoming

    Sacramento forward Ron Artest missed the Kings' game Sunday night against the Indiana Pacers, his former team.

  • Team Weighs Possible Fine For Radmanovic

    Vladimir Radmanovic hasn't yet formally apologized to teammates, but they're aware of his admission of guilt.

  • Jackson Bothered By Sore Left Big Toe

    Guard Stephen Jackson, who has been one of the most important Warriors at trying to fill the void left behind as point guard Baron Davis recovers from arthroscopic knee surgery, had X-rays taken of his left big toe after pain flared up during Sunday's game.

  • Stromile, Not Wade's Injury, Broke Atkins Deal

    Pat Riley confirmed a report that said the Heat and Grizzlies were discussing a trade for veteran point guard Chucky Atkins before last Thursday's trade deadline.

  • Francis Done As A Knick?

    Steve Francis may be shut down for the rest of the season

  • Dennis Johnson Remembered At Memorial Service

    Former NBA players remembered Dennis Johnson for his athletic ability and his infectious smile Sunday during a memorial service where there was far more laughter than tears.

  • Artest A No-Show Against Pacers

    Kevin Martin found the perfect cure for his offensive struggles -- Indiana's suddenly porous defense.

  • Lakers Considering A Fine For Radmanovic

    The Lakers haven't decided whether they will fine Vladimir Radmanovic for lost time since his confession that a separated right shoulder was caused by a snowboarding spill, not a fall on a slippery sheet of street ice in Park City, Utah, his initial explanation.

  • Oden's Last Game In Columbus?

    Greg Oden played in his 13th home game as an Ohio State Buckeye on Sunday.

  • Heat 'Encourage' Wade To Get Second Opinion

    Dwyane Wade is seeking a second opinion for his injured shoulder.

  • Lewis Passes On Extension, Likely To Opt-Out

    It seems likely that Rashard Lewis will not accept the extension and will choose to opt out of his contract on July 1 and become an unrestricted free agent

  • Jazz Still Haven't Made A Decision On Henderson

    Utah still has not decided whether to waive or bring in veteran forward Alan Henderson, acquired via trade with Philadelphia last Thursday.

  • Baron Vague About When He Will Return

    Baron Davis was at the Warriors' game on Saturday against the Clippers.

  • Atkins, Swift Deal With Heat Falls Apart

    A proposed deal that would have sent Stromile Swift and Chucky Atkins to Miami for James Posey, Michael Doleac and a draft pick was agreed upon in principal until Dwyane Wade suffered a separated shoulder

  • Bobcats Lose Okafor, Wallace

    Leading scorer Gerald Wallace and leading rebounder Emeka Okafor each left Saturday's game against Toronto with injuries.

  • Carter To Nets: I Want To Stay

    Vince Carter yesterday revealed for the first time that he wants to stay in New Jersey beyond this season

  • Big Ben Set To Make Return To Palace

    Ben Wallace returns Sunday to the Palace of Auburn Hills for the first time since leaving the Pistons

  • Okur, Kirilenko Sit Out Jazz Game Against Celtics

    Mehmet Okur and Andrei Kirilenko sat out Utah's game against Boston on Saturday night due to injuries.

  • Jamison Getting Closer To Return

    It appears that Antawn Jamison may be getting closer to a return for the Washington Wizards

  • Wade Continues To Mull Options

    Dwyane Wade continues to mull his options regarding his shoulder injury.

  • Hill Not Planning On Retiring

    Grant Hill sounds like he has no plans to retire following this season.

  • Detroit Could Find No Takers For Flip Murray

    According to Mike Monroe of the San Antonio Express-News, no team that the Pistons contacted about Flip Murray was interested in making a deal for the guard.

  • Dixon: "I'm Here To Help"

    Juan Dixon is excited to be joining the Toronto Raptors.

  • KG: "Thank God For Opt-Outs"

    Kevin Garnett's last words of a two-minute interview after Friday morning's shootaround were, "Thank God for opt-outs.

  • LSU Upsets No. 3 Florida

    Terry Martin scored 18 points and Garrett Temple added 17 to help struggling LSU upset No.

  • Bickerstaff Leaves Bobcats' Bench With Illness

    Charlotte Bobcats coach Bernie Bickerstaff, feeling ill, left the bench late in the first quarter of Friday's game against Philadelphia.

  • Bulls' Nocioni Out An Extended Time?

    Chicago forward Andres Nocioni missed his eighth game in the last nine Friday night when the Bulls faced the Washington Wizards.

  • Hornets Ask NO For More Money For Practice Courts

    Hornets owner George Shinn said Friday night that a new, publicly financed practice facility, which was promised to him when he moved his NBA team here in 2002, will now cost as much as $20 million.

  • With J.R. Smith Down, Pippen An Option In Denver?

    George Karl admitted that Scottie Pippen is on the Nuggets' radar, but he is questioning how serious Pippen is about his comeback comments

  • Knicks' Lee Spains Ankle

    Last night, Knicks' forward David Lee came down on Andrew Bogut's ankle, leaving the game with 5:56 to go in the third quarter after spraining his right ankle.

  • O'Neal Calls Nash's MVPs 'Tainted'

    Shaquille O'Neal told reporters that the MVP award has been "tainted" the past two seasons. Steve Nash won both times

  • Sprewell Barred From Seeing His Children

    Former NBA star Latrell Sprewell, accused of assaulting his girlfriend in front of their children, may communicate with his children only by phone, e-mail or text message.

  • Sonics Recall Sene

    The Seattle SuperSonics have recalled center Mouhamed Sene from the Idaho Stampede.

  • Radmanovic Admits Injury Happened While Snowboarding

    Vladimir Radmanovic admitted lying to Lakers officials about the circumstances of his shoulder injury, acknowledging on Friday that he was hurt while snowboarding in Park City, Utah, during last weekend's All-Star break.

  • Miami Made Strong Play For Bibby

    Sources told CBS SportsLine.

  • D'Antoni Calls Trading Raja For Kidd 'Crazy'

    Published reports from New Jersey indicated that the Suns were attempting to acquire Jason Kidd by offering Kurt Thomas, Raja Bell and a draft pick.

  • Pacers Want Walsh To Keep Going

    Before the season, Donnie Walsh spoke of this season being his last and the Pacers' media guide paid tribute to him on their cover.

  • Pippen's Comeback Fueled By Need For Money?

    Scottie Pippen announced last week that he was hoping to end his three-year retirement from the NBA and make a comeback at 41.

  • Paxson: Look For The Summer For Moves

    The Bulls will likely readdress the Pau Gasol situation after the season.

  • Magic Unwilling To Give Up Darko, Ariza And Turkoglu For Carter

    The Orlando Magic rejected a potential trade earlier in the week to acquire Vince Carter because they were unwilling to bundle a package of players that included Darko Milicic, Trevor Ariza and Hedo Turkoglu.

  • Nets Wanted Balkman In Carter Talks

    The Knicks offered the Nets a package for Vince Carter that included Channing Frye, Jerome James and Malik Rose. The Knicks also made an offer for Jason Kidd.

  • Sonics Will Remain In Seattle In 2007-2008

    Sonics' spokesman Tom Savage confirmed Thursday night that the club will not file paperwork to move to a different city with the NBA by the March 1st deadline.

  • Sources: Knicks May Pass On Using MLE This Summer

    The Knicks' payroll next year will drop from a league-high $123 million to about $85M.

  • Wade Undergoes Battery Of Tests, Mulling Options

    Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade suffered a dislocated left shoulder with 10:27 left in the fourth quarter of last night’s 112-102 loss at Houston.

  • Jones Comes Home In Swap With Toronto

    The Portland Trail Blazers today acquired guard/forward Fred Jones, a former Oregon Duck, and future considerations from the Toronto Raptors in exchange for guard Juan Dixon.

  • Sixers Announce Henderson To Utah Deal

    Philadelphia 76ers President Billy King announced today that the Sixers have traded forward Alan Henderson to the Utah Jazz for the rights to exchange second round draft picks in the 2007 NBA Draft.

  • Suns In On Bibby To Cleveland Talks Until The End

    The Phoenix Suns were in on the Mike Bibby to Cleveland trade discussions until the very end on Thursday.

  • Jazz Trade For Henderson, Expected To Waive Veteran

    The Utah Jazz acquired veteran forward Alan Henderson from Philadelphia in exchange for a swap of second-round draft picks, and cash consideration going from Philadelphia to Utah.

  • Dennis Johnson Passes Away At 52

    Dennis Johnson was a five-time All-Star and the MVP of the 1979 Finals.

  • Official: Bibby Staying In Sacramento

    Despite a host of efforts to trade Mike Bibby, a team official says that he will remain with the Kings.

  • Kidd Has Cracked Rib

    It was revealed on Thursday that Jason Kidd has a cracked rib.

  • Lakers Thought They Had A Kidd Deal Done

    ESPN's Ric Bucher reported that Rod Thorn either changed his mind on the deal or never intended to deal Jason Kidd.

  • Raptors And Blazers Agree To Trade

    The Raptors and Blazers have reportedly agreed to a Juan Dixon for Fred Jones swap.

  • Bibby To Cleveland Hits A Snag?

    The Mike Bibby to Cleveland deal was reportedly hitting a snag on Thursday morning, said a person involved in the situation.

  • Raptors Trying To Trade For Darko?

    According to Chad Ford, the Raptors are reportedly trying to acquire Darko Milicic from the Orlando Magic.

  • Hawks Acquire Anthony Johnson

    The first shot of Thursday's trade deadline was fired when Anthony Johnson was sent to the Hawks in exchange for a second-round draft pick.

  • Agent: Kidd To Stay In New Jersey

    Chad Ford of ESPN spoke with Jason Kidd's agent, Jeff Schwartz, on Thursday morning and said that the New Jersey point guard will remain with the Nets.

  • Maloofs Kill Bibby To Lakers Discussions

    Sources say that the Lakers and Kings briefly discussed a trade which would have sent Mike Bibby to Los Angeles.

  • Cavs And Kings Hunt Down A Third Team For Bibby Deal

    The Cavaliers remain highly interested in giving Mike Bibby to LeBron James and Larry Hughes and, according to NBA front-office sources, have been calling all over the league in search of a third team to help facilitate a deal.

  • Cops: Enraged Girlfriend Choked, Bit West

    Delonte West's live-in girlfriend allegedly choked and bit him and tried to slash her own wrists with shards of glass because he ended the relationship with her.

  • Warriors Shopping J-Rich To 'Everybody'

    The Golden State Warriors have reportedly been shopping Jason Richardson to 'everybody.

  • Suns Make Pitch For Kidd

    The Phoenix Suns offered a package for Jason Kidd that included Kurt Thomas, Raja Bell and the Hawks' first-round pick that came in the Joe Johnson trade, sources said.

  • Wizards Not Looking To Deal

    The NBA trade deadline arrives at 3 p.

  • Udrih Draws Interest, But Likely Won't Be Dealt

    With several teams looking for help at point guard, one Western Conference official said Beno Udrih's name was in heavy circulation Wednesday night.

  • Rockets Talk Deal For Mike James, Griffin Now Unlikely

    The Rockets have spoken to Minnesota about Mike James, but the Wolves are insisting that to get James a team will need to take Eddie Griffin as well.

  • Dunleavy Says Major Deal Not Likely

    Wild trade speculation is great for sports-talk radio and Internet chat rooms, especially with the NBA trading deadline today at noon.

  • Diaw Better, Could Play Friday

    Boris Diaw was walking upright Wednesday.

  • Lee Will Not Be Included In Any Carter To Knicks Deal

    At least two general managers revealed that the Nets discussed a deal with the Knicks for Vince Carter that would have included Jamal Crawford and Channing Frye.

  • Kidd & Carter May Be Goners

    League sources said the Lakers, who have been rumored to be a potential landing spot for Jason Kidd, are still very much interested in acquiring the All-Star point guard, and are willing to include anyone but Kobe Bryant, Lamar Odom and Andrew Bynum in the deal.

  • Wade May Miss About 6 Weeks

    Dwyane Wade likely sustaining what was initially called a dislocated left shoulder last night against the Houston Rockets, which could keep Wade out for a period of about six weeks.

  • Bulls Turn To Shareef And Bonzi

    Now that Pau Gasol is unlikely to be dealt, Kings forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim is the most prominently mentioned possibility for the Bulls, though a late rumor Wednesday had the club trying to acquire Bonzi Wells from the Rockets.

  • Pietrus Wouldn't Mind A Trade

    Mickael Pietrus' name was thrown into the rumor mill on Wednesday when Jason Quick told a Portland radio station that the Blazers had offered Juan Dixon for the Golden State swingman.

  • Gasol Likely Staying In Memphis

    Pau Gasol requested a trade back in January, but it now looks like he will stay put.

  • Wade Carted Off In Wheelchair

    Dwyane Wade injured his left shoulder in the fourth quarter of Miami's loss to Houston on Wednesday.

  • Blazers Say They Have No Interest In Dealing Randolph

    There were reports on Wednesday that the Bulls were interested in acquiring Zach Randolph.

  • Kidd Trade Rumors Gaining Momentum?

    On Wednesday, Jason Kidd said the Lakers were the only team he had heard was seriously interested in him.

  • Raptors Expected To Let Deadline Pass

    "We've surveyed the landscape and conversed with everyone," Raptors president Bryan Colangelo said.

  • Chicago Looking Into Randolph Deal?

    Rumors of a deal that would send Zach Randolph to Chicago have reportedly accelerated.

  • Clippers A Possibility For Kidd?

    The Clippers, according to Marty Burns of SI.

  • Cavaliers Spend Wednesday Trying To Land Bibby

    The Cavaliers, according to league sources, spent the early part of Wednesday trying to acquire Mike Bibby in a multi-team deal that would have left Sacramento with power forward Drew Gooden, point guard Marcus Banks (via Phoenix) and the expiring contract of center Scot Pollard.

  • Knicks Talk Carter Trade With Nets?

    A league insider that spoke with Ian Thomsen of SI.

  • Hornets' Owner Says Team Exploring Trade Options

    George Shinn, owner of the Hornets, said that the team is actively exploring trades.

  • Smith Out Three To Four Weeks

    J.

  • Pacers Are Indicted In Bar Brawl

    Indiana Pacers guard Jamaal Tinsley and teammate Marquis Daniels were charged Wednesday in a Feb.

  • Clippers Sign Von Wafer To 10-Day Deal

    The Los Angeles Clippers today signed guard Von Wafer of the Colorado 14ers of the NBA Development League to a 10-day contract, it was announced by Vice President of Basketball Operations Elgin Baylor.

  • Cavaliers, Two Other Teams Call Phoenix On Banks

    According to league sources, the Suns are talking with several teams as the trade deadline nears.

  • Mitchell Quiet On Possible Trades

    "If Bryan doesn't make a move it will be because there's nothing out there to improve us," said Sam Mitchell.

  • Kirilenko Angrily Denies Report On Wife Wanting Out Of Utah

    Andrei Kirilenko didn't mince words at all when he said that he wants to remain in Utah.

  • Mavs Interested In P.J. Brown And Najera

    The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly interested in acquiring Chicago forward P.

  • Gasol Talks Between Memphis And Chicago Currently Dead

    Jerry West, president of the Grizzlies, is still standing firm in his demands for at least two players from the Chicago Bulls’ main core of Luol Deng, Ben Gordon, Kirk Hinrich and Andres Nocioni in exchange for Pau Gasol, according to team insiders.

  • Isiah: Almost No Chance Of A Trade

    On Tuesday morning, Isiah Thomas said that there was no chance that the Knicks would be making a trade by Thursday.

  • Riley Confirms Interest In Posey, Says Kidd In Miami Won't Happen

    On Tuesday, Pat Riley confirmed that teams have been calling about forward James Posey as Thursday's trade deadline nears.

  • Exec: 50% Chance For A Carter Trade

    League sources claim new talks were initiated regarding Vince Carter.

  • Diaw's Back Spasms Continue

    Suns forward Boris Diaw missed his third straight game with back spasms that have lasted two weeks and he is already a scratch for tonight’s game with the Celtics.

  • Milicic Joins Larry Brown Bashers

    Orlando's Darko Milicic, who played his first two NBA seasons under Larry Brown in Detroit, blames the former Knick coach for stalling his development and hamstringing his career.

  • Clippers Plan To Sign Von Wafer

    The Clippers are expected to soon sign guard Von Wafer from the development league to a 10-day contract, team sources said Tuesday.

  • Lakers' Jackson Says Change Is Needed

    With Jason Kidd linked to the Lakers in the media, head coach Phil Jackson has admitted the need for change in Los Angeles.

  • Bowen's Back Worries Popovich

    Bruce Bowen's monthlong struggles with his shot have Spurs coach Gregg Popovich worried his top perimeter defender might be slowed by a lower-back injury.

  • Five Year Extension For Phil Jackson?

    The Lakers haven't announced it yet, but the word is Phil Jackson has agreed to a five-year contract extension that includes a provision for moving into the front office at the appropriate time.

  • Rockets Say ... No Deal (for Now)

    Coach Jeff Van Gundy said there was an addition he felt could complement the Rockets, but he left it at that.

  • Szczerbiak Sprains Ankle Again

    Wally Szczerbiak sprained his left ankle during the Boston Celtics' game against the Kings on Tuesday night, the latest of several injuries to both of the forward's ankles this season.

  • Ilgauskas Out Wednesday Against Raptors

    Cavaliers center Zydrunas Ilgauskas will miss his third straight game on Wednesday to tend to family health matters.

  • Bulls Hold Hawks Without FG In Third

    Despite holding Atlanta without a field goal in the third quarter, Bulls coach Scott Skiles says his team has played better defensively

  • Nash Returns, Then Sits After Getting Hit

    Two-time MVP Steve Nash had 13 points and 12 assists in his first game back from a shoulder injury, and Shawn Marion scored 31 points in the Suns' 115-90 rout of the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night.

  • Michigan State Upsets No. 1 Wisconsin

    Wisconsin's first taste of a No.

  • Clippers Place Christie On Suspended List

    The Los Angeles Clippers announced today that guard Doug Christie has been placed on the Suspended List.

  • Memphis Signs Harrington To Second 10-Day Deal

    Memphis Grizzlies President of Basketball Operations Jerry West announced today the team has signed guard Lorinza ‘Junior’ Harrington to a second 10-day contract.

  • Celtics Assign Allan Ray To D-League

    The Boston Celtics announced today that they have assigned rookie guard Allan Ray to their NBA Development League affiliate Austin Toros.

  • Suns Won't Add To Payroll Via Trade

    The Suns are busily working the phones ahead of Thursday's deadline, but will certainly not be taking on any additional payroll.

  • Colangelo Expects A Quiet Trade Deadline Week

    "We'll continue to be active on the phones and follow-up conversations from the weekend, but there is nothing imminent," Bryan Colangelo said on Tuesday.

  • Mullin Comfortable Making Another Blockbuster

    The Warriors' Chris Mullin has said he'd be comfortable making another trade before the deadline.

  • Magic Haven't Talked Carter Trade With New Jersey

    Otis Smith, GM of the Orlando Magic, said he has had no discussions with the New Jersey Nets about acquiring Vince Carter before Thursday's trade deadline.

  • Gordon Wants A Low-Post Scorer

    Ben Gordon's answer when asked if adding a low-post scorer before Thursday's trade deadline would help was telling as the Bulls prepare to make their stretch run.

  • Payton, Cassell Cleared Of Assault In Toronto Club Scuffle

    Gary Payton, Sam Cassell and Jason Caffey were cleared of assaulting a male exotic dancer and his stripper fiance during a confrontation outside a downtown Toronto strip club in 2003.

  • Wisconsin The New No. 1; Sets Up 1-2 Game With Ohio State Sunday

    Get ready for another 1 vs.

  • Nets Inch Closer to Kidd Trade

    Jason Kidd moves one step closer to becoming a Laker.

  • Radmanovic Injured, Out Eight Weeks

    Will Vladimir Radmanovic's injury open the door for Scottie Pippen to join the Lakers?

  • Mutombo Plans To Play Next Year

    Houston Rockets center Dikembe Mutombo plans to put off retirement for at least one more season.

  • Warriors Recall O'Bryant From D-League

    The Golden State Warriors have recalled rookie center Patrick O’Bryant from the Bakersfield Jam of the NBA Development League, Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Mullin announced today.

  • Jordan Says Bobcats Will Spend What It Takes To Win

    Charlotte Bobcats part-owner Michael Jordan says he's disappointed with his team's record this season and vows that Bobcats management will "spend what it takes" to attract top talent in the offseason.

  • Bobby Knight Blasts NBA Minimum Age Rule

    The new rule that says players must be at least one year removed from high school before entering the NBA is "the worst thing that's happened to college basketball since I've been coaching," says Texas Tech coach Bob Knight.

  • Nash Plans To Play Tuesday

    Steve Nash's ailing right shoulder is feeling better and he expects to play Tuesday against the Clippers.

  • Clippers Unlikely To Deal Maggette

    Corey Maggette recently declined to comment on whether he would still prefer to leave the Clippers, but team sources said that his outlook has not changed.

  • Nets Still Trying To Gauge Carter's Plans

    Jason Kidd and Vince Carter will still be with the Nets on Monday.

  • Kobe Excited About Kidd Rumors

    "I don't know how serious it is, but it's still exciting," said Kobe Bryant about the Jason Kidd trade rumors.

  • Robinson To Seattle Discussed?

    There are rumors that Nate Robinson and Channing Frye could be dealt to the Sonics in exchange for Rashard Lewis.

  • Griffin Could Play For Wolves Again

    According to Fred Hoiberg, assistant general manager for the Wolves, suspended forward Eddie Griffin's days with Minnesota aren't necessarily over.

  • Lewis Fires Agent

    Sonics forward Rashard Lewis fired agent Kevin Poston recently and hired Houston-based agents Tony Dutt and Colin Bryant.

  • Lakers, Nets And Blazers Discuss Three-Way Deal

    There were trade rumors Sunday that Jason Kidd could be dealt to the Los Angeles Lakers in a three-way trade that included the Portland Trail Blazers.

  • Hardaway Apologizes Again For Comments

    Tim Hardaway, in an interview at his home with CBS affiliate WFOR, acknowledged he made a major mistake by saying "I hate gay people" when asked how he would react to having a gay teammate.

  • Mardi Gras Will Be Test For New Orleans' All-Star Game Readiness

    This coming week will be a good test for New Orleans in their readiness for next season's All-Star game.

  • Sixers Happy Miller Is A Keeper

    Billy King has said that he will not trade point guard Andre Miller, something that pleases his teammates.

  • Hawks Won't Confirm Or Deny Ridnour Rumors

    Hawks general manager Billy Knight did not confirm or deny the report that the club was looking to deal for Luke Ridnour.

  • Petrie Complaining About Musselman?

    Eric Musselman has confused and frustrated several members of the Kings this year, but they aren't alone in that sentiment.

  • Riley Looking At Atkins?

    Pat Riley is reportedly looking to add a guard, perhaps Memphis' Chucky Atkins, as insurance for brittle Jason Williams before Thursday.

  • Gasol Doesn't Think Memphis Has Treated Him Fairly

    Pau Gasol is taken aback at why team president Jerry West became so offended when he asked for a trade while owner Michael Heisley displayed compassion.

  • Homecoming For Kidd?

    According to Peter Vecsey, the Warriors and Lakers are the favorites to land Jason Kidd, should the Nets decide to deal him.

  • Kapono Wins 3-Point Contest

    Jason Kapono beat Gilbert Arenas and Dirk Nowitzki with a final-round 24 -- just one shy of the event record.

  • Vanderbilt Upsets No. 1 Florida

    The top-ranked Florida Gators finally fell into a hole they couldn't dig themselves out of Saturday.

  • Wade Beats Kobe For Another Skills Challenge Win

    Dwyane Wade successfully defended his title in the Skills Challenge, running the course flawlessly in 26.

  • Jordan Had To Be Sold On Arenas

    Gilbert Arenas was not Eddie Jordan's first choice when they were under the salary cap in 2003.

  • Shaq: I'd Protect Gay Teammate

    On Friday, Shaquille O'Neal said that if he had a gay teammate, he would protect him.

  • Christie Won't Return To Clippers

    Doug Christie, who signed a second 10-day contract Feb.

  • Hawks Call Sonics On Ridnour

    The Atlanta Hawks have called Seattle GM Rick Sund, according to a source, seeking to obtain point guard Luke Ridnour.

  • Raptors Going Global

    The Toronto Raptors are going global.

  • Nets Shopping Carter

    Vince Carter was a hot topic of discussion yesterday as Nets president Rod Thorn continued his efforts to move his All-Star guard by Thursday's trading deadline.

  • Kidd Can See Being Traded

    Jason Kidd sounded yesterday like a point guard whose days in New Jersey could be over.

  • Pippen Says Heat Would Be Ideal

    Scottie Pippen, who is talking about making an NBA comeback, said he'd love to team up with Shaquille O'Neal and Dwyane Wade in Miami

  • Kobe Wants Scottie In Los Angeles

    Kobe Bryant is intrigued by the thought of a Scottie Pippen comeback and would love him to do it with the Lakers.

  • Nowitzki Subs For Yao

    Phoenix coach Mike D'Antoni confirmed that Dirk Nowitzki would replace the injured Yao Ming in the starting lineup for the Western Conference.

  • Joumana Kidd Accuses Jason Of Several Extramarital Affairs

    TheSmokingGun.com has obtained a copy of a a counterclaim filed late Thursday in New Jersey Superior Court by Joumana Kidd against her husband Jason Kidd.

  • Mullin, Jackson And Vitale Headline HOF Finalists

    The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame named former player and current Warriors Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Mullin as a finalist for election to the Hall of Fame Class of 2007.

  • Maloof Says No Maggette Discussions Taking Place

    There have been rumors that the Kings and Clippers have revisited Corey Maggette for Ron Artest trade discussions.

  • George Out Two Weeks

    Devean George will be out for about two weeks as he recovers from a sprained medial collateral ligament in his right knee.

  • Synthetic Ball Making A Comeback During All-Star Weekend

    The synthetic ball will pop its head again this weekend at the All-Star Game.

  • O'Brien Up For Detroit Job If Flip Bolts?

    A source tells Charley Walters that former Celtics and 76ers coach Jim O'Brien would be the front-runner for the Pistons job if Flip Saunders were to leave to coach his alma mater Gophers.

  • Yao Bracing For Return

    Rockets center Yao Ming attended Thursday's shootaround, giving him, he said, another chance to get used to the knee brace he will wear on his right knee and to brush up on the Rockets' sets.

  • Pippen Considering NBA Comeback?

    Scottie Pippen back in the NBA? He's considering it, according to Sam Smith

  • Johnson Over Deng, Gordon Raises Eyebrows

    There were more than a few eyebrows raised when the league chose Atlanta's Joe Johnson to replace Jason Kidd instead of taking either Luol Deng or Ben Gordon of the Chicago Bulls, the Toronto Star is reporting.

  • Shaq To Play Briefly In All-Star Game

    Shaquille O'Neal will step aside for Dwight Howard after all in Sunday's All-Star Game.

  • Harrington Says Vegas Has Potential For Disaster

    Al Harrington of the Golden State Warriors thinks there's all kinds of potential for disaster with the NBA descending into Las Vegas for the All-Star Weekend.

  • Amaechi Blasts Hardaway Attack

    Former NBA centre John Amaechi fired back at comments made by Tim Hardaway

  • Ilgauskas Misses Second Straight Game

    Cleveland center Zydrunas Ilgauskas missed his second straight game Thursday night because of family health matters.

  • NBA Banishes Hardaway From All-Star Weekend

    The NBA banished Tim Hardaway from All-Star weekend in Las Vegas because of his anti-gay remarks.

  • Mavs Recall Ager From D-League

    Maurice Ager was recalled from the D-League on Thursday by the Dallas Mavericks.

  • Durant's Father Says He Could Stay In School

    The father of Kevin Durant has said that he may return to the University of Texas for his sophomore season.

  • Fortson Believes Sonics Are Shopping Him

    Danny Fortson said he believes the Sonics are shopping his contract as the Feb.

  • All Signs Point To Carter Opting Out

    The agent for Vince Carter, Kurt Schoeppler, declined to comment when asked by the Daily News if any talks had been initiated between his client and the Nets regarding Carter's contractual situation.

  • Carter Mocks M-V-P! Chant

    Ex-Raptor star Vince Carter openly mocked the fans on Wednesday night.

  • Mavericks' George Has Sprained Knee

    Dallas Mavericks forward Devean George has a sprained right knee and will miss Thursday night's game at Houston.

  • Tim Hardaway Says He Hates 'Gay People'; Then Regrets Remarks

    Retired Miami Heat guard Tim Hardaway said Wednesday that he hates gay people, but later said he regretted the remarks.

  • Okafor Goes Off

    Charlotte big man Emeka Okafor went off against the struggling Chicago Bulls, scoring fifteen points, twenty-one rebounds, and eight blocks en route to a 100-85 Bobcats' victory.

  • Celtics Losing Streak Snapped At 18

    A strong second quarter and 32 points by Paul Pierce helped the Boston Celtics snap their 18 game losing streak on Wednesday night, beating the Milwaukee Bucks by 20, 117-97, at home.

  • Gay Has Career-Night in Loss

    The Grizzles' Rudy Gay had a career night in a loss to the Pacers in Indiana.

  • Lakers Unwilling To Part With Kobe, Odom Or Bynum For Kidd

    On Tuesday, a source with knowledge of the Jason Kidd trade situation said it was "extremely remote" that a trade would take place between the Lakers and Nets.

  • Buss: Phil Would Be In New York Had Lakers Job Not Opened Up

    "I have no doubt that Phil would have taken the New York job had the Lakers job not become available," Jeannie Buss told The Post.

  • Joe Johnson To Replace Kidd On All-Star Team

    The NBA announced today that Atlanta Hawks guard Joe Johnson will represent the Eastern Conference at the 2007 NBA All-Star Game in Las Vegas on Sunday, February 18.

  • Chemistry Concerns Backing Paxson Off Gasol?

    John Paxson has been reluctant to part with Ben Gordon or Luol Deng in a deal for Pau Gasol.

  • Knicks Making Play For Gooden?

    Isiah Thomas keeps saying that the Knicks are unlikely to be players ahead of the trade deadline, but rumors are surfacing that they are showing interest in Drew Gooden, Ruben Patterson and Ron Artest.

  • Fisher To Be Named Union President

    During All-Star weekend, the NBA Players Union will announce Derek Fisher as their new president.

  • Thomas Near Return, Joins Team

    After losing their top two playmakers in less than a week, the Suns received good news Tuesday: Kurt Thomas is back.

  • Sixers Again Say Miller Will Stay

    The 76ers will "probably not" make any moves before the Feb.

  • Bickerstaff Asks May To Tolerate Knee Pain

    Bobcats forward Sean May will miss his 10th straight game tonight because of a bone bruise on his right knee.

  • Virginia Tech Sweeps North Carolina In OT

    Virginia Tech topped North Carolina for the second time, after previously upsetting Duke.

  • Brand Out Again Against Hawks?

    Back spasms might prompt Elton Brand to sit out his second consecutive game Wednesday against the Atlanta Hawks.

  • Artest Has Career Night, But Rockets Win

    Tracy McGrady scored 28 points and had 12 assists as the Houston Rockets overcame Ron Artest's big night to beat the Sacramento Kings 109-104 in overtime on Tuesday night.

  • Hunter Won't Need Surgery

    Philadelphia 76ers President Billy King announced tonight that after receiving a second opinion from Dr.

  • Sonics Choose Move To Renton

    The Seattle SuperSonics have chosen the Seattle suburb of Renton as the site for a proposed $500 million multipurpose arena.

  • Baron Undergoes Successful Surgery

    Golden State Warriors guard Baron Davis underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his left knee today, it was announced by Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Mullin.

  • Rockets Send Padgett To Memphis For Tsakalidis

    Memphis Grizzlies President of Basketball Operations Jerry West announced today the Grizzlies have acquired forward Scott Padgett from the Houston Rockets in exchange for center Jake Tsakalidis

  • Kidd Next To Drop Out Of All-Star Game?

    Jason Kidd will miss the next two games for the New Jersey Nets with a strained lower back, and his status was uncertain for Sunday's NBA All-Star Game.

  • Allen And Okur Named As All-Star Replacements

    Ray Allen of the Seattle SuperSonics and Mehmet Okur of the Utah Jazz have been named by NBA Commissioner David Stern as a replacements for injured West All-Stars Allen Iverson (ankle) of the Denver Nuggets and Steve Nash (shoulder) of the Phoenix Suns for the 2007 NBA All-Star Game on Sunday, February 18 in Las Vegas.

  • Spurs Finalize Ely Deal

    The San Antonio Spurs announced today that they have acquired Melvin Ely from the Charlotte Bobcats in exchange for Eric Williams and a second round pick in 2009.

  • Randolph Wants To Stay In Portland

    Zach Randolph has had an All-Star caliber season, reclaiming much of his value, which has led some to suggest the Blazers should deal him.

  • Kidd Unlikely To Be Dealt?

    "I've spoken to 27 teams over the past month," said Ron Thorn. "Some talks were initiated by them, some initiated by us."

  • Hunter Out Indefinitely With Finger Injury

    Philadelphia 76ers President Billy King announced today that Sixers center Steven Hunter will be out indefinitely after an MRI taken yesterday afternoon by Dr.

  • Ely Traded To The Spurs

    The Spurs and Bobcats are finalizing a swap that will send Melvin Ely to San Antonio in exchange for Eric Williams.

  • Ilgauskas Not Traveling With Team To Utah

    Cavaliers center Zydrunas Ilgauskas did not practice today and is not traveling with the team to Utah in order to take care of personal matters.

  • Iverson To Skip All-Star Game

    Allen Iverson appears to have his priorities in order.

  • Gonzaga's 50-Game Home Winning Streak Ends

    Gonzaga was going to lose at home eventually.

  • Kidd To Miss Two Games With Back Injury

    The Nets were hoping to get back to .

  • Man Who Hit Jackson With Car Found Guilty

    Deon Willford, the man who hit Stephen Jackson with a car outside an Indianapolis strip club, was found guilty of felony battery and failure to stop at a scene of an accident, a misdemeanor.

  • NBA Rescinds Technical Against Rasheed

    Stu Jackson has recinded a technical foul called on Rasheed Wallace during last Saturday night's game against the Raptors.

  • Back Spasms Force Clippers' Brand To Sit

    Clippers forward Elton Brand missed Monday night's game against the Detroit Pistons with back spasms.

  • Yao Expects To Return In Early March

    Yao Ming expects to be ready for game action in 'early March.

  • Recent Success Won't Deter Colangelo As Trade Deadline Looms

    The Raptors have won 14 of their past 20 starts.

  • Arenas, Jordan Meet

    The Washington Wizards held their first players-only meeting of the season yesterday and Coach Eddie Jordan met separately with guard Gilbert Arenas to clear the air as the team sought to regroup in the aftermath of a humiliating 21-point loss to the Portland Trail Blazers that ended with Jordan and his star guard criticizing each other through the media.

  • Kidd's Back Is Hurting, Might Sit

    For the first time this season, the Nets could have to play without Jason Kidd.

  • Riley To Return To Bench After Break

    The Heat have made plans for Pat Riley to take over next week from interim replacement Ron Rothstein.

  • Duke Unranked For First Time In Nine Years

    Duke's fourth straight loss Sunday was the last straw for the Blue Devils in their attempt to remain a part of the Top 25 in the ESPN/USA Today coaches' poll.

  • Baron To Undergo Knee Surgery

    Baron Davis will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery on Tuesday.

  • Nash Won't Play In All-Star Game

    Phoenix Suns guard Steve Nash will not play in the 2007 NBA All-Star Game on Feb.

  • Nash Won't Play In All-Star Game

    Sources tell ESPN that Phoenix Suns guard Steve Nash will not play in Sunday's All-Star Game because of his ailing shoulder.

  • Wade And Anthony Named Players Of The Week

    Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade was named the NBA’s Eastern Conference Player of the Week for the week ending February 11.

  • Foye Cited For Fight At Gas Station

    Randy Foye, rookie guard for the Timberwolves, was cited early Monday for disorderly conduct after police found him in a fight outside a Minneapolis gas station.

  • Jackson Says He Was "Trying To Break It Up"

    Former Indiana Pacers guard Stephen Jackson testified Monday that he fired shots in the air during a fight outside a strip club last year to try to break up the brawl.

  • Foster Defends Tinsley

    Pacers' center Jeff Foster defended teammate Jamaal Tinsley to the media yesterday, showing why many Indiana fans call him "Feisty.

  • Owner: Wittman Will Be Back Next Season

    Randy Wittman will definitely be back as head coach of the Timberwolves next season, according to team owner Glen Taylor.

  • Mike James Unhappy With Demotion

    Mike James chose to sign with Minnesota over Houston and Dallas and isn't happy with his current role.

  • Dolan Tells Knicks Isiah's Job Is Safe

    Knicks' owner Jim Dolan, speaking casually to the team the day before Saturday's loss to the Utah Jazz, told his players that Isiah Thomas didn't have "anything to worry about right now," according to a person in the room at the time.

  • Thorn Says Kidd Staying For Now

    Rod Thorn is listening to all offers, but would have to be blown away to deal Jason Kidd or Vince Carter.

  • Nowitzki Responds To Criticism From Wade

    Dirk Nowitzki had no love for Dwyane Wade on Sunday when he responded for the first time to the NBA Finals MVP's recent comments questioning his leadership.

  • Elbow To Head Leaves Harrington Woozy

    Warriors forward Al Harrington took an elbow to the head Sunday from Atlanta Hawks center Zaza Pachulia, knocking him out of the second quarter altogether and leaving him loopy for the rest of the night.

  • Montgomery Might Resurface With Santa Clara?

    Rumors coming out of the Bay Area suggest Mike Montgomery could resurface as the head coach of Santa Clara.

  • Diaw Doubtful Against Bulls

    The Suns are probably going to be without their top two playmakers for tonight's home game against Chicago.

  • Clippers Sign Christie To 2nd 10-Day Contract

    The Los Angeles Clippers signed guard Doug Christie to a second 10-day contract Sunday.

  • Blazers Contain Arenas In Easy Win

    Gilbert Arenas vowed to score 50 points against Portland.

  • O'Neal Sets Pacers Rejections Record In Win

    Jermaine O'Neal had four blocked shots against the Clippers on Sunday, giving him 1,113 for his career with the Pacers and breaking the franchise record of 1,111 by former Pacers center Rik Smits.

  • Granger Taken To Hospital Following Fall

    Pacers forward Danny Granger was taken to a local hospital for examination following a fall with 4:38 to play in the third quarter of Sunday’s game with the Los Angeles Clippers

  • Bucks Reassign Markota To D-League

    Milwaukee Bucks General Manager Larry Harris announced today that the team has reassigned rookie forward Damir Markota to the Tulsa 66ers of the NBA Development League.

  • Stern Says NBA In Vegas Is Up To Owners

    David Stern has lightened his stance on having an NBA team in Las Vegas and if the All-Star game goes off without a hitch, they might move even closer.

  • Houston's $4.2 Million Trade Exception Expires Tuesday

    Houston's $4.

  • Lakers And Cavaliers Interested In Kidd?

    The Nets are reportedly considering taking the Lakers' offer for Jason Kidd.

  • Armstrong Suspended One Game For Criticizing Officials

    Darrell Armstrong of the Indiana Pacers has been suspended one game without pay for inappropriate actions following his ejection and for public criticism of officiating, it was announced today by Stu Jackson, NBA Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations.

  • Lakers' Walton Likely Sidelined Till After All-Star Break

    Luke Walton will be sidelined longer than expected.

  • Palace Brawl Chair-Tosser Jailed For 6 Months

    The only person charged with a felony in the November 2004 brawl during a Pacers-Pistons game at The Palace of Auburn Hills will spend the next six months in jail after a judge determined he violated his probation.

  • Knicks' Curry Gets Tattoo About All-Star Snub

    Knicks' center Eddy Curry is covered with tattoos, and the latest piece of artwork is in response to being omitted from the All-Star team: "Bruised Never Broken" is written across his chest.

  • Lakers Likely To Stand Pat As Trade Deadline Nears

    Look for the Lakers to stand pat as the NBA trade deadline looms, Mike Bresnahan of the L.

  • Nash Likely To Miss Sunday's Game With Bulls

    Steve Nash's right shoulder is still sore and the two-time MVP is all-but assured to sit out his third straight game Sunday when the Suns host the Chicago Bulls.

  • Francis Rejoins Knicks After Missing More Than A Month

    Steve Francis returned for the New York Knicks on Saturday night at Utah after missing more than a month because of tendinitis in his right knee.

  • Wizards' Thomas, Haywood Fight Again

    The running feud between Etan Thomas and Brendan Haywood escalated with another exchange of blows, leading to a two-game suspension for Thomas and leaving the Washington Wizards thin along the frontcourt.

  • Bulls' Recent Struggles Improve Chances At Gasol Deal?

    Paxson's concerns about the Bulls' ability to contend in the Eastern Conference appear to be growing, and may lead to Pau Gasol landing in the Windy City

  • Lewis Returns, But Sonics Still Struggle

    In Rashard Lewis' return after missing 22 games, the normally flashy scorer was limited to 2-of-11 shooting and 14 points.

  • Rockets Will Be Popular In Trade Talk

    The Rockets' trade exception, worth as much as $4.

  • Unranked West Virginia Beats No. 2 UCLA

    The new guys at West Virginia can now brag about doing the same thing last year's NCAA tournament team did -- beating UCLA.

  • B. Miller Out Until After All-Star Break

    Brad Miller will be out of action until after the All-Star break.

  • Jordan Part Of Tar Heels Big Day

    North Carolina celebrated two of its national championship teams on Saturday.

  • Cavaliers Talk Bibby Trade With Kings

    Mike Bibby is unlikely to opt out of his deal at the end of the season, but his days in Sacramento could still be numbered.

  • Marbury: Isiah Decision Will Be Dolan's

    Stephon Marbury wants Isiah Thomas to return next season, but he is a bit more realistic about who is making the decisions for the club than some of his teammates.

  • No Interest In Grant Hill's Expiring Deal?

    A team looking to rebuild and dump some salary could find a match with the Orlando Magic.

  • Two Gonzaga Players Suspended Indefinitely Following Drug Arrest

    Josh Heytvelt and Theo Davis of Gonzaga have been indefinitely suspended from the team after their arrest Friday night for investigation of drug possession, ESPN.

  • Christie's 10-Day Deal Expires, Expected To Get New One Before Sunday

    Doug Christie’s 10-day contract expired after Friday night’s game, but the Clippers are expected to sign him to a second 10-day contract before Sunday’s game at Indiana.

  • $100,000 Worth Of Jewelry Stolen From Joe Smith's Hotel Room

    More than $100,000 worth of jewelry belonging to newly acquired Sixers basketball player Joe Smith has been reported stolen.

  • Etan Thomas Suspended For Two Games

    The Washington Wizards suspended center Etan Thomas for two games Friday because of conduct detrimental to the team.

  • Arenas Aims For 50-Point Game Against Portland

    Two days before what Gilbert Arenas has proclaimed will be his next 50-point game, no one wanted to say much about it.

  • Francis On Verge Of Return

    Knick guard Steve Francis may play tonight against Utah, according to coach Isiah Thomas.

  • Spurs Amazed By Howard's First Game-Winning Basket

    Dwight Howard leaped high over Tim Duncan to grab a long inbounds pass from Hedo Turkoglu with one hand and dunk it with 0.

  • Kobe Thinks Bosh Is An MVP Candidate

    The Toronto fans aren't the only ones who believe Chris Bosh deserve MVP consideration.

  • Pierce Back, But Celtics Losing Streak Reaches 17

    It was too much to expect that having Paul Pierce back on the floor would get the Celtics back on track.

  • Sonics To Retire Spencer Haywood's No. 24 Jersey

    The Seattle SuperSonics announced today that Spencer Haywood, Seattle’s first pro sports superstar who averaged 24.

  • Cuban Defends Dirk, Fires Back At Wade

    After Dwyane Wade took a pot shot at Dirk Nowitzki, Mavs owner Mark Cuban fired back.

  • Wade Takes A Jab At Nowitzki

    Dwyane Wade took a shot at Maverick star forward Dirk Nowitzki, saying that he wasn't the leader he was supposed to be in the NBA Finals last year

  • Mayo Suspended Three Games

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  • Grizzlies Sign Harrington To 10-Day Deal

    Memphis Grizzlies President of Basketball Operations Jerry West announced today the team has signed guard Lorinza ‘Junior’ Harrington to a 10-day contract, replacing the roster spot left void when Will Conroy’s 10-day contract expired yesterday.

  • Carmelo And Howard Added To All-Star Team

    David Stern named Carmelo Anthony and Josh Howard as replacements to the All-Star team.

  • Nellie Gives Jackson A Playful Jab While Police Board Team Bus

    The Golden State team bus was involved in a fender bender earlier in the week and when police boarded, Don Nelson said he told Stephen Jackson he better "get down and keep quiet.

  • Bulls Bored With Gasol Trade Talk?

    Pau Gasol continues to be on the block while he plays his best ball since returning from injury.

  • Sonics: Allen Not Available

    Sonics' GM Rick Sund calls Ray Allen trade rumors 'laughable.'

  • Maggette Sick, Not Being Punished, Clippers Say

    Although the Clippers seem to have many problems that might derail their season, Corey Maggette's situation hasn't been a distraction for the team, Clippers sources said Thursday.

  • Jazz To Retire Dantley's Number

    The Utah Jazz announced Dantley's No.

  • $125,000 Claim Sought In Eddie Sutton Case

    A woman injured last year in a drunken-driving accident involving former Oklahoma State coach Eddie Sutton seeks more than $125,000 in a legal claim filed with the state.

  • Nash May Sit Out Against Atlanta

    Steve Nash might sit out Friday's game against Atlanta because of a sore right shoulder, although he and Suns coach Mike D'Antoni believe the injury poses no long-term problems.

  • Junior Harrington In, Will Conroy Out In Memphis

    Following an NBA callup and lone 10-day contract from the Memphis Grizzlies, Will Conroy will not continue with the team and is expected to return to the D-League.

  • Artest Pays Fines To Recover Dogs

    Dogs owned by Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest have spent a total of 77 nights at the pound since July because of poor care by their owner, costing the NBA star $1,942 in boarding and impound fees, county records show.

  • Dirk Defends 3-Point Crown Against Arenas, Kapono And Others

    The Dallas Mavericks’ Dirk Nowitzki will look to defend his title in this year’s Foot Locker Three-Point Shootout which will be held on NBA All-Star Saturday Night presented by EA SPORTS™, Feb.

  • Kwame Will Be Out Another Four To Six Weeks

    Kwame Brown, center for the Lakers, will be sidelined another four to six weeks after seeking a second opinion from a foot doctor Wednesday in Indianapolis.

  • Pierce Released From Hospital

    After a lanced elbow and two days of convalescing at New England Baptist, Paul Pierce has been released from the hospital.

  • Mbenga Out For Season

    DJ Mbenga, center for the Mavericks, is out for the season with a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee.