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Report: Odom Suffers Mild Concussion In Car Accident

Los Angeles Lakers forward Lamar Odom sustained a slight concussion in an automobile accident, team spokesman John Black said Wednesday.

The two-car crash happened Tuesday morning when Odom was driving to the Lakers' morning shootaround before their season-opening game against the Houston Rockets.

Odom, sitting out the first few games of the season while recuperating from shoulder surgery, attended Tuesday night's game, a 95-93 loss to Houston.

The driver of the other car was identified by police only as a 37-year-old woman from nearby Downey.

"At the time of the accident, it appeared the woman sustained very minor injuries," Hawthorne police Lt. Michael Ishii said.

Via Globe And Mail


Cuban: Kobe Not Coming To Dallas

During Wednesday night's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Mavs' owner Mark Cuban said that the team is not pursuing a trade for the Los Angeles Lakers star.

"We haven't talked to them," Cuban told ESPN's Lisa Salters during a sideline interview. "It's not gonna happen. We've got a great squad. We like it."

Cuban was asked if the team has any interest at all in Bryant.

"We're always looking for bargains, but I don't think they're going to give us any bargains," he said.

According to ESPN's Ric Bucher the Lakers are now actively looking to move the nine-time All-Star.

Via ESPN


NBA Suspends Buss For Two Games

Lakers' owner Jerry Buss was not at Tuesday night's season-opener at Staples Center and will not be at Friday's game in Phoenix because of a two-game suspension handed down by NBA Commissioner David Stern for Buss' pleading guilty to misdemeanor drunk driving in September. Buss was also fined $25,000 by the league.

Buss, 74, was arrested during the early hours of May 29 in Carlsbad after police saw him driving his gold Mercedes-Benz on the wrong side of the road. He was sentenced to five years' probation and fined $1,900.

Via L.A. Times


Oct 2007 Archive

  • Injured Knee Sidelines Pacers' O'Neal For Opener

    Pacers' forward Jermaine O'Neal sat out Indiana's regular-season opener against Washington on Wednesday night because of a hyperextended left knee.

  • Cavs' Talks With Varejao Heat Up

    After agreeing to terms with restricted free agent Sasha Pavlovic, the Cavaliers are also believed to have intensified talks with their remaining restricted free agent, Anderson Varejao, the Akron Beacon-Journal is reporting.

  • Cleveland Waives Anthony Tolliver

    The Cleveland Cavaliers have waived forward Anthony Tolliver.

  • Jamison Thinks This Might Be Last Season In Washington

    Antawn Jamison suspects that, barring a deep run in the playoffs, this season will be his last for the Washington Wizards.

  • Kobe Not Rattled By Boos

    When Kobe Bryant was introduced to the Lakers' faithful in the player introductions on opening night Tuesday, the usual cheers were largely drowned out by boos cascading from the seats.

  • Three-Way Kobe Trade Involving Kings Falls Through

    ESPN is reporting that a three-way trade involving the Lakers, Bulls and Kings is now dead, but has been discussed.

  • Magic Sign Nelson To Multi-Year Deal

    The Orlando Magic have signed guard Jameer Nelson to a multi-year contract extension, General Manager Otis Smith announced today.

  • NBA Launches Effort To Rebuild New Orleans

    The NBA announced Wednesday a league-wide season-long effort to help in the on-going rebuilding of New Orleans.

  • Report: Lakers' Odom Suffered Concussion In Crash

    Los Angeles Lakers' forward Lamar Odom suffered a slight concussion in a two-car accident Tuesday.

  • Rockets Pick Up Option For Head

    The Rockets on Wednesday extended guard Luther Head's contract through the 2008-09 season.

  • Artest Trade Rumors Appear Again?

    According to Alan Hahn, the Ron Artest trade rumors have resurfaced now that Mike Bibby is out for a while, and the Sacramento Kings appear to be headed for a major makeover.

  • Magic Johnson: Kobe To Chicago Isn't Going To Happen

    Lakers' vice president Magic Johnson said the deal between Chicago and the Lakers involving Kobe Bryant isn't going to happen.

  • Nuggets, J.R. Smith Still Talking Extension

    J.R. Smith and the Nuggets are discussing an extension, according to Smith's agent.

  • Mourning Says This Is Last Season

    Alonzo Mourning will play his final season opener Thursday when the Heat faces Detroit at American Airlines Arena.

  • Unhappy Stern Chides Knicks As Season Starts

    If the past week has shown the Knicks anything, it is that their humiliating off-season will not soon be forgotten.

  • Bulls' Wallace Leaning Towards Playing

    Ben Wallace didn't practice again Tuesday because of his sprained left ankle, although coach Scott Skiles said Wallace warmed up and athletic trainer Fred Tedeschi "feels like Ben is going to go.

  • Popovich Also Gets A Bump From Duncan's Deal

    Tim Duncan's decision to sign a two-year contract extension that will take him through the 2011-12 season has left Gregg Popovich no choice: his planned retirement will have to wait at least that long.

  • Jazz' Stars Ruin Warriors' Home Opener

    Carlos Boozer and Deron Williams shouldn't expect invitations to Baron Davis' opulent birthday bash or Stephen Jackson's homecoming party.

  • Rockets Edge Lakers In Opener, Kobe Scores 45 Points

    Shane Battier made a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 2.

  • Spurs Get Rings, Take Care Of Oden-Less Blazers

    Tim Duncan had 24 points and 13 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs got their title defense off to a successful start with a 106-97 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday night.

  • Mavs Free Up Room For Howard, Waive Mbenga

    To make room for Juwan Howard, the Mavericks waived center DJ Mbenga.

  • Magic, Nelson Reach Agreement On Extension

    Jameer Nelson and the Orlando Magic reached an agreement Tuesday night on a contract extension that will keep the point guard with the team for at least five more seasons, according to a source familiar with the negotiations.

  • Lakers And Pacers Talking About Jermaine Trade Again?

    According to reports the Pacers continue to be interested in Lamar Odom and Andrew Bynum.

  • Sixers' Hill Undergoes Surgery

    Philadelphia 76ers' President Billy King announced Tuesday that rookie forward Herbert Hill has undergone successful surgery on a torn meniscus in his left knee.

  • Mavs Exercise Option On Ager

    The Mavericks also exercised a third year contract option on guard Maurice Ager.

  • Pavlovic, Cavs Agree To Three-Year Deal

    The Cleveland Cavaliers and restricted free agent Sasha Pavlovic have agreed to a three-year deal, Pavlovic's agent Marc Cornstein told ESPN.

  • Celtics Pick Up Option On Rondo

    The Boston Celtics announced Tuesday that the team has picked up the contract option on guard Rajon Rondo for the 2008-09 season.

  • Pelinka The Middle Man In Kobe To Chicago Talks?

    Kobe Bryant's agent Rob Pelinka reportedly was so involved as a middle man between the Lakers and Bulls that without him there might not have been any trade talks.

  • Portland Exercises Options On Six Players

    The Portland Trail Blazers have exercised third-year options on the contracts of LaMarcus Aldridge, Brandon Roy and Sergio Rodriguez.

  • Mavs Will Sign Juwan Howard

    The Mavericks have waived DJ Mbenga to clear room for Juwan Howard.

  • Foye Out Several Weeks

    The Minnesota Timberwolves received bad news on Tuesday with their regular-season opener fast approaching: guard Randy Foye's lingering left knee injury will sideline him for several weeks.

  • Cleveland Trying To Sign Howard

    Forward Juwan Howard, whose contract was bought out Monday by the Timberwolves, might wind up with the Cavaliers.

  • Sixers Pick Up Option On Carney

    Philadelphia 76ers' President Billy King announced Tuesday that the team has exercised the third-year option on the contract of forward Rodney Carney.

  • Raptors' Fan Sues For Front-Row Seats

    A disgruntled Toronto Raptors' fan who last year paid $120,000 for front-row seats "right next to the coach" has filed a million-dollar lawsuit against the basketball team's parent company after it said it would add a new row of courtside seats in front of his.

  • J.O. And Murphy Doubtful For Pacers' Opener

    The Indiana Pacers could be without two starters when they open the season Wednesday against the Washington Wizards.

  • Crawford Shoots Down Offensive Worries

    Jamal Crawford has been around long enough that it takes a lot worse than shooting a dreadful 28 percent in the preseason to concern the eighth-year guard or the Knicks.

  • Jackson Confirms Kobe To Bulls Discussions

    Lakers coach Phil Jackson, ever the sly individualist, went against the grain again Monday by publicly confirming to reporters in Los Angeles that his team was having trade talks with the Bulls surrounding Kobe Bryant.

  • Grunfeld Dismisses Big Trade Rumors

    Rumors that the Washington Wizards were interested in trading Gilbert Arenas for disgruntled Los Angeles Lakers' star Kobe Bryant made the rounds on the Internet, radio and television yesterday, but team president Ernie Grunfeld shot down the possible deal.

  • Bulls' Gordon To Try To Become An Unrestricted Free Agent?

    Ben Gordon's camp had discussed signing the Bulls' one-year tender offer next summer and then playing out the 2008-09 season to become an unrestricted free agent if no extension is reached by Oct. 31, according to the Chicago Tribune.

  • Rockets Cut Down To 15; Reed, Butler Gone

    The Rockets got down to the 15 player roster limit on Monday by waiving forward Justin Reed in addition to the previously determined release of John Lucas III, Jackie Butler and Bob Sura.

  • Judge: Arbitration Not Option For Sonics On Lease

    The Seattle SuperSonics may not try to escape their lease at KeyArena through arbitration, a federal judge said Monday.

  • Mavs' Howard Cleared To Practice After Wrist Injury

    Dallas Mavericks' forward Josh Howard was cleared to practice Monday, six days after he sprained his left wrist in a preseason game against the Chicago Bulls.

  • Durant Tests Ankle, May Play In Sonics' Opener

    Kevin Durant, Seattle's second overall choice, moved fluidly while completing practice Monday, two days before the season opener at Denver.

  • Could Juwan Howard End Up In Cleveland?

    Dejected over not getting to play in Minnesota with Kevin Garnett, Juwan Howard could end up a teammate of another superstar: LeBron James.

  • Yi To Start In Bucks' Opener

    Yi Jianlian will be in Milwaukee's starting lineup when the Bucks open the season in Orlando on Wednesday night.

  • Duncan Reaches Agreement On Two-Year, $40 Million Extension

    Tim Duncan has reached agreement with the Spurs on a two-year, $40 million extension, which is expected to be finalized within the next few days.

  • Lakers Exercise Options On Bynum, Farmar

    The Lakers have exercised a fourth-year contract option on Andrew Bynum and picked up the third-year contract option on Jordan Farmar.

  • Grunfield Dismisses Big Trade Rumors

    Rumors that the Washington Wizards were interested in trading Gilbert Arenas for disgruntled Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant made the rounds on the Internet, radio and television on Monday, but team president Ernie Grunfeld shot down the possible deal.

  • Raptors Waive Luke Jackson

    The Raptors waived swingman Luke Jackson from their preseason roster to get down to a league-mandated 15-man limit for the regular season that begins Tuesday.

  • Simien Released By Minnesota

    The Timberwolves released forward Wayne Simien on Monday in order to get under the 15-man roster limit.

  • Barkley Criticizes Kobe

    When Charles Barkley goes on the air Tuesday night for TNT's season-opening broadcast, he will probably have some more strong words about Kobe Bryant.

  • Detroit Waives Sammy Mejia

    The Pistons got down to the 15-man roster limit at Monday’s deadline by waiving rookie Sammy Mejia, something of a surprise since they signed him to a partially guaranteed contract after his performance in the Las Vegas Summer League.

  • Wolves Reach Buyout With Howard

    The Minnesota Timberwolves reached a buyout with veteran Juwan Howard on Monday.

  • Spurs Trade Udrih To Wolves For 2nd Round 2008 Pick

    The San Antonio Spurs said Monday that they have traded guard Beno Udrih to the Minnesota Timberwolves for a protected second-round draft pick in 2008.

  • Utah Waives Kevin Lyde

    Utah Jazz General Manager Kevin O’Connor announced today that the team has requested waivers on forward Kevin Lyde.

  • Cleveland Signs Nichols

    The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed guard/forward Demetris Nichols to a contract, Cavaliers General Manager Danny Ferry announced today.

  • Cleveland Signs Demetris Nichols

    The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed guard/forward Demetris Nichols to a contract, Cavaliers' General Manager Danny Ferry announced Monday.

  • Kleiza's Option Gets Picked Up By Denver

    The Denver Nuggets have picked up the fourth-year option on the contract of forward Linas Kleiza, the team announced on Monday.

  • Phoenix May Host 2009 All-Star Game

    Phoenix may host another NBA All-Star Game, as early as 2009, owner Robert Sarver said on Monday.

  • Detroit Expected To Waive Dupree

    Unless the Pistons can pull off a trade involving Ronald Dupree by Monday night - which at this point, seems unlikely - Detroit will waive the 6-foot-7 forward in order to get their roster down to the NBA-maximum of 15 players.

  • Hornets Pick Up Option On Paul's Deal

    The Hornets extended a fourth-year option on Chris Paul's current three-year contract Sunday that keeps him from becoming a free agent.

  • Raptors Pick Up Option On Joey Graham

    Toronto forward Joey Graham will stay through the 2008-09 season after the Raptors exercised their fourth-year option Monday.

  • Rockets Cut Sura And Lucas

    Guards Bob Sura and John Lucas III were among four players cut by the Houston Rockets on Monday, the eve of their season opener.

  • Pacers Sign Courtney Sims To Contract

    The Indiana Pacers announced Monday they have signed forward Courtney Sims to a contract.

  • Agent: No Extension For Biedrins

    Bill Duffy, the agent for center Andris Biedrins, said Sunday there will be no contract extension for his client after negotiations with the Warriors on a long-term deal ended with "significant" differences on Biedrins' current value.

  • Francis Out Of Rotation Due To Being Out-Of-Shape

    After not playing much last year with the Knicks (44 games), and knowing the Rockets were overstocked at point guard, Steve Francis should have come to camp prepared to compete for playing time.

  • Miami Releases Four Players

    The Miami Heat trimmed its roster to the regular-season limit by releasing four players Monday.

  • Cavs Finally Paying LeBron More Than Nike

    According to a study done by Forbes, LeBron James was the 15th highest-earning athlete in the world last year at $27.

  • Nets Acquire Wesley For Robinson, Ilic And Cash

    The New Jersey Nets have acquired guard David Wesley from New Orleans in exchange for guard/forward Bernard Robinson, center Mile Ilic and cash considerations, Nets' President Rod Thorn announced Monday.

  • Pistons Not Interested In Howard

    With Juwan Howard bought out and a free agent, the Pistons are a team that would possibly be a landing spot for the veteran forward.

  • Nets Exercise Third-Year Options On Boone And Williams

    The New Jersey Nets have exercised the third-year options on the contracts of guard Marcus Williams and forward Josh Boone, Nets' President Rod Thorn announced Monday.

  • Brand And Maggette Can Opt Out After Season

    This is the fifth year of six-year contracts for Elton Brand and Corey Maggette.

  • Rival GM: Wizards Could Be 'Dark Horse' For Kobe

    Could Gilbert Arenas become a Laker in a scenario involving Kobe Bryant? One GM says to keep an eye on the Wizards.

  • Payton And Boykins Too Rich For Sacramento's Blood?

    It appears unlikely either Gary Payton or Earl Boykins is headed Sacramento's way.

  • Howard Considering Cleveland, Dallas And Boston

    Juwan Howard accepted a buyout from the Minnesota Timberwolves last weekend, which could lead to Howard joining the Cavaliers prior to Wednesday's season opener against the Dallas Mavericks.

  • Extension Not Likely For Pacers' Harrison

    With the Oct. 31 deadline just two days away, all indications point to Pacers center David Harrison not getting a contract extension.

  • Dalembert Ready To Return To Lineup

    Samuel Dalembert, coming back from a stress fracture in his left foot, made it through two weekend practices, seemingly significantly increasing the chances of him being available for Wednesday's season opener in Toronto.

  • Iguodala Talks Take On Urgency

    With a deadline of 11:59 P.

  • Bulls Trying To Seal Deals

    There's hope that an extension can be reached with Bulls forward Luol Deng, but the Chicago Tribune writes that no such optimism exists with guard Ben Gordon.

  • Magic's Bogans Captures Starting Spot Over Redick

    The mistakes have been few for Orlando's Keith Bogans since a dubious start to the preseason.

  • Nets Waive Robert Hite

    The New Jersey Nets have requested waivers on guard Robert Hite, Nets' President Rod Thorn announced Sunday.

  • Pacers' Tinsley: It's On Me Now

    Jamaal Tinsley has been in Indianapolis for seven years, and sometimes it's as if he's a complete stranger, freshly arrived in this city.

  • Stringer Apologizes To Isiah For Critical Comments

    C.

  • Francis: New Role 'Going To Be Tough'

    Steve Francis did not expect much, but sounded shocked that he might begin the season receiving little or no playing time.

  • Jackson Worried About Bryant's Commitment

    While Phil Jackson says Kobe Bryant has not thrown his heart and soul into performing on the floor, Kobe says the Lakers have nothing to worry about.

  • Francis Out Of The Rotation In Houston?

    Steve Francis sounded shocked that he might begin the season receiving little or no playing time.

  • Kobe Misses Practice, Probable For Opener

    Kobe Bryant didn't practice with the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday because of the sprained right wrist that kept him out of Friday night's final exhibition game against the Sacramento Kings in Las Vegas.

  • Nuggets Re-Sign Mike Wilks

    With Chucky Atkins now out for the next 6-8 weeks with a strained groin, the Denver Nuggets said Saturday they have re-signed guard Mike Wilks, whom they waived on Tuesday.

  • Nuggets' Atkins Out 6-8 Weeks With Strained Groin

    Denver Nuggets' guard Chucky Atkins is expected to miss six to eight weeks after an MRI on Saturday revealed a severe right groin strain.

  • Sixers' Rookie Hill To Have Knee Surgery

    Philadelphia 76ers' rookie forward Herbert Hill has suffered a torn meniscus in his left knee and will require surgery, the club announced Saturday.

  • Rockets Expected To Release Lucas, Butler Monday

    With their preseason schedule complete, the Rockets returned to practice on Saturday without center Jackie Butler and guard John Lucas III who are expected to be placed on waivers on Monday.

  • LeBron: Celtics Look 'Pretty Good'

    The Celtics and Cavaliers decided to let things hang out in their last preseason game Friday night, and after a 114-89 victory, the C’s appear ready to hang with the best in the Eastern Conference.

  • Bibby Has Surgery On Thumb, Could Miss 10-12 Weeks

    The Kings announced Saturday that point guard Mike Bibby underwent successful surgery to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb.

  • Former Governor To Help Negotiate Deal For New Kings' Arena

    The California State Fair is bringing in former Governor Pete Wilson to help negotiate a deal for a new arena for the Sacramento Kings at the Cal Expo fairgrounds.

  • Spurs Waive Marcus E. Williams

    The San Antonio Spurs announced Saturday they have waived forward Marcus E.

  • Lakers And Bulls Talking Kobe Trade On Daily Basis

    The Lakers are asking the Bulls for a package built around Luol Deng, Ben Gordon, Tyrus Thomas and Joakim Noah, which is more than Chicago is willing to surrender for Kobe Bryant.

  • Cleveland Waives Adams And Rice

    The Cleveland Cavaliers waived guard Hassan Adams and forward Darius Rice, General Manager Danny Ferry announced today.

  • Trading Tough For Raptors' GM

    Needing to pare his roster by one before 6 P.

  • Knicks Exercise Options On Balkman, Collins, Lee & Robinson

    Knicks President of Basketball Operations and Head Coach Isiah Thomas announced today that the team has exercised the fourth-year options on the contracts for forward David Lee, guard Nate Robinson and the third-year options on the contracts for forward Renaldo Balkman and guard Mardy Collins.

  • Durant Questionable For Season Opener

    Kevin Durant missed his second consecutive preseason game for the SuperSonics Friday night.

  • Extension Unlikely For Boston's Tony Allen

    Celtics' guard Tony Allen is not expected to get a contract extension before the Oct.

  • Wade Happy To Have Davis In Miami

    Finally, Dwyane Wade has a healthy, athletic and versatile swingman as a running partner.

  • Spurs' Elson Frustrated, Plans To Play Without Face Mask

    Frustrated with a protective face mask that impairs his vision slightly, Spurs' center Francisco Elson discarded it for a brief stretch at the start of the fourth quarter of the team's preseason game against the Houston Rockets.

  • Rookie Green Hurt In Sonics Win Vs. Suns

    Chris Wilcox scored 27 points but fifth draft pick Jeff Green sprained his ankle in the Seattle SuperSonics' 121-108 win over the Phoenix Suns in the exhibition finale for both teams Friday night.

  • Garnett Gets Triple-Double In Celtics' Rout Of Cavs

    Kevin Garnett made a statement against LeBron James and the defending Eastern Conference champions.

  • Walker Relieved To Join Timberwolves

    Forward Antoine Walker is relieved to be out of Miami

  • Knicks' Jeffries Injured

    New York Knicks' forward Jared Jeffries left Friday's preseason finale against the New Jersey Nets with a sprained right knee.

  • Isiah Urges Rutgers' Stringer To 'Get The Facts'

    Isiah Thomas urged C.

  • Rutgers' Coach Says Thomas' Comments In Deposition 'Disgusting'

    Rutgers women's basketball coach C.

  • Kings' Bibby Out 6-8 Weeks With Injured Thumb

    Sacramento Kings guard Mike Bibby will miss at least the first six weeks of the season after tearing a ligament in his left thumb during practice.

  • With No New Arena, Vegas' Future In NBA On Hold

    The future of a professional basketball franchise in southern Nevada remained on hold after the NBA Board of Governors decided to continue monitoring developments on a new arena.

  • X-Rays On Noah, Wallace Come Back Negative

    Bulls' center Ben Wallace (left ankle sprain) and forward Joakim Noah (right ankle sprain), both injured in last night's preseason win over Milwaukee, had X-rays taken last evening, with both coming back negative.

  • Sonics Exercise Options On Petro And Sene

    The Seattle SuperSonics announced on Friday that they have exercised the fourth-year team option on center Johan Petro and the third-year team option on center Mouhamed Sene for the 2008-09 season.

  • Izzo's MSU Team Sure To Have Challenging Practice Sessions

    Practice sessions likely will be more challenging than some games when Michigan State's season starts in a few weeks.

  • Jazz Pick Up Brewer's Option For 2008-2009 Season

    The Utah Jazz have picked up their option on Ronnie Brewer's contract for the 2008-09 season, according to Vice President of Basketball Operations Kevin O'Connor.

  • Hornets Waive Trey Johnson

    Trey Johnson arrived two weeks before training camp and spent time learning the playbook from star point guard Chris Paul.

  • Kobe Will Sit Out Preseason Finale

    The Lakers aren't going to gamble in Las Vegas with Kobe Bryant.

  • Dixon, Jackson or Moon Could Get Cut

    In Toronto, it appears to be a three-horse field in terms of what players may be cut: Luke Jackson, Jamario Moon or Juan Dixon.

  • Nets Decline Fourth Year Option On Antoine Wright

    The New Jersey Nets have declined to exercise the fourth-year option on the contract of guard/forward Antoine Wright, Nets President Rod Thorn announced today.

  • Nets Decline 4th-Year Option On Antoine Wright

    The New Jersey Nets have declined to exercise the fourth-year option on the contract of guard/forward Antoine Wright, Nets' President Rod Thorn announced today.

  • Cuban: No Kobe Talk In New York

    Mavs' owner Mark Cuban was in New York on Thursday for the NBA's owners meetings, where Kobe Bryant trade talk figured to be the talk of the town.

  • UNC Atop First Coaches' Poll, Trailed By UCLA And Memphis

    North Carolina leads four teams from the 2007 Elite Eight in the preseason ESPN/USA Today coaches' poll, released Friday morning.

  • Knicks' Curry: We're A Playoff Team

    Eddy Curry, who has yet to play in a playoff game in his career, was asked about the Knicks' timeframe for making the playoffs on Thursday, rather than merely hoping and planning for it.

  • Gordon And Deng Receive Offers From Bulls

    A source familiar with Luol Deng's negotiations indicated John Paxson offered Deng a five-year, $50 million deal.

  • Starbucks Ends Sonics' Sponsorship

    Starbucks Corp.

  • T-Wolves Waive John Edwards

    The Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday waived center John Edwards from their preseason roster.

  • Bulls' Wallace, Thomas, Noah Leave Game With Injuries

    Kirk Hinrich scored 20 points, and Ben Wallace scored eight points before leaving late in the second quarter with a sprained left ankle as the Bulls defeated the Bucks 97-81 on Thursday night.

  • Bosh's Knee Feels 'Good' In Raptors' Victory

    Chris Bosh's return was more important than helping the Toronto Raptors to a preseason victory.

  • Orlando Waives Kevin Kruger

    The Orlando Magic have waived guard Kevin Kruger, General Manager Otis Smith announced tonight following the Magic’s preseason game vs.

  • Ilgauskas Staying In Touch With Cavaliers’ Holdout Varejao

    According to The Chronicle-Telegram, Zydrunas Ilgauskas has been calling or sending text messages to free agent holdout Anderson Varejao at least every other day.

  • McHale Not Done Dealing?

    After shipping out Ricky Davis and acquiring Antoine Walker, Kevin McHale said he might not be done making moves for the Timberwolves.

  • Stern: Seattle Showed 'No Heart' In Sonics' Solutions

    Those expecting NBA Commissioner David Stern to ride to the rescue and save Sonics' basketball in Seattle might want to think again.

  • Davis An Instant Starter For Heat

    After watching the Miami Heat sputter offensively in the preseason, Pat Riley realized his team was in desperate need of perimeter help.

  • Stern To Allow Some Forms Of Gambling By Refs

    Along with a reduction in duties for league executives Stu Jackson and Ronnie Nunn, referees now have looser rules in regards to gambling.

  • Pistons' Stuckey Has Surgery, Out Six Weeks

    Detroit Pistons rookie guard Rodney Stuckey had surgery on his left hand Thursday and will be sidelined six weeks.

  • USA Basketball Might Move HQ After Olympics

    USA Basketball says it will consider moving its headquarters and training center out of Colorado Springs next year.

  • Bogut Has Sprained Wrist, MRI Reveals No Damage

    Andrew Bogut has a sprained left wrist, the Milwaukee Bucks said Thursday after the 7-foot center had more tests to determine the severity of the injury.

  • Kobe's Wrist Injury Adds To Lakers' Woes

    The difficulties Kobe Bryant has had prior to the upcoming NBA season have been mostly limited to the issues surrounding trade talk swirling around the Lakers' star.

  • Grizzlies Pick Up Options On Gay, Lowry And Warrick

    The Memphis Grizzlies Thursday announced that they have picked up the team options for the 2008-09 season for forward Rudy Gay, guard Kyle Lowry and forward Hakim Warrick.

  • Clippers Waive Korolev, Diaz And Ffriend

    The Los Angeles Clippers today waived forwards Kimani Ffriend, Yaroslav Korolev and guard Guillermo Diaz.

  • Celtics Waive Jones, Manuel

    The Boston Celtics announced today that the team has requested waivers on guards Dahntay Jones and Jackie Manuel.

  • Boston Waives Jones And Manuel

    The Boston Celtics announced Thursday that the team has requested waivers on guards Dahntay Jones and Jackie Manuel.

  • Eva Longoria Now A Parker

    'Desperate Housewives' star Eva Longoria is taking her husband Tony Parker's surname and wants to be called now Eva Longoria Parker.

  • Pacers Waive Obrzut And Sims

    The Indiana Pacers announced Thursday they have waived Lukasz Obrzut and Courtney Sims.

  • Hawks Release Three Players

    The Atlanta Hawks waived three players following their final preseason contest in New Orleans, releasing forwards Antywane Robinson, Steven Smith and guard Jamaal Tatum.

  • Wright Now Has Nellie's Attention

    In fewer than 14 minutes of Tuesday's 126-122 exhibition victory against Seattle, Warriors' rookie Brandan Wright showed what all the fuss was about when Golden State acquired him in exchange for Jason Richardson: seven points (3-for-4 floor), six rebounds and a steal.

  • Carmelo Thinner From Last Season

    Physically, Nuggets' forward Carmelo Anthony appears to be great shape.

  • Biedrins Extension To Go Down To The Wire

    There is little being officially revealed by either side in the talks regarding an extension for Andris Biedrins, Warriors' 21-year-old center, who is coming off a breakout third season in the NBA.

  • Miami Could Have $21 Million In Expiring Contracts Next Summer

    The Heat, in excess of the league's $67.

  • Knicks Waive Nichols And Jordan

    New York Knickerbockers President of Basketball Operations and Head Coach Isiah Thomas announced today that guards Jared Jordan, Demetris Nichols and Walker Russell, Jr. have been waived.

  • Nets Waive Eddie Gill

    The New Jersey Nets have requested waivers on guard Eddie Gill, Nets' President Rod Thorn announced today.

  • Kidd, Krstic Expected To Be Ready For Opener

    If two of the biggest keys to the Nets' season are the health of Jason Kidd and Nenad Krstic, then Wednesday was a good day in New Jersey.

  • Durant's Tests Reveal Good News For Sonics

    If all goes well, Seattle SuperSonics' rookie Kevin Durant should recover from a sprained left ankle in time to play in the team’s regular-season opener on Halloween in Denver against the Nuggets.

  • Iverson New Addition To Nuggets' Injury List

    Guard Allen Iverson was injured in practice Wednesday at the Pepsi Center, suffering a left quadriceps contusion when he collided with center Steven Hunter.

  • Gibson Out For Remainder Of Preseason

    Daniel Gibson, who is nursing a right hamstring strain, will not play during Cavaliers' final two preseason games in Toronto and Boston and did not travel with team so to continue treatment in Cleveland, the team has announced.

  • Spurs Waive Langford And Lang

    The San Antonio Spurs announced today that they have waived guard Keith Langford and forward/center Kris Lang.

  • Mavericks Waive Ham, Newson

    The Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday waived forward Darvin Ham and guard Jared Newson from their preseason roster.

  • Bobcats Waive Watkins, Watson

    The Bobcats waived center Jameel Watkins and guard C.

  • Pistons' Stuckey Breaks Left Hand

    Pistons rookie guard Rodney Stuckey broke his left hand in a 104-85 victory over the Wizards on Wednesday.

  • Celtics Awaiting Word From League On Altercations

    According to an NBA official, the league didn't announce any review yesterday of the film of the Celtics-Knicks game Monday night, which included physical incidents involving most notably Paul Pierce, as well as Tony Allen.

  • Wizards Waive Mike Hall

    Washington Wizards' President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has waived forward Mike Hall.

  • Report: Smith Pushed Woman, Tore Her Dress

    Denver Nuggets' guard J.

  • Suns Waive Richie Frahm

    The Phoenix Suns waived guard Richie Frahm, the team announced on Wednesday.

  • Dolan Loses Bid To Privatize Cablevision

    Shareholders of Cablevision Systems Corp.

  • Walker Heads To Minnesota For Davis, Blount

    The Heat announced Wednesday that they have acquired guard Ricky Davis and center Mark Blount in a five-player trade with Minnesota in which they sent forwards Antoine Walker and Wayne Simien, center Michael Doleac and a conditional first-round pick to the Timberwolves.

  • Nets Waive Mateen Cleaves

    The New Jersey Nets have requested waivers on guard Mateen Cleaves, Nets' President Rod Thorn announced today.

  • Howard MRI Reveals Moderate Sprain

    Forward Josh Howard had an MRI performed on his left wrist this morning.

  • Davis And Blount Heading To Miami

    Minnesota is receiving Antoine Walker, Wayne Simeon, Michael Doleac and a conditional first round pick for Ricky Davis and Mark Blount.

  • LeBron Expecting Kobe To Be In The East

    LeBron James was asked after practice Tuesday about the possibility of Kobe Bryant being traded.

  • Nichols Wants To Be Cut If Knicks Don't Expect Him To Make Roster

    According to a person with knowledge of the situation, Demetris Nichols has asked that he be cut if he doesn't have a fair shot at a roster spot.

  • Sources: Davis And Blount On Their Way To Miami

    Miami could be sending Antoine Walker, Michael Doleac and Wayne Simien to the Wolves for Ricky Davis and Mark Blount.

  • Miles Present At Bar Fight In Portland

    Portland police detectives are investigating a report of a fight over the weekend at a bar where Trail Blazer Darius Miles was present.

  • Lakers High On Nocioni

    The Lakers are reportedly interested in Andres Nocioni, a former Argentine star, who averaged 14.1 points and 5.7 rebounds for the Bulls last season.

  • Miami Interested In Ricky Davis

    Pat Riley said he continues exploring upgrading Miami's roster, "But it's not easy.

  • Suns' GM Kerr Among Those To Evacuate Fire Threat

    Phoenix Suns' General Manager Steve Kerr was among the hundreds of thousands forced to evacuate from their homes because of advancing wildfires.

  • Hawks Hold Off Contract Talks With Josh Smith

    Josh Smith will not be signing an extension with the Hawks, according to his agents.

  • Rip Hamilton Says He'll Be Ready For Opener

    Richard Hamilton, the Pistons' leading scorer last season, hasn't practice since suffering an ankle injury on Oct.

  • Vincent Will Start Brezec At Center For Bobcats

    Charlotte Bobcats' coach Sam Vincent is penciling in center Primoz Brezec as a starter.

  • Ron Artest Fights Suspension

    Kings' guard Ron Artest will be in New York on Thursday, Nov.

  • Jason Kidd Takes Floor Before Game, Tests Injured Back

    Jason Kidd made progress in his comeback from an injured back when he worked out on the Meadowlands floor about three hours before the Nets took on the Celtics in a preseason game last night.

  • Nate Looking Great For Knicks

    Basking in his most extended playing time of the preseason and with the Garden crowd buzzing at just about his every move, Knicks' guard Nate Robinson tossed in 20 points, grabbed nine rebounds and handed out four assists in 28 minutes.

  • Stoudemire Returns To Suns After Knee Surgery

    Amare Stoudemire announced his return to the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night with a few thunderous dunks to the delight of several thousand fans at a public scrimmage.

  • Heat Fall To Spurs, Fail To Win A Game In Preseason

    Manu Ginobili scored 22 points on 6-for-7 shooting, and the San Antonio Spurs sealed a dismal exhibition season for the Heat with a 104-87 victory Tuesday night.

  • Suns' Barbosa Injured, Out For The Final Two Preseason Games

    The Suns will be without guard Leandro Barbosa for at least the final two preseason games after the Brazilian guard suffered bruised ribs in Sunday’s preseason win over Charlotte in Los Angeles.

  • Durant Sprains Ankle; Leaves Arena On Crutches

    SuperSonics rookie forward Kevin Durant injured his left ankle in a 126-122 overtime loss to the Warriors on Tuesday.

  • Mark Cuban Becomes Fifth 'Dancing Star' Eliminated

    As usual, Monday's performances were summarized.

  • Denver Waives Five Players Prior To Opener

    The Nuggets on Tuesday waived forward Stacey Augmon, guard Anthony Roberson, forward-center Jelani McCoy, forward-center Brad Stricker and guard Mike Wilks.

  • Jazz-Lakers Game In San Diego Canceled Because Of Fire

    The preseason game between the Lakers and Jazz scheduled for Thursday night at San Diego was canceled because of the devastation caused by wind-whipped fires that forced at least 346,000 homes in San Diego County to be evacuated.

  • NBA GMs Favor Spurs To Win Title, LeBron Likely MVP

    The San Antonio Spurs were picked as the favorites to win another championship in a poll of NBA general managers, who gave Dirk Nowitzki no chance of repeating as league MVP.

  • Nuggets' Camby Out With Back Spasms

    The Nuggets removed center-forward Marcus Camby from the starting lineup with back spasms prior to Tuesday night's preseason contest against the Bucks.

  • Lakers' Odom Could Miss First Two Weeks Of Season

    Lakers forward Lamar Odom could miss the first two weeks of the season.

  • Mavs' Howard Leaves Game With Wrist Injury, Will Have MRI Exam

    Josh Howard scored 19 points before leaving in the third quarter with a wrist injury, and the Mavericks completed their preseason schedule with a 96-88 victory over the Bulls on Tuesday night.

  • Shaq Vows He's Ready To Carry Heat

    Shaquille O'Neal is ready to put the Heat on his back.

  • Brand Out Of Walking Boot

    Los Angeles Clippers' forward Elton Brand had his surgically repaired left Achilles tendon re-examined on Tuesday by Dr.

  • Kupchak Fighting To Keep Kobe In L.A.

    According to Ric Bucher of ESPN, Mitch Kupchak is fighting to slow down the process of trading Kobe Bryant off the Lakers.

  • Sparks Win WNBA Draft Lottery

    The Los Angeles Sparks won the seventh annual WNBA Draft Lottery and earned the top pick in the 2008 WNBA Draft, the League announced today.

  • Lakers Send Brown, Patterson And Turner Home

    The Los Angeles Lakers have requested waivers on Elton Brown, Andre Patterson and Larry Turner, it was announced today.

  • Nets Waive Jumaine Jones

    The New Jersey Nets have requested waivers on forward Jumaine Jones, Nets' President Rod Thorn announced today.

  • Bosh Practices Tuesday, Still Aiming For Return Thursday

    Chris Bosh hasn't played an NBA preseason game since Oct.

  • Allen Still Believes In Oden

    The Blazers' owner was recently asked if he has any regrets about the team's decision to draft Greg Oden instead of Kevin Durant.

  • Opinions Differ On When Kobe Could Be Dealt

    Some well-placed people out in Los Angeles are convinced Kobe Bryant will not be a Laker Oct.

  • Isiah's Recent Behavior Leads Many To Speculate

    Isiah Thomas' recent aberrant behavior has created a mountain of theories.

  • Newell: Bynum Has Shown Most Improvement In Camp History

    Pete Newell says Andrew Bynum has shown the most improvement over a two-summer span than anyone else in his illustrious camp history.

  • Wolves Only Serious With Boston On KG?

    Some media reports have suggested the Wolves received better offers from teams other than the Celtics.

  • Kidd: I'll Be Ready For Opener

    In his first interview in two weeks, Jason Kidd said on Monday his injured back feels great, that he hopes to play in one of the Nets' last two preseason games and he's certain he'll be ready for next Wednesday's season opener.

  • NBA: Report Of Refs In Trouble For Gambling Untrue

    The NBA on Sunday denied a New York Daily News report that the league had disciplined six referees of violating anti-gambling rules for officials.

  • Extension Talks For Iguodala Still Ongoing

    Billy King said that negotiations with agent Rob Pelinka on a contract extension for Andre Iguodala remain ongoing and will continue to the Oct.

  • Dalembert Shelved This Week

    The Sixers' medical staff has again placed Samuel Dalembert's left foot in a protective boot, hoping that immobilizing the foot will aid in the starting center's return from a stress fracture that was diagnosed in August.

  • Arenas Gets One Up On Prankster Rookie Young

    In a recent Gilbert Arenas' blog, the Wizards' All-Star guard wrote that rookie teammate Nick Young and his pal, Dominic McGuire, are practical jokers.

  • Bosh Has Sights Set On Facing Cavaliers

    Chris Bosh did more on the basketball court on Monday than he has in almost three weeks and his return to play seems imminent.

  • Sonics Looking To Collison At Center Spot

    After being beaten at the center position against both the Lakers and the Rockets over the past four days, the Sonics are now looking to use undersized forward Nick Collison at center, the Seattle Post-Intelligencer is reporting.

  • Aaron Gray May Start For Bulls

    Aaron Gray's strong play for the Bulls so far this preseason may see the second round pick in the starting lineup next to Ben Wallace on Tuesday night, the Chicago Tribune is reporting.

  • Karl, Anthony Disappointed With Smith's Latest Misstep

    Nuggets' captain Carmelo Anthony and coach George Karl expressed disappointment Monday as they talked about the team-imposed three-game suspension levied against guard J.

  • Isiah Hears Boos At Madison Square Garden

    Knicks' coach Isiah Thomas received some boos from the home crowd in a chippy game against the Boston Celtics on Monday night.

  • Sonics Waive Jermaine Jackson

    The Seattle SuperSonics today waived guard Jermaine Jackson.

  • Warriors Going Very Small To Open Season

    Don Nelson is apparently set with his starting line-up.

  • J.O. Out For Tuesday's Game Against Minnesota

    Indiana Pacers' forward Jermaine O'Neal will miss Tuesday's preseason game - his third straight - at Minnesota with a swollen left knee.

  • Shaq Makes Preseason Debut In Finale Against San Antonio

    Shaquille O'Neal, who has been out for a week with a bruised left thigh, is expected to play in Tuesday night's 7:30 pre-season finale as the Heat hosts NBA champion San Antonio at American Airlines Arena.

  • Rasheed: We're Still The Team To Beat

    Rasheed Wallace still believes the Pistons are the team to beat.

  • Jazz Release Brown, Harvey

    The Jazz on Monday released free agent forwards Damone Brown and Donnell Harvey, reducing their roster size to the NBA limit of 15.

  • Bulls Waive Barrett, Homan

    The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has waived guard Andre Barrett and forward/center Jared Homan.

  • Rockets Still Trying To Move Lucas III

    With the Rockets needing to cut five by next Monday, injured guard Bob Sura is almost certain to be one of the casualties.

  • Rockets To Waive Ex-Rice Forward Harris

    Battling the Rockets’ roster glut and contract considerations, former Rice forward Mike Harris will be placed on waivers later today, a team official with knowledge of Rockets' decision-making said Monday morning.

  • 76ers Waive Derrick Byars

    Philadelphia 76ers' President Billy King announced today that the team has waived guard/forward Derrick Byars.

  • Warriors Sending Rookies To D-League?

    Don Nelson likes what he has seen from guard Marco Belinelli and big men Brandan Wright, Stephane Lasme and Kosta Perovic, but not all are ready for the NBA.

  • LeBron: Cavs Should Sign Charles Oakley

    LeBron James, showing his first signs of desperation with Sasha Pavlovic and Anderson Varejao holding out, said the Cavs should consider signing Charles Oakley.

  • Kobe Trade Talks To Pick Up Steam At Board Of Governors Meeting?

    Teams, including the Mavericks, that want to inquire about Kobe Bryant's availability and price tag have a perfect opportunity later this week at the NBA's Board of Governors meeting in New York.

  • Chicago Gives Deng A Surprisingly Low Contract Offer

    The Bulls' five-year, $50 million offer didn't impress Luol Deng.

  • Rookie Thornton's 24 Lifts Clippers Past Lakers

    Rookie Al Thornton scored 10 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, and Corey Maggette had 22, leading the Los Angeles Clippers to a 112-96 victory over the Lakers on Sunday night.

  • Late-Season Return Possible For Houston

    After ending his comeback attempt this weekend, Allen Houston told reporters he would not rule out a late-season return to basketball (or even a coaching position), but he emphasized he was letting the future shape itself.

  • Morrison Likely Out For Year With Torn Ligament

    Adam Morrison is likely done for the season after an MRI exam on Sunday revealed a torn ligament in his left knee.

  • Nuggets' Smith Issued Summons For Club Incident

    J.R. Smith, suspended by the team for the first three games of the regular season, was issued a summons on charges including assault after an incident at a night club Oct. 13.

  • J.O. Plans To Play Again This Preseason

    Jermaine O'Neal said he hopes to play Tuesday at Minneapolis.

  • Blazers Tell Frye To Ignore Trade Rumors

    Blazers' general manager Kevin Pritchard sought out forward Channing Frye to address a published rumor about the Blazers trying to trade Frye for Chicago Bulls' forward Tyrus Thomas.

  • Varejao Wants $54M Over Six Years

    Anderson Varejao is looking for $9 million per season for six years, according to the New York Post.

  • Maccabi Signs Center Esteban Batista

    Maccabi Elite Tel Aviv upgraded the talent and depth of its frontline with the signing of center Esteban Batista for two seasons, the club announced Sunday.

  • Warriors Waive Brown, Burke

    The Golden State Warriors have waived guard Tierre Brown and forward Pat Burke, Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations' Chris Mullin announced today.

  • Wizards Waive Taylor And Massenburg

    Washington Wizards' President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has waived guard Donell Taylor and center Tony Massenburg.

  • Luke Jackson On Raptors' Bubble

    Luke Jackson better show up in a big way in the final two preseason games, or he'll be shown the door.

  • NBA Punishes 6 Refs For Breaking Rules

    In the biggest fallout from the Tim Donaghy betting scandal to date, six NBA refs have been disciplined by the league for breaking its strict anti-gambling rules.

  • Nets Rule Out Giving Allan Houston A Shot

    Even though there was interest on both sides, there simply is no room for Allan Houston on the Nets.

  • Rockets Smoke Sonics In Durant's Home Debut

    Houston beat Seattle 117-94 in the Sonics' fifth exhibition game this month but their first at home.

  • Bobcats' Morrison To Have MRI On Knee

    Adam Morrison is scheduled to undergo an MRI on his left knee on Sunday, according to The Charlotte Observer.

  • Blazers' Aldridge Sidelined With Toe Injury

    LaMarcus Aldridge awakened Saturday with a throbbing pain in his right pinky toe, which should send a shiver down the spines of Trail Blazers' fans.

  • Demotion Motivates Warriors' Harrington

    This hasn't been a memorable 2007 for Golden State Warriors' forward Al Harrington.

  • Nuggets Suspend J.R. Smith For Three Games

    The Denver Nuggets suspended guard J.R. Smith for the first three games of the regular season for "conduct detrimental to the team," the team said Saturday.

  • Report: Kings' Williams Has 'Proof' Of Innocence

    The lawyer for Sacramento Kings' backup center Justin Williams claims his client had consensual sex with a woman accusing him of rape and he can prove it, according to a published report.

  • Knicks' Chandler Could See Minutes

    Isiah Thomas may find time for his rookie first-round pick Wilson Chandler.

  • Knicks Cut Houston

    The Knicks announced today that they will waive Allan Houston after only one week and one game.

  • Doug Christie Contacts Heat

    Heat General Manager Randy Pfund confirmed that 37-year-old guard Doug Christie contacted the Heat regarding a comeback.

  • Barros Joins Boston Front Office, Pondering Comeback

    Dana Barros, the former Celtic and Boston College star, has come back on board as a member of the team’s community relations department after a brief stint in a similar position at City Hall.

  • Nets Won't Expect Kidd To Rush Back

    After Jason Kidd got an epidural shot and an MRI exam on his back on Thursday, the Nets announced that their starting point guard would be back on the practice court next week.

  • Deng Suffers Wrist Injury In Bulls' Loss

    Luol Deng's right wrist has propelled so many true shots and slammed home so many authoritative dunks that any blemish on it is a big deal.

  • Knicks' Curry Annoyed At Continued Physical Beatings

    Like Shaquille O'Neal before him, Knicks' center Eddy Curry continues to lash out at what he feels is a double standard in the NBA: the bigger you are, the more you get hit and hit hard.

  • Spurs' Parker Set For Preseason Debut

    Tony Parker, the reigning NBA Finals' MVP, is set to make his preseason debut tonight against Detroit at the AT&T Center.

  • Spurs Waive Lever-Pedroza

    The San Antonio Spurs announced today that they have waived guard Anthony Lever-Pedroza.

  • Nets-Celtics Game Called At Halftime

    The NBA preseason game between the New Jersey Nets and the Boston Celtics was canceled after one half Friday night because of court conditions at the DCU Center.

  • Costain Dismissed From Pepperdine

    Pepperdine will be without its top returning scorer this season as guard Kingsley Costain was dismissed from the school Friday for a violation of university policy.

  • Lakers Have Fielded Several Offers For Kobe Over Last Few Months

    The Lakers have fielded a number of offers in the last several months for Kobe Bryant.

  • Cuban: We Won't Trade Dirk For Kobe

    Mark Cuban will not trade Dirk Nowitzki, even if it's Kobe Bryant coming in return.

  • Miller To Pair With Marv In Broadcast Booth

    Reggie Miller decided against a comeback bid at 42 years old with the Boston Celtics and instead might announce some of their games.

  • Bulls Exercise Options On Thomas And Sefolosha

    The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has picked up the options on the 2008-09 contracts of forward Tyrus Thomas and guard Thabo Sefolosha.

  • Mavericks' Howard Suspended Two Games

    The NBA suspended Josh Howard for two games on Friday.

  • Kobe: 'Nothing Much For Me To Say'

    Kobe Bryant said he hasn't done as many media sessions so far this season because he doesn't want to keep revisiting the idea of him being traded.

  • Krystkowiak Likes Yi's Quick Progress

    Yi Jianlian is progressing quite well in training camp, learning more each day as the countdown continues to the Milwaukee Bucks' season opener Oct.

  • Gasol Out 5 To 7 Days After Hurting Ankle

    Pau Gasol wasn't running with his teammates Thursday afternoon, and that will be the trend for at least the next 5-7 days.

  • Detroit Talking J.R. Smith Trade

    The Denver Nuggets have discussed trading J.

  • Allan Houston Unsuited For Knicks Return

    Isiah Thomas decided not to have Allan Houston dress for last night's loss to the Nets and later admitted that Houston's chances of making the final roster were slim.

  • Kobe Trade Talks Shock McGrady

    With conjecture growing that Kobe Bryant might be traded, perhaps even before the Rockets open the season Oct.

  • Stanford Suspends Brook Lopez Indefinitely

    Brook Lopez, a 7-foot sophomore who was already academically ineligible for the start of Stanford's season, has been suspended indefinitely for a violation of team rules.

  • Frye Already On The Block?

    Portland tried moving Channing Frye to Chicago for Tyrus Thomas, according to a report in the New York Post.

  • Judge Weighs Sending Sonics' Case To Arbitration

    Seattle's city attorney, Tom Carr, has no doubt about why he wants a judge -- not arbitrators -- deciding whether the SuperSonics must play the next three seasons at KeyArena.

  • Kings Place Justin Williams On Indefinite Leave

    Authorities are investigating allegations that Sacramento Kings' player Justin Williams sexually assaulted a female acquaintance, a Sacramento Police Department spokesman said Thursday.

  • U.S. Marshals Arrest Keon Clark

    A former NBA player wanted on drug and weapons charges in Illinois was arrested Thursday when U.

  • Warriors' Ellis Training Hard For Regular Season

    Monta Ellis' body is still recovering from the sprained neck suffered in his frightening collision with teammate Brandan Wright nearly two weeks ago.

  • Heat Name Williams Starting Point Guard

    With the Nov.

  • Nuggets Sign Mike Wilks

    The Nuggets signed veteran guard Mike Wilks on Thursday.

  • Kidd's MRI Confirms Back Strain

    New Jersey Nets' guard Jason Kidd underwent an MRI today, October 18, which confirmed a strained lower back, which he incurred at practice on Sunday, October 14.

  • Boston Not A Possibility For Howard?

    Juwan Howard, who thought he was going to be a teammate of Kevin Garnett in Minnesota, will not be joining Garnett in Boston via trade.

  • Wolves To Offer Jefferson $50 Million?

    The Timberwolves are expected to make Al Jefferson a five-year contract offer soon in the $50 million range.

  • Police Investigate Claim By Woman Against Justin Williams

    Sacramento police served a search warrant at the home of Kings' backup center Justin Williams Wednesday in an investigation involving a woman who claimed she was drugged and raped by the player, a source close to the investigation said.

  • Jerome James May Need Season-Ending Surgery

    Jerome James' right-knee injury is more serious than the Knicks have let on - and could force him to have season-ending surgery, The Post has learned.

  • Tony Allen Recovering From Eye Injury

    Tony Allen had laser vision correction surgery over the offseason, which drastically improved his eyesight but unfortunately does not protect against the razors that are apparently Brandon Wallace's elbows.

  • Bulls' Gordon Doesn't Want To Be Traded

    The ongoing Kobe Bryant rumors affect Chicago's Ben Gordon because much of the speculation has the Lakers' high-scoring star headed to the Bulls and taking over Gordon's spot at shooting guard.

  • Krystkowiak Isn't Rushing Simmons

    Patience is the word for Milwaukee Bucks' forward Bobby Simmons, and that's just fine with him.

  • Lakers Expect Bryant To Play Thursday

    Kobe Bryant returned to practice after sitting out the previous three days, and coach Phil Jackson said he expects Kobe to play Thursday tonight.

  • Rumors The Real Pain To Bulls' Gordon

    While Ben Gordon sits to rest a sprained ankle, conspiracies suggesting that he is deliberately sitting out in protest about extension discussions with the Bulls are wrong, according to the Chicago Tribune.

  • Sonics Ponder What To Do With Wally

    While the Sonics appear no closer to cementing a starting lineup for the Oct.

  • Francis Lands Historic Chinese Shoe Contract

    Houston Rockets' guard Steve Francis has signed an endorsement deal with Chinese shoemaker Anta, becoming the company's first international spokesman.

  • Grizzles Lose Gasol To Injury Against Pacers

    When he came down and landed on Danny Granger's foot, Grizzles' forward Pau Gasol immediately knew his left ankle was sprained.

  • Celtics Smash Knicks By 40

    Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen made their Boston debuts, and holdover Paul Pierce scored 22 points to lead the Celtics to a 101-61 victory over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night.

  • Police Official: Woman Accuses Kidd Of Groping Her

    A woman has accused NBA star Jason Kidd of harassing and groping her this month at a trendy Manhattan nightspot.

  • MSG, Isiah Ask Judge To Reduce Award In Harassment Case

    Madison Square Garden and Knicks' coach Isiah Thomas have asked a judge to reduce the $11.

  • Bryant Returns To Practice

    Kobe Bryant began practicing again with the Lakers on Wednesday after sitting out three consecutive days, but he did not talk to reporters after breaking several days of silence Tuesday with a brief interview.

  • Bucks Waive Samaki Walker

    The Bucks waived Samaki Walker on Wednesday.

  • Roy Could Return To Trail Blazers' Lineup By Friday

    Brandon Roy could play Friday night in Portland's exhibition game against Sacramento, ESPN is reporting.

  • Magic GM Expects Nelson Talks To Intensify

    Orlando Magic general manager Otis Smith said he expects talks between him and point guard Jameer Nelson's agent to heat up as the sides approach an Oct.

  • Sources: Lakers Won't Initiate Kobe Trade Talks

    There is a growing belief around the league that the Lakers will begin receiving trade proposals for Kobe Bryant.

  • Ray Allen Unhappy With Garnett's Cursing?

    Word in Boston, according to Charley Walters, is that the Celtics' Ray Allen was taken aback by some profane language used by Kevin Garnett during a practice, and he let the former Timberwolves' star know about it.

  • Perovic Disappointing Golden State Already?

    The Warriors' forgotten center, Kosta Perovic, made his debut against Zalgiris Kaunas on Monday, and in 15 shaky minutes, Perovic showed exactly why Nelson has been averse to using him.

  • Bulls Not Believed To Be Offering Deng Or Gordon Deals In Max Range

    The Bulls have until October 31st to sign Luol Deng and Ben Gordon to extensions.

  • Miami In Talks With Pavlovic's Agent

    The Heat has been speaking with the agent for Cavaliers' restricted free agent guard/small forward Sasha Pavlovic, and Miami interests him.

  • Cuban Willing To Talk To Lakers About Kobe

    Mark Cuban was asked about Kobe Bryant on Tuesday and began by saying that nobody in the Mavericks' organization had talked to the Lakers about trading for Kobe.

  • Howard Leads Magic Over Cavs In China Exhibition

    The NBA took another step toward expanding its presence in China on Wednesday, with the Magic defeating the Cavaliers 90-86 in an exhibition game behind Dwight Howard's 31 points and 14 rebounds.

  • Bosh Not Ready To Test Knee

    Raptor coach Sam Mitchell said that Chris Bosh will not play in Wednesday's game against Lithuania's Zalgiris Kaunas and will likely miss Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls as well.

  • Brand, Maggette Could Opt Out At Season's End

    Big questions await the Clippers heading into the season.

  • Donaghy's Sentencing Postponed Until January

    Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy's sentencing on two felony charges in a basketball gambling scam has been posted until late January, according to a report.

  • Injury Has Jason Kidd Back On Nets' Sideline

    Nets' guard Jason Kidd missed his third straight day of work on Tuesday, visiting the chiropractor instead of practicing with his teammates because of a strained lower back.

  • Yao Questions Scheduling For China Team

    The Orlando Magic are scheduled to play the Chinese national tea