Mar 2008 Archive

• Jermaine: I Have Nothing To Prove

  The Indianapolis Star | Mar 31, 2008

  Jermaine O'Neal, who will return to the floor for the Pacers on Monday against the Heat after more than two months on the bench, doesn't think he has anything to prove.

• Redd: This Season Has Been A Failure

  The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel | Mar 31, 2008

  Michael Redd thinks that this season has been a failure for the Bucks.

• Rivers: Future Is Now For Celtics

  The Boston Herald | Mar 31, 2008

  Doc Rivers, the head coach of the Celtics, believes that the future is now for the team.

• Hansbrough, Beasley Unanimous AP All-Americans

  ESPN | Mar 31, 2008

  North Carolina's Tyler Hansbrough and Kansas State's Michael Beasley were unanimously named to the AP's All-America team on Monday.

• Magic's Cook Out 10-14 Days With Finger Fracture

  AP | Mar 31, 2008

  Orlando Magic forward Brian Cook could miss up to two weeks because he broke his right middle finger during practice.

• RGM Rundown For March 30th: Toronto's Struggles

  Andrew Perna/RealGM | Mar 31, 2008

  The Raptors lost to the Hornets on Sunday night, further sliding down in the East. Read about Toronto’s struggles and more in the RealGM Daily Rundown for March 30th’s games!

• Fisher's Foot Still A Mystery To Lakers

  The Los Angeles Daily News | Mar 31, 2008

  Derek Fisher was in the lineup for the 74th time this season on Sunday, but the Lakers don't know what the near future holds for their veteran guard.

• Davis Wants To Re-Sign With Heat

  The South Florida Sun-Sentinel | Mar 31, 2008

  Ricky Davis wants to re-sign with the Miami Heat despite their horrible season.

• Jermaine Will Return Monday, Off Bench

  The Indianapolis Star | Mar 31, 2008

  Jermaine O'Neal will return for the Pacers on Monday night versus the Heat after more than two months on the sideline.

• Doug Collins Turns Down Bucks?

  New York Daily News | Mar 31, 2008

  Doug Collins has twice turned down running the Milwaukee Bucks and the team is still trying to lure Donnie Walsh, who looks likely to end up taking over from Isiah Thomas in New York.

• Arenas Would Take Pay Cut For Jamison

  Washington Post | Mar 31, 2008

  Gilbert Arenas has told the media that he is willing to sign for less with the Wizards in order to keep Antawn Jamison as his teammate.

• Mavericks' Coach Says Kidd Had Freedom

  Dallas Morning News | Mar 31, 2008

  Mavericks' Coach Avery Johnson made it clear to the media that the illusion that point guard Jason Kidd does not have a free reign so far in Dallas is just that, an illusion.

• Could Hinrich Be On The Move After Season?

  Chicago Tribune | Mar 31, 2008

  Could Kirk Hinrich be on his way out of Chicago to help clear a log jam at guard for the Bulls?

• Celtics Limit Heat To Record-Low 17 FGs

  ESPN | Mar 31, 2008

  The Heat were held to 17 field goals, which is a new low since the shot clock was introduced, before losing 88-62 to the Celtics.

• Cavs' Wallace Again Forced To Sit With Back Spasms

  ESPN | Mar 31, 2008

  Cavaliers' forward Ben Wallace missed the team's game against Philadelphia due to a recurring back spasm problem.

• Stephen Curry Returning To Davidson

  espn.com | Mar 31, 2008

  After Kansas defeated Davidson on Sunday, Stephen Curry said that he will return to school for his junior year.

• Artest: Kings Need Moore To Win

  The Sacramento Bee | Mar 30, 2008

  Ron Artest doesn't think the Kings can win without teammate Mikki Moore on the floor.

• Could Cassell Join Celtics' Coaching Staff?

  The Boston Globe | Mar 30, 2008

  Sam Cassell's contract expires at the end of the season, but there is a chance he could remain with the Celtics as a member of Doc Rivers' coaching staff.

• Elton Brand Cleared To Play

  The Los Angeles Daily News | Mar 30, 2008

  Elton Brand has been cleared to play.

• Nuggets Down Warriors, Move Into Eighth

  ESPN | Mar 30, 2008

  The Denver Nuggets knocked off the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night, allowing them to move into eighth place in the Western Conference.

• Isiah Says Indiana Hasn't Contacted Him Yet

  ESPN | Mar 30, 2008

  Isiah Thomas claims that the Hoosiers haven't contacted him about a possible coaching position.

• Cavs Get Blown Out But Secure Playoff Berth

  nba.com | Mar 30, 2008

  The Cleveland Cavaliers may have been blown out at the hands of the Pistons in Detroit, but they did manage to secure a playoff spot in the process.

• Mavericks Hope Dirk May Return Later This Week

  Dallas Morning News | Mar 30, 2008

  While Dirk Nowitzki will not be available for the Mavericks' next two games, both on the road, they are hopeful to have their star back in uniform later this week.

• Shaq Rips Net, Causes Delay

  ESPN | Mar 30, 2008

  Shaquille O'Neal ripped down a net during the game between Phoenix and New Jersey after being fouled on a shot attempt, causing a nine minute delay during the second quarter on Saturday night.

• Rockets Sign Harris For Remainder Of Season

  AP | Mar 30, 2008

  The Houston Rockets have signed F Mike Harris for the remainder of the season on Saturday.

• Bennett Decides Not To Pursue Indiana Job

  espn.com | Mar 30, 2008

  Washington State coach Tony Bennett told ESPN.com on Sunday he has decided not to pursue the Indian Hoosiers' head coaching job.

• Kansas Becomes Fourth #1 Seed In Final Four

  ESPN | Mar 30, 2008

  The Kansas Jayhawks sent the Davidson Wildcats packing on Sunday with a tight 59-57 win in Detroit.

• Memphis Crushes Texas En Route To Final Four

  ESPN | Mar 30, 2008

  The Memphis Tigers knocked off the Texas Longhorns 85-67 on Sunday afternoon on their way to the Final Four.

• Hansbrough Leads UNC Past Louisville Into Final Four

  AP | Mar 29, 2008

  The North Carolina Tar Heels held off Louisville 83-73 in the East Regional final on Saturday, sending them to the national semifinals.

• Love-Led UCLA Reaches Third Straight Final Four

  AP | Mar 29, 2008

  Freshman Kevin Love scored 19 points as UCLA defeated Xavier, 76-57 on Saturday, to earn their third straight trip to the Final Four.

• Dirk: Kobe Should Be MVP

  ESPN | Mar 29, 2008

  Dirk Nowitzki, the NBA's reigning MVP, thinks it's time for Kobe Bryant to finally take home the trophy.

• Report: Hoosiers Want Bennett

  yahoo.com | Mar 29, 2008

  The Indiana Hoosiers have reportedly offered Washington State Coach Tony Bennett their head coaching job.

• Jazz Recall Almond And Fesenko From D-League

  Press Release | Mar 29, 2008

  Utah Jazz General Manager Kevin O’Connor announced today that the team has recalled rookies Morris Almond and Kyrylo Fesenko from the Utah Flash of the NBA Development League (D-League).

• McGrady Misses Practice With Sore Shoulder

  The Houston Chronicle | Mar 29, 2008

  Tracy McGrady sat out the Rockets' practice on Friday with a sore left shoulder but is still expected to play against the Spurs on Sunday.

• Cook Earns Himself Time With Magic

  Orlando Sentinel | Mar 29, 2008

  Brian Cook has struggled since arriving in Orlando this season, but that appears to be a thing of the past.

• Wilcox Wants To Remain With Sonics

  Seattle Times | Mar 29, 2008

  Chris Wilcox is under contract with the Seattle SuperSonics through next season, and he said on Friday that he'd like to remain with the organization beyond his current contract.

• Fisher Plays Despite Tendon Tear In Right Foot

  ESPN | Mar 29, 2008

  Lakers' guard Derek Fisher has a partial tear of a tendon in his right foot, but does not expect to miss any games.

• Kobe Drops 53, But Lakers Lose To Grizzlies

  ESPN | Mar 29, 2008

  A stellar performance by Laker superstar Kobe Bryant was not enough to keep the Lakers from dropping the game to the lowly Memphis Grizzlies 114-111 on Friday night.

• Sources: Pitt's Dixon Has No Interest Coaching Cal

  espn.com | Mar 29, 2008

  Multiple sources told ESPN.com that Cal made an attempt to hire Pitt's basketball coach Jamie Dixon within 24 hours of firing Ben Braun.

• Lute Olson Returns To Wildcats, Vows To Challenge For '09 Title

  espn.com | Mar 29, 2008

  Arizona Coach Lute Olson regained control of the men's basketball program this week and feels the Wildcats can challenge for the 2009 national title.

• Stephen Curry Leads Davidson Over Badgers

  AP | Mar 29, 2008

  Stephen Curry scored 33 points on Friday night to lead 10th-seeded Davidson over third-seeded Wisconsin, 73-56, and into the Midwest Regional final.

• O'Neal Says He'll Likely Return Next Week

  19 Action News | Mar 28, 2008

  Jermaine O'Neal participated in Friday's shootaround and says that he could play for the Pacers against the Nets on Friday night although it's more likely that he'll return next week.

• Bogut Undergoes Surgery On Nose

  The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel | Mar 28, 2008

  Bucks' center Andrew Bogut will miss Friday night's game against the Magic after undergoing surgery on his nose the same afternoon.

• Raptors Say They Will Re-Sign Calderon

  The Toronto Star | Mar 28, 2008

  The Raptors plan to re-sign point guard Jose Calderon this summer, and many wonder whether that would spell the end for T.J. Ford.

• Wiz: We Want To Keep Arenas And Jamison

  The Washington Post | Mar 28, 2008

  The Wizards hope, and plan, to keep both Gilbert Arenas and Antawn Jamison past this season.

• Clippers Sign Marcus Williams, Waive Aaron Williams

  Press Release | Mar 28, 2008

  The Clippers signed free agent forward Marcus E. Williams from the Austin Toros of the NBA Development League for the remainder of the season and waived forward Aaron Williams.

• RGM Daily Rundown For March 27th: Pistons Clinch Central Title

  Andrew Perna/RealGM | Mar 28, 2008

  The Detroit Pistons beat the Miami Heat on Thursday night to clinch their fourth-straight Central Division title. Read about Detroit’s accomplishment and more in the RealGM Daily Rundown for March 27th’s games!

• Griz GM Says Iavaroni Is Safe In Memphis

  Memphis Commerical-Appeal | Mar 28, 2008

  With national reports swirling that Marc Iavaroni's job with the Grizzlies isn't safe, GM Chris Wallace insisted otherwise on Thursday.

• Jefferson: Kidd Held Us Back

  New York Daily News | Mar 28, 2008

  According to Nets forward Richard Jefferson, the distraction created by Jason Kidd wanting out of New Jersey has put the team into a hole as they try to make the playoffs.

• Stern: Expansion 'Not Tops' On NBA's List

  Seattle Post-Intelligencer | Mar 28, 2008

  NBA commissioner David Stern revealed on a national conference call that expansion "is not tops on our list" at the moment, which may leave Seattle without an NBA for the foreseeable future.

• Oden Concerns Blazers After Playing In Pickup Game

  The Oregonian | Mar 28, 2008

  The Portland Trail Blazers were left unhappy after receiving a confirmation to an internet rumor that first overall pick Greg Oden had participated in a pickup game.

• Bogut Not Expected To Miss Time

  Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel | Mar 28, 2008

  Andrew Bogut is not expected to miss any time despite a collision with the Hawks' Marvin Williams that left the Australian big man bloodied.

• Pistons Clinch Central Division With Defeat Of Heat

  ESPN | Mar 28, 2008

  The Detroit Pistons clinched the Central Division title with a 85-69 win over the Miami Heat on Thursday night.

• Rondo Sits Out Practice With Sore Hamstring

  ESPN | Mar 28, 2008

  Celtics' starting point guard Rajon Rondo missed the team's practice on Thursday due to a sore right hamstring.

• Madison Square Garden Rejects Penn Station

  Globe And Mail | Mar 28, 2008

  Madison Square Garden has backed out of a $14 billion plan to move into a landmark post office building that would have become part of a new Penn Station.

• Jefferson Will Return To USC For Sophomore Season

  L.A. Times | Mar 28, 2008

  USC forward Davon Jefferson will not be declaring for the NBA Draft.

• Bibby Cleared To Play Friday Night

  The Atlanta Journal-Constitution | Mar 28, 2008

  In the midst of a battle for the East's final playoff spot, the Hawks will have Mike Bibby in uniform on Friday night against the Bulls.

• Wilcox Will Miss Rest Of Season Due To Dislocated Finger

  Press Release | Mar 27, 2008

  Seattle SuperSonics general manager Sam Presti announced today that forward Chris Wilcox will miss the remainder of the 2007-08 season with a dislocated PIP joint of the right little finger.

• Raptors Sign Johnson, Waive Martin

  NBA.com | Mar 27, 2008

  The Toronto Raptors have signed forward Linton Johnson to a 10-day contract and waived guard Derrick Martin.

• O'Neal On Walsh: 'One Of The Best'

  The Indianapolis Star | Mar 27, 2008

  Jermaine O'Neal believes that Donnie Walsh is one of the best front office guys in the business and that he'll thrive wherever he goes next season.

• Nuggets' Karl Wants More Out Of Carmelo

  The Denver Post | Mar 27, 2008

  Nuggets' Head Coach George Karl wants more out of Carmelo Anthony on the defensive end.

• Stern Sees NBA In Europe Within 10 Years

  ESPN | Mar 27, 2008

  NBA Commissioner David Stern sees the league expanding to Europe within the next ten years.

• RGM Daily Rundown For March 26th: Paul Bests LeBron In MVP Showdown

  Christopher Reina/RealGM | Mar 27, 2008

  Chris Paul and the Hornets narrowly defeated the Cavaliers on Wednesday by a final score of 100-99.

• Louisville's Caracter 'Definitely' Going Pro

  FoxSports | Mar 27, 2008

  Louisville's Derrick Caracter has definitively said that he will be entering the NBA Draft and leaving behind his two final collegiate seasons of eligibility.

• Report: Thorn Says Frank Is Safe In New Jersey

  ESPN | Mar 27, 2008

  Rod Thorn doesn't plan on firing Nets' Head Coach Lawrence Frank at the end of the season even if the team misses the playoffs.

• Report: Dolan Still Prefers Isiah As Coach

  ESPN | Mar 27, 2008

  Jim Dolan appears primed to bring someone else in to run the Knicks in the front office, but he is adamant about keeping Isiah Thomas on the bench.

• Portland's Roy Out At Least Two Weeks

  The Oregonian | Mar 27, 2008

  Brandon Roy wants to play this season, but he will definitely miss the next two weeks with groin and hip injuries.

• Shaq Dreams Of Being Magic's GM In Retirement

  The Orlando Sentinel | Mar 27, 2008

  Shaquille O'Neal admitted on Wednesday that he hopes to become the GM of the Magic upon his retirement.

• Grizzlies Targeting Larry Brown To Take Over As Coach?

  New York Daily News | Mar 27, 2008

  Could Larry Brown have a head coaching gig in the NBA as soon as next season?

• Nene May Play Tonight

  Denver Post | Mar 27, 2008

  In a surprise move, Nuggets forward Nene scrimmaged with teammates on Wednesday then afterwards revealed that he may play tonight when Denver play Dallas.

• X-Rays Negative On Bibby's Thumb

  Houston Chronicle | Mar 27, 2008

  Mike Bibby had an x-ray on his injured left thumb on Wednesday night after hurting it during the fourth quarter.

• Kobe Ejected In Fourth Quarter As Lakers Fall To Bobcats

  USA Today | Mar 27, 2008

  Kobe Bryant drew two technical fouls in a span of 29 seconds late in the fourth quarter and was ejected from the team's 108-95 loss to the Charlotte Bobcats on Wednesday night.

• Evans Grabs MVP Honors At McDonald's Game

  Sports Illustrated | Mar 27, 2008

  Memphis, Connecticut, Villanova, and Texas all saw first hand what is on offer with Tyreke Evans during Wednesday night in the 2008 McDonalds All-American game, with the guard taking MVP honors.

• Riley Takes Offense To Shaq's Criticisms Of Heat

  ESPN | Mar 27, 2008

  Heat coach Pat Riley is disappointed that former center Shaquille O'Neal is criticizing some former teammates and trainers in the media.

• Carmelo Signs $60 Million Deal With Jordan Brand

  ESPN | Mar 26, 2008

  Carmelo Anthony signed a new deal with Jordan Brand for $60 million over seven years.

• Cal Fires Coach Ben Braun

  AP | Mar 26, 2008

  The California Golden Bears fired basketball Coach Ben Braun on Wednesday following another disappointing season.

• Portland's Roy Won't Shut It Down

  HoopsWorld | Mar 26, 2008

  Brandon Roy left the Blazers' game against the Wizards on Tuesday night with a groin injury, but won't shut it down for the season.

• Ford, Rasho To Start For Raps Wednesday

  The National Post | Mar 26, 2008

  Toronto Head Coach Sam Mitchell will start T.J. Ford and Rasho Nesterovic against Detroit on Wednesday night.

• D'Antoni: Diaw Has To Be More Focused

  The Arizona Republic | Mar 26, 2008

  Phoenix Coach Mike D'Antoni thinks that versatile forward Boris Diaw has to become more focused after seeing little time in the team's past two games.

• Krstic Wants To Stay In New Jersey

  The Record | Mar 26, 2008

  Nets' center Nenad Krstic, who will be a restricted free agent this summer, wants to remain in New Jersey.

• Hendrix Declares For Draft

  SI.com | Mar 26, 2008

  Richard Hendrix, power forward for Alabama, will enter the NBA draft but won't hire an agent.

• Heat Looking To Deal Or Extend Marion?

  The Miami Herald | Mar 26, 2008

  The Heat could look to trade Shawn Marion this summer if they cannot lock him up long-term, something the team might not want to do with an eye on cap room in 2009.

• RGM Daily Rundown Mar. 25: Spurs Down Magic

  Andrew Perna/RealGM | Mar 26, 2008

  The Spurs edged the Magic on Tuesday night thanks to a trio of great individual performances. Read about San Antonio's win and more in the RealGM Daily Rundown for March 25th’s games!

• Indiana Already Misses Walsh

  The Indianapolis Star | Mar 26, 2008

  Donnie Walsh won't officially leave the Pacers until after the season, but a host of his players already miss him.

• Hughes: Playing Hard Not Always Smart

  Chicago Tribune | Mar 26, 2008

  Larry Hughes doesn't think that playing hard on a game-by-game basis is the key to winning in the NBA.

• Gasol Still Not Ready To Return

  The Los Angeles Times | Mar 26, 2008

  Pau Gasol will not play on Wednesday night against Charlotte and is doubtful for Friday's game with Memphis.

• Could Nowitzki Return Early For Mavs?

  The Dallas Morning News | Mar 26, 2008

  The Mavericks claim that they got all the right results from Dirk Nowitzki's tests and the initial two-week prognosis could be a worst-case scenario.

• Stern Says Renovation Not An Option For Sonics

  Seattle Times | Mar 26, 2008

  It appears that the SuperSonics may be all but done in Seattle, with David Stern giving glowing recommendations for Oklahoma City while shooting down plans to renovate Key Arena in an attempt to keep the team in Seattle.

• Rockets, NBA To Honor Mutombo's Longevity

  Houston Chronicle | Mar 26, 2008

  The Houston Rockets and the NBA will celebrate Dikembe Mutombo's ability to just keep on going at half time of the Rockets' game against Minnesota tonight.

• Groin Injury Takes Out Roy

  ESPN | Mar 26, 2008

  Trail Blazers' leader Brandon Roy was forced from Tuesday night's game against Washington at the end of the first quarter with a groin injury.

• Source: Walsh Has 'Handshake Agreement' To Join Knicks

  New York Daily News | Mar 26, 2008

  While he is currently denying an agreement to join the Knicks, a person close to Pacers CEO Donnie Walsh told the New York Daily News Tuesday that he has been offered the job.

• USC's Gibson Wavering On Decision

  L.A. Times | Mar 26, 2008

  While Taj Gibson has said he'll be back with the USC Trojans next season, he has not ruled out trying his luck in the NBA Draft.

• Oklahoma City Council Gives Sonics Lease The Green Light

  USA Today | Mar 26, 2008

  After touring the facilities in Oklahoma City, NBA Commissioner David Stern said Tuesday a subcommittee of three NBA owners would suggest approval of the SuperSonics' move by the rest of the league.

• K-State Coach Expects Beasley To Enter NBA Draft

  AP | Mar 25, 2008

  Kansas State coach Frank Martin said in an interview on Tuesday that he believes Michael Beasley will probably opt to turn pro.

• Source: Chris Webber To Retire

  ESPN | Mar 25, 2008

  Chris Webber has decided to retire because of knee problems that have plagued the last five years of his career.

• Could Cuban Fire Avery Johnson?

  The Star-Telegram | Mar 25, 2008

  Many are wondering whether the Mavericks failure to even make the postseason would force team owner Mark Cuban to fire head coach Avery Johnson.

• Cleveland's Wallace Likely To Sit Wednesday

  ESPN | Mar 25, 2008

  Ben Wallace is expected to miss the Cavaliers game against the Hornets on Wednesday because of back issues.

• Is Portland Acting As If Oden Is Playing?

  HoopsWorld | Mar 25, 2008

  With the playoffs out of the question it appears as though the Trail Blazers are preparing to welcome Greg Oden into the lineup next season.

• Pacers Deny Walsh Is Headed To Knicks

  The Indianapolis Star | Mar 25, 2008

  The Pacers said on Tuesday that Donnie Walsh has not agreed to a 3-year, $15 million deal with the Knicks.

• Allred Signs 10-Day Contract

  Press Release | Mar 25, 2008

  The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed center Lance Allred to a second 10-day contract, Cavaliers' General Manager Danny Ferry announced today.

• LeBron: Gold Is The Only Target For Us

  Sports Express Daily | Mar 25, 2008

  LeBron James believes that the gold medal is the only option for the United States heading into the 2008 Olympic Games.

• Rockets Give Adelman Win No. 800

  ESPN | Mar 25, 2008

  The Rockets' win over the Kings on Monday night gave Head Coach Rick Adelman the 800th victory of his career.

• Sonics Owners Willing To Leave Behind Team Name If Franchise Moves

  Seattle Times | Mar 25, 2008

  Sonics' owner Clay Bennett is willing to leave the team's name, colors, and history in Seattle if it means getting his team to Oklahoma City.

• NBA Owners Group To Visit Oklahoma City

  Seattle Post-Intelligencer | Mar 25, 2008

  Commissioner David Stern and four owners on the NBA relocation committee will tour the Ford Center on Tuesday and meet with city and team officials to learn the latest on owner Clay Bennett's efforts to move the Sonics to Oklahoma City.

• Brand Could Return For Final Five Or Six Games

  L.A. Times | Mar 25, 2008

  Elton Brand joined his Clipper teammates in a full scrimmage on Monday, marking the first time the former All-Star forward has done that since rupturing his Achilles' tendon last summer.

• Bulls Fine Nocioni For Outburst

  Chicago Tribune | Mar 25, 2008

  The Chicago Bulls fined forward Andres Nocioni an unspecified amount following an outburst towards interim head Coach Jim Boylan during Saturday's loss to the Indiana Pacers.

• Donnie Walsh To New York

  ESPN.com News Services | Mar 25, 2008

  Donnie Walsh will sign a three-year $15 million deal to oversee Basketball Operations for the New York Knicks.

• Sonics Sign Guard Eddie Gill

  RealGM Staff Report | Mar 24, 2008

  Sonics General Manager Sam Presti announced Monday that the team has signed Eddie Gill to a 10-day contract.

• Marion To Have MRI On Aching Back

  South Florida Sun-Sentinel | Mar 24, 2008

  Shawn Marion will undergo an MRI on his back in the hours leading up to Miami's game against the Bucks on Monday night.

• Denver's Camby Earns $2M Bonus

  The Rocky Mountain News | Mar 24, 2008

  Marcus Camby earned a $2 million bonus from the Nuggets on Wednesday for reaching the 65-game plateau.

• Walker Stuck In Minnesota?

  The Star Tribune | Mar 24, 2008

  Antoine Walker is being paid a lot of money to simply sit on the bench for the Timberwolves this season, but the team doesn't plan on buying out his contract.

• Will Mourning Return To Miami Next Season?

  The Arizona Republic | Mar 24, 2008

  There is a growing belief in Miami that Alonzo Mourning will attempt to make a comeback with the Heat next season.

• Walsh Leaving Pacers

  NBA.com | Mar 24, 2008

  Larry Bird will continue to lead the basketball side of the franchise as President of Basketball Operations.

• Dirk MRI Confirms Ankle And Knee Sprains

  Press Release | Mar 24, 2008

  Dirk Nowitzki is currently walking in a protective boot without crutches.

• Powell Named D-League Player Of The Week

  Press Release | Mar 24, 2008

  Carlos Powell of the Dakota Wizards today was named D-League.com Performer of the Week for games played during the week of March 17.

• RGM Daily Rundown Mar. 23: Warriors Win

  Andrew Perna/RealGM | Mar 24, 2008

  The Golden State Warriors outlasted the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night thanks to huge performances from Stephen Jackson and Monta Ellis. Read about the Warriors’ win and more in the RealGM Daily Rundown for March 23rd’s games!

• Walsh Says Decision Will Come After Season

  The New York Post | Mar 24, 2008

  It appears as though Donnie Walsh wants to remain in Indiana, spurring the Knicks pending opening, but he won't make a decision until after the season is over.

• Brent Barry Is Officially A Spur Again

  San Antonio Express-News | Mar 24, 2008

  Brent Barry signed a new contract with the Spurs on Sunday evening.

• Bosh Challenges His Toronto Teammates

  The Toronto Sun | Mar 24, 2008

  Chris Bosh doesn't understand why the Raptors tend to crumble in pressure situations on the court.

• Beasley Named Finalist For Naismith Player Of The Year Award

  Kansas City Star | Mar 24, 2008

  Kansas State freshman Michael Beasley, projected to go first overall in the 2008 RealGM mock draft, is one of four finalists for the Naismith Player of the Year award.

• Bogut Hoping To Remain With Bucks

  Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel | Mar 24, 2008

  Andrew Bogut is eligible to sign an extension with the Milwaukee Bucks in the off season, and despite the team having a disappointing season, the former first overall pick isn't wanting to go anywhere else.

• Arenas Wants To Play But Wiz Don't Clear Him

  ESPN | Mar 24, 2008

  Gilbert Arenas was confident he would be in uniform when the Wizards took on the Pistons on Sunday, but then was unhappy to learn he was not cleared to play.

• Curry, Davidson Stun Hoyas To Advance To Sweet 16

  AP | Mar 23, 2008

  Stephen Curry scored 30 points as Davidson rallied from 17-points down to stun No. seed Georgetown 74-70 on Sunday.

• Dirk Expected To Miss Two Weeks

  ESPN.com | Mar 23, 2008

  The Mavericks expect Dirk Nowitzki to miss two weeks of action after hurting both his leg and ankle against the Spurs on Sunday afternoon.

• NCAA Says UCLA Beat Texas A&M By Two

  ESPN | Mar 23, 2008

  The NCAA has clarified the final score between UCLA and Texas A&M on Saturday, changing it to 51-49.

• Knicks Still Haven't Asked To Speak With Kiki

  The Star-Ledger | Mar 23, 2008

  The Knicks still haven't asked the Nets to speak with Kiki Vandeweghe.

• Mavericks' Nowitzki Suffers Ankle And Knee Injury

  yahoo.com | Mar 23, 2008

  Dallas Mavericks' forward Dirk Nowitzki suffered an apparent ankle and knee injury in Sunday's game against the Spurs.

• Arenas Might Play On West Coast Trip

  The Washington Post | Mar 23, 2008

  Gilbert Arenas hasn't ruled himself out for the Wizards' game against the Pistons on Sunday night, but it seems more likely that he'll return during the team's pending West Coast trip.

• Indiana's Tinsley Will Miss Rest Of Season

  The Indianapolis Star | Mar 23, 2008

  Jamaal Tinsley will miss the rest of the season because of an ongoing knee problem.

• Rivers Doesn't Plan To Rest Boston's Best

  The Boston Globe | Mar 23, 2008

  Celtics' Coach Doc Rivers doesn't plan on resting his players despite their sizable lead over the Pistons for the Eastern Conference's best record.

• Telfair: I'd Love N.Y. Gig

  New York Post | Mar 23, 2008

  Timberwolves' guard Sebastian Telfair, who is the cousin of current Knick point guard Stephon Marbury, has said that, like Marbury, it has been his life long dream to be the point guard of the New York Knicks.

• Knicks Not In Donnie Walsh's Future?

  New York Daily News | Mar 23, 2008

  According to a team source, Pacers CEO Donnie Walsh is leaning towards remaining with Indiana, and a deal could be announced by the end of the week.

• Insurance Picks Up Marbury Tab

  New York Daily News | Mar 23, 2008

  Insurance will pay for 80% of Knick guard Stephon Marbury's salary once he misses his 41st game of the season, saving New York almost $850,000.

• Sonics Lose Earl Watson

  Seattle Times | Mar 23, 2008

  The Seattle SuperSonics lost guard Earl Watson and their 14th consecutive game on Saturday night when they fell to the Utah Jazz by a final margin of 115-101.

• Heat Sign Kasib Powell To 10-Day Contract

  Press Release | Mar 22, 2008

  The Miami Heat announced on Saturday that the team has signed forward Kasib Powell to a 10-day contract.

• Barkley: Kobe Should Be League MVP

  The Los Angeles Times | Mar 22, 2008

  Charles Barkley called Kobe Bryant "very selfish" just two short years ago, but he has drastically changed his tune.

• Eddie Jordan Among The Best NBA Coaches?

  The Washington Post | Mar 22, 2008

  A Western Conference scout had some pretty high praise for Wizards' head coach Eddie Jordan on Friday night.

• Cavaliers' Wallace To Miss Game

  yahoo.com | Mar 22, 2008

  Back spasms will keep Cavaliers' center Ben Wallace out of Saturday night's game against the Bucks.

• UConn's Price Out Six Months After Tearing ACL

  ESPN | Mar 22, 2008

  A.J. Price of UConn suffered a torn ACL in his left knee during the team's loss on Friday to San Diego.

• Seattle's Wilcox Sidelined With Pinkie Sprain

  The Seattle Times | Mar 22, 2008

  Sonics' forward Chris Wilcox re-injured his right pinkie against the Suns on Wednesday and will miss an undetermined number of games.

• Cartwright A Candidate To Coach For USF?

  The Star-Ledger | Mar 22, 2008

  New Jersey assistant Bill Cartwright could be up for the newly vacated head coaching position at the University of San Francisco.

• Stephen Jackson To Fight Poverty Globally

  Inside Bay Area | Mar 22, 2008

  Warriors' guard Stephen Jackson and Grammy Award-winning artist John Legend will make a two-week trip to Africa this offseason to help right poverty in small African villages.

• The Nuggets Hope To Avoid NBA History

  ESPN | Mar 22, 2008

  No team in league history has won 50 games and failed to reach the postseason, something Denver is on track to accomplish with fourteen games left in their season.

• Walsh Meets With Pacer Owners

  New York Daily News | Mar 22, 2008

  Donnie Walsh met with the owners of the Pacers on Friday to see if they can keep him in Indiana.

• LeBron Claims Cavs' Scoring Mark

  ESPN | Mar 22, 2008

  LeBron James overtook Brad Daugherty as the Cavaliers' career scoring leader during the first quarter of Friday night's game against the Toronto Raptors.

• Newble Signs With Lakers

  Press Release | Mar 22, 2008

  The Los Angeles Lakers have signed free agent forward Ira Newble to a 10-day contract.

• Miami Signs Blake Ahearn

  Press Release | Mar 21, 2008

  The Miami Heat announced today that they have signed guard Blake Ahearn to a 10-day contract.

• San Diego Upsets No.4-Seed U-Conn

  AP | Mar 21, 2008

  De'Jon Jackson's jumper with 1.2 seconds remaining in OT gave 13th-seeded San Diego a 70-69 win over fourth-seeded Connecticut on Friday in the opening round of the NCAA tournament.

• Haslem To Miss The Rest Of The Season After Ankle Surgery

  Press Release | Mar 21, 2008

  The Miami Heat announced on Friday that F Udonis Haslem underwent ankle surgery to remove a large bone spur in his left ankle.

• Buzzer-Beater Gives Western Kentucky OT Win Over Drake

  AP | Mar 21, 2008

  Ty Rogers' desperation 3-pointer gave 12th-seeded Western Kentucky a 101-99 OT win over 5th-seeded Drake on Friday.

• Is Thornton Making Maggette Expendable?

  The Los Angeles Times | Mar 21, 2008

  With Corey Maggette heading into free agency this summer, the Clippers are very happy to be enjoying tremendous production from rookie Al Thornton.

• League Warns Taylor About KG Comments

  The Boston Globe | Mar 21, 2008

  An NBA official confirmed on Thursday night that the league called Minnesota owner Glen Taylor and chastised him for his comments about Kevin Garnett.

• Riley To Miss Miami's Next Two Games

  The Miami Herald | Mar 21, 2008

  Pat Riley will miss the Heat's next two games in order to scout talent during this weekend's NCAA Tournament action.

• Kwame Brown: 'I'll Come Back Ready To Go'

  HoopsWorld | Mar 21, 2008

  Kwame Brown is considered a bust by most in the media, but he feels as though he's gotten the raw end of the deal.

• Newble To Sign With Lakers

  Beacon-Journal | Mar 21, 2008

  Ira Newble spurned an offer to return to the Cavaliers and instead will sign with the Lakers.

• Official: Jesse Evans Formally Out At USF, Considering Lawsuit

  Associated Press | Mar 21, 2008

  Jessie Evans is officially out as basketball coach at USF, nearly three months after the university said he requested a leave of absence.

• Miami Signs Lasme To 10-Day Contract

  Press Release | Mar 21, 2008

  The Miami Heat announced today that they have signed forward Stephane Lasme to a 10-day contract.

• RGM Daily Rundown Mar. 20: Texas Sweep

  Andrew Perna/RealGM | Mar 21, 2008

  The Boston Celtics earned the elusive Texas sweep on Thursday night with a win over the Dallas Mavericks. Read about Boston’s win and more in the RealGM Daily Rundown for March 20th’s games!

• Sources: West Interested In Knicks Job

  Newsday | Mar 21, 2008

  NBA legend Jerry West is reportedly interested in taking over in the front office of the Knicks.

• O'Neal Making Strides In Practice

  The Indianapolis Star | Mar 21, 2008

  Jermaine O'Neal has been making good strides in practice and could return to the court for the Pacers next week.

• Hinrich Sits With Sprained Right Ankle

  The Chicago Sun-Times | Mar 21, 2008

  Bulls' guard Kirk Hinrich sat out against the Spurs on Thursday night with a sprained right ankle.

• Dolan Visits Knicks; Isiah Upbeat

  New York Post | Mar 21, 2008

  Is Donnie Walsh using the Knicks and Bucks to regain full control in Indiana?

• Duke Escapes Tiny Belmont 71-70 In First Round

  AP | Mar 20, 2008

  No. 2-seeded Duke avoided a monumental upset, edging No. 15 Belmont 71-70 on Thursday night.

• Sonics Mickael Gelabale Suffers Torn ACL

  Press Release | Mar 20, 2008

  Seattle SuperSonics General Manager Sam Presti announced today that second-year forward Mickael Gelabale suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament during practice on March 18.

• Randolph To Sit As Knicks Turn To Young Players

  Sports Illustrated | Mar 20, 2008

  Isiah Thomas has revealed that the Knicks are now playing for the future, with Zach Randolph probably not being used for at least the next two games.

• NY Fans Create Site To Lure LBJ To Knicks

  Akron Beacon Journal | Mar 20, 2008

  A host of New York fans have created a "charity" site to help lure LeBron James to the Knicks when he becomes a free agent in 2010.

• Could Jackson Or Skiles Coach The Knicks?

  The New York Daily News | Mar 20, 2008

  Mark Jackson and Scott Skiles are the most likely candidates to become the next head coach of the Knicks.

• Bargnani Sent For CT Scan Thursday

  The Star | Mar 20, 2008

  Andrea Bargnani of the Raptors was sent for a CT Scan on Thursday because of persistent soreness along the bridge of his nose.

• The Rockets Will Sign C Loren Woods

  The Houston Chronicle | Mar 20, 2008

  The Rockets will sign free-agent center Loren Woods to a 10-day contract to fill their last open roster spot.

• Mehmet Okur Is Still Not 100% In Utah

  The Salt Lake Tribune | Mar 20, 2008

  Jazz center Mehmet Okur has suffered from a stomach virus over the past few days and still isn't 100 percent.

• Kansas Becomes First #1 To Advance

  ESPN | Mar 20, 2008

  The #1 Kansas Jayhawks dominated both the inside and outside en route to a big 85-61 win over #16 Portland State on Thursday afternoon.

• Arenas Eyes Return 'Way Before' Playoffs

  The Washington Post | Mar 20, 2008

  Gilbert Arenas claims that he will return to the court for the Wizards before the playoffs.

• Report: Bynum Could Return Soon

  ESPN | Mar 20, 2008

  Despite a report on the contrary earlier this week, Andrew Bynum could very well return to the court for the Lakers before the playoffs.

• Could Portland Trade Their Draft Picks?

  HoopsWorld | Mar 20, 2008

  The Portland Trail Blazers have four picks in June's NBA Draft and haven't ruled out trading any or all of them.

• Risk Outweighed Reward On Possible Trade For Randolph

  Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel | Mar 20, 2008

  It was believed that former Milwaukee GM Larry Harris was on thin ice after team owner Herb Kohl vetoed a deal that would have sent Bobby Simmons, Dan Gadzuric and Charlie Bell to the New York Knicks for Zach Randolph and guard Fred Jones.

• Dream Return To Philly Doesn't Come True For Iverson

  RealGM | Mar 20, 2008

  A dream return to Philadelphia for Allen Iverson almost came true on Wednesday night, with Iverson's game winning three point attempt in the final seconds failing to fall.

• Heat Held To 54, Lose By 42 To Raptors

  ESPN | Mar 20, 2008

  The Miami Heat continue to hit new lows, the latest coming Wednesday night when the Raptors held them to 54 points, which is the third lowest since the shot clock was introduced in 1954-55.

• Nets' Harris Unlikely To Play Wednesday

  The Star-Ledger | Mar 19, 2008

  Devin Harris is unlikely to play for the Nets on Wednesday night because he sprained his ankle against the Bulls.

• Hornets Launch CP3MVP.com To Promote Paul's MVP Chances

  The Times-Picayune | Mar 19, 2008

  The Hornets have launched the web site CP3MVP.com to help promote Chris Paul as the NBA's MVP this season.

• Bird Wants To Stay In Indiana

  ESPN | Mar 19, 2008

  Larry Bird said on Wednesday that he would like to remain in the Indiana front office as the team heads into a rebuilding phase.

• Harris Out In Milwaukee

  SI.com | Mar 19, 2008

  Sen. Herb Kohl said Wednesday that Larry Harris' contract will not be offered a new contract as general manager and is no longer with the club.

• NBA Considering Replay Expansion

  SI.com | Mar 19, 2008

  Ian Thomsen of SI.com has learned the NBA is considering expanding its use of replay.

• Indiana University To Interview Skiles

  Chicago Sun-Times | Mar 19, 2008

  A source said Tuesday that Indiana University will contact Scott Skiles when it begins their search for a new head coach.

• RGM Daily Rundown Mar. 18: Jostling For Seeds

  Andrew Perna/RealGM | Mar 19, 2008

  Read about Houston’s first loss in seven weeks and more in the RealGM Daily Rundown for March 18th’s games!

• Source: Isiah Miffed As Knicks Court Walsh

  The New York Post | Mar 19, 2008

  Isiah Thomas is reportedly fuming at the Knicks for courting Pacers' CEO Donnie Walsh.

• Watson Says The Sonics Haven't Quit

  The Seattle Times | Mar 19, 2008

  Sonics point guard Earl Watson claims that his team hasn't quit on the season despite their dismal record.

• Arenas Won't Play In Orlando Wednesday

  The Washington Times | Mar 19, 2008

  Gilbert Arenas confirmed on Tuesday evening that he will not return for the Wizards on Wednesday night against the Magic.

• Brand Unsure About Return This Season

  The Los Angeles Times | Mar 19, 2008

  Elton Brand isn't sure about his return to the court for the Clippers this season.

• Bucks Join Knicks In Pursuit Of Walsh

  The New York Daily News | Mar 19, 2008

  The Knicks aren't the only team interested in stealing executive Donnie Walsh anyway from the Pacers.

• Stern Derides KeyArena Effort As 'A Late PR Stunt'

  Seattle Post-Intelligencer | Mar 19, 2008

  NBA Commissioner has labelled Seattle's latest efforts to upgrade Key Arena 'a late PR stunt'.

• Bosh Plans To Rejoin Raptors' Lineup Wednesday

  Toronto Star | Mar 19, 2008

  The Raptors are set to receive a boost when it regains the services of leader Chris Bosh on Wednesday against the Heat.

• Houston's Streak Is Over At 22

  RealGM Staff Report | Mar 19, 2008

  Boston ended Houston's 22-game win streak on Tuesday night with an emphatic win at the Toyota Center.

• Mount St. Mary's Opens NCAA Tourney With Win; No. 1 Tar Heels Next

  AP | Mar 18, 2008

  Mount St. Mary's defeated Coppin State 69-60 on Tuesday night in the opening play-in game of the NCAA tournament.

• NBA D-League To Expand To Erie, PA

  Press Release | Mar 18, 2008

  Erie, Pennsylvania has been awarded an NBA Development League franchise to begin play in 2008-09.

• Heat's Haslem Considering Season-Ending Surgery

  ESPN | Mar 18, 2008

  Heat forward Udonis Haslem will be lost for the season if he chooses to undergo surgery to remove a bone spur that is causing discomfort.

• Lakers Don't Expect Bynum Back Until Playoffs

  ESPN | Mar 18, 2008

  Laker fans will most likely not see Pau Gasol team up with Andrew Bynum to form an imposing front line until the playoffs.

• Sonics Practice Facility A Focal Concern For Oklahoma City

  USA Today | Mar 18, 2008

  The practice facility that would be used by the SuperSonics or any other potential NBA team is a primary concern among members of the Oklahoma City Council considering a preliminary lease agreement with the Seattle SuperSonics.

• Iverson Set For First Return To Philadelphia

  Sports Illustrated | Mar 18, 2008

  Allen Iverson is set to make his first return to Philadelphia since he was traded to Denver in a package including Andre Miller 15 months ago.

• Clippers Sign Fazekas For Remainder Of Season

  Press Release | Mar 18, 2008

  The Los Angeles Clippers today signed forward Nick Fazekas for the remainder of the season.

• Could Maggette Return To The Magic?

  The Orlando Sentinel | Mar 18, 2008

  Corey Maggette has the power to opt out of his contract this summer and become a free agent, and returning to the Magic isn't out of the question.

• Heat's Haslem, Marion May Play Tuesday

  The Miami Herald | Mar 18, 2008

  The Heat might get both Shawn Marion and Udonis Haslem back in time to play against the Bucks on Tuesday night.

• C's Allen Likely To Miss Game Against Houston

  ESPN | Mar 18, 2008

  Ray Allen is likely to miss to Boston's game against the Rockets on Tuesday night.

• Wolves' Owner: K.G. 'Tanked It'

  yahoo.com | Mar 18, 2008

  Minnesota Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor fired a barb at Kevin Garnett on Tuesday.

• Carmelo's Marketing Agreement Terminated

  Rocky Mountain News | Mar 18, 2008

  Carmelo Anthony has terminated his marketing agreement with BDA, according to the Rocky Mountain News.

• N.C. State's Hickson Puts Name In Draft

  News And Observer | Mar 18, 2008

  J.J. Hickson of N.C. State will put his name in the NBA Draft, but will not hire an agent.

• Blazers Want Career-Ending Opinion On Miles?

  Oregonian | Mar 18, 2008

  The Blazers have asked the NBA to appoint an independent doctor to evaluate Darius Miles, which will determine if he has a career-ending injury.

• Celtics Down Spurs In The RGM Daily Rundown For Mar. 17th's Games

  Andrew Perna/RealGM | Mar 18, 2008

  The Boston Celtics used a huge second half to comeback and notch a huge statement win over the defending-champion San Antonio Spurs on Monday night. Read about Boston’s big win and more in the RealGM Daily Rundown for March 17th’s games!

• Pacers' Bird Unsure Of His Future

  The Indianapolis Star | Mar 18, 2008

  Two weeks ago the Simon Brothers claimed that the Pacers would undergo changes from top to bottom, and Larry Bird isn't sure what that means for him.

• Cavs' Brown: Orlando Shouldn't Worry

  The Plain Dealer | Mar 18, 2008

  Cleveland head coach Mike Brown doesn't think that the Orlando Magic should worry about what other people are saying about them.

• T-Mac: Battier Belongs On All-Defensive Team

  The Los Angeles Times | Mar 18, 2008

  Houston guard Tracy McGrady was so impressed with the way that teammate Shane Battier played against Kobe Bryant on Sunday that he expects him to make the All-Defensive team.

• Source: Dolan To Meet With Indiana's Walsh

  The New York Post | Mar 18, 2008

  A source close to Donnie Walsh claims that the Pacers' CEO expects to meet with the Knicks about potentially taking over the presidency.

• Hornets' Chandler Glad To Be In New Orleans

  Chicago Tribune | Mar 18, 2008

  A season and a half removed from his days with the Bulls, Tyson Chandler says he is no longer fixated on his former team, and believes the move to New Orleans is the best thing which could have happened to him.

• Raptors Suit Against Spanish Federation Could Top $14 Million

  Toronto Star | Mar 18, 2008

  The Raptors' lawsuit against the Spanish basketball federation surrounding Jorge Garbajosa could end up being worth more than $14 million Canadian.

• Arenas Has MRI, Return This Season Remains Uncertain

  espn.com | Mar 18, 2008

  Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is increasing the intensity of his workouts in an attempt to return this season.

• Brother Of Warriors' Ellis Shot Twice In Back, Released From Hospital

  AP | Mar 18, 2008

  Antwain Ellis, the brother of Warriors guard Monta Ellis, was released Monday from U. of Mississippi Medical Center after being shot twice in the back over the weekend.

• U-Conn, UNC, Tennessee, Maryland No. 1 Seeds In Women's Tourney

  AP | Mar 17, 2008

  The No. 1 seeded Huskies will open against No. 16 Cornell on Sunday in Bridgeport, Conn.

• Dwight: Magic Need To 'Step It Up'

  The Ledger | Mar 17, 2008

  Dwight Howard believes that the Orlando Magic need to step up in order to put themselves in the same conversation as the best in the Eastern Conference.

• Duhon Doesn't Travel With Bulls To N.O.

  The Times-Picayune | Mar 17, 2008

  Guard Chris Duhon did not travel with the Bulls to New Orleans for their game against the Hornets on Monday night.

• Yi Expects To Play On Tuesday

  The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel | Mar 17, 2008

  Bucks' rookie Yi Jianlian expects to return to the court on Tuesday when the team takes on the Miami Heat.

• Boston's Allen Questionable Against Spurs

  The Boston Globe | Mar 17, 2008

  Ray Allen is '50-50' for the Celtics' game against the Spurs on Monday night.

• Dale Davis Works Out For Houston

  Houston Chronicle | Mar 17, 2008

  Dale Davis was scheduled to workout for the Houston Rockets on Monday.

• The Madness Of Marchness

  Christopher Reina/RealGM | Mar 17, 2008

  How do the 65 teams rank in terms of their odds of winning the National Championship? Will the four #1 seeds, UCLA, Memphis, North Carolina, and Kansas all make the trip to San Antonio?

• IU Creates Committee To Determine Next Coach

  ESPN | Mar 17, 2008

  Indiana University has created a 10-member committee to determine who will become the team's next head coach.

• Trail Blazers Send McRoberts Back To D-League

  Press Release | Mar 17, 2008

  Portland re-assigned rookie forward Josh McRoberts to their NBA Development affiliate the Idaho Stampede on Monday.

• Hodge Named D-League Player Of Week

  Press Release | Mar 17, 2008

  Julius Hodge of the Albuquerque Thunderbirds today was named D-League.com Performer of the Week for games played during the week of March 10.

• Fight Charges Dropped For Pacers' Tinsley, Daniels

  ESPN | Mar 17, 2008

  Jamaal Tinsley and Marquis Daniels dodged a legal bullet on Monday when prosecutors agreed to drop all charges stemming from a 2007 bar fight if the two can stay out of trouble for two years.

• Houston Hits 22 In The RGM Daily Rundown For Mar. 16th's Games

  Andrew Perna/RealGM | Mar 17, 2008

  Tracy McGrady struggled against the Lakers on Sunday, but the Rockets kept their monumental winning streak alive nonetheless.

• Gasol: Feels Like A Two-Week Sprain

  The Press-Enterprise | Mar 17, 2008

  The last time Pau Gasol sprained his ankle he missed two weeks of action and he feels the same about his current injury.

• Hawks Move Into Tie For Eighth Seed

  The Atlanta Journal-Constitution | Mar 17, 2008

  The Hawks moved into a tie for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference with a win over the New York Knicks on Sunday night.

• Dolan Eyes Indiana's Donnie Walsh

  New York Daily News | Mar 17, 2008

  Pacers' CEO Donnie Walsh is expected to postpone is retirement and has already attracted the attention of two teams.

• Nuggets Explode For 168 Points, Win By 52

  USA Today | Mar 17, 2008

  The word 'exploded' is an understatement when explaining what the Denver Nuggets were able to achieve on Sunday, dropping an amazing 168 regulation points in the team's 51 point demolition of the Seattle SuperSonics.

• Gordon Has No Regrets About Turning Down Extension

  Chicago Tribune | Mar 17, 2008

  Regardless of what happens this off-season, Bulls' guard Ben Gordon says he has no regrets about turning down a 5 year, $50 million extension offer before the season.

• Pistons Want Ratliff To Return Next Season

  Detroit News | Mar 16, 2008

  Pistons' center Theo Ratliff was planning on retiring after this season but the Pistons want the big man to come back again next year.

• UNC, Memphis, UCLA, and Kansas Get #1 Seeds

  ESPN | Mar 16, 2008

  The 2008 NCAA Tournament bracket was announced on Sunday evening, and the top seeds in each of the four regions went to North Carolina, Memphis, UCLA, and Kansas.

• Ilgauskas Returns After 7 Game Absence

  ESPN | Mar 16, 2008

  Zydrunas Ilgauskas returned to the starting lineup for the Cavaliers against Charlotte on Sunday after missing the last seven games with an inflamed disk in his lower back.

• Houston's Win Streak Hits 22

  RealGM Staff Report | Mar 16, 2008

  The Rockets used a strong fourth quarter to knock off the Lakers on Sunday afternoon and push their win streak to 22 games.

• Is Mourning Far From Done In Miami?

  Miami Herald | Mar 16, 2008

  A recent message from Alonzo Mourning to some Heat management indicates that he may not be done playing in the NBA.

• West Sits As Hornets Lose In Detroit

  RealGM Staff Report | Mar 16, 2008

  David West did not play for the Hornets when they took on the Pistons in Detroit on Sunday.

• Riley Returns To Heat After Scouting Trip

  ESPN | Mar 16, 2008

  Pat Riley has returned to the Heat after missing the team's game on Friday night to scout some of college basketball's best players.

• Carl Landry's Status Still Uncertain

  The Houston Chronicle | Mar 16, 2008

  Carl Landry of the Rockets took to the practice court yesterday to further test his sore right knee.

• Nachbar Wants To Remain A Net

  The Record | Mar 16, 2008

  Bostjan Nachbar was extremely relieved when last month's trade deadline passed and he was still a member of the Nets.

• 'Dirty' Label Upsets Bruce Bowen

  The San Antonio Express-News | Mar 16, 2008

  Bruce Bowen doesn't like the reputation he has garnered as a dirty player in the NBA.

• Magic Clinch Playoff Spot With Win Over Pacers

  Associated Press | Mar 16, 2008

  The Orlando Magic have secured a berth in the Eastern Conference playoffs after beating the Indiana Pacers 122-111 on Saturday.

• Bosh Aiming To Return On Wednesday

  Toronto Star | Mar 16, 2008

  Raptors' star forward Chris Bosh is hoping to make a return to the court on Wednesday against the worst team in the NBA the Miami Heat.

• Clemson Stuns Duke To Advance To First ACC Title Game In 46 Years

  AP | Mar 16, 2008

  The Tigers stunned Duke 78-74 on Saturday to advance to play UNC for the ACC tourney title.

• Collison Scores 28 Points To Lead UCLA Over Stanford

  AP | Mar 16, 2008

  Darren Collison scored 28 points as the UCLA Bruins defeated the Stanford Cardinal 67-64 on Saturday to win the Pac-10 tournament title.

• Wizards' Arenas Nears Return

  AP | Mar 16, 2008

  Gilbert Arenas has been practicing with the Wizards since March 4.

• Clippers' Thornton Injures Leg

  yahoo.com | Mar 16, 2008

  Clippers' rookie Al Thornton left Saturday's 119-109 OT loss to the Wizards with a left leg contusion.

• Boston's Allen Questionable With Ankle

  The Boston Herald | Mar 15, 2008

  Ray Allen jammed his left ankle in a loss to the Jazz on Friday and is questionable for the opener of the Celtics' five-game road trip.

• David West Could Miss Game Against Pistons

  The Times-Picayune | Mar 15, 2008

  David West might not play for the Hornets when they take on the Pistons on Sunday afternoon because of a sprained right ankle.

• Gasol Will Miss Rest Of Road Trip

  ESPN | Mar 15, 2008

  The Lakers will be without Pau Gasol for the rest of their current road trip due to a sprained ankle.

• Hansbrough's Shot Lifts UNC Past Hokies

  AP | Mar 15, 2008

  UNC's Tyler Hansbrough hit a fadeaway jumper with 0.8 seconds left to help No. 1 UNC beat Virginia Tech 68-66 on Saturday in the ACC tournament semifinals.

• Bulls Recall Nichols; Assign Brown, Simmons To Iowa

  Press Release | Mar 15, 2008

  The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has recalled rookie forward Demetris Nichols from the Iowa Energy of the D-League. The Bulls also announced they have placed Shannon Brown and Cedric Simmons on assignment with the Energy.

• Isiah Gives Chandler 'Vote Of Confidence'

  The New York Post | Mar 15, 2008

  With Eddy Curry out for the season, Isiah Thomas plans to play rookie Wilson Chandler major minutes.

• Could Memphis Make A Run At Monta?

  The Memphis Commercial Appeal | Mar 15, 2008

  The Grizzles have a decent amount of cap space heading into the offseason and there have been rumors that they might look to throw some of that money at Monta Ellis.

• Houston's Win Streak Hits 21

  Andrew Perna/RealGM | Mar 15, 2008

  The Houston Rockets extended their historic win streak to 21 games on Friday night with a victory over the Charlotte Bobcats.

• SEC Tournament Delayed As Georgia Dome Sustains Damage

  ESPN | Mar 15, 2008

  The SEC Tournament match up between Mississippi State and Alabama was delayed more than an hour due to a severe storm which left the Georgia Dome damaged.

• Ray Allen Hurts Ankle In Blowout Home Loss To Jazz

  ESPN | Mar 15, 2008

  Ray Allen missed the final three quarters of the Celtics' 110-92 home loss to the Utah Jazz with a jammed left ankle.

• Raptors Sue For Garbajosa Insurance

  Toronto Star | Mar 15, 2008

  The Toronto Raptors are suing the Spanish basketball federation for "payment of insurance proceeds related to Jorge Garbajosa's injury.

• Sonics Reach Deal With Oklahoma City On Arena

  Sports Illustrated | Mar 15, 2008

  The SuperSonics and Oklahoma City reached a preliminary agreement on a lease at the Ford Center.

• Gasol Sprains Left Ankle

  SI.com | Mar 15, 2008

  Pau Gasol needed help to limp off the court after spraining his left ankle in New Orleans on Friday.

• Woodson: We Need To Play Defense

  The Atlanta Journal-Constitution | Mar 14, 2008

  Hawks' Coach Mike Woodson thinks that his team needs to get back to the basics of rebounding and playing defense if they want to make the playoffs.

• Could Jermaine Return Soon In Indiana?

  The New York Post | Mar 14, 2008

  Jermaine O'Neal, who has been on the shelf since mid-January with knee issues, could be close to returning to the court for the Pacers.

• Nelson: Suns Are Running Triangle Offense

  The Arizona Republic | Mar 14, 2008

  After losing to the Suns on Thursday night, Warriors' Coach Don Nelson has determined that Phoenix runs the triangle offense.

• Bucks Request Waivers On David Noel

  NBA.com | Mar 14, 2008

  The Milwaukee Bucks have requested waivers on guard/forward David Noel, General Manager Larry Harris announced Friday.

• Sonics Recall Mouhamed Sene

  NBA.com | Mar 14, 2008

  The Seattle Supersonics have recalled Mouhamed Sene from their D-League affiliate the Idaho Stampede.

• Knicks' Curry To Have Season-Ending Knee Surgery

  AP | Mar 14, 2008

  New York Knicks' center Eddy Curry will have arthroscopic knee surgery next week to have a piece of torn cartilage removed.

• NBA Suspends Spurs' Bowen One Game

  Press Release | Mar 14, 2008

  The NBA has suspended Bruce Bowen of the Spurs for one game without pay for striking the Hornets' Chris Paul with his leg.

• Durant: Oklahoma A 'Great Place' For Basketball

  Oklahoman | Mar 14, 2008

  Kevin Durant may one day play his home games in Oklahoma, and he thinks it would be a great place for NBA basketball.

• Suns Assign Tucker To NBA D-League

  Press Release | Mar 14, 2008

  The Phoenix Suns assigned swingman Alando Tucker to the Albuquerque Thunderbirds of the NBA Development League.

• Gooden Doesn't Mind Trade Rumors

  Philadelphia Daily News | Mar 14, 2008

  Drew Gooden has been traded several times during his NBA career and has been traded in the media and on message boards like RealGM dozens more times.

• Browne Sanders Tried To Work For Chicago?

  New York Post | Mar 14, 2008

  Anucha Browne Sanders said she had an exploratory conversation with the Bulls regarding an NBA return.

• Suns Run The Triangle Offense?

  Arizona Republic | Mar 14, 2008

  Don Nelson claims the Suns run a version of the triangle offense.

• Cavs' Allred Becomes First Legally Deaf NBA Player

  Beacon-Journal | Mar 14, 2008

  Lance Allred, who was signed by the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 10-day contract this week, is the first legally deaf player to play in the NBA.

• Jefferson: I Want To Finish Career With Nets

  Star-Ledger | Mar 14, 2008

  Richard Jefferson hopes to remain a member of the Nets for the rest of his NBA career.

• Pierce Nearly Dealt To Portland For 2005 1st Round Pick?

  Boston Globe | Mar 14, 2008

  Danny Ainge likely would have selected point guard Deron Williams if he had sent Paul Pierce to the Blazers.

• Battier: Rockets Worst 20-Game Streak Team In History

  Houston Chronicle | Mar 14, 2008

  A 20-game winning streak is improbable, and Shane Battier believes it is even more improbable when you consider the club accomplishing it.

• Butler Returns In Big Win For Wizards

  ESPN | Mar 14, 2008

  Caron Butler returned to the floor on Thursday night for the Washington Wizards in a big win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

• LeBron To Appear On Vogue's Cover

  AP | Mar 14, 2008

  Cavaliers star forward LeBron James will appear on the April cover of Vogue, one of only three men to appear in the fashion magazine.

• Spurs' Udoka To Miss Two Games

  yahoo.com | Mar 13, 2008

  The San Antonio Spurs will be without F Ime Udoka for at least the next two games due to a right ankle injury.

• Stern Wants To Raise Age Minimum

  The Boston Globe | Mar 13, 2008

  In a brief interview with Time Magazine David Stern admitted that he would like to increase the league's age minimum to 20 years.

• Sam Vincent: I'd Give Myself A

  The Charlotte Observer | Mar 13, 2008

  Bobcats head coach Sam Vincent was asked on Thursday how he'd grade his performance in his first year of head coaching.

• Cavaliers Sign Allred From D-League To 10-Day Contract

  Press Release | Mar 13, 2008

  The Cavaliers have signed center Lance Allred from the Idaho Stampede to a 10-day contract.

• Everyone Optimistic Udrih Has Future In Sactown?

  Sacramento Bee | Mar 13, 2008

  Both the Kings and Beno Udrih believe he will be their starting point guard for many seasons to come.

• Houston Hits 20 In The RGM Daily Rundown For Mar. 12th's Games

  Andrew Perna/RealGM | Mar 13, 2008

  The Rockets extended their winning streak to twenty games on Wednesday night, good enough for second on the NBA's all-time list.

• Magic Closing In On Playoff Berth

  The Daytona Beach News-Journal | Mar 13, 2008

  With five weeks left in the regular season the Orlando Magic reduced their magic number to three with a win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night.

• No Timetable For Webber's Return

  The Contra Costa Times | Mar 13, 2008

  Chris Webber returned to the Warriors last night after a week's worth of rehabilitation on his strained left knee, but there is still no timetable for his return.

• Report: Blazers' Oden Practices With Team

  espn.com | Mar 13, 2008

  The Trail Blazers' Greg Oden practiced with the team for 45 minutes on Wednesday, as reported by ESPN.com and The Portland Oregonian.

• Butler Expected Back Thursday

  ESPN | Mar 13, 2008

  Caron Butler may finally be back in uniform for the Washington Wizards on Thursday against LeBron James and the Cavaliers.

• D-Wade Undergoes Shockwave Treatment

  yahoo.com | Mar 13, 2008

  Miami Heat star Dwayne Wade underwent shockwave treatment on his left knee on Wednesday.

• Clippers Sign Smush Parker

  Press Release | Mar 12, 2008

  The Los Angeles Clippers today signed free agent guard William “Smush” Parker.

• Magic GM Wants A 'Nasty Attitude'

  The Orlando Sentinel | Mar 12, 2008

  Orlando Magic GM Otis Smith said on Wednesday morning that he wants his team to develop a nasty attitude.

• Karl 'Hopeful' About Nene's Return

  The Rocky Mountain News | Mar 12, 2008

  The Nuggets should know by the end of the week whether or not Nene will be able to return to the lineup this season.

• Baron Mum On Future With Warriors?

  The Mercury News | Mar 12, 2008

  The Warriors picked up coach Don Nelson's contract on Tuesday, but Baron Davis refused to say what that might mean for his future with the team.

• Miami Signs Bobby Jones To 10-Day Contract

  Press Release | Mar 12, 2008

  The Miami Heat announced today that they have signed free agent forward Bobby Jones to a 10-day contract.

• ASU's Harden Says He Is Staying For Sophomore Season

  Arizona Republic | Mar 12, 2008

  Arizona State's James Harden said Tuesday that he plans to stay in Tempe for his sophomore season.

• O'Bryant Using D-League To Improve Free Agent Stock

  Contra Costa Times | Mar 12, 2008

  Patrick O'Bryant reportedly wanted a move down to the D-League in order to improve his stock as an upcoming free agent.

• Riley To Scout Beasley, But Considering Trading Pick?

  Miami Herald | Mar 12, 2008

  Pat Riley will be in Kansas City this week to scout Michael Beasley, who is nearly everyone's top prospect, including RealGM.

• Lakers Considering Signing Newble

  Los Angeles Times | Mar 12, 2008

  The Los Angeles Lakers are considering signing free-agent forward Ira Newble.

• Bynum Runs On Treadmill For First Time

  ESPN | Mar 12, 2008

  Andrew Bynum ran on a treadmill on Tuesday for the first time since injuring his knee two months ago.

• Pavlovic Could Return Against New Jersey

  Akron Beacon Journal | Mar 12, 2008

  Cleveland's Sasha Pavlovic wasn't supposed to be ready to return to the court for another two weeks after suffering a left midfoot sprain six weeks ago, but he could play against New Jersey on Wednesday night.

• Rasheed's Sore Ankle Is 'So-So'

  The Detroit News | Mar 12, 2008

  Rasheed Wallace has missed the Pistons' last two games and is questionable on Wednesday night against the Sixers because of a sore left ankle.

• The Lake Show In The RGM Daily Rundown For Mar. 11th's Games

  Andrew Perna/RealGM | Mar 12, 2008

  The Lakers knocked off the Raptors thanks to a tremendous performance from their current ‘Big Three’. Kobe Bryant led Los Angeles with 34 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists.

• Kidd: ''We Were On The Wrong Side Of The Hudson''

  New York Post | Mar 12, 2008

  Jason Kidd said that the success he and the Nets had in New Jersey did not receive the accolades that it should have because of how the team is overshadowed by the Knicks.

• Gordon Overakes Jordan For Third Place On Bulls' 3-Point List

  Chicago Tribune | Mar 12, 2008

  Ben Gordon passed Michael Jordan for third place among franchise three-point leaders on Tuesday night.

• Clippers Consider Parker For Rest Of The Season

  L.A. Times | Mar 12, 2008

  The L.A. Clippers are interested in signing former Miami Heat outcast Smush Parker for the remainder of the season

• John Wooden Released From Hospital

  yahoo.com | Mar 11, 2008

  Legendary basketball coach John Wooden has been released from a Los Angeles hospital on Tuesday where he was being treated following a fall at his home.

• Houston's Landry Has Knee Evaluated

  The Houston Chronicle | Mar 11, 2008

  Rockets' rookie Carl Landry had a second round of tests on his injured right knee on Monday, but nothing has been changed.

• Riley Won't Miss Any Games While Scouting

  The Miami Herald | Mar 11, 2008

  Pat Riley will not miss any games with the Heat while scouting players for the June's draft.

• Prosecutor Suspended For Letting Martin Off

  ESPN | Mar 11, 2008

  A Denver prosecutor has been suspended for letting Nuggets' forward Kenyon Martin keep his driver's license despite a pair of high-level speeding tickets.

• Hansbrough's No. 50 Jersey To Be Retired By UNC

  AP | Mar 11, 2008

  Tyler Hansbrough's Nop. 50 jersey will become just the eighth UNC Tar Heel to have his number retired.

• Warriors Exercise 08-09 Option On Nel