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Pacers Sign Granger To Five-Year Extension

The Pacers have signed forward Danny Granger to a five-year contract extension worth between $60 million and $64 million dollars.

"I think it’s great for Danny and the Pacers," Granger’s agent, Mark Bartelstein said. "I think (president) Larry Bird and (general manager) David Morway and (owner) Herb Simon did a terrific job in being proactive here. There were a lot of long conversations with David, Larry, myself and my associate Aaron Mintz.

"You have a great emerging player. I think the Pacers are trying to rebuild the franchise and I think to let Danny get into restricted free agency when you never know what could happen, I think it was a terrific move on their part to get Danny locked up. It shows how much he means to them."

The extension will begin next season.

Via Indianapolis Star


Marbury Inactive For Foreseeable Future

Stephon Marbury will be inactive for Friday's game between the Knicks and Sixers in Philadelphia and Mike D'Antoni says that Marbury will remain inactive for the foreseeable future.

"Either he has a big part of the pie or none and [Wednesday] night was none," Mike D'Antoni said. "And he felt it was tough just sitting there like that. So if we were going to go for that decision, then we decided that it would be probably better that he doesn’t dress. Otherwise, it's hard for him to sit there. I understood that."

"I’m not frusturated at all," Marbury said. "I have no control over it. If it was raining outside, I can't get mad if it’s raining. I’ve got to go get an umbrella and then walk in the rain. I have no control over the situation. The coach makes the decision on who plays and who’s not going to play and obviously, right now he feels like I’m not one of the guys that’s going to be playing."

Speaking about whether he felt he had played his last game in a Knick uniform, Marbury said, "I didn't go that far. I’m not there. I’m not in that place."

"I want to stress, he’s been great," D'Antoni said. "He did everything we asked, he came ready. So it’s really just two things collided and I just couldn’t make this fit. I want to be respectful to him and everything, he’s been in the league a long time. This is the best thing I can come up with."

Anthony Roberson will be activated for Friday's game.

Via Newsday


Agent: Webster Signs 4-Year Extension With Blazers

The Blazers reportedly signed swingman Martell Webster to a four-year contract extension on Friday afternoon.

Webster's agent Bob Myers told ESPN that his client has signed a four-year extension with the Blazers believed to be worth $20 million.

The fourth season of Webster's new contract, which will kick in next season, is a team option.

Webster is expected to miss two months while recovering from recent foot surgery.

Via ESPN


Oct 2008 Archive

  • Jazz Won't Pick Up Almond's Option, Could Deal Him

    The Jazz will not pick up the third-year option on the contract of guard Morris Almond, who spent a majority of last season in the NBDL.

  • Yao Doesn't Like Idea Of Playing In Football Stadium

    Rockets center Yao Ming doesn't like that the 2010 NBA All-Star Game will be played at the new Dallas Cowboys stadium in Arlington.

  • Granger: Pacers Can Play With Anyone

    Indiana forward Danny Granger believes that the team can play with anyone in the NBA, including the defending-champion Celtics, whom the Pacers will host on Friday.

  • Warriors Want Lee, Killing Curry-For-Harrington Trade

    The Knicks had serious discussions with the Warriors about a trade involving Eddy Curry and Al Harrington, but talks ended when Golden State insisted that they receive David Lee in the deal as well.

  • Warriors Exercise Options On Belinelli, Wright; Decline On Williams

    The Golden State Warriors on Friday exercised the third-year options on Marco Belinelli and Brandan Wright and declined the fourth-year option on Marcus Williams.

  • Celtics Exercise Option On Rondo

    The Boston Celtics announced today that the club has exercised the fourth year option on guard Rajon Rondo. Per team policy, financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

  • Iguodala: Sixers Inspired By Phillies

    76ers' swingman Andre Iguodala has been inspired by the World Series triumph of the Philadelphia Phillies.

  • Theus Keeps Kings Away From South Beach

    Kings' coach Reggie Theus decided to keep his team in Minneapolis on Wednesday night and practice there on Thursday to avoid a night of potential night of distraction in South Beach.

  • Camby Falling In Love With Clippers

    Clippers' center Marcus Camby is starting to fall in love with his new team after an unceremonious departure from the Nuggets.

  • Rose Avoids Hazing From Teammates

    Bulls' rookie Derrick Rose has admitted that his teammates haven't hazed him thus far.

  • Del Negro Gets Advice From Boston Coach Rivers

    After landing the head coaching job in Chicago, one of the first people that Vinny Del Negro sought advice from was Boston coach Doc Rivers.

  • Asking Marbury To Stay Away An Option For Knicks?

    One of the options the Knicks are considering regarding point guard Stephon Marbury is asking him to stay away until either the team can trade him or there is a contract buyout.

  • Lakers Announce Bynum Extension

    The Los Angeles Lakers have signed fourth-year center Andrew Bynum to a multi-year contract extension, it was officially announced today by GM Mitch Kupchak.

  • Isiah Thomas Was Not Breathing When Police Arrived At Home

    The New York Daily News has obtained a copy of the incident report about the 911 call to Isiah Thomas' home last week.

  • UNC's Hansbrough Held Out Of Practice With Shin Injury

    UNC's Tyler Hansbrough is being held out of practice indefinitely with a stress reaction condition in his right shin.

  • RealGM Recaps For Games Played On Oct. 30

    Larry Brown made his coaching debut in Charlotte, while Rick Carlisle stood on the sidelines in Dallas for the first time. In addition to those headlines, Chris Paul and Steve Nash did battle as the Suns hosted the Hornets.

  • Walsh Backs D'Antoni's Marbury Benching

    Stephon Marbury is out of the rotation with the Knicks.

  • Nets Exercise Options On Boone, Yi And Williams

    The Nets have exercised a fourth year contract option on Josh Boone and third year contract options on Sean Williams and Yi Jianlian while declining to pick up the fourth year contract option on Maurice Ager.

  • Stern: Bucks Will Stay In Milwaukee, Need New Arena

    NBA Commissioner David Stern claims that the Bucks will remain in Milwaukee, but he believes that they will need a new arena at some point.

  • Nets' Ratner Denies Talks With Investors

    Nets owner Bruce Ratner has denied a report that he has had discussions with potential investors in Russia and Dubai about becoming sources of cash for the team and the Atlantic Yards project planned in Brooklyn.

  • Indiana's Granger Is Still Waiting For Extension

    The Pacers and forward Danny Granger still haven't agreed to terms on a contract extension as Friday's deadline inches closer.

  • Jackson: Lakers Haven't Shed 'Soft' Label

    Lakers' coach Phil Jackson doesn't believe that his team has shed the 'soft' label they earned in their loss to the Celtics in the NBA Finals last June.

  • Maxiell Agrees To $20M Deal With Pistons

    The Pistons and Jason Maxiell have reportedly agreed on a $20 million, four-year contract extension, just one day before the deadline.

  • Source: Pistons, Maxiell Agree To $20M Deal

    The Detroit Pistons and forward Jason Maxiell on Thursday agreed on a four-year, $20M contract extension.

  • Report: Bynum Agrees To 4-Year, $58M Extension With Lakers

    The Los Angeles Times on Thursday reported that the Lakers have reached an agreement on a four-year contract extension with center Andrew Bynum.

  • Curry For Harrington?

    The Knicks and Warriors have reportedly had discussions about a trade involving Eddy Curry and Al Harrington.

  • Chicago's Rose, Thomas Sit Out Practice

    Bulls' guard Derrick Rose and forward Tyrus Thomas both sat out practice on Wednesday.

  • Hornets' Wright Could Miss Two More Games

    The Hornets were without forward Julian Wright on Wednesday night, and the second-year player could miss another two games because of a sprained right ankle.

  • LeBron Takes Part In Rally For Obama

    LeBron James took part in a rally for Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama on Wednesday night at the Quicken Loans Arena.

  • Curry, Marbury Sit As Knicks Open With Win

    Eddy Curry and Stephon Marbury did not get off the bench last night against Miami, but the Knicks still managed to win their season opener.

  • Mavs' George To Miss At Least Two Games

    The Dallas Mavericks will be without forward Devean George for at least the first two games after an MRI revealed a left hand injury.

  • Timberwolves Exercise Options On Foye, Brewer

    The Minnesota Timberwolves will retain the services of Randy Foye and Corey Brewer for at least one more season after the team exercised options on both players on Wednesday.

  • Nuggets Pick Up Balkman's Option

    The Denver Nuggets have picked up the 2009-2010 contract option on Renaldo Balkman's contract.

  • J.O. To Hecklers: 'I’ll Be In The Game In A Second'

    Raptors' center Jermaine O'Neal was heckled by some fans during the team's season opener against the 76ers in Philadelphia on Wednesday.

  • Warriors Sign Don Nelson To Extension

    The Golden State Warriors announced on Wednesday that the club has signed Head Coach Don Nelson to a contract extension.

  • Oden Out 2-4 Weeks

    Blazers center Greg Oden will miss two to four weeks of action after injuring his foot against the Lakers in his NBA debut on Tuesday night.

  • Popovich Plays Joke On Shaq?

    Spurs coach Gregg Popovich appeared to play a joke on Suns center Shaquille O'Neal just a few seconds into a game between Phoenix and San Antonio on Wednesday night.

  • Baron Thinks Clippers Will Have Rough Beginning

    Clippers' point guard Baron Davis believes that the team will have a rough stretch at the beginning of the season before they bring excitement back to the franchise.

  • Cavs Will Use 10-Man Rotation To Rest LeBron

    Cavaliers' coach Mike Brown will use a ten-man rotation at the start of the season in order to give LeBron James some rest.

  • Van Gundy: Magic's Window Open For Title

    Magic coach Stan Van Gundy believes that the team's window to win a championship should be open for a few years.

  • Nuggets' Kleiza Expected To Receive Extension

    The Nuggets are reportedly close to a contract extension with forward Linas Kleiza.

  • Harrington: 'I've Been Wanting Trade Since Last Season'

    Warriors' forward Al Harrington confirmed on Tuesday night that he would like to be traded and admitted that his desire to leave Golden State began last season.

  • Spurs Exercise Third-Year Option On Mahinmi

    The Spurs exercised their third-year option on center Ian Mahinmi's rookie contract Wednesday.

  • Irregular Heartbeat Sidelines Spurs' Forward Oberto

    Spurs' forward Fabricio Oberto will sit out the first two games of the regular season after undergoing treatment for an irregular heartbeat.

  • Terry: Don't Sleep On The Mavericks

    Dallas guard Jason Terry is warning people not to sleep on the team this season.

  • Undrafted Rookie Nelson Will Start For Warriors

    Undrafted rookie guard DeMarcus Nelson will start at point guard for the Warriors in their season-opener on Wednesday night.

  • Bobcats To Sign Linton Johnson

    The Bobcats are expected to sign forward Linton Johnson to bring their roster up to the league maximum of 15 players.

  • 2010 NBA All-Star Game To Be Played In Cowboys' New Stadium

    The 2010 NBA All-Star game will be played at the new Dallas Cowboys stadium in Arlington, Texas.

  • Williams Will Miss Jazz Opener

    Jazz GM Kevin O'Connor confirmed to Deseret News columnist Tim Buckley on Tuesday that Deron Williams will not be in uniform when Utah opens their season on Wednesday.

  • Westbrook Sprains Ankle, But Expected To Play

    Thunder rookie Russell Westbrook suffered a sprained ankle on Tuesday morning but is still expected to play in his team's season opener.

  • Oden Hurt In NBA Debut

    Greg Oden has had an NBA debut to forget, spraining his foot during the first half and not returning to the game.

  • Deng, Gooden, Hinrich Named Bulls' Captains

    The Chicago Bulls have announced that Luol Deng, Drew Gooden, and Kirk Hinrich as the team's captains for 2008-2009.

  • Webber, Payton Join NBA TV As Studio Analysts

    Former NBA All-Stars Chris Webber and Gary Payton will serve as analysts for NBATV in 2008-2009.

  • Report: Ex-Knicks Coach Thomas Was Passed Out

    Officers who responded to the 911 call to Isiah Thomas' house found a man passed out on the floor and gave him oxygen until an ambulance arrived.

  • 76ers Officially Change Start Of Home Opener To 6pm On October 29

    The Philadelphia 76ers today officially moved the start time of their home opener against the Toronto Raptors at the Wachovia Center on Wednesday, October 29 to 6:00 p.m.

  • Rose Helps Lead Bulls Over Bucks

    Derrick Rose, the first overall pick from June's NBA Draft, scored 11 points and dished 8 assists on Tuesday night as the Chicago Bulls defeated the Milwaukee Bucks.

  • Celtics Edge Cavs, Win Opener

    Paul Pierce led the Boston Celtics to a season-opening win, 90-85, over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night with 27 points.

  • Mavericks Exercise Option On Williams

    The Dallas Mavericks announced today they have exercised the option on forward Shawne Williams for the 2009-10 season.

  • Report: Harrington Asks For Trade

    Two NBA sources claim that Al Harrington has asked the Warriors to trade him because he doesn't want to play for coach Don Nelson anymore.

  • Spoelstra Wants Haslem To Gain Weight

    Heat coach Erik Spoelstra wants forward Udonis Haslem to add roughly five pounds to his 230 pound frame in order to help counteract the team's undersized roster.

  • LBJ: Cavs Won't Watch Celtics Get Rings

    LeBron James says that the Cavaliers will not be on the court to watch the Celtics receive their rings on Tuesday night.

  • 'Stunned' Curry Not Part Of Knicks' Rotation

    Eddy Curry is not expected to be a part of coach Mike D'Antoni's regular rotation when the Knicks begin their season against the Heat on Wednesday.

  • Curry To Be Traded?

    Frank Isola thinks Eddy Curry is on the way out.

  • Shaq: I'm Still NBA's Best Big Man

    Suns center Shaquille O'Neal still believes that he is the NBA's best big man.

  • Lakers Exercise Option On Farmar, Bynum Still Waiting

    The Lakers exercised the fourth-year option on the contract of guard Jordan Farmar on Monday, but center Andrew Bynum is still without an extension as Friday's deadline approaches.

  • Heat Exercise Option On Daequan Cook

    The Miami Heat on Tuesday exercised the third year player option on Daequan Cook.

  • Celtics Give Ainge Extension, New Title

    The Celtics have extended the contract of Danny Ainge and given him a new title, president of basketball operations.

  • Celtics Give Ainge Extension, New Title

    The Celtics have extended the contract of Danny Ainge and given him a new title -- president of basketball operations.

  • Iverson Says He's Ready For Opener

    Nuggets' guard Allen Iverson has declared himself ready for the team's opener against the Jazz on Wednesday.

  • Monta Ellis Plans To File Appeal

    Monta Ellis spoke out for the first time on Monday since the Warriors suspended him thirty games for injuring his ankle in a moped accident.

  • Rookie Batum Will Start For Blazers

    Blazers' Coach Nate McMillan confirmed on Monday that rookie Nicolas Batum will start at small forward in the team's season opener against the Lakers on Tuesday night.

  • Ford: Pacers Have Moved On From Brawl

    T.J. Ford believes that the Pacers have done a great job of remaking their roster, and that the infamous brawl at the Palace of Auburn Hills is a thing of the past.

  • Ratner Explored Nets Sale

    The Nets have been losing from $20 million to $25 million annually for several seasons.

  • Wilson Chandler Ready For Opener

    Wilson Chandler's knee sprain will not keep him out of the season opener.

  • Rockets' Brooks Out 1-3 Weeks With Ankle Bruise

    Rockets' guard Aaron Brooks will miss the next one to three weeks with a bone bruise to his right ankle.

  • Nets' Boone Back At Practice After Rapid Heartbeat

    Nets' big man Josh Boone returned to practice on Monday after missing more than a week because of a rapid heartbeat.

  • Bucks Claim Austin Croshere; Waive Adrian Griffin

    The Milwaukee Bucks have acquired forward Austin Croshere off waivers, General Manager John Hammond announced today.

  • Bulls Re-Sign Michael Ruffin

    The Chicago Bulls announced today that the team has re-signed forward/center Michael Ruffin to a contract.

  • Duhon: Obama Talks Trash On Court

    Knicks' point guard Chris Duhon claims that presidential candidate Barack Obama likes talking trash while playing basketball.

  • Sanders: Isiah Had It Coming

    Former Knicks' executive Anucha Browne Sanders reacted Sunday to reports that the man she sued for sexual harassment accidentally overdosed on sleeping pills.

  • Huge Decisions Looming For Dumars

    Pistons GM Joe Dumars will have quite a few decisions to make in the near future with Jason Maxiell, Richard Hamilton, Amir Johnson and Tayshaun Prince all possessing the power to hit the free agent market soon.

  • Wizards Exercise Options On Pecherov, Young

    Washington Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has exercised the third-year option on both center/forward Oleksiy Pecherov and guard Nick Young.

  • Kleiza, Nuggets Continue To Discuss Extension

    The Nuggets are continuing to discuss the possibilty of a contract extension that would kick in next season for reserve Linas Kleiza.

  • Livingston's Knee Holding Up Well

    The knee of Heat point guard Shaun Livingston held up fine after playing back-to-back preseason games this season.

  • Williams, Harpring Doubtful For Season Opener

    Deron Williams and Matt Harpring are listed as doubtful by the Utah Jazz for their opening game against the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday.

  • Pistons Want More Offense From Prince

    Pistons' coach Michael Curry would like forward Tayshaun Prince to be more assertive on the offensive end this season.

  • Raptors Exercise Team Option On Bargnani

    The Toronto Raptors on Monday exercised the fourth-year team option of Andrea Bargnani.

  • Coby Karl Waived By Lakers

    Coby Karl, the son of Nuggets' coach George Karl, was waived by the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday.

  • Ewing Jr. Waived; Walsh Comments

    The Knicks have released Patrick Ewing Jr.

  • Baron Davis Questionable For Opener

    Clippers star guard Baron Davis is expected to be listed a questionable for Wednesday night's opener, due to a partial tear of a ligament in his left ring finger.

  • Warriors Waive Rob Kurz

    The Golden State Warriors on Monday waived forward Rob Kurz, reducing the club's roster to 15 players.

  • Hawks' Johnson Ready Despite Strained Groin

    Hawks guard Joe Johnson is expected to be ready for the team's opener on Wednesday despite a strained groin.

  • Mavericks' Carlisle Impressed With Green

    Dallas coach Rick Carlisle has been impressed with the play of Gerald Green in the preseason and won't hesitate to use him in the team's opener against the Rockets.

  • Magic Looking At Hudson As Third PG

    The Magic are looking at Troy Hudson as a possible third point guard heading into the 2008-09 season.

  • Gordon Won't Start For Bulls

    Ben Gordon has not made secret his desire to be a starter, but when the Bulls' season starts on Tuesday night Gordon will once again be on the bench.

  • Spurs Waive Malik Hairston

    The San Antonio Spurs announced today that they have waived guard/forward Malik Hairston.

  • Gerry McNamara Waived By Jazz

    The Utah Jazz waived guard Gerry McNamara after practice on Saturday to reduce their roster to the NBA limit of 15.

  • Wade Is Expected To Remain With Heat

    Dwyane Wade can become a free agent in the summer of 2010, but many around the league expect him to remain with the Heat.

  • Miami Has High Hopes For Beasley

    The Miami Heat have high hopes for rookie forward Michael Beasley as he enters his first season in the league.

  • 76ers' Dalembert Makes Return To Practice

    Philadelphia center Samuel Dalembert returned to practice for the first time in a week on Saturday after injuring his knee.

  • Have Blazers Been Bad-Mouthing Miles?

    The Celtics have been praising Darius Miles, whom they recently released, but two NBA general managers claim that the Blazers have been bad-mouthing the free agent forward.

  • Miami Waives Padgett And Richards

    The Miami Heat announced on Sunday that the team has requested waivers on C David Padgett and G Jason Richards.

  • Lakers' Odom OK With Reserve Role

    Lamar Odom has had a change of heart and is now fine with the role of sixth man in Los Angeles.

  • Mavs Believe They Can Win It All

    Jason Kidd and Dirk Nowitzki aren't fazed by all this talk of the Celtics and Lakers meeting in the Finals once again; they believe the Mavericks can win it all.

  • Chicago's Rose Expects To Be Ready For Opener

    Bulls' rookie guard Derrick Rose expects to be ready for the start of the regular season despite suffering a hip flexor on Friday night in the team's exhibition finale.

  • Out-Of-Shape May Causing Problems For Bobcats

    The Charlotte Bobcats were hoping to have a fit and ready Sean May in 2008-2009 after the forward had knee surgery last season, but May came to training camp out of shape and had more fouls than rebounds during the exhibition season.

  • Nellie Agrees To Contract Extension With Warriors

    Warriors coach Don Nelson confirmed Saturday that he has agreed to a two-year contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2010-11 season.

  • Blazers Pick Up Options For Oden, Roy, Aldridge

    The Trail Blazers exercised the fourth-year options on LaMarcus Aldridge, Sergio Rodriguez, and Brandon Roy while also exercising the third-year option on Greg Oden.

  • Hornets Pick Up Options On Wright, Armstrong

    The New Orleans Hornets have exercised one-year team options on former first-round draft picks Hilton Armstrong and Julian Wright.

  • Police Liken Overdose At Isiah's Home To 'Cover-Up'

    A police chief likened the conflicting accounts of an accidental overdose at Isiah Thomas' home to a "cover-up".

  • Stoudamire Would Like To Coach At Arizona

    Former Arizona guard Damon Stoudamire said that he would "love to be a part of" the Wildcats' coaching staff in the near future.

  • Cavs' Hickson Missed Team Bus

    Cavaliers' rookie J.J. Hickson didn't play until the fourth quarter of Friday's exhibition game against the Wizards because he missed the team's bus for the morning shootaround.

  • Rivers Believes Celtics Can Repeat

    Celtics' coach Doc Rivers believes that his team can repeat as NBA champions this season.

  • Rockets Waive D.J. Strawberry

    The Rockets waived guard D.J. Strawberry on Friday, meaning that Von Wafer has secured the team's final roster spot.

  • Chicago's Hughes Will Only Miss 2-4 Weeks

    Bulls' guard Larry Hughes had a second MRI on Friday and could only miss 2-4 weeks of action instead of the 2-3 months that was initially reported.

  • Kobe On Season: 'I'll Be Ready'

    Lakers' guard Kobe Bryant tested his hyperextended knee on Friday night in the team's exhibition win over the Thunder.

  • Chalmers Hits Game-Winner For Miami

    Rookie guard Mario Chalmers hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer on Friday night to give the Heat a 96-93 win over the Spurs.

  • Sixers Could Reschedule Opener To Avoid World Series 'Conflict

    The Philadelphia 76ers season opener may be moved forward to avoid a scheduling conflict should the Phillies play the Tampa Bay Rays in the World Series on Wednesday night.

  • Ewing Performance May Earn Him Spot On Knicks?

    The New York Knicks were leaning towards waiving Patrick Ewing Jr. by tomorrow's deadline in order to get their roster down to 15 players, but Friday's performance may have just won him a spot on the roster.

  • Skiles: Bulls' Rose A Star

    Bucks' coach Scott Skiles believes that his former team has a star in Derrick Rose.

  • Sources: Warriors Talking Extension With Nelson

    Don Nelson and Stephen Jackson may both have contract extensions with the Warriors before the season starts.

  • Conflicting Reports Surround Isiah Thomas Story

    It is unclear whether an ambulance called to Isiah Thomas' New York home was for Thomas or for his 17 year old daughter.

  • Bulls' Rose Leaves Preseason Finale With Hip Flexor

    Bulls' guard Derrick Rose left the team's preseason finale in the first quarter with a hip injury Friday night but is expected to be okay for the team's season opener on Tuesday night.

  • Alston Not Guilty On Drunken Driving Charge

    Houston guard Rafer Alston has been found not guilty of a drunken driving charge in August.

  • Kobe: 'I Want Boston' In Finals

    Lakers guard Kobe Bryant hopes to not only reach the NBA Finals once again, but to face the Celtics for the second-straight year.

  • Report: Isiah Overdosed On Sleeping Pills

    Police reportedly went to the home of Isiah Thomas early Friday morning responding to a report that he overdosed on sleeping pills, according to New York Post.

  • Exec: '5 To 7' Teams Are Profitable

    NBA commissioner David Stern claims that only half of the teams in the league are making a profit, but an executive believes that only "five to seven" are doing well.

  • Jazz Owner Miller Treated For Bone Infection, Ulcers

    Utah owner Larry Miller has had outpatient surgery for a bone infection and diabetic ulcers doctors found in his foot.

  • Maloofs' Casino OK To Take Bets, Not On Kings

    The NBA Board of Governors has voted to allow the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas to accept bets on league games, expect for ones involving the Kings.

  • Gallinari Looks Good In First Scrimmage

    Danilo Gallinari has been cleared to scrimmage.

  • Bulls Exercise Options On Thomas, Sefolosha And Noah

    The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has picked up the options for the 2009-10 season for forward Tyrus Thomas, guard Thabo Sefolosha, and forward/center Joakim Noah.

  • Curry: Pistons Giving Up Too Much In Paint

    Pistons' coach Michael Curry believes that his team is giving up too much in the paint to opposing teams.

  • Ginobili Adds Shooting To Rehab

    Spurs' guard Manu Ginobili has added some light shooting to his rehabilitation regimen as he recovers from offseason ankle surgery.

  • Kobe Sits Out Due To Swelling In Knee

    Lakers' guard Kobe Bryant sat out Thursday night's preseason game against the Bobcats due to swelling in his hyperextended right knee.

  • Stern Confident Best Players Will Stay In NBA

    NBA Commissioner David Stern is confident that his best players will remain in the league and not jump to Europe.

  • Blazers Waive Luke Jackson, Steven Hill

    The Portland Trail Blazers waived forward Luke Jackson and center Steven Hill on Thursday, trimming their roster to 15 players.

  • Stoudemire Dislocates Left Pinky In Preseason Win

    Amare Stoudemire scored 17 points before leaving the Suns' preseason win against the undermanned Oklahoma City Thunder in the third quarter with a dislocated left pinky.

  • Stern Says Half Of NBA Franchises Making Profit

    NBA Commissioner David Stern has revealed that only half of the NBA franchises are making a profit.

  • Hughes Optimistic About Shoulder Injury

    Despite the initial diagnosis suggesting that Bulls guard Larry Hughes may miss six to eight weeks after dislocating his shoulder, Hughes believes that he may not be out that long

  • Raptors Waive Sampson

    The Toronto Raptors waived Jamal Sampson on Wednesday, reducing their roster to 13 players.

  • Suns Exercise Option On Tucker, Waive Hite

    The Phoenix Suns have exercised their team option on Alando Tucker for the 2009-2010 season.

  • Nuggets Cut Fazekas, Patterson

    The Denver Nuggets cut Ruben Patterson, Nick Fazekas, Smush Parker, Mateen Cleaves, and James Mays from their roster on Thursday.

  • Sixers Waive Jared Reiner

    Philadelphia 76ers President and General Manager Ed Stefanski announced today that the team has waived Jared Reiner.

  • Arizona Coach Olson Retires

    University of Arizona AD Jim Livengood confirmed on Thursday that Lute Olson is retiring from coaching the Wildcats.

  • Nets Waive Gill, Hamilton, Hodge And Van Horn

    The New Jersey Nets have requested waivers on Eddie Gill, Brian Hamilton, Julius Hodge, and Keith Van Horn, Nets' President Rod Thorn announced today.

  • Clippers Waive Jelani McCoy

    The Los Angeles Clippers Thursday waived forward Jelani McCoy.

  • Pacers Waive Croshere And Davis

    The Indiana Pacers announced Thursday they have waived forwards Austin Croshere and Josh Davis.

  • Clippers Worked Out Lindsey Hunter

    The Clippers worked out free agent guard Lindsey Hunter as a precaution recently when the status of Baron Davis was unknown.

  • Knicks Waive Grunfeld

    The New York Knickerbockers President of Basketball Operations Donnie Walsh announced today that guard/forward Dan Grunfeld has been waived.

  • New York Exercises Options On Collins And Chandler

    The Knicks announced today that the team has exercised the fourth-year option on the contract for guard Mardy Collins and the third-year option on the contract for forward Wilson Chandler.

  • Bobcats Waive Williams To Trim Roster To 15

    The Charlotte Bobcats have waived forward Justin Williams to leave the team with the regular-season limit of 15 players.

  • Oden: I'm Getting More Comfortable

    Blazers rookie Greg Oden says that he is getting more comfortable on the floor with the team.

  • NBA Board Of Governors Approves Expanded Use Of Instant Replay

    The NBA Board of Governors voted to allow the expanded use of instant replay by game officials, beginning with the 2008-09 season, the league announced today.

  • Cavaliers Waive Dupree

    The Cleveland Cavaliers announced today that they have waived forward Ronald Dupree.

  • Knicks Cut Houston

    Allan Houston's comeback attempt has ended.

  • Mavericks Request Waivers On McLeod

    The Dallas Mavericks announced today that they have requested waivers on guard Keith McLeod.

  • Lute Olson To Resign At Arizona

    According to an ESPN report on Thursday, Arizona coach Lute Olson is set to announce his resignation.

  • Croshere Unlikely To Make It Through Cuts?

    The Pacers must trim their roster to fifteen players on Monday, and in order to keep Austin Croshere around they'll have to release someone with a guaranteed contract.

  • Spurs Waive Salim Stoudamire

    The Spurs waived guard Salim Stoudamire on Wednesday night after their preseason loss to the Wizards.

  • Chicago Waives Powell And Ruffin

    The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has waived forward Roger Powell and forward/center Michael Ruffin.

  • Bulls Waive Powell And Ruffin

    The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has waived forward Roger Powell and forward/center Michael Ruffin.

  • Shoulder Will Keep Hughes Out 6-8 Weeks

    Bulls guard Larry Hughes will miss six-to-eight weeks of action after dislocating his shoulder in Wednesday night's preseason win over the Timberwolves.

  • Utah Requests Waivers On Lyde And Muoneke

    Utah Jazz GM Kevin O’Connor announced today that the team has requested waivers on forwards Kevin Lyde and Gabe Muoneke.

  • Knicks Won't Give Lee Extension

    The New York Knicks have decided against offering fan favorite David Lee a contract extension ahead of the October 31 deadline.

  • Lakers Waive Joe Crawford And C.J. Giles

    The Los Angeles Lakers have requested waivers on guard Joe Crawford and forward CJ Giles, according to an announcement today.

  • Clippers Waive Curtis Sumpter

    The Los Angeles Clippers today waived forward Curtis Sumpter.

  • GMs Praise Bucks' Moves

    Most league general managers believe that John Hammond's moves since taking over the Bucks have been positive.

  • Bulls' Hughes Dislocates Shoulder

    Chicago Bulls' guard Larry Hughes left Wednesday's game against the T-Wolves with a dislocated right shoulder.

  • Kobe Could Play Thursday Against Bobcats

    Lakers' guard Kobe Bryant could play on Thursday night in the team's preseason game against the Bobcats despite a hyperextended knee.

  • Pierce: Miles Will Find A Home

    Celtics' forward Paul Pierce believes that Darius Miles, who was cut by the team earlier this week, will find a home with another team in the near future.

  • Dwight Howard: I Want To Win A Title

    Magic center Dwight Howard has one main goal this season - he wants to win an NBA title.

  • Clock Ticking On Granger Extension In Indy

    The Pacers have until Oct. 31 to extend the contract of forward Danny Granger up to five years.

  • Shaq And Hill Want To Buy Magic?

    Shaquille O'Neal and Grant Hill are reportedly serious about buying the Orlando Magic when their playing careers are over in a couple of years.

  • Kobe Won't Have MRI On Knee

    Kobe Bryant won't have an MRI on his hyperextended right knee, and the Lakers have listed him as day-to-day.

  • Annual GM Survey Released

    NBA general managers predict the Los Angeles Lakers to defeat the Boston Celtics in The Finals according to respondents of the Seventh Annual NBA.com GM Survey.

  • Magic In Need Of Third Point Guard

    The Magic are in need of a third point guard and will look to sign one that is cut by another team heading into the regular season.

  • Wizards' Stevenson On Europe: 'I Didn't Like It'

    Wizards' guard DeShawn Stevenson, having returned from Barcelona and Berlin a few days ago with the team, says that he didn't enjoy the overseas preseason trip.

  • Hawks' Woodson Calls Out Josh Smith

    Hawks' Coach Mike Woodson called out Josh Smith by name on Tuesday during practice when giving a speech to the team about taking their game to the next level.

  • DWI Trial Of Rockets Guard Alston To Begin

    Rockets' point guard Rafer Alston will appear at Harris County Court on Wednesday as a jury is selected to hear allegations that he drove drunk back in August.

  • D'Antoni Benches Out-Of-Shape Curry

    Eddy Curry is already in Mike D'Antoni's doghouse in New York, with his conditioning and lack of production leading to his benching.

  • Rose Scores 30 Points, Leads Bulls To Comeback Win

    Derrick Rose had his strongest showing of his young career yet, scoring 30 points including the go ahead basket with 41.5 seconds left, to bring the team back from a 23-point deficit to beat the Mavericks 109-105 Tuesday night.

  • Gay Out With Staph Infection

    A straph infection has sidelined high flyer Rudy Gay for the Grizzlies' game against Miami on Tuesday night and may keep him out against Orlando on Wednesday.

  • Ainge: Miles Remains Capable

    Even though the Boston Celtics waived forward Darius Miles, GM Danny Ainge said on Tuesday that Miles is not done in the NBA and if his team has injuries, he would not hesitate to bring him back.

  • Seattle Mayor: 'Door Is Open' For NBA To Return

    Greg Nickels, the Mayor of Seattle, says that while he has not spoken to anyone from the NBA, he believes that the door is wide open for an NBA return to Seattle.

  • Kobe Hyperextends Right Knee

    Lakers star Kobe Bryant hyperextended his right knee in a preseason game on Tuesday night, and will be re-examined on Wednesday.

  • OKC Waives Byars And Alexander

    Oklahoma City Thunder General Manager Sam Presti announced today that the team has waived center Chris Alexander and guard Derrick Byars.

  • Clippers Will Exercise Option On Thornton

    The Clippers announced on Tuesday that they will exercise the third-year contract option on forward Al Thornton.

  • Orlando's Foyle Pondering Retirement

    Magic center Adonal Foyle is contemplating retirement at the end of the 2008-09 season.

  • Kirilenko Will Remain On Utah's Bench

    Even with point guard Deron Williams out for two weeks with a sprained ankle, Jazz Coach Jerry Sloan will not move former All-Star Andrei Kirilenko off the bench and into the starting lineup.

  • Could Knicks Trade Jamal Crawford?

    The Knicks would have more to gain by trading Jamal Crawford than Stephon Marbury this season.

  • Wizards Waive DerMarr Johnson, Linton Johnson

    Washington Wizards' President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has waived forwards DerMarr Johnson and Linton Johnson.

  • Baron On GSW Upper Management: It's Not Good To Be Lied To

    Baron Davis and Golden State VP Chris Mullin had a tentative agreement for a three-year, $39 million contract extension before Robert Rowell refused those parameters.

  • Jermaine To Bynum: 'Be Patient'

    Raptors' forward Jermaine O'Neal has advised young Lakers' center Andrew Bynum to be patient regarding the knee troubles that have plagued him.

  • Dalembert Remains Sidelined With Flu, Knee Injury

    Philadelphia center Samuel Dalembert is still sidelined with both a sprained and bruised right knee and the flu.

  • Lakers' Vujacic Practices With Sore Ankle

    Lakers' guard Sasha Vujacic practiced on Monday for the first time since spraining his left ankle on the first day of training camp.

  • Knee Isn't A Problem For Wizards' Jamison

    Washington forward Antawn Jamison practiced without a protective sleeve on his banged-up right knee on Monday and expects to be at 100 percent for the start of the regular season.

  • Nets' Boone Not Down After Heart Scare

    Nets center Josh Boone hasn't let a health scare involving his heart get him down heading into the 2008-09 season.

  • Former Celtics' Owner Mangurian Dies At 82

    Former Celtics' owner Harry Mangurian Jr., also a renowned horse breeder, has died of leukemia at 82.

  • Bynum Chasing $17M Per Season?

    Andrew Bynum is reportedly seeking $17 million a season from the Lakers.

  • Bucks Request Waivers On Howard And Kruger

    The Milwaukee Bucks have requested waivers on guards Ron Howard and Kevin Kruger, General Manager John Hammond announced today.

  • Marbury May Start Tonight

    The Knicks have discussed starting Stephon Marbury at shooting guard tonight against the Boston Celtics.

  • Owner Not Interested In Selling Struggling Bobcats

    Despite laying off 40 employees in the last month to save money, Charlotte Bobcats' owner Bob Johnson said that he has no interest in selling the franchise.

  • Grizzlies Waive Brent Petway

    The Memphis Grizzlies waived forward Brent Petway, Grizzlies General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Wallace announced today.

  • Lakers Waive Brandon Heath

    The Los Angeles Lakers have requested waivers on guard Brandon Heath, announced today.

  • Sixers Waive Antywane Robinson

    Philadelphia 76ers President and General Manager Ed Stefanski announced today that the team has waived Antywane Robinson.

  • Spurs Waive Gaines

    The San Antonio Spurs announced today that they have waived forward Charles Gaines.

  • Kukoc Visits Bulls' Practice

    Former Bull Toni Kukoc made an appearance at practice in Chicago on Monday and offered advice for Luol Deng, Roger Powell and Thabo Sefolosha.

  • Baron Won't Need Surgery

    Baron Davis will wear a splint and is expected to resume all basketball activities in one week.

  • Deron Out 2 Weeks With Ankle Sprain

    Jazz point guard Deron Williams will miss two weeks of action with a sprained left ankle.

  • Cavaliers Waive Vernon Hamilton

    The Cleveland Cavaliers announced today that they have waived guard Vernon Hamilton.

  • Carlisle Looking For Depth In Dallas?

    The Mavericks are reportedly looking to ensure some depth on their roster heading into the 2008-09 season.

  • Kidd: I Didn't Give Gold To Wynn's Wife

    Mavericks' point guard Jason Kidd claims that he didn't give his gold medal from Beijing to the wife of Las Vegas casino owner Steve Wynn.

  • Avery Preferred Harris Over Kidd

    Former Mavericks coach Avery Johnson reportedly wanted the team to stick with Devin Harris as their point guard rather than trade for veteran Jason Kidd.

  • McGrady Encouraged About Playing In Opener

    Rockets' star Tracy McGrady is encouraged about playing in the team's season opener after a successful practice on Sunday.

  • Report: Baron Could Miss 4-6 Weeks

    An NBA source claims that Clippers point guard Baron Davis could miss four-to-six weeks because of a sprained finger that could require surgery.

  • Boston Waives Darius Miles

    The Boston Celtics announced that the club has requested waivers on forward Darius Miles. The Blazers' cap space next summer would have decreased by $9M if Miles played 10 games in 08-09.

  • Bulls Waive Brown And Washington

    The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has waived forward Elton Brown and guard Darius Washington.

  • Miami's Jones Has Successful Wrist Surgery

    The Miami Heat announced that forward James Jones underwent successful surgery on Saturday, October 18th to repair a ruptured extensor tendon in his right wrist.

  • Hornets' Wright Expected To Sit Until Opener

    New Orleans' forward Julian Wright is expected to miss the team's remaining two preseason games with a severely sprained ankle.

  • Deron To Undergo MRI On Monday

    Jazz point guard Deron Williams is scheduled to undergo an MRI on his sprained left ankle on Monday.

  • Duhon Likely To Be Knick Captain

    Chris Duhon may be the newest New York Knick, but he also may be the team's captain.

  • Clippers Defeat Regal FC By Five

    The Clippers narrowly defeated Regal FC on Sunday night thanks to strong performances from Al Thornton and rookie DeAndre Jordan.

  • Gallinari Says He'll Make An Impact

    Rookie Danilo Gillinari, out since early July with a back injury, vowed on Sunday that he will make an impact with the New York Knicks this season.

  • Suns' Nash Sprains Ankle Again

    Steve Nash is doubtful for Monday's game after spraining his ankle for the second time in five days.

  • Warriors Waive Dan Dickau

    The Golden State Warriors have waived guard Dan Dickau, Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Mullin announced Sunday.

  • Denver's Andersen: I'm Better Than I've Ever Been

    Nuggets' big man Chris Andersen claims that he is in a better place right now than he has ever been before, both on and off the court.

  • Ewing Jr. Could End Up In Europe Or NBDL?

    Patrick Ewing Jr. has enjoyed preseason success with the Knicks, but could still find himself playing in the NBDL or Europe when the regular season comes around.

  • Spurs' Popovich In No Rush To Make Cuts

    Spurs' coach Gregg Popovich is in no rush to make roster cuts as the regular season draws near.

  • Mbenga Not A Lock To Make Lakers

    DJ Mbenga is not a lock to make the Lakers' regular season roster, so he continues to work hard in hopes of making an impression on coach Phil Jackson.

  • Herrmann Returns To Practice For Pistons

    Pistons' forward Walter Herrmann returned to practice for the team on Sunday after being sidelined with a rib injury.

  • Miami Interested In Tinsley?

    The Heat are reportedly interested in Pacers point guard Jamaal Tinsley, who has been stuck in limbo as Larry Bird tries to unload him.

  • Morrison Bothered By Tendinitis In Knee

    Bobcats' forward Adam Morrison sat out Saturday's preseason game with tendinitis in his left knee.

  • Weatherspoon, Former Illini Star, NBA Player Dies

    Nick Weatherspoon, a seven-year NBA veteran that played at the University of Illinois, has died at age 58.

  • McGrady To Miss Start Of Season?

    Rockets' guard Tracy McGrady isn't a lock to be on the floor for the team when the 2008-09 season kicks off in a little more than a week.

  • Spurs Rookie Hill Slowed By Thumb

    Spurs' rookie guard George Hill injured his thumb in preseason play last week and has missed the team's last few contests.

  • Gooden: Rebuilding Year In Chicago

    No one had mentioned the word rebuilding in Chicago until forward Drew Gooden after a four hour practice on Thursday

  • Cavs' Darnell Jackson Out With Broken Wrist

    Cavs' rookie Darnell Jackson is out with a fractured left wrist.

  • Utah's Williams Sprains Ankle

    Deron Williams sprained his left ankle in the opening quarter of Utah's preseason game Saturday night at Chicago when he landed on the foot of Derrick Rose.

  • Maxiell Won't Sign Extension With Pistons

    Jason Maxiell will not sign a contract extension with the Pistons by the Oct. 31 deadline, meaning that he will become a restricted free agent next summer.

  • Marion Won't Let Contract Affect Him Miami

    Heat forward Shawn Marion claims that he won't allow failed negotiations with the team on a contract extension to affect his game this season.

  • Jackson: Warriors Should Go After Marbury

    Warriors guard Stephen Jackson believes that people are undervaluing Stephon Marbury, and that Golden State should go after him.

  • T-Mac Feels Good About Houston's Chances

    Rockets' guard/forward Tracy McGrady feels good about the team's chances heading into the 2008-09 season.

  • Phil: Kobe Still Looks Tired

    Lakers coach Phil Jackson believes that guard Kobe Bryant still looks a bit tired heading into the regular season.

  • Dunleavy Makes Preseason Debut For Indy

    Mike Dunleavy made his preseason debut for the Pacers on Friday night in the team's victory over the Grizzlies.

  • Portland Waives Guard Jamaal Tatum

    The Trail Blazers trimmed their roster to 17 on Friday when they waived rookie guard Jamaal Tatum.

  • Detroit's Curry Says Break Will Help Team

    Pistons' Coach Michael Curry believes that their current break in the exhibition schedule will help the team a great deal.

  • Detroit's Curry Says Break Will Help Team

  • Marshall: I'll Help 76ers Any Way I Can

    76ers' forward Donyell Marshall is happy to be in Philadelphia and claims that he'll help the team any way he can this season.

  • Boston's Rondo Suffers Sprained Ankle

    Celtics' point guard Rajon Rondo suffered a sprained ankle in the team's loss to the Knicks on Friday night.

  • Gallinari May Start Season In D-League

    Knick coach Mike D'Antoni acknowledged on Friday that Danilo Gallinari may be sent down to the team's D-League affiliate to start the season.

  • Collison Suffers Sprained Ankle

    Thunder forward Nick Collison sprained his right ankle at practice on Friday and could not complete the session.

  • Francis To Practice For First Time Today

    Steve Francis is hoping to go through his first full practice with the Rockets this season as he tries to come back from quadriceps surgery on his right knee.

  • Billups: I'm Still Key At Crunch Time

    Chauncey Billups sent a message that he is still the man in Detroit when the game is on the line.

  • Knicks Beat Celtics In Boston

    After being embarrassed by 45 points in Boston last season, the Knicks were able to get a little revenge against the Celtics on Friday night, taking the game 104-97.

  • Sprained Finger Sidelines Clippers' Baron Davis

    Baron Davis will miss both of the Clippers' preseason games this weekend after spraining the ring finger on his left hand at practice on Friday.

  • Gordon Returns As Bulls Find Success

    Ben Gordon's return to the court has coincided with the Bulls winning their first preseason game, beating Utah 108-105 in Champaign on Friday night.

  • Mavericks Amend McLeod's Contract

    A hamstring injury to point guard Keith McLeod has led to the Dallas Mavericks amending his contract to give them more time to see if he is the right backup for Jason Kidd.

  • Chest Pain Lands Nets Center Josh Boone In Hospital

    Nets' center Josh Boone had to be taken to hospital during practice on Friday after he complained about "chest discomfort".

  • West Considered Quitting Before Getting Treatment For Depression

    Delonte West of the Cleveland Cavaliers contemplated quitting before leaving the team's training camp to seek help for depression and "a mood disorder."

  • Clippers Waive Curtis Sumpter

    The Los Angeles Clippers Friday waived forward Curtis Sumpter.

  • Portland's Frye: 'We Need To Be Hungrier'

    Blazers' forward Channing Frye believes that the team needs to play hungrier this season in order to make a splash in the Western Conference.

  • Rose Excited To Continue Facing League's Best

    Bulls 'coach Vinny Del Negro wasn't sure whether or not he'd start rookie point guard Derrick Rose against Utah's Deron Williams on Friday night, but Rose appears excited to continue facing the game's best.

  • Could Memphis Deal Crittenton?

    Guard Javaris Crittenton averaged nearly twenty minutes per game for the Grizzles last season but hasn't been getting much playing time this preseason.

  • Warriors Retain Right To Void Ellis' Contract

    The Sacramento Bee is reporting that the Warriors could extend the 30-game suspension of guard Monta Ellis, possibly all the way to voiding the six-year, $66 million deal he signed in July.

  • ESPN Hires Avery Johnson As Analyst

    ESPN has hired former Mavericks' coach Avery Johnson as a full-time studio analyst and plans to team him with fellow analyst Bill Walton and host Stuart Scott on the network's NBA Shootaround pregame show.

  • Przybilla Needs Stitches After Elbow From Oden

    Blazers' center Joel Przybilla needed stitches after receiving an inadvertent elbow from teammate Greg Oden during a scrimmage on Thursday night.

  • Divac Appointed As Serbian Government Adviser

    Former NBA star Vlade Divac has been named a government adviser in his home country of Serbia.

  • Granger Isn't Worried About Poor Shooting

    Pacers' forward Danny Granger isn't worried about his poor shooting during the preseason because of a nagging elbow injury.

  • Kings Pick Up Hawes' Option For 2009-10 Season

    The Kings have exercised the option on Spencer Hawes' contract for the 2009-10 season.

  • Playing Overseas A Possibility For Turkoglu

    Magic forward Hedo Turkoglu has said that playing overseas is "a possibility" for him as free agency approaches at the end of this season.

  • D'Antoni: Duhon Is A Winner

    Knicks' Coach Mike D'Antoni believes that point guard Chris Duhon is a winner, which is why he has all but chosen him as the team's starter over Stephon Marbury.

  • Gordon Participates In Bulls' Practice

    Bulls' guard Ben Gordon was back on the court Thursday for the first time since jamming his toe on October 6.

  • Bynum's Agent Disappointed With Contract Talks With Lakers

    Andrew Bynum's agent said that extension talks with the Lakers have been "few and not significant", but is hoping that a deal can be reached before the October 31 deadline.

  • Nash, O'Neal Will Sit Friday Night

    Steve Nash and Shaquille O'Neal will not play on Friday night for the Suns when the team battles the Nuggets.

  • Haywood Undergoes Successful Surgery On Wrist

    Brendan Haywood is expected to make a full recovery after missing four to six months while recovering from the surgery.

  • OKC Exercises 3rd-Year Options On Durant And Green

    Oklahoma City has exercised the third-year team options on both guard/forward Kevin Durant and forward Jeff Green for the 2009-10 season.

  • James Jones To Miss Three Months Due To Wrist Surgery

    The Miami Heat announced on Thursday that forward James Jones will undergo surgery on Saturday, Oct. 18 to repair a ruptured extensor tendon in his right wrist.

  • Dunleavy: Internet And DirecTV Make Job Easier

    Mike Dunleavy Sr. previously served as both head coach and general manager when he was with the Milwaukee Bucks.

  • Balkman Must Wait Until Deadline For Answer On 09-10 Option

    The Nuggets are expected to wait until just before the Oct. 31 deadline before announcing whether they will pick up next season's $2.11 million option on the contract of Renaldo Balkman.

  • Execs: Odom And Lakers Not Interested In Divorce

    Several team executives around the NBA believe the Lakers have little interest in moving Lamar Odom and Odom has little interest in leaving Los Angeles.

  • Bobcats Could Deal Morrison?

    Adam Morrison said he wasn't surprised the Bobcats exercised his option on Wednesday, and he won't be surprised if he or another wing player is traded.

  • Beasley's Defense Could Keep Him On Miami's Bench

    Michael Beasley was widely expected to be a starter with the Miami Heat from day one, but his play on the defensive end may force the club to bring him along more slowly.

  • Eric Gordon Scores 33 To Lead Clippers

    Rookie guard Eric Gordon scored 33 points and led a Clippers' comeback to help his team top the Sacramento Kings in their preseason game on Wednesday night.

  • Hughes To Replace Rose In Bulls' Starting Lineup

    Larry Hughes has always maintained that he is a full time starter, and now he'll get his shot as he replaces first overall selection Derrick Rose in the starting lineup in Chicago.

  • Bogut, Bucks Get Best Of Warriors In China Exhibition

    Former first overall selection Andrew Bogut had 18 points and 12 rebounds, and rookie Joe Alexander hit a big jumpshot to break a tie late in the game as Milwaukee came back to defeat the Golden State Warriors in China on Thursday.

  • West Handles Personal Matter, Back With Cavs

    Guard Delonte West is back with the Cleveland Cavaliers after being missing for the last two weeks to attend to a personal matter.

  • Nash Leaves Preseason Game With Sprained Ankle

    Steve Nash turned his right ankle late in the first half of the Suns' game against Atlanta on Wednesday night and did not return.

  • Kobe On Playing Abroad: Next Question

    Kobe Bryant ignited speculation during the Olympics that he or LeBron James could end up playing in Europe.

  • Crawford Motions Media Towards Marbury Confrontation?

    Following Tuesday's Knicks' game, Stephon Marbury told a writer to move away from inside his locker-room cubicle as he emerged from the shower.

  • Jones And Pacers Finalize Buyout

    Eddie Jones will not join the Pacers, but the franchise will recoup the ability to sign another player as a result of an agreement reached today.

  • Fisher: Defense Is Main Concern For Lakers

    Lakers' guard Derek Fisher believes that the team needs to improve their defense in order to challenge for the NBA title.

  • Rashard Feels No Pressure In Orlando This Season

    Magic forward Rashard Lewis claims that he feels no pressure heading into the second year of his six-year, $118 million contract.

  • Mourning Is Ahead Of Schedule In Miami

    Alonzo Mourning claims that he is about a month ahead of schedule and should know in December whether or not he'll be able to return.

  • Bobcats Pick Up Options On Morrison, Dudley

    The Bobcats have exercised the 2009-10 options on the contracts of Adam Morrison and Jared Dudley.

  • Shaq: Spurs Will Pay For 'Hack-A-Shaq'

    Suns' center Shaquille O'Neal claims that he'll get back at the Spurs for using the "Hack-a-Shaq" strategy in last season's playoffs.

  • Benign Growth Removed From White's Jaw

    On Monday physicians successfully removed a benign growth from D.J. White’s jaw, the team announced today.

  • Spurs' Parker Sits With Sore Achilles Tendon

    Spurs' guard Tony Parker sat out the team's preseason game on Tuesday night because of minor soreness in his left Achilles tendon.

  • Suns To Start Barnes Over Hill At SF?

    Suns' Coach Terry Porter could test the idea of starting Matt Barnes at small forward instead of Grant Hill.

  • Pacers, Nuggets Still Talking About Tinsley?

    Denver officials claim that trade talks involving Jamaal Tinsley are dead, but Indiana president Larry Bird says that negotiations are still active.

  • Celtics Will Pick Up Rondo's 2009-10 Option

    Celtics general manager Danny Ainge said on Tuesday that the team will exercise the 2009-10 option on Rajon Rondo's contract before the start of the season.

  • Rookie Batum Drawing Praise In Portland

    Rookie Nicolas Batum surprised many when he was running plays with Portland's first team at practice on Tuesday.

  • Lakers' Vujacic Learns Sprained Ankle Is Fractured

    Lakers' guard Sasha Vujacic originally thought his ankle was just spained, but Vujacic confirmed through a second medical examination Monday that he has a fractured ankle.

  • Heat Waive Barlett, Basden

    The Miami Heat announced tonight that they have requested waivers on forward Omar Barlett and guard Eddie Basden.

  • Hawks Waive Hubbard And Robinson

    The Atlanta Hawks today requested waivers on Marcus Hubbard and Frank Robinson.

  • Nocioni: 'I'm Not Feeling My Best Shape'

    Bulls' forward Andres Nocioni has admitted that he isn't in his best shape with the NBA season just two weeks away.

  • Boozer Learned From The Best In Beijing

    Jazz forward Carlos Boozer barely played for the United States Olympic team in Beijing, but the experience helped him prepare for the upcoming season.

  • Tulsa 66ers Land First Pick In NBDL Draft

    The Tulsa 66ers won the 2008 NBA Development League's draft lottery and will pick first in the 2008 NBDL on Friday, Nov. 7.

  • Utah's Harpring May Not Be Ready For Season

    The Jazz aren't sure if forward Matt Harpring will be able to play when the season kicks off later this month because of multiple issues with his right ankle.

  • LeBron: I Don't Need To Play In Preseason

    LeBron James claims that he doesn't need to play in the preseason in order to gear up for the 82-game regular season.

  • Economy, Uncertain Financing Plague Nets' Arena

    The economy and uncertain financing has delayed Bruce Ratner's $4 billion plan for a new NBA arena for the Nets in Brooklyn.

  • Telfair Suspended For First Three Games Of Season

    Sebastian Telfair of the Minnesota Timberwolves has been suspended without pay for three games for pleading guilty to criminal possession of a weapon.

  • Timberwolves Waive Center Rafael Araujo

    The Minnesota Timberwolves today announced the team has released center Rafael Araujo.

  • Nuggets Slimmer and Quicker This Season

    Nene, Kenyon Martin, Carmelo Anthony, J.R. Smith, Anthony Carter, and Chris Andersen lost a combined 76 pounds during the off-season as the Nuggets try to get quicker.