Nuggets Hire Tim Connelly As General Manager

The Denver Nuggets have hired Tim Connelly as general manager, replacing Masai Ujiri.
Connelly was previously with the New Orleans Pelicans.
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Nuggets Hire Tim Connelly As General ManagerJun 17, 2013 11:21 AM EDT
The Denver Nuggets have hired Tim Connelly as general manager, replacing Masai Ujiri. Connelly was previously with the New Orleans Pelicans. Thibodeau, Monty Williams Join USA Basketball As AssistantsJun 10, 2013 11:24 AM EDT
Tom Thibodeau and Monty Williams will join the coaching staff of USA Basketball. Thibodeau and Williams will replace Mike D'Antoni and Nate McMillan, while Jim Boeheim will be a carryover on the staff of Mike Krzyzewski. The next cycle of play begins in 2014 with the World Cup of Basketball. Via AP
Sources: Pelicans Not Ready To Give Up On Austin RiversJun 04, 2013 12:49 PM EDT
Austin Rivers had one of the worst statistical seasons in NBA history, but sources say the New Orleans Pelicans are unwilling to give up on him turning around his career. Rivers was the 10th overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft as the Pelicans' point guard of the future. Greivis Vasquez had a breakout season for the Pelicans at point guard. Via Chad Ford/ESPN
21 NBA Teams To Compete In 2013 Vegas Summer LeagueMay 29, 2013 1:52 PM EDT
The 2013 Vegas Summer League will be comprised of 22 teams and run from July 12 to July 22. Atlanta Hawks (2010-12) Cavaliers Win Lottery; Magic, Wizards In Top-3May 21, 2013 8:52 PM EDT
The 2013 NBA Draft Lottery was held on Tuesday in Times Square with the Cleveland Cavaliers winning for the second time in three years and third time in ten years. The Washington Wizards moved up from the eighth slot to draft third. 1. Cleveland Cavaliers Bobcats In Process To Change Name Back To HornetsMay 18, 2013 12:23 AM EDT
The Charlotte Bobcats have started the process to rename the team back to "Hornets," according to a source with knowledge of the situation. There is no timetable for the switch and Adam Silver has said such a change would take at least 18 months to implement. Charlotte's NBA team was known as the Hornets from its 1988 inception through 2002 when then owner George Shinn moved the team -- and mascot -- to New Orleans. The New Orleans franchise changed its name to Pelicans after this season, which opened the door for Charlotte to reclaim its old name. Magic, Pelicans Could Draft Trey Burke 1st Overall If They Win LotteryMay 15, 2013 2:48 PM EDT
Trey Burke is a projected top-5 pick and could become the first player selected depending on who wins the lottery. According to reporting from Chad Ford, the Orlando Magic and New Orleans Pelicans could select Burke with the first overall selection. Via Chad Ford/ESPN
Lillard, Davis, Beal, Waiters, Barnes On 2013 All-Rookie First TeamMay 14, 2013 2:39 PM EDT
Damian Lillard headlines the 2013 NBA All-Rookie Team as a unanimous selection. Bradley Beal, Anthony Davis, Dion Waiters and Harrison Barnes joined Lillard on the All-Rookie First Team. On the All-Rookie Second Team is Andre Drummond, Jonas Valanciunas, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, Kyle Singler and Tyler Zeller. Eric Gordon Undergoes Surgery On AnkleMay 10, 2013 10:41 AM EDT
Eric Gordon has undergone successful arthroscopic surgery in his left ankle. The procedure on Gordon was completed in order to decrease pain caused by particles of scar tissue. Gordon will begin rehabilitation immediately. Pelicans Hopeful Darius Miller Develops Into Perimeter Shooting Rotation PlayerMay 08, 2013 12:51 PM EDT
Darius Miller showed some signs of progress in his rookie season with the New Orleans Pelicans. Miller played in 11 games with the Iowa Energy of the D-League, averaging 9.9 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 27.2 minutes. "It was a good chance to get some minutes, get experience against some good competition and get into game shape,’’ said Miller."I just tried to get better.’’ Miller averaged 2.3 points and 1.5 rebounds while with the Pelicans and most impressively shot 39.3 percent from three. "He's a young player and he's got some skills for sure," Monty Williams said. "Our (player development) coaches spent a lot of time with him. Darius showed signs that that he can knock down a shot and make plays off the dribble.’’ New Orleans Pelicans ArchivesDemps Not Ruling Out Eric Gordon TradeApr 22, 2013 | John Reid/The Times Picayune
Eric Gordon signed a contract extension with the Pelicans last offseason.
Williams Aims To Continue Pushing GordonApr 09, 2013 | John Reid/The Times Picayune
Eric Gordon believes he will continue getting better with time, saying next season will be a big year for him.
Sources: Hornets Could Look To Trade Gordon This SummerApr 07, 2013 | John Reid/Times Picayune
The Hornets were unable to pull off a trade of Eric Gordon before February's trade deadline, but that doesn't mean they are done shopping him.
Eric Gordon Benched In Second Half Of Loss To JazzApr 06, 2013 | Jimmy Smith/Times-Picayune
Monty Williams sat Eric Gordon on the bench for the entire fourth quarter against the Jazz on Friday.
Hornets Want Anthony Davis To Focus On Building StrengthApr 05, 2013 | Marc J. Spears/Yahoo! Sports
Anthony Davis carries 220 pounds on his 6-foot-11 frame.
Hornets Expected To Sign Terrel Harris For Remainder Of SeasonMar 28, 2013 | John Reid/Times Picayune
Terrel Harris has appeared in six games for the Hornets this season.
Anthony Davis Willing To Work With Monty Williams During OffseasonMar 23, 2013 | Jimmy Smith/Times-Picayune
Anthony Davis is willing to spend most of his summer working with Monty Williams.
Hornets Sign Terrel Harris To 2nd 10-Day DealMar 18, 2013 | RealGM Staff Report
With the Hornets, Terrel Harris has appeared in two games and averaged 0.5 assists and 1.5 rebounds in 6.0 minutes per game.
Williams: Lillard Took Pressure Off Davis For Rookie Of YearMar 18, 2013 | Jimmy Smith/The Times-Picayune
Damian Lillard has taken pressure off Anthony Davis, allowing him to develop without shouldering expectations to potentially win the Rookie of the Year.
Amundson To Sign With Hornets For Remainder Of SeasonMar 11, 2013 | Chris Tomasson/Fox Sports Florida
Lou Amundson will leave the Bulls with the expiration of his 10-day contract and sign with the Hornets for the rest of the season.
Hornets Likely To Sign Terrel Harris To 10-Day ContractMar 08, 2013 | Marc Stein/ESPN
Terrel Harris has since been playing in the D-League since being waived by the Heat.
Austin Rivers Suffers Broken HandMar 06, 2013 | RealGM Staff Report
Austin Rivers was going for a steal when he jammed his hand on Greivis Vasquez's body.
Anderson Admits Shots More Difficult Without DwightMar 05, 2013 | Brian Schmitz/Orlando Sentinel
Ryan Anderson is averaging 16.7 points per game on 44.1 percent shooting from the floor.
Hornets Expected To Sign Henry Sims To 10-Day ContractMar 02, 2013 | John Reid/Times Picayune
The Hornets are expected to sign Henry Sims to shore up their frontcourt depth.
Jason Smith To Miss Remainder Of Season With Torn LabrumMar 01, 2013 | RealGM Staff Report
Jason Smith appeared in 51 games for the Hornets this season, averaging 8.2 points and 3.6 rebounds.
Anthony Davis To Sit With Sprained ShoulderFeb 27, 2013 | John Reid/The Times Picayune
Anthony Davis has missed a combined 13 games this season due to a stress fracture injury (11) and a concussion (two).
Hornets Encouraged By Trade Interest In Core PlayersFeb 22, 2013 | Terrance Harris/Times-Picayune
The Hornets didn't make a trade this week, but Dell Demps was encouraged by the interest rival teams expressed in his players.
Monty Williams Wants Anthony Davis To Focus On Fundamental PlayFeb 21, 2013 | Bob Finnan/News-Herald
Anthony Davis has played well in limited minutes.
Hornets Interested In Klay Thompson Should Gordon Talks With Warriors ProgressFeb 20, 2013 | John Reid/Times Picayune
The Hornets are interested in Klay Thompson, a second-year shooting guard out of Washington State.
Hornets Expected To Explore Eric Gordon Trade In OffseasonFeb 19, 2013 | Marc J. Spears/Yahoo! Sports
The Hornets are expected to keep Eric Gordon through the trade deadline.
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