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Jordan May Sell Bobcats If Turnaround Doesn't Happen Within Four Seasons

Michael Jordan reportedly told Bobcats' GM Rich Cho to begin preparations on how to rebuild the franchise and that he may sell the franchise if they can't turn around the situation within the next few years.

“I told Rich to make us better,” Jordan told one associate recently. “If that doesn’t work and I can’t make a profit in the next three to four years, then I’m selling.”

The Bobcats are the only team in the NBA with only single-digit wins.

Via Mitch Lawrence/New York Daily News

Kings Sign Terrence Williams For Remainder Of Season

Terrence Williams has signed with the Kings for the remainder of the season.

Williams had been on a 10-day contract with the team.

Keith Smart spoke about what Williams has been giving Sacramento.

"The ability to rebound as a guard, the ability to defend as a guard, his ability to be a playmaker," said Smart. "He sees the floor very well. That pass he floated over to Jason Thompson on the break, that's a tough pass for a guy to make to get it over the top of the runner, the defender. Then to pass it soft enough for him to be able to catch it? That's a type of pass that only certain people can make and this young man can do that. So he gives me that playmaking ability."

Via Jason Jones/Sacramento Bee

Wilson Chandler's Contract Worth Less Than Initially Reported

Wilson Chandler's contract was widely reported to be worth $37 million over five season, but sources say the number is actually $31.7 million.

The deal starts at $5.5 million for the rest of this season and tops out at $7.2 million in 2015-16, sources said.

Via Marc Stein/ESPN

Thibodeau Upset With Contract Situation

Tom Thibodeau is openly upset with the lack of a competitive contract offer from the Bulls, according to sources.

Thibodeau signed a two-year contract in 2010 and was named 10-11 Coach of the Year.

Via Marc Stein/ESPN

Lester Hudson Signs 10-Day Contract With Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed Lester Hudson from the Austin Toros of the NBA Development League.

Hudson has appeared in five games (two starts) for the Toros this season, averaging 17.6 points on .532 shooting, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 2.4 steals in 29.2 minutes per game. The 6-foot-3, 190-pound guard from the University of Tennessee-Martin was originally drafted in the second round with the 58th overall pick by the Boston Celtics in the 2009 NBA Draft.

Via RealGM Staff Report

Nets Sign Dennis Horner To 10-Day Contract

The New Jersey Nets have signed free agent forward Dennis Horner from the D-League’s Springfield Armor to a 10-day contract.

Horner is the fourth player to sign a 10-day contract with the Nets this season. The 6-9 rookie from N.C. State signed with the Nets prior to training camp on December 9, 2011. He appeared in five games with New Jersey, scoring a total of four points in 16 minutes of action.

Via RealGM Staff Report

Nash Needs To See Improvements From Suns To Re-Sign

Steve Nash acknowledged that he is unlikely to re-sign with the Suns if the team doesn't make improvements in the offseason.

"I'm not coming back to the Suns if there isn't improvement," Nash said.

Nash expects the Suns to make the type of improvements he is referencing.

Nash also said he would consider an offer from the Heat.

"I would listen," Nash said. "He's phenomenal. I love what they're doing there. A lot of people don't like them because they put all that talent there. But they're professional, they play hard, they play together. Their coaching staff has done a great job so I have a tremendous amount of respect for them. 

"I would definitely listen." 

Via Dan Patrick Show

Hinrich Open To Signing With Bulls

Kirk Hinrich would be open to returning to the Bulls this offseason as a free agent.

"I wouldn't be opposed to it," Hinrich said. "It's still a ways away, and a lot can happen. We'll see. I have no preconceived thoughts on what will happen."

Chicago would be limited on what they can offer Hinrich as they are over the salary cap.

"I'm excited to have a choice instead of just going wherever the business sends me," Hinrich said. "But I haven't thought about it much. I've been so caught up in this whirlwind season. I was trying to get healthy and then working to get back to playing at a level I should be playing at. Now I'm thinking about the playoffs."

Via K.C. Johnson/Chicago Tribune

Blazers Resume GM Search

The Blazers have reopened their search for a permanent general manager.

Chad Buchanan has been acting general manager for over 300 days. Buchanan, president Larry Miller and salary cap analyst Joe Cronin have worked together through the 2011 Draft, free agency and the trade deadline.

Miller said the search began on Tuesday and that none of the previous candidates who interviewed will be revisited.

Via Jason Quick/Oregonian

Wizards Sign Cartier Martin To 10-Day Contract

The Wizards have signed guard/forward Cartier Martin to a 10-day contract.

Martin (6-6, 220), has averaged 18.3 points and 4.7 rebounds while shooting .489 from the floor and .556 from three-point range in seven games with the Iowa Energy of the NBA D-League this season. He has appeared with the Wizards in the previous two seasons, averaging 4.3 points over 60 games with the team.

Via RealGM Staff Report

Mills Makes San Antonio Debut

The Spurs officially signed Patty Mills on Tuesday.

Del Negro Receives Backing From Owner, GM; Expected To Finish Season

Vinny Del Negro received the backing from Donald Sterling and Neil Olshey this week and is likely to at least finish out the season as head coach of the Clippers.

Rockets Sign Boykins To 10-Day Contract

The Rockets signed Earl Boykins to a 10-day contract on Monday.

Rockets To Sign Courtney Fortson For Remainder Of Season

Courtney Fortson will also be under contract with the Rockets for the 12-13 season, but it is non-guaranteed.

Raptors Sign Ben Uzoh

Ben Uzoh returns to the NBA following a two-game stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers earlier this season.

Rockets Expected To Call-Up Malcolm Thomas From D-League

Malcolm Thomas is expected to be called-up from the D-League by the Rockets on Wednesday.

Raptors Sign Alan Anderson To 10-Day Contract

Alan Anderson has appeared in eight games with the Charge this season, averaging 21.5 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 33.1 minutes.

Turiaf Received 12-13 Player Option In Miami Contract

Ronny Turiaf negotiated a player option for 12-13 in his contract with the Heat.

Greene Running Out Of Time To Prove Value To Kings

Donte Greene will be a restricted free agent this summer, meaning he is running out of games to prove his worth to the Kings.

Fisher To Earn $2.3M Total From Thunder

Oklahoma City still had $3 million of its midlevel to use in their offer to Derek Fisher.

Warriors Sign Keith Benson To 10-Day Contract

Keith Benson is being called-up from the Sioux Falls Skyforce of the NBA Development League, where he has appeared in 20 games this season, averaging 15.2 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.50 blocks in 30.6 minutes per contest.

Jim Buss Vows To Never Trade Kobe

Kobe Bryant already has a no-trade clause in his contract, but Jim Buss said on Friday that he would never trade him anyways.

Damian Lillard To Declare For Draft

Damian Lillard of Weber State will forgo his senior season to enter the 2012 NBA Draft.

Bobby Simmons Re-Signs With Clippers

Bobby Simmons has played 13 games for the Clippers this season.

Bulls Let Mike James Become Free Agent, Intend To Re-Sign In April

Mike James came off his final 10-day contract with the Bulls on Friday.

Kaman Preferred Heavy Minutes, Usage Than Playing For Contender

If Chris Kaman had reached a buyout with the Hornets, Miami would have been at the top of his list.

Bulls Could Go Deeper Into Luxury Tax

Jerry Reinsdorf is willing to add salary if it means acquiring a player such as Pau Gasol or Dwight Howard.

Diaw Signs With Spurs

Boris Diaw played 16 minutes for the Spurs just hours after signing with the team.

Pacers Sign Kyrylo Fesenko

The Indiana Pacers have signed Kyrylo Fesenko to a contract.

Report: Bird Won't Return To Pacers For 12-13 Season

A source close to the situation asserts that Larry Bird will not return as president of the Pacers.
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