RealGM Basketball Wiretap

Cavaliers Win Lottery; Magic, Wizards In Top-3

Tue, 21 May 2013 20:52:23 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
2. Orlando Magic
3. Washington Wizards
4. Charlotte Bobcats
5. Phoenix Suns
6. New Orleans Pelicans
7. Sacramento Kings
8. Detroit Pistons
9. Minnesota Timberwolves
10. Portland Trail Blazers
11. Philadelphia 76ers
12. Toronto Raptors
13. Dallas Mavericks
14. Utah Jazz

Bobcats In Process To Change Name Back To Hornets

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:23:05 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.

Strength Of 2014 Draft Class Could Help Noel's Case With Magic, Bobcats

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:26:50 EDT

Nerlens Noel was widely considered the consensus best player available in the 2013 NBA Draft, but his status in that position became questionable after tearing his ACL.

Noel is targeting a return of December, but could be out longer depending on how the rehab progresses.

With the 2014 NBA Draft expected to be incredibly strong with Andrew Wiggins, Jabari Parker, Julius Randle and Marcus Smart, amongst others, teams could be more comfortable being patient with Noel.

"I actually think that's helping Noel's case with teams like Orlando and Charlotte," wrote Chad Ford of the scenario of letting Noel rehab slowly to improve their lottery position for 2014. "Going for the double-play."

Lillard, Davis, Beal, Waiters, Barnes On 2013 All-Rookie First Team

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:39:00 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.

Bobcats Receive Permission To Interview Lakers Assistant Steve Clifford

Sat, 04 May 2013 11:16:04 EDT

The Charlotte Bobcats have received permission to interview Los Angeles Lakers assistant Steve Clifford as a possible replacement for fired coach Mike Dunlap.

Clifford is known for his defensive expertise after spending nine seasons as an assistant under the Van Gundy brothers -- first Jeff Van Gundy with the Houston Rockets, then Stan Van Gundy with the Orlando Magic.

Alvin Gentry, Nate Tibbetts, Kelvin Sampson, Jeff Hornacek and Elston Turner are also expected to interview for the Bobcats’ coaching vacancy.

Elston Turner To Interview For Bobcats' Coaching Job

Wed, 01 May 2013 18:47:50 EDT

Elston Turner will interview with the Charlotte Bobcats for their head coaching vacancy.

The Bobcats fired Mike Dunlap this offseason after one season.

Turner interviewed for the Portland Trail Blazers' vacancy last offseason.

Turner is a longtime assistant coach and most recently was an assistant with the Phoenix suns before stepping down in January.

Bobcats Request Permission To Interview Kelvin Sampson

Wed, 01 May 2013 10:52:22 EDT

The Charlotte Bobcats have requested permission from the Houston Rockets to interview Kelvin Sampson for their head coaching vacancy.

Sampson has been an assistant coach with the Rockets since 2011.

Sampson was a head coach at Washington, Oklahoma and Indiana. After stepping down at Indiana amid scandal, Sampson has become a well respected assistant in the NBA.

Alvin Gentry Would Love To Coach Bobcats

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:43:40 EDT

Alvin Gentry considers Charlotte his home and made it clear that he would love to coach the Bobcats, who have a head coach opening after firing Mike Dunlap.

“It reminds me a little bit of the teams I had in L.A. (with the Clippers): Young players, very energetic guys,’’ Gentry said. “Kemba (Walker) and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist have a lot of potential and (Gerald) Henderson has started to really establish himself as a pro.

“I’ve seen a lot of their games. Yes, they’ve struggled at times, but that’s a situation where you could make a big change in a year or so. I know that player development is really important to that job.’’

Gentry, 58, was let go by the Phoenix Suns this season.

“You know they’re going to get some good young players with those picks and then they have the (cap) flexibility to add a very good veteran player, somebody who can serve as an example to the rest of the locker room,’’ Gentry said.

“And you’ve got Michael (Jordan as owner) – the best player to ever put on a uniform. I’d certainly use him as a resource.’’

Gentry Expected To Be Candidate For Bobcats' Vacancy

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:08:00 EDT

Alvin Gentry is expected to be a candidate for the Charlotte Bobcats' head coaching vacancy.

The Bobcats fired Mike Dunlap after one season.

The franchise is likely to seek a coach with previous NBA experience, making Gentry a candidate.

Bobcats Fire Mike Dunlap

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:03:30 EDT

Mike Dunlap has been fired as head coach of the Charlotte Bobcats.

Dunlap was in his first season with the Bobcats after previously serving as an assistant coach at St. John's.

The Bobcats had a 21-61 record during the 12-13 NBA season after starting the season 7-5.

Heat Won't Have Stars Against Bobcats

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 16:34:54 EDT

The Miami Heat won't have LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Ray Allen against the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday night.

Mario Chalmers, who has missed time with an ankle injury, has been upgraded to a game-time decision.

James is dealing with a tight hamstring, while Wade is nursing several minor injuries in his leg.

Allen tweaked his right ankle when he fell over a cameraman during the fourth quarter of Tuesday night's game against the Knicks.

Jannero Pargo Plans To Sign With Bobcats For Rest Of Season

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:26:51 EDT

With his second 10-day contract set to expire on Tuesday night, guard Jannero Pargo plans to sign with the Charlotte Bobcats for the remainder of the season on Wednesday, agent Mark Bartelstein told RealGM.

Pargo has given the Bobcats stability and an offensive spark since first signing with the team on March 14. He has averaged 9.4 points and 2.5 assists in 10 games for the Bobcats, highlighted by five double-digit scoring outputs.

Pargo, 33, also played for the Washington Wizards and Atlanta Hawks this season.

The Bobcats play next on Wednesday night against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Dunlap Wants To See Bobcats Re-Sign McRoberts

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:49:14 EDT

Charlotte Bobcats coach Mike Dunlap has indicated that he'd like to see the team re-sign Josh McRoberts this summer.

McRoberts will become an unrestricted free agent after the season.

The Bobcats acquired McRoberts from the Orlando Magic in what seemed to be a minor deal last month, but he has become a starter for Charlotte.

"When he walked in the door you could see his high (basketball) IQ," Dunlap said. "His ability to pass has been contagious."

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