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Press Release | Jan 31, 2006
Washington Wizards President of Basketball Operations Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has assigned second-year center Peter John Ramos to the Roanoke Dazzle of the NBA D-League.
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Press Release | Jan 31, 2006
The Hornets announced today that they have acquired forward Aaron Williams from Toronto in exchange for second round picks in 2006 and 2009.
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TSN.ca | Jan 31, 2006
Jalen Rose and Eric Williams are players who have garnered interest from several teams, notably the Knicks and 76ers, respectively, and management believed Rob Babcock would have been unlikely to deal them.
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Detroit News | Jan 31, 2006
The Raptors were interested in Detroit's John Hammond before they hired Babcock, or at least pretended to be.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 31, 2006
The Orlando Magic might not be winning big in the NBA, but they are behind a new league rules change.
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St. Paul Pioneer Press | Jan 31, 2006
The fans began Monday night by giving Wally Szczerbiak a standing ovation.
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St. Paul Pioneer Press | Jan 31, 2006
The last thing Minnesota coach Dwayne Casey wants is for Marcus Banks to wind up on the fast track out of town.
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Dallas Morning News | Jan 31, 2006
"On an NBA front, it's been consistently calm and quiet," Donnie Nelson said Monday. "We're always prepared. But you just don't mess with success."
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ESPN | Jan 31, 2006
Kobe Bryant feels a bit sheepish about his 81-point performance and says he is not caught up in a chase of Wilt Chamberlain's record of 100.
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New York Post | Jan 31, 2006
Knicks coach Larry Brown came close to waving the white flag on the season during yesterday's morning shootaround.
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Daily Herald | Jan 31, 2006
Despite rumors and newspaper stories suggesting otherwise, Bulls general manager John Paxson is not close to making any deals that include a “big-name’’ player.
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ESPN | Jan 31, 2006
Karl Malone's famous number 32 will be raised to the rafters and a statue will be unveiled in his honor on March 23
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Seattle Times | Jan 31, 2006
Zach Randolph scored 32 points, and Nate McMillan was a winner in his return to Seattle as the Portland Trail Blazers beat the SuperSonics 116-111 on Monday night.
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AP | Jan 31, 2006
Charlotte Bobcats forward Emeka Okafor is expected to be out at least another five weeks with a sprained right ankle that has already cost him 19 of the last 20 games.
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AP | Jan 31, 2006
Antonio Davis served a five-game suspension for rushing into the stands in defense of his wife, but his return to the court will have to wait.
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Newsday | Jan 30, 2006
The NBA asked, and LeBron James said no.
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The Times-Picayune | Jan 30, 2006
J.R. Smith, the 20-year-old shooting guard in his second season, could be one of the players traded by the Feb. 23 deadline.
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Houston Chronicle | Jan 30, 2006
Rockets center Yao Ming traveled with the team to Memphis with signs increasingly pointing toward his returning to the court tonight against the Grizzlies.
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NY Post | Jan 30, 2006
Trevor Ariza, despite being inactive three straight games and buried in Brown's doghouse, said he doesn't want to be traded.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 30, 2006
When Magic F Grant Hill returns from injury, the club will have something of a dilemma, thanks to Hedo Turkoglu's terrific play.
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St. Paul Pioneer Press | Jan 30, 2006
The Timberwolves' first half of the season fell well short of their goals.
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New York Post | Jan 30, 2006
Anucha Browne Sanders and Frank Murphy are listed as senior vice presidents with full-page bios in the Knicks media guide.
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ESPN | Jan 29, 2006
Thieves stole $500,000 in cash, jewelry and other items from the Bel-Air home of Los Angeles Clippers guard Cuttino Mobley, who was in Denver for a game against the Nuggets, authorities said Sunday.
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Canadian Press | Jan 29, 2006
Eric Williams, who's been vocal about his desire to be traded, said he's optimistic that with Wayne Embry in charge as interim GM.
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Philadelphia Inquirer | Jan 29, 2006
"I felt it, but I didn't know it," Pacers CEO Donnie Walsh said about the possibility that a third team was trying to convince the Kings not to trade for him.
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Denver Post | Jan 29, 2006
Atlanta forward Al Harrington is expected to be the next big name moved before the Feb.
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N.Y. Daily News | Jan 29, 2006
Minnesota failed to get Ron Artest, turned down a chance to get Steve Francis and instead, took on Ricky Davis and Mark Blount, each of whom were regarded as a cancer in Boston.
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N.Y. Daily News | Jan 29, 2006
The Pacers didn't get the first player they wanted in the Artest deal.
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Salt Lake Tribune | Jan 29, 2006
Carlos Boozer is at this point in his rehabilitation again.
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Daily Herald | Jan 29, 2006
“Obviously, they’re one of the top teams on my list as a free agent. They’re right there. This house is definitely going to be a situation I’m going to look at in free agency and if it’s a fit, I’ll be here.” -- Hawks forward Al Harrington on the possibility of coming to Chicago as a free agent
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Denver Post | Jan 29, 2006
Despite rumors that Toronto could be interested in an experienced GM like Kiki Vandeweghe to fill its recent opening, he is under contract until Aug.
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Mercury News | Jan 29, 2006
"Ultimately, it's me making changes with players," said Chris Mullin on Saturday. "That's not a rumor; that's not a threat. That's legit. That's a fact."
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RealGM | Jan 28, 2006
Mike Dunleavy sprained his ankle in Friday night's loss against the Los Angeles Lakers and will not suit on Saturday against the Blazers.
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AP | Jan 28, 2006
The Seattle SuperSonics signed guard Mateen Cleaves to a 10-day contract on Saturday, less than a month after he was waived by the team.
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USA Today | Jan 28, 2006
The Houston Rockets have signed forward Chuck Hayes for the rest of this season, extending a 10-day contract that expired on Saturday.
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ESPN | Jan 28, 2006
The Hornets appear headed toward maintaining their home base in Oklahoma City through the 2006-2007 season.
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The News Tribune | Jan 28, 2006
The Seattle SuperSonics are involved in numerous discussions around the NBA to trade power forward Reggie Evans, according to three sources.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 28, 2006
The NBA is investigating a complaint by the Magic that the New York Knicks used an inactive player in Friday night's game at Madison Square Garden, club sources told The Sentinel.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 28, 2006
Utah Jazz Center Greg Ostertag will miss Saturday's game against the Mavericks as he sits out a one-game suspension handed down by the team Thursday for his conduct after a loss to Seattle, team officials said.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 28, 2006
Ron Artest made nice with his new team.
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Seattle Post-Intelligencer | Jan 28, 2006
Luke Ridnour will return tonight against New Jersey from a one-game absence because of a sprained left knee.
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St. Paul Pioneer Press | Jan 28, 2006
Ricky Davis certainly wasn't shy in his Timberwolves debut.
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St. Paul Pioneer Press | Jan 28, 2006
Timberwolves all-star Kevin Garnett clarified a few things about his relationship with Wally Szczerbiak in the wake of Thursday night's blockbuster deal that sent Szczerbiak to the Boston Celtics.
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Press Release | Jan 28, 2006
The Chicago Bulls today announced the signing of James Thomas to a 10-day contract.
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AP | Jan 28, 2006
Charlotte Bobcats guard Brevin Knight was knocked out of Friday night's game against the Miami Heat with a mild concussion.
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AP | Jan 28, 2006
Vince Carter did not suit up for the New Jersey Nets on Friday night against the Portland Trail Blazers because of a sore back.
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Canada.com | Jan 27, 2006
The Raptors canned Pete Babcock, the team's director of NBA player personnel, on Friday, a day after his brother Rob Babcock was fired as the team's general manager less than two seasons into the job and as the Raptors' losses continue to mount.
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ESPN | Jan 27, 2006
Isiah Thomas delivered another strong statement Friday, saying he was never in love with the former team executive that is suing him for sexual harassment.
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Press Release | Jan 27, 2006
The NBA announced today that Chris Andersen been dismissed and disqualified from the league for violating the terms of the Anti-Drug Program. He cannot apply for reinstatement for at least two years.
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L.A. Times | Jan 27, 2006
Backup center Zeljko Rebraca, who sat out 24 games because of an irregular heartbeat, might be sidelined three more weeks after again experiencing chest pains, a Clipper spokesman said Thursday.
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RealGM | Jan 27, 2006
The Sacramento Kings have confirmed that Ron Artest will wear 93 for the club. He wore 15 in Chicago and wore 23, 91 and 15 in Indiana.
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ESPN | Jan 27, 2006
Arn Tellem has left SFX and is selling his business to the Wasserman Media Group, taking with him clients that include baseball players Jason Giambi, Hideki Matsui, Nomar Garciaparra and Frank Thomas, and basketball players Jermaine O'Neal and Tracy McGrady.
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Press Release | Jan 27, 2006
The Chicago Bulls today announced the signing of James Thomas to a 10-day contract.
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NY Post | Jan 27, 2006
Larry Brown yesterday made a plea for Knicks owner James Dolan not to mess with embattled Isiah Thomas' job.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 27, 2006
Orlando Magic forward Grant Hill isn't expected to play for another week to 10 days, according to Assistant General Manager Otis Smith.
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Contra Costa Times | Jan 27, 2006
Warriors guard Jason Richardson is listed as questionable for tonight's game against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Staples Center because of a back injury.
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New York Daily News | Jan 27, 2006
Basketball legend Isiah Thomas' accuser was offered $250,000 to make her harassment claims disappear, a source close to the Knicks president claimed yesterday.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 27, 2006
Troubled former NBA player Isaiah Rider was arrested by Marin County sheriff's deputies Thursday on charges of kidnapping a female acquaintance, authorities said.
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Boston Herald | Jan 26, 2006
Wally Szczerbiak, Michael Olowokandi and Dwayne Jones have been dealt to Boston for Ricky Davis, Mark Blount, Justin Reed and Marcus Banks.
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AP | Jan 26, 2006
Miami point guard Jason Williams was on the inactive list for Thursday night's game against Phoenix, after cutting his right ring finger in a weightlifting mishap.
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Press Release | Jan 26, 2006
The Phoenix Suns today acquired Minnesota forward Nikoloz Tskitishvili in exchange for a second-round pick.
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ESPN | Jan 26, 2006
Greg Ostertag was suspended indefinitely by the Utah Jazz on Thursday for his conduct after a loss to Seattle.
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ESPN | Jan 26, 2006
The Toronto Raptors fired general manager Rob Babcock on Thursday after just a year a half on the job.
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AP | Jan 26, 2006
Jermaine O'Neal is expected to miss at least eight weeks with a left groin tear, leaving the Indiana Pacers without their leading scorer and rebounder.
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Globeandmail | Jan 26, 2006
The Toronto Raptors have scheduled a 2 p.m. news conference for this afternoon where it's reported that GM Rob Babcock will be fired.
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New York Daily News | Jan 26, 2006
Larry Brown revealed yesterday that Antonio Davis is expected to rejoin the Knicks Saturday in Philadelphia.
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ESPN | Jan 26, 2006
Utah Jazz rookie Robert Whaley is out indefinitely with torn cartilage in his right knee.
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Memphis Commercial-Appeal | Jan 26, 2006
Grizzlies center Lorenzen Wright has changed agents, having recently hired Andy Miller after the veteran center severed ties with longtime representative Robert Fayne.
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Chicago Tribune | Jan 26, 2006
Kirk Hinrich left the Bulls' game against the Raptors with 2 minutes 23 seconds left in the third quarter Wednesday night because of a bruised left thigh.
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Dallas Morning News | Jan 26, 2006
The Mavericks expect to be without point guard Devin Harris for tonight's game at Seattle.
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Press Release | Jan 26, 2006
Dallas Mavericks head coach Avery Johnson will coach the Western Conference All-Stars for the 2006 NBA All-Star Game, to be played on Sunday, Feb.
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AP | Jan 26, 2006
Philadelphia 76ers forward Lee Nailon was arraigned Wednesday on simple assault and harassment charges stemming from a fight with his wife at home.
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AP | Jan 26, 2006
Dallas Mavericks guard Devin Harris sprained his right shoulder in a collision with Golden State's Mike Dunleavy on Wednesday night.
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ESPN | Jan 26, 2006
Hornets coach Byron Scott said Wednesday he would rather have the team return to Oklahoma City than go back to New Orleans next season.
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Toronto Star | Jan 25, 2006
The Junkyard Dog is back with the Toronto Raptors.
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pacers.com | Jan 25, 2006
After 24 hours of confusion the Indiana Pacers have finally relieved themselves of Ron Artest, landing sharp shooter Peja Stojakovic
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Reuters | Jan 25, 2006
Isiah Thomas on Wednesday denied sexual harassment allegations made in a lawsuit by a former Knicks executive against him and the team's owner.
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ESPN | Jan 25, 2006
The Kings and Pacers have both signed off on a deal that will send Ron Artest to Sacramento and Peja Stojakovic to Indiana. The trade is now only pending league approval.
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ESPN | Jan 25, 2006
Reports are indicating that Ron Artest has agreed to the trade that will send him to Sacramento for Peja Stojakovic. He has reportedly spoken to the Maloof's and they are now reconsidering it.
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OC Register | Jan 25, 2006
Clippers forward Corey Maggette is optimistic about this weekend.
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New York Post | Jan 25, 2006
It's been a week since Antonio Davis left the Knicks' huddle in Chicago to rush into the stands — and left the Knicks in a lurch.
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Philadelphia Inquirer | Jan 25, 2006
Maurice Cheeks acknowledged last night there were "loud exchanges" in the 76ers' locker room after his team suffered a 28-point loss at Washington last week, but added he did not find the mood unusual.
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AP | Jan 25, 2006
Kobe Bryant practiced Tuesday for the first time since his astonishing performance against the Toronto Raptors, and was tagged with a new nickname.
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Washington Post | Jan 25, 2006
"We sure have had enough bad luck for a year," said Jermaine O'Neal, who may have torn a groin muscle in the fourth quarter. "I'm really, really concerned. I heard it pop. Hopefully, I won't need surgery."
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NY Times | Jan 25, 2006
A former high-level Knicks executive filed a lawsuit yesterday accusing Isiah Thomas, the team's president, of sexual harassment and discrimination, saying he had made unwanted advances, cursed her and barred players from working with her on community events.
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JSOnline.com | Jan 24, 2006
Charlie Bell, who has been sidelined with a sprained right knee for the past six weeks, practiced at the Cousins Center and said he could be back in the lineup when the Bucks play the Toronto Raptors on Friday night at home.
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ESPN | Jan 24, 2006
Ron Artest has been summoned to a Wednesday morning meeting with the Pacers, who want to hear from the player himself on whether he is standing in the way of a trade to the Kings for Peja Stojakovic.
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NBATV | Jan 24, 2006
Reports are now coming out that Ron Artest could still approve a deal that would send him to the Sacramento Kings
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Philadelphia Inquirer | Jan 24, 2006
The Warriors were believed to have gotten involved as recently as today, offering a package of Mike Dunleavy Jr., Calbert Cheaney and another player for Ron Artest.
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ESPN | Jan 24, 2006
Ron Artest's saga in Indiana continues on. The Pacers tried to trade Artest to the Kings for Peja Stojakovic, but ESPN's Jim Gray reports the deal is off because Artest turned it down.
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Press Release | Jan 24, 2006
The New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets announced today that tickets for the three games scheduled to be played in the New Orleans Arena in March will go on sale Wednesday, January 25th at 10:00 a.
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ESPN | Jan 24, 2006
Denver Nuggets center Marcus Camby was cleared Tuesday to play after missing 14 games with a broken finger.
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Press Release | Jan 24, 2006
It was announced on Tuesday by Sixers' GM Billy King that forward Lee Nailon has been arrested.
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ESPN | Jan 24, 2006
The Indiana Pacers have agreed to trade Ron Artest to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Peja Stojakovic pending league approval.
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ESPN | Jan 24, 2006
The Indiana Pacers are closer to dealing Ron Artest and getting a player to help their struggling team.
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Boston Herald | Jan 24, 2006
Sources indicated on Monday that the Celtics might be looking at streaky Seattle scorer Ronald “Flip” Murray.
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Sacramento Bee | Jan 24, 2006
There was a man sitting courtside at the Kings-Miami game on Sunday night, dispatched by his NBA team for the sole purpose of scouting Peja Stojakovic.
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Bergen Record | Jan 24, 2006
Stephon Marbury was certain and emphatic after practice Monday.
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NY Post | Jan 24, 2006
According to three sources, it's strictly Sacramento's call; the Pacers are agreeable and ready to deal, and are waiting for the Kings to make up their mind.
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ESPN | Jan 24, 2006
The Charlotte Bobcats have added yet another name to a long list of injured players.
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AP | Jan 24, 2006
Michael Axelrod, the Chicago fan who quarreled with the wife of Knicks forward Antonio Davis at the United Center last week, issued a joint statement with the Davises on Monday, saying the episode "evolved from some misunderstandings.
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Chicago Tribune | Jan 23, 2006
Tim Thomas says he is working out at Villanova with his old college team.
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Press Release | Jan 23, 2006
Memphis Grizzlies President of Basketball Operations Jerry West announced today the team has signed free agent guard Chucky Atkins to a contract.
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Mercury News | Jan 23, 2006
For the past three months, Ike Diogu has focused primarily on being a center -- a stretch highlighted by eight games as the Warriors' starter at the position.
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L.A. Times | Jan 23, 2006
Laker guard Aaron McKie is still a couple of weeks from returning from a quadriceps tendon injury, Jackson said.
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Tacoma News-Tribune | Jan 23, 2006
The agent for Seattle SuperSonics forward Reggie Evans has asked general manager Rick Sund to trade his client. "Clearly there is not a role for Reggie on this team."
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Memphis Commercial-Appeal | Jan 23, 2006
Free-agent point guard Chucky Atkins cleared waivers last Friday but whether he joins the Grizzlies isn't a scenario that is as cut and dry, according to a Washington Post report.
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Toronto Star | Jan 23, 2006
Those Jalen Rose-to-New York rumours are resurfacing again.
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Seattle Times | Jan 23, 2006
Ray Allen didn't say he would not play in the 2006 World Championships in Japan or the 2008 Beijing Olympics, but his comments about how Team USA czar Jerry Colangelo is assembling the team insinuated that he'll pass if extended an invitation.
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Denver Post | Jan 23, 2006
Life is good for the Nuggets and is expected to get better by week's end with the return of center Marcus Camby.
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ESPN | Jan 23, 2006
It was an unofficial turn-back-the-clock night in Phoenix, to the days when everybody in the NBA loved to run and shoot, and nobody played much defense.
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RealGM | Jan 23, 2006
Kobe Bryant tonight showed the world that he is the world's most dominant player, scoring an amazing 81 points on the Toronto Raptors at the Staples Center. This was the second highest total in NBA history.
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JSOnline.com | Jan 22, 2006
After a two-game absence because of a hamstring strain, point guard T.
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Press Release | Jan 22, 2006
The Cleveland Cavaliers have assigned forward/center Martynas Andriuskevicius to the Arkansas RimRockers of the NBA Development League, Cavaliers General Manager Danny Ferry announced today.
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AP | Jan 22, 2006
Houston forward Ryan Bowen left the Rockets' game against Detroit on Sunday after complaining of an irregular heartbeat.
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Boston Globe | Jan 22, 2006
Marcus Banks has finally found a place for himself with the Celtics.
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NY Post | Jan 22, 2006
The New York Post is hearing that the long-rumored Jalen Rose for Penny Hardaway deal has been gaining steam of late.
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Philadelphia Inquirer | Jan 22, 2006
Heart and commitment on defense supersede the Sixers' talent issues.
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NY Post | Jan 22, 2006
While on the subject of the Clippers, Peter Vecsey hears they're discussing a Chris Wilcox - Francisco Elson trade with Denver.
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Chicago Sun-Times | Jan 22, 2006
Bulls big man Tyson Chandler -- who's been mired in a season-long funk,even called an 'overpaid Mikki Moore' by one NBA coach -- led the way in the Bulls' 101-89 win in Indiana with a 15-point (7-for-9 shooting), 14-rebound effort despite playing with a very sore left ring finger that his dislocated Friday.
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Washington Post | Jan 22, 2006
The Grizzlies have expressed interest in signing former Washington Wizards guard Chucky Atkins. But Atkins has yet to decide where he wants to play.
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AP | Jan 22, 2006
LeBron James started for the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night at Utah despite a sore right knee that was X-rayed earlier in the day.
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ESPN | Jan 21, 2006
The injuries keep piling up for the Charlotte Bobcats.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 21, 2006
Guard Jameer Nelson missed Orlando's game Saturday night against the Sacramento Kings with a sprained right foot.
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ESPN | Jan 21, 2006
San Antonio guard Manu Ginobili was carried into the locker room by teammates after spraining his right ankle in the third quarter of the Spurs' game against Miami on Friday night.
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AP | Jan 21, 2006
Even though the Houston Rockets planned to limit Tracy McGrady's minutes when he returned to the lineup, he wouldn't hear of it.
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ESPN | Jan 21, 2006
The Sonics see Reggie Evans as one of their best trade assets, but his low salary ($1.1 million) makes it difficult to get equal value in return.
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ESPN | Jan 21, 2006
"I do think we're getting closer," said Donnie Walsh. "I do think we'll have something in the next week or so." The Warriors, Nuggets, Wolves, Clippers and Lakers remain interested.
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New York Post | Jan 21, 2006
he testosterone continued to flow at Knicks camp yesterday, as Larry Brown questioned commissioner David Stern's judgment and said he would've been right behind Antonio Davis in the United Center stands had he known what was happening with Davis' wife and kids.
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Memphis Commercial-Appeal | Jan 21, 2006
Veteran point guard Chucky Atkins cleared waivers Friday, keeping alive the good possibility that he'll sign with the Grizzlies.
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Dallas Morning News | Jan 21, 2006
Marquis Daniels is scheduled to take a major step today in his return to the Mavericks.
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ESPN | Jan 21, 2006
Fred Hoiberg met with doctors on Friday to discuss his recovery from open-heart surgery, but still is uncertain about trying to become the first man to play in the NBA with a pacemaker.
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SI.com | Jan 20, 2006
Manu Ginobili was carried into the locker room by teammates after spraining his right ankle in the third quarter of the Spurs' game against Miami on Friday night.
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AP | Jan 20, 2006
Former Seattle All-Star Detlef Schrempf was hired by the Sonics on Friday to fill a spot on new coach Bob Hill's staff.
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Press Release | Jan 20, 2006
The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed center Zendon Hamilton to a second 10-day contract, Cavaliers General Manager Danny Ferry announced today.
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SI.com | Jan 20, 2006
The fan accused of harassing the wife of New York Knicks forward Antonio Davis will drop threats of a lawsuit if the couple says it's sorry, the man's attorney said Friday.
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ESPN | Jan 20, 2006
Kobe Bryant plans to play for the U.
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Portland Tribune | Jan 20, 2006
Trail Blazer centers Joel Przybilla and Theo Ratliff have shown it is possible to split time at a position and not be at war with each other — or the coach.
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Providence Journal | Jan 20, 2006
Despite both Danny Ainge and Doc Rivers' recent assertions that there's nothing on the table as far as a Mark Blount trade goes, a source with the team said yesterday that the Celtics are "trying desperately" to get rid of the 7-foot veteran.
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CBSNews.com | Jan 20, 2006
DeVon Hardin is Cal's No.
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Daily Herald | Jan 20, 2006
Bulls rookie Eddie Basden will be sent to the Tulsa 66ers of the Developmental League soon, GM John Paxson confirmed.
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ESPN | Jan 20, 2006
Forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim was back in uniform for the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night, making an improbably quick return to action with his broken jaw still wired shut.
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L.A. Times | Jan 20, 2006
Arco Arena gleefully welcomed back one of its least favorite characters, Laker Coach Phil Jackson, and the home team carried it from there, beating the Lakers in overtime, 118-109, Thursday night.
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Toronto Star | Jan 20, 2006
The relationship between Sam Mitchell and Rob Babcock may have been pushed further apart this week with the confusing recall of second-year forward Pape Sow.
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Star-Ledger | Jan 20, 2006
"Yeah, I'd welcome Steph. I don't think Steph will come back to Minnesota, though. But I mean, New York's cold, New Jersey's cold. Who knows, man? We all mature and get older."
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Toronto Star | Jan 20, 2006
It's not the first time Antonio and Kendra Davis have been involved in off-court scuffles or confrontations.
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NY Times | Jan 20, 2006
Coach Larry Brown reported that Stephon Marbury's sprained left shoulder had improved, but could not say whether he would play Saturday against New Orleans.
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AP | Jan 20, 2006
Charlotte Bobcats forward Sean May had arthroscopic surgery on his right knee Thursday, likely bringing his rookie season to an end.
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AP | Jan 20, 2006
Clippers center Zeljko Rebraca was cleared Thursday to return to action after missing 24 games because of an irregular heartbeat.
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ESPN | Jan 19, 2006
As New York Knicks forward Antonio Davis was suspended for five games by the NBA for climbing into the stands to confront a man during a game in Chicago, that fan said he did nothing wrong and was attacked by Davis' wife.
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Press Release | Jan 19, 2006
New York Knicks forward Antonio Davis has been suspended five games without pay for entering the spectator stands, announced the NBA on Thursday afternoon.
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Chicago Sun-Times | Jan 19, 2006
Chicago Bulls general manager John Paxson was fined $15,000 by the NBA on Thursday for verbally abusing referees after a loss to Denver.
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Press Release | Jan 19, 2006
Washington Wizards President of Basketball Operations Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has recalled second-year center Peter John Ramos from the Roanoke Dazzle of the NBA D-League.
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Press Release | Jan 19, 2006
Golden State Warriors guard Baron Davis has been suspended one game without pay for swinging at and hitting Seattle SuperSonics guard Luke Ridnour in the chest, it was announced today by Stu Jackson, NBA Senior Vice President Basketball Operations.
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Press Release | Jan 19, 2006
The Chicago Bulls organization released the following statement regarding last night’s incident during the Bulls/Knicks game:
"At every sporting event in every venue in the world there is banter going back and forth between fans with different rooting interests.
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PhillyBurbs.com | Jan 19, 2006
Chris Webber doesn't sound like he's as thrilled to be a Sixer as he was in training camp.
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Newsday | Jan 19, 2006
The Knicks have been shopping for a backup point guard and would have been interested in Chucky Atkins, whose contract was bought out by Washington yesterday, but he is expected to sign with Memphis.
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NY Times | Jan 19, 2006
"I witnessed my wife being threatened by a man that I learned later to be intoxicated," said Knicks forward Antonio Davis. "There was no time to call security."
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NOLA.com | Jan 19, 2006
Hornets coach Byron Scott doesn't need statistics to back his case, though the numbers are glaring: Hornets forward David West averages 16.
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Star Tribune | Jan 19, 2006
Wolves coach Dwane Casey is nterested in dealing with his former team, the Seattle SuperSonics, for Reggie Evans and Ronald (Flip) Murray, two players he knows and likes.
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Rocky Mountain News | Jan 19, 2006
The Nuggets have been unable to trade shooting guard Voshon Lenard, but it appears to be too early to consider a contract buyout.
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Florida Today | Jan 19, 2006
Steve Francis said the Orlando Magic have assured him that he will not be dealt before the NBA's Feb.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 19, 2006
Magic power forward Dwight Howard told the Sentinel on Wednesday that he has committed to play for the U.
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Salt Lake Tribune | Jan 19, 2006
The NBA is reviewing Jerry Sloan's confrontation with referee Danny Crawford shortly after Tuesday's game ended, a league spokesman said Wednesday, but has reached no decision on whether to penalize the Jazz coach for the incident.
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Denver Post | Jan 19, 2006
The Nuggets received one more lucky break than they gave away in their clunky 90-89 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday at the Pepsi Center, a game with a book's worth of moments in the final 22 seconds alone.
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USA Today | Jan 19, 2006
Steve Francis had 12 points, seven rebounds and seven assists in his first game back from a two-game suspension to lead the Orlando Magic over the Washington Wizards 106-98 on Wednesday night.
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NY Times | Jan 19, 2006
Stephon Marbury injured his shoulder against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday and did not play Wednesday against the Bulls.
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Press Release | Jan 19, 2006
Detroit Pistons head coach Flip Saunders will coach the Eastern Conference All-Stars for the 2006 NBA All-Star Game, to be played on Sunday, Feb.
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Sacramento Bee | Jan 19, 2006
Shareef Abdur-Rahim, whose jaw was broken by the errant elbow of Portland's Zach Randolph on Dec.
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New York Post | Jan 19, 2006
The New York Post is reporting that Chucky Atkins will soon become the newest member of the Memphis Grizzlies in a pre-arranged deal.
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SI.com | Jan 18, 2006
During a timeout in Chicago, Antonio Davis jumped over the scorers' table and ascended about ten rows of seats
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TSN.ca | Jan 18, 2006
Pape Sow is back with the Raptors after a successful two-month stint in the minors.
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USAToday.com | Jan 18, 2006
Grant Hill will be sidelined 7-10 days because of continued abdominal pain, the Orlando Magic said Wednesday.
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Ticker | Jan 18, 2006
The Houston Rockets signed guard John Lucas III to a second 10-day contract on Wednesday.
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Press Release | Jan 18, 2006
Wizards President of Basketball Operations Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the Washington Wizards and guard Chucky Atkins have agreed to a buyout of Atkins’ contract.
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Press Release | Jan 18, 2006
The Miami Heat announced today that Dorell Wright and Earl Barron have been recalled from the Florida Flame of the NBA Development League.
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Seattle PI | Jan 18, 2006
Limited to 20 minutes on the treadmill because of a damaged left knee, Danny Fortson's only basketball activity Tuesday was a series of free throws after most of his teammates departed from a 2 1/2-hour practice at Furtado Center.
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PhillyBurbs.com | Jan 18, 2006
Barring a setback, Willie Green is expected to get final clearance to return to the basketball court in mid-February, according to King.
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Boston Herald | Jan 18, 2006
With all the trade talk, Mark Blount’s agent was preaching caution on Tuesday.
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St Paul Pioneer Press | Jan 18, 2006
One report said that a deal between the Celtics and Wolves is 80% likely to happen. Michael Olowokandi would be dealt for Marcus Blount.
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Chicago Sun-Times | Jan 18, 2006
Operations chief John Paxson had some choice words for the game officials Monday after the 97-94 loss to the Denver Nuggets at the United Center.
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L.A. Times | Jan 18, 2006
Laker officials were privately encouraged to see Andrew Bynum hold his ground defensively against Shaquille O'Neal.
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USAToday.com | Jan 17, 2006
Dallas Mavericks forward Keith Van Horn has a sprained left ankle and was listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game at Houston.
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SI.com | Jan 17, 2006
Orlando forward Grant Hill traveled to Philadelphia on Tuesday to have his sports hernia reevaluated, though the Magic's leading scorer is expected to be available for Wednesday's game against Washington.
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LA Times | Jan 17, 2006
Neither Mike Dunleavy or Elgin Baylor have been in touch with Latrell Sprewell, throwing water on reports that the Clippers were looking to sign the former All-Star.
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Press Release | Jan 17, 2006
Philadelphia 76ers Head Coach Maurice Cheeks announced today that the team has hired Henry Bibby as an assistant coach for the remainder of the season.
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Press Release | Jan 17, 2006
The Chicago Bulls signed rookie Stephen Graham to a 10-day contract today.
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FoxSports.com | Jan 17, 2006
New York Knicks guard Stephon Marbury, who hasn't missed a game due to injury in five years, is doubtful for Wednesday's game at Chicago because of a sprained left shoulder.
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ESPN | Jan 17, 2006
Shaquille O'Neal got the word from Hall of Famer Bill Russell to make peace with Kobe Bryant, just as Russell once did with Wilt Chamberlain.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 17, 2006
Several clubs inquired about trading for Orlando Magic point guard Steve Francis while he was suspended for conduct detrimental to the team.
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NY Daily News | Jan 17, 2006
The Pacers could continue to hold out for the Warriors' Ike Diogu, the one young player who really has caught their fancy but who is not being made available by Golden State's Chris Mullin.
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Boston Globe | Jan 17, 2006
According to two league sources, a deal that would send Mark Blount to Minnesota or Memphis could be completed soon. The most likely deal would have Blount sent to Minnesota for center Michael Olowokandi.
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AP | Jan 16, 2006
New Jersey Nets backup guard Jeff McInnis has torn cartilage in his left knee that will require surgery, coach Lawrence Frank said Monday.
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SI.com | Jan 16, 2006
Healthy or not, Elton Brand was determined to get back on the court after missing two games because of a sore right hip.
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AP | Jan 16, 2006
Steve Francis, who missed two games, met with team officials on Monday and general manager Otis Smith said the team is eager to move on.
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Press Release | Jan 16, 2006
New Jersey Nets guard Jeff McInnis underwent an MRI on Sunday, January 15, 2006, to determine the extent of a left knee injury he suffered in the Nets/Dallas game on January 14.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 16, 2006
Magic Assistant General Manager Otis Smith said PG Steve Francis' return to the team will be decided during today's meeting at RDV Sportsplex.
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Sacramento Bee | Jan 16, 2006
Shareef Abdur-Rahim could engage in his first practice, albeit limited, since he had his jaw broken against Portland on Dec.
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LA Times | Jan 16, 2006
The Clippers are hopeful that free-agent guard Latrell Sprewell will join them for the remainder of the season, a team source said.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram | Jan 16, 2006
As he approaches free agency this summer, Mavericks point guard Jason Terry hopes he won't experience a repeat of the summer of 2003.
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Newsday | Jan 16, 2006
Back spasms prevented Mike James from playing against the Knicks yesterday, but there's a possibility he could be playing for them next season if he opts out of the last year of his current contract and is available for the midlevel exception.
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Toronto Star | Jan 16, 2006
Eric Williams knows that Toronto is not the place for him, and he's let the Raptors know, too.
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AP | Jan 15, 2006
Kings forward Peja Stojakovic missed his second straight game Sunday night with a protruding disc in his lower back, another potentially serious injury for the three-time All-Star.
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AP | Jan 15, 2006
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Drew Gooden sat out Sunday night's game against the Portland Trail Blazers due to a thigh injury.
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AP | Jan 15, 2006
Jalen Rose and the Toronto Raptors ended New York's winning streak with a record game.
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Detroit News | Jan 15, 2006
After the Pistons beat the Spurs on Thursday, Flip Saunders said he would consider using Tayshaun Prince as a backup point guard more often.
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NY Daily News | Jan 15, 2006
David Stern said he intended to find a replacement for outgoing deputy commissioner Russ Granik by the new year, but there still hasn't been an announcement about the NBA's new No.
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NY Daily News | Jan 15, 2006
Denver is shopping Earl Watson, despite GM Kiki Vandeweghe's denials.
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L.A. Times | Jan 15, 2006
A source tells the L.
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Star-Tribune | Jan 15, 2006
Wolves owner Glen Taylor hinted that Michael Olowokandi could be dealt by the beginning of the coming week.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 15, 2006
Steve Francis wants to stay in Orlando, but will he soon be joining Kevin Garnett in Minnesota?
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New York Post | Jan 15, 2006
Richard Jefferson shot before the game and felt much better than he expected.
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Chicago Tribune | Jan 15, 2006
Andres Nocioni isn't interested in participating in the All-Star Game three-point shootout next month.
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ESPN | Jan 15, 2006
Seattle SuperSonics coach Bob Hill has reached agreement with the team on a restructured contract, he said before Friday's game against Miami.
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AP | Jan 14, 2006
LeBron James has committed to playing for the U.
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AP | Jan 14, 2006
Indiana Pacers forward Jermaine O'Neal left Saturday night's game against the Chicago Bulls with a sprained left ankle
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Rocky Mountain News | Jan 14, 2006
Nuggets center Marcus Camby still hopes to return by the end of January from a broken right pinkie, but it will be close.
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NY Post | Jan 14, 2006
A source tells Peter Vecsey that Andre Miller's name has appeared in trade talks again. It is possible that the Celtics and Nuggets are discussing the Miller for Paul Pierce swap that was a hot rumor in the summer.
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Indianapolis Star | Jan 14, 2006
Jonathan Bender has two choices, neither of which is appealing.
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ESPN | Jan 13, 2006
Peja Stojakovic missed Sacramento's game against the New Orleans Hornets on Friday night because of a lingering back problem.
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ESPN | Jan 13, 2006
Suns forward Amare Stoudemire said on Friday that he doesn't expect to play his first real game until sometime in March.
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ESPN | Jan 13, 2006
Utah Jazz forward Carlos Boozer, who has yet to play this season, suffered a setback in his rehabilitation from a hamstring injury, a Salt Lake City television station reported Friday.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram | Jan 13, 2006
Erick Dampier is on the verge of losing his starting job.
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USA Today | Jan 13, 2006
Tracy McGrady said he felt fine after Friday's workout, but left the final decision on when he'll come back to Coach Jeff Van Gundy.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 13, 2006
Orlando Magic guard Keyon Dooling was suspended five games for fighting with Seattle guard Ray Allen on Wednesday.
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Florida Today | Jan 13, 2006
Orlando Magic guard Steve Francis refused head coach Brian Hill's orders to re-enter Wednesday's game late in the fourth quarter at Seattle.
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L.A. Times | Jan 13, 2006
Ronny Turiaf has agreed in principle to sign with the Lakers and will join the team by Monday, his agent said.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 13, 2006
The Kobe-LeBron matchup didn't quite go as hyped, with neither at the top of his game.
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ESPN | Jan 13, 2006
Just because Chris Paul hurried back from a torn thumb ligament doesn't mean New Orleans Hornets coach Byron Scott won't cringe every time his star rookie drives to the basket.
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ESPN | Jan 12, 2006
NBA front-office sources disclosed on Thursday that the Pacers have abandoned their interest in Corey Maggette because of concerns with his troublesome left foot.
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ESPN | Jan 12, 2006
Los Angeles Lakers forward Slava Medvedenko underwent surgery Thursday to repair a herniated disc in his lower back, and isn't expected to play again this season.
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Press Release | Jan 12, 2006
The Orlando Magic have suspended guard Steve Francis for conduct detrimental to the team. Francis scored just 10 points and had six turnovers during a 113-104 loss to the Seattle SuperSonics on Wednesday.
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Washington Times | Jan 12, 2006
A number of teams have shown interest in Washington Wizards reserve guard Chucky Atkins.
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Denver Post | Jan 12, 2006
Despite little action this season, Kiki Vandeweghe has read more than his share of trade rumors.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 12, 2006
Pending more medical results, Orlando Magic forward Grant Hill will test his groin area today during a light practice in Portland, Ore.
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Memphis Commercial Appeal | Jan 12, 2006
The Grizzlies were going "nowhere" down trade avenues to replace injured guard Damon Stoudamire as of Wednesday afternoon, according to league sources.
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New York Post | Jan 12, 2006
Knick president Isiah Thomas is finding out that Quentin Richardson and his bad back are not in high demand.
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Indianapolis Star | Jan 12, 2006
Al Harrington told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Wednesday that he heard from people in Indiana the Pacers were close to a deal that would send Artest to the Los Angeles Clippers for forward Corey Maggette.
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Newsday | Jan 12, 2006
After the Knicks' 117-115 overtime win last night, Dallas owner Mark Cuban complained about a third-quarter shoving match between the Knicks' Maurice Taylor and the Mavs' Jerry Stackhouse.
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AP | Jan 12, 2006
Portland coach Nate McMillan drew a heart on the play board in his pregame address and gave a passionate speech aimed at stopping the Trail Blazers' six-game skid in the face of Kobe Bryant's scoring spree.
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AP | Jan 12, 2006
After a series of elbows, Keyon Dooling pushed Ray Allen to the ground. Allen got up and tackled Dooling into the first row of seats along the sideline and onto some fans.
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ESPN | Jan 12, 2006
Peja Stojakovic said after the game he re-injured a protruding disc in his lower back that has bothered him since late December.
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Oregonian | Jan 11, 2006
Almost a month after forward Darius Miles had knee surgery, the Blazers still don't have a firm timetable for his return.
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Press Release | Jan 11, 2006
Detroit Pistons guard Carlos Arroyo has been suspended one game without pay for making physical contact with a game official
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www.news14charlotte.com | Jan 11, 2006
Bobcats coach Bernie Bickerstaff tried to squash rumors that teams are trying to trade for Knight.
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Detroit News | Jan 11, 2006
There are two Pistons' names that come up most frequently in Internet trade rumors -- Darko Milicic and Carlos Arroyo .
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Boston Herald | Jan 11, 2006
“I said everything in there, but not everything I said got put in, I also said I wanted to stay with the Celtics my whole career," said Paul Pierce.
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ESPN | Jan 11, 2006
The Warriors have re-iterated to the Pacers more than once -- rookie power forward Ike Diogu is an untouchable. Troy Murphy remains a possibility however.
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Denver Post | Jan 11, 2006
"It would be hard to trade him," Nuggets general manager Kiki Vandeweghe said Tuesday. "That hasn't changed. Nothing has changed since the 15th (of December)."
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Newark Star-Ledger | Jan 11, 2006
Richard Jefferson watched a clip of Tracy McGrady being wheeled off on a stretcher Sunday night at the Toyota Center in Houston, and he immediately sympathized.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 11, 2006
Carmelo Anthony didn't mind the extra work, not even when he got kneed in the face in the middle of the third overtime.
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ESPN | Jan 11, 2006
Things were looking good for the Charlotte Bobcats: Emeka Okafor returned after an eight-game absence and Brevin Knight's back was feeling better.
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Newsday | Jan 11, 2006
It's obligatory for New York writers to ask LeBron James if he would consider New York when he becomes a free agent at the end of his rookie contract in two more years.
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AP | Jan 11, 2006
Clippers forward Elton Brand missed Tuesday night's game against Orlando because of a bruised right hip.
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Orange County Register | Jan 10, 2006
Clippers forward Corey Maggette, who has missed five weeks because of a left-foot injury, said Monday the soonest he could return is six weeks.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 10, 2006
It's a telling, little-used statistic called "assist differential," and it explains the struggles of the Washington Wizards.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 10, 2006
New Orleans rookie point guard Chris Paul started for the Hornets against Detroit on Tuesday night despite a torn ligament in his thumb, coach Byron Scott said.
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AP | Jan 10, 2006
Free-agent forward Kaniel Dickens signed a 10-day contract with the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday.
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Press Release | Jan 10, 2006
The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed center Zendon Hamilton to a 10-day contract, Cavaliers General Manager Danny Ferry announced today.
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Seattle Times | Jan 10, 2006
It's not official, but New York Knicks rookie Nate Robinson, the former Washington Husky, is expected to compete in the dunk contest in next month's All-Star Game in Houston.
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NY Post | Jan 10, 2006
A non-aligned source claims the Bulls offered Ben Gordon to the Celtics for Al Jefferson and Marcus Banks.
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LA Times | Jan 10, 2006
The L.
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Boston Herald | Jan 10, 2006
“I’m not getting any younger,” said Paul Pierce. “(A trade) is something I’d give a lot of thought to.”
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 10, 2006
Forward Drew Gooden has been apparently put on the trading block again by the Cavs -- his third team.
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Star-Leger | Jan 10, 2006
Antonio Davis, who initially was so opposed to coming to New York, says he likes working with the team's young players so much, he would love to come back to play here next year.
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nba.com | Jan 10, 2006
The Toronto Raptors’ Mike James and the Phoenix Suns’ Steve Nash today were named the Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week, respectively, for games played Monday, Jan.
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San Jose Mercury News | Jan 10, 2006
Oakland Arena will no doubt be packed Wednesday night as Bay Area fans catch their only glimpse of Shaquille O'Neal and the Miami Heat this season.
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New York Post | Jan 10, 2006
Cavaliers assistant coach Mike Malone, the lone Knicks staffer not retained by Larry Brown when he took over as head coach last summer, said he had a "sour ending" with the Knicks.
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AP | Jan 10, 2006
Kobe Bryant scored 45 points on Monday, making him the first player to score at least that many in four consecutive games since November 1964.
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Canada.com | Jan 9, 2006
Toronto Raptors forward Morris Peterson says he won't face any fines for slapping former teammate Vince Carter in the face during Sunday's game against the New Jersey Nets.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 9, 2006
Chris Webber sat out Philadelphia's game against Seattle on Monday night with a lower back strain.
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ESPN | Jan 9, 2006
Houston Rockets star Tracy McGrady will miss the next two games and be re-evaluated Friday after a recurrence of the back spasms that have bothered him this season.
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Press Release | Jan 9, 2006
The Phoenix Suns announced today the signing of forward Josh Davis to a 10-day contract.
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NY Daily News | Jan 9, 2006
Rick Brunson doubts whether Latrell Sprewell will play again. Brunson spoke to his former Knicks teammate last week and said that Sprewell is enjoying retirement.
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Sun-Sentinel | Jan 9, 2006
Heat guard Jason Williams was back in the lineup Sunday against the Blazers, but no one can say for sure when he'll next have to sit out.
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Denver Post | Jan 9, 2006
Center Marcus Camby said he hopes to return by month's end after surgery Dec.
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Denver Post | Jan 9, 2006
Nuggets guard Earl Watson could join teammate Eduardo Najera in representing Mexico next year.
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AP | Jan 9, 2006
The Houston Rockets signed rookie guard John Lucas III to a 10-day contract on Sunday, four days after waiving him.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 8, 2006
Houston star Tracy McGrady left Sunday night's game against Denver with a recurrence of severe back spasms.
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Washington Post | Jan 8, 2006
At 13-18, the Wizards are one of most disappointing teams in the NBA this season.
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ESPN | Jan 8, 2006
Vince Carter stuck it to his former fans -- then called it his greatest shot ever.
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ESPN | Jan 8, 2006
Toronto Raptors forward Morris Peterson was ejected from Sunday's game against the New Jersey Nets after slapping former teammate Vince Carter in the face.
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NY Daily News | Jan 8, 2006
Golden State wants Ron Artest, even if he looks like a questionable fit with coach Mike Montgomery in only his second NBA season and the Warriors lacking strong personalities in the locker room to keep Artest in place.
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NY Daily News | Jan 8, 2006
The Nuggets have quietly sent out feelers about Chicago's disgruntled guard, Ben Gordon.
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New York Daily News | Jan 8, 2006
Jason Kidd wants to win gold again.
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Detroit News | Jan 8, 2006
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban thinks the league's officials might be giving the Pistons and Spurs too much leeway during games
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 8, 2006
The time off must have done Kobe Bryant a lot of good.
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Houston Chronicle | Jan 8, 2006
Damon Stoudamire's season-ending knee injury has forced the Memphis Grizzlies to look for a new point guard.
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AP | Jan 8, 2006
Dallas Mavericks guard Marquis Daniels will miss at least two weeks because of a strained neck that has been slow to heal.
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ESPN | Jan 7, 2006
Tim Duncan has officially notified USA Basketball that he will not be a part of the U.
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Press Release | Jan 7, 2006
Houston forward Juwan Howard has been suspended one game without pay for hitting Toronto’s Mike James in the face with the basketball
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ESPN | Jan 7, 2006
The Clippers did have some interest in signing the very available Latrell Sprewell, who gets a hearty endorsement from new Clips point guard Sam Cassell.
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ESPN | Jan 7, 2006
Baron Davis won't openly lobby for the Warriors to sweeten their Ron Artest offers to Indiana.
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Fox Sports | Jan 7, 2006
Richard Hamilton caught a pass, missed a 3-pointer and was fouled - by a coach.
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ESPN | Jan 7, 2006
Kobe Bryant had a perfect game beyond the arc to take over the NBA scoring lead after dropping 48 points on the Sixers
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ESPN | Jan 7, 2006
"I really doubt I'll be back [coaching] next year." -- Heat coach Pat Riley.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 6, 2006
Veteran referee Jim Clark missed part of the third quarter of Friday's game between the Nets and Magic after he was apparently kicked in the head by a tumbling performer right before the second half was set to begin.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 6, 2006
New Orleans point guard Chris Paul left the Hornets' game against Portland on Friday night with a torn ligament in his right thumb and will miss at least two weeks.
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Dallas News | Jan 6, 2006
Guard Marquis Daniels will miss at least the next two Mavericks games after aggravating a neck injury that kept him out of five games last month.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 6, 2006
Boston Celtics first-round draft pick Gerald Green will be sent to the NBA's developmental league, head of basketball operations Danny Ainge said Friday.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 6, 2006
The New York Knicks ended Jerome James' indefinite suspension and restored the center to the active roster for Friday night's game against the Washington Wizards.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 6, 2006
Houston forward Juwan Howard was ejected from Friday night's game against Toronto for shoving the Raptors' Mike James in the face with the basketball.
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ESPN | Jan 6, 2006
Houston guard Rafer Alston was critical of Raptors coach Sam Mitchell before his first game back in Toronto, saying he didn't prepare his players for games.
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Press Release | Jan 6, 2006
After 13 years of countless memories as America West Arena, and months of conversion effort, the US Airways Center will officially open its doors at tonight’s Phoenix Suns/Miami Heat game.
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Google / NBA | Jan 6, 2006
Google has teamed with the NBA to make current season NBA games available online for the first time as part of the launch of its Google Video Store, the first open video marketplace where consumers can buy or rent a wide range of video content, it was announced today by Larry Page, Google’s Co-Founder and President, Products, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
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NY Post | Jan 6, 2006
According to Larry Brown, Qyntel Woods will survive the Jan.
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Mercury News | Jan 6, 2006
The main speculation involves a package featuring Troy Murphy for Artest, but Dan Fegan, the agent for Murphy, said Thursday that Mullin assured him Murphy would not be included in any trade for Artest, which sounds right to me since Murphy's long-term deal is a major complication.
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Akron Beacon-Journal | Jan 6, 2006
The injury is different, the pain is the same for Larry Hughes.
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The Times-Picayune | Jan 6, 2006
Toward the end of the Hornets' triumph against the Miami Heat on Wednesday night, Coach Byron Scott put in his reserves.
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AP | Jan 6, 2006
Houston center Yao Ming has begun light workouts and said he expects to return to action in two to three weeks after surgery on an infected big toe.
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AP | Jan 6, 2006
New York Knicks reserve guard Penny Hardaway is working out with a physical therapist in Houston to try to strengthen his knee so that he can return to the team.
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ESPN | Jan 6, 2006
Coach Mike Montgomery was evasive Thursday about Golden State's possible interest in acquiring Ron Artest from Indiana.
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Press Release | Jan 5, 2006
The Golden State Warriors have waived guard Aaron Miles, Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Mullin announced today.
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pacers.com | Jan 5, 2006
The Indiana Pacers announced Thursday they have waived center Samaki Walker.
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OC Register | Jan 5, 2006
The NBA's 10-day contract period begins today, and it is likely the Clippers will sign a player to bolster their injury-depleted team.
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Press Release | Jan 5, 2006
The Cleveland Cavaliers have waived center Zendon Hamilton, Cavaliers General Manager Danny Ferry announced today.
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Press Release | Jan 5, 2006
The New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets announced today that they have waived forward Sean Banks.
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Press Release | Jan 5, 2006
The Phoenix Suns announced today that they have waived center Jared Reiner.
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Press Release | Jan 5, 2006
The Atlanta Hawks today requested waivers on center John Thomas, according to Executive Vice President/General Manager Billy Knight.
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Press Release | Jan 5, 2006
The Chicago Bulls today signed rookie Randy Holcombe to a 10-day contract.
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Newsday | Jan 5, 2006
Knicks backup center Jerome James returned to practice Wednesday, but coach Larry Brown and a team spokesman declined to say whether his suspension would be lifted in time to permit him to take part in the Washington game Friday night at Madison Square Garden.
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Seattle Times | Jan 5, 2006
Once the upheaval from the coaching change settles, Vitaly Potapenko said he will ask the Sonics for a trade, perhaps as early as next week when the team returns from its five-game trip.
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Boston Herald | Jan 5, 2006
Vin Baker would seem to have it made in the Connecticut shade.
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AP | Jan 5, 2006
Chicago center Tyson Chandler is expected to miss a week with a sprained right ankle.
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AP | Jan 5, 2006
Orlando Magic forward Grant Hill was placed on the inactive list for Wednesday's game against Toronto Raptors because of a strained groin.
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Newsday | Jan 5, 2006
Quentin Richardson is available and teams around the N.B.A. are aware that the swingman and three-point gunner can be acquired via trade.
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AP | Jan 5, 2006
Nuggets coach George Karl wants guard Voshon Lenard to get traded soon.
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NY Times | Jan 5, 2006
Larry Brown talked about his decision to replace Trevor Ariza in the Knicks' playing rotation.
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USA Today | Jan 4, 2006
Cleveland guard Larry Hughes will miss the next six to eight weeks with a broken finger.
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AP | Jan 4, 2006
The Houston Rockets waived rookie guard John Lucas III and forward Josh Davis on Wednesday, less than a week after signing them.
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Star Tribune | Jan 4, 2006
Some time soon, perhaps within the next month, Fred Hoiberg will have to make a decision.
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Seattle PI | Jan 4, 2006
Although his admiration for Bob Weiss was apparent, Bob Hill promised wholesale changes in the lineup and rotation.
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ESPN | Jan 4, 2006
The Warriors play the Pacers on Thursday and many believe they have become the frontrunners for Ron Artest. Power forward Troy Murphy reportedly now has a good chance of being involved.
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Press Release | Jan 4, 2006
The Seattle SuperSonics today waived guard Mateen Cleaves, Sonics General Manager Rick Sund announced.
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Toronto Star | Jan 4, 2006
There is no room for Pape Sow right now on the Raptor roster and if he comes back and does play, it's going to be at the expense of Rafael Araujo.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 4, 2006
Grant Hill was besieged by Detroit media before Tuesday night's game after telling the Sentinel he possibly could retire after his contract expires in 2007.
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Indianapolis Star | Jan 4, 2006
Indiana Pacers center David Harrison had just finished his pregame workout Monday when coach Rick Carlisle came around the corner and called him into his office.
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Atlanta Journal-Constitution | Jan 4, 2006
No Hawks player has inspired more Internet chatter in recent weeks than veteran shooting guard Tony Delk.
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Washington Post | Jan 4, 2006
'Tis the season for trade rumors, and the name of Wizards guard Chucky Atkins has been floated in recent days.
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AP | Jan 4, 2006
Dallas guard Devin Harris missed the second half of the Mavericks' game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday night after spraining his right thumb.
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Sports Illustrated | Jan 3, 2006
Despite experimenting with a three-guard lineup, the Los Angeles Clippers decided they no longer needed Howard Eisley and released the veteran Tuesday.
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Press Release | Jan 3, 2006
Memphis Grizzlies guard Damon Stoudamire underwent successful surgery today to repair a ruptured right patellar tendon.
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NBA.com | Jan 3, 2006
The New Jersey Nets' Vince Carter and the Dallas Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki today were named Eastern Conference and Western Conference Players of the Month, respectively, for games played in December.
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St. Paul Pioneer Press | Jan 3, 2006
Word in Indianapolis is that Pacers executives Donnie Walsh and Larry Bird would prefer to trade enigmatic forward Ron Artest soon but will be remain cautious and could keep the 6-foot-7, 252-pounder on the inactive list all season if they can't get the right deal.
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NY Post | Jan 3, 2006
Indiana may make a decision based on the luxury tax and salary cap relief in the impending trade of Ron Artest.
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NY Post | Jan 3, 2006
"If Brown truly is devoted to the core of New York's youth corps (minus disgruntled Trevor Ariza, who may never regain his coach's trust after turning down a start in L.
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NY Post | Jan 3, 2006
Pete Vescey says he has a source who tells him that the Clippers are tapping Sam Cassell to try to lure Latrell Sprewell to L.
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RealGM.com | Jan 3, 2006
With the Sonics struggling early in the season, Bob Weiss has been dismissed as head coach.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jan 3, 2006
"Retirement. . . . Yeah, that's a possibility," Grant Hill told the Orlando Sentinel.
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Seattle Post-Intelligencer | Jan 3, 2006
"What Stu Jackson just did is criminal as far as I'm concerned, like a gangster, like somebody strong-arming somebody, taking their money." -- Sonics forward Danny Fortson
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Chicago Tribune | Jan 3, 2006
Two days after his benching in the Bulls' overtime loss to Phoenix, Michael Sweetney still was slightly perplexed and disgruntled.
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San Jose Mercury News | Jan 3, 2006
All NBA contracts become guaranteed for the season on Jan.
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Beacon Journal | Jan 3, 2006
It wasn't much of a practice, but it meant the world to Anderson Varejao.
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Seattle Times | Jan 3, 2006
Sonics reserve center Robert Swift had a few candid and heartfelt discussions two weeks ago.
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Yahoo! | Jan 3, 2006
Tyson Chandler had zero points and two rebounds in 11 minutes before being sidelined for the rest of the game after spraining his ankle in the third quarter of the Bulls' 93-92 loss to Milwaukee, the Associated Press reports.
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Yahoo! | Jan 2, 2006
A team spokesman confirmed that Jermaine O'Neal has pneumonia but has not been placed on the inactive list. It is unclear when he can be expected to return.
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Press Release | Jan 2, 2006
New York Knickerbockers President of Basketball Operations Isiah Thomas announced today that center Jerome James has been
suspended due to conduct detrimental to the team for an indefinite period.
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Press Release | Jan 2, 2006
Washington Wizards President of Basketball Operations Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has recalled first-year forward Andray Blatche from the Roanoke Dazzle of the NBA D-League.
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Rocky Mountain News | Jan 2, 2006
Seattle has talked to the Denver Nuggets about acquiring Earl Watson, who played his rookie season of 2001-02 with the SuperSonics.
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Oklahoman | Jan 2, 2006
While Hornets coaches and general manager Jeff Bower have been noncommittal about acquiring him, owner George Shinn is apparently interested in acquiring Ron Artest.
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PE.com | Jan 2, 2006
A report on ESPN.
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Tacoma News Tribune | Jan 2, 2006
Bob Weiss is beginning to sound like a man who wants to keep Damien Wilkins as the Sonics starting point guard who has filled in brilliantly while Luke Ridnour has been injured.
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NY Post | Jan 2, 2006
Coach Larry Brown announced it's time to sink or swim with their three first-round rookies, even if it means sacrificing wins.
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Indianapolis Star | Jan 2, 2006
They've talked about their recent discouraging play.
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AP | Jan 2, 2006
Miami Heat coach Pat Riley has signed a contract extension, the team announced Sunday without specifying any terms of the deal.
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AP | Jan 2, 2006
Former NBA player Charles Shackleford was arrested on drug and weapon charges during a routine traffic stop.
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Toronto Sun | Jan 1, 2006
Raptors rookies Jose Calderon (right foot) and Joey Graham (left knee) did not practise yesterday after suffering re-occuring injuries recently.
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Indianapolis Star | Jan 1, 2006
Starting point guard Jamaal Tinsley will miss at least the next three games with a partially torn right biceps muscle.
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Columbian | Jan 1, 2006
General manager John Nash said the Blazers are continuing to listen to proposals, but he isn't feeling pressure to make changes.
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Sun-Sentinel | Jan 1, 2006
Among those drawing consideration are Clippers forward Chris Wilcox, Bobcats center Melvin Ely, Bucks center Dan Gadzuric and several other big men.
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Dallas Morning News | Jan 1, 2006
A perceived lack of respect from officiating crews toward Dirk Nowitzki has pushed Avery Johnson to the boiling point.
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Denver Post | Jan 1, 2006
While the Nuggets and several other teams have interest, Pacers forward Ron Artest said Saturday he wouldn't be surprised if he wasn't traded this season, and he doesn't consider himself an elite player.
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Memphis Commercial Appeal | Jan 1, 2006
The Griz will immediately pursue a replacement for Damon Stoudamire through trade or free agency.
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Boston Globe | Jan 1, 2006
Celtics executive director of basketball operations Danny Ainge flew into Los Angeles from Phoenix yesterday morning, arriving in plenty of time to watch his team play the Clippers last night at Staples Center.
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Yahoo! | Jan 1, 2006
Rafer Alston returned to action on Saturday after missing 19 games with a fractured fibula and had nine points, (4-for-9 shooting), four rebounds, two assists and two blocks.
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Yahoo! | Jan 1, 2006
Mike Miller was inactive for Saturday night's game against Seattle due to a sprained ankle.
Allen Iverson sat out Philadelphia's game against the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night with a sprained left ankle. 
With an overflow at point guard, the Minnesota Timberwolves reassigned Bracey Wright to the Florida Flame of the NBA Development League on Tuesday.
The cast was removed from Corey Maggette's injured left foot Tuesday, and the Los Angeles Clippers said an X-ray revealed significant healing in the ligament he injured almost two months ago.