Archive for May, 2007
Donovan’s jump to NBA a no-brainer
Anyone familiar with Billy Donovan knows that he’s destined for something bigger, even after two NCAA titles, on a football-mad campus. When the promising Magic beckoned, it was only logical to go, Gary Parrish says.
Kerr to become Suns GM, source says
Steve Kerr will be named general manager of the Phoenix Suns, a person with knowledge of the hiring said Friday.
Donovan taking big-money deal to coach Magic
After weeks of waiting for the University of Florida to finalize his new seven-year contract, coach Billy Donovan has another whopper to think about. Same state, different team, higher level. Hello NBA?
Report: Suns set to name Kerr president, GM
The Suns will name Steve Kerr president of basketball operations and general manager next week, according to a report.
O’Brien to coach Pacers
The Pacers have hired Jim O’Brien as coach.
Former OSU star Oden makes his rounds
Greg Oden’s dominant performance in the national championship game was just the start of his coming-out party. It’s now officially in full force as he makes his way through the predraft interview circuit.
Grizzlies hire Suns’ assistant Iavaroni as coach
Marc Iavaroni was hired as coach of the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday after a season that left the team with the worst record in the NBA.
Experienced Spurs return to Finals
After an inconsistent start to the season and watching other clubs go on lengthy winning streaks, the San Antonio Spurs knew it was time to make their run at the playoffs.
Young Jazz ousted but they’ll be back
The Utah Jazz made it back to the playoffs, had their longest run in nine years and then showed they still have a ways to go to join the best teams in the Western Conference.
Pacers hire ex-Celtics, Sixers coach O’Brien
Jim O’Brien was hired Thursday as coach of the Indiana Pacers , who turned to an NBA veteran in hopes of reviving a team that missed the playoffs for the first time in a decade and has been beset by player turmoil.
Lakers owner talks to ‘cornerstone’ Kobe
Lakers owner Jerry Buss spoke with Kobe Bryant on Thursday and said he
told his frustrated superstar he would ‘pursue every avenue possible’ to
improve the team.
Bobcats hire Warriors general manager Higgins
The Charlotte Bobcats hired Rod Higgins as general manager Thursday, reuniting him with former boss Michael Jordan.
Amaechi back in Utah to lead Pride parade
John Amaechi still has fond memories of Salt Lake City despite his struggles on the basketball court.
Amaechi to lead Salt Lake City gay pride parade
John Amaechi still has fond memories of Salt Lake City despite his struggles on the basketball court.
Iavaroni accepts task of guiding Grizzlies
Marc Iavaroni was hired as coach of the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday
after a season that left the team with the worst record in the NBA.
‘Cats lure GM Higgins away from Warriors
The Charlotte Bobcats hired Rod Higgins as general manager Thursday,
reuniting him with former boss Michael Jordan.
Turnovers, sloppy play at Pre-Draft Camp
Michael Jordan arrived late and left early. In between, there was a lot of
sloppy basketball Wednesday night at the NBA Pre-Draft camp.
Dunk of the Night: Tim Duncan
Tim Duncan rises up to grab the pass from Tony Parker and throw down the big slam.
NBA Properties 2005
Jazz learn the hard way from Professor Pop’s Spurs
Too easy. Led by 21 points apiece from Tim Duncan and Tony Parker, the Spurs crush the Jazz 109-84 to win the West in five games. San Antonio’s experience and killer instinct is too much for young Utah, Tony Mejia says.
Haier Play of the Day: Tim Duncan
Tim Duncan rises up to grab the pass from Tony Parker and throw down the big slam.
NBA Properties 2005
Cook stays in draft but will wait to sign with agent
Barring an injury in the next two weeks, Ohio State freshman guard Daequan Cook will sign with agent Mike Conley Sr. and stay in the NBA draft.
Famous Reed jersey to be sold at auction
Willis Reed’s New York Knicks jersey from his dramatic comeback in Game 7 of the 1970 NBA finals will be sold at auction June 5 as part of Sotheby’s and SCP Auctions’ sale of three single-owner collections.
Cuban hopes to create league to rival NFL
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban is part of a group considering formation of a football league that would compete with the NFL for players drafted lower than the second round.
Reed’s jersey from ’70 Finals to be auctioned off
Willis Reed’s New York Knicks jersey from his dramatic comeback in Game 7 of the 1970 NBA finals will be sold at auction June 5 as part of Sotheby’s and SCP Auctions’ sale of three single-owner collections.
Nets’ Boone has surgery on right knee
New Jersey Nets rookie forward Josh Boone had surgery Wednesday
to repair torn cartilage in his right knee.