Archive for June, 2007
Magic trade No. 54 pick to Rockets for cash
The Orlando Magic traded the No. 54 pick to the Houston Rockets for cash hours before Thursday’s NBA draft.
Lakers owner mum on Kobe, seeks improvement
In his first interview since Kobe Bryant demanded a trade, Lakers owner Jerry Buss wouldn’t reveal what steps the team is taking.
Official: Chances for three-team deal slim
Reports the Phoenix Suns were nearing a deal to acquire Kevin Garnett were downplayed Wednesday by an NBA official with knowledge of the situation.
Celtics probably stuck drafting at No. 5
Danny Ainge got off the phone long enough to say he probably wouldn’t trade the fifth pick in the NBA Draft.
Opening statement heard in Iverson trial
A federal jury began Wednesday hearing a $20 million lawsuit against Allen Iverson, who is accused of assaulting two men in a bar fight.
Ainge: Celtics ‘unlikely’ to deal No. 5 draft pick
The Boston Celtics expect to keep the fifth pick in the NBA draft despite trade speculation, Danny Ainge said Wednesday.
NBA extends television deals with ESPN/ABC, TNT
The NBA announced extensions of its television contracts with ESPN/ABC and TNT on Wednesday, deals that will include rights for digital media content.
‘Big Baby’ sprains ankle one day before NBA draft
Glen “Big Baby” Davis sprained his left ankle during a workout with the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, one day before the forward was expected to be picked in the NBA draft.
Sonics new GM faces task of overhauling
Less than a month into his new job, Sam Presti faces the daunting task of overhauling the Seattle SuperSonics.
Lakers’ Brown has surgery on shoulder
Los Angeles Lakers center Kwame Brown underwent surgery on his right shoulder Wednesday, and the team said he should be at full strength by the start of training camp in early October.
Brown has surgery, expected to return for camp
Lakers center Kwame Brown underwent surgery on his right shoulder Wednesday, and the team said he should be at full strength by the start of training camp.
NBA extends deals with ESPN/ABC, TNT
The NBA announced extensions of its television contracts with ESPN/ABC and TNT on Wednesday, deals that will include rights for digital media content.
Sources: Suns trying to acquire Cats’ lottery pick
Sources say the Suns are trying to acquire the Bobcats’ No. 8 pick in Thursday’s NBA draft.
Finley passes on free agency to stay with Spurs
San Antonio Spurs swingman Michael Finley notified the team Tuesday that he will bypass the opportunity to become a free agent July 1 and play out the final season of his contract with the newly crowned champions.
LeBron says he’ll play for U.S. in summer
LeBron James will wear the red, white and blue this summer after all.
Grunfeld to take over duties of Wiz prez
Washington Wizards president of basketball operations Ernie Grunfeld will assume team President Susan O’Malley’s title upon her departure at the end of June, but her duties will be divided among three senior team officials.
Kings forward Abdur-Rahim has surgery on knee
Sacramento Kings forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim underwent cleanup surgery Tuesday on his right knee.
LeBron ends speculation, will play for U.S. team
LeBron James will wear the red, white and blue this summer after all.
Lakers center Brown to undergo shoulder surgery
Los Angeles Lakers center Kwame Brown, who underwent reconstructive surgery on his left ankle last month, is scheduled for an operation on his right shoulder Wednesday morning.
Sonics delay coaching hunt, focus on pick
The Seattle SuperSonics are the only team in the NBA without a coach, and have already stretched their search for two months.
Lakers center Brown to fix shoulder, too
Los Angeles Lakers center Kwame Brown, who underwent reconstructive surgery on his left ankle last month, is scheduled for an operation on his right shoulder Wednesday.
Phoenix works out Green, Brewer, Noah
It’s not clear whether the Phoenix Suns will make a trade to move up in Thursday’s NBA Draft.
SuperSonics put off hiring coach until after draft
The Seattle SuperSonics are putting off hiring a coach until after the draft on Thursday.
Cancer survivor Karl works out for Jazz
Coby Karl, the son of Nuggets coach George Karl, worked out for Sloan on Tuesday and noted how Utah’s fundamental style reminded him of his father’s teams in Seattle and Milwaukee.
Draft debate: ‘Prototype’ Horford rises above the rest
Oh, where to go for power? There’s the usual draft suspects — Noah, Wright, Yi, etc. — but scouts and Tony Mejia have their ‘prototype’ candidate in Florida’s Al Horford. His versatility might get him selected just after Oden and Durant.