Archive for September, 2008
Celtics’ Miles doesn’t know why he failed drug test
Darius Miles says he has no clue what made him fail a drug test that will cause him to serve a 10-game suspension if he makes it through training camp with the Boston Celtics.
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L.A.’s Bryant, Gasol may sit out some exhibition games
Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol might sit out some of the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason games after a hectic offseason.
Kobe, Gasol may sit out some Lakers exhibitions
Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol might sit out some of the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason games after a hectic offseason.
Rockets center Yao looking to keep health in check
Yao Ming’s birthday wish: getting through an NBA season without getting hurt.
Celtics playing it safe with Perkins at training camp
Boston Celtics center Kendrick Perkins will be kept out of scrimmages during training camp because of offseason surgery on his left shoulder.
Celtics: Perkins’ shoulder not ready for contact drills
Boston Celtics center Kendrick Perkins will be kept out of scrimmages
during training camp because of offseason surgery on his left shoulder.
Raptors sign Sampson with Jawai’s status in doubt
The Raptors signed free-agent forward Jamal Sampson, a cousin of Ralph Sampson
who is expected to give Toronto frontcourt depth after the loss of Nathan Jawai.
Raptors sign free agent Sampson to aid frontcourt
The Raptors signed free-agent forward Jamal Sampson, a cousin of Ralph Sampson who is expected to give Toronto frontcourt depth after the loss of Nathan Jawai.
Jayson Williams’ lawyers to see documents on slur
Jayson Williams’ defense team will get access to additional details about a racial slur uttered by an investigator in the manslaughter case against the former NBA star.
Cuban reveals rift between Mavs, former coach
Mark Cuban said multiple players told him they wanted to be traded if Avery Johnson returned as coach this season.
Bulls’ Gordon at media day, eyes contract options
Ben Gordon showed up at Bulls media day and is expected to sign a one-year qualifying offer on Wednesday.
Heat GM Pfund resigns; Riley adds responsibilities
Miami general manager Randy Pfund, who helped the Heat win the 2006 NBA championship as the highlight of his 13 years with the franchise, resigned Monday.
Guard Jones, new team Bucks mutually part ways
Veteran guard Damon Jones won’t be joining the Milwaukee Bucks after all.
Jefferson healing, preparing to shine for T-Wolves
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Al Jefferson says he’s “feeling wonderful” just a couple weeks after spraining his right knee during a workout with teammates.
McGrady says shoulder arthritic, knee slow to heal
Houston Rockets star Tracy McGrady says his left shoulder is arthritic and will require surgery after this season. He also said at the team’s media day that his left knee is still bothering him after surgery in May.
Spurs’ Ginobili continues ankle surgery recovery
There was no noticeable limp when Manu Ginobili walked into the San Antonio Spurs training facility Monday.
Heat general manager Pfund resigns, Riley takes over
Miami general manager Randy Pfund, who helped the Heat win the 2006 NBA championship as the highlight of his 13 years with the franchise, resigned Monday.
Rockets’ McGrady: Shoulder arthritic, knee hurting
Rockets star Tracy McGrady says his left shoulder is arthritic and will require surgery after this season. He also said at the team’s media day that his left knee is still bothering him after surgery in May.
Mavs’ Howard apologizes for anthem video rant
Mavericks forward Josh Howard has apologized for disrespecting the national anthem and “everything that’s happened in the last five months.”
T-Wolves forward Jefferson says he’s ‘feeling wonderful’
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Al Jefferson says he’s ‘feeling wonderful’ just a couple weeks after spraining his right knee during a workout with teammates.
Mavericks’ Howard apologizes for past five months
Mavericks forward Josh Howard has apologized for disrespecting the national anthem and ‘everything that’s happened in the last five months.’
Cassell goes to Boston to sign up for 16th season
Sam Cassell went to Boston on Monday to sign a contract for his 16th season.
Moses II? Brand brings hope of sequel to Philly
A quarter century ago, a low-post beast lifted the Sixers to the NBA title, their last. Can Elton Brand be a 21st-century Moses Malone? Mo Cheeks downplays the parallel, but Philly could rule the East if the Celtics stumble, Tim Povtak says.
Rockets rolling dice Artest can bring title to Houston
Ron Artest could be the spark that leads to an NBA championship parade in June. Or he could be the spark that leads to the Rockets going down in flames. Houston hopes it can control the fire without getting burned, Matt Steinmetz says.