Archive for November, 2008
Rockets’ McGrady misses game with sore left knee
Houston Rockets star Tracy McGrady was inactive Wednesday night against Indiana with a sore left knee, but forward Shane Battier was expected to make his season debut after recovering from inflammation in his left foot.
Rookie Watch: Greg Oden climbs back into top 10
Scouts Inc.’s David Thorpe breaks down the rookie class after four weeks of NBA action.
Haier Play of the Day
LeBron with a tremendous block that goes to half court and hits Williams in stride for the jam.
Dunk of the Night
Kobe brings the thunder to the rim.
With new coach, Wizards trounce Crawford, Warriors
Ed Tapscott’s coaching debut with the Washington Wizards was much more successful than Jamal Crawford’s playing debut with the Golden State Warriors.
Knicks-Clippers trade finalized; tests for Mobley
The Knicks, apparently satisfied that Cuttino Mobley’s heart condition would not be an issue, have finalized the trade that will send Zach Randolph and Mardy Collins to the Clippers in exchange for Mobley and Tim Thomas, sources said.
Bobcats’ top scorer Richardson nearing return
Charlotte Bobcats top scorer Jason Richardson practiced Tuesday for the first time since undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery and could play Wednesday in Toronto.
Haier Play of the Day
The Bull’s Larry Hughes hits the buzzer beater to down the Jazz.
Dunk of the Night
C.J. Miles has the nice dish to Brewer who one hands the slam.
Spurs’ Ginobili takes next step, sees first action
Manu Ginobili was to see his first action of the season on Monday.
Berger: Knicks making moves with eye toward future
In his first column for CBSsports.com, Ken Berger has a familiar message for Knicks fans. Be patient. New York’s trades last Friday signal a run at LeBron James — in 2010.
Magic sub Bogans out 4-6 weeks with thumb injury
Magic backup guard Keith Bogans will be out from four to six weeks because of a broken thumb on his non-shooting hand.
Wizards fire Jordan, name Tapscott interim coach
Eddie Jordan was fired as coach of the Washington Wizards on Monday after opening the season 1-10 without injured starters Gilbert Arenas and Brendan Haywood.
Haier Play of the Day
Corey Maggette almost gets the top spot going behind the back but Samuel Dalembert says no sir.
Dunk of the Night
Kenyon Martin flies through the lane and finishes with authority.
Agent: McDyess will re-sign with Pistons on Dec. 3
Antonio McDyess will be returning to the Pistons, his agent told ESPN.com on Sunday.
Foye’s career-high 14 assists fuel T-Wolves past Pistons
Randy Foye had 23 points and a career-high 14 assists, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Detroit Pistons 106-80 on Sunday night for their first road victory of the season.
Allen, Celts breeze by Raptors for fifth straight win
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Never in doubt: Red-hot Celtics thump Raptors
Ray Allen scored 21 points and the Boston Celtics led from the start in winning their fifth straight game, 118-103 over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday.
Dunk of the Night
D. Wade from the basline lands a nice slam.
Haier Play of the Day
LeBron James shows why he is the King of the court.
Rockets remain hot, rely on Yao to topple Magic
Yao Ming had 22 points and 13 rebounds to help the Houston Rockets beat the Orlando Magic 100-95 on Saturday night for their fifth win in five games.
NBA-worst Thunder fire Carlesimo after 1-12 start
The Oklahoma City Thunder, off to a league-worst 1-12 start in their new home town, have fired coach P.J. Carlesimo, according to multiple media reports.
Marbury differs with D’Antoni on refusal to play
Stephon Marbury dressed but refused to play Friday even after Knicks coach Mike D’Antoni offered him 30 to 35 minutes.
Thunder fire Carlesimo after NBA-worst 1-12 start
The Oklahoma City Thunder fired coach P.J. Carlesimo, with the team off to an NBA-worst 1-12 start in its new city.