Archive for August, 2009
Reports: Miami Heat forward Michael Beasley checks into Houston rehab
Miami Heat forward Michael Beasley has entered a rehabilitation hospital in Houston to address possible substance and psychological issues, reports said Monday.
Probation violation gets Nowitzki’s ex 5 years in prison
A former girlfriend of Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki was sentenced Monday to five years in prison for violating probation.
NBA offseason: Rookie of the Year predictions
Who will be the 2009-10 Rookie of the Year? Our experts make their summer predictions.
Giving headline space to teams that didn’t make headlines
There are no ‘Sheed signings, no Shaq deals, no Artest moves for some teams. For these five clubs, going low key was the best way to go, earning them a quiet round of applause from Ken Berger.
LeBron James, Chris Paul bike way through Akron for charity
LeBron James gave fellow NBA All-Star Chris Paul a tour of his hometown — on two wheels.
Shaq promotes reality show, differs with Nash
Don’t call him the Big Rip-off: Shaquille O’Neal says ex-teammate Steve Nash’s idea for a TV show was ‘slightly different’ from ‘Shaq VS.’
LeBron ends hometown tour with bike-a-thon
LeBron James gave fellow NBA All-Star Chris Paul a tour of his hometown — on two wheels.
Clippers waive reserve forward Madsen
The Los Angeles Clippers have waived forward Mark Madsen.
Blazers sign rookie forward Cunningham to deal
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed draft pick Dante Cunningham to a multiyear contract.
Rockets reach verbal deal with forward Mensah-Bonsu
The Houston Rockets have reached a verbal agreement on a contract with free agent Pops Mensah-Bonsu, a television station reported.
LeBron hosts documentary screening in hometown
LeBron James went to the movies on Thursday night and brought 1,000 guests with him.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard LeBron James teams up for movie screening in Akron
LeBron James is scheduled to host an advance screening on Thursday night of the documentary, “More Than A Game,” a new film about James’ ascent to superstardom and the four childhood friends and high school teammates who helped him get there.
Bucks introduce Delfino; Bogut’s back improving
Carlos Delfino trusted Bucks general manager John Hammond to pave the way
for his return to the NBA. All the Bucks must trust that Andrew Bogut’s injured
back will be ready for training camp.
Milwaukee Bucks’ Carlos Delfino jumps back in game; Andrew Bogut needs more time to heal his back
Carlos Delfino says his return to NBA happened very quickly. For the Bucks, it’s going to take more time for Andrew Bogut to return from his sore back.
Agent: Mason won’t return to Thunder next year
Free agent Desmond Mason won’t be returning to the Oklahoma City Thunder next season. Mason’s agent, Roger Montgomery, confirmed Wednesday that talks between the nine-year NBA veteran and the Thunder had broken down and the two sides wouldn’t be agreeing on a new contract.
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Magic sign ex-Heat guard Williams as free agent
The Orlando Magic have announced signing free-agent guard Jason Williams, who retired in September 2008 after playing a season for the Miami Heat. He did not play the 2008-09 season.
Jason Williams coming back, signs with Orlando Magic
The Magic signed free-agent point guard Jason Williams on Wednesday.
NBA free agency: Is Allen Iverson close to landing a deal?
Allen Iverson says he’s “close to a deal.” Who could it be?
New York Knicks’ Nate Robinson arrested for not having license
Knicks guard Nate Robinson was arrested for driving without a license.
Milwaukee Bucks finish deal to get Carlos Delfino from Toronto Raptors
The Bucks officially acquired Carlos Delfino from the Raptors in a four-player deal.
Who will succeed Phil Jackson as coach of the Los Angeles Lakers?
When Phil Jackson decides to call it quits, who will succeed him as coach of the Lakers? Your guess is as good as ours.
Butler expected to help Clippers address weakness
Clippers general manager and head coach Mike Dunleavy is confident the addition of swingman Rasual Butler will help address one of the team’s biggest weaknesses — outside shooting.
Nuggets’ Anthony sues former business manager
Carmelo Anthony is suing his former business manager, alleging he misappropriated more than $2 million of the Denver Nuggets star’s assets.
Denver Nuggets’ Carmelo Anthony sues ex-business manager
Carmelo Anthony is suing his former business manager, alleging he misappropriated more than $2 million of the Nuggets star’s assets.