RON ARTEST
Change of heart? Artest rethinking not opting out
After seeing Elton Brand and Baron Davis unexpectedly put themselves on the free-agent market, Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest is second-guessing himself for not doing the same. - Read More...
Riley Sees Options in Free Agency
In the MIAMI HERALD, Barry Jackson writes "Riley bypassed others last summer while waiting on Mo Williams. But unless Elton Brand opts out, there are few potential pie-in-the-sky unrestricted free-agent targets. Gilbert Arenas wants to re-sign with Washington (if Antawn Jamison does), and Corey Maggette and Ron Artest (if they opt out) make sense only if Shawn Marion is traded. The Heat privately expects the Nets' DeSagana Diop -- the top available center -- to return to Dallas and believes point guard Beno Udrih will get a multiyear deal in Sacramento or elsewhere. A friend said coveted Warriors restricted free agent point guard Monta Ellis would love to play here, but that requires a sign-and-trade, and the Warriors prefer to keep him." - Read More...
Trade Winds Start With an NBA Draft
In the DALLAS MORNING NEWS, David Moore writes "maybe you're the sort of fan who has no idea whether Derrick Rose or Kansas State's Michael Beasley should be taken with the first pick. Talking about athletes you have never seen play and whose names you can't pronounce ? Serge Ibaka, Alexis Ajinca or Ante Tomic ? doesn't grab you. But what if a few other names are introduced to the conversation, such as Denver's Carmelo Anthony or Indiana's Jermaine O'Neal? What about Sacramento's Ron Artest, Toronto's T.J. Ford, Memphis' Mike Miller, Phoenix's Boris Diaw and Leandro Barbosa or Detroit's Rasheed Wallace and Tayshaun Prince? Is your interest piqued now? The draft does more than refresh the league's talent pool. It's the excuse every team uses to float trial balloons and spark trade discussions. It allows general managers to assess the market value for their players and lays the groundwork for trades that may not take place for months. " - Read More...
Kings' Artest has surgery to repair thumb ligament
Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest had surgery Thursday to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb. - Read More...
Kings hurt Hornets' hopes for West's top seed
Ron Artest returned from a thumb injury to hit four clutch three-pointers in the fourth quarter, and the Sacramento Kings dealt ...
Report: Artest says he's unlikely to opt out of deal
Ron Artest says it's likely he'll remain with the Sacramento Kings next season rather than opt out of his contract. - Read More...
Kings' Dynamic Duo Too Much for Sonics
Kevin Martin scored 31 points, Ron Artest had 29 and the Sacramento Kings broke away in the final period for a 120-107 victory over the Seattle Supersonics on Sunday night. - Read More...
Kings Never Trail in Win over Blazers
Ron Artest scored 22 points and the Sacramento Kings never trailed in defeating the Portland Trail Blazers 96-85 Thursday night. - Read More...
Artest mum on future after Kings keep him
A day after the NBA trade deadline passed and Ron Artest stayed put, the Sacramento forward skipped into the Kings' locker room about an hour before the tipoff of Friday's game against the Charlotte Bobcats. "Go Kings go! Go Kings go!" Artest yelled. "We don't need any cheerleaders. Go Kings go!" Yet just minutes later when Artest was asked if he was happy to still be a King, the smile was no longer on his face. "I have no comment," Artest said.
Artest's 29 Help Kings Down Hawks
Ron Artest scored 29 points and Kevin Martin had 26 for the Sacramento Kings in a 119-107 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night that spoiled the homecoming of ex-teammate Mike Bibby. - Read More...
Artest backing off desire to be traded from Kings
Mike Bibby has been exiled after nearly seven seasons with the Sacramento Kings. Is Ron Artest next? - Read More...
Artest Helps Kings Take Sting Out of Hornets
Ron Artest scored 24 points, Kevin Martin added 22 on his 25th birthday and the Sacramento Kings defeated the Western Conference's top team 112-103 Friday night. - Read More...
Kings Drain 15 Threes, Rout Nets
Ron Artest scored 27 points, Kevin Martin added 19 and Mike Bibby scored all 15 of his points in the first half to lead the finally healthy Kings to their third straight victory, 128-94 over the New Jersey Nets on Tuesday. - Read More...
Sidelined O'Neal Watches as Kings Outman Pacers in the Paint
Ron Artest scored 15 points against his former team, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Indiana Pacers 110-104 on Saturday night. - Read More...
Bibby enters in 1st quarter in Toronto
Kings guard Mike Bibby made his season debut Wednesday night, coming off the bench late in the first quarter of Sacramento's game against the Toronto Raptors. Bibby had surgery in November to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb, causing him to miss Sacramento's first 36 games. Forward Ron Artest also came off the bench for the Kings. Artest, who is averaging 19.1 points and 6.1 rebounds this season, has missed the past nine games after surgery on his right elbow. Bibby averaged 17.
Artest out 3-4 weeks after surgery
Ron Artest had surgery on his right elbow Wednesday and will miss three to four weeks, another blow to the injury-depleted Sacramento Kings. After missing two games, Artest had an MRI in his hometown of New York, and it was decided to have the procedure to remove five bone chips right after. Artest is averaging 19.1 points in 19 games, having missed the first seven games of the season while serving an NBA suspension.
Artest Faces Elbow Surgery, Leaving Kings Further Depleted
Sacramento's Ron Artest could face possible surgery this week to remove chipped bone fragments in his right elbow, a team spokesman said. - Read More...
Kings' Artest might have surgery on right elbow
Sacramento's Ron Artest could face possible surgery this week to remove chipped bone fragments in his right elbow, a team spokesman said. - Read More...
Judge dismisses Palace brawl suits against Artest
When Ron Artest visits Detroit on Jan. 18, the only court he's likely to see is the one at the Palace of Auburn Hills. U.S. District ...
Judge dismisses Palace brawl suits against Artest
Two civil lawsuits against Ron Artest stemming from the November 2004 brawl at the Palace of Auburn Hills have been dismissed. - Read More...
Artest Playing With Heavy Heart; Daughter Has Cancer
In the SACRAMENTO BEE, Sam Amick writes "Ron Artest had ice on nearly every part of his body Sunday afternoon at Kings practice, from his shoulder to both knees and even a cold pack he wore on his hip. But the bumps and bruises are nothing compared to the heartache Artest and his family have felt recently. In an exclusive interview with The Bee, the Kings small forward revealed that his 4-year-old daughter, Diamond, has a cancerous Wilms' tumor on her kidney.? - Read More...
Artest leaves Kings to be with daughter
Forward Ron Artest, who scored a season-high 33 points for Sacramento against Phoenix on Tuesday night, missed Wednesday night's rematch against the Suns for personal reasons. - Read More...
Kings' Artest back with seven-game ban complete
Ron Artest rejoined Sacramento's lineup Wednesday night at Minnesota, ready to resume his never-dull career after serving a seven-game suspension to start the season. - Read More...
Artest Leads Wheelchair Assistance Program
In the SACRAMENTO BEE, Sam Amick writes "after a summer full of trade rumors surrounding Ron Artest and the New York Knicks, the small forward will be playing in Madison Square Garden after all. Not to play for the Knicks, but to participate in the 17th annual Wheelchair Charities Inc. game today. Artest, Kings big man Justin Williams and former Kings point guard Ronnie Price (now with the Utah Jazz) will play in the game that includes at least 11 NBA players and raises funds for the non-profit organization, which donates equipment to people in need." - Read More...
Ron Artest's Unforgettable Summer
Ron Artest embarked on his first trip to Kenya, Africa this summer and what he experienced while overseas was something that helped change the way he views the world, his roots, how he raises his kids and also reaffirmed how fortunate he is. Kings.com had a chance to sit down with Ron this past week to find out as much as possible about his experience. - Read More...
Artest: 'Not opting out' of final year of Kings deal
Ron Artest will not opt out of the final year of his deal with the Kings. - Read More...
Artest's Decision Looms
In the SACRAMENTO BEE, Sam Amick writes "The saga will soon be over, with Ron Artest's immediate future decided and the Kings back in control again. Pardon Kings basketball president Geoff Petrie for the audible exhale. By 9 tonight, Artest either will be in the final season of his contract with the Kings or an intriguing member of the free-agent market. The decision is his until the deadline passes, just as it has been since the season ended. Though the prospect of Artest opting out remains unlikely, the uncertainty remains until it's official. Artest is in the driver's seat for one more day, and Petrie is stuck without a steering wheel." - Read More...
Artest 99 percent sure he won't opt out of contract
Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest, attending Tuesday night's Game 6 of the NBA Finals, told ESPN.com that he's "99 percent sure I won't opt out of my contract" this month to become a free agent July 1. - Read More...
Kings F Ron Artest Has Thumb Surgery
Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest had surgery Thursday to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb but should be ready in plenty of time for training camp. - Read More...
Kings Deal Blow to Hornets' Hopes For Top Seed
Ron Artest returned from a thumb injury to hit four clutch 3-pointers in the fourth quarter that helped the Sacramento Kings deal a big blow to New Orleans' hopes for the top seed in the Western Conference with a 94-91 victory over the Hornets. - Read More...
Kings Deal Blow to Rockets Division Chances
Ron Artest scored 30 points, Kevin Martin added 27 and the Sacramento Kings dealt a blow to Houston's chances of winning the Southwest Division with a 99-98 victory over the Rockets on Tuesday night. - Read More...
Martin Scores 34 as Kings Crown Warriors
Kevin Martin scored 34 points, Ron Artest added 26 and the Sacramento Kings snapped a three-game losing streak, beating the Golden State Warriors 122-105 Tuesday. - Read More...
Amazing Second-Half Rally Helps Kings Cool Heat
Ron Artest scored 32 points, Kevin Martin added 29 and the Sacramento Kings overcame a 21-point deficit in the second half to beat the Miami Heat 120-109 on Sunday. - Read More...
Artest on remaining a King: 'I have no comment'
A day after the NBA trade deadline passed and Ron Artest stayed put, the Sacramento forward skipped into the Kings' locker room about an hour before the tipoff of Friday's game against the Charlotte Bobcats. - Read More...
Artest Has 24 as Kings Beat Blazers
Ron Artest scored 24 points, Francisco Garcia added 23, and the Sacramento Kings snapped a three-game losing streak with a 105-94 victory Tuesday night over the Portland Trail Blazers. - Read More...
Artest Helps Kings Notch Fourth Straight Win
Ron Artest scored 28 points and Kevin Martin had 26 to help the Sacramento Kings to a 105-101 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. - Read More...
Artest, Kings hand Hornets a rare losing streak
Ron Artest scored 24 points, Kevin Martin added 22 on his 25th birthday and the Sacramento Kings handed the New Orleans Hornets ...
Weekly Fantasy Basketball Position Ranks: Week 13
A couple of Sacramento Kings came back to action in Week 12, so how do Mike Bibby and Ron Artest rank in Week 13? Also, the Houston Rockets' Tracy... - Read More...
Artest, Kings reserves outscore Pistons' subs 60-5 in 100-93 win
Ron Artest blew kisses to Detroit fans Friday, and why not? He finally has a pleasant memory to take from here. Artest, suspended ...
Latest injury to Kings sidelines Artest 3-4 weeks
Ron Artest had surgery on his right elbow Wednesday and will miss three to four weeks, another blow to the injury-depleted Sacramento Kings. - Read More...
Kings' Artest Out 3 to 4 Weeks After Elbow Surgery
Ron Artest had surgery on his right elbow Wednesday and will miss three to four weeks, another blow to the injury-depleted Sacramento Kings. - Read More...
Artest could face surgery on right elbow
Sacramento's Ron Artest could face possible surgery this week to remove chipped bone fragments in his right elbow, a team spokesman said. Artest missed his second straight game Sunday against the Phoenix Suns. The Kings are 2-7 without him in the lineup. He is averaging 19.1 points, 6.1 rebounds and 4.3 assists in 19 games this season. An eight-year veteran, Artest missed the first seven games this season while serving a suspension. He also didn't play in a Nov.
Kings Finish Road Trip With Win Over Bucks
Ron Artest scored 26 points and had eight assists and Beno Udrih hit a career-high six 3-pointers to help the Sacramento Kings beat the Milwaukee Bucks 102-89 Wednesday night to finish 3-2 on its five-game road trip. - Read More...
Judge dismisses brawl suits against Artest
Two civil lawsuits against Ron Artest stemming from the November 2004 brawl at the Palace of Auburn Hills have been dismissed. U.S. District Court Judge Anna Diggs Taylor on Monday dismissed the civil lawsuits against the former Indiana Pacer star. Artest's lawyer, Allan Rubin, said Taylor ruled on motions filed by the defense. "We're extremely happy. We believe the court made the right decision," Rubin said. "We believe the plaintiffs were overreaching in their claims.
Artest's daughter being treated for kidney cancer
A daughter of Kings forward Ron Artest is being treated for kidney cancer. - Read More...
Kings Spoil Adelman's return to Sacramento
Ron Artest and Kevin Martin each scored 26 points, and the Sacramento Kings spoiled former coach Rick Adelman's return to Arco Arena by beating the Houston Rockets 107-99. - Read More...
Artest back with Kings after ban
Ron Artest rejoined Sacramento's lineup Wednesday night at Minnesota, ready to resume his never-dull career after serving a seven-game suspension to start the season. The Kings picked up only two victories during Artest's penalty, each against a winless team - the Seattle SuperSonics and the Timberwolves. They were eager to have him back, though Artest expressed little emotion about his return following the team's morning shootaround at Target Center. "It's all good.
Ridnour breaks nose, in mask 4-5 weeks
Seattle guard Luke Ridnour broke his nose in the SuperSonics' preseason opener and will have to wear a mask for at least the next month. Ridnour caught an elbow from Sacramento's Ron Artest midway through the first quarter Tuesday night. Ridnour was examined in Sacramento, but underwent additional tests Wednesday back in Seattle. A CT scan revealed a non-displaced fracture of the nasal bone.
Artest happy with Vick apology, wants to reach out
NBA star Ron Artest was glad to see troubled Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick express remorse for his involvement in a dogfighting operation and would like to reach out to him. - Read More...
Artest, Marbury make for strange summer
Ron Artest and Stephon Marbury sure know how to stay in the headlines. Peter Schrager chronicles their bizarre off-seasons.