TREVOR ARIZA
Ariza exercises option to stay with Lakers
Forward Trevor Ariza, acquired in a November trade with Orlando, has exercised his player contract option to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers. He appeared in 24 games for the Lakers before breaking a bone in his right foot on Jan. 20. He missed the rest of the regular season and 11 playoff games before returning for Game 2 of the Western Conference finals. Ariza averaged 18 minutes a game in the regular season before being hurt, with averages of 6.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.
Lakers Forward Ariza Out Eight Weeks; Mbenga Signs
Lakers forward Trevor Ariza will be out about eight weeks because of a broken right foot, joining center Andrew Bynum on the sidelines. - Read More...
Lakers' Ariza Out With Broken Foot
It looks like the treatment room at Lakers camp will be adding to it's already illustrious lineup as the news of Trevor Ariza breaking his right foot makes it's way around the net. - Read More...
Lakers deal Cook, Evans to Magic for Ariza
The Los Angeles Lakers traded forward Brian Cook and swingman Maurice Evans to the Orlando Magic on Tuesday for forward Trevor Ariza.
Magic Acquire Cook, Evans From Lakers for Ariza
The Orlando Magic have acquired forward Brian Cook and guard Maurice Evans from the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for forward Trevor Ariza, General Manager Otis Smith announced today. In addition, the Magic have waived forward Bo Outlaw. - Read More...
Magic Move One Step Closer to Playoff Berth
Grant Hill scored 11 of his 22 points in the fourth quarter, and Trevor Ariza added 17 to help the Orlando Magic beat the Indiana Pacers 95-87 on Friday night. - Read More...
Turkoglu Leads Magic Past Bucks
Hedo Turkoglu had a season-high 25 points and Trevor Ariza added 20 as the Orlando Magic easily beat the weary Milwaukee Bucks 99-81 Monday night. - Read More...
Nelson carries Magic to victory
Jameer Nelson made four free throws in the final 28 seconds and scored a season-high 29 points in the Orlando Magic's 91-86 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night. Dwight Howard had 14 points and 14 rebounds for the Magic, who gave up only two field goals to the Clippers in the last 5 minutes. Hedo Turkoglu and Trevor Ariza had 14 points apiece for Orlando. Corey Maggette led Los Angeles with 20 points, but the Clippers struggled to score in the second half.
Suns extend winning streak to 11
Amare Stoudemire scored 30 points and the Phoenix Suns won their 11th straight game, beating the Orlando Magic 103-89 on Monday night. Shawn Marion scored 19 points and Steve Nash added 18 points and 15 assists for Phoenix. Trevor Ariza had a season-high 19 points and seven rebounds for the Magic. Dwight Howard, plagued by foul problems, had four points and three rebounds in 19 minutes before fouling out.
Nets edge Knicks in Francis debut
The Steve Francis era got off to a slow start in New York. The Knicks allowed the first 10 points, trailed the rest of the way, and were frequently booed during the second half of a 94-90 loss to the New Jersey Nets on Friday night. Francis, acquired from the Orlando Magic on Wednesday for Penny Hardaway and Trevor Ariza, was received warmly by the New York crowd when announced in pregame introductions. He started in the backcourt alongside Stephon Marbury. - Read More...
NBA deadline deals roundup
A four-team swap that sent Ruben Patterson from Portland to Denver was the biggest deal completed before the NBA trade deadline on Thursday. Few big-name players - and no superstars - were among those moved. In fact, many of the 17 players who were traded might not even start for their new teams. The biggest pre-deadline deal came on Wednesday, when the New York Knicks acquired guard Steve Francis from Orlando for Penny Hardaway and Trevor Ariza. - Read More...
Francis Brings Additional Talent to Knicks Backcourt
Tom Kertes of KNICKS.com writes, "Without question, the New York Knicks have elevated their talent level quite significantly in acquiring three-time NBA All-Star swing guard Steve Francis from Orlando for Penny Hardaway and Trevor Ariza." - Read More...
Magic reportedly trade Francis to Knicks
How's this for a Magic trick? Orlando has made Steve Francis disappear. One day before the NBA's trade deadline, the disgruntled point guard has been sent to the New York Knicks in exchange for Penny Hardaway and Trevor Ariza. - Read More...
Peter Vecsey: Time for Larry to Let it Frye
Peter Vecsey of THE NEW YORK POST writes, ?If Channing Frye isn't hurt, in foul trouble, exhausted, unambigu ously awful or delusional, he should play every possible minute of every game. Same holds true for Eddy Curry, Stephon Marbury, David Lee, Jamal Crawford, Trevor Ariza and Nate Robinson.? - Read More...
Like Old Times at the Garden
In the NEW YORK POST, Kevin Kernan writes, ?There was the slashing heroics of Jamal Crawford, the high-wire act of Trevor Ariza, the amazing consistency of Channing Frye, the penetration of Nate Robinson, scoring 14 in his first start and yes, the older guy, Stephon Marbury, was being unselfish when it mattered most.? - Read More...
Wade's shot extends Heat's win streak
Dwyane Wade hit a 22-foot fadeaway jumper at the buzzer, extending Miami's winning streak to 10 games and making the Heat the first team to clinch a playoff spot with a 98-96 victory Tuesday night over the New York Knicks. Miami also became the first team in the league to reach 50 wins this season. Wade was isolated against rookie defender Trevor Ariza at the top of the key for Miami's final possession, which began on an inbounds pass with 14 seconds remaining. - Read More...
Ariza Exercises Option To Stay with Lakers
Forward Trevor Ariza, acquired in a November trade with Orlando, has exercised his player contract option to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers. - Read More...
Lakers' Ariza sidelined; Mbenga signs
Lakers forward Trevor Ariza will be out for an undetermined time because of a broken right foot. The team already is without center Andrew Bynum, who is sidelined until at least mid-March with a knee injury. Los Angeles signed free-agent center DJ Mbenga to a 10-day contract Monday. The 7-footer from the Congo was released by Golden State on Jan. 6. Ariza fractured a bone at practice Sunday and was to see a foot specialist Monday to learn when he might return. He is averaging 6.5 points and 3.
Lakers suffer another bad break with Ariza injury
With Andrew Bynum and Chris Mihm already out for the Lakers, L.A.'s front court took another hit. Forward Trevor Ariza, acquired from Orlando on Nov. 20, fractured a bone in his right foot during practice Sunday. - Read More...
Lakers acquire F Ariza from Magic
The Lakers acquired Trevor Ariza from the Magic for Maurice Evans and Brian Cook on Tuesday. - Read More...
Davis sparks Wolves past Magic in OT
Ricky Davis scored a season-high 36 points - including the winning 3-pointer - and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Orlando Magic 105-104 in overtime Sunday night. Kevin Garnett, who had 22 points and eight rebounds, sealed the win by blocking Jameer Nelson's driving layup with less than five seconds left. Davis also scored the last six points in regulation to force overtime - a 3-pointer with 1:23 left and three free throws after getting Trevor Ariza in the air with 21.7 seconds left.
Magic pull away from Pacers
Grant Hill scored 11 of his 22 points in the fourth quarter, and Trevor Ariza added 17 to help the Orlando Magic beat the Indiana Pacers 95-87 on Friday night. The win was Orlando's third in 10 days against the three teams fighting the Magic for the last two postseason spots in the East. Indiana continues to struggle mightily, losing its 17th in the last 19 games. Still, the Pacers are not out of the Eastern Conference playoff picture.
Howard paces Orlando with double-double
Dwight Howard had 22 points, 12 rebounds and four blocked shots Friday night to lead the Orlando Magic to their third straight victory, 106-74 over the Charlotte Bobcats. Jameer Nelson added 20 points, going 4-of-6 from 3-point range for the Magic, who limited Charlotte to just 29 percent shooting in the game. Reserve forward Trevor Ariza had 10 points and nine rebounds. Matt Carroll led the Bobcats with 19 points, while Raymond Felton had 11 points and seven assists.
Davis, Dunleavy lead Golden State
Baron Davis had 38 points and nine assists, Mike Dunleavy added 21 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Orlando Magic 117-108 Friday night for their second straight road win. Monta Ellis scored 18 points and Mickael Pietrus finished with 15 for the Warriors, who are just 3-9 on the road this season. Trevor Ariza had a career-high 23 points and Grant Hill scored 21 for Orlando. Jameer Nelson finished with 21 points and seven assists.
Ariza to Remain with Magic
"Trevor Ariza was thrilled to be traded from New York to Orlando in February, leaving behind the struggling Knicks," writes Tim Povtak of the ORLANDO SENTINEL. "He was even happier to get re-signed Thursday by the Magic. Ariza, a restricted free agent, signed a three-year contract for an estimated $8 million (the third year is a player option), adding to the Magic's depth at small forward." - Read More...
Magic waive Hardaway as expected
The Orlando Magic waived guard Penny Hardaway on Friday, two days after the team acquired his hefty contract from the New York Knicks. The Magic dealt three-time All-Star Steve Francis for Hardaway and Trevor Ariza before Thursday's trading deadline. Orlando re-signed Bo Outlaw to fill the extra roster spot. The move to waive Hardaway was expected. Assistant general manager Otis Smith said the salary cap room freed up by Hardaway's $15. - Read More...
No Kidding: Nets beat Magic
Jason Kidd scored 28 points and made two free throws with 18 seconds left to help New Jersey defeat Orlando 96-93 Wednesday night, hours after the Magic traded star guard Steve Francis. Richard Jefferson added 23 points and Vince Carter scored 22 for New Jersey (30-23), which has won seven of its last nine games. Keyon Dooling scored 23 to lead Orlando (19-34), which has lost eight straight and 12 of 13. The Magic sent Francis to the New York Knicks for Trevor Ariza and Penny Hardaway. - Read More...
Knicks acquire Francis from Magic for Hardaway, Ariza
Steve Francis was traded Wednesday from the Orlando Magic to the last-place New York Knicks for Penny Hardaway and Trevor Ariza. ...
Knicks' Robinson, Lee on Block After All
Marc Berman of THE NEW YORK POST reports, ?Change the nickname from Nate "The Great" to Nate "Trade Bait." Knicks President Isiah Thomas is desperate to shake things up by the Feb. 23 trading deadline ? preferably by adding a point guard, with Denver's Earl Watson his top target. Thomas' edict less than two months ago that he won't trade the young kids is history. A league source said two of the Knicks' three rookie first-rounders ? Nate Robinson and David Lee ? could be included in deals. Small forward Trevor Ariza could be included, too. In December, Thomas said of the kids, "I wouldn't part with any of them. We haven't had these kind of young players in a long time. Now that we got 'em, might as well keep them." - Read More...
Peter Vecsey: Larry Can't Shoot Straight
Peter Vecsey of THE NEW YORK POST writes, ?usual, Larry Brown took care of basketball business by adopting a coward's approach in delivering negative reviews and bad news on a player's doorstep. Instead of notifying Trevor Ariza directly he was demoted from the Knicks' rotation, Brown alerted the beat writers and let them do his dirty work for him. Traditionally, if there are good tidings to hark the herald angels sing (more regularly about opposing players than his own), the heralded coach will be out front and center. On the other hand, when it comes to putting on the uniform of a Bad News Bearer and informing a player he's being traded, released, suspended, deactivated or demoted, 11 times out of 10 Brown will turn over the burden to the GM, or, in this case, the media. Those who've been traded claim Brown wouldn't so much as shoot them a parting glance on their way out of the locker room and all he had to do was turn his head slightly from what he was doing.? - Read More...
Curry Starts Strong in Debut With New York
Eddy Curry scored 16 points and Trevor Ariza added 13 as the Knicks posted a 93-84 preseason victory over the New Jersey Nets. - Read More...