NBA News for 3/20/2008
Iverson: Little Man, Giant Heart
Outside of the Wachovia Center there's a statue of Sixers great Wilt Chamberlain and on the base of it, chiseled in bronze, is the quote: "The true measure of a man is the size of his heart."When the Big Dipper uttered those sentiments, he assuredly wasn't talking about Allen Iverson. - Read More...
Stoudemire, Nash Lead Suns to Sixth Straight Win
Steve Nash scored 23 points, Amare Stoudemire dominated inside with 26 points and the Phoenix Suns overcame a season-high 27 turnovers to beat the Seattle SuperSonics 110-98 on Wednesday night. - Read More...
Jefferson's Double-Double Rallies Wolves to Win Over Memphis
Al Jefferson scored 22 of his 29 points in the second half to help the Wolves erase a 14-point deficit in a 98-94 victory over the lowly Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night. - Read More...
James Scores 30 as Cavaliers Down Pistons
LeBron James scored 30 points, moving closer to becoming Cleveland's top career scorer, and the Cavaliers reminded Detroit that they're still the team to beat in the East with an 89-73 win over the Pistons on Wednesday night. - Read More...
Warriors crush Clips, move closer to playoffs
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Iverson Learns He Still Has Many Fans in Philly
In the PHILADELPHIA DAILY NEWS, Phil Jasner writes "this was a gracious, contemplative Allen Iverson. The warrior in him would have to wait until the game started. When public-address announcer Matt Cord - who usually low-keys the visitors' lineup during introductions - began a louder, more complete introduction of Iverson, it was virtually impossible to hear his final words. The sellout crowd was already standing, applauding, cheering wildly. The ovation lasted 1 minute, 5 seconds and might have gone longer had Cord not begun introducing Iverson's backcourt mate, Anthony Carter. As a frame of reference, when Charles Barkley returned to the Spectrum for the first time with the Phoenix Suns in 1993, his standing ovation lasted 42 seconds.? - Read More...
John Smallwood: Iverson's Return to Philly Is One to Remember
In the PHILADELPHIA DAILY NEWS, John Smallwood writes "SOMETIMES YOU can go home again, especially if you are Allen Iverson, the house you're returning to is the Wachovia Center, and the family you're reintroducing yourself to are the 20,000 76ers fans who broke bread with you for the better part of a decade. The uniform he wore last night was that of the Denver Nuggets, and there may come a time in the future when Iverson comes back to Philadelphia in another NBA team's colors." - Read More...
Second opinion: Bynum returning sooner?
One day after putting a timetable on the return of Andrew Bynum, Phil Jackson shortened it pretty significantly.
Sixers spoil Iverson's return
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Report: Bynum Could Return to Lakers Before Playoffs
"Andrew Bynum might be back before the playoffs after all," according to a report on ESPN.com. "Lakers coach Phil Jackson, who on Tuesday said Bynum would not be ready to play until the playoffs begin, said Wednesday that the center could return as early as two weeks before the start of the first round, The Los Angeles Times reported." - Read More...
Where do Spurs fit in wild West?
Are the Spurs the team that's lost four in a row? Or the team that's won three titles in five years? Mike Kahn says that depends.
After early bumps, road is smoother for Hawks, Bibby
When the Atlanta Hawks acquired Mike Bibby from the Sacramento Kings on Feb. 16, they had their first true impact point guard ...
Celts face Mavs, go for 6-game Texas sweep
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Sonics' Gelabale out for season with torn ACL
The Seattle SuperSonics have lost reserve swingman Mickael Gelabale for the remainder of the season due to a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. - Read More...
Sonics' Mickael Gelabale Out for Season With a Torn ACL
The Seattle SuperSonics have lost reserve swingman Mickael Gelabale for the remainder of the season due to a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. - Read More...
Spurs snap four-game skid by bashing Bulls
Parker, Duncan Trigger Spurs Rout of Bulls
Tony Parker scored 23 and Tim Duncan had 22 to go with 10 rebounds Thursday as the San Antonio Spurs ended a four-game losing streak with a 102-80 rout of the Chicago Bulls. - Read More...
Duncan, Parker lead charge as Spurs blast Bulls
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Allen hits trey, giving Celts rare Texas sweep
Ray Allen returned from a three-game injury absence and a long time on the bench in the fourth quarter to nail a go-ahead three-pointer ...
Around the Association presented by T-Mobile: March 19
Go Around the Association for a recap of Wednesday's action, including the Sixers' victory over the Nuggets in Allen Iverson's return to Philadelphia. - Read More...
Wells Leads Hornets' Rally Over Rockets
Former Houston swingman Bonzi Wells helped New Orleans hand the Rockets their second straight loss after a 22-game winning streak, scoring 20 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter in the Hornets' 90-69 victory Wednesday night. - Read More...
Wizards Shut Down Howard in Win Over Magic
Jamison scores 31, Wizards shut down Howard in 87-86 win over Magic - Read More...
Bell sprains ankle as Suns win 6th straight
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Heat score just 54; 3rd-lowest in shot-clock era
David Aldridge: Iverson Came Back a Better Man
In the PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, David Aldridge writes "One is tempted to take Allen Iverson's return to Philadelphia last night and make some sort of Prodigal Son analogy. Better to just be impressed by how Iverson and Maurice Cheeks each handled the wholly unimportant issue of whether they'd spoken to each other (they hadn't) since Iverson was traded. Each said that he would get around to it in time, and indeed, when Iverson came out for the opening tip, he went over to Cheeks on the 76ers' bench and hugged him, warmly." - Read More...
Report: Bynum now seen returning before playoffs
Andrew Bynum might be back before the playoffs after all. - Read More...
Knicks a possibility if Walsh leaves Pacers
Before engaging in more serious talks with the Knicks, Indiana Pacers CEO Donnie Walsh has set up a meeting with Indiana owner Herb Simon early next week, according to a source who has spoken to Walsh.
Players evaluated closely during NCAA tourney
Players can improve their NBA draft stock during the NCAA tourney. Especially if their team wins the title, says NBADraft.net.
Wife of disgraced NBA ref seeks restraining order
The estranged wife of disgraced NBA referee Tim Donaghy has asked a Florida judge to issue a restraining order against her husband, who is facing prison time next month for wagering on games he worked. - Read More...
Wife of former ref asks for restraining order
The estranged wife of former NBA referee Tim Donaghy has asked for a restraining order against her husband, according to the Sarasota (Fla.) Herald-Tribune.
Around the NBA: Bynum should be ready by playoffs
Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bynum should be ready to suit up before the first round of the NBA playoffs, but his effectiveness ...
Bulls PG Hinrich (sprained ankle) sits vs. Spurs
Chicago Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich sat out Thursday night's game against the San Antonio Spurs with a sprained right ankle. - Read More...
Former GM Harris: 'Cupboard isn't bare'
Larry Harris is still trying to figure out why the Milwaukee Bucks underperformed this season, but the former general manager says his successor will inherit a strong team. One day after being fired, Harris said he felt good about the roster decisions he made since he was hired in July 2003. "I think whoever the new GM is, I think that person can sit here and say the cupboard isn't bare," Harris said Thursday.
In the Paint: The Wiz returns
Caron Butler is back. Gilbert Arenas will soon follow. Marques Johnson says the Wizards may be dangerous in the playoffs.
Allen's Late Three Helps Celtics Sweep Texas Triangle
Ray Allen returned from a three-game injury absence and a long time on the bench in the fourth quarter to nail a go-ahead 3-pointer with 31.7 seconds left, lifting Boston past Dallas 94-90 Thursday to complete a sweep of Texas. - Read More...
Celtics hold off Mavericks, go 6-0 vs. Texas teams
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Celtics edge Mavs, complete perfect Texas trip