NBA News for 4/1/2008
Magic's Brian Cook to Miss Time With Finger Fracture
Orlando Magic forward Brian Cook could miss up to two weeks because he broke his right middle finger in practice. - Read More...
Nash Leads Suns to Amazing Comeback Win Over Nuggets
Amare Stoudemire scored 41 points and Steve Nash had 36, and the Phoenix Suns rallied from a 22-point second-quarter deficit to overcome the Denver Nuggets 132-117 Monday night for their 50th victory of the season. - Read More...
Kidd makes good on offense as Mavs escape Clips
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Down 22, Suns rally to beat Nuggets by 15
Stoudemire's 41 sends Suns to fourth straight 50-win season
Amare Stoudemire scored 41 points and Steve Nash had 36, and the Phoenix Suns rallied from a 22-point second-quarter deficit ...
Brits want Bulls' Gordon to play in London Olympics
Chicago Bulls guard Ben Gordon is the latest NBA player to be selected in the fledgling British basketball team that's trying to qualify for the 2012 Olympic Games. Gordon, who turns 25 on April 4, moved to the United States shortly after he was born in London. After studying at the University of Connecticut, he was drafted by the Bulls in the first round in 2004. He was one of two Bulls players to appear in all 82 games last season, averaging 21.4 points.
Clips' Brand to make anticipated return this week
Elton Brand is expected to make his long-awaited return to the Los Angeles Clippers this week. - Read More...
Wizards won't lay down
Washington can't hang with the West (see Jazz 129, Wizards 87). But Mike Kahn is impressed how they've stayed alive in the East.
Wilt the stamp? Push starts to honor Chamberlain
Wilt the Stilt could become Wilt the Stamp if a grassroots effort to get the Hall of Famer Chamberlain and the only NBA player to score 100 points in a game on a commemorative U.S postage stamp is approved by postal officials. - Read More...
Bulls' Gordon picked for British basketball squad
Chicago Bulls guard Ben Gordon is the latest NBA player to be selected to the fledgling British basketball team that's trying ...
Horford, Durant Named T-Mobile Rookies of the Month
The Atlanta Hawks' Al Horford and the Seattle SuperSonics' Kevin Durant today were named the Eastern and Western Conference T-Mobile Rookies of the Month, respectively, for games played in March. - Read More...
First Carbon-Neutral NBA Game is Set Tonight in New Jersey
Rudy Larini of the STAR-LEDGER writes, "The Nets will be in their home white uniforms, while the 76ers will wear road black. But they will be playing green. The New Jersey Nets and British financial services company Barclays PLC are teaming up tonight to host what will be a National Basketball Association first -- a game in which all of the energy consumed by both teams and their fans in traveling to and operating the IZOD Center in East Rutherford will be offset by carbon emissions credits for energy-saving projects in Europe and Asia." - Read More...
Joe Johnson, Chris Paul Named Players of the Month
The Atlanta Hawks' Joe Johnson and the New Orleans Hornets' Chris Paul today were named the Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Month presented by Kia, respectively, for games played in March. - Read More...
Johnson gives Vincent vote of confidence
Charlotte Bobcats owner Bob Johnson believes first-year coach Sam Vincent is the right man for the job. But Johnson said Tuesday the final decision on whether Vincent will return next season rests with part-owner and basketball operations chief Michael Jordan. The Bobcats are 28-46 and are all but certain to miss the playoffs in Vincent's first season as an NBA head coach. Johnson said he believes Vincent has overcome early growing pains to do a "credible job.
Group hopes to finance new Seattle hoops arena
A group led by former Sonic Fred Brown has announced a proposal to build a new downtown arena for basketball and hockey in Seattle. - Read More...
Spurs Sign Bobby Jones From D-League
The San Antonio Spurs today announced they have signed forward Bobby Jones (#42) of the NBA Development League's Sioux Falls Skyforce to a 10-day contract. Per club policy terms of the deal were not released. - Read More...
Bulls Recall Brown, Simmons From D-League
The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has recalled guard Shannon Brown and forward Cedric Simmons from the Iowa Energy of the D-League. The pair was assigned to the Iowa club on March 15. - Read More...
Lakers sign forward Newble for rest of season
The Lakers signed Ira Newble for the remainder of the season Tuesday.
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On eve of Mavs-Warriors, Nowitzki now day-to-day
The Mavericks upgraded the injury status of Dirk Nowitzki to day-to-day on Tuesday, the eve of a pivotal Western Conference game against Golden State. - Read More...
NBA power rankings
The West may be absurdly deep, but the road to the title just may go through the East, John Galinsky says in his power rankings.
Rip, Sheed, Billups rest
This was no April Fool's joke -- the Detroit Pistons deactivated their three biggest stars Tuesday night for a game at Minnesota. - Read More...
Dallas upgrades injured Nowitzki to day-to-day
The Dallas Mavericks upgraded the injury status of Dirk Nowitzki to day-to-day on Tuesday, the eve of a pivotal Western Conference ...
Stojakovic's 3 lifts Hornets to win over Magic
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Williams' hot streak helps Sixers climb over. 500
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Sixers take care of Nets
Stojakovic heroics help Hornets edge Magic
Peja Stojakovic hit a three-pointer and three free throws in the final minute to lift the New Orleans Hornets over the Orlando ...
Spurs run past Warriors for 8th straight win
The Spurs dealt a blow to the Warriors' playoff chances while closing in on the Hornets for the top spot in the Western Conference.
Nuggets win rematch with Suns
Stojakovic's 3-Pointer Helps Seal Hornets' Comeback Win Over Magic
Peja Stojakovic scored six points in the final minute to lift New Orleans past the Magic 98-97, giving the Hornets their franchise-record 24th road win. - Read More...
76ers Cut Down Nets for 20th Win in 27 Games
Lou Williams hit three consecutive baskets in the final 3:47, and the surprising Philadelphia 76ers posted their 20th win in 27 games with a 108-99 victory over the fading New Jersey Nets on Tuesday night. - Read More...
Celtics crush Bulls, close in on East's top spot
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Walsh stays mum about Thomas' status as coach
With the worst-kept management secret in the NBA confirmed Wednesday, speculation zeroed in on whether Donnie Walsh will retain ...
Howard's Strong Fourth Quarter Leads Mavs Past Clippers
Jason Kidd scored 27 points, Josh Howard got 12 of his 25 in the fourth quarter, and the Dallas Mavericks held off the banged-up but stubborn Los Angeles Clippers 93-86 Monday night to complete a sweep of the four-game season series. - Read More...
Suns rally from 22 down to stump Nuggets
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Suns rally vs. Nuggets; pull even with Lakers
Phoenix rallied against Denver to tie the Lakers for the Pacific lead, while the Nuggets lost ground to the Mavs in the wild West.
Mavericks hold off Clippers
Around the Association presented by T-Mobile: March 31
Go Around the Association for a recap of Monday's action, including temporary separation in the race for the final playoff spot in the West. - Read More...
Bulls' Gordon called up to British basketball squad
Chicago Bulls guard Ben Gordon is the latest NBA player to be selected to the fledgling British basketball team that's trying to qualify for the 2012 Olympics. The 2012 Summer Games will be held in London. - Read More...
Around the Association: A Look Back at March
In case you missed anything from the month of March, go back and revisit the month that was in the NBA. - Read More...
Gordon called up to British hoops squad
Chicago Bulls guard Ben Gordon is the latest NBA player to be selected to the fledgling British basketball team that's trying to qualify for the 2012 Olympics. Gordon, who turns 25 on April 4, moved to the United States shortly after he was born in London. The former Connecticut star was drafted by the Bulls in the first round in 2004. He was one of two Bulls players to appear in all 82 games last season, averaging 21.4 points.
Campaign touts Chamberlain for postage stamp
Wilt Chamberlain's next enduring stamp on basketball may come on the upper right-hand corner of an envelope. Wilt the Stilt could ...
NBA will wait for Curry, but his prospects remain hot topic
Although Davidson sophomore guard Stephen Curry's dazzling NCAA tournament streak is over, the buzz he created continues. And ...
Brand Could Return as Soon as Thursday But Definitely Sunday
ESPN.com reports, "Elton Brand is expected to make his long-awaited return to the Los Angeles Clippers this week. Clippers coach Mike Dunleavy said that Brand, who has missed the entire season with an Achilles tendon injury, definitely will play Sunday against the Rockets, but the forward might return as soon as Thursday against the Kings." - Read More...
Ben Gordon Called Up to British Basketball Squad
Chicago Bulls guard Ben Gordon is the latest NBA player to be selected to the fledgling British basketball team that's trying to qualify for the 2012 Olympics. - Read More...
Boston's Rivers, Utah's Sloan Named Coaches of the Month
The Boston Celtics' Doc Rivers and the Utah Jazz's Jerry Sloan today were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Coaches of the Month, respectively, for games played in March. - Read More...
Bobcats owner: Jordan has final word on Vincent
Charlotte Bobcats owner Bob Johnson believes first-year coach Sam Vincent is the right man for the job but said Tuesday the final decision on whether Vincent will return rests with part-owner and basketball operations chief Michael Jordan. - Read More...
In The (O)Neal Of Time?
After missing most of the season, not playing since January 16th against the Golden State Warriors, the return of Jermaine O'Neal has come. The question now is, with that,... - Read More...
Lakers Sign Newble for Remainder of Season
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed forward Ira Newble for the remainder of the season, it was announced today by General Manager Mitch Kupchak. - Read More...
Writer roundtable: Who are the best players 23 and under?
Writer roundtable: Who are the best players 23 and under? - Read More...
Bobcats' Vincent receives vote of confidence
There have been whispers for months: Maybe Sam Vincent was the wrong choice to coach the Charlotte Bobcats. With the team all ...
Mavs upgrade Nowitzki to day-to-day
The Dallas Mavericks upgraded the injury status of Dirk Nowitzki to day-to-day on Tuesday, the eve of a pivotal Western Conference game against Golden State. The reigning MVP, who has been out since spraining his left ankle and knee March 23, would be re-evaluated Wednesday to see if he can play against the Warriors. The Mavs (46-28) began Tuesday a half-game ahead of Golden State for the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference. The Warriors play at San Antonio on Tuesday night.
Wade set to work season-ticket phone drive
Dwyane Wade is going back to work with the Miami Heat on Wednesday. Sort of, anyway. Wade, the 2006 NBA finals MVP, and several other injured Heat players will work the phones at halftime of Miami's game against the New Orleans Hornets, fielding calls from people looking to buy season tickets.
Wade to help Heat field season ticket phone calls
Dwyane Wade, the 2006 NBA finals MVP, and several other injured Heat players will work the phones at halftime of Miami's game against the New Orleans Hornets, fielding calls from people looking to buy season tickets. - Read More...
Lakers Expect Gasol to Play Wednesday
The Lakers expect to have forward/center Pau Gasol return to their lineup Wednesday when they host the Portland Trail Blazers at Staples Center. - Read More...
Stojakovic helps Hornets edge Magic
Pistons rally to beat T-Wolves
Kidd's game not clicking as Dallas fights for playoff spot
No use fooling himself: This Jason Kidd, inhibited and hesitant, is not playing like that Jason Kidd instinctive and confident, ...
Redd, Simmons team up to sink Knicks in OT
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Spurs run past Warriors
Spurs shred Warriors for eighth straight victory
Tony Parker scored 26 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 116-92 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night ...
Stuckey Leads Short-Handed Pistons Past Timberwolves
With stars Chauncey Billups, Rasheed Wallace and Richard Hamilton sitting out to rest up for the playoffs, rookie Rodney Stuckey scored a career-high 27 points to help the Detroit Pistons overcome a 21-point deficit and beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 94- - Read More...
Spurs smack Warriors
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Knicks to announce hiring of Walsh on Wednesday
The New York Knicks will turn their basketball operations over to Donnie Walsh on Wednesday. A person with knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press that the Knicks will announce the hiring of Walsh as their new president at a news conference. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the move has not been made official yet. Walsh will replace Isiah Thomas as president. Thomas is also the Knicks' coach.
Nuggets move into West's eighth spot after win over Suns
Carmelo Anthony grabbed two key rebounds and sank two free throws in the final 27 seconds, sending the Denver Nuggets past the ...