NBA News for 5/2/2008
2008 NBA Playoffs - Day Thirteen - May 1
Here at About.com, we'll be following each day of the 2008 NBA Playoffs - nothing too in-depth with these posts, but a bit of a recap that gives a couple... - Read More...
D-Wade on Star Jones rumors: We're just friends
Dwyane Wade has finally spoken up about his alleged romance with Star Jones: "Star is an unbelievable woman. We have a great, great relationship. As friends." "We're friends, just like a lot of celebrities. We are friends," the pro basketball star said Thursday during a guest appearance on "Inside the NBA," the jocular TNT show featuring Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Ernie Johnson. "Are y'all close friends?" Smith asked. "We're good friends," Wade responded.
Dwyane Wade on Star Jones rumors: We're just friends
Dwyane Wade has finally spoken up about his alleged romance with Star Jones: "Star is an unbelievable woman. We have a great, ...
While others grow old, Spurs grow better
The Suns and Mavs are through. Washed up. In a word, old. That's why Mark Kriegel is impressed with how the Spurs keep winning.
Wizards reserve suspended for smacking LeBron
Wizards reserve forward Darius Songaila has been suspended one game for striking Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James in the face with his hand, - Read More...
Ex-Indiana coach Sampson set to join Bucks
Former Indiana University coach Kelvin Sampson has agreed to become a Milwaukee Bucks assistant under Scott Skiles. - Read More...
NBA suspends Wizards' Songaila for Friday's game
Washington Wizards reserve forward Darius Songaila was suspended by the NBA for Game 6 of a playoff series against the Cleveland ...
East playoff series entertaining and unpredictable
It's hard to dispute that most of the best teams reside out West. But Kevin Hench says the best playoff ball has been in the East.
Man sentenced in plot to murder Allen's stepfather
A psychologist was sentenced to 33 years in prison Friday for conspiring to murder the stepfather of Boston Celtics star Ray Allen. - Read More...
Grizzlies' Iavaroni Looking Forward to Next Season
GM and VP of Basketball Operations Chris Wallace and head coach Marc Iavaroni met with members of the media Friday to discuss a myriad of topics. Below are some selected quotes from each. - Read More...
LIVE: LeBron, Cavs try again to quiet Wizards
Sources: Carlisle gets second interview with Mavs
Rick Carlisle was the first person to interview for the Mavericks' coaching vacancy, meeting Thursday with Dallas president of basketball operations Donnie Nelson, according to NBA front-office sources. - Read More...
Lakers relax, wait for next round's opponent
The Los Angeles Lakers planned a players-only gathering Friday night to have dinner and watch Game 6 of the Houston-Utah first-round playoff series. - Read More...
Hawks hold on at home to force Game 7 with Celtics
Joe Johnson shook off a poor night to hit a crucial three-pointer with 1:07 remaining and the Atlanta Hawks forced an improbable ...
Man sentenced for murder plot on Allen's step-dad
A psychologist was sentenced to 33 years in prison Friday for conspiring to murder the stepfather of Boston Celtics star Ray Allen. - Read More...
LeBron's triple-double helps Cavs finish off Wiz
James' Triple-Double Helps Cavs Eliminate Wizards
LeBron James' third career playoff triple-double helped the Cavaliers beat the Wizards 105-88 on Friday night to end their contentious first round series in six games. - Read More...
Hawks upset Celtics in Game 6
While LeBron's moving on, the NBA's best regular-season team is in danger. The Celtics lost to the Hawks, forcing a Game 7.
Report: Kobe wins MVP award
Kobe Bryant has been selected the NBA's most valuable player for the first time in his 12-year career, the Los Angeles Times reported Friday.
Report: D'Antoni's future to be resolved next week
Mike D'Antoni's future as coach of the Phoenix Suns apparently won't be resolved until next week. - Read More...
Pistons eliminate Sixers with wire-to-wire rout
D-Wade on Star Jones: We're just friends
Dwyane Wade has finally spoken up about his alleged romance with Star Jones: "Star is an unbelievable woman. We have a great, great relationship. As friends." "We're friends, just like a lot of celebrities. We are friends," the pro basketball star said Thursday during a guest appearance on "Inside the NBA," the jocular TNT show featuring Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Ernie Johnson. "Are y'all close friends?" Smith asked. "We're good friends," Wade responded.
Washington's Darius Songaila Suspended
Washington Wizards forward Darius Songaila has received a one game suspension without pay for striking Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James in the face with his hand, it was announced today by Stu Jackson. - Read More...
NBA suspends Songaila for 1 game
Washington Wizards reserve forward Darius Songaila has been suspended one game for striking Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James in the face with his hand, and will sit out Friday night's Game 6 of the playoff series. Songaila hit James in the first period of Washington's 88-87 win over the Cavaliers on Wednesday in Game 5. The suspension was announced Friday by NBA executive vice president Stu Jackson.
Coleman disputes report he needs heart transplant
Former NBA player and Syracuse star Derrick Coleman says he doesn't need a heart transplant, despite reports to the contrary on Friday. - Read More...
Report: Sampson to become Bucks assistant
Former Indiana University coach Kelvin Sampson has agreed to become a Milwaukee Bucks assistant under Scott Skiles, a person with knowledge of the hiring told The Associated Press on Friday. The person requested anonymity because Sampson has not yet signed a contract, although the signing could come later in the day. This is a second chance for Sampson, who resigned as the Hoosiers' coach Feb.
Source: Sampson to become Bucks assistant
Former Indiana University coach Kelvin Sampson has agreed to terms to become an assistant to Milwaukee Bucks coach Scott Skiles, ...
Mike D'Antoni to Meet With Suns Management Friday
Paul Coro of the ARIZONA REPUBLIC writes "Suns coach Mike D'Antoni will meet today with General Manager Steve Kerr and Managing Partner Robert Sarver with hopes that they can come to an accord that will keep D'Antoni as coach. That hope was stated Wednesday by D'Antoni and often is repeated by Kerr. Kerr did so again in response to a report in today's New York Daily News that upset him. It said the Suns have contacted recently fired Avery Johnson, a former Kerr teammate in San Antonio and Suns point guard Steve Nash's backup in Dallas. 'Mike's our coach,' Kerr said. 'I would never, ever call anybody until there is some resolution to our situation.'" - Read More...
Wade's relationship with Star Jones: 'Good friends'
Dwyane Wade has finally spoken up about his alleged romance with Star Jones: "Star is an unbelievable woman. We have a great, great relationship. As friends." - Read More...
Grizzlies coach Iavaroni staying on job
The Memphis Grizzlies say coach Marc Iavaroni will be back on the job next season. The Grizzlies won only 22 games this season, leading to talk that Iavaroni's job might be in jeopardy after his first stint as an NBA coach. But Memphis general manager Chris Wallace said Friday that Iavaroni is staying. "It was basically what all organizations do, they review all aspects of the operation," Wallace said.
Lakers to Watch Rockets-Jazz Game Together
After practice Friday, members of the Los Angeles Lakers planned to gather in a restaurant and watch Game 6 of the Utah-Houston series. The winner of the series will be Los Angeles' opponent in the Western Conference semifinals. - Read More...
Iavaroni to remain coach of Grizzlies next season
Marc Iavaroni will return to lead the Memphis Grizzlies next season after having won only 22 games in his first stint as an NBA head coach. - Read More...
LIVE: Can Celtics finish off Hawks in Game 6?
Wizards' Arenas to have injured left knee drained
Gilbert Arenas will have his injured left knee drained of excess fluid, beginning the process if preparing for next season. - Read More...
LeBron, Cavs put away Wizards
After failing to put away the Wizards in Game 5, LeBron James registered a triple-double in Game 6 and put the Cavs into the 2nd round.
Cavs close out Wizards behind James' triple-double
Cleveland Cavaliers coach Mike Brown could think of just one word to describe the performance of his superstar LeBron James Friday ...
LIVE: Jazz trying to knock out Rockets in six
Hawks shock Celtics once again, force Game 7
Hawks Beat Celts Again in Atlanta, Force Game 7
The Hawks forced an improbable Game 7 with the Boston Celtics as Joe Johnson hit a crucial 3-pointer with 1:07 remaining and Atlanta held on for a 103-100 victory Friday night. - Read More...
Lack of composure ends Wizards' season
LeBron James did his part in helping the Cavs advance. But the Wizards were their own worst enemies, Charley Rosen says.