NBA News for 5/7/2008
LeBron can't get it done in Game 1
How did the Celtics edge the Cavaliers in Game 1? Blame LeBron James' miserable night in Boston, Jeff Goodman says.
Paul having ball as the Hornets grab early edge on Spurs
Less than two minutes into Game 2 of this second-round Western Conference playoff series, San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony ...
Around the Association presented by T-Mobile: May 6
Go Around the Association presented by T-Mobile for a recap of Tuesday's playoff action. - Read More...
Reports: Carlisle, Mavericks inching toward deal
A deal between Rich Carlisle and the Dallas Mavericks to coach the NBA team appears imminent.
McGrady Has Arthroscopic Surgery on Knee, Shoulder
In the HOUSTON CHRONICLE, Jonathan Feigen writes "the nagging injuries that sidetracked and sidelined Tracy McGrady at times during the season will factor into his offseason. McGrady on Tuesday underwent arthroscopic surgeries to remove loose bodies from his knee and shoulder and to repair a slightly torn labrum in the shoulder. He is expected to need three months to be fully recovered, though he can begin rehabilitation in the next week or two. Rockets team doctor Tom Clanton said no structural damage was found in the ligament or cartilage of McGrady's left knee." - Read More...
Knight Resigns as Hawks Executive VP and General Manager
The Atlanta Hawks announced today that Executive Vice-President and General Manager Billy Knight has submitted his resignation, effective July 1st, after six seasons with the club. - Read More...
Basketball without Borders Features First-Ever NBA Event in India
Basketball without Borders 2008 will take place for the first time in New Delhi, India and will return to Istanbul, Turkey and Johannesburg, South Africa, the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) announced today. The NBA and FIBA's global basketball development and community outreach program unites elite young basketball players to promote the sport and encourages positive social change in the areas of education, health and wellness in local communities. - Read More...
Hawks GM Knight to step down in July
Billy Knight will resign as general manager of the Atlanta Hawks in July, despite leading the team to its first playoff appearance ...
Reports: Bulls, Knicks to make pitch for D'Antoni
Mike D'Antoni may be close to leaving Phoenix.
Adande: Hollywood's leading man
Kobe wanted out of L.A., but he now realizes that there's no place like home, writes J.A. Adande. - Read More...
NBA prepares to stage first BWB event in India
The NBA will stage an event in India for the first time this summer, conducting one of its Basketball without Borders camps in New Delhi. - Read More...
Nuggets' Anthony issued speeding ticket
Denver Nuggets All-Star Carmelo Anthony has been ticketed for speeding, three weeks after he was cited on a charge of driving ...
DeSagana Diop Q&A With NJNets.com
DeSagana Diop sat down for an interview with NJNets.com. - Read More...
Nets' Jefferson charged with assault in Minnesota
New Jersey Nets forward Richard Jefferson was arrested Wednesday on charges of assault for grabbing another man by the throat in a Minneapolis club earlier this year. - Read More...
Rockets' McGrady undergoes knee, shoulder surgery
Rockets guard Tracy McGrady could need three months to recover following operations on his knee and shoulder. Loose tissue was ...
Steve Francis Returning to Houston for Another Season
Steve Francis isn't shortening his return home. The Rockets' veteran point guard agreed to return to the team on Wednesday, picking up the player option on the final year of his contract. - Read More...
Atlanta's Marvin Williams Suspended One Game
Marvin Williams of the Atlanta Hawks has been suspended one game without pay for committing a Flagrant Foul, Penalty Two for knocking Boston's Rajon Rondo to the floor, it was announced today by Stu Jackson. - Read More...
Pacers promote Morway to general manager
The Indiana Pacers have promoted David Morway to general manager, the team announced Wednesday.
NBA suspends Hawks' Williams for flagrant foul
Atlanta forward Marvin Williams was suspended one game without pay for committing a flagrant foul, penalty two in the Hawks' Game 7 playoff loss in Boston. - Read More...
Rockets' McGrady Has Minor Surgery
Rockets guard Tracy McGrady could need three months to recover following operations on his knee and shoulder. - Read More...
Hornets Look to Steal Game in San Antonio
The Hornets are hoping to beat the defending champion San Antonio Spurs yet again on Game 3 and take a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference semifinals. - Read More...
Pistons' Billups strains hamstring, leaves Game 3
Detroit guard Chauncey Billups left the court with an apparent injury early in the first quarter of Game 3 of the second-round series against Orlando on Wednesday night. - Read More...
LIVE: Down 2-0, Magic in must-win vs. Pistons
LIVE: Magic, Pistons in Game 3
Surgery Possible for Andrew Bynum
Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bynum might undergo exploratory arthroscopic surgery on his injured left knee if there is no significant improvement in the next three to four weeks. - Read More...
Bynum may need exploratory surgery on left knee
Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bynum might undergo exploratory arthroscopic surgery on his injured left knee if there is no significant improvement in the next three to four weeks. - Read More...
Magic pound Pistons in Game 3
Lakers' Jackson: Bynum's knee 'touch and go'
Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bynum might undergo exploratory arthroscopic surgery on his injured left knee if there is no significant improvement in the next three to four weeks. Lakers spokesman John Black said Bynum was examined Wednesday by Dr. Steven Gecha in Princeton, N.J. Black said the team was told there had been some improvement in the 20-year-old center's knee, but Gecha's recommendation was exploratory surgery if there wasn't more in the upcoming weeks.
As 0-2 deficit illustrates: Spurs missing points
If the defending champion San Antonio Spurs are going to get back in their second-round playoff series, their star players must ...
Lewis Scores 33 to Lead Magic Past Pistons
Rashard Lewis made sure the Orlando Magic won't be swept by the Detroit Pistons again, scoring a career playoff-high 33 points Wednesday night in a 111-86 victory in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. - Read More...
LIVE: Jazz try to spoil Kobe's MVP party in L.A.
T-Mac undergoes arthroscopic surgery on knee, shoulder
Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady had arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder and left knee on Tuesday.
Sources: Suns expect D'Antoni decision by Friday
The Suns think they'll know by Friday if Mike D'Antoni has a new job. - Read More...
2008 NBA Playoffs - Day Eighteen - May 6
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...
Hawks GM Knight to resign after 6 years with team
Atlanta Hawks general manager Billy Knight is stepping down. - Read More...
Report: Mavs, Carlisle Getting Closer to Coaching Deal
In the DALLAS MORNING NEWS, Eddie Sefko writes "the Mavericks and Rick Carlisle are inching closer to an agreement that would make him the team's new coach. While no deal is done, Carlisle said Tuesday that both sides continue to discuss the options about him becoming the ninth coach in franchise history. 'My agent has returned from Europe, and we're still talking,' Carlisle said. 'We're moving in a good direction. Things are moving along. 'A week has passed since Avery Johnson was fired, and Carlisle is the only candidate known to have interviewed with Dallas. The Mavericks have been weighing their options about bringing in other candidates, but if negotiations can yield a contract palatable to both sides, it seems clear Carlisle is the top choice on a very short list.? - Read More...
Hawks GM Knight to step down in July
Atlanta Hawks general manager Billy Knight is stepping down. The announcement comes after the Hawks ended a nine-year playoff drought and forced the Boston Celtics to a Game 7 in a first round playoff series that ended Sunday. He said Wednesday he is resigning from the organization effective July 1. The 55-year-old Knight spent six years with the organization. His best season came this year, as the Hawks had a 37-45 regular season record and broke a nine-year playoff drought.
Reports: Carlisle, Mavs inching toward deal
A deal between Rich Carlisle and the Dallas Mavericks to coach the NBA team appears imminent.
Clock is running down for Cavs
Every postseason setback brings LeBron James and the Cavs closer to crucial decisions about his future, Ian O'Connor says.
Goodman on LeBron
Owners' motion denied; Sonics trial to start in June
A trial that likely will determine where the Seattle SuperSonics play next season will begin June 16 as scheduled. - Read More...
There's no ignoring the Hornets' buzz now
Face the facts: The Hornets are no fluke. Mike Kahn says what we're seeing in the playoffs proves this team is a real contender.
Judge: Sonics trial will begin as scheduled
A federal judge has ruled that a trial that likely will determine where the Seattle SuperSonics will play next season will begin ...
Jazz Hope to Contain Kobe Bryant
In the SALT LAKE TRIBUNE, Steve Luhm writes "Jeff Hornacek spent much of two NBA Finals trying to harass Chicago Bulls superstar Michael Jordan and prevent him from single-handedly beating the Jazz. That's why Hornacek can empathize with Ronnie Brewer, Kyle Korver, Andrei Kirilenko and whoever else draws the defensive assignment on Kobe Bryant in the Utah-L.A. Lakers playoff series. Been there, done that. Even if it's an almost impossible task. The Jazz's next chance to slow Bryant comes tonight in Game 2 of their Western Conference semifinal at Staples Center.? - Read More...
McGrady out up to 3 months after minor surgery
Rockets guard Tracy McGrady could need three months to recover following operations on his knee and shoulder. - Read More...
Nets' Jefferson arrested on assault charge
New Jersey Nets forward Richard Jefferson was arrested Wednesday on charges of assault for grabbing another man by the throat ...
Pacers Promote Morway to General Manager
The Indiana Pacers announced Wednesday that David Morway has been promoted to General Manager of the team. Morway, who has been with the Pacers 10 years, has been serving as Senior Vice President/Basketball Operations for the team, overseeing the day-to-day operation and administration of the Basketball Division. As General Manager, he will retain his current duties and will assume additional responsibilities of overseeing salary cap issues as well as assisting Pacers President of Basketball Larry Bird with all personnel decisions. - Read More...
Indiana's Diener Undergoes Surgery for Bone Spurs
Travis Diener underwent surgery to remove bone spurs from his left big toe Wednesday, the Pacers announced. Rehabilitation from the surgery, which was performed at Indiana Orthopedic Hospital is expected to take three months. That timeline would make him unavailable for summer-league play in July but allow for a full recovery well before training camp opens in October. - Read More...
Pacers promote Morway to GM, will work with Bird
The Indiana Pacers promoted David Morway to general manager on Wednesday. - Read More...
Magic Need to Execute Flawlessly to Tie Series with Pistons
The Orlando Magic know what it takes to beat the Detroit Pistons.Take care of the ball. Don't force shots. Find the open man. And don't get frustrated. - Read More...
Sixers' prez wants to keep Cheeks, Iggy around
The 76ers want coach Maurice Cheeks and guard Andre Iguodala to stick around for longer than one more season. - Read More...
James: No Repeat of Woeful Game 1 Performance
LeBron James says he won't miss baskets like he did in the series opener between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics. Neither, James believes, will Paul Pierce or Ray Allen. - Read More...
LIVE: Pistons playing Magic in Game 3
First, the Pistons lost Chauncey Billups to a hamstring injury. Then they lost big to the Magic, cutting their series lead to 2-1.
Agent Zero says he won't return if Jamison doesn't
Gilbert Arenas insists he won't return to the Washington Wizards if forward Antawn Jamison isn't re-signed by the team. - Read More...
Billups leaves Pistons-Magic game early with injury
Detroit guard Chauncey Billups left the court with a strained right hamstring early in the first quarter of Game 3 of the second-round series against Orlando on Wednesday night. The Pistons said Billups' return was questionable. He got tied up with Orlando's Jameer Nelson on a drive to the basket. Nelson's leg caught Billups', and the Pistons' All-Star fell to the court. Billups is averaging 17.5 points in the postseason, second-best on the team.
Billups Leaves Pistons-Magic Game Early with Injury
Detroit guard Chauncey Billups left the court with a strained right hamstring early in the first quarter of Game 3 of the second-round series against Orlando on Wednesday night. - Read More...
LIVE: Lakers playing Jazz in Game 2
Kobe Bryant got his first MVP award. Now he and the Lakers are trying to take a 2-0 lead on the Jazz. Follow it LIVE right here.
Carlisle, Mavericks closing in on deal
Rick Carlisle is still on the verge of becoming the next coach of the Dallas Mavericks. Carlisle is the only candidate the team has interviewed since firing Avery Johnson last Wednesday. Negotiations turned serious over the weekend and have continued all week, but as of Wednesday night there were some points still not settled.
Magic pound Pistons to cut series deficit
Rashard Lewis scored a career playoff-high 33 points and Orlando beat the Detroit Pistons 111-86 on Wednesday night, the Magic's ...
NBA stars' production dims in second round of playoffs
Some of the NBA's brightest stars have produced some incredibly dim results in the second round of the playoffs.
Kobe receives MVP in ceremony before Game 2
Lakers star Kobe Bryant received his MVP trophy from NBA commissioner David Stern in a brief ceremony before Los Angeles faced Utah in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals Wednesday night. - Read More...
Bryant Receives MVP Trophy from Commissioner Stern
Lakers star Kobe Bryant received his MVP trophy from NBA commissioner David Stern in a brief ceremony before Los Angeles faced Utah in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals Wednesday. - Read More...