Archive for July, 2008

Lowe and former nanny’s court battle continues

Actor Rob Lowe looks on before game five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals during the 2008 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics at the TD Banknorth Garden May 14, 2008 in …

Hawks introduce Evans as new sixth-man

Maurice Evans could have taken the road to higher pay with a European team, but decided to keep his roots grounded with the Atlanta Hawks .

Playoff berth isn’t a given for Dallas Mavericks

The man who pretty much cost Rick Carlisle his first NBA head coaching job is headed to Texas.

Playoff berth isn’t a given for Dallas Mavericks

The man who pretty much cost Rick Carlisle his first NBA head coaching job is headed to Texas.

Chicago Bulls waive guard JamesOn Curry

The Chicago Bulls have waived guard JamesOn Curry. The 6-foot-3, 190-pound Curry was the team’s second-round pick in the 2007 NBA draft.

Clippers Sign Free Agent Brian Skinner

The Los Angeles Clippers signed veteran forward Brian Skinner, Vice President of Basketball Operations Elgin Baylor announced today.

Rumors and Free Agent Updates - Yao is Worried Edition

It’s the dog days of summer for Celtics fans. Too early to think about training camp and nothing is going on with the team.

Australia tops China at Diamond Cup

Warm-up basketball matches for the Olympic Games are underway in Nanjing, capital of Jiangsu province.

Nuggets’ Weems undergoes surgery

Rookie guard Sonny Weems underwent successful surgery to repair a sports hernia Thursday.

Kenyon Martin And Rapper Trina Involved In Car Accident

Kenyon Martin of the Denver Nuggets and rapper Trina were involved in a car accident Friday in Belize.

LeBron, ‘Melo lead Team USA to exhibition rout of Turkey

LeBron James scored 20 points on 8-of-9 shooting, and Carmelo Anthony scored 17 points to lead the USA Men’s Basketball National team to a 114-82 rout of Turkey in an exhibition contest, their first in China.

Rumors and Free Agent Updates - Ron Ron on the Move Edition

The Houston Rockets have reportedly reached an agreement with the Sacramento Kings that will land Ron Artest in Houston.

Knicks Release Former Gator Green

Just a day after acquiring former Gator guard Taurean Green from the Denver Nuggets in a trade, the New York Knicks have released him.

Ricky Davis, Jason Hart newest Clipper additions

Ricky Davis can’t wait to reunite on the court with Baron Davis, his former teammate in Charlotte.

Introducing the 2008-09 Celtics Dancers

Boston Celtics: In June, the Celtics won Banner 17. On Thursday night, they selected the 17 women who will grace the parquet on game nights at the TD Banknorth Garden.

Looking at Okafor, Deng deals

Will Okafor, Deng contracts clear way for Iguodala? Will fellow restricted free agents Emeka Okafor and Luol Deng agreeing to contracts impact the Sixers’ negotiations with Andre Iguodala? Iguodala is probably …

Referee gets 15 months in NBA betting scandal

Disgraced US basketball referee Tim Donaghy, who admitted to betting on games he officiated and passing on inside information to bookies, was sentenced on Tuesday to 15 months in prison.

Pistons are keeping an eye on Hawks’ Smith

It’s no secret the Detroit Pistons are among the teams watching the Josh Smith drama in Atlanta unfold with a lot of interest.

US stars hope NBA betting scandal over

Team USA hoped the NBA betting scandal was over on Wednesday after ex-referee Tim Donaghy was jailed for 15 months, despite fears of further shock revelations.

Chicago Bulls at a Crossroads

Pegged as NBA finalists by some prior to last season, here’s what has happened to the once-promising Chicago Bulls: 33-49 record, worst shooting team in the NBA , replaced their coach with untested Vinny Del …

Fans want Nowitzki to be German flag bearer

Fans of Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki have mounted an internet campaign they hope will lead to his selection as Germany’s flag bearer at the Beijing Olympics.

Fans want Dirk Nowitzki to carry German flag

Fans of Dirk Nowitzki have mounted an internet campaign they hope will lead to his selection as Germany’s flag bearer at the Beijing Olympics.

Pacers, Fever to make donation

The Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever will donate about $70,000 worth of team apparel to the American Red Cross today at Conseco Fieldhouse.

Luol Deng, Bulls agree to new deal 6-year deal

In this March 28, 2008 file photo, Chicago Bulls forward Luol Deng, top, shoots over Atlanta Hawks center Zaza Pachulia of Georgia, during the first half of a basketball in Atlanta.

Donaghy’s life on hold…Okafor still a Bobcat…Cubs have some breathing r…

Donaghy’s life on hold…Okafor still a Bobcat…Cubs have some breathing room NEW YORK Disgraced NBA referee Tim Donaghy will be in a Brooklyn, New York courtroom today for sentencing.

Veteran swingman Ricky Davis signs with Clippers

Jul 28, 2008 4:48 PM By JOHN NADEL, AP In this Dec. 7, 2007 file photo, Miami Heat’s Ricky Davis scores against Golden State Warriors’ Al Harrington during the first half of a basketball game in Oakland, Calif.

Leading Off: With Artest gone, Kings get the point

Ron Artest will be missed. He gave us headlines, he kept us on our toes and he kept the Kings in the news.

Kings Agree to Trade Artest

Ron Artest is not going home to play for his beloved New York Knicks . Artest didn’t get the fairy-tale trade to join his Southern California buddy Kobe Bryant , either.

Photo gallery: Behind the scenes at the NBA Rookie Photo Shoot

Here’s a look behind the scenes at the event. Sky high — Brothers Brook Lopez , left, of the New Jersey Nets and Robin Lopez of the Phoenix Suns pose together.

Euroleague clubs to visit NBA clubs for pre-season games

Euroleague champions CSKA Moscow and rivals FC Barcelona and Lietuvos Rytas of Lithuania will visit North America in October to face National Basketball Association teams in pre-season games.