NBA News

The new Bosh out to change opinions
It was as though the basketball world was taunting Chris Bosh, holding up others as shining examples of what he wanted to be.
The Toronto Star Fri Nov 20th


Bob Cooney: Sixerville: Sixers rookie Holiday still adjusting to NBA life
HE IS ALL of 19 years old, the youngest player in the NBA. He is making an ungodly amount of money for someone his age - $1,514,280 - yet he is still required to stop and pick up doughnuts for his teammates. He is lonely at times, bored, too, and missing many things he loved on the other side of the country.
Philadelphia Inquirer Fri Nov 20th


Source: Plea deal reached in Williams case
Retired NBA star Jayson Williams has agreed to a plea deal that would send him to prison for up to three years for accidentally shooting a driver at his New Jersey estate in 2002, a source told the Associated Press.
Philadelphia Inquirer Fri Nov 20th


Stojakovic Leads Hornets to Second Straight Win Under Bower
Peja Stojakovic had 25 points and 13 rebounds to lead the New Orleans Hornets to a 110-103 upset win over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday.
NY Times Fri Nov 20th


Jazz end decade of futility
San Antonio » For the record, the Jazz popped no champagne corks and smoked no victory cigars in their locker room. They made no plans for a celebratory lap along the River Walk or a stop at the Alamo for a team picture on their way to the airport.
Salt Lake Tribune Fri Nov 20th


McGrady fidgets on sidelines as he awaits OK to play
Unable or unwilling to wait any longer, Tracy McGrady finished his pregame workout and got ready to play, changing into his uniform for the first time since his surgery last February.
Houston Chronicle Fri Nov 20th


Bulls never really threaten in loss to Lakers
In the final days of last season, there were quite a few who believed the Bulls would have been better off missing the playoffs and gaining a lottery spot.
Chicago Sun-Times Fri Nov 20th


Dolan hesitant on Knicks signing Allen
According to a high-ranking Knicks official, Garden boss James Dolan has reservations about the club signing Allen Iverson, the multi-talented yet controversial guard who became a free agent Thursday night after clearing waivers.
NY Daily News Thu Nov 19th


Union director Billy Hunter plans to meet soon with Stern, says salaries are dropping

Minneapolis Star-Tribune Thu Nov 19th


AP Source: Jayson Williams Taking Deal in Shooting
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) -- Retired NBA star Jayson Williams has agreed to a plea deal that would send him to prison for up to three years for accidentally shooting a driver at his New Jersey estate in 2002, a person with knowledge of the case told The Associated Press on Thursday.
NY Times Thu Nov 19th


Observations: Time to "respect the ball"
When Bobcats coach Larry Brown talks about his team needing to "respect the ball," this is what he means: The Bobcats shot 57 percent in the first quarter, yet trailed by seven. How is that possible?
Charlotte Observer Thu Nov 19th


Clippers revert to (bad) form
Baron Davis scores 23 points, but the Grizzlies, who post only their third victory, have much more firepower. Marcus Camby injures his back.
Los Angeles Times Thu Nov 19th


Korver still a few weeks away
Back from a weeklong training session at the Peak Performance Project in Santa Barbara, Calif., Kyle Korver said Wednesday he was encouraged about making his return from left knee surgery in a matter of weeks.
Salt Lake Tribune Thu Nov 19th


No Victories, but Lots of Giveaways
Recent promotions by the Nets show how far the team is willing to go to fill its arena while dealing with a poor economy and a losing record.
NY Times Thu Nov 19th


Nellie plugs along
Don Nelson returned to the town of his greatest playing glory last night mired in a season that could charitably be referred to as trying.
Boston Herald Thu Nov 19th


Eleventh loss prods inspiration quest
The Wolves, nearing a record for poor starts, need one for the Gipper. Or anyone.
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Thu Nov 19th


Rookie fuels Jazz
Just when the jittery Utah Jazz looked perfectly capable of squandering another big lead, they got a needed dose of poised leadership from an unexpected source Wednesday night at EnergySolutions Arena.
Salt Lake Tribune Thu Nov 19th


Gasol set to return for Lakers
Pau Gasol will make his season debut tonight against the Chicago Bulls. Definitely. Maybe.
Los Angeles Daily News Thu Nov 19th


Antonio Daniels could be in the mix if Orlando Magic decide to sign another point guard
The agent for PG Antonio Daniels told the Sentinel on Wednesday that he spoke with the Magic about signing Daniels in the aftermath of an injury to starter Jameer Nelson .
Orlando Sentinel Thu Nov 19th


Recap: Trail Blazers 87, Pistons 81
WHAT HAPPENED: The Pistons' desperate fourth-quarter comeback fell short, and they dropped their third straight. It looked like they would be blown out of Oregon when they fell behind by 22 points in the second half.
Detroit Free Press Thu Nov 19th


Rockets bounce back against Timberwolves 97-84
After leading most of the night, but struggling to put together a run to put the Timberwolves away, the Rockets finally began to pull away down the stretch.
Houston Chronicle Wed Nov 18th


Harrington Leads Knicks Past Pacers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Al Harrington scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter against his former team, and the New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 110-103 on Wednesday night to snap a six-game losing streak.
NY Times Wed Nov 18th


Knicks set Pace, blow away Pacers in 4th
Al Harrington scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter against his former team, and the Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 110-103 on Wednesday night to snap a six-game losing streak. Larry Hughes had 22 points and 10 rebounds.
NY Daily News Wed Nov 18th


Magic supports LeBron’s plan to retire Jordan’s number
All-time great says both he and fellow legend Larry Bird would be supportive if teams vote in favour of retiring No. 23
The Globe and Mail Wed Nov 18th


Surprising Thunder burn Heat
With plenty of good seats still available around the end of the first quarter, the Miami Heat gave some upper-deck fans a rare chance to move into the lower level.
The Toronto Star Wed Nov 18th