Lakers will play LeBron James’ Miami Heat on Christmas Day
August 4th, 2010
Lakers will play LeBron James’ Miami Heat on Christmas Day
From an expected announcement of a Lakers- Miami Heat matchup on Christmas Day to the distinct possibility that former Laker Shaquille O’Neal could be finishing his career with the Boston Celtics, to a small flurry of signings and cuts around the NBA, one question comes to mind: This is all happening on one lazy day in August? If the NBA had indeed …
Ryan, Cuban face bidding war for Texas Rangers
In this Nov. 28, 2009, file photo, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban yells to an official during an NBA basketball game against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Cleveland.
Panel backs 3-member BOH
As one of its last formal acts, the Charter Review Committee voted 4-1 Tuesday to recommend changing the Board of Health to an elected, three-person panel.
NBA surpasses 2 million on Twitter
The NBA has surpassed 2 million followers on Twitter, easily the most for a sports league.
Justin Bieber’s hormones upstage Shaq’s big show
Justin Bieber, left, and Shaquille O’Neal pose for photos while promoting Shaq’s show “Shaq Vs.” in Orlando on August 3, 2010.
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Source: Shaq talking with the Celtics…Heat vs. Celtics will tip things off UNDATED a ‘ A person with knowledge of the negotiations says the Celtics are making progress on a deal that would bring Shaquille O’Neal to Boston.
Bolivia court upholds seizure of MT man’s ranch
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Former UCLA Bruins hoops star Tyus Edney joins staff
August 4th, 2010
Former UCLA Bruins hoops star Tyus Edney joins staff
Tyus Edney is returning to UCLA.
Tim Sypher says during trial Louisville Cardinals coach Rick Pitino never mentioned abortion
Karen Cunagin Sypher’s former attorney told jurors at her extortion trial he had sexual relations with the former model before writing a letter to Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino demanding $10 million.
Prosecution rests in Rick Pitino extortion trial
Prosecutors have rested their case against a woman charged with trying to extort millions from Louisville coach Rick Pitino in exchange for staying silent about a sexual fling in a restaurant.
Charlotte turns to Alan Major to revitalize 49ers program
He learned the skills of coaching under Gene Keady while a student at Purdue and has refined them over the past 18 years as an assistant, most recently under Thad Matta. Now Alan Major is ready to put his skills to work at Charlotte.
West Virginia coach Bub Huggins’ fall blamed on meds, empty stomach
West Virginia University says basketball coach Bob Huggins’ rib-breaking fall occurred because medication taken on an empty stomach left him lightheaded.
NCAA exploring how college athletes, advisors and agents interact
The NCAA Amateurism Cabinet has begun looking at ways NCAA athletes could have contact with agents and retain their eligibility, but no timetable has been set for any new rules to be put into effect.
John Calipari says Darnell Dodson won’t play for Kentucky
Kentucky coach John Calipari says junior guard Darnell Dodson will not play for the Wildcats this season.
Undrafted All-American Scottie Reynolds signs with Italian team
Former Villanova point guard Scottie Reynolds has signed a one-year offer to play in Italy.
Arizona placed on two years’ probation, must vacate 19 wins from 2007-08 season
The NCAA has placed the University of Arizona men’s basketball program on two years’ probation and vacated 19 wins from the 2007-08 season for violations involving Hall of Fame coach Lute Olson.
Lawyer for UNLV’s Tre’Von Willis enters not guilty plea
A lawyer entered a not guilty plea on behalf of UNLV basketball player Tre’Von Willis, who faces a felony charge stemming from allegations that Willis choked his girlfriend during an argument.
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Vegas wary of ‘Noles’ defense
August 4th, 2010
Vegas wary of ‘Noles’ defense
Password: Close Close Close OR Close Vegas wary of ‘Noles’ defense Oddsmakers expect upgrade, but uncertain how much By Jim Lamar * DEMOCRAT SPORTS EDITOR * Published: August 01.
Odds are, FSU’s defense holds key to ACC title hopes
The Florida State football team’s shot at winning an Atlantic Coast Conference championship rides on the defense.
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Michigan State dismisses guard from Final Four squad
August 4th, 2010
Michigan State dismisses guard from Final Four squad
Michigan State on Tuesday announced that guard Chris Allen has been dismissed from the team.
Prosecution rests in Pitino extortion trial
Prosecutors have rested their case against a woman charged with trying to extort millions from Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino in exchange for staying silent about a sexual fling in a restaurant.
UK’s Dodson won’t play this season
Kentucky coach John Calipari says junior guard Darnell Dodson will not play for the Wildcats this season.
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Mailbag: Heat must show they can stop teams, too
August 4th, 2010
Mailbag: Heat must show they can stop teams, too
Mailbag: For all the Heat has added in support of Dwyane Wade, LeBron James and Chris Bosh, there hasn’t been much in the way of defensive support beyond the re-signing of Udonis Haslem and Joel Anthony.
PBT: Williams to return to Magic
Wowa! Shaq close to a deal with the Celtics http://bit.ly/aIWSJv
Wowa! Shaq close to a deal with the Celtics http://bit.ly/aIWSJv
PBT: No offseason stunner in these rankings
PBT: Lakers and Heat lead our first offseason rankings. Perhaps we’ll see the two teams face off in the 2011 NBA finals, though the Magic, Celtics and Thunder might have something to say about it.
2010 schedule all about the Heat
PBT: Miami’s Big Three will be all over TV this season, including on opening night and a big Christmas showdown against the Lakers.
PBT: Celtics reportedly close to signing Shaq
Winderman: Schedule highlights gulf between haves, have nots
Trash Talk: Heat’s karma all bad these days
Trash Talk: Sure, Miami now has LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh on one team. But they already have a few troubling asterisks that seem to be growing by the day. How much more can the Heat take?
Out of Bounds: Rodman refuses autographs for rescuers?
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Odds are, FSU’s defense holds key to ACC title hopes
August 4th, 2010
Odds are, FSU’s defense holds key to ACC title hopes
The Florida State football team’s shot at winning an Atlantic Coast Conference championship rides on the defense.
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Huggins says medicine, empty stomach caused fall in Vegas hotel room
August 4th, 2010
Huggins says medicine, empty stomach caused fall in Vegas hotel room
West Virginia University says basketball coach Bob Huggins’ rib-breaking fall occurred because medication taken on an empty stomach left him lightheaded.
Tim Sypher says during trial Louisville Cardinals coach Rick Pitino never mentioned abortion
Karen Cunagin Sypher’s former attorney told jurors at her extortion trial he had sexual relations with the former model before writing a letter to Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino demanding $10 million.
Northwestern basketball player Kevin Coble won’t return for senior season
Foot injury ends hoops career for NU’s Coble.
Navy hires Paulus as assistant coach
Former Duke point guard and Syracuse quarterback Greg Paulus has been hired by Billy Lange as an assistant at the Naval Academy.
Pac-10 changing name to Pac-12 with newcomers
The Pac-10 will become the Pac-12 as soon as Colorado and Utah officially join the league.
Arizona placed on two years’ probation, must vacate 19 wins from 2007-08 season
The NCAA has placed the University of Arizona men’s basketball program on two years’ probation and vacated 19 wins from the 2007-08 season for violations involving Hall of Fame coach Lute Olson.
Charlotte turns to Alan Major to revitalize 49ers program
He learned the skills of coaching under Gene Keady while a student at Purdue and has refined them over the past 18 years as an assistant, most recently under Thad Matta. Now Alan Major is ready to put his skills to work at Charlotte.
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Howard: Not talking about the Heat
August 4th, 2010
Howard: Not talking about the Heat
Dwight Howard has heard the same question everywhere he has traveled this summer.
More Suns GM candidates emerge, sources say
At least two new candidates have emerged in the Phoenix Suns’ search for a general manager to work under new head of basketball operations Lon Babby, according to sources close to the process.
Flexible deals led LeBron James, Chris Bosh to Miami
The last time the Pistons ventured to South Beach and faced the Miami Heat, Ben Gordon scored 39 points on April 9 and led the Pistons to a rare 106-99 victory last season.
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Northwestern basketball player Kevin Coble won’t return for senior season
Foot injury ends hoops career for NU’s Coble.
Charlotte turns to Alan Major to revitalize 49ers program
He learned the skills of coaching under Gene Keady while a student at Purdue and has refined them over the past 18 years as an assistant, most recently under Thad Matta. Now Alan Major is ready to put his skills to work at Charlotte.
Tim Sypher says during trial Louisville Cardinals coach Rick Pitino never mentioned abortion
Karen Cunagin Sypher’s former attorney told jurors at her extortion trial he had sexual relations with the former model before writing a letter to Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino demanding $10 million.
Former UCLA Bruins hoops star Tyus Edney joins staff
Tyus Edney is returning to UCLA.
NCAA exploring how college athletes, advisors and agents interact
The NCAA Amateurism Cabinet has begun looking at ways NCAA athletes could have contact with agents and retain their eligibility, but no timetable has been set for any new rules to be put into effect.
John Calipari says Darnell Dodson won’t play for Kentucky
Kentucky coach John Calipari says junior guard Darnell Dodson will not play for the Wildcats this season.
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Dispatchers couldn’t verify location of 911 call
August 3rd, 2010
Dispatchers couldn’t verify location of 911 call
Police dispatchers didn’t alert patrol officers or commanders to a 911 call from the phone of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright because they couldn’t confirm that it came from inside their suburban Memphis jurisdiction, documents show.NBA/~4/ajk6OnIf-O8″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>
Magic, PG Williams agree to new deal
Jason Williams is coming back to the Orlando Magic.NBA/~4/nQV7a37hAtA” height=”1″ width=”1″/>
Twitter followers past 2 million for NBA
The NBA has surpassed two million followers on Twitter, easily the most for a sports league.NBA/~4/AHZmDHK1Nls” height=”1″ width=”1″/>
LeBron thanks fans in Akron paper ad
LeBron James is showing appreciation to his Ohio hometown fans with a full-page newspaper ad as he leaves to play basketball in Miami.NBA/~4/tVmRfZk_6Pg” height=”1″ width=”1″/>
Nuggets make changes in front office
The Denver Nuggets have shaken up their front office, declining to extend the contracts of executives Mark Warkentien and Rex Chapman.NBA/~4/w09a0Xd61Qg” height=”1″ width=”1″/>
Dwight not feeling Heat in Miami
Dwight Howard has heard the same question everywhere he has traveled this summer.NBA/~4/VUwa-4cpcYI” height=”1″ width=”1″/>
Heat to face Lakers on Christmas Day
A person with knowledge of the details says the new-look Miami Heat will play the opening game of the NBA season at Boston.NBA/~4/JfRaMfkolpU” height=”1″ width=”1″/>
Celtics sign G Wafer to contract
Guard Von Wafer has signed with the Boston Celtics.NBA/~4/zB4BuiCwT1o” height=”1″ width=”1″/>
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