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Kings Announce Addition to Coaching Staff

the Sacramento Kings — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:13:03 UT

SACRAMENTO, CA ---- The Sacramento Kings’ Head Coach Paul Westphal today announced an addition to his coaching staff, reaching an agreement with Otis Hughley to join the team as an assistant coach. Hughley had coached at LeFlore High School in Mobile, Ala. for seven years (2004-2010), guiding the Rattlers to six straight regional appearances and a 6A state title in 2007.

Tags: NBA, Otis Hughley, Paul Westphal, Sacramento Kings

Spurs Release Hairston from Contractual Obligations

the San Antonio Spurs — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:33:53 UT

SAN ANTONIO - The San Antonio Spurs today announced that, per his request, the team has released Malik Hairston from his contract. Hairston was selected by the Phoenix Suns, with the 48^th overall pick, in the second round of the 2008 NBA Draft. In a draft night deal he was then traded to San Antonio – along with a 2009 second round pick – in exchange for the draft rights to Goran Dragic.

Tags: Goran Dragic, Malik Hairston, NBA, Phoenix Suns, RC Buford, San Antonio Spurs

2010 USA Men’s World Championship Roster Trimmed to 15

USA Basketball — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 22:13:34 UT

Colorado Springs, Colo. - Following four days of training and an intra-squad exhibition game that were held July 19-24 in Las Vegas, Nev., USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo today announced that 15 players had been selected as finalists for the 2010 USA World Championship Team.

Tags: 2010 USA World Championship Team, Jerry Colangelo, Jim Boeheim, Mike D'Antoni, Mike Krzyzewski, Nate McMillan

Celtics Re-Sign Marquis Daniels

the Boston Celtics — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:14:54 UT

BOSTON, MA – The Boston Celtics announced today that they have re-signed guard/forward Marquis Daniels. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. Daniels, a 6’6" guard/forward, appeared in 51 games for the Celtics last season averaging 5.6 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 18.4 minutes per game.

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Bulls Sign Thomas

the Chicago Bulls — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:09:08 UT

The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has signed free agent forward/center Kurt Thomas. Thomas (6-9, 230), a 15-year NBA veteran, most recently played with the Milwaukee Bucks during the 2009-10 campaign. Last year, he appeared in 70 games and averaged 3.0 ppg and 4.2 rpg in 15.0 mpg and shot .476 from the field and .800 from the line.

Tags: Chicago Bulls, Kurt Thomas, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA

WNBA: Seattle Storm 75 vs. Tulsa Shock 59

- Chuckarelei — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:31:06 UT

Tags: Lauren Jackson, Seattle Storm, Sue Bird, Tulsa Shock, WNBA

USA White Claims Victory over USA Blue in USA Basketball Showcase

USA Basketball — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 12:59:18 UT

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Even though a pair of forwards led each team in scoring, depth and talent at the guard position, just as it had been throughout the USA Men’s National Team’s week-long training camp in Las Vegas, was on display in the USA White’s 114-96 win over the USA Blue in the 2010 USA Basketball Showcase at UNLV’s Thomas & Mack Center.

Tags: Jerry Colangelo, Kevin Durant, Mike Krzyzewski, USA Blue, USA Men's National Team, USA White

Kobe Bryant has Successful Knee Surgery

the Los Angeles Lakers — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 15:38:33 UT

El SEGUNDO – In response to recent media inquiries, it has been announced today that Kobe Bryant recently underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee. The successful surgery was performed last week. Bryant is currently undergoing rehab and is expected to be fully recovered prior to the start of the Lakers’ training camp on September 25.

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Rosters Announced for 2010 USA Basketball Showcase

USA Basketball — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 02:23:24 UT

Las Vegas, Nev. - The USA Blue and USA White team rosters for the 2010 USA Basketball Showcase that will take place Saturday, 7 p.m. (PDT) at the Thomas & Mack Center on the campus of UNLV in Las Vegas, Nev., were announced today. USA Basketball is conducting its 2010 USA Men’s National Team training in Las Vegas.

Tags: 2010 USA Men’s National Team, Mike Krzyzewski, usa basketball

Timberwolves David Kahn Fined

the NBA — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 23:06:19 UT

NEW YORK – Minnesota Timberwolves President of Basketball Operations David Kahn has been fined $50,000 for inappropriate comments about Timberwolves forward Michael Beasley. In addition, the Timberwolves organization has been fined $50,000 for Kahn's remarks.

Tags: David Kahn, Michael Beasley, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

Spurs Sign 2010 Draft Pick James Anderson

the San Antonio Spurs — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 22:57:44 UT

SAN ANTONIO - The San Antonio Spurs announced today that they have signed James Anderson. The Spurs drafted Anderson with 20^th overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft. Per team policy, terms of the deals were not disclosed. Anderson, an early entry candidate, spent the past three years playing at Oklahoma State University before declaring for the NBA Draft.

Tags: 2010 NBA draft, James Anderson, NBA, Oklahoma State Cowboys, San Antonio Spurs

Lakers Sign Matt Barnes

the Los Angeles Lakers — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:54:39 UT

EL SEGUNDO - The Los Angeles Lakers have signed free agent forward Matt Barnes, it was announced today by General Manager Mitch Kupchak. Per team policy terms of the contract were not released. Barnes, a seven-year NBA veteran, appeared in 81 games (58 starts) last season with Orlando, averaging 8.8 points and 5.5 rebounds.

Tags: Los Angeles Lakers, Matt Barnes, Memphis Grizzlies, Mitch Kupchak, NBA, Orlando Magic

Lakers Sign Theo Ratliff

the Los Angeles Lakers — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:26:58 UT

EL SEGUNDO - The Los Angeles Lakers have signed free agent center Theo Ratliff, it was announced today by General Manager Mitch Kupchak. Ratliff, a 15-year NBA veteran, appeared in 49 games (29 starts) last season with the San Antonio Spurs and Charlotte Bobcats, averaging 3.6 points and 3.2 rebounds.

Tags: Charlotte Bobcats, Los Angeles Lakers, Mitch Kupchak, NBA, San Antonio Spurs, Theo Ratliff

Spurs Sign Gary Neal

the San Antonio Spurs — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:20:27 UT

SAN ANTONIO - The San Antonio Spurs announced today they have signed guard Gary Neal. Per team policy, terms of the deals were not disclosed. Neal, 6-4, 210 lbs., played on the Spurs 2010 summer league team in Las Vegas where he led the team in scoring. He averaged 16.0 points and 2.6 rebounds in 25.8 minutes while shooting .500 (30-60) from the field and .500 (17-34) from beyond the arc in five games.

Tags: Gary Neal, NBA, San Antonio Spurs

Bobcats Sign Free Agent Forward Dominic McGuire

the Charlotte Bobcats — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 22:03:06 UT

Charlotte Bobcats General Manager Rod Higgins announced today that the team has signed free agent forward Dominic McGuire. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.
The 6-9 McGuire was selected by the Wizards with the 47^th pick in the 2007 NBA Draft. In three NBA seasons with Washington and Sacramento, McGuire has played in 200 games, averaging 2.4 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 15.4 minutes.

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Bulls Acquire Watson

the Chicago Bulls — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 21:43:28 UT

The Chicago Bulls announced today that the team has acquired the signed-and-traded contract of guard C.J. Watson from the Golden State Warriors in exchange for a future second-round draft choice. Golden State will be receiving the lesser of Phoenix’s and Utah’s regular 2011 second-round draft choices, both of which are held by the Bulls.

Tags: C.J. Watson, Chicago Bulls, Golden State Warriors, NBA, Phoenix Suns, Utah Jazz

Monroe Undergoes Successful Surgical Procedure

the Detroit Pistons — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 21:37:44 UT

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – The Detroit Pistons announced today that Greg Monroe underwent a successful out-patient surgical procedure on his right foot performed by Dr. Arthur Manoli. The procedure was performed at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, MI. Rehabilitation will begin immediately and he is expected to resume full basketball activities in three to four weeks.

Tags: Detroit Pistons, Greg Monroe, NBA

Thunder Signs Free Agent Royal Ivey

the Oklahoma City Thunder — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 01:58:10 UT

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed free agent guard Royal Ivey to a contract, Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti announced today. Per team policy, terms of the agreement were not announced. Last season, the 6-4 guard, averaged 2.1 points and 5.6 minutes with the Bucks and 76ers.

Tags: Atlanta Hawks, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA, Oklahoma City Thunder, Philadelphia 76ers, Royal Ivey

Bucks Acquire Brockman from Kings

the Milwaukee Bucks — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 21:07:23 UT

The Milwaukee Bucks acquired forward/center Jon Brockman (6-7, 252) from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for forward Darnell Jackson and a 2011 second round draft pick, General Manager John Hammond announced today. Brockman, 23, joins the Bucks after averaging 2.8 points and 4.1 rebounds 12.6 minutes per game as a rookie with the Kings in 2009-10.

Tags: Darnell Jackson, John Hammond, Jon Brockman, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA, Sacramento Kings

Spurs Re-Sign Richard Jefferson

the San Antonio Spurs — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:49:24 UT

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Spurs announced today that they have re-signed Richard Jefferson. Per team policy, terms of the deals were not disclosed. Jefferson joined Spurs on June 23, 2009, in a three-team trade with the Milwaukee Bucks and Detroit Pistons. In his first season in San Antonio he appeared in 81 games, averaging 12.3 points, 4.4 rebounds and 2.0 assists.

Tags: Detroit Pistons, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA, Richard Jefferson, San Antonio Spurs

Plenty of Developments at USA Men’s National Team Training Camp

USA Basketball — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:21:16 UT

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – There were plenty of developments with the USA Basketball Men’s National Team during its first training session Tuesday in Las Vegas, Nev. USA Basketball announced that New York Knicks forward Amar’e Stoudemire and Phoenix Suns center Robin Lopez had withdrawn from the USA National Team’s training camp.

Tags: 2010 USA Basketball Men’s National Team, Amar’e Stoudemire, New York Knicks, Phoenix Suns, Robin Lopez

Bucks Sign Keyon Dooling

the Milwaukee Bucks — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:14:09 UT

The Milwaukee Bucks have signed guard Keyon Dooling (6-3, 195) to a contract, General Manager John Hammond announced today. A 10-year NBA veteran, Dooling averaged 6.9 points, 2.5 assists and 1.0 rebound in 53 games (eight starts) for the New Jersey Nets last season. He enjoyed his best statistical season in 2008-09 when he averaged 9.7 points, 3.5 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 77 games for the Nets.

Tags: John Hammond, Keyon Dooling, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA, New Jersey Nets

Bulls Sign Brewer

the Chicago Bulls — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:04:20 UT

The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has signed free agent guard Ronnie Brewer. In accordance with team policy, terms of the contract were not announced. Brewer (6-7, 236), a four-year NBA veteran, comes to the Bulls after spending last season with both the Utah Jazz and Memphis Grizzlies.

Tags: Chicago Bulls, Memphis Grizzlies, NBA, Ronnie Brewer, Utah Jazz

Celtics Re-Sign Nate Robinson

the Boston Celtics — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:08:23 UT

BOSTON, MA – The Boston Celtics announced today that they have re-signed guard Nate Robinson. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. Robinson, a 5’9" guard, averaged 10.1 points, 2.9 assists and shot 39.0% from three-point distance last season between the Celtics and the New York Knicks.

Tags: Boston Celtics, Nate Robinson, NBA, New York Knicks

James Gist Injury Report

the San Antonio Spurs — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 21:59:28 UT

Spurs forward James Gist suffered a sprained left wrist in the second quarter of the Spurs vs. Atlanta Hawks summer league game in Las Vegas on July 14. He is expected to be out of action for the next 1-3 weeks.

Tags: Atlanta Hawks, James Gist, NBA, San Antonio Spurs

Nuggets Sign Free Agent Harrington

the Denver Nuggets — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 04:36:23 UT

DENVER -- The Denver Nuggets have signed free-agent F Al Harrington, team Vice President of Basketball Operations Mark Warkentien announced Thursday. Harrington, 6-9, 250, is a 12-year NBA veteran who averaged 17.7 points and 5.8 rebounds for the New York Knicks last season. For his career, he has averaged 14.1 points and 5.8 rebounds in 800 games with Indiana, Atlanta, Golden State and New York.

Tags: Al Harrington, Atlanta Hawks, Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Mark Warkentien, NBA, New York Knicks

Nuggets Re-Sign Carter and Sign Free Agent Williams

the Denver Nuggets — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:19:28 UT

DENVER -- The Denver Nuggets have re-signed G Anthony Carter and signed free-agent F/C Shelden Williams, team Vice President of Basketball Operations Mark Warkentien announced today. Carter, 35, spent the past four seasons with the Nuggets, averaging 5.6 points and 4.5 assists in 204 regular-season games. In his 11-year NBA career with Miami, San Antonio, Minnesota and Denver, he has averaged 5.0 points, 4.0 assists and 2.2 rebounds in 566 games.

Tags: Anthony Carter, Denver Nuggets, Mark Warkentien, Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA, San Antonio Spurs, Shelden Williams

Three Added to 2010-12 USA Men’s National Team Roster

USA Basketball — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:10:31 UT

Colorado Springs, Colorado - Dallas Mavericks’ recently acquired center Tyson Chandler, Phoenix Suns center Robin Lopez and Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo have been added to the 2010-12 USA Basketball Men’s National Team, USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo announced today.

Tags: 2010-12 USA Basketball Men’s National Team, Boston Celtics, Dallas Mavericks, Jerry Colangelo, Phoenix Suns, Rajon Rondo, Robin Lopez, Tyson Chandler

Celtics Re-Sign Pierce

the Boston Celtics — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:59:05 UT

BOSTON, MA – The Boston Celtics announced today that they have re-signed team captain and forward Paul Pierce. Pierce, a 6’7” forward, is the Celtics third leading scorer in franchise history with 19,899 points trailing only Larry Bird and John Havlicek. The 2008 NBA Finals MVP averaged 18.3 points, 4.4 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game in making his eighth All-Star team.

Tags: Boston Celtics, John Havlicek, Larry Bird, NBA, Paul Pierce

Celtics Sign O'Neal

the Boston Celtics — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 23:49:05 UT

BOSTON, MA – The Boston Celtics announced today that they have signed center/forward Jermaine O’Neal. O'Neal, a 6'11" center/forward, has appeared in six all-star games and has been named to three All-NBA teams. The product of Eau Claire High School in South Carolina has posted career averages of 14.2 points and 7.5 rebounds.

Tags: Boston Celtics, Jermaine O'Neal, NBA

Lakers Re-Sign Fisher

the Los Angeles Lakers — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:50:43 UT

EL SEGUNDO - The Los Angeles Lakers have re-signed free agent guard Derek Fisher, it was announced by General Manager Mitch Kupchak. Fisher, a five-time NBA Champion with the Lakers (2000-02, 2009-10), returns for his fourth straight season with Los Angeles and 12th overall.

Tags: Derek Fisher, Los Angeles Lakers, Mitch Kupchak, NBA

Nuggets' Andersen has Surgery

the Denver Nuggets — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:41:46 UT

Nuggets F Chris Andersen had surgery Wednesday to repair a torn ligament in his left ring finger. He broke the finger March 13 at Memphis but played through the injury for the remainder of the regular season and playoffs.

Tags: Chris Andersen, Denver Nuggets, Memphis Grizzlies, NBA

Magic Sign Free Agent Richardson

the Orlando Magic — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 01:27:41 UT

Orlando, FL – The Orlando Magic have signed free agent guard/forward Quentin Richardson, General Manager Otis Smith announced today. Per team policy, terms of the deal are not disclosed. Richardson (#5, 6’6”, 228, 4/13/80) played in 76 games (75 starts) last season with Miami, averaging 8.9 ppg., 4.9 rpg. and 1.2 apg. in 27.4 minpg. He also appeared in five postseason contests, averaging 9.8 ppg., 3.8 rpg., 1.6 apg. and 1.60 stlpg. in 29.8 minpg.

Tags: NBA, Orlando Magic, Otis Smith, Quentin Richardson

Celtics Re-Sign Allen

the Boston Celtics — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 01:19:08 UT

BOSTON, MA – The Boston Celtics announced today that they have re-signed guard Ray Allen. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. Allen, a 6’5” guard, set an NBA Finals record during Game 2 of the 2010 Finals when he connected on eight three pointers (including seven in a row).

Tags: Boston Celtics, NBA, Ray Allen

Cavaliers Owner Dan Gilbert Fined

the NBA — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:41:28 UT

NEW YORK – Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert has been fined $100,000 for inappropriate comments regarding Miami Heat forward LeBron James.

Tags: Cleveland Cavaliers, Dan Gilbert, LeBron James, Miami Heat, NBA

Spurs Sign Tiago Splitter

the San Antonio Spurs — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 21:47:25 UT

The San Antonio Spurs today announced they have signed Tiago Splitter. The 25-year-old Splitter was selected by the Spurs with the 28^th overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft. Per club policy, terms of the contract were not announced. The 6-11, 235-pound Splitter has played for Caja Laboral Vitoria in the ACB League since the 2003-04 season.

Tags: ACB League, Caja Laboral Vitoria, NBA, San Antonio Spurs, Tiago Splitter

Knicks Sign Raymond Felton

the New York Knicks — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 21:41:12 UT

NEW YORK – New York Knickerbockers President of Basketball Operations Donnie Walsh announced today that the team has signed guard Raymond Felton as a free agent. As per club policy, terms of the deal will not be disclosed. Felton, 6-1, 198-pounds, has career averages of 13.3 points, 6.4 assists, 1.42 steals and 34.9 minutes in 399 career games (369 starts) in five NBA seasons.

Tags: Charlotte Bobcats, Donnie Walsh, NBA, New York Knicks, North Carolina Tar Heels, Raymond Felton

Brian Butch Injury Update

the Denver Nuggets — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 04:34:59 UT

Nuggets C Brian Butch dislocated his left patella during the third quarter of today's 92-74 summer league win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Butch will return to Denver on Monday and will be examined by Nuggets Team Physician, Dr. Steve Traina.

Tags: Brian Butch, Denver Nuggets, Dr. Steve Traina, Los Angeles Lakers, NBA

Knicks Acquire Randolph, Azubuike and Turiaf

the New York Knicks — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:59:05 UT

NEW YORK – New York Knickerbockers President of Basketball Operations Donnie Walsh announced today that the team has acquired forward Anthony Randolph, swingman Kelenna Azubuike, forward/center Ronny Turiaf and a 2012 second round draft pick from the Golden State Warriors in exchange for forward David Lee, via sign-and-trade.

Tags: Anthony Randolph, David Lee, Donnie Walsh, Golden State Warriors, Kelenna Azubuike, NBA, New York Knicks, Ronny Turiaf

Bucks Sign First Round Pick Sanders

the Milwaukee Bucks — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 22:19:37 UT

The Milwaukee Bucks have signed first round draft pick Larry Sanders to a multi-year contract, General Manager John Hammond announced today. Sanders, a 6-11, 235-pound forward, was the 15^th overall selection in the 2010 NBA Draft. Sanders played three seasons for Virginia Commonwealth University, and averaged 10.3 points and 7.7 rebounds.

Tags: 2010 NBA draft, John Hammond, Larry Sanders, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA, Virginia Commonwealth Rams

Knicks Sign Five-Time All-Star Stoudemire

the New York Knicks — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 18:09:16 UT

NEW YORK – New York Knickerbockers President of Basketball Operations Donnie Walsh announced today that five-time NBA All-Star forward Amar’e Stoudemire has agreed to terms with the team. As per club policy, terms of the deal will not be disclosed.

Tags: Amar’e Stoudemire, Donnie Walsh, NBA, New York Knicks

Magic Sign Free Agent Duhon

the Orlando Magic — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:53:45 UT

Orlando, FL – The Orlando Magic have signed free agent guard Chris Duhon, General Manager Otis Smith announced today. Duhon (6’1”, 190, 8/31/82) played in 67 games (59 starts) last season with New York, averaging 7.4 ppg., 5.6 apg. and 2.7 rpg. in 30.9 minpg.

Tags: Chris Duhon, NBA, New York Knicks, Orlando Magic, Otis Smith

Thunder Acquires Aldrich and Peterson

the Oklahoma City Thunder — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:44:23 UT

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma City Thunder Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti announced today that the team has acquired the draft rights to Cole Aldrich (11^th overall) and veteran forward Morris Peterson from the New Orleans Hornets in exchange for the draft rights to Craig Brackins (21^st overall) and Quincy Pondexter (26^th overall).

Tags: Cole Aldrich, Craig Brackins, Morris Peterson, NBA, New Orleans Hornets, Oklahoma City Thunder, Quincy Pondexter, Sam Presti

NBA Salary Cap Set for 2010-11 Season

the NBA — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 02:12:35 UT

NEW YORK – The National Basketball Association today announced that the Salary Cap for the 2010-11 season will be $58.044 million. The tax level for the 2010-11 season has been set at $70.307 million. Any team whose team salary exceeds that figure will pay a $1 tax for each $1 by which it exceeds $70.307 million.

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Kings Sign DeMarcus Cousins

the Sacramento Kings — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 22:57:27 UT

SACRAMENTO, CA ---- The Sacramento Kings today signed rookie center DeMarcus Cousins to a contract, it was announced by Kings’ President of Basketball Operations Geoff Petrie. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. Cousins was Sacramento’s first round selection (5^th overall) of the 2010 NBA Draft out of the University of Kentucky as an undergraduate.

Tags: 2010 NBA draft, DeMarcus Cousins, Geoff Petrie, NBA, Sacramento Kings

Pistons Sign First Round Draft Selection Greg Monroe

the Detroit Pistons — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 20:01:42 UT

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – Detroit Pistons President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars announced today that the club has signed its first round draft selection Greg Monroe to a contract. Per team policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed. Monroe was drafted by Detroit with the seventh overall selection in the first round of the 2010 NBA Draft.

Tags: 2010 NBA draft, Detroit Pistons, Greg Monroe, Joe Dumars

Celtics Sign Erden

the Boston Celtics — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 20:22:08 UT

BOSTON, MA – The Boston Celtics announced today that they have signed center Semih Erden. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. Erden, a 7’0” 240lbs center, was selected by the Celtics with the 60^th pick in the 2008 NBA Draft.

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Bucks Announce 2010 Summer League Roster

the Milwaukee Bucks — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 16:26:04 UT

Milwaukee Bucks General Manager John Hammond announced the team’s roster for the 2010 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, Nevada. Bucks 2010 draft picks Larry Sanders (15th overall), Darington Hobson (37th overall) and Tiny Gallon (47th overall) will headline the team along with forward Darnell Jackson and former Wauwatosa East H.S. standout Jerry Smith.

Tags: 2010 NBA Summer League, Darington Hobson, Darnell Jackson, Jerry Smith, John Hammond, Larry Sanders, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA, Tiny Gallon

Celtics Sign Bradley

the Boston Celtics — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 16:16:14 UT

BOSTON, MA – The Boston Celtics announced today that they have signed guard Avery Bradley. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. Bradley, a 6’2” guard, was the team’s First Round pick (19^th overall) in the 2010 NBA Draft. The former Texas Longhorn averaged 11.6 points, 1.29 steals and shot 37.5 percent from beyond the three point arc during his only season in college.

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Phil Jackson to Return to Coach the Lakers

the Los Angeles Lakers — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:54:25 UT

EL SEGUNDO - Los Angeles Lakers Head Coach Phil Jackson has decided to return to coach the team for the 2010-11 season, it was announced today. Jackson has won five titles as head coach of the Lakers. Overall, Jackson has guided his teams to eleven NBA Championships, the most of any coach in NBA history.

Tags: Los Angeles Lakers, Mitch Kupchak, NBA, Phil Jackson