Hard-working Harris Nov 20, 2009
"Andrew ShurtleffHarris plans to announce his college intentions Thursday. Harris, who averaged 25 points and 12 rebounds as a junior at Long Island Lutheran, plays like a new young man. He's benefited from working over the years with several high-profile students of the game, including cousin Channing Frye of the Phoenix Suns, and even NBA Hall of Famer George Gervin, who was represented by his father when Torrel was an NBA player agent. "I'm a lot more explosive, and quicker, I have more... (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Dirk saves Mavs with 29-point 4th quarter Nov 4, 2009
The mark for points in any quarter is 33 shared by San Antonios George Gervin (April 9, 1978) and Denvers Carmelo Anthony (Dec. 10, 2008). (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hornets' Paul adds golf to rsum in offseason Sep 15, 2009
" Paul's tournament has drawn players old and young from the NBA, including Heat guard Dwyane Wade, Golden State rookie Stephen Curry, former Hornets guard and current NBA-TV analyst Steve Smith, Clippers and ex-Hornets guard Rasual Butler, Nuggets and ex-Hornets guard J.R. Smith, Spurs guard Roger Mason Jr., TNT analyst Kenny Smith, Basketball Hall of Famers George Gervin and Moses Malone, in addition to several of Paul's current Hornets teammates. Golf's Lee Elder also is scheduled to... (Nola.com -- Sports)
Jordan soars into basketball Hall of Fame Sep 13, 2009
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Jordan joins Stockton, Robinson in Hall induction Sep 12, 2009
Jordan reaches new heights with place in Hall - NBA - SI.com. Posted: Friday September 11, 2009 7:55PM; Updated: Friday September 11, 2009 11:00PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
New heights for His Airness Sep 12, 2009
Air Jordan reaches new heights with place in Hall. Article:Air Jordan reaches new heights with place in Hall:/n/a/2009/09/10/sports/s132503D71. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Jordan will get final accolade with Hall induction Sep 12, 2009
Hall of Fame: Michael Jordan gets final accolade with induction - ESPN. Updated: September 11, 2009, 10:49 PM ET. (ABC News)
Jordan Inducted into NBA Hall of Fame Sep 12, 2009
Player Widely Considered Game's Best Joined by Four Other Basketball Greats. Former Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards guard Michael Jordan wipes tears from his eyes as his presenter Hall of Fame NBA player David Thompson looks on during Jordan's enshrinement ceremony into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Mass. (CBS News)
Jordan thanks motivators Sep 12, 2009
Isiah Thomas, Magic Johnson, George Gervin - you guys gave me the motivation [in 1985] that every day I ve got to prove to them that I ve got what it takes to be on this level. From that point forward that I proved that I deserved to be on this level. (Boston Globe)
Emotional Jordan takes place in hall Sep 12, 2009
--- Michael Jordan, often considered the best player ever, took his place alongside basketball's other greats. And he never forgot anyone who motivated him to get there. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Jordan leads distinguished class into Hall of Fame Sep 12, 2009
Michael Jordan pauses during his induction speech at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. By Jim Rogash, Getty Images. (USA Today -- Sports)
Air Jordan reaches new heights in Hall Sep 12, 2009
4:26 a.m. Saturday, September 12, 2009. Air Jordan reaches new heights with place in Hall. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
After saving Spurs, Admiral sets sail for Hall Sep 10, 2009
The city was starving for a superstar ever since George Gervin left town in 1985. (Gervin, the only other Spurs player in the Hall, and former coach Larry Brown will present Robinson. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Lidge on shaky ground as Phils closer Sep 10, 2009
Jordan highlights a class that includes David Robinson (presented by Larry Brown and George Gervin) and John Stockton (Isiah Thomas) plus coaches Jerry Sloan (Charles Barkley) and C. Vivian Stringer (John Chaney). Lisa Leslie s 18 points helped the Sparks secure a WNBA playoff spot with a 76-68 victory over the Silver Stars in Los Angeles. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Jordan picks Thompson as presenter at HOF Sep 9, 2009
Robinson went with Larry Brown, his first NBA coach, and fellow San Antonio Spurs Hall of Famer George Gervin. Stringer's choice of John Chaney was perhaps the least surprising. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jordan picks ex-NC State player for HOF Sep 9, 2009
Hall of Famer George Gervin talks about introducing David Robinson and Michael Jordan's careerTags ... Robinson went with Larry Brown, his first NBA coach, and fellow Hall of Famer George Gervin. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Sorting fact from friction Sep 6, 2009
The class of 96 could compete against the 93ers, with a frontcourt of Kresimir Cosic, George Gervin, and George Yardley, plus guards Gail Goodrich and David Thompson. Cosic was a top collegiate center at Brigham Young and was twice selected in NBA drafts, but never performed for an NBA team, instead spending his career in Europe. (Boston Globe)
THRILL LIST: Ten all-time players who regularly set hearts racing Jul 10, 2009
George Gervin A Spurs stars in the 1970s and '80s, Gervin was a scoring machine. No one in the history of the game had more unconventional pump fakes, finger rolls and than the Iceman. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
The Thrill Is Gone Dilip Vishwanat/Getty ImagesAlbert Pujols is on pace to hit 55 HRs, which would be the 13th highest total of Bud Selig's reign as commissioner.Home run numbers have long carried a mystique that's unlike any statistic in sports. But thanks to the Selig Era, the wonder behind huge home run seasons is gone, says Joe Posnanski. Jun 18, 2009
(Yes, it was huge when O.J. went for 2,000 yards; yes, Gretzky's preposterous 1981-82 season when he scored 50 goals in 39 games was exciting; yes, I remember when David Thompson scored 73 points on the final day of the NBA season in an effort to win the scoring title -- he lost anyway because George Gervin scored 63 later that same day. One thing the Ice Man could do was he could finger roll. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Former Eagles guard hopes to give local players another shot Jun 17, 2009
The league produced players like Julius Erving, George Gervin, David Thompson and Moses Malone back in its glory days. Waterman wants to run and gun. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
THE AMAZING PIERCE: Hard to believe Celtic had doubters Apr 30, 2009
He had a little bit of Jordan, a tablespoon of Malone, a pinch of George Gervin, a dash of Alex English. He could take over in a half-dozen ways. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
NBA Playoffs: Bulls pull even in series with win over Celtics Apr 28, 2009
Tony Parker had 31 of his 43 points by halftime, matching George Gervin s franchise playoff record for points in a half. That came after he was held to 12 points in Game 3, when the Spurs lost 88-67 in their lowest-scoring playoff game ever. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Detroit's hoops shrine deserves salute Apr 2, 2009
George Gervin and Chris Webber and and Dave Bing, the NBA Hall of Famer now running for mayor. On and on, the names of famous players roll men who brought their game to this small red brick gym, and made it the epicenter of basketball in Detroit. (USA Today -- Sports)
Garnett returns to lineup in limited role Mar 21, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Celebs share All-Star spotlight Feb 17, 2009
Other celebs and basketball legends recognized on the jumbotron included the music powerhouse couple Beyonce and Jay-Z, local resident Muhammad Ali, NBA Hall of Famers George Gervin, Bill Russell and Magic Johnson, Scottie Pippen, Spike Lee, who donned a top hat and black suit, Maria Shriver, Eva Longoria, Ludacris, Akon and High School Musical star Corbin Bleu. Polarizing Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrell Owens, who might have received a harsher greeting than McCain or Jackson, also was in... (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Notes: Shaq puts on a show at All-Star Game Feb 16, 2009
Among the notables in attendance were former heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali, who drew the biggest ovation of the night; Beyonce and Jay-Z; the Rev. Jesse Jackson; Maria Shriver; and sports stars George Gervin, Scottie Pippen, Alonzo Mourning, Terrell Owens, and Bill Russell, who was presented with a 75th birthday cake shortly before halftime. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
Chris BallardINSIDE THE NBA Feb 15, 2009
No doubt the boy didn't recognize George Gervin or Clyde Drexler, either, both on hand for an NBA Hall of Fame event. He may even have been flummoxed by the tall guy with the stubbly gray beard chatting with the press in one corner. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
2/12-15: NBA All-Star events Feb 12, 2009
Invited guests include NBA greats Mark West, George Gervin, Eddie Johnson and Charles Barkley. Cash bar, hors d'oeuvres and raffles are a part of the night's fun. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
