Mountain West Conference Men's Basketball Press Release Week No. 1 Nov 12, 2009
Jason Smith, Colorado State (Philadelphia 76ers) J.R. Giddens, New Mexico (Boston Celtics) Danny Granger, New Mexico (Indiana Pacers) Kenny Thomas, New Mexico (Sacramento Kings) Kurt Thomas, TCU (Milwaukee Bucks) Louis Amundson, UNLV (Phoenix Suns) Joel Anthony, UNLV (Miami Heat) Marcus Banks, UNLV (Toronto Raptors) Shawn Marion, UNLV (Dallas Mavericks) Andrew Bogut, Utah (Milwaukee Bucks) Andre Miller, Utah (Portland Trailblazers) Theo Ratliff, Wyoming (San Antonio Spurs). WORKING OVERTIME... (Themwc.com)
Michael taps Dwyane Nov 12, 2009
Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade (3) has the ball blocked by Washington Wizards' Brendan Haywood (33) during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game in Miami, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 ... Hand-picked for the role by Michael Jordan himself, the Miami Heat guard called it "a huge honor.". (The Palm Beach Post)
Cavs make Magic disappear Nov 12, 2009
He won three titles with the Lakers and another with the Miami Heat. Orlando was left in ruin. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jordan taps Wade to wear 25th anniversary shoe Nov 12, 2009
Hand-picked for the role by Michael Jordan himself, the Miami Heat guard called it "a huge honor.". "I was in awe, because I know what it means to not only be a part of Jordan Brand but really represent Michael on the court in the shoe he would wear," Wade told The Associated Press. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Heat owner: Wade expected to stay with Miami Nov 11, 2009
Miami Heat owner Micky Arison: Dwyane Wade expected to stay with Miami - ESPN. Updated: November 10, 2009, 11:23 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Shaquille O'Neal, Wife Splitting Up Nov 11, 2009
Shaquille O'Neal is a 15-time All-Star center with four NBA titles with the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat. He was traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Cleveland Cavaliers in June. (ABC 7 News, DC)
GAME REPORT: Heat 90, Wizards 76 Nov 11, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009 Washington Wizards - Miami Heat Box Scores, Game Results ry - USATODAY.com ... Miami, FL (Sports Network) - Dwyane Wade posted 40-plus points for the second time in a week against Washington, scoring 41 to help the Miami Heat take a 90-76 decision from the Wizards. (USA Today -- Sports)
Wade scores 41 as Heat tops Wizards Nov 11, 2009
Wade scored 41 points, 29 in the second half outscoring Washington by two points over the final 24 minutes and the Miami Heat remained in first place in the Southeast Division by holding off the Wizards 90-76 on Tuesday night. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Celebs top 100 book sale Nov 8, 2009
The list of those who signed their favorite childhood books and shipped then to Stuart for a charity auction reads like a pop culture Top 100: Poet Maya Angelou; The Apprentice s Donald Trump; golfer Tiger Woods; former First Lady Barbara Bush; her son, former Gov. Jeb Bush; chimp lover Jane Goodall; former Miami Heat star Shaquille O Neal; Pres. Barack Obama; Nike s Phil Knight; Hollywood stars Sean Connery, Steve Martin and Robert Wagner; TV news readers Katie Couric and Brian Williams; Palm... (The Palm Beach Post)
GAME REPORT: Heat 96, Nuggets 88 Nov 7, 2009
Friday, November 6, 2009 Denver Nuggets - Miami Heat Box Scores, Game Results ry - USATODAY.com. Search. (USA Today -- Sports)
Four from DePaul Picked in NBA D-League Draft Nov 7, 2009
CHICAGO - In addition to Wilson Chandler, Steven Hunter, Quentin Richardson and Bobby Simmons playing in the NBA for the New York Knicks, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat and New Jersey Nets, four former DePaul basketball players were selected in the 2009 NBA D-League Draft on Thursday night. was the second pick of the second round to the Idaho Stampede while , Quemont Greer and were also selected by D-League franchises. (The Insiders -- Michigan Prep)
Nuggetslose first, too Nov 7, 2009
MIAMI - By the time Dwyane Wade got rolling, the Miami Heat were already in control. Thats just fine with the reigning NBA scoring champion. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wades 40 leads Heat Nov 5, 2009
The Miami Heat star played every minute of the second half on his way to a 40-point game, including a jumper with 25 seconds left that gave Miami the lead for good on the way to a 93-89 win against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. A day after playing nearly 38 minutes and scoring 23 in a fast-paced game against Phoenix, Wade didn't even think about taking a rest. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Work Now, Play Later Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty ImagesA healthy Jermaine O'Neal and an improved Michael Beasley have helped Dwyane Wade push Miami to a 4-1 start.After his plea for help over the summer went unanswered, Dwyane Wade hopes another MVP-level effort will position the Heat for a future title run, writes Ian Thomsen. Nov 5, 2009
" Wade was facing down a career-long losing streak as he sat in the front row of the Conseco Fieldhouse after the morning shootaround. His Miami Heat had lost 14 consecutive games in this building, dating to 2001. But Wade responded that night with 32 points to go with four assists and three steals in 35 minutes for a 96-83 victory in which the Pacers never led. He held off Indiana with 11 fourth-quarter points by driving his way to the foul line and commanding the tempo like a shorter version... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Suns stay unbeaten, run past Heat 104-96 Nov 5, 2009
Steve Nash scored 25 of his 30 points in the second half, added eight assists and the Suns used a dominant fourth quarter to beat the Miami Heat 104-96 in a matchup of NBA unbeatens Tuesday night. "We've been working on it a little bit, but we haven't really used it much or had much success," Nash said of the zone, which Phoenix displayed in the second half for the first time this season. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Suns stave off Heat, stay perfect Nov 4, 2009
Steve Nash scored 25 of his 30 points in the second half, added eight assists and the Suns used a dominant fourth quarter to beat the Miami Heat 104-96 in a matchup of NBA unbeatens Tuesday night. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Not starting isn't hurting Haslem's numbers Nov 4, 2009
A Miami Heat co-captain, Haslem wasn't thrilled by losing his spot in the team's starting lineup, a decision coach Erik Spoelstra made so Michael Beasley could join the first-string at power forward. But it's clearly working for Miami. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Suns defense key in road win Nov 4, 2009
And they celebrated the 104-96 victory over the previously unbeaten Miami Heat in a way they never could last season. Point guard Steve Nash had a 25-point, six-assist second half to rally the Suns, but the party in the postgame locker room was in honor of a new team member - the Suns' zone defense. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Alan Ogg dead at 42 Nov 3, 2009
Alan Ogg had a special place with Miami Heat in the early 1990s ... Alan Ogg had a special place with Miami Heat in the early 1990s. (The Palm Beach Post)
Former Miami Heat center Alan Ogg dead at 42 Nov 3, 2009
MIAMI A moment of silence was observed before the tipoff of Sunday's Miami Heat- Chicago Bulls game against AmericanAirlines Arena in honor of former Heat center Alan Ogg. More in Sports. (The Palm Beach Post)
Former UAB Men's Basketball Player Alan Ogg Passes Away Nov 2, 2009
Ogg spent three seasons in the NBA, primarily with the Miami Heat ... After finishing his career at UAB, Ogg saw action for three seasons in the NBA, playing two seasons for the Miami Heat and later with Milwaukee and Washington. (Uabsports.com)
Obituaries in the news Nov 2, 2009
Ogg played 80 NBA games over three seasons beginning in 1990 with the Miami Heat. The team had a moment of silence Sunday night before playing Chicago. (WCAX.com, VT)
Wade gets 10,000th point, Heat beat Bulls 95-87 Nov 2, 2009
MIAMI (AP) -- Dwyane Wade scored 25 points to push his career total to 10,005, reserve Udonis Haslem had 19 points and 11 rebounds, and the Miami Heat stayed unbeaten by downing the Chicago Bulls 95-87 on Sunday night. Carlos Arroyo scored 12 points, Mario Chalmers added 11 and Michael Beasley overcame a 3-of-12 shooting night to finish with 10 points and 11 rebounds for Miami (3-0), which took the lead for good on a jumper by Wade with 3:01 remaining. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Wade gets 10,000th career point Nov 2, 2009
Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade (3) goes to the basket as Chicago Bulls' Tyrus Thomas (24) defends in the second quarter of an NBA basketball game in Miami Sunday ... Published: Monday, November 2, 2009 2:15 AM EST MIAMI (AP) Dwyane Wade topped 10,000 points for his career in the Miami Heat s game against the Chicago Bulls. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
GAME REPORT: Heat 95, Bulls 87 Nov 2, 2009
Sunday, November 1, 2009 Chicago Bulls - Miami Heat Box Scores, Game Results ry - USATODAY.com ... Miami, FL (Sports Network) - Dwyane Wade connected on 8-of-10 free throws on his way to 25 points, as the Miami Heat edged the Chicago Bulls, 95-87, at American Airlines Arena. (USA Today -- Sports)
O'Neal gets Heat season off to quick start Nov 1, 2009
He got the ball on the first possession of the Miami Heat season. Hard dribble. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Hardaway's No. 10 retired by Heat Oct 30, 2009
MIAMI (AP) -- Saying he was "overwhelmed," Tim Hardaway beamed Wednesday night as he watched his No. 10 jersey raised to the rafters by the Miami Heat, never to be worn again. With about 50 family and friends looking on, including the other two parts of the famed "Run TMC" trio -- Mitch Richmond and Chris Mullin -- that he first captured NBA acclaim with, Hardaway's oversized jersey was hoisted skyward before Miami opened its season against the New York Knicks. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Howard, Magic hammer Sixers in season-opener Oct 29, 2009
(Sports Network) - Dwyane Wade had 26 points, five rebounds and five assists, and the Miami Heat used a strong third quarter to rout the New York Knicks, 115-93, in the season opener for both clubs. Wade went 10-of-22 from the field for the Heat, who outscored New York, 34-15, in the third quarter to take a commanding lead. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Wade scores 26 as Heattorch Knicks Oct 29, 2009
Wade began defense of his NBA scoring title with 26 points, Jermaine O'Neal finished with 22 points and 12 rebounds, and the Miami Heat opened with a 115-93 win over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night. New starting power forward Michael Beasley scored 21 for Miami, which made 26 of 31 shots in a staggering 20-minute stretch spanning the second and third quarters, turning a close game into a blowout. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jump Ball: Lakers in the West; Magic in the East Oct 28, 2009
Meanwhile, several tiers down in the rest of the Eastern Conference, the Atlanta Hawks should hold off the Miami Heat, Washington Wizards and Chicago Bulls for the team with the longest, though least relevant, winning season. All other teams will either pretend that they are planning for the addition of a big name free agent in the summer of 2010 (as if superstars are just chomping at the bit to join 27-55 teams when they could be chasing a title), or they will try to sell their fan bases on the... (Slate)
Beasley eager for season to start Oct 28, 2009
MIAMI (AP) -- Michael Beasley will be on the court for the Miami Heat for the opening tip-off Wednesday night, apparently poised to become a starting forward. Not long ago, that seemed far from being a sure thing. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Even players not sure free agency risk worth it Oct 27, 2009
Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) goes up for a shot against Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph during the first quarter of a preseason NBA basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009, in Miami ... Trying to win through free agency is risky in the NBA, yet the Knicks, New Jersey Nets and Miami Heat clearly seem to be leaning in that direction. (Longview Daily News, WA)
NBA players on free agency: Buyer beware Oct 27, 2009
Trying to win through free agency is risky in the NBA, yet the Knicks, New Jersey Nets and Miami Heat clearly seem to be leaning in that direction. They appear to have no Plan B.. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Eastern conference Oct 26, 2009
Miami Heat: There are obviously issues, including Michael Beasley's summer misadventures. Now the Heat has decided Beasley is a small forward. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NBA Southeast Division Preview Oct 26, 2009
The Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Bobcats, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic, and Washington Wizards will all do battle this year in what promises to be a very competitive division ... Miami Heat Season Preview. (Suite101.com)
Wade looking for help from teammates Oct 25, 2009
Dwyane Wade took an assertive and unusually public stance this offseason, openly imploring the Miami Heat to improve the roster ... Dwyane Wade of the Miami Heat led the NBA in scoring last season, but plans to have more help this season. (Florida Today)
THE RING'S THE THING FOR SHAQ Oct 25, 2009
O'Neal has won four NBA championships, the last coming with the Miami Heat in 2006. O'Neal won three consecutive championships from 2000-02 with the Los Angeles Lakers playing alongside Kobe Bryant. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Heats Beasley in new photo flap Oct 25, 2009
Phelan M. Ebenhack / APMiami Heat officials say forward Michael Beasley did nothing wrong on a recent boating trip ... Seven pictures of the Miami Heat forward asleep on a boat have been posted on celebrity Web site TMZ.com, including one with several beer bottles and cans on a nearby table. (MSNBC -- Sports)
BRINGING IN REINFORCEMENTS Oct 25, 2009
That same night, Bower obtained Marcus Thornton of LSU in a trade with the Miami Heat, which selected Thornton in the second round. The rookies are expected to contribute this season and have made the Hornets more athletic in the backcourt. (Nola.com -- Sports)
TMZ: Beasley found sleeping near bottles Oct 25, 2009
Miami Heat executive Tim Donovan has defended Beasley saying it was all part of a "fishing trip arranged by the team. Michael was not drinking at all, except for water and purple Gatorade." The ship's captain has also said he did not drink. At a minimum, this is a small distraction for Beasley. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rockets waive veteran G Barry Oct 24, 2009
A two-time champion with the San Antonio Spurs in 2004-05 and 2006-07, Barry has also logged stints with the Los Angeles Clippers, Miami Heat, Chicago Bulls and Seattle SuperSonics. ABC 7 Talkback. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Carter shooting for a Magic homecoming Oct 24, 2009
After his first preseason home game in a Magic uniform, a 90-86 win over the Miami Heat, Carter got his first taste of what life will be like with Orlando. His mother was in the stands, making the short drive down Interstate 4 from her home in the Daytona Beach suburb of Port Orange. (MSNBC -- Sports)
East preview Oct 23, 2009
Biggest loss: G Quentin Richardson (Miami Heat). Question: Can the make a playoff push in D'Antoni's second season. (USA Today -- Sports)
Fight To The Finish John Biever/SIPaul Pierce and the Celtics added a key piece to their roster in the offseason, as did Kobe Bryant and the Lakers.The NBA regular season gets underway next week, and the usual suspects are favored to win it all. Ian Thomsen takes his best shot at predicting who will still be standing in June. Oct 22, 2009
Defense shouldlead Celtics over Lakers for NBA title - Ian Thomsen - SI.com. Posted: Wednesday October 21, 2009 1:46PM; Updated: Wednesday October 21, 2009 1:46PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Wade scores 35, Heat get past Grizzlies 99-93 Oct 22, 2009
MIAMI (AP) -- Dwyane Wade scored 35 points in 29 minutes and the Miami Heat overcame an early 18-point deficit in beating the Memphis Grizzlies 99-93 in a preseason game Wednesday night. Udonis Haslem scored 17 for Miami (2-4), which erased a 43-25 deficit by scoring 35 of the next 52 points. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Bobcats lineup still up in air Oct 22, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Thu, Oct 22, 2009 02:19 AMModified Thu, Oct 22, 2009 02:24 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Turning the page Oct 22, 2009
In the case of the Miami Heat, one of the keys will be Michael Beasley. Is he serious about the game now. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Heat pick up options on Beasley and Cook Oct 21, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Miami Heat picked up the third-year option on forward Michael Beasley and fourth-year option on guard Daequan Cook on Tuesday. The second overall pick of the 2008 draft, Beasley appeared in 81 games last year with 19 starts. (ABC 7 News, DC)
$1,000 lemonade Oct 20, 2009
Miami Heat President Pat Riley, team superstar Dwyane Wade and retired Heatster Alonzo Mourning at the Miami Children's Hospital Gala (Michele Sandberg/Special to Page2Live) ... It included Miami Heat honcho Pat Riley and retired Miami Heat tall-head Alonzo Mourning, who flashed a photo his month-old son Alijah to anyone who d offer congratulations ... Miami Heat stars, $1000-lemonade at Miami Children's Hospital gala. (The Palm Beach Post)
New commit 'blowing up' Oct 20, 2009
Molock started 24 games as a freshman for Coffman - the first freshman to start there since Quinn, now of the Miami Heat - helping the Shamrocks to a 20-4 record and a conference championship. Playing alongside several other Division I prospects, Molock averaged eight points and about four rebounds and three assists, Collins said. (Purdue Sports -- Rivals.com)
Stojakovic gets in gear as Hornets beat Pacers Oct 18, 2009
In Thursday's loss to the Miami Heat, he missed all seven attempts and was scoreless. Inspired to give a better performance against the Indiana Pacers, Stojakovic finished with 16 points on 6-of-9 shooting to lead the Hornets to a 108-96 preseason victory in front of 13,018 at the New Orleans Arena that ended a two-game losing streak. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Wildcat recruits watch Beasley Oct 17, 2009
KANSAS CITY, Mo - The past, present and possible future of the Kansas State's basketball program were all represented at the Sprint Center on Thursday night as Wildcat assistant coaches, current players and at least one future Wildcat were on hand to watch former K-State superstar Michael Beasley help lead the Miami Heat against the New Orleans Hornets. Class of 2011 prospect Nino Williams, who committed to head coach Frank Martin just weeks ago, pulled ball boy duty for the preseason contest... (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
New Orleans' defense lacks fire in loss to Heat Oct 16, 2009
KANSAS CITY, MO. -- On the floor for the first time as a starter, Hornets rookie guard Marcus Thornton made his first mistake in the opening three minutes of Thursday night's preseason game against the Miami Heat. For a second, Thornton lost where Dwyane Wade was and was too late to contest Wade's 3-point attempt. (Nola.com -- Sports)
New Hornets busy adjusting to team's system Oct 15, 2009
But with only three preseason games remaining after tonight's contest against the Miami Heat at the Sprint Center, Scott said their focus at practice continues to be repetition of offensive and defensive sets. "We've just got to get after it, and play hard for 48 minutes, and get off to a good start," shooting guard Morris Peterson said. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Groovin' grannies take the heat at NBA games Oct 13, 2009
They're not the dancers in skimpy outfits, but the "Golden Oldies" who are just as popular at Miami Heat basketball games. Most are quick to call them the hippest senior citizens in South Florida. (WSJA.com, AL)
Arroyo returns to NBA, signs contract with Heat Oct 13, 2009
Carlos Arroyo returns to NBA, signs contract with Miami Heat - ESPN. Updated: October 12, 2009, 8:03 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Diogu back on sideline after first scrimmage Oct 13, 2009
The earliest it appears Diogu would play is Thursday night against the Miami Heat in Kansas City, Mo. or Saturday against the Indiana Pacers at the New Orleans Arena. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Heat signs free agent guard Arroyo Oct 13, 2009
The Miami Heat have announced signing free agent guard Carlos Arroyo ... The Miami Heat signed Arroyo to a one-year contract Monday, which would be worth about $1. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Heat sign G Arroyo Oct 13, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Miami Heat on Monday signed free agent guard Carlos Arroyo. Per club policy, terms of the deal were not released. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Chelios, 47, to begin comeback in AHL Oct 13, 2009
Basketball Arroyo returns to NBA, signs with Heat The Miami Heat signed free agent point guard Carlos Arroyo, bringing the native of Puerto Rico back to the NBA after a season playing for Maccabi Tel Aviv in Israel. The one-year contract would be worth about $1. (Boston Globe)
Recap: Miami vs. San Antonio Oct 12, 2009
Rookie DeJuan Blair scored 28 points and hit a layup with 1:01 remaining in the final quarter, boosting the San Antonio Spurs to a 95-93 preseason win over the Miami Heat ... Rookie DeJuan Blair scored 28 points and hit a layup with 1:01 remaining in the final quarter, boosting the San Antonio Spurs to a 95-93 preseason win over the Miami Heat ... Rookie DeJuan Blair scored 28 points on 11 of 13 shooting, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Miami Heat 95-93 in a preseason game Sunday night. (News & Observer -- Sports)
* NBA: Knicks mix team goals with expiring contracts Oct 11, 2009
The Miami Heat have seven. The extreme makeover award could go to the Nets, who have only two players with fully guaranteed contracts in 2010-2011. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Faith OK's Tim's Man Scent Oct 11, 2009
According to NY Daily News, several sports stars such as the Miami Heat players and Texas Tech s Red Raiders have been banned from the micro blogging phenomenon. NY Jets receiver David Clowney was even sidelined after tweeting about how upset he was over time given on the field. (Fox News)
Heat likely without Wade, O'Neal against Spurs Oct 11, 2009
Miami Heat likely without Dwyane Wade, Jermaine O'Neal against Spurs - ESPN. Updated: October 10, 2009, 3:15 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Preseason Countdown: No. 27 Kansas State Oct 10, 2009
No one is predicting that Judge will be as good as Beasley, who now plays for the Miami Heat. Still, he's a McDonald's All-American who fills a glaring need for the Wildcats down low. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
