Vol great Red Robbins dies Nov 20, 2009
Robbins, who was tabbed in the sixth round of the 1966 NBA Draft by the , chose a career path in the newly created American Basketball Association and played for the Buccaneers (1967-1970), Stars (1970-1972), San Diego Conquistadors (1972-1973; 1973-1974), Colonels (1973; 1974-1975), and Squires (1975-1976). Nicknamed for his red hair as well as his fiery personality, Robbins quickly gained a reputation as one of the toughest players in the league, grabbing more than 6,000 rebounds in his... (InsideTennessee.com)
Union says NBA player salaries will fall this year Nov 20, 2009
Union says NBA player salaries will fall this season - ESPN. Updated: November 19, 2009, 9:59 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Penders gets five-year extension at Houston Nov 20, 2009
Coach will receive $350K per season - Men's College Basketball - ESPN. Updated: April 21, 2005, 11:58 PM ET. (ESPN -- College Basketball News)
What Kobe, LeBron and Dwyane Owe Spencer Haywood Nov 20, 2009
(This was modified four years ago, and now players must be 19 to be eligible for the NBA draft. . (Slate)
Ex-NBA player Jayson Williams takes plea deal Nov 20, 2009
Jayson Williams to take plea deal in shooting case - ESPN. Updated: November 20, 2009, 2:21 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
MSU And Toledo Meet In Legends Classic Nov 20, 2009
He coached seven All-Americans, 15 All-Big Ten honorees and 23 NBA Draft picks. Overall, he posted a 420-373 record in 24 seasons as a collegiate head coach. (Msuspartans.com)
Fan recalls Palace brawl, plus Artest apology Nov 20, 2009
Ron Artest apologizes to fan - ESPN. Updated: November 20, 2009, 2:33 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Bucks' Bogut sidelined 2-4 weeks with leg strain Nov 20, 2009
Milwaukee Bucks center Andrew Bogut sidelined 2-4 weeks with leg strain - ESPN. Updated: November 20, 2009, 3:04 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
A.I. clears waivers, is free agent Nov 20, 2009
Allen Iverson clears waivers, becomes free agent - ESPN. Updated: November 20, 2009, 2:33 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Filling out the bracket Nov 20, 2009
The Terps rejoiced when G Greivis Vasquez -- the first player to lead Maryland in points, rebounds and assists -- pulled out of the NBA draft. 24. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Cal's McGuire, a starter for 23 games, to transfer Nov 20, 2009
McGuire was fourth-leading scorer last season - Men's College Basketball - ESPN. Updated: April 19, 2005, 6:30 PM ET. (ESPN -- College Basketball News)
LeBron tweaks left wrist on dunk Nov 19, 2009
LeBron James injures left wrist on dunk against the Washington Wizards - ESPN. Updated: November 19, 2009, 2:22 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Catamounts Face Uphill Climb In Clash With Longhorns Nov 19, 2009
Texas standout Damion James flirted with the NBA draft prior to removing his name shortly before the deadline, and that was huge for the 'Horns. James, a three-year starter, averaged 15. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Wave feels affection for tournament action Nov 19, 2009
" Miami's Dwayne Collins, a 6-foot-8, 241-pound forward, put his name into last June's NBA draft before withdrawing it to return to school for a final season, Dickerson said. But the play of the guards has created much of Miami's opening success. "They've been very impressive offensively," Dickerson said. "They have six guys averaging over 45 percent from the 3-point line. They've outscored their opponents plus-40, and they're outrebounding their opponents by plus-23. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Grand jury brings new charge vs. Pitino accuser Nov 19, 2009
Grand jury brings new charge vs. Rick Pitino accuser - ESPN. Updated: November 18, 2009, 5:20 PM ET. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Thursday's UNC Links Nov 19, 2009
7 rebounds as a junior last season and had special moments in both Duke games, but he could never escape the fact that he was overshadowed by four teammates who were NBA draft choices. The New York Daily News. (InsideCarolina.com)
Attorney for Minnesota's White might seek plea Nov 19, 2009
Attorney hoping Minnesota Golden Gophers Royce White's case resolved soon - ESPN. Updated: November 17, 2009, 1:02 PM ET. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Lakers' Gasol to make season debut vs. Bulls Nov 19, 2009
Los Angeles Lakers big man Pau Gasol to make season debut vs. Chicago Bulls - ESPN. Updated: November 18, 2009, 11:29 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Purdue PG Jackson out indefinitely after surgery Nov 19, 2009
Purdue point guard Lewis Jackson out indefinitely after surgery to repair foot injury - ESPN. Updated: November 17, 2009, 5:01 PM ET. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Memphis won't reveal NCAA response to appeal Nov 19, 2009
Updated: November 18, 2009, 7:22 PM ET. Memphis denying records request. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
What we learned » Nov 19, 2009
What's even more impressive is how Coach Izzo develops his talent as he has produced 11 NBA draft picks in his 15 years a head Coach. That fact could make for big results in this class -- particularly with incoming big man (Dayton, Ohio/Jefferson Township). (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Mavs owner says Milwaukee still viable for NBA Nov 18, 2009
However, before answering questions, Cuban took a good-natured shot at the Bucks for trading the rights for Dirk Nowitzki to the Mavericks for Robert Tractor Traylor during the 1998 NBA draft. Nowitzki has gone on to be one of the league s top players over the past decade, while Traylor s career flamed out after a few seasons. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
No. 11 Bears Make Desert Dates With Sun Devils and No. 19 Wildcats Nov 18, 2009
Douglas Murrey played basketball for San Jose State and was selected in the ninth-round of the 1981 NBA Draft by the Golden State Warriors. It was Murrey's mother Barbara whose athletic influence shows through Tarah however; she played volleyball for San Jose State in 1978-79. (Calbears.com)
SethDavisHoop Thoughts Ohio State's Evan Turner added a new dimension to his game. Nov 18, 2009
Moreover, because this program scored such a low rating in the last Academic Progress Report (which was partially the result of having lost so many players early to the NBA draft), Matta only has 11 scholarships to give instead of the usual 13. Thus, he was unable to recruit a freshman to play the point. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Mizzou G Tiller leaves with apparent leg injury Nov 18, 2009
Missouri guard J.T. Tiller leaves season opener with apparent left leg injury - ESPN. Updated: November 17, 2009, 10:01 PM ET. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Gridiron King? James says he could star in NFL Nov 18, 2009
Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James says he could star in NFL - ESPN. Updated: November 17, 2009, 8:36 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Magic's Nelson to have surgery on knee Nov 18, 2009
Orlando Magic point guard Jameer Nelson to have surgery on left knee - ESPN. Updated: November 17, 2009, 5:59 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Sources: Agent for Ellis to meet with Warriors Nov 18, 2009
Sources say agent for unhappy Monta Ellis to meet with Golden State Warriors - ESPN. Updated: November 17, 2009, 3:56 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Knicks won't rule out Iverson as potential fit Nov 18, 2009
New York Knicks stop short of saying Allen Iverson's worth look - ESPN. Updated: November 17, 2009, 8:56 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Ranking The "Big Six" Nov 18, 2009
In fact in the 2009 NBA Draft four prospects from the Big East were drafted among the first 14 picks ... Combined they played five seasons in the Pac-10 but each was a lottery pick in the NBA draft. (InsideMizzou.com)
Big West to move postseason tourneys in 2011 Nov 18, 2009
Updated: November 17, 2009, 5:59 PM ET. Tourneys to move to Honda Center. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Shaq doubtful vs. Warriors with injured shoulder Nov 17, 2009
Shaquille O'Neal doubtful for Tuesday's game against Golden State Warriors - ESPN. Updated: November 16, 2009, 3:28 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Warriors president says Nelson's job is safe Nov 17, 2009
Golden State Warriors president Robert Rowell says Don Nelson's job is safe - ESPN. Updated: November 16, 2009, 5:39 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Sheridan: Grizz to waive Iverson » Nov 17, 2009
Allen Iverson, Memphis Grizzlies agree to terminate contract - ESPN. Updated: November 16, 2009, 9:02 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Warriors ship Jackson to Bobcats Nov 17, 2009
Golden State Warriors send Stephen Jackson to Charlotte Bobcats in two-for-two deal - ESPN. Updated: November 16, 2009, 11:51 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Georgias top basketball player signs with Memphis Nov 17, 2009
The Tigers were placed on three years probation after it was determined that someone else took a college entrance exam for guard Derrick Rose, who left after the 2007-08 season and was the first pick in the 2008 NBA draft. Memphis was also ordered to vacate the 38 victories and return $600,000 in NCAA tournament money. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Wall's buzzer-beater vs. Miami (Ohio) bails out No. 5 Kentucky Nov 17, 2009
By Mark Zerof, US Presswire. Kentucky guard John Wall drives the lane as Miami (Ohio) forward Nick Winbush, left, and guard Kramer Soderberg defend during the first half. (USA Today -- Sports)
Orange Slices Nov 17, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:22 PM EST. Ryan, The Citizen's sports editor, offers observations on the world of Syracuse University athletics in this space, and he loves to hear from SU fans. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Hurricanes Ink Two Standouts in Early Signing Period Nov 17, 2009
His father, Tico Brown, was a guard for Georgia Tech from 1977-79 and was a second-round pick by the Utah Jazz in the 1979 NBA Draft. Akpejiori, who is originally from Nigeria, has spent the last two years in the United States and is currently attending Sunrise Christian Academy in Wichita, Kansas. (Hurricanesports.com)
Jazz's Williams back, plans to play vs. Raptors Nov 17, 2009
Deron Williams returns to Utah Jazz, plans to play vs. Toronto Raptors - ESPN. Updated: November 16, 2009, 7:10 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Paul's ankle sprained; no date set for his return Nov 17, 2009
Chris Paul of New Orleans Hornets has ankle sprain, tests confirm - ESPN. Updated: November 16, 2009, 4:43 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Abdul-Jabbar surprised by reaction to leukemia Nov 16, 2009
Updated: November 15, 2009, 9:12 PM ET. Abdul-Jabbar appreciative of support. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Sixers F Speights is out with knee ligament tear Nov 16, 2009
Philadelphia Sixers F Marreese Speights is out with knee ligament tear - ESPN. Updated: November 15, 2009, 3:23 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Searching For Cinderella Nov 16, 2009
BYU's Trent Plaisted enters the NBA Draft. Every year, the NBA Draft includes surprising names from unusual schools among its 64 picks ... and maintains his sweet shooting touch from downtown, his NBA draft stock is bound to rise. (Rockathletics.com)
Sooners Host Mountaineers In Norman Nov 15, 2009
Oklahoma's success last season was in large part due to the play of 6-10 Blake Griffin, the No.1 pick in the NBA draft that dominated just about every game, averaging 22. 7 ppg and 14. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Sign Tinsley Nov 15, 2009
Memphis Grizzlies sign free agent point guard Jamaal Tinsley - ESPN. Updated: November 15, 2009, 1:00 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Gonzaga opens with a 92-74 victory over MVSU Nov 15, 2009
Gonzaga lost four starters from a year ago, including Austin Daye, a first-round NBA draft pick. Bouldin is one of the few returning players and is joined by 10 teammates who have never played college basketball. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Lowly Grizzlies, Timberwolves meet in Memphis Nov 15, 2009
Memphis' second overall selection in last June's NBA draft, UConn's Hasheem Thabeet, sat out with a fractured jaw while guard Allen Iverson continued his absence for personal reasons. "I think they played stronger than us, tougher than us," said Memphis center Marc Gasol. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Old friends on opposite benches Nov 14, 2009
" A painful play for Pitino and Pelphrey, now relived in High Def each March. Its not painful. Its one of the greatest games ever played, Pitino said. Youre disappointed that you lose, but all you do is just admire the players that played that game. Eighteen seasons later, both are back on the floor together, Pelphrey in his third season as coach of ; Pitino now in his ninth year at . While Pitino has resurrected yet another once great program his Cardinals played in the... (InsideTheVille.com)
The Stubborn, Impatient, Self-Centered, and Absolutely Essential Rajon Rondo Nov 14, 2009
As the 2009 NBA draft approached, talk intensified that the Celtics were trying to deal Rondo ... The first time that Rondo played a pickup game, there were 30 coaches in the gym, most of them looking at Josh Smith, a vastly talented forward who d already made it clear he was going to forgo college and move right into the NBA draft ... When Rondo decided to declare for the 2006 NBA draft, more than a few people at Kentucky were not sad to see him leave. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Decision Day for No. 1 Nov 13, 2009
Capel, who recently coached Blake Griffin, the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft, targeted Barnes as the guy that could leave an imprint on his basketball program. The last school Barnes visited UCLA is as appealing as anyone his list. (InsideCarolina.com)
Gamecock has serious versatility Nov 13, 2009
It is that diversity of athleticism that made Horn so pleased that Archie decided to return for his senior season after withdrawing his name from NBA Draft eligibility last June ... Aside from the experience of going through the NBA Draft workouts and knowing what to expect next year, Horn believes Archie brought back some renewed confidence that will buoy him his final season for the Gamecocks ... With Archie and Devan Downey -- the Gamecocks' leading scorer, who also withdrew himself from last... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Tech center Miller to redshirt this season Nov 13, 2009
With freshman standout Derrick Favors coming in and junior Gani Lawal electing not to go in the NBA draft, Miller likely would have had limited minutes in the post this season. Freshman forward Kammeon Holsey is also sitting out the season because of a knee injury he suffered in August. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tired of mediocrity, Florida begins anew Nov 13, 2009
Sophomore center Marreese Speights surprised Donovan by leaving for the NBA draft after the 2007-08 season; he was the 16th overall pick and was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers ... Left early for NBA draft after '08. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
ASU opens vs. W. Illinois tonight Nov 13, 2009
The two talked about the upcoming NBA draft and where their former players might go. And then Sendek got down to business. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Tough Player, Tough Coach Icon SMIDeron Williams has averaged more than 9 assists per game in four straight seasons while directing Utah's offense.It takes a tough point guard to play for a tough coach. In Deron Williams, Utah's Jerry Sloan has a guy who brings a grit that would have fit in any era, writes SI.com's Ian Thomsen. Nov 13, 2009
Jazz selected Williams out of Illinois with third overall pick of 2005 NBA draft. Deron Williams has improved his scoring average in each of his four full seasons. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Shelden Williams fitting in with Celtics Nov 13, 2009
Williams hopes you like him a whole lot more than the Atlanta Hawks did during his rookie season, when he became the fifth pick of the 2006 NBA draft. It wasn t a good situation that I came into, I guess, with the way things were run there, said Williams, the Celtics newcomer who ll face his old club Friday night at the Garden. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Warriors' Jackson: I'm portrayed as 'bad guy' Nov 13, 2009
Stephen Jackson of Golden State Warriors: People want me to be the bad guy - ESPN. Updated: November 13, 2009, 1:07 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Timberwolves center Jefferson to miss 2 games Nov 13, 2009
Minnesota Timberwolves center Al Jefferson to miss two games - ESPN. Updated: November 12, 2009, 3:35 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Hornets fire Scott, replace him with team GM Nov 13, 2009
New Orleans Hornets fire Byron Scott - ESPN. Updated: November 13, 2009, 12:50 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Booker Ends: Clemson brothers set for debut Nov 13, 2009
Booker s stock was on the rise and talk was he might leave early for the NBA draft. There was more he wanted to accomplish, though, and quickly chose to return for his senior season. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
School DazeThe NBA's one-and-done rule is not just dumb, it's un-American, explains Michael Rosenberg. Nov 13, 2009
Kentucky freshman John Wall is projected to be the top pick in the 2010 NBA draft ... Brandon Jennings, one of the top players in the high school class of 2008, ditched the University of Arizona to play in Europe for a year before entering the NBA draft ... Tyler actually skipped his senior year of high school to go play in Israel and prepare for the 2011 NBA draft. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Fate smiling on Saunders Nov 13, 2009
James, then Marquette's sophomore point guard and one of the top backcourt players in the Big East Conference, declared himself eligible for the NBA draft after that season -- but did not sign with an agent. "It looked like he was going [to the NBA]," Saunders said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Men's Basketball Opens Season at Home Saturday Nov 13, 2009
Over the summer, Collins was evaluated for his NBA draft potential, and continued to strengthen his game by working with former NBA coach John Lucas and participating in the LeBron James Skills Academy and the Amar'e Stoudemire Basketball Camp. Collins needs just 112 points to become the 30th Hurricane to score 1,000 career points - and the first since accomplished the feat in 2007-08. (Hurricanesports.com)
Georgia Tech men's basketball preview Nov 12, 2009
He joins junior Gani Lawal, who put off the NBA draft for a chance to return to school. Lawal is looking to improve on his 15. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
