Kovalchuk upbeat despite injury Oct 28, 2009
I read [Miami Heat President] Pat Riley s book, Anderson said. And he talks about thunderbolts, things you don t expect to happen. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tough economy putting squeeze on NBA rosters Oct 24, 2009
Miami already entered training camp $3 million into the dollar-for-dollar tax, and team president Pat Riley wants as much financial flexibility as possible heading into next summer's potential free-agent bonanza in the NBA.. The , meanwhile, are spending more on salaries this season than ever before and, with a $78 million roster, will be paying the luxury tax for the first time. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
$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. (The Palm Beach Post)
Kings of the court Oct 18, 2009
Coach Pat Riley had instructed Magic to call timeout if McHale made both free throws to tie the game. He had not given the same instructions in the event McHale missed. (Boston Globe)
Benedict puts away Lane on Senior Day, 20-13 Oct 11, 2009
On the very next play Benedict QB Pat Riley connected with WR Corey Gardhigh for a 75-yard touchdown pass, narrowing the Lane lead to 13-6. Benedict would continue to dominate the second quarter, evening the score with 4:10 to go. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Can Wade do more for Heat in 2009-10? Sep 25, 2009
Heat president Pat Riley suggested Wade hasn't even reached his ceiling yet. "For some reason, today, we talk about the players as though you're overusing them, too hard, for too many minutes. Well, that's not my opinion," Riley said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Report: Spoelstra gets extension Sep 23, 2009
The extension was a bit of a surprise since all the employees in Miami's basketball operations, including president Pat Riley, accepted voluntary pay cuts in order to eliminate projected layoffs. ABC 7 Talkback. (ABC 7 News, DC)
TEAM REPORT: Inside the Heat Sep 22, 2009
Even with Michael Beasley forced to shift from an outpatient program to an inpatient program in Houston due to another slip-up in the NBA's substance-abuse program, Heat President Pat Riley still expects increased productivity this season from the second-year forward. "He could be a major factor for our team," Riley said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Heat will retire Hardaway's No. 10 Sep 19, 2009
Heat president Pat Riley said Hardaway is part of the "taproot and foundation for what we hope to be a long tradition of success here in Miami.". Hardaway played 13 NBA seasons, nearly six of those with the Heat. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Celizic: Umps Fenway-biased? Scioscia plants the seed Sep 18, 2009
Phil Jackson and Pat Riley before him made an art form of accusing the ref of favoring the other team. Over the years, both have racked up impressive fine totals for their calculated comments. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wade at mediation over business lawsuits Sep 17, 2009
He also has sued one of his ex-partners for defamation over e-mails sent to Heat President Pat Riley. On his Twitter account Wednesday, Wade wrote: "A day of handling business.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
SteveAschburnerInside The NBA Free agency, the labor deal and Twitter will shape the season. Sep 16, 2009
That pay cut taken by Pat Riley, Erik Spoelstra and the Heat coaches in Miami is both a savings and a statement. Fortunately, unlike Congress these days, there is a plan to fix things: Everyone who makes his or her living from the NBA needs to dwell long and hard -- let's say, a locked room for one full week -- on their next-best employment alternative. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Siena's Hasbrouck hopeful for Heat Sep 16, 2009
Miami coach Pat Riley has a history of giving overlooked players a shot ... SCHENECTADY -- Pat Riley came home Monday to hang with some buds and honor an old teammate entering Schenectady's Athletic Hall of Fame. (Albany Times Union)
Yankees' Pettitte to skip next turn Sep 16, 2009
BASKETBALL Heat front office taking one for team President Pat Riley, coach Erik Spoelstra, assistant coaches, scouts, and other basketball operations employees have accepted pay cuts of up to a 20 percent to avert layoffs in the Heat s front office. Player salaries are not affected. (Boston Globe)
Heat tightening belts on basketball staff Sep 16, 2009
Trying to avoid layoffs again that caused the elimination of 20 jobs in May, Heat President Pat Riley asked all basketball operations personnel to voluntarily accept pay cuts ranging from 2 percent to 20 percent. The pay cuts include scouts and assistant coaches. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Riley, Spoelstra taking cuts in salary Sep 16, 2009
The cuts affect everyone in the department, including team president Pat Riley, head coach Erik Spoelstra, assistant coaches, scouts and others. The South Florida Sun-Sentinel first reported the salary reduction in its Tuesday editions. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Riley, Heat coach among workers taking pay cut Sep 16, 2009
Pat Riley, Erik Spoelstra among Miami Heat employees taking pay cut to prevent layoffs - ESPN ... The cuts affect everyone in the department, including team president Pat Riley, head coach Erik Spoelstra, assistant coaches, scouts and others. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Heat staff to take deep pay cuts to avoid layoffs Sep 16, 2009
Pat Riley, Heat staff accept pay cuts of up to 20 percent - NBA - SI.com ... Team president Pat Riley and coach Erik Spoelstra among those taking cuts ... The cuts affect everyone in the department, including team president Pat Riley, head coach Erik Spoelstra, assistant coaches, scouts and others. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Jordan soars into basketball Hall of Fame Sep 13, 2009
nKnicks coach Jeff Van Gundy Jordan called him Pat Riley s little guy who accused Jordan of conning players by acting friendly toward them, then attacking them in games. I just so happen to be a friendly guy. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Jordan thanks motivators Sep 12, 2009
Former Knick coaches Pat Riley and Jeff Van Gundy, who disapproved of their players fraternizing with Jordan. Former Bulls general manager Jerry Krause s assertion that organizations, not one player, win championships. (Boston Globe)
Chris MannixINSIDE THE NBA Sep 12, 2009
This season will also shine a spotlight on Pat Riley. If the Heat play a. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Lidge on shaky ground as Phils closer Sep 10, 2009
BASKETBALL Riley confident of Beasley recovery Heat president Pat Riley said he s very confident Michael Beasley, who entered a Houston rehabilitation facility last month, will be with the team when training camp begins later this month and have a strong season. Riley did not reveal specifics about the treatment the 2008 No. 2 overall pick is receiving, but indicated the 20-year-old is in daily contact with the Heat and is working out under the direction of team personnel. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Heat sticking with troubled Beasley, Riley says Sep 9, 2009
Speaking about Beasley for the first time since the 20-year-old entered a Houston rehabilitation facility last month, Heat president Pat Riley said Tuesday that hes confident. very confident Beasley will have a strong season for Miami and insisted he still strongly believes in the No. 2 overall pick from the 2008 draft. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Sorting fact from friction Sep 6, 2009
2008 - Adrian Dantley, Patrick Ewing, Hakeem Olajuwon, Pat Riley. 2009 - Michael Jordan, David Robinson, Jerry Sloan, John Stockton. (Boston Globe)
Defensive great Bowen retires after 12 seasons Sep 4, 2009
After going undrafted out of Fullerton in 1993, Bowen began his professional career in France as more of a scorer, before transforming himself into a defensive specialist to win over then- coach Pat Riley. He played sparingly for Miami, Boston and Philadelphia in his first four NBA seasons, before returning to the Heat in 2000-01 and breaking through to be voted by coaches to the league's all-defensive second team. (ESPN -- Basketball)
AP Source: Beasley checks into rehab facility Aug 26, 2009
He spent much of the year as a reserve, and both Heat coach Erik Spoelstra and team president Pat Riley talked often this summer about utilizing Beasley more this coming season at small forward and power forward. "Beas, we hope that we're going to see a lot of him at the 3 spot," Riley said in a conference call with the team's beat writers earlier this month. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Iverson takes his case to Twitter Aug 21, 2009
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World Series: Down to its final out, Colonie staged nine-run rally Aug 18, 2009
Famous natives: Pat Riley, NBA coach (Schenectady); Andy Rooney, TV personality (Albany); Chester Arthur, 23rd President of United States (Albany); Abe Simpson, cartoon character (Albany). Driving distance to Longview: 2,961 miles Have something to say about this story. (Longview Daily News, WA)
ScottHoward-CooperInside The NBA Kurt Rambis probably wanted the Lakers job, but he couldn't wait. Aug 12, 2009
Kurt Rambis surrenders Lakers dream for Timberwolves security - Scott Howard-Cooper - SI.com. Posted: Tuesday August 11, 2009 1:31PM; Updated: Tuesday August 11, 2009 1:31PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Wolves: Working with youth key to Rambis hire Aug 11, 2009
MINNEAPOLIS -- After years spent playing under Pat Riley and coaching under Phil Jackson, is finally getting a chance to run a team. Rambis has been hired as coach of the in hopes of transforming a struggling franchise into a contender. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Story » Aug 9, 2009
"Kurt, with his experience playing and coaching for a winning organization and working under people like Pat Riley, will bring a lot to our organization," Taylor told the Pioneer Press. "In meeting with him and talking to him, I know he's very excited about having an opportunity to help build his own team.". (ESPN -- Golf News)
ScottHoward-CooperInside The NBA School's back in session with offseason grades for all 30 clubs. Aug 7, 2009
But they have not been all about setting money aside for next summer -- Pat Riley, Dwyane Wade ade a hard push to lure Lamar Odom from the Lakers, only to fall short. No meaningful additions and no first-round pick mean no path for change in the new season. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
A.C. brought dynamic game to UH hoops Aug 2, 2009
"The average NBA career is about three years. When I first came in, working with (Miami's) Pat Riley, he told me to do the things I did from day one. That's what I've been sticking with. Two months before training camp starts, I start running and conditioning and lifting. I've been doing that for the whole 10 years, keeping Pat Riley's words in my head from my rookie year in Miami. It's carried me a long way.". Carter has refined his game along the way. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Odom gets goose bumps returning to Lakers Aug 1, 2009
He acknowledged that the Heat, particularly Wade and president Pat Riley, were aggressive. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
Odom believes Lakers can win multiple titles Aug 1, 2009
He acknowledged that the Heat, particularly Wade and president Pat Riley, "were aggressive.". "Their offer was gracious, but this is where I want to play basketball," Odom said. (ESPN -- Basketball News)
Odom's deal » Jul 31, 2009
" Sources with knowledge of the talks told ESPN.com that Odom and the Lakers on Thursday agreed to a four-year deal worth up to $33 million if the Lakers exercise their option on the fourth season. One source close to the process said that Odom will come away with a guaranteed $27 million from the new contract, matching the original value of the three-year, $27 million deal Lakers owner Jerry Buss pulled off the table earlier this month. Hollinger: Odom land in L.A. From New Orleans to Portland,... (ESPN -- Basketball News)
Wooden named best coach ever Jul 30, 2009
Wooden honored as sports greatest coach - College basketball- nbcsports. Wooden honored as sports greatest coach. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Smith Listed Among Two Best College Hoops Coaches Ever Jul 30, 2009
Smith Listed Among Two Best College Basketball Coaches In History - NORTH CAROLINA OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Smith Listed Among Two Best College Basketball Coaches In History Sporting News' all-star panel picks sports' 50 greatest coaches of all-time. (Tarheelblue.com)
UCLA's Wooden honored as best coach ever Jul 30, 2009
Former UCLA Bruins coach John Wooden named sports' greatest coach by Sporting News - ESPN. Updated: July 30, 2009, 12:34 AM ET. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Rex Walters Announces 2009 USF Basketball Coaching Clinic, September 25th & 26th at the Olympic Club. Jul 29, 2009
Coach Walters, who played for four Naismith Hall of Fame coaches during his collegiate and NBA career (Roy Williams, Daly, Larry Brown and Pat Riley), is excited to host (with the Olympic Club) an event attracting coaches with outstanding credentials. Roy Williams - North Carolina Head Coach Coach Roy Williams coached Walters for two seasons at Kansas. (Usfdons.com)
Rosenthal: Cardinal rule NFC again? Thats a tall order Jul 29, 2009
" Forgetting the previous season is difficult for any Super Bowl team, but it has been particularly difficult for the recent losers of the big game. Runners-up have exactly one playoff win combined since 1997 in the year following their Super Bowl appearance. The price of success Pat Riley has written about the disease of more in reference to the selfishness that often follows accomplishment. Riley said that, Success is often the first step toward disaster. Special featureTom Curran... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Heat's Wade pressed by multiple lawsuits Jul 29, 2009
Wade has also filed a $100 million libel lawsuit against von Houtman over e-mails his former partner sent to Heat president Pat Riley. Wade's brand, though, still seems to be strong: Earlier this month, he changed shoe companies, leaving Converse for Nike's Jumpman, the line made ultra-popular by Michael Jordan. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Heat's Wade continues Odom recruitment in LA Jul 28, 2009
Although it's unclear how much impact Wade's ongoing recruiting efforts will have on his former teammate -- or if Heat president Pat Riley, who's also in L.A. this week, will be meeting with Odom -- one source with knowledge of the talks told ESPN.com that a resolution to the monthlong Odom saga is likely "in the next few days.". Odom's options, as of Monday, were choosing between an offer from the Lakers that has been reduced from its high point two weeks ago or taking one of the multiple... (ESPN -- Basketball News)
Miami Heat allows Jamario Moon to leave for Cleveland Cavaliers Jul 26, 2009
"We want to stay true to our plan of not adding salary to our 2010 cap, and matching it would have reduced our flexibility," Heat president Pat Riley said. Miami has 13 players under contract, two fewer than the league maximum. (The Palm Beach Post)
Moon leaving Heat to join Cavalier00004000s Jul 25, 2009
"We declined to match because we want to stay true to our plan of not adding salary to our 2010 cap, and matching it would have reduced our flexibility," Heat president Pat Riley said in a statement. "Michael Beasley will be getting significant minutes at both forward positions, and this opens up more opportunities for him to become the player we all expect him to be.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jamario Moon Could Join the Clevela... Jul 24, 2009
In less than twelve hours the Cleveland Cavaliers could be adding more firepower to their roster if Miami Heat President of Basketball Operations, Pat Riley, does not match a contract offer tendered to restricted free agent Jamario Moon. Brian Windhorst of the Cleveland Plain Dealer revealed earlier today that the contract offer is for 3 years and valued at roughly $8. (Suite101.com)
Thabeet signs two-year contract with Memphis Jul 20, 2009
With 11 players already under contract for next season, and with Heat President Pat Riley stating the team may carry as few as 13 next season, it appears unlikely the Heat would match Cleveland's offer. The 11-player total does not include 2009 draft picks Patrick Beverley and Robert Dozier, or free agents Jamaal Magloire, Joel Anthony and Luther Head. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Cavaliers sign Moon to offer sheet Jul 20, 2009
The Heat already have a glut of wing players and team president Pat Riley has often said often over the past few weeks that salary cap and luxury tax restrictions could force Miami to keep as few as 13 players on the roster as opposed to the maximum 15. Moon has spent four seasons in the NBA, the first three with Toronto, averaging 7. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Heat, free-agent Odom talk return, sources say Jul 18, 2009
The South Florida Sun-Sentinel reported Friday that Heat president Pat Riley, addressing season-ticket holders in a two-day session that was closed to media, revealed that he is also monitoring 's status with the but had not yet made a trade approach for the Team USA power forward. As ESPN.com reported Tuesday night, Odom's unexpected availability combined with a trade for Boozer would flank Wade with two quality forwards and enable Miami to re-sign Boozer in the summer of 2010 without needing... (ESPN -- Basketball)
Heat taking a look at Siena standout Jul 16, 2009
Hasbrouck is among 18 players in a weeklong summer workout session with the Miami Heat, playing alongside Heat regulars Michael Beasley, Mario Chalmers and Daequan Cook, all while team president Pat Riley and coach Erik Spoelstra watch his every move. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Spurs rank among the best in pro sports Jul 15, 2009
The prestigious list includes Red Auerbach, Phil Jackson, John Kundla and Pat Riley. It also includes Popovich, who guided the Spurs to NBA titles in 1999, 2003, 2005 and 2007. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Wade gets contract extension offer from Miami Jul 13, 2009
Wade to meet coach Pat Riley and owner Micky Arison later this summer ... Wade said Heat president Pat Riley texted those sentiments very early Sunday, in what amounts to a largely ceremonial move. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
No Surprise: Wade Gets Extension Offer From Heat Jul 13, 2009
The reigning NBA scoring champion said he received a text from Heat president Pat Riley regarding a contract extension shortly after midnight Sunday, the first day the team could make such an offer. Wade said he will have more formal talks with the team later this summer. (CBS News)
U.S. is ousted in Davis Cup Jul 13, 2009
Wade said Heat president Pat Riley texted those sentiments very early Sunday, in what amounts to a largely ceremonial move. The Heat had to wait until 12:01 a.m. Sunday before it could formally offer an extension to the reigning NBA scoring champion. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Riley texts Wade, says Heat want him to stay Jul 13, 2009
Miami guard Dwyane Wade listens to head coach Pat Riley on the sidelines during a game in December of 2006 ... Wade said Heat president Pat Riley texted those sentiments very early Sunday, in what amounts to a largely ceremonial move. (USA Today -- Sports)
Cruz, Werth added to All-Star teams Jul 11, 2009
NBA Riley and Wade not seeing eye to eye Heat president Pat Riley says the team needs a long-term commitment from Dwyane Wade before it can start adding pieces around him. Wade, who can opt out of his deal after this season, says the team need to improve before he commits long-term. (Boston Globe)
Wade says there's no rift between him, Riley Jul 11, 2009
Dwyane Wade of Miami Heat says there's no rift between him, Pat Riley, clarifies position - ESPN ... team president Pat Riley says the team needs a long-term commitment from before it can start adding pieces around him ... "But me and Pat Riley are not against each other. We both want the same thing. We're just in two different positions.'' Last month, Riley said the team's offseason priority was to re-sign Wade to a long-term deal, then address other needs for a team that was knocked out of the... (ESPN -- Basketball News)
Wade makes plea for Iverson Jul 9, 2009
"The fact that Dwyane is there and (club president) Pat Riley has something to do with personnel, it seems like a great situation," Iverson told the Herald. "I just want a situation where I can win and be happy. Being that those two guys are there, man, it just seems it'll be a good deal.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Opinion: 2006 title may lead Wade out of Miami Jul 8, 2009
That was a thrilling postseason, one that saw Shaquille O'Neal, Dwyane Wade and Pat Riley collect well-deserved rings ... "It's a lot of teams that got better, real fast. One thing I've come to realize here in Miami is never count out Pat Riley. You never know what he can cook up in the lab. We're going to be patient. I'm not going to worry about it.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wade says he'll stay if Heat contend for title Jul 8, 2009
There's no acrimony between the 2006 NBA Finals MVP and Heat president Pat Riley either, and Wade said that the jump Miami made this past season -- from 15 wins and the league's worst record in 2007-08 to 43 wins and the No. 5 seed in the East in 2008-09 -- was thrilling. "I'm good with that," Wade said, "for one year.". (ESPN -- Golf News)
Morning Leadoff Jul 6, 2009
They are Phil Jackson (10), Red Auerbach (9), Johnny Kundla (5), Pat Riley (5), Gregg Popovich (4), Chuck Daly (2), Alex Hannum (2), Tom Heinsohn (2), Red Holzman (2), K.C. Jones (2), Bill Russell (2), and Rudy Tomjanovich (2). Playback. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Best, worst free-agent destinations Jul 1, 2009
There's no state income tax, South Beach, balmy weather all winter long, , first-class travel and facilities, the competitive backdrop of Pat Riley to keep ambitions on track. Oh, and did we mention South Beach. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Beverley eager to show Miami he belongs in NBA Jun 27, 2009
Pat Riley and the Miami Heat believe him ... Beverley calls himself "a Pat Riley type of player," and says he's eager to get to Miami and show that the troubles of his past won't affect his future. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Heat busy at end of draft, trading picks Jun 27, 2009
"We absolutely love the guy," Heat president Pat Riley said. "We loved his workouts. Probably the most enthusiastic player.". (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Mourning rejoins Heat, this time as executive Jun 27, 2009
He was the franchise cornerstone and an all-time favorite of both Miami president Pat Riley -- his former coach -- and Heat owner Micky Arison. Although the exact terms of the deal are not complete, they apparently decided that a player development spot fit best. (ESPN -- Basketball News)
