Seattle stuns Bulldogs Nov 20, 2009
Before the game, the court at KeyArena, the former home of the Seattle SuperSonics and new home of Seattle, was dedicated in Baylor's honor. Baylor starred at Seattle in the late 1950s, helping it reach the 1958 NCAA championship game before falling to Kentucky. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
What Kobe, LeBron and Dwyane Owe Spencer Haywood Nov 20, 2009
They then traded his draft rights to the Seattle Supersonics. The NBA and several teams argued immediately that the pick was illegal, but the Sonics and their owner, Sam Schulman, launched an anti-trust suit against the league, arguing that the rules were a violation of the Sherman Act. (Slate)
Sneak preview: Men's basketball Nov 19, 2009
His dad, Gary, played for Seattle University and was drafted by the Seattle SuperSonics in 1972. FRESNO CITY TOURNAMENT. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Former Kings guard Bobby Jackson calls it a career Oct 25, 2009
"And it's very gratifying to see him retire as a King along with the fact that he's going to go forward and join the organization is really exciting for all of us. I'm really looking forward to working with him in a different type of environment. I know he'll bring the same attributes as he did on the court." The 6-foot-1, 185-pound University of Minnesota product was originally drafted by the Seattle SuperSonics with the 23rd overall pick in the 1997 NBA Draft before a draft night trade sent... (ABC 7 News, DC)
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)
Pepperdine University Set to Induct NBA Star Doug Christie Into Its 2009 Hall of Fame Class Oct 24, 2009
Selected in the first round (17th overall) of the 1992 NBA Draft by the Seattle SuperSonics. Had a 15-year career in the NBA.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Healthy Brand ready to lend hand to 76ers, stay on court Oct 21, 2009
Westphal, 58, last coached the Seattle SuperSonics (1999-01). He also coached the Phoenix Suns from 1993-96. (USA Today -- Sports)
Celtics Davis is back after hitting the free-agent market in the s... Oct 14, 2009
Davis, a second-round pick of the Seattle SuperSonics in 2007 who then joined the Celtics in the Ray Allen trade, didn t know if he d be returning to Boston. The days of no action between the Celtics and Davis turned into weeks, and he thought that might lead to an exit from his only NBA home. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Celtics Allen remains in tip-top shape at the age of 34 Oct 6, 2009
At the age of 34, Ray Allen has put on plenty of miles while playing for the Milwaukee Bucks, Seattle SuperSonics and now the Celtics after his days at the University of Connecticut. Still, as he approaches the final few seasons of his career, the veteran shooting guard remains one of the best-conditioned athletes in the league with one of the lowest body fat counts. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Desmond Mason signs deal with Kings Sep 18, 2009
Mason burst onto the scene as a rookie by winning the 2001 slam dunk contest while with the Seattle SuperSonics. He's also had two stints with the Milwaukee Bucks. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bowen retires after 12 seasons Sep 4, 2009
Bowen acknowledged Thursday only one play in which he purposely kicked another player: Ray Allen in a March 2006 game against the Seattle SuperSonics, a scuffle that earned him a $10,000 fine. "That play, I remember and I regret because of me intentionally doing that," Bowen said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Mason won't return to Thunder Aug 20, 2009
Mason burst onto the scene as a rookie by winning the 2001 slam dunk contest as a member of the Seattle SuperSonics. He's also had two separate stints with the Milwaukee Bucks and has averaged 12. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Seattle Sounders splash debut spills over Aug 1, 2009
Guertin said everything fell into place this season to create a perfect opportunity for the Sounders in Seattle, including the sports void created by the departure of the NBA Seattle SuperSonics. As a new team, the Sounders have been given latitude to try new things. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Wilkins traded to Timberwolves (4) Jul 29, 2009
Wilkins, who played the last five years with the Seattle SuperSonics and Oklahoma City Thunder, was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday ... After spending the last five years with the Seattle SuperSonics and Oklahoma City Thunder (the SuperSonics moved to Oklahoma City and changed their nickname last year), Wilkins is now a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Wake Forest's Johnson and Teague Taken in First Round of NBA Draft Jun 26, 2009
In 1984, Wake's Danny Young and Anthony Teachey were taken with back-to-back picks by the Seattle Supersonics and Dallas Mavericks in the second round. Wake Forest has also had two or more players drafted in 1971 (Gil McGregor, Charlie Davis), 1977 (Skip Brown, Jerry Schellenberg), 1978 (Rod Griffin, Leroy McDonald), 1982 (Guy Morgan, Jim Johnstone, Mike Helms) and 1985 (Kenny Green, Delaney Rudd). (Wakeforestsports.com)
Red Raiders have history with NBA Draft Jun 26, 2009
KENT WILLIAMS, ROUND 10, SEATTLE SUPERSONICS, 1980: Sharpshooter from the plains of Eastern New Mexico ... ANDRE EMMETT, ROUND 2, SEATTLE SUPERSONICS, 2004: Six-foot-five small forward who was a scoring machine. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Casspi 1st Israeli taken in 1st round of NBA draft Jun 26, 2009
In the 2006 draft, Israelis Lior Eliyahu and Yotam Halperin were chosen by the Houston Rockets and the Seattle SuperSonics, respectively. Neither has ever played a game in the NBA.. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
ACC Basketball and the 2009 NBA Draft Jun 25, 2009
NBA Team 1st Round TotalBoston Celtics 10 39Atlanta Hawks 11 31Sacramento Kings 9 27 Los Angeles Clippers 6 27Washington Wizards 9 26 New York Knicks 6 25 Chicago Bulls 7 23 Golden State Warriors 5 23 Phoenix Suns 7 23 Philadelphia 76ers 10 22 Los Angeles Lakers 7 20Detroit Pistons 4 18 Cleveland Cavaliers 5 16Portland Trail Blazers 4 16 Seattle Supersonics 2 15Denver Nuggets 6 13Milwaukee Bucks 1 11 New Jersey Nets 7 11 Indiana Pacers 5 10 San Antonio Spurs 2 10 Dallas Mavericks 3 9Houston... (Theacc.com)
Wake Forest and the NBA Draft Jun 25, 2009
That season Wake Forest's Danny Young and Anthony Teachey were taken with back-to-back picks by the Seattle Supersonics and Dallas Mavericks in the second round. Johnson and Teague have the potential to be the first-ever Wake Forest duo to be drafted in the first round of the same draft. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Bucks to trade Jefferson Jun 24, 2009
With shoppers buying less so far this year, the tax approved by voters as a way to lure the NBA's Seattle SuperSonics to town -- where they were renamed the Thunder -- has produced $4. 2 million below projections. (News & Observer -- Sports)
SteveAschburnerInside The NBA Thirty years later, memories of the Sonics' title are bittersweet. Jun 19, 2009
This was small ball in a marketing sense, which made the 1978-79 Seattle SuperSonics -- the last NBA champions before Showtime, the Celtics' resurgence, the ascension of commissioner David Stern, the arrival of and lights on at ESPN -- perfect for their time. "The NBA always has been a star-driven product, but that team's balance meant it wasn't one single name that carried us," said Wally Walker, a reserve Sonics forward then and later the team's president and general manager. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Wilkins a New Man Jun 3, 2009
He was an undrafted free agent who signed with the then Seattle Supersonics. The tried to sign him one year into his career, but the Sonics we too impressed to let him leave. (DawgPost.com)
Daughter now recovered, Magic's Lewis rises to occasion in playoffs Jun 3, 2009
Drafted out of high school by the Seattle SuperSonics in the second round in 1998, Lewis didn't receive much attention in the Pacific Northwest. "Not many people knew who I was," Lewis said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Sports Arena Shootout draws 42 teams to Butte (52) May 21, 2009
He was drafted in the second round of the 1996 NBA draft by the Seattle Supersonics. "The level of competition was amazing," said Mike Bauer, the tournament director. (Montana Standard, MT)
Sonics’ Wilkins excited about ‘Fun Day’ (32) May 17, 2009
Wilkins, who just finished his second season with the Seattle SuperSonics, started the Fun Day with the premise of giving back to the community. The Washington native said he was surprised by last year s event. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Dominique Wilkins gets the ‘ultimate’ call (32) May 17, 2009
Wilkins nephew, Damien Wilkins, a Washington native who is a member of the Seattle SuperSonics, recently signed a 15 million deal. I told Damien a while ago to count his blessings, Wilkins said. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Year of change gives Karl, Nuggets shot at title May 15, 2009
"That would be the icing on the cake," said Karl, whose Seattle SuperSonics team lost in the 1996 Finals to the Chicago Bulls. He is back in a conference final for the first time since steering the Milwaukee Bucks to the 2001 Eastern Conference finals. (USA Today -- Sports)
Westphal to interview for Kings job May 12, 2009
His resume includes a trip to the 1993 NBA finals during 3 seasons in charge of the Phoenix Suns, followed by stints with the Seattle SuperSonics and Pepperdine. The Kings also plan to interview former Washington Wizards coach Eddie Jordan before president of operations Geoff Petrie leaves for a scouting trip to Spain. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Our NBA postseason rooting interest May 4, 2009
But there were an awful lot of great first-round series before that, including the first upset of a No. 1 seed by a No. 8 seed when the Denver Nuggets knocked off the Seattle SuperSonics in 1994. And, of course, there was the Suns-Lakers first-round series in 1993. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Suns promote former president Welts to CEO May 1, 2009
Welts began his basketball career as a Seattle SuperSonics ballboy in 1969 and eventually became the club's public relations director. "During Rick's seven years with the Suns he has distinguished himself as one of professional sports' best operators,'' Sarver said in a statement. "Our creativity and success in areas such as marketing partnerships, technology, branding, customer service and this year's NBA All-Star events have all been a result of Rick's leadership. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
MIKE BROWN WINS NBA's 2008-09 COACH OF THE YEAR AWARD May 1, 2009
Bickerstaff was selected in 1987 when he was head coach of the Seattle SuperSonics. - Cleveland Cavaliers information courtesy Cleveland media relations office. (Usdtoreros.com)
Welts named President and CEO of Suns May 1, 2009
Welts started his career in the NBA as a ball boy for the Seattle SuperSonics in 1969. Welts has also spent time in the league office in New York City. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Hornets hope to even series with Denver in the Big Easy Apr 28, 2009
Denver, which has exited the playoffs in the first-round in five consecutive seasons, last won a postseason set in 1994, taking two straight overtime games from the Seattle SuperSonics to roar back from a 2-1 series deficit. These two teams split the four-game regular season series with each winning once on the opposition's home floor. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Oklahoma City's Penn Square Lessons Give Jobless Rate Detroit Would Envy Apr 16, 2009
The Oklahoma City Thunder pro basketball team, formerly the Seattle SuperSonics, draws crowds as large as the NBA champion Boston Celtics, filling the Bricktown entertainment district before and after games. Oil, Gas Prices. (Bloomberg)
Blazers thump Thunder at the Rose Garden Apr 14, 2009
One young girl wore a T-shirt that said "Missing my Seattle SuperSonics.". Have something to say about this story. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Outlaw has 21 in Blazers' victory over Thunder Apr 14, 2009
One young girl wore a T-shirt that said "Missing my Seattle SuperSonics.". The quote of the night belonged to Blazers' reserve forward Channing Frye: "We've got a lot of talent on this team so any time somebody goes down we've got some stuff in the fridge ready to put in the microwave and heat up really quick.". (Anchorage Daily News)
Cavs 2 wins from matching best home record Apr 10, 2009
Cleveland (38-1) feels invincible at home, keys on earning top overall seed. Tony Dejak / APCavs star LeBron James plays air guitar during a recent home win. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Desperate for blocks, Knicks sign big man Sene Apr 10, 2009
Sene was taken by the Seattle SuperSonics with the 10th pick in the 2006 draft and played in 46 NBA games before Oklahoma City waived him on Feb. 19. The 7-footer from Senegal has averaged 10. (ESPN -- Basketball News)
Ex-NBA star Marvin Webster found dead in hotel Apr 9, 2009
Marvin Webster, a fierce shot-blocking center who helped lead the Seattle SuperSonics to the 1978 NBA finals, was found dead in a hotel bathtub in Tulsa, Okla. He was 56. (Herald Sun)
Inside info: A nice job Apr 4, 2009
Allen won the league award in 2002-03 while playing for the Seattle SuperSonics. Asked if he ever talked trash to opponents, Allen said, "I talk trash to the people I know, guys I played with in college or went to UConn. It's easier that way.". (Boston Globe)
No mistaking Duke's mystique Mar 26, 2009
Henderson's father - "Big Gerald,'' as Villanova coach Jay Wright called him - played 13 seasons in the NBA, the first five years in Boston. With the Celtics he won the 1981 and '84 NBA championships, helping secure the latter - and his place in Boston lore - with a steal in the final seconds of a Game 2 victory.Henderson was traded to the Seattle SuperSonics after the season and he won another title with the Detroit Pistons in 1990 before retiring from the NBA the next year. (The banners... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Like father, like son: Blue Devils' Henderson hopes to follow dad's footsteps Mar 26, 2009
Henderson was traded to the Seattle SuperSonics after the season and he won another title with the Detroit Pistons in 1990 before retiring from the NBA the next year. (The banners commemorating his Celtics championships were removed for the weekend, per NCAA rule. (Missoulian, MT)
Lease agreement has Pacers in a pickle Mar 17, 2009
Just like after last season when the Seattle SuperSonics relocated and were renamed the Oklahoma City Thunder, another NBA team is in trouble, and it could force it to relocate. The Indiana Pacers are struggling on the court and off it. (Nola.com -- Sports)
West's top teams rising Mar 8, 2009
The Suns tried to get in position to draft Sefolosha in 2006 by offering the Seattle SuperSonics (who moved to Oklahoma City before this season) three first-round picks for its No. 10 pick, which they kept and used to draft Mouhamed Sene. On a recent radio game broadcast, Chicago General Manager John Paxson criticized coach Vinny Del Negro's penchant for sitting Derrick Rose in fourth-quarter stretches because he would rather have Kirk Hinrich in for defense. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Doug Christie launches Seattle sports management agency Mar 6, 2009
Christie was selected 17th overall in the 1992 NBA draft by the Seattle SuperSonics but never played for the team. He went on to play with the Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks, Toronto Raptors, Sacramento Kings, Orlando Magic, Dallas Mavericks, and Los Angeles Clippers. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
NBA Star Doug Christie Launches Christie Sports Management/Athlete Training Firm Mar 5, 2009
In 1991-1992 the 6'6" shooting guard was given the title of All-American and conference MVP from Pepperdine University. Christie was also a member of the All-WCC First Team, as he led Pepperdine University in scoring, assists, and steals. He was selected 17th overall in the 1992 NBA Draft by the Seattle Supersonics. Christie went on to play with NBA teams such as the Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks, Toronto Raptors, Sacramento Kings, Orlando Magic, Dallas Mavericks, and Los Angeles Clippers.... (PR Newswire)
LeBron, Cavaliers rally past Heat Mar 3, 2009
Westbrook, with 10 points and 10 assists, had the franchise's first triple-double since an offseason move from the Seattle SuperSonics. Dirk Nowitzki led Dallas with 28 points. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Barbosas 41 leads Suns past OKC Feb 21, 2009
The Thunder, formerly the Seattle SuperSonics, havent won in Phoenix since Feb. 11, 2005. Durant was flattened by ONeal on a drive to the basket early in the second quarter. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Roundup: Hornets deal Chandler to Thunder Feb 18, 2009
The former Seattle SuperSonics used first-round picks on Robert Swift, Mouhamed Sene and Johan Petro in recent years and have another 7-footer developing overseas in last years 20th overall pick, Serge Ibaka. We are excited to add a young, defensive-minded big man that we feel can help us now and in the future, Thunder general manager Sam Presti said in a statement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
CHANDLER DEALT: Former Hornets center traded to Thunder Feb 18, 2009
The former Seattle SuperSonics used first-round picks on , and in recent years and have another 7-footer developing overseas in last year's 20th overall pick. "It's never easy to find big guys, for sure," Thunder general manager Sam Presti said. (USA Today -- Sports)
• COLUMN: CSI's best ever? Pick 'em. But Sobers made the most of it Feb 17, 2009
2 points per game for the Indiana Pacers in 1977-78 He also played for the Chicago Bulls, Washington Bullets and Seattle SuperSonics. Now 56, Sobers lives in Henderson, Nev. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
The Ridiculous Adulation of NBA Commish David Stern Feb 16, 2009
There were more pressing issues to attend to, among them the purchase of the Seattle SuperSonics for $21 million, a sum that, while a pittance next to , did not bespeak a league headed for disaster. If you don't see that the roots of the modern game lie in O'Brien's tenure, then you aren't looking. (Slate)
Suns' exec had slam-dunk vision Feb 13, 2009
He hired Rick Welts of the Seattle SuperSonics to be director of promotions. "My ongoing livelihood at the NBA depended on finding companies that would actually invest in sponsorship," said Welts, now in his eighth season as the Phoenix Suns' president and chief operating officer. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Alums of Suns don't desert Phoenix Feb 13, 2009
Johnson, who also played for the Kansas City-Sacramento Kings, Seattle SuperSonics, then-Charlotte Hornets, Indiana Pacers and Houston Rockets, as well as in Greece, says he could have settled down in a number of cities. "But when I played here, I always felt like I had a connection with the community," Johnson says. (USA Today -- Sports)
Seattle fans make trip to see the Thunder Feb 12, 2009
(AP) Standing just a few steps from the Rose Garden floor Wednesday night, former Seattle SuperSonics employee Matt Heuer stood wearing a green No. 20 Gary Payton jersey, with his nephew Zach in one arm and a sign in the other. "Clay Bennett Ruined My Childhood.". (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
International dreams now reality in NBA Feb 12, 2009
In 1971, there was just one such player Thomas Meschery of the Seattle SuperSonics (Russia). Aside from causing the teams training tables to offer a more diverse menu, international players have succeeded in attaining the NBAs goal of making basketball a truly global game. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Krawczynski Column: Don’t say you weren’t warned Feb 12, 2009
the franchise had roots in one of the most vibrant cities in the United States, winning an NBA title as the Seattle SuperSonics in 1979 ... So if the Seattle SuperSonics can move to Oklahoma City, then rest assured the Vikings can head for the hills just as easily. (Winona Daily News, MN)
