Warriors' Jackson still seeking new home Nov 14, 2009
But he also loves New York, which is no closer to a playoff berth than it is to bringing Walt Frazier out of retirement, and even said he wouldn't mind returning to Indiana, where he seems to be equally loved and loathed. But what if he's traded to a losing team in an undesired location. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
NBA's new rule paves way for two steps Oct 24, 2009
Former New York Knicks great Walt Frazier, who grew up in Atlanta, insists that if the NBA had allowed two steps back in the 1960s, Wilt Chamberlain would have averaged 100 points a game. A pioneering NBA referee from that era agrees. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Leaguemakes it official it's OK to travel Oct 17, 2009
Hall of Famer and New York Knicks broadcaster Walt Frazier says the NBA loosened the rules regarding traveling awhile to increase scoring. "They go 20 feet to the hoop without dribbling one time," Frazier said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Men's Basketball to hold annual dinner and raffle at Stadium Grille on Friday Sep 23, 2009
Raffle items include memorabilia signed by pro athletes such as Larry Bird, Albert Pujols and Walt Frazier. Also available is a framed and autographed 2009 Team USA men's basketball collage and two sets of SIU Arena bleachers that have been autographed by the program's last four head coaches. (Siusalukis.com)
From stage to screen, ‘Passing Strange’ plays on Aug 26, 2009
Both were middle-class black kids growing up in urban settings, with similar cultural touchstones, from the Jackson 5 and Sanford and Son to sports stars like Walt Frazier and Wilt Chamberlain. Having a shorthand with the person you re collaborating with really helps, says Stew. (Boston Globe)
Total package: Clippers' Griffin has combo of speed, power Jul 16, 2009
"Thabeet didn't really impress me," said Hall of Famer Walt Frazier, who served as MSG's analyst for the New York Knicks' game Tuesday against the Grizzlies. "He wasn't very assertive.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Inbox: Explaining defensive miscues Jul 7, 2009
Some 39 years ago I had the good fortune to cover some 50 games played by the great Knicks teams of Willis Reed, Walt Frazier, Bill Bradley and Dave DeBusschere. I discussed the difference between baseball and basketball with DeBusschere, who had pitched for the White Sox until the likes of Harmon Killebrew made shadowing Elgin Baylor a more rewarding proposition for him. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
JeffPearlmanPearls Of Wisdom Wins or family? Jason Kidd faces a tough Mavs-Knicks quandary. Jul 4, 2009
Sure, the 15-year veteran plays hard, fights for rebounds, takes clutch shots, makes key decisions, runs a team with the confidence of Magic Johnson and the savvy of Walt Frazier. Sure, he's a lock Hall of Famer. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Story » Jul 2, 2009
The New York Times reported that the Knicks' presentation to Kidd included a personalized video and a team jersey with his name and number, as well as a preview of the Garden's proposed renovation and many references to Walt Frazier and Willis Reed. "I think that playing at Madison Square Garden in front of the New York crowd would be special for him," Walsh said. (ESPN -- Basketball News)
Former NBA star Randy Smith dies at 60 Jun 6, 2009
"We always had him play head to head with Walt Frazier and, in my judgment, Randy outplayed him almost every game. He could hold his own with anybody.''In Buffalo, an inner-city youth basketball program is named after Smith. He also excelled at soccer and track at Buffalo State and was inducted into the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame in 1992.After his retirement, Smith worked as a host and greeter for the Mohegan Sun Casino."He was one of a kind and we will always remember him,'' said Bruce... (MSNBC -- Sports)
NBA ironman Randy Smith dies Jun 6, 2009
"We always had him play head to head with Walt Frazier and, in my judgment, Randy outplayed him almost every game. He could hold his own with anybody.". Smith is still remembered in Buffalo, where an inner-city youth basketball program is named after him. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Jones: Top 5 NBA finals Jun 5, 2009
They got a great performance from point guard Walt Frazier, who hit 12-of-17 from the field, and 12-of-12 from the line to finish with 36 points and 19 assists. Also starring for the Knicks were Dave DeBusschere with 17 rebounds, and Dick Barnett with 21 points. (MSNBC -- Sports)
More of this story May 28, 2009
The Knicks' roster included Phil Jackson, Dave Stallworth, Dave DeBusschere, Willis Reed, Bill Bradley, Walt Frazier, Dick Barnett and Cazzie Russell. They beat the Los Angeles Lakers four games to three in the title series. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
OFF THE MARK: Hoops HOF class leaves us wanting more Apr 7, 2009
Rick Barry, Walt Frazier and Pete Maravich, inducted in 1987, might be the most electrifying trio. No three guys plied the basketball trade with more singular style than they did. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Cornley Finds His Place In Nit History Apr 4, 2009
Cornley might not ever be remembered in the same sentence as Walt Frazier, Willis Reed, Bill Bradley, Patrick Ewing or the other names who have had their numbers retired at Madison Square Garden. But Cornley added his name to the history of this storied building this week with an MVP performance in the NIT. ABC 7 Talkback. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Greats feted » Mar 24, 2009
" came to me one day," Walt Frazier said. "He goes, 'Did you have 36 points and 19 [assists] in a game once?' I mean, they don't even know the past, what the guys have done here, that in the '70s we were an elite team, won a couple of championships. And they're not cognizant of that.". (ESPN -- Basketball News)
Jenkins: Team Turmoil living up to its name Mar 23, 2009
Just to look at him, to examine his face, you know he's not a point guard or a decision-maker - just as you sense leadership qualities immediately in a Walt Frazier, Maurice Cheeks or Chris Paul. Forget what you might see at home, when the Warriors hang with the elite teams in high-scoring affairs. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Kings crush Knicks, end 0-for-28 start vs. East Mar 21, 2009
"It's hard. Right now we're fighting for playoff positioning and for us to play the way we are , it's very disheartening and disappointing.''Notes: Harrington hopes to play Saturday when the Knicks open a home-and-home series against the Magic. ... Sacramento reserve guard Bobby Jackson postponed the surgery he was scheduled to have Friday in California to repair a fractured left cheekbone. No date was set for it to be rescheduled. ... The Knicks will honor some of the greatest players in... (MSNBC -- Sports)
President Obama is going gray Mar 6, 2009
Former basketball star Walt Frazier said Wednesday that Obama should start dyeing his hair. Read business stories in. (India Times)
For young president, flecks of gray Mar 5, 2009
The onetime basketball star Walt Frazier said in a telephone interview on Wednesday that Obama should start dyeing his hair, as Frazier does (and as Ronald Reagan was widely assumed to do). Reprising a Just For Men television commercial that featured Frazier and the former New York Mets star Keith Hernandez doing commentary on a poor graying schlub who gets "Rejected!" when he approaches a woman at a bar, Frazier had these words for Obama: "No play for Gray.". (International Herald Tribune)
NBA All-Star Game: Shootout in the desert (Today) Feb 15, 2009
" The West hammered the East, 139-112, in 1995 in the most recent visit to Phoenix. The East took the first meeting 20 years earlier behind 30 points from MVP Walt Frazier. There were plenty of potential standouts in this one, with Bryant, James, O'Neal and Allen Iverson all in the hunt for a third MVP award. Bryant, though, didn't seem interested, with bigger things to look forward to in the games that count. Copyright Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published,... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
NBA tries to make game fun again in Phoenix Feb 15, 2009
The East took the first meeting 20 years earlier behind 30 points from MVP Walt Frazier. There were plenty of potential standouts in this one, with Bryant, James, ONeal and Allen Iverson all in the hunt for a third MVP award. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Shaq and Kobe together again for All-Star game Feb 13, 2009
" The West hammered the East 139-112 in 1995 in the most recent visit to Phoenix. The East took the first meeting 20 years earlier behind 30 points from MVP Walt Frazier. There are plenty of potential standouts in this one, with Bryant, James, O'Neal and all in the hunt for a third MVP award. Bryant, though, didn't seem interested, with bigger things to look forward to in the games that count. "It's going to be a fun little vacation for me," Bryant said. "I'm looking forward to having some time... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Colangelo notes All-Star evolution Feb 10, 2009
Walt Frazier scored 30 points and was named the MVP of the 1975 All-Star Game, with NBA leading scorer, Charlie Scott (two points), the only Suns participant as a reserve. It was the first season of fan voting for the All-Star Game. (AZCentral -- Sports)
