Miami Heat’s Michael Beasley returns to contact drills
Miami Heat’s Michael Beasley returns to contact drills
Three days after fracturing his sternum, Miami Heat rookie forward Michael Beasley was cleared to practice without restriction during the second of two summer-camp sessions held today at AmericanAirlines Arena.
On the Mark: Hollywood Baron
Will he deliver a championship to L.A.? Probably not. But Baron Davis will make the Clippers worth watching, Mark Kriegel says.NBA/~4/327474467″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>
Reports: Arenas takes less money to stay with Wiz
Gilbert Arenas has agreed to re-sign with the Washington Wizards for $111 million over six years, essentially taking millions less so that his team could have more financial flexibility, two newspapers reported Thursday. Arenas told the Washington Times and Washington Post that he was offered a maximum deal in the neighborhood of $127 million on Tuesday, the first day of the free agency period.NBA/~4/326248277″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>
Which teams are poised for a big turnaround?
Remember how bad the Celtics were two years ago? Randy Hill looks at which teams might enjoy similar turnarounds.NBA/~4/325959426″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>
Money not always players’ sole motivation
Gilbert Arenas says he took less money to help the Wiz. Elton Brand may do the same in L.A. Mike Kahn explores a new NBA trend.NBA/~4/326819764″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>
Rose takes part in first Bulls’ practice (AP)
Derrick Rose had a lot of questions at his first practice with the Chicago Bulls on Thursday. “I asked a lot of them. I lost count,” the 19-year-old guard said following a two-hour practice at the Bulls‘ suburban training facility. “(But) I felt very comfortable out there. I can’t wait to get down to Orlando and start playing.” The 6-foot 3-inch Rose, selected first overall in the NBA draft, was…
Seattle hopes to lure NBA back (AP)
As the SuperSonics pack for the move to Oklahoma City, basketball fans and city officials were hopeful about the provisions of the team’s departure deal that could lead to a new NBA franchise in Seattle. But meeting those requirements will be no easy task. Basketball boosters will have to win over a balky state Legislature and local voters who have grown weary of building stadiums for pro sports…
Sixers, and Mayor Nutter, woo Josh Smith
LET’S SEE . . . There was a meeting yesterday involving Atlanta Hawks restricted free agent Josh Smith, his representatives and the 76ers.
Report: Duhon agrees to deal with Knicks (AP)
Chris Duhon verbally agreed to a deal with the New York Knicks on Friday, the point guard and his agent told The Sporting News. “I am just excited, I am ready to get to work for the Knicks,” said Duhon, the former Duke player who averaged 6.9 points and 4.5 assists in four seasons for Chicago. “It’s a big stage, playing in New York.
Seattle faces challenges to bring NBA back
As the SuperSonics pack for the move to Oklahoma City, basketball fans and city officials were hopeful about the provisions of the team’s departure deal that could lead to a new NBA franchise in Seattle.
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