News archive: August 2014 (Page 7)
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Incidents
Seven people were charged Wednesday with trespassing at former Miami Heat player Ray Allen’s home while his wife and four young children were asleep upstairs.
NBA rumors
Greg Monroe and his agent, David Falk, never sought an offer sheet from another team but pursued sign-and-trade proposals with at least five other teams.
Statements
Houston Rockets guard James Harden said he is the best basketball player alive right now.
NBA market
The Utah Jazz announced Tuesday that the team has signed free-agent forward Jack Cooley. Per team policy, financial terms were not released.
Legal issues
The agent for free-agent NBA forward Dante Cunningham said his client plans to file a civil lawsuit against the woman who accused him of domestic assault.
NCAA news:
Michigan State guard Bryn Forbes will not have to sit out this season after transferring from Cleveland State.
NCAA news:
Former Vanderbilt standout Kedren Johnson committed to play for Memphis on Wednesday.
News
NBA referee Dick Bavetta is retiring after a 39-year career in which he never missed an assignment.
Statements
Kyrie Irving knows he’s been no leader, no influence for players, but just a one-and-done collegiate athlete given ownership of an underdeveloped program.
Statements
Carmelo Anthony on Monday asserted his belief the Knicks “absolutely” will be back in the playoffs after missing out last season.
NBA rumors
Free-agent guard Leandro Barbosa, who currently is working with the Brazil national team in advance of the World Cup, has drawn interest from the Heat.
Coaches
The Cavaliers have finalized their coaching staff and named Jim Boylan, Bret Brielmaier, Larry Drew, and James Posey as assistant coaches.
Legal issues
Hennepin County authorities have dropped a felony domestic assault charge against free-agent forward Dante Cunningham.
NBA market
The Memphis Grizzlies signed 2014 second round draft pick Jarnell Stokes to a multi-year contract, the team announced Monday.
NBA rumors
Greg Monroe signing a qualifying offer with the Pistons creates realistic hope that next summer, Boston will be on his short list of teams to consider.