News archive: Tuesday, March 03, 2015
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Coaches
The Denver Nuggets have relieved Brian Shaw of his head coaching duties. Melvin Hunt has been named interim head coach for the remainder of the season.
NBA market
The New Orleans Pelicans announced today that the team has waived center Justin Hamilton, who was acquired on February 19.
Injuries
The Sacramento Kings announced today that guard Darren Collison underwent successful surgery to repair a core muscle injury.
Suspensions & fines
Grizzlies swingman Tony Allen has been suspended one game for violating team policy, coach Dave Joerger announced Tuesday evening.
Suspensions & fines
Suns center Alex Len has been fined $20,000, Heat center Hassan Whiteside has been fined $15,000 and Suns forward Markieff Morris has been fined $15,000.
Former players
The Sacramento Kings announced today Vlade Divac has been named Vice President of Basketball and Franchise Operations.
NBA market
The Mavericks have signed center Bernard James for the remainder of the season. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Injuries
Brooklyn Nets forward Mirza Teletovic told reporters Monday the clots are gone, he feels great and he hopes to return in six months.
NBA market
The Phoenix Suns have signed center Earl Barron to a second 10-day contract. Barron signed his first 10-day contract with the club on Feb. 21.
NBA market
The Detroit Pistons announced Tuesday that the club has signed forward Quincy Miller to a second 10-day contract.
Videos
Houston Rockets guard James Harden has been suspended one game without pay for kicking Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James in the groin.
NBA market
The Miami Heat announced Tuesday that they have signed forward Henry Walker to a second 10-day contract.
NBA market
The Memphis Grizzlies signed forward JaMychal Green to a multi-year contract, Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace announced Monday.
NCAA news:
Seven players were ejected in overtime of Texas' 61-59 win over No. 14 Baylor on Monday night after they left their respective benches to join a shoving match.
NCAA news:
Alabama forward Shannon Hale will miss the rest of the season with a foot injury. Crimson Tide coach Anthony Grant said that Hale will have surgery on Friday.