News archive: April 2016 (Page 5)
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NBA market
The Miami Heat have signed forward Dorell Wright. Wright spent last season in Beijing, China with the North Control appearing in 37 games averaging 24.3 points.
Stats
Russell Westbrook tallied his 18th triple-double of the season against the Lakers. Westbrook's triple-double was the second-fastest in NBA history.
Injuries
Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday underwent successful surgery to repair an orbital wall fracture on his right eye. The timetable for his return is 6-8 weeks.
NBA market
The Boston Celtics have signed guard John Holland. Holland has appeared in 37 regular season contests for the NBA Development League Canton Charge this year.
NBA market
The Memphis Grizzlies have signed guard Bryce Cotton for the remainder of the 2015-16 regular season pursuant to the NBA’s hardship roster rules.
NBA awards
Paul Millsap and Karl-Anthony Towns were named NBA Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week for games played April 4 through April 10.
Records
Stephen Curry had 37 points and the Warriors beat the San Antonio Spurs 92-86 for their 72nd victory, tying Michael Jordan's Bulls for the season record.
Execs and owners
Philadelphia 76ers have named Bryan Colangelo as President of Basketball Operations. Colangelo most recently served as Toronto Raptors' GM from 2006 to 2013.
NBA market
The Miami Heat have signed guard Briante Weber. Earlier this season, he signed a 10-day contract with Memphis on March 11 and appeared in six games.
News
20 million fans, 1,157 games and 28 seasons later, Sacramento Kings basketball inside Sleep Train Arena wound down to one 48-minute game.
NBA market
The New Orleans Pelicans have signed forward James Ennis for the remainder of the 2015-16 season. Ennis was originally signed by New Orleans on March 30.
NBA rumors
The Phoenix Suns will conduct a coaching search at season's end, with Earl Watson, Mike D'Antoni and Dan Majerle among the candidates who will be considered.
Injuries
Phoenix Suns guard Brandon Knight underwent successful surgery to treat a sports hernia. Knight has begun rehabilitation and will return to Phoenix next week.
NBA games
Stephen Curry scored 27 points and the Golden State Warriors became the second team to win 70 games in a season by beating the Spurs 112-101 on Thursday night.
NBA market
The Memphis Grizzlies have signed guard Xavier Munford to a multi-year contract. He has appeared in 10 games with the Grizzlies and has averaged 5.6 points.