News archive: April 2017 (Page 5)
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NBA awards
Bulls’ Jimmy Butler and Warriors’ Stephen Curry were named NBA Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week for games played March 27 through April 2.
NBA market
The Orlando Magic have signed guard-forward Patricio Garino and guard-forward Marcus Georges-Hunt. In addition, the Magic have waived guard C.J. Wilcox.
NBA awards
76ers’ Dario Saric and ngs’ Buddy Hield were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Rookies of the Month, respectively, for games played in March.
NBA awards
Bucks’ Jason Kidd and Blazers’ Terry Stotts were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Coaches of the Month, respectively, for games played in March.
Injuries
New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose has torn cartilage in his left knee and the team said he will miss the remaining five games.
Suspensions & fines
Wizards guard John Wall has been fined $15,000 for public criticism of the officiating. Wall made his comments following the Wizards' loss to the Utah.
NBA market
The Milwaukee Bucks have signed guard Gary Payton II to a multi-year contract. Payton, 24, is the son of NBA All-Star Gary Payton.
NBA market
The Philadelphia 76ers today announced that the team has signed forward Alex Poythress from the Ft. Wayne Mad Ants of the NBA Development League.
Awards
Two-time NBA scoring champion Tracy McGrady, Kansas coach Bill Self and former UConn star Rebecca Lobo are part of this year's Basketball Hall of Fame class.
NBA market
The Milwaukee Bucks have requested waivers on forward Terrence Jones. Milwaukee’s roster now stands at 14 players.