Detroit Pistons waive Josh Smith with two years remaining on his contract
The Detroit Pistons announced today the club has requested waivers on forward Josh Smith. The Pistons still owe Smith $28 million following this season.
News archive: Monday, December 22, 2014
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Al Horford, LaMarcus Aldridge named Players of the Week
The Atlanta Hawks' Al Horford and the Portland Trail Blazers' LaMarcus Aldridge today were named NBA Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week.
Kentucky still unanimous No. 1 in AP poll
Unsurprisingly after its performance on Saturday against UCLA, the Kentucky Wildcats continued their reign atop the Associated Press Top 25.
Samuel Dalembert fined $15K for elbowing Valanciunas
Knicks center Samuel Dalembert avoided a Christmas Day suspension, but was fined $15,000 by the NBA for what was deemed a flagrant elbow.
Knicks’ Bargnani close to return, intends to remain in NBA
As he nears his season debut, Andrea Bargnani still expects to be in the NBA next season. Bargnani indicated he is not looking to go back to Europe.
Wounded ex-NBA player Carl Herrera improves in Venezuela
The team coached by former NBA player Carl Herrera says his condition is improving following a shooting in Venezuela.
Cavs tame Grizzlies as Waiters steps up late
Dion Waiters scored 13 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter as the Cleveland Cavaliers handled one of the Western Conference's best teams.
Suns end Wizards' 6-game winning streak
The Suns scored nine straight points late in the game to beat Washington 104-92, completing a perfect three-game trip and ending the Wizards' winning streak.
76ers claim 3rd win of season, 96-88 over Magic
Michael Carter-Williams scored 21 points as the Sixers opened a seven-game road trip with a 96-88 victory over the Orlando Magic on Sunday night.
Top 25 NCAA scoreboard (12/21/2014)
Top 25 college basketball scores for games played on Sunday, December 21st 2014.