News archive: Friday, November 29, 2013
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Injuries
Jeremy Lin will miss 2 weeks with a grade 1 knee sprain and then be re-evaluated. He suffered the injury in Wednesday’s win against Atlanta.
Suspensions & fines
Jason Kidd’s drink-spilling tactic late Wednesday night was considered both devious and ingenious. By Thursday, it had also proved costly.
NBA rumors
Cavaliers guard Dion Waiters said he has never asked the Cavs to trade him.
NCAA news:
Marcus Smart scored 30 points, and the Cowboys nearly blew a big lead before beating Purdue 97-87 on Thursday.
News
After taking only one shot in the Nets’ win Tuesday at Toronto, Mirza Teletovic insisted his play against the Raptors proved he is more than a shooter.
News
The tenants of the BMO Harris Bradley Center, including the Milwaukee Bucks, are adding their voices to those opposed to a proposed strip club.
NCAA news:
Andrew Wiggins scored 12 of his 17 points in the second half, and No. 2 Kansas moved into the semifinals of the Battle 4 Atlantis.
NBA rumors
ESPN.com, citing sources, reported the Cavaliers are shopping second-year shooting guard Dion Waiters and have had preliminary discussions.
NCAA news:
Never led in regulation, never trailed in overtime, and still unbeaten. Such is the story for No. 23 Iowa, which rallied from a 15-point, second-half deficit.