News archive: Monday, December 23, 2013
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Stats
Stats summary for games played Monday, Dic. 16, through Sunday, Dec. 22.
Injuries
Rajon Rondo doesn’t think he’s close to a return. Maybe late January. Probably later.
NBA rumors
After confirming that Brook Lopez is out for the season with a fractured foot, GM Billy King said he has no trades on the table.
News
Although it's still very early, the general view on this 2013 NBA draft class is that last spring's predictions were spot-on.
Injuries
Point guard Jose Calderon had a scary moment early in Saturday’s game when Eric Bledsoe inadvertently kneed Calderon.
NCAA news:
Washington jumped to a 14-point lead midway through the first half before UConn responded, with Shabazz Napier scoring 20 points.
NBA games
Kyle Lowry scored 22 points, making a pair of clinching free throws with 9.8 seconds left, and the Raptors handed the Oklahoma City Thunder.
NBA games
Blake Griffin had 32 points and 10 rebounds and was 10 for 11 from the free throw line before fouling out with 4:08 left in OT.
NCAA news:
What Scott Drew really wanted from No. 12 Baylor in the Bears' last game before the Christmas break was a sharper performance than last time.
NBA games
Lance Stephenson finished with his third triple-double this season, Paul George scored 24 points.
NBA rumors
Former Duke star and Charlotte native Seth Curry is headed to the Memphis Grizzlies, according to multiple reports.
NCAA news:
When UCLA trailed Weber State by five points early in Sunday's game at Pauley Pavilion, it appeared the Bruins had not recovered.
Injuries
Metta World Peace sat out of Saturday's game against Memphis with a left knee issue that may keep him out for an extended period.
Injuries
Cleared for contact after being sidelined for 2 1/2 weeks with a strained hamstring, Michael Beasley participated in the Heat’s practice.
NCAA news:
Pe'Shon Howard hit an off-balance 3-pointer from the right wing as time expired to lift Southern California to a 79-76 overtime victory.