News archive: Friday, March 14, 2014
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NBA rumors
The Knicks have scheduled a Tuesday morning press conference at the Garden to announce the hiring of Phil Jackson as team president.
Statements
Lakers guard Steve Nash made it clear why he’s not retiring this year and won’t retiring next year. It’s about the money.
NBA market
The Miami Heat announced today that they have signed center Justin Hamilton and released guard DeAndre Liggins from his 10-day contract.
NBA market
The Sixers announced that they have signed guard Darius Johnson-Odom to a 10-day contract. In a related move, the Sixers have waived guard Lorenzo Brown.
NBA market
The Milwaukee Bucks have signed free-agent forward Chris Wright (6-8, 225) to a 10-day contract, General Manager John Hammond announced today.
Injuries
Al Horford returned from his first torn pectoral muscle in time for the playoffs. That is unlikely this season. He said this injury was more severe.
Videos
Chicago Bulls guard/forward Mike Dunleavy was forced to leave Thursday night's game against the Houston Rockets after suffering a cut above his right eye.
NBA rumors
According to a league source, the Rockets will make a bid for Carmelo Anthony this summer.
Statements
Pau Gasol heard about Kobe Bryant's front-office rant. He understood it.
NBA games
Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant scored 29 points apiece, and Oklahoma City avenged Sunday's surprising loss to the Lakers by rolling past them 131-102.
Injuries
First it was Kobe Bryant, now Steve Nash has been ruled out for the rest of the season, due to persisting nerve issues in his back.
NCAA news:
Sterling Gibbs hit a step-back jumper as time expired and Seton Hall stunned No. 3 Villanova 64-63 in a thrilling quarterfinal Thursday.
NCAA news:
Andrew Wiggins scored 30 points to lead Kansas to a 77-70 victory over Oklahoma State in overtime in the Big 12 tournament.