News archive: Thursday, October 02, 2014
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NBA rumors
Rajon Rondo gave us a potential sneak peek at how offseason contract negotiations with the Celtics might go, by telling he believes he is a max contract guy.
Economy
The ownership of the Brooklyn Nets is in "ongoing discussions" with Guggenheim Sports and Entertainment Assets, owners of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
NBA rumors
Paul Millsap has been reminded just how much the Hawks want him to return next season but the power forward will go on the open market following the season.
News
Center Joakim Noah isn’t easily impressed. That wasn’t the case Wednesday, especially when rookie big man Nikola Mirotic was brought up.
Former players
The U.S. Postal Service and the Philadelphia 76ers, with cooperation from the NBA, will formally dedicate the Wilt Chamberlain Forever stamps.
Injuries
Lakers backup stretch four Ryan Kelly is now going to be out for a while. He suffered a moderate left hamstring strain and is out indefinitely.
NBA rumors
The Brooklyn Nets were not opposed to bring back Paul Pierce though the veteran forward apparently wanted a change and decided to sign with the Wizards.
Injuries
As a precaution, center Nikola Pekovic did not participate in the Timberwolves' practice in Thursday's morning session of training camp.
Former players
The Austin Toros today announced that former NBA player Earl Watson has been hired as assistant coach.
Economy
Fans at Toyota Center will have another option for luxury seating when the Rockets start this season.
NCAA news:
Butler coach Brandon Miller is taking a medical leave of absence from the Bulldogs program to address an unspecified medical issue.