News archive: Monday, October 06, 2014
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NBA market
Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried has reached agreement on a five-year, $60 million contract extension.
Economy
ESPN and TNT retained the rights to show NBA games for the next nine years in a new deal announced Monday. The deal's value is $2.66 billion per year.
NBA market
Milwaukee Bucks forward Chris Wright has left the team to sign a professional contract overseas, coach Jason Kidd said after practice Monday.
Injuries
The return of Al Horford took another step forward this week when the Hawks center began doing two-on-two contact work.
NBA rumors
Ricky Rubio has been after a 5-year contract with the Timberwolves, and though he’d like that deal to be a max, there is no doubt Minnesota won’t go that high.
Injuries
Injuries continue to pile up for the Orlando Magic in training camp with second-year guard Victor Oladipo suffering a sprained MCL in his right knee.
News
Nerlens Noel has parted ways with Reebok and his representatives are currently discussing a new deal with other companies.
NCAA news:
Kentucky guard Dominique Hawkins will miss four weeks after breaking his right hand in practice over the weekend.
Preseason
LeBron James scored 12 points before resting in the second half and the Cavaliers gave David Blatt an emotional win over his former team.
Preseason
DeMar DeRozan scored 21 points to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 99-94 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night in their preseason opener.