News archive: Friday, October 17, 2014
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NBA market
The Boston Celtics announced today that they have acquired guard Will Bynum from the Detroit Pistons in exchange for center Joel Anthony.
Injuries
Brooklyn Nets center Brook Lopez sustained a mild right midfoot sprain in the first quarter of the Nets’ preseason contest against Sacramento on October 15th.
Front office
The NBA announced that its Board of Governors has approved an additional "trigger" for instant replay review as well as five modifications to replay rules.
Execs and owners
The Milwaukee Bucks organization has added several community leaders and philanthropists to the Bucks ownership team.
NBA market
The New Orleans Pelicans announced today that the team has waived guard Dionte Christmas.
Execs and owners
Suns Managing Partner Robert Sarver apologized to the few faithful fans remaining for a depleted version of the visitors.
News
Arthur Embiid, the younger brother of Philadelphia 76ers rookie center Joel Embiid, died Thursday in Africa.
NBA rumors
After some initial uncertainty, the New York Knicks plan to pick up the third-year contract option for guard Shane Larkin.
FIBA basket
Daniel Orton has reached agreement with Shanxi of China on a $1 million-plus deal. Orton was released on Thursday by the Washington Wizards.
Preseason
Gordon Hayward scored 16 points to lead a balanced offense and the Utah Jazz beat the Los Angeles Lakers 119-86 in a preseason game Thursday night.
Preseason
Anthony Davis had 28 points and eight rebounds to lead the New Orleans Pelicans to a 120-86 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in a preseason game.
Preseason
Goran Dragic scored 20 points to help the Phoenix Suns beat the short-handed San Antonio Spurs 121-90 on Thursday night in an exhibition game.