News archive: Wednesday, December 24, 2014
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NBA market
Free agent forward Josh Smith, who will clear waivers this afternoon, has decided to sign with the Rockets, two individuals with knowledge of the decision said.
Injuries
Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard has told some of his closest associates he thinks he will be ready to suit up for the Spurs' Christmas Day game against the Thunder.
NBA market
The Detroit Pistons announced today that the team has acquired forward Anthony Tolliver from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for forward Tony Mitchell.
Coaches
Houston Rockets owner Leslie Alexander announced today that they have agreed to a three-year contract extension with head coach Kevin McHale.
Injuries
Wednesday's MRI results on Cavaliers' center Anderson Varejao left foot revealed he had a torn Achilles and will be out for the rest of the season.
Videos
LaMarcus Aldridge and Serge Ibaka got tangled under the basket and there was some typical pushing and shoving. They would both end up with ejections
NBA D-League
The Canton Charge soon will have a familiar face back in uniform. According to a team source, point guard Jorge Gutierrez is returning to the Charge.
Injuries
Smith has missed the last seven games with a small tear in his plantar fascia and is unsure if he will return Thursday for the Knicks' Christmas Day matinee.
Injuries
Pacers point guard George Hill made his season debut after missing the first 28 games with a left knee contusion and subsequent quadriceps tear.
NBA rumors
The Philadelphia 76ers are requesting forward Andrei Kirilenko report to the team and prepare to start playing in games, according to league sources.
NCAA news:
San Diego State forward Dwayne Polee II was released from the hospital and was resting at home less than 24 hours after he collapsed on the court during a game.
NCAA news:
Top 25 college basketball scores for games played on Saturday, December 23rd 2014.