News archive: Monday, January 26, 2015
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Injuries
Kobe Bryant will undergo surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder, ending his 19th season with the Lakers a little past its halfway point.
NBA awards
LeBron James and Klay Thompson today were named NBA Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week, respectively, for games played Jan. 19, through Jan. 25.
Injuries
Dr. David Altchek confirmed previous diagnosis of a torn lateral meniscus in Kemba Walker's left knee. Walker will undergo surgery in New York on Wednesday.
NBA market
The Philadelphia 76ers today announced they have signed guard Larry Drew II to a second 10-day contract.
Injuries
LaMarcus Aldridge could miss the start of training camp next season by delaying his thumb surgery.
News
The National Basketball Association games scheduled for this evening in the New York area have been postponed due to the expected severe weather conditions.
NBA rumors
The Charlotte Hornets and Brooklyn Nets have restarted trade discussions, this time focused on guard Joe Johnson, according to league sources.
NBA rumors
The Dallas Mavericks are confident they are inching closer to the eventual signing of veteran center Jermaine O'Neal, according to team sources.
Injuries
The Minnesota Timberwolves Monday announced that Robbie Hummel suffered a non-displaced fracture of the fourth metacarpal in his right hand.
News
Jeremy Lin sat out Friday’s loss in San Antonio, the first game he missed because of a coach’s decision since days before “Linsanity” broke out in New York.
NCAA news:
Authorities say Wichita State guard Conner Frankamp has been arrested on suspicion of DUI. The 19-year-old shooting guard was arrested early Sunday.
NCAA news:
Kentucky stays atop the AP poll again, gaining one first-place vote back from Virginia to be one vote away from unanimous.
NCAA news:
Top 25 college basketball scores for games played on Sunday, January 25th 2015.