News archive: Friday, February 27, 2015
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Injuries
The Chicago Bulls announced that guard Derrick Rose underwent a successful meniscectomy earlier this morning to repair a medial meniscus tear in his right knee.
Obituaries
Earl Lloyd, the first black player in NBA history, died Thursday. He was 86. Lloyd's alma mater, West Virginia State, confirmed his death.
NBA rumors
Free agent shooting guard Ray Allen will not sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers if he decides to play this season.
Injuries
Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving experienced a left shoulder injury during last night’s game at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland vs. the Golden State Warriors.
NBA rumors
With Goran Dragic all but signed, sealed and delivered in Miami, Reggie Jackson could turn into Knicks president Phil Jackson’s top point-guard target.
Injuries
All-Star forward Pau Gasol is out for Friday's game against the Timberwolves because of an illness, leaving the Chicago Bulls without two of their top players.
Injuries
Chandler Parsons will miss his fourth consecutive game Saturday when the Dallas Mavericks play Brooklyn, coach Rick Carlisle said Friday.
News
Richard Hamilton has retired from basketball. The former UConn and Detroit Pistons guard announced his decision Thursday.
FIBA basket
Victor Claver is returning to Europe. The Spanish forward agreed to terms with Khimki Moscow where he will replace Joffrey Lauvergne.
NCAA news:
A look at the rundown and what went into the Feb. 26 top 10, as voted on by USA TODAY Sports' college basketball staff.
NCAA news:
Florida forward Dorian Finney-Smith has been suspended the past three games, but on Friday, Gators coach Billy Donovan announced the suspension was over.
NCAA news:
Top 25 college basketball scores for games played on Thursday, February 26th 2015.