News archive: Tuesday, April 14, 2015
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NBA rumors
Hawks swingman DeMarre Carroll is not afraid of the big stage and revealed the Knicks will be a strong option for him in July.
Statements
Hawks guard Thabo Sefolosha says in a statement regarding incident in New York that his injury was caused by the police.
Economy
The NBA said Tuesday that LeBron James’ 23 was the league’s most popular jersey for the 2014-15 season.
NBA market
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Vander Blue for the remainder of the season, it was announced Monday by General Manager Mitch Kupchak.
News
The Celtics took the day off Monday, but they still officially found their way into the playoff field.
Injuries
Forward Nicolas Batum (right knee) and guard C.J. McCollum (left ankle sprain) did not return to the game after going down in the second and third quarters.
News
The Milwaukee Bucks unveiled a new visual identity for the franchise tonight at a special event at the BMO Harris Bradley Center.
Stats
Klay Thompson scored 26 of his 42 points in a sensational second quarter, and the Warriors held off a frantic rally to beat the undermanned Grizzlies 111-107.
NCAA news:
Duke's Justise Winslow will enter the NBA Draft, the school announced Tuesday. Winslow joins fellow freshman Jahlil Okafor in declaring for the draft.
NCAA news:
Arkansas sophomore Bobby Portis said he was declaring for the NBA after a standout season that saw him named the Southeastern Conference Player of the Year.
NCAA news:
Notre Dame guard Demetrius Jackson is returning to school next season. Jackson had been projected as a potential first-round pick in the NBA draft.
NCAA news:
Kansas forward Perry Ellis says he will return for his senior season. The 6-foot-8 Ellis averaged 13.8 points and 6.9 rebounds last season.