News archive: Tuesday, May 12, 2015
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Coaches
The New Orleans Pelicans today have informed Monty Williams that he will not be retained as the team’s head coach.
Injuries
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Alan Anderson underwent successful arthroscopic surgery today, May 12, to remove bone spurs from his left ankle.
NBA rumors
A buyout of Deron Williams, while potentially saving the Nets millions of dollars via the "stretch" provision, is not in the cards.
NBA market
The Hawks have officially notified the NBA and the Nets of their intention to swap first-round picks in the 2015 Draft.
News
The Philadelphia 76ers today unveiled an updated brand identity, which includes a redesigned primary logo and a series of partial and secondary logo variations.
Suspensions & fines
Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard has been fined $15,000 for making contact above the shoulders with Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes.
NBA D-League
The Sacramento Kings announced today that the team has picked up the option on Reno Bighorns Head Coach David Arseneault Jr.
NCAA news:
Tyus Battle, a 5-star shooting guard, committed to Michigan on Tuesday. He chose Michigan over the likes of Duke, Louisville, Kentucky and Syracuse.
NCAA news:
Mississippi's basketball team has added Miami transfer guard Deandre Burnett. The 6-foot-2 guard must sit out next season because of NCAA transfer rules.
NBA games
Stephen Curry scored 21 of his 33 points by halftime, and the Warriors snapped their two-game skid Monday night by routing the Memphis Grizzlies 101-84.
NBA games
Jeff Teague scored 26 points, Paul Millsap 19 and Al Horford 18 as 3 of Atlanta's four All-Stars played significant roles to help the Hawks beat the Wizards.