News archive: September 2016
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NBA market
Houston Rockets have signed guard/forward P.J. Hairston. In 66 games with 52 starts for the Hornets and Grizzlies last season, Hairston averaged 6.2 points.
Injuries
The Oklahoma City Thunder announced that guard Cameron Payne suffered an acute fracture to his fifth metatarsal.
NBA market
The San Antonio Spurs announced that they have waived forward/center Ryan Richards. The Spurs training camp roster now stands at 19.
Injuries
Milwaukee Bucks guard Khris Middleton underwent successful surgery to repair his ruptured left hamstring. He is expected to be sidelined for six months.
NBA rumors
Golden State Warriors star guard Stephen Curry indicated Tuesday he'll likely re-sign with the Golden State Warriors after this season.
Legal issues
Pistons assistant coach Tim Hardaway was sentenced to 18 months probation and 10 days community service after pleading no contest in drunken driving case.
NBA rumors
While Cavs GM David Griffin said he felt "comfortable" with PG situation, the team has on its radar free agents Norris Cole, Mario Chalmers, and Kirk Hinrich.
FIBA tournaments
As part of the 2016-17 home-opener festivities, the Denver Nuggets will retire former legend and Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo’s #55 jersey.
NBA market
L.A. Clippers forward Paul Pierce announced Monday via The Players' Tribune that he will return for his 19th season then retire.
Injuries
Heat's president Pat Riley said Monday he believes Chris Bosh’s career with the Miami Heat is probably over based on the player's last medical exam.
NBA market
Mo Williams changed his mind and informed the Cavaliers that he was retiring from basketball, not even a week after announcing that he would return.
Injuries
The Minnesota Timberwolves announced on Sunday that center Nikola Pekovic will miss the entire 2016-17 season due to recurring right ankle pain.
NBA market
The Phoenix Suns have signed center Gracin Bakumanya, forward Derek Cooke Jr., guard Shaquille Harrison and forward Derrick Jones Jr.
NBA market
The New Orleans Pelicans have signed free agent guard Quinn Cook. Cook, 6 feet 2, spent his first professional season with the Canton Charge of the NBADL.
News
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Garnett Friday announced that he will retire after a 21-year NBA career, 13-plus of those with the Timberwolves.