News archive: Monday, January 09, 2017
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NBA awards
Bulls’ Jimmy Butler and Warriors’ Stephen Curry were named NBA Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week for games played Jan. 2 through Jan. 8.
Suspensions & fines
Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson has been fined $15,000 for throwing a forearm above the shoulders to Miami Heat guard Goran Dragic.
NBA market
The Brooklyn Nets have requested waivers on forward Anthony Bennett. Bennett appeared in 23 games with the Nets this season, averaging 5.0 points per game.
Stats
Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul on Sunday became just the 10th player in NBA history to reach the 8,000-assist milestone.