News archive: Sunday, February 26, 2017
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NBA market
The Atlanta Hawks has requested waivers on Lamar Patterson. The team and Patterson agreed to his release to allow Patterson to address a personal matter.
Suspensions & fines
Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert has been fined $25,000 for making physical contact with a game official. The incident occurred in the Jazz’s win on Feb. 24
NBA rumors
Deron Williams cleared waivers and has confirmed his intent to join the Cavs for the remainder of the season. Williams is expected to sign Sunday or Monday.
NBA market
The Dallas Mavericks have signed rookie guard Quinn Cook to a 10-day contract. Cook was recently named Most Valuable Player of the D-League All Star Game.
NBA games
The Golden State Warriors have clinched a berth in the 2017 NBA Playoffs by virtue of tonight’s 112-95 victory over the Brooklyn Nets at Oracle Arena.
NBA market
The Dallas Mavericks have signed rookie forward Ben Bentil to a 10-day contract. Bentil was drafted by Boston in the second round of the 2016 NBA Draft.