News archive: August 2017
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NBA market
The Portland Trail Blazers have waived forward Andrew Nicholson, using the stretch provision to spread out the salary-cap hit on the remainder of his contract.
NBA market
Philadelphia 76ers announced that the team has signed forward James Michael McAdoo to a two-way contract and also agreed to terms with guard James Blackmon Jr.
Execs and owners
The Portland Trail Blazers have announced a contract extension for President of Basketball Operations Neil Olshey, taking him through the 2020-21 season.
NBA market
Restricted free-agent center Nerlens Noel re-signed with the Dallas Mavericks, the team announced. The athletic big man's deal is for one-year, $4.1 million.
Injuries
Pelicans forward Solomon Hill has been diagnosed with a proximal hamstring tear in his left leg. An injury of this nature takes 6-8 months to heal.
NBA market
Manu Ginobili will be entering his 16th season with the San Antonio Spurs. Ginobili signed a two-year, $5 million deal to return to the team.
Injuries
Phoenix Suns guard Brandon Knight underwent surgery to repair a torn ACL in his left knee on Friday. Knight will remain out for the 2017-18 season.
Injuries
Phoenix Suns guard Davon Reed yesterday underwent a meniscus repair of his left knee. Reed is expected to return to full basketball activity in 4 to 6 months.
NBA market
Charlotte Hornets General Manager Rich Cho announced that the team has signed guard Julyan Stone. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.
NBA market
The San Antonio Spurs Wednesday announced that they have signed guard London Perrantes. Per team policy, terms of the contract were not announced.
NBA market
The Cavaliers have acquired Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic and the Nets’ 2018 unprotected 1st round pick from the Celtics in exchange for Kyrie Irving.
NBA market
Free agent guard Quinn Cook has agreed to a partially guaranteed, two-year deal with the Atlanta Hawks, according to league sources.
NBA market
Free agent center Marshall Plumlee has agreed to a partially guaranteed deal with the Los Angeles Clippers. He spent last season with the Knicks.
NBA market
The Miami Heat announced today that they have signed forward Jordan Mickey. Mickey split last season between the Boston Celtics and the NBA G League.
NBA awards
The Boston Celtics announced Friday that they will retire Paul Pierce’s No. 34 after a mid-season game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.