News archive: 2017 (Page 45)
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Injuries
Hornets guard Nicolas Batum underwent a MRI which confirmed the previous diagnosis of a hyperextended right knee. His status moving forward will be day-to-day.
Videos
Matt Bonner, aka “The Red Mamba,” is retiring from professional basketball after 12 seasons, and he announced the news in the funniest way possible.
NBA market
The Portland Trail Blazers have acquired an unprotected first round draft pick from the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for a 2018 first round pick.
NBA market
The Atlanta Hawks Basketball Club has requested waivers on forward Ryan Kelly. Kelly, who signed on October 31, 2016, appeared in nine games with the Hawks.
NBA market
The Dallas Mavericks waived guard Pierre Jackson on Friday, but his time with the team likely will resume soon.
NBA market
The Orlando Magic have waived center Arinze Onuaku , General Manager Rob Hennigan announced today. Orlando’s roster now stands at 14 players.
NBA market
The Denver Nuggets have waived forward Alonzo Gee. Gee signed with Denver on Nov. 16, 2016, appearing in 13 games and averaging 1.1 rebounds in 6.9 minutes.
All-Star
LeBron James and Kyrie Irving of the Cleveland Cavaliers are the top two vote-getters overall in the first fan returns of NBA All-Star Voting 2017.
Injuries
Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder. He is expected to miss the remainder of the season.
NBA market
The Philadelphia 76ers have waived forward Hollis Thompson.Thompson appeared in 31 games this season and averaged six points.
Former players
The Hawks will retire the uniform number of Pete Maravich. Details of when the No. 44 will be raised to the rafters of Philips Arena have not been finalized.
Legal issues
Jordan Williams, a former Nets second-round pick, was one of four people arrested Friday after a juvenile was kidnapped, robbed and assaulted.
NBA awards
Raptors’ Dwane Casey and Rockets’ Mike D’Antoni were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Coaches of the Month for games played in December.
NBA awards
Wizards’ John Wall and Rockets’ James Harden were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Month, respectively, for games played in December.
NBA awards
76ers’ Joel Embiid and Pelicans’ Buddy Hield were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Rookies of the Month, respectively, for games played in December.