Comments from Jackson, Ellis already providing drama for WarriorsOAKLAND, Calif. — Leading scorer Stephen Jackson wants out, tired of losing and seeing other star players leave town. Monta Ellis doesn’t think he and rookie Stephen Curry can coexist in the same backcourt — at least that was his initial, gut reaction. Miami’s Magloire, Detroit’s Jerebko suspended for altercation in preseason gameNEW YORK — Miami Heat center Jamaal Magloire and Detroit’s Jonas Jerebko have been suspended by the NBA for their altercation in a preseason game. Indiana Pacers beat Denver Nuggets 126-104 in first NBA preseason game in TaiwanTAIPEI, Taiwan — In the first NBA preseason game played in Taiwan, the Indiana Pacers defeated the Denver Nuggets 126-104 on Thursday. Bynum, Bryant lead Lakers to 118-101 victory over Warriors in preseason openerANAHEIM, Calif. — Andrew Bynum scored 24 points, Kobe Bryant added 22, and the NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers opened the preseason with a 118-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. Oden has 20 points, 12 rebounds in another strong performance as Blazers beat KingsSACRAMENTO, Calif. — Greg Oden had 20 points and 12 rebounds in his second consecutive strong performance, leading the Portland Trail Blazers to an 89-86 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night in a preseason game. Brooks scores 21, Rockets rally past Celtics in Garnett’s first game since knee injuryHIDALGO, Texas — Aaron Brooks scored 21 points and the Houston Rockets rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Boston Celtics 96-90 on Wednesday night. Rookie Young’s big fourth quarter carries Grizzlies past Thunder, 99-91
Gordon’s 24 lead Pistons to 113-104 victory over BucksAUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Ben Gordon scored 24 points to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 113-104 preseason victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night. Pondexter scores 22 as Mercury beat Fever 90-77 to force Game 5INDIANAPOLIS — Cappie Pondexter scored 22 points and the Phoenix Mercury beat the Indiana Fever 90-77 in Game 4 of the WNBA finals on Wednesday night to avoid elimination. Thaddeus Young scores 11 points, 76ers use strong free throw shooting to beat Raptors 84-79TORONTO — Thaddeus Young had 11 points, Elton Brand and Samuel Dalembert each scored 10, and the Philadelphia 76ers used a near-perfect performance from the free throw line to beat the Toronto Raptors 84-79 on Wednesday night. Hawks beat Hornets 108-102 in preseason openerATLANTA — Joe Johnson scored 17 points, Josh Smith had 14 points and seven rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the New Orleans Hornets 108-102 on Wednesday night in the preseason opener for both teams. Orlando Magic stifle Miami Heat 90-86 in Vince Carter’s home debutORLANDO, Fla. — Vince Carter had eight points in limited play in his first home game since being acquired from New Jersey, and the new-look Orlando Magic mixed and matched lineups in a 90-86 preseason win over the Miami Heat on Wednesday night. Grizzlies’ Iverson could miss up to 3 weeks after MRI reveals partial tear in left hamstringMEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Grizzlies guard Allen Iverson could miss three weeks after an MRI revealed a partial tear in his left hamstring. NBA rivals in waiting praise Ricky Rubio despite teen prospect opting for now to stay in SpainMADRID — The NBA’s quick swing through Spain didn’t yield Ricky Rubio, although it did provide plenty of anticipation for one of Europe’s biggest talents. Review: It’s a decisive Game 7 for basketball titles ‘NBA 2K10,’ ‘NBA Live 10′A premiere NBA Finals matchup features basketball’s two best teams going at each other shot-for-shot, rebound-for-rebound in an all-out quest for dominance. Obama’s ’secret weapon’ on the basketball court revealedNEW YORK - U.S. President Barack Obama secret weapon that helps him defeats others on the basketball court has been revealed by Senator Bob Casey. Stoudemire returns, Suns use defense to beat Partizan Belgrade 111-80 in preseason openerPHOENIX — Amare Stoudemire scored 12 points in his first game in eight months, and the Phoenix Suns used a strong defensive effort to beat Partizan Belgrade 111-80 on Tuesday night in their preseason opener. Aldridge has 20, Oden 18 as Trail Blazers beat Kings 98-86 in preseason openerPORTLAND, Ore. — Reserve Greg Oden had 18 points and nine rebounds in the Portland Trail Blazers’ 98-86 victory over the Sacramento Kings in the preseason opener for both teams on Tuesday night. Ginobili returns, but Rockets beat Spurs in preseason openerSAN ANTONIO — Trevor Ariza scored nine points in his Rockets debut, helping Houston beat the San Antonio Spurs 99-85 on Tuesday night in the preseason opener for both teams. 76ers hold off Raptors in preseason openerLONDON, Ontario — Louis Williams scored 17 points, Andre Iguodala added 15 points and eight assists, and the Philadelphia 76ers held on for a 107-98 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. Opening Act: LeBron-Shaq Show opens in Cleveland as Cavs top Bobcats 92-87 in preseason openerCLEVELAND — The LeBron and Shaq Show is off and running. Gilbert Arenas plays 24 minutes and has 10 assists in Wizards’ 101-92 win over GrizzlesRICHMOND, Va. — Gilbert Arenas had 10 assists in 24 minutes, and the Washington Wizards beat the Memphis Grizzlies 101-92 on Tuesday night in the preseason opener for both teams. Bobcats pick up Augustin’s 3rd-year option for 2010-11 season; no decision yet on AjincaCHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte Bobcats are exercising the third-year option in guard D.J. Augustin’s contract for the 2010-11 season. Jazz G Miles surgery scheduled for WednesdaySALT LAKE CITY — Utah Jazz guard C.J. Miles is scheduled to have surgery Wednesday to repair a ruptured tendon in his left hand. Grizzlies G Iverson out indefinitely with injured hamstring; MRI scheduled for WednesdayRICHMOND, Va. — Allen Iverson’s debut with the Memphis Grizzlies will have to wait. James Johnson hits last-second jumper to lead Bulls over Jazz 102-101 in NBA preseasonLONDON — Rookie James Johnson sank a fade-away jump shot from the baseline at the buzzer Tuesday to give the Chicago Bulls a 102-101 win over the Utah Jazz in an NBA preseason game. Commissioner David Stern still hopeful of regular-season NBA game in LondonLONDON — The NBA is still planning to play a regular-season game in London before the 2012 Olympics are hosted by the British capital, although commissioner David Stern said Tuesday that there is no set schedule. NBA executives pick Lakers, LeBron James to repeat in annual GM surveyNBA general managers predict repeats this season for the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James. Prosecutors drop assault charges against Terps basketball player Jordan Williams, 4 othersOfficials drop charges against Terps’ Williams LITCHFIELD, Conn. — Connecticut prosecutors have dropped assault and breach of Brandon Bass’ 7 points in final 2 minutes rallies Magic past Mavericks in preseason openerDALLAS — Vince Carter scored 21 points in his Orlando debut and Brandon Bass added seven of his 13 points in the final two minutes to lift the Magic to a 110-105 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in the preseason opener for both teams on Monday night. Bynum has 15 points as new-look Pistons beat Heat 87-83AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Will Bynum scored 15 points and the new-look Detroit Pistons got off to a successful start with a 87-83 victory over the Miami Heat on Monday night in the preseason opener for both teams. Shaq roots for Steelers, but admits he’s a bandwagon football fanINDEPENDENCE, Ohio — First LeBron James swore his love to the Yankees and Cowboys. Now Shaquille O’Neal is siding with the Steelers. Jazz guard C.J. Miles out with ruptured thumb ligamentSALT LAKE CITY — Utah Jazz shooting guard C.J. Miles has a ruptured ligament in his left thumb and will need surgery. Morrow scores 21 points in Warriors win over ClippersOAKLAND, Calif. — Anthony Morrow scored 15 of his 21 points in the first half and the Golden State Warriors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 108-101 on Sunday night in the preseason opener for both teams. Free throws are key as Rambis wins debut as Timberwolves coachMANKATO, Minn. — Kevin Love had 17 points and Minnesota made a whopping 50 of 56 free throws to beat Milwaukee 117-103 on Sunday night, making a winner out of coach Kurt Rambis in his preseason debut. |
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