Spurs retire Avery Johnson's No. 6 Dec 23, 2007
"He was a heck of a player, he's now a heck of a coach. ... No matter what happens, no matter where he is, he's a San Antonio Spur.''Johnson appeared in 1,054 regular-season games, averaging 8.4 points and 5.5 assists.He has coached the Mavericks since March 2005 and won Coach of the Year for the 2005-06 season. He led the Mavs to the NBA finals in 2006, where they lost to the Miami Heat.The former point guard is the career leader in assists (4,474) for the Spurs and ranks fifth in games played... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Playground comes to the Arena Nov 27, 2007
He's old enough to remember the likes of George Gervin, Dave Bing, Bernard King, Gus Johnson - NBA stars who routinely were a part of such high-scoring games. Something evil happened to the league in the wake of the Magic Johnson-Larry Bird era, something tired and static and utterly devoid of imagination, but the Suns and Warriors are living proof of a budding renaissance. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Former Nugget Natt fondly recalls All-Star appearance Nov 13, 2007
Natt still gives details on how he walked into the locker room for the first time and immediately became star-struck after seeing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, George Gervin and Magic Johnson. Natt had played against all of those players during the 1984-85 regular season as the Denver Nuggets' starting power forward. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Heath Knows What It Takes To Succeed Nov 4, 2007
" Darren "DJ" Johnson, who was one of Heath's closest childhood friends and still is today, remembers Heath, nicknamed "Ice Man" for his idol George Gervin, and his unstoppable hook shot. "He had a baby hook with his left hand," said Johnson, a real estate broker in Detroit. "He was a robot to this move. You can't stop a hook, but I was too young to realize. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Watson excited about his role Oct 25, 2007
Maybe it's throwing behind-the-back passes just like Pete Maravich or gliding in for a finger roll like George Gervin. The Rebel basketball team has been doing the same thing this fall, trying to play the uptempo Phoenix Suns-style offense. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Spurs to honor "Little General" in December Oct 20, 2007
The "Little General," as he was nicknamed by Spurs fans, will have his jersey placed beside those worn by former Spurs greats James Silas, George Gervin, Johnny Moore, David Robinson and Sean Elliott. Even though Johnson currently serves as head coach of the , the ceremony honoring the retiring of his Spurs jersey will come during a Spurs game against the. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
With Magic, he reappears Oct 14, 2007
The Spurs have retired the numbers of Johnny Moore (00), James Silas (13), Sean Elliott (32), George Gervin (44), and David Robinson (50). There will soon be a sixth, as San Antonio has decided to retire the No. 6 worn by Avery Johnson, now coach of the Mavericks. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Sonics/Durant Sep 29, 2007
The sleek, 6-foot-9 shooter and slasher is so smooth that old-schoolers liken him to George Gervin and Bob McAdoo. He already has signed with Nike and is on the cover of a video game. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Expert: Rebuilt Blazers worth watching again Aug 9, 2007
But players like Orlando Woolridge, Quentin Dailey, George Gervin and Gene Banks had to go for Jordan to develop his potential. Likewise with the Portland front line. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Complex proposed Aug 8, 2007
"It's the same proposal. The delay is due to clarifying who the project players were and making preparations, she said. While Bardwell has minimal experience in development, he has the backing of several partners who do, according to the company. One backer is George Gervin, who grew up in Detroit and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame as a player. Timothy Wadhams, chief executive officer of Masco Corp. in Taylor, was listed as partner in press releases. According to other news... (The News-Herald)
Paul Pierce's legacy hangs in the balance Aug 7, 2007
"He sees the championship banners every time he comes to the arena. He notices when a Bob Cousy, John Havlicek or Bill Russell sits in the stands."I want to continue on what they did," he says.He feels ready now that he has Garnett and Allen on his side. Like Pierce, the best they've ever done is reach the conference finals. Pierce's career scoring average of 23.6 points per game is the highest of the new Big Three. He led the league in total points in 2001-02, something not even Bird did.But... (ESPN -- Golf News)
Portland, don't fear the ghost Jun 28, 2007
Even as a small forward or shooting guard, you have to be leery of a guy who can't bench press George Gervin. He'll still be a force in the league. (Albany Times Union)
Business as usual: San Antonio shuts down LeBron, Cavs in Game 1 Jun 8, 2007
There have been other elite players Charles Barkley, John Stockton and George Gervin top the list who never got a championship ring. Does he feel he must win to be immortalized. (Missoulian, MT)
Van Coleman: The Vanswers May 25, 2007
Right away I saw a little George Gervin, a little Magic Johnson, a little Dominque Wilkins. He made it look effortless, like he was dancing with the basketball. (Mac-Sports.com)
Finally 4 Dantley: Coveted honor comes tonight Apr 11, 2007
"As long as they do it, that's the key." "He's still here and alive to enjoy that accomplishment, and I think that really is the key," Hall of Famer George Gervin added. "I mean, sometimes we compliment guys after they're gone, where they don't get to enjoy. So as long as A.D. is healthy and around to enjoy it, then I think that is good." "The bottom line is 'they did it,"' Hall of Famer Rick Barry said. (Deseret News)
Good enough? Dantley — again — hopes for call from hoops hall Apr 1, 2007
"It's just unfortunate that he hasn't been elected earlier, but I'm very hopeful he does get his chance to shine." "A.D. is, in my eyes, a Hall-of-Famer," George Gervin added. "I hope he becomes one, because he deserves it." One of Dantley's biggest backers seems to be Bill Walton, who calls the exclusion "one of the most egregious errors in the history of basketball" and "a travesty" that he had hoped would be rectified this week. (Deseret News)
NBA flash all started with magic of Baylor Mar 29, 2007
Before that, you had Jordan, George Gervin, Julius Erving, Pete Maravich. There are a few others in that exclusive club, founded by Baylor. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Doing it for the kids Feb 27, 2007
"He welcomes all the help he can get.This weekend, a "Golf With the Stars" charity benefit takes place at La Cita Golf Club in Titusville with a few of Deaton's celebrity friends who have been touched, in some way, by finding the proper path in life. They include Tony Dorsett, Mercury Morris, George Gervin, John Lucas and Phil Ford, to name a few."It's not one of those things like, 'Hey, look at me,' " Deaton said. "It's what I'm supposed to be doing. "Leaving the Mets Looking back, he was... (Florida Today)
Mike Robinson: Basketball Hero & Businessman Feb 23, 2007
If he was second in the city in points behind the great George Gervin, soon to be a four-time NBA scoring champ and Hall of Famer, shouldn't he be better when he built himself up to more than 140 pounds. "I said, `There's something wrong with this picture,'" Robinson remembered. (Msuspartans.com)
Detroit wins Shooting Stars title on misfire Feb 18, 2007
" Gordon might have had a point. Twice there were clock malfunctions as teams had two minutes to complete their rotation. In the first round, both Chicago and Team Los Angeles were allowed additional time after the clock stopped at one minute. The referees had to go to the TV monitor and review what happened before resetting the clock. In Los Angeles' case, it didn't matter as former Laker Michael Cooper missed 15 straight shots from the top of the key before finally making one and allowing the... (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Sports)
Elias Says ... Feb 15, 2007
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kicker: Top shooters to battle again Feb 8, 2007
San Antonio will be represented by Spurs guard Tony Parker, Silver Stars forward Kendra Wecker and Hall of Famer George Gervin. Team San Antonio made six shots in numeric order from various spots on the court in 25. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Sports)
Basketball Legend Feb 3, 2007
Dunn entered the NBA in the fall of 1977 as a second round draft choice of the Portland Trailblazers where he managed to endure 14 years (1978-91) as a defensive specialist, guarding elite players such as Pete Maravich, Julius Erving, George Gervin and David Thompson as well as the talented basketball holy trinity of Larry Bird, Magic Johnson and ... Someone like George Gervin. (BamaMag.com)
Roddick a master of spin – too late Jan 26, 2007
Wilt Chamberlain, David Thompson and George Gervin. Sponsored Links. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
NBA in China gets milk to sell hoops Jan 23, 2007
The NBA campaign will combine elements of American glitz -- retired NBA great George Gervin will attend the news conference -- with a grass-roots effort to create more milk drinkers. The company will provide a free carton of milk to children at 500 schools in poor and rural areas of China, along with educational materials promoting its products. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
NBA has a new partner in China an Inner Mongolia milk producer Jan 22, 2007
Former NBA star George Gervin kicked off the announcement in Beijing, and was expected to travel Tuesday to a Beijing elementary school, part of a milk-giveaway program sponsored by Mengniu. . (International Herald Tribune)
Hawks in crisis mode Jan 12, 2007
George Gervin, Bobby Jones, Michael Cooper and Alex English are examples of players who were your build and did very well in the league. Watch game tape of these players, call them up and talk to these players. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
More of this story Jan 8, 2007
The run was highlighted by two drives to the dish from Yellow Jacket guard Sasha Medina one, a floating finger-roll reminiscent of the San Antonio Spurs' George Gervin. e had our second wind, Edwards said. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
2007 International CES Draws Multi-Platinum Artists and Sports Legends Jan 6, 2007
On the opening day of the show, Four Time League Scoring Champion George Gervin, "The Iceman," will be on hand from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and again from 2-4 p.m. Then, on Tuesday, perennial All-Star and 1992 Olympic Dream Team member Clyde "The Glide" Drexler will make an appearance 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m., followed by "The Human Highlight Film" Dominique Wilkens, on Wednesday, January 10 from 11 a.m-1 p.m. and 2-4 p.m.. For more on the sports side, on Monday, January 8, ESPN Commentator Dr. Jerry... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Spurs players help NBA fight prostate cancer Dec 11, 2006
So is former Spurs great and NBA Hall of Famer George Gervin. The wristbands will cost $3 and will be sold at the NBA Store on Fifth Avenue and at participating arenas. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Moore sets BHS boys record with 56 points Dec 2, 2006
remember when George Gervin scored all those points in a game and he said it was a total-team effort, I used to laugh at that, Leech said. ut now I know what he was talking about. (Boerne Star, TX)
Kobe Bryant became the only player in NBA history with two career 30-point quarters. Dec 1, 2006
SI.com - NBA - Kobe blows away Jazz with 30-point quarter - Friday December 1, 2006 1:49AM. Kobe scores 30 of 52 points inperfectthird quarter. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Pistons win 7th straight game Dec 1, 2006
George Gervin had 33 in a quarter for San Antonio in 1978. Advertisement. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Recap: LA Lakers vs. Utah Dec 1, 2006
" The Lakers closed the opening quarter by scoring eight of the last 10 points, including the final four from Evans, to take a 29-27 edge into the second quarter. Millsap's three-point play gave the Jazz a 34-31 margin, but from there they went cold and Los Angeles capitalized with a 22-7 run to close the half. A pair of Ronny Turiaf free throws gave the Lakers the lead, 36-34, before Bryant took over. He tallied 10 of the final 17 Los Angeles points, highlighted by his emphatic slam with the... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Kobe's 52 points power Lakers past Jazz Dec 1, 2006
Kobe's 52 points power Lakers past Jazz - USATODAY.com. Buy and sell tickets to premium and sold out events. (USA Today)
Kobe quake: Laker star buries Jazz with 52 points in victory Dec 1, 2006
" The Lakers' strength, though, is Bryant and rarely is it on display as impressively as it was Thursday. To cap a 22-point first half, Bryant merely dribbled between his legs, drove past three Jazz defenders C.J. Miles, Boozer and even Kirilenko and rose for a soaring dunk the sort of which doesn't come quite as easily as it did before he underwent offseason knee surgery. With that, the Lakers took a 53-41 advantage into the break. Bryant started his amazing third quarter with another dunk, and... (Deseret News)
Spurs rout Sonics to remain unbeaten on road Nov 27, 2006
He became the third Spurs player to eclipse 15,000 points in his career, joining David Robinson and George Gervin. Duncan needed 10 points, and reached 15,000 when Collison was called for goaltending on Duncans short jumper with 2:05 left in the first half. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Duncan hits 15,000 Nov 27, 2006
Duncan, an eight-time All-Star, joined (20,790) and George Gervin (19,383) as the only Spurs to reach 15,000 points. Teammate isn't too far behind. (USA Today -- Sports)
Duncan Leads Spurs Over Sonics Nov 27, 2006
Tim Duncan became just the third player in San Antonio history to surpass the 15,000 point mark, joining George Gervin and David Robinson. Spurs star forward Manu Ginobili missed the game with a lower back contusion. (ABC 7 News, DC)
First look at misfiring Pistons Nov 23, 2006
Was that Shelden Williams or George Gervin, with the 8-foot finger roll off the glass. By Clyde. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Basketball franchise coming to Corning Oct 25, 2006
The original ABA featured stars like Julius Erving, George Gervin and Moses Malone, but that entity was merged with the NBA in 1976, bringing teams like New Jersey, San Antonio and Denver into the fold. The new ABA was launched in 2001, and in 2007 is expected to have 70 franchises, including a team in Beijing, China. (Corning Leader, NY)
Abbott is named to prestigious HOF Oct 12, 2006
Some of the others inducted have been: Ty Cobb (1955); Joe Louis (1955); "Sparky" Anderson (1992); Earvin "Magic" Johnson (1998); Kirk Gibson (1999); George Gervin (2001); Joe Dumars (2003) and Barry Sanders (2003). Abbott, as many of you know, will be a featured guest in Galesburg on Saturday, March 3, 2007. (Galesburg The Paper, IL)
GRANDSTANDING: Let's get 'er done, Rams. And, fans, keep your yaps shut Aug 24, 2006
Dave Pureifory and Charlie Batch played their college football at EMU. A fellow named George Gervin played a couple of seasons for the EMU basketball team - and I was at quite a few of those games. That said, Eastern Michigan University is no University of Michigan or Michigan State, but there are quality teams that play there. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Celebrities, UMass Supporters Kick-Off Julius Erving Golf Classic Festivities Jul 31, 2006
In addition to Dr. J., the celebrities include George Gervin, Bob Beamon, Marcus Allen, Moses Malone and Bill Russell ... 1996 Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee, George Gervin's playing record speaks volumes. (Umassathletics.com)
Writer tackles challenge of ABA franchise Jul 28, 2006
J and George Gervin), for its characters (honk if you remember "Fatty" Taylor or "Goo" Kennedy) and for its irreverence (the psychedelic three-color basketball, the introduction of the 3-point line). The new ABA, which was launched in 2000, has honed a different reputation as a breeding ground for short-lived franchises and for players who might best be described as has-beens and wannabes. (New Haven Register, CT)
Six Hall of Famers Headline Third Annual Julius Erving Celebrity Golf Classic Jul 18, 2006
In addition to Dr. J., the celebrities include George Gervin, Bob Beamon, Marcus Allen, Clyde Drexler, Moses Malone and Bill Russell ... 1996 Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee, George Gervin's playing record speaks volumes. (Umassathletics.com)
• Morning leadoff Jul 8, 2006
From 1D: George Gervin, who was too cool on the court, was the "Iceman." Gervin, who was named to the NBA's 50th All-Anniversary team, averaged 25. 1 points per game in 14 seasons in the ABA and NBA.. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Rebs sign Polynice Jul 4, 2006
"I can't tell you how smooth Eniel is. He reminds me of George Gervin in that he doesn't look like he's putting out a lot of effort, but he's blowing by guys or shooting over them or rebounding above the rim," Kirce noted. "He is one of the best penetrator/passers I have seen in a long, long time, and like I said, he's still raw.". (OleMissInsider.com)
Posey weighs opting out Jun 30, 2006
The NBA is auctioning a guitar autographed by Wade and NBA personalities Clyde Drexler, George Gervin, Robert Parish, Kiki Vandeweghe, Rick Barry, Tim Hardaway and Tiny Archibald at its www. nba. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
PHOTOS: Heat-Pistons Game 2 May 26, 2006
Three's company Former NBA players George Gervin, Bob McAdoo and Ron Harper pose for a photo before the Detroit Pistons take on the Miami Heat in Game 2. (Allen Einstein/NBAE/Getty Images). (Fox Sports)
Banks tells high school students to keep the faith May 19, 2006
But he got the chance to play with George Gervin, and after being traded to the Chicago Bulls, he was a teammate of Michael Jordan. An Achilles tendon injury cost him a multi-million dollar contract with the Bulls, but he said it also opened the door for him to travel the globe while playing for teams in Israel, Rome and Paris. (Herald Sun)
NBA insider: Jackson trying to keep the players in line May 8, 2006
4: Starting guards to record at least 30 points and 15 rebounds in a playoff game, with the 34-15 last week of New Jersey's Vince Carter against Indiana putting him in the company of George Gervin (1982), Michael Jordan (1989 and again in 1991) and Kobe Bryant (2001). Magic Johnson had 42 points and 15 rebounds as a rookie against the 76ers in 1980, but that's when he was forced to open at center for the Lakers. (Sacramento Bee -- Sports)
The LeBron Show is a hit May 5, 2006
There's George Gervin and Clyde Drexler comparing James to the all-time greats although they don't see him nearly as much as London Fletcher, who has season tickets. The list of hundreds of credentialed media includes two journalists from Serbia. (Buffalo News -- Sports)
Cavs coach looking to learn lesson May 3, 2006
The Cavs will host former NBA stars Clyde Drexler and George Gervin at tonight's game as part of the NBA's 60th anniversary celebration. Messages for Brian Windhorst can be left at Check out Windhorst's Cavaliers Web log at. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Sports)
The highs and lows of NBA Apr 22, 2006
The last time there were three players averaging 30 points was 1981-82 with George Gervin, Moses Malone and Adrian Dantley. Jerry Sloan is still the best coach never to be a coach of the year. (Albany Times Union)
