National Digest Nov 1, 2008
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (AP) A newly released police report indicates the person who called 911 about an overdose at Isiah Thomas home believed the victim had stopped breathing. The patient s name is redacted from the Town of Harrison report, which was released Thursday night under a Freedom of Information request from The Associated Press. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
How the Warriors can avoid coming home 0-4 Oct 31, 2008
Good stuff at the Garden: Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni, refusing to perpetuate the stench of the Isiah Thomas era, benched Stephon Marbury and Eddy Curry for the entire game in a victory over Miami. If Marbury wants to resurrect his career, he needs to negotiate a scaled-down buyout the Knicks can accept, then hope some really clueless team picks him up. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
911 call: Patient in Isiah's house stopped breathing Oct 31, 2008
ESPN - Police: 'Man' in Isiah Thomas' home was not breathing ... Police: 'Man' in Isiah Thomas' home was not breathing ... Authorities have not publicly identified Isiah Thomas as the victim, but a person familiar with the case confirmed to The Associated Press that it was the former Knicks coach. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Behind the Isiah Thomas story Oct 31, 2008
Would you have called Isiah Thomas if you covered the New York Knicks and there was a story he might have overdosed on sleeping pills. Marc Berman, Knicks beat writer for the New York Post, did call Thomas. (The Palm Beach Post)
NBA Notebook: All-Star Game at football venue (Today) Oct 31, 2008
A newly released police report indicates the person who called 911 about an overdose at Isiah Thomas' home believed the victim had stopped breathing. The patient's name is redacted from the report. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
* Police criticize Thomas for lying about treatment Oct 30, 2008
Police officers who went to NBA great Isiah Thomas home after a 911 call reporting an overdose on sleeping pills found a man passed out on the floor and gave him oxygen until an ambulance arrived. Authorities have not publicly identified Thomas as the victim, but a person familiar with the case has confirmed it was the former New York Knicks coach. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Source: Thomas Was OD Victim; Cops Release Details Oct 29, 2008
Source Says Isiah Thomas Was OD Victim; Cops Release New Details ... WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. Officers who responded to Isiah Thomas' home after a 911 call reporting an overdose on sleeping pills found a man passed out on the floor and gave him oxygen until an ambulance arrived. (Fox News)
Report: Cops found ex-Knicks coach Isiah out cold Oct 29, 2008
ESPN - Report: Cops found ex-New York Knicks coach Isiah Thomas out cold ... Report: Cops found ex-New York Knicks coach Isiah Thomas out cold ... Reports of an ambulance taking a person from Isiah Thomas' home to the hospital after an overdose of sleeping pills still differ widely as to what happened, writes Henry Abbott. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Source Identifies Thomas As Overdose Victim Oct 29, 2008
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Officers who responded to Isiah Thomas' home after a 911 call reporting an overdose on sleeping pills found a man passed out on the floor and gave him oxygen until an ambulance arrived. A person familiar with the case has confirmed the victim was the former Knicks coach and NBA star, speaking on condition of anonymity to The Associated Press because of privacy concerns. (Click2Houston, TX)
Eight debates Oct 27, 2008
Since coming to the Knicks in 2004, Stephon Marbury has publicly clashed with his sideline bosses coaches Larry Brown and Isiah Thomas. With Mike D'Antoni taking the reins in New York, new GM Donnie Walsh noted: "If you have a problem with Mike, then the problem is probably you." Will Marbury be able to thrive in the new Knicks regime and keep his composure. (USA Today -- Sports)
* Sport Briefs Oct 27, 2008
A suburban New York police chief likened the conflicting accounts of an accidental overdose at Isiah Thomas home to a cover-up and rebuked the former New York Knicks coach on Saturday for saying it was his teenage daughter who required treatment. It wasnt his daughter, Harrison Police Chief David Hall said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Police blast Isiah for overdose 'cover-up' Oct 26, 2008
ESPN - Police liken overdose at Isiah Thomas' home to 'cover-up ... Police liken overdose at Isiah Thomas' home to 'cover-up ... Police Chief Comments On Isiah Thomas' Incident. (ESPN -- Golf News)
EASTERN CONFERENCE PREVIEW Oct 26, 2008
The experiment didn't fare so well last year, and it won't fare any better with D'Antoni's fast-paced offense replacing Isiah Thomas' methodical approach. CONTINUED 1. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Police chief rebukes Isiah Thomas Oct 26, 2008
NEW YORK A suburban police chief likened the conflicting accounts of an accidental overdose at Isiah Thomas home to a cover-up and rebuked the former New York Knicks coach Saturday for saying it was his teenage daughter who required treatment ... Isiah Thomas spoke with members of the New York Knicks organization and is OK, the Knicks said in a statement. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Former basketball star hospitalized Oct 26, 2008
Former New York Knicks head coach Isiah Thomas attends the premiere of 'Miracle at St. Anna' at the Ziegfeld Theatre on September 22, 2008 in New York City ... Former basketball player and coach Isiah Thomas is recovering in a New York state hospital after suffering a mystery "overdose". (FOX23 News, NY)
Ark. anchorwoman in hospital dies after beating Oct 26, 2008
Isiah Thomas is recovering after suffering a mystery "overdose.". The actor made a surprise appearance at The Today Show host Matt Lauer's Friar's Club Roast three years after the pair clashed in a controversial interview. (FOX23.com, OK)
Police Liken OD At Thomas' Home To 'Cover Up' Oct 26, 2008
Chris McGrath/Getty ImagesIsiah Thomas ... Isiah Thomas, Police Provide Conflicting Accounts. (WNBC.com, NY)
Ian ThomsenINSIDE THE NBA Oct 25, 2008
One law of hoops history held that teams had to take their lumps before ascending the podium; think of Isiah Thomas' Pistons, who endured five years of playoff frustration before winning rings in 1989 and '90. But Boston leapfrogged from the back of the Eastern Conference line all the way to the front of the league, becoming the first champion with two newcomers (power forward Kevin Garnett and shooting guard Ray Allen) among its top three scorers -- while also incorporating an untested point... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Isiah, police conflict regarding hospital trip Oct 25, 2008
ESPN - Isiah Thomas, police differ regarding hospital trip ... Isiah Thomas, police differ regarding hospital trip ... Isiah Thomas, Police Differ Regarding Hospital Trip. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Knicks fall with Thomas back in the news at MSG Oct 25, 2008
NEW YORK - Former Knicks coach Isiah Thomas was the talk of Madison Square Garden once again on Friday night, when New York lost to the New Jersey Nets 111-110 in the preseason finale just hours after authorities were called to his home. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Source: Isiah Thomas Overdoses On Sleeping Pills... Oct 25, 2008
com - Source: Isiah Thomas Overdoses On Sleeping Pills ... Source: Isiah Thomas Overdoses On Sleeping Pills ... Source: Isiah Thomas Overdoses On Sleeping Pills. (The Drudge Report)
Isiahoverdoses? Oct 25, 2008
Isiah Thomas denies overdose reports - NBA- nbcsports ... Isiah Thomas denies overdose reports ... Isiah Thomas was fired as Knicks coach and president earlier this year. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Game 2 of World Series receives 2nd-lowest rating Oct 25, 2008
Isiah Thomas denies overdose reports. NBC Sports videos. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Confusion over possible overdose at Isiah Thomas' home Oct 25, 2008
"Isiah Thomas spoke with members of the New York Knicks organization and is ok. He is dealing with a family matter and we will have no further comment. He has asked that we respect his privacy, and we will," said the club. Thomas was fired by the Knicks on April 18 by new president Donnie Walsh, ending his disastrous two-year tenure as head coach. (ABC 7 News, DC)
After so many years, Moyer makes his Series pitch Oct 25, 2008
By BEN WALKER, AP Baseball Writer Ben Walker, Ap Baseball Writer. AP Philadelphia Phillies' Jamie Moyer is seen before Game 2 of the baseball World Series against the Tampa. (Yahoo News)
Report: McAllister, Smith violated steroids policy Oct 25, 2008
By BRETT MARTEL, AP Sports Writer Brett Martel, Ap Sports Writer. AP In this Oct. 7, 2008, file photo, New Orleans Saints defensive end Will Smith is shown during a football. (Yahoo News)
Ambulance at Isiah's Home Oct 25, 2008
NEW YORK (AP) - A 47-year-old man was taken to the hospital and treated for an accidental overdose of sleeping pills Friday at the suburban home of former New York Knicks coach Isiah Thomas, police said. Police would not identify the victim, except to give his age. (WTVR.com, VA)
Report: Thomas was overdose victim Oct 25, 2008
NBA Isiah Thomas, the former Knicks president and head coach, was taken from his Purchase, N.Y., home by ambulance and hospitalized early yesterday after he accidentally overdosed on sleeping pills, the New York Times is reporting. After a day of conflicting reports, a person directly involved confirmed it was Thomas. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Ambulance Called to Ex-Knicks Coach Home Oct 25, 2008
(NEW YORK) An ambulance was called to the suburban home of former New York Knicks coach Isiah Thomas, and someone there was taken to a hospital. The ambulance responded to the 911 call early Friday, Harrison Police Department Officer Vincent Lanzillotti said. (Time.com)
Expert: Forget voting, settle election on the court! Oct 17, 2008
If she had to pick someone in basketball whom she's most like, it probably would be Isiah Thomas, the little man who would do anything to win. And did. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Times are a-changin' in athletics Oct 15, 2008
It is a sports story that painfully tugs at decades of rich tradition and enduring memories (Pete Maravich, Michael Jordan, Tom Henderson, Elvin Hayes, Isiah Thomas. . (Honolulu Advertiser)
FANTASY: Ranking the top point guards Oct 11, 2008
Hornets point guard Chris Paul produced a season second only to Isiah Thomas in terms of its overall excellence last year ... The other guy to accomplish this feat was Isiah Thomas in 1983-84 (also at the age of 22), but Paul averaged just 2. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Still sour around Apple Oct 5, 2008
"The Knicks fired coach/general manager Isiah Thomas, and hired longtime NBA executive Donnie Walsh and successful coach Mike D'Antoni to cure their woes. The drama, however, didn't leave town with Thomas.Talented yet extremely troubled guard Stephon Marbury is still on the roster and is laughing at the idea of getting bought out of the final year of his contract, worth $23 million. Good luck trading "Starbury," who is scrimmaging with the second team now.Center Eddy Curry has yet to practice... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
training camp Oct 4, 2008
And after only a few minutes of watching, it was blatantly obvious that this is going to be a decidedly different version of the Knicks than the teams that have not had a winning season since the 2000-01 and were a complete debacle under former coach Isiah Thomas. "Every day is important," said D'Antoni. (Community News Weekly, NY)
Knicks G Houston sits out, taking comeback slow Oct 3, 2008
Former coach Isiah Thomas never seemed comfortable having Houston in camp, admitting that he only gave his former Detroit teammate a chance because of what he accomplished as a Knick. But it's different with D'Antoni, who constantly raves about Houston's shooting. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Starbury done with NY? Sep 24, 2008
Marbury had numerous conflicts with former Knicks coaches Larry Brown and Isiah Thomas. The low point may have been in November 2007, when Marbury left without permission and returned to New York while the team was in Phoenix for a game. (ESPN -- Golf News)
The Front Row: Starbury on his way out Sep 24, 2008
He arrived in New York as Isiah Thomas big score the prime-time New Yorker who knew what it meant to play in Madison Square Garden. Dozens of losses and an embarrassing sexual harrassment trial hung over everything, with Marbury s game deteriorating to an unrecognizable degree. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
They paid him what?!? Sep 16, 2008
The follies of Isiah Thomas are many and costly (Jerome James will make $6. 2 million, Malik Rose will make $7. (MSNBC -- Sports)
WERTHEIM: Fifty parting shots Sep 16, 2008
Now Novak Djokovic can relate to Willie Randolph, A-Rod, Carlos Delgado, Isiah Thomas, Tom Coughlin and the rest of 'em. The New York crowds are tough. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Paul ForresterINSIDE THE NBA Sep 11, 2008
Given all of that, turning the keys over to Brown this season isn't the worst idea, especially considering the fact that working for Isiah Thomas is no way for anyone to end a career. Rick Carlisle, Dallas Mavericks. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Toronto Teams Lead In Recycling Sep 10, 2008
Or you could opt for Brendan Malone, who coaxed 21 wins out of the expansion Raptors, but was canned (prematurely, perhaps) because he did not get along with then-general manager Isiah Thomas. Alas, we're pretty sure nobody is pining for Darrell Walker or Kevin O'Neill. (National Post)
Class acts: Vitale, Dantley among honorees Sep 6, 2008
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. BY VINCE ELLIS FREE PRESS SPORTS WRITER September 6, 2008. (Detroit Free Press)
Pac-10 Olympic Spotlight: Basketball Aug 16, 2008
2) behind Magic Johnson, John Stockton, Oscar Robertson and Isiah Thomas. (Courtesy of www. (Pac-10.org)
Bobcats to open against Cavs Aug 7, 2008
He joins Herb Williams, who was retained after the firing of Isiah Thomas, and former Phoenix Suns assistants Phil Weber and Dan D'Antoni. All rights reserved. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Ex-NBA executive named president of MSG Sports Jul 30, 2008
NEW YORK -- Scott O'Neil was hired Tuesday as president of Madison Square Garden Sports, replacing Steve Mills, who came under fire last summer in the embarrassing sexual harassment trial involving former Knicks coach Isiah Thomas. Both Thomas and former MSG executive Anucha Browne Sanders, who was awarded $11. (ESPN -- NHL)
Soprano family values Jul 30, 2008
Steve Mills was responsible for hiring both Isiah Thomas and Anucha Browne Sanders so it w.. Ugly night for the Yankees, but those are bound to happen. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
THOMSEN: Why Boston Garden is my favorite venue Jul 24, 2008
The Boston Garden was sports' dive bar - Favorite Venues - SI.com. Posted: Wednesday July 23, 2008 12:02PM; Updated: Wednesday July 23, 2008 1:46PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Friends... and enemies Jul 19, 2008
Matty Blake "argues" why Isiah Thomas should remain right where he is with the Knicks ... Matty breaks down the NBA playoffs and prank calls Isiah Thomas ... In this week's show, Matty Blake "argues" why Isiah Thomas should remain right where he is. (MSNBC -- Sports)
History lessons Jul 18, 2008
Thus, four people on UK's roster were never seen by most of you about to vote in this contest, which might make Indiana a slight favorite based on the strength of its backcourt Isiah Thomas and Steve Alford and Scott May's afro. But again, it's up to you. (CBS News)
Ex-coach finds her calling in CBA Jul 18, 2008
Could have sworn Isiah Thomas guided that league into extinction years ago, but apparently not. Johnson-Klein is going to be the team's head of promotions, or perhaps marketing, or maybe sales. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Artest Seeking Trade Jul 14, 2008
ESPN - Artest hopes for trade from Kings, will act as own agent - NBA. Artest hopes for trade from Kings, will act as own agent - NBA. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Guest conductors Jul 13, 2008
Mark Aguirre '04 James Augustine '06 Elton Brand '00 Dee Brown '06 Cory Carr '99 Tyson Chandler '01, '03, '05 Quianna Chaney '08 Dave Cowens '05 Eddy Curry '01 Terry Cummings '00 Chris Duhon '05 Bryce Drew '01 Michael Finley '99 Sylvia Fowles '08 Ron Harper '99 Steve Kerr '98 Bob Love '98 Corey Maggette '99 Tracy McGrady '00 Chas Melvin '08 Brad Miller '03 Scottie Pippen '98, '07 Jalen Rose '02, '03 Isiah Thomas '04 Tyrus Thomas '06 Norm Van Lier '01 Dwayne Wade '03 Antoine Walker '01 Bill... (ESPN -- Baseball)
Teflon Brett exposed as one of most selfish Jul 6, 2008
I can almost smell Isiah Thomas' daft hand in this ludicrous contract. - Red Sox manager Terry Francona is becoming Tuna Jr., and everything that it implies. (New Haven Register, CT)
Evaluating draft will take time, patience Jun 30, 2008
KNICKS: With the possible exception of Isiah Thomas, everyone is pulling for Danilo Gallinari, whose adjustment will be lengthy and arduous. So once Knicks fans stop booing, here's some advice: Grow up. (NJ.com)
Knicks' top pick Gallinari ready for NY pressure Jun 28, 2008
Walsh said he got a strong recommendation from former coach Isiah Thomas after a European scouting trip, citing Gallinari's poise in crunch time at such a young age. "Basically at the end of games, they gave him the ball and he made the plays," Walsh said. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Family ties have Gallinari feeling at ease Jun 28, 2008
"There's a very good chance he will look lost," said Kevin Wilson, the Knicks director of international scouting who, along with Isiah Thomas, pushed for Gallinari. "Anyone can look lost. It's a big spotlight, big stage. Great thing about this kid: He's not afraid of this stage. That's one of the big motivating factors in choosing him. He's not afraid of the big stage.". (NJ.com -- Sports)
Knicks take Italian teenager with No. 6 pick Jun 27, 2008
Knicks fans, already an impatient bunch, recently endured an especially repellent season that began with a federal jury finding that MSG and former Knicks coach and president Isiah Thomas sexually harassed a former employee and ended in the Knicks seventh straight losing season, a 23-59 effort. Despite all the lottery finishes, the Knicks havent made much headway in recent drafts. (MSNBC -- Sports)
The Front Row: The best day of the year Jun 27, 2008
The New Yorkers even booed Stuart Scott just for casually mentioning Isiah Thomas. Fun for the whole family. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
ESPN makes nice -- and blah, blah, boring Jun 27, 2008
When the Pistons drafted Indiana's D.J. White, Scott noted it as the first time the Pistons have taken a Hoosier since Isiah Thomas ... Isiah Thomas helped destroy and embarrass the New York Knicks ... Why shouldn't the fans boo Isiah Thomas. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Knicks order Italian with their first pick Jun 27, 2008
When it came time to make the decision, D'Antoni said it was the Knicks scouts -- including Isiah Thomas and his staff -- who talked him into taking Gallinari. "Our scouts loved him," he said. (NJ.com -- Sports)
Jason Kidd Named to USA Olympic Team Jun 24, 2008
2) behind Magic Johnson, John Stockton, Oscar Robertson and Isiah Thomas. This selection marks Kidd's second appearance on the U.S. Olympic team after serving as a tri-captain at the Sydney Games in 2000, leading Team USA to a gold medal. (Calbears.com)
Playoffs recap Jun 22, 2008
Basketball News: NBA & Fantasy Stories, Teams, Stats & Scores - USATODAY.com. 06/18/2008 - Updated 01:10 PM ET. (USA Today -- Sports)
Knicks Hire NBA's All-Time Leading Scorer Jun 22, 2008
According to team president Isiah Thomas, all the details of Abdul-Jabbar's employment status have not yet been worked out. Abdul-Jabbar, 56, formerly known as Lew Alcindor, has been trying to find a job in the NBA after working as an assistant coach with the Clippers at the end of the 1999-00 season. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Opinion: Beasley or Rose: Whos No. 1? Jun 21, 2008
In this day and age, I would go point guard, but he better really be good, said Daly, who coached standout point guard Isiah Thomas with the Pistons. Hed better be an all-star, and that encompasses a lot of things: his physique to take the pounding, his decision-making and what kind of shooter he is. (MSNBC -- Sports)
D'Antoni retains Williams, hires brother Jun 21, 2008
NEW YORK (AP) -The New York Knicks added three assistants to coach Mike D'Antoni's staff Friday, retaining Herb Williams from Isiah Thomas' crew and signing former Suns assistants Phil Weber and Dan D'Antoni. "We have three top quality assistant coaches that will be great assets as we work toward our goal of bringing winning basketball back to New York,'' said Donnie Walsh, the Knicks' president of basketball operations. "Phil and Dan enjoyed tremendous success with coach D'Antoni in Phoenix,... (MSNBC -- Sports)
