Fore! Woods' split with GM a warning for athletes Nov 30, 2008
LeBron James ($28 million in endorsements according to Sports Illustrated's 2007 figures), Peyton Manning ($13 million) and those in the top-circle elite don't have so much to worry about because, like Woods, they have multiple deals spread over several industries. As for everyone else, well, Ganis figures they will feel the pain. (Anchorage Daily News)
LeBron sinks Bucks Nov 30, 2008
Morry Gash / APCleveland's LeBron James goes up for a shot against Milwaukee's Charlie Villanueva ... MILWAUKEE - LeBron James expects his team to look to him late in close games. (MSNBC -- Sports)
GAME REPORT: Cavaliers 97, Bucks 85 Nov 30, 2008
CLE: LeBron James shot good ... CLE: LeBron James free throw good ... CLE: LeBron James shot good. (USA Today -- Sports)
Cavs Off To Strong Start Nov 30, 2008
Small forward LeBron James astounds crowds and critics on a nightly basis, while Mo Williams and Zydrunas Ilgauskas are both averaging 15 points per game. Daniel Gibson and Wally Szczerbiak are combining for more than 16 points off the bench, while Ben Wallace and Anderson Varejao continue harrassing post players and rebounding effectively. (Suite101.com)
Houston's McGrady to miss two games Nov 30, 2008
(Sports Network) - LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers will take their show to the road tonight against the Milwaukee Bucks at the Bradley Center. The Cavaliers have won four straight to improve to 13-3 this season and handed the Golden State Warriors a 112-97 loss on Friday night at Quicken Loans Arena. (ABC 7 News, DC)
NBA: Portland still perfect at home Nov 30, 2008
CLEVELAND LeBron James scored 23 points, Zydrunas Ilgauskas added a season-high 21, and Cleveland matched the best home start in franchise history by beating Golden State. Cleveland (13-3) has won 12 of 13 and is a league-best 9-0 at home, equaling its top home start, first set in 1976-77 and repeated in 1991-92. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Knicks set Garden record Nov 30, 2008
Cavaliers 97, Bucks 85 - LeBron James scored 11 straight points late in the fourth quarter and finished with 32 in Cleveland's victory over host Milwaukee. Michael Redd returned after missing 14 games with a right ankle sprain to lead the Bucks with 20 points. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Forecast is OK for Thunder Nov 30, 2008
"LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Carmelo Anthony, and Carlos Boozer have all played in two Olympics. Kobe Bryant will be 34 in 2012. Chris Paul and Chris Bosh have played on the last three US teams.According to Colangelo, three-quarters of the players said after the Olympics that they wanted to return for London. However, he understands that those statements were made at an emotional time, when the Americans had won their first gold medal in eight years."There is no timetable here," said Colangelo.... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
At least Browns coach Crennel has options Nov 30, 2008
-e_STnS Great stuff last week from LeBron James and Charles Barkley. After Barkley said James should just "shut the hell up" about where he'd like to play when his sentence in Cleveland runs out, James responded by calling Barkley "stupid." I for one can't wait until James and Barkley put a classy ending to their feud by going on "Maury" and fighting to the death over an unemployed pregnant girl. (Erie Times-News, PA)
The Week's Winners And Losers Nov 30, 2008
THE WEEK'S WINNERS AND LOSERS - New York Post. Sunday, November 30, 2008 Last Update: 08:40 AM EST. (New York Post -- Business)
Charles Barkley trades barbs with Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James Nov 29, 2008
Get stats from every NBA game LeBron James has played ... Charles Barkley had a message for LeBron James this week ... The comments echoed what Barkley said on Dan Patrick's nationally syndicated radio show on Wednesday when he said, "If I was LeBron James, I would shut the hell up." On Friday, James shook his head when asked about the comments. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Cleveland Cavaliers overpower Warriors for victory Nov 29, 2008
Get stats from every NBA game LeBron James has played ... Friday, LeBron James sat out the entire fourth quarter for the third consecutive game after putting up 23 points, seven rebounds, eight assists and three steals in less than 31 minutes. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Blazers perfect at home Nov 29, 2008
LeBron James had only two words to describe TNT NBA studio show analyst Charles Barkley: "He's stupid. That's all I've got to say about that." Barkley, speaking on both TNT's NBA studio show and Dan Patrick's radio show, said the Cavaliers star isn't showing respect for Cleveland fans and his teammates by discussing his possible free agency following the 2010 season. James, under contract for two more seasons, was bombarded with questions about his future when the Cavaliers visited New York to... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Ray Ratto: Marbury next for Nelson? Nov 29, 2008
It's hard enough to guard LeBron James when you're trying, but with the Warriors, where defense is an ungraded elective. well, you know. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Crawford awaits Garden party Nov 29, 2008
Saturday, November 29, 2008. (11-29) 04:00 PST Cleveland. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Barkley sounds off on LeBron Nov 29, 2008
While tackling a number of NBA topics, Stephen A. Smith says he thinks it's close to a done deal that LeBron James will be a Knick in 2010 ... "If I was LeBron James, I would shut the hell up," Barkley said in the Wednesday interview. (ESPN -- Golf News)
No comments posted. Nov 29, 2008
CLEVELAND (AP) LeBron James scored 23 points, Zydrunas Ilgauskas added a season-high 21, and Cleveland matched the best home start in franchise history by beating Golden State. Cleveland (13-3) has won 12 of 13 and is a league-best 9-0 at home, equaling its top home start, first set in 1976-77 and repeated in 1991-92. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
LeBron leads Cavs to record-tying home start Nov 29, 2008
Mark Duncan / APLeBron James (23) shoots a three-point attempt over Corey Maggette (50) in the third quarter ... CLEVELAND - LeBron James sure does look comfortable in Cleveland right now. (MSNBC -- Politics)
LeBron James calls Barkley 'stupid' for criticizing him Nov 29, 2008
NEWS AND INFORMATION. INSIDE THE NBA: 2008-09. (USA Today -- Sports)
LeBron James Blasts Charles Barkley Nov 29, 2008
"If I was LeBron James, I would shut the hell up," the Hall of Famer said on Patrick's show. "I'm a big LeBron fan. He's a stud. You gotta give him his props. I'm getting so annoyed he's talking about what he's going to do in two years. I think it's disrespectful to the game. I think it's disrespectful to the Cavaliers.". (ABC 7 News, DC)
Leaning on old reliable Nov 29, 2008
UPDATED: :02 a.m. PDT, November 29, 2008. Blazers by OregonLive. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Sorenstam, Stanford fall at Lexus Cup Nov 29, 2008
LeBron James scored 23 points, Zydrunas Ilgauskas added a season-high 21, and the host Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Golden State Warriors 112-97. Chris Bosh had 30 points and 10 rebounds, Jason Kapono scored 16 points and the host Toronto Raptors beat the Atlanta Hawks 93-88. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Stanford Grad Gives $33M For Stem Cell Research Nov 29, 2008
LeBron James sat out the entire 4th quarter as Cleveland coasted to a 112-97 victory over the Warriors. Markets. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
New York's NBA franchise is missing in action Nov 29, 2008
D'Antoni has five months to pull it together, and he and Walsh seem to have sold Knicks fans on the idea that the next two years will be a slow boat to LeBron James, a free agent in 2010. So relax and watch the sideshow. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Meyer's Mailbag: Can't-miss college star Nov 29, 2008
However, at the LeBron James Skills Academy, that is exactly what Pressey did. He impressed with his creative and precise passing. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Iverson apologizes for taking holiday Nov 29, 2008
James fires back at 'stupid' Barkley LeBron James reacted strongly to Charles Barkley's comments that the Cavaliers star isn't showing respect for Cleveland fans and his teammates by discussing his possible free agency following the 2010 season. "He's stupid. That's all I've got to say about that," James said. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Good vibes returning to Cleveland Cavaliers shooter Wally Szczerbiak Nov 28, 2008
Get stats from every NBA game LeBron James has played. TALK ABOUT IT. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
LeBron, Microsoft sever marketing partnership Nov 28, 2008
ESPN - LeBron James no longer teaming with Microsoft ... LeBron James no longer teaming with Microsoft. (ESPN -- Golf News)
* LeBron, Microsoft cut connection Nov 28, 2008
The Cleveland Cavaliers LeBron James goes up for a shot past the Oklahoma City Thunders Kevin Durant during the first quarter of their NBA game in Cleveland, Ohio, on Wednesday ... NBA superstar LeBron James and Microsoft Corp have lost their Internet connection. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* NBA: Pistons return to form to top Knicks Nov 28, 2008
New York appears to be positioning itself to make a run at future free agents, mainly Clevelands LeBron James, who heads a star-studded group set to become available in 2010 ... At Cleveland, LeBron James played just 17 minutes, tying his career low, and scored 14 points as Cleveland rolled over Oklahoma City. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
LeBron no longer teaming with Microsoft Nov 28, 2008
LeBron James and Microsoft have lost their internet connection. The NBA superstar and the software giant have ended a two-year marketing partnership. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Eagles ready for Rumble on the Ridge Nov 28, 2008
and now plays alongside Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James. Those names are just a few of the big time basketball players who have played in the rumble and this year is no different. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
The lighter side of sports Nov 28, 2008
While the kids plug in NBA 08 to ooh and aah over how real it looks when Kobe Bryant dunks or LeBron James runs the court and finishes, Morey plugs in for more serious purposes. "Say if you're thinking about acquiring Ron Artest," Morey said from Maui where he was evaluating talent in person at the Maui Classic college tournament. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Gameday: A question & answer session with receiver James Rodgers Nov 28, 2008
A: I like Dwyane Wade, LeBron James. My all-time greatest is Michael Jordan. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
CEO Grousbeck energized by Celtics Nov 28, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Cleveland Cavaliers' turnovers way down and accordingly, winning is way up Nov 27, 2008
Get stats from every NBA game LeBron James has played ... LeBron James is averaging the fewest turnovers per game in his career, Mo Williams his fewest in three seasons and Delonte West his fewest since his rookie year in 2004-05. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James scores 14 points in easy win over Oklahoma City Nov 27, 2008
Get stats from every NBA game LeBron James has played ... LeBron James needed to play just 17 minutes, scoring 14 points, in the win. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
LeBron, Microsoft part ways Nov 27, 2008
LeBron James had a two-year marketing partnership with Microsoft. The Microsoft executive who signed James resigned earlier in the year. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Phoenix ends Twin Cities skid Shaq has 18 points, 10 boards Nov 27, 2008
Cavaliers 117, Thunder 82: LeBron James played just 17 minutes, tying his career low, and scored 14 points as Cleveland remained undefeated at home in eight games. Zydrunas Ilgauskas led the Cavs with 17 points, and all 12 players on the Cleveland roster scored. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Ocho Cinco acknowledges benching was merited Nov 27, 2008
"It's too early to tell whether the latest problem will sway owner to consider dealing the receiver, who is under contract for two more seasons. The Bengals (1-9-1) rank last in the NFL in total offense, and some players are expecting an overhaul. Pro Bowl receiver is a free agent after the season, but the Bengals could use their franchise tag to keep him.Ocho Cinco expects to be around for the rest of his contract, which runs out a few months after Cleveland Cavaliers player LeBron James is... (ESPN -- Football News)
Ocho Cinco hasnt learned from benching Nov 27, 2008
Ocho Cinco expects to be around for the rest of his contract, which runs out a few months after Cleveland Cavaliers player LeBron James is eligible to become a free agent as well. When LeBron is out (of Cleveland), Im out too. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NBA: LeBron James still looks right at home in Cleveland Nov 27, 2008
The World Link: NBA: LeBron James still looks right at home in Cleveland. NBA: LeBron James still looks right at home in Cleveland ... From Left: John Vernazza, Greg Kutzil and Adrew Gizzo, all from Eastchester, N.Y., show their appreciation for Cleveland Cavaliers LeBron James during an NBA basketball game between the New York Knicks and the Cavaliers, on Tuesday at Madison Square Garden in New York. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Hickson helps out as LeBron rests Nov 27, 2008
Advertisements The Associated Press LeBron James played just 17 minutes, tying his career low, as the Cleveland Cavaliers rolled to a 117-82 victory over the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night. James scored 14 points. (News & Observer -- Sports)
James, Microsoft go their separate ways Nov 27, 2008
Advertisements The Associated Press CLEVELAND - LeBron James and Microsoft have lost their Internet connection. The NBA superstar and the software giant have ended a two-year marketing partnership. (News & Observer -- Sports)
With Deron Williams back, Jazz run past Grizzlies Nov 27, 2008
At Cleveland, LeBron James played just 17 minutes, tying his career low, and scored 14 points as the Cavaliers improved to 12-3 for the first time in franchise history and remained undefeated at home in eight games. Oklahoma City (1-15) has the worst record in the NBA and lost its 13th straight game. (International Herald Tribune)
Barkley: LeBron should keep quiet Nov 27, 2008
Knicks fans made a play for LeBron James on Tuesday ... Charles Barkley says LeBron James should stop talking about where he will sign in two years ... "If I was LeBron James, I would shut the hell up," Barkley said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
National Basketball Association: Roundup of Tuesday games Nov 27, 2008
Ray Stubblebine/Reuters Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James bringing the ball up court against the New York Knicks on Tuesday at Madison Square Garden in New York ... NEW YORK (AP) - The Knicks have two years to convince LeBron James they can be a title contender. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Microsoft, LeBron James end partnership Nov 27, 2008
CLEVELAND - LeBron James and Microsoft Corp. have lost their Internet connection ... Fortune Magazine estimated LeBron James has about $170 million in endorsements overall, including deals with Nike, Coca-Cola and Upper Deck. (AZCentral -- Business)
Here's giving thanks for a lot of nonsense Nov 27, 2008
-- Because there's no such thing as a free lunch: America would be willing to endure the notion of LeBron James the Knick only if the team had to keep Stephon Marbury. -- Claude Lemieux signed with the Sharks only because Stan Mikita told Doug Wilson he was having people over for the holiday. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Soprano family values Nov 27, 2008
Latest News, Sports, Entertainment, Politics, Opinions and Gossip - NY Daily News. NY Daily News Home Delivery. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Blazers romp to 106-68 victory over Heat Nov 27, 2008
Dwyane Wade, the NBA's second-leading scorer behind LeBron James, scored a season-low 12 points. Reserve Marcus Banks had 11 in the Heat's lowest-scoring game this season. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
BC yields to pressure Nov 27, 2008
Q-Tip, and Julia Stiles showed up for the LeBron James circus when the Knicks hosted the Cavaliers. Instead, it was largely a scattered pack of Boilermakers' faithful. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Lewis rescues Magic Nov 27, 2008
Cavaliers 117, Thunder 82 - LeBron James scored 14 points while playing just 17 minutes, tying his career low, as host Cleveland handed Oklahoma City its 13th straight loss. Hawks 102, Bucks 96 - Joe Johnson scored only 15 points, but his nine assists helped set up Al Horford (21 points) and other scorers as host Atlanta beat Milwaukee. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Bosh does the heavy lifting for Toronto Nov 27, 2008
Bosh isn't eligible for free agency until July 1, 2010, part of a free-agent group highlighted by LeBron James and including Dwyane Wade and Amare Stoudemire. To that end, teams such as the New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons and New Jersey Nets have already started shipping out contracts to create maximum payroll flexibility for that market. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Cleveland Cavaliers cruise to victory over New York Knicks Nov 26, 2008
Get stats from every NBA game LeBron James has played ... Wearing a brand new pair of LeBron James' Big Apple-themed shoes, Spike Lee stopped the first reporter he knew to ask what James had said in his pregame media session. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Barnes keys Suns' win Thunder coach Brooks loses in home debut Nov 26, 2008
Cavaliers 119, Knicks 101: LeBron James scored 26 points before sitting out the fourth quarter, and Cleveland quickly took a charged-up New York crowd out of the game. Delonte West added 16 points and Wally Szczerbiak had 15 for the Cavaliers, who rang up their highest point total of the season and put seven players in double figures. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
LeBron gets hero's welcome, Cavs roll in New York Nov 26, 2008
LeBron James can become a free agent that day, and the Knicks hope they can offer him a chance to be on a title contender. He might not have to leave Cleveland for that. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Lakers breeze to 12-1 with 120-93 romp over Nets Nov 26, 2008
The other was LeBron James. ADVERTISEMENT. (Anchorage Daily News)
Knicks trade official, but Mobley's status unclear Nov 26, 2008
Coach Mike D'Antoni said before the game he was "anxious'' about Mobley's status, but didn't have much other information.However, the Knicks had plenty of reason to want the deal to go through, anyway.The trade, combined with the one hours earlier that sent Jamal Crawford to Golden State for Al Harrington, allowed the Knicks to clear more than $27 million of salary cap space for the summer of 2010, when LeBron James could become a free agent.Harrington practiced Monday and got in the game... (MSNBC -- Sports)
LeBron 'Flattered' by Attention, But Focus on Cavs Nov 26, 2008
Washington - ven Spike Lee, that noted Knicks superfan, was a LeBron James guy Tuesday night. And when New York guard Nate Robinson saw the producer had turned traitor and was wearing a pair of the special red "Big Apple" sneakers James was debuting for this game, he immediately began stepping on Lee's foot. (ABC 7 News, DC)
LeBron leads Cavs to blowout of Knicks Nov 26, 2008
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Thomas loses Magic support Nov 26, 2008
The Knicks, though, did not expect Cuttino Mobley to play Tuesday night against the Cavaliers and LeBron James. The Knicks acquired Thomas and Mobley for Randolph and Mardy Collins in the trade on Friday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
A welcome win Nov 26, 2008
ALSO TUESDAYCAVALIERS 119, KNICKS 101: LeBron James scored 26 points before sitting out the fourth quarter, and Cleveland quickly took a charged-up New York crowd out of the game. Delonte West added 16 points and Wally Szczerbiak had 15 for the Cavaliers, who rang up their highest points total of the season and put seven players in double figures, showing they may have more help than ever for James, the NBA's leading scorer. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Tapscott's debut boosts Wizards Nov 26, 2008
Cavaliers 119, Knicks 101 - LeBron James might never have an easier night at Madison Square Garden, whether he plays for the Knicks or not. James scored 26 points before sitting out the fourth quarter, and the Cavaliers quickly took a charged-up New York crowd out of the game. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
You can apply for credit here Nov 26, 2008
We know LeBron James goes for 30-7-7 every night. That's points, rebounds and assists for you basketball novices out there. (Erie Times-News, PA)
