Famous folks Web thread tells interesting stories of visits Nov 19, 2008
Shaquille O Neal, LSU and NBA basketball star, has visited several times. Famed author James Lee Burke has a home here. (New Iberia, LA)
Lakers beat Bulls 116-109 Nov 19, 2008
Los Angeles Lakers' Pau Gasol of Spain (R) goes up to shoot against Chicago Bulls' Ben Gordon during their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Nov. 18, 2008. Finally,Lakers won Bulls 116-109. (Xinhuanet, China)
With Cuban watching, Mavericks rout Bobcats 100-83 Nov 19, 2008
Charlotte Bobcats' D.J. Augustin (14) drives past Dallas Mavericks' Erick Dampier (25) and Dirk Nowitzki, of Germany, left, in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
SEC sues NBA team owner over alleged insider trading Nov 18, 2008
NEW YORK - Billionaire Mark Cuban, the owner of the Dallas Mavericks NBA basketball team, was sued by US regulators over claims he made illegal insider trades four years ago in shares of Internet search firm Inc.. Cuban, 50, became "very upset and angry" in 2004 after the company told him in confidence it planned to sell stock below its trading price, the Securities and Exchange Commission said in a civil suit yesterday in federal court in Dallas. (Boston Globe)
Cleveland Cavaliers keep focus on the road ahead Nov 18, 2008
CLEVELAND CAVALIERSCavs NBA Basketball News, Pictures, Scores, Schedules /div. CAVALIERS COVERAGE. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Jazz end 3-game skid with win over Suns Nov 18, 2008
Douglas C. Pizac / APPhoenix Suns center Shaquille O'Neal (32) puts the ball through the hoop against the Utah Jazz during the second quarter of the NBA basketball game Monday, Nov. 17, 2008, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Douglas C. Pizac). (MSNBC -- Sports)
Fires threaten more multimillion dollar homes Nov 18, 2008
The community of large estates featuring Roman columns, lion statues, tennis courts and swimming pools is where celebrities like Snoop Dog and some NBA basketball players live. "I've lived here nine years, and I've never seen anything like this," said Dr. Tommy Lu, as he packed his car in the courtyard of his 6,000-square-foot mansion on Vista Court, which has a panoramic view of the hills. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Garnett banned for 1 game without pay after hit00004000ting Bogut Nov 18, 2008
Boston Celtics forward Kevin Garnett yells before taking on the Toronto Raptors in their NBA Basketball game in Boston, Massachusetts Nov. 10, 2008. Garnett has been handed a one-game suspension without pay for striking Milwaukee Bucks center Andrew Bogut in the face on Saturday. (Xinhuanet, China)
Comcast to Roll Out Extreme 50 Mbps High-Speed Internet Service in Oregon and Southwest Washington in December Nov 18, 2008
Comcast also has a majority ownership in Comcast-Spectacor, whose major holdings include the Philadelphia Flyers NHL hockey team, the Philadelphia 76ers NBA basketball team and two large multipurpose arenas in Philadelphia. Source: Comcast Corporation. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Yao, T-Mac lead Rockets to 91-82 win over Hornets Nov 16, 2008
David J. Phillip / APHouston Rockets' Yao Ming (11), of China, reaches for the ball as New Orleans Hornets' Tyson Chandler (6) shoots during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip). (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pistons deal Lakers first loss of season Nov 16, 2008
Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant (R) lines up on the free throw line beside Detroit Pistons Rasheed Wallace during their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Nov. 14, 2008. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Melo, Billups lead Nuggets past Celtics, 94-85 Nov 15, 2008
Denver Nuggets forward Carmelo Anthony, center, drives to the basket against Boston Celtics guard Paul Pierce, right, and Boston Celtics center Kendrick Perkins (43) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Boston. Friday, Nov. 14, 2008. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Duncan scores 22 points, Spurs beat Rockets Nov 15, 2008
Houston Rockets forward Luis Scola, right, of Argentina, defends San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) during the first quarter of their NBA basketball game in San Antonio, Friday, Nov. 14, 2008 ... during the second quarter of their NBA basketball game in San Antonio, Friday, Nov. 14, 2008. (Florida Times-Union)
Iverson, Wallace lead Pistons past Warriors Nov 14, 2008
Detroit Pistons' Allen Iverson, right, drives past Golden State Warriors' Corey Maggette (50) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, in Oakland, Calif. Iverson, Wallace lead Pistons past Warriors. (Anchorage Daily News)
Rockets soar over Suns in near brawl Nov 14, 2008
Houston Rockets guard Rafer Alston (2nd L) is grabbed by Phoenix Suns guard Steve Nash (C) of Canada as Suns guard Leandro Barbosa (R) of Brazil and Rockets guard Tracy McGrady (1) look on during the third quarter of their NBA basketball game in Phoenix, Arizona November 12, 2008. Rockets beat Suns 94-82. (Xinhuanet, China)
Blazers get Oden back, beat Heat Nov 13, 2008
Portland Trail Blazers' Rudy Fernandez, right, looks for an open teammate as the Miami Heat's Daequan Cook, left, puts on the pressure in the first half of an NBA basketball game on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008 in Miami. Blazers get Oden back, beat Heat. (Anchorage Daily News)
Lakers 7-0, Paul Pierce delivers Hawks first loss Nov 13, 2008
Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce (34) celebrates his go-ahead shot with Eddie House in the final seconds an NBA basketball game against the Atlanta Hawks, Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, in Boston. The Celtics won 103-102. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Lakers extend winning streak to seven Nov 13, 2008
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant directs the offense against the Dallas Mavericks in the first half of their NBA basketball game in Dallas, Texas November 11, 2008. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Iverson beats Kings for first win with Pistons Nov 12, 2008
Detroit Pistons guard Allen Iverson, foreground, looks to pass off against Sacramento Kings forward Jason Thompson during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Sacramento, Calif. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008. (Anchorage Daily News)
Wade rallies Heat past Nets Nov 11, 2008
Miami Heat guard Daequan Cook (14) tries to elude New Jersey Nets guard Vince Carter, right, during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, in Miami. Wade rallies Heat past Nets. (Anchorage Daily News)
• Pierce scores 32 in Celtics 94-87 win over Raptors Nov 11, 2008
Boston Celtics guard Paul Pierce (34) yells after hitting a shot late in the fourth quarter of their NBA basketball game against the Toronto Raptors in Boston, Monday, Nov. 10, 2008. Pierce scored 36 points in the Celtics 94-87 win. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Bad second half sinks Bobcats Nov 10, 2008
Toronto Raptors center Jermaine O'Neal (6) shoots over Charlotte Bobcats center Emeka Okafor in the first half of an NBA basketball gam in Charlotte on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008. Nell Redmond, AP. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Suns' Nash searching for rhythm Nov 10, 2008
Phoenix Suns coach Terry Porter, left, talks with guard Steve Nash in the second quarter of an NBA basketball game against the New Jersey Nets Tuesday night. The Suns won 114-86. (AZCentral -- Sports)
• Bryant, Gasol lead Lakers past Rockets Nov 10, 2008
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) falls away from Houston Rockets' Ron Artest during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill). (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Rejection! Kings rip Warriors Nov 10, 2008
Sacramento Kings center Spencer Hawes (31) blocks a shot by Golden State Warriors guard DeMarcus Nelson (20) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Sacramento, Calif. Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008. (Modesto Bee, CA)
LeBron scores 41 again against Bulls as Cavs win Nov 9, 2008
Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James goes up for a shot against the Chicago Bulls' Ben Gordon, left, in the fourth quarter during an NBA basketball game in Chicago, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008. Cleveland won the game 106-97. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Warrick helps Grizzlies beat Warriors again Nov 8, 2008
Memphis Grizzlies' Darrell Arthur, center, goes up for a shot between Golden State Warriors' Anthony Randolph (4) and Ronny Turiaf (21) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, in Oakland, Calif ... right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, in Oakland, Calif. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Shaq sits as Rose leads Bulls over Suns Nov 8, 2008
Chicago Bulls' Derrick Rose drives to the basket against Phoenix Suns' Raja Bell in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Chicago, Friday, Nov. 7, 2008 ... Chicago Bulls' Drew Gooden goes up for a shot against Phoenix Suns' Steve Nash right, and Grant Hill, left, in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Chicago, Friday, Nov., 7, 2008 ... Phoenix Suns' Robin Lopez right, battles Chicago Bulls' Aaron Gray in the first quarter during an NBA basketball game in Chicago, Friday, Nov.... (Florida Times-Union)
Martin scores 33, Kings hang on for 1st win Nov 6, 2008
Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley, left, drives around Sacramento Kings defender Mikki Moore, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Sacramento, Calif. Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008. (Anchorage Daily News)
Parker scores 55 points in Spurs' first win Nov 6, 2008
Minnesota Timberwolves' Mike Miller, right, shoots against San Antonio Spurs' Kurt Thoma, left, during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Minneapolis on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008. Parker scores 55 points in Spurs' first win. (Anchorage Daily News)
Stoudemire scores 49 as Suns beat Pacers 113-103 Nov 6, 2008
Phoenix Suns center Amare Stoudemire goes in for a dunk over Indiana Pacers forward Jeff Foster (10) during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game in Indianapolis, (Darron Cummings / AP). Phoenix Suns center Amare Stoudemire, right, drives to the basket against the Indiana Pacers forward Jeff Foster during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game in (Darron Cummings / AP) ... Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger (33) has his shot blocked by Phoenix Suns center Amare Stoudemire (1)... (Albany Times Union)
James scores 41 in Cavs' 107-93 win over Bulls Nov 6, 2008
Chicago Bulls' Joakim Noah, right, fights for a rebound with Cleveland Cavaliers' Anderson Varejao (17), from Brazil, during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Youth and Recreation Foundation hosts talk on coaches and common sense Nov 6, 2008
Special guest Bob Bigelow, former NBA basketball player and nationally known youth sports expert, will participate in the clinic. The clinic will include a presentation and discussion surrounding youth sports and will address such questions and concerns as time management for families with child athletes, playing single sports versus multiple sports, making decisions as a family unit, and whether children or parents are leading the decisions and discussions surrounding athletics. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Sports in 2 Minutes Nov 5, 2008
Wednesday, November 05, 2008 Edition. A basketball official on Monday, Nov. 3 says the Pistons have traded Billups, and Antonio McDyess to Denver for Allen Iverson. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
LeBron beats Mavs Nov 4, 2008
Tim Sharp / APCleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) shoots the ball over Dallas Mavericks forward Josh Howard during the first half in an NBA basketball game, Monday, Nov. 3, 2008 in Dallas. (AP Photo/Tim Sharp). (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bucks top Knicks, but Redd injured Nov 3, 2008
Stephen Chernin / APNew York Knicks David Lee (42) goes to the basket against Milwaukee Bucks forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, at Madison Square Garden in New York. (AP Photo/Stephen Chernin). (MSNBC -- Sports)
* NBA:Celtics outpaced in Indianapolis 95-79 Nov 3, 2008
Boston Celtics guard Paul Pierce, right, drives to the basket against Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger during the first quarter of their NBA basketball game in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Saturday. PHOTO: AP. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Stoudemire's big third quarter leads Suns to win Nov 2, 2008
Phoenix Suns guard Steve Nash takes a shot against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008, in Phoenix ... Rick Scuteri Portland Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy, right, shoots over Phoenix Suns' Amare Stoudemire during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008, in Phoenix ... Rick Scuteri Former boxer Muhammad Ali acknowledges the crowd during a timeout in an NBA basketball game between the Portland Trail... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Warriors get huge lift from Jackson in 2nd half Nov 2, 2008
New Jersey Nets center Josh Boone, right, attempts a shot as Golden State Warriors center Andris Biedrins, of Latvia, defends during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Saturday night, Nov. 1, 2008, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun) AP. By Tom CanavanThe Associated Press. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Toronto Raptors beats Milwaukee Bucks 91-87 Nov 2, 2008
Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh (4) fouls Milwaukee Bucks forward Charlie Villanueva (31) as he shoots in the first quarter during NBA basketball action in Milwaukee, Wisconsin November 1, 2008. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Paul, unbeaten Hornets beat Cavs in home opener Nov 2, 2008
New Orleans Hornets guard Chris Paul, left, passes over the reach of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Mo Williams (2) during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 ... Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) looks to pass under pressure from New Orleans Hornets forward guard Rasual Butler, left, during the first quarter of a NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 ... New Orleans Hornets mascot Hugo the Hornet takes part in activities... (Florida Times-Union)
TV SportsWatch Oct 31, 2008
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. SPEED NASCAR, Nationwide Series, practice for O'Reilly Challenge, at Fort Worth, Texas. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Paul, Hornets spoil Suns' homer opener Oct 31, 2008
New Orleans Hornets guard Chris Paul drives to the basket around Phoenix Suns guard Raja Bell, right, in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Paul Connors). (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Yao fuels Rockets to win in season opener Oct 31, 2008
Memphis Grizzlies' Marc Gasol, left, of Spain, knocks the ball away from Houston Rockets' Yao Ming, of China, during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game yesterday in Houston. (Photo: Shanghai Daily). (Xinhuanet, China)
Yao, Artest lead Rockets past Mavericks 112-102 Oct 31, 2008
Houston Rockets center Yao Ming (11) from China, shoots over Dallas Mavericks center Erick Dampier, right, in the first half of their NBA basketball game in Dallas, Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008. (AP Photo/Donna McWilliam). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Paul's poise saves Hornets in 108-103 win Oct 30, 2008
Golden State Warriors forward Corey Maggette dunks against the New Orleans Hornets in the third quarter of an NBA basketball game on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008, in Oakland, Calif. Following the play is Warriors' Al Harrington. (Anchorage Daily News)
• Bucks spoil Thunder's Oklahoma City debut Oct 30, 2008
Milwaukee Bucks forward Richard Jefferson (24) is fouled by Oklahoma City Thunder forward Joe Smith (7) as he goes up for a shot in the second quarter of an NBA basketball game in Oklahoma City, Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki). (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Yi makes strong debut for NBA Nets Oct 30, 2008
Yi Jianlian (R) of the New Jersey Nets tries to get the ball during the NBA basketball game against Washington Wizards at Verizon Center, Washington, DC, USA, Oct. 29, 2008. Nets won 95-85. (Xinhuanet, China)
Morning kickoff Oct 29, 2008
Now 25 High 31 Low 23. LOADING Oct 29, 2008 - 04:05:22 CDT Trivia answer. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Celtics beat Cavaliers in NBA regular-season opener Oct 29, 2008
Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce drives to the hoop being defended by Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James in first quarter action during their NBA Basketball game in Boston, Massachusetts October 28, 2008. Celtics beat Cavaliers 90-85. (Xinhuanet, China)
NBA season preview Oct 28, 2008
NBA Basketball News - NBA Top Stories - Breaking News Coverage - Find NBA Scores, Game Recaps, Schedules, Standings, Statistics & Commentary- nbcsports. msnbc. (MSNBC -- Sports)
As NBA season begins, so does NBA TV's new focus Oct 28, 2008
Bryan Perez started preparing for the 2008-09 NBA basketball season before the teams did. He was hired in July as the new senior vice president and general manager of NBA Digital, a division of Turner Sports. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Ten's tilt at 24-hour sports channel Oct 28, 2008
Not only has Ten just outbid Nine to win the television rights to Australian swimming, but among the network's new trump cards are the US NBA basketball, the US Major League baseball. Ten also holds the rights to the US Open golf and tennis championships and the US Masters golf. (The Age, Australia -- Breaking News)
Suns' schedule has no early breaks Oct 27, 2008
Phoenix Suns coach Terry Porter yells to his team during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Clippers in Los Angeles during the preseason. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Game on with new 24-hour sports channel Oct 27, 2008
Not only has Ten just outbid Channel Nine to win the Australian swimming rights; the network's new trump cards include the US NBA basketball, the US Major League baseball, the US Open golf and tennis championships and the US Masters golf. The 2009 AFL grand final will also be simulcast on Ten's high-definition channel and it will extend its AFL coverage to include a Monday night review program to be hosted by Stephen Quartermain and featuring Robert Walls. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Paul racks up assists with youngsters Oct 26, 2008
"I love them, I love when they ask the craziest questions. They asked 'Do you like basketball?' You never know what you are going to hear when you are out there with the kids. That's what it is all about. I think of myself as a big kid. "I think of some of the opportunities they have to meet an NBA basketball player, and I just want to give them hope. " Paul is giving them that and more. He took a break from the five-hour clinic to announce two partnerships with sponsors that will aid his Chris... (Nola.com -- Sports)
NBA Live Review Oct 24, 2008
Has EA finally produced an NBA title that looks, plays and feels like authentic NBA basketball. Or, is NBA Live 09 simply a repackaging of last year's failed attempt. (IGN PS2)
Comcast Helps Consumers Through Digital Broadcast Transition with Free Basic Cable Oct 24, 2008
Comcast also has a majority ownership in Comcast-Spectacor, whose major holdings include the Philadelphia Flyers NHL hockey team, the Philadelphia 76ers NBA basketball team and two large multipurpose arenas in Philadelphia. Editors Note: Equipment rental may be required to provide service for TVs manufactured more than approximately 25 years ago that are not cable-ready. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Using basketball to sell city Oct 23, 2008
It is part of the marquee value of having NBA basketball in this city, said president Tim Sheehy, who also traveled with the group ... You can t believe the reception for NBA basketball here, he said in an e-mail sent from China. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Howard, Magic get serious Oct 13, 2008
Tipoff is at 10:30 a.m. as the Hornets use the game to introduce NBA basketball to thousands of school children. Contact Denton at. (Florida Today)
No question who's running Warriors now Oct 13, 2008
Golden State Warriors' Monta Ellis scores against the Toronto Raptors during the second half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, March 12, 2008, in Oakland, Calif. The Warriors won, 117-106. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Bucks, business leaders head to China Oct 13, 2008
It is part of the marquee value of having NBA basketball in this city, said Tim Sheehy, president of the. China is now our third-largest export market. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Blazers drop exhibition test to Warriors Oct 10, 2008
Wednesday, October 8, 2008 11:38 PM PDT PORTLAND (AP) Kelenna Azubuike scored 18 points, all in the second half, and Brandan Wright added 16 points and the Golden State Warriors defeated the Portland Trail Blazers, 110-95, in exhibition NBA basketball Wednesday night. Portland center Greg Oden, the first pick of the 2007 draft, scored 14 points and pulled down a team-high nine rebounds. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Commentary: Theus must get with program to stick with Kings Oct 6, 2008
Sacramento Kings head coach Reggie Theus yells to a player in the third quarter of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 4, 2008, in Cleveland. The Cavaliers won 97-93. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Johnson flips over new Hawk Murray Oct 5, 2008
Anybody that doesn t understand the importance of having some veterans on the roster doesn t understand NBA basketball. Nasty fall involves Gardner, West. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
