Presidential pooch has bone to pick with Celtics Nov 17, 2008
Boston Celtics public relations director Heather Walker said Friday that Barney bit her wrist and drew blood as she tried to pat the Scottish terrier after a White House ceremony honoring the team's 17th NBA championship. It was very strange; I didn't expect him to bite me, Walker told The Associated Press of the September incident. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Spurs at the crossroads Nov 17, 2008
This is the same franchise that has hung up four NBA championship banners in AT&T Center. So it has earned some benefit of the doubt. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
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He has taken clubs to seven division titles, three conference crowns and, with Detroit in 2004, one NBA championship. Brown also ranks as the fifth-winningest coach in ABA history, going 229-107 in four seasons there. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Blazers to retire No. 30 on behalf of two players Nov 14, 2008
Gross started for Portland's 1977 NBA championship team. He played seven seasons with the Blazers (1975-82), averaging 9. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Lakers improve to 6-0 with win over Dallas Nov 12, 2008
The Lakers improved to 6-0 for the first time since the 2001-02 season, the last time they won an NBA championship. Nobody panicked, Kobe Bryant said of the Lakers' drive for the finish after they trailed by as many as 12 points earlier in the game. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
AN EARLY EXAM Nov 12, 2008
"Offense doesn't carry you to the NBA championship. We're doing a good job, and our defense has been able to keep us in games.". Last week against the Los Angeles Clippers, the Lakers went on a 22-0 fourth-quarter run to seal a 106-88 victory. (Nola.com -- Sports)
DEFENSE MECHANISM Nov 12, 2008
Having been burned by Kobe Bryant before, the Hornets acquired free-agent James Posey, fresh off an NBA championship and with the defensive prowess to help slow the reigning NBA MVP Wednesday, November 12, 2008By Nakia Hogan. James Posey is not a Kobe stopper. (Nola.com -- Sports)
SWAC Hall of Fame class includes 4 with Mississippi ties Nov 12, 2008
The point guard was picked No. 10 overall by the Detroit Pistons in 1993 and won an NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2002. Jefferson was the first sports information director at JSU, working from 1973-2002. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Paul ForresterINSIDE THE NBA Nov 11, 2008
"If you're going to win an NBA championship, [playing defense is] where you got to go. Notice I didn't say world championship, because there's no such thing. Not many have figured that out yet. ... Did any of us win a championship in Spain or Italy or Russia or any other country outside the United States? The World Series, I don't know why it's the World Series. I never have gotten it. I still don't get it and people continue to do it. One would think stubbornness or hubris or something like... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Raptors' Mitchell reflects on Celtics' Garnett Nov 11, 2008
The two reconnected in the offseason, after Garnett had won his first NBA championship. "I was telling him how proud I was," Mitchell said. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Iverson won't shoot Pistons to top Nov 9, 2008
Nevertheless, not winning an NBA championship since 2004 is what caused Pistons President Joe Dumars to make a major change last week ... Iverson is a nine-time All-Star, but he has never won an NBA championship. (Nola.com -- Sports)
MORE MY SPORTSMAN PICKS: Celtics Nov 8, 2008
The Celtics broke ceilings in becoming the first team in 59 years to win the NBA championship with an overhauled roster featuring two newcomers among its top three scorers. In a league that demands its champions to steadily climb the ladder while learning how to win as a team, the Celtics' instant commitment to each other was unprecedented. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
The Philly Phanatic speaks out Nov 6, 2008
"I remember in '83 (for the parade for the 76ers NBA championship), the crowds thinning out when you got closer to the sports complex," Burgoyne said of the other parade he attended pre-Phanatic. The opposite was the case this year. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Celtics' goal is to meet Obama Nov 6, 2008
"Why can't we just be happy with 'NBA champions.' That's pretty cool. In the middle of the Celtics' [banner] it says 'world champions' in giant letters and 'Boston Celtics.' In the middle, in little teeny letters, 'NBA.' In brackets. What is that? Ashamed to be in the NBA? Or, I know it's really the NBA championship, but I'm going to go ahead and say world championship, anyway. I don't understand it.". Marc J. Spears of the Globe staff contributed to this report. (Boston Globe)
Celtics make noise Nov 6, 2008
And they got both on their first trip since winning the NBA championship last spring. There will not be much easier opposition this season than the Oklahoma City Thunder, a 96-83 victim last night as the Celtics improved to 4-1. (Boston Globe)
SDSU's Shelton braced for better days after injury Nov 6, 2008
Their father, Lonnie, won an NBA championship with the Seattle SuperSonics in 1979. Two other brothers also pursued college basketball careers, with Marlon having played at Washington and Titus currently playing at Cal Poly. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Field To Office: Athletes Turned Politicians Nov 5, 2008
Throughout his career, he won an NBA championship, an Olympic gold medal and the European Champions Cup. After ending his basketball career, Bradley focused on politics. (Click2Houston, TX)
A.I.'s stay in Denver was a mixed one Nov 4, 2008
It didn't work to the point of them winning an NBA championship, but they won a lot of games,'' Cheeks said. "I'd take that 50. But the West is so tough. With them winning 50 games and they were the eighth seed, C'mon, that's a tough conference out there.''Rex Chapman, the Nuggets vice president of player personnel, said Monday's trade doesn't mean that the A.I. test was a flop."I wouldn't categorize it that way. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Iverson heads to Pistons for three players Nov 4, 2008
He was an integral part of the Pistons' 2004 NBA championship team. The 32-year-old Colorado product also played two prior seasons (1998-2000) in the Mile High City. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Pistons shake off trade, stop Bobcats Nov 4, 2008
"There's a lot of pride in that locker room," said Larry Brown, who coached the Pistons to the 2004 NBA championship. "They didn't look distracted at all -- they looked like they're still competing for a conference title."The bench got the Bobcats back in the game in the second quarter, with Shannon Brown scoring nine of his 16 points. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Answer isn't clear in all this Nov 4, 2008
Can Allen Iverson deal with the idea that he has not really been brought to Auburn Hills to help the Pistons win an NBA championship, that he is, in addition to being an experienced player of note, that most desirable of NBA items, an expiring contract. Oh, the indignity. (Boston Globe)
Questions, injuries still nag McGrady Nov 4, 2008
But even with all that, Tracy McGrady was fixated instead on a TV on a yacht last spring as the Celtics clinched their first NBA championship in 22 years. And when his good friend Kevin Garnett screamed, "Anything is possible!" the Houston Rockets star felt the same way. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Paul helps Posey lift Hornets Nov 2, 2008
Now Paul seeks to add an NBA championship to his basketball r. sum. (Boston Globe)
Paul stings Cavaliers, lifts unbeaten Hornets to 104-92 win Nov 2, 2008
Now Paul seeks to add an NBA championship to his basketball resume and has to feel good about his chances with the help he's getting from new teammate. Paul had 24 points and 15 assists, and New Orleans remained perfect on the young season with a 104-92 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night. (USA Today -- Sports)
Paul Lifts Unbeaten Hornets Over Cavaliers Nov 2, 2008
Now Paul seeks to add an NBA championship to his basketball resume and has to feel good about his chances with the help he's getting from new teammate James Posey. related stories. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Celtics welcome Bulls to Beantown Nov 1, 2008
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'This is a golden opportunity for us' Nov 1, 2008
Is the window now for this team to win an NBA championship. I think this is the best opportunity we ever had in 20 years that I've had the franchise. (Nola.com -- Sports)
November 1, 2008 Nov 1, 2008
NBA: Heat general manager Randy Pfund, who helped Miami win the 2006 NBA championship as the highlight of his 13 years with the franchise, resigned to pursue "other business opportunities," the team said in a statement. Rookie forward Joey Dorsey (Douglass) agreed to a contract with the Houston Rockets. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Garden rocks with Celtics' rafter effects Oct 30, 2008
Then came the NBA championship trophy, carried by John Havlicek, leading a team of Celtic legends that included Bob Cousy, Tommy Heinsohn, Satch Sanders, JoJo White, M.L. Carr, and Cedric Maxwell. "We Are the Champions" blasted through the Garden's sound system. (Boston Globe)
Arash MarkaziINSIDE THE NBA Oct 30, 2008
Garnett, 32, discussed his love for soccer, the significance of winning his first NBA championship, what life is like as a father and how much longer he plans to play. SI.com: There's a big fantasy basketball component in NBA 2K9, which is great for those who want to fantasize about being Kevin Garnett or playing for the Celtics. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
WORLD SERIES / Phillies are right on time Lidge's perfect finish wraps up... Oct 30, 2008
-- The last Philadelphia title had been the 76ers' 1983 NBA championship. -- The Eagles last won it all in 1960, the Flyers in 1975. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Rockets beat Grizzlies in Artest's debut Oct 30, 2008
HOUSTON (AP) -Since acquiring Ron Artest in the offseason, the Houston Rockets have talked boldly about contending for the NBA championship. They have plenty of improvements to make before that happens. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Paul searching for championship as season gets underway Oct 30, 2008
And hopefully there s an NBA championship in his future. Paul can get better. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Celtics' Rondo hungry for more Oct 30, 2008
"When he struggled during his rookie year, he didn't get too low. When he won an NBA championship, he didn't get too high. He gets that from his mom. He's mature."He's no different. He's the same kid he was when he went into the league. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Celtics celebrate again, raise 17th title banner Oct 29, 2008
Celtics players and team personnel gather around the team's 17th NBA Championship banner. It was raised to the arena's rafter prior to their opener on Tuesday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Celtics raise 17th banner Oct 29, 2008
Associated Press Boston Celtics are seen on a television screen as they raise the Celtics' 17th NBA championship banner during ceremonies before their season-opening game against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Boston on Tuesday. BOSTON The championship banner rose to the rafters. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Lakers open up with Oden, Blazers Oct 29, 2008
Expectations remain high in Los Angeles after the Lakers finished just two wins shy of capturing the NBA championship last June. Phil Jackson's club still possesses the game's most dominant player in Kobe Bryant and it will be up to the 'Zen Master' to do the necessary tweaking around his superstar and get the Lakers back to the top of the NBA mountain. (ABC 7 News, DC)
The Front Row: Get well soon, Lute Oct 29, 2008
It seems like the Boston Celtics claimed their 17th NBA championship just a couple weeks ago. Can it be that another seemingly endless NBA season has already started. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Celtics reward Ainge with promotion, extension Oct 29, 2008
BOSTON (AP) -- Celtics general manager Danny Ainge has been given a new title and a contract extension as the team kicks off the defense of its 17th NBA championship. The team announced Tuesday Ainge has been promoted to president of basketball operations. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Once is not enough Oct 29, 2008
In pregame ceremonies last night, the Celtics basked in the spotlight of their 2007-08 NBA championship - the kind of moment many of their parquet predecessors could relate to. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff) By Bob Ryan Globe Columnist / October 29, 2008. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Hole truth: Brown a major loss Oct 29, 2008
Two NBA championship rings went unclaimed last night during the pregame ceremony at TD Banknorth Garden ... But considering that Brown is nearly 40, is making up for lost time with his children, and can go into the sunset with an NBA championship, it would be tough persuading him to return to Boston. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
To the players, it's won and done Oct 28, 2008
An NBA championship ring is beautiful, not only for its appearance but for what it represents ... "Thirteen Celtics will receive their first NBA championship rings prior to tonight's season opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers at TD Banknorth Garden. The team's league-best 17th championship banner will be raised to the rafters before a sold-out crowd in ceremonies expected to last about 15 minutes.After the Celtics disposed of the Lakers to win the title last June, Kevin Garnett cried, Paul... (Boston Globe)
King James seeking true royalty: First crown for Cavs Oct 28, 2008
"I'm at a point in my career now, if I don't win an NBA championship, it's a failure," James says ... Foremost, an NBA championship for Cleveland, a city that has not won a major professional sports title since 1964 ... "I'm at a point in my career now, if I don't win an NBA championship, it's a failure," James says as he slips on a white Nike sweatsuit after a photo-video shoot before practice. (USA Today -- Sports)
OK with them: Thunder aiming to deliver 'exciting basketball' Oct 28, 2008
The franchise won 1,745 games and an NBA championship in 1979. But last season was the team's worst, at 20-62. (USA Today -- Sports)
TREASURE HUNTERS Oct 28, 2008
After a season in which they caught everyone's attention, the Hornets have their sights set on the big prize -- the NBA championship Tuesday, October 28, 2008By Jimmy Smith. As the Hornets sat down for a team meal and meeting the night before training camp began, Coach Byron Scott had cautionary words for his team. (Nola.com -- Sports)
NBA PREVIEW: SI's writers make their picks Oct 28, 2008
Kobe Bryant (left) and LeBron James will be battling for the MVP award -- and perhaps the NBA championship, too. John Biever/SI. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Wizards open season minus Agent Zero, Haywood Oct 25, 2008
But certainly you need a Gilbert Arenas to get to where we want to go we certainly want to win an NBA championship. Sponsored Links. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Bench, defense to determine Hornets' fate Oct 25, 2008
Scott wanted his charges to remember the disappointment and use it as motivation to stay focused on the objective to surpass the franchise-best 56 wins last season, repeat was as Southwest Division champions and make a push toward winning the NBA championship. "We've set goals for ourselves," Hornets backup point guard Mike James said. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Inductees include Kelly Amonte-H... Oct 25, 2008
He was drafted in the first round by the Chicago Bulls, and was a member of the 1998 NBA championship team. Booth is currently Assistant Men's Basketball Coach at his alma mater. (Umterps.com)
Plenty of fight in them Oct 25, 2008
"Nice ring to itAllen got a preview of the NBA championship rings the Celtics will receive during a pregame ceremony Tuesday."It really doesn't matter what it looks like because what it stands for is most important," said Allen. "We all have that symbol that bonds us together the rest of our lives, and nobody can take it away from us. "Asked to describe the ring, Allen replied, "You're definitely going to notice it. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Suarez siblings shine at sports Oct 25, 2008
Ive seen them go one-on-one against each other and it looks like theyre playing for the NBA championship. It gets to the point where I have to go inside and leave them alone. (Nogales International, AZ)
Expert: Like Phillies, 76ers have shot at title Oct 24, 2008
I'm not sure my son in college is an expert in this, but he picked the 76ers in his fantasy league to win the NBA championship over the Los Angeles Lakers. That is the fantasy of the long suffering Philadelphia basketball fans, and it does raise the question for me a bit on just how well I'm spending all that tuition money. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Chris MannixINSIDE THE NBA Oct 24, 2008
He executed crossover dribbles through a handful of reporters and exchanged emphatic high fives with teammates like he was still celebrating the NBA championship that the Celtics won four months ago. Only Allen wasn't amped about the Celtics' 17th title. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Secondary issues Oct 24, 2008
Four starters were playing as they overwhelmed the Philadelphia 76ers in taking a 16-4 lead, signifying there will be continuity after last season's NBA championship run. Since that brief but dominant glimpse, the starters have seldom been on display together, Ray Allen, Kevin Garnett, and Paul Pierce sitting out an entire contest, Rajon Rondo missing the last two games with a minor ankle sprain. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
After a KO in Finals, Lakers want rematch Oct 24, 2008
The Celtics lost Game 5 in LA, but came home to destroy the Lakers in Game 6, 131-92, to win their first NBA championship in 22 years. "We got our [butts] kicked," Odom said. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Lakers popular choice Oct 23, 2008
The NBA's 30 general managers agree with the bookmakers - the Los Angeles Lakers are favored to win the NBA championship this season ... Harry Mangurian acquired the Celtics by trading franchise rights with John Y. Brown (who got Mangurian's Buffalo Braves) in 1978, and was the owner for the 1981 NBA championship season. (Boston Globe)
Five named to Sports Hall of Fame Oct 23, 2008
It was Johnson who hit what proved to be the winning shot that clinched the Spurs first NBA championship in 1999. Leija is one of the most accomplished professional boxers in San Antonio history. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Repeated obstacles Oct 22, 2008
After winning their first NBA championship in 2006, the Heat had only a 44-38 record the following season, yet they confidently spoke about expecting to get hot once the playoffs began. The Bulls ended up sweeping the defending champs in the first round. (Boston Globe)
Celtics cruise in final tuneup Oct 22, 2008
The Celtics finished 6-2 in the preseason and are now off until hosting Cleveland next Tuesday night in the NBA opener, when they will raise the banner celebrating their 17th NBA championship and receive the rings they earned for beating the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA finals. I feel like the last couple of games weve been playing the way we want to play and it starts with our defense, Boston forward Paul Pierce said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
1983: THE WHEEZE KID S Oct 21, 2008
The Flyers' first Stanley Cup title in 1974 began Philadelphia pro sports' greatest era, one that reached its apex in the spring of 1983, when the Sixers won the NBA championship, sweeping the Los Angeles Lakers in four games in the finals. The ringing chant then (and again last week when the Dodgers came to town for the National League Championship Series) was "Beat L.A." But few believed the 1983 Phils could beat L.A. in the NLCS given their head-to-head record that year. (NJ.com -- Times)
Lakers not as attractive as usual Oct 20, 2008
Lakers Coach Phil Jackson, who owns nine NBA championship rings, recently reminisced about the way things used to be in October, reaching back into history when asked if he ever considered the importance of winning exhibition games. "I suppose when I first coached, we were trying to get something established," he said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
* NBA: Hornets defeat Wizards in Euro finale Oct 19, 2008
Theyre a team to beat for the NBA championship, Jordan said. A stop-and-go match failed to get the crowd of 15,872 roaring until the fourth quarter, when things opened up after Scott brought Paul back out. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Paul, Hornets close Euro tour with win over Wizards Oct 18, 2008
"They're a team to beat for the NBA championship,'' Jordan said.A stop-and-go match failed to get the crowd of 15,872 roaring until the fourth quarter, when things opened up after Scott brought Paul back out."We really have a lot of guys playing really well and it's going to make the rotations much easier,'' Scott said. The game, played at the site of the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, capped the NBA's four-game exhibition series. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Kurt Rambis' Jersey to be Retired at Ceremony a... Oct 18, 2008
Following his playing career, he moved to the Lakers sideline as a coach and later to the front office where he helped bring the Lakers two more NBA Championships in 2000 and 2001. Asked to join the assistant coaching staff prior to the Lakers 2002 NBA Championship season, Rambis is currently entering his seventh season on head coach Phil Jackson's bench. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Maryland Athletic Department Names 2008 Hall of Fame Inductees Oct 18, 2008
General Releases - The University of Maryland Terrapins - Official Athletic Site (Umterps.com)
