Williams returns for Jazz vs. Sixers Nov 12, 2008
- (Sports Network) - After suffering their first loss of the season on Sunday, the Utah Jazz received a welcome pick-me-up on Tuesday when star guard Deron Williams made his season debut against the Philadelphia 76ers. Williams missed the first six games of the season with a sprained ankle. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Deron Williams' return a sight for sore eyes Nov 12, 2008
Fantasy owners who took a chance on Utah Jazz star Deron Williams early in their drafts had to be happy to see the standout point guard back on the court Tuesday. Williams, who averaged 16. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
McDyess released by Nuggets Nov 11, 2008
JAZZ'S OKUR RETURNS TO TURKEY: Utah Jazz center Mehmet Okur is returning to his home country of Turkey to deal with an illness in his family. The Jazz said Monday that Okur has been excused so he can be with his family. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Celtics ruin Iverson`s home bow Nov 10, 2008
The New York Knicks caught fire in the second half to deal the Utah Jazz their first loss of the season, rallying for a 107-99 triumph. Kevin Martin scored 27 points before leaving with a left ankle injury in the third quarter, helping lift the Sacramento Kings to a 115-98 victory over the Golden State Warriors. (National Post)
Sloan earns 1,000th win as Jazz knock off Thunder Nov 8, 2008
Utah Jazz head coach Jerry Sloan, left, is congratulated by Oklahoma City Thunder head coach P.J. Carlesimo after their game in Salt Lake City. The Jazz defeated the Thunder 104-97 to give Sloan his 1,000th career win with the team. (USA Today -- Sports)
Panthers, Little Dutch promise even match up Nov 8, 2008
Forsythe's favorite target at receiver is 6'1" 175-pound senior Steven Overbergen, who's pulled down 44 receptions for 791 yards and a dozen touchdowns. Jensen said another player that needs watched on Pella's offense is 6'8" 240-pound tight end Kirk Korver, younger brother of Utah Jazz small forward, and former Creighton star, Kyle Korver. "At 6'8" our whole team is going to look pretty short next to him," Jensen said. On defense, Pella runs a base 4-4, but also switches into variations of a... (Washington Journal, IA)
Sloan seizes 1,000th NBA win with Jazz Nov 8, 2008
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (AFP) - The Utah Jazz shrugged off the absence of injured Deron Williams to deliver a milestone National Basketball Association triumph for head coach Jerry Sloan on Friday. Sloan, the longest-tenured coach in US professional sports, became the first coach in NBA history to record 1,000 victories with a single team as the Jazz defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-97. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Jazz coach Sloan closing in on career milestone Nov 7, 2008
Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan eyes 1,000-win milestone - NBA - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Billups feels right at home Nov 7, 2008
"Now I'm a man. I'm not the same, as far as my game goes."SLOAN NEAR MILESTONE: Jerry Sloan can become the first NBA coach to win 1,000 games with the same team when his Utah Jazz team hosts Oklahoma City tonight. The Jazz is 999-596 since Sloan took over as coach in December 1988. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Blazers keep it close but fall to Jazz Nov 7, 2008
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Mehmut Okur scored 22 points, Carlos Boozer added 20 -- including four in the final 30 seconds -- and the Utah Jazz held off the Portland Trail Blazers 103-96 on Wednesday night to stay undefeated. KGW report on Blazers. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
Pistons meet Raptors in Toronto; Iverson unlikely to play Nov 6, 2008
- (Sports Network) - The Utah Jazz try to stay perfect on the young season when they welcome Portland to EnergySolutions Arena on Wednesday. Paul Millsap scored 15 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter as the Jazz cruised to an 89-73 victory over the Clippers Monday to complete a home-and- home sweep of the Clips at the Staples Center. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Blazers look for defense from Batum in Jazz game Nov 6, 2008
PORTLAND -- Nicolas Batum has earned his first start in the Portland Trail Blazers game against the Utah Jazz Wednesday night. Batum had been initially projected to start as small forward in the Blazers opening game against the Los Angeles Lakers but coach Nate McMillan ultimately went with Travis Outlaw. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
Millsap sparks Jazz past Clippers Nov 4, 2008
LOS ANGELES - Paul Millsap scored 15 of his 24 points during a decisive 17-3 run in the fourth quarter, and the unbeaten Utah Jazz beat the winless Los Angeles Clippers 89-73 Monday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
NBA INSIDER: Notes from the hardwood Nov 3, 2008
He is questionable tonight against the Utah Jazz. Marbury out. (USA Today -- Sports)
Shaq isn't fading away Nov 2, 2008
"Lakers guard Sasha Vujacic, still bitter about the NBA Finals, insisting to Los Angeles reporters that he will refuse to wear green this season because of the CelticsCheap seatsFor the least expensive single-game tickets in the NBA, head to Texas. A look at the top - or bottom - three:$2 Dallas Mavericks$5 Memphis Grizzlies$6.50 Utah Jazz Etc. Cost analysis: The Celtics have the third-highest average ticket price in the league at $68.55, behind the Lakers ($93.25) and Knicks ($70.51), according... (Boston Globe)
Jazz beat Clippers, set record for fewest turnovers Nov 2, 2008
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -The Utah Jazz are getting by pretty well without Deron Williams. The Jazz set a team record with just five turnovers - fewer than they had with Williams or even John Stockton - and pulled away from the weary and short-handed Los Angeles Clippers for a 101-79 win Saturday night. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Boozer leads Jazz over Nuggets Oct 30, 2008
SALT LAKE CITY - Carlos Boozer had 25 points and 14 rebounds and Andrei Kirilenko added 16 points in his new reserve role and the Utah Jazz opened the season with a 98-94 win over the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Jazz start season off with bang Oct 30, 2008
That s how the Utah Jazz kicked off their 2008-09 season Wednesday night at EnergySolutions Arena. Whether it was Ronnie Price knocking down two key free throws to help seal Utah s 98-94 win over the Denver Nuggets, or the amped-up player introductions, Jazz fans had plenty of reason to celebrate. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Officers add 911 call details Oct 29, 2008
WILLIAMS TO MISS JAZZ OPENER: Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams will miss the season opener today because of a second-degree sprain in his left ankle. The Jazz announced Tuesday that Williams is still recovering and won't be ready to play against Denver in the opener. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Great expectations Oct 29, 2008
Associated Press Portland Trail Blazers center Greg Oden holds off Utah Jazz center Mehmet Okur during a preseason game. Oden will make his NBA regular season debut tonight when the Blazers play the Los Angeles Lakers. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Japenese Students get U.S. Experience Oct 29, 2008
Utah Jazz fan and school English teacher Hidetake Kobayashi said he wants his students to see the independence of American students. "In America, kids know how to express themselves and how to act," Kobayashi said. (The Daily Universe, UT)
From Deep: On with the show Oct 29, 2008
1 Los Angeles Lakers2 Boston Celtics 3 Detroit Pistons 4 Phoenix Suns 5 Utah Jazz 6 Houston Rockets 7 Dallas Mavericks 8 Orlando Magic 9 New Orleans Hornets 10 Portland Trail Blazers 11 Cleveland Cavaliers 12 Philadelphia 76ers 13 San Antonio Spurs 14 Denver Nuggets 15 Chicago Bulls. Posted 29/10/08 at 12:11 AM EDT. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Predictions and five questions Oct 29, 2008
com: Five questions at tipoff. Five questions at tipoff. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Scout's takes Oct 28, 2008
NBA scouts make their predictions for the 2008-09 season - Ian Thomsen - SI.com. Posted: Monday October 27, 2008 11:05AM; Updated: Monday October 27, 2008 12:39PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Jazz owner Miller treated for bone infection, ulcers Oct 25, 2008
ESPN - Utah Jazz owner Larry Miller treated for bone infection, ulcers ... Utah Jazz owner Larry Miller treated for bone infection, ulcers ... Utah Jazz spokeswoman Linda Luchetti told The Associated Press on Friday that Miller's family considers his health a private matter and isn't communicating with team staff about it. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Korver leads Jazz past Trail Blazers Oct 25, 2008
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Kyle Korver hit three 3-pointers in the fourth quarter and finished with 15 points to help the Utah Jazz beat the Portland Trail Blazers 100-89 on Thursday night in the exhibition finale for both teams ... Portland Trail Blazers forward Shavlik Randolph, left, tries to keep Utah Jazz forward Mehmet Okur. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
More of this story Oct 25, 2008
After hosting the Denver Nuggets on Halloween, the Clips visit the Utah Jazz (Nov. 1). (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
He's got their backs Oct 24, 2008
The Blazers dropped their exhibition finale 100-89 to the Utah Jazz on Thursday night at EnergySolutions Arena, but more important developments -- and non-developments -- occurred prior to tip-off. The Blazers waved Luke Jackson and Steven Hill, and signed forward Shavlik Randolph to a non-guaranteed contract for the veteran's minimum, completing the Blazers' 15-man, regular-season roster. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Professor, incumbent vie for House Oct 24, 2008
Hunsaker said he personally knows some legislators who have accepted gifts, including Utah Jazz tickets, clearly as a result of their political standing. There are offers to go to Jazz games and things like that, Hunsaker said. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Lakers popular choice Oct 23, 2008
The Utah Jazz are projected to have the strongest home-court advantage (44 percent), followed by the Celtics (25. 9). (Boston Globe)
2008-09 Washington Wizards Preview Oct 22, 2008
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Jazz star to miss opener Oct 21, 2008
SALT LAKE CITY - The Utah Jazz will be opening the regular season without their top player. Point guard Deron Williams is out for at least two weeks with a sprained ankle, the Jazz said Monday, two days after Williams was injured in a preseason game at Chicago. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jazz point guard Williams out at least 2 weeks Oct 21, 2008
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams is carried out by teammates C.J. Miles, left, and Ronnie Brewer, right, after Williams suffered an injury in Saturday's preseason game against the Chicago Bulls ... SALT LAKE CITY (AP) The Utah Jazz will be opening the regular season without their top player. (USA Today -- Sports)
Utah's Williams to miss time with ankle injury Oct 21, 2008
- (Sports Network) - Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams will miss at least two weeks after spraining his ankle in a preseason game against the Chicago Bulls on Saturday. Williams underwent an MRI Monday to determine the severity of the injury, and a team physician said the fourth-year player suffered a second degree inversion sprain. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Obama to leave trail and visit sick grandmother Oct 21, 2008
By Caren Bohan Caren Bohan. Mon Oct 20, 11:31 pm ET Featured Topics. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
'Max Payne' tops box office, outshines Bush biopic Oct 21, 2008
Max Payne' tops box office, outshines Bush biopic - Yahoo. Max Payne' tops box office, outshines Bush biopic. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Jazz PG Williams out 2 weeks with ankle sprain Oct 21, 2008
Utah Jazz star Deron Williams out for at least two weeks. - 2008 NBA Preview - SI.com. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Cassel, Morris lead Pats to 41-7 win over Broncos Oct 21, 2008
By HOWARD ULMAN, AP Sports Writer Howard Ulman, Ap Sports Writer. AP New England Patriots quarterback Matt Cassel (16) hands off to running back Sammy Morris during the first. (Yahoo News)
U.S. pilot was ordered to shoot down UFO Oct 21, 2008
" The files are online at: www.nationalarchives/ufos (Editing by Steve Addison) Buzz Up More... Most Viewed - Odd News AP AP Reuters AP Reuters Most Blogged - Odd News USATODAY.com Offbeat - Top Stories Sat Oct 18, 8:41 am EDT AOL Strange News Mon Oct 20, 4:35 pm EDT AOL Strange News Mon Oct 20, 4:34 pm EDT Elsewhere on the Web Alerts Get an alert when there are new stories about: UFO sightings unidentified flying object weather balloons electronic warfare Royal Air Force base Add Selected... (Yahoo News)
Tiger Woods back at Torrey Pines as caddie Oct 21, 2008
By BERNIE WILSON, AP Sports Writer Bernie Wilson, Ap Sports Writer. Mon Oct 20, 7:51 pm ET. (Yahoo News)
Acuity signs Utah Jazz Oct 21, 2008
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Jazz's Williams sprains ankle in preseason game Oct 20, 2008
CHICAGO (AP) -- Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams left an exhibition game against the Chicago Bulls on Saturday after falling awkwardly and spraining his left ankle in the first quarter. Williams had X-rays, which were negative, but the Jazz said he wouldn't return to the game. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Jazz lose Williams to ankle injury Oct 19, 2008
CHICAGO (AP) - Carlos Boozer had 17 points and 15 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz beat the Chicago Bulls 88-80 in a preseason game on Saturday night despite losing Deron Williams to injury in the first quarter. Williams left the game after falling awkwardly and spraining his left ankle. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Williams leaves preseason test with Chicago Oct 19, 2008
- (Sports Network) - Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams left the team's 88-80 preseason win over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday with a left ankle sprain. Williams suffered the injury in the first quarter when he landed awkwardly on the ankle. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Ventre: Lakers turn to Bynum, experience for better 'D' Oct 18, 2008
In getting there, they vanquished the Denver Nuggets, Utah Jazz and San Antonio Spurs in the talent-heavy West. Slide show. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Deron Williams leads Jazz vs. Bulls in C-U Oct 18, 2008
Illini basketball fans get a rare treat Friday evening as the Assembly Hall hosts an exhibition game between the Utah Jazz and Chicago Bulls. Many Illini fans are also Bulls fans, and all Illini are fans of Utah's Deron Williams. (IlliniBoard.com)
Cinderella no more? Oct 16, 2008
" But those once unheralded Bulldogs might have outgrown that slipper. Far from being a one-year wonder, Gonzaga has become a tournament fixture. That run to the Elite Eight in 1999, immortalized by Johnson's full-volume description of the closing seconds of a 73-72 victory against Florida in the regional semifinal, began an ongoing string of 10 NCAA appearances, which includes three more trips to the Sweet 16. That streak likely will reach 11 this season, and the Bulldogs might be ready to go... (USA Today -- Sports)
Rodriguez frees his spirit Oct 13, 2008
The highlights of the new-and-improved but still-a-work-in-progress Rodriguez were sprinkled throughout the Blazers' 93-80 exhibition loss to the Utah Jazz on Sunday at the Rose Garden. The player who gained an early reputation in the league for being offensive-minded, with his flashy, no-look passes and alley-oop lobs, left the Rose Garden pleased with his defense. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Jazz beat short-handed Blazers 93-80 Oct 13, 2008
(AP) -- Andrei Kirilenko had 15 points and five assists, and the Utah Jazz beat the short-handed Portland Trail Blazers 93-80 in a preseason game Sunday. With the exception of center Greg Oden, the Blazers' expected starters for the season rested or were out because of injuries. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
Barnes, Tucker lead Suns over Jazz Oct 10, 2008
SALT LAKE CITY - Matt Barnes scored 21 points and Alando Tucker added 19 as the Phoenix Suns beat the Utah Jazz 96-89 on Thursday night ... Phoenix Suns forward Matt Barnes, bottom, defeats Utah Jazz guard Morris Almond, top, in a scramble for a loose ball during the first half of the Suns' 96-89 win Thursday in Salt Lake City. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Baylor's reign with Clippers is over Oct 8, 2008
Deron Williams had 11 points and eight assists as the Utah Jazz opened exhibition play with a 99-90 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, who played without coach Phil Jackson, resting at home because of soreness and swelling in his lower legs. A woman has been charged with stalking Lakers forward Luke Walton. (Boston Globe)
Ailing Jackson misses game Oct 8, 2008
Phil Jackson missed the Lakers' preseason opener against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night because of soreness and swelling in his lower legs. - 2008 NBA Preview - SI.com. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Jazz open preseason with win over Lakers Oct 8, 2008
(AP) - Ronnie Brewer and Paul Millsap each scored 13 points, Deron Williams had 11 points and eight assists, and the Utah Jazz beat the Los Angeles Lakers 99-90 on Tuesday night in the preseason opener for both teams. Kobe Bryant played 24 minutes for the Lakers, finishing with eight points, five rebounds and five assists after sitting out the entire second and fourth quarters. (Anchorage Daily News)
Lakers Open Preseason Without Jackson Oct 8, 2008
os Angeles coach Phil Jackson missed the Lakers' preseason opener against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night because of soreness and swelling in his lower legs. Assistant coach Kurt Rambis ran the team in place of the 63-year-old Jackson, who remained home and watched the game with his legs elevated. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Magic picks up option on Redick Oct 8, 2008
LAKERS OPEN PRESEASON WITHOUT JACKSON: Los Angeles coach Phil Jackson missed the Lakers' preseason opener against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night because of soreness and swelling in his lower legs. TUESDAY'S EXHIBITIONSRAPTORS 104, CAVALIERS 84: LeBron James spent a rare night relaxing on the bench and the Cavaliers opened their exhibition season with a loss to the Toronto Raptors. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Blazers single-game tickets go on sale Oct 8, 2008
Then a meeting with the Hawks in Kansas City and a home date with the Utah Jazz Sunday afternoon. More Headlines. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
Laker relishes serving as a solid role model Oct 3, 2008
The last time the Lakers were here, in 2006, they battled the Utah Jazz. Farmar remembers it well: It was his first NBA action and he played 3 minutes. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Expert: Upcoming NBA season full of questions Sep 25, 2008
A: The New Orleans Hornets with Chris Paul seem ready now, as well as the Utah Jazz with Deron Williams, though big questions remain about the fate of free agent Carlos Boozer. The Portland Trail Blazers appear to have the best young nucleus, but are probably too young now and continue to hold their breath about physical issues with Brandon Roy. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wizards pick up option on coach Jordan's contract Sep 23, 2008
He is the Eastern Conference's longest tenured coach and is third in the NBA behind Jerry Sloan of the Utah Jazz and Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs. "Eddie has done an outstanding job and has been instrumental in making us a perennial playoff team,'' team president Ernie Grunfeld said.advertisementJordan's record over five Wizards seasons is 196-214, but that includes a rebuilding 25-57 mark in his first year. Since then, he is 171-157.A Washington, D.C., native, Jordan is entering the... (MSNBC -- Sports)
NEWS IN BRIEF Sep 23, 2008
He is the Eastern Conference's longest tenured coach and is third in the NBA behind Jerry Sloan of the Utah Jazz and Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs. Jordan's record in five seasons with the Wizards is 196-214. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Sports news briefs (Today) Sep 23, 2008
He is the Eastern Conference's longest tenured coach and is third in the NBA behind Jerry Sloan of the Utah Jazz and Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs. "Eddie has done an outstanding job and has been instrumental in making us a perennial playoff team," team president Ernie Grunfeld said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
BILL SPELTZ: Stockton finds way out of dad's shadow Sep 21, 2008
Where even on your best day as a Griz football player you're reminded about the guy who played point guard for the Utah Jazz and is recognized as one of the 50 best talents in NBA history. That name's pretty heavy on the jersey in the hoop game, Montana coach Bobby Hauck quipped after Houston's memorable day against UC Davis. (Missoulian, MT)
GAME DAY NOTEBOOK: If it's broke, fix it: Hauck guarantees FG protection will be good next week Sep 21, 2008
Saturday, it was Houston Stockton, son of Utah Jazz legend John Stockton, who provided the fireworks, blocking UC Davis' first punt of the game. The sophomore from Spokane burst around the corner to get a hand on the boot by Aggies punter Brett Dickinson, who had rolled to his right in an effort to get off a rugby-style kick. (Missoulian, MT)
UI alums honored Sep 16, 2008
Williams, an Olympic gold medalist and Utah Jazz star, and Head, now a guard with the Houston Rockets, were joined by the Orlando Magic's Brian Cook, Frank Williams, Nick Anderson, Kendall Gill, Kenny Battle, Nick Anderson and Marcus Liberty. The crowd of more than 15,000 orange-clad Illini fans, many of whom had witnessed the Illini football team pull out a 20-17 squeaker over Louisiana-Lafayette earlier Saturday, didn't mind the sweltering atmosphere to smother their heroes with adoration. (Pekin Times, IL)
Oklahoma City team nickname will be Thunder Sep 5, 2008
Its going to take some time getting used to, just like Utah Jazz or Orlando Magic, but I think its a great thing for the state and a great thing for the city. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
