Report: Celtics offer Wallace a contract, but he’s in no hurry to respond

October 11th, 2009 Pierce scores 25 to lead Celtics over NetsBOSTON — Paul Pierce scored 25 points and Kevin Garnett backed up claims that his knee is just fine, adding 12 points and six rebounds in the Boston Celtics' 100-93 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Sunday Garnett, who missed much of last season with a strained right knee, looked comfortable as he chased loose balls and drove to the basket early. He matched his preseason average of eight points with 3:18 to spare in the first quarter, and wound up playing 21 minutes.

October 9th, 2009 Garnett back with Boston crowd after knee injuryBOSTON — Kevin Garnett had 10 points and eight rebounds in his first game at the Boston Garden in more than seven months, and the Celtics beat the New York Knicks 96-82 in an exhibition game on Friday night. Rasheed Wallace played his first game for the Celtics in Boston and had 13 points and 12 rebounds.

October 7th, 2009 Rockets rally past Celtics in Garnett's returnHIDALGO, Texas — Aaron Brooks scored 21 points and the Houston Rockets rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Boston Celtics 96-90 on Wednesday night. Kevin Garnett scored six points and grabbed five rebounds in his first action since aggravating a right knee injury last March 25.

September 15th, 2009 Suns buy out contract of Sasha PavlovicPHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns reached an agreement on a contract buyout with swingman Sasha Pavlovic, who was acquired from Cleveland as part of the trade that sent Shaquille O'Neal to the Cavaliers. Terms of the buyout were not disclosed Tuesday.

August 27th, 2009 Iverson to Memphis? GM not confirming offerThe Memphis Grizzlies general manager refuses to confirm whether the team has made a formal offer to Allen Iverson. Iverson tweeted Wednesday that Memphis had made him an offer, and ESPN.com reported general manager Chris Wallace confirmed the Grizzlies had made a formal offer.

August 5th, 2009 Knicks work out Williams, but make no offerNEW YORK — Jason Williams has worked out for the New York Knicks, though the team made no contract offer to the point guard. Williams, who worked out Tuesday, is attempting a return from retirement this summer and the Knicks claimed him off waivers last week.

August 1st, 2009 Celtics requests waivers on PruittBOSTON — The Boston Celtics are requesting waivers on guard Gabe Pruitt. The move was announced by the team on Friday.

July 30th, 2009 Patrick in no hurry to rush decision on futureSPARTA, Ky. — Danica Patrick is in no hurry to make a decision about her racing future.

July 26th, 2009 Fans raising money to send Wallace to raceFast-talking NASCAR driver Kenny Wallace has always been popular. He just didn't realize the extent of his appeal.

July 15th, 2009 Pacers to re-sign F McRobertsINDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers plan to re-sign free agent forward Josh McRoberts. McRoberts' agent, Bob Myers, wrote in an e-mail to The Associated Press on Wednesday that the parties had agreed to terms in principle.

July 9th, 2009 BOSTON — Rasheed Wallace is joining Boston's Big Three as the Celtics hope the four-time All-Star will help them recapture the NBA championship. Wallace, known for his shooting, rebounding and technical fouls, signed Wednesday, the first day free agents were allowed to do so.

July 6th, 2009 Reports: Wallace agrees to deal with CelticsTwo newspapers are reporting the Celtics have reached an agreement with free agent Rasheed Wallace. Bill Strickland, Wallace's agent, told the Boston Herald and the Boston Globe on Sunday night that the 34-year-old forward told him to call off meetings the agent was in the process of scheduling with the Orlando Magic, San Antonio Spurs and Dallas Mavericks.

July 1st, 2009 Knicks meet with Kidd, but make no contract offerNEW YORK — The New York Knicks have met with Jason Kidd on the first day of NBA free agency. The Dallas point guard and his agent met Wednesday with Knicks president Donnie Walsh and coach Mike D'Antoni at Madison Square Garden.

June 25th, 2009 Report: Suns trade Shaq to CavsPHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns have traded Shaquille O'Neal to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Ben Wallace, Sasha Pavlovic, a second-round draft pick and cash, according to a Yahoo! Sports report. The deal, one day before the NBA draft, had been rumored for months.

June 1st, 2009 Cavs' Wallace may retireINDEPENDENCE, Ohio — Cleveland center Ben Wallace is considering retirement following the Cavaliers' elimination from the playoffs. Wallace, a four-time NBA defensive player of the year, said Sunday that a combination of injuries, declining production and a loss of passion for the game has him thinking about quitting.