Reports: Celtics agree to deal with free agent forward Rasheed Wallace

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.

August 7th, 2009 AP source: Detroit Pistons, Wallace agree to dealDETROIT — A person with knowledge of the deal says Ben Wallace is coming back to the Detroit Pistons. Wallace will receive a $1.3 million, one-year deal, said the person, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because the contract has not been signed.

July 30th, 2009 Pacers sign forward Solomon JonesINDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers have signed free-agent forward Solomon Jones to a multiyear contract. He spent the past three seasons with Atlanta.

July 22nd, 2009 Kings reach agreement with free agent Sean MaySACRAMENTO, Calif. — Free-agent forward Sean May has agreed to a one-year contract with the Sacramento Kings.

July 18th, 2009 INDIANAPOLIS — Former Indiana Pacers guard Marquis Daniels will play for the Boston Celtics next season. Agent Glenn Schwartzman said on Saturday that his client has committed to go to Boston as a free agent or as part of a sign-and-trade deal with Indiana.

July 9th, 2009 Antonio McDyess reaches agreement with SpursSAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs landed free agent Antonio McDyess on Wednesday in another big offseason pickup for the aging NBA power that apparently isn't ready to fade away just yet. McDyess, who despite being 34 was among the most sought players on the market this summer, reached a deal with the Spurs and is expected to sign later this week, team spokesman Cliff Puchalski said.

July 9th, 2009 Reports: Cavaliers, Varejao reach dealCLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers and Anderson Varejao reportedly have agreed on a six-year contract that could be worth as much as $50 million. Agent Dan Fegan told The Plain Dealer late Wednesday that the club and Varejao have agreed on a new contract.

July 9th, 2009 Free agent McDyess chooses SpursSAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs landed free agent Antonio McDyess on Wednesday in another big offseason pickup for the aging NBA power that apparently isn't ready to fade away just yet. McDyess, who despite being 34 was among the most sought players on the market this summer, reached a deal with the Spurs and is expected to sign later this week, team spokesman Cliff Puchalski said.

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 4th, 2009 Source: Turkoglu cuts off talks with BlazersPORTLAND, Ore. — Free-agent forward Hedo Turkoglu and the Portland Trail Blazers have ended contract talks, a person close to the team confirmed Friday.

July 3rd, 2009 Report: Celtics offer Wallace a contractBOSTON — The Boston Celtics have offered forward Rasheed Wallace a contract as part of a major push to land the coveted forward, according to a published report on Friday. The Boston Globe reports the Celtics offered Wallace a deal during a three-hour meeting in Detroit on Thursday.

July 3rd, 2009 Walsh says he could give more than 1-year dealNEW YORK — Donnie Walsh says he will consider giving more than a one-year deal to a free agent, following a report that he plans to do that with Jason Kidd. ESPN.com, citing sources close to the process, reported Thursday that the Knicks would offer a three-year deal to the point guard.

July 2nd, 2009 Pistons agree to deals with Gordon, VillanuevaDETROIT — A person with the knowledge of the negotiations says the Detroit Pistons have agreed in principle to contracts with free agents Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday night on the condition of anonymity because NBA rules prohibit teams from announcing free agent signings until next week.