Brooks scores 21, Rockets rally past Celtics in Garnett's first game since knee injuryOctober 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.
Knicks' Curry out 3-5 days with torn calf muscleSeptember 30th, 2009 Knicks' Curry out 3-5 days with calf injurySARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Knicks center Eddy Curry will have blood drained from a torn right calf muscle and is expected to miss three to five days.
Lee, Knicks reach 1-year contract for about $8 millionSeptember 24th, 2009 Lee, Knicks reach 1-year dealNEW YORK — Power forward David Lee is staying with the New York Knicks for a one-year deal Thursday worth about $8 million. Lee sought a multiyear contract.
NY Knicks Nate Robinson arrested in Bronx for driving with suspended licenseAugust 19th, 2009 NEW YORK — New York Knicks player Nate Robinson was arrested Tuesday for driving without a license. Police said Robinson was arrested after officers pulled him over in the Bronx at about 5:30 p.m.
Knicks work out point guard Jason Williams, but make no offerAugust 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.
Celtics requests waivers on guard Gabe PruittAugust 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.
General Mills to launch Wheaties developed with athletes like Peyton Manning, Kevin GarnettJuly 23rd, 2009 General Mills works with athletes on new WheatiesMINNEAPOLIS — Cereal maker General Mills is launching a new version of Wheaties it says is designed for athletes, with input from athletes such as NFL quarterback Peyton Manning and NBA star Kevin Garnett. The Golden Valley, Minn.-based company says it is testing three types of the new version of Wheaties with athletes and some readers of Men's Health magazine.
First-round draft pick Jordan Hill signs with New York KnicksJuly 11th, 2009 First-round pick Hill signs with KnicksNEW YORK — First-round draft pick Jordan Hill has signed with the New York Knicks. The Knicks announced Saturday that they had signed the forward from Arizona.
Grant Hill decides to stay with Suns instead of signing with Celtics or KnicksJuly 10th, 2009 Grant Hill decides to stay with SunsNEW YORK — Grant Hill is staying with the Phoenix Suns. Hill decided to remain in Phoenix on Friday, rather than join a title contender in Boston or a rebuilding team in New York.
Boston Celtics sign coveted free agent Rasheed Wallace; veteran forward is 4-time All-StarJuly 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.
Reports: Celtics agree to deal with free agent forward Rasheed WallaceJuly 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.
Knicks president Walsh says he could give a free agent more than a 1-year dealJuly 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.
Report: Celtics offer Wallace a contract, but he's in no hurry to respondJuly 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.
Knicks meet with Kidd to open NBA free agency, but make no contract offerJuly 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.
Person with knowledge of decision: Kevin McHale will not return as Timberwolves head coachJune 17th, 2009 AP Source: McHale out as Timberwolves coachMINNEAPOLIS — Kevin McHale's 15-year run with his home-state Minnesota Timberwolves has come to an end. A person with knowledge of the decision, speaking on condition of anonymity because an announcement had not been made, told The Associated Press on Wednesday that new basketball boss David Kahn would not retain McHale.