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| Reports from New York indicate the Knicks are on the verge of reaching a trade agreement with the LA Clippers that would send forward Zach Randolph west, according to Newsday. |
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| It appears, though other suitors are seeking opportunity to entice him away, the Charlotte Bobcats are likely to be keeping forward Emeka Okafor and may go as far as to secure him to a long-term deal, according to the Charlotte Observer. |
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| Charlotte head coach Larry Brown is famous for his lean against rookie players and his historical trends to avoid using them in the past, but newly-drafted point guard DJ Augustin has him changing his tune, according to the Associated Press. |
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| Manu Ginobili continues to nurse a sore left ankle but he is optimistic he can compete in the Olympics with Argentina, according to the San Antonio Express-News. He said, "Today, I feel I am more in than out of the Olympics."
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| Etan Thomas, F, Washington Wizards | Saturday 7/12, 10:05 AM CT |
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| Etan Thomas, who underwent open-heart surgery less than a year ago, participated in a full practice on Friday, according to the Washington Post. He reported no issues following the session and is feeling good. |
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| Herbert Hill, F, Philadelphia 76ers | Saturday 7/12, 10:00 AM CT |
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| Herbert Hill has been arrested on Thursday for a DUI, according to the Philadelphia Daily News. Hill was stopped around 4:30 a.m. by police officer Bryan Tierney, who caught him making an unsafe lane change. His blood-alcohol content was measured at 0.16, which is twice the legal limit.
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| Stephon Marbury is making a final attempt to please new coach Mike D'Antoni, according to the NY Post. He showed up early for training camp in Las Vegas, and said, "Right now I've been told I'm going to be playing basketball here. I love New York. I want to finish my career here." He also commented on Antoni's up-tempo offense, "It's a system my game is built for. To have the opportunity to play in the system is definitely gratifying."
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| The Pistons and Warriors have reportedly been discussing a potential trade involving Chauncey Billups, according to the Oakland Tribune. The Pistons want Andris Biedrins, but the Warriors are offering Al Harrington. |
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| Paul Pierce, G, Boston Celtics | Saturday 7/12, 7:32 AM CT |
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| Paul Pierce received his MRI results on his ailing knee, which came back negative, according to the Boston Herald. The MRI showed that there is no significant problem that will hinder him into next season. Danny Ainge said, "It’s what we thought all along. He had a sprained MCL and a bone bruise, and he’ll be fine."
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