Report-Wizards re-sign F Josh Howard

Washington, DC – The Washington Wizards have reached agreement on a one-year deal with free agent forward Josh Howard. According to TNT analyst David Aldridge, the deal could pay the veteran up to $4 million if he is able to…

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Lakers C Bynum has successful surgery

El Segundo, CA – Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bynum underwent successful surgery to repair a tear of the meniscus in his right knee, the team announced Wednesday. The arthroscopic procedure was performed by Dr. David Altchek in New York.…

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Raptors acquire C Andersen from Houston

Toronto, ON – The Toronto Raptors have acquired center David Andersen and cash considerations from the Houston Rockets in exchange for a 2015 protected second-round draft choice. The Australian-born Andersen averaged 5.8 points and 3.3 rebounds for Houston in 63…

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Clippers re-sign Butler

Los Angeles, CA – The Los Angeles Clippers have re-signed forward Rasual Butler, the team announced Wednesday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Butler, 31, averaged a career-best 11.9 points in 82 games for the Clippers last season. He…

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USA Basketball names 15 finalists for 2010 World Championship squad

Colorado Springs, CO – USA Basketball announced Wednesday the 15 finalists for its 2010 USA World Championship Team. USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo selected the finalists from a group that assembled in Las Vegas earlier this month to open training…

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Yao can see the end of the line

By John McMullen, NBA Editor Philadelphia, PA – – Your average human being doesn't stand 7-foot-6 and weigh 310 pounds. In basketball, size among the skilled is the holy grail — the only thing you can't teach. But, like anything…

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Magic extend Van Gundy

Orlando, FL – The Orlando Magic have extended the contract of head coach Stan Van Gundy through the 2012-13 season. The team also announced Alex Martins has been promoted to team president and Otis Smith to president of basketball operations…

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