Jul

22

Warriors Strengthen Bench Trade With Nets For Williams

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The “Associated Press” reported Tuesday that the Golden State Warriors have acquired point guard Marcus Williams from the New Jersey Nets for a conditional first round pick. Williams who was drafted by New Jersey in the 2006 NBA Draft is expected to be the backup to Monta Ellis. Ellis will be elevated to starting point, after the Warriors lost free agent Baron Davis to the Los Angeles Clippers earlier this month. Williams, a former UConn Huskie was a member of the 2007 NBA All-Rookie second team. Golden State General Manager Chris Mullins was excited with the options this will give his team in the back-court next season. Mullins said “We felt that we needed to acquire another point guard and a player who is capable of running our offense and expanding our depth. We feel that Marcus can contribute to our cause next season.”

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Jul

22

ESPN: Team USA: Howard Returns To Practice

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Jul

22

House And Allen Back with Celtics For Two Year Deals

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The “Boston Globe” reported Monday that the Boston Celtics will be bringing back two of their key reserves from the team that won the NBA Finals last month. The paper says that the Celtics will have guards Eddie House and Tony Allen in the fold for the next two seasons. House, signed a two year deal, but?according to reports the?veteran can opt out of the deal for the second season. House who?just completed his eighth season in the Association will earn $2.7 million next season, and $2.9 million if he does not opt out for the following campaign. Allen who was drafted in the first round of the 2004 NBA Draft by the “Green Team” will reportedly earn $2.5 million per season for both years of the deal. Last week Boston, saw another key player James Posey sign as a free agent with the New Orleans Hornets.

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