Jul

23

Gomes Says It’s All About The Benjamins

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You may think that Minnesota Timberwolves small forward Ryan Gomes has a mercenary attitude, and maybe he does. But at least you have to admire him for his honesty! The “Minneapolis Star Tribune” reported Wednesday that Gomes who is a restricted free agent, is impressed with the way the T-Wolves are progressing. But that will not play as large a role in his decision who to sign with, as another fact. Gomes is looking for what the late great James Brown used to call “The Big Payback”.?Gomes who was a second round pick by the Boston Celtics in the 2005 NBA Draft, came to Minnesota last Summer as part of the deal that sent Kevin Garnett to the Celtics. Gomes told reporters his biggest priority is which team is willing to pay him the most. Gomes said “I’m trying to put myself in the best situation to get the most out of this. I have to look in the mirror and see what’s the best possible situation for me.”

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Jul

23

LBJ Likely Will Miss Team USA VS Canada Friday

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The “Associated Press” reported Wednesday that Cleveland Cavaliers All-Star forward LeBron James will most likely miss Team USA’s exhibition game Friday against Team Canada. LBJ sat out the team scrimmage on Wednesday after spraining his right ankle Tuesday during a team practice. James landed on teammate Kevin Durant’s foot and suffered?what is being labeled a mild sprain. Team USA head coach Mike Krzyzewski said that the team is taking the conservative approach in regards to James. Krzyzewski told reporters “If the gold medal game was tomorrow, he’d play. But we’re not playing the gold medal game, or a medal round game right now. So we would rather be cautious right now. I would say right now LeBron wouldn’t play on Friday. I don’t think that’s a wise decision, especially if he hasn’t practiced.” LBJ told reporters the ankle was far less painful Wednesday than on Tuesday.

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Jul

23

Telfair Re-Signs With T-Wolves

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You know the old saying “the third time’s the charm“? Well apparently for Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Seabastian Telfair, it has?been more than a cliche, it’s?become reality. The “Associated Press” reported Wednesday that Telfair has signed a mult-year pact with the team. ?Telfair signed a contract that will keep him in a T-Wolves uniform for at least two seasons, with a player option for the third. Telfair, who was drafted by Portland in the first round of 2004 NBA Draft, had a controversy filled two years with the Trail Blazers. Traded to the Boston Celtics in the Summer of 2006, the guard quickly wore out his welcome with the “Green Team“.? Telfair was traded to Minnesota in the deal that sent Kevin Garnett to Boston, and gained the confidence of head coach Randy Wittman. The Brooklyn, New York native has averaged 7.8 points, 3.8 assists, per game in four seasons in the Association.

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Jul

23

Could Be The End Of The Trail For “Big Shot Rob”

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The “San Antonio Express-News” reported Wednesday, that it appears that veteran free agent Robert Horry may have played his last game in the NBA. Horry told reporters at the end of June,that he would like one more ride on the Association Merry Go Round, and wants to come back for season number 17. The veteran had said that he would like to play for the San Antonio Spurs who he has played for for the last five campaigns. However the paper reports there has been very little contact between the Spurs and the veteran. Horry who will turn 38 years old this August, has won seven NBA Championships, with three different teams. The Houston Rockets in the early part of his career, the Los Angeles Lakers in his middle years, and the San Antonio Spurs where he won his seventh title last year. The veteran now holds the record for most NBA Playoff games played. He eclipsed former Lakers center Kareem Abdul-Jabbar?s mark this season as he now has 244, to Kareem?s 237.

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Jul

23

Olympiakos Signs Childress To Three Year Deal

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The “Associated Press” reported Wednesday that restricted free agent forward Josh Childress has signed a three year deal to play in the Euro-League. Childress’ agent Lon Babby confirmed that the former Atlanta Hawks player has signed a three year deal with Greek team Olympiakos, the deal is reportedly worth $20 million after taxes. Babby said that Childress will earn far more money than he would have in the NBA. Because the former first round pick by Atlanta in the 2004 NBA Draft was a a restricted free agent, the Hawks could match any offer sheet that the forward signed with a NBA franchise. Those restrictions do not apply to him playing in the Euro-League. Olympiakos is one of the premier franchises of the Euro-League finishing second in the Greek League last season. All three years of the contract are guaranteed, but Childress can opt-out at the conclusion of each season. The four year NBA veteran, spoke with reporters on a conference call, and expressed hhis excitement?about his?new situation. Childress said “It’s obviously a bit different, being the first player to do something like this. But I think it’s a great opportunity, and it’s going to be a great experience for me! I was in a situation that I really didn’t know what my answer would be when I got to Athens. But it’s a great city and a great team, and they did everything to make me feel at home.” Childress is the fifth former NBA player to choose to play in Europe this off-season, however the other four players were all born overseas.

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Jul

23

Childress Exploring Euro-League Options

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The “Atlanta Journal-Constitution” has reported that Atlanta Hawks forward Josh Childress was in Greece on Monday looking into possibly signing a deal with Euro-League team Olympiakos. Childress is a restricted free agent, so the Hawks can match any offer sheet that the forward signs with a NBA franchise. Those restrictions would not stop Childress from playing with a Euro-League team. The player with the best Afro in?the modern day NBA, has reportedly been offered a?three year pact by the Greek team for $20 million. If Childress does play in the Euro-League, Atlanta would still control his NBA rights if he tried to return to play in the Association. The Hawks would retain his rights if they made a qualifying offer to Childress when he reapplied to play in the NBA. Childress was picked with the sixth selection in the 2004 NBA Draft.

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Jul

23

Team USA TV Schedule Released

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The TV schedule for the Team USA Basketball squad in the upcoming 2008 Beijing Olympics has been released. All games will air on ESPN, ESPN-2, or ESPN-U. All times listed are EDT. The Network will provide a live game broadcast as well as re-broadcasts of the contests, because of the time difference.

Friday, JULY 25

USA vs. Canada 8 p.m. ET ESPNHD

THURSDAY, JULY 31

USA vs. Turkey 8 a.m. ET ESPN2

USA vs. Turkey, Re-Air 8 p.m ET ESPN2

FRIDAY, AUGUST 1

USA vs. Turkey, Re-Air 6:30 a.m. ET ESPNU

USA vs. Lithuania 8 a.m. ET ESPN2

SATURDAY, AUGUST 2

USA vs. Lithuania Re-Air 3 a.m. ET ESPN2

SUNDAY, AUGUST 3

USA vs. Russia 3 a.m. ET ESPN2

USA vs. Lithuania Re-Air 5:30 p.m. ET ESPNU

USA vs. Russia Re-Air 7 p.m. ET ESPN2

USA vs. Russia Re-Air 10 p.m. ET ESPNU

MONDAY, AUGUST 4

USA vs. Russia Re-Air 6 a.m. ET ESPNU

TUESDAY, AUGUST 5

USA vs. Australia 8 a.m. ET ESPN2

USA vs. Australia Re-Air 8 p.m. ET ESPN2

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