Cheeks to Return as Sixers Coach

The Philadelphia 76ers today announced that they have agreed on the terms of a contract extension with coach Maurice Cheeks.? As reported on NBA.com, the terms were not disclosed, but the deal extends the current agreement signed in February 2008.? The action locks up the services of a head coach that finished fourth in the balloting for NBA Coach-of-the-Year last season, and who has notched a 113-133 record (along with a career 275-272 mark) since taking the job in May 2005. Cheeks was pleased with the commitment from the team, saying that, ""I just want to thank the 76ers organization, particularly Mr. Snider, Peter Luukko and Ed Stefanski, for continuing to provide this team with everything necessary to compete and achieve our goals.?? My focus remains the same as it was when I first arrived - to do whatever it takes to help us win basketball games." Stefanski, President and General Manager, echoed the sentiment, stating, "Over the course of my time here, Co...