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Peja Stojakovic retires from NBA
Peja Stojakovic, one of history's best shooters, has retired from the NBA. Peja grabbed a championship ring last year in his only season with the Dallas Mavericks.
Via Los That Sports Blog
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December 19, 2011
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December 19, 2011
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Ring a 'blessing' for retired Peja Stojakovic
DALLAS -- Peja Stojakovic strolled into the Dallas Mavericks' locker room prior to Wednesday's game against Minnesota and was greeted with several friendly smiles.
Via Star Telegram
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18 days ago
Peja Stojakovic retiring from NBA
Three-time All Star Peja Stojakovic, regarded as one of the finest shooters in NBA history, said Monday he was retiring after 13 seasons in the league, his last a championship-winning campaign with the Dallas Mavericks.
The 34-year-old said he was finding it difficult to deal with neck and back issues and felt it was time to bring an end to his career.
"When you start competing...
Via Fox Sports
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December 20, 2011
Dallas’ Peja Stojakovic retires the right way
Yesterday, one of the most prolific outside shooters in NBA history called it quits as Dallas Mavericks guard Peja Stojakovic retired at the age of 34.
Peja’s 13-year NBA career posted some very solid numbers with 17 PPG; a FG percentage of 45.0; three All-Star appearances; ranking fourth all time in 3PT FG at 1,760; and most importantly earning a nice piece of jewelry...
Via FanAttic Network
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December 20, 2011
Dallas Mavericks Receive Their Championship Rings
Wednesday night, the Mavericks hosted the Timberwolves and it was also their championship ring ceremony. The Mavs welcomed back JJ Barea and Peja Stojakovic (retired) to receive their rings as well.
Pics and video of the ring ceremony below.
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Via LAYUP MAG
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17 days ago
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17 days ago
Stojakovic retires, opens door for young center
Dallas Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle calls it "The Circle of Life in the NBA," and the circle is spinning again for the world champions with a pair of expected moves: the retirement of one of the game's finest marksmen in Peja Stojakovic, and the Mavs' planned signing of young backup center Sean Williams.
The retirement of the 34-year-old Croatian, while not a surprise, is notable...
Via Fox Sports Southwest
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December 19, 2011
Stojakovic retiring from NBA
Three-time All Star Peja Stojakovic, regarded as one of the finest shooters in NBA history, said Monday he was retiring after 13 seasons in the league, his last a championship-winning campaign with the Dallas Mavericks.
The 34-year-old said he was finding it difficult to deal with neck and back issues and felt it was time to bring an end to his career.
"When you start competing...
Via Fox Sports
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December 19, 2011
Dallas Mavericks Get Their Championship Rings (Video)
There has been so much chatter about the Dallas Mavericks’ championship rings, it’s somewhat surprising that we actually got to this point. Nine players from last year’s Mavericks team received their rings on Wednesday night in Dallas. Seven players are still on the team, while Peja Stojakovic, who is now retired, attended the ceremony. Former Dallas point guard...
Via Larry Brown Sports
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17 days ago
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17 days ago
Peja Stojakovic has disappeared in Finals
Calvin Watkins of ESPN reports:
Peja Stojakovic was one of the more dangerous shooters during his prime.
Now 33, he has provided only a few fleeting moments.
In his first NBA Finals, Stojakovic is struggling mightily. A liability on defense, Stojakovic scored his first points of the series Sunday night but isn’t making shots like he used to. [...]
Via Inside Hoops
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June 06, 2011
Stojakovic announces retirement
Peja Stojakovic is retiring from the NBA because of recurring neck and back injuries, according to ESPN.com
Stojakovic, a 13-year veteran, won an NBA title with the Dallas Mavericks last season.
Stojakovic has been plagued by injuries in recent seasons and the ailments began to take their toll.
The 14th overall pick of Sacramento in 1996, he averaged 17 points and 40 percent 3...
Via Pro Sports Daily
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December 19, 2011
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December 19, 2011
Leading Off: Kings should retire Stojakovic's jersey
For most of his 13 seasons in the NBA – the first 7 1/2 in Sacramento – Peja Stojakovic won a constant battle of mind over body.
Via Sacbee
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December 20, 2011
Kings blog: Peja Stojakovic retires after 13 years
In what probably shouldn't come as a big surprise, former Kings small forward Peja Stojakovic told ESPN.com earlier today that he is retiring.
Peja Stojacovich embraces Chris Webber on the Kings Bench after leaving the 4th quarter of game one of the first round of the NBA Western Conference playoffs between the Sacramento Kings and the Dallas Mavericks Sunday, April 18,...
Via Sacbee
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December 19, 2011
Peja Stojakovic Throws in the Towell
Peja Stojakovic, one of the best 3-point shooters in the history of the NBA is calling it quits after 13-seasons. The 34-year old small forward who won an NBA Championship with the Dallas Mavericks last season, is set to retire because he feels his heart and body are not in it 100% anymore. In a [...]
Via Oncourt Onslaught
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December 20, 2011
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December 20, 2011
Q&A with Peja Stojakovic, Dallas Mavericks
BY JOHN ROHDE, Staff Writer, jrohde@opubco.comYou came so close to beating the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Finals in 2002. How tough was it to get over that?"We thought the next year we would be even better.Read more on NewsOK.com
Via NewsOK.com - OKC Thunder
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May 24, 2011
Sacramento Kings: Playing the Spoiler
The Sacramento Kings haven’t been relevant since the Peja Stojakovic and Vlade Divac days and the huge rivalry with the Los Angeles Lakers. Sacramento last made the playoffs in the 2005-2006 campaign, which was also the last time they had a winning record. Since that season, the Kings have gone a measly 137-273 record, which results in a .334 winning percentage.
Though this...
Via Rant Sports
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December 30, 2011
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December 30, 2011
Stojakovic Decides To Retire
Peja Stojakovic has received interested from a number of clubs, but back and neck troubles have made it too difficult to continue.
Via RealGM
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December 19, 2011
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December 19, 2011
Journeyman Stojakovic big part of Mavs' run
Be honest. When you were bombarded with the multitude of players changing teams during the season, did you even notice Peja Stojakovic signing with the Dallas Mavericks?
Would you have if minor headlines hadn't been created as the league investigated the move? Some speculated it was really part of exchange for Alexis Ajinca in a manner meant to circumvent the league's salary...
Via Fox Sports Southwest
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May 09, 2011
Mavericks spotlight: Peja Stojakovic
Dallas Mavericks forward Peja Stojakovic is known for his smooth-shooting stroke from 3-point range. He has become one of the top 3-point shooters in the game, and showed he still has it against Portland in Game 2 of a best-of-seven NBA first-round series on Tuesday night at the American Airlines Center.
Via Star Telegram
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April 20, 2011
Dallas Mavericks' Peja Stojakovic will sit out against the New Orleans Hornets because of personal reasons
Dallas' Peja Stojakovic sat out against the New Orleans Hornets because of personal reasons.
Via ESPN
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April 13, 2011
Stojakovic retires, opens door for young center
Peja Stojakovic's retirement will likely open the door for Sean Williams to return to the NBA.
Via FOX Sports Southwest
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December 19, 2011
Stojakovic retires after 13 NBA seasons
Peja Stojakovic, owner of the fourth-most three- pointers in NBA history, retired Monday after 13 seasons.
Via Basketball ] MiamiHerald.com
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December 19, 2011
Peja Stojakovic announces retirement after 13 seasons
Peja Stojakovic, the Croatian sharpshooter, has announced he is going to retire from the NBA after a 13-year NBA career. Stojakovic spoke to ESPNDallas.com about the decision. The three-time All-Star told ESPN.com on Monday that the physical toll involved in playing after a string of back and neck troubles, at age 34, convinced him that…
Via Pro Basketball Talk
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December 19, 2011
Journeyman Stojakovic big part of Mavs success
Be honest. When you were bombarded with the multitude of players changing teams during the season, did you even notice Peja Stojakovic joining the Dallas Mavericks? Would you have if minor headlines hadn't been created as the league investigated the move, which some speculated was in exchange for Alexis Ajinca in a manner meant to circumvent the league's salary rules, to...
Via Fox Sports Southwest
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May 09, 2011
Peja Stojakovic not on Dallas Mavericks trip, out 2 more games
Peja Stojakovic will not make the Mavericks' road trip due to neck and back issues.
Via ESPN
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March 14, 2011
Mavs' Stojakovic won't play vs. Hornets (AP)
Peja Stojakovic has been scratched from Dallas' lineup for Wednesday night's game against New Orleans because of back spasms. It would have been Stojakovic's first chance to play in New Orleans since the Hornets traded him to Toronto in November. Stojakovic has a history of back problems and says he had a flare up on Tuesday.
Via Yahoo! Sports
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March 09, 2011
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