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Ian Thomsen: Iverson has become the ignored
Allen Iverson appears to have announced his retirement, but that doesn't mean he's retired. Ian Thomsen says the 10-time All-Star was once intimidating -- now he's the ignored.
Iverson set to retire, online report says
Allen Iverson is set to retire from the NBA, according to an online report. The statement also says Iverson has tremendous love for the game and the desire to play.
Arash Markazi: NBA Rookie Rankings
Brandon Jennings isn't the only rookie setting pulses racing. In Sacramento Tyreke Evans has emerged as a multi-dimensional force, writes Arash Markazi in his rookie rankings.
Ex-assistant scouting director gambled with Kings
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) -- The Sacramento Kings say they've been informed by the NBA that a former employee gambled while on their staff.
Shaq to miss sixth straight with shoulder injury
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - Cleveland Cavaliers center Shaquille O'Neal is out for Wednesday's game against Detroit with an injured shoulder, the sixth game in a row he will miss.
Bryant's 34 lead way as Lakers hammer Knicks
LOS ANGELES(AP) When Lakers 7-footers Pau Gasol and Andrew Bynum lined up for the opening tip against New York's comparatively pint-sized front line, anybody who has ever seen a pickup game between poorly chosen teams could have predicted what happened next.
Granger's 36 can't save Pacers in loss to Raptors
TORONTO(AP) The Raptors didn't need a big game from Chris Bosh to beat the struggling Pacers. Another lackluster effort by Indiana made it easy work.
Thunder get win at Utah for first time since 2007
SALT LAKE CITY(AP) The Oklahoma City Thunder passed the ball all over the court, played smothering defense and looked like a team with legitimate hopes of making the playoffs.
Ellis, Warriors snap Mavericks' 5-game win streak
The Warriors used six players against the Mavericks because of injuries and illness. No matter. Monta Ellis had 37 points as Golden State ended Dallas' five-game streak 111-103.
Long-tenured Wizards owner Pollin dies at age 85
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Abe Pollin, the Washington Wizards owner who brought an NBA championship to the nation's capital and later had the mettle to stand up to Michael Jordan, died Tuesday. He was 85.
Arenas' leadership leaves much to be desired
After ripping his teammates in recent days, Gilbert Arenas hasn't won many friends in Washington. Nor has he on the NBA Roundtable, which also considers Tracy McGrady's future.
Oden ties career high with 24 as Blazers top Bulls
PORTLAND, Ore.(AP) Greg Oden is starting to become a force on the offensive end.
Thornton, Clippers extend T'wolves drought to 13
LOS ANGELES(AP) Al Thornton scored 31 points and Baron Davis made a clinching layup with 8.5 seconds remaining after missing his first nine shots to help the Los Angeles Clippers beat Minnesota 91-87 Monday night, extending the Timberwolves' losing streak to 13 games.
Mayo, Gay power Grizzlies past stumbling Kings
MEMPHIS, Tenn.(AP) Rudy Gay scored 24 points, O.J. Mayo added 20 and the Memphis Grizzlies beat Sacramento 116-105 on Monday night, sending the Kings to their fourth straight loss.
Shaq practices, hopes to return against Detroit
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) -- Shaquille O'Neal asked for a shot. The Cavaliers gave him 10 days off instead.
Duncan helps Spurs stop Bucks 3-game streak
SAN ANTONIO(AP) The San Antonio Spurs were finally able to take advantage of a big night from Tim Duncan .
McGrady returns to practice, not cleared to play
HOUSTON (AP) -- Tracy McGrady has returned to practice with the Houston Rockets for the first time since microfracture surgery in February, but the seven-time All-Star still doesn't know when he'll play.
Warriors' Nelson misses road trip with pneumonia
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Golden State Warriors coach Don Nelson has pneumonia and isn't traveling with the team for two games in Texas.
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