Archive for June, 2010
2010 NBA free agency: Boston Celtics’ Paul Pierce opting out to become free agent
June 30th, 2010 | 
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Paul Pierce’s agent, Jeff Schwartz, told ESPN.com that Pierce has notified the Celtics that he will opt out of the final year of his contract before Wednesday’s deadline.
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Portland Trail Blazers waive forward Ryan Gomes after acquiring him in trade
The Trail Blazers have waived forward Ryan Gomes, who was acquired by Portland via a draft day trade with Minnesota.
Big 12 basketball coaches preparing for new format
With talk of Big 12 realignment swirling around them like floodwaters, nobody at the highest administrative level where historic decisions were being made even bothered to pretend that basketball was a factor.
John Wooden remembered in public service at UCLA
A public memorial for John Wooden is under way inside UCLA’s Pauley Pavilion, where he coached the Bruins to some of their record 10 national basketball championships.
NHL draft wraps up on low-key note (AP)
The NHL draft wrapped up with the final six rounds Saturday during a weekend with plenty of trade speculation, but few completed deals. Minnesota State center Tyler Pitlick was the first pick of the second round by the Edmonton Oilers, who took Taylor Hall with the No. 1 overall selection on Friday night.
NCAA committee to debate 68-team tourney format
All 10 NCAA men’s basketball committee members next week will debate the new 68-team format for the men’s basketball tournament.
University of Kansas chancellor: University hiring auditor in wake of ticket scalping scandal
TOPEKA, Kan. — The University of Kansas is hiring a new auditor and considering changes in the athletic department’s board of directors in response to a recently uncovered ticket-scalping scam, the school’s top administrator said Thursday.
Oklahoma president: SEC invited Sooners, Texas A&M during conference expansion frenzy
The president of the University of Oklahoma says his school and Texas A&M both received invitations to join the Southeastern Conference during the last round of conference realignment.
Police: No link in shootings of Ohio State Buckeyes recruit Jamel Turner
Authorities say they don’t believe there’s a connection between a pair of shootings in a two-months span in which an Ohio State football recruit was wounded.
Former Ohio State Buckeyes receiver Duron Carter enrolls in junior college
Receiver Duron Carter, a starter for Ohio State in 2009 as a freshman, has enrolled at Coffeyville Community College in Kansas with intentions on improving his academic standing.
Hall Classic taking hold in second year (AP) from Yahoo! Sports – MLB News
From the very first inning of its existence, the Hall of Fame Classic resonated like no other exhibition game at venerable Doubleday Field. As it enters its second year, the old-timers’ game that replaced a long-standing tradition — the annual Hall of Fame Game — appears to have a foundation for future success.
Los Angeles Lakers to pay for victory fete, keep cost at $2M from ESPN.com – NBA
The Lakers say they’ll pay for Monday’s NBA championship victory celebration, a more modest event than in past years.
Seahawks release WR Reggie Williams (AP) from Yahoo! Sports – NFL News
The Seattle Seahawks have released wide receiver Reggie Williams, stalling the former top 10 overall draft pick’s NFL comeback. The team announced Friday it had released the former top pick, along with receiver Victor James. The moves make roster room for the signings of rookie fourth-round choices Walter Thurmond and E.J.
Grand jury will not reopen McNair case (AP) from Yahoo! Sports – NFL News
A grand jury says there should not be a new investigation into the murder-suicide of ex-NFL player Steve McNair and his girlfriend. Authorities say the 36-year-old quarterback who spent most of his career with the Tennessee Titans was shot to death July 4, 2009, by his mistress, 20-year-old Sahel Kazemi, who then killed herself.
Lakers to pay for championship parade (AP) from Yahoo! Sports – NBA News
The Los Angeles Lakers say they’ll pay for Monday’s NBA championship victory celebration, a more modest event than in past years. Lakers spokesman John Black said Friday the team anticipates spending around $2 million, including police overtime and other city services. The Lakers plan to celebrate Thursday’s victory over the Boston Celtics with a parade from Staples Center to the…
Philips Arena chief Bob Williams named Atlanta Hawks president from ESPN.com – NBA
Bob Williams, who has run Philips Arena since its opening in 1999, has been named president of the Atlanta Hawks, putting him in charge of the team’s business operations.
