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Knicks buyout Corey Brewer

The New York Knicks have released forward Corey Brewer. Because Brewer will be officially released before March 1, he’s eligible to play in the playoffs with another team. Brewer was acquired by the Knicks last week as a part of […]

Wizards buyout Mike Bibby

Newly acquired Washington Wizards point guard Mike Bibby has agreed to a buyout with the team and is now a free agent. Bibby met with the Wizards front office on Monday and the two sides agreed to terms on a […]

Coyotes acquire D Rostislav Klesla from Columbus

The Columbus Blue Jackets have traded defenseman Rostislav Klesla to the Phoenix Coyotes for Scottie Upshall and Sami Lepisto. Klesla, hampered by injuries the past two seasons, was the expansion club’s first-round pick (fourth overall) in the 2000 player draft. He was the […]

Redskins release Clinton Portis

The Washington Redskins have released veteran running back Clinton Portis. Portis appeared on 106.7 the Fan in Washington D.C. on Monday morning and informed the show that he would no longer be a Washington Redskin. “I should be released today,” […]

Bobcats waive Morris Peterson

The Charlotte Bobcats have waived veteran forward Morris Peterson. Peterson was acquired by Charlotte at last Thursday’s NBA trading deadling along with forward DJ White from the Oklahoma City Thunder for center Nazr Mohammed. The 10-year veteran has appeared in […]

Almost a day off…

The late Jimmy Cannon was famous for writing – among other things – his “Nobody asked me but…” column. It was a fun way to “take a day off” in te mind of Cannon. Accordingly, I’m going to resurrect this […]

Warriors buyout Troy Murphy

The Golden State Warriors and power forward Troy Murphy have reached an agreement on a buy-out. The move will be finalized on Monday and Murphy will be free to sign with any team. The Boston Celtics, Orlando Magic, and Miami […]

Heat vs. Knick Rivalry Renewed

A little over a decade ago the Miami Heat and New York Knicks played against each other four-consecutive times in the playoffs, from 1997-2000. Now, the Knicks with Carmelo Anthony and the Heat with LeBron James and company, the rivalry […]