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Bulls agree to deal with G Brewer (AP)
The agent for Ronnie Brewer confirmed Friday the guard has agreed to a three-year contract with the Chicago Bulls. The deal reunites Brewer with former Utah teammates Carlos Boozer and Kyle Korver, who became Bulls earlier this month. Brewer finished last season with Memphis after being dealt from Utah at the trade deadline in February.

Korver agrees to sign with Bulls (AP)
A person familiar with the situation says Kyle Korver is following Carlos Boozer from Utah to Chicago after agreeing to sign with the Bulls. The person spoke Friday on the condition of anonymity because the contract was not finalized and was not sure of the terms. ESPN reported it's a three-year deal for about $15 million.

New Chicago Bull Carlos Boozer says Bulls still have chance to land LeBron James
Carlos Boozer says the Bulls are still in the running to land LeBron James.

Reports: Boozer agrees to join Bulls
Carlos Boozer, one of the top free agents still available, agreed to a five-year, $80-million deal with the Bulls on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.

Boozer agrees to contract with Bulls (AP)
A person familiar with the negotiations says Carlos Boozer is headed to the Chicago Bulls. The person tells The Associated Press that the two-time All-Star forward agreed to a deal on Wednesday and is leaving the Utah Jazz after six seasons. The person, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because the contract doesn't become official until Thursday, did not reveal the terms.

Source: Carlos Boozer, Chicago Bulls agree on $80M contract
Carlos Boozer has agreed to a contract with the Bulls, a source said on Wednesday.

2010 NBA Free Agents: New York Knicks, Carlos Boozer hold exploratory talks
The New York Knicks have had exploratory talks with free-agent power forward Carlos Boozer, according to a source.

Nets talking to Knicks F Lee (AP)
The New Jersey Nets have a Plan B in case LeBron James rejects their offer. The agent for New York Knicks forward David Lee says the Nets have talked to him several times since free agency began on Thursday. An official within the league who is very close to the Nets' management team said the team would also consider going after Utah Jazz forward Carlos Boozer if James rejected the offer that...

NBA free agency: Chicago Bulls meet with Carlos Boozer
The Chicago Bulls hosted free-agent power forward Carlos Boozer.

Bulls talk to Boozer, Bosh and Lee next (AP)
The Chicago Bulls have met with Utah's Carlos Boozer, one of at least three power forwards on their free agent wish list. Boozer met with the Bulls on Thursday and more talks could be held, the person told with The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because they did not have authority to speak publicly about the team's moves.

Boozer listens to Bulls' pitch
The Chicago Bulls have met with Utah's Carlos Boozer, one of at least three power forwards on their free agent wish list.

2010 NBA free agents: Carlos Boozer met with Utah Jazz, Miami Heat; plans meeting with Chicago Bulls, according to source
Carlos Boozer met with the Utah Jazz and the Miami Heat and was scheduled to meet with the Chicago Bulls as well.

Sources: Miami Heat, New Jersey Nets, Chicago Bulls interested in Utah Jazz PF Carlos Boozer
Miami, New Jersey and Chicago have expressed interest in Carlos Boozer and are in the process of scheduling meetings with him on or after July 1, according to league sources. New York is also expected to reach out to the Jazz's two-time All-Star.

Carlos Boozer: Michael Jordan's legacy won't scare free agents
Carlos Boozer said Michael Jordan's legacy won't scare away free agents.

With New York Knicks pick, the Utah Jazz will wait before planning for next season
The Utah Jazz have to wait a week before planning their future as they possess the New York Knicks' first-round draft pick but also have to make decisions about free agents Carlos Boozer and Kyle Korver

Jazz put away Nuggets, get Lakers in Round 2
Carlos Boozer had 22 points and 20 rebounds, rookie Wesley Matthews scored 23 and made a key block, and Utah pulled away late in the fourth quarter and beat the Denver Nuggets 112-104 on Friday night, winning the playoff series in six games.

Boozer's 22 and 20 help Jazz oust Denver (AP)
Carlos Boozer had 22 points and 20 rebounds, rookie Wesley Matthews scored 23 and made a key block, and Utah pulled away late in the fourth quarter and beat the Denver Nuggets 112-104 on Friday night, winning the playoff series in six games. Deron Williams added 14 points and 10 assists for the Jazz, who went on an 11-0 run after Carmelo Anthony had tied the game at 95-all midway through the final...

Lakers, Jazz to meet again in playoffs (AP)
For Carlos Boozer and Deron Williams, this third time isn't particularly charming. For the third straight postseason, the Utah Jazz have run into the Los Angeles Lakers. Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol ended Utah's last two playoff runs, and the franchise with 15 NBA titles again is blocking the Jazz's pursuit of their first.

Nuggets F Nene out with sprained knee (AP)
Denver Nuggets forward Nene sprained his left knee in the first half of Game 5 against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night and the team said he will not return to the game. He will be re-evaluated Thursday. Nene stayed on the court for several minutes after Jazz forward Carlos Boozer banged his left leg into Nene's knee.

Jazz hold off Nuggets after squandering lead
Carlos Boozer had 31 points and 13 rebounds, Deron Williams added 24 points and 13 assists, and the Utah Jazz held off a late charge to beat the Denver Nuggets 117-106 on Sunday night for a 3-1 lead in the Western Conference playoff series.

Deron helps short-handed Jazz tie series (AP)
With Utah running out of big bodies, Deron Williams carried an even bigger load in leading the Jazz to a 114-111 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Monday night in Game 2 of their Western Conference playoffs. Williams had 33 points and 14 assists and Carlos Boozer added 20 points and 15 rebounds as the injury-riddled Jazz tied the series at a win each with the series shifting to Salt Lake City for...

Boozer game-time decision for Jazz (AP)
The Utah Jazz say Carlos Boozer will be a game-time decision in Saturday's playoff opener at Denver. Boozer has a strained muscle in his rib cage and did not play Wednesday when the Jazz closed out the regular season with a loss to the Phoenix Suns. Coach Jerry Sloan said before practice Friday that the Jazz hoped Boozer would be ready to play in Denver, but his status is still uncertain.

Boozer will be game-time decision for Jazz playoff opener
The Utah Jazz say Carlos Boozer will be a game-time decision in Saturday's playoff opener at Denver.

Carlos Boozer to be game-time decision for Utah Jazz's playoff opener vs. Phoenix Suns
Carlos Boozer will be a game-time decision in the Jazz's playoff opener at Denver.

Boozer hurt in Jazz win over Warriors (AP)
Mehmet Okur had 23 points and seven rebounds, Paul Millsap grabbed a career-high 24 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz swept the three-game season series against Golden State with a 103-94 win over the Warriors on Tuesday night despite losing leading scorer Carlos Boozer to an early injury. Boozer strained his right ribcage while playing all 12 minutes of the opening period.

Jazz F Boozer strains rib cage muscle (AP)
Utah Jazz forward Carlos Boozer strained a muscle in his right ribcage after playing all 12 minutes of the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors. Boozer was taken to the locker room at the start of the second quarter for X-rays, then the Jazz announced midway through the third period he would not return because of a muscle strain.

Jazz continue push for West's No. 2 seed (AP)
Deron Williams had 27 points and 16 assists, and the Utah Jazz remained within striking distance of the second playoff seed in the Western Conference with a 114-103 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Friday night. Rookie Wesley Matthews added 20 points on 8-of-11 shooting, while Carlos Boozer had 19 points and 10 rebounds for Utah.

Jazz claim Northwest lead by downing Knicks
Carlos Boozer scored 26 points and pulled down 14 rebounds, Deron Williams added 23 points and 14 assists and the Utah Jazz took over first place in the Northwest Division with a 103-98 win over the New York Knicks on Monday night.

Jazz take over 1st place in Northwest (AP)
Carlos Boozer scored 26 points and pulled down 14 rebounds, Deron Williams added 23 points and 14 assists and the Utah Jazz took over first place in the Northwest Division with a 103-98 win over the New York Knicks on Monday night. Paul Millsap also had a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds for the Jazz, who scored 44 in the first quarter then needed to hold off the Knicks down the...

Jazz extend Wizards' losing streak to 15 (AP)
Mehmet Okur had 22 points and 11 rebounds and the Utah Jazz beat Washington 103-87 on Saturday night, extending the Wizards' team-record losing streak to 15 games. Deron Williams had 20 points and 12 assists for the Jazz, and Carlos Boozer added 22 points -- hitting all eight of his second-half shots -- and 10 rebounds.

Williams, Boozer lead Jazz over Raptors (AP)
Deron Williams had 18 points, 16 assists and eight rebounds, leading the Utah Jazz to a 113-87 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Carlos Boozer added 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Mehmet Okur and rookie Wesley Matthews had 16 points apiece for the Jazz, who won their third straight.

Jazz snap Celtics' 4-game win streak (AP)
Mehmet Okur scored all of his 14 points in the second half and pulled down 15 rebounds, Deron Williams added 22 points and 11 assists, and the Utah Jazz ended the Boston Celtics' four-game winning streak with a 110-97 victory Monday night. C.J. Miles added 23 points and Carlos Boozer overcame early foul trouble to finish with 19 points -- all but one in the second half -- nine rebounds and two...

Williams, Millsap lead Jazz past Hornets (AP)
Paul Millsap had 22 points and 15 rebounds, and Deron Williams added 17 points and 11 assists to help the short-handed Utah Jazz beat the even-more- depleted New Orleans Hornets 106-86 on Saturday night. C.J. Miles scored 19 points for the Jazz, who were without two injured starters and missed Carlos Boozer for much of the game because of foul trouble.

Jazz bounce back with rout of Wizards (AP)
Carlos Boozer scored 23 points, Deron Williams notched his 35th double-double of the season, and the Utah Jazz ended a two-game losing streak with a 112-89 victory over the Washington Wizards on Monday night. Williams finished with 17 points and 11 assists, and keyed a 17-6 run at the start of the third quarter that turned the game into a rout.

Boozer's 23 points fuel Jazz's rout of Wizards
Carlos Boozer scored 23 points, Deron Williams notched his 35th double-double of the season, and the Utah Jazz ended a two-game losing streak with a 112-89 victory over the Washington Wizards on Monday night.

Jazz get 10th straight win vs. Pistons (AP)

Deron Williams had 18 points and 12 assists, and the Utah Jazz beat the Detroit Pistons 115-104 Wednesday night. The Jazz had seven players in double figures as they posted their 10th straight victory over Detroit. Former Pistons center Mehmet Okur finished with 18 points, while Carlos Boozer had 11 points and 12 rebounds.

Williams' big 4th rallies Jazz by Suns (AP)

Deron Williams scored 13 of his 27 points during a 41-point fourth quarter, Mehmet Okur added 24 points, and Utah rallied from a 12-point final period deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns 116-108 on Thursday night. The Jazz trailed 98-86 early in the fourth quarter, then reeled off 12 straight points, capped by a 3-pointer by Okur to tie the game.

Boozer steps up big in second half to lead Jazz
Carlos Boozer scored 20 of his 33 points in the second half to help the Utah Jazz beat the Charlotte Hornets 102-93 on Wednesday night.

Jazz use big 2nd half to beat Bobcats (AP)

Carlos Boozer scored 20 of his 33 points in the second half to help the Utah Jazz beat the Charlotte Bobcats 102-93 on Wednesday night. Utah outscored Charlotte 31-16 in the third quarter to erase an 11-point halftime deficit, then put it away with a 17-7 spurt that blew open a two-point game midway through the fourth quarter.

Jazz rally from 25 down to stun Blazers in OT
Carlos Boozer helped the Jazz rally from 25 down to beat the Blazers on Sunday.

Hawks snap 17-year losing streak in Utah (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 28 points and Josh Smith added 18 as the Atlanta Hawks won in Utah for the first time in 17 years, beating the short-handed Jazz 105-100 on Monday night. Johnson scored 11 points in the fourth quarter, including a 3-pointer with 2:28 left that gave the Hawks a lead they wouldn't relinquish.

Jazz come from 25 down to win in OT (AP)

Carlos Boozer scored on an offensive putback at the end of regulation to force overtime, then gave Utah its first lead since the opening minutes, and the Jazz rallied from down 25 in the third quarter to stun the Portland Trail Blazers 93-89 in overtime on Sunday night. Down 64-39 with 7 minutes left in the third quarter, Utah staged a shocking rally by outscoring the Blazers 44-19 over the final...

Boozer helps Jazz extend road run to 6 (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 30 points and 16 rebounds, Andrei Kirilenko scored 22 points and the Utah Jazz extended their longest road winning streak in eight years with a 100-89 win over the Golden State Warriors on Friday night. C.J. Miles added 16 points and Deron Williams had nine points and 11 assists for the Jazz, who won for the 16th time in 18 games and moved within a half-game of first-place Denver...

Miami Heat trying to acquire Carlos Boozer, sources say
The Miami Heat have spent the final hour-plus before the NBA's 3 p.m. ET trading deadline trying to convince the Utah Jazz to surrender Carlos Boozer, according to NBA front-office sources.

Millsap scores 24 as Jazz beat Hornets (AP)

Paul Millsap scored 24 points on 11 of 13 shooting, and the Utah Jazz beat the New Orleans Hornets 98-90 on Wednesday night. Carlos Boozer scored six of his 16 points in the last 3:06, helping Utah pull away after a 3-pointer by New Orleans' James Posey had tied it at 85. Boozer added 15 rebounds, and Deron Williams had 16 points and 10 assists for the Jazz, who shot 54 percent (38 of 70).

Boozer's 34 power Jazz to 9th consecutive win
Carlos Boozer had 34 points and 14 rebounds and the Jazz beat the Clippers 109-99 Tuesday night for their ninth straight victory.



Boozer lifts Jazz to ninth straight win (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 34 points and 14 rebounds and the Utah Jazz beat the Los Angeles Clippers 109-99 Tuesday night for their ninth straight victory. Boozer, in his second game back after missing the previous three because of a right calf strain, was 13 for 17 from the field to help the Jazz win for the 13th time in their last 14 games.

Kobe-less Lakers end Jazz's streak at 9 (AP)

Pau Gasol had 22 points and 19 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers won their third straight without Kobe Bryant, beating Utah 96-81 on Wednesday night and ending the Jazz's nine-game winning streak. Bryant rested his sore left ankle and the Lakers fared just fine without their superstar, getting 25 points and 11 rebounds from Lamar Odom and 18 points from Jordan Farmar.

Jazz win eighth straight, down Nuggets (AP)

The Utah Jazz already blew one chance to gain on Denver when the Nuggets were without their two top players. When the Nuggets showed up short-handed again, Utah was able to take advantage. Andrei Kirilenko scored 22 points and Carlos Boozer had 19 points and 13 rebounds as the Jazz increased their winning streak to eight with a 116-106 victory over the Nuggets on Saturday night.

Kirilenko, Jazz slow Nuggets for eighth straight
Andrei Kirilenko had 22 points and five steals and Carlos Boozer finished with 19 points and 13 rebounds in his return to the lineup as the Utah Jazz won their eighth straight, beating the short-handed Denver Nuggets.

Week 15 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
With Carlos Boozer sidelined, Paul Millsap will have a chance to step up for the Jazz. Our Sergio Gonzalez likes his prospects for Week 15 and also has a word of warning for Tim Duncan owners in his Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.




Short-handed Jazz ride Millsap by Kings (AP)

Paul Millsap tied his career high with 32 points in his first start of the season and added 14 rebounds and seven assists as the Utah Jazz won their fifth straight, beating the Sacramento Kings 101-94 on Friday night. It's the longest winning streak of the season for Utah, which was without All-Star Deron Williams and forward Carlos Boozer.

The Utah Jazz will be without Deron Williams and Carlos Boozer vs. the Kings
The Utah Jazz are without All-Star point guard Deron Williams and forward Carlos Boozer for Friday night's game against the Sacramento Kings.

Jazz start strong, hold off Blazers (AP)

Deron Williams scored 24 points and the Utah Jazz scored 21 of the first 23 points and went to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 106-95 on Wednesday night. Utah led by as many as 26 points during the first half. The Jazz won for the eighth time in nine games and took over second place in the Northwest Division.

Nash hits 8K assists but Matthews lifts Jazz late
Carlos Boozer had 21 points and 20 rebounds and rookie Wesley Matthews scored 10 of his career-high 21 points in the fourth quarter as the Utah Jazz rallied for a 124-115 win over the Phoenix Suns on Monday.

Boozer's 21 and 20 power Jazz over Suns (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 21 points and 20 rebounds and rookie Wesley Matthews scored 10 of his career-high 21 points in the fourth quarter as the Utah Jazz rallied for a 124-115 win over the Phoenix Suns on Monday. Andrei Kirilenko had 25 points and Deron Williams finished with 18 points and 11 assists for the Jazz, who trailed by 17 in the third quarter.

Nets drop 11th straight, fall to 3-40 (AP)

Mehmet Okur had 20 points and 11 rebounds and the Utah Jazz beat the bumbling New Jersey Nets 116-83 on Saturday night, keeping the Nets winless against the Western Conference. Carlos Boozer had 22 points and nine rebounds, and Ronnie Brewer added 15 points for Utah. The Jazz have won five of six and are seven games above .500 for the first time this season at 25-18.

Boozer nets 31 as Jazz nab fourth win vs. Spurs
Carlos Boozer had 31 points and 13 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz beat the San Antonio Spurs for the fourth time this season, 105-98 on Wednesday night.

Jazz ride Boozer to fourth win vs. Spurs (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 31 points and 13 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz beat the San Antonio Spurs for the fourth time this season, 105-98 on Wednesday night. The Jazz hadn't won in San Antonio in a decade entering this season, but Utah can now claim two road wins over the Spurs. This one wasn't easy, but Utah prevailed in a game of wild swings.

Jazz down Cavs on Gaines' 3 at buzzer (AP)

Rookie Sundiata Gaines hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer to end a frenzied series of comebacks and give the Utah Jazz a 97-96 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night. LeBron James had led the Cavaliers on a 22-4 run earlier in the fourth quarter and put the Cavs up by six points with 32.5 seconds left, but Cleveland couldn't clinch it from the free throw line.

Boozer, Williams help Jazz rout Heat (AP)

Deron Williams had 23 points and 10 assists and Carlos Boozer finished with 25 points and 11 rebounds as the Jazz beat the road-weary Heat 118-89 on Monday night, Utah's first win over Miami in more than two years. Mehmet Okur added 13 points and tied his career high with five blocks as the Jazz beat the Heat for the first time since December 2007.

Williams returns, fuels Jazz by gimpy Mavericks
Deron Williams had 20 points and nine assists in his return to the lineup, Carlos Boozer added 15 points, and the Utah Jazz beat the Dallas Mavericks.

Williams returns, helps Jazz rout Mavs (AP)

This time, there was no fourth-quarter collapse by Deron Williams and the Utah Jazz against the Dallas Mavericks. Williams had 20 points and nine assists in his return to the lineup, Carlos Boozer added 15 points, and the Jazz beat the Mavericks 111-93 on Saturday night. In the teams' last meeting on Nov.

Minus Williams, Jazz cruise by Grizzlies (AP)

C.J. Miles scored a season-high 24 points and Carlos Boozer added 20 to help the Utah Jazz overcome the absence of Deron Williams and beat the Memphis Grizzlies 117-94 on Wednesday night. Williams sat out with a sprained right wrist, which he sustained when he hit the ground after a driving layup in the fourth quarter of Monday's loss to New Orleans.

Durant ties record, Thunder get by Jazz (AP)

Kevin Durant scored 31 points to tie a franchise record for consecutive 30-point games, Nick Collison hit the tying and go-ahead free throws 4.5 seconds left, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Utah Jazz 87-86 on Thursday night. Collison came away with the ball after Durant missed a jumper from the right wing, and was fouled by Paul Millsap in the process.

Jazz shut down struggling Sixers 97-76 (AP)

Deron Williams scored 27 points, Carlos Boozer had 19 points and 11 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz returned home to beat the struggling Philadelphia 76ers 97-76 on Saturday night. The Jazz held the Sixers scoreless for nearly nine minutes late in the second half and used an 11-0 run during Philadelphia's drought to pull away and end a two-game losing streak.

Wade, defense lead Heat past Jazz again (AP)

Dwyane Wade scored 29 points and the Miami Heat held the Utah Jazz to their lowest offensive output of the season, winning 80-70 on Wednesday night. Udonis Haslem added 12 points and 11 rebounds for the Heat, who improved to 11-1 against Utah since the start of the 2004-05 season. Quentin Richardson scored 11 for Miami, which also had its lowest score of the year, one point shy of the 81 it managed...

Jazz bounce back from loss, beat Bobcats (AP)

Deron Williams had 23 points and 10 assists, Carlos Boozer added 22 points and 11 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz bounced back from a miserable performance a night earlier to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 110-102 on Saturday. Boozer and Williams combined for eight points and as many turnovers on 3-of-15 shooting before being benched in the third quarter with the rest of Utah's starters in a blowout...

Williams, Boozer help Jazz rebound vs. Bobcats
Deron Williams had 23 points and 10 assists, Carlos Boozer added 22 points and 11 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz bounced back from a miserable performance a night earlier to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 110-102 on Saturday.

Jazz roll past hapless Nets 108-92 (AP)

Coming off an embarrassing loss at home to Minnesota two days ago, the Utah Jazz weren't about to start a long road trip by letting the NBA's weakest team get the better of them. Deron Williams and Carlos Boozer recorded double-doubles, and the Jazz added to New Jersey's woes, beating the hapless Nets 108-92 on Wednesday night.

Williams' 32 and 15 lead Jazz over Magic (AP)

Deron Williams scored 21 of his 32 points in the second half and had 15 assists and eight rebounds, leading the Utah Jazz to a 120-111 victory over Orlando on Thursday night that snapped Magic's six-game winning streak. Carlos Boozer had 20 points and 14 rebounds, and C.J. Miles added a season-high 22 points for the Jazz, coming off an embarrassing loss in Los Angeles the night before when they...

Boozer's 35 and 13 lift Jazz over Pacers (AP)

Carlos Boozer scored a season-high 35 points and had 13 rebounds to lead the Utah Jazz to their fourth straight victory, 96-87 over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. The Jazz opened the game on a 22-3 run, then got sloppy and had to stop several runs by the pesky Pacers down the stretch. Boozer scored nine points in the fourth as the Jazz avoided blowing a huge lead to Indiana, which lost its...

Can Boozer, others repair their reps?
Carlos Boozer started the season in Utah as public enemy No. 1. Now? He's on Randy Hill's list of players repairing their reps.

Boozer, others give public perception a makeover
Carlos Boozer started the season in Utah as public enemy No. 1. Now? He's one of many on Randy Hill's list of players changing their rep.

Boozer's big game helps Jazz win third straight
Carlos Boozer had 24 points, 15 rebounds and seven assists and the Utah Jazz tied their season-best winning streak with their third straight victory, beating the Memphis Grizzlies 120-93 Monday night.

Boozer leads Jazz to third straight win (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 24 points, 15 rebounds and seven assists and the Utah Jazz tied their season-best winning streak with their third straight victory, beating the Memphis Grizzlies 120-93 Monday night. The Jazz scored their most points this season and beat the Grizzlies for the 10th straight time, going 45 for 77 from the floor and hitting 7-of-14 3-pointers.

Jazz open up big early lead, bury Blazers
Carlos Boozer had 26 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Utah Jazz to a 108-92 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night.

Boozer, Williams lead Jazz past Blazers (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 26 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Utah Jazz to a 108-92 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night. Deron Williams added 24 points and 15 assists for the Jazz, who won for the fifth time in six games. Brandon Roy scored 19 points and LaMarcus Aldridge added 14 for Portland, which lost for the second time in two nights.

Boozer helps Jazz blow by slumping Bulls
Carlos Boozer scored 28 points on 12-for-14 shooting and the Utah Jazz beat the slumping Chicago Bulls 105-86 on Thursday night.

Boozer's 28 lift Jazz by slumping Bulls (AP)

Carlos Boozer scored 28 points on 12-for-14 shooting and the Utah Jazz beat the slumping Chicago Bulls 105-86 on Thursday night. Boozer also had eight rebounds, five assists and three blocks to help the Jazz improve to 8-7 and end a three-game losing streak to the Bulls. Deron Williams had 21 points and six assists for the Jazz, who blew open the game by making 10 of their first 11 shots in the...

Boozer leads Jazz past Pistons in OT (AP)

Carlos Boozer scored 18 of his 22 points in the second half and overtime to lead the Utah Jazz to their fourth straight victory, 100-97 over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night. Andrei Kirilenko scored 15 of his 22 points after halftime, including two free throws with 9.8 seconds remaining to provide the final margin.

Maynor, Jazz hold off Raptors 104-91 (AP)

Rookie Eric Maynor scored 11 of his 15 points in the fourth quarter and helped the Utah Jazz hang on for a 104-91 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. The Jazz let an 18-point lead slip to one early in the fourth before pulling away for their ninth straight win over the Raptors. Carlos Boozer had 22 points and 18 rebounds and Deron Williams added 20 points and nine assists for the...

Jazz use Boozer's double-double to sink 76ers
Carlos Boozer had 24 points and 12 rebounds, Wesley Matthews added a career-high 16 points and the short-handed Utah Jazz ran past the Philadelphia 76ers 112-90 on Friday night.

Short-handed Jazz ride Boozer, top 76ers (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 24 points and 12 rebounds, Wesley Matthews added a career-high 16 points and the short-handed Utah Jazz ran past the Philadelphia 76ers 112-90 on Friday night. Paul Millsap and Mehmet Okur scored 15 points each, Ronnie Brewer contributed 14 and Eric Maynor had 13 points and 11 assists for the Jazz, who played without point guard Deron Williams yet still had seven players in...

Jazz nip Knicks for first New York win since '04
Carlos Boozer and Andrei Kirilenko each scored 23 points and the Jazz won in New York for the first time in more than five years by beating the Knicks 95-93.

Jazz earn first win at MSG since 2004 (AP)

Carlos Boozer and Andrei Kirilenko each scored 23 points, and the Utah Jazz won in New York for the first time in more than five years by beating the Knicks 95-93 on Monday night. Mehmet Okur had the go-ahead basket with 1:16 to play and finished with 18 points and 12 rebounds for the Jazz, who opened a difficult four-game road trip by winning at Madison Square Garden for the first time since Feb.

Rookie G Evans has 32 as Kings top Jazz (AP)

Tyreke Evans scored a career-high 32 points and the Sacramento Kings held off the Utah Jazz for a 104-99 victory Saturday night in their first game without high-scoring guard Kevin Martin. Evans, the fourth overall pick in the June draft, became the focal point of the Kings' offense in place of Martin, who averaged 30.6 points in the first five games.

Jazz snap two-game skid behind Boozer's 27
Carlos Boozer ended his slump with 27 points and 14 rebounds and the Utah Jazz snapped a two-game losing skid by beating the San Antonio Spurs 113-99 on Thursday night.

Boozer's 27 and 14 lift Jazz over Spurs (AP)

Carlos Boozer ended his slump with 27 points and 14 rebounds and the Utah Jazz snapped a two-game losing skid by beating the San Antonio Spurs 113-99 on Thursday night. Deron Williams also scored 27 and had nine assists in Utah's first win over San Antonio since April 2008. Andrei Kirilenko added 12 points and six assists and rookie Wesley Matthews scored a career-high 12 points for Utah, which...

Budinger's 17 help Rockets beat Jazz (AP)

Rookie Chase Budinger scored a career-high 17 points and was one of eight Houston players to score in double figures as the Rockets beat the Utah Jazz 113-96 on Monday night. The Rockets pulled away with a 13-0 run early in the fourth quarter and won in Salt Lake City for the first time since spoiling the Jazz's home opener two years ago.

Jazz dominate 4th, keep Clippers winless (AP)

Paul Millsap scored 17 of his 23 of his points in the second half, and the Utah Jazz used a 15-0 run spanning the third and fourth quarters to beat the Los Angeles Clippers, 111-98 on Friday night. Carlos Boozer had 20 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists, and Deron Williams finished with 21 points and nine assists for Utah, which held the Clippers to 38 points in the second half.

Blazers missing injured Aldridge, Oden (AP)

After a dominating preseason win over the Portland Trail Blazers, Carlos Boozer feels like the Utah Jazz are ready for the regular season. "We've got to tighten up some stuff," he said. "We've got to take care of that full-court press a little better at the end of the game, I'm sure we'll get over it tomorrow.

VIDEO: NBA Tipoff: Jazz
Carlos Boozer wanted out of Utah last year, but he's back with the Jazz. Our NBA Tipoff says he won't be there by season's end.

Carlos Boozer surprised Utah Jazz didn't trade him over summer
Carlos Boozer says he's a little surprised to still be a member of the Utah Jazz.

Disgruntled players lead to dysfunctional teams
Stephen Jackson wants out of Golden State. Carlos Boozer isn't happy in Utah. Charley Rosen knows how to deal with malcontents.

Miami Heat may not be better with Carlos Boozer or Lamar Odom
Acquiring Boozer or Odom or both would change the Heat's outlook much less than one might think.

Boozer's top priority was always Boozer
They were thrilled when he came to Utah. Now Jazz fans are eager to say goodbye to Carlos Boozer. What's changed? Not Boozer.

Jazz's Boozer expecting trade
Carlos Boozer doesn't expect to be playing for the Utah Jazz this season. Just two weeks ago, Boozer opted to remain with the Jazz for the final year of his contract, The two-time All-Star told a Chicago radio station Tuesday he expects the Jazz to trade him. Boozer told WMVP that he and the Jazz agreed to work out a trade that benefits everybody involved. Boozer said he expected to be traded relatively soon.

Carlos Boozer expects Utah Jazz to deal him before season
Carlos Boozer said on Tuesday that he expects to be traded before the season starts.

Blazers sign F Millsap to offer sheet
The Portland Trail Blazers signed restricted free agent forward Paul Millsap to an offer sheet Friday. The Utah Jazz have seven days to match the offer. The terms were not disclosed by the Blazers because of team policy. Millsap's agent did not immediately respond to phone calls and e-mails from The Associated Press seeking comment. Millsap averaged 13.5 points for the Jazz last season, getting double-doubles in 19 straight games while starting for Carlos Boozer, and has career averages of 9.

NBA free agents: Sources: Deal to send Carlos Boozer to the Chicago Bulls in works
Another major multi-team trade could be looming in the NBA with the Portland Trail Blazers, Utah Jazz and Chicago Bulls in discussions about a deal that would be headlined by Carlos Boozer and Kirk Hinrich, according to NBA front-office sources.

Jazz have options with potential Boozer trade
Carlos Boozer is returning to Utah next season, but he may not be staying long. Ross Siler weighs the Jazz's trade options in 2009-10.

Carlos Boozer, Mehmet Okur stay with Jazz, reject free agency
Jazz forward Carlos Boozer and center Mehmet Okur exercised the options on their contracts and will stay with the Jazz.

Boozer, Okur decide to stay with Jazz (AP)
Carlos Boozer and Mehmet Okur are both staying with the Utah Jazz next season. About two hours after Boozer let the Jazz know he decided against opting out of the final year of his contract -- which he once said he intended to do -- Okur joined him Tuesday night. The moves keep the Jazz lineup intact, but at a hefty price, as Boozer is scheduled to make $12.7 million next season and Okur $9...

Carlos Boozer will remain in Utah next season


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Boozer to miss at least four weeks after surgery
Utah Jazz forward Carlos Boozer is expected to miss at least four weeks while recovering from knee surgery.

All-Star F Boozer to have surgery on left knee
Utah Jazz forward Carlos Boozer will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee.

Nowitzki ejected as Mavs lose to Jazz (AP)

Rookie Kosta Koufos scored a career-high 18 points and Deron Williams added 17 points and 13 assists as the short-handed Utah Jazz beat the Dallas Mavericks 97-88 on Friday night. The Jazz were without Carlos Boozer, Paul Millsap and Mehmet Okur -- their top three scorers and rebounders -- but outran the weary Mavericks all game and ended Dallas' three-game winning streak.

Boozer to have 3rd MRI on injured quadriceps
Utah Jazz forward Carlos Boozer will have a third MRI on a quadriceps tendon injury that has kept him out of 17 straight games.

Jazz forward Boozer plans to test free agency
Carlos Boozer said unequivocally Wednesday night that he will indeed opt out of his contract at the end of the season, foregoing a guaranteed $12.66 million to become an unrestricted free agent.

Boozer expects to return to Jazz lineup this week
Carlos Boozer is hoping to return to the Utah Jazz lineup this week after missing the last 10 games with a strained tendon in his left thigh.

Millsap leads Jazz past Raptors 114-87 (AP)

Paul Millsap got his usual double-double and added a career high in assists. Millsap had 17 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists, and the Jazz beat Toronto 114-87 on Friday night in interim coach Jay Triano's Raptors debut. Millsap also had three blocked shots in his seventh straight double-double, filling in nicely as All-Star Carlos Boozer recovers from a thigh injury.

Wade helps Heat move back over .500 (AP)
Dwyane Wade scored 23 points and the Miami Heat climbed back above .500 by beating the short-handed Utah Jazz 93-89 on Wednesday night. The Heat closed a five-game road trip at 3-2 with their ninth win in the last 10 meetings against Utah, which was missing a large chunk of its regular lineup. Miami (10-9) took advantage inside and outrebounded Utah 45-38 as injured forwards Carlos Boozer, Andrei...

Okur helps Jazz beat Grizzlies 103-94 (AP)

The short-handed Utah Jazz got defensive against the young Memphis Grizzlies. Mehmet Okur had a season-high 23 points, leading the Jazz to a 103-94 victory over Memphis on Saturday night. The Jazz were without guard Deron Williams, leading scorer and rebounder Carlos Boozer and key reserve Kyle Korver, but still managed to overcome the offensive loss with a strong defense effort.

Miles, Boozer rally Jazz past Bucks (AP)

C.J. Miles scored a season-high 25 points, Carlos Boozer added 20 points and 11 rebounds before leaving because of a strained quadriceps, and the Utah Jazz rallied to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 105-94 Wednesday night. Andrei Kirilenko, who had to play point guard at times for the depleted Jazz, had 16 points, seven rebounds, five steals and four blocks to help the Jazz stay undefeated at home and...

Kirilenko stuffs Shaq as Jazz end skid (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 21 points and 15 rebounds, Andrei Kirilenko added 19 points and two big blocks in the fourth quarter, and the Utah Jazz snapped a three-game losing streak by beating the Phoenix Suns 109-97 Monday night. C.J. Miles scored a season-high 21 points and Brevin Knight had six assists and 12 points, going 6-for-7 from the floor as the Jazz got the Suns in foul trouble and pulled away in...

Jazz fend off Blazers to stay unbeaten (AP)
Mehmut Okur scored 22 points, Carlos Boozer added 20 -- including four in the final 30 seconds -- and the Utah Jazz held off the Portland Trail Blazers 103-96 on Wednesday night to stay undefeated. Brandon Roy, who had 18 points for Portland, sliced Utah's lead to one at 97-96 on a drive down the lane in the final minute.

Boozer's 25 points lead Jazz by Nuggets (AP)
Carlos Boozer had 25 points and 14 rebounds and Andrei Kirilenko added 16 points in his new reserve role and the Utah Jazz opened the season with a 98-94 win over the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night. Mehmet Okur had 13 points and 10 rebounds and Ronnie Price finished with five assists starting in place of Deron Williams, who is out with a sprained ankle.

Jazz PG Williams injures ankle in win (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 17 points and 15 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz beat the Chicago Bulls 88-80 in a preseason game on Saturday night despite losing Deron Williams to injury in the first quarter. Williams left the game after falling awkwardly and spraining his left ankle. Williams had X-rays, which were negative, but he didn't return to the game.

Jazz beat Blazers in preseason contest
Andrei Kirilenko had 15 points and five assists, and the Utah Jazz beat the short-handed Portland Trail Blazers 93-80 in a preseason game Sunday. With the exception of center Greg Oden, the Blazers' expected starters for the season rested or out due to injuries. Carlos Boozer played in his first exhibition game for the Jazz, who led by as many as 19 points. He missed the first two preseason contests due to a sore left hamstring. Boozer had 12 points and eight rebounds in 15 minutes.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/419040774" height="1" width="1"/

Jazz ease past short-handed Blazers (AP)

Andrei Kirilenko had 15 points and five assists, and the Utah Jazz beat the short-handed Portland Trail Blazers 93-80 in a preseason game Sunday. With the exception of center Greg Oden, the Blazers' expected starters for the season rested or were out because of injuries. Carlos Boozer played in his first exhibition game for the Jazz, who led by as many as 19 points.

Report: Jazz, Williams agree to 4-year extension
The Utah Jazz doled out big-money contracts to land free agents Carlos Boozer and Mehmet Okur in the summer of 2004. Four years later, the Jazz are ready to give franchise point guard Deron Williams a big-money deal, too.

Report: Boozer, Williams will be named to US team
Jazz duo Carlos Boozer and Deron Williams will be named to Team USA for the Beijing Olympics, the Salt Lake Tribune reported Saturday.

Garnett provides big challenge to Lakers (AP)
While Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers used an explosive offense to reach the NBA finals, their defensive adjustments were critical as well. Now, after getting past the likes of Utah's Carlos Boozer and San Antonio's Tim Duncan in the Western Conference playoffs, they face perhaps their most daunting challenge in Boston's Kevin Garnett, a versatile 7-footer who can do damage from the inside...

Kobe can't save Lakers in Salt Lake City
This time Carlos Boozer dominated and Pau Gasol was soft. That's why the Jazz finally stopped the Lakers, Charley Rosen says.

Boozer's 20-20 game lifts Jazz by Lakers (AP)

Carlos Boozer broke out of his slump with 27 points and tied his career playoff-high with 20 rebounds, leading the Utah Jazz to a 104-99 victory over Los Angeles on Friday night, cutting the Lakers' lead in the series to 2-1. It was the Lakers' first loss this postseason. Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinal is Sunday at Utah.

Boozer unable to hold his ground against Lakers
Carlos Boozer hasn't shown up yet against the Lakers. And Mike Kahn says it's why the Jazz are in a must-win situation tonight.

Williams pushes Jazz to 3-1 series lead (AP)

Mehmet Okur can expect to get something nice from teammate Deron Williams. Okur bailed out Williams when he missed two free throws with 7.3 seconds left, then Okur made two from the line to seal an 86-82 win over the Houston Rockets on Saturday that put the Jazz up 3-1 in the best-of-7 series. "Memo saved my butt.

Jazz trio proves too much for Rockets (AP)

Who says the Utah Jazz can't play well on the road? Andrei Kirilenko scored 21 points, Carlos Boozer had 20 points and 16 rebounds and the Utah Jazz beat the Houston Rockets 93-82 in the opener of their first-round series Saturday night. Deron Williams had 20 points and 10 assists as Utah, 17-24 on the road during the regular season, won its second straight playoff game in Houston.

Spurs wrap up No. 3 seed, will play Suns (AP)

The San Antonio Spurs wrapped up the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference playoffs in dominant fashion, routing the Utah Jazz 109-80 on Wednesday night. The Spurs will face the sixth-seeded Phoenix Suns in the first round. The Jazz will take on the Houston Rockets. The Spurs' win, coupled with Houston's victory earlier Wednesday evening, firmed up seeds 3-6 in the West, which were still up in the air...

Jazz get key 105-96 win over Rockets (AP)

Carlos Boozer scored 21 points and pulled down 11 rebounds as Utah beat Houston 105-96 on Monday, pulling the Jazz even with the Rockets in the muddled Western Conference standings with one game to go in the regular season. Both teams are 54-27, but by winning two of three against the Rockets the Jazz would hold home-court advantage if they still have identical records after Wednesday and meet in...

Mavs clinch berth on Dirk's late 3 (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki swished a 3-pointer with 0.9 seconds left, breaking a tie and giving the Dallas Mavericks a 97-94 victory over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night that also clinched a playoff berth. Dallas got in on the combination of the victory and Golden State losing to Denver. With three games left, the Mavericks have a two-game edge on the Nuggets for the No.

Jazz snap Spurs' 8-game win streak 90-64 (AP)

Mehmet Okur had 17 points and 16 rebounds and the Utah Jazz ended San Antonio's eight-game winning streak, beating the Spurs 90-64 on Friday night. San Antonio matched its lowest point total in franchise history, set in a loss to Cleveland in March 1997. The Jazz held the defending NBA champion Spurs without a point for almost the first 4 minutes of the fourth quarter.

Boozer, Williams power Jazz by Clippers (AP)
Carlos Boozer scored 34 and Deron Williams had 32 points to overcome the loss of the three other Utah starters and lead the Jazz past the reeling Los Angeles Clippers, 121-101 on Friday night. In their quest for the top spot in the Western Conference, the Jazz duo was nearly unstoppable as Utah finished its five-game homestand with a 4-1 mark and has now won 32 of their last 33 against the...

Boozer, Williams lead Jazz over Bobcats (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 28 points and 13 rebounds, and Deron Williams added 14 points and 15 assists to lead the Utah Jazz over the Charlotte Bobcats 128-106 on Tuesday night. Mehmet Okur also had a double-double for Utah with 20 points and 10 rebounds, and the Jazz pulled away after letting a 20-point lead slip to three early in the fourth quarter.

NBA Tipoff: Jazz-Celtics
Carlos Boozer and the Jazz take aim at the Celtics' 10-game winning streak tonight. Marques Johnson offers his take.

Williams helps Jazz hold off Bucks (AP)

All season long, the Utah Jazz have made a bad habit out of losing to teams they shouldn't on the road. And it might have happened again Wednesday night if it wasn't for Carlos Boozer. Boozer hit the go-ahead layup with 46.7 seconds left and the Jazz narrowly avoided their second straight surprising road loss by holding on to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 114-110.

Jazz notch 18th straight home victory (AP)

First, Mehmet Okur drove through the Denver Nuggets with the swiftness of a guard. Then, the 6-foot-11 Utah center went outside and started shooting like a guard, too. Okur hit a career-high six 3-pointers while leading the Jazz to a 132-105 rout of the Nuggets, extending Utah's lead over Denver in the Northwest Division.

Jazz deal Suns third straight home loss (AP)

The Utah Jazz went on a scoring binge against Phoenix on Friday night. Everybody's doing that against the struggling Suns these days. Carlos Boozer scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half, including a tough 8-foot bank shot with 31.1 seconds to play, and the Jazz handed the Suns their third consecutive home loss, 126-118.

Jazz rout Wolves, run home streak to 17 (AP)

Deron Williams had 21 points and 11 assists and the Utah Jazz won their 17th straight home game, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 105-76 on Wednesday night. Utah improved to 26-3 at home and is two wins away from tying the team record for consecutive home wins. Carlos Boozer had 16 points and 14 rebounds, Mehmet Okur added 15 points and nine boards and Ronnie Brewer scored 16 for the Jazz.

Williams' 19 assists spark Jazz (AP)

Deron Williams had 19 assists and scored 13 points, and the Utah Jazz sent the Memphis Grizzlies to their eighth straight loss, 113-92 on Saturday night. Seven scored in double figures for Utah, including all five starters. Carlos Boozer led Utah with 18 points, and Mehmet Okur finished with 17 points and 13 rebounds.

Jazz win 14th consecutive home game (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 21 points and 12 rebounds to help the Utah Jazz hold off Atlanta 100-94 on Saturday night for their 14th straight home victory. Kyle Korver scored 13 points, including six free throws in the final 20.4 seconds to help clinch the win. Josh Smith, who led Atlanta with 30 points, converted a three-point play with 1:58 remaining to get the Hawks within 90-88.

Jazz complete season sweep of Warriors (AP)

Deron Williams had 29 points and 12 assists, and the Utah Jazz overcame a shaky first quarter to beat the Golden State 119-109 on Tuesday night, sweeping the season series against the Warriors. All-Star Carlos Boozer had 16 points and 12 rebounds, and Mehmet Okur also had a double-double with 16 points and 10 boards.

Jazz bounce back, defeat Bulls 97-87 (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 22 points and 12 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz responded one night after their 10-game winning streak ended by beating the Chicago Bulls 97-87 Saturday. Deron Williams added 15 points and 11 assists, while Ronnie Price scored all of his 10 points in the second half, when the Jazz let a 14-point lead fall to two before pulling away in the fourth quarter.

Jazz roll to eighth straight victory (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 19 points and 10 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz extended their winning streak to eight games Saturday night with a 110-91 victory over the new-look Memphis Grizzlies. The Jazz have won 12 of their last 13 and sit atop the Western Conference's Northwest Division. Memphis lost its third consecutive game, and Grizzlies fans got a glimpse of what the rest of the season might be like...

Williams helps Jazz win sixth straight (AP)

Deron Williams had 22 points and 12 assists for his fifth straight double-double, and the Utah Jazz extended their winning streak to a season-high six games with a 100-89 victory over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night. Carlos Boozer added 17 points and Mehmet Okur finished with 12 points and 11 rebounds for the Jazz, who haven't trailed in their last two games.

Jazz exploit Yao-less Rockets (AP)

Deron Williams had 17 points and 12 assists, Kyle Korver added 17 points, including two late 3-pointers, and the Utah Jazz took advantage of Yao Ming's absence to beat the Houston Rockets 97-89 on Sunday night. Yao, voted the starting center for the Western Conference in next month's All-Star game, sat out with an upper respiratory infection, the first game he's missed this season.

Boozer powers Jazz over Kings 127-113 (AP)

Carlos Boozer made his first 13 shots and finished with 33 points to lead the Utah Jazz over the Sacramento Kings 127-113 on Friday night. Boozer shot 15-for-19 and had 10 rebounds and Andrei Kirilenko added 25 points, six rebounds and six assists. Deron Williams had 16 points and 14 assists for Utah, which improved to 2-1 against Sacramento and for the first time since 2000 won't lose the season...

Magic suffer second straight road loss (AP)

Deron Williams had 17 points and 11 assists and the Utah Jazz sent Orlando to consecutive road losses for the first time this season, beating the Magic 119-115 on Saturday night. Carlos Boozer added 15 points and 10 rebounds, and Andrei Kirilenko returned after missing three games and finished with 16 points, eight assists and seven rebounds.

Jazz roll past Pacers 111-89 (AP)

Matt Harpring and the Utah reserves saw the beating the Jazz starters put on the Indiana Pacers right from the start. Then they came in and turned up the intensity another notch. Carlos Boozer scored 22 points and Harpring added a season-high 16 to power the Jazz to a 111-89 victory on Tuesday night. "We did a good job being the aggressors tonight and we did a good job maintaining that throughout...

Webster's 24 in 3rd quarter lift Blazers (AP)

Martell Webster had a career-high 26 points, 24 in the third quarter alone, and the Portland Trail Blazers got their revenge against Utah by beating the Jazz 103-89 on Saturday night. Earlier this week, the Jazz snapped a 13-game Portland winning streak with a 111-101 victory in Salt Lake City. The Blazers, who led by as many as 20 points, have won three straight since the streak-stopping loss.

Korver's FTs help Jazz hold off Sixers (AP)

Deron Williams ran the same old Utah pick-and-roll with Carlos Boozer to put the Jazz in position to win. Then, a new face came in to secure the victory. Williams fed Boozer for two open jumpers in the final 1:13, but the Jazz didn't escape with a 110-107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers until newly acquired Kyle Korver made five consecutive free throws in the final 27 seconds against his former...

Jazz end Blazers' 13-game winning streak (AP)

The Portland Trail Blazers had to settle for a near-perfect December. The Blazers' 13-game winning streak ended Monday night with a 111-101 loss to the Utah Jazz, Portland's first defeat since Dec. 2. "It was a great month for us. We lost the first game of the month and the last game of the month. Any time you do that, I think that's a sign of a young team maturing," said Brandon Roy, who scored 17...

Lakers' Jackson ties Auerbach in wins (AP)

Phil Jackson pulled even with Red Auerbach in regular-season victories, 5 1/2 seasons after tying the Boston Celtics coach for the most NBA championships won. Kobe Bryant had 31 points and seven assists before sitting out the fourth quarter and the Lakers beat the Utah Jazz 123-109 Friday night, giving Jackson his 938th career win and a share of seventh place on the career list.

Roy leads Blazers to sixth straight win (AP)

If Brandon Roy is any indication, the Portland Trail Blazers won't have to worry about getting overconfident riding their six-game win streak. "In this league it's great to get a string of wins, but you have to stay consistent," Roy said. "We don't want to get too excited -- but we are thrilled." Roy scored 29 points, Travis Outlaw had 21 and Portland beat the Utah Jazz 99-91 on Friday night,...

Boozer helps Jazz end 6-game slide (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 21 points and 16 rebounds to lead the Utah Jazz to a 96-75 victory over the Seattle SuperSonics on Saturday night, snapping a six-game losing streak. Deron Williams added 18 points and 10 assists for the Jazz. Ronnie Brewer also had 18 points and Andrei Kirilenko scored 16. Wally Szczerbiak scored 24 points for Seattle, which had won two straight.

Boozer, Okur out with injuries for Jazz
Jazz forward Carlos Boozer and center Mehmet Okur did not play in Utah's game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday. Boozer was out with a sprained right ankle and Okur missed the game with back spasms. Boozer injured his ankle Wednesday in a win at Philadelphia. It was the first game he missed this season after leading the Jazz through the first 16 with a 25.4-point scoring average and 12 double-doubles.

Boozer, Okur sit out for Jazz vs. Lakers (AP)
Jazz forward Carlos Boozer and center Mehmet Okur did not play in Utah's game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday. Boozer was out with a sprained right ankle and Okur missed the game with back spasms. Boozer injured his ankle Wednesday in a win at Philadelphia. It was the first game he missed this season after leading the Jazz through the first 16 with a 25.4-point scoring average and 12...

Boozer leads Jazz over 76ers 106-95 (AP)

Carlos Boozer scored 12 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Utah Jazz to a 106-95 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Ronnie Brewer added 19 points and Mehmet Okur had 16. Deron Williams had 15 points and 15 assists for the Jazz (11-5), who rebounded after a 113-109 loss at New York two nights earlier.

Dime: Boozer hammers shorthanded Pistons
With Rasheed Wallace injured, Dime says the Jazz had too many weapons for the Pistons, so Carlos Boozer shot 17-for-20 for 36 points.

Boozer, Williams lift Jazz over Pistons (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 36 points and 11 rebounds, Deron Williams added 21 points and 14 assists, and the Utah Jazz posted a 103-93 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday. Detroit played without Rasheed Wallace (knee) for the second game in a row, then had head coach Flip Saunders ejected after picking up a pair of technicals for arguing with official Marc Davis in the third quarter.

Dunleavy leads Pacers past Jazz
Mike Dunleavy scored 25 points, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Utah Jazz 117-97 on Saturday night to snap a six-game losing streak. Danny Granger had 19 points and Jamaal Tinsley had eight points and 13 assists for the Pacers (4-6). Marquis Daniels scored 17 points for Indiana after sitting out Friday's loss at Toronto with a sore left knee, and Shawne Williams added 16 points and eight rebounds. Carlos Boozer led the Jazz with 19 points and Andrei Kirilenko added 12.

James scores 40 as Cavs end Jazz streak
LeBron James scored 40 points - 34 in the second half - and made a crucial block on former teammate Carlos Boozer in the final seconds Friday night to give the Cleveland Cavaliers a 99-94 victory over Utah, ending a five-game winning streak by the Jazz. James, playing as he did while leading the Cavs to their first NBA finals last season, did it all. He just missed another triple-double, finishing with 10 rebounds, nine assists and three blocks.

James' 40 lifts Cavs over Jazz 99-94 (AP)

LeBron James scored 40 points -- 34 in the second half -- and made a crucial block on former teammate Carlos Boozer in the final seconds Friday night to give the Cleveland Cavaliers a 99-94 victory over Utah, ending a five-game winning streak by the Jazz. James, playing as he did while leading the Cavs to their first NBA finals last season, did it all.

Jazz win 5th straight, beat Raptors (AP)

The Utah Jazz aren't worried about winning with style. They know ugly victories are worth just as much as the pretty ones. Carlos Boozer had 23 points and 14 rebounds, Deron Williams scored 22 points, and the Jazz beat the Toronto Raptors 92-88 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight win. "We'll take any victory," Boozer said.

Jazz edge Raptors on late free throws
Carlos Boozer had 23 points and 14 rebounds, Deron Williams scored 22 points, and the Utah Jazz beat the Toronto Raptors 92-88 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory. Mehmet Okur added 13 points for Utah, which got eight points and 11 rebounds from Andrei Kirilenko. Ronnie Brewer scored 12 points for the Jazz. Anthony Parker led Toronto with 19 points, while rookie Jamario Moon, making just his second career start, scored a career-high 15.

Jazz win fourth straight
Carlos Boozer had 32 points and 10 rebounds for his seventh double-double of the season and the Utah Jazz beat the short-handed Sacramento Kings 117-93 on Monday night. Andrei Kirilenko added 15 points, eight rebounds, eight assists and three blocks for the Jazz, who won their fourth in a row. The Kings played without three of their starters and were outrebounded 41-32 and committed 19 turnovers. John Salmons led Sacramento with 22 points.

Boozer leads Jazz past undermanned Kings (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 32 points and 10 rebounds for his seventh double-double of the season and the Utah Jazz beat the short-handed Sacramento Kings 117-93 on Monday night. Andrei Kirilenko added 15 points, eight rebounds, eight assists and three blocks for the Jazz, who won their fourth in a row. The Kings played without three of their starters and were outrebounded 41-32 and committed 19 turnovers.

Boozer, Williams ease Jazz by Grizzlies (AP)

Andrei Kirilenko seemed to be everywhere on the court. The long-armed Russian had four steals, a blocked shot and numerous other tipped passes and deflections on defense. Kirilenko also tallied 15 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists to fall just shy of his third career triple-double to spark the Utah Jazz over the sloppy Grizzlies 118-94 Saturday night.

Boozer leads Jazz to third straight win
Carlos Boozer scored 31 points and Deron Williams had 20 points and 13 assists to lead the Utah Jazz over the sloppy Memphis Grizzlies 118-94 Saturday night. Andrei Kirilenko had 15 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists to fall just shy of his third career triple-double as the Jazz won their third game in a row. Down by 25, the Grizzlies used a small lineup sparked by Michael Conley's slashing drives to make it 100-87 on Casey Jacobsen's 3-pointer with 5:39 remaining.

Williams' late layup lifts Jazz by Cavs (AP)

Deron Williams made a layup with 1.3 seconds remaining, and the Utah Jazz overcame LeBron James' triple-double and tying 3-pointer in a 103-101 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. Carlos Boozer had 23 points and 12 rebounds and Paul Millsap scored a career-high 24 points for the Jazz, who needed Williams to save them by driving the length of the court after James tied the score at...

LeBron's triple-double comes up short
Deron Williams made a layup with 1.3 seconds remaining, and the Utah Jazz overcame LeBron James' triple-double and tying 3-pointer in a 103-101 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. Carlos Boozer had 23 points and 12 rebounds and Paul Millsap scored a career-high 24 points for the Jazz, who needed Williams to save them by driving the length of the court after James tied the score at 101 with 6 seconds left with his seventh straight point for the Cavs.

Williams scores 30 as Jazz beat Warriors (AP)

The Utah Jazz took a page from the Golden State Warriors playbook, going with an uptempo offense. Deron Williams scored 16 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter and the Utah Jazz beat the Golden State Warriors 133-110 on Saturday night. With the Jazz holding a six-point lead, Williams made seven of his final eight shots to turn the game into a rout.

Boozer, Williams lead Jazz in rout (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 32 points and 15 rebounds, Deron Williams added 24 points and the Utah Jazz jumped right back into last season's playoff form with a 117-96 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. Ronnie Brewer scored 18 points and Paul Millsap added 16 for the Jazz, who reached the Western Conference finals last spring with a five-game victory over Golden State in the second...

Boozer, Williams pace Jazz to opening win
Carlos Boozer had 32 points and 15 rebounds, Deron Williams added 24 points and the Utah Jazz jumped right back into last season's playoff form with a 117-96 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. Ronnie Brewer scored 18 points and Paul Millsap added 16 for the Jazz, who reached the Western Conference finals last spring with a five-game victory over Golden State in the second round, ending the eighth-seeded Warriors' unlikely playoff run.

Opening night for Jazz
Dime Smack will have an eye on Carlos Boozer, Andrei Kirilenko and the Utah Jazz as they open at Golden State tonight.

West is best
Carlos Boozer tells Dime why he thinks the Western Conference is tops, and who he thinks will win it all this season.

Report: Boozer won't travel on preseason road trip
The Utah Jazz will have to wait a while longer for All-Star forward Carlos Boozer to return.

Boozer could miss start of Jazz camp (AP)
Utah Jazz forward Carlos Boozer could miss the start of training camp next week while his son recovers from a bone-marrow transplant in Miami. Camp starts Tuesday and runs through Oct. 6 in Boise, Idaho. "As soon as my son is home from the hospital and stable, I will join my teammates," Boozer said in a statement released by the team Thursday.

Utah's Boozer could miss camp to be with ill son
The Utah Jazz say star forward Carlos Boozer could miss training camp next week while his son recovers from a bone-marrow transplant in Miami.

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