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Source: Prokhorov, King to meet with Williams
Brooklyn Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov will meet with general manager Billy King and point guard Deron Williams in Turkey, a source confirmed to ESPNNewYork.com.

Source: Prokhorov, King to meet with Williams
Brooklyn Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov will meet with GM Billy King and point guard Deron Williams in Turkey, a source confirmed to ESPN NewYork.com.

Nets GM confident Williams will stay
Nets general manager Bill King believes All-Star point guard Deron Williams will join the team in its new home in Brooklyn after exploring free agency this summer.

Nets GM confident G Deron Williams will stay (Yahoo! Sports)

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) Nets general manager Bill King believes All-Star point guard Deron Williams will join the team in its new home in Brooklyn after exploring free agency this summer.

Deron Williams wants new deal before Olympics (Yahoo! Sports)
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) All-Star point guard Deron Williams wants to have a new contract before the Olympics start in late July.

Williams seeks new deal before Olympics
All-Star point guard Deron Williams wants to have a new contract before the Olympics start in late July.

Nets' Williams wants contract before Olympics
Deron Williams wants to make a decision about where he's going to play in the future by the Olympics.

D. Williams to sit Nets' last game in New Jersey
Deron Williams will miss the New Jersey Nets' final home game in the Garden State on Monday night with the same sore left calf that has kept him out of his team's previous three contests.

Nets point guard Williams out with sore calf
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams will miss Wednesday night's game because of a sore right calf, according to the team's official injury report.

Heat hold Wade out vs. Nets; D-Will (calf) sits
Dwyane Wade and Deron Williams are both out for the Heat-Nets game Monday night.

Miami's Dwyane Wade and Nets' Deron Williams out (Yahoo! Sports)
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade and New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams missed Monday night's game with injuries.

Nets' Williams (calf) a game-time call vs. Heat
Deron Williams is a game-time decision for the New Jersey Nets game Monday night against the Miami Heat because of a right calf injury.

Green, Brooks help Nets top 76ers 95-89 (Yahoo! Sports)

PHILADELPHIA (AP) Gerald Green scored 23 points, and Kris Humphries had 18 points and 13 rebounds to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 95-89 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night.

Nets' Prokhorov on 'same page' as PG Williams
New Jersey Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov spoke with likely free-agent-to-be Deron Williams on Monday and said that the two are "on the same page."

Prokhorov meets Williams, believes Nets will win (Yahoo! Sports)

NEW YORK (AP) New Jersey Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov has met with Deron Williams to discuss his future with the NBA team, but the Russian tycoon refused to say whether the All-Star guard gave any indication whether he would opt out of his contract after this season.

Green, Morrow lead Nets past Cavaliers in OT (Yahoo! Sports)

Gerald Green scored a season-high 32 points, including a clutch 3-pointer with 36.7 seconds left in regulation and a high-flying dunk in overtime, leading the New Jersey Nets to a 122-117 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday night. Anthony Morrow scored 24 points, Deron Williams had 18 points and 10 assists and Kris Humphries added 16 points and 11 rebounds to help the Nets win their...

Williams' double-double leads Nets over Wizards (Yahoo! Sports)

Deron Williams had 19 points and 13 assists in fighting off the lingering effects of the flu, leading the New Jersey Nets to a 110-98 victory over the fading Washington Wizards on Friday night. Gerald Wallace added 19 points and reserve Anthony Morrow had 17 as the Nets (20-37) won for the fourth time in six games to keep their microscopic playoff hopes alive with nine games left in the season.

Morrow, Williams lead Nets past Kings, 111-99 (Yahoo! Sports)

Anthony Morrow made six 3-pointers and scored 24 points to lead the New Jersey Nets past the Sacramento Kings 111-99 on Saturday night for their season-high third straight win. Deron Williams had 19 points, 15 assists and six rebounds for the Nets, who had lost 12 of their previous 13 visits to Sacramento.

Deron Williams leads depleted Nets over Pacers (Yahoo! Sports)

Deron Williams had 30 points and nine assists and injury-ravaged New Jersey beat the Indiana Pacers 100-84 Wednesday night in a game the Nets finished with eight healthy players. Rookie MarShon Brooks added 17 points and Gerald Green had 14 as the woeful Nets won for the second time in eight games and handed the Pacers their second loss in six.

Williams' double-double leads Nets over Bobcats (Yahoo! Sports)

Deron Williams had 19 points and matched his season high with 14 assists and the New Jersey Nets snapped a five-game losing streak with a 102-89 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Saturday night. Kris Humphries added 20 points and 16 rebounds and former Bobcat Gerald Wallace had 15 points as the Nets (16-34) swept the four-game season series with the woeful Bobcats (7-39).

Nene lifts Wizards past Nets in debut with team
Nene had 22 points and 10 rebounds in his Washington debut, and the Wizards defeated New Jersey 108-89 Wednesday night in a game marred by the third-quarter ejections of Nets' All-Star point guard Deron Williams and head coach Avery Johnson.

Nene has strong debut, leading Wizards over Nets (Yahoo! Sports)

Nene had 22 points and 10 rebounds in his Washington debut, and the Wizards defeated New Jersey 108-89 Wednesday night in a game marred by the third-quarter ejections of Nets' All-Star point guard Deron Williams and head coach Avery Johnson. Williams and Johnson were tossed by referee Josh Tiven with 5:18 left in the quarter for arguing a non-call on a Williams' drive to the basket seconds...

Thompson has career-high 27 to lead Cavs past Nets (Yahoo! Sports)

Tristan Thompson scored a career-high 27 points, grabbed 12 rebounds and gave Cleveland the lead with a tip-in with 1:11 to play Monday night, leading the Cavaliers to a 105-100 victory over the New Jersey Nets. Fellow rookie Kyrie Irving added 26 points, seven assists and five rebounds as the Cavaliers snapped a three-game losing streak and sent the Nets to their third straight loss.

D-Will to return, Wallace to make Nets debut
Point guard Deron Williams and recent acquisition Gerald Wallace will start against the New Orleans Hornets, coach Avery Johnson announced before the game.

Nets' Williams won't follow Howard and opt in
Nets point guard Deron Williams will not be waiving his early termination option like Magic center Dwight Howard just did, according to a report, and intends to opt out and become a free agent at the end of the season.

Nets rule Williams out of third straight game
Nets point guard Deron Williams will miss his third straight game Wednesday night with a strained right calf, but is still listed as day to day, the team said.

Nets' Williams out again as injury to calf lingers
Nets point guard Deron Williams will miss his second straight game Monday night against the Bucks with a strained right calf, the team announced.

D-Will out for Nets; Rockets without ill Lowry
The New Jersey Nets and Houston Rockets were without their starting point guards for their matchup Saturday night.

Nets' Williams, Rockets' Lowry out (Yahoo! Sports)
The New Jersey Nets and Houston Rockets were without their starting point guards for their matchup Saturday night. The Nets' Deron Williams was sidelined for the second time this season after straining his right calf in Friday night's win at Charlotte. New Jersey coach Avery Johnson said Williams, who is averaging a team-best 22 points and 8.1 assists, is listed as day-to-day and will be...

Nets overcome loss of D-Will, hold off Bobcats
Kris Humphries had 20 points and 15 rebounds and the New Jersey Nets overcame an injury to Deron Williams to defeat the Charlotte Bobcats 83-74 Friday night.

Humphries leads Nets to 83-74 win over Bobcats (Yahoo! Sports)

Kris Humphries had 20 points and 15 rebounds and the New Jersey Nets overcame an injury to Deron Williams to defeat the Charlotte Bobcats 83-74 Friday night. Anthony Morrow scored all 17 of his points in the fourth quarter to help the Nets break open a tight game. Williams, who scored a career-high and franchise-record 57 points on this same floor Sunday night against the Bobcats, left in the...

Farmar 3-pointer leads Nets over Clippers (Yahoo! Sports)

Jordan Farmar hit a 3-pointer from the right wing with 0.2 seconds left and the New Jersey Nets squandered an 18-point, second-half lead before beating the Los Angeles Clippers 101-100 on Wednesday night. Deron Williams had 21 points and picked up his 10th assist with a pass to Farmar as the Nets won the chippy contest marred by five technical fouls.

Diaw inactive for Wednesday's game (Yahoo! Sports)

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Bobcats coach Paul Silas says Boris Diaw will be inactive for Wednesday night's game against Utah.

Williams scores Nets-record 57 in win over Bobcats (Yahoo! Sports)
Deron Williams really wanted to make his tee time Monday morning in Miami. Knowing coach Avery Johnson would be giving his team the day off if they won, Williams took matters into his own hands and scored a franchise-record 57 points to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 104-101 victory Sunday night over the Charlotte Bobcats.

Williams scores Nets-record 57 in win over Bobcats (Yahoo! Sports)

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Deron Williams really wanted to make his tee time Monday morning in Miami.

Williams scores 57 as Nets dump Bobcats 104-101 (Yahoo! Sports)

Deron Williams scored a franchise-record 57 points to lift the New Jersey Nets to a 104-101 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Sunday night. Williams, who came into the game averaging 21.7 points per game, shot 16 of 29 from the field and was a perfect 21 for 21 from the free-throw line. Williams' broke the franchise's previous mark of 52 points, shared by Mike Newlin and Ray Williams.

Williams scores 57 as Nets dump Bobcats 104-101 (Yahoo! Sports)

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Deron Williams scored a franchise-record 57 points to lift the New Jersey Nets to a 104-101 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Sunday night.

Williams scores Nets-best 57 in win vs. Bobcats
Deron Williams scored a franchise-record 57 points to lift the Nets to a 104-101 victory over the Bobcats on Sunday night.



Williams' 57 lead Nets past Bobcats
Deron Williams scored a franchise-record 57 points to lift the New Jersey Nets to a 104-101 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Sunday night.

Nets coach clarifies, thinks Williams returns
Nets coach Avery Johnson clarified his comments from Tuesday, saying he still expects Deron Williams to re-sign.

Nets coach: Cuban, Mavs could steal Williams
Nets coach Avery Johnson thinks the Mavericks will be a threat to take Deron Williams when he becomes a free agent.

Team New York wins Shooting Stars (AP)
San Antonio point guard Tony Parker won the Skills Competition of the NBA's All-Star Saturday night festivities. Parker was the only one of six participants to break 30 seconds in the first round (29.2) and this time of 32.8 in the final run on the obstacle course was better than Boston's Rajon Rondo (34.6) and New Jersey's Deron Williams (41.4).

Williams has 38, Nets spoil 'Melo return (AP)

Linsanity ran into reality: All-Star Deron Williams wasn't getting embarrassed by the Harvard guy again. Williams scored a season-high 38 points, outplaying Jeremy Lin and leading the New Jersey Nets to a 100-92 victory over the New York Knicks on Monday night. Lin began his remarkable run against the Nets about two weeks ago, but Williams and the Nets were ready for him this time.

Melo returns but Williams' 38 points lift Nets
Linsanity ran into reality: All-Star Deron Williams wasn't getting embarrassed by the Harvard guy again.

Williams, Humphries fuel Nets past Bulls
Deron Williams scored 29 points, Kris Humphries had 24 points and 18 rebounds, and the New Jersey Nets dominated the Chicago Bulls 97-85 to snap an eight-game losing streak on Saturday.

Nets rout Rose-less Bulls, end skid at 8 (AP)

Deron Williams scored 29 points, Kris Humphries had 24 points and 18 rebounds, and the New Jersey Nets beat the Chicago Bulls 97-85 Saturday to snap an eight-game losing streak. Chicago's Derrick Rose missed his fifth straight game because of back pain, and the Nets took advantage, jumping out to a 22-3 lead while rolling to their first victory since Feb.

Nets roll Rose-less Bulls to end 8-game skid
Deron Williams scored 29 points, Kris Humphries had 24 points and 18 rebounds, and the Nets dominated the Bulls 97-85 to snap an eight-game losing streak on Saturday.



Nets' Williams: 'Disappointed' if Illini fire Weber
Former Illinois star Deron Williams said he would be "very disappointed" if coach Bruce Weber were fired, and he believes blame for the team's problems lies with the players.

Spurs roll to seventh straight victory (AP)

Gary Neal scored 18 points, and Tim Duncan recorded his ninth double-double of the season with 13 points and 10 rebounds as the San Antonio Spurs won their seventh in the row with a 103-89 victory over the New Jersey Nets. Tony Parker added 12 points, DeJuan Blair finished 11, while Daniel Green and Thiago Splitter each had 10 for the Spurs.

Lin's career-high 25 get Knicks by Nets (AP)

Jeremy Lin scored a career-high 25 points and the New York Knicks salvaged the finale of a back-to-back-to-back set by beating the New Jersey Nets 99-92 on Saturday night. Lin came off the bench to control a struggling offense, adding seven assists while outplaying Nets All-Star point guard Deron Williams.

Williams' 26 lift Nets past Pistons (AP)

Deron Williams scored 26 points to help the New Jersey Nets beat the Detroit Pistons 99-96 Wednesday night. Kris Humphries had 18 points, Jordan Farmar added 15 and Shawne Williams 15 for the Nets. Greg Monroe and Tayshaun Prince scored 21 points each for the Pistons, who have lost 20 of 24 this season.

D-Will nets 26 points, powers Nets past Pistons
Deron Williams scored 26 points to help the New Jersey Nets beat the Detroit Pistons 99-96 Wednesday night.

D-Will pours in 34, lifts Nets over 76ers in OT
Deron Williams scored 34 points, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 26.8 seconds left in overtime, to help lift the New Jersey Nets to a 97-90 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night.

Williams' 34, 3 in OT lift Nets by 76ers (AP)

Deron Williams had a reason to love this one. Williams scored 34 points, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 26.8 seconds left in overtime, to help lift the New Jersey Nets to a 97-90 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Kris Humphries had 13 points and a season-high 19 rebounds, and Jordan Farmer added 12 points as the Nets (6-13) snapped an eight-game losing streak against the...

Banged-up Bulls cruise past Nets 110-95 (AP)

Derrick Rose and Richard Hamilton each scored 22 points to lead the banged-up Chicago Bulls to an easy 110-95 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Monday. Hamilton set season highs in points and assists (10). Rose added eight assists and hung with Deron Williams after missing four games with a sprained left big toe.

Williams' near triple-double lifts Nets to victory
Deron Williams had 19 points, nine rebounds and 10 assists to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 97-87 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Sunday night.

Williams' near triple-double lifts Nets (AP)

Deron Williams had 19 points, nine rebounds and 10 assists to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 97-87 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Sunday night. Williams' near triple double would have been the first of the season for the Nets, who improved to 5-12 on the season. MarShon Brooks added 20 points for the Nets, while Anthony Morrow added 19 points.

Sources: D-Will likely gone if Howard not a Net
Deron Williams' first choice is to stay with the Nets, but if it doesn't work out with his current team his short list of desirable destinations includes the Mavericks, the Knicks and the Lakers, according to sources close to the situation.

Williams leads way as Nets top Warriors (AP)

Deron Williams scored 24 points, 11 coming in crucial stretch of the fourth quarter, and had 10 assists and eight rebounds, leading the New Jersey Nets to their first home win, a 107-100 victory against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. The Nets entered the fourth quarter trailing 83-80, then took control with a 12-5 run.

Clippers beat Nets with Paul sidelined (AP)

Blake Griffin had 23 points and 14 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the New Jersey Nets 101-91 on Monday without injured point guard Chris Paul after blowing an 18-point lead. Trailing by 13 after a three-point play by Reggie Evans with 10 minutes remaining, the Nets tied it at 81 with a 15-2 run capped by Deron Williams' 3-pointer with 6:46 to play.

Jazz drop Nets in Williams' first trip back to Utah
Deron Williams, returning to Utah for the first time since a Feb. 23 trade, started 0 of 3, was just 2 of 12 at halftime and finished with 16 points on 3-of-15 shooting as the Jazz beat the New Jersey Nets 107-94 on Saturday night.

Jazz spoil Williams' return to Utah (AP)

Al Jefferson scored 20 points and reserve C.J. Miles added 17 in Utah's 107-94 win over the New Jersey Nets on Saturday night, spoiling the return of former Jazz All-Star guard Deron Williams. Williams was coming off a 35-point effort Friday in Phoenix but struggled in his first game back in Utah since his February trade.

Williams lifts Nets past Nash-less Suns (AP)

The Phoenix Suns were missing their star point guard, Steve Nash. The New Jersey Nets certainly had theirs, and he was at his best. Deron Williams had 35 points, his most since coming to New Jersey at last season's trade deadline, and 14 assists as the Nets held off the short-handed Suns 110-103 Friday night for just their third victory in 12 games this season.

D-Will torches Suns for 35 as Nets nab rare win
Deron Williams had 35 points, his most since coming to New Jersey at last season's trade deadline, and 14 assists as the Nets held off the short-handed Phoenix Suns 110-103 Friday night for just their third victory in 12 games this season.

Nuggets overcome 20 3s to beat Nets (AP)

Danilo Gallinari scored 22 points, Arron Afflalo and Corey Brewer each had 19 points and the Denver Nuggets beat the New Jersey Nets 123-115 on Wednesday night. Andre Miller had 12 points and 12 assists and Rudy Fernandez scored 15 for the Nuggets. Jordan Farmar had a game-high 26 points, Anthony Morrow scored 23 and Deron Williams had 16 points and 13 assists for New Jersey.

D-Will, Nets end lengthy skid, put away Raptors
Deron Williams had 24 points and nine assists, Anthony Morrow also scored 24 and the New Jersey Nets snapped a six-game losing streak by beating the Toronto Raptors 97-85 on Friday night.

Nets without D-Will, Humphries for Celtics game
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams will miss Wednesday night's game in Boston with a sore right side, the team announced.

Cavaliers' 16 3-pointers sink Nets (AP)

Antawn Jamison scored 23 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers made 16 3-pointers in a 98-82 win over the New Jersey Nets on Sunday. Kyrie Irving, the No. 1 pick in the draft, had 13 points, four assists and four rebounds for Cleveland (2-2). Deron Williams led New Jersey (1-4) with 16 points. The Nets dropped their fourth straight game despite having all five starters score in double figures.

Teague, Johnson help Hawks stay unbeaten (AP)

Jeff Teague scored 22 points, Joe Johnson added 21 and the Atlanta Hawks won their third straight game to open the season, beating the New Jersey Nets105-98 on Friday night. Deron Williams finished with 23 points and rookie MarShon Brooks added 21 to lead the Nets, who have dropped three straight and fell to 1-3.

Humphries booed, but powers Nets with 21 (AP)

Kris Humphries was booed even before the start of the game between his New Jersey Nets and the Washington Wizards, presumably because of his much-hyped -- and short-lived marriage to reality TV star Kim Kardashian. Once the basketball was in the air Monday night, Humphries really gave the Wizards and their fans reason to be angry, finishing with 21 points and 16 rebounds to help New Jersey erase a...

Humphries leads Nets past Wizards
Kris Humphries shrugged off loud booing to finish with 21 points and 16 rebounds, and Deron Williams had 23 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, helping the New Jersey Nets beat the Washington Wizards 90-84 Monday night in the season opener for both teams.

Nets emerge from an early hole to drop Wizards
Kris Humphries shrugged off loud booing to finish with 21 points and 16 rebounds, and Deron Williams had 23 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, helping the New Jersey Nets beat the Washington Wizards 90-84 Monday night.

Nets' Deron Williams: Stern a 'bully'
New Jersey Nets star Deron Williams calls NBA Commissioner David Stern 'a bully' for nixing the Chris Paul-to-Lakers trade.

D-Will calls Stern a 'bully,' talks about Howard
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams called NBA commissioner David Stern a "bully," and said it made him "smile" when he heard Magic center Dwight Howard had requested a trade to play with him in New Jersey.

Williams: 90 percent chance I stay with Nets
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams may be opting out out of his contract at the end of the 2011-12 season, but no need to worry. Williams doesn't plan on leaving.

Williams leaning toward staying with Nets?
The shouts of joy emanating around New Jersey and reverberating to Brooklyn on Monday were from the Nets hierarchy after they heard Deron Williams' take on his future with the team.

Report: Williams to try free agency
The agent for Deron Williams confirmed Thursday the All-Star point guard will not sign a contract extension with the New Jersey Nets and will instead become a free agent after this season, The Record (N.J.) reported.

Agent: Williams won't sign extension with Nets
Deron Williams' agent says his client will not be signing an extension with the New Jersey Nets during the season.

Report: Nets to make offer for Howard
The New Jersey Nets see the cross-town rival Knicks holding Carmelo Anthony and Amar'e Stoudemire and are hoping to raise the stakes with Deron Williams and Dwight Howard.

Nets GM trying to keep D-Will, add big man
New Jersey Nets general manager Billy King has a few major priorities: convincing Deron Williams to stay and adding a big man.

Turkish team retires number of Nets' Williams
Besiktas retired Deron Williams' No. 8 jersey as part of a farewell ceremony prior to Tuesday's game.

Lakers F Odom in talks with Besiktas (AP)
Turkish basketball club Besiktas says it is holding talks with Los Angeles Lakers forward Lamar Odom. Besiktas manager Murat Murtezaoglu says the Istanbul-based club was hoping to reach a deal with Odom "soon." He refused to discuss further details. Besiktas has already signed New Jersey Nets guard Deron Williams and Cleveland Cavaliers forward Semih Erden, who is Turkish, until the end...

Odom, Besiktas reach agreement, sources say
Los Angeles Lakers forward Lamar Odom has reached an agreement in principle to sign with Besiktas of Turkey and team up overseas with Nets star Deron Williams, according to sources close to Odom.

Sources: Besiktas pushing to add Lakers' Odom
The Turkish team that features New Jersey Nets guard Deron Williams is pushing now to add Los Angeles Lakers forward Lamar Odom to its roster, according to sources close to the situation.

Nets' Williams pours in 50 points in Besiktas' win
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams scored 50 points in Besiktas' 105-94 victory over Gottingen as part of EuroChallenge Tuesday.

Wolves' Love will not play in Turkey for Besiktas
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love informed Besiktas of Turkey on Sunday that he's declining their offer to sign with the Istanbul-based club and team up with New Jersey Nets guard Deron Williams.

Williams undecided about future with Nets
Deron Williams said he is undecided about his Nets future and is talking of renting not buying when he returns from Turkey after the lockout ends, the New York Post reported Sunday.

Williams helps Besiktas win in his debut (AP)
Deron Williams scored 11 points and had five assists to help Besiktas to a 107-69 victory over Bandirma Kirmizi on Sunday in the NBA player's Turkish league debut. New Jersey Nets guard Williams -- a two-time NBA all-star -- is among a number of players from the North American league signed to overseas clubs until the end of the lockout.

Nets' Williams scores 11 in Turkish league debut
Deron Williams scored 11 points and had five assists to help Besiktas to a 107-69 victory over Bandirma Kirmizi on Sunday in the NBA player's Turkish league debut.

Nets' Williams wins in Turkish debut
Deron Williams scored 11 points and had five assists to help Besiktas to a 107-69 victory over Bandirma Kirmizi on Sunday in the NBA player's Turkish league debut.

Nets' Williams arrives in Turkey to start season
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams has arrived in Istanbul to start his stint with Turkish basketball team Besiktas.

Nets PG Williams in Turkey with new team (AP)
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams has arrived in Istanbul to start his stint with Turkish basketball team Besiktas. The Istanbul-based club said the All-Star guard arrived Thursday together with his family. Williams has joined Besiktas until the end of the NBA lockout. Williams averaged 20.1 points and 10.3 assists for the Nets and the Utah Jazz last season.

NBA star Williams arrives in Istanbul
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams has arrived in Istanbul to start his stint with Turkish basketball team Besiktas.

Nets' Williams bound for Turkey
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams has left for Turkey to prepare for his potential stint with Besiktas during the NBA lockout, ProBasketballTalk.com reported Friday.

Nets' Williams says wrist still isn't 100 percent
Nets point guard Deron Williams told the Salt Lake Tribune Saturday that his surgically-repaired right wrist isn't "100 percent" at this point.



Durant in negotiations with team in Turkey
Kevin Durant is in negotiations with Turkey's Besiktas -- the same club that signed Deron Williams and has been chasing Kobe Byrant -- the Oklahoma City forward's agent said Tuesday.

Agent: Durant in negotiations with Turkish team
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant is in the early stages of contract negotiations with the same Turkish team that has signed Deron Williams and has been pursuing Kobe Bryant, according to Durant's agent.

Scheyer's NBA dreams detour to Holy Land (AP)
NORTHBROOK, Ill. (STATS) - Deron Williams may be headed to Turkey. China sounds good to Carmelo Anthony and Chris Paul. Kobe Bryant? He says he'll play anywhere. But regardless of whether the NBA lockout ends before the scheduled start of its season - and that's looking more and more unlikely - one transaction is certain: Jon Scheyer is taking his talents to the Holy Land.

Besiktas says it is in talks with Kobe (AP)
Turkish club Besiktas says it is in talks with Kobe Bryant's representatives about the possibility of the Los Angeles Lakers' star playing in Turkey during the NBA lockout. Besiktas coach Ergin Ataman says "It is a fact that Kobe Bryant's managers have contacted us" after the club signed New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams last week.

Nets' Williams says he signed with Besiktas
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams says on Twitter that he has officially signed with Turkey's Besiktas.

It's official: D-Will signs deal to play in Turkey
It's official: Deron Williams announced on Twitter that he signed his contract to play in Turkey.

Durant won't rule out playing abroad (AP)
Kevin Durant isn't ruling out playing basketball abroad next season if the NBA lockout isn't resolved. The Oklahoma City Thunder forward said Tuesday during a promotional tour in China that he thinks more players will follow Deron Williams' example and play overseas if the NBA season is disrupted.

Knicks' Stoudemire: Entertaining overseas ideas
Reversing a pronouncement he made over the weekend, Knicks forward Amare Stoudemire said Tuesday he is not ruling out the possibility that he could follow Deron Williams' example and sign to play elsewhere during the NBA lockout.

Overseas far from certain for NBA stars (AP)
Deron Williams' decision to play in Turkey if the lockout remains could open the door for other NBA stars. Unless FIBA shuts it. Basketball's governing body has to sign off on these deals for players under contract, and the NBA Players' Association expects that it will. But what if it doesn't?

D-Will: NBA players could go overseas for good
If the owners break NBA players and get the proposal they're pushing for, Deron Williams believes some stars could opt to play overseas long term.

Knicks' Fields says NBA stars could follow D-Will
New York Knicks guard Landry Fields thinks more players -- especially superstars -- may follow Deron Williams' lead and sign contracts with European teams during the NBA lockout.

Wade could see himself playing overseas (AP)
Dwyane Wade could see himself and other NBA stars eyeing an overseas contract if the lockout drags on, just like New Jersey's Deron Williams. Williams was discussing a deal with Turkish team Besiktas, and Wade would consider playing in Europe at some point if the NBA situation is not settled. "We've known that the lockout was a possibility for the last couple of years," he said.

Wade would consider playing overseas
Dwyane Wade could see himself and other NBA stars eyeing an overseas contract if the lockout drags on, just like New Jersey's Deron Williams.

Report: Williams could play in Turkey
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams plans to take his talents to Turkey if the NBA lockout is not resolved by the fall, according to multiple reports Thursday.

Sources: D-Will to play in Turkey if lockout lasts
Deron Williams has agreed to play in Turkey next season if the lockout continues, sources said.

Nets' Williams talking with Turkish team (AP)
Turkish team Besiktas says it is close to reaching a deal with locked out NBA All-Star guard Deron Williams. Besiktas manager Murat Murtezaoglu told The Associated Press on Thursday that talks are under way with the New Jersey Nets player and U.S. Olympian. Coach Ergin Ataman told the state-run Anatolia news agency that a deal was close.

Sources: Nets' Williams tabs Schwartz as agent
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams has chosen to sign with Jeff Schwartz as his new agent, according to sources with knowledge of the decision.

Jazz expect quick boost from No. 3 pick (AP)

Utah Jazz coach Tyrone Corbin said the chance to pick No. 3 in June's draft means the team is coming back -- a season after losing Hall of Famer Jerry Sloan, All-Star Deron Williams and a record-setting 43 games. The Jazz in February traded away a point guard who was picked No. 3 overall in 2005. But that blockbuster deal with New Jersey in essence netted them two No.

D-Will debates playing abroad as lockout looms
Although the NBA's current collective bargaining agreement expires in nearly two months, Deron Williams is already considering taking his talents abroad.



Deron Williams: New Jersey Nets confident of extension, Billy King says
Nets general manager Billy King believes his team will be able to sign All-Star point guard Deron Williams to a long-term extension once the NBA and its players reach a new collective bargaining agreement.

Deron Williams eager to stay with Nets
While he cannot comment on any new contract extension due to the pending end of the NBA's collective bargaining agreement in July, Deron Williams would like to remain with the New Jersey Nets.

Reports: Deron Williams likes New Jersey Nets, open to extension
Deron Williams reportedly said that he likes the Nets and would be open to an extension.

Nets' Williams undergoes wrist surgery
New Jersey Nets guard Deron Williams underwent successful wrist surgery today at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.

New Jersey Nets' Deron Williams has successful wrist surgery
Deron Williams underwent wrist surgery on Monday.

Deron Williams of New Jersey Nets to have surgery, miss final week
Nets point guard Deron Williams is having wrist surgery and will miss the final week of the season.

Nets PG Williams to have wrist surgery (AP)
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams is having wrist surgery and will miss the final week of the season. The Nets disclosed that Williams is having surgery on his right wrist Friday to remove the bone fragments and scar tissue. The two-time NBA All-Star was acquired from the Utah Jazz on Feb. 23 in a multi-player deal.

Nets' Williams to have wrist surgery
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams is having wrist surgery and will miss the final week of the season.

New Jersey Nets' Deron Williams to see hand specialist about wrist
Nets point guard Deron Williams will not travel with the team to Detroit for Wednesday night's game against the Pistons.

Nets' Williams has 21 assists, GW jumper (AP)

Deron Williams capped a career-tying 21-assist performance by hitting a game-winning jumper with 1.7 seconds to play to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 107-105 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. Williams finished with 18 points as the Nets snapped a six-game losing streak and extended the Timberwolves' slide to a season-high 11 games.

Williams doles out 21 assists as Nets top Wolves
Deron Williams capped a career-tying 21-assist performance by hitting a game-winning jumper with 1.7 seconds to play to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 107-105 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night.

'Melo again has 39, Knicks rally by Nets (AP)

Carmelo Anthony scored 39 points for the second straight game, including the tiebreaking jumper with 1:08 left, and the New York Knicks rallied from a 16-point deficit to beat the New Jersey Nets 120-116 on Wednesday night. Chauncey Billups added 33 points, six rebounds and six assists, and Amare Stoudemire scored 23 points for the Knicks, who have won two in a row after a six-game losing streak...

Deron Williams to rejoin New Jersey Nets for game against New York Knicks
Nets point guard Deron Williams will return to the lineup on Wednesday night after missing the past six games with a strained flexor tendon in his right (shooting) wrist.

Deron Williams' status still uncertain for New Jersey Nets vs. New York Knicks
Nets coach Avery Johnson reiterated before Tuesday night's game against the Houston Rockets that injured point guard Deron Williams remains day to day, and may play on Wednesday night when the Nets head to Madison Square Garden to take on the Knicks.

Report: New Jersey Nets' Deron Williams on track for Wed. return
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams is still on track to potentially return on Wednesday, when the Nets take on the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, according to the Bergen Record of Hackensack, N.J.

Report: New Jersey Nets' Deron Williams aims to return vs. New York Knicks
Deron Williams told the The Star-Ledger of Newark, N.J. he might return on Wednesday when the Nets take on the Knicks at Madison Square Garden in a game that will be televised on ESPN.



Williams may return to face Knicks
New Jersey Nets star Deron Williams Saturday said he was targeting Wednesday’s game against the Knicks at Madison Square Garden as his possible return date.

Report: New Jersey Nets without Deron Williams at least 2 games
The Nets will reportedly be without Deron Williams for at least the next two games.

New Jersey Nets PG Deron Williams (wrist) to sit 3 games
Deron Williams will miss the New Jersey Nets' next three games with a right wrist injury.

Injured Nets PG Williams out 3 games (AP)
New Jersey Nets guard Deron Williams will miss at least three games with an injured right wrist. Nets coach Avery Johnson says the wrist will be re-evaluated after Williams sits out those games. The Nets play at Washington on Sunday. Johnson says he doesn't want to shut down Williams for the rest of the year.

Nets' Williams out three games
New Jersey Nets guard Deron Williams will miss at least three games with an injured right wrist.

New Jersey Nets aren't ready to shut down Deron Williams (wrist) for season, according to report
The New Jersey Nets aren't ready to shut down point guard Deron Williams for the rest of the season, according to a report in The Star-Ledger.

New Jersey Nets could shut down Deron Williams (wrist) for rest of season, accoring to report
The New Jersey Nets may shut down point guard Deron Williams for the rest of the season, according to a report in the Bergen (N.J.) Record.

Delfino's 8 3s help Bucks end skid (AP)

Carlos Delfino scored 26 points, making a career-high eight 3-pointers, and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the New Jersey Nets 110-95 on Friday night to halt a three-game losing streak. John Salmons added 25 points to help the Bucks, who still cling to hopes they can reach the playoffs for the second consecutive season.

Nets coach doesn't regret not getting 'Melo
Nets coach Avery Johnson, riding a five-game winning streak and a victory over the Celtics, said Wednesday he likes his team just the way it is: with Deron Williams and without Carmelo Anthony.

Celtics fall to hot Nets, tied atop East (AP)

Brook Lopez scored 20 points, Deron Williams added 16 and made the clinching 3-pointer, and the New Jersey Nets extended their longest winning streak in three years to five games with an 88-79 victory over the Boston Celtics on Monday night. Kris Humphries had 16 points and 15 rebounds, following his strong performance against Blake Griffin by turning in one against Kevin Garnett to help the Nets...

Nets stun Celtics for fifth straight win
Brook Lopez scored 20 points, Deron Williams added 16 and made the clinching 3-pointer, and the New Jersey Nets extended their longest winning streak in three years to five games with an 88-79 victory over the Boston Celtics on Monday night.

Report: Deron Williams returns to practice with New Jersey Nets
According to the Newark Star-Ledger, Nets point guard Deron Williams returned to practice Sunday and will play on Monday night against the Celtics.



Nets top Warriors for rare 3-game streak (AP)

Brook Lopez had 26 points and 10 rebounds, and made two clinching free throws with 3.3 seconds left as the New Jersey Nets beat the Golden State Warriors 94-90 on Wednesday night for their first three-game winning streak in two years. Anthony Morrow added 22 points for the Nets, who were without All-Star point guard Deron Williams.

Report: New Jersey Nets' star Deron Williams out for birth of child
Deron Williams will reportedly miss the next two games to be with his wife for the birth of their fourth child.

Nets win in Europe's first NBA game (AP)

Brook Lopez scored 25 points as New Jersey ended a six-game losing streak with a 116-103 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday in the first regular-season NBA game played in Europe. Deron Williams added 16 points and 11 assists at the O2 Arena despite playing with injuries to both hands -- a strained right wrist and bruised left hand.

Mikhail Prokhorov sells Deron Williams on staying with Nets
Mikhail Prokhorov has already spoken to Deron Williams about staying long term and will do more during the London trip.

New Jersey Nets' Deron Williams to play in London despite injury
Deron Williams said he will play in London Friday despite a hand injury.

Williams to play vs. Raptors in London
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams says he will play despite a hand injury against the Toronto Raptors on Friday in the NBA's first regular-season game in Europe.

New Jersey Nets' star Deron Williams hurt, may miss London game
Injuries could keep Deron Williams out of Friday's Nets game in London.

Celtics hold on to beat Jazz 107-102 (AP)

Ray Allen scored 25 points and Paul Pierce added 21, including a late 3-pointer and pair of free throws, to help the Boston Celtics hold on for a 107-102 victory Monday night over the Utah Jazz. The loss spoiled the home debut of new Jazz players Devin Harris and Derrick Favors, who were acquired last week in the trade that sent for All-Star Deron Williams to New Jersey.

Nets edged out by Suns in Williams' home debut
Channing Frye hit a 3-pointer with 6.6 seconds to play in overtime and the Phoenix Suns spoiled Deron Williams' home debut for the Nets with a 104-103 victory over New Jersey on Monday night.

Nets fall short in overtime against Suns
Channing Frye hit a 3-pointer with 6.6 seconds to play in overtime and the Phoenix Suns spoiled Deron Williams' home debut for the Nets with a 104-103 victory over New Jersey on Monday night.

Suns' Frye hits another OT game-winner (AP)

Channing Frye hit a 3-pointer with 6.6 seconds to play in overtime and the Phoenix Suns spoiled Deron Williams' home debut for the Nets with a 104-103 victory over New Jersey on Monday night. The Nets narrowly missed pulling this one out, but Kris Humphries tip-in of Williams' floater came a split second after the final buzzer.

Rockets win ninth straight against Nets (AP)

Mimicking the post-game routine of the man he replaced in the starting lineup, Chase Budinger put on a buttoned-down shirt, sat at his locker and plunged his bare feet into tubs of ice water after Saturday's win over New Jersey. Budinger scored 27 points and Houston beat Deron Williams and the Nets 123-108 in the Rockets' first game since trading away Shane Battier and Aaron Brooks.

Spurs spoil Williams' Nets debut (AP)

All-Star Deron Williams had 14 points and 12 assists in his debut with the New Jersey Nets, but Manu Ginobili scored 26 to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 106-96 victory Friday night. Williams, dealt by the Utah Jazz on Wednesday in an unexpected blockbuster deal before the trade deadline, was 5 for 13 and played 41 minutes.

Ginobili, Spurs beat Nets, spoil Williams' debut
All-Star Deron Williams had 14 points and 12 assists in his debut with the New Jersey Nets, but Manu Ginobili scored 26 to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 106-96 victory Friday night.

Williams praises Nets, but won't commit
The Nets' newly-recruited All-Star Deron Williams, who debuts Friday night against the San Antonio Spurs, made all the right noises about the New Jersey franchise's future during his unveiling to the media, but stopped short of promising he will be there to see it.

Williams won't talk contract until 2012
Deron Williams isn't going to make a decision on whether to opt out of his contract with the New Jersey Nets until next season.

LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Deron Williams: Small NBA markets lose stars
With Deron Williams heading to New Jersey, another small market team is left wondering what happened to its star.

Jazz say they're not in rebuilding mode (AP)
At one point the Utah Jazz were on pace for a 60-win season. As March approaches, they're stuck on a number half that and forced to move forward minus their Hall of Fame coach of 23 years and All-Star point guard Deron Williams. Despite Jerry Sloan's abrupt retirement two weeks ago and Williams' stunning trade to the New Jersey Nets on Wednesday, Jazz officials insist they are not in a...

Deron Williams: Signing with New Jersey Nets 'depends' on next year
Deron Williams won't consider signing a contract extension with the Nets this summer. But the All-Star said on Thursday there is a "strong possibility" that he would sign a new contract with the Nets after his current contract runs out.

Warriors acquire Murphy from Nets
First came a trade for Deron Williams. Then came a little bench boost and some salary cap space for comfort.

Nets acquire PG Williams from Jazz (AP)
A person with knowledge of the trade says the New Jersey Nets have agreed to acquire All-Star point guard Deron Williams from the Utah Jazz in a three-team deal. The Nets are sending rookie Derrick Favors and point guard Devin Harris to the Jazz as part of the package in a deal that also includes the Golden State Warriors.

Surging Mavericks roll past reeling Jazz (AP)

The Utah Jazz were already reeling from the news that leading scorer Deron Williams had been traded. Then they ran into the Dallas Mavericks. Dirk Nowitzki had 23 points to lead seven double-figure scorers, and the Mavericks cruised to a 118-99 victory Wednesday night. Peja Stojakovic hit four 3-pointers and scored 18 points, and Shawn Marion contributed 16 points for the Mavericks, who stretched...

Dirk drops 23 as Mavs cruise past lifeless Jazz
Dirk Nowitzki scored 23 points and the Dallas Mavericks cruised to a 118-99 victory over the reeling Jazz on Wednesday night, just a few hours after Utah traded away leading scorer Deron Williams.

Report: Nets close to deal for Williams
After losing out on landing Carmelo Anthony to the Knicks, the Nets have reportedly pulled the trigger on a trade for Jazz guard Deron Williams.

Sources: New Jersey Nets near deal for Jazz PG Deron Williams
The Nets are closing in on a deal for Utah's Deron Williams, sources said.

Warriors keep Jazz winless under Corbin (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 35 points to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 107-100 victory Wednesday night over Utah to keep new Jazz head coach Ty Corbin winless since Jerry Sloan retired. The Jazz (31-26) will go into the All-Star break without any momentum having lost 13 of their last 17, still dealing with injuries and trying to find their way under a new coach.

New Utah Jazz coach Ty Corbin cites need for stability
New Jazz coach Ty Corbin admitted his head was still spinning from Jerry Sloan's resignation yet expressed confidence Friday the team and star guard Deron Williams were moving forward together.

New Jazz coach wants to move forward
New Utah Jazz coach Ty Corbin admitted his head was still spinning from Jerry Sloan's shocking resignation yet expressed confidence Friday the team and star guard Deron Williams were moving forward together.

Corbin: Jazz to move on without Sloan (AP)
New Utah Jazz coach Ty Corbin admitted his head was still spinning from Jerry Sloan's shocking resignation yet expressed confidence Friday the team and star guard Deron Williams were moving forward together. Corbin, after his first practice and just two hours of sleep, said the players responded well during Friday's shootaround but the true test would come Friday night when they face...

Rose, Bulls win Boozer's return to Utah (AP)

Derrick Rose scored 29 points and former Jazz players Kyle Korver and Ronnie Brewer made key plays late Wednesday night to lift the Chicago Bulls to a 91-86 victory over Utah in a game that marked the return of Carlos Boozer to Salt Lake City. Boozer, who played five seasons for the Jazz but signed as a free agent with Chicago after last season, finished with 14 points and six rebounds for...

Jefferson helps Jazz rally past Kings (AP)

Al Jefferson scored 23 points and Deron Williams had 21 points and nine assists to help the Utah Jazz rally for a 107-104 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Monday night. The Jazz outscored the Kings 27-17 in the fourth quarter in winning their second road game in a row after dropping the previous six.

Williams returns, leads Jazz by Nuggets (AP)

Deron Williams' return to the lineup helped the Utah Jazz snap out of their funk with a 113-106 win over the Denver Nuggets on Friday night. The Jazz had lost eight of 10 and had been without Williams for the last four games after he strained a tendon in his right wrist against San Antonio on Jan.

Jazz PG Williams returns vs. Nuggets (AP)
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams is back in the lineup to face the Denver Nuggets on Friday night. Williams had missed four straight games after straining a tendon in his right wrist against San Antonio on Jan. 26. He returns to a team that had lost eight of 10 games heading into its showdown with the Nuggets.

Rockets rally past short-handed Jazz (AP)

Kevin Martin scored on a three-point play with 6.9 seconds left and finished with 22 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a come-from-behind 97-96 victory over the short-handed Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. C.J. Miles missed a last-second 3-pointer that would have won it for the Jazz, who were without starters Deron Williams and Andrei Kirilenko.

Jazz G Williams out fourth straight game
Utah Jazz star guard Deron Williams will miss his fourth straight game Wednesday night against Houston because of a wrist injury.

Deron Williams of Utah Jazz to miss fourth straight game
Jazz star guard Deron Williams will miss his fourth straight game Wednesday night against Houston because of a wrist injury.

Williams-less Jazz hold off Bobcats (AP)

Al Jefferson scored 21 points, Paul Millsap added 12 rebounds and the short-handed Utah Jazz blocked 10 shots to hold off the Charlotte Bobcats, 83-78, on Monday night. The Jazz won despite being without star point guard Deron Williams for the third straight game because of a wrist injury. Stephen Jackson led Charlotte with 24 points, while D.J.

Deron Williams of Utah Jazz to miss third straight game
Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams will miss his third straight game Wednesday night against Charlotte because of a wrist injury.

Jazz G Williams to miss third straight (AP)
Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams will miss his third straight game Wednesday night against Charlotte because of a wrist injury. The Jazz are 1-1 without Williams, who will be replaced in the starting lineup by Earl Watson. Reserve center Mehmet Okur will miss his 34th game of the season, and the second straight because of a lower-back strain.

Jazz G Williams out third straight game
Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams will miss his third straight game Wednesday night against Charlotte because of a wrist injury.

Jazz PG Williams out again vs. Warriors (AP)
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams missed his second straight game because of a hyperextended right wrist. Earl Watson started in Williams' place at Golden State on Sunday night. Jazz coach Jerry Sloan was hopeful that Williams would return against Charlotte on Monday night. Williams was injured in a scramble for a loose ball during Utah's 112-105 loss to San Antonio on Wednesday night.

Utah's Deron Williams out 2nd game due to wrist injury
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams missed his second straight game because of a hyperextended right wrist.

Jazz edge Wolves to end six-game losing streak
Paul Millsap scored 30 points, Earl Watson had a season-high 13 assists in place of injured Deron Williams, and the Utah Jazz beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-100 on Friday night to halt a six-game losing streak.

Without Williams, Jazz end slide at 6 (AP)

Paul Millsap scored 30 points, Earl Watson had a season-high 13 assists in place of injured Deron Williams, and the Utah Jazz beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-100 on Friday night to halt a six-game losing streak. Andrei Kirilenko added a season-high 27 points and had a key steal in the final minute for the Jazz (28-19).

Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams a game-time decision vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
Utah's Deron Williams will be a game-time decision Friday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves after an MRI revealed no structural damage in the point guard's injured right wrist, the team announced Friday.

Celtics win fifth straight, roll by Jazz (AP)

Kevin Garnett scored 21 points, Paul Pierce added 20 and Rajon Rondo had 12 assists on Friday night to lead the Boston Celtics to their fifth straight win, a 110-86 victory over the Utah Jazz. Deron Williams had a season-low five points for the Jazz, who have lost three in a row. Earl Watson scored 12 for Utah, while Paul Millsap, Gordon Hayward and Andrei Kirilenko had 11 apiece.

Wall's 15 assists lift Wizards over Jazz (AP)

Rookie John Wall had 19 points and a career-high 15 assists to lead the Washington Wizards to their fourth straight home victory and first two-game winning streak of the season, 108-101 over the Utah Jazz on Monday afternoon. Nick Young scored 25 points, and Andray Blatche had 21 points and 11 rebounds.

Jazz deal Cavaliers their 18th straight road loss
Deron Williams scored 26 points, reserve C.J. Miles added 20 and the Utah Jazz cruised to a 121-99 victory Friday night over the hapless Cleveland Cavaliers.

Jazz hand Cavs 18th straight road loss (AP)

Deron Williams scored 26 points, reserve C.J. Miles added 20 and the Utah Jazz cruised to a 121-99 victory Friday night over the hapless Cleveland Cavaliers. The win was the third straight for Utah, while the Cavaliers (8-31) have lost 12 in a row, 26 of their last 29 and 18 straight on the road. Antawn Jamison scored 26 points for the injury-riddled Cavs, who used only eight players.

Jazz top Knicks in battle of 3-pointers (AP)

Deron Williams and reserve C.J. Miles scored 24 points apiece, leading seven Utah players in double figures as the Jazz beat the New York Knicks 131-125 on Wednesday night. The game was a battle of 3-pointers, with the Jazz hitting 10 of 22 and New York making 14 of 29. Reserve Shawne Williams was 7 of 8 from behind the arc and scored 25 points for the Knicks, who made it close after trailing by as...

Hawks sink 14 3s, roll at Utah 110-87 (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 28 points, making five of seven 3-pointers, and Jamal Crawford added 26 off the bench as the Atlanta Hawks beat the Utah Jazz 110-87 on Wednesday night. The victory was the third straight on the road for Atlanta, which avenged a 90-86 loss Nov. 12 at home to the Jazz. Deron Williams and Andrei Kirilenko each had 19 points to lead the Jazz, who were without second-leading scorer...

Williams the difference as Jazz hold off Pistons
Deron Williams scored 22 points, including a pair of late free throws, as the Utah Jazz beat Detroit 102-97 on Monday night for their 11th straight victory over the Pistons.

Jazz beat Pistons for 11th straight time (AP)

Deron Williams scored 22 points, including a pair of late free throws, as the Utah Jazz beat Detroit 102-97 on Monday night for their 11th straight victory over the Pistons. Raja Bell hit a 3-pointer and sank two free throws to give the Jazz a 100-97 lead with 17.9 seconds left. Tracy McGrady, starting in place of Rodney Stuckey, missed a 3-pointer and Al Jefferson grabbed the rebound to seal the...

Millsap, Williams get Jazz by Grizzlies (AP)

Paul Millsap scored 22 points on 8-of-11 shooting and Deron Williams had 10 points in the fourth quarter to help the short-handed Utah Jazz beat the Memphis Grizzlies 98-92 on Saturday night. It was Utah's eighth straight home win against the Grizzlies. The Grizzlies, playing without leading scorer Rudy Gay because of illness, fought back from a 13-point deficit to take a 79-78 lead on O.J.

Matthews' 30 help Blazers defeat Jazz (AP)

Wesley Matthews tied a career high with 30 points, LaMarcus Aldridge added 27 and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Utah Jazz 100-89 on Thursday night, hours after learning star guard Brandon Roy will be sidelined for a lengthy period because of sore knees. Deron Williams had 19 points and eight assists for Utah, Paul Millsap added 17 points and Al Jefferson had 13 points and 10 rebounds.

Blazers beat Jazz to end road skid at 4 (AP)
LaMarcus Aldridge scored 26 points, former Utah guard Wesley Matthews had 14, and the Portland Trail Blazers halted a four-game road losing streak with a 96-91 victory over the Jazz on Monday night. Deron Williams had 31 points, including back-to-back 3-pointers that pulled the Jazz within 94-91 with 7.7 seconds left.

Jazz's Sloan passes Riley on wins list (AP)

Al Jefferson had 23 points, nine rebounds and seven blocks against his former team and Jerry Sloan moved into sole possession of third place on the career victories list in the Utah Jazz's 112-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night. Jefferson scored 21 points in the second half and Deron Williams added 25 points, seven assists and seven rebounds for the Jazz, who came...

Sloan ties Riley for 3rd on wins list (AP)

CJ Miles scored 22 points, Paul Millsap and Raja Bell added 19 apiece and the Utah Jazz beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 101-90 on Monday night, moving coach Jerry Sloan into a tie with Pat Riley for the third-most wins in NBA history. Deron Williams had 17 points and 10 assists as the Jazz improved to 11-1 against the Eastern Conference.

Same old song: Jazz erase deficit, defeat Bucks
Deron Williams scored 22 points and added 11 assists, leading the Utah Jazz past the Milwaukee Bucks 95-86 and overcoming a double-digit deficit for the ninth time this season on Saturday night.

Williams, Miles help Jazz extend Warriors' woes
Deron Williams scored 30 points and reserve C.J. Miles had 20 points and six rebounds to lead the Utah Jazz to a 108-95 victory Monday night over the struggling Golden State Warriors.

Jazz roll past struggling Warriors (AP)

Deron Williams scored 30 points and reserve C.J. Miles had 20 points and six rebounds to lead the Utah Jazz to a 108-95 victory Monday night over the struggling Golden State Warriors. The win avenged an 85-78 road loss Nov. 5 to the Warriors (8-16), who dropped their seventh straight and 12th in 13 games.

Jazz hand Magic fourth straight loss
Deron Williams scored a season-high 32 points and the Utah Jazz beat Orlando 117-105 on Friday night, the highest total the slumping Magic have allowed all season.

Williams scores 32 as Jazz best slumping Magic
Deron Williams scored a season-high 32 points and the Utah Jazz beat Orlando 117-105 on Friday night, the highest total the slumping Magic have allowed all season.

Jazz send Magic to fourth straight loss (AP)

Deron Williams scored a season-high 32 points and the Utah Jazz beat Orlando 117-105 on Friday night, the highest total the slumping Magic have allowed all season. CJ Miles scored 19 of his season-high 26 points in the fourth quarter for the Jazz, who swept the Magic this season. Paul Millsap had 22 points and Andrei Kirilenko added 17 to help the Jazz complete their six-game homestand with a 4-2...

Williams rebounds to help Jazz dump Grizzlies
Deron Williams had 27 points and eight assists, leading the Utah Jazz to a 94-85 victory over the Memphis Grizzles on Monday night.

Williams has 27, leads Jazz by Grizzlies (AP)

Deron Williams had 27 points and eight assists, leading the Utah Jazz to a 94-85 victory over the Memphis Grizzles on Monday night. Williams admittedly struggled as Utah lost 93-81 to Dallas on Friday, snapping a seven-game winning streak. But he overcame early foul trouble against Memphis to get the Jazz back on track with a variety of strong drives to the basket.

Jazz win seventh straight, rout Pacers (AP)

Deron Williams had 24 points and 16 assists, and fueled a 35-point first quarter as the Utah Jazz beat the Indiana Pacers 110-88 on Wednesday night. It was the seventh straight win for the Jazz (15-5) and fifth in a row at home. Darren Collison led Indiana with 16 points. Brandon Rush and Roy Hibbert added 15 apiece for the Pacers, who had their four-game road win streak end.

Jazz beat hurting Bucks, extend run to 6 (AP)

Al Jefferson had 22 points, 11 rebounds and four blocked shots to lead the Utah Jazz to a 109-88 victory Monday night over injury-depleted Milwaukee. Deron Williams also scored 22 points for the Jazz (14-5), who have won six straight. Brandon Jennings led Milwaukee (6-11) with 27 points while Ersan Ilyasova added 18 for the Bucks.

Griffin's 35 not enough as Clippers lose to Jazz
Deron Williams had 26 points and nine assists, and the Utah Jazz got significant contributions from reserves C.J. Miles and Francisco Elson down the stretch to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 109-97 on Sunday for their fifth straight victory.

Jazz defeat Clips for fifth straight win (AP)

Deron Williams had 26 points and nine assists, and the Utah Jazz got significant contributions from reserves C.J. Miles and Francisco Elson down the stretch to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 109-97 on Sunday for their fifth straight victory. Miles scored 10 of his 14 points in the fourth quarter for the defending Northwest Division champions, who won for the 13th time in 16 games after opening the...

Cardiac Jazz rally from 19 down to beat Lakers
Deron Williams scored 29 points and Andrei Kirilenko grabbed two key rebounds late as the Utah Jazz rallied from a 19-point first-half deficit for a 102-96 win over a Los Angeles Lakers team that swept them out of the playoffs last season.

Jazz rally from 19 down to beat Lakers (AP)

Deron Williams scored 29 points and Andrei Kirilenko grabbed two key rebounds late as the Utah Jazz rallied from a 19-point first-half deficit for a 102-96 win over a Los Angeles Lakers team that swept them out of the playoffs last season. Williams tied the score at 96 with 1:16 remaining on a 3-pointer, then stole the ball and passed to Raja Bell for what proved to be the game-winner.

Williams, Jazz cool off surging Lakers
Deron Williams scored 29 points and Andrei Kirilenko grabbed two key rebounds late as the Utah Jazz rallied from a 19-point first-half deficit for a 102-96 win over a Los Angeles Lakers team that swept them out of the playoffs last season.

Williams leads Jazz to rout of Hornets (AP)

Deron Williams had 26 points and 11 assists, Al Jefferson, Paul Millsap and C.J. Miles provided big plays down the stretch, and the Utah Jazz beat the New Orleans Hornets 105-87 on Wednesday night. The Hornets dropped their second straight and fell to 11-3. Williams had eight assists in the first quarter, and 14 points by halftime.

Jazz explode in fourth to run away from Hornets
Deron Williams had 26 points and 11 assists, Al Jefferson and Paul Millsap provided big plays down the stretch, and the Utah Jazz beat the New Orleans Hornets 105-87 on Wednesday night.

Williams directs balanced Jazz to win over Nets
Deron Williams scored 23 points and dished out eight assists, Paul Millsap had 19 points, 15 rebounds and four assists and the Utah Jazz used balanced scoring and an efficient fast break to beat the New Jersey Nets 98-88 on Wednesday night.

Williams, Millsap lead Jazz over Nets (AP)

Deron Williams scored 23 points and dished out eight assists, Paul Millsap had 19 points, 15 rebounds and four assists and the Utah Jazz used balanced scoring and an efficient fast break to beat the New Jersey Nets 98-88 on Wednesday night. All five Jazz starters were in double figures by early in the third quarter, with Al Jefferson adding 16 points and Andrei Kirilenko 15.

Thunder end Jazz's 5-game win streak (AP)

Kevin Durant scored 30 points, Serge Ibaka and Russell Westbrook added 22 apiece, and the Oklahoma City Thunder halted the Utah Jazz's five-game winning streak with a 115-108 victory on Monday night. The Thunder avenged a 21-point home loss on Oct. 31. Deron Williams, the Western Conference player of the week, had the Jazz up by as many as 12 points early as he hit his first six shots.

Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose and Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams are players of the week
Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose and Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams were named Eastern and Western Conference players of the week.

Coming back for more: Jazz again rally for win
Deron Williams hit a running hook shot with 0.8 seconds left to cap a fourth-quarter rally and the Utah Jazz beat the Charlotte Bobcats 96-95 on Saturday night.

Jazz rally once more, down Bobcats 96-95 (AP)

Deron Williams hit a running hook shot with 0.8 seconds left to cap a fourth-quarter rally and the Utah Jazz beat the Charlotte Bobcats 96-95 on Saturday night. Williams finished with 17 points and nine assists for the Jazz, who overcame a 16-point halftime deficit to win their fifth straight game and fourth on the road.

Jazz get another road comeback win
Deron Williams hit a running hook shot with 0.8 seconds left to cap a fourth-quarter rally and the Utah Jazz beat the Charlotte Bobcats 96-95 on Saturday night.

Jazz rally again for fourth straight win (AP)

Deron Williams would be happy if his Utah Jazz played a bit better in the opening half so the last-minute heroics wouldn't be necessary. Paul Millsap hit a corner jumper with 1:20 to play and the Jazz came back from a double-digit, second-half deficit for the fourth consecutive game to beat the Atlanta Hawks 90-86 on Friday night.

Jazz rally, end Magic's four-game win streak
Deron Williams scored 30 points, Paul Millsap added 23 and the Jazz rallied again for a 104-94 victory over the Magic.

Jazz rally from 18 down to stun Magic (AP)

Deron Williams scored 30 points, Paul Millsap added 23 and the Utah Jazz rallied again for a 104-94 victory over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. A night after a 22-point comeback victory in overtime at Miami, the Jazz went down 18 points in the third quarter, but came back to stun Orlando. Al Jefferson had a huge hook over Dwight Howard, and Williams followed with a jumper over Nelson with...

Jazz stun Magic with fourth-quarter rally
Deron Williams scored 30 points, Paul Millsap added 23 and the Utah Jazz rallied again for a 104-94 victory over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.

Jazz rally from 18 down to win in 2OT (AP)

Deron Williams scored 30 points, making the tiebreaking layup with 6.8 seconds left in the second overtime, and the Utah Jazz overcame an 18-point deficit to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 109-107 on Saturday night. Williams had 22 points after halftime, and Paul Millsap added 25 points and 13 rebounds.

Millsap has 30 and 16 as Jazz win first (AP)
Paul Millsap had 30 points and 16 rebounds, Deron Williams added 16 points and 15 assists and the Utah Jazz avoided matching their worst start in 31 years by beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 120-99 on Sunday night. Al Jefferson notched his first double-double since joining the Jazz in an offseason trading, putting up 23 points and 10 rebounds.

Jazz tune out Thunder for first win
Paul Millsap had 30 points and 16 rebounds, Deron Williams added 16 points and 15 assists and the Utah Jazz avoided matching their worst start in 31 years by beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 120-99 on Sunday night.

Millsap has 30 and 16 as Jazz win first (AP)

Paul Millsap had 30 points and 16 rebounds, Deron Williams added 16 points and 15 assists and the Utah Jazz avoided matching their worst start in 31 years by beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 120-99 on Sunday night. Al Jefferson notched his first double-double since joining the Jazz in an offseason trading, putting up 23 points and 10 rebounds.

Millsap, Jefferson lead Jazz to first win of season
Paul Millsap had 30 points and 16 rebounds, Deron Williams added 16 points and 15 assists and the Utah Jazz avoided matching their worst start in 31 years by beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 120-99 on Sunday night.

Jazz beat Kings, finish 8-0 in preseason (AP)

The Utah Jazz completed the first undefeated preseason in franchise history, beating the Sacramento Kings 82-71 on Friday night. Al Jefferson, Raja Bell and Kyrylo Fesenko scored 12 points for Utah (8-0), which played without starting point guard Deron Williams (personal reasons). Beno Udrih scored a preseason-high 17 points and Carl Landry added 13 off the bench for Sacramento (3-4), which...

Fesenko helps Jazz hold off Blazers (AP)

Kyrylo Fesenko had 18 points on 7-of-10 shooting and grabbed seven rebounds as the Utah Jazz withstood a second-half rally to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 109-100 in a preseason game Monday night. Deron Williams had 15 points and Al Jefferson added 14 for Utah. Jefferson scored eight points and Williams had seven in the third quarter, leading the Jazz (2-0) to their second win in five days over...

Lakers use late run to go up 3-0 on Jazz (AP)
Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher hit back-to-back 3-pointers during an 8-2 run in the final minute and the Lakers held on for a 111-110 victory over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night that put Los Angeles on the verge of sweeping the Western Conference playoff series. The Jazz had two chances to win it in the final 4 seconds, but Deron Williams missed from the top of the key and Wesley Matthews' tip...

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.

2010 NBA Playoffs: Denver Nuggets turn to Chauncey Billups to stop Deron Williams of Utah Jazz
The Denver Nuggets will have Chauncey Billups guard Deron Williams from the start of Game 5 against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night.

Billups to defend Williams in Game 5 (AP)
The Denver Nuggets will have Chauncey Billups guard Deron Williams from the start of Game 5 against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. Williams said after shootaround that he considers himself the best point guard in the NBA right now, and he won't get any argument from the Nuggets. Williams has joined Oscar Robertson (1965), Kevin Johnson (1989) and Magic Johnson (1990) as the only players in...

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...

Williams dazzles as Jazz get even with Nuggets
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.

Shorthanded Jazz surprise Nuggets
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 keeps Jazz in striking range of 2 seed
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.

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 top Thunder in high-scoring affair
Deron Williams scored a career-high 42 points, including a go-ahead jumper from the top of the key with 1.1 seconds left in overtime, and the Utah Jazz pulled into second place in the Western Conference with a wild 140-139 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night.

Williams, Jazz overcome Durant, Thunder in OT
Deron Williams scored a career-high 42 points, including a go-ahead jumper with 1.1 seconds left in overtime, and the Utah Jazz pulled into second place in the Western Conference with a 140-139 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Jazz outlast Thunder 140-139 in OT (AP)
Deron Williams scored a career-high 42 points, including a go-ahead jumper from the top of the key with 1.1 seconds left in overtime, and the Utah Jazz pulled into second place in the Western Conference with a wild 140-139 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night. Utah overcame 45 points by Kevin Durant, who thought he was fouled on a 3-pointer just before the buzzer that would have...

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.

Jazz ruin Bosh's birthday behind balanced effort
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.

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.

Millsap, Williams step up for short-handed Jazz
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.

MRI reveals Utah Jazz's Deron Williams has shoulder bruise
Utah guard Deron Williams has a bruised left shoulder and mild left ankle sprain and is a game-time decision for Friday at Phoenix.

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' 28 and 17 lift Jazz past Bulls (AP)

Deron Williams got the better of Derrick Rose, finishing with 28 points and a season-high 17 assists, while CJ Miles scored a season-best 26 points Tuesday night to lead the Utah Jazz to a 132-108 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Williams threw down a hard dunk on Rose during a 13-1 run late in the third quarter that broke a 77-all tie and sent Utah to its 22nd win in 27 games.

Williams outshines Rose as Jazz defeat Bulls
Deron Williams finised with 28 points and a season-high 17 assists to lead the Jazz to a 132-108 victory over the Bulls.

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.

Jazz score 41 in fourth to overtake Amare, Suns
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.

Williams' 35 lift Jazz over Rockets (AP)

Deron Williams says he plays better when he's angry. After the Utah Jazz lost Friday night in Sacramento, Williams was steaming mad and took it out on the Houston Rockets. "I felt a lot of motivation. I wasn't happy with the way I've been playing, so I wanted to come out and set the tone early," said Williams, who scored 20 of his 35 points in the first quarter in Utah's...

Williams' 35 direct Jazz to defeat of Rockets
Deron Williams scored 20 of his 35 points in the first quarter and the Utah Jazz routed the Houston Rockets 133-110 on Saturday night.

Utah Jazz sit Deron Williams, Andrei Kirilenko against Atlanta Hawks
The Utah Jazz are playing without All-Star Deron Williams and forward Andrei Kirilenko against the Atlanta Hawks.

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...

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).

Williams, Okur lead Jazz past Rockets (AP)

Deron Williams scored 17 points and dished out 15 assists, Mehmet Okur scored 21 points and the Utah Jazz continued their midseason surge with a 104-95 win over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night. Paul Millsap scored 20 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, helping the Jazz win for the 14th time in 16 games.

Matthews steps up, lifts Jazz to seventh straight
Deron Williams had 13 points and 13 assists, and rookie Wesley Matthews had 16 points on 6-for-6 shooting to help the Utah Jazz win their seventh straight game, 118-105 over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night.

Jazz beat Blazers, win seventh straight (AP)

Deron Williams had 13 points and 13 assists, and rookie Wesley Matthews had 16 points on 6-for-6 shooting to help the Utah Jazz win their seventh straight game, 118-105 over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night. Mehmet Okur scored a season-high 28 points and had eight rebounds, and Andrei Kirilenko added 22 points, eight assists and six rebounds for Utah.

Williams helps Jazz push win streak to 6 (AP)

Deron Williams had 18 points and 15 assists and the Utah Jazz increased their longest winning streak of the season to six by beating the Dallas Mavericks 104-92 on Monday night. The Jazz held the Mavericks scoreless for more than three minutes during an 11-2 run that put Utah in control in the fourth quarter and handed Dallas its first three-game losing streak of the season.

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.

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.

Williams returns, rallies Jazz to defeat of Bucks
C.J. Miles scored 19 points, Deron Williams had 18, and the Utah Jazz beat the Milwaukee Bucks 112-95 on Saturday night for their season-best fourth win in a row.

Jazz beat Bucks for fourth straight win (AP)

C.J. Miles scored 19 points, Deron Williams had 18, and the Utah Jazz beat the Milwaukee Bucks 112-95 on Saturday night for their season-best fourth win in a row. Williams, who aggravated a wrist injury and missed the dramatic end of Utah's 97-96 victory over Cleveland on Thursday, was a game-time decision but showed little effect as he sparked the Jazz to a quick start and the Jazz never...

Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams re-injures right wrist vs. Cleveland
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams re-injured his right wrist Thursday night early in the fourth quarter against Cleveland.

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 leads charge in Jazz's win over Mavs
This time, there was no fourth-quarter collapse by Deron Williams and the Utah Jazz against the Dallas Mavericks.

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.

Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams (wrist sprain) out vs. Memphis Grizzlies
Deron Williams' sprained right wrist kept him out of the Utah Jazz's game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.

Jazz G Williams out with sprained wrist (AP)
Deron Williams' sprained right wrist kept him out of the Utah Jazz's game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night. Williams warmed up prior to the game with a brace, but he was only able to shoot with his left hand. Tuesday?s MRI on the wrist was negative. Williams is listed as day-to-day and plans to make the trip to Memphis for Utah?s next game on Friday.

Jazz avoid third straight loss to Wolves (AP)

Deron Williams had 21 points and a career-high 12 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz finally beat the Minnesota Timberwolves, 107-103 on Wednesday night. Williams led a second-half surge and all five starters were in double figures as the Jazz avoided an embarrassing third consecutive loss to the lowly Wolves.

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.

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.

Hawks ride big 3rd to sixth straight win (AP)

Josh Smith scored 16 points, Marvin Williams added 15 and the Atlanta Hawks won their sixth straight game with a 96-83 victory over the Utah Jazz on Friday night. Al Horford and Joe Johnson each finished with 12 points as Hawks coach Mike Woodson rested his starters in the fourth quarter. Atlanta improved to 12-2 at home, best in the Eastern Conference.

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.

Jazz suffer second loss to Timberwolves (AP)
Jonny Flynn drove for the go-ahead layup with 3 seconds left and the struggling Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Utah Jazz for the second time this season, 110-108 on Monday night. Deron Williams had a season-high 38 points and added 13 assists for Utah, but his 3-pointer just before the final buzzer was off the mark and the Timberwolves snapped a four-game losing streak.

Williams, Jazz end Lakers' run at 11 (AP)
Deron Williams scored eight straight points to start the fourth quarter and finished with 21 points and 11 assists to help the Utah Jazz end the Lakers' 11-game winning streak by beating Los Angeles 102-94 Saturday night. Utah took advantage as Kobe Bryant struggled with a broken index finger from a game the night before.

Jazz put brakes on Lakers' 11-game win streak
Deron Williams scored eight straight points to start the fourth quarter and finished with 21 points and 11 assists to help the Utah Jazz end the Lakers' 11-game winning streak by beating Los Angeles 102-94 Saturday 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...

Williams' 2nd-half brilliance lifts Jazz over Magic
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.

Williams' jumper lifts Jazz over Spurs (AP)

Deron Williams recovered after missing his first six shots and scored 17 points, including a go-ahead jumper with 22 seconds left, and the Utah Jazz held on for a 104-101 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night. The Jazz guaranteed their first series win over the Spurs in 12 years, winning for the third time against San Antonio this season.

Williams snaps slow start as Jazz stop Spurs
Deron Williams recovered after missing his first six shots and scored 17 points, including a go-ahead jumper with 22 seconds left, and the Utah Jazz held on for a 104-101 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night.

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...

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'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.

Jazz pick up first win in San Antonio since '99
Deron Williams scored 21 points and the Utah Jazz finally ended their decade-long misery in San Antonio with a 90-83 win over the Spurs on Thursday night.

Jazz snap 20-game skid in San Antonio (AP)

Deron Williams scored 21 points and the Utah Jazz ended their decade-long misery in San Antonio with a 90-83 win over the Spurs on Thursday night. Utah had not won a regular-season game in San Antonio since 1999, a losing streak that spanned 20 games. Paul Millsap added 20 points for the Jazz. Tim Duncan scored 21 points, and he has seldom seen San Antonio struggle at the start of a season like...

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...

Williams ready to play with Jazz again
Utah point guard Deron Williams says he will play Wednesday when the Jazz host the Toronto Raptors. Williams returned to practice Monday after missing two games to be with his daughter while she went through medical tests for an undisclosed condition. Williams says he has no updates on his daughter's health, but does plan to be with the Jazz when they play the Raptors. Williams left the team halfway through an Eastern Conference road trip last week and returned to Utah.

Deron Williams returns to Utah Jazz, plans to play vs. Toronto Raptors
Utah point guard Deron Williams says he will play Wednesday when the Jazz host the Raptors.

Jazz's Williams out again because of family issue
Utah point guard Deron Williams missed his second straight game Saturday night against Cleveland to deal with a family medical issue. Williams returned to Salt Lake City on Friday morning and missed Utah's game in Philadelphia. He said in a statement following the game that his daughter underwent a procedure on Thursday to "address some health concerns." Williams averages 20.4 points and 9.9 assists.

Utah Jazz's Deron Williams sits out second straight game
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams missed his second straight game Saturday night against Cleveland to deal with a family medical issue.

Deron Williams excused from Jazz for personal matter
The Utah Jazz say guard Deron Williams has been excused from the team for a personal matter.

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 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.

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...

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.

Jazz push home streak to 7, beat Wolves (AP)

When the game got tight, Mehmet Okur took over for the Utah Jazz. After the Minnesota Timberwolves cut a big lead to one, Okur hit consecutive 3-pointers to boosted the Jazz past Minnesota 112-107 Tuesday night for their seventh straight home win. Deron Williams twice drove to the basket and collapsed the defense to set up Okur.

Jazz win seventh straight vs. Grizzlies (AP)

Deron Williams scored 27 points and Ronnie Brewer added 21, leading the Utah Jazz to a 101-91 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night. The Jazz won their seventh straight against the reeling Grizzlies, who have lost five in a row and 13 of 15. The victory snapped a five-game road skid for Utah, which was outscored 64-45 in the second half of a 114-93 loss at Oklahoma City on Tuesday.

Williams' 25 and 15 assists lift Jazz (AP)

Deron Williams had 25 points and 15 assists, Ronnie Brewer scored seven crucial points down the stretch, and the Utah Jazz held off the Golden State Warriors 119-114 on Monday night. Williams tied his season high in assists as the Jazz led most of the way but could never break the game open from the Warriors, despite the loss of Stephen Jackson to a hamstring injury at the end of the first half.

Williams leads undermanned Jazz by 76ers (AP)

Utah's power players are hurting, and Deron Williams has been for most of the season. Williams got out of bed Monday feeling his best and made sure the reeling Philadelphia 76ers knew it. He scored 27 points to help the short-handed Jazz beat Philadelphia 112-95. "It's probably the first time all season I've felt 100 percent, or close to it," Williams said.

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.

Gordon, Rose lead Bulls past Jazz 106-98 (AP)

Derrick Rose certainly got Deron Williams' attention. Rose had 10 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, and Ben Gordon scored 26 points in the Chicago Bulls' 106-98 victory over Williams and the Utah Jazz on Saturday night. "He's (Rose) been doing it all season," Williams said. "He's a great player. He's not playing like a rookie.

Jazz extend run over Pistons to 7 in 2OT (AP)

Deron Williams scored 29 points and the Utah Jazz beat the Detroit Pistons 120-114 in double overtime Friday night. The win was Utah's seventh straight over the Pistons and Mehmet Okur, who finished with 26 points and 12 rebounds, is 8-1 against them since leaving Detroit after winning the 2004 NBA title.

Jazz score 7 in 1st but rally past Nets (AP)

Deron Williams had 17 points and 11 assists, and the Utah Jazz overcame a seven-point first quarter and a 22-point deficit to beat the New Jersey Nets 103-92 on Wednesday night. Mehmet Okur had 23 points and nine rebounds for the Jazz, who snapped a two-game losing streak and improved to 1-1 on a five-game road trip.

Big 3rd, Williams' 15 assists lift Jazz (AP)

Deron Williams had nine of his 15 assists during a 44-point third quarter, and the Utah Jazz pulled away for a 120-94 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Williams finished with 13 points before sitting out the fourth quarter and resting his left ankle, which he sprained in the preseason and caused him to miss 13 games.

Williams returns to spark Jazz (AP)

The Utah Jazz didn't know how much they missed Deron Williams until they were running and dunking to their highest point total of the season. "We're just glad to have Deron back," Utah coach Jerry Sloan said after Williams had 11 points and 15 assists in his return to the lineup, leading the Jazz to a 117-100 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.

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.

Williams, Kirilenko head Jazz injury list vs. Cavs
The Utah Jazz were without Deron Williams and three other key players Saturday night against Cleveland.

Williams, Kirilenko out against Bobcats
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams was sidelined again for Friday's game against Charlotte, as coach Jerry Sloan acknowledged they brought him back too soon from a left ankle injury. With sixth man Andrei Kirilenko also sitting out with a sprained right index finger and center Mehmet Okur missing his third straight game to be with his ill father in Turkey, the Jazz were missing three of their top six players against the Bobcats.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/453516029" height="1" width="1"/

Jazz without Williams, Kirilenko against Bobcats
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams was sidelined again for Friday's game against Charlotte, as coach Jerry Sloan acknowledged they brought him back too soon from a left ankle injury.

Jazz missing Williams, Kirilenko, Okur (AP)
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams was sidelined again for Friday's game against Charlotte, as coach Jerry Sloan acknowledged they brought him back too soon from a left ankle injury. With sixth man Andrei Kirilenko also sitting out with a sprained right index finger and center Mehmet Okur missing his third straight game to be with his ill father in Turkey, the Jazz were missing three of their...

Williams' season debut helps Jazz win (AP)

The Utah Jazz played really well without star point guard Deron Williams, winning five of their first six games. They're thrilled to have him back. Williams played for the first time this season to lead the Utah Jazz past the Philadelphia 76ers 93-80 on Tuesday night. He had seven points and nine assists after missing the first six games because of a sprained left ankle he suffered in a preseason...

Jazz set record with 5 turnovers in win (AP)
The Utah Jazz are getting by pretty well without Deron Williams. The Jazz set a team record with just five turnovers -- fewer than they had with Williams or even John Stockton -- and pulled away from the weary and short-handed Los Angeles Clippers for a 101-79 win Saturday night. With Williams on the bench in street clothes recovering from a sprained left ankle he injured in the preseason, newcomer...

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's Williams, Harpring to miss season opener
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams will miss the season opener Wednesday because of a second-degree sprain in his left ankle.

Williams, Harpring to miss Jazz opener
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams will miss the season opener Wednesday because of a second-degree sprain in his left ankle. The Jazz announced Tuesday that Williams is still recovering and won't be ready to play against Denver in the opener. Utah hosts the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday and Williams is doubtful for that game. Williams injured the ankle Oct. 18 in an exhibition game at Chicago and could miss two weeks.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/435219601" height="1" width="1"/

Jazz looking to claim best in West (AP)
The Utah Jazz hoped that having nearly every player return from last season would help take them from the middle of the playoffs to the end. The Jazz will still have everybody back, but not right away. Utah will open the season without starting point guard Deron Williams, who sprained his ankle in the preseason and is expected to miss at least the first two games.

Jazz G Williams (ankle) out at least 2 weeks
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams is having an MRI on his sprained left ankle to see how severe the injury is and how long he could be out. Williams rolled his ankle when he landed on Chicago rookie Derrick Rose's foot on a 3-pointer in the first quarter of Utah's preseason game against the Bulls on Saturday in Chicago. X-rays showed no broken bones, but the Jazz were eager to find out what the MRI shows. Results were expected later Monday.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/426878546" height="1" width="1"/

Jazz guard Williams out 2 weeks with ankle sprain
Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams will miss at least two weeks with a sprained left 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.

Utah's Williams sprains ankle; X-rays negative
Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams left an exhibition game against the Chicago Bulls on Saturday after falling awkwardly and spraining his left ankle in the first quarter. Williams had X-rays, which were negative, but the Jazz said he wouldn't return to the game. Williams pulled up for a 3-pointer midway through the period. He made contact with Chicago guard Derrick Rose when elevating for the shot and fell to the floor. Rose was called for a foul on the play.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/425060968" height="1" width="1"/

Jazz PG Williams sprains left ankle (AP)
Utah Jazz guard Deron Williams left an exhibition game against the Chicago Bulls on Saturday after falling awkwardly and spraining his left ankle in the first quarter. Williams had X-rays, which were negative, but the Jazz said he wouldn't return to the game. Williams pulled up for a 3-pointer midway through the period.

Ailing Jackson misses Lakers' loss (AP)

Ronnie Brewer and Paul Millsap each scored 13 points, Deron Williams had 11 points and eight assists, and the Utah Jazz beat the Los Angeles Lakers 99-90 on Tuesday night in the preseason opener for both teams. Kobe Bryant played 24 minutes for the Lakers, finishing with eight points, five rebounds and five assists after sitting out the entire second and fourth quarters.

Sheridan: D-Will provides momentous shot
Thanks to Deron Williams' 3-pointer before the halftime buzzer, Wednesday ended a lot better than it began, Chris Sheridan writes.

Report: Jazz, Williams agree to $70M extension
Young guards Deron Williams of the Jazz and Chris Paul of the Hornets are often mentioned in the same sentence by basketball fans admiring their skills.

Jazz sign star guard Williams to 3-year extension
Point guard Deron Williams signed a contract extension with Utah on Friday that will keep him with the Jazz through at least the 2011-12 season.

Jazz extend PG Williams' contract (AP)
Point guard Deron Williams signed a contract extension with Utah on Friday that will keep him with the Jazz through at least the 2011-12 season. Williams, who still had one year left on the rookie contract he signed after the Jazz picked him third overall in the 2005 NBA draft, signed a three-year deal with a one year option.

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.

Report: Billups will pass on Olympics in Beijing
Chauncey Billups pulled himself out of consideration for a spot on the USA Basketball team in the Beijing Games, a person in the NBA told The Associated Press on Tuesday night. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because he did not want to speak for Billups. Billups, an All-Star point guard for the Detroit Pistons, might've had a hard time making the team anyway with guards such as Jason Kidd, Dwyane Wade, Chris Paul and Deron Williams available for the roster.

Jazz overcome McGrady's 40, oust Rockets (AP)

Deron Williams scored 13 of his 25 points in the decisive third quarter, and the Utah Jazz beat Houston 113-91 on Friday night to win the series 4-2 and knock the Rockets out of the playoffs in the opening round for the second straight year. The Jazz were determined to avoid a Game 7 in Houston, site of their embarrassing 95-69 loss in Game 5 on Tuesday.

Rockets stay alive, rip Jazz 95-69 (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 29 points, Luis Scola added 18 points and 12 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets staved off elimination Tuesday night by routing the Utah Jazz 95-69 in Game 5 of their first-round series. Dikembe Mutombo grabbed 10 rebounds as the Rockets cut their series deficit to 3-2 and forced Game 6 in Utah on Friday night.

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 primed to sweep
Deron Williams and the Jazz are threatening to sweep the undermanned and overmatched Rockets. Mike Kahn updates the playoff picture.

Jazz primed to sweep Rockets away
Deron Williams and Utah are threatening to sweep the undermanned and overmatched Rockets. Mike Kahn updates the playoff picture.

Jazz beat Rockets for 2-0 series lead (AP)

Tracy McGrady disappeared again in the fourth quarter and the Utah Jazz took a commanding lead in their playoff series with the Houston Rockets. Deron Williams shrugged off an ankle injury and scored 22 points and Mehmet Okur added 16 points and 16 rebounds as the Jazz beat the Rockets 90-84 on Monday night to take a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.

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.

Jazz rip Nuggets, boost home-court hopes (AP)

Mehmet Okur had 20 points and 15 rebounds, Deron Williams added 19 points and 11 assists, and the Utah Jazz beat the Denver Nuggets 124-97 Saturday night to strengthen their hopes of home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs. The Jazz won three of four against their Northwest Division rivals for the third straight season and kept the Nuggets from moving closer to the final Western...

Hornets' Paul a serious MVP contender (AP)

Chris Paul snatched a rebound under the Hornets' basket, raced the length of the court and crashed at full-speed over photographers on the baseline after converting the thrilling end-to-end layup. "M-V-P! M-V-P!" screamed the New Orleans Arena crowd. True star power can galvanize a community. And that's exactly what Paul has done this season, putting the Hornets in contention to finish first in the...

Jazz end Hornets' 11-game home streak (AP)

Mehmet Okur had 22 points and 17 rebounds to help the Utah Jazz clinch the Northwest Division and snap the New Orleans Hornets' 11-game home winning streak, 77-66 on Tuesday night. Deron Williams had 16 assists and outplayed Chris Paul as the Jazz took a 20-point lead early in the fourth quarter and cruised from there, holding New Orleans to its lowest point total of the season.

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.

Lakers end Jazz's 19-game home streak (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 27 points, Lamar Odom had 21 points and 12 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers ended Utah's 19-game home winning streak with a 106-95 victory over the Jazz on Thursday night. Derek Fisher added 11 points and Vladimir Radmanovic scored 13 for the Lakers, who are the first team to win in Utah in 2008.

Jazz extend home win streak to 19 (AP)

Deron Williams scored 21 points and his backup, Ronnie Price, had 13 points and five assists as the Utah Jazz tied a franchise record with their 19th straight home victory, a 96-79 win over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. With the game tied at 65, Price led the Jazz on 24-4 run to start the fourth quarter.

Jazz end Celtics' 10-game win streak (AP)

The Utah Jazz admitted that they were looking forward to playing the top team in the NBA. And no one more than Deron Williams. The Jazz guard scored 32 points -- 13 of them in the fourth quarter and seven during a 10-0 run when Utah turned back Boston's last chance to win 110-92 on Friday night and snap the Celtics' 10-game winning streak.

Jazz win nail-biter in desert
Utah continued their hot streak as they defeated Phoenix 126-118 in the desert. Hear from Deron Williams after the Jazz won for the fifth time in six games.

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 rallies Jazz past Mavs 116-110 (AP)

Deron Williams had 20 assists and 17 points, and Utah rallied for a 16-0 run late in the fourth quarter to beat the Dallas Mavericks 116-110 Monday night after the Jazz blew a huge lead. The Jazz took a 21-point lead shortly after forward Andrei Kirilenko was knocked out of the game with a hip injury on a flagrant foul by Dallas' Dirk Nowitzki in the first quarter.

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.

Paul helps Hornets defeat Jazz 110-98 (AP)

Chris Paul explained his latest highlight-filled performance by complimenting his friend and fellow All-Star point guard, Deron Williams. "When you play against the best, it brings out the best in you," Paul said. Paul had 24 points, 16 assists and five steals to help the New Orleans Hornets hold off the Utah Jazz 110-98 on Friday night.

Paul, Hornets beat Williams, Jazz
Chris Paul (24 points, 16 assists) and the Hornets got the better of Deron Williams and the Jazz on Friday night in New Orleans.

NBA Tip-Off: Jazz/Hornets
Chris Paul is getting MVP buzz, but look out for Deron Williams in a battle of top-notch PGs Friday, Marques Johnson says.

Okur rallies Jazz past Pistons 103-95 (AP)

Mehmet Okur scored 11 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter and the Utah rallied from a 15-point second-half deficit to beat the Detroit Pistons 103-95 Wednesday night. The Jazz won their sixth straight over the Pistons, holding them without a field goal for almost 12 minutes between the end of the third and midway through the fourth.

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.

Howard wins dunk contest, Kapono 3-point shootout
Deron Williams was flawless and fast. With a nearly perfect run through an obstacle course of dribbling, passing and shooting, Utah's point guard won the Skills Challenge on All-Star Saturday, defeating New Orleans playmaker Chris Paul in the final round. Williams blazed up, down and around the floor of the New Orleans Arena in 25.5 seconds, a new record for the six-year-old event. Cheered on by his home crowd, Paul, who completed the circuit in 29.9 seconds in the first round, finished in 31.

Raptors' Kapono wins 3-point shootout
Deron Williams was flawless and fast. With a nearly perfect run through an obstacle course of dribbling, passing and shooting, Utah's point guard won the Skills Challenge on All-Star Saturday, defeating New Orleans playmaker Chris Paul in the final round. Williams blazed up, down and around the floor of the New Orleans Arena in 25.5 seconds, a new record for the six-year-old event. Cheered on by his home crowd, Paul, who completed the circuit in 29.9 seconds in the first round, finished in 31.

Williams edges Paul in All-Star Skills (AP)
Deron Williams was flawless and fast. With a nearly perfect run through an obstacle course of dribbling, passing and shooting, Utah's point guard won the Skills Challenge on All-Star Saturday, defeating New Orleans playmaker Chris Paul in the final round. Williams blazed up, down and around the floor of the New Orleans Arena in 25.5 seconds, a new record for the six-year-old event.

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 beat Hornets for ninth straight win (AP)

Deron Williams had 29 points and 11 assists, and the Utah Jazz set a team record for 3-pointers in a 110-88 victory Monday night over the New Orleans Hornets that extended their winning streak to nine games. The Jazz went 14-for-22 from 3-point range, getting six from Kyle Korver and three from Williams.

Okur leads Jazz to seventh straight win (AP)

Mehmet Okur scored 27 points, 19 in the second half, and had 11 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz won their seventh-straight game with a 96-87 win against the Washington Wizards on Friday night. Utah started slow, but pulled away in the fourth quarter to pick up its 11th win in the last 12 games. Deron Williams picked up his sixth-straight double-double for the Jazz with 11 points and 12 assists.

Best of the rest in the West
Marcus Camby, Deron Williams and Josh Howard might have made the All-Star team — if they weren't in the West, Mike Kahn says.

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...

Kleiza's 41 power Nuggets over Jazz (AP)

Linas Kleiza scored a career-high 41 points and Allen Iverson added 28 as the Denver Nuggets beat the Utah Jazz 120-109 on Thursday night. Carmelo Anthony scored 23 points, and Marcus Camby had 24 rebounds and 11 blocks for the Nuggets, who snapped a two-game losing streak. Deron Williams had 23 points to lead the Jazz, whose four-game winning streak ended.

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 undermanned Suns 108-86 (AP)

Mehmet Okur scored 22 points and pulled down 17 rebounds and the Utah Jazz routed the tired and short-handed version of the Phoenix Suns 108-86 Thursday night. Deron Williams added 17 points and 11 assists and Ronnie Brewer tied his career high with 21 points for the Jazz, who had an advantage from the start with three Suns starters unavailable.

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...

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.

Deron Williams vs. Chris Paul
Though observers are eager to debate Deron Williams vs. Chris Paul, Mike Kahn suggests giving it some time before picking a winner.

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.

Nash, Marion lead Suns past Jazz 103-98 (AP)

Playing half the game with a chipped front tooth, Steve Nash had 29 points and 11 assists, and the Phoenix Suns defeated Utah 103-98 on Wednesday night. Shawn Marion had 26 points and 15 rebounds as the Pacific Division-leading Suns snapped a two-game losing streak. Nash chipped his tooth when he took an inadvertent forearm from Boozer while pulling down a rebound late in the first half.

Ginobili's 37 lifts Spurs over Jazz (AP)

It was back to the bench for Manu Ginobili on Friday. But it didn't matter to the San Antonio Spurs' super sub, who scored a team-high 37 points for the second straight game to lift his club to a 104-98 win over the Utah Jazz. Ginobili started for the first time this season on Wednesday, when he scored a season-high 37 points as the Spurs eked out a 97-95 win over the rival Dallas Mavericks.

Howard scores 47 to lead Mavs past Jazz (AP)

Josh Howard scored a career-high 47 points and Erick Dampier provided a season-high 21 points -- and the Dallas Mavericks needed every bit of it to beat Deron Williams and the Utah Jazz 125-117 Saturday night. Devin Harris added a career-high 12 assists to help the Mavericks end skids of two straight losses, three of four and six of nine.

Williams is among league's best PGs
After starring in a loss to the Spurs, Deron Williams is nearing point guard royalty, Charley Rosen says.

NBA Tip-Off: Games of the Week
Deron Williams runs Utah's high-percentage offense. Will the Jazz outscore the Spurs on Friday? Marques Johnson thinks so.

Paul lacks fire to be next great point
After the Hornets' ugly loss to the Pistons, Charley Rosen says Chris Paul trails Deron Williams as the next great point guard.

Kirilenko, Williams help Jazz by Lakers (AP)

Andrei Kirilenko had his third career triple-double and Deron Williams scored a career-high 35 points to help the Utah Jazz overcome injuries to two starters and beat the Los Angeles Lakers 120-96 on Friday night. Kirilenko finished with 20 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists, along with six steals and four blocks.

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.

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.

Jazz cruise to sixth straight home win (AP)

All eyes usually focus on Deron Williams and Chris Paul when they meet. But breakout games from reserve guards Ronnie Price and Jason Hart made the difference in the latest matchup between young point guards. It started with the pair diving for a loose ball during the second-quarter rally where Utah took the lead for good, and the Jazz cruised past the New Orleans Hornets 99-71 Friday night.

Jazz send Nets to sixth straight loss (AP)

Deron Williams and an aggressive defense helped the Utah Jazz rebound in a big way. Williams overcame two subpar games to score 20 points and lead the Utah Jazz to a 102-75 win over the reeling New Jersey Nets on Monday night. "D-Wills is definitely the one who makes us go," said Ronnie Brewer, who had 14 points and five steals.

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.

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.

Jazz stifle Durant, beat Sonics 103-101 (AP)

Word is already getting around the league on how to stymie Kevin Durant: the more Seattle's lanky second overall draft pick stays outside, the more an equally tall defender jumps out to keep his nose in the skinny teenager's chest. Utah's Andrei Kirilenko used that approach to hold Durant to 7-for-21 shooting and blocked Durant's attempt at a game-tying shot in the lane with three seconds...

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.

Dime: Jazz have Warriors' number
There are reasons why the Jazz have Golden State's number and Deron Williams gives Baron Davis fits. Dime can shed some light.

Williams drops 30 as Jazz win
Deron Williams scored 16 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter and the Utah Jazz made a franchise-record 12 3-pointers to beat the Golden State Warriors 133-110 on Saturday night. Williams hit four of the Jazz's 12 3-pointers. Utah was 12-for-16 behind the arc, breaking the previous record of 10, set on Nov. 23, 1994 against Seattle. With the Jazz holding a six-point lead, Williams made seven of his final eight shots to turn the game into a rout.

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.

Deron Williams, G - UTA
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