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Nets GM hopes to give Wallace multiyear deal
Brooklyn Nets general manager Billy King hopes to re-sign Gerald Wallace to a multiyear contract extension.

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.

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).

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.

Sources: Nets making run at Blazers' Wallace
New Jersey is engaged in serious discussions with the Portland Trail Blazers on a deal to bring Gerald Wallace to the Nets, according to sources with knowledge of the talks.

Nets acquire Wallace from Trail Blazers
New Jersey has reached agreement on a trade with Portland that will bring Gerald Wallace to the Nets.

AP Source: Nets acquire Wallace from Trail Blazers (Yahoo! Sports)
A person with knowledge of the negotiations says the New Jersey Nets have acquired Gerald Wallace from the Portland Trail Blazers for two injured players and a protected first-round draft pick. The Nets sent center Mehmet Okur and forward Shawne Williams to Portland along with their own 2012 draft pick.

Report: Nets to pick up Blazers' Wallace
The New Jersey Nets are set to land forward Gerald Wallace from the Portland Trail Blazers, Yahoo! Sports reported Thursday.

Johnson's boost early lifts Wolves over Blazers (Yahoo! Sports)

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) There is a new vibe buzzing through Target Center these days, something wholly unfamiliar to a Minnesota Timberwolves team that lost 132 games the previous two seasons and hasn't made the playoffs since 2004.

Love has 42 in Wolves' 122-110 win over Blazers (Yahoo! Sports)

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) Kevin Love scored a season-high 42 points and added 10 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves snapped a 16-game losing streak to the Portland Trail Blazers with a 122-110 victory on Saturday night.

Wallace leads Aldridge-less Blazers to win
Gerald Wallace scored 24 points, and Jamal Crawford hit a key 3-pointer and a pair of late free throws to lift the Portland Trail Blazers over the Golden State Warriors 93-91 on Wednesday night.

Blazers get rare road win vs. Warriors (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 24 points and Jamal Crawford hit a key 3-pointer and a pair of late free throws to lift the Portland Trail Blazers over the Golden State Warriors 93-91 Wednesday night. Nicolas Batum added 17 points for the Trail Blazers, who had lost 11 of their last 12 in Oakland. Marcus Camby added 12 points and 11 rebounds.

Blazers win 112-68, Bobcats' skid now 10 (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 24 points in 21 minutes, helping the Portland Trail Blazers rout Charlotte 112-68 on Wednesday night for the Bocbats' 10th straight loss and the worst in franchise history. Gerald Wallace, traded to the Blazers from Charlotte last year, scored 23 points while LaMarcus Aldridge added 22 before Portland sat all of its starters in the fourth quarter.

Kings beat Blazers to halt 5-game slide (AP)

(AP) -- Marcus Thornton scored 20 points and John Salmons had a season-high 19 for the Sacramento Kings, who snapped a five-game losing streak by beating the Portland Trail Blazers 95-92 on Thursday night. The Blazers had beaten the Kings in 12 of the previous 13 games, but Sacramento ran off five straight points late in the game and held off Portland, which missed two 3-pointers in the final 10...

Aldridge has 33 and 23 in Blazers' win (AP)

LaMarcus Aldridge had a season-high 33 points and a career-best 23 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Raptors 94-84 on Friday to hand Toronto its seventh consecutive loss. Raymond Felton scored 14 points, and Marcus Camby and Gerald Wallace each had 10 rebounds as Portland won its seventh straight over Toronto.

Wallace key as Blazers avenge loss to Clips
Gerald Wallace scored 20 points, making a key 3-pointer with two minutes left, and the Trail Blazers avenged a loss to the Clippers on New Year's Day with a 105-97 victory on Tuesday night.



Blazers stay perfect at home, beat Clips (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 20 points, making a key 3-pointer with two minutes left, and the Portland Trail Blazers avenged a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on New Year's Day with a 105-97 victory on Tuesday night. LaMarcus Aldridge added 18 points and seven rebounds for the Blazers, who have not lost in six games at home this season.

Aldridge has 28, Blazers now 5-0 at home (AP)

After a demoralizing loss in Phoenix, it took the Portland Trail Blazers some time to get going at home against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The first half Sunday night was a yawner, but the Blazers picked up the pace in the second and pulled away for a 98-78 victory. LaMarcus Aldridge had 28 points and eight rebounds.

Wallace sparks key run as Blazers best Lakers
Gerald Wallace had 31 points and sparked a key third-quarter run to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a fast-paced 107-96 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night.

Blazers too much for Lakers to handle
Gerald Wallace had 31 points and sparked a key third-quarter run to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a fast-paced 107-96 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night.

Wallace, Aldridge lead Blazers by Lakers (AP)

Gerald Wallace knew exactly when the Portland Trail Blazers had the Los Angeles Lakers beaten. It was a little more than midway through the third quarter and the Blazers were in the midst of a 17-6 run that would seal their 107-96 victory Thursday night. Kobe Bryant missed a 3-point attempt and Marcus Camby pulled down the rebound before hurling the ball downcourt to Wallace, who leapt for a...

Wallace powers Blazers past error-prone Kings
Gerald Wallace had 25 points, eight rebounds and five assists, leading the Portland Trail Blazers to a 101-79 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.

Wallace, Aldridge lead Blazers by Kings (AP)

With two wins in two nights, Marcus Camby joked that he and the Portland Trail Blazers were ready to play again the next day. LaMarcus Aldridge was having none of it. "He can play by himself," Aldridge said. "I need a day off." Aldridge was only half-kidding after scoring 24 points and grabbing eight rebounds as the Trail Blazers beat the Sacramento Kings 101-79 Tuesday night.

Aldridge, Wallace lead Blazers by Sixers (AP)

LaMarcus Aldridge had 25 points and seven rebounds and the Portland Trail Blazers opened their season with an 107-103 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. Gerald Wallace added 21 points and nine rebounds for the Blazers, who let an early lead slip away but regained the upper hand in the second half by going small and picking up the pace.

Mavs avoid late collapse, take 3-2 lead (AP)

Holding another double-digit lead going into the fourth quarter, the Dallas Mavericks found a great way to protect it. They just stood and watched the Portland Trail Blazers miss 10 straight shots. Dirk Nowitzki scored 11 of his 25 points in the third quarter and the Dallas Mavericks avoided another late collapse to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 93-82 Monday night to take a 3-2 lead in their...

Lakers fail to lock up 2nd seed in West (AP)

LaMarcus Aldridge teased Gerald Wallace about how the Portland crowd responded when Wallace refused to back down against the Los Angeles Lakers. "They chanted your name so loud, I started chanting with them," Aldridge said. "Ger-ald Wall-ace." Aldridge had 24 points and 11 rebounds, but Wallace -- with his physical play and his refusal to get rattled even when pestered by Ron...

Trail Blazers move into 6th in West (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 29 points and Nicolas Batum added 21 to lead the Portland Trail Blazers over the Utah Jazz 98-87 on Thursday night. Wallace scored 20 points in the second half as the Blazers wore down the injury-hampered Jazz, who had only nine healthy players. The win moved Portland (46-33) into sole possession of the sixth spot in the Western Conference.

Wallace, Batum pace Trail Blazers
Gerald Wallace scored 29 points and Nicolas Batum added 21 to lead the Portland Trail Blazers over the Utah Jazz 98-87 on Thursday night.

Wallace-led Blazers bounce road-weary Mavs
Gerald Wallace scored 19 points and the Blazers took advantage of the road-weary Mavericks for a 104-96 victory on Sunday night.



Blazers best road-weary Mavericks 104-96 (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 19 points and the Portland Trail Blazers took advantage of the road-weary Dallas Mavericks for a 104-96 victory on Sunday night. LaMarcus Aldridge added 18 points for the Blazers, who have won eight straight at home. Overall, Portland has won seven of its last 10 as it jockeys for playoff position in the Western Conference.

Hornets beat Blazers to move into 6th (AP)

Carl Landry scored 21 points and the New Orleans Hornets jumped ahead of Portland for sixth place in the Western Conference with a 95-91 victory over the Trail Blazers on Wednesday night. Chris Paul had 11 points and 12 assists, and Emeka Okafor had 15 points and 10 rebounds before fouling out with 1:38 left.

Westbrook shoots Thunder back to the playoffs
Russell Westbrook hit three 3-pointers down the stretch and the Oklahoma City Thunder overcame a 40-point night by Gerald Wallace on Sunday to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 99-90 and clinch their second straight playoff berth.

Surging Thunder overcome Wallace's 40 (AP)

Russell Westbrook hit three 3-pointers down the stretch, including the clincher with 21 seconds left, and the Oklahoma City Thunder overcame a 40-point night by Gerald Wallace on Sunday to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 99-90 and clinch their second straight playoff berth. Westbrook's 3 from the left wing gave the Thunder a 97-90 lead and, after Wallace missed a jumper with 16 seconds...

Blazers blister Wizards, inch closer to No. 6 spot
Gerald Wallace had 28 points, his most with the Trail Blazers, and Portland routed the Washington Wizards 111-76 on Tuesday night.

Wallace has 28 as Blazers rout Wizards (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 28 points, his most with the Trail Blazers, and Portland routed the Washington Wizards 111-76 on Tuesday night. LaMarcus Aldridge had 22 points before sitting for the fourth quarter, and Nicolas Batum added 22 points and 12 rebounds for the Blazers, who are jockeying for playoff position in the Western Conference as the season winds to a close.

Matthews leads surging Blazers by 76ers (AP)

Wesley Matthews had 17 of his 28 points in the first quarter, helping the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 110-101 Saturday night. Gerald Wallace added 25 points and a season-high eight assists for the Blazers (40-29), who won for the seventh time in nine games to move within a half-game of Denver for the fifth playoff spot in the Western Conference.

Blazers rout hapless Cavs 111-70 (AP)

LaMarcus Aldridge had 20 points and 11 rebounds before heading to the sideline late in the third quarter, and the Portland Trail Blazers routed the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-70 on Thursday night. Portland led by as many as 44 points while easily surpassing its largest margin of victory this season. Gerald Wallace added 17 points for the Blazers, who had 29 assists compared to Cleveland's total of...

Bobcats spoil Wallace's return to NC (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 18 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter, including the go-ahead three-point play, and the Bobcats beat the Portland Trail Blazers 97-92 on Friday night to spoil Gerald Wallace's return to Charlotte. In his first game back from a hamstring injury, Jackson finished one point shy of the team record for points in a quarter held by Wallace as Charlotte snapped a six-game...

Bobcats edge Trail Blazers in Wallace's return
Stephen Jackson scored 18 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter, including the go-ahead three-point play, and the Bobcats beat the Portland Trail Blazers 97-92 on Friday night to spoil Gerald Wallace's return to Charlotte.

Former Charlotte Bobcats F Gerald Wallace: Trade to Portland Trail Blazers a 'stab in the back'
Calling it a "stab in the back" and "slap in the face," Gerald Wallace says he was blindsided by the Charlotte Bobcats' decision to trade him last month.

Wallace calls trade 'slap in the face'
Calling it a ''stab in the back'' and ''slap in the face,'' Gerald Wallace says he was blindsided by the Charlotte Bobcats' decision to trade him last month.

Something to cry about: Heat drop 5th in a row
LaMarcus Aldridge scored 26 points, Gerald Wallace scored 22 and the Portland Trail Blazers sent Miami to its fifth straight loss, beating the Heat 105-96 Tuesday night.

Jordan defends Bobcats' trade of Wallace (AP)
Charlotte Bobcats owner Michael Jordan was busy on Saturday defending his decision to trade Gerald Wallace and playing a major role in getting a reluctant Joel Przybilla comfortable with his new boss. In a brief interview with The Associated Press, Jordan said "I love the trade" that sent the former All-Star Wallace to Portland.

Charlotte Bobcats owner Michael Jordan defends trading Gerald Wallace for Joel Przybilla
Michael Jordan defended his decision to trade Gerald Wallace.

Wallace ready for Trail Blazers debut (AP)
Gerald Wallace is still getting over the initial shock of being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers. Wallace was acquired from Charlotte on Thursday in a trade deadline deal that sent Joel Przybilla, Sean Marks and Dante Cunningham along with two first-round draft picks to the Bobcats. Wallace said he went to practice Thursday morning and was still a Bobcat.

Jackson's 30 lift undermanned Bobcats (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 30 points, D.J. Augustin added 23 and the undermanned Charlotte Bobcats began life without Gerald Wallace by beating the Sacramento Kings 110-98 on Friday night. A day after trading the franchise's only All-Star and second-leading scorer to Portland, the Bobcats pulled away midway through the fourth quarter despite dressing only eight players.

Charlotte Bobcats say Michael Jordan 'willing to spend' in due time
On Friday, arena employees in Charlotte were scrambling to cover up all likenesses of forward Gerald Wallace, the only All-Star in franchise history, traded to Portland a day earlier.

Bobcats defend Wallace trade to Blazers (AP)
First, Michael Jordan's Charlotte Bobcats allowed starting point guard Raymond Felton to leave in free agency. Then they traded center Tyson Chandler for payroll relief. On Friday, arena employees were scrambling to cover up all likenesses of forward Gerald Wallace, the only All-Star in franchise history, who was traded to Portland a day earlier for role players and draft picks.

Bobcats trade F Wallace to Blazers
The Charlotte Bobcats have agreed to trade forward Gerald Wallace to the Portland Trail Blazers for a package that includes two first-round picks as owner Michael Jordan cuts payroll and eyes the future.

Bobcats send Gerald Wallace to Blazers for Joel, Przybilla, Dante Cunningham
The Bobcats have agreed to trade forward Gerald Wallace to the Trail Blazers for a package that includes two first-round picks as owner Michael Jordan cuts payroll and eyes the future.

Bobcats agree to send Wallace to Blazers (AP)
The Charlotte Bobcats have agreed to trade forward Gerald Wallace to the Portland Trail Blazers for a package that includes two first-round picks as owner Michael Jordan cuts payroll and eyes the future. Coach Paul Silas confirmed Thursday the deal made just before the deadline would also give the Bobcats little-used center Joel Przybilla and reserve forward Dante Cunningham.

Bobcats lose Jackson in win over Raptors (AP)

D.J. Augustin had 23 points and eight assists and the Charlotte Bobcats cruised past the listless Toronto Raptors 114-101 Tuesday night despite losing top scorer Stephen Jackson to a strained left hamstring. Gerald Wallace added 20 points and Boris Diaw added 16 points and nine assists for the Bobcats, who took control with a dominant second quarter before Jackson got hurt midway through the third.

Bobcats hand Lakers most lopsided loss of year
Gerald Wallace had 20 points and 11 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats routed the Los Angeles Lakers 109-89 on Monday night to extend one of the more bizarre one-sided matchups in the NBA.

Bobcats now 8-2 in last 10 vs. Lakers (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 20 points and 11 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats routed the Los Angeles Lakers 109-89 on Monday night to extend one of the more bizarre one-sided matchups in the NBA. Gerald Henderson added 18 points for the Bobcats, who have won eight of the past 10 meetings with the defending NBA champions.

Bobcats get best of Lakers again in rout
Gerald Wallace had 20 points and 11 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats routed the Los Angeles Lakers 109-89 on Monday night to extend one of the more bizarre one-sided matchups in the NBA.

Wallace, Bobcats overcome short-handed Celts
Gerald Wallace scored 19 points, including the clinching free throws with 3 seconds left, and the Charlotte Bobcats overcame top scorer Stephen Jackson's ejection to beat the short-handed Boston Celtics 94-89 on Monday night.

Jackson ejected as Bobcats upset Celtics
Gerald Wallace scored 19 points, including the clinching free throws with 3 seconds left, and the Charlotte Bobcats overcame top scorer Stephen Jackson's ejection to beat the short-handed Boston Celtics 94-89 on Monday night.

Jackson, Brown lead Bobcats by Kings (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 21 points and Kwame Brown had a season-high 18 rebounds to lead the Charlotte Bobcats to a 94-89 win over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. The win was the third in four games for the Bobcats, who are 9-6 since Paul Silas was named interim head coach on Dec. 22 replacing Larry Brown.

Surging Bobcats keep rolling in Phoenix (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 16 of his 23 points in the second half and the Charlotte Bobcats won for the fourth time in five games, beating the Phoenix Suns 114-107 on Wednesday night. Gerald Wallace had 16 of his 22 points in the final two quarters for Charlotte, much improved since Paul Silas replaced Larry Brown as coach.

Bobcats hand Bulls rare home loss (AP)

D.J. Augustin scored 15 points, Gerald Wallace had 13 points and 16 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats held off the Chicago Bulls 83-82 on Tuesday night. Boris Diaw and Stephen Jackson added 12 points apiece to help the Bobcats snap a three-game losing streak, with their last win coming at home against the Bulls last Wednesday.

Rose not enough as Bobcats squeak past Bulls
D.J. Augustin scored 15 points, Gerald Wallace had 13 points and 16 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats held off the Chicago Bulls 83-82 on Tuesday night.

Iguodala leads 76ers past Bobcats in OT (AP)

Andre Iguodala hit the go-ahead jumper with 37.6 seconds left in overtime, Thaddeus Young followed with a game-saving steal and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Charlotte Bobcats 96-92 on Monday. Iguodala's pull-up jumper eased the sting of blowing a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter. Kwame Brown's errant cross-court pass was intercepted by Young, and Evan Turner hit four free throws in...

Stephen Jackson, Gerald Wallace of Charlotte Bobcats sit out vs. Minnesota
Things aren't getting any easier for Paul Silas and the Charlotte Bobcats.

Bobcats' Jackson, Wallace, Mohammed out (AP)
Things aren't getting any easier for Paul Silas and the Charlotte Bobcats. Silas was missing his two leading scorers against Minnesota on Wednesday night. Stephen Jackson missed the game with a hyperextended left knee and Gerald Wallace has a sprained left ankle. Center Nazr Mohammed also missed the game with a bruised right knee and forward Tyrus Thomas played with tendinitis in his right knee.

Gerald Wallace of Charlotte Bobcats out vs. Miami Heat with injured ankle
The Charlotte Bobcats will be without starting small forward Gerald Wallace against Miami after he aggravated an existing left ankle injury in practice.

Bobcats improve to 2-0 under Silas (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 38 points, D.J. Augustin added 28 and the Charlotte Bobcats moved to 2-0 under interim coach Paul Silas with a 101-92 victory over the undermanned Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night. The Bobcats nearly squandered a 19-point third-quarter lead as the Cavaliers got within 94-90 on Antawn Jamison's three-point play with 1:59 left.

Report: Charlotte Bobcats gauging trade value of Gerald Wallace, Stephen Jackson
The Charlotte Bobcats have been gauging the trade value of various players, including co-captains Stephen Jackson and Gerald Wallace, two NBA sources confirmed to the Charlotte Observer Thursday.

Bobcats trip Nuggets to deny Karl's 1,000th win
Stephen Jackson had 23 points, Gerald Wallace finished with 20 and the Charlotte Bobcats held off Denver 100-98 on Tuesday night to deny Nuggets coach George Karl his 1,000th NBA win.

Wallace day to day with elbow injury
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace might not miss any time after injuring his left elbow in a scary fall Saturday at the end of a loss to Milwaukee.

Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace day to day with elbow injury
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace might not miss any time after injuring his left elbow in a scary fall Saturday at the end of a loss to Milwaukee.

Bobcats F Wallace has bruised elbow (AP)

Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace might not miss any time after injuring his left elbow in a scary fall Saturday at the end of a loss to Milwaukee. The team changed the diagnosis from a hyperextension to a contusion after Wallace received ice treatment and electric stimulation Sunday. X-rays were negative and Wallace will be listed as day-to-day ahead of a game Wednesday night at New...

Diaw, Bobcats add to struggling Rockets' woes
Boris Diaw had 20 points and 10 rebounds, Gerald Wallace overcame a poor shooting night to add 21 points and 14 boards, and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the slumping Houston Rockets 99-89 on Friday night to snap a two-game losing streak.

Knicks extend winning streak to 4 (AP)

Toney Douglas scored 22 points, and the New York Knicks won their fourth straight game, beating the Charlotte Bobcats 110-107 on Tuesday night in the opener of a home-and-home series. Amare Stoudemire added 17 for the Knicks, who won the final three games on their road trip and kept rolling right through most of this one.

James rallies Heat after blowing lead (AP)

Dwyane Wade's night perfectly summed up the way things went for the Miami Heat. Fast start, frightening finish, with more than a few queasy moments. In the end, LeBron James and Chris Bosh proved to be suitable medicine. James scored 32 points, Bosh added 22 points and 14 rebounds, and the Heat wasted another huge lead before rallying to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 95-87 on Friday night.

Bobcats rally past Wolves for first home victory
Gerald Wallace scored 26 points, set a franchise record with 17 free throws made and had a key steal late as the Charlotte Bobcats rallied to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-110 on Monday night.

Bobcats rally for first home victory (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 26 points, set a franchise record with 17 free throws made and had a key steal late as the Charlotte Bobcats rallied to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-110 on Monday night. The Bobcats, who at 0-4 entered as the NBA's only winless team at home, appeared finished when they trailed 107-99 with 2:08 left.

Wall struggles with shot as Bobcats halt Wizards
Gerald Wallace had 25 points and 14 rebounds Friday night and managed to show nearly as much flash as No. 1 overall pick John Wall, leading the Charlotte Bobcats to a 93-85 victory over the Washington Wizards.

Wallace has 25 and 14 as Bobcats win (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 25 points and 14 rebounds Friday night and managed to show nearly as much flash as No. 1 overall pick John Wall, leading the Charlotte Bobcats to a 93-85 victory over the Washington Wizards. The Bobcats overcame 24 turnovers with a 48-30 rebounding advantage and went ahead for good with a 10-0 run late in the fourth quarter.

Bobcats end 3-game skid, beat Raptors (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 20 points while Gerald Wallace had 19 points and 14 rebounds to help the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Toronto Raptors 101-96 on Wednesday night, snapping a three-game losing streak. D.J. Augustin had 16 and Tyrus Thomas scored 12 of his 14 points in the fourth quarter to help the Bobcats avoid a 1-7 start for the first time since their 2004-05 expansion season.

Bobcats earn first win, beat Nets 85-83 (AP)

D.J. Augustin hit two go-ahead free throws with 30.9 seconds to play and the Charlotte Bobcats won for the first time this season, overcoming a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit for an 85-83 decision over the New Jersey Nets on Wednesday night. Boris Diaw scored 24 points, Gerald Wallace had 20 and Stephen Jackson scored eight of his 12 in the final 5:12 to lead Charlotte, which survived two final...

Jennings' triple-double powers Bucks (AP)

Brandon Jennings had his first career triple-double with 20 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists in the Milwaukee Bucks' 98-88 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats in their home opener on Saturday night. Andrew Bogut added 14 points, eight rebounds and four blocks in his first game that counted back the Bradley Center since dislocating his right elbow, spraining his wrist and breaking his hand in...

Hansbrough helps Pacers win in Charlotte (AP)

Danny Granger scored 33 points, Tyler Hansbrough made a big contribution in his return to North Carolina and the Indiana Pacers rallied to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 104-101 on Friday night. With Hall of Famers Michael Jordan (Bobcats owner) sitting at the end of Charlotte's bench and Larry Bird (Pacers president) in the fourth row behind Indiana's, their teams staged a dramatic fourth...

Mavericks improve to 13-0 versus Bobcats (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki had 28 points and 13 rebounds, Jason Kidd added 12 points and 18 assists, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Charlotte Bobcats 101-86 on Wednesday night in the opener for both teams. Jason Terry added 22 points and Caron Butler scored 13 for Dallas. Tyrus Thomas' 22 points and Gerald Wallace's 16 paced the Bobcats, who've never beaten the Mavericks in 13 meetings.

Tyreke Evans, O.J. Mayo, Gerald Wallace, JaVale McGee cut by Team USA
Tyreke Evans, O.J. Mayo, Gerald Wallace and JaVale McGee have been cut by Team USA as the roster was trimmed from 19 to 15.

5 straight all-defensive teams for Kobe (AP)
Kobe Bryant is on the NBA all-defensive first team for the fifth straight year. Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo made the first team for the first time, earning the second-most points behind the league's defensive player of the year, Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard. Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace also made the team for the first time, with the Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James...

Bobcats' Jackson carried off vs. Magic (AP)
Charlotte Bobcats swingman Stephen Jackson was carried off the floor with an apparent left knee injury in Game 1 against the Orlando Magic. Teammate Gerald Wallace dove for a loose ball and collided with Jackson, who laid on the floor in pain as Orlando's Jameer Nelson hit a 3-pointer at the first-half buzzer Sunday.

Bobcats use depth to hold off Pistons (AP)
Larry Hughes scored 18 points, D.J. Augustin hit the go-ahead jumper with just over a minute left, and the Charlotte Bobcats used their depth to hold off the Detroit Pistons 99-95 on Saturday night. Gerald Wallace and Stephen Jackson added 14 points apiece and Augustin had 13 for the Bobcats, who improved to 31-9 at home and kept their slim hopes alive for overtaking Miami for the sixth seed in the...

Bobcats clinch first non-losing season (AP)
Gerald Wallace scored 28 points, Boris Diaw nearly had a triple-double, and the Charlotte Bobcats ensured their first non-losing season in their six-year history with a 109-100 victory over the banged-up Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night. Diaw had 17 points, nine rebounds and nine assists, while a gimpy Stephen Jackson added 15 points for the Bobcats (41-36), who inched closer to their first playoff...

Wallace, Diaw power Bobcats closer to playoffs
Gerald Wallace scored 28 points, Boris Diaw nearly had a triple-double and the Bobcats ensured their first non-losing season in their six-year history with a 109-100 victory over the banged-up Hawks.

Wallace moves Bobcats closer to first playoffs
Gerald Wallace had 24 points and 12 rebounds, Tyson Chandler added a season-high 15 points, and the Charlotte Bobcats moved a step closer to their first playoff berth with a 103-84 victory over the undermanned Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night.

Bobcats inch closer to playoff spot (AP)
Gerald Wallace had 24 points and 12 rebounds, Tyson Chandler added a season-high 15 points, and the Charlotte Bobcats moved a step closer to their first playoff berth with a 103-84 victory over the undermanned Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Bouncing back from a home loss two nights earlier to Toronto, the Bobcats forced 25 turnovers, took 24 more free throws than the 76ers and dominated...

Wizards set record as skid reaches 14 (AP)
Gerald Wallace scored 23 points, Stephen Jackson added 20, and the Charlotte Bobcats ended an eventful day for the Wizards with a 107-96 victory that sent Washington to a franchise-record 14th consecutive loss. Hours after suspended Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was ordered to spend 30 days in a halfway house for a felony gun charge, Washington allowed Charlotte to shoot 55 percent to continue its...

Bobcats post club-record 36th victory (AP)
Gerald Wallace had 17 points, 19 rebounds and got two opponents to foul out in overtime to help the Charlotte Bobcats set a franchise record for victories Tuesday night with a 95-86 win over the Washington Wizards. The win was No. 36 on the season for Charlotte, one more than the previous high set last season, and advanced the team a step closer to the first playoff berth in franchise history.

Wallace, Bobcats claw 76ers for 4th straight win
Gerald Wallace scored 28 points on 9-for-10 shooting from the field, Stephen Jackson added 24 points and 10 rebounds, and the Charlotte Bobcats won their fourth straight game with a 102-87 victory over the reeling Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night.

Bobcats rout 76ers, win fourth straight (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 28 points on 9-for-10 shooting from the field, Stephen Jackson added 24 points and 10 rebounds, and the Charlotte Bobcats won their fourth straight game with a 102-87 victory over the reeling Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Boris Diaw contributed 13 points for the Bobcats (32-31), who entered the game in seventh place in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

Bobcats spoil Curry's homecoming (AP)

D.J. Augustin scored 19 points off the bench, Gerald Wallace added 18 before getting ejected, and the Charlotte Bobcats pulled away late to beat the Golden State Warriors 101-90 on Saturday night and spoil Stephen Curry's return home. With much fanfare, the Charlotte native and former Davidson star played his first game as a pro here in front of sellout crowd that gave him a standing ovation...

Augustin, Bobcats spoil Curry's Charlotte return
D.J. Augustin scored 19 points off the bench, Gerald Wallace added 18 before getting ejected, and the Charlotte Bobcats pulled away late to beat the Golden State Warriors 101-90 on Saturday night and spoil Stephen Curry's return home.

Bobcats hand Lakers second straight loss (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 21 points, Gerald Wallace added 17 points and 10 rebounds, and the Charlotte Bobcats handed the weary Los Angeles Lakers their second straight loss, 98-83 on Friday night. With Michael Jordan watching courtside in Charlotte's first win since he agreed to buy the team, the Bobcats continued their surprising success against the defending champions, who had little energy a...

Lakers stunned by Bobcats, lose second straight
Stephen Jackson scored 21 points, Gerald Wallace added 17 points and 10 rebounds, and the Charlotte Bobcats handed the weary Los Angeles Lakers their second straight loss, 98-83 on Friday night.

Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace out with strained hamstring
All-Star forward Gerald Wallace sat out the Charlotte Bobcats' game against the Lakers on Wednesday night because of a strained left hamstring.

Jackson shines in return to Golden State (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 30 points in his return to Oracle Arena, Gerald Wallace had 30 points and 13 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Golden State Warriors 121-110 on Friday night. Jackson, who was acquired from the Warriors in a Nov. 16 trade after a falling out with Golden State management in the offseason, was booed throughout the night but responded with his fifth game of 30 points or...

Wallace's 38 and 11 power Bobcats to win (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored a season-high 38 points and had 11 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats defeated the Sacramento Kings 103-96 on Saturday. Wallace keyed the decisive third quarter when the Bobcats pulled away by outscoring Sacramento 34-13. Scoring on several uncontested baskets inside against the Kings' uninspired defense, Wallace had 19 points to help Charlotte take a 90-67 lead into the...

Wallace sparks spurt, scores 38 in Bobcats' win
Gerald Wallace scored a season-high 38 points and had 11 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats defeated the Sacramento Kings 103-96 on Saturday.

Depleted Nuggets win seventh straight (AP)

Chauncey Billups scored 27 points, Aaron Afflalo matched his career high with 24 points and the depleted Denver Nuggets beat the Charlotte Bobcats 104-93 for their season-high seventh straight win. Stephen Jackson had 22 points and Gerald Wallace added 20 for the Bobcats, who lost their third in a row since a franchise-tying six-game winning streak.

Magic blow 16-point lead but win in OT (AP)

Jameer Nelson scored six of his 21 points in overtime and the Orlando Magic recovered after blowing a big lead to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 106-95 on Saturday night for their third straight victory. While the Bobcats had won nine straight at home and entered 18-4 on their home floor, the Magic's experience showed late despite a recent streak of bad play.

Bobcats freeze Heat, cap perfect homestand
Stephen Jackson scored 24 points, Gerald Wallace added 20 points and 10 rebounds, and the Charlotte Bobcats completed a 6-0 homestand with their most lopsided victory in team history.

Bobcats continue surge, rip Heat 104-65 (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 24 points, Gerald Wallace added 20 points and 10 rebounds, and the Charlotte Bobcats completed a 6-0 homestand with their most lopsided victory in team history, 104-65 over the listless Miami Heat on Wednesday night. The matchup to determine fifth place in the Eastern Conference was no matchup at all.

Robinson returns to defend dunk title (AP)
Defending champion Nate Robinson will return to the slam dunk contest, trying to become the first three-time winner. The Knicks guard will be joined by Charlotte's Gerald Wallace and Lakers guard Shannon Brown. The fourth contestant will be determined by a dunk-off during halftime of the rookie game between the Clippers' Eric Gordon and Toronto rookie DeMar DeRozan.

Surging Bobcats hold off Kings, climb over .500
Gerald Wallace shook off an ankle injury to score 28 points, Raymond Felton finished a rebound shy of a triple-double and the Charlotte Bobcats held off a furious Sacramento comeback bid to beat the Kings 105-103 on Monday.

Bobcats beat Kings to win fifth straight (AP)
Gerald Wallace shook off an ankle injury to score 28 points, Raymond Felton finished a rebound shy of a triple-double and the Charlotte Bobcats held off a furious Sacramento comeback bid to beat the Kings 105-103 on Monday. The Bobcats' fifth straight win and eighth in a row at home proved more difficult than expected.

Jackson reaches milestone in Cats' win vs. Suns
Stephen Jackson scored 29 points to surpass 10,000 career points, Gerald Wallace added 29 points and 13 rebounds, and the Charlotte Bobcats continued one of their best stretches in franchise history.

Bobcats rout Suns, push home streak to 7 (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 29 points to surpass 10,000 career points, Gerald Wallace added 29 points and 13 rebounds, and the Charlotte Bobcats continued one of their best stretches in franchise history with a 125-99 rout of the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night. Winning their fourth straight game and extending their team record to seven consecutive home wins, the Bobcats (19-19) were never threatened in...

Bobcats push home win streak to 6 (AP)

Boris Diaw had 26 points and 11 rebounds, Gerald Wallace added 21 points and the Charlotte Bobcats used stifling second-half defense to beat the San Antonio Spurs 92-76 on Friday night for their franchise-record sixth straight home win. With Wallace collecting acrobatic blocks, the Bobcats took control with a dominant defensive stand that bridged the third and fourth quarters.

Bobcats stifle Spurs for sixth straight home win
Boris Diaw had 26 points and 11 rebounds, Gerald Wallace added 21 points and the Bobcats used stifling second-half defense to beat the Spurs 92-76 for their franchise-record sixth straight home win.

Jackson scores 43 as Bobcats top Rockets (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 16 of his career-high 43 points in the fourth quarter and the Charlotte Bobcats clamped down on defense after halftime to rally past the Houston Rockets, 102-94 on Tuesday night. Surpassing his previous best scoring night of 42 set nearly six years ago with Indiana, Jackson made 15 of 22 shots and 10 of 11 free throws while adding eight rebounds.

Wallace rescues Bobcats vs. Grizzlies
With the final seconds ticking down in a tie game Saturday night, Charlotte's Gerald Wallace knew teammate Raymond Felton was going to throw up a floater.

Wallace tip continues Bobcats' home dominance
Gerald Wallace tipped in Raymond Felton's missed shot at the buzzer to give the Charlotte Bobcats.

Bobcats win on Wallace's tip at buzzer (AP)

Gerald Wallace tipped in Raymond Felton's missed shot at the buzzer to give the Charlotte Bobcats an 89-87 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday night, continuing their home dominance. Moments after O.J. Mayo's 3-pointer tied it, Felton drove to the basket on DeMarre Carroll. His floater was too strong and didn't hit iron, but Wallace leaped over Zach Randolph and put it through...

Wallace has 32 as Bobcats hold off Bulls (AP)
Gerald Wallace scored 32 points, Stephen Jackson and Flip Murray added 25 each and the Charlotte Bobcats held off a late rally to beat the Chicago Bulls 113-108 on Tuesday night for their third straight victory. Derrick Rose and John Salmons missed game-tying 3-point attempts in the closing seconds for the Bulls, who gave up seventh place in the Eastern Conference to the Bobcats despite wiping out...

Skiles benches Redd, Bogut as Cats drop Bucks
Gerald Wallace had 21 points and 14 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats beat Milwaukee 94-84 on Monday night, a miserable performance for the Bucks that prompted coach Scott Skiles to bench Michael Redd and Andrew Bogut.

Redd, Bogut benched in Bucks' loss (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 21 points and 14 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats beat Milwaukee 94-84 on Monday night, a miserable performance for the Bucks that prompted coach Scott Skiles to bench Michael Redd and Andrew Bogut. Flip Murray added 16 points for the Bobcats in a one-sided matchup of teams that figure to contend for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

Wallace has 29 and 12, Bobcats end skid (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 29 points and 12 rebounds in his return after missing a game with severe headaches, leading the Charlotte Bobcats to an 88-76 victory over the undermanned Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night to snap a three-game losing streak. Stephen Jackson added 13 points despite playing with a sore back for the sharp-shooting Bobcats, who held a comfortable lead over the final three quarters.

Wallace returns, contributes 29 in Bobcats' win
Gerald Wallace had 29 points and 12 rebounds in his return after missing a game with severe headaches, leading the Charlotte Bobcats to an 88-76 victory over the undermanned Detroit Pistons.

Bobcats snap Nuggets' 4-game win streak (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 25 points and 16 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats frustrated Carmelo Anthony and Denver in a 107-95 victory Tuesday night that snapped the Nuggets' four-game winning streak. Anthony, the NBA's leading scorer, had 34 points and seven rebounds, but Wallace outplayed him down the stretch and a frustrated Anthony picked up a technical foul with just under a minute left to...

Bobcats close strong to snap Nuggets' streak
Gerald Wallace had 25 points and 16 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats frustrated Carmelo Anthony and Denver in a 107-95 victory Tuesday night that snapped the Nuggets' four-game winning streak.

Bobcats never trail vs. Wiz, extend win streak
Gerald Wallace had 14 points and 14 rebounds, Tyson Chandler and Raymond Felton each scored 12 points and the Charlotte Bobcats rolled over the Washington Wizards 92-76 on Saturday night.

Bobcats top Wizards, win fourth straight (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 14 points and 14 rebounds, Tyson Chandler and Raymond Felton each scored 12 points and the Charlotte Bobcats rolled over the Washington Wizards 92-76 on Saturday night. The win was the Bobcats' fourth straight -- their longest winning streak since a five-game run from Feb. 25-March 7, 2009.

Cavs fall to Bobcats in O'Neal's return (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 31 points and 14 rebounds while outplaying LeBron James, and the Cleveland Cavaliers looked disjointed in Shaquille O'Neal's return from injury in a 94-87 loss to the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday night. The surprising Bobcats won their third straight game following a seven-game losing streak behind Wallace, who beat James in numerous 1-on-1 matchups in the post.

Cavaliers can't stop Wallace in loss to Bobcats
Gerald Wallace had 31 points and 14 rebounds while outplaying LeBron James, and the Cleveland Cavaliers looked disjointed in Shaquille O'Neal's return from injury in a 94-87 loss to the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday night.

Bobcats blister Raptors in team's biggest rout
Gerald Wallace broke out of his shooting slump with 31 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, helping the Charlotte Bobcats to the most lopsided victory in team history, 116-81 over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.

Bobcats post easiest win in team history (AP)

Gerald Wallace broke out of his shooting slump with 31 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, helping the Charlotte Bobcats to the most lopsided victory in team history, 116-81 over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Stephen Jackson added 23 points for Charlotte, which held the listless Raptors to 35 percent shooting.

Villanueva scores 18 in 3rd, Pistons win (AP)

Charlie Villanueva had a season-high 30 points and outscored Charlotte by himself in the third quarter, leading the Detroit Pistons to a 98-75 win over the Bobcats on Wednesday night. The Pistons have a .500 record after winning two straight for the first time this season. Gerald Wallace scored 12, Flip Murray had 11 points and Raymond Felton added 10 for the offensively challenged Bobcats, who...

Salmons, Noah lead Bulls past Bobcats (AP)

John Salmons scored 27 points, Joakim Noah added a career-high 21 points and had 16 rebounds, and the Chicago Bulls beat the Charlotte Bobcats 93-90 on Saturday night for their third straight win. The Bulls had a 16-0 run in the third and fourth quarters that turned a nine-point deficit into a seven-point lead at 77-70.

Bell hits 5 3s, Bobcats rout tired Hawks (AP)

Raja Bell scored 24 points and the Charlotte Bobcats looked nothing like the NBA's lowest scoring team in beating the road-weary Atlanta Hawks 103-83 on Friday night. Bell hit 9 of 12 shots, including 5 of 6 from 3-point range, Ronald "Flip" Murray added 15 points in his Charlotte debut, and Gerald Wallace offset a poor shooting night with 18 rebounds in the Bobcats' second...

Sprained knee to keep Nets' Yi out indefinitely
The New Jersey Nets say an MRI performed on forward Yi Jianlian confirmed that he has sprained a ligament in his right knee. The Nets said Tuesday that Yi will begin rehabilitation immediately and there is no timetable for his return. Yi was injured in Monday night's 79-68 loss at Charlotte. Yi was near the basket when Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace fell and rolled into his leg midway through the third quarter. Yi crumpled to the floor and put no pressure on his right leg as he left.

Wallace shines to spur Bobcats past listless Nets
Gerald Wallace had 24 points and 20 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats held the New Jersey Nets without a point for more than 10 minutes in rallying for a 79-68 victory on Monday.

Wallace's 24 and 20 lift Bobcats by Nets (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 24 points and a career-high 20 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats held the New Jersey Nets without a point for more than 10 minutes in rallying for a 79-68 victory on Monday. The Nets' ineptitude allowed Charlotte to go on a 24-0 run bridging the third and fourth quarters, wiping out the Bobcats' horrible offensive start.

Bobcats coach Brown ejected in loss (AP)

Rookie Jeff Teague had 17 points and seven assists, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 107-90 victory over the Charlotte in a preseason game Monday night that saw Bobcats coach Larry Brown escorted off the court by security after being ejected. Joe Johnson and Zaza Pachulia each scored 14 points for the Hawks.

Bobcats win third straight, top Blazers (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 31 points and 16 rebounds, Emeka Okafor hit the clinching free throws with 2.7 seconds left in overtime and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Portland Trail Blazers 102-97 on Saturday for their third straight win. Okafor had 22 points and 11 rebounds, outplaying foul-plagued Greg Oden as the Bobcats used tough defense over the final minute to secure their longest winning streak...

Felton's jumper lifts Bobcats by Pistons (AP)

Raymond Felton's jumper with 0.7 seconds left gave the Charlotte Bobcats an 80-78 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. The Bobcats scored the game's final nine points, including seven from Felton, to win their second straight. Richard Hamilton returned after missing eight games with a groin strain, meaning the Pistons went back to a three-guard lineup despite going 6-2 without...

Bobcats snap 3-game skid, beat Bucks (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 24 points, Boris Diaw added 21 and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Milwaukee Bucks 102-92 on Saturday night to snap a three-game losing streak. The league's lowest-scoring team shot 47 percent and took advantage of Bucks center Andrew Bogut's absence to control the inside and avenge a Friday night loss in Milwaukee.

Nets split home-and-home vs. Bobcats (AP)

Vince Carter scored 28 points and the New Jersey Nets pulled away in overtime to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 114-103 on Saturday night. Devin Harris added 26 points, Jarvis Hayes 14 and Josh Boone 12 for the Nets, who lost to the Bobcats 95-87 in East Rutherford, N.J., just 24 hours earlier. Gerald Wallace scored 32 points for the Bobcats, who rallied from an eight-point deficit in the fourth...

Wallace leaves Bobcats following father's death
Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace has left the team to attend funeral services for his father.



SF Wallace to miss Bobcats' game vs. Heat
Bobcats starting small forward Gerald Wallace will not play against the Heat following the death of his grandmother.

Bobcats without Wallace after family death
Charlotte Bobcats starting small forward Gerald Wallace will not play against the Miami Heat following the death of his grandmother. Wallace returned home to Alabama after Saturday's loss to Cleveland and was not with team for Monday's shootaround. A team official said Wallace should rejoin the club sometime this week. Wallace is second behind Jason Richardson on the team in scoring at 15.3 points per game.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/479115238" height="1" width="1"/

Bobcats without Wallace vs. Heat after family death
Charlotte Bobcats starting small forward Gerald Wallace will not play against the Miami Heat following the death of his grandmother. Wallace returned home to Alabama after Saturday's loss to Cleveland and was not with team for Monday's shootaround. A team official said Wallace should rejoin the club sometime this week. Wallace is second behind Jason Richardson on the team in scoring at 15.3 points per game.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/478777303" height="1" width="1"/

Cavs win eighth straight, rout Bobcats (AP)

LeBron James scored 25 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Charlotte Bobcats 94-74 on Saturday night for their eighth straight victory. The Cavaliers were never threatened and their relentless defense led to yet another rout in their franchise-best 17-3 start. A night after holding Indiana's Danny Granger to four points, James helped limit Charlotte's second-leading scorer, Gerald Wallace,...

Okafor's 25 and 13 power Bobcats to win (AP)
Emeka Okafor had 25 points and 13 rebounds to lead a balanced attack for the Charlotte Bobcats in a 103-97 victory over Oklahoma City on Wednesday that sent the Thunder back to their losing ways. Gerald Wallace added 21 points and Jason Richardson scored 18 to surpass 10,000 points in his career for the Bobcats, who won consecutive games under coach Larry Brown for the first time.

Bosh scores 39 as Raptors beat Bobcats (AP)

Chris Bosh had 39 points and 11 rebounds, Joey Graham added a season-high 17 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Charlotte Bobcats 93-86 on Wednesday night. Andrea Bargnani had 11 points, while Jose Calderon had 10 points and nine assists as Toronto won for the first time in three games and improved to 3-4 at home.

Felton helps Bobcats beat Jazz 104-96 (AP)

Larry Brown and Jerry Sloan have combined for more than 2,000 NBA victories. On Friday night they both had to work hard searching for the right lineups because of key injuries. In the end it was the well-traveled Brown, now in Charlotte, who edged the permanent fixture on Utah's bench. With Raymond Felton scoring 23 points, Gerald Wallace adding 22 and Adam Morrison leading an effective band of...

Brown earns first win with Bobcats (AP)
Gerald Wallace had been trying so hard to learn Larry Brown's system he found himself thinking too much and not trusting his instinct. A pregame meeting helped Wallace end his mental anguish -- and give Brown his first victory with his record ninth NBA team. A more aggressive Wallace scored 34 points Saturday, leading the hot-shooting, free-flowing Charlotte Bobcats past the Miami Heat 100-87 to...

Magic rally in 2nd half to beat Bobcats (AP)
Rashard Lewis scored 26 points and the Orlando Magic rallied in the second half to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 94-84 on Thursday. Dwight Howard added 15 points and Keith Bogans 14 for the Magic, who overcame poor free-throw shooting to win their third consecutive preseason game. Gerald Wallace had 18 points and nine rebounds for the Bobcats before coming out of the game in the fourth quarter with a...

No. 1 fan: Bobcats' Wallace impressing Brown
Gerald Wallace is impressing Larry Brown in Charlotte.

Wallace may miss final week of season
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace is leaning toward sitting out the last week of the season due to a groin injury. An MRI exam on Tuesday showed no tear, but Wallace missed his second straight game against Minnesota. With the Bobcats eliminated from playoff contention, Wallace said he'll likely not play again this season. "If I play, there's a risk of me having the injury throughout the whole summer," Wallace said. "I don't want to go through the whole summer with a groin injury.

Injury bug taps Cats' Wallace, year could be over
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace is leaning toward sitting out the last week of the season due to a groin injury.

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.

Bobcats hold off Heat, snap 5-game skid (AP)

Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace is the first to admit that he's not quite playing his best basketball yet. But a 98-percent Wallace was more than the Miami Heat could handle Saturday. Wallace scored 26 points, Jason Richardson had 24, and the Bobcats held off an early fourth-quarter rally to beat the Heat 94-82 and snap a five-game losing streak.

Wallace back after missing due to concussion
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace was back in uniform, but not in the starting lineup Wednesday night against Dallas after missing eight games because of a concussion. Mavericks forward Devean George missed his second straight game because of lower back soreness. Wallace entered the game with 3:55 left in the first quarter, and missed his first shot seconds later. He hadn't played since Feb.

Cats' Wallace back from concussion, doesn't start
The Bobcats' Gerald Wallace returned but didn't start on Wednesday.

Bobcats' Wallace returns to practice
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace is back, just not at power forward. Wallace returned to practice Monday for the first time since being knocked unconscious by an inadvertent elbow more than two weeks ago. Wearing his signature orange headband, Wallace showed his same aggressive style during a team scrimmage. He hopes to play Wednesday at Dallas.

Bobcats' Wallace eyes Wednesday return to action
Gerald Wallace returned to practice Monday for the first time since being knocked unconscious by an inadvertent elbow more than two weeks ago. He hopes to play Wednesday at Dallas.

Bobcats F Wallace should practice next week
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace is expected to return to full-contact practice at the start of next week and might play in a game as soon as Wednesday at the Mavericks. Wallace has been sidelined since being knocked unconscious in a game Feb. 22. "He's been working out, and he's been on the floor. Did some up-and-down running, got a little winded," Charlotte coach Sam Vincent said before Saturday night's game against the Washington Wizards.

Bobcats could have Wallace back for Mavs game
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace is expected to return to full-contact practice at the start of next week and might play in a game as soon as Wednesday at the Mavericks.

Bobcats may have Wallace back in practice soon
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace could return from his fourth concussion in four years as soon as next week.

Wallace could return from concussion soon
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace could return from his fourth concussion in four years as soon as next week. Coach Sam Vincent said Wednesday that Wallace has been doing some light shooting and running over the past couple of days. Vincent expects Wallace will be cleared to practice by the end of the week and said a target date for his return is March 12 at Dallas. "He's feeling a lot better. The headaches are gone," Vincent said.

Wallace's 4th concussion new territory for Bobcats
Gerald Wallace earned the nickname "Crash" for his aggressive style that causes him to tumble to the floor with great regularity as the Charlotte Bobcats' acrobatic leading scorer.

Wallace to have more tests after concussion
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace has been suffering from headaches and drowsiness since he was knocked unconscious in a game Friday. Wallace has been experiencing post-concussion symptoms that include soreness in his neck and jaw, the team said Monday. He's scheduled to be examined by a neurologist this week. It's unclear when he'll be able to play again. Wallace was hit in the face by an inadvertent elbow by Sacramento forward Mikki Moore during Friday's loss to the Kings.

Wallace to undergo more post-concussion tests
Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace has been suffering from headaches and drowsiness since he was knocked unconscious in a game Friday.

Bobcats' Wallace out at least 2 weeks
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace will miss at least two weeks after suffering his fourth concussion in four seasons Friday night in a loss to Sacramento. "Gerald is probably going to be two weeks to maybe slightly more," Charlotte coach Sam Vincent said before Saturday's game with the Washington Wizards. "He's in an observation stage." Wallace was knocked unconscious by an inadvertent elbow to the face by the Kings' Mikki Moore, and was taken to the hospital.

Bobcats' Wallace out two weeks after concussion
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace will miss at least two weeks after suffering his fourth concussion in four seasons Friday night in a loss to Sacramento.

Bobcats F Wallace out at least 2 weeks (AP)
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace will miss at least two weeks after suffering his fourth concussion in four seasons Friday night in a loss to Sacramento. "Gerald is probably going to be two weeks to maybe slightly more," Charlotte coach Sam Vincent said before Saturday's game with the Washington Wizards.

Kings edge Bobcats 116-115 in OT (AP)

The health of Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace was the focus after the Sacramento Kings used a frantic finish to beat Charlotte. Wallace was knocked unconscious and had to be wheeled off on a stretcher. That the Kings got 22 points and 14 rebounds from Brad Miller and then overcame Miller's late turnover to edge the Bobcats 116-115 in overtime was an afterthought.

Wallace takes shot to face, leaves on stretcher
Bobcats scoring leader Gerald Wallace was taken off the floor on a stretcher during Friday's game against Sacramento after being hit in the face with an inadvertent elbow. A team official said Wallace suffered a concussion and was taken to a hospital for further evaluation. Wallace was double-teaming Kings forward Mikki Moore in the post early in the third quarter and was called for a foul a moment before Moore swung around with the ball. Moore's right elbow hit Wallace directly in the nose.

Bobcats F Wallace suffers concussion (AP)
Bobcats scoring leader Gerald Wallace was taken off the floor on a stretcher during Friday's game against Sacramento after being knocked unconscious by an inadvertent elbow. A team official said Wallace sustained a concussion and was taken to a hospital for further evaluation. Wallace was double-teaming Kings forward Mikki Moore in the post early in the third quarter and was called for a foul a...

Cats' Wallace taken off court on stretcher after hit
Bobcats scoring leader Gerald Wallace was taken off the floor on a stretcher during Friday's game against Sacramento after being hit in the face with an inadvertent elbow.

Injured Wallace to miss Bobcats' game vs. Hawks
The Bobcats will again be without leading scorer Gerald Wallace for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.

Bobcats' Wallace cleared to play; three others out
Bobcats leading scorer Gerald Wallace was cleared to play Friday against the New Jersey Nets after missing two games with a strained right foot. Charlotte is still expected to be without guards Jeff McInnis (sickness), Matt Carroll (ankle) and Derek Anderson (knee), leaving only nine healthy players. Wallace, who was injured Feb. 1 at Golden State, went through Friday's shootaround without incident, said trainer Joe Sharpe.

Cats' Wallace sits; Nuggets without Camby, Najera
Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace missed a game against Denver on Saturday night because of a sprained right ankle.

Bobcats' Wallace out with sprained ankle (AP)
Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace missed a game against Denver on Saturday night because of a sprained right ankle. Wallace was injured in a 127-96 loss to Golden State the night before. Charlotte coach Sam Vincent said he expected Wallace to be out about a week. The forward is averaging 21.2 points and 6.2 rebounds this season.

Bobcats top undermanned Clippers 107-100 (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 23 points, eight assists and six rebounds, Jason Richardson added 20 points and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the undermanned Los Angeles Clippers 107-100 on Monday night. Emeka Okafor had 14 points and nine rebounds for the Bobcats, who won on the road for only the fourth time in 17 tries this season despite going the final 5:13 without a field goal.

Bobcats defeat short-handed Bulls 90-77 (AP)

Emeka Okafor scored 21 points and had 16 rebounds and Gerald Wallace added 21 points to help the Charlotte Bobcats beat the injury-depleted Chicago Bulls 90-77 on Friday night. Chicago played without its top two scorers, Ben Gordon (wrist) and Luol Deng (Achilles' tendinitis). The Bobcats used a 15-4 run late in the fourth quarter to pull away.

Bobcats' Wallace questionable with sore left calf
Bobcats leading scorer Gerald Wallace is questionable for Wednesday's game against Dallas with a strained left calf.

Richardson's season-high 38 lift Bobcats (AP)

Jason Richardson scored a season-high 38 points and had 14 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats held off a fourth-quarter rally to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 105-87 on Saturday night. Gerald Wallace added 28 points, and Emeka Okafor, Raymond Felton and Matt Carroll had 11 apiece for the Bobcats, who beat the Grizzlies for the first time in team history.

West's 28 help Hornets beat Bobcats (AP)

The Hornets are playing unrelenting, merciless basketball since getting embarrassed by the Los Angeles Lakers on their home court last week. David West scored 28 points in 32 minutes and New Orleans won its fourth straight game, 112-84 over the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday night. Three of their last four victories have come at home by an average margin of 28.3 points.

Bobcats rally from 19 down, stun Magic (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 36 points and 14 rebounds, Jason Richardson hit a 3-pointer and four free throws in the final minute, and the Charlotte Bobcats rallied to stun the Orlando Magic 99-93 on Wednesday night. The Bobcats, who trailed by 19 points early in the third quarter, avoided a season sweep against the Magic with a remarkable comeback to continue a wild stretch of close finishes and big wins.

Wallace's 40 lift Bobcats over Nuggets (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 40 points, Matt Carroll hit two free throws with 4.6 seconds left, and the Charlotte Bobcats made the big plays down the stretch this time in a 119-116 win over the Denver Nuggets on Monday night. After consecutive heartbreaking losses, in double-overtime to Cleveland and in overtime to Detroit, Wallace carried the Bobcats in a fast-paced game with numerous dunks and little...

Bobcats hand Celtics their fourth loss (AP)

Jason Richardson scored 34 points and grabbed nine rebounds, Gerald Wallace had 15 points and 10 rebounds, and the Charlotte Bobcats stunned the Boston Celtics 95-83 for just their fourth loss of the season on Wednesday night. The loss snapped a nine-game winning streak for Boston (29-4) and spoiled its bid for the fastest start in team history to 30 wins.

Kidd has another triple-double in loss (AP)

Jason Richardson scored 25 points and the hot-shooting Charlotte Bobcats overcame Jason Kidd's third consecutive triple-double to beat the New Jersey Nets 115-99 on Tuesday night. Gerald Wallace added 21 points and 11 rebounds and Emeka Okafor and Nazr Mohammed added 17 points apiece for the Bobcats, who shot 59 percent in their highest-scoring game of the season.

Bobcats rally in 4th, beat Pacers in OT (AP)

Gerald Wallace led a furious comeback in the fourth quarter and took charge in overtime, finishing with 36 points and giving the Charlotte Bobcats a 107-103 win over the Indiana Pacers on Monday. Charlotte snapped a four-game losing streak by rallying from a 13-point deficit with under 6 minutes left in regulation behind a series of spectacular plays from Wallace.

Yi helps Bucks beat road-weary Bobcats (AP)

Rookie Yi Jianlian scored a season-high 29 points and grabbed 10 rebounds and Michael Redd added 27 points to help the Milwaukee Bucks outlast the road-weary Charlotte Bobcats 103-99 on Saturday night. The game was delayed 15 minutes after the Bobcats needed nearly 11 hours to get to Milwaukee after their flight left Charlotte at 9 a.m.

Wallace's 27 help Bobcats roll by Knicks (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 27 points and the Charlotte Bobcats dominated New York 105-95 on Friday to send the listless Knicks back to their losing ways. Nazr Mohammed added 20 points and 14 rebounds and Jason Richardson and Emeka Okafor scored 17 points apiece for the Bobcats, who rolled out to a 24-point second-quarter lead.

Wallace, Richardson lift Bobcats by Jazz (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 26 points and Jason Richardson had 24 to lead the Charlotte Bobcats' furious fourth-quarter comeback that stunned the Utah Jazz 98-92 on Wednesday. In their first game since part-owner Michael Jordan took a hands-on approach which included suiting up for practice a day earlier, the Bobcats rallied from a 12-point deficit with under 6 minutes left for only their third win in...

Johnson scores 31 as Hawks top Bobcats (AP)

Any sign of progress, however modest, is appreciated by the Atlanta Hawks, who have missed the playoffs eight straight years, the longest streak in the NBA. Here's one modest step up for the Hawks: For the first time, they won't lose a season series to the Charlotte Bobcats. Joe Johnson scored 31 points, Marvin Williams had 20 and the Hawks beat the Bobcats 93-84 on Saturday night, giving Charlotte...

Felton lifts Bobcats by Clippers 108-103 (AP)

Raymond Felton scored 26 points and keyed a fourth-quarter surge as the Charlotte Bobcats rallied to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 108-103 on Wednesday night. Emeka Okafor added 25 points and 16 rebounds and Gerald Wallace scored 25 points for the Bobcats, who won for only the second time in 10 games and beat the Clippers for the first time.

Cavs miss James, lose sixth straight (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 22 points and Raymond Felton went 8-for-8 from the foul line in the final 16 seconds as the Charlotte Bobcats snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 96-93 win over the slumping Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night. Playing again without LeBron James, the Cavaliers couldn't hold onto a three-point lead early in the fourth quarter, then missed several chances down the...

Wallace expects to play for Bobcats on Tuesday
Bobcats leading scorer Gerald Wallace has been cleared to play in Tuesday's game at Miami after sitting out Charlotte's loss to Boston with a strained right calf.

Wallace (calf) cleared to play
Bobcats leading scorer Gerald Wallace has been cleared to play in Tuesday's game at Miami after sitting out Charlotte's loss to Boston with a strained right calf. Wallace, averaging 18.7 points per game, practiced without limitations Monday and traveled with the team to Miami. Wallace played 12 minutes in Friday's loss to Orlando after being injured in the first half.

Bobcats' Wallace expects to face Heat (AP)
Bobcats leading scorer Gerald Wallace has been cleared to play in Tuesday's game at Miami after sitting out Charlotte's loss to Boston with a strained right calf. Wallace, averaging 18.7 points per game, practiced without limitations Monday and traveled with the team to Miami. Wallace played 12 minutes in Friday's loss to Orlando after being injured in the first half.

MRIs negative for injured Bobcats (AP)
Tests on injured Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace and center Ryan Hollins were negative, but the two did not play Saturday night against the Boston Celtics. Wallace and Hollins each had MRIs a day after sustaining injuries in a loss to the Orlando magic. Wallace, Charlotte's leading scorer, was limited to 12 minutes against the Magic after complaining of a strained right calf.

Butler's 39 help Wizards win in overtime (AP)

Caron Butler helped make up for the loss of leading scorer Gilbert Arenas at least for a night, scoring 39 points to lead the Washington Wizards over the Charlotte Bobcats 114-111 in overtime Wednesday. With the Wizards receiving the jolting news that their star will be out for about three months after Arenas underwent knee surgery earlier in the day, Butler scored seven points in overtime,...

Wallace helps Bobcats stay above .500 (AP)

With a tough road schedule at the end of the season, the Charlotte Bobcats knew they had to get off to a quick start. Through 10 games, they're in pretty good shape. Behind Gerald Wallace's third straight game of 27 points and a stifling defense that shut down LaMarcus Aldridge, the Bobcats beat the Portland Trail Blazers 101-92 on Monday night.

Bobcats hold off Sonics
Gerald Wallace scored 27 points, Jason Richardson added 23 and the Charlotte Bobcats wore down a weary Kevin Durant and the Seattle SuperSonics in a 100-84 win on Saturday night. Raymond Felton added 13 points and 12 assists, Emeka Okafor added 12 points and 15 rebounds, and the Bobcats set a franchise record by limiting Seattle to 31 percent shooting, a night after the Sonics won an emotional double-overtime game in Atlanta.

Bobcats wear down Durant, beat Sonics (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 27 points, Jason Richardson added 23 and the Charlotte Bobcats wore down a weary Kevin Durant and the Seattle SuperSonics in a 100-84 win on Saturday night. Raymond Felton added 13 points and 12 assists, Emeka Okafor added 12 points and 15 rebounds, and the Bobcats set a franchise record by limiting Seattle to 31 percent shooting, a night after the Sonics won an emotional...

Bobcats embarrass still-depleted Heat
Gerald Wallace scored 19 points, Jason Richardson added 18 and the Charlotte Bobcats continued the Miami Heat's early season misery with a 91-76 victory on Tuesday night. Emeka Okafor had 13 points and 10 rebounds for the Bobcats, who dominated the punchless Heat. Playing again without Dwyane Wade, Miami often struggled to just get a shot off and dropped to 1-6. Shaquille O'Neal had 17 points and six rebounds, but got little help.

Bobcats cruise past struggling Heat (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored 19 points, Jason Richardson added 18 and the Charlotte Bobcats continued the Miami Heat's early season misery with a 91-76 victory on Tuesday night. Emeka Okafor had 13 points and 10 rebounds for the Bobcats, who dominated the punchless Heat. Playing again without Dwyane Wade, Miami often struggled to just get a shot off and dropped to 1-6.

Okafor, Wallace rally Bobcats by Pacers (AP)

Emeka Okafor had 25 points and 23 rebounds, Gerald Wallace scored 26 points and the Charlotte Bobcats rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Indiana Pacers 96-87 Friday night. Okafor's second career 20-20 game helped the Bobcats erase memories of losing their previous two games by 31 and 32 points, while Okafor had his best game since he turned down a contract offer from the Bobcats before the...

Okafor has double-double, Bobcats rally
Emeka Okafor had 25 points and 23 rebounds, Gerald Wallace scored 26 points and the Charlotte Bobcats rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Indiana Pacers 96-87 Friday night. Okafor's second career 20-20 game helped the Bobcats erase memories of losing their previous two games by 31 and 32 points, while Okafor had his best game since he turned down a contract offer from the Bobcats before the start of the season.

Felton helps Bobcats hold off Bucks (AP)

Raymond Felton had 26 points and 12 assists, and hit two free throws with 0.1 seconds left to preserve Charlotte's 102-99 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. Gerald Wallace added 22 points and 10 rebounds, and Jason Richardson had 21 points in his first game with Charlotte to help the Bobcats win their opener despite hitting just 22 of 43 free throws.

Wallace, Morrison lead Bobcats past Nets
After a rocky rookie year and offseason moves that took him out of the starting lineup, Adam Morrison has embraced his new role with the Charlotte Bobcats. Gerald Wallace scored 20 points and Morrison added 15 off the bench Monday night in the Bobcats' 96-86 exhibition victory over the New Jersey Nets. Morrison had nine points in the third quarter when Charlotte outscored the Nets 39-15. The No.

Morrison's improved shooting continues (AP)

After a rocky rookie year and offseason moves that took him out of the starting lineup, Adam Morrison has embraced his new role with the Charlotte Bobcats. Gerald Wallace scored 20 points and Morrison added 15 off the bench Monday night in the Bobcats' 96-86 exhibition victory over the New Jersey Nets.

Diesel leaves early as Heat lose to 'Cats
Gerald Wallace scored 18 points to lead four players in double figures, and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Miami Heat 92-76 Saturday night. Matt Carroll added 17 points, Raymond Felton scored 13, Adam Morrison had 10 points and Emeka Okafor pulled down nine rebounds for the Bobcats (1-2), who gave Sam Vincent his first win as an NBA head coach. Daequan Cook scored 10 points to lead the Heat (0-4), who gave up 30 points off turnovers.

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