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Memphis Grizzlies' Jason Williams retiring after 12-year NBA career
The Grizzlies say point guard Jason Williams has decided to retire after a 12-year career.

Jason Williams announces retirement (AP)
The Grizzlies say point guard Jason Williams has decided to retire after a 12-year career. The team issued a statement Monday evening that the 35-year-old is announcing his retirement. The Grizzlies signed Williams on Feb. 7, after he was released by the Orlando Magic. Williams missed the final 17 games of the season with lower back soreness.

Grizzlies F Gay out with toe injury (AP)
Memphis forward Rudy Gay missed the Grizzlies' game at Oklahoma City on Tuesday night with a sprained right big toe. Gay came in tied with Zach Randolph as the Grizzlies' top scorer, with 20 points per game. Tony Allen replaced Gay in the starting lineup. Guard Jason Williams was also activated for the first time since signing with Memphis on Monday.

Memphis Grizzlies bring back point guard Jason Williams
Jason Williams, released last month by the Orlando Magic, signed a contract Monday to return to the Memphis Grizzlies

Grizzlies sign veteran PG Williams (AP)
Jason Williams, released last month by the Orlando Magic, signed a contract Monday to return to the Memphis Grizzlies, where he played from 2001-05. Grizzlies officials announced the signing moments before the game with the Los Angeles Lakers. The signing had been rumored for about a week, but the team would not confirm their interest in the point guard until he was officially signed.

Grizzlies sign G Williams to contract
Jason Williams, released last month by the Orlando Magic, signed a contract Monday to return to the Memphis Grizzlies, where he played from 2001-05.

Magic waive backup guard Jason Williams
The Orlando Magic have waived point guard Jason Williams.

Orlando Magic waive resert point guard Jason Williams
The Orlando Magic have waived point guard Jason Williams.

The team announced the move in a statement on Wednesday. Williams didn't make the trip for the Magic's road game against Indiana Wednesday night.

Magic waive PG Jason Williams (AP)
The Orlando Magic have waived point guard Jason Williams. The team announced the move in a statement on Wednesday. Williams didn't make the trip for the Magic's road game against Indiana Wednesday night. Magic president of basketball operations Otis Smith told reporters after the morning shoot around that he didn't think Williams, who had slipped to the fourth point guard spot, was upset...

Orlando Magic's Jason Williams ejected after throwing ball at Jamaal Magloire's head
Magic reserve point guard Jason Williams has been ejected for throwing the ball at the Heat's Jamaal Magloire after a play. Williams whizzed the ball by Magloire's head.

Magic PG Nelson out again vs. Hawks (AP)

The Orlando Magic will be without starting point guard Jameer Nelson against Atlanta on Monday night because of a sprained left ankle. Nelson was hurt late in Friday's win against New Jersey and missed the team's win at Charlotte on Friday. Chris Duhon will again start in his place, and Jason Williams will serve as the backup.

Magic move to 11-1 in last 12 vs. Hawks (AP)

New season. New coach. New venue. Same old result: The Atlanta Hawks still can't beat the Orlando Magic. Dwight Howard had 27 points and 11 rebounds, and the Magic extended their recent reign over the Hawks with a 93-89 victory Monday night in a rematch of last season's lopsided Eastern Conference semifinal.

Magic's Williams to miss game vs. Heat
Jason Williams of the Orlando Magic was suspended one game without pay for making contact with a game official following an ejection, keeping him from Friday night's game against the Miami Heat.

Orlando Magic's Jason Williams suspended for touching referee
Jason Williams of the Orlando Magic has been suspended one game without pay for making contact with a game official following an ejection.

Magic G Williams banned for touching ref (AP)
Jason Williams of the Orlando Magic has been suspended one game without pay for making contact with a game official following an ejection. NBA executive vice president of basketball operations Stu Jackson announced the punishment on Friday, a few hours before the Magic played the Miami Heat. Williams is eligible to return for Orlando's next game Tuesday at New York.

Orlando Magic guard Jason Williams out 4 weeks after knee surgery
Orlando Magic point guard Jason Williams will have arthroscopic surgery on his left knee Thursday and will miss about four weeks.

Magic PG Williams to miss about 4 weeks (AP)
Orlando Magic point guard Jason Williams will have arthroscopic surgery on his left knee Thursday and will miss about four weeks. Magic coach Stan Van Gundy says Williams' knee has been problematic for weeks and was injured again during training camp this week. An MRI showed loose cartilage but no tear.

Report: Free agent guard Jason Williams, Orlando Magic agree to deal
A person familiar with the decision says the Orlando Magic have agreed to a new deal with free agent point guard Jason Williams.

Magic bringing back PG Williams (AP)
A person familiar with the decision says the Orlando Magic have agreed to a new deal with free agent point guard Jason Williams. The person spoke with The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the contract was still being completed Tuesday. Williams spent last season with the Magic after taking a year off for personal reasons.

Report: Magic, Williams agree to deal
A person familiar with the decision says the Orlando Magic have agreed to a new deal with free agent point guard Jason Williams.

Howard leads Magic to sixth straight win (AP)

Dwight Howard had 22 points and 15 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic rolled past the Los Angeles Clippers, 113-87 on Tuesday night to tie a season high with their sixth straight victory. Jameer Nelson had 17 points and Rashard Lewis added 15 to help the Magic take a 26-point halftime lead and cruise to a blowout after beating the Lakers in an NBA finals rematch Sunday.

Magic G Nelson, F Pietrus to miss game (AP)
Orlando Magic point guard Jameer Nelson and forward Mickael Pietrus were sidelined against the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night with injuries. Nelson hyperextended his left knee in the Magic's win at Detroit on Sunday. He is day to day. Jason Williams started in Nelson's place. Nelson had surgery to repair torn cartilage in the knee in November.

Howard shines, Magic win with big 4th (AP)

Dwight Howard had 30 points and 16 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic used a big run to open the fourth quarter and beat the Sacramento Kings 109-88 on Tuesday night. Ryan Anderson started the 18-4 run with a 3-pointer on the opening possession of the quarter to give the Magic a 79-78 lead. Orlando just built on it from there, holding Sacramento to just one field goal in the first 7:14 of the period.

Carter-less Magic rout Hawks, snap skid (AP)

J.J. Redick scored 17 points in place of an injured Vince Carter, and the Orlando Magic ended a four-game losing streak with a 113-81 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday night. Matt Barnes finished with 18 points, and reserve Jason Williams added 14 to help the Magic build a 38-point lead and stay atop the Southeast Division.

Howard helps Magic rally by Blazers (AP)
Dwight Howard had 12 points, 20 rebounds and four blocks to help the Orlando Magic rally past the Portland Trail Blazers 92-83 on Saturday night. Rashard Lewis added 15 points for the Magic, Jason Williams had 13 and J.J. Redick chipped in 12 as Orlando overcame a sluggish first half to beat Portland for the sixth time in the last seven meetings.

Birthday boy Howard leads Magic to win (AP)

Dwight Howard had 25 points and 11 rebounds on his 24th birthday, Rashard Lewis added 17 points and the Orlando Magic held off the Los Angeles Clippers for their sixth straight victory, 97-86 Tuesday night. Jason Williams scored 16 points while hitting four 3-pointers for the Magic, who kept pace with Boston atop the Eastern Conference with their 11th win in 12 games.

Carter helps Magic rally past Warriors (AP)

Vince Carter had 27 points and seven assists, Mickael Pietrus scored a season-high 22 points and the Orlando Magic rallied to beat the Golden State Warriors 126-118 on Saturday night. Dwight Howard added 17 points and eight rebounds, and Jason Williams had 12 points, eight rebounds and five assists. The Magic, who outscored the Warriors 17-4 down the stretch, have won five straight to improve to...

Howard, Magic deal Hawks first home loss (AP)

Dwight Howard had 22 points and 17 rebounds, Vince Carter added 21 points and the Orlando Magic beat the Atlanta Hawks 93-76 on Thursday night. The Hawks, attempting to tie Phoenix for the NBA's best record, dropped to 11-4. They missed a chance to improve to 8-0 at home for the first time since 1993-94.

Magic top Raptors for fifth straight win (AP)

Vince Carter scored 24 points, Dwight Howard had 17 points and 12 rebounds and the Orlando Magic won their fifth straight game, 104-96 over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. J.J. Redick had 19 points, Jason Williams had 16 and Rashard Lewis added 11 for the Magic, who have won eight of 10. Chris Bosh scored 22 points, Jose Calderon had 16 and Hedo Turkoglu scored 12 for Toronto, which has lost four of...

Orlando Magic see Jason Williams and Anthony Johnson as ample fill-ins for injured Jameer Nelson
While the Orlando Magic traded for a replacement when point guard Jameer Nelson went down last season, general manager Otis Smith said Wednesday he's not inclined to do so this time.

Carter hurts ankle as Magic beat Nets (AP)

Vince Carter returned to New Jersey and scored 16 points before leaving the game against his former teammates in the second quarter with a sprained left ankle and the Orlando Magic rolled to a 95-85 victory Friday night. All-Star center Dwight Howard more than made up for Carter's absence with 20 points, 22 rebounds and four blocks as the Magic won their second straight and handed the Nets...

New-look Magic roll past Sixers 120-106 (AP)

Dwight Howard had 21 points and 15 rebounds, Vince Carter scored 15 points and the new-look Orlando Magic rolled to a 120-106 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night in the season opener for both teams. Ryan Anderson added 16 points, and Jason Williams had 15 points to highlight a deep Magic bench.

Magic sign Williams after not playing last year
The Orlando Magic have announced signing free agent guard Jason Williams. General Manager Otis Smith said Wednesday that Williams will provide depth and leadership to the team's backcourt. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Williams retired in September 2008 after playing a season for the Miami Heat, where he average 8.8 points per game. He did not play the 2008-09 season. Williams was a first-round draft pick and seventh overall in 1998.

Jason Williams unretires, joins Magic (AP)
The Orlando Magic have announced signing free agent guard Jason Williams. General Manager Otis Smith said Wednesday that Williams will provide depth and leadership to the team's backcourt. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Williams retired in September 2008 after playing a season for the Miami Heat, where he average 8.8 points per game.

Jason Williams coming back, signs with Orlando Magic
The Magic signed free-agent point guard Jason Williams on Wednesday.

Jason Williams becomes free agent after New York Knicks fail to sign him
Veteran playmaker Jason Williams became an unrestricted free agent Friday, when the NBA's other 29 teams were notified that the New York Knicks did not make a formal contract offer to Williams after obtaining exclusive negotiating rights with him.

Knicks work out PG Williams, but make no offer
Jason Williams has worked out for the New York Knicks, though the team made no contract offer to the point guard. Williams, who worked out Tuesday, is attempting a return from retirement this summer and the Knicks claimed him off waivers last week. They will retain exclusive negotiating rights if they make a contract offer by Thursday. Williams spent 10 seasons in the NBA before retiring last September, less than two months after signing with the Los Angeles Clippers.

New York Knicks work out Jason Williams; no offer to PG
The Knicks worked out point guard Jason Williams but did not make an offer.

PG Jason Williams works out for Knicks (AP)
Jason Williams has worked out for the New York Knicks, though the team made no contract offer to the point guard. Williams, who worked out Tuesday, is attempting a return from retirement this summer and the Knicks claimed him off waivers last week. They will retain exclusive negotiating rights if they make a contract offer by Thursday.

Sources: Jason Williams claimed by New York Knicks, who have exclusive negotiation window
The Knicks have been awarded exclusive rights to negotiate with veteran guard Jason Williams through Aug. 6 after putting in a waiver claim Friday, according to NBA front-office sources.

Marc Stein: Los Angeles Clippers waive their exclusive rights to negotiate with Jason Williams
Jason Williams' comeback from a one-year retirement will move a step closer to reality Friday after the Los Angeles Clippers formally waive their exclusive rights to negotiate with him, according to NBA front-office sources.

Clippers' Jason Williams announces his retirement
Jason Williams announced his retirement Friday, ending his 10-year NBA career less than two months after signing with the Los Angeles Clippers.

PG Jason Williams retires from NBA (AP)
Jason Williams announced his retirement Friday, ending his 10-year NBA career less than two months after signing with the Los Angeles Clippers. Williams, who helped the Miami Heat to the NBA title in 2006, averaged 11.4 points, 6.3 assists and shot 39.6 percent from the floor in 679 games. The point guard was drafted seventh overall pick in 1998 out of Florida by the Sacramento Kings and averaged...

Heat re-sign guard Quinn after solid play
The Miami Heat have re-signed guard Chris Quinn. Quinn was one of the few bright spots last season for the injury-plagued Heat, averaging 14.4 points and 5.9 assists in the final 17 games. Quinn originally signed with Miami as a free agent in July 2006. The Heat have been looking to upgrade at point guard this summer. Jason Williams signed with the Los Angeles Clippers in August, leaving Quinn, rookie Mario Chalmers and Marcus Banks to contend for the job.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/390078985" height="1" width="1"/

Clippers keep revamping roster, sign PG Williams
The Los Angeles Clippers acquired still another player during their busy offseason, signing free-agent point guard Jason Williams on Thursday. The 32-year-old Williams averaged 8.8 points, 4.6 assists, 1.9 rebounds and 28 minutes in 67 appearances last season with the Miami Heat. His backcourt mate there was Ricky Davis, another free agent signed by the Clippers on July 28. "We are excited to add Jason to our squad," Clippers coach Mike Dunleavy said in a statement.

Clippers sign G Jason Williams (AP)
The Los Angeles Clippers acquired still another player during their busy offseason, signing free-agent point guard Jason Williams on Thursday. The 32-year-old Williams averaged 8.8 points, 4.6 assists, 1.9 rebounds and 28 minutes in 67 appearances last season with the Miami Heat. His backcourt mate there was Ricky Davis, another free agent signed by the Clippers on July 28.

Heat guard Williams reaches terms with Clippers
The Los Angeles Clippers made arrangements Thursday to bring in yet another new player by reaching terms with free-agent point guard Jason Williams.

New coach Spoelstra climbed Heat ladder (AP)

Erik Spoelstra's tenure with the Miami Heat nearly ended after just a few months when Pat Riley arrived in 1995. Spoelstra was settling in as Miami's new video coordinator in 1995 when the Heat hired Riley as coach and president. Riley had final say over everything, including staff, and wanted someone he already knew to manage that part of the team's operation.

Heat win in Riley's possible finale (AP)

If this was Pat Riley's final game, it was a victorious one. Jason Williams scored 17 points, Mark Blount and Daequan Cook each added 16 and the Heat ended their disappointing season with a 113-99 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night. Miami finished 15-67, matching the 1988-89 expansion team for the worst record in franchise history.

Quinn has career-high 24, Heat top Bucks (AP)

Chris Quinn, filling in for an injured Jason Williams, scored a career-high 24 points to lead the Miami Heat past the Milwaukee Bucks 78-73 on Monday night. Quinn was a late insertion into the starting lineup for Williams, who'll be sidelined a week with a right thumb injury that required a hard cast.

Williams, Davis help Heat end skid at 8 (AP)

Maybe Pat Riley got a little carried away with the praise. With the Heat working on an 0-for-March, Miami's backcourt tandem of Jason Williams and Chris Quinn reversed a 14-point second-half deficit and had their coach comparing them to Hall of Famer guards Jerry West and Gail Goodrich. "We'd lost eight in a row and it gets a little tough when you're losing all the time, so you need some of these...

Heat fall in OT for eighth straight loss (AP)

J.R. Smith made a career-best eight 3-pointers and scored 28 points, Kenyon Martin added 24, and the Denver Nuggets edged the Miami Heat 114-113 in overtime Tuesday night. Carmelo Anthony scored six of his 22 points in overtime for Denver, which has won three straight. Dwyane Wade scored a game-high 29 points, but missed a 22-footer at the buzzer for Miami -- which has lost eight straight and 23 of...

Magic need rally to top undermanned Heat (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu had 27 points and 12 rebounds, Rashard Lewis scored 19 points and the Orlando Magic needed 12 consecutive points in the final quarter before pulling away and beating the undermanned Miami Heat 107-91 Wednesday night. Dwight Howard scored 16 points with 13 rebounds and Maurice Evans added 13 points for the Southeast Division-leading Magic (29-18), who have won the last eight meetings...

Bucks extend Heat's losing streak to 9 (AP)

Mo Williams scored a season-high 35 points to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 98-92 victory over Miami on Wednesday night, sending the Heat to their ninth straight loss. Dwyane Wade scored 34 points to lead Miami, which extended its longest losing streak since dropping 12 in a row in the 2001-02 season and also lost its eighth straight on the road.

O'Neal, Williams sit out again for Heat (AP)
The Miami Heat were again without injured starters Shaquille O'Neal and Jason Williams for Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. O'Neal missed his third straight game with bursitis in his left hip and Williams missed his fourth straight with left knee tendinitis. Forward Dorell Wright (ankle) also was among Miami's inactives.

Shaq, Williams stay home for Heat's game vs. Wiz
Injured starters Shaquille O'Neal and Jason Williams did not travel with the Miami Heat to their game against the Washington Wizards on Saturday night.

O'Neal, Williams don't travel to D.C.
Injured starters Shaquille O'Neal and Jason Williams did not travel with the Miami Heat to their game against the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. After playing in each of Miami's first 29 games, O'Neal missed a second consecutive contest. He is sidelined by sore hips and a sore thigh. Williams, who like O'Neal sat out Friday's overtime loss to the Orlando Magic, has left knee tendinitis.

Heat C O'Neal, G Williams out Saturday (AP)
Injured starters Shaquille O'Neal and Jason Williams did not travel with the Miami Heat to their game against the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. After playing in each of Miami's first 29 games, O'Neal missed a second consecutive contest. He is sidelined by sore hips and a sore thigh. Williams, who like O'Neal sat out Friday's overtime loss to the Orlando Magic, has left knee tendinitis.

Shaq, J-Will listed day-to-day for Miami
Heat center Shaquille O'Neal and point guard Jason Williams were listed as day-to-day Thursday, after both had nagging injuries checked out by Miami team doctors. O'Neal got treatment on his achy hips. Tests performed on Williams' sore left knee did not reveal any major problems, and both may be available when the struggling Heat (8-21) host the Orlando Magic on Friday.

Heat's O'Neal, Williams checked out by doctors
Heat center Shaquille O'Neal and point guard Jason Williams were listed as day-to-day Thursday, after both had nagging injuries checked out by Miami team doctors.

Williams out, so Quinn gets start at PG for Heat
Miami point guard Jason Williams was held out of Wednesday night's game against Atlanta due to a hyperextended left knee.

Davis, bench help Heat beat Bobcats (AP)

Yanked from the starting lineup, Ricky Davis and Jason Williams responded with strong games off the bench Tuesday night to help the struggling Miami Heat beat the Charlotte Bobcats 110-90. Davis equaled a season high with 23 points, while Williams totaled 11 points and eight assists. Rookie reserve Daequan Cook added a season-high 19 points while missing only two shots.

Heat win battle of depleted rosters
Jason Williams made the go-ahead jumper with 19 seconds left, and the Miami Heat earned their first victory of the season by beating the New York Knicks 75-72 on Sunday night. With Dwyane Wade still out and Zach Randolph not here after his grandmother's death, both teams were missing their top players. And it showed with long stretches of inept offensive play on both sides. But the Heat pulled it out after trailing by five with 2 1/2 minutes left.

Heat edge Knicks 75-72 for first win (AP)

Jason Williams made the go-ahead jumper with 19 seconds left, and the Miami Heat earned their first victory of the season by beating the New York Knicks 75-72 on Sunday night. With Dwyane Wade still out and Zach Randolph not here after his grandmother's death, both teams were missing their top players.

Jason Williams, G - MIA
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