Golden State Warriors

Conference: Western

Division: Pacific

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Ellis, Curry star in Warriors' victory over Jazz

Stephen Curry scored 29 points and had a season-high 12 assists, Monta Ellis added 33 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Utah Jazz 119-101 on Thursday night.

Curry, Ellis lead Warriors past Jazz (AP)

Stephen Curry scored 29 points and had a season-high 12 assists, Monta Ellis added 33 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Utah Jazz 119-101 on Thursday night. David Lee added 23 points and 14 rebounds for the Warriors. Golden State has won two straight since losing the first four games on its six-game homestand.

Magic, short at guard, sign free agent Smith

The Orlando Magic have signed Ish Smith, a free agent point guard most recently of Golden State, as the team's third point guard.

With Nelson out, Magic sign PG Ish Smith (AP)
The Orlando Magic have signed Ish Smith, a free agent point guard most recently of Golden State, as the team's third point guard. The 6-foot, 170-pound Smith was added to the roster Thursday, a day after Orlando released guard Larry Hughes. The Magic were in need of a guard with starter Jameer Nelson still out with concussion symptoms.

Rush, Warriors spoil Smart's return (AP)

Brandon Rush scored 15 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter to spark a late rally, and the Golden State Warriors spoiled former coach Keith Smart's return with a 93-90 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. Rush finished 4 for 5 from 3-point range and highlighted a 9-0 run to start the final period that carried new Warriors coach Mark Jackson past his predecessor.

Warriors' rally spoils Smart's return with Kings

Kevin Durant had 37 points and 14 rebounds, Russell Westbrook dazzled with 28 points and 11 assists, and the NBA-leading Oklahoma City Thunder started a critical road stretch with a 120-109 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Friday night.

Durant, Westbrook lead Thunder to win (AP)

Kevin Durant stood in the Oklahoma City Thunder's locker room buttoning up a blue-knit sweater atop his beige corduroy pants. Two spots over, Russell Westbrook sat in a chair with his shirt off and ice under his left leg, poking fun at Durant's outfit. Then both took turns teasing teammate James Harden for his sparkling, spiked black shoes.

Curry scores 32, Warriors win 1st West game

Stephen Curry scored a season-high 32 points and added seven assists and six rebounds, and the Golden State Warriors extended their recent home dominance against Portland with a 101-93 victory over the Trail Blazers on Wednesday night.

Warriors option F Chris Wright to NBADL - Chris Wright (F) Golden State Warriors
Warriors optioned F Chris Wright to the Dakota Wizards of the NBADL.

Gay leads Grizzlies to comeback win over G.S.

Rudy Gay scored 23 points, three in the final 23 seconds, and the surging Memphis Grizzlies rallied from 20 points down in the second half to beat the Golden State Warriors 91-90 on Monday night. Mike Conley had 20 points and nine assists for the Grizzles, who extended their winning streak to seven games with one of the biggest comebacks in franchise history.

Gay fuels Grizzlies to improbable win
Rudy Gay scored 23 points, three in the final 23 seconds, and the surging Memphis Grizzlies rallied from 20 points down in the second half to beat the Golden State Warriors 91-90 on Monday night.

Pacers win on Hill's late steal, three-point play

George Hill scored on a three-point play with 1.8 seconds remaining and the Indiana Pacers held off a late charge by Golden State to beat the Warriors 94-91 on Friday night.

Pacers beat Warriors in Curry's return (AP)

Just about everything George Hill tried to do to stop Golden State's Monta Ellis failed -- until it counted most for Indiana's backup guard. With Ellis positioning himself for the potential game-winning shot and the clock winding down, Hill literally stepped in the way and saved his team from again getting burned by the Warriors' star guard.

Warriors C Brown has surgery on chest muscle

Golden State Warriors backup center Kwame Brown is recovering from surgery on his chest muscle that will likely sideline the former No. 1 overall pick for the rest of the season.

Warriors C Brown undergoes chest surgery (AP)
Golden State Warriors backup center Kwame Brown is recovering from surgery on his chest muscle that will likely sideline the former No. 1 overall pick for the rest of the season. The procedure to repair his right pectoralis major was performed Wednesday by Dr. Neal ElAttrache at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthpaedic Clinic in Los Angeles.

Williams leads way as Nets top Warriors (AP)

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

Lee's 29 points lifts Warriors over Cavs (AP)

David Lee scored a season-high 29 points -- 13 in the fourth quarter -- and Nate Robinson added 17 points, leading the Golden State Warriors to a 105-95 win Tuesday night over the road-worn Cleveland Cavaliers. Lee scored 7 straight points midway through the final period to help the Warriors pull away from the Cavs, who were coming off a seven-game road trip.

Lee scores 13 in 4th as Warriors pull past Cavs

David Lee scored a season-high 29 points -- 13 in the fourth quarter -- and Nate Robinson added 17 points, leading the Golden State Warriors to a 105-95 win Tuesday night over the road-worn Cleveland Cavaliers.

Lee, Ellis help Warriors to first road win of year

David Lee scored 24 points and Monta Ellis added 22 to help the Golden State Warriors win on the road for the first time this season, 99-91 over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday night.

Warriors earn first road win of season (AP)

David Lee scored 24 points and Monta Ellis added 22 to help the Golden State Warriors win on the road for the first time this season, 99-91 over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday night. Golden State won at Detroit for the second time in its last 17 visits. Greg Monroe had 25 points and eight rebounds for the Pistons.

Lee, Ellis power Warriors past Pistons
David Lee scored 24 points and Monta Ellis added 22 to help the Golden State Warriors win on the road for the first time this season, 99-91 over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday night.

Lee, Ellis power Warriors past Pistons
David Lee scored 24 points and Monta Ellis added 22 to help the Golden State Warriors win on the road for the first time this season, 99-91 over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday night.

Walker's 23 in first start lift Bobcats (AP)

Rookie Kemba Walker made the most of his first NBA start, scoring a career-high 23 points to lift the Charlotte Bobcats to a 112-100 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night. With the Bobcats mired in a six-game losing streak, coach Paul Silas benched veteran Boris Diaw, saying he wanted to see a different look with a smaller lineup.

Walker scores 23 in first start to lift Bobcats

Rookie Kemba Walker made the most of his first NBA start, scoring a career-high 23 points to lift the Charlotte Bobcats to a 112-100 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night.

Bobcats bench Diaw for rookie Walker (AP)
Bobcats coach Paul Silas has benched veteran power forward Boris Diaw in favor of rookie Kemba Walker for Saturday night's game against Golden State. Diaw has struggled of late, scoring just three points in the last two games. The move will have a ripple effect on the starting lineup. Walker will make his first NBA start at the point guard, while D.J.

Howard breaks FT mark in 40-20 game
Dwight Howard broke Wilt Chamberlain's nearly 50-year-old NBA record for most free throw attempts in a game, making 21 of 39 in the Orlando Magic's 117-109 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night.

Warriors C Brown out at least 3 months
Kwame Brown's season with the Golden State Warriors is all but over.

Warriors waive 2nd-year reserve guard Smith

The Golden State Warriors have waived guard Ish Smith.

Warriors waive G Ish Smith (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have waived guard Ish Smith. The 23-year-old Smith appeared in six games with the Warriors, averaging 5.4 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.8 assists. Smith was originally awarded to the Warriors via a waiver claim on Dec. 16. He had been with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Howard shoots record 39 FTs in Magic win (AP)

With Dwight Howard getting fouled in record-setting fashion, Orlando Magic coach Stan Van Gundy finally just sat back in his chair and stopped barking out orders. He walked into the huddle during a timeout early in the first half Thursday night, and his assistants started bombarding him with the usual play-calling suggestions.

Howard attempts record 39 FTs in Magic win

Dwight Howard broke Wilt Chamberlain's nearly 50-year-old NBA record for most free throw attempts in a game, making 21 of 39 in the Orlando Magic's 117-109 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night.

Warriors' Brown out 3 months with chest injury

Golden State Warriors center Kwame Brown is expected to miss at least three months because of a chest injury.

Warriors win in OT, spoil Wade's return (AP)

Dorell Wright scored 20 points and made a season-high six 3-pointers, including a tying shot late in regulation, and the short-handed Golden State Warriors spoiled Dwyane Wade's return with a 111-106 overtime victory over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night. The former Miami forward also converted a go-ahead 3-pointer in the extra period, ending Golden State's five-game losing streak and...

Wade returns, but Heat fall to Warriors in OT

Dwyane Wade will return to the Miami Heat starting lineup tonight after missing three games with a sore left foot.

Warriors beat Heat in OT
Dorell Wright scored 20 points and made a season-high six 3-pointers, including a tying shot late in regulation, and the short-handed Golden State Warriors spoiled Dwyane Wade's return with a 111-106 overtime victory over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night.

Warriors: No structural damage for Curry
Further testing on Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry's surgically repaired, sprained right ankle showed no structural damage.

Warriors: No structural damage to Curry's ankle

Further testing on Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry's surgically repaired, sprained right ankle showed no structural damage.

Hayward lifts Jazz to fourth win in row (AP)

Gordon Hayward made a go-ahead free throw with 11 seconds remaining, lifting the Utah Jazz past the Golden State Warriors 88-87 on Saturday night for their fourth straight victory. Hayward finished with 18 points, six rebounds and four assists, and Al Jefferson added 15 points and eight rebounds for the Jazz, who shot just 39.5 percent.

Suns continue home dominance of Bucks (AP)

Steve Nash had 17 assists and 10 points in 27 minutes as the Phoenix Suns routed the weary and short-handed Milwaukee Bucks 109-93 on Sunday night. The Suns beat the Bucks in Phoenix for the 24th straight time, the NBA's second-longest active streak behind San Antonio's 27 wins in a row at home over Golden State.

Weary Lakers hold off injury-plagued Warriors

Kobe Bryant scored 26 of his 39 points in a dynamic second half, Pau Gasol added 17 points and 11 rebounds, and the weary Los Angeles Lakers gritted out a 97-90 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Friday night. Matt Barnes had 16 points and six rebounds before fouling out for the Lakers, who won their fifth straight home game while playing their NBA-high ninth game in 13 days.

Curry to seek doctor's opinion on ankle
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry is traveling back to the East Coast for further examination on his surgically repaired, sprained right ankle.

Kings rally to win after firing Westphal (AP)

Tyreke Evans made four free throws in the final minute to finish with 26 points, and Sacramento overcame a 21-point halftime deficit to stun the Milwaukee Bucks 103-100 on Thursday night hours after the Kings fired coach Paul Westphal. Evans hit the go-ahead free throws with 18.1 seconds remaining and followed with two more to make former assistant and Golden State Warriors coach Keith Smart a...

Lakers edge Warriors with Kobe's 39
Kobe Bryant scored 26 of his 39 points in a dynamic second half, Pau Gasol added 17 points and 11 rebounds, and the weary Los Angeles Lakers gritted out a 97-90 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Friday night.

Smart gets another shot with Kings (AP)
Keith Smart spent much of his time during the lockout this summer scribbling notes at home, everything from designing plays to deciding what he'd do differently if he ever got another chance to be an NBA head coach. He never figured that time would come so soon. More than eight months after the Golden State Warriors let his one-and-done contract expire, Smart, the former Indiana guard best...

Kings fire Westphal after 2-5 start (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have fired coach Paul Westphal after two-plus seasons and a 2-5 start so far. President of basketball operations Geoff Petrie made the announcement ahead of the team's home game against Milwaukee on Thursday night. Assistant coach Keith Smart, let go by the Golden State Warriors after one season, will serve as head coach against the Bucks.

Curry injured in Warriors' loss to Spurs (AP)

Tony Parker scored the Spurs' final six points Wednesday night, helping lift San Antonio to a 101-95 victory over the Golden State Warriors. The Spurs were playing their first game without leading scorer Manu Ginobili, who will have surgery on his broken left hand and is expected to be out at least two months.

Warriors officially add undersized PG Robinson

The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent Nate Robinson, adding another flashy but undersized point guard to a backcourt that already features Monta Ellis and Stephen Curry.

Warriors sign free agent G Robinson
The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent Nate Robinson, adding another flashy but undersized point guard to a backcourt that already features Monta Ellis and Stephen Curry.

Report: Warriors, Robinson close to deal
Two people with knowledge of the negotiations say the Golden State Warriors are close to signing guard Nate Robinson, who was released by the Oklahoma City Thunder last month.

Report: Warriors closing in on veteran Robinson

Two people with knowledge of the negotiations say the Golden State Warriors are close to signing guard Nate Robinson, who was released by the Oklahoma City Thunder last month.

Warriors close to signing Nate Robinson (AP)
Two people with knowledge of the negotiations say the Golden State Warriors are close to signing guard Nate Robinson, who was released by the Oklahoma City Thunder last month. The people spoke on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the deal was yet to be finalized or formally announced by Golden State.

Nash scores 13 in 4th, Suns top Warriors (AP)

Steve Nash scored 13 of his game-high 21 points in the fourth quarter and rookie Markieff Morris added 16 points, helping the Phoenix Suns beat the Golden State Warriors 102-91 on Monday. Jared Dudley had 15 points, and Channing Frye and Shannon Brown added 10 each for the Suns, who have won two of three overall and six straight against the Warriors.

Sixers start slow but trounce Ellis-less Warriors

Andre Iguodala had 14 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, Lou Williams added 23 points off the bench and the Philadelphia 76ers overcame a sluggish start to beat the Golden State Warriors 107-79 on Saturday night.

Curry returns but Warriors fall to 76ers (AP)

Andre Iguodala had 14 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, Lou Williams added 23 points off the bench, and the Philadelphia 76ers overcame a sluggish start to beat the Golden State Warriors 107-79 on Saturday night. One night after blowing a 13-point lead in a loss to Utah, Philadelphia fell behind by that same margin before outscoring the Warriors 69-41 over the second and third quarters.

Warriors expect Curry back, Ellis out vs. 76ers

One guard back, another one out.

Warriors' Curry expected back, Ellis out (AP)
The Golden State Warriors will likely have Stephen Curry back but are expected to be without backcourt teammate Monta Ellis when they host the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night. Curry participated in noncontact drills during Friday's practice and says his sprained right ankle should be healthy enough to play against Philadelphia.

Ellis, Warriors cruise by Knicks minus Curry

Monta Ellis shook off a terrible first half to finish with 22 points and eight assists, Brandon Rush added 19 points off the bench and the Golden State Warriors beat the New York Knicks 92-78 on Wednesday night. Playing without injured guard Stephen Curry, the Warriors led by as much as 19 before cruising to their second straight impressive win over an Eastern Conference team.

Warriors G Curry sidelined by sore right ankle

Golden State guard Stephen Curry's sore right ankle will keep him out of Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks.

Warriors G Curry out against Knicks (AP)
Golden State guard Stephen Curry's sore right ankle will keep him out of Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. Curry was injured during Monday's 99-91 win over Chicago when he landed awkwardly on the foot of the Bulls' Kyle Korver. It was the second time in seven days Curry had rolled his ankle, the same one he underwent surgery on during the offseason.

Jackson's first win comes against Bulls (AP)

Stephen Curry had 21 points and 10 assists, Monta Ellis scored 26 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Chicago Bulls 99-91 on Monday, giving rookie coach Mark Jackson his first victory at any level. David Lee added 22 points and seven rebounds and Dominic McGuire made three free throws in the final 47 seconds to seal the win for Golden State.

Paul nets 20 as Clippers rout Warriors in opener

Prize acquisition Chris Paul had 20 points and nine assists in his much-anticipated Clippers debut, Blake Griffin added 22 points and seven rebounds and Los Angeles beat the Golden State Warriors 105-86 on Sunday night to spoil Mark Jackson's opener as a first-time coach. Monta Ellis had 15 points and eight assists after his grandmother's death earlier in the day in Mississippi and David...

Gametrax: Clippers-Warriors
New-look LA opens much-hyped season at Golden State.

Paul set to make Clippers debut (AP)
After making the league's biggest offseason splash in acquiring superstar point guard Chris Paul, things may finally be looking up for the Los Angeles Clippers. With a palpable level of excitement surrounding the team for the first time in a long while, the visiting Clippers open the lockout-shortened season against the Golden State Warriors on Christmas night.

Warriors' Ellis sued for alleged sexual texting

A former Golden State Warriors employee has filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against star guard Monta Ellis, alleging Ellis sent her unwanted texts that included a photo of his genitals.

Warriors' Curry sprains ankle, helped off court

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry sprained his right ankle and had to be helped off the court during the Sacramento Kings' 95-91 preseason victory Tuesday night.

Warriors G Curry sprains ankle (AP)

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry sprained his right ankle and had to be helped off the court during the Sacramento Kings' 95-91 preseason victory Tuesday night. Curry was injured while defending rookie Jimmer Fredette just before halftime. Curry didn't play in the second half and finished with seven points and five assists in 15 minutes.

Rockets sign former UConn star F Adrien (AP)
The Houston Rockets have signed free-agent forward Jeff Adrien. The 6-foot-7 Adrien had been playing in Italy after appearing in 23 games in separate stints with Golden State in 2010-11. Adrien played in 22 games last season for Rio Grande Valley, the Rockets' developmental league affiliate. A former star at Connecticut, Adrien finished his college career with 1,603 points and 1,126.

Warriors waive Tommy Mitchell prior to season - Tommy Mitchell (G) Golden State Warriors
The Warriors have waived Tommy Mitchell.

Warriors waive Edwin Ubiles before season - Edwin Ubiles (F) Golden State Warriors
The Warriors have waived Edwin Ubiles.

Report: Warriors' Curry avoids ligament injury

An MRI Wednesday revealed no ligament damage in Stephen Curry's sprained right ankle, according to a report in the San Jose Mercury News.

Warriors' Ellis sued for alleged sexual texting

The president of the Golden State Warriors is promising to "vigorously defend" the team's reputation after a sexual harassment suit was filed against the franchise and guard Monta Ellis.

Warriors' Ellis sued for explicit texts (AP)
A former Golden State Warriors employee filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against star guard Monta Ellis on Wednesday, alleging Ellis sent her unwanted texts that included a photo of his genitals. In her lawsuit, which also names the team, Erika Ross Smith alleges Ellis began sending her explicit messages several times a day starting in November 2010 while she worked in the team's community...

Report: Ex-employee sues Warriors, Ellis
A former employee of the Golden State Warriors has filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against the team and guard Monta Ellis.

Ex-employee sues Monta Ellis, Warriors
A former Golden State Warriors employee filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against star guard Monta Ellis on Wednesday, alleging Ellis sent her unwanted texts that included a photo of his genitals.

Pacers ship G Rush to Warriors for F Amundson

The Golden State Warriors have completed a trade sending forward Lou Amundson to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for guard Brandon Rush.

Pacers to deal G Rush to Warriors (AP)
The Indiana Pacers will trade guard Brandon Rush to the Golden State Warriors for forward Louis Amundson. The Indianapolis Star first reported the deal. Mark Bartelstein, the agent for both players, confirmed the move on Sunday. Rush averaged 8.9 points and 3.6 rebounds in three seasons for the Pacers.

Pacers to trade Rush for Amundson
The Indiana Pacers will trade guard Brandon Rush to the Golden State Warriors for forward Louis Amundson.

Pacers to trade Rush to Warriors for Amundson

The Indiana Pacers will trade guard Brandon Rush to the Golden State Warriors for forward Louis Amundson.

Fredette has 21 points but Kings fall to Warriors

Stephen Curry had 22 points and six assists, Monta Ellis scored 18 points to go with eight assists and the Golden State Warriors rolled past the short-handed Sacramento Kings 107-96 on Saturday night.

Kings claim ex-Nets F Outlaw off waivers (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have claimed forward Travis Outlaw off waivers under the NBA's new amnesty provision, filling out the frontcourt with another veteran. The Kings announced the move Saturday night before opening the preseason at the Golden State Warriors. The 6-foot-9, 207-pound forward was waived by New Jersey on Wednesday.

Bobcats sign guard Williams to two-year deal

The Bobcats have signed shooting guard Reggie Williams to a two-year contract, the team confirmed on Thursday.

Bobcats ink Reggie Williams for 2 years (AP)
The Bobcats have signed shooting guard Reggie Williams to a two-year contract, the team confirmed on Thursday. Williams, entering his third NBA season, is expected to join the Bobcats today for workouts. Williams had been a restricted free agent but Golden State rescinded his rights in their efforts to sign a center.

Warriors sign former Bobcats forward McGuire

The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent forward Dominic McGuire, giving the team 19 players on the training camp roster.

Warriors sign C Brown to 1-year, $7M contract

The Golden State Warriors have signed free-agent center Kwame Brown to a $7 million, one-year deal.

Brown agrees to one-year deal with Warriors

Free agent center Kwame Brown has agreed to terms on a one-year, $7 million contract with the Golden State Warriors.

Warriors, C Brown agree on 1 year, $7M (AP)
Free agent center Kwame Brown has agreed to terms on a one-year, $7 million contract with the Golden State Warriors. Agent Mark Bartelstein says the offer in Golden State was "too good to pass up." The loss of Brown leaves the Bobcats with a hole at center. Gana Diop, who is coming off a torn Achilles tendon, is the only center on the Bobcats roster.

Kwame Brown, Warriors agree to deal
Free agent center Kwame Brown has agreed to terms on a one-year, $7 million contract with the Golden State Warriors.

Rockets sign first-round selection Marcus Morris

The Houston Rockets have signed first-round pick Marcus Morris and claimed guard Jeremy Lin off waivers from Golden State.

Clippers match Warriors' offer sheet for Jordan

The Clippers matched the four-year, $43 million offer sheet restricted free agent center DeAndre Jordan signed with the Warriors on Sunday afternoon, according to Jordan's agent Greg Lawrence

Clippers match offer sheet for C Jordan (AP)
The Los Angeles Clippers have matched Golden State's four-year, $42.7 million offer for center DeAndre Jordan. The teams announced the move Monday. Golden State signed Jordan to the offer sheet Sunday. As a restricted free agent, the Clippers had three days to decide whether to match the contract. The 6-foot-11 Jordan has emerged as an athletic and promising young center in three years in Los...

Clippers keep Jordan by matching offer
The Los Angeles Clippers have matched Golden State's four-year, $42.7 million offer for center DeAndre Jordan.

Warriors send offer sheet to DeAndre Jordan

The Golden State Warriors will reportedly sign Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan to four-year, $40 million offer sheet on Sunday, according to a report from CSNBayArea.com.

Source: Clippers to match Jordan's offer sheet

The Los Angeles Clippers plan to match the Warriors' offer sheet of four years and $40 million for center DeAndre Jordan, a league source said.

Clippers' Jordan signs offer sheet with Warriors

Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan signed an offer sheet with the Golden State Warriors. It was for four years, $43 million, according to a source.

Source: Clippers to match Jordan's offer sheet

The Los Angeles Clippers plan to match the Warriors' offer sheet of four years and $40 million for center DeAndre Jordan, a league source said.

Warriors sign C Jordan to offer sheet (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have signed center DeAndre Jordan of the Los Angeles Clippers to a restricted free agent offer sheet. The team announced the signing Sunday. A person with knowledge of the negotiations says the offer sheet signed is for a $42.7 million, four-year deal. As a restricted free agent, the Clippers have three days to match the offer.

Source: Clips' Jordan signs Warriors' offer sheet

Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan signed an offer sheet with the Golden State Warriors for four years, $43 million, according to a source.

Hawks ink ex-Golden State forward Radmanovic

The Atlanta Hawks have signed 10-year veteran forward Vladimir Radmanovic, who played last season with Golden State.

Hawks sign veteran F Radmanovic (AP)
The Atlanta Hawks have signed 10-year veteran forward Vladimir Radmanovic, who played last season with Golden State. The 6-foot-10 Radmanovic averaged 5.1 points and 2.9 rebounds in 74 games with the Warriors. He made 40.5 percent of his 3-point shots, ranking 23rd in the league. The deal was announced Friday night by general manager Rick Sund after the Hawks opened training camp.

Report: Warriors' Bell drunk at hearing
Golden State Warriors guard Charlie Bell was briefly held in police custody after showing up legally drunk to a hearing in his drunk driving case, WJRT-TV reported.

Curry 'safe and secure' with Warriors
Stephen Curry woke up Wednesday morning to a flurry of text messages from friends and family back home wondering about the trade talk surrounding the Golden State Warriors point guard.

Sources: Hornets want Gordon or Curry for Paul

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry and Los Angeles Clippers guard Eric Gordon are the two players New Orleans has pursued the hardest in the Hornets' fast-moving search for a workable Chris Paul trade, according to sources close to the talks.

Sources: Chandler to talk with Warriors, 2 more

Dallas Mavericks free agent Tyson Chandler will meet face-to-face this week with officials from the Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets and New Jersey Nets, according to sources close to the situation.

Magic-Thunder, Clips-Warriors added for X-mas

Oklahoma City will host Orlando before Blake Griffin and the Los Angeles Clippers visit Golden State on Christmas night, running the NBA's planned opening-day schedule to five games.

NBA adds 2 games to opening-day slate
Oklahoma City will host Orlando before Blake Griffin and the Los Angeles Clippers visit Golden State on Christmas night, running the NBA's planned opening-day schedule to five games.

Warriors hoping to improve roster (AP)
New Golden State Warriors coach Mark Jackson started to explain his plan for a shortened training camp when general manager Larry Riley's phone rang. "I hope that's a couple of free agents," Jackson joked. Riley laughed, placed the phone back in his coat pocket and whispered that it "wasn't easy" to ignore the call.

Warriors' Jackson visits 49ers' Harbaugh (AP)
New Golden State Warriors coach Mark Jackson can learn from 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh when it comes to preparing for a season in short order because of a lockout. Jackson brought his staff to San Francisco's practice Wednesday and met with Harbaugh before the NFC West-leading Niners (9-2) took the field gearing up for Sunday's game against St.

Smart, Jackson join Kings as assistant coaches

The Sacramento Kings have hired former Golden State Warriors head coach Keith Smart and ex-player Bobby Jackson as assistants under Paul Westphal.

Kings assistants: Smart, Bobby Jackson (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have hired former Golden State Warriors head coach Keith Smart and ex-player Bobby Jackson as assistants under Paul Westphal. Smart was dismissed after going 36-46 in his lone season running the Warriors despite making a 10-game improvement from the previous season. He took over last minute in September 2010 for the NBA's career wins leader, Don Nelson.

Ex-Dial CEO Casper named Suns president (AP)
The former president and CEO of an international consumer goods company that includes what once was the Dial Corp. has been named president of business and non-basketball operations for the Phoenix Suns. Brad Casper was introduced at a news conference Monday by Suns owner Robert Sarver. He replaces Rick Welts, who resigned and last month was named president and CEO of the Golden State Warriors.

Warriors hire former Suns exec. Welts
Rick Welts has found the ideal fit: a new gig in the Bay Area with the Golden State Warriors.

Warriors hire former Suns executive Rick Welts

Rick Welts has found the ideal fit: a new gig in the Bay Area with the Golden State Warriors.

Warriors hire former Suns exec Welts (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have hired Rick Welts as president and chief operating officer, reporting to owners Joe Lacob and Peter Guber and handling the franchise's business operations. The team planned to formally introduce Welts on Tuesday. Welts replaces Robert Rowell, who resigned in June from his position as the club's top executive for business operations.

Warriors plan to retire Mullin's No. 17 in January

Newly enshrined Hall of Famer Chris Mullin will have his No. 17 retired by the Golden State Warriors.

Warriors to retire Mullin's No. 17 (AP)
Newly enshrined Hall of Famer Chris Mullin will have his No. 17 retired by the Golden State Warriors. The ceremony is scheduled for Jan. 20, before the team hosts the Pacers. Mullin, enshrined in the Hall of Fame last month, played his first 12 seasons with Golden State, then three with Indiana before returning to the Warriors for his final season in 2000-01.

Warriors to retire Mullin's No. 17 jersey
Newly enshrined Hall of Famer Chris Mullin will have his No. 17 retired by the Golden State Warriors.

Eric Musselman to coach LA D-League team (AP)
Eric Musselman's basketball career has come full circle back to Southern California. Musselman is the new coach of the Los Angeles D-Fenders, the D-League affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers. The team made the announcement Thursday. Musselman, former Golden State Warriors and Sacramento Kings head coach, has now worked in some capacity for every NBA franchise in California.

Cherokee Parks signs with French team Aubenas - Cherokee Parks (C) Golden State Warriors
Cherokee Parks has signed with the French team Aubenas.

Mullin would work for Warriors again (AP)
Chris Mullin harbors no hard feelings toward the Golden State Warriors, and the Hall of Famer says he would go back to work for them under the new regime if the fit were right. He's not ruling that out, either. Mullin -- set to be enshrined into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame next Friday night -- counts new coach Mark Jackson among his close friends.

Warriors' Law dinged up at basketball tourney

Warriors guard Acie Law got dinged up during a local basketball tournament Sunday.

Cavs to operate D-League team in Canton (AP)
The Cleveland Cavaliers will own and operate an NBA Development League franchise in Canton. The team announced Thursday that it has acquired ownership of the former New Mexico Thunderbirds. The Cavaliers will become the fifth NBA team to run its own D-League team, joining the Lakers, Golden State, Oklahoma City and San Antonio.

Amundson opts to remain with Warriors (AP)

Golden State Warriors forward Lou Amundson has told the team that he is exercising the player option on his contract for next season. The Warriors also announced Thursday that they waived forward Jeff Adrien. Both moves came before the start of the NBA lockout on Friday. Amundson appeared in 46 games for the Warriors last season, averaging 4.3 points and 4.0 rebounds.

Warriors' Bell, Hornets' Jack suspended (AP)
Charlie Bell of the Golden State Warriors and Jarrett Jack of the New Orleans Hornets have each been suspended one game without pay for violating the league's conduct code. The NBA announced Wednesday that Bell was suspended for pleading no contest to reckless driving in California. Jack was suspended for pleading no contest to reckless driving in Georgia.

Warriors' Bell, Hornets' Jack suspended
Charlie Bell of the Golden State Warriors and Jarrett Jack of the New Orleans Hornets have each been suspended one game without pay for violating the league's conduct code.

Warriors buy Dakota Wizards of D-League (AP)

The Golden State Warriors have bought the Dakota Wizards, becoming the fourth NBA team to own and operate its NBA Development League affiliate. Golden State will fully control the team's business and basketball operations beginning with the 2011-12 season. The Warriors will be the sole NBA affiliate of the Wizards.

Mavs acquire G Fernandez from Blazers (AP)

Eventually, Jordan Hamilton or another guy taken late in the first round of this year's NBA draft will blossom into a quality player, perhaps even an All-Star. The Dallas Mavericks don't want to wait. Fresh off their first championship, the Mavericks are determined to stay on top. So they gave up the uncertainty and potential of a draft pick for a known commodity in Portland guard Rudy...

Warriors prez resigns after 16 years with team

Golden State Warriors president Robert Rowell is resigning his position as the club's top executive for business operations.

Warriors GM brushes off Ellis trade talk (AP)

The Golden State Warriors have made some splashy moves already this offseason. Just don't expect another one on draft night. At least that's what general manager Larry Riley predicts. With the trade talk surrounding leading scorer Monta Ellis only growing louder ahead of Thursday night's NBA draft, Riley said he isn't planning to send Ellis anywhere -- at least not yet.

Warriors GM dismisses trade talk ahead of draft

The Golden State Warriors have made some splashy moves already this offseason. Just don't expect another one on draft night.

Warriors GM dismisses trade talk ahead of draft

The Golden State Warriors have made some splashy moves already this offseason. Just don't expect another one on draft night.

Jackson introduced as Warriors coach
Mark Jackson was every bit the bold and boisterous personality on his first day as coach of the Golden State Warriors that he was as a player and a broadcast analyst.

Jackson introduced, eyes playoffs for Warriors

Mark Jackson was every bit the bold and boisterous personality on his first day as coach of the Golden State Warriors that he was as a player and a broadcast analyst.

Hornets asst. Malone to join Warriors (AP)
Hornets head coach Monty Williams says assistant Mike Malone is leaving to join Mark Jackson's new staff with the Golden State Warriors. Malone has spent one season with the Hornets, joining the club shortly after Williams was hired for his first head coaching job last year. Before coming to New Orleans, Malone built a reputation as a top defensive coach with Cleveland, where he was then-head...

Jackson expects Warriors in playoffs in 2011-12

First-time coach Mark Jackson has a bold prediction for his first season with the Golden State Warriors.

Jackson: Warriors in playoffs next year (AP)

First-time coach Mark Jackson fully expects the Golden State Warriors to be in the playoffs next season. Speaking before Game 4 of the NBA finals Tuesday night, Jackson said to "put it in bold letters" that the Warriors are going to be a playoff team next season. He says he wouldn't have taken the job if that wasn't his anticipation.

Hornets' Malone joins Jacksons' Warriors staff

New Golden State Warriors coach Mark Jackson will have one of the NBA's top assistants on the bench with him next season.

Sources: 76ers, Warriors in Iguodala-Ellis talks

The Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers have discussed a trade that would send the Warriors' leading scorer, Monta Ellis, to the 76ers for Andre Iguodala, according to league sources.

Warriors hire Mark Jackson as coach (AP)
Mark Jackson's leadership skills as a player more than outweighed his lack of coaching experience when it came time for the Golden State Warriors to hire their coach. The Warriors hired Jackson to replace Keith Smart on Monday, giving the former point guard and television analyst his first chance to be a head coach on the game's biggest stage.

Warriors tab Mark Jackson as team's new coach

Former NBA player and current ESPN broadcaster Mark Jackson has been named the new head coach of the Golden State Warriors.

Warriors hire analyst Jackson as coach
The Golden State Warriors have hired television analyst Mark Jackson as their new head coach.

Warriors G Curry had surgery on right ankle

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry had surgery on his right ankle but is expected to be ready by training camp in the fall.

Warriors G Curry has right ankle surgery (AP)
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry had surgery on his right ankle but is expected to be ready by training camp in the fall. The Warriors said Wednesday the surgery was performed by Dr. Bob Anderson in Charlotte, N.C. Curry missed eight games last season because of multiple sprains on his right ankle.

Ellis sports new tattoo
I have no words or witty banter to describe this new tattoo Golden State Warriors guard Monta Ellis got blasted on his chest.

Warriors' West says he's more than 'figurehead'

Jerry West says he will be more than just a "figurehead" in his new role as an adviser to the Golden State Warriors and a member of the team's executive board.

Ex-Laker great West joins Warriors front office

The Golden State Warriors have hired Jerry West to join the franchise's front office in an advisory role and be a member of the executive board.

Jerry West joins Warriors front office (AP)

The Golden State Warriors have hired Jerry West to join the franchise's front office in an advisory role and be a member of the executive board. The Warriors announced Friday that West will work with the basketball operations staff and the business arm of the team. He will report directly to owners Joe Lacob and Peter Guber.

West joins Warriors as adviser
The Golden State Warriors have hired Jerry West to join the franchise's front office in an advisory role and be a member of the executive board.

Sources: Warriors eyeing Brown, Mavs' Casey

Former Cleveland Cavaliers coach Mike Brown and Dallas Mavericks assistant coach Dwane Casey will receive two of the first interviews that the Golden State Warriors conduct in their search to replace Keith Smart, according to sources close to the process.

Warriors' Curry wins sportsmanship award
Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors has won the Joe Dumars Trophy presented to the NBA player who best exemplifies sportsmanship.

Warriors' Curry wins NBA sportsmanship award

Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors has won the Joe Dumars Trophy presented to the NBA player who best exemplifies sportsmanship.

Warriors' Curry wins sportsmanship award (AP)

Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors has won the Joe Dumars Trophy presented to the NBA player who best exemplifies sportsmanship. Curry received 88 of a possible 347 first-place votes from fellow players. Luol Deng of the Chicago Bulls was second with 84 votes and Portland's LaMarcus Aldridge was third with 56.

Wife of Golden State Warriors' Charlie Bell charged with assaulting him, report says

The wife of Golden State Warriors guard Charlie Bell was arrested and changed with assaulting her husband, Mlive.com reported Monday.

Keith Smart out as Golden State Warriors coach

Keith Smart is out as the Golden State Warriors coach after one season.

Warriors coach Smart out after 1 season (AP)
Keith Smart is out as the Golden State Warriors coach after one season. The Warriors announced Wednesday that Smart's option for next season will not be picked up. A coaching search is set to begin immediately. Smart spent seven years as an assistant with Golden State before he replaced the ousted Don Nelson just before training camp.

Warriors won't pick up Smart's option
Keith Smart is out as the Golden State Warriors coach after one season.

Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob plans sees Bob Myers as next general manager

New Golden State Warriors co-owner Joe Lacob knows how he wants his management team and basketball operations staff structured for the future. His coach is another matter.

Warriors to meet with coach Smart (AP)
New Golden State Warriors co-owner Joe Lacob knows how he wants his management team and basketball operations staff structured for the future. His coach is another matter. Lacob said Friday that his plan is to have Bob Myers succeed GM Larry Riley in the next few seasons, although nothing has been promised.

Golden State Warriors GM Larry Riley gets vote of confidence from new owners

New Warriors owners Joe Lacob and Peter Guber have given general manager Larry Riley a vote of confidence.

Warriors GM Riley to stay put (AP)
New Golden State Warriors owners Joe Lacob and Peter Guber have given general manager Larry Riley a vote of confidence. The club announced Thursday that Riley would stay put on a multiyear deal in his current position as GM and executive vice president of basketball operations, while Bob Myers was hired as the team's new assistant GM and vice president of basketball operations.

Monta Ellis of Golden State Warriors suffered concussion in hard fall

Warriors guard Monta Ellis has been diagnosed with a concussion from a hard fall on his head in Sunday night's 104-103 loss to the Kings.

Nine in double digits as Nuggets rout Warriors

J.R. Smith's 22 points led nine Nuggets in double figures and Kosta Koufos tied his career high with 18 points in Denver's 134-111 win over Golden State on Monday night.

Nuggets clinch 5th seed with 50th win (AP)

J.R. Smith's 22 points led nine Nuggets in double figures and Kosta Koufos tied his career high with 18 points in Denver's 134-111 win over Golden State on Monday night. The injury-riddled Nuggets reached 50 wins for the fourth straight season and clinched the fifth seed in the Western Conference.

Arron Afflalo, Chris Andersen on the mend for Denver Nuggets

Forward Arron Afflalo returned to the Denver Nuggets' lineup Monday night against Golden State.

Ellis out with concussion
Golden State Warriors guard Monta Ellis has been diagnosed with a concussion from a hard fall on his head in Sunday night's 104-103 loss to the Sacramento Kings.

Warriors G Ellis hospitalized after fall (AP)
Golden State Warriors guard Monta Ellis was sent to the hospital for further examination following a hard fall on his head in Sunday night's 104-103 loss to the Sacramento Kings. A Warriors spokesman said Ellis will not travel with the team for Monday's game at Denver, marking the first game he will miss all season.

Thornton helps Kings rally past Warriors (AP)

Marcus Thornton scored 21 points and made several big shots late to lead the Sacramento Kings rally to a 104-103 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night. Thornton's jumper with 12.6 seconds remaining put the Kings ahead by four and sealed the victory, snapping Sacramento's two-game losing streak.

Thornton lifts Kings to tight win against Warriors

Marcus Thornton scored 21 points and made several big shots late to lead the Sacramento Kings to a 104-103 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night.

Warriors G Ellis hospitalized after fall
Golden State Warriors guard Monta Ellis was sent to the hospital for further examination following a hard fall on his head in Sunday night's 104-103 loss to the Sacramento Kings.

Golden State Warriors SG Acie Law has surgery to repair right wrist

Golden State Warriors shooting guard Acie Law is recovering after surgery to remove bone spurs in his injured right wrist.

Warriors get by suddenly sluggish Lakers (AP)

That remarkable start after the All-Star break for the Los Angeles Lakers suddenly seems like a distant memory. Monta Ellis scored 26 points, David Lee had 22 points and 17 rebounds, and the Golden State Warriors held on to beat the sluggish Lakers 95-87 on Wednesday night. The Lakers looked awful in defeat for the second straight night against an inferior opponent and third game overall.

Blazers nab playoff spot despite loss to Warriors

David Lee had 29 points and a season-high 20 rebounds and the Golden State Warriors beat the Trail Blazers 108-87 on Tuesday night.

Injury-plagued Blazers make playoffs (AP)
The perpetually promising Portland Trail Blazers are back in the NBA playoffs despite another season of untimely injuries. Portland claimed its playoff berth on Tuesday night with a whimper: Houston's loss to Sacramento clinched a spot for the Blazers, who were then routed 108-87 by the Golden State Warriors.

Blazers clinch playoff spot despite loss (AP)

David Lee had 29 points and a season-high 20 rebounds and the Golden State Warriors beat the Trail Blazers 108-87 on Tuesday night, tempering the celebration as Portland secured a playoff spot. Monta Ellis added 30 points for the Warriors, who led by as many as 26 points. LaMarcus Aldridge had 17 points and 12 rebounds for the Blazers, who saw their eight-game winning streak at the Rose Garden end.

Rodman, Mullin headline HOF class
Rebounding specialist Dennis Rodman and longtime Golden State Warriors sharpshooter Chris Mullin headlined the 2011 Basketball Hall of Fame class, which was announced Monday in Houston ahead of the national championship game between UConn and Butler.

Mullin reportedly elected to Hall of Fame - Chris Mullin (F) Golden State Warriors
Chris Mullin and Maurice Cheeks have reportedly also been elected to the Hall of Fame.

Ellis helps Warriors defeat Mavs, avoid sweep

Monta Ellis had 32 points, David Lee added 16 and the Golden State Warriors beat Dallas 99-92 on Saturday night to deliver a big blow to the Mavericks' chances of moving up to second in the Western Conference.

Warriors blow past Mavs in second half
Monta Ellis had 32 points, David Lee added 16 and the Golden State Warriors beat Dallas 99-92 on Saturday night to deliver a big blow to the Mavericks' chances of moving up to second in the Western Conference.

Mavs lose ground for No. 2 spot in West (AP)

Any chance the Dallas Mavericks had of moving up to second in the Western Conference playoff race is likely over. They can thank Monta Ellis for that. Ellis shook off pain in his strained right ankle to score 32 points, and the Golden State Warriors beat Dallas 99-92 on Saturday night to deliver a crushing blow to the Mavericks' chances of improving their playoff seeding.

Grizzlies roll, clinch winning season (AP)

Tony Allen scored 21 points and helped reverse Memphis' lackadaisical first-half effort in the Grizzlies' 110-91 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. Allen added eight rebounds and four assists as Memphis not only won its fifth straight at home, but assured the Grizzlies (42-33) of their first winning season since 2005-06, the last time the team made the playoffs.

Durant nets 39 as Thunder edge Warriors in OT

Kevin Durant scored 39 points, Russell Westbrook hit the winning free throw with 11.4 seconds left in overtime and the Oklahoma City Thunder finished their longest homestand of the season with a 115-114 victory against the Golden State Warriors.

Durant, Westbrook lift Thunder in OT (AP)

Ellis' 37 and 13 assists power Warriors (AP)

Monta Ellis had 37 points and 13 assists, leading the Golden State Warriors past the road-weary Washington Wizards, 114-104 on Sunday night. Ellis played the entire game and added seven rebounds, and David Lee had a season-high 33 points to help the Warriors to their second straight victory. Ellis was three rebounds short of his first career triple-double entering the fourth quarter and never came...

Chandler, Nuggets top Duncan-less Spurs (AP)

Wilson Chandler hit a go-ahead jumper with 29.3 seconds remaining and the Denver Nuggets beat the San Antonio Spurs 115-112 Wednesday night. The Spurs were playing their first game since losing Tim Duncan indefinitely to a left ankle sprain in Monday night's night win over Golden State. Rookie center Tiago Splitter got the start in place of Duncan and had a quiet night, scoring 4 points and...

Hayes' first triple-double lifts Rockets (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 34 points, Chuck Hayes got his first career triple-double and the Houston Rockets beat the Golden State Warriors 131-112 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory. Hayes had 14 rebounds, 13 points and 11 assists for the Rockets, who remained two games behind Memphis for the final playoff spot in the Western Conference.

Duncan sprains ankle as Spurs wallop Warriors

Manu Ginobili scored 28 points and the San Antonio Spurs got a scare when Tim Duncan sprained his left ankle in a 111-96 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night.

Duncan sprains ankle but Spurs win (AP)

Manu Ginobili scored 28 points and the San Antonio Spurs got a scare when Tim Duncan sprained his left ankle in a 111-96 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night. X-rays on Duncan's foot were negative. The injury looked potentially serious as Duncan lay on his side, clutching his foot with both hands, for more than a minute.

Tim Duncan of San Antonio Spurs leaves game with sprained left ankle

San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan sprained his left ankle Monday night against Golden State after coming down awkwardly on the foot.

Duncan leaves with sprained left ankle (AP)
Spurs forward Tim Duncan sprained his left ankle Monday night against Golden State after coming down awkwardly on the foot. X-rays were negative. Duncan did not return. The 34-year-old All-Star fell and immediately reached for his left foot after hitting a short jumper early in the first quarter. He lay on his side, clutching his foot with both hands, for more than a minute before being helped into...

Duncan injures ankle in Spurs' victory
Manu Ginobili scored 28 points and the San Antonio Spurs got a scare when Tim Duncan sprained his left ankle in a 111-96 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night.

Mavs get Stojakovic back, rout Warriors (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki scored 20 points, Peja Stojakovic added 17, and Dallas Mavericks got back on track with a 101-73 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night. Stojakovic returned from a six-game absence due to a stiff neck and went 5 for 8 from behind the 3-point arc to give the Mavs a long-distance threat they've been missing.

Mavs F Marion out with sprained wrist (AP)
Forward Shawn Marion missed the Mavericks' game against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday with a sprained right wrist. Marion was hurt Friday against San Antonio when his hand banged into teammate Rodrigue Beaubois' hand while trying to block a shot by Tony Parker. Marion has been receiving treatment and is wearing a wrist brace.

Suns' Brooks banned for ball toss at ref (AP)
Phoenix Suns guard Aaron Brooks has been suspended for one game for throwing a ball at an official. The NBA announced Brooks' suspension Sunday about an hour before Phoenix's road game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Brooks struck an official in the leg with the ball midway through the fourth quarter of the Suns' 108-97 victory over Golden State on Friday night.

Frye returns to help Suns end skid at 4 (AP)

Channing Frye scored 17 points in his return from a dislocated right shoulder, and the Phoenix Suns beat the Golden State Warriors 108-97 on Friday night to stop a four-game losing streak. Though 11th in the Western Conference, Phoenix (34-33) pulled within two games of Memphis for the eighth and final playoff spot.

Mavs rally from 18 down, defeat Warriors (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki had 34 points and 13 rebounds, and the Dallas Mavericks rallied from 18 points down to beat the Golden State Warriors 112-106 on Wednesday night. Jason Terry scored 19 points and Rodrigue Beaubois had 18 to help the Mavericks score 15 consecutive points in the fourth quarter and pull away for the victory.

Golden State Warriors' Andris Biedrins (ankle sprain) to skip road trip

Warriors starting center Andris Biedrins is not traveling with the team on its four-game road trip while he recovers from a severely sprained left ankle.

Warriors C Biedrins to miss road trip (AP)
Golden State Warriors starting center Andris Biedrins is not traveling with the team on its four-game road trip while he recovers from a severely sprained left ankle. The Warriors said Thursday night that an MRI on Biedrins' ankle confirmed the extent of the injury. He will be re-evaluated when Golden State returns from its road trip late next week.

Dirk drops 34 as Mavericks rally past Warriors

Dirk Nowitzki had 34 points and 13 rebounds, and the Dallas Mavericks rallied from 18 points down to beat the Golden State Warriors 112-106 on Wednesday night.

Dajuan Wagner talking NBA comeback - Dajuan Wagner (G) Golden State Warriors
Dajuan Wagner, the No. 6 overall pick of the 2002 NBA Draft, says he's planning to make one final attempt at a comeback in the NBA.

Thornton's career-high 42 lift Kings (AP)

Marcus Thornton and Samuel Dalembert had career scoring nights with 42 and 27 points and the Kings beat the Golden State Warriors 129-119 Monday night in what might have been the final meeting ever in Sacramento between the Northern California rivals. DeMarcus Cousins added 15 as the Kings had their second-highest scoring game of the season and shot 57 percent to win for just the second time in...

Love's double-double streak ends at 53 (AP)

Stephen Curry had 24 points and nine rebounds, and the Golden State Warriors ended Kevin Love's four-month run of consecutive double-doubles in a 100-77 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night. Monta Ellis and Dorell Wright added 16 points apiece for Golden State, which has already won four more games under first-year coach Keith Smart than it did last season.

Warriors end Love's streak at 53 games
Stephen Curry had 24 points and nine rebounds, and the Golden State Warriors ended Kevin Love's four-month run of consecutive double-doubles in a 100-77 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night.

Down 21, Warriors stun Magic in OT (AP)

Monta Ellis had 39 points and 11 assists, Dorell Wright scored 32 points and the Golden State Warriors came back from 21 points down to stun the Orlando Magic 123-120 in overtime Friday night. Stephen Curry added 22 points and 12 assists, and the Warriors made a franchise-record 21 3-pointers to highlight a furious second-half push that toppled the Magic in thrilling fashion.

Warriors go wild from deep to beat Magic
Monta Ellis had 39 points and 11 assists, Dorell Wright scored 32 points and the Golden State Warriors came back from 21 points down to stun the Orlando Magic 123-120 in overtime Friday night.

Orlando Magic G J.J. Redick day to day with adbomen strain

Orlando Magic reserve shooting guard J.J. Redick was sidelined against the Golden State Warriors after straining a muscle in his lower abdomen during the morning shootaround.

Lopez, Nets notch first 3-win streak in 2 years

Brook Lopez had 26 points and 10 rebounds, and made two clinching free throws with 3.3 seconds left as the New Jersey Nets beat the Golden State Warriors 94-90 on Wednesday night for their first three-game winning streak in two years.

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

Nets to push back tip-off times to combat empty seats
The Nets, who host the Golden State Warriors at 7 p.m. local time Wednesday night, were pushing through plans for later start times to combat late arrivals at games.

Ellis, Curry combine to propel Warriors by Cavs

Monta Ellis made a career-high six 3-pointers -- all in the second half -- and scored 24 points, and Stephen Curry added 23 points, sending the Golden State Warriors to a 95-85 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night.

Ellis makes 6 3s as Warriors beat Cavs (AP)

Iguodala racks up another triple-double
Andre Iguodala had his second straight triple-double with 15 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists to help the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Golden State Warriors 125-117 in overtime on Sunday night.

Iguodala nets another triple-double (AP)

Andre Iguodala had his second straight triple-double with 15 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists to help the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Golden State Warriors 125-117 in overtime on Sunday night. Iguodala had 22 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds Friday in a win over Minnesota. He fed Evan Turner for a dunk late in OT to earn his third triple-double of the season.

Allen, Celtics hold off late rally by Ellis, Warriors

Ray Allen scored 27 points and pulled down a crucial offensive rebound with 12 seconds remaining to help the Boston Celtics hold off Monta Ellis and the Golden State Warriors 107-103 on Friday night. Paul Pierce also scored 27 for the Celtics, who let an 18-point lead slip to just one late in the fourth quarter and struggled to put away the pesky Warriors.

Golden State Warriors sign former Washington Wizards forward Al Thornton

The Warriors have signed free-agent forward Al Thornton after he was released by the Wizards earlier this week.

Warriors sign former Wizards F Thornton (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent forward Al Thornton after he was released by the Washington Wizards earlier this week. Golden State said Thursday that Thornton was expected to join the Warriors before Friday night's game with the Celtics in Boston. The 27-year-old Thornton averaged 8.0 points, 3.2 rebounds and 21.8 minutes in 49 games this season for Washington.

Warriors hold off Wizards, snap skid (AP)

Golden State built a 20-point lead by the third quarter Wednesday night, then seemed to take it easy and very nearly paid the price. The Warriors withstood a furious rally by the Washington Wizards for a 106-102 victory that wasn't sealed until Stephen Curry hit three free throws in the final 5.9 seconds.

Saunders to miss game against Warriors
Washington coach Flip Saunders will miss the Wizards' game Wednesday against Golden State to address ''a family emergency involving his mother.''

Flip Saunders of Washington Wizards to miss game for family emergency

Washington coach Flip Saunders will miss the Wizards' game Wednesday against Golden State to address "a family emergency involving his mother."

Wizards coach Saunders to miss game (AP)
Washington coach Flip Saunders will miss the Wizards' game Wednesday against Golden State to address "a family emergency involving his mother." Assistant coach Randy Wittman will lead the team in Saunders' absence. Wittman also served as head coach when Saunders missed a game for the same reason on Dec.

Murphy agrees to deal with Celtics
Danny Ainge and the Celtics came to an agreement Wednesday with veteran big man Troy Murphy, adding the 30-year-old big man in free agency after he'd been bought out by the Golden State Warriors.

Murphy agrees to deal with Celtics
Danny Ainge and the Celtics came to an agreement Wednesday with veteran big man Troy Murphy, adding the 30-year-old big man in free agency after he'd been bought out by the Golden State Warriors.

Granger, Pacers hand Warriors 4th straight loss

Danny Granger scored 27 points, hitting all 16 free throws, and the Indiana Pacers held off the Golden State Warriors, 109-100 on Tuesday night.

Granger has 27, Pacers hold off Warriors (AP)

Danny Granger scored 27 points, hitting all 16 free throws, and the Indiana Pacers held off the Golden State Warriors, 109-100 on Tuesday night. Darren Collison scored 11 points for Indiana, eight in the third quarter, when the Pacers outscored Golden State 37-26 to turn a three-point deficit into a nine-point lead.

F Al Thornton bought out by Washington Wizards; could be picked up by Golden State Warriors

Al Thornton has reached a buyout agreement with the Washington Wizards and is headed to the Golden State Warriors as long as he clears waivers later this week, sources briefed on Thornton's plans told ESPN.com's Marc Stein.

Report: F Murphy decides to join Celtics (AP)
Free-agent forward Troy Murphy has decided to join the Boston Celtics over the Miami Heat, ESPN.com reported on Tuesday. Murphy, 30, was traded from the New Jersey Nets to the Golden State Warriors last week, but was then bought out of his contract. Once a free agent, he spent the next few days mulling several offers, most notably from Boston and Miami.

Sources: Golden State Warriors buy out Troy Murphy; contenders show interest

The Miami Heat and Boston Celtics have emerged as the leaders to sign forward Troy Murphy, sources close to the situation told ESPN.com.

Knicks waive injured G Azubuike (AP)
The New York Knicks have waived guard Kelenna Azubuike, who never played for the team while recovering from major knee surgery. Azubuike was acquired from Golden State on July 9 in the sign-and-trade deal that sent David Lee to the Warriors. He was expected to be ready early in the season after missing the last 73 games in 2009-10, but never got into a game despite saying recently he believed he...

Warriors agree to buyout with Murphy
The Golden State Warriors have reached a buyout agreement with Troy Murphy and placed him on waivers.

Warriors, Murphy reach buyout agreement (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have reached a buyout agreement with Troy Murphy and placed him on waivers. The move announced Monday had been expected since the Warriors acquired Murphy and a second-round draft pick in a trade last week that sent Brandan Wright and Dan Gadzuric to New Jersey. The 6-foot-11, 245-pound Murphy will likely draw strong interest from playoff teams who are looking for another...

T-wolves snap seven-game losing streak
A day after a frank discussion in which players and coaches vented about their frustrating season, the Timberwolves showed some rare determination and ended a seven-game skid with a 126-123 victory over the struggling Golden State Warriors on Sunday.

Love has 37 and 23, Wolves end skid at 7 (AP)

Kevin Love had 37 points and 23 rebounds to extend his NBA-leading double-double streak to 46 games, and the Minnesota Timberwolves snapped a seven-game skid with a 126-123 victory over the struggling Golden State Warriors on Sunday. Love had his fourth 30-point, 20-rebound game of the season as the Timberwolves overcame a 14-point deficit and avoided extending their longest losing streak of a...

Love (37-23) helps Wolves hold off Warriors run

Josh Smith scored 26 points, Al Horford had 22 points and 12 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Golden State Warriors 95-79 on Friday night. Joe Johnson added 12 points, five rebounds and five assists for the Hawks (35-23), who snapped a three-game losing streak and won for the first time since the All-Star break.

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

Warriors, Nets talking deal for Murphy (AP)
The Nets and Warriors have a deal in place that would send Brandan Wright and Dan Gadzuric to New Jersey for Troy Murphy and a 2012 second-round pick, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person, who spoke on condition of anonymity because Golden State was expected to wait until Thursday's NBA trade deadline in case there was an offer for more draft...

Celtics end 6-game skid at Golden State (AP)

So much for an All-Star hangover. Kevin Garnett and Rajon Rondo each came close to a triple-double, and the Boston Celtics picked up right where they left off before the break with an easy 115-93 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. "You lose the first game, you kind of lose your momentum and then you're battling uphill," said Celtics forward Paul Pierce, who added...

Golden State Warriors G Stephen Curry tops Oklahoma City Thunder G Russell Westbrook in All Star Skills Challenge

Golden State's Stephen Curry beat Oklahoma City's Russell Westbrook in the final round to win the Skills Challenge early on All-Star Saturday at Staples Center.

Warriors' Curry wins Skills Challenge (AP)
Golden State's Stephen Curry beat Oklahoma City's Russell Westbrook in the final round to win the Skills Challenge early on All-Star Saturday at Staples Center. A three-person team from Atlanta won the Shooting Stars competition in the first event at the NBA All-Star weekend's silly Saturday.

Warriors' Curry wins Skills Challenge
Golden State's Stephen Curry beat Oklahoma City's Russell Westbrook in the final round to win the Skills Challenge early on All-Star Saturday at Staples Center.

Rose, Wall voted into Skills Challenge (AP)
Stephen Curry of Golden State, Derrick Rose of Chicago, John Wall of Washington and Russell Westbrook of Oklahoma City were selected in fan voting to compete against New Orleans point guard Chris Paul in the NBA Skills Challenge on Saturday. Fans had four weeks to vote online for players eligible through the "choose your squad" program.

Rose, Wall voted into Skills Challenge
Stephen Curry of Golden State, Derrick Rose of Chicago, John Wall of Washington and Russell Westbrook of Oklahoma City were selected in fan voting to compete against New Orleans point guard Chris Paul in the NBA Skills Challenge on Saturday.

Warriors come from 15 down, beat Hornets (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 21 points and Dorell Wright added 16 to help the Golden State Warriors overcome an early 15-point deficit to beat the New Orleans Hornets 102-89 on Tuesday night. David Lee also scored 16 points and Stephen Curry had 14 and eight assists for the Warriors, who have won six of eight games.

Warriors keep Jazz winless under Corbin (AP)

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

Ellis scores 35 as Warriors add to Jazz's woes

Monta Ellis scored 35 points to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 107-100 victory Wednesday night over Utah to keep new Jazz head coach Ty Corbin winless since Jerry Sloan retired.

Banged-up Utah Jazz without Andrei Kirilenko vs. Golden State Warriors

The Utah Jazz will be without forward Andrei Kirilenko and guards Raja Bell and Ronnie Price for Wednesday night's game against Golden State.

Utah Jazz's Andrei Kirilenko out vs. Phoenix Suns with sprained ankle

Jazz forward Andrei Kirilenko has been ruled out for Tuesday night's game at Phoenix because of a sprained right ankle and listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against Golden State.

Ellis scores 32 as Warriors top Thunder (AP)

Monta Ellis had 32 points, David Lee added 23 points and a season-high 19 rebounds and Golden State led the entire fourth quarter on its way to a 100-94 win over Oklahoma City on Sunday night. Stephen Curry scored 23 points and had a season-high 13 assists to lead the Warriors to their sixth win in seven games.

Ellis, Warriors top Billups-less Nuggets (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 37 points, Dorell Wright had 23 points and 11 rebounds and the Golden State Warriors beat the short-handed Denver Nuggets 116-114 on Wednesday night. David Lee had 16 points and 12 rebounds, Wright added eight assists and the Warriors closed out their longest home stretch of the season in style.

Nash, Suns run by Warriors; get back to .500

Three days after his 37th birthday, Steve Nash had 18 points and 11 assists, then sat out the fourth quarter on Thursday night and watched Phoenix complete a 112-88 rout of the Golden State Warriors, the Suns' most one-sided win this season.

Nash, Suns cruise to season-best rout (AP)

Ellis scores 37, outdoes Melo as Warriors win

Monta Ellis scored 37 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the short-handed Denver Nuggets 116-114 on Wednesday night.

Denver Nuggets G Chauncey Billups (knee) sits out vs. Golden State Warriors

Denver Nuggets point guard Chauncey Billups sat out Wednesday night against the Golden State Warriors with a strained left knee but is hopeful he won't miss any more time.

Suns catch fire from outside to scorch Warriors

Steve Nash had 14 points and 15 assists, leading the Phoenix Suns to a 104-92 victory over the Golden State Warriors on his 37th birthday Monday night.

Suns build big lead, cruise by Warriors (AP)

Steve Nash had 14 points and 15 assists, leading the Phoenix Suns to a 104-92 victory over the Golden State Warriors on his 37th birthday Monday night. Channing Frye had 19 points and 11 rebounds, and Grant Hill scored 18 to help the Suns build a 23-point lead and hold on late. They made 13 3-pointers and shot 43 percent from the floor.

Warriors smother Rose, end Bulls' streak (AP)

Stephen Curry sat in on the coaches meeting Friday, studying, planning and preparing to do something few others have done this season: Stop Derrick Rose. The game plan worked to near perfection. Monta Ellis scored 33 points, Curry had 23 and the Golden State Warriors smothered Rose defensively to snap Chicago's six-game wining streak with a 101-90 victory over the Bulls on Saturday night.

Golden State Warriors' Charlie Bell arrested on suspicion of drunken driving

Golden State Warriors guard Charlie Bell has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving.

Warriors' Bell arrested on suspected DUI (AP)
Golden State Warriors guard Charlie Bell has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving. The team said Saturday that it informed the NBA that Bell was arrested early Friday in Oakland. Bell said in a statement released by the team that he is cooperating with law enforcement officials and won't comment further.

Ellis, late burst lead Warriors past sliding Bucks

Monta Ellis and Stephen Curry combined for 15 points in the final 4:38, and the Golden State Warriors rallied to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 100-94 on Thursday night.

Ellis helps Warriors rally past Bucks (AP)

Monta Ellis and Stephen Curry combined for 15 points in the final 4:38 and the Golden State Warriors rallied to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 100-94 Thursday night. Ellis hit a jumper with 17.3 seconds left to put the Warriors up by four. He scored 24 points to lead Golden State, which won its second straight after a four-game losing streak.

Warriors snap skid against undermanned Jazz

Stephen Curry had 27 points and seven assists and the Golden State Warriors overcame scoring leader Monta Ellis' horrendous shooting performance to beat the undermanned Utah Jazz 96-81 on Sunday night to snap a four-game losing streak.

Warriors snap skid, rip undermanned Jazz (AP)

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

Jackson helps Bobcats rally by Warriors in OT

Stephen Jackson scored 31 points, including a tying 3-pointer in the final second of regulation, and the Charlotte Bobcats rallied for 121-113 overtime victory against the Golden State Warriors on Friday night.

Hornets tie team-record win streak at 10 (AP)

Chris Paul had 18 points and 17 assists, and the New Orleans Hornets matched a franchise record with their 10th consecutive victory, beating the Golden State Warriors 112-103 on Wednesday night. David West added 22 points as New Orleans kicked off a three-game West Coast trip by equaling the club's longest unbeaten run, also produced from Feb.

Hornets match franchise win streak
Chris Paul had 18 points and 17 assists, and the New Orleans Hornets matched a franchise record with their 10th consecutive victory, beating the Golden State Warriors 112-103 on Wednesday night.

Paul has double-double, Hornets win 10th in row

Manu Ginobili had 20 points and seven assists, and the San Antonio Spurs endured Tim Duncan's brief injury scare before beating the Golden State Warriors 113-102 on Monday night. Duncan went down with a left knee injury in the second quarter that had the entire Spurs bench stunned and shaken. He returned to finish with 16 points and seven rebounds, helping San Antonio rebound from a loss to New...

Clips without top scorer Gordon vs. Mavs (AP)
The Los Angeles Clippers played without leading scorer Eric Gordon against the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night. Gordon sprained his right wrist Saturday night in a victory over Golden State. He is averaging 24.1 points, eighth-best in the NBA. Coach Vinny Del Negro said Randy Foye would start in Gordon's place.

Tim Duncan of San Antonio Spurs returns for second half after injuring left knee

San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan has left a game against the Golden State Warriors with a left knee injury. The extent of the injury was not immediately known.

Nets fall to Ellis, Warriors as skid reaches six

Monta Ellis had 26 points and nine assists to help the Golden State Warriors beat the New Jersey Nets for the sixth straight time, 109-100 on Monday.

Bryant, Odom rally Lakers past Warriors (AP)

Kobe Bryant had all of about six minutes left when he decided to finally take over. For him, it was plenty of time. Bryant scored 17 of his 39 points in the final 5:49 and the sluggish Los Angeles Lakers rallied late to beat the Golden State Warriors 115-110 on Wednesday night for their sixth straight victory.

Warriors' Ellis recovering from flu
Golden State Warriors shooting guard Monta Ellis is recovering from flulike symptoms and will be a game-time decision against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night.

Monta Ellis of Golden State Warriors recovering from flulike symptoms

Golden State Warriors shooting guard Monta Ellis is recovering from flulike symptoms and will be a game-time decision against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night.

Clippers have no problem with Warriors
Eric Gordon scored 25 points, Blake Griffin had 23 points and 12 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Golden State Warriors 105-91 Sunday for their seventh win in 10 games.

Cavs' Varejao likely done for season (AP)
Cavaliers center Anderson Varejao will likely miss the rest of the season because of a torn tendon in his right ankle. Varejao got hurt during practice on Thursday, and was placed in a walking boot. He missed Friday's game against Golden State before undergoing a second MRI in Phoenix. The Cavs said Sunday's test revealed "a complete tear of the peroneus longus in the midfoot of the...

Griffin's 23rd double-double keys Clippers' win

Eric Gordon scored 25 points, Blake Griffin had 23 points and 12 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Golden State Warriors 105-91 Sunday for their seventh win in 10 games. Baron Davis had 17 points and 11 assists for the Clippers, who have roared to life after a 5-21 start to the season. Los Angeles easily beat the Warriors with the inside-outside punch of Griffin and Gordon, who scored...

Ellis rallies Warriors by Hornets (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 29 points and the Golden State Warriors rallied to beat the New Orleans Hornets 110-103 on Wednesday night. The Warriors, who faded badly in the second half of losses to Miami and Orlando before traveling to New Orleans, turned that trend around. Trailing 82-72 after three quarters, they went on a 27-7 run in the first 7 minutes of the fourth to go ahead 99-89, then hit their...

Magic gets rolling in second half to rout Warriors

Hedo Turkoglu had 10 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists and Dwight Howard added 22 points and 17 rebounds, leading the Orlando Magic to a 110-90 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night.

Turkoglu nets triple-double in Magic win (AP)
Hedo Turkoglu had 10 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists and Dwight Howard added 22 points and 17 rebounds, leading the Orlando Magic to a 110-90 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night. Jason Richardson scored 20 points for the Magic, who had 76 points in the second half after trailing 53-44 at halftime.

Bobcats lose C Diop for season (AP)
Just as DeSagana Diop started to get increased playing time under new coach Paul Silas, the center has been lost for the season with a ruptured right Achilles' tendon. Tests revealed the injury on Monday, three days after Diop was sidelined in the second quarter of a loss to Golden State. Diop had been buried on the bench under Larry Brown for much of the past two seasons.

James, Wade help Heat rally from 20-point hole

LeBron James had 25 points and 10 assists, Dwyane Wade also scored 25 points and the Miami Heat overcame a 20-point deficit to beat the Golden State Warriors 114-107 on Saturday night for their 17th victory in 18 games.

Heat rally for 17th win in 18 games (AP)

Even a 20-point deficit doesn't derail the Miami Heat these days. LeBron James had 25 points and 10 assists, Dwyane Wade also scored 25 points and the Miami Heat overcame a 20-point deficit to beat the Golden State Warriors 114-107 on Saturday night for their 17th victory in 18 games. Chris Bosh added 20 points and 11 rebounds for Miami, which pulled into a virtual tie with Boston atop the...

Bobcats fall to 2-1 under Silas (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 25 points and the Golden State Warriors held off a late rally to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 96-95 on Friday. Stephen Curry added 24 points and Dorell Wright 17 for the Warriors, who led by as many as 11 points midway through the third quarter and held a six-point lead with 1:20 remaining.

Smith, Horford get double-doubles to lift Hawks

Josh Smith had 22 points and 10 rebounds, Al Horford had 21 points and 15 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Golden State Warriors 103-93 on Wednesday night.

Smith, Horford help Hawks beat Warriors (AP)

Josh Smith had 22 points and 10 rebounds, Al Horford had 21 points and 15 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Golden State Warriors 103-93 on Wednesday night. The Hawks have won two straight and four of five. Dorell Wright scored a career-high 32 points for Golden State, which missed a chance for its first four-game winning streak since Feb.

Ellis' 39 lift Warriors over Blazers (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 39 points and the Golden State Warriors scored 11 straight points to erase a six-point deficit in the fourth quarter and beat the Portland Trail Blazers 109-102 on Saturday night in their first Christmas home game. David Lee added 21 points, and Dorell Wright scored five of his 16 during the decisive spurt to help the Warriors win back-to-back games for the first time since Nov.

Monta Ellis scored 39 points and the Golden State Warriors scored 11 straight points to erase a six-point deficit in the fourth quarter and beat the Portland Trail Blazers 109-102 on Saturday night in their first Christmas home game.

Warriors hire Pierce as assistant coach (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have hired Lloyd Pierce as an assistant coach. Pierce replaces Stephen Silas, who left the club to work under his father and new Bobcats coach Paul Silas. The 34-year-old Pierce, a Bay Area native, helped Santa Clara to a pair of NCAA tournament appearances during his collegiate career.

Warriors pull out of 4th quarter hole for OT win

Monta Ellis scored nine of his 36 points in overtime to lift the Golden State Warriors to a 117-109 victory over the struggling Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.

Ellis' 36 rally Warriors by Kings in OT (AP)

A forgotten player on the depth chart at times this season, no one could forget the contribution Vladimir Radmanovic made Tuesday night to save the Golden State Warriors from what appeared to be yet another defeat. Radmanovic made a buzzer-beating 3-pointer in regulation and teammate Monta Ellis took control of the game in overtime, scoring nine of his 36 points to lift the Warriors to a 117-109...

Rockets overcome Ellis' 44 in win (AP)

Shane Battier called his teammates together before this road trip for what he considered a necessary pep talk. Whether it helped or not, something is suddenly clicking for the Houston Rockets -- even with Yao Ming out for the rest of the season with a stress fracture in his left ankle. Kevin Martin made a tying basket and a go-ahead 3-pointer in crunch time on the way to 30 points, and the Rockets...

Aldridge, Blazers survive Warriors' comeback

LaMarcus Aldridge had 17 points and 12 rebounds, and the short-handed Portland Trail Blazers held off the Golden State Warriors 96-95 on Saturday night.

Short-handed Portland Trail Blazers without Marcus Camby, Joel Przybilla, Nicolas Batum

Joel Przybilla and Marcus Camby, and forward Nicolas Batum were all sitting out Portland game against Golden State on Saturday night because of injuries.

Przybilla, Batum, Camby out for Blazers (AP)
Centers Joel Przybilla and Marcus Camby, and forward Nicolas Batum were all sitting out Portland's game against Golden State on Saturday night because of injuries. Przybilla has a left ankle injury, while Camby and Batum have right shoulder soreness. All three were hurt during Friday night's 107-102 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Warriors end 7-game skid, beat Minnesota (AP)

Reggie Williams had 22 of his 26 points in the second half, Monta Ellis scored 34 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-99 to snap a seven-game losing streak Tuesday night. Williams missed four of his first five shot attempts but warmed up after halftime, going 7 for 8 and making all four of his 3-pointers.

Backcourt duo helps Warriors end losing streak

Reggie Williams had 22 of his 26 points in the second half, Monta Ellis scored 34 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-99 to snap a seven-game losing streak Tuesday night.

Waiver Wire: Warrior of the Week is ...
Golden State's Reggie Williams is one hot commodity in Fantasy after a spike in the absence of Stephen Curry, but it might not last. Our Sergio Gonzalez touches on that and more in Playing the Waiver Wire.

Waiver Wire: Warrior of the Week is ...
Golden State's Reggie Williams is one hot commodity in Fantasy after a spike in the absence of Stephen Curry, but it might not last. Our Sergio Gonzalez touches on that and more in Playing the Waiver Wire.

Williams, Miles help Jazz extend Warriors' woes

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

Jazz roll past struggling Warriors (AP)

Utah Jazz center Francisco Elson to miss game with visa issues

Utah Jazz center Francisco Elson will miss Monday night's game against Golden State because of a delay with his visa renewal.

Visa issues cause Elson to miss game
Utah Jazz center Francisco Elson will miss Monday night's game against Golden State because of a delay with his visa renewal.

Minnesota Timberwolves recall Jonny Flynn from D-League, hope for Tuesday return

The Minnesota Timberwolves have recalled point guard Jonny Flynn from his second rehab stint with the Sioux Falls Skyforce and hope to have him available for the game at Golden State on Tuesday night.

Wade leads Heat to season-best 7th win in row

Dwyane Wade had 34 points, nine rebounds and seven assists and the Miami Heat won their season-best seventh straight game with a 106-84 victory over the cold-shooting Golden State Warriors on Friday night.

Heat roll to seventh straight victory (AP)

Dwyane Wade had 34 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, LeBron James added 25 points, nine assists and seven rebounds and the Miami Heat won their season-best seventh straight game with a 106-84 victory over the cold-shooting Golden State Warriors on Friday night. Miami also established a franchise best with seven consecutive wins by double digits, topping the six in a row by double figures in...

Heat claim seventh straight win in rout
Dwyane Wade had 34 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, LeBron James added 25 points, nine assists and seven rebounds and the Miami Heat won their season-best seventh straight game with a 106-84 victory over the cold-shooting Golden State Warriors on Friday night.

Warriors G Curry out indefinitely
Golden State guard Stephen Curry sat out the Warriors' game against Miami on Friday and will likely miss more time due to his sprained right ankle.

Warriors' Stephen Curry (sprained ankle) out indefinitely

Golden State guard Stephen Curry sat out the Warriors' game against Miami on Friday and will likely miss more time due to his sprained right ankle.

Spurs set team record with 18-3 start (AP)

Tony Parker had 19 points and nine assists, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Golden State Warriors 111-94 on Wednesday night to set a franchise record for best start to a season. DeJuan Blair added 15 points and 13 rebounds for the Spurs (18-3), who have won their last 25 home games against the Warriors.

Spurs roll over Warriors for franchise-best start

Tony Parker had 19 points and nine assists, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Golden State Warriors 111-94 on Wednesday night to set a franchise record for best start to a season.

Mavs win 10th straight, French subs help (AP)

Third-string center Ian Mahinmi had 12 points and a career-high 10 rebounds and fourth-stringer Alexis Ajinca provided quality minutes to help the Dallas Mavericks beat the Golden State Warriors 105-100 Tuesday night for their 10th straight victory. Dirk Nowitzki scored 25 points, Jason Terry had 20 and Caron Butler 19 -- but that's expected.

Mavs hang on for 10th victory in a row
Third-string center Ian Mahinmi had 12 points and a career-high 10 rebounds and fourth-stringer Alexis Ajinca provided quality minutes to help the Dallas Mavericks beat the Golden State Warriors 105-100 Tuesday night for their 10th straight victory.

Mavs without C Chandler vs. Warriors (AP)
Center Tyson Chandler has a stomach virus and will miss the Dallas Mavericks' game against Golden State. Chandler stayed home when the Mavericks held a shootaround Tuesday morning and didn't come to the arena for the game. He is averaging 8.9 points and 9.3 rebounds in his first season with Dallas.

Dallas Mavericks center Tyson Chandler out with stomach ailment Tuesday against the Golden State Warriors

Tyson Chandler won't play for the streaking Mavericks against the Warriors because of a stomach ailment.

Durant tallies 28 points in return as Thunder win

Kevin Durant scored 28 points in his first game back from a knee injury, Russell Westbrook added 19 points and 13 assists and the Oklahoma City Thunder held off Golden State's fourth-quarter charge to beat the Warriors 114-109 on Sunday night.

Durant returns with 28 in Thunder win (AP)

Kevin Durant scored 28 points in his first in his first game back from a knee injury, Russell Westbrook added 19 points and 13 assists and the Oklahoma City Thunder held off Golden State's fourth-quarter charge to beat the Warriors 114-109 on Sunday night. Stephen Curry scored a season-high 39 points and ignited the Warriors' rally from a 21-point deficit to cut it to three in the final...

Thunder fend off furious Warriors rally
Kevin Durant scored 28 points in his first in his first game back from a knee injury, Russell Westbrook added 19 points and 13 assists and the Oklahoma City Thunder held off a fourth-quarter charge by Golden State to beat the Warriors 114-109 on Sunday night.

Richardson, Hill lead Suns by Warriors (AP)

Jason Richardson scored 25 points against his former team and Grant Hill added 24 to lead the Phoenix Suns to a 107-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. Steve Nash added 13 points and matched his season high with 16 assists as the Suns beat Golden State for the ninth time in 11 meetings.

Suns top Warriors behind Richardson's 25 points

Jason Richardson scored 25 points against his former team and Grant Hill added 24 in leading the Phoenix Suns to a 107-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night.

Duncan registers triple-double as Spurs cruise

Tim Duncan had his first triple double in nearly two years with 15 points, 18 rebounds and 11 assists, Manu Ginobili added 27 points and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Golden State Warriors 118-98 on Tuesday night.

Duncan's triple-double leads Spurs
Tim Duncan had his first triple double in nearly two years with 15 points, 18 rebounds and 11 assists, Manu Ginobili added 27 points and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Golden State Warriors 118-98 on Tuesday night.

Duncan has triple-double, Spurs now 15-2 (AP)

Tim Duncan has lobbied Spurs coach Gregg Popovich numerous times to play point guard in the past. Each time he's been denied. Don't expect Popovich to have a change of mind any time soon, even after San Antonio's All-Star forward matched his career-high for assists while recording his first triple double in nearly two years.

Wright hits Warriors-record 9 3s in win (AP)

On the list of big signings over this blockbuster NBA free agent summer, Dorell Wright landing in Golden State barely even registered. Everyone is starting to take notice now. Wright scored a career-high 30 points and set a franchise record with nine 3-pointers to lead Golden State to a 104-94 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night, snapping the Warriors' five-game losing...

Mayo chips in 23 off the bench in Grizzlies' win

Rudy Gay scored 25 points, O.J. Mayo added 23 in his new role off the bench, and the Memphis Grizzlies withstood a late rally to beat the Golden State Warriors 116-111 on Friday night.

Wright buries nine treys to fuel Warriors
Dorell Wright scored a career-high 30 points and set a franchise record with nine 3-pointers to lead Golden State to a 104-94 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night, snapping the Warriors' five-game losing streak.

Wright sets team 3-point mark in Warriors' win

Dorell Wright scored a career-high 30 points and set a franchise record with nine 3-pointers to lead Golden State to a 104-94 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night, snapping the Warriors' five-game losing streak.

Golden State Warriors forward David Lee returns after missing 8 games

Golden State Warriors forward David Lee has been activated after missing eight games with a staph infection in his left elbow.

Warriors F Lee back after 8-game absence (AP)
Golden State Warriors forward David Lee has been activated after missing eight games with a staph infection in his left elbow. Lee started for the Warriors on Saturday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Lee leads the team with 11.3 rebounds per game and is averaging 14.3 points. The Warriors certainly were happy to see their big offseason acquisition back in the lineup.

Lee back from eight-game absence
Golden State Warriors forward David Lee has been activated after missing eight games with a staph infection in his left elbow.

Warriors' Lee cleared to play
Golden State Warriors forward David Lee has been cleared to rejoin the team after two elbow operations.

Warriors' Lee cleared to do conditioning
Golden State Warriors forward David Lee has been medically cleared to resume light conditioning a week after undergoing a second procedure on his left elbow to treat an infection.

Golden State Warriors' David Lee (elbow) cleared to resume light conditioning

Golden State Warriors forward David Lee has been medically cleared to resume light conditioning a week after undergoing a second procedure on his left elbow to treat an infection.

Anthony's 39 help Nuggets end road swoon (AP)

Carmelo Anthony scored a season-high 39 points, Al Harrington added 19 against his former team and the Denver Nuggets beat the Golden State Warriors 106-89 on Monday night to snap a four-game road losing streak. Anthony struggled with his shooting early but was a career-best 17-for-17 at the free throw line.

Toddler dies after fall at Lakers game (AP)

A toddler has died after falling 15 meters (50 feet) from a luxury suite during the Los Angeles Lakers NBA game against the Golden State Warriors in the Staples Center arena. Police Sgt. Frank Alvelais says the boy, believed to be 2 or 3 years old, was taken to Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center, where he died.

Toddler dies after 50-foot fall from Staples Center luxury suite

A toddler has died after falling 50 feet from a luxury suite at the Los Angeles Lakers game against the Golden State Warriors in the Staples Center arena.

Boy dies after fall from luxury suite
A toddler has died after falling 50 feet from a luxury suite at the Los Angeles Lakers game against the Golden State Warriors in the Staples Center arena.

Gasol goes 10 for 10 as Lakers roll (AP)

Pau Gasol scored 28 points without missing a shot, Kobe Bryant added 20 points and the Los Angeles Lakers took a 30-point lead in the first half of their fourth straight victory, 117-89 over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night. Gasol was 10 of 10 from the field and made all eight of his free throws.

Gasol's perfect night fuels blowout
Pau Gasol scored 28 points on 10-for-10 shooting, Kobe Bryant added 20 points and the Los Angeles Lakers took a 30-point lead in the first half of their fourth straight victory, 117-89 over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night.

Jackson has Bobcats' first triple-double (AP)

Stephen Jackson had 24 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists for the first triple-double in franchise history for the Charlotte Bobcats, who took advantage of Steve Nash's absence to beat the listless Phoenix Suns 123-105 on Saturday night. It was the second career triple-double for Jackson, whose first also came against the Suns when he was with Golden State in the 2008-09 season.

Felton's career-high 35 lift Knicks (AP)

A winning road trip would do a lot for the New York Knicks as they try to fight back from a slow start. Holding off the Warriors was an important step in itself for this bunch. Raymond Felton scored a career-high 35 points on 13-of-17 shooting and dished out 11 assists, and the Knicks withstood Golden State's late rally to beat the Warriors 125-119 on Friday night and snap an eight-game losing...

Warriors F Lee released from hospital (AP)
Golden State Warriors forward David Lee was released from a hospital Thursday after undergoing a second procedure on his left elbow to treat an infection. He was released from Stanford Hospital and returned to his San Francisco home, where he will receive IVs and antibiotics and be monitored by Dr. Frank Chen.

Golden State Warriors' David Lee out of hospital after second surgery on infected elbow

Warriors forward David Lee has been released from a hospital after undergoing a second procedure on his left elbow to treat an infection.

Warriors F Lee released from hospital
Golden State Warriors forward David Lee has been released from a hospital after undergoing a second procedure on his left elbow to treat an infection.

Warriors improve to 5-0 at home (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 24 of his 27 points in the first half and the Golden State Warriors remained undefeated at home despite losing nearly all of a 32-point, first-half advantage, beating the Detroit Pistons 101-97 on Monday night. Stephen Curry added 21 points as the Warriors improved to 5-0 at home, their best start since winning their first six of the 1990-91 season.

Warriors stave off Pistons, still perfect at home

Monta Ellis scored 24 of his 27 points in the first half and the Golden State Warriors remained undefeated at home despite losing nearly all of a 32-point, first-half advantage, beating the Detroit Pistons 101-97 on Monday night.

Golden State Warriors' new owners expect club to join NBA elite

Joe Lacob and Peter Guber believe the Golden State Warriors should be among the nation's elite sports franchises.

New owners expect Warriors to be elite (AP)
Joe Lacob and Peter Guber believe the Golden State Warriors should be among the nation's elite sports franchises. That's why they spent more money than any NBA owners in history to purchase the Bay Area's beleaguered team. In their first public event since their ownership group's purchase was approved last Friday, Lacob and Guber outlined ambitious plans to resuscitate the...

Bucks beat cold-shooting Warriors 79-72 (AP)

John Salmons scored a season-high 26 points, including a basket with 50.8 seconds left to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 79-72 win over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night. Brandon Jennings added 19 points and Drew Gooden scored 16 as Milwaukee reached .500 for the first time this season. Monta Ellis led the Warriors with 24 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome their season-lowest...

David Lee has successful elbow surgery
Golden State forward David Lee has undergone successful surgery to clean out an infection in his left elbow.

Golden State Warriors F David Lee has successful elbow surgery

Golden State forward David Lee has undergone successful surgery to clean out an infection in his left elbow.

Warriors' Lee to have surgery on elbow
Golden State Warriors forward David Lee needs surgery after an infection developed in a cut on his left elbow.

Warriors sale to Lacob group approved
The NBA's board of governors has unanimously approved the sale of the Golden State Warriors to a group led by Joe Lacob and movie producer Peter Guber.

Warriors F Lee to have surgery on elbow (AP)
Golden State Warriors forward David Lee needs surgery after an infection developed in a cut on his left elbow. Lee has flown home to Oakland from the Warriors' road trip to undergo surgery Friday night. The former All-Star forward cut the inside of his left elbow in a nasty collision Wednesday with New York's Wilson Chandler, who lost teeth on the play and left a fragment of a tooth in...

NBA unanimously approves Warriors sale (AP)
The NBA's board of governors has unanimously approved the sale of the Golden State Warriors to a group led by Joe Lacob and movie producer Peter Guber. The long-expected announcement Friday allowed the Warriors' new owners to assume formal control of the franchise long owned by Chris Cohan. The GSW Sports LLC ownership group includes six board members and multiple investors who paid a...

Sale of Golden State Warriors to Joe Lacob, Peter Guber unanimously approved

The NBA's board of governors has unanimously approved the sale of the Golden State Warriors to a group led by Joe Lacob and movie producer Peter Guber.

Golden State Warriors forward David Lee needs elbow surgery after nasty collision

Golden State Warriors forward David Lee needs surgery after an infection developed in a cut on his left elbow.

Deng, Rose help Bulls run laps around Warriors

Luol Deng scored 26 points, Derrick Rose had 22 and the Chicago Bulls raced to a 30-point lead in the first half en route to a 120-90 romp over the weary Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. Rose added 13 assists for his third double-double of the season. He finished one assist shy of his career best, which he's increased twice already this season.

Rose, Bulls dominate Warriors in blowout
Luol Deng scored 26 points, Derrick Rose had 22 and the Chicago Bulls raced to a 30-point lead in the first half en route to a 120-90 romp over the weary Golden State Warriors on Thursday night.

Beasley's 42 help Wolves end 6-game skid (AP)

Although Michael Beasley of the Minnesota Timberwolves didn't feel he was really shooting the ball well, Sacramento Kings' defenders were collectively puzzled about how to cool him off. As it turns out, the Kings never could. Beasley scored a career-high 42 points and had nine rebounds to help Minnesota beat the Kings 98-89 to snap a six-game losing streak.

Lee's 28 in MSG return help Warriors win (AP)
David Lee fought through the emotions of a return home and the pain of a former teammate's tooth cutting into his arm. Anything to get the type of win that too often eluded him when he used to play at Madison Square Garden. Lee scored a season-high 28 points, Dorell Wright made two huge baskets in the final two minutes, and the Golden State Warriors improved their best start in 16 years to 6-2...

Lee drops 28 in NY return as Warriors tip Knicks

David Lee scored a season-high 28 points in his return to New York, Dorell Wright made two huge baskets in the final two minutes, and the Golden State Warriors improved their best start in 16 years to 6-2 by beating the Knicks 122-117 on Wednesday night.

Lee's 28 in MSG return help Warriors win (AP)

Warriors hold off Knicks behind Lee
David Lee scored a season-high 28 points in his return to New York, Dorell Wright made two huge baskets in the final two minutes, and the Golden State Warriors improved their best start in 16 years to 6-2 by beating the Knicks 122-117 on Wednesday night.

Golden State Warriors' Monta Ellis in starting lineup after hurting back

NBA scoring leader Monta Ellis is in the starting lineup for Golden State at New York, two nights after hurting his back in a fall.

New York Knicks sit Timofey Mozgov, move Amare Stoudemire to center

Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni changed his starting lineup for Wednesday night's game against Golden State, removing 7-foot Russian rookie Timofey Mozgov and moving Amare Stoudemire to center.

Ellis rejoins Warriors after hurting back
NBA leading scorer Monta Ellis has rejoined the Golden State Warriors in New York after spending Monday night in Toronto to have his injured back examined.

NBA leading scorer Monta Ellis of Golden State Warriors rejoins team in New York

NBA leading scorer Monta Ellis has rejoined the Golden State Warriors in New York after spending Monday night in Toronto to have his injured back examined.

Ellis rejoins Warriors in New York (AP)
NBA leading scorer Monta Ellis has rejoined the Golden State Warriors in New York after spending Monday night in Toronto to have his injured back examined. Ellis was diagnosed Tuesday with a strained lower back. He underwent X-rays and a CT scan after falling awkwardly to the floor with 1:22 remaining in the Warriors' 109-102 win over the Raptors, in which Ellis scored 28 points.

Curry's season-high 34 lift Warriors (AP)

Stephen Curry tossed aside a restrictive ankle brace, then ran right through the Toronto Raptors. Curry scored a season-high 34 points, Monta Ellis added 28 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Toronto Raptors 109-102 Monday night. Ellis, the NBA's leading scorer, was taken for X-rays on his lower back after falling heavily under Toronto's basket late in the fourth quarter.

Ellis (28 points) leaves after fall in Warriors' win

Stephen Curry scored a season-high 34 points, Monta Ellis added 28 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Toronto Raptors 109-102 Monday night.

Curry's season-high 34 lift Warriors (AP)
Stephen Curry scored a season-high 34 points, Monta Ellis added 28 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Toronto Raptors 109-102 Monday night. Ellis, the NBA's leading scorer, fell heavily after a collision under Toronto's basket late in the fourth quarter. He remained down for several minutes before being helped up and walking slowly to the locker room.

Pistons hold off second-half surge, top Warriors

Richard Hamilton scored 27 points and Rodney Stuckey added 21 points and nine assists to help the Detroit Pistons beat the Golden State Warriors 102-97 on Sunday night.

Hamilton, Stuckey pace balanced Pistons (AP)

Richard Hamilton scored 27 points and Rodney Stuckey added 21 points and nine assists to help the Detroit Pistons beat the Golden State Warriors 102-97 on Sunday night. The Pistons have now won two straight after losing their first five games of the season. Golden State, which hasn't lost in four home games, is now 0-2 on the road.

Curry returns, rallies Warriors by Jazz (AP)

This is the kind of game the Golden State Warriors might not have pulled out a year ago. "We would have given up and lost by 20," leading scorer Monta Ellis said. Now, they're doing the little things -- like getting key rebounds when the first shot doesn't fall. Stephen Curry returned from an ankle injury to score nine points over the final 2:35, lifting the Warriors to an 85-78...

Curry's late burst powers Warriors past Jazz

Stephen Curry returned from an ankle injury to score nine points over the final 2:35, lifting the Golden State Warriors to an 85-78 victory over the short-handed Utah Jazz on Friday night to stay unbeaten at home.

Ellis scores 39 as Warriors overcome Grizzlies

Monta Ellis scored 17 of his 39 points in the fourth quarter, Dorell Wright made a career-high seven 3-pointers and the Golden State Warriors overcame a sloppy offensive night to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 115-109 on Wednesday.

Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry (ankle sprain) misses second straight game

Warriors guard Stephen Curry missed his second straight game because of a sprained right ankle.

Gasol, Bryant power Lakers' rout of Warriors

Pau Gasol had 26 points and 12 rebounds, Kobe Bryant added 20 points and the Los Angeles Lakers kept up their unbeaten start to the season with a 107-83 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night.

Lakers rip Warriors to improve to 3-0 (AP)

Balanced Lakers crush Warriors
Pau Gasol had 26 points and 12 rebounds, Kobe Bryant added 20 points and the Los Angeles Lakers kept up their unbeaten start to the season with a 107-83 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night.

Ellis paces Warriors past Clippers; Curry injured

Monta Ellis had 15 points and 11 assists, Dorel Wright scored 24 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 109-91 on Friday night.

Curry injured as Warriors top Clippers
Monta Ellis had 15 points and 11 assists, Dorel Wright scored 24 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 109-91 on Friday night.

Warriors Stephen Curry to miss at least 1 game with sprained ankle

Warriors point guard Stephen Curry will miss Golden State's game against the Los Angeles Lakers with a sprained right ankle.

Warriors PG Curry out Sunday vs. Lakers (AP)
Warriors point guard Stephen Curry will miss Golden State's game against the Los Angeles Lakers with a sprained right ankle. The team said Saturday that Curry will not make the trip to Los Angeles for Sunday's game. He is listed as day to day. Curry was hurt while trying to get around a pick set by Blake Griffin in the third quarter Friday night against the Clippers.

Curry re-injures ankle in Warriors' win (AP)

Monta Ellis knew early his shot wasn't falling. Unlike in the past, Golden State's mercurial scorer didn't force the issue. Instead, Ellis was content deferring to his teammates and passing the ball around. As a result, the Warriors are off to their best start in 16 years. Two days after matching his career high in scoring, Ellis had 15 points and 11 assists, Dorel Wright added 24 points...

Stephen Curry re-injures right ankle against Clippers

Golden State guard Stephen Curry has left the Warriors' game against the Los Angeles Clippers after re-injuring his right ankle.

Ellis' 46 help Smart win Warriors' debut (AP)

Monta Ellis matched his career high with 46 points, Stephen Curry added 25 points and 11 assists, and the Golden State Warriors won Keith Smart's coaching debut by beating the Houston Rockets 131-128 on Wednesday night. David Lee had 17 points and 15 rebounds, and Dorell Wright scored 15 points to help the Warriors to their first season-opening win since 2005.

Red-hot Ellis tallies 46 points in Warriors' win

Monta Ellis matched his career high with 46 points, Stephen Curry added 25 points and 11 assists, and the Golden State Warriors won Keith Smart's coaching debut by beating the Houston Rockets 131-128 on Wednesday night.

Knicks pick up options on 3 players (AP)
The New York Knicks have exercised their options on the contracts of Danilo Gallinari, Anthony Randolph and Toney Douglas. Gallinari, a 6-foot-10 forward, was taken sixth in the 2008 draft. He has averaged 12.8 points and 4.2 rebounds in his first two seasons. Randolph came to New York in a trade with Golden State in July, and Douglas was acquired in a draft-day trade with the Los Angeles Lakers in...

Ellis scores 41 but Lakers win in OT (AP)

After the Los Angeles Lakers accidentally tacked five more minutes onto their preseason with a late rally, they refused to head into their title defense without making that extra effort worth the trip. Kobe Bryant scored 22 points, Shannon Brown hit the go-ahead 3-pointer in overtime, and the Lakers overcame Monta Ellis' NBA preseason-high 41 points in a 105-102 victory over the Golden State...

Kobe's 22 help Lakers overcome Ellis, Warriors

Kobe Bryant scored 22 points, Shannon Brown hit the go-ahead 3-pointer in overtime, and the Los Angeles Lakers overcame Monta Ellis' NBA preseason-high 41 points in a 105-102 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Friday night.

Lakers win without Bryant, Jackson (AP)

Pau Gasol scored 23 points and the Los Angeles Lakers, playing without coach Phil Jackson, beat the Golden State Warriors 120-99 on Thursday night in an exhibition game. Jackson missed the game because of flu-like symptoms. Assistant coach Brian Shaw directed the team. Kobe Bryant was in uniform, but didn't play as he was resting his surgically repaired left knee.

Vujacic says he's engaged to Sharapova (AP)
Los Angeles Lakers player Sasha Vujacic of Slovenia says he's engaged to marry Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova. "We are engaged and are both really happy," Vujacic said Thursday before the Lakers' NBA preseason game against Golden State. "It's good and now we can focus on other things." The agent for three-time Grand Slam champion Sharapova confirmed the news in...

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant will likely sit against Golden State Warriors

Kobe Bryant is officially listed as questionable, according to the team. But "I think that Thursday's very possible he would not play," Lakers coach Phil Jackson says.

Phoenix Suns forward Josh Childress breaks right index finger

Phoenix Suns forward Josh Childress broke his right index finger in Tuesday night's exhibition victory over the Golden State Warriors.

Suns F Childress breaks finger (AP)
Phoenix Suns forward Josh Childress broke his right index finger in Tuesday night's exhibition victory over the Golden State Warriors. The Suns say Childress will have no basketball activity for a week, then will be re-evaluated. He was injured when he was fouled on a drive to the basket with 7:54 left in the game.

Lee rallies Warriors past Blazers 100-78 (AP)

David Lee had 21 points and 12 rebounds for his fourth double-double of the preseason, Monta Ellis scored 22 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Portland Trail Blazers 100-78 on Monday night. Stephen Curry added 11 points and had six assists while Andris Biedrins had eight points and 11 rebounds for the Warriors (3-2), who rallied from 11 points down in the first half.

Aldrdige, Batum lift Blazers by Warriors (AP)
LaMarcus Aldridge had 25 points, the most he's had in the preseason, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Golden State Warriors 118-105 on Saturday night. Nicolas Batum added 19 points and nine rebounds for the Blazers (2-3). Rudy Fernandez and rookie Armon Johnson each added 14 points and Portland led by as many as 21 points.

Lee's 13 and 13 lift Warriors over Kings (AP)

David Lee had 13 points and 13 rebounds, Monta Ellis added 18 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Sacramento Kings 95-86 on Sunday night. Stephen Curry scored 15 points and had seven rebounds for the Warriors (2-0), who led by as many as 17 while winning their second straight under first-year coach Keith Smart.

Warriors win Smart's preseason debut (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 22 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 127-87 on Friday night in their exhibition debut under Keith Smart. Ellis knocked down all four of his 3-pointers in the first game since Smart took over from Don Nelson on Sept. 27. Stephen Curry, who finished second in Rookie of the Year voting last season, picked up where he left off with 18 points, six...

Warriors pick up option on Stephen Curry for 2011-2012

The Golden State Warriors have exercised their third-year contract option on guard Stephen Curry for the 2011-12 campaign.

Warriors exercise option on Curry (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have exercised their third-year contract option on guard Stephen Curry for the 2011-12 campaign. It's all but a formality for the team and last season's runner-up for NBA Rookie of the Year. The 22-year-old Curry averaged 17.5 points, 5.9 assists, 4.5 rebounds and 1.90 steals in 80 games last season.

Smart introduced as Warriors coach
The Golden State Warriors officially introduced Keith Smart as their new coach Monday, hiring him to replace Don Nelson.

Warriors tab Smart to replace Nelson (AP)
Keith Smart waited nearly 10 years for the chance to coach an NBA team. The league's all-time winningest coach, Don Nelson, gave it to him. Golden State Warriors general manager Larry Riley officially named Smart the coach Monday and introduced him at a news conference. "It's no secret that Don Nelson wanted me to be a defensive coordinator," Smart said.

Golden State Warriors hand reins to Keith Smart, replacing Don Nelson

The Golden State Warriors officially introduced Keith Smart as their new coach Monday, hiring him to replace Don Nelson.

Reports: Warriors dump Nelson as coach
Don Nelson apparently is done as coach of the Golden State Warriors. The team's new owners have decided to replace Nelson with assistant Keith Smart, according to multiple reports.

Sources: Golden State Warriors on verge of replacing Don Nelson as coach

The Golden State Warriors, with just a few days to go before the start of training camp, are on the verge of making a coaching change.

Warriors add veteran forward Amundson
The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent forward Louis Amundson to a two-year contract, with the second year being a player option.

Golden State Warriors, forward Louis Amundson agree to deal, agent says

Power forward Louis Amundson, arguably the NBA's top unsigned free agent, has agreed to a new deal with the Warriors, according to his representative.

Golden State Warriors add veteran forward Louis Amundson

The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent forward Louis Amundson to a two-year contract, with the second year being a player option.

Warriors sign F Amundson to 2-year deal (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent forward Louis Amundson to a two-year contract, with the second year being a player option. Golden State general manager Larry Riley says the team has been interested in adding the well-traveled Amundson for several weeks, and that he adds key depth to the Warriors' frontcourt.

Odd contract makes Dampier 'Dust Chip' (AP)
Rod Higgins was general manager of the Golden State Warriors in 2004 when he helped negotiate what seemed like a routine sign-and-trade deal involving center Erick Dampier. Six years later, Higgins is on the other side of the country in a new job as GM of the Charlotte Bobcats. And now he holds what's become one of the most valuable contracts in recent memory -- the last year of Dampier's...

Warriors ink PF Jeff Adrien for training camp - Jeff Adrien (F) Golden State Warriors
The Warriors have signed Jeff Adrien to a partially-guaranteed deal for training camp.

Golden State Warriors sign free-agent swingman Rodney Carney

The Warriors have signed free-agent swingman Rodney Carney to a contract.

Warriors sign swingman Carney (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent swingman Rodney Carney to a contract. The team announced the deal with the 26-year-old Carney on Wednesday. Carney played in 68 games for Philadelphia last season. He averaged 4.7 points and 2.0 rebounds in 12.6 minutes per game. Carney was originally selected 16th overall by Chicago in the first round of the 2006 draft.

Stephen Curry of Golden State Warriors '80 percent,' returns to practice for U.S.

Stephen Curry practiced with the U.S. basketball team, confident he'll be available for exhibition matches after injuring his left ankle.

Curry sprains ankle, day-to-day for US (AP)
Stephen Curry did not practice Thursday as the United States guard continues to recover from a left ankle injury. Curry suffered a mild sprain to his left ankle on Wednesday. The U.S. said Curry's recovery was "progressing" but he remained day-to-day. The Golden State Warriors guard is vying to make the cut for the Aug.

Foyle retires from NBA after 13 seasons (AP)
Adonal Foyle is ending his NBA playing career after 13 seasons. The 35-year-old center announced his retirement Monday after playing for the Orlando Magic the last three seasons. Foyle spent his first 10 years with the Golden State Warriors, and had a brief midseason stint with Memphis in 2009. Foyle is expected to resign from his position as first vice president of the National Basketball Players...

Former Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors coach Eric Musselman to coach D-League team

Eric Musselman is finally getting another chance to coach: in the NBA's Development League.

Wolves, F Tolliver agree on 2-year deal (AP)
A person with knowledge of the negotiations says he Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to terms with free agent forward Anthony Tolliver on a two-year deal. The person told The Associated Press about the deal Friday on condition of anonymity because no official announcements have been made. Tolliver averaged 11.7 points and 7.0 rebounds for the Golden State Warriors last season.

Agent: Golden State Warriors reach deal with free-agent guard Jannero Pargo

The Golden State Warriors continue to add to their backcourt depth, reaching terms on a new deal Tuesday with free-agent guard Jannero Pargo.

Chicago Bulls finalize trade for Golden State Warriors guard C.J. Watson

The Bulls finalized a deal that brings C.J. Watson to Chicago from Golden State.

Warriors sign Asian-American Lin (AP)
Jeremy Lin took a seat in a small room in front of an array of television crews, photographers and print media on Wednesday afternoon. He'd never seen anything like that at Harvard. "This is unbelievable," Lin said after the Golden State Warriors signed the undrafted free agent guard. "I've never been part of something like this." He became the first Asian-American player...

Injured Warriors F Lee to miss worlds (AP)
The United States has lost another big man, as David Lee will miss the world championships because of an injured middle finger on his right hand. USA Basketball says Wednesday that Lee will have his finger placed in a splint and could miss six weeks. The All-Star forward is expected to be ready in time for the Golden State Warriors' training camp.

Bulls finalizing deal for G Watson (AP)
A person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press that the Chicago Bulls are finalizing a sign-and-trade deal with the Golden State Warriors for guard C.J. Watson. The Warriors would likely receive a 2011 second-round pick. The person spoke Tuesday on the condition of anonymity because the deal was not official.

Report: Bulls close to acquiring Watson
A person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press that the Chicago Bulls are finalizing a sign-and-trade deal with the Golden State Warriors for guard C.J. Watson.

Sources: Harvard's Jeremy Lin, Golden State Warriors close to deal

The Golden State Warriors are closing in on signing summer-league sensation Jeremy Lin, according to sources with knowledge of the talks.

Don Nelson hopes to coach Golden State Warriors in 2010 despite sale

The winningest coach in NBA history doesn't deny that his future with the Golden State Warriors is in doubt.

Warriors sold for record $450 million (AP)
Golden State Warriors owner Chris Cohan reached an agreement Thursday to sell the franchise for a record $450 million to Boston Celtics minority partner Joe Lacob and Mandalay Entertainment CEO Peter Guber. "I am incredibly excited to have the opportunity to be the next steward of this storied NBA franchise.

Warriors to be sold for record $450M
Golden State Warriors owner Chris Cohan reached an agreement Thursday to sell the franchise for a record $450 million to Boston Celtics minority partner Joe Lacob and Mandalay Entertainment CEO Peter Guber.

Golden State Warriors sold for record $450M, reports say

The Golden State Warriors have been sold for a record $450 million, multiple media outlets are reporting.

Injured Golden State Warriors top pick Ekpe Udoh out 6 months

The Golden State Warriors say top draft pick Ekpe Udoh will miss six months after undergoing surgery on his injured left wrist.

Warriors sign F Wright to multiyear deal (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent small forward Dorell Wright to a multiyear contract. The team announced the deal Monday night. Wright reportedly will be paid $11 million over three years. The 24-year-old Wright appeared in a career-high 72 games last season for the Miami Heat. He averaged 7.1 points and 3.3 rebounds per game.

New Jersey Nets acquire Anthony Morrow from Golden State Warriors in sign-and-trade

The New Jersey Nets have acquired guard Anthony Morrow in a sign and trade deal with the Golden State Warriors.

Nets acquire Warriors G Morrow (AP)
The New Jersey Nets have acquired guard Anthony Morrow in a sign and trade deal with the Golden State Warriors. The deal was completed on Tuesday, just a day after the Nets handed Morrow an offer sheet on a three-year, $12 million contract. The Warriors, who were not expected to match the offer, will get the Nets' second-round draft pick in 2011.

Nets make sign-and-trade deal for Morrow
The New Jersey Nets have acquired guard Anthony Morrow in a sign and trade deal with the Golden State Warriors. The deal was completed on Tuesday, just a day after the Nets handed Morrow an offer sheet on a three-year, $12 million contract.

Wall has 24 points, 8 assists in debut (AP)
John Wall has scored 24 points and handed out eight assists in his pro debut for the Washington Wizards during a Las Vegas Summer League game. The NBA draft's first pick scored 15 of his points in the second half of the Wizards' 84-79 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday. Washington was playing its first of five games.

2010 NBA free agents: Golden State Warriors, Dorell Wright agree in principle on three-year deal

Dorell Wright agreed in principle to a three-year deal Saturday with the Golden State Warriors

Agent: Lee to Warriors in sign-and-trade (AP)
David Lee is headed from the New York Knicks to the Golden State Warriors in a sign-and-trade deal, the All-Star forward's agent said Thursday. Mark Bartelstein said Lee will get a six-year, $80 million contract. The Knicks will receive forwards Anthony Randolph, Kelenna Azubuike and Ronny Turiaf.

Lee headed to Warriors in sign-and-trade
David Lee is headed from the New York Knicks to the Golden State Warriors in a sign-and-trade deal, the All-Star forward's agent said Thursday.

2010 NBA free agents: David Lee's agent says sign-and-trade with Golden State Warriors far from done

Once LeBron James announces his intentions tonight at 9 p.m. on ESPN, David Lee should know pretty quickly where he'll land.

Golden State Warriors' Ekpe Udoh will miss summer league with injury

Golden State Warriors top draft pick Ekpe Udoh has a wrist injury that will keep him out of the team's summer league.

Warriors' Udoh to miss summer league (AP)
Golden State Warriors top draft pick Ekpe Udoh has a wrist injury that will keep him out of the team's summer league. The team made the announcement Wednesday and said the No. 6 overall draft pick out of Baylor was hurt during a supervised workout Sunday at Golden State's practice facility. The forward was working out with new teammate Stephen Curry and summer league teammate Joe Ingles...

2010 NBA free agents: Golden State Warriors extend qualifying offers to Anthony Morrow, C.J. Watson

The Golden State Warriors have extended qualifying offers to Anthony Morrow and C.J. Watson, making both guards restricted free agents.

Bucks get F Maggette from Warriors
Seeking a scoring threat and willing to take on a significant contract, the Milwaukee Bucks acquired forward Corey Maggette in a trade with the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday.

Golden State Warriors trade Corey Maggette, draft pick to Milwaukee Bucks

Milwaukee Bucks traded Dan Gadzuric and Charlie Bell to the Golden State Warriors for Corey Maggette and the 44th pick in the draft.

Bucks acquire F Maggette from Warriors (AP)
The Milwaukee Bucks have acquired forward Corey Maggette in a trade with the Golden State Warriors, sending them guard Charlie Bell and center Dan Gadzuric in return. The Bucks also get a second-round pick from the Warriors in Thursday night's NBA draft, leaving them with three selections in the second round.

Portland Trail Blazers, Golden State Warriors swap second-round picks

The Portland Trail Blazers are paying the Golden State Warriors to move up 10 spots in the second round of the draft.

Sources: Anthony Randolph subject of trade talks between Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors have had discussions about a trade that would send forward Anthony Randolph to the Timberwolves, according to multiple sources with knowledge of the talks.

Source: Golden State Warriors to begin taking bids Monday

The Warriors will begin accepting bids on the franchise starting Monday, and four or five groups are expected to make offers at some point, a league source said.

Turiaf won't play for France at worlds (AP)
Golden State Warriors center-forward Ronny Turiaf will not play for France in the world championship because of a knee injury. Turiaf told French sports daily L'Equipe that he is "dejected" and will undergo medical tests to determine whether he needs surgery. He joins San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker on the list of French players unavailable for the tournament.

Ronny Turiaf of Golden State Warriors to miss world championships with knee injury

Golden State Warriors center-forward Ronny Turiaf will not play for France in the world championship because of a knee injury.

Golden State Warriors guard Azubuike has surgery on right knee

Golden State Warriors guard Kelenna Azubuike has undergone successful arthroscopic surgery on his right knee, needed because of his patella tendinitis condition.

Mavs C Dampier undergoes knee surgery (AP)
Mavericks center Erick Dampier has undergone arthroscopic surgery on his left knee. The procedure was performed Tuesday by Dr. T.O. Souryal. Various ailments, including the balky knee, limited Dampier to 55 games this season. It was his fewest since he played 43 games for Golden State in 2000-01. Dampier averaged 6.0 points and 7.3 rebounds in the sixth year of a seven-year, $73 million contract with...

Warriors' Turiaf to get Gonzaga degree (AP)
A very familiar graduate will walk across the stage at Gonzaga University's commencement on Sunday. Ronny Turiaf will receive his degree in sports management, four years after leaving Gonzaga as one of the best players in its history. Turiaf, who plays for the Golden State Warriors of the NBA, is one of 48 Gonzaga athletes who will receive diplomas.

Kelenna Azubuike of Golden State Warriors exercises contract option for 2010-11

Golden State Warriors guard Kelenna Azubuike has exercised the player option in his contract for the 2010-11 season.

Warriors G Azubuike exercises option (AP)
Golden State Warriors guard Kelenna Azubuike has exercised the player option in his contract for the 2010-11 season. The team announced the decision Tuesday. The 26-year-old Azubuike appeared in only nine games this past season before being sidelined with a torn patellar tendon in his left knee. He averaged 13.9 points and 4.6 rebounds per game.

Evans wins NBA Rookie of the Year honor
Sacramento point guard Tyreke Evans beat out Golden State's Stephen Curry and Milwaukee's Brandon Jennings to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award.

Sacramento Kings point guard Tyreke Evans wins NBA Rookie of Year award

Sacramento point guard Tyreke Evans beat out Golden State's Stephen Curry and Milwaukee's Brandon Jennings to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award.

Kings' Evans wins NBA Rookie of the Year (AP)
Sacramento point guard Tyreke Evans beat out Golden State's Stephen Curry and Milwaukee's Brandon Jennings to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award. Evans received the honor Thursday after becoming the fourth rookie ever to average at least 20 points, five rebounds and five assists per game. He joined an illustrious club that includes Oscar Robertson, Michael Jordan and LeBron James.

Former Warriors owner Mieuli dies at 89 (AP)
Franklin Mieuli, who for 24 years owned the Golden State Warriors as one of the most colorful owners in the history of the NBA, has died. He was 89. The Warriors announced in a news release that Mieuli died of natural causes Sunday in a San Francisco Bay Area hospital. Known for his omnipresent deerstalker caps, casual attire and substantial beard, Mieuli was the principal owner of the Warriors from...

Former Golden State Warriors owner Franklin Mieuli dies at 89

Franklin Mieuli, who for 24 years owned the Golden State Warriors as one of the most colorful owners in the history of the NBA, has died. He was 89.

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

Blazers' Aldridge out with stomach virus (AP)
Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge will not play in the regular-season finale against Golden State because of a gastrointestinal virus that landed him in the hospital. Aldridge was hospitalized on Tuesday night and was released Wednesday morning, Blazers coach Nate McMillan said. Aldridge is the Blazers' second-leading scorer with 17.9 points per game.

Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry gets rookie of year vote from dad's replacement

Dell Curry may not have been able to vote for his son as the NBA's rookie of the year, but his replacement did.

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

NBA takes away Dell Curry's rookie vote (AP)
The NBA has taken away Charlotte Bobcats broadcaster Dell Curry's rookie of the year vote because his son is among the leading candidates for the award. Curry's son, Stephen Curry, is averaging 17.2 points and 5.9 assists per game for Golden State. He and Kings guard Tyreke Evans, who is averaging 20.3 points and 5.8 assists, are considered the front-runners to be top rookie.

Golden State Warriors coach Don Nelson will return for final year of contract

Don Nelson will be back on the Golden State bench next season.

Nelson to coach Warriors in 2010-11 (AP)
Now that he's the winningest coach in NBA history, Don Nelson has a new project planned for his final go as Golden State's coach next season: turning Andris Biedrins into a decent free-throw shooter. With an underhand shot, no less. Nelson insists Biedrins will do it this time after previous suggestions of such a change.

Clippers end 7-game skid, beat Warriors (AP)
Chris Kaman had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Steve Nowak hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 2:46 to play, and the Los Angeles Clippers snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 107-104 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night. Baron Davis had 21 points, five rebounds and five assists for Los Angeles before leaving early in the third quarter with a sprained right wrist.

Ellis returns with 27 points as Warriors survive

Monta Ellis scored 27 points in his return following a two-week absence, Stephen Curry added 25 and the Golden State Warriors overcame a 20-point deficit to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 120-117 on Sunday night.

Down 20, Warriors rally to beat Thunder (AP)
Monta Ellis scored 27 points in his return following a two-week absence, Stephen Curry added 25 and the Golden State Warriors overcame a 20-point deficit to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 120-117 on Sunday night. The Warriors missed three free throws in the final 53 seconds but held on to win when Kevin Durant's 3-point attempt with a second left bounced off the back of the rim.

Clips snap 7-game losing streak behind Kaman

Chris Kaman had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Steve Nowak hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 2:46 to play, and the Los Angeles Clippers snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 107-104 victory over the Golden State Warriors.

Los Angeles Clippers' Baron Davis sprains wrist against Golden State Warriors

Baron Davis left the Clippers' game against Golden State because of a sprained right wrist.

Wolves' Jefferson misses practice again (AP)
Timberwolves big man Al Jefferson did not practice Thursday, the third straight day he has been absent for what the team is calling "personal reasons." Jefferson also missed practice Tuesday and the game against Golden State on Wednesday night. Coach Kurt Rambis says the absences are excused and acceptable.

Nelson notches record 1,333rd victory (AP)
Don Nelson, one of the NBA's true mavericks, is now the league's winningest coach. Nelson set the career record for victories in the Golden State Warriors' 116-107 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night, notching win No. 1,333 to surpass Lenny Wilkens. Stephen Curry had 27 points, 14 assists, eight rebounds and a career-high seven steals and Anthony Tolliver scored a...

Alone at the top: Nelson sets NBA's wins record

Don Nelson set the NBA career record for victories by a coach in the Golden State Warriors' 116-107 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night.

Minnesota Timberwolves deactivate Al Jefferson for 'personal reasons'

Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Al Jefferson has been deactivated for the game against Golden State for undisclosed "personal reasons."

Warriors' Nelson fails to get record win (AP)
Instead of counting victories, Don Nelson was counting a dwindling number of healthy players. The NBA record for most coaching wins would have to wait. Nelson fell way short in his first attempt at passing Lenny Wilkens on Tuesday night. His Golden State Warriors fell behind by double digits before the game was 3 minutes old and went on to lose 112-94 to the Washington Wizards.

Nelson evens Wilkens' mark as Warriors hold on

Don Nelson tied Lenny Wilkens for the most wins by an NBA coach when the Golden State Warriors held off the Toronto Raptors 113-112 on Sunday night.

Warriors' Nelson ties NBA wins record (AP)
Don Nelson tied Lenny Wilkens for the most wins by an NBA coach when the Golden State Warriors held off the Toronto Raptors 113-112 on Sunday night. The victory was the 1,332nd for Nelson, who can pass Wilkens when Golden State plays at Washington on Tuesday. Golden State's players danced in a circle around Nelson after the wild finish, which saw Chris Bosh steal the inbounds pass only to have...

Warriors clip Knicks despite Lee's triple-double

Don Nelson moved within one win of tying Lenny Wilkens for the most victories by an NBA coach when the Golden State Warriors beat the New York Knicks 128-117 on Friday night.

Nelson within 1 win of Wilkens' record (AP)
Don Nelson moved within one win of tying Lenny Wilkens for the most victories by an NBA coach when the Golden State Warriors beat the New York Knicks 128-117 on Friday night. Anthony Morrow scored a season-high 35 points and Reggie Williams added 23 to help Nelson secure his 1,331st win. He has seven games left this season to tie and break Wilkens' mark of 1,332.

Beaubois hits 40 as Mavericks wallop Warriors

Rookie guard Rodrigue Beaubois scored a season-high 40 points and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Golden State Warriors 111-90 on Saturday night to snap a two-game losing streak.

Beaubois' 40 power Mavs over Warriors (AP)
Rookie guard Rodrigue Beaubois scored a season-high 40 points and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Golden State Warriors 111-90 on Saturday night to snap a two-game losing streak. Beaubois made 9 of 11 3-pointers, was 15 of 22 overall from the field, made his onlky free throw and had eight rebounds. The 6-footer from Guadeloupe had 26 points in the first half, two more points than his previous career...

Warriors beat reeling Clippers 121-103 (AP)
Rookie forward Reggie Williams scored 25 points in his second NBA start and the Golden State Warriors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 121-103 on Sunday night, putting Don Nelson within three victories of overtaking Lenny Wilkens as the winningest coach in NBA history during the regular season. The Warriors have nine chances left on the schedule to keep Nelson from having to wait an entire summer...

Amare, Suns hold off Warriors 133-131 (AP)
Amare Stoudemire scored 37 points, Jason Richardson had a season-high 34, and the Phoenix Suns held off the Golden State Warriors 133-131 on Monday night for their fifth straight victory. Reggie Williams, an NBA Development League product who was signed for the remainder of the season on Monday, scored a career-high 29 points for Golden State.

High-scoring Suns tip Warriors to extend streak

Amare Stoudemire scored 37 points, Jason Richardson had a season-high 34, and the Phoenix Suns held off the Golden State Warriors 133-131 on Monday night for their fifth straight victory.

Warriors for sale, Oracle CEO interested (AP)
The Golden State Warriors are for sale -- and Oracle Corp. CEO Larry Ellison has already made it well known he wants to buy the team. The Warriors said Monday that they have hired Galatioto Sports Partners, or GSP, to handle selling the franchise and serve as their exclusive financial adviser throughout the process.

Warriors owner puts franchise up for sale; Oracle CEO wants it
The Golden State Warriors are for sale -- and Oracle Corp. CEO Larry Ellison has already said he wants to buy the team.

Golden State Warriors announce they're for sale

The Golden State Warriors are for sale -- and Oracle Corp. CEO Larry Ellison has already said he wants to buy the team.

Golden State Warriors sign Reggie Williams, waive Raja Bell

The Golden State Warriors have signed forward Reggie Williams for the remainder of the season and waived Raja Bell.

Jennings shines, Bucks top Kings in 2OT (AP)
Brandon Jennings scored 35 points, hit a career-high eight 3-pointers and added eight assists in the Milwaukee Bucks' 114-108 double-overtime victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Jennings' points total was the rookie's highest since he had 55 in a Nov. 14 game at Golden State.

Warriors suffer 13th straight road loss (AP)
Rudy Gay scored 25 points, O. J. Mayo added 21 and the Memphis Grizzlies sent the Golden State Warriors to their 13th consecutive road loss with a 123-107 victory Saturday night. Zach Randolph finished with 20 points and 13 rebounds, Darrell Arthur matched his career high with 16 points and had a season-best 13 rebounds, and Mike Conley scored 15 points.

Grizzlies hand Warriors 13th straight road loss

Rudy Gay scored 25 points, O. J. Mayo added 21 and the Memphis Grizzlies sent the Golden State Warriors to their 13th consecutive road loss with a 123-107 victory Saturday night.

Spurs drop 147 points to embarrass Warriors

Manu Ginobili scored 23 points and the San Antonio Spurs throttled the Golden State Warriors 147-116 on Friday night, scoring the most points under Gregg Popovich since he took over as head coach in 1996.

Sharpshooting Spurs rip Warriors 147-116 (AP)
Gregg Popovich has never seen the San Antonio Spurs score like this. Manu Ginobili scored 23 points and the San Antonio Spurs throttled the Golden State Warriors 147-116 on Friday night, scoring the most points under Popovich since he took over as head coach in 1996. Richard Jefferson had 21 points as the Spurs tore through the Warriors, whose defense was dreadful even by their NBA-worst standards.

Injury-ravaged Warriors rally by Hornets (AP)
The injury-ravaged Golden State Warriors haven't had the luxury of slowly bringing along their NBA Development League. That's worked well for Reggie Williams, one of five D-League players called up by Golden State this season. Williams scored 22 points, 18 in the fourth quarter, to help the Warriors overcome a 21-point deficit and beat the New Orleans Hornets 131-121 on Wednesday night.

Ellis' double-double leads Warriors past Hornets

Monta Ellis had 28 points and tied his career high with 13 assists, Anthony Tolliver had a career-high 30 points and the Golden State Warriors overcame a 21-point deficit to beat the New Orleans Hornets 131-121 on Wednesday night.

Stephen Curry held out by Golden State Warriors with sprained ankle

Golden State's Stephen Curry missed the Warriors' game against New Orleans on Wednesday night because of a sprained left ankle.

Ankle sprain sidelines Warriors' Curry (AP)
Golden State's Stephen Curry missed the Warriors' game against New Orleans on Wednesday night because of a sprained left ankle. Curry participated in the pregame shootaround but was a late scratch. It's the first game the Golden State rookie has missed this season, a rarity on a team that has been decimated by injuries this season.

Lakers run streak against Warriors to 9 games

Kobe Bryant scored 29 points and Pau Gasol added 26 to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to their ninth straight victory over the Golden State Warriors, 124-121 Monday night.

Kobe, Lakers narrowly avoid upset
Kobe Bryant is happy to be done with the Golden State Warriors so the Los Angeles Lakers can prepare for what they might actually see come playoff time next month. Bryant scored 29 points and the Lakers dominated the boards to overcome a turnover-plagued night and beat the Warriors for the ninth straight time, 124-121 on Monday night.

Lakers win ninth straight over Warriors (AP)
Kobe Bryant scored 29 points and Pau Gasol added 26 to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to their ninth straight victory over the Golden State Warriors, 124-121 on Monday night. Andrew Bynum added 19 points and 14 rebounds, and Lamar Odom had 17 points and 12 boards for the Lakers, who have won three straight following their first three-game losing streak in more than two years.

Lakers ride Bryant, Gasol past Kings (AP)
Kobe Bryant scored 30 points, Pau Gasol added 28 points and 11 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers completed a sweep of their Northern California swing with a 106-99 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. After committing 24 turnovers and barely holding on for a 124-121 victory at Golden State on Monday night, the Lakers were much sharper on the back end of their trip.

Reeling Raptors lose fourth straight (AP)
The Toronto Raptors are quickly fading in the Eastern Conference and Chris Bosh is getting frustrated. In a brief three-minute conversation with reporters following a 124-112 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night, Bosh criticized his teammates and himself and said he's out of explanations for Toronto's slide that has the Raptors on the fringe of missing the postseason.

Roy scores 41 as Blazers storm past Warriors

Brandon Roy scored 41 points, Andre Miller added 15 points and seven assists and the Portland Trail Blazers overcame a 13-point deficit in the fourth quarter to beat the Golden State Warriors 110-105 on Thursday night.

Roy's 41 help Blazers rally by Warriors (AP)
Brandon Roy's first career win at Oracle Arena couldn't have come at a better time for Portland as it tries to hang on to the eighth spot in the Western Conference. Roy scored 41 points, Andre Miller added 15 points and seven assists and the Trail Blazers overcame a 13-point deficit in the fourth quarter to beat the Golden State Warriors 110-105 on Thursday night.

Golden State Warriors big man Andris Biedrins undergoes surgery

The Golden State Warriors say center Andris Biedrins has undergone surgery to repair a small tear of an abdominal muscle.

Collison's 20 assists help Hornets stop Warriors

Darren Collison had 16 points and a career-high 20 assists, and the New Orleans Hornets snapped a four-game losing streak with a 135-131 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night. Collison's assists total tied Phoenix's Steve Nash for the most in an NBA game this season. Marcus Thornton and David West each scored 28 points for the Hornets, who shot 59 percent (54 of 92) and had...

New Orleans Hornets' Peja Stojakovic strains groin against Golden State Warriors

Peja Stojakovic has strained his right groin during the New Orleans Hornets' game against the Golden State Warriors.

Warriors center Andris Biedrins to undergo surgery

The Golden State Warriors say center Andris Biedrins will need to undergo surgery to repair a small tear of an abdominal muscle.

Warriors' Biedrins to have surgery; timetable unclear
The Golden State Warriors say center Andris Biedrins will need to undergo surgery to repair a small tear of an abdominal muscle.

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.

Josh Smith helps Hawks hold off Warriors (AP)

Josh Smith scored a season-high 29 points and Al Horford added 27 points and 15 rebounds as the surging Atlanta Hawks held off the Golden State Warriors 127-122 on Friday night. Atlanta, which has won four straight and six of seven, improved to 25-7 at home. The Hawks had six players in double figures, including Mike Bibby, who had a season-high 23 points, and Jamal Crawford, who scored 12 of his...

Smith, Hawks outlast Warriors, win fourth in row
Josh Smith scored a season-high 29 points and Al Horford added 27 points and 13 rebounds as the surging Atlanta Hawks held off the Golden State Warriors 127-122 on Friday night.

Is Williams the next big thing in Oakland?
Who is Reggie Williams and why should Fantasy owners care about this recent D-league promotion? Our Jamey Eisenberg caught up with him and says as long as he keeps getting opportunities in Golden State, he could shine.

Magic rip 8-man Warriors 117-90 (AP)

Dwight Howard had 28 points and 12 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic cruised to a 117-90 victory over the undermanned Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. Rashard Lewis added 17 points, and Vince Carter finished with 15 points to help the Magic win for the fifth time in six games and keep a tight grip on the Eastern Conference's No.

Howard double-double pushes Magic to big win
Dwight Howard had 28 points and 12 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic cruised to a 117-90 victory over the undermanned Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.

Wade has 35 and 12 as Heat snap skid (AP)

Afterward, Dwyane Wade could only exhale. "There's no easy wins in the NBA," Wade said. These days, that especially rings true for the Miami Heat. Wade finished with 35 points and 12 assists, Quentin Richardson hit two huge 3-pointers in the final minutes, and the Heat snapped a four-game slide by digging deep to beat the undermanned yet spirited Golden State Warriors 110-106 on...

Heat snap slide, take over 8th place in East
Dwyane Wade had 35 points and 12 assists, and the Miami Heat snapped a four-game slide by digging deep late to beat the undermanned Golden State Warriors 110-106 on Tuesday night.

Williams scores 10 points in GSW debut - Reggie Williams (F) Golden State Warriors
Reggie Williams, fresh off a D-League call up, had 10 points and five boards off the Warriors bench on Tuesday.

Ellis likely to miss Warriors' entire road trip
Golden State Warriors leading scorer Monta Ellis underwent an MRI exam on his injured back that revealed a strain, and he isn't expected to join the team at all during its five-game road trip.

Warriors won't have Ellis, Biedrins on east coast trip
The Golden State Warriors say leading scorer Monta Ellis and center Andris Biedrins are not joining the team on an East Coast trip because of injuries.

Monta Ellis, Andris Biedrins of Golden State Warriors skipping road trip due to injuries
The Golden State Warriors say leading scorer Monta Ellis and center Andris Biedrins are not joining the team on an East Coast trip because of injuries.

Warriors ride Curry, rally from 14 down to win
Stephen Curry scored 27 points and the Golden State Warriors used the hack-a-Ben strategy to finish their rally from a 14-point deficit in the second half to beat the Detroit Pistons 95-88 on Saturday night.

Warriors rally from 14 down, top Pistons (AP)

Stephen Curry scored 27 points and the Golden State Warriors used the hack-a-Ben strategy to finish their rally from a 14-point deficit in the second half to beat the Detroit Pistons 95-88 on Saturday night. Anthony Tolliver added 19 points and 14 rebounds, and C.J. Watson scored 17 points in place of injured leading scorer Monta Ellis as the Warriors snapped a five-game losing streak against the...

Sore back holds Golden State Warriors guard Monta Ellis out vs. Pistons
Golden State guard Monta Ellis missed the Warriors' game Saturday night against the Detroit Pistons because of a sore back.

Nuggets finish off Warriors without coach Karl
Chauncey Billups had 37 points and nine rebounds, Carmelo Anthony added 27 points and Denver beat Golden State 127-112 on Thursday night in the Nuggets' first game without coach George Karl since he revealed he has throat cancer.

Billups' 37 lift Nuggets without Karl (AP)

Denver's Chauncey Billups chatted amicably with an antagonizing fan in the crowd, then casually strolled over to the home team's bench and hugged Golden State trainer Tom Abdenour. That's how easy and relaxed the Nuggets were in their first game without coach George Karl since he revealed he has neck and throat cancer.

Williams helps 76ers hold off Warriors (AP)

Lou Williams scored 26 points, including a clinching 3-pointer with 14.5 seconds left, and Andre Iguodala added 22 points and seven assists as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Golden State Warriors 110-102 on Tuesday night. Williams matched his career high with five 3-pointers and had 10 rebounds and seven assists to help the Sixers win in their first game since guard Allen Iverson took an...

Undermanned Warriors rally to beat Hawks (AP)

The Atlanta Hawks lost their big lead, then their composure and finally a game that could haunt them in their quest to win the NBA's Southeast Division. Stephen Curry scored 32 points and made the go-ahead free throw in the final minute after a technical foul on Jamal Crawford to help the Golden State Warriors rally from an 18-point deficit and beat the Atlanta Hawks 108-104 on Sunday night.

Red-hot Curry paces Warriors past Hawks
Stephen Curry scored 32 points and made the go-ahead free throw in the final minute after a technical foul on Jamal Crawford to help the Golden State Warriors rally from an 18-point deficit and beat the Atlanta Hawks 108-104 on Sunday night.

Curry shines as shorthanded Warriors tip Hawks

Stephen Curry scored 32 points and made the go-ahead free throw in the final minute after a technical foul on Jamal Crawford to help the Golden State Warriors rally from an 18-point deficit to beat the Atlanta Hawks 108-104 on Sunday night.

Corey Maggette, Ronny Turiaf sit as Golden State Warriors visit Atlanta Hawks

Golden State Warriors forwards Corey Maggette and Ronny Turiaf have been scratched from the game Sunday against the Atlanta Hawks.

Warriors without Fs Maggette, Turiaf (AP)
Golden State Warriors forwards Corey Maggette and Ronny Turiaf have been scratched from the game Sunday against the Atlanta Hawks. Maggette traveled to Los Angeles to have his strained left hamstring examined. Turiaf missed the game with an illness. That left the short-handed Warriors with only eight healthy players available for the game against the Hawks, who have the fourth-best record in the...

Boozer helps Jazz extend road run to 6 (AP)

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

Monta Ellis returns to Golden State Warriors from mild knee sprain

Monta Ellis returned to the Golden State Warriors' lineup Friday night against the Utah Jazz after sitting out three games with a mild left knee sprain.

Warriors' Ellis returns from knee injury (AP)
Monta Ellis returned to the Golden State Warriors' lineup Friday night against the Utah Jazz after sitting out three games with a mild left knee sprain. The NBA's fifth-leading scorer at 26.2 points a game, Ellis had not played since injuring himself late in the fourth quarter against Dallas on Feb.

With Kobe out, Brown lifts Lakers past Warriors

The Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors 104-94 on Tuesday night.

Lakers win fourth straight without Kobe (AP)

Shannon Brown set career highs with 27 points and 10 rebounds while starting in place of the injured Kobe Bryant, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors 104-94 on Tuesday night. Andrew Bynum added 21 points and seven rebounds in his return to the lineup after missing two games because of a bruised right hip that still gives him discomfort.

Watson's career-high 40 power Warriors (AP)

C.J. Watson scored a career-high 40 points and Stephen Curry had a career-best 15 assists to help the Golden State Warriors break out to a 30-point first-half lead on the way to a 130-98 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night. With star guard Monta Ellis and his 26.2-point scoring average sidelined for a third straight game with a sprained left knee, the Warriors played one of their...

Brown plays hero as Kobe sits again
Shannon Brown set career highs with 27 points and 10 rebounds while starting in Bryant's place, and the Lakers kept rolling with a 104-94 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night.

Golden State Warriors' Monta Ellis to sit again with sprained knee

Warriors guard Monta Ellis will miss his third straight game with a sprained knee.

Kobe Bryant's won't play vs. Golden State Warriors

Kobe Bryant won't play in the Los Angeles Lakers' game against the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday, a team source told ESPN The Magazine's Ric Bucher.

Sources: Cleveland Cavaliers talking Corey Maggette with Golden State Warriors

The Cavaliers are talking to the Warriors about Corey Maggette in case a deal for Amare Stoudemire falls through, sources said on Monday.

Curry triple-double leads Warriors past Clippers

Stephen Curry recorded his first triple-double with a career-high 36 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds as the Golden State Warriors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 132-102 to snap season-high nine-game losing streak Wednesday night.

Warriors' Curry nets first triple-double (AP)

Golden State's Stephen Curry thanked the Oracle Arena crowd in a pregame speech for supporting the team through what has been a rough first half of the season. Then the Warriors rookie went out and gave them optimism for the future. Taking over the offense with leading scorer Monta Ellis sidelined with a knee injury, Curry recorded his first triple-double with a career-high 36 points, 13...

Terry scores 36, lifts Mavs by Warriors (AP)

Jason Terry scored a season-high 36 points, including the go-ahead 3-pointer, and the Dallas Mavericks rallied from a 14-point deficit to beat the Golden State Warriors 127-117 on Monday night. Josh Howard and Drew Gooden also had season bests with 25 and 24 points respectively for the Mavericks. Jason Kidd added 17 points and 12 assists.

Warriors' electric scorer Ellis has knee sprain
The Golden State Warriors say star guard Monta Ellis has a sprained left knee and could miss Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers.

Golden State Warriors guard Monta Ellis has mild left knee sprain
The Warriors say star guard Monta Ellis has a sprained left knee and could miss Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Dallas Mavericks' Erick Dampier doubtful vs. Golden State
Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle leaning toward not playing Erick Dampier vs. Golden State.

Durant helps Thunder win fifth straight (AP)

While Kevin Durant was lighting up the scoreboard in the second half, Russell Westbrook was chasing a quadruple-double. Although Westbrook settled for a double-double, he made things interesting. Durant scored 29 points, Westbrook added 21, and the Oklahoma City Thunder won their fifth straight, beating the Golden State Warriors 104-95 Saturday night.

Thunder thump Warriors for 5th consecutive win
Kevin Durant scored 29 points, Russell Westbrook added 21, and the Oklahoma City Thunder won their fifth straight, beating the Golden State Warriors 104-95 Saturday night.

Pierce, Billups headline 3-point field (AP)
All-Stars Paul Pierce of Boston and Chauncey Billups of Denver headline the field for the 3-point contest. Also chosen for the field Friday were defending champion Daequan Cook of Miami, Golden State rookie Stephen Curry, New York's Danilo Gallinari and Phoenix center Channing Frye. Cook scored 19 points in an overtime round to beat Orlando's Rashard Lewis last year.

Dirk Nowitzki bangs right thumb, returns to game vs. Warriors
Dallas forward Dirk Nowitzki had his thumb wrapped after being kicked in the right hand late in the third period of the Mavericks' 110-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.

Paul to have knee surgery Thursday (AP)
New Orleans point guard Chris Paul will have knee surgery and likely miss the All-Star game. New Orleans Hornets coach Jeff Bower said Paul will have surgery Thursday to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee. The All-Star weekend is Feb. 12-14 in Dallas. Paul hurt the knee last Wednesday against Golden State, then aggravated the injury when he collided with a camera while chasing an errant pass in...

Mavs overcome Ellis' 46, top Warriors (AP)

Jason Terry had 21 points, Dirk Nowitzki scored nine of his 20 points in the fourth quarter and the Dallas Mavericks extended Golden State's losing streak to seven games, beating the Warriors 110-101 on Wednesday night. Monta Ellis, who scored a career-high 46 points, drove for a layup to bring the Warriors to 95-92 with 5:11 left.

Dallas Mavericks center Erick Dampier inactive vs. Golden State Warriors
Dallas center Erick Dampier missed the Mavericks' game Wednesday night against the Golden State Warriors because of a knee injury.

Brooks, Landry shine as Rockets cruise (AP)

The Houston Rockets finally got a breather after a month of close games. Aaron Brooks and Carl Landry scored 24 points apiece, and the Rockets salvaged the last game of their longest homestand of the season, routing the Golden State Warriors 119-97 on Tuesday night. Trevor Ariza scored 18 points and Chuck Hayes grabbed 13 rebounds for the Rockets, who finished their six-game homestand with a...

Left hip pointer sidelines Golden State Warriors forward Corey Maggette vs. Houston Rockets
Warriors forward Corey Maggette was out of the lineup against the Rockets because of a left hip pointer.

Warriors F Maggette sits with hip injury (AP)
Golden State Warriors forward Corey Maggette is out of the lineup against the Houston Rockets because of a left hip pointer. The 6-foot-6 Maggette is the Warriors' second-leading scorer (20.7 points per game) and third-leading rebounder (six per game). Vladimir Radmanovic replaced Maggette in the starting lineup Tuesday night.

Chicago Bulls' Derrick Rose excused from All-Star rookie game
Derrick Rose has been excused from the rookie challenge at All-Star weekend and will be replaced by Golden State's Anthony Morrow.

Bulls G Rose excused from rookie game (AP)
Derrick Rose has been excused from the rookie challenge at All-Star weekend and will be replaced by Golden State's Anthony Morrow. Rose, last season's Rookie of the Year, was selected as a reserve for the All-Star game and is competing in the skills challenge as the defending champion of the event.

Durant scores 45 to lift Thunder (AP)

Kevin Durant scored a season-high 45 points to take over second place in the NBA scoring race, Russell Westbrook added 28 points and eight assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Golden State Warriors 112-104 on Sunday night. Golden State rallied back from 14 down in the fourth quarter to get within three in the final 2 minutes before Durant and Westbrook finally closed the door with five...

Durant hits mark with 45 points as Thunder win
Kevin Durant scored a season-high 45 points to take over second place in the NBA scoring race, Russell Westbrook added 28 points and eight assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Golden State Warriors 112-104 on Sunday night.

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...

Charlotte Bobcats swingman Stephen Jackson says leaving the Golden State Warriors was worthwhile
Pressing his case to be traded from the Golden State Warriors cost Stephen Jackson approximately $165,000.

Jackson happy with trade to Bobcats (AP)
Pressing his case to be traded from the Golden State Warriors cost Stephen Jackson approximately $165,000. In his first return to the San Francisco Bay area since being dealt to Charlotte on Nov. 16, Jackson said it was all worthwhile. "Where I'm at now is great, it's definitely been good for me," Jackson said Friday morning after the Bobcats' shoot-around in preparation for...

Paul takes over, scores 38 in Hornets' victory
Chris Paul scored 38 points to lead five New Orleans starters in double figures and the Hornets beat the Golden State Warriors 123-110 on Wednesday night for their fourth win in five games.

Hornets continue surge behind Paul's 38 (AP)

The New Orleans Hornets have used their successful month to take hold of eighth place in the talented Western Conference, a key step for this improving franchise. Chris Paul scored 38 points to lead five New Orleans starters in double figures and the Hornets beat the Golden State Warriors 123-110 on Wednesday night for their fourth win in five games.

Udrih, Evans help Kings end 7-game skid (AP)

Tyreke Evans looked relieved, smiling in the Sacramento Kings' locker room after an ugly victory over the Golden State Warriors. Evans supplied the scoring early and veteran Beno Udrih delivered late in the game for the Kings. Udrih scored 24 points and Evans had 23 to help Sacramento snap a seven-game losing streak with a 99-96 victory Tuesday night over the Warriors.

Oracle CEO Larry Ellison interested in buying NBA's Warriors
Oracle Corp. CEO Larry Ellison says he is interested in buying the Golden State Warriors.

Oracle CEO interested in buying Warriors (AP)
Oracle Corp. CEO Larry Ellison says he is interested in buying the Golden State Warriors. Ellison told financial analysts Wednesday he's trying to buy the team but, he says, "unfortunately you can't have a hostile takeover of a basketball team." The line got laughs because the business software maker is a serial acquirer and won a hostile takeover fight in 2005 for rival...

Hip could sideline Kings F Brockman (AP)
Sacramento Kings rookie forward Jon Brockman bruised his left hip in practice and is questionable for Tuesday night's game against Golden State. The team says Brockman hurt himself at Monday's practice. X-rays and a CT scan were negative. Brockman is averaging 2.9 points and 4.7 rebounds per game.

Golden State Warriors lose Monta Ellis in the second quarter vs. New Jersey Nets
The Golden State Warriors lost leading scorer Monta Ellis to a right ankle injury in Friday night's win over the New Jersey Nets.

Dragic rallies Suns by depleted Warriors (AP)

Goran Dragic scored 18 of his career-high 20 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Phoenix Suns past the depleted Golden State Warriors, 112-103 on Saturday night. The second-year guard from Slovenia was 4 of 6 from the field, including 3 of 5 on 3-pointers, and made 7 of 8 free throws in the quarter.

Curry fuels Warriors win with career-high 32
Stephen Curry scored a career-high 32 points, Corey Maggette added 29 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the New Jersey Nets 111-79 on Friday night

Billups scores 37, lifts Nuggets in OT (AP)

Chauncey Billups matched his career high with 37 points, including 10 in overtime, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Golden State Warriors 123-118 on Wednesday night for their fourth straight victory. Billups made a pair of 3-pointers in overtime and two free throws with 22 seconds left, but Denver wasn't able to shake the limping Warriors until the final minute.

Billups matches career high in Nuggets' OT win
Chauncey Billups matched his career high with 37 points, including 10 in overtime, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Golden State Warriors 123-118 on Wednesday night for their fourth straight victory.

Ellis, Maggette lead Warriors past Bulls (AP)

Monta Ellis had 36 points, eight assists and five rebounds, Corey Maggette added 32 points, six rebounds and five assists and the short-handed Golden State Warriors snapped a three-game losing streak with a 114-97 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Monday. Stephen Curry had 26 points, 10 rebounds and six assists and Andris Biedrins grabbed a season-high 19 rebounds to go with a career-best eight...

Bucks hold off undermanned Warriors (AP)

Brandon Jennings scored 25 points, including a pivotal 3-pointer with 18.9 seconds left, Andrew Bogut added 15 points and 16 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks held on to beat Golden State 113-104 on Friday night. The Warriors, who entered the game with just eight players in uniform, lost Anthony Morrow to a knee injury and had three others foul out, leaving coach Don Nelson with only four players.

Ellis making case for All-Star nod (AP)

Monta Ellis is putting up 30-point games at such a pace he's drawing comparisons to greats like Allen Iverson. He's also making quite a case to earn the Golden State Warriors their first All-Star nod since Latrell Sprewell 13 years ago. "He's more powerful in some ways than Iverson was," Boston coach Doc Rivers said.

Cavs hold off Warriors behind LeBron
LeBron James had 37 points, 11 assists and eight rebounds and the Cleveland Cavaliers ran their winning streak against Golden State to four with a 117-114 victory over the Warriors on Monday night.

LeBron's 37 help Cavs hold off Warriors (AP)

LeBron James had 37 points, 11 assists and eight rebounds and the Cleveland Cavaliers ran their winning streak against Golden State to four with a 117-114 victory over the Warriors on Monday night. Shaquille O'Neal added 13 points and six rebounds and three Cleveland reserves scored in double digits as well in the Cavs' fourth straight win at Oracle Arena.

Pistons beat Wizards to end 13-game skid (AP)

The Detroit Pistons finally found a team in worse shape than they are and ended a 13-game losing streak by beating the Washington Wizards 99-90 behind Charlie Villanueva's 23 points and nine rebounds Tuesday night. Richard Hamilton and Rodney Stuckey each scored 19 for the Pistons, who hadn't enjoyed a victory in a month: They beat Golden State on Dec.

LeBron's monster game enough to lift Cavaliers
LeBron James had 37 points, 11 assists and eight rebounds and the Cleveland Cavaliers ran their winning streak against Golden State to four with a 117-114 victory over the Warriors on Monday night.

Golden State Warriors could lose Anthony Randolph for over 2 months
The Warriors could be without Anthony Randolph for up to two months with an ankle injury.

Warriors F Randolph could miss 2 months (AP)
Golden State forward Anthony Randolph will be sidelined perhaps two months or more with a serious ankle injury. Randolph, a second-year pro averaging 11.6 points and 6.5 rebounds per game this season, underwent an MRI exam Monday on his injured left ankle that revealed a tear of two outside ligaments in the ankle and a sprain in another ligament.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love practices after collision
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love was back at practice, one day after banging knees with Golden State's Corey Maggette.

Warriors end road skid at 8, top Wolves (AP)

Monta Ellis emerged from the showers having played 83 out of a possible 96 minutes in less than 48 hours. So Monta, are you tired yet? "Nope," Ellis replied with a shrug. "Not really." The indefatigable Ellis had 20 points, seven rebounds and six assists in 38 minutes as the Golden State Warriors snapped an eight-game road losing streak with a 107-100 victory over the Minnesota...

Smith FTs lift Nuggets over road-weary Warriors
J.R. Smith hit two free throws with 0.4 seconds remaining, lifting the Denver Nuggets to a 123-122 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night.

Nuggets win on Smith's last-second FTs (AP)

J.R. Smith hit two free throws with 0.4 seconds remaining, lifting the Denver Nuggets to a 123-122 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. Smith, one of four Nuggets to finish with at least 20 points, was fouled by Monta Ellis while throwing up a desperation 3-pointer after taking an inbounds pass with just 3 seconds remaining.

Golden State Warriors waive Mikki Moore to free roster spot for Chris Hunter
The Golden State Warriors on Monday waived veteran center Mikki Moore, which creates the roster room to keep rookie big man Chris Hunter.

Roy scores 37, short-handed Blazers win (AP)

Brandon Roy scored 37 points, Andre Miller added 23 and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Golden State Warriors 105-89 Saturday night despite dressing only eight players. Monta Ellis continued his strong play against Portland, leading the Warriors with 30 points. Corey Maggette added 22 points and 10 rebounds and Anthony Randolph had 15 points and 11 rebounds for the Warriors, who shot 68.4...

Bryant's season-high 44 lift Lakers (AP)

Kobe Bryant had a season-high 44 points and 11 assists while making all 16 of his free throws, and the Lakers survived Golden State's 55-percent shooting for a 124-118 victory over the Warriors on Tuesday night. Pau Gasol had 27 points and 12 rebounds for the defending NBA champions, who relied even more heavily than usual on Bryant to avoid their third loss in four games over the past five...

Kobe tallies season-high in shootout
Kobe Bryant had a season-high 44 points and 11 assists while making all 16 of his free throws, and the Lakers survived Golden State's 55-percent shooting for a 124-118 victory over the Warriors on Tuesday night.

Warriors come from 18 down, stun Celtics (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 37 points and converted two free throws with 2.3 seconds left, and the Golden State Warriors rallied from an early 18-point deficit to hand the Boston Celtics just their second two-game losing streak this season with a 103-99 victory Monday night. Anthony Randolph added 18 points and nine rebounds and scored six straight during an 8-2 run late in the third quarter to put the...

Celtics lose second straight as Warriors pull off stunner
Monta Ellis scored 37 points and converted two free throws with 2.3 seconds left, and the Golden State Warriors rallied from an early 18-point deficit to hand the Boston Celtics just their second two-game losing streak this season with a 103-99 victory Monday night.

Warriors beat Suns to end 7-game skid (AP)

Corey Maggette scored a season-high 33 points and had eight rebounds, Monta Ellis added 33 points and 10 assists and the Golden State Warriors beat the Phoenix Suns 132-127 on Saturday to end a seven-game skid. Stephen Curry added 13 points, including two free throws with 3 seconds remaining, as Golden State outlasted Phoenix in a game that featured little defense from either team.

Thunder clip Suns with help from Durant's 38
Chris Paul had the kind of help the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors simply cannot give Monta Ellis at this point.

Paul helps Hornets extend Warriors' skid (AP)

Chris Paul scored 20 points and the New Orleans Hornets handed the Golden State Warriors their seventh straight loss, 108-102 on Wednesday night. Emeka Okafor had 10 points and 14 rebounds for New Orleans, which trailed late in the third quarter before surging ahead for good with a 13-2 run. David West scored 14 points and Peja Stojakovic had 13 for the Hornets.

Arenas drops 45 to end Wizards' 6-game slump
Gilbert Arenas had season-highs with 45 points and 13 assists and the Washington Wizards ended a six-game losing streak, beating the Golden State Warriors 118-109 Friday night.

Arenas scores 45 as Wizards snap skid (AP)

Gilbert Arenas had season-highs with 45 points and 13 assists and the Washington Wizards ended a six-game losing streak, beating the Golden State Warriors 118-109 Friday night. Caron Butler added a season-high 28 points and 10 rebounds for the Wizards. Brendan Haywood scored 15 points to go with 12 rebounds and Antawn Jamison had 10 points and 10 rebounds.

Washington Wizards forward Antawn Jamison leaves with shoulder stinger
Wizards forward Antawn Jamison left Washington's game against the Golden State Warriors on Friday night with a stinger in his left shoulder after a collision with rookie point guard Stephen Curry in the second quarter.

Spurs earn rare road win, top Warriors (AP)

Tim Duncan isn't surprised by the problems San Antonio has had on the road this season. The Spurs' 11-time All-Star just decided to do something about it. Duncan had 27 points and 15 rebounds, and San Antonio won for just the third time away from home this season, beating the Golden State Warriors 103-91 on Wednesday night.

Golden State Warriors coach Don Nelson returns after pneumonia
Don Nelson returned to the Warriors bench after missing five games with pneumonia.

Warriors' Mikki Moore sidelined indefinitely
Golden State Warriors center Mikki Moore will be sidelined indefinitely with bone spurs in his right heel.

Agent for Anthony Randolph of Golden State Warriors: Randolph would not oppose trade
Reports that the Warriors are willing to trade second-year forward Anthony Randolph don't bother him at all, according to his agent.

Sixers end 12-game swoon in rout of Warriors
Thaddeus Young had 26 points and 14 rebounds, Allen Iverson scored 20 points and the Philadelphia 76ers snapped a 12-game losing streak with a 117-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night.

Sixers snap 12-game skid, beat Warriors (AP)

Thaddeus Young had 26 points and 14 rebounds, Allen Iverson scored 20 points and the Philadelphia 76ers snapped a 12-game losing streak with a 117-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night. Iverson was a rookie the last time the Sixers lost 13 straight in the 1996-97 season. He played the best game of his four-game second stint in Philadelphia to help avoid another unlucky 13-game...

Rip returns, Pistons win fifth straight (AP)

For once, the Detroit Pistons were the healthier team. Even with the surprise return of Richard Hamilton after a six-week absence, the Pistons were missing three key players. Golden State was playing without five, though, and Detroit's depth turned out to be crucial, as the Pistons dominated the second half to win their fifth straight game, 104-95 over the Warriors on Saturday night.

Stuckey shines as Pistons win in Rip's return
Rodney Stuckey scored 29 points and Charlie Villanueva added 24 as the Detroit Pistons won their fifth straight game, beating the Golden State Warriors 104-95 Saturday.

Bulls beat Warriors in OT to snap skid (AP)

Though it took a few extra minutes against a last-place team, the Chicago Bulls got a much-needed victory. Luol Deng scored 21 points, Joakim Noah finished with 18 points and 14 rebounds, and the Bulls beat the Golden State Warriors 96-91 in overtime on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.

Bulls rally, snap four-game skid behind Deng
Luol Deng scored 21 points, Joakim Noah finished with 18 points and 14 rebounds, and the Chicago Bulls beat the Golden State Warriors 96-91 in overtime on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.

Ellis, Watson help Warriors beat Nets (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 14 of his 18 points in the second half, and the Golden State Warriors beat the New Jersey Nets 105-89 Wednesday night to snap a four-game losing streak. Reserve C.J. Watson also scored 18 and former Nets center Mikki Moore had 16 on a series of dunks for the Warriors, who improved to 1-1 on a five-game trip they are playing without coach Don Nelson, who is recovering from...

Thunder rally after Warriors' Maggette ejected
Kevin Durant scored 28 points, rookie James Harden added a career-high 26 and the Oklahoma City Thunder capitalized on a brief blowup by Golden State's Corey Maggette to pull away from the Warriors for a 104-88 victory on Monday night.

Warriors lose after Maggette's ejection (AP)

Kevin Durant scored 28 points, rookie James Harden added a career-high 26 and the Oklahoma City Thunder capitalized on a brief blowup by Golden State's Corey Maggette to pull away from the Warriors for a 104-88 victory on Monday night. Oklahoma City led by one when Maggette drew two technical fouls for arguing with official Derek Richardson late in the third quarter.

Carter, Magic stop Warriors for fifth straight win
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.

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...

Rockets rally to spoil Nelson's return (AP)

Aaron Brooks talked coach Rick Adelman out of a pick-and-roll on the final play. Adelman agreed, then Brooks made something happen himself. He hit two free throws with 2.1 seconds left and the Houston Rockets rallied for their eighth straight win against the Warriors, spoiling Golden State coach Don Nelson's return from pneumonia with a 111-109 victory Thursday night.

Rockets ruin Nelson's return to Warriors bench
Aaron Brooks hit two free throws with 2.1 seconds left and the Houston Rockets rallied for their eighth straight win against the Warriors, spoiling Golden State coach Don Nelson's return with a 111-109 victory Thursday night.

Golden State Warriors coach Don Nelson (pneumonia) to miss road trip
The Warriors say coach Don Nelson hasn't fully recovered from pneumonia and won't travel with the team on its five-game road trip that begins Monday in Oklahoma City.

Golden State Warriors coach Don Nelson still feeling effects of pneumonia
Don Nelson realized while out with pneumonia that he still wants to coach in the NBA for a while, even if his critics think it's about time he stepped aside.

Ellis scores career-high 45 in Warriors' victory
Monta Ellis scored a career-high 45 points, Anthony Morrow added 18 and the injury-riddled Golden State Warriors beat the Indiana Pacers 126-107 on Monday night.

Ellis scores 45 as Warriors beat Pacers (AP)

Monta Ellis scored a career-high 45 points, Anthony Morrow added 18 and the injury-riddled Golden State Warriors beat the Indiana Pacers 126-107 on Monday night. Ellis went 15 of 27 from the floor, made 14 of 16 free throws and added five rebounds in topping his previous best of 42 points while leading Golden State (6-10) back from a 15-point deficit in the first half to win for just the third...

Anthony posts 25 as Nuggets race past Warriors
Carmelo Anthony scored 25 points, Chauncey Billups had 22 and the Denver Nuggets used their biggest scoring first half of the season to pull away from the short-handed Golden State Warriors for a 135-107 victory Tuesday night.

Anthony, Billups pace Nuggets in rout (AP)

Carmelo Anthony scored 25 points, Chauncey Billups had 22 and the Denver Nuggets used their biggest scoring first half of the season to pull away from the short-handed Golden State Warriors for a 135-107 victory Tuesday night. Nene (18 points) and Chris Andersen (14) were among seven Denver players scoring in double figures, helping the Nuggets finish with a season high for points and rebound...

Lakers score season-high 130 on Warriors (AP)

Kobe Bryant sat at his locker and praised Pau Gasol, both of Bryant's feet in an ice bucket and two more bags numbing each knee. On a night when Bryant was far from his dominant self, Gasol showed what a key piece he is for the Los Angeles Lakers despite being overshadowed by superstars. They dearly missed him for the first 11 games, when Gasol was sidelined with a strained right hamstring.

Gasol's double-double leads Lakers vs. Warriors
Pau Gasol scored 22 points to lead seven players in double figures and also had 12 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers won their fifth straight game with a 130-97 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night.

Parker paces Spurs' defeat of Warriors with 32
Tony Parker scored 32 points and the San Antonio Spurs overcame another iron man performance by Monta Ellis in a 118-104 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday.

Spurs overcome Ellis' 42, beat Warriors (AP)

Tony Parker scored 32 points and the San Antonio Spurs overcame another iron man performance by Monta Ellis in a 118-104 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. Tim Duncan had 20 points and nine rebounds for the Spurs, who used a 22-3 run spanning the third and fourth quarters for their season-best third consecutive victory.

Ellis drops 37 on Mavs as late run keys Warriors
Monta Ellis scored a season-high 37 points, Anthony Morrow added a season-best 27 and the short-handed Golden State Warriors ended Dallas' five-game winning streak with a 111-103 victory over the injury-depleted Mavericks on Tuesday night.

Ellis has 37, Warriors end Mavs' streak (AP)

Monta Ellis scored a season-high 37 points, Anthony Morrow added a season-best 27 and the short-handed Golden State Warriors ended Dallas' five-game winning streak with a 111-103 victory over the injury-depleted Mavericks on Tuesday night. Dallas was led by Dirk Nowitzki's 28 points and 10 rebounds and Jason Terry's 21 points, but the Mavericks had no defensive answers for Ellis and...

Golden State Warriors coach Don Nelson has pneumonia
Golden State Warriors coach Don Nelson has pneumonia and isn't traveling with the team for two games in Texas.

Warriors coach Nelson has pneumonia (AP)
Golden State Warriors coach Don Nelson has pneumonia and isn't traveling with the team for two games in Texas. The 69-year-old Nelson, the second-winningest coach in NBA history, missed practice Sunday and again Monday. The team said he had been diagnosed with pneumonia and would miss Golden State's games Tuesday at Dallas and Wednesday at San Antonio.

Warriors sign Hunter with hardship rule - Chris Hunter (F) Golden State Warriors
The shorthanded Warriors signed big man Chris Hunter using the NBA's hardship rule.

Celtics rebound from 2-game skid behind Rondo
Rajon Rondo scored 12 of his season high-matching 18 points in the third quarter and the Boston Celtics rebounded from a two-game skid with a 109-95 win over the short-handed Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.

Celtics ride Rondo, Pierce past Warriors (AP)

Rajon Rondo scored 12 of his season high-matching 18 points in the third quarter and the Boston Celtics rebounded from a two-game skid with a 109-95 win over the short-handed Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. Paul Pierce, who missed a day of practice with a sore left knee, scored 19 on 7-of-12 shooting.

James' 31 help Cavs hold off Warriors (AP)

LeBron James had 31 points and 12 assists, J.J. Hickson added a career-high 21 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers held off a gutsy effort by the short-handed Golden State Warriors, winning 114-108 on Tuesday night. Injuries and illness left Golden State with seven healthy bodies, although the Cavaliers had their own injury concerns.

LeBron thinks he could star in NFL (AP)
LeBron James watched the Cleveland Browns get shut out by Baltimore on Monday night and came to one simple conclusion: He could help. "If I put all my time and commitment into it, if I dedicated myself to the game of football, I could be really good," the Cavaliers superstar said before facing the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night.

Warriors dress 8 players vs. Cavaliers (AP)
Playing against LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers is a tough assignment anytime. For Golden State, the task was even tougher Tuesday night. The Warriors, ravaged by injuries and illness, dressed the league minimum eight players against the Cavaliers, including newly acquired guard Raja Bell, who is expected to have wrist surgery next week.

Golden State Warriors' Kelenna Azubuike to have surgery on knee
Warriors swingman Kelenna Azubuike will undergo surgery to repair a torn patellar tendon in his left knee.

Cleveland Cavaliers without Shaquille O'Neal, Anderson Varejao against Golden State Warriors
Shaquille O'Neal and Anderson Varejao are inactive for the Cavaliers' game against Golden State.

Cavs big men Shaq, Varejao sitting out (AP)
Shaquille O'Neal and Anderson Varejao are inactive for the Cleveland Cavaliers' game against Golden State. Varejao is scratched with a hip contusion. O'Neal is missing his second straight game with a strained shoulder, and coach Mike Brown doesn't expect either player back for Wednesday night's game at Washington.

Sources say agent for unhappy Monta Ellis to meet with Golden State Warriors
Leading scorer Monta Ellis' agent, Jeff Fried, will meet with Golden State management Thursday to discuss his future (or lack thereof) with the club, according to sources.

Bobcats acquire disgruntled Jackson from Warriors
The Golden State Warriors have found a home for disgruntled guard Stephen Jackson, sending the guard to Charlotte in a four-player deal. The Bobcats announced Monday they acquired Jackson and guard Acie Law for guard Raja Bell and forward Vladimir Radmanovic. The deal breaks up a difficult relationship for Jackson and Warriors coach Don Nelson while giving a boost to the NBA's lowest-scoring team.

Bobcats acquire G Jackson from Warriors (AP)
The Golden State Warriors found a home for the disgruntled swingman Stephen Jackson on Monday, sending him to the Charlotte Bobcats in a four-player deal that pairs him with coach Larry Brown. The Bobcats sent shooting guard Raja Bell and forward Vladimir Radmanovic to the Warriors for Jackson and guard Acie Law.

Golden State Warriors in serious talks with Charlotte Bobcats about dealing Stephen Jackson, sources say
The Warriors completed a deal Monday that sends Stephen Jackson and guard Acie Law to the Bobcats in exchange for veteran swingmen Raja Bell and Vladimir Radmanovic.

Golden State Warriors president Robert Rowell says Don Nelson's job is safe
Golden State Warriors president Robert Rowell addressed several topics of contention surrounding the franchise Sunday night, including the removal of coach Don Nelson as head coach.

Golden State Warriors guard C.J. Watson tests positive for swine flu
Warriors guard C.J. Watson has tested positive for the swine flu.

Warriors' Watson tests positive for H1N1 (AP)
Golden State Warriors guard C.J. Watson has tested positive for the swine flu. The team said Monday that Watson is being treated for the illness and that the team is taking precautions mandated by the league. Watson will not be with the team for the Warriors' games Tuesday at the Cleveland Cavaliers or Wednesday at the Boston Celtics.

Shaq doubtful vs. Warriors with shoulder injury
Shaquille O'Neal's mysterious shoulder injury is expected to keep him out of Cleveland's game Tuesday against Golden State. O'Neal, who's still receiving treatment, did not practice Monday and is considered doubtful for the game. Cavaliers coach Mike Brown would not say which shoulder was injured. "We're not defining it anymore than just a shoulder strain," team spokesman Tad Carper said. O'Neal was scratched minutes before Saturday's 107-103 victory against Utah.

Shaquille O'Neal doubtful for Tuesday's game against Golden State Warriors
Shaquille O'Neal is still being treated for a strained shoulder and is listed as doubtful for Cleveland's game against Golden State on Tuesday.

Shaq doubtful vs. Warriors on Tuesday (AP)
Shaquille O'Neal is still being treated for a strained shoulder and is listed as doubtful for Cleveland's game against Golden State on Tuesday. O'Neal missed the Cavaliers' 107-104 victory against Utah on Saturday with the same injury. He appeared in 75 games last season for Phoenix, his most since the 1999-00 season in Los Angeles.

Bucks rookie Jennings scores 55 in win (AP)

Brandon Jennings scored 55 points, breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's franchise rookie record, to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a come-from-behind 129-125 victory Saturday over the Golden State Warriors. Jennings poured in 29 points in the third quarter, then scored 10 in the final 2:15 to hold off the Warriors and become only the third Bucks player to score more than 50.

Jennings torches Warriors for 55 to spark Bucks
Rookie Brandon Jennings scored a career-high 55 points, including 29 in the third quarter, to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a come-from-behind 129-125 victory Saturday over the Golden State Warriors.

Warriors hand Knicks worst start in team history
Stephen Jackson scored 23 points, three other players had 22, and the Golden State Warriors sent the New York Knicks to the worst 10-game start in franchise history with a 121-107 victory Friday night.

Knicks now 1-9 for worst 10-game start (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 23 points, three other players had 22, and the Golden State Warriors sent the New York Knicks to the worst 10-game start in franchise history with a 121-107 victory Friday night. Monta Ellis, Kelenna Azubuike and Corey Maggette all had 22 for the Warriors, who easily improved to 1-1 on a five-game Eastern Conference road trip by shooting 58 percent from the field.

Don Nelson of Golden State Warriors plans to stick with 'very difficult team'
Golden State coach Don Nelson says he planned to be retired by now, not running what he calls "a very difficult team to coach so far."

Stephen Jackson of Golden State Warriors: People want me to be the bad guy
Warriors star Stephen Jackson claims people have been portraying him as "the bad guy" since he went public with his trade request in August.

Granger's 31 and 16 lead Pacers to win (AP)

Danny Granger scored 31 points and grabbed a career-high 16 rebounds to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Golden State Warriors 108-94 on Wednesday night for their third straight win. Granger's rebounds were important because forward Troy Murphy, the team's No. 2 rebounder, sat out for the third straight game with a bruised lower back.

Warriors rip struggling Wolves 146-105 (AP)

Don Nelson is closing in on the career record for coaching wins, so he's not about to get too excited about Golden State's second victory this season. Not with a daunting road trip coming up against some of the Eastern Conference's elite teams, Nelson knows better. "You have to understand that our two wins were against teams that are struggling so I wouldn't make too much out...

Nelson: Warriors still may trade Jackson (AP)
Golden State coach Don Nelson said the Warriors are still open to trading Stephen Jackson a day after the disgruntled star's agent made disparaging comments about the coach. "We're trying to accommodate him," Nelson said. "If we can get a good deal, we'll do it. I said that over a month, month and a half ago." In an interview late Sunday with ESPN Jackson's agent,...

Evans shines, Kings 2-0 without Martin (AP)

For the second straight game, the Sacramento Kings showed they can win without leading scorer Kevin Martin. Once again it was rookie Tyreke Evans picking up the slack in the absence of Martin, who fractured his left wrist and will be out for a minimum of two months. Evans scored 18 of his 23 points in the second quarter and Sacramento beat Golden State 120-107 to win back-to-back games for the...

Evans' big second quarter shoots Kings to win
Rookie Tyreke Evans scored 18 of his 23 points in the second quarter and Sacramento beat Golden State 120-107 to win back-to-back games for the first time in nearly a year.

Ellis leads Golden State to first victory of season
Monta Ellis had 24 points and a season-high 12 assists, Anthony Morrow added 24 points, and Corey Maggette had 20 to lead Golden State to its first win of the season, 113-105 over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.

Mavs' assistant Popeye Jones arrested for DUI - Popeye Jones (F) Golden State Warriors
Mavericks assistant coach Popeye Jones was arrested on Sunday night and charged with driving while intoxicated.

Nash has 20 assists, Suns rout Warriors (AP)

Anybody waiting for Steve Nash to show his age, well, keep waiting. The 35-year-old point guard scored 18 points and had the sixth 20-assist game of his career Friday night in Phoenix's 123-101 rout of the Golden State Warriors in the Suns' home opener. The performance came two nights after he scored 14 fourth-quarter points, including the game-winning basket, in the Suns' season opener...

Nash drops 20 assists on Warriors; Suns win
Steve Nash scored 18 points and had the sixth 20-assist game of his career Friday night in Phoenix's 123-101 rout of the Golden State Warriors in the Suns' home opener.

Rockets ride ferry to game, top Warriors (AP)

Rick Adelman called his team out for being selfish and impatient. Then something clicked in the second half. The Houston Rockets are trying to find themselves without sidelined stars Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady, and Adelman realizes that will be a work in progress. Luis Scola scored 15 of his 21 points in the third quarter and grabbed 11 rebounds, Aaron Brooks had 18 points and 12 assists, and the...

Rockets get to game at Golden State by boat
Aaron Brooks never figured he'd take a ferry to a game. Not in the NBA, anyway. The Houston Rockets traveled to their game with Golden State by boat, plus a bus ride on either side. Some riders thought the Rockets were plainclothes police officers, while others figured out they were a basketball team.

Bryant, Bynum lead Lakers past Warriors (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 21 points and Andrew Bynum had 20 points and nine rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 113-107 preseason victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. The game drew a sellout crowd of 10,410 to Citizens Business Bank Arena. Anthony Morrow had 24 points, including four 3-pointers, for the Warriors (3-4), while Stephen Jackson and Monta Ellis had 15 each.

Warriors waive Shaun Pruitt - Shaun Pruitt (C) Golden State Warriors
The Warriors waived Shaun Pruitt on Wednesday.

Warriors' Nelson leaves team for family emergency
Golden State Warriors coach Don Nelson has left the team for a family emergency and will miss Tuesday night's preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers in Ontario. Nelson is with his wife, Joy, in Southern California after her 54-year-old brother, Mark Van Kampen, was injured in a motorcycle accident Sunday and had to have one of his legs amputated, the team said Monday. Nelson is expected to rejoin the team Wednesday.

Golden State Warriors' Don Nelson out Tuesday with family issue
Warriors coach Don Nelson will miss Tuesday's game due to a family emergency.

Kings' Thompson has 20 and 20 in win (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 32 points, Jason Thompson had 20 points and 20 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings beat the Golden State Warriors 101-94 in a preseason game Saturday night. Corey Maggette scored 28 points for the Warriors (3-3). Coming back from a two-game suspension, Stephen Jackson played all 48 minutes and had 22 points, seven rebounds and four assists.

Griffin scores 16 again as Clippers win (AP)

Blake Griffin scored 16 points in his second consecutive start and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Utah Jazz 103-96 in a preseason game on Saturday night. Eric Gordon and Chris Kaman also had 16 points apiece for Los Angeles, which has won four straight since a seven-point loss at Golden State in its exhibition opener.

Golden State Warriors exercise options on Brandan Wright and Anthony Randolph
The Golden State Warriors have exercised the fourth-year contract option on forward Brandan Wright and the third-year contract option on forward Anthony Randolph.

Warriors use Wright, Randolph options (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have exercised the fourth-year contract option on forward Brandan Wright and the third-year contract option on forward Anthony Randolph. The moves announced Wednesday keep Wright and Randolph under contract to the team through the 2010-11 season. Wright, the eighth overall pick in 2007, appeared in 39 games last season, averaging 8.3 points and 4.0 rebounds in 17.6 minutes...

Report: Stephen Jackson resigned to play for Golden State Warriors
Stephen Jackson reportedly is resigned to returning to the Warriors.

Clips rally from 20 down, beat Warriors (AP)

Rasual Butler scored 13 of his 27 points in the third quarter, Eric Gordon added 22 and the Los Angeles Clippers erased a 20-point deficit to beat the Golden State Warriors 124-117 on Monday night. Seven Clippers scored in double figures, including Chris Kaman, who had 16 points and nine rebounds. Point guard Baron Davis, who helped the Warriors end a 12-year playoff drought in 2006-07 before...

Latest mess costs Golden State Warriors' Stephen Jackson captain title
The Warriors stripped Stephen Jackson of his captaincy after a fight with coach Don Nelson.

Golden State Warriors plan on Tuesday meeting with Stephen Jackson
The Warriors will talk to Stephen Jackson on Tuesday in an attempt to smooth over differences between the player and team.

Warriors bench blasts Suns in outdoor game
Anthony Morrow scored 30 points off the bench and the Golden State Warriors defeated the Phoenix Suns 104-101 in an outdoor exhibition game on Saturday night at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. The game, hosted by the Suns, was played in calm conditions and with temperatures in the 70s. Last year's inaugural outdoor game in the tennis facility was hampered by winds that impacted shooting and cold temperatures that had players complaining they couldn't stay warm on the bench.

Warriors spoil Lakers' Forum return
Monta Ellis scored 24 points and the Golden State Warriors ruined the Los Angeles Lakers return to the "Fabulous" Forum with a 110-91 preseason victory Friday night. Kelenna Azubuike and Anthony Randolph both added 18 points and Andris Biedrins had 12 rebounds as the Warriors grabbed an early lead and never relinquished it.

Warriors spoil Lakers' return to Forum (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 24 points and the Golden State Warriors ruined the Los Angeles Lakers return to the "Fabulous" Forum with a 110-91 preseason victory Friday night. Kelenna Azubuike and Anthony Randolph both added 18 points and Andris Biedrins had 12 rebounds as the Warriors grabbed an early lead and never relinquished it.

Warriors beat Suns in outdoor exhibition (AP)

Anthony Morrow scored 30 points off the bench and the Golden State Warriors defeated the Phoenix Suns 104-101 in an outdoor exhibition game on Saturday night at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. The game, hosted by the Suns, was played in calm conditions and with temperatures in the 70s. Last year's inaugural outdoor game in the tennis facility was hampered by winds that impacted shooting and...

Warriors suspend G-F Jackson 2 games (AP)
Golden State Warriors swingman Stephen Jackson has been suspended for two exhibition games for conduct detrimental to the team. The team said the suspension is for Jackson's behavior Friday night against the Lakers. He picked up five fouls plus a technical foul in less than 10 minutes of action. He went to the locker room from the bench and never returned.

Golden State Warriors suspend Stephen Jackson for two games
Warriors swingman Stephen Jackson has been suspended for two exhibition games for conduct detrimental to the team.

Artest solid in LA debut, Bynum has 24 (AP)

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