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Former Indiana Pacers forward Shawne Williams arrested in Memphis
Troubled former Pacers forward Shawne Williams was arrested after police found marijuana and a loaded gun in the car he was driving.

Pacers sign 2nd-round pick Stephenson (AP)
The Indiana Pacers have signed second-round draft pick Lance Stephenson to a multiyear contract. The Pacers made the announcement Thursday, but did not disclose the terms of the deal. Stephenson was the 2010 Big East Rookie of the Year at Cincinnati this past season. The 6-foot-5 guard was the Pacers' second-leading scorer in the Orlando summer league at nearly 15 points per game, and led the...

Pacers name Kellogg as new VP
The Indiana Pacers have chosen Clark Kellogg as its vice president for player relations.

Agent: Hornets doing damage to Head (AP)
The agent for Luther Head said Wednesday that his client is healthy and that the New Orleans Hornets have not offered a reasonable explanation for why they rescinded a two-year contract offer for the veteran guard. Mark Bartelstein said the Hornets informed him not long after general manager Jeff Bower had stepped down on Tuesday that Head, who played for the Indiana Pacers last season, had failed...

Pacers tap Kellogg for player relations (AP)
The Indiana Pacers have chosen Clark Kellogg as its vice president for player relations. The 48-year-old Kellogg was the Pacers first-round pick out of Ohio State in 1982 and he played five seasons before a knee injury forced his retirement. Kellogg will continue to work as a television analyst for Pacers games and as the lead college basketball analyst for CBS Sports.

Indiana Pacers name Clark Kellogg vice president for player relations
The Indiana Pacers have chosen Clark Kellogg as its vice president for player relations.

Pacers deal keeps team in Indianapolis
Indianapolis officials and the Indiana Pacers have reached a deal to keep the team at Conseco Fieldhouse for the next three seasons while the city pays $10 million a year for running the arena.

Indiana Pacers, Indianapolis officials reach $30 million agreement on Conseco Fieldhouse operating costs
Indianapolis officials and the Indiana Pacers have reached a deal under which the team will stay in Conseco Fieldhouse the next three seasons while the city pays $10 million a year for running the arena.

No knee surgery needed for Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert
Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert won't need surgery after injuring his right knee while training with the Jamaican national team in the Dominican Republic.

City helping to keep Pacers in Indy
A new deal designed to keep the Indiana Pacers at Conseco Fieldhouse through at least 2013 calls for Indianapolis to spend at least $33.5 million to help the team's owners operate the arena and pay for improvements to the franchise's home.

Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert having injured knee examined
Pacers center Roy Hibbert injured his right knee this week while training with the Jamaican national team in the Dominican Republic.

Pacers C Hibbert to have knee examined (AP)
Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert injured his right knee this week while training with the Jamaican national team in the Dominican Republic. The Pacers said Friday that the injury was believed to be minor and that Hibbert was traveling to Indianapolis to be examined by team doctors. Hibbert is one of the team's young building blocks, along with Danny Granger.

Celtics plan to sign Jermaine O'Neal (AP)
Boston Celtics general manager Danny Ainge says the team plans to sign six-time All-Star center Jermaine O'Neal. The contract is reportedly for the mid-level exception, about $5.76 million in the first year of a two-year deal. O'Neal has averaged 14 points and 7.5 rebounds in a 14-year career for Portland, Indiana, Toronto and Miami.

Indiana Pacers continue arena talks as deadline looms
The Indiana Pacers still are renegotiating the team's lease of Conseco Fieldhouse with a Wednesday deadline approaching.

Pacers pick Ryan Reid w/ 57th pick - Ryan Reid (F) Indiana Pacers
The Pacers took power forward Ryan Reid with the 57th pick in the draft.

2010 NBA Draft: Larry Bird says Indiana Pacers might deal draft pick for point guard
Pacers president Larry Bird says he's looking to add a point guard in Thursday night's NBA draft and he is mulling over possible trades.

Pacers may deal pick for point guard
Larry Bird wants the Indiana Pacers to win now and says he'll do whatever it takes to make that happen next season.

2010 NBA Draft: Larry Bird says Indiana Pacers might deal draft pick for point guard
Pacers president Larry Bird says he's looking to add a point guard in Thursday night's NBA draft and he is mulling over possible trades.

Dallas Mavericks give draft pick to Indiana Pacers to complete Shawne Williams trade
The Dallas Mavericks finally closed the book on their unsuccessful trade for troubled forward Shawne Williams by sending the Indiana Pacers their 57th pick in the upcoming NBA draft, Mavs president of basketball operations Donnie Nelson confirmed.

Indiana drug charges tied to Randolph (AP)
A longtime friend of Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph faces drug charges after Indianapolis police said they found him driving the NBA star's sport utility vehicle with a cooler containing marijuana. Arthur Boyd, 32, was arrested after police investigated an informant's tip that Randolph was involved with Indianapolis-area drug dealers, according to court documents.

Pacers' Price has surgery for knee injury
Indiana Pacers guard A.J. Price has undergone surgery on his left knee and will go through the rehabilitation process in Indianapolis.

Indiana Pacers guard A.J. Price undergoes knee surgery
Indiana Pacers guard A.J. Price has undergone surgery on his left knee and will go through the rehabilitation process in Indianapolis.

Pacers G Price to miss 4-6 months (AP)
Indiana Pacers guard A.J. Price has undergone surgery on his left knee and will go through the rehabilitation process in Indianapolis. The Pacers said Price had successful surgery Tuesday to repair a fractured patella. He is expected to be out four to six months. The second-year guard averaged 7.3 points, 1.9 assists and 1.6 rebounds in his rookie season with Indiana.

Indiana Pacers guard A.J. Price out 4-6 months with knee injury
The Indiana Pacers say guard A.J. Price will need 4-6 months to heal from a knee injury he suffered while playing in a charity basketball game.

Pacers G Price to miss 4-6 months (AP)
The Indiana Pacers say guard A.J. Price will need 4-6 months to heal from a knee injury he suffered while playing in a charity basketball game. Price was injured in New York on Saturday night. He was examined by team doctors Monday and will undergo surgery Tuesday in Indianapolis to repair a fractured left patella.

Indianapolis would lose $55 million if Indiana Pacers left
A new study has concluded that Indianapolis businesses would lose $55 million if the Indiana Pacers left town.

Study: Indy loses $55M if Pacers leave (AP)
A new study has concluded that Indianapolis businesses would lose $55 million if the Indiana Pacers left town. Hunden Strategic Partners conducted the research for the Marion County Capital Improvement Board, which shared the findings Monday. The CIB owns Conseco Fieldhouse, where the Pacers play home games.

Agent: Ford will be back with Pacers
Indiana Pacers point guard T.J. Ford will pick up the player option on the final year of his contract and return to the team next season.

Agent: T.J. Ford to return to Indiana Pacers next season
Indiana Pacers point guard T.J. Ford will pick up the player option on the final year of his contract and return to the team next season.

Agent: PG Ford to return to Pacers (AP)
Indiana Pacers point guard T.J. Ford will pick up the player option on the final year of his contract and return to the team next season. Bob Myers, Ford's agent, said the paperwork is in process. Ford is owed $8.5 million next year. Ford joined the team via a trade with Toronto two years ago. He averaged a career-high 14.9 points his first season with the Pacers, despite splitting time with...

Pacers prez Bird: Granger has regressed (AP)
Danny Granger, now more than ever, understands that Larry Bird is hard to please. Granger averaged 24.1 points this season, fourth-highest in team history and eighth-best in the league, but the Indiana Pacers president said his high-scoring forward took a step back. "I think sometimes, he rushes into things," Bird said.

Rivers to weigh options in offseason (AP)
Doc Rivers says he'll consider whether to return as coach of the Boston Celtics after the season, just as he does every year. Rivers said Wednesday night that his family will be a key factor. Next season, one of his sons will be a senior basketball player at Indiana University and his daughter will be a senior volleyball player at the University of Florida.

Carter leads Magic to fifth straight win (AP)
The Orlando Magic are finishing the regular season with a kick. Vince Carter scored 21 points to help Orlando beat the Indiana Pacers 118-98 on Monday night for their fifth straight win. Jameer Nelson had 15 points, eight assists and seven rebounds and Rashard Lewis scored 14 points for the Magic. Matt Barnes had 13 points and 11 rebounds and Dwight Howard added 12 points and 11 rebounds for...

Pacers top Nets for 10th win in 12 games (AP)
Danny Granger and the Indiana Pacers didn't underestimate the New Jersey Nets. Troy Murphy had 25 points and nine rebounds, and Granger scored 16 of his 22 points in the second half, leading the streaking Pacers to a 115-102 victory over the NBA's worst team Saturday night. "No sympathy," Granger said about Nets (12-68).

Brown may keep James out for season (AP)
LeBron James' regular season could be over. James was one of four starters missing for Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. With home-court advantage already clinched throughout the playoffs, coach Mike Brown didn't rule out his healthy superstar also sitting against Orlando on Sunday and Atlanta on Wednesday.

Hibbert, McRoberts lead Pacers past Rockets
Roy Hibbert had 20 points and 11 rebounds, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 133-102 victory over the Houston Rockets on Sunday for their ninth home win in 10 games.

Pacers stay hot at home, beat Rockets (AP)
Roy Hibbert had 20 points and 11 rebounds, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 133-102 victory over the Houston Rockets on Sunday for their ninth home win in 10 games. Josh McRoberts had a career-high 18 points and tied a career high with 12 rebounds, and Danny Granger scored 18 for the Pacers, who have won seven of nine overall to improve to 29-48.

Wade explodes for 43 in Heat's defeat of Pacers
Dwyane Wade scored 43 points, eight in overtime, and the Miami Heat rallied for a 105-96 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night.

Wade scores 43, Heat top Pacers in OT (AP)
Dwyane Wade scored 43 points, eight in overtime, and the Miami Heat rallied for a 105-96 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. Wade hit consecutive 3-pointers to give the Heat a 101-93 lead with 1:17 left in overtime. He made 14-of-22 field goals, including 2-of-3 3-pointers, and converted 13-of-17 free throws.

Granger lifts Pacers, home streak hits 8 (AP)
Danny Granger scored 25 of his 33 points in the second half, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 102-95 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night for their eighth straight home win. Troy Murphy added 19 points and 13 rebounds, and Roy Hibbert and Earl Watson each scored 10 for the Pacers, who have won six of seven to improve to 28-47.

Smith, Hawks snap Pacers' 5-game win streak
Josh Smith had 21 points and 13 rebounds, Al Horford added 18 points and 12 boards, and the Atlanta Hawks snapped the Indiana Pacers' five-game winning streak with a 94-84 victory on Sunday.

Hawks win eighth straight at home (AP)
Josh Smith had 21 points and 13 rebounds, Al Horford added 18 points and 12 boards, and the Atlanta Hawks snapped the Indiana Pacers' five-game winning streak with a 94-84 victory on Sunday. The Hawks, who had dropped two of three overall, increased their home winning streak to a season-high eight games.

Granger scores career-high 44 in defeat of Jazz
Danny Granger scored 18 of his career-high 44 points in the fourth quarter to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Utah Jazz 122-106 on Friday night.

Granger's career-high 44 lifts Pacers (AP)
Danny Granger scored 18 of his career-high 44 points in the fourth quarter to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Utah Jazz 122-106 on Friday night. It was the fourth straight game in which Granger has scored at least 30 points. He made 14 of 23 attempts from the floor, including 5 of 10 from 3-point range.

Wizards tie franchise mark with 13th loss in row
Danny Granger scored 31 points to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Washington Wizards 99-82 on Wednesday night and extend Washington's losing streak to a franchise record-tying 13 games.

Pacers hand Wizards 13th straight loss (AP)
Danny Granger scored 31 points to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Washington Wizards 99-82 on Wednesday night and extend Washington's losing streak to a franchise record-tying 13 games. Andray Blatche started for the Wizards a night after he was benched for most of the game following a spat with coach Flip Saunders.

Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders starts forward Andray Blatche after refusal to play
Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders says Andray Blatche will start against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night after opting not to re-enter Tuesday's game against Charlotte.

Wizards F Blatche to start vs. Pacers (AP)
Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders says Andray Blatche will start against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night after opting not to re-enter Tuesday's game against Charlotte. Blatche did not return after the first 7 1/2 minutes of the 95-86 overtime loss to the Charlotte Bobcats. Saunders said Blatche didn't want to listen when he tried to talk to the forward about playing better...

Pistons' 8-year playoff streak to end (AP)
Danny Granger scored 32 points and the Indiana Pacers snapped a nine-game road losing streak with a 98-83 victory over the Detroit Pistons Tuesday night. Indiana is just 20-46 against the rest of the NBA, but beat Detroit in all four meetings this season -- the first time the Pacers swept a season series with the Pistons.

Granger's 32 lift Pacers past Thunder (AP)
Danny Granger scored 32 points to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 121-101 Sunday. Troy Murphy had 22 points and 13 rebounds and Roy Hibbert had 20 points and eight rebounds for the Pacers, who have won three of four. Indiana shot 52 percent in the game. Oklahoma City, one of the league's best defensive teams, allowed its highest point total of the season.

Granger's 32 help Pacers overpower Thunder
Danny Granger scored 32 points to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 121-101 Sunday.

Granger's 29 lift Pacers past Pistons (AP)
A couple of bleary-eyed days couldn't knock Danny Granger off his game. The Indiana forward returned from a right cheek injury Friday night, making three critical free throws late and finishing with 29 points to help the Pacers get beat the Detroit Pistons 106-102. On Wednesday, the Pacers said Granger was out indefinitely.

Granger back with 29 points as Pacers survive
Danny Granger scored 29 points in his return from a cheek injury, and Troy Murphy had 20 points in the Indiana Pacers 106-102 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night.

Detroit Pistons will closely monitor Rodney Stuckey's return
Detroit coach John Kuester said guard Rodney Stuckey will play Friday night at Indiana, though the team will closely monitor how things go.

Indiana Pacers' Danny Granger released from hospital
Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger has been released from a hospital after a CT scan on his head and neck found no problems.

Cavs clinch second straight division (AP)
LeBron James had 32 points, nine rebounds and nine assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers clinched their second straight outright Central Division championship and third in team history, beating Indiana 99-94 on Wednesday night. Cleveland (54-15) is the first team this season to clinch its division. After Cleveland's 18-point lead was cut to one, James had six points, two blocks, two steals and...

LeBron, Cavaliers clinch outright Central title
LeBron James had 32 points, nine rebounds and nine assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers clinched their second straight outright Central Division championship and third in team history, beating Indiana 99-94 on Wednesday night.

Cleveland Cavaliers' Delonte West available for game against Indiana Pacers
Cleveland's Delonte West is available for the Cavaliers' game Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers.

Pacers hold on, snap Bobcats' win streak (AP)
Danny Granger scored 26 points to help the Indiana Pacers beat Charlotte 99-94 on Tuesday night, denying the Bobcats what would have been a franchise-record seventh consecutive victory. Troy Murphy had 16 points and 13 rebounds, and Mike Dunleavy added 15 points for Indiana, which had lost 14 of its previous 17 games.

Granger, Pacers stop Bobcats' win streak at six
Danny Granger scored 26 points to help the Indiana Pacers beat Charlotte 99-94 on Tuesday night, denying the Bobcats what would have been a franchise-record seventh consecutive victory.

Pacers PG Ford out 7-10 days (AP)
Pacers point guard T.J. Ford is expected to miss seven to 10 days with a sore left groin. Coach Jim O'Brien made the announcement before Indiana played the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday. Ford was injured early in the first quarter of a loss to the Celtics in Boston on Friday night. He was averaging 10.3 points and 3.8 assists in 41 games, including 10 starts.

Bucks win sixth straight, defeat Pacers (AP)
Scott Skiles warned the Milwaukee Bucks about not taking the Indiana Pacers for granted. The team listened just well enough. Jerry Stackhouse tied his season high with 20 points and the Bucks survived a late rally from the short-handed Indiana Pacers for a 98-94 victory Sunday, their sixth straight win.

Bucks withstand rally from shorthanded Pacers
Jerry Stackhouse tied his season-high with 20 points and the Milwaukee Bucks survived a late rally from the short-handed Indiana Pacers for a 98-94 win on Sunday.

Indiana Pacers' T.J. Ford expected to miss seven to 10 days
Pacers point guard T.J. Ford is expected to miss seven to 10 days with a sore left groin.

Celtics avoid 3-game skid, beat Pacers (AP)
The Boston Celtics went home after their last loss with the boos of the hometown fans still ringing in their ears. When they got together on Friday morning, they had plenty to talk about. "We really had a heart-to-heart this morning," Celtics captain Paul Pierce said after scoring 20 points in three quarters to help Boston snap a two-game losing streak and beat the Indiana Pacers 122-103.

Celtics dismantle Pacers to halt two-game skid
Paul Pierce scored 20 points and Rajon Rondo had 16 points and 11 assists in just three quarters Friday night as the Boston Celtics snapped a two-game losing streak with a 122-103 victory over the Indiana Pacers.

Jones, Rush help Pacers snap 4-game skid (AP)

Dahntay Jones scored 25 points, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 107-96 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night that snapped a four-game losing streak. Brandon Rush had 24 points and nine rebounds, and Troy Murphy added 19 points for the Pacers (21-43), who won for just the second time in nine games.

Phoenix Suns' Channing Frye, Indiana Pacers' Danny Granger suspended one game for altercation
Channing Frye and Danny Granger have been suspended one game without pay by the NBA for their part in an altercation Saturday.

Altercations, technicals mar Suns' 1,900th win
Amare Stoudemire scored 30 points for the third consecutive game and the Phoenix Suns beat the Indiana Pacers 113-105 on Saturday for the 1,900th victory in franchise history in a game marred by two fights and eight technical fouls.

Suns ride Amare to rowdy win over Pacers (AP)

Amare Stoudemire scored 30 points for the third consecutive game and the Phoenix Suns beat the Indiana Pacers 113-105 on Saturday night for the 1,900th victory in franchise history in a game marred by two fights and eight technical fouls. Things got heated with 46.7 seconds remaining in the third period when the Pacers' Earl Watson appeared to push the Suns' Channing Frye.

Anthony's 34 carry short-handed Nuggets (AP)

Carmelo Anthony scored 34 points and the Denver Nuggets overcame the injury-related absences of Kenyon Martin and Ty Lawson to beat the Indiana Pacers 122-114 on Friday night. J.R. Smith added 20 points off the bench and Chauncey Billups had 14 for the Nuggets, who sent the Pacers to their fifth loss in a row on the road.

Lakers dominate 3rd quarter, rout Pacers (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 24 points, hitting 14 of 15 free throws, and the Los Angeles Lakers pulled away with a dominating third-quarter run for a 122-99 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night. Andrew Bynum added 16 points and Pau Gasol had 14 points and 16 rebounds for the defending NBA champions, who fell behind early before improving to 14-0 against the Pacers at Staples Center.

Pacers suspend Jones 1 game for conduct detrimental
The Indiana Pacers have suspended forward Solomon Jones for one game because of conduct detrimental to the team.

Pacers suspend F Jones for 1 game (AP)
The Indiana Pacers have suspended forward Solomon Jones for one game because of conduct detrimental to the team. The Pacers provided no additional details Monday explaining why Jones was suspended. Spokeswoman Krissy Myers said the Pacers would have no comment beyond a two-sentence news release issued by the team Jones will miss Tuesday night's game in Los Angeles against the Lakers.

Indiana Pacers suspend F Solomon Jones for game vs. Los Angeles Lakers
The Indiana Pacers have suspended forward Solomon Jones for one game because of conduct detrimental to the team.

Pacers waive injured PG Diener (AP)
The Indiana Pacers have waived point guard Travis Diener, who played in only four games with Indiana this season because of a foot injury. The 6-foot-1 guard had surgery after injuring the big toe of his left foot in late September. Diener had averaged 5.4 points and 3.0 assists in playing 121 games since Indiana signed the former Marquette star as a free agent in 2007.

Granger leads Pacers past Bulls 100-90 (AP)

Danny Granger had 30 points and eight rebounds to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Chicago Bulls 100-90 on Saturday night. Dahntay Jones and Troy Murphy each had 17 points, and Roy Hibbert had 12 for Indiana. The Pacers snapped a three-game losing streak and won for just the second time in nine games to improve to 20-39.

Bucks pull away late to stay perfect vs. Pacers
John Salmons scored 20 points, and Brandon Jennings had 18 points and seven assists to help the Milwaukee Bucks win their fifth straight game, 112-110 over the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night.

Bucks beat Pacers for fifth straight win (AP)

John Salmons scored 20 points, and Brandon Jennings had 18 points and seven assists to help the Milwaukee Bucks win their fifth straight game, 112-110 over the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night. Andrew Bogut added 15 points and 10 rebounds for the Bucks, 29-28 overall and 3-0 against the Pacers this season.

Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah will play vs. the Indiana Pacers
Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah will play vs. the Indiana Pacers.

Bulls blow 23-point lead, beat Pacers (AP)

Luol Deng scored a season-high 31 points, and the Chicago Bulls pulled away for a wild 120-110 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night after blowing an early 23-point lead. Derrick Rose added 23 points, eight assists and nine rebounds as the Bulls won for the seventh time in nine games. The Bulls led by 23 in the first quarter and were up 19 going into the second, only to watch it all...

Indiana Pacers get Danny Granger back but Mike Dunleavy sits out
Pacers scoring leader Danny Granger returned Wednesday, but Mike Dunleavy was sidelined with food poisoning.

Pacers' Granger returns, Dunleavy out (AP)
Indiana Pacers scoring leader Danny Granger returned Wednesday night against the Chicago Bulls after sitting out a game because of personal reasons, while forward Mike Dunleavy missed the game because of food poisoning. Granger, averaging 22.9 points, did not play Monday night in a loss at Dallas -- the Pacers' fifth in six games -- after scoring a season-high 36 points in a victory at...

Mavs ride Haywood to fourth straight win (AP)

Brendan Haywood tied a career high with 20 rebounds and the Dallas Mavericks improved to 4-0 with him as their starting center in a 91-82 victory against the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. Haywood, who came over from Washington in a Feb. 13 trade, scored 13 points and added three blocks to anchor a defense that was struggling.

Indiana Pacers' Danny Granger sits out for personal reasons
Danny Granger will miss Monday night's game at Dallas for unspecified personal reasons.

Pacers' Granger out for personal reasons (AP)
Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger will miss Monday night's game at Dallas for unspecified personal reasons. Granger's absence came two nights after he scored a season-high 36 points in a 125-115 victory at Houston. He also had seven rebounds, four assists and three steals. Granger was out a month earlier this season with a heel injury.

Granger leads Pacers by new-look Rockets (AP)

The Indiana Pacers weren't too impressed with the new-look Houston Rockets. Danny Granger scored 36 points, T.J. Ford led a second-half surge and the Pacers snapped a four-game losing streak with a 125-115 victory over the Rockets on Saturday night. The Rockets, playing their first game with four new players from a three-team trade, led most of the game but the Pacers rallied from nine points...

Granger's 36 hand new-look Rockets big loss
Danny Granger scored 36 points, T.J. Ford led a second-half surge and the Indiana Pacers snapped a four-game losing streak with a 125-115 victory over the revamped Houston Rockets on Saturday night.

Collison triple-double powers Hornets by Pacers
Rookie Darren Collison registered his first career triple-double with 18 points, 13 rebounds and 12 assists, and the New Orleans Hornets beat the Indiana Pacers 107-101 on Friday night.

Collison's triple-double lifts Hornets (AP)

Rookie Darren Collison registered his first career triple-double with 18 points, 13 rebounds and 12 assists, and the New Orleans Hornets beat the Indiana Pacers 107-101 on Friday night. Collison joined injured star Chris Paul as the only Hornets to record triple-doubles since former New Orleans point guard Baron Davis had one on Jan.

Parker returns, leads Spurs past Pacers (AP)

A bit of rest and relaxation in Malibu was all a hobbled Tony Parker needed to start blowing by the competition again. Parker returned after missing San Antonio's final game before the All-Star break because of a strained left hip flexor. Fresh off a four-day vacation with wife Eva Longoria, he scored 28 points to help the Spurs beat the Indiana Pacers 90-87 on Wednesday night.

Indiana Pacers center Jeff Foster undergoes back surgery
Indiana Pacers center Jeff Foster will miss the rest of the season after undergoing what the team calls successful back surgery.

Indiana Pacers fan asked by Larry Bird to be patient
Pacers president Larry Bird is urging fans to remain patient through the team's struggles.

Bird urges Pacers fans to remain patient (AP)
Pacers president Larry Bird is urging fans to remain patient through the team's struggles. Indiana enters the All-Star break with an 18-34 record, well out of the playoff race after missing the postseason for the past three seasons. Last month, some players were openly wondering if their "weak-minded" defense could be righted and attendance woes have been a problem now for years,...

Court upholds dismissal of suit against 2 Pacers in Palace brawl
The Michigan Court of Appeals has refused to revive a lawsuit by a Palace of Auburn Hills employee against two Indiana Pacers players over her injuries in a 2004 brawl.

Dismissal of suit in Palace brawl upheld (AP)
The Michigan Court of Appeals has refused to revive a lawsuit by a Palace of Auburn Hills employee against two Indiana Pacers players over her injuries in a 2004 brawl. The court released a decision Wednesday upholding an Oakland County judge's decision to throw out the case against then-Pacers players Jermaine O'Neal and David Harrison and the team itself.

Deng scores 23 to lead Bulls past Pacers (AP)

Luol Deng had 23 points and 11 rebounds, and the Chicago Bulls beat the Indiana Pacers 109-101 on Tuesday night. Derrick Rose and John Salmons each scored 21 points for the Bulls, who had lost three of their previous four. Kirk Hinrich scored 17 points, and Brad Miller added 13 for Chicago. Danny Granger had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Troy Murphy had 18 points and 16 rebounds and Earl Watson added...

Indiana Pacers lose Jeff Foster for season; Tyler Hansbrough out
Pacers center Jeff Foster will miss the rest of the season to have back surgery.

Pacers C Foster out reason of season with back injury
Indiana Pacers center Jeff Foster will miss the rest of the season with a back injury.

Bogut's 21 help surging Bucks by Pacers (AP)

Andrew Bogut scored 21 points and Luc Mbah a Moute added 18 points to help the Milwaukee Bucks hold off the Indiana Pacers 93-81 Saturday. One night after leaving the game against the New York Knicks in the first quarter with a migraine headache, Bogut dominated the inside as he hit 9 of 15 shots and grabbed 8 rebounds.

Granger's 25 help Pacers rout Pistons (AP)

Danny Granger scored 25 points to help Indiana beat the Detroit Pistons 107-83 on Friday night in one of the Pacers' most lopsided wins in the series. Only a last-second layup by Detroit prevented the Pacers from tying the franchise record for its biggest win over the Pistons, a 26-point blowout in 1995.

Bosh leads short-handed Raptors by Nets (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 20 points, Sonny Weems set career highs with 14 points and 11 rebounds and the short-handed Toronto Raptors beat the New Jersey Nets 108-99 on Wednesday night, their fifth win in six games. A night after scoring a career-high 34 points in a road loss to Indiana, Andrea Bargnani had 20 points for Toronto.

Pacers snap Raptors' win streak at 5 (AP)

Danny Granger scored 23 points and the Indiana Pacers snapped the Toronto Raptors' five-game winning streak with a 130-115 victory on Tuesday night. Troy Murphy had 20 points and 14 rebounds for Indiana, which ended a three-game skid. Roy Hibbert had 18 points and nine boards, and Earl Watson added 15 points and a season-high 11 assists.

Bosh's double-double powers Raptors to victory
Chris Bosh had 26 points and 15 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani scored 17 points and the Toronto Raptors won their fifth straight game, beating the Indiana Pacers 117-102 on Sunday night.

Bosh lifts Raptors to fifth straight win (AP)

Chris Bosh had 26 points and 15 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani scored 17 points and the Toronto Raptors won their fifth straight game, beating the Indiana Pacers 117-102 on Sunday night. Former Pacers guard Jarrett Jack scored 16 points and was one of seven Raptors to reach double figures as Toronto shot a season-best 60.2 percent (50 for 83) and topped 100 points for the 13th straight game.

LeBron's near triple-double propels Cavs to rout
LeBron James finished one rebound short of a triple-double, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Indiana Pacers 94-73 on Friday night.

James nears triple-double as Cavs cruise (AP)

LeBron James finished one rebound short of a triple-double, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Indiana Pacers 94-73 on Friday night. James finished with 22 points, a season-high 13 assists and nine rebounds. It was the third time in five games that he missed a triple-double by a single rebound. Shaquille O'Neal tied a season high with 22 points for the Cavaliers, who won their seventh straight...

Bryant, Bynum help Lakers rout Pacers (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 29 points and Andrew Bynum added a season-high 27 to help the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Indiana Pacers 118-96 on Wednesday night. Bryant also had nine rebounds and seven assists, and Bynum had 12 rebounds. Pau Gasol had 21 points and 13 rebounds and Lamar Odom added 12 points and 14 rebounds for the Lakers, who won at Washington on Tuesday.

Kobe, Bynum set pace as Lakers win in Indiana
Kobe Bryant and Andrew Bynum led the Lakers past the Pacers on Wednesday.

Granger's 26 lift Pacers over 76ers (AP)

Danny Granger scored 26 points and Dahntay Jones had 18 points to lead the Indiana Pacers to a 109-98 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. The Pacers earned a split of the home-and-home series after Philadelphia won 107-97 on Saturday night. Jones scored seven straight points late in the fourth quarter that helped the Pacers put this one away for a rare road win.

Brand, Iverson help Sixers beat Pacers (AP)

Elton Brand scored 23 points, and Thaddeus Young had 22 points and 10 rebounds in the Philadelphia 76ers' 107-97 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. Allen Iverson, recently voted a starter for the Eastern Conference All-Star team, had 17 points, five rebounds and three assists for the 76ers (15-28).

Howard's 32 and 11 help Magic snap skid (AP)

Dwight Howard had 32 points and 11 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic held off the Indiana Pacers for a 109-98 victory Wednesday night to end a three-game losing streak. Matt Barnes added 16 rebounds, 10 points and six assists to help the streaky Magic build a 29-point first half lead before going cold.

Wade helps Heat stake early lead as Pacers fall
Dwyane Wade scored 18 of his 32 points in the first quarter as Miami ran out to a commanding early lead, and the Heat went on to beat the Indiana Pacers 113-83 on Tuesday night.

Heat start fast, roll past Pacers 113-83 (AP)

Dwyane Wade scored 18 of his 32 points in the first quarter as Miami ran out to a commanding early lead, and the Heat went on to beat the Indiana Pacers 113-83 on Tuesday night. Michael Beasley scored 21 for Miami, which led 36-19 after one quarter and by 23 at one point in the opening half. Wade shot 12 of 20 and passed the career 11,000-point mark with a second-quarter layup.

Pacers struggling with injuries, lapses (AP)
Pacers president Larry Bird focused his offseason on adding inexpensive, defensive-minded players to complement a potent offense in hopes of returning to the playoffs after a three-year absence. The overhaul hasn't led to better production, one of the key reasons Indiana has been a disappointment the first half of the season.

West fuels Hornets to 4th straight over Pacers
David West scored 24 points and Chris Paul just missed a triple-double, leading the New Orleans Hornets to a 101-96 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night.

Paul nears triple-double, lifts Hornets (AP)

David West and the New Orleans Hornets keep showing they can't be counted out in the Western Conference. West scored 24 points and Chris Paul just missed a triple-double, leading the Hornets to a 101-96 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. New Orleans (21-18), which began the season 3-8, has won eight of 10 to move within five games of Southwest Division leader Dallas.

Big 1st half helps Pacers cruise by Nets (AP)

Danny Granger scored 22 of his 28 points in a 72-point first-half blitz and the Indiana Pacers posted their third straight win with a 121-105 victory over the woeful New Jersey Nets on Friday night. Troy Murphy added 21 points and 14 rebounds, Brandon Rush had 15 points and Mike Dunleavy 14 for the Pacers, who took a different approach after rallying from 20-plus point deficits in winning their...

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.

Granger, Dunleavy rally Pacers past Suns (AP)

Danny Granger scored 33 points, Mike Dunleavy added a season-high 30 and the Indiana Pacers overcame a 24-point deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns 122-114 on Wednesday night. It was the second straight game the Pacers trailed by more than 20 points in the second quarter and won. Indiana was down 23 against Toronto on Monday before rallying for a victory.

Pacers overcome 24-point deficit, drop Suns
Danny Granger scored 33 points, Mike Dunleavy added a season-high 30 and the Indiana Pacers overcame a 24-point deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns 122-114 on Wednesday night.

Phoenix Suns guard Steve Nash bloodied, receives seven stitches vs. Indiana Pacers
Steve Nash has left Phoenix's game against Indiana after his mouth was bloodied when he was hit by an elbow from Pacers guard Earl Watson.

Jackson scores 43 as Bobcats top Rockets (AP)

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

Pacers rally from 23 down, beat Raptors (AP)

Danny Granger scored 23 points, and the Indiana Pacers overcame a 23-point deficit to beat the Toronto Raptors 105-101 on Monday night. Troy Murphy had 20 points and 16 rebounds, A.J. Price scored 16 points and Mike Dunleavy added 15 for the Pacers, who had lost two straight. It was Indiana's first win since Granger's return from a heel injury that had kept him out for a month.

Timberwolves C Jefferson to be traded? (AP)
Minnesota Timberwolves center Al Jefferson brushed off rumors of a potential trade on Monday morning. He says trade rumors are just a part of life in the NBA and he will not worry about them. Jefferson spoke in Denver after the team's morning shootaround. He was responding to a report by Yahoo! that cited anonymous sources in saying Timberwolves president David Kahn offered Jefferson to Indiana...

Durant drops season-high 40 in win vs. Pacers
Kevin Durant matched his season high with 40 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder won for the seventh time in nine games, beating the Indiana Pacers 108-102 on Saturday night.

Durant scores 40 as Thunder beat Pacers (AP)

Kevin Durant matched his season high with 40 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder won for the seventh time in nine games, beating the Indiana Pacers 108-102 on Saturday night. Russell Westbrook added 18 points, nine rebounds and six assists for the Thunder (20-16), who are three wins shy of matching their total from last season.

Wolves ruin Granger's return, top Pacers (AP)

Al Jefferson had 25 points and 12 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves spoiled Danny Granger's surprise return with a 116-109 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. Kevin Love had 18 points and 13 rebounds, and Ryan Gomes added 15 points and eight rebounds for the Timberwolves, who snapped a five-game losing streak.

Danny Granger (heel) makes Indiana Pacers' return vs. Minnesota
Pacers All-Star Danny Granger returned to Indiana's starting lineup on Friday night against Minnesota, one day after his coach ruled him out for this weekend's games.

Pacers F Granger starts vs. Wolves (AP)
Pacers All-Star Danny Granger returned to Indiana's starting lineup on Friday night against Minnesota, one day after his coach ruled him out for this weekend's games. Pacers coach Jim O'Brien said Thursday that Granger would miss games on Friday at Minnesota and Saturday at Oklahoma City.

Indiana Pacers All-Star forward Danny Granger nearing return
Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger expects to play soon after missing the past month with an injured heel.

Waiver Wire: Is Luther playing head games?
The Wizards have to make some changes with Gilbert Arenas out indefinitely. Our Sergio Gonzalez touches on that development and the emergence of Luther Head in Indiana in his latest edition of Playing the Waiver Wire.




Hibbert's career-high 26 lift Pacers past Magic
Roy Hibbert scored a career-high 26 points, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 97-90 victory over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night.

Hibbert's 26 lift Pacers over Magic (AP)

Roy Hibbert scored a career-high 26 points, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 97-90 victory over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night. Hibbert, a 7-2 center, added eight rebounds and four blocks. Luther Head had 18 points and Dahntay Jones scored 13 for the Pacers, who have won two of three after losing eight straight.

Knicks post near-historic 132-89 rout (AP)

Wilson Chandler scored 23 points, David Lee added 22 points and 16 rebounds, and the New York Knicks flirted with the biggest victory in franchise history in beating the Indiana Pacers 132-89 on Sunday night. Danilo Gallinari finished with 20 points and eight rebounds for the Knicks, who led by 48 points -- the largest lead in the NBA this season -- and won for the 10th time in 15 games over the...

Pacers topple Wolves to end eight-game skid
Roy Hibbert and Luther Head each scored 21 points and the Indiana Pacers beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 122-111 on Saturday night to snap an eight-game losing streak.

Pacers halt 8-game slide, beat Wolves (AP)

Roy Hibbert and Luther Head each scored 21 points and the Indiana Pacers beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 122-111 on Saturday night to snap an eight-game losing streak. Brandon Rush scored 16 points and Mike Dunleavy added 15 points and eight rebounds for the Pacers. Al Jefferson scored 23 points, Wayne Ellington had a career-high 16 and Kevin Love also scored 16 for the Timberwolves, who have lost...

Indiana Pacers without Tyler Hansbrough, Troy Murphy vs. Timberwolves
Indiana Pacers forwards Troy Murphy and Tyler Hansbrough missed Saturday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves because of injuries.

Pacers stumble to eighth straight loss (AP)

Rudy Gay scored 31 points to lead the Memphis Grizzlies over Indiana 121-110 on Wednesday night, the Pacers' eighth straight loss. Zach Randolph had 28 points and 13 rebounds, and Marc Gasol added 21 points and 10 boards for the Grizzlies. Former Pacer Jamaal Tinsley scored three points in 15 minutes for Memphis.

Banged-up Indiana Pacers without troy Murphy, Tyler Hansbrough
Troy Murphy and Tyler Hansbrough missed the Pacers game on Wednesday.

Bulls blow 19-point lead but beat Pacers (AP)

Derrick Rose scored 28 points and the Chicago Bulls blew an early 19-point lead before recovering in the second half to beat the Indiana Pacers 104-95. Chicago's second straight home victory could take some heat off coach Vinny Del Negro, whose job status has been the subject of much speculation after Chicago's disappointing start (now 12-17).

Wade scores 25 as Heat rip Pacers 114-80 (AP)

Dwyane Wade scored 25 points in only 28 minutes, Jermaine O'Neal added 19 points on 6 of 7 shooting against his former team and the Miami Heat enjoyed their largest victory margin this season by topping the Indiana Pacers 114-80 on Sunday night. Michael Beasley scored 16 points and Udonis Haslem added 13 for Miami, 5-1 in its last six games.

Horford's 25 and 19 get Hawks by Pacers (AP)

Atlanta coach Mike Woodson wanted to see more consistency from his team Saturday night. He'll settle for another road victory. The Hawks relied on their rugged inside tandem of Al Horford and Josh Smith to overwhelm sluggish Indiana, 110-98. Horford finished with 25 points and a season-high 19 rebounds.

Horford's season-high 19 boards boost Hawksboost
Al Horford had 25 points and a season-high 19 rebounds Saturday night, leading the Atlanta Hawks past the Indiana Pacers, 110-98.

Pierce shakes slow start, lifts Celts over Pacers
Paul Pierce missed his first 10 shots and then scored 16 points in the fourth quarter, including seven straight to put the Boston Celtics ahead for good in a 103-94 victory over the Indiana Pacers.

Pierce, Celtics recover after poor start (AP)

Paul Pierce missed his first 10 shots and then scored 16 points in the fourth quarter, including seven straight to put the Boston Celtics ahead for good in a 103-94 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night. Pierce finished with 21 points, going 12 for 13 from the free throw line to make up for his slow start from the floor.

Kevin Garnett sits out Tuesday night's Boston Celtics game against the Indiana Pacers
Garnett sits out against Pacers with thigh bruise

Bogut's 31 points jump-start Bucks past Pacers
Andrew Bogut scored a career-high 31 points and grabbed 18 rebounds, leading the Milwaukee Bucks to an 84-81 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night.

Bogut's 31 and 18 help Bucks top Pacers (AP)

Andrew Bogut scored a career-high 31 points and grabbed 18 rebounds, leading the Milwaukee Bucks to an 84-81 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. Rookie guard Brandon Jennings had 16 points and six assists and Michael Redd scored 14 for the Bucks, who snapped a three-game skid and won their first road game since Nov.

Duncan's dunk slams door on Hibbert, Pacers
Tim Duncan dunked over Roy Hibbert with 4.6 seconds left to give San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich his 700th career win with a thrilling 100-99 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night.

Spurs' Popovich wins 700th on late dunk (AP)

Tim Duncan dunked over Roy Hibbert with 4.6 seconds left to give San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich his 700th career win with a thrilling 100-99 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. Duncan let out a roar after throwing down the last of his 19 points over Hibbert, who blocked Duncan's first attempt with time winding down before the Spurs' perennial All-Star grabbed the...

Waiver Wire: Who will set the pace in Indiana?
The Pacers continue to adjust to life without Danny Granger, with T.J. Ford and Tyler Hansbrough serving as two of the main beneficiaries. Our Jamey Eisenberg breaks down all of the top free agent options for Week 9 in Playing the Waiver Wire.




Howard, Magic top Pacers to end 2-game slide
Dwight Howard overcame a slow start to finish with 21 points and 23 rebounds, powering the Orlando Magic past the Indiana Pacers 106-98 on Monday night.

Howard's 21 and 23 help Magic top Pacers (AP)

Dwight Howard overcame a slow start to finish with 21 points and 23 rebounds, powering the Orlando Magic past the Indiana Pacers 106-98 on Monday night. Howard endured hard-hitting fouls and a Pacers team determined to not let him dunk. He went 4 for 9 from the field, still struggled with free throws but helped Orlando snap its two-game losing skid with some physical play in the paint.

Nets G Douglas-Roberts has knee injury (AP)
Coach Kiki Vandeweghe says the New Jersey Nets are awaiting results of an MRI that Chris Douglas-Roberts had on his left knee. Vandeweghe wasn't sure how Douglas-Roberts, who scored seven points in 38 minutes of a 107-91 loss Friday at Indiana, was injured. Trenton Hassell started in Douglas-Roberts' small forward spot Sunday against Atlanta.

Arenas' triple-double not enough as Pacers win
Mike Dunleavy benefited from two replay reviews and made two free throws with one-tenth of a second left to help the Indiana Pacers withstand Gilbert Arenas' first triple-double in 5.5 years and beat the Washington Wizards 114-113 Saturday night.

Pacers win on Dunleavy FTs after replay (AP)
Mike Dunleavy benefited from two replay reviews and made two free throws with one-tenth of a second left to help the Indiana Pacers withstand Gilbert Arenas' first triple-double in 5 1/2 years and beat the Washington Wizards 114-113 Saturday night. Arenas' big statistical night was marred when he missed two free throws in the dying seconds of a close game for the second time in three...

Hansbrough, Hibbert lift Pacers by Nets (AP)

Rookie Tyler Hansbrough scored a season-high 21 points, and Roy Hibbert added a career-best 20 points on his birthday to help the Indiana Pacers beat the New Jersey Nets 107-91 on Friday night and snap a six-game losing streak. The 23-year-old Hibbert also had nine rebounds and three blocks. Troy Murphy added 15 points and 12 rebounds for the Pacers in their second game without Danny Granger.

Blazers snap road slide behind Roy's 29 points
Brandon Roy scored 29 points, leading the Portland Trail Blazers to a 102-91 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night.

Roy's 29 lift Blazers past Pacers (AP)

Brandon Roy scored 29 points, leading the Portland Trail Blazers to a 102-91 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. LaMarcus Aldridge had 20 points and eight rebounds, and Andre Miller scored 15 for the Trail Blazers (14-9), who snapped a four-game road losing streak. Dahntay Jones led the Pacers with 19 points and rookie Tyler Hansbrough added 13 points and 11 rebounds.

Danny Granger of Indiana Pacers out at least four weeks with foot injury
Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger, the team's leading scorer, will be out for at least four weeks with a foot injury.

Pacers All-Star Granger out at least 4 weeks
Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger, the team's leading scorer, will be out for at least four weeks with a foot injury. The team said Tuesday that Granger would miss a minimum of four to six weeks with a torn right plantar fascia, the tissue across the bottom of the foot connecting the heel and toes. The Pacers say Granger won't need surgery and is starting rehabilitation. Granger left the floor in the third quarter of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Granger is averaging 24.

Clips' closing 18-4 run boosts them past Pacers
Al Thornton scored 19 points, and Baron Davis had eight of his 12 points during a game-ending 18-4 run, leading the Los Angeles Clippers to an 88-72 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night.

Balanced Clips finish strong, top Pacers (AP)

Al Thornton scored 19 points, and Baron Davis had eight of his 12 points during a game-ending 18-4 run, leading the Los Angeles Clippers to an 88-72 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. All of the Clippers' starters scored in double digits en route to the team's fifth victory in seven games.

Wade now 0-6 in Denver as Nuggets roll (AP)

The Pepsi Center remains Dwyane Wade's personal house of horrors. The Miami Heat star fell to 0-6 in Denver when Carmelo Anthony and Nene led the Nuggets to a 114-96 rout Thursday night. Denver is the only city where Wade has never won in his seven seasons in the NBA. Wade, who snapped an 0-11 skid at Indiana earlier this season, had high hopes for another breakthrough against the Nuggets --...

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

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

Kings win fourth straight, beat Pacers (AP)

Tyreke Evans scored 26 points to help the Sacramento Kings win their fourth straight game, 110-105 over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. The Kings improved to a surprising 9-8, sweeping all four games of their homestand. They are 8-2 this season at Arco Arena. Jason Thompson had 22 points, Spencer Hawes 21, Andres Nocioni 13 points and Omri Casspi 10 for the Kings, 7 of 10 from 3-point range...

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...

Fantasy Fast Break: Junior achievement
What happens in Indiana with Mike Dunleavy Jr. back in the mix? Is Mike Conley Jr. losing his grip on the point guard job in Memphis? Sergio Gonzalez analyzes the top storylines to monitor in Fantasy Week 6.




Dirk nets 31 as Mavs grab 5th straight on road
Dirk Nowitzki scored 31 points to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 113-92 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night.

Nowitzki's 31 lift Mavs over Pacers (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki scored 31 points to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 113-92 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. Nowitzki, who entered the night sixth in the NBA at 26.9 points per game, made 10 of 14 field goals and 11 of 13 free throws. Jason Terry scored 17 and Kris Humphries added 12 points and 11 rebounds for the Mavericks (12-4), winners of five straight road games.

Murphy helps Pacers snap 4-game skid (AP)

Troy Murphy had 18 points and 11 rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 86-73 on Wednesday night to snap their four-game losing streak. Dahntay Jones scored 18 and Brandon Rush added 13 points and 11 rebounds for the Pacers (6-7). Indiana played without All-Star swingman Danny Granger, who missed the game with a sprained ligament in his left knee.

Bosh, Calderon lead Raptors past Pacers (AP)

Chris Bosh had 16 points and 12 rebounds, Jose Calderon scored a season-high 21 points and the Toronto Raptors handed the Indiana Pacers their fourth straight loss, 123-112 on Tuesday night. Jarrett Jack scored 18 against his former team, Andrea Bargnani and Hedo Turkoglu each had 14 for the Raptors, who won for just the second time in six games.

Bobcats' pounding of Pacers halts 7-game skid
Nazr Mohammed scored 18 points, Boris Diaw added 17 and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Indiana Pacers 104-88 on Sunday to snap a seven-game losing streak.

Bobcats snap 7-game losing streak (AP)

Nazr Mohammed scored 18 points, Boris Diaw added 17 and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Indiana Pacers 104-88 on Sunday to snap a seven-game losing streak. Rookie Derrick Brown scored a season-high 13 and Stephen Jackson added 10 in his first home game with Charlotte, helping the NBA's lowest-scoring team to its best offensive performance in weeks.

LeBron posts 40 points to rally Cavs past Pacers
LeBron James scored a season-high 40 points, and the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied to beat the Indiana Pacers 105-95 on Friday night.

James scores 40 as Cavs outlast Pacers (AP)

LeBron James scored a season-high 40 points, and the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied to beat the Indiana Pacers 105-95 on Friday night. James also had nine rebounds and seven assists for Cleveland (9-4). Danny Granger had 19 points and nine rebounds, and Dahntay Jones added 17 points for the Pacers (5-5), who lost their second in a row.

Knicks snap 6-game slide, beat Pacers (AP)

Al Harrington scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter against his former team, and the New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 110-103 on Wednesday night to snap a six-game losing streak. Larry Hughes had 22 points and 10 rebounds, Wilson Chandler scored 18 points and David Lee added 17 for the Knicks (2-9), who overcame a double-digit deficit in the final period.

Nets fall to 0-11 with loss to Pacers (AP)

Danny Granger scored 22 points, Roy Hibbert tied a career high with 19 and the Indiana Pacers dropped the New Jersey Nets to 0-11 with a 91-83 victory Tuesday night. Dahntay Jones added 17 points for the Pacers, who extended their winning streak to five and can continue their turnaround from an 0-3 start Wednesday when they host another struggling team, the New York Knicks.

Celtics lose again as Pacers extend run (AP)

Danny Granger scored 29 points and Dahntay Jones added a season-high 25, helping the Pacers defeat the Boston Celtics 113-104 on Saturday night. Granger was 6 of 9 on 3-pointers, had six rebounds and four assists after promising Wednesday night that the Pacers (4-3) would win their fourth straight. Boston (8-3) was led by Ray Allen, who had a season-high 24 but lost its second straight.

Grizzlies sign former Pacers PG Tinsley
The Memphis Grizzlies signed point guard Jamaal Tinsley on Saturday, adding a player with a checkered past and a 1 1/2-year layoff to their troubled team. The Grizzlies announced the signing in a press release before their game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Tinsley was bought out by the Indiana Pacers in July, but has not played in the NBA since the middle of the 2007-08 season. He was still under contract with the Pacers, but told to stay away from the team last season.

Tinsley ends hiatus, joins Grizzlies (AP)
The Memphis Grizzlies signed point guard Jamaal Tinsley on Saturday, adding a player with a checkered past and a 1 1/2 -year layoff to their troubled team. The Grizzlies announced the signing in a press release before their game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Tinsley was bought out by the Indiana Pacers in July, but has not played in the NBA since the middle of the 2007-08 season.

Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce (knee) makes start vs. Indiana Pacers
Boston forward Paul Pierce appeared to have no lingering effects from a bruised left knee and was in the starting lineup Saturday against Indiana.

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.

Hansbrough nets 13 in debut, Pacers win (AP)

Tyler Hansbrough scored 13 points in his pro debut to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Washington Wizards 102-86 on Friday night. Hansbrough, the first-round draft pick from North Carolina, missed the preseason and the first four regular-season games with a right shin injury. Danny Granger scored 22 points and T.J.

Hansbrough debuts with 13 points as Pacers win
Tyler Hansbrough scored 13 points in his pro debut to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Washington Wizards 102-86 on Friday night.

Tyler Hansbrough to make pro debut for ailing Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers forward Tyler Hansbrough will make his pro debut Friday night against Washington after missing the preseason and four regular-season games with a right shin injury.

Pacers rally by Knicks for first win (AP)

A couple of top players were already on the bench, then leading scorer Danny Granger joined them after fouling out with plenty of time left. No matter. The Indiana Pacers just won it with defense. T.J. Ford scored eight of his 16 points in the final 3:12, and the Pacers won for the first time this season, holding the New York Knicks without a field goal for the final 9-plus minutes Wednesday night in...

Ford uses stretch run to guide Pacers by Knicks
T.J. Ford scored eight of his 16 points in the final 3:12, and the Indiana Pacers won for the first time this season, holding the New York Knicks without a field goal for the final 9-plus minutes Wednesday night in a 101-89 victory.

Indiana Pacers F Troy Murphy sidelined with sore lower back
Troy Murphy missed Indiana's game at New York with a bruised lower back, leaving the winless Pacers without their leading rebounder.

Pacers F Murphy out with bruised back (AP)
Troy Murphy missed Indiana's game at New York with a bruised lower back, leaving the winless Pacers without their leading rebounder. Murphy was hurt Tuesday after a hard foul in the first quarter of the Pacers' 111-93 home loss to Denver. Indiana coach Jim O'Brien said he didn't know how long the forward would be out, but said he had trouble putting his shoes on Wednesday.

Pacers to honor late co-owner Mel Simon (AP)
The Indiana Pacers will honor their late co-owner Mel Simon with a jersey-retirement ceremony before Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. The Pacers said Wednesday the banner will hang alongside the retired jerseys of former players Reggie Miller, Mel Daniels, Roger Brown and George McGinnis, and ex-coach Bobby Leonard.

Melo, Billups lead unbeaten Nuggets past Pacers
Carmelo Anthony scored 25 points and Chauncey Billups added 24 to help Denver beat the Indiana Pacers 111-93 on Tuesday night, lifting the Nuggets to their best start in 24 years.

Nuggets off to best start in 24 years (AP)

Carmelo Anthony scored 25 points and Chauncey Billups added 24 to help Denver beat the Indiana Pacers 111-93 on Tuesday night, lifting the Nuggets to their best start in 24 years. Anthony, who was averaging 38 points, shot just 6-for-17 from the field but made 11 of 14 free throws. Nene added 16 points and 13 rebounds for the Nuggets (4-0), who are off to their best start since the 1985-86 season.

Indiana Pacers pick up contract options on Roy Hibbert, Brandon Rush
The Indiana Pacers have picked up the options on starters Roy Hibbert and Brandon Rush.

O'Neal burns former mates as Heat rock Pacers
Jermaine O'Neal had 22 points and 12 rebounds against his former team, and the Miami Heat beat the Indiana Pacers 96-83 on Friday night.

O'Neal's 22 and 12 power Heat by Pacers (AP)

Jermaine O'Neal had 22 points and 12 rebounds against his former team, and the Miami Heat beat the Indiana Pacers 96-83 on Friday night. The Pacers traded O'Neal before the 2008-09 season as they focused on rebuilding with younger players. He was animated throughout the game, drawing a technical foul for hanging on the rim after a dunk and later smiling when Pacers fans booed him.

Hawks pull away late, top Pacers 120-109 (AP)
Joe Johnson scored 25 points, Al Horford had 24 and the Atlanta Hawks finally played some defense in an offensive shootout, pulling away in the fourth quarter for a season-opening 120-109 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. The Pacers shot 53 percent from the field but only 5 of 15 in the final period, including an uncontested layup at the end.

Mel Daniels out as Indiana Pacers' director of player personnel
The Indiana Pacers say Mel Daniels no longer is the team's director of player personnel.

Granger goes out with 29, Pacers' win in finale
Danny Granger scored 10 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter, and the Indiana Pacers defeated the San Antonio Spurs 114-112 on Friday night in the preseason finale for both teams.

Magic rout Pacers, now 7-0 in preseason (AP)

Vince Carter scored 21 points and the Orlando Magic remained unbeaten in the preseason with a 117-87 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. The Magic (7-0) play Atlanta on Friday night, hoping to finish off the first undefeated exhibition season in franchise history. Marcin Gortat added 15 points and Brandon Bass had 14 for the Magic.

Carter's 21 keep Magic unbeaten in preseason
Vince Carter scored 21 points and the Orlando Magic remained unbeaten in the preseason with a 117-87 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night.

Wolves acquire project Jawai from Mavs (AP)
The Minnesota Timberwolves have acquired forward Nathan Jawai from the Dallas Mavericks. The Timberwolves also received cash from the Mavericks for a conditional second-round draft pick in 2012. The deal was announced Tuesday. The 6-foot-10 Jawai is a native of Australia who was drafted by the Indiana Pacers in the second round last year.

Granger's 22 help Pacers beat Rockets (AP)

Danny Granger is picking up where he left off last season. Indiana's returning All-Star scored 22 points in 17 minutes, leading the Pacers to a 119-104 preseason victory over the Houston Rockets on Friday night. The fifth-year swingman is averaging more than 19 points through Indiana's four exhibition games.

Bulls G Rose again sidelined by ankle injury
The Chicago Bulls were without guards Derrick Rose and John Salmons for Friday night's preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Rose, the Rookie of the Year last season, has an inflamed tendon behind his right ankle and has not played since the preseason opener against Indiana. Salmons was with his wife for the birth of their second child.

Anthony, Nuggets beat Pacers in Beijing (AP)

Carmelo Anthony scored 45 points to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 128-112 win over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday, splitting the NBA preseason series between the two in Asia. Playing at the same Wukesong Arena where he helped the United States win gold at last year's Beijing Olympics, Anthony made 14 of 19 field goals and 16 of 17 free throws and put away the Pacers with a 17 point third quarter.

Pacers top Denver in NBA debut in Taiwan (AP)

In the first NBA preseason game played in Taiwan, the Indiana Pacers defeated the Denver Nuggets 126-104 on Thursday. Troy Murphy, Brandon Rush and Roy Hibbert each scored 20 points for the Pacers, who led throughout the game in front of a sellout crowd of 13,599 at the Taipei Arena. "We're probably about 35 percent ready for the season," Pacers coach Jim O'Brien said.

Bulls' Thomas suffers concussion in win vs. Indy
Rookie Taj Gibson had 19 points and nine rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Indiana Pacers 104-95 on Friday night in the preseason opener for both teams.

Rookie Gibson shines in Bulls debut (AP)

Rookie Taj Gibson had 19 points and nine rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Indiana Pacers 104-95 on Friday night in the preseason opener for both teams. Derrick Rose added 17 points, and Luol Deng and John Salmons had 15 each for the Bulls. Danny Granger led the Pacers with 27 points in 26 minutes.

Celtics, others interested in Mike Sweetney - Mike Sweetney (F/C) Chicago Bulls
The Boston Celtics, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Indiana Pacers have all expressed interest in PF Mike Sweetney.

Pacers extend O'Brien's contract through '10-'11
The Indiana Pacers have signed coach Jim O'Brien through the 2010-11 season. O'Brien initially signed a three-year deal in 2007, with an option for a fourth year. The team did not disclose terms Friday's announcement. Pacers president Larry Bird said he feels the team is moving in the right direction. The Pacers have missed the playoffs in the first two years of O'Brien's tenure, with identical 36-46 records. The Pacers already have All-Star forward Danny Granger.

Indiana Pacers extend coach Jim O'Brien's contract through 2010-11
The Indiana Pacers have signed coach Jim O'Brien through the 2010-11 season.

Pacers extend O'Brien through 2010-11 (AP)
The Indiana Pacers have signed coach Jim O'Brien through the 2010-11 season. O'Brien initially signed a three-year deal in 2007, with an option for a fourth year. The team did not disclose terms Friday's announcement. Pacers president Larry Bird said he feels the team is moving in the right direction.

Heat to retire Tim Hardaway's number - Tim Hardaway (G) Indiana Pacers
The Miami Heat intend to retire Tim Hardaway's jersey on opening night.

Indiana Pacers co-owner Melvin Simon eulogized as philanthropic man
Former President Bill Clinton described Melvin Simon as one of the most remarkable people he's ever met as he gave a eulogy at the funeral for the shopping mall developer and Indiana Pacers co-owner.

Bird among mourners at Simon's funeral (AP)
Former President Bill Clinton described Melvin Simon as one of the most remarkable people he's ever met as he gave a eulogy Friday during the funeral for the billionaire shopping mall developer and Indiana Pacers co-owner. Clinton, former Vice President Al Gore, basketball stars Larry Bird and Reggie Miller, and NBA Commissioner David Stern were among about 2,000 mourners who attended...

Pacers owner, Mall of America builder dies at 82
A spokesman says billionaire shopping mall magnate and Indiana Pacers co-owner Mel Simon has died at age 82. Simon Property Group spokesman Les Morris says Simon died Wednesday. Simon spent nearly 40 years leading what is now Indianapolis-based Simon Property Group, the nation's largest shopping mall company. He and his brother Herb bought the Pacers in 1983 when it looked as if the NBA team would be moved.

Mall magnate, Pacers owner Simon dies at 82
A spokesman says billionaire shopping mall magnate and Indiana Pacers co-owner Mel Simon has died at age 82. Simon Property Group spokesman Les Morris says Simon died Wednesday. Simon spent nearly 40 years leading what is now Indianapolis-based Simon Property Group, the nation's largest shopping mall company. He and his brother Herb bought the Pacers in 1983 when it looked as if the NBA team would be moved.

Mel Simon, co-owner of Indiana Pacers, dies at 82
A spokesman says billionaire shopping mall magnate and Indiana Pacers co-owner Mel Simon has died at age 82.

Pacers owner Melvin Simon dies at 82 (AP)

A spokesman says billionaire shopping mall magnate and Indiana Pacers co-owner Mel Simon has died at age 82. Simon Property Group spokesman Les Morris says Simon died Wednesday. Simon spent nearly 40 years leading what is now Indianapolis-based Simon Property Group, the nation's largest shopping mall company.

Warriors' Jackson fined for trade request
Golden State's Stephen Jackson was fined $25,000 by the NBA on Tuesday for saying he wanted to be traded. Jackson, who averaged a team-best 20.7 points per game last season, told Dime Magazine last month that he wanted out and had told the Warriors front office as much. Players are not permitted to make trade requests publicly. Ron Artest, then of the Indiana Pacers, was fined during the 2005-06 season for requesting a trade through the media.

Pacers sign PG A.J. Price - A.J. Price (G) Indiana Pacers
The Indiana Pacers signed second round pick A.J. Price to a multi-year contract.

Boston Celtics add size, sign ex-Indiana Pacers guard Marquis Daniels
The Celtics have signed former Pacers guard Marquis Daniels.

Celtics sign former Pacers guard Daniels
The Boston Celtics have signed free agent guard Marquis Daniels. Daniels is coming off the best of his six seasons, averaging career highs of 13.6 points and 4.6 rebounds in 54 games with the Indiana Pacers, 43 of them starts. The Celtics announced his signing on Tuesday. The 28-year-old Daniels spent three seasons with Dallas before moving to Indiana. For his career, he is averaging 9.4 points in 351 games, including 109 starts.

Pacers' Dunleavy eyeing early return from injury
Indiana Pacers guard Mike Dunleavy says he could return from a severe knee injury earlier than expected. Dunleavy says he can do everything except have physical contact, and he expects that to change within weeks. Pacers coach Jim O'Brien has said he didn't expect Dunleavy to be available until at least January 2010. He had surgery in March to remove a bone spur from the patella tendon on his right knee.

Mike Dunleavy, of Indiana Pacers, might return sooner than expected
Indiana Pacers guard Mike Dunleavy says he could return from a severe knee injury earlier than expected.

Sixers sign C Brezec away from Europe (AP)
The Philadelphia 76ers have signed center Primoz Brezec, who played in Europe last season. Terms of Thursday's deal weren't immediately disclosed by the Sixers. The 7-foot-1 Brezec has played in 321 games with 214 starts in seven NBA seasons with Indiana, Charlotte, Detroit and Toronto. He has averaged 7.6 points and 4.1 rebounds.

Indiana Pacers' Tyler Hansbrough faces 2-month layoff with shin injury
Tyler Hansbrough could miss up to two months with a right shin injury, but the Indiana Pacers believe their first-round draft pick will be healthy enough for the start of the season.

Pacers F Hansbrough suffers shin injury (AP)
Tyler Hansbrough could miss up to two months with a right shin injury, but the Indiana Pacers believe their first-round draft pick will be healthy enough for the start of the season. The Pacers did not provide details of the injury Friday other than to say the 6-foot-9 forward is expected to miss six to eight weeks ahead of the season.

Shin injury may sideline Hansbrough for 2 months
Tyler Hansbrough could miss up to two months with a right shin injury, but the Indiana Pacers believe their first-round draft pick will be healthy enough for the start of the season. The Pacers did not provide details of the injury Friday other than to say the 6-foot-9 forward is expected to miss six to eight weeks ahead of the season. The NBA regular season begins Oct. 27. Indiana said Hansbrough hurt the shin last season, his final year at North Carolina. The Pacers took Hansbrough at No.

Pacers add depth, sign ex-Thunder guard Watson
The Indiana Pacers have signed free agent guard Earl Watson to a multiyear contract. Terms of the deal were not released Tuesday. The 6-foot-1 veteran was waived earlier this month by Oklahoma City. He also has played with Seattle, Memphis and Denver in eight NBA seasons. Watson adds depth to an Indiana team that has already lost one guard, Jarrett Jack, in free agency and is likely to lose another, Marquis Daniels, this offseason.

Indiana Pacers add depth, sign ex-Oklahoma City Thunder PG Earl Watson
The Pacers added depth by signing veteran guard Earl Watson.

Pacers sign former Thunder G Watson (AP)
The Indiana Pacers have signed free agent guard Earl Watson to a multiyear contract. Terms of the deal were not released Tuesday. The 6-foot-1 veteran was waived earlier this month by Oklahoma City. He also has played with Seattle, Memphis and Denver in eight NBA seasons. Watson adds depth to an Indiana team that has already lost one guard, Jarrett Jack, in free agency and is likely to lose another,...

Jonathan Bender, formerly of Indiana Pacers, plots NBA comeback
Former Indiana Pacers teen prodigy Jonathan Bender is plotting an NBA comeback after a injury-forced retirement.

Raptors expect to re-sign center Nesterovic
The Toronto Raptors expect to re-sign free agent center Rasho Nesterovic of Slovenia, who agreed in principle to a one-year, $2 million deal on Saturday. Nesterovic's agent, Bill Duffy, confirmed the move in an e-mail to The Associated Press. Nesterovic started 19 NBA games for the Indiana Pacers last season and averaged 6.8 points and 3.4 rebounds while shooting 51 percent from the field. He had played in Toronto before going to Indiana. He started 111 games in two seasons with the Raptors.

Denver Nuggets, Indiana Pacers to play preseason game in Beijing
The Denver Nuggets will play an exhibition game against the Indiana Pacers in Beijing, the second time they will meet in Asia.

Nuggets-Pacers exhibition in Beijing (AP)
^ The Denver Nuggets will play an exhibition game against the Indiana Pacers in Beijing, the second time they will meet in Asia. The Oct. 11 matchup at Wukesong Arena, site of the 2008 Olympic basketball competitions, comes three days after the teams play the NBA's first game in Taipei. The NBA has announced five preseason games outside the United States or Canada this year.

Pacers waive PG Tinsley; re-sign McRoberts
The Indiana Pacers have waived point guard Jamaal Tinsley, ending an often strained relationship. The Pacers announced the move Wednesday. A Pacers spokesman said the NBA will process the request Thursday, and if Tinsley clears waivers, he will become a free agent. As a result, next week's grievance arbitration has been canceled. Tinsley was owed $14.7 million over the next two years. The team did not release details of the resolution and says it will have no further comment.

Indiana Pacers finally waive veteran point guard Jamaal Tinsley
The Pacers have waived veteran point guard Jamaal Tinsley.

Nuggets, Pacers to play exhibition in Beijing
The Denver Nuggets will play an exhibition game against the Indiana Pacers in Beijing, the second time they will meet in Asia. The Oct. 11 matchup at Wukesong Arena, site of the 2008 Olympic basketball competitions, comes three days after the teams play the NBA's first game in Taipei. The NBA has announced five preseason games outside the United States or Canada this year. This will be the league's third game in Beijing.

Raptors introduce newly acquired Jack
The Toronto Raptors have officially introduced Jarrett Jack after signing him to a $20 million deal over four years. The Raptors signed the restricted free agent to an offer sheet on July 13, giving the Indiana Pacers a week to match the offer. They opted not to, clearing the way for Jack to land in Toronto Tuesday as general manager Bryan Colangelo remakes the Raptors' roster.

Raptors introduce newly acquired G Jack (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have officially introduced Jarrett Jack after signing him to a $20 million deal over four years. The Raptors signed the restricted free agent to an offer sheet on July 13, giving the Indiana Pacers a week to match the offer. They opted not to, clearing the way for Jack to land in Toronto Tuesday as general manager Bryan Colangelo remakes the Raptors' roster.

4 US hoops players pull out of minicamp (AP)
Los Angeles Clippers guard Eric Gordon and Golden State forward Anthony Randolph are heading to USA Basketball's minicamp, while four players are pulling out. Portland's Brandon Roy and LaMarcus Aldridge, plus Houston's Trevor Ariza and Boston's Glen Davis will not be in Las Vegas. New York forward David Lee and Indiana's Danny Granger will attend minicamp but won't...

Indiana Pacers won't match Toronto Raptors offer sheet to Jarrett Jack
The Pacers will not match the offer sheet the Pacers gave to Jarrett Jack.

Agent: Marquis Daniels to join Celtics (AP)
Former Indiana Pacers guard Marquis Daniels will play for the Boston Celtics next season. Agent Glenn Schwartzman said on Saturday that his client has committed to go to Boston as a free agent or as part of a sign-and-trade deal with Indiana. Schwartzman said both teams would prefer that the sign-and-trade works out, but the Celtics will use the biannual exception to sign Daniels if trade talks...

NBA free agents: Indiana Pacers forward Marquis Daniels commits to Celtics
Indiana Pacers free-agent guard Marquis Daniels has committed to signing with the Boston Celtics for next season, multiple news sources are reporting.

Agent says former Pacers G Daniel will play for Celts
Former Indiana Pacers guard Marquis Daniels will play for the Boston Celtics next season. Agent Glenn Schwartzman said on Saturday that his client has committed to go to Boston as a free agent or as part of a sign-and-trade deal with Indiana. Schwartzman said both teams would prefer that the sign-and-trade works out, but the Celtics will use the biannual exception to sign Daniels if trade talks fizzle. Schwartzman wouldn't say which other players would be involved in a deal.

Pacers plan to re-sign F McRoberts (AP)
The Indiana Pacers plan to re-sign free agent forward Josh McRoberts. McRoberts' agent, Bob Myers, wrote in an e-mail to The Associated Press on Wednesday that the parties had agreed to terms in principle. He did not say what those terms were. The Pacers made a qualifying offer to McRoberts last month, making him a restricted free agent.

Pacers sign free agent guard Jones
The Indiana Pacers have signed free agent guard Dahntay Jones. His agent, Aaron Mintz, says the Pacers were planning to make the announcement during a Tuesday news conference. Jones started 71 games for the Denver Nuggets last season and played a key role in the team's run to the Western Conference finals. The defensive specialist averaged 5.4 points and 2.1 rebounds in the regular season, but increased those numbers to seven points and 2.4 rebounds in the postseason.

NBA free agents: Indiana Pacers sign Dahntay Jones
The Indiana Pacers have signed free agent guard Dahntay Jones.

Sources: Jarrett Jack gets offer sheet from Toronto Raptors
The Toronto Raptors have offered Indiana Pacers restricted free agent Jarrett Jack an offer sheet for four years, $20 million, NBA front-office sources told ESPN.com.

Pacers sign top pick Hansbrough to rookie deal
The Indiana Pacers have signed Tyler Hansbrough, the former North Carolina star who was the team's top pick in the NBA draft. The 6-foot-9 forward had been playing with the Pacers summer league team in Orlando, Fla., before his singing was announced Wednesday. As the 13th overall pick, he's slotted in the NBA's rookie salary scale to receive about $1.5 million this season and nearly $1.7 million next season, with a $1.8 million option for his third year.

Indiana Pacers sign Tyler Hansbrough
The Indiana Pacers have signed Tyler Hansbrough, the former North Carolina star who was the team's top pick in the NBA draft.

Pacers sign top pick Hansbrough (AP)
The Indiana Pacers have signed Tyler Hansbrough, the former North Carolina star who was the team's top pick in the NBA draft. The 6-foot-9 forward had been playing with the Pacers summer league team in Orlando, Fla., before his singing was announced Wednesday. As the 13th overall pick, he's slotted in the NBA's rookie salary scale to receive about $1.5 million this season and nearly...

NBA free agents: Sources says Dahntay Jones agrees to four-year deal with Indiana Pacers
The Indiana Pacers have agreed to a four-year, $11 million deal with Nuggets free agent Dahntay Jones, a source familiar with the negotiations told ESPN.com.

Spurs sign former 1st-rounder Haislip (AP)
The San Antonio Spurs have signed former first-round pick Marcus Haislip. The 6-10 forward spent the past two seasons in Spain after being drafted 13th overall by Milwaukee in 2002. The former Tennessee star also played for Indiana in 2004-05 before going overseas to improve his game. Haislip could provide needed size and depth to the Spurs frontcourt after San Antonio lost Fabricio Oberto and Kurt...

Indiana Pacers make offer; Jarrett Jack a restricted free agent
The Indiana Pacers have made a qualifying offer to point guard Jarrett Jack, making him a restricted free agent.

Duncan scores 27 as Spurs rout Pacers (AP)

Tim Duncan scored 27 points and Manu Ginobili had 26 before the San Antonio Spurs sat their stars early in a lopsided 99-81 win over Indiana on Tuesday night. Tony Parker added 13 points for San Antonio, which ended the first half of the season in the familiar position of first in the Southwest Division.

Paul's 3 at buzzer gives Hornets win (AP)

Chris Paul capped a 27-point performance with an off-balance 3-pointer as time expired, lifting the hobbled New Orleans Hornets to a 103-100 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Monday. Peja Stojakovic hit five 3-pointers and finished with a season-high 26 points for New Orleans. The Hornets started the game without David West (back) and lost center Tyson Chandler (left ankle) late in the second...

Hornets hobbled by injuries to Chandler, West
The Hornets lost a second starter Monday when center Tyson Chandler injured his left ankle and was helped off the floor in the second quarter of New Orleans' game against the Indiana Pacers.

Hornets F West out vs. Pacers (AP)
Hornets starting forward David West sat out New Orleans' game against the Indiana Pacers with back spasms Monday. Shawn Marks started in West's spot. It was the first start of the season for Marks, who has appeared in 18 previous games, averaging 1.8 points and 2 rebounds. West, sitting out his first game this season, averaged 20 points and 7.1 rebounds through the Hornets' first 37 games.

Spurs sign F Croshere to 10-day contract (AP)
The Spurs signed veteran forward Austin Croshere to a 10-day contract Friday. Croshere was waived by Milwaukee on Jan. 6 after appearing in 11 games. He averaged 3.3 rebounds and 2.2 rebounds. The 12th pick by Indiana in the 1997 draft, Croshere had his best season in 1999-2000, averaging 10.3 points and 6.4 rebounds as the Pacers reached the NBA finals.

Dunleavy helps Pacers hold off Raptors (AP)

Maybe all the Indiana Pacers needed to cure those late-game collapses was a healthy dose of Mike Dunleavy. Danny Granger scored 23 points and Dunleavy provided the biggest play of the game, goading Chris Bosh into a foul on a 3-point attempt with less than a minute to go. Dunleavy made all three free throws to preserve a 111-104 victory over Toronto on Friday night.

Granger lifts Pacers by Pistons in OT (AP)

Danny Granger scored 24 points and made the tying shot late in regulation in the Indiana Pacers' 110-106 overtime victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. T.J. Ford scored 23 points, and Troy Murphy added 18 points and 13 rebounds to help the Pacers snap a three-game losing streak. Rodney Stuckey led Detroit with 30 points, Allen Iverson had 23 points, and Rasheed Wallace added 17 points...

Warriors' Belinelli out at least 10 days (AP)
Golden State guard Marco Belinelli will be sidelined at least 10 days after spraining his right ankle last weekend. The second-year pro from Italy was injured in the fourth quarter of a victory over Indiana, landing on an opponent's leg after taking a shot. He recently joined the starting lineup, showing improved shooting and defense while averaging 13.8 points the past 19 games.

Okur's career-high 43 power Jazz to win (AP)

Mehmet Okur felt like he couldn't miss and was nearly right. Okur scored a career-high 43 points for Utah as the Jazz beat Indiana 120-113 Monday night, holding off a late push by the Pacers after they rallied from a 20-point deficit. Okur made 13 of 19 shots, going 3-for-4 on 3-pointers, and was 14-for-15 from the foul line while leading Utah to its fourth straight win.

Crawford's 3 gives Warriors wild win (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 32 points and hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 11.3 seconds left in a pell-mell fourth quarter, and the Golden State Warriors snapped their five-game losing streak with a thrilling 120-117 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday night. Danny Granger scored 15 of his career high-tying 42 points for Indiana in the fourth quarter, including a 3-pointer that put the Pacers up...

Bryant's 36 get Lakers by Pacers 121-119 (AP)

Kobe Bryant has become one of the best team players and leaders in the league. Still, when it's winning time, he wants the ball. With the game tied and the clock ticking down, Bryant ran off 23 seconds, then, with defenders lunging at him, coolly hit a turnaround, fadeaway jumper with 3 seconds remaining Friday night to give the Los Angeles Lakers a 121-119 victory over the stubborn Indiana Pacers.

Pacers top Suns on Granger's 3 at buzzer (AP)

The Indiana Pacers are making a habit of beating the NBA's elite teams, and Danny Granger is making a habit of scoring big. Granger hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer and matched his career high with 37 points in Indiana's 113-110 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night. With the score tied and 0.9 seconds left, Mike Dunleavy inbounded the ball to Granger and he connected, thwarting a furious...

Suns C O'Neal out vs. Pacers (AP)
Shaquille O'Neal missed the Phoenix Suns' game Wednesday night against the Indiana Pacers because of a back injury. O'Neal, averaging 17.2 points and 9.0 rebounders, was replaced by rookie Robin Lopez in the Suns' starting lineup. Coach Terry Porter said Shaq was experiencing "a lot of discomfort." "He can't move around," Porter said.

'Melo out 3 weeks with broken hand (AP)
Denver Nuggets All-Star Carmelo Anthony will miss at least three weeks with a broken bone in his shooting hand -- but won't need surgery. The team said Tuesday that Anthony will be fitted for a removable splint after breaking a bone in his right hand in a victory over the Indiana Pacers the night before.

Nuggets win fourth straight, beat Pacers (AP)

Carmelo Anthony scored 21 points and had a season-high nine assists despite fracturing his right hand in the Denver Nuggets' 135-115 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. Anthony injured his hand when the ball was slapped away early in the third quarter. He continued playing, but frequently grabbed at his hand.

Injured Pacers G Dunleavy nearing return (AP)
Mike Dunleavy isn't used to being a spectator, and it looks like he won't be one for much longer. The Indiana Pacers guard is expected back within a week or so after missing all 33 games so far this season with soreness in his right knee. "Obviously, it's been a long few months," Dunleavy told The Associated Press.

Pacers overcome Martin's 45, beat Kings (AP)

Danny Granger couldn't quite keep up with Kevin Martin's scoring pace, but unlike Martin, he made the most important shot of the game. Granger scored 13 of his 35 points in the fourth quarter, making all six of his free throws in the final 1:30, to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Sacramento Kings 122-117 on Saturday night.

Jack's late jumper gets Pacers by Knicks (AP)

Jarrett Jack made a jumper with 0.9 seconds left and scored a season-high 29 points, and the Indiana Pacers snapped a four-game losing streak with a 105-103 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday night. Jack, who recently moved into the starting lineup, scored the Pacers' final six points to help them finally pull out a close game.

Johnson helps Hawks win sixth straight (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 12 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter, and the streaking Atlanta Hawks beat the Indiana Pacers 110-104 on Tuesday night. Josh Smith had 24 points, Mike Bibby scored 15 and Al Horford added 12 points and 14 rebounds for the Hawks, who have won six straight games and nine of 10. Danny Granger had 25 points, Jarrett Jack 22 and Jeff Foster finished with 12 points and 12 rebounds...

Hornets rally to beat Pacers 105-103 (AP)

Chris Paul scored 11 points in the final 3:36 and David West made a 17-foot fadeaway jumper with 2.5 seconds remaining to help the New Orleans Hornets rally for a 105-103 win over Indiana on Sunday night. Paul and James Posey scored 19 points each for the Hornets (18-9). David West added 18 points, Rasual Butler scored 15 and Peja Stojakovic had 12.

O'Neal leads Raptors past Kings 107-101 (AP)

Jermaine O'Neal got off to a slow start to his career in Toronto, taking time to recover from a knee injury that sidelined him for half of last season. He is starting to find his groove of late, once again looking like the five-time All-Star he was in Indiana before being traded to the Raptors this summer.

Grizzlies rally from 17 down, top Pacers (AP)

O.J. Mayo scored 18 points, including two key free throws with a second left, and the Memphis Grizzlies overcame an early 17-point deficit to beat the Indiana Pacers 108-105 on Friday night. Memphis took the lead with seven unanswered points late in the game and held on to snap a four-game skid. The Pacers lost for the third time in their last four.

NBA's East finally outplaying the West (AP)
The Western Conference has ruled the NBA the past decade. Not anymore. West teams won seven of the past 10 championships and had a winning record against the East every season since 1998-99. Through Thursday's games, the East was 87-65 against the West this season. "I think the balance is shifting," Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger said.

Nets top Pacers on Harris' buzzer-beater (AP)

Devin Harris' jumper from the top of the key as time expired gave the New Jersey Nets a 108-107 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night. The Pacers had just taken the lead on a jumper from the free throw line by Danny Granger with 10 seconds to play. Harris finished with 29 points and 11 assists as New Jersey snapped a two-game losing streak.

Ford's jumper lifts Pacers over 76ers (AP)
The Indiana Pacers outlasted the Philadelphia 76ers in a game between two short-handed teams. T.J. Ford hit a 15-foot jumper with 3.9 seconds left and finished with 25 points in the Pacers' 95-94 victory over the 76ers on Saturday night. The Pacers (10-17) dressed just nine players. For the second straight game, Indiana was without starters Troy Murphy, Marquis Daniels and Danny Granger, out with...

Ford's jumper lifts Pacers over 76ers (AP)

T.J. Ford hit a 15-foot jumper with 3.9 seconds left and finished with 25 points in the short-handed Indiana Pacers' 95-94 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night. The Pacers (10-17) dressed just nine players. For the second straight game, Indiana was without starters Troy Murphy, Marquis Daniels and Danny Granger, out with viral infections.

Clippers G Gordon meets with Sampson (AP)
Three days after Eric Gordon said several Indiana University players used illegal drugs last season, the Los Angeles Clippers rookie met Saturday with former Hoosiers coach Kelvin Sampson -- now a Milwaukee assistant. Sampson generally has publicly declined to discuss his tenure at Indiana, and Gordon said they avoided talking about Indiana before Milwaukee faced the Clippers.

Randolph leads Clippers by Pacers in 2OT (AP)

Zach Randolph had 34 points and 16 rebounds to help the Los Angeles Clippers beat the shorthanded Indiana Pacers 117-109 in double overtime on Friday night. Al Thornton scored 25 points, Marcus Camby had 20 points and 10 rebounds and Baron Davis had 18 points and 11 assists for the Clippers, who have won four of five after a 4-17 start.

Raptors C O'Neal leaves game vs. Thunder (AP)
Six-time All-Star Jermaine O'Neal left the Toronto Raptors' game against Oklahoma City on Friday night with a sore left shoulder. O'Neal came out of the game with 3:22 left in the second quarter, and the team said after halftime that he was not expected to return. O'Neal, who was picked up in an offseason trade with Indiana, missed three games last month due to a sprained left ankle but had started...

3 Pacers hospitalized with flu symptoms (AP)
Three Indiana players missed the Pacers' game Friday night, in the hospital with flu-like symptoms. Starters Troy Murphy, Marquis Daniels and Danny Granger are getting treatment for their symptoms and were not available for Friday night's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Coach Jim O'Brien said all three will also likely miss Saturday night's game at Philadelphia.

Granger's 41 lift Pacers past Warriors (AP)

Danny Granger scored 17 of his 41 points in the fourth quarter to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Golden State Warriors 127-120 on Wednesday night for their second straight victory. Granger also had 11 rebounds and six assists, and made all 17 of his free throws. Jarrett Jack scored 24 points, Marquis Daniels added 23, and rookie Brandon Rush had 10 points and 11 rebounds in his second career...

Pacers starters Murphy, Ford out vs. Warriors
Indiana Pacers starting guard T.J. Ford and forward Troy Murphy missed Wednesday night's game against the Golden State Warriors.

Granger's 27 help Pacers end 6-game skid (AP)
Danny Granger scored 27 points and Marquis Daniels had 20 points as Indiana snapped a six-game losing skid with a 118-98 win over the Washington Wizards on Monday night. Point guards T.J. Ford and Jarrett Jack each scored 16 points for the Pacers (8-16), who had dropped eight of nine coming in. Antawn Jamison had 26 points and a season-high 15 rebounds -- his 14th double-double this season -- and...

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Week 8 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
Our Sergio Gonzalez says owners need to get Indiana point guard T.J. Ford active in Fantasy Week 8 due to a favorable schedule. That and more in his latest Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

Week 8 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
Our Sergio Gonzalez says owners need to get Indiana point guard T.J. Ford active in Fantasy Week 8 due to a favorable schedule. That and more in his latest Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

Bucks blow 21-point lead but beat Pacers (AP)

Michael Redd scored 27 points and Andrew Bogut had 20 points and 20 rebounds, as the Milwaukee Bucks blew a 21-point second-half lead before scoring the game's final 19 points to beat the Indiana Pacers 121-103 Saturday night. Charlie Villanueva added 26 points, 24 in the first half, to equal a season high and help the Bucks snap a three-game losing streak.

Pacers lose despite Granger's 42 points (AP)

Richard Hamilton scored 28 points and Allen Iverson had 17 points and 12 assists as the slumping Detroit Pistons beat the Indiana Pacers 114-110 Friday night. Indiana got a career-high 42 points from Danny Granger, but still lost its fifth straight. Rodney Stuckey added a season-high 21 points and eight assists for Detroit, which had lost four of five.

Raptors give Triano first win as coach (AP)

Jason Kapono scored a season-high 25 points, Chris Bosh added 21 points and 10 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors snapped a five-game losing streak with a 101-88 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. The victory was Toronto's first in four tries since interim coach Jay Triano took over for the fired Sam Mitchell on Dec.

Allen has 35 as Celts win 12th straight (AP)

Ray Allen scored a season-high 35 points, and the Boston Celtics defeated the Indiana Pacers 122-117 in overtime on Sunday to increase their winning streak to 12 games. Kevin Garnett had 17 points, 20 rebounds and five steals, Paul Pierce had 17 points and eight rebounds and Eddie House had 15 points for Boston (20-2).

Varajao helps Cavs win seventh straight (AP)

The wigs were fake. Everything else about the Cleveland Cavaliers was very real. With thousands of Cleveland fans wearing curly, red-headed hair pieces in his honor, Anderson Varejao didn't miss a shot and scored 17 points in the first half as the Cavaliers, despite getting a season-low 11 points from LeBron James, won their seventh straight, 97-73 over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night.

Celtics win 10th straight, beat Pacers (AP)
Rajon Rondo notched his first career triple-double and Ray Allen scored 31 points, leading the Boston Celtics over the Indiana Pacers, 114-96 on Wednesday night for their 10th straight victory. Rondo scored 16 points, grabbed 13 rebounds and handed out a career-high 17 assists. Kevin Garnett added 26 points and 14 rebounds for the Celtics, who matched their longest winning streak since their...

Murphy's tip-in at buzzer stuns Lakers (AP)
Danny Granger scored 32 points and led Indiana back from a 15-point fourth-quarter deficit, and Troy Murphy tipped in a missed shot at the buzzer to complete an improbable 118-117 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. The Lakers came into the game with seven straight wins, the league's best record and reigning MVP Kobe Bryant.

Howard's 32 and 21 help Magic stay hot (AP)

Dwight Howard had a season-high 32 points, 21 rebounds and four blocks, and Rashard Lewis added 24 points to help the Orlando Magic beat the Indiana Pacers 110-96 on Saturday night. Hedo Turkoglu added 22 points, and Anthony Johnson had a season-high 16. The Magic have won four in a row and nine of their last 10.

Down 10 in 4th, Pacers top Rockets 91-90 (AP)

Danny Granger tipped in his own miss with 13 seconds left and the Indiana Pacers rallied from 10 points down in the fourth quarter to beat the Houston Rockets 91-90 on Wednesday night. Troy Murphy scored 14 of his 21 points in the final quarter as the Pacers snapped a three-game losing streak in Houston.

Mavs win fifth straight, beat Pacers (AP)

Jason Terry scored 29 points and combined with Jason Kidd to key a fourth-quarter run that rallied the Dallas Mavericks past the Indiana Pacers 109-106 Tuesday night for their fifth straight victory. Dirk Nowitzki added 24 points and 12 rebounds and Antoine Wright scored a career-high 24 for the Mavericks.

Celtics win fifth straight, beat Raptors (AP)

Ray Allen scored 21 points and the Boston Celtics led from the start in winning their fifth straight game, 118-103 over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. Kevin Garnett, Rajon Rondo and Tony Allen each scored 15 points for the Celtics, who have won 11 of 12 since a Nov. 1 loss to Indiana. Kendrick Perkins had 12 points and Paul Pierce and Eddie House each scored 11 in helping Boston score a season high.

Wade scores 38 despite flu to rally Heat (AP)

With his team in a double-digit hole, Dwyane Wade hit a long 3-pointer at the end of the first half, then turned toward the Miami Heat bench and nodded. His message was clear: This game isn't over. And his teammates went out and proved him right. Wade shook off flu-like symptoms to score 38 points, and the Heat outscored Indiana by 21 after halftime to beat the Pacers 109-100 on Saturday night.

Howard's 24 and 17 get Magic by Pacers (AP)

Dwight Howard had 24 points, 17 rebounds and five blocks, and the Orlando Magic beat the Indiana Pacers 100-98 in overtime on Friday night. Howard blocked a potential game-winning shot at the end of regulation, then altered what would have been a game-tying shot in the closing seconds of overtime. Rashard Lewis scored 23 points for the Magic and made what turned out to be the game-winning basket...

Hawks' Horford back after missing 1 game (AP)
Hawks center Al Horford returned to the lineup for Friday night's game against Charlotte after missing the previous contest with a sprained right ankle. Horford was injured in the first quarter of a loss at Indiana on Tuesday. He did not return to that game, and sat out the following night against Washington.

Dear Mr. Fantasy: Junior achievement?
Owners are getting antsy with Mike Dunleavy, Jr. in Indiana and wondering what the fallout in Milwaukee will be once Michael Redd returns. Our Jeff Lippman addresses that and more in his latest edition of Dear Mr. Fantasy.div class="feedflare" a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=Kczxiffq"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=41" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=dLJCVE6a"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=dLJCVE6a" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=DldynBoT"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=DldynBoT" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=kfAP5Yop"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=52" border="0"/img/a /divimg src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news/~4/dFAyvtsXKI8" height="1" width="1"/

Granger carries Pacers past Hawks 113-96 (AP)

Danny Granger isn't ready to consider himself an NBA star just yet. But the Indiana Pacers' fourth-year swingman is certainly playing like one. Granger scored 34 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, and the Pacers beat the slumping Atlanta Hawks 113-96 on Tuesday night. "He's got that killer instinct for a scorer," said Indiana center Rasho Nesterovic, who added 21 points.

Pacers hand Hawks fourth straight loss (AP)

Danny Granger scored 34 points to lead the Indiana Pacers past the slumping Atlanta Hawks 113-96 on Tuesday night. Rasho Nesterovic scored 21 points, Jeff Foster had 12 and Troy Murphy added 10 points and 19 rebounds for the Pacers (5-5), who won their fifth consecutive home game against Atlanta. Joe Johnson finished with 25 points, Marvin Williams scored 14 and Mike Bibby and Maurice Evans each...

Warriors extend Jackson through 2012-13
Stephen Jackson is one person the Golden State Warriors consider part of their long-term plans. Golden State has signed its leading scorer to a three-year contract extension announced Monday, a deal that takes the explosive guard-forward through the 2012-13 season. Since Jackson arrived in the Bay Area in a trade with the Indiana Pacers in January 2007, he has been a key piece for coach Don Nelson and a major spark for the Warriors.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/456576797" height="1" width="1"/

Warriors' Jackson signs 3-year extension (AP)
Stephen Jackson is one person the Golden State Warriors consider part of their long-term plans. Golden State has signed its leading scorer to a three-year contract extension announced Monday, a deal that takes the explosive guard-forward through the 2012-13 season. Since Jackson arrived in the Bay Area in a trade with the Indiana Pacers in January 2007, he has been a key piece for coach Don Nelson...

Rose shines for Bulls in win over Pacers (AP)

Derrick Rose scored 23 points and the Chicago Bulls used a fourth-quarter surge Saturday night to beat the Indiana Pacers 104-91. Rose scored 12 points in the third quarter, helping the Bulls build an eight-point lead, then used his quickness to help Chicago complete the victory in the fourth. The top draft pick in the June draft, Rose has scored in double figures in each of his first 10 games --...

76ers rally from 26 down to beat Pacers (AP)

Thaddeus Young had 25 points and 10 rebounds and the Philadelphia 76ers overcame a 26-point deficit to beat the Indiana Pacers 94-92 on Friday night. Andre Miller added 19 points, Elton Brand had 14 points and 15 rebounds, and Andre Iguodala finished with 10 points and 10 rebounds for the 76ers (4-5).

Thunder's Durant out vs. Magic
Kevin Durant missed the Oklahoma City Thunder's game against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night because of a sore left ankle. Coach P.J. Carlesimo said Durant will be day-to-day and his status for Friday's game at New York is up in the air. Desmond Mason started in his place against Orlando. Durant, the NBA's rookie of the year, scored 37 points in Oklahoma City's loss at Indiana on Monday, but only practiced for a few minutes on Tuesday because of the ankle.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/451300706" height="1" width="1"/

Pacers beat Thunder despite Durant's 37 (AP)

T.J. Ford had 24 points and 10 assists to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 107-99 on Monday night. Ford scored 11 points in the final period as Indiana (3-3) pulled away. Danny Granger added 20 points and seven rebounds for the Pacers, who won their second straight. Kevin Durant led the Thunder (1-6) with 37 points and eight rebounds, but no other Oklahoma City player scored...

Harris to miss 2nd straight game for Nets
New Jersey guard Devin Harris has been ruled out of Monday's game against the Miami Heat because of continued problems with a sprained left ankle. Harris hasn't played since scoring a career-best 38 points against the Detroit Pistons on Friday. He sat out the Nets' 98-80 loss at Indiana on Saturday, and coach Lawrence Frank said there's "a pretty good chance" Harris will miss a home game with the Pacers on Wednesday as well. "If he's able to get back Wednesday, then he'll go," Frank said.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/448729731" height="1" width="1"/

Nets' Harris out again with ankle sprain (AP)
New Jersey guard Devin Harris has been ruled out of Monday's game against the Miami Heat because of continued problems with a sprained left ankle. Harris hasn't played since scoring a career-best 38 points against the Detroit Pistons on Friday. He sat out the Nets' 98-80 loss at Indiana on Saturday, and coach Lawrence Frank said there's "a pretty good chance" Harris will miss a home game with the...

Granger helps Pacers beat Nets 98-80 (AP)

Danny Granger scored 23 points to lead the Indiana Pacers to a 98-80 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Saturday night. Granger shot just 6-for-17 from the field, but made 10 of 12 free throws for the Pacers (2-3). He entered the game as the NBA's No. 2 scorer. Indiana guard T.J. Ford nearly had a triple-double, but settled for 13 points, nine rebounds and eight assists.

Nets guard Harris out vs. Pacers with ankle sprain
New Jersey Nets guard Devin Harris was held out of Saturday night's game against the Indiana Pacers with a sprained left ankle.

Nets G Harris out with sprained ankle (AP)
New Jersey Nets guard Devin Harris was held out of Saturday night's game against the Indiana Pacers with a sprained left ankle. Harris scored a career-high 38 points in New Jersey's win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. He ranks second on the team with 18.8 points per game. Indiana was missing guard/forward Mike Dunleavy (sore right knee) and center Rasho Nesterovic (sprained right ankle).

Cavaliers rally past Pacers, 111-107 (AP)

LeBron James scored 27 points and Anderson Varejao added a career-high 18, including 10 in the fourth quarter, as the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied to beat the Indiana Pacers 111-107 on Friday night. Mo Williams, a key offseason acquisition from Milwaukee, finished with 21 for Cleveland, which scored 40 points in the fourth quarter.

Stoudemire scores 49 as Suns beat Pacers (AP)
Amare Stoudemire scored 49 points, falling a point short of his career high in the Phoenix Suns' 113-103 victory over Indiana on Wednesday night. Stoudemire was 17-for-21 from the field, made 15 free throws without a miss and had 11 rebounds, six assists and five steals. He just missed his career high of 50 points, set against Portland on Jan.

Pacers, Granger agree to extension
The Indiana Pacers have signed forward Danny Granger to a contract extension. The 6-foot-9 Granger has averaged 13.7 points per game in his three seasons. Last year, he registered career-best averages in points (19.6), rebounds (6.1), steals (1.1) and 3-point field goal percentage (.404). He was the Pacers' first-round draft pick - 17th overall - in the 2005 NBA Draft. Terms of the contract extension haven't been announced.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/439592566" height="1" width="1"/

Pacers hand Celtics first loss, 95-79 (AP)
The Indiana Pacers couldn't have scripted it better. Pacers president Larry Bird brought in seven new players in the offseason to improve the team's talent level and overhaul its image after numerous off-the-court incidents the past several years. The payoff was immediate. Danny Granger scored 20 points, new point guard T.J.

Pistons' Curry wins coaching debut (AP)
Michael Curry wants the Detroit Pistons to project a new image, consistently attacking on offense and playing hard on defense. After Game One, it's a work in progress. The Detroit Pistons played well enough to build big leads only to allow the Indiana Pacers to rally before beating them 100-94 Wednesday night in the opener for both teams.

Week 1 Fantasy Stockwatch
Our Jeff Lippman debuts his weekly Fantasy Stockwatch with a look at the prospects for Derrick Rose in Chicago and T.J. Ford in Indiana.div class="feedflare" a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=HgcxvHCn"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=41" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=GaIOZ3F5"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=GaIOZ3F5" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=eeQw09iV"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=eeQw09iV" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=YZX1ErxJ"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=52" border="0"/img/a /divimg src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news/~4/ooL76JTK3Qo" height="1" width="1"/

Week 1 Fantasy Stockwatch
Our Jeff Lippman debuts his weekly Fantasy Stockwatch with a look at the prospects for Derrick Rose in Chicago and T.J. Ford in Indiana.div class="feedflare" a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=HgcxvHCn"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=41" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=GaIOZ3F5"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=GaIOZ3F5" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=eeQw09iV"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=eeQw09iV" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feeds.sportsline.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=YZX1ErxJ"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=52" border="0"/img/a /divimg src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news/~4/ooL76JTK3Qo" height="1" width="1"/

Pacers waive veteran F Croshere (AP)
The Indiana Pacers waived veteran forwards Austin Croshere and Josh Davis on Thursday, cutting their roster to 15 players. Croshere, a first-round draft pick by Indiana in 1997, played nine seasons for the Pacers and averaged 7.5 points a game. He was traded to Dallas in 2006 for Marquis Daniels and played for Golden State last season.

Paul keeps Hornets perfect in preseason (AP)

Chris Paul's midseason-like form kept the New Orleans Hornets undefeated in the preseason. Paul had 23 points, 15 assists, five rebounds and three steals in 36 minutes, leading the New Orleans Hornets to a 101-96 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night. "He looks like he's ready to go," said Hornets coach Byron Scott, who said he wanted to give his starters more playing time as the regular...

Rookie Gordon scores 33 for Clippers (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 29 points in less than 22 minutes for Sacramento, but rookie Eric Gordon scored 33 points and led the Los Angeles Clippers' fourth-quarter rally for a 116-112 victory over the Kings in an exhibition game Wednesday night. Gordon, the seventh overall draft pick from Indiana, looked sharp in just his second preseason appearance after sitting out much of training camp with a...

Mavs' Carlisle loses return to Indiana (AP)

Danny Granger had 18 points and rookies Brandon Rush and Roy Hibbert scored 15 points apiece, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 100-93 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in a preseason game on Wednesday night. Jeff Foster finished with 10 points and nine rebounds, and T.J. Ford and Jarrett Jack each scored 10 for Indiana, which evened its preseason record at 2-2.

Pacers will get additional room under salary cap
The Pacers are content to let Eddie Jones go his own way. After balking at the chance to join Indiana following last week's trade with Dallas, the 36-year-old Jones said he didn't want to play this season. The Pacers granted his wish Wednesday. Team officials and Jones' agent agreed to free Jones from coming to Indiana in exchange for additional room under the NBA's salary cap.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/422153926" height="1" width="1"/

Pacers release Eddie Jones, free up cap room
The Indiana Pacers and Eddie Jones' agent agreed to free Jones from coming to Indiana in exchange for additional room under the NBA's salary cap.

Pacers let G-F Eddie Jones walk (AP)
The Pacers are content to let Eddie Jones go his own way. After balking at the chance to join Indiana following last week's trade with Dallas, the 36-year-old Jones said he didn't want to play this season. The Pacers granted his wish Wednesday. Team officials and Jones' agent agreed to free Jones from coming to Indiana in exchange for additional room under the NBA's salary cap.

Thunder rookie White has jaw surgery
Oklahoma City Thunder rookie D.J. White will be sidelined four six months while his jaw heals from surgery. The team said Wednesday that doctors removed a benign growth this week. The 6-foot-9 forward from Indiana will have another procedure in about six weeks in which a bone graft from his hip will be used to mend his jaw.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/421937686" height="1" width="1"/

Thunder rookie F White out 4-6 months (AP)
Oklahoma City Thunder rookie D.J. White will be sidelined four six months while his jaw heals from surgery. The team said Wednesday that doctors removed a benign growth this week. The 6-foot-9 forward from Indiana will have another procedure in about six weeks in which a bone graft from his hip will be used to mend his jaw.

Mavs coach Carlisle returns to Indiana (AP)
Rick Carlisle sounds much more relaxed these days. The former Pacers coach spent much of his time in Indiana answering questions about Ron Artest and the team's chronic off-the-court problems and injuries. He went from leading the Pacers to the Eastern Conference Finals in 2004 to getting fired following the 2006-07 season after the Pacers missed the playoffs.

Rookie Mayo scores 26 in Grizzlies' win (AP)

Rookie guard O.J. Mayo scored 26 points, including six 3-pointers, to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 103-95 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. Mayo, the third pick in the NBA Draft, shook off a shooting slump from long range to allow the Grizzlies to win their second straight preseason game.

Pacers' Foster signs contract extension (AP)
Veteran center Jeff Foster signed a contract extension with the Indiana Pacers on Friday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The 6-foot-11 Foster was a first-round pick by Golden State in 1999 and came to Indiana in a trade following the draft. He has spent his entire 10-year career with the Pacers, averaging 5 points and 7 rebounds.

Pacers offload troubled F Williams to Mavericks
Dogged by three incidents involving police in the past 13 months, Shawne Williams has been traded by the Indiana Pacers to Dallas for future draft picks, cash and possibly another player, his agent said Friday.

Pacers won't comment on reported Tinsley deal
The Indiana Pacers declined to comment Friday on a report that point guard Jamaal Tinsley would be traded to Denver for Steven Hunter and Chucky Atkins. Pacers president Larry Bird downplayed the report, which appeared in Friday's New York Post, saying the team wouldn't comment on "trade rumors" involving any of its players. Hunter's agent, Mark Bartelstein, denied his client was involved in the reported deal. "There's nothing happening with that trade," Bartelstein told The Associated Press.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/410584145" height="1" width="1"/

Bird: Pacers still committed to trading Tinsley
Jamaal Tinsley will remain on the Pacers roster while the team tries to trade him, but the guard won't practice with Indiana when it opens training camp Tuesday. The team will not buy out Tinsley's contract, Pacers president Larry Bird said Friday. "He will stay wherever he's at until we get something done. Jamaal knows that, his agent knows it and we know it," Bird said. "Nothing has changed from what we said at the beginning of the year. "We're going to try to get the best deal for us.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/404086759" height="1" width="1"/

Tinsley won't practice while Pacers work on trade
Jamaal Tinsley will remain on the Pacers roster while the team tries to trade him, but the guard won't practice with Indiana when it opens training camp Tuesday.

Lakers sign free agent F Powell (AP)
The Los Angeles Lakers signed free-agent forward Josh Powell on Thursday. Terms of the contract weren't released. The 6-foot-9 Powell, a three-year NBA veteran, spent last season with the Los Angeles Clippers, averaging 5.5 points and 5.2 rebounds in 64 games. Powell has career averages of 4.2 points and 3.6 rebounds in 138 games with Dallas, Indiana, Golden State and the Clippers.

Free-agent Murray nabs deal with Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks signed free-agent guard Ronald "Flip" Murray on Wednesday. Murray, a six-year veteran, can play both guard spots. He joins Maurice Evans as free-agent additions to the backcourt after the Hawks lost sixth man Josh Childress, who stunned the team last month by signing with Greek powerhouse Olympiakos. The 6-foot-3 Murray was released by Detroit last season before signing with Indiana. He started the final 15 games of the season at point guard for the Pacers. He averaged 11.

76ers add free agent sharpshooter Rush
The Philadelphia 76ers signed free agent guard Kareem Rush on Tuesday to help bolster the team's 3-point shooting. Terms of the deal were not released. The 6-foot-6, 215-pound Rush has averaged 6.8 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 314 games in five NBA seasons. Last season with the Indiana Pacers, he averaged 8.3 points, a career-best 2.4 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 21.2 minutes per game and shot 39 percent from 3-point range.

76ers sign free agent G Rush (AP)
The Philadelphia 76ers signed free agent guard Kareem Rush on Tuesday to help bolster the team's 3-point shooting. Terms of the deal were not released. The 6-foot-6, 215-pound Rush has averaged 6.8 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 314 games in five NBA seasons. Last season with the Indiana Pacers, he averaged 8.3 points, a career-best 2.4 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 21.2 minutes per game and...

Williams' future with Indiana uncertain
Police arrested a passenger in a car driven by Shawne Williams of the Indiana Pacers for marijuana possession, an incident that team president Larry Bird said jeopardizes the forward's future with the Pacers. Williams was not arrested but was written up for a window tint and seat belt violation after the police stop about 6 p.m. Friday in Carmel, said Lt. Jeff Horner, a spokesman for police in the northern Indianapolis suburb. The car did not belong to Williams.

Pacers' Williams on 'thin ice' following car incident
Police arrested a passenger in a car driven by Shawne Williams of the Indiana Pacers for marijuana possession, an incident that team president Larry Bird said jeopardizes the forward's future with the Pacers.

Cavs ink marksman Gibson to 5-year deal
The Cavaliers finally made a move this offseason, signing sharpshooter Daniel Gibson to a five-year contract Wednesday. Bringing back Gibson, a restricted free agent, was one of Cleveland's top priorities. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The guard averaged a career-high 10.4 points on 43 percent shooting last season. He sprained his left ankle in a Feb. 20 game at Indiana and missed 18 games.

Pacers sign Hibbert, Rush to rookie deals
Roy Hibbert and Brandon Rush gave Indiana Pacers coach Jim O'Brien what they thought was the right answer about their expectations heading into their rookie NBA seasons. Each said he wanted to just fit in and not step on anybody's feet. "I'm not interested in these guys coming in to fit in and not step on anybody's feet," O'Brien said Tuesday. Oops. "As a matter of fact, I'd like them to compete for starting jobs.

O'Neal sent to Raptors; Pacers get Ford
The Toronto Raptors added six-time All-Star Jermaine O'Neal to their lineup on Wednesday in a multiplayer deal with Indiana that sent guard T.J. Ford and center Rasho Nesterovic to the Pacers. The teams agreed to the deal in principle before last month's draft, but it couldn't be officially announced until today. The Raptors also acquired the draft rights to forward Nathan Jawai while the Pacers get forward Maceo Baston and the draft rights to center Roy Hibbert. O'Neal averaged 18.

Multiplayer deal sending O'Neal to Toronto final
The Toronto Raptors added six-time All-Star Jermaine O'Neal to their lineup on Wednesday in a multiplayer deal with Indiana that sent guard T.J. Ford and center Rasho Nesterovic to the Pacers.

Former Sonics start over in Oklahoma (AP)

The uniforms arrived in time, black mesh with white stripes along the sides, the words "Oklahoma City" across the front of the jersey and atop a simple NBA logo. Around the bench, there was barely any SuperSonics green or gold in sight. And with that, Oklahoma City's latest NBA storyline got off to a simple start.

Pacers deal 11th pick Bayless to Blazers (AP)
The Indiana Pacers traded first-round draft pick Jerryd Bayless to the Portland Trail Blazers for No. 13 pick Brandon Rush, Jarrett Jack and Josh McRoberts. Rush's agent, Mark Bartelstein, told The Associated Press about the deal Thursday night, shortly after Portland picked Rush. Bayless was selected 11th overall.

Reports: O'Neal deal to Raptors not done yet
The Toronto Raptors and Indiana Pacers have agreed to a blockbuster trade the day before the draft. Multiple media outlets are reporting that Jermaine O'Neal was dealt to the Raptors for point guard T.J. Ford, center Rasho Nesterovic and the No. 17 overall pick. The Pacers also have the No. 11 pick in the draft.

Report: Pacers to deal O'Neal to Raptors (AP)

The Toronto Raptors have agreed in principle to acquire forward Jermaine O'Neal from the Indiana Pacers for point guard T.J. Ford, center Rasho Nesterovic, the 17th pick in the draft and a player to be named, Yahoo reported Wednesday. While Yahool reported the deal, citing an unidentified NBA executive, Raptors general manager Bryan Colangelo told The Canadian Press that he was in the midst of...

Reports: O'Neal shipped to Raptors for Ford, pick
The Toronto Raptors and Indiana Pacers have agreed to a blockbuster trade the day before the draft. Multiple media outlets are reporting that Jermaine O'Neal was dealt to the Raptors for point guard T.J. Ford, center Rasho Nesterovic and the No. 17 overall pick. The Pacers also have the No. 11 pick in the draft.

Reports: Pacers, Raptors eye O'Neal-Ford trade
The Indiana Pacers and Toronto Raptors have held discussions about a possible trade involving Jermaine O'Neal and T.J. Ford, according to reports in the Indianapolis Star and the Toronto Star.

Indiana hires ex-Pacer Perkins to mentor players
The Indiana Pacers, looking to halt a string of embarrassing incidents involving players, have hired Sam Perkins to act as a mentor.

Cavs' Daniel Gibson has ankle surgery
Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson had arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle Tuesday and is expected to be ready for training camp. The second-year guard, a restricted free agent, had the operation in Houston, his hometown. The team said he is expected to start rehab next week. Gibson sprained his ankle Feb. 20 at Indiana and sat out 18 games. He missed the final two games of the playoff series against Boston with a separated shoulder. One of the Cavs' best outside shooters, he averaged 10.

Sampson joins Bucks staff, mum on IU
Kelvin Sampson wants to restore his reputation and continue his career, and hopes he took a step in that direction by accepting a job as an assistant coach with the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday. But Sampson will pass on the chance to explain his version of a messy divorce with Indiana University until after an NCAA hearing in mid-June. "More will come out, and I'll be more than happy to talk after that," Sampson said.

Former Bulls coach Boylan joins Skiles' Bucks staff
Former Chicago Bulls coach Jim Boylan and former Indiana coach Kelvin Sampson were two of four assistants hired Wednesday by Milwaukee Bucks head coach Scott Skiles.

Bird sues owners of former home for name use
Larry Bird filed a lawsuit alleging a couple who bought his former home in southern Indiana are improperly using his name to promote a bed and breakfast.

Bird sues couple for improper name use (AP)
Larry Bird filed a lawsuit alleging a couple who bought his former home in southern Indiana are improperly using his name to promote a bed-and-breakfast. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court, claims Georgianna Lincoln and Christopher Cooke did not have permission to use the NBA Hall of Famer's name with the property and are profiting off his trademark by stating the home belonged to him.

Pacers promote Morway to GM, will work with Bird
The Indiana Pacers promoted David Morway to general manager on Wednesday.

Pacers promote Morway to general manager (AP)
The Indiana Pacers promoted David Morway to general manager on Wednesday. Morway, who had been senior vice president of basketball operations, will oversee salary cap issues and help president of basketball operations Larry Bird with all personnel decisions. He adds that to his previous duties of overseeing the day-to-day operation and administration of the basketball division.

Report: Sampson to become Bucks assistant
Former Indiana University coach Kelvin Sampson has agreed to become a Milwaukee Bucks assistant under Scott Skiles, a person with knowledge of the hiring told The Associated Press on Friday. The person requested anonymity because Sampson has not yet signed a contract, although the signing could come later in the day. This is a second chance for Sampson, who resigned as the Hoosiers' coach Feb.

AP source: Kelvin Sampson to join Bucks (AP)
Former Indiana University coach Kelvin Sampson has agreed to become a Milwaukee Bucks assistant under Scott Skiles, a person with knowledge of the hiring told The Associated Press on Friday. The person requested anonymity because Sampson has not yet signed a contract, although the signing could come later in the day.

Report: Ex-Indiana coach Sampson set for Bucks
Former Indiana University coach Kelvin Sampson has agreed to become a Milwaukee Bucks assistant under Scott Skiles, a person with knowledge of the hiring told The Associated Press on Friday.

Sources: Sampson likely headed to Milwaukee
Milwaukee has emerged as the most likely landing spot for former Indiana coach Kelvin Sampson.



Two finales in one? Isiah waxes on Knicks' season
With speculation swirling about his future as Knicks coach, a subdued Isiah Thomas spoke philosophically about New York's dismal season just hours before the team plays its season finale at Indiana.

Pacers co-owner taking over as team CEO
Indiana Pacers co-owner Herb Simon believes he's found the perfect person to replace Donnie Walsh - himself. Simon announced Wednesday that he is moving into day-to-day operations as chairman and CEO of the franchise after years of mostly hands-off ownership. Walsh resigned last month after leading the Pacers for more than two decades, then accepted a job as president of the New York Knicks.

Pacers co-owner Simon appoints self as new CEO
Indiana Pacers co-owner Herb Simon believes he's found the perfect person to replace Donnie Walsh -- himself.

Pacers co-owner Simon taking over as CEO (AP)
Indiana Pacers co-owner Herb Simon believes he's found the perfect person to replace Donnie Walsh -- himself. Simon announced Wednesday that he is moving into day-to-day operations as chairman and CEO of the franchise after years of mostly hands-off ownership. Walsh resigned last month after leading the Pacers for more than two decades, then accepted a job as president of the New York Knicks.

Walsh returns to Indiana with Knicks (AP)
Less than a month after Donnie Walsh announced he would step down as CEO of the Indiana Pacers, he'll return to Conseco Fieldhouse as president of the New York Knicks. Walsh's past and present, Indiana and New York, meet Wednesday in the season finale for both teams. Walsh said he didn't realize until about a week ago that he'd be returning to Indiana so soon.

Hawks end NBA's longest playoff drought (AP)
For the first time since 1999, the Atlanta Hawks are headed to the NBA playoffs. The Hawks clinched the eighth spot in the Eastern Conference when the Indiana Pacers, the only other team with a mathematical chance, lost at Washington 117-110 Monday night. The league's longest playoff drought ended with Atlanta enjoying an off day.

Wizards' reserves eliminate Pacers (AP)

The Washington Wizards' backups were more than enough to eliminate the very sub-.500 Indiana Pacers from the playoff race, 117-110 Monday. Coach Eddie Jordan went to his bench early and often, getting 31 points from Roger Mason, 14 from rookie Nick Young and little resistance from the Pacers' defense.

Wizards' Butler remains sidelined, out vs. Pacers
Indiana Pacers center Jeff Foster missed Monday's night must-win game against the Washington Wizards, who played without Gilbert Arenas and Caron Butler.

Pacers C Foster misses crucial game (AP)
Indiana Pacers center Jeff Foster missed Monday's night must-win game against the Washington Wizards, who played without Gilbert Arenas and Caron Butler. Foster bruised his right knee in Saturday's 107-103 loss to Charlotte. Pacers coach Jim O'Brien said he expects Foster to be available for Wednesday's regular season finale against New York.

Pacers fall to brink of elimination (AP)

Jason Richardson scored 26 points, and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Indiana Pacers 107-103 on Saturday night to deal a severe blow to the Pacers' playoff hopes. The Pacers entered the night two games behind Atlanta with three games to play. With the loss and Atlanta's loss to Boston, the Pacers need to win their last two and have the Hawks lose their final two to get into the playoffs.

Celtics prevent Hawks from clinching (AP)

Sam Cassell and Boston's backups outplayed Atlanta's starters in the fourth quarter, and the Celtics prevented the Hawks from clinching their first playoff berth since 1999 with a 99-89 victory Saturday night. Atlanta would have ended the NBA's longest playoff drought with a victory, because Indiana lost to Charlotte earlier Saturday.

Pacers beat 76ers, stave off elimination (AP)

Indiana forward Danny Granger was scoreboard watching. When he didn't like what he saw, he stepped up his game. Granger scored 15 of his 30 points in the third quarter as the Pacers kept their slim Eastern Conference playoff hopes alive with an 85-76 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night. "We knew Atlanta was winning," said Granger, who also had 12 rebounds.

Hawks win, keep control of 8th spot (AP)

Joe Johnson kept the Atlanta Hawks in control of the race for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, scoring 34 points Friday night in a 116-104 victory over the New York Knicks. Trying to end the NBA's longest postseason drought, the Hawks remained two games ahead of the Indiana Pacers with three to play for each team.

Pacers avoid elimination, beat Hawks (AP)

Mike Dunleavy scored 28 points, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Atlanta Hawks 112-98 Tuesday night to avoid elimination from the Eastern Conference playoff race. A win by the Hawks would have knocked the Pacers from playoff contention, and Atlanta would have needed just one win or a New Jersey loss the rest of the way to clinch a berth.

It's official: Indiana's Gordon leaving early for NBA
Freshman Eric Gordon will leave Indiana after one season and enter the NBA draft.

Pacers beat Bucks, boost playoff hopes (AP)

When the Indiana Pacers' playoff hopes were fading and they needed a spark, they found it from an unlikely source. Reserve point guard Travis Diener scored 15 of his 18 points in the fourth quarter, and the Pacers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 105-97 Sunday night. Diener, who averages seven points per game, made five of six 3-pointers in the final period.

Ab injury sidelines Bucks G Williams vs. Pacers
Milwaukee guard Mo Williams missed the Bucks' game Sunday night against the Indiana Pacers because of an abdominal injury.

Hawks tighten grip on 8th, beat 76ers (AP)

These are not the old Atlanta Hawks anymore. No, this young group of high-flying Hawks sure seems headed to the playoffs for the first time since the 1998-99 season. They hold a 3 1/2-game lead over Indiana for the eighth spot in the Eastern Conference. Joe Johnson scored 22 points, Josh Smith added 18 points and 10 rebounds, and the Hawks built a big lead and held off the Philadelphia 76ers 92-85...

Pacers win, maintain playoff hopes (AP)

Mike Dunleavy came up with another big game to help the Indiana Pacers stay in the playoff chase. Dunleavy had 27 points and 11 rebounds and the Pacers kept their faint postseason hopes alive by edging the Milwaukee Bucks 105-101 on Friday night. "At this point in the season, if you still have a chance to get in there, there's tons of motivation," Dunleavy said.

Yi to miss rest of regular season with sprained MCL
Milwaukee Bucks rookie forward Yi Jianlian will miss the final eight games of the regular season with a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee. The Bucks made the announcement Friday night before their game against the Indiana Pacers. Yi, the No. 6 pick in the 2007 draft, hurt his knee early in the first quarter of the Bucks' victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.

Bucks F Yi out for rest of season (AP)
Milwaukee Bucks rookie forward Yi Jianlian will miss the final eight games of the regular season with a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee. The Bucks made the announcement Friday night before their game against the Indiana Pacers. Yi, the No. 6 pick in the 2007 draft, hurt his knee early in the first quarter of the Bucks' victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.

Report: Gordon to depart Hoosiers for NBA draft
Indiana freshman Eric Gordon is leaving the Hoosiers for the NBA, according to reports from the Indianapolis Star.

Walsh hired as Knicks' prez, will wait on Isiah decision
Donnie Walsh is the new president of the New York Knicks, and he says he'll wait a few days before deciding on Isiah Thomas' future with the organization. The Knicks hired the longtime Indiana Pacers executive Wednesday. The New Yorker was given complete power to oversee basketball operations of a team finishing its seventh straight losing season. New York never won a playoff game under Thomas, its president since December 2003. He became coach in June 2006.

Celtics tie record for best turnaround (AP)

Kevin Garnett had 20 points and 11 rebounds, and the Boston Celtics tied the NBA record for the best single-season turnaround with a 92-77 win over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. With the league's best record at 60-15, the Celtics have 36 more wins than last season when they finished 24-58, the NBA's second worst mark.

Smith's 2 3s in OT lift Hawks by Raptors (AP)

Mike Bibby hit a tying 3-pointer in regulation, Josh Smith made two in overtime, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 127-120 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory. The Hawks increased their lead for the eighth and final Eastern Conference playoff spot to four games over Indiana, which lost 92-77 at Boston.

Walsh hired as Knicks prez, will wait on Isiah decision
Donnie Walsh is the new president of the New York Knicks, and he says he'll wait a few days before deciding on Isiah Thomas' future with the organization. The Knicks hired the longtime Indiana Pacers executive Wednesday. The New Yorker was given complete power to oversee basketball operations of a team finishing its seventh straight losing season. New York never won a playoff game under Thomas, its president since December 2003. He became coach in June 2006.

O'Neal says he will play Monday night
Indiana Pacers forward Jermaine O'Neal says he will return to the court Monday night after sitting out more than two months with a bone bruise on his left knee. O'Neal is among the league's best interior defenders, and the Pacers could use him for the stretch run. They enter Monday's game against the Miami Heat three games behind Atlanta for the eighth and final playoff slot in the Eastern Conference with nine games left.

O'Neal returns as Pacers beat Heat (AP)

Jermaine O'Neal scored nine points after sitting out for more than two months with a knee injury, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Miami Heat 105-85 on Monday night. O'Neal shot 3-for-4 from the field and 3-for-4 from the free-throw line in 18 minutes. He had missed 33 straight games with a bone bruise, and the Pacers went 12-21 during that stretch.

Knicks' Thomas says Indiana hasn't contacted him
Embattled New York Knicks coach Isiah Thomas sidestepped whether he's interested in talking with Indiana University about its head coaching position.

Pacers boost playoff hopes, get by Nets (AP)

Danny Granger scored 26 points and the Indiana Pacers beat the New Jersey Nets 123-115 on Friday night to halt a two-game losing skid and boost their playoff hopes. Troy Murphy had 21 points and 17 rebounds for Indiana after missing the previous game with strep throat. Mike Dunleavy added 19 points for the Pacers, who avenged a loss to the Nets on Wednesday.

Harris leads Nets over Pacers 124-117 (AP)

Devin Harris had 22 points and a career-best 15 assists and the New Jersey Nets kept pace with Atlanta for the final playoff berth in the Eastern Conference with a 124-117 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. Vince Carter added 22 points and a season-high 14 rebounds, Josh Boone had a career-best 26 points and Richard Jefferson added 20 as New Jersey (31-41) remained a half-game...

Strep throat keeps Pacers' Murphy out vs. Nets
Indiana forward Troy Murphy missed the Pacers' game with the New Jersey Nets on Wednesday night because of strep throat.

Reggie Miller calls Walsh 'Godfather' of Pacers
Donnie Walsh called the shots, and Reggie Miller made them. In nearly two decades together, Walsh and Miller changed the Indiana Pacers from NBA also-rans to title contenders. Miller retired in 2005, and when Walsh said Monday he'd retire as Pacers CEO at the end of this season, it signaled the end of an era. Though the franchise has been riddled with off-the-court problems and losing in recent years, Miller, a five-time All-Star and revered clutch shooter, prefers to remember the glory days.

Walsh leaving Pacers; report has him joining Knicks
Donnie Walsh answered one question: Yes, he's leaving the Indiana Pacers at the end of the season. Next question: Are the New York Knicks in his future? Walsh, the Pacers' CEO and president since 1988, said Monday he would step aside after this season, his 24th year, giving operation of the troubled franchise a single voice under Hall of Famer Larry Bird. Even before the announcement, however, there were media reports that he already has been talking with the Knicks. Late Monday night, ESPN.

Walsh leaving Pacers; team denies Knicks report
Donnie Walsh answered one question: Yes, he's leaving the Indiana Pacers at the end of the season. Next question: Are the New York Knicks in his future? Walsh, the Pacers' CEO and president since 1988, said Monday he would step aside after this season, his 24th year, giving operation of the troubled franchise a single voice under Hall of Famer Larry Bird. Even before the announcement, however, there were media reports that he already has been talking with the Knicks. Late Monday night, ESPN.

Longtime Pacers CEO Walsh to leave organization
The Indiana Pacers announced Monday that Donnie Walsh, the team's CEO and president of basketball operations, is leaving the organization.

Pacers CEO leaving team after season
Indiana Pacers chief executive Donnie Walsh will leave the team after this season. Walsh says he will finish the season and will not comment on his plans. Team president Larry Bird will take over many of Walsh's duties. He says the time is right to go and he has enjoyed his 24 years with the club. That includes the last few years, when the team has dealt with a series of legal problems involving players.

CEO Walsh to leave Pacers after season (AP)

Donnie Walsh's career as an Indiana Pacers executive will end after this season. He said Monday he will finish the season but would not comment on his future. He added the time is right to go and he has enjoyed his 24 years with the Pacers. That includes the last few years, when the team had to deal with assorted legal problems involving players.

Report: Walsh leaning toward staying with Pacers
Pacers CEO Donnie Walsh, who has reportedly had discussions with the New York Knicks about possibly replacing Isiah Thomas as team president, is leaning toward staying with Indiana, according to a published report.

Pacers rally by Bulls, streak reaches 4 (AP)

Mike Dunleavy scored 25 points, Troy Murphy added 24, and the Indiana Pacers extended their winning streak to a season-best four games with a 108-101 comeback victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. Danny Granger added 18 points and 10 rebounds for the Pacers, who snapped a five-game road losing streak and continued their late-season playoff push.

Grizzlies end road skid at 18 (AP)

Mike Miller scored 24 of his 34 points in the first half, and the Memphis Grizzlies snapped an 18-game road losing streak Friday night with a 120-106 victory over the New York Knicks. Rudy Gay added 24 points for the Grizzlies, who stormed to a 19-point halftime lead, blew it all before the end of the third quarter, then pulled away again for their first win outside Memphis since beating Indiana...

Granger's 32 lead Pacers past Wolves (AP)

Danny Granger scored 32 points and the Indiana Pacers beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-113 Friday night for their fifth straight victory at Conseco Fieldhouse. Mike Dunleavy finished with 25 points and seven assists and Troy Murphy added 22 points and 15 rebounds for the Pacers (28-41), who entered the night two games out of the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

Knicks a possibility if Walsh leaves Pacers
Before engaging in more serious talks with the Knicks, Indiana Pacers CEO Donnie Walsh has set up a meeting with Indiana owner Herb Simon early next week, according to a source who has spoken to Walsh.

Playing the Waiver Wire: A very slow pace
The Pacers don't expect to get much out of Jamaal Tinsley or Jermaine O'Neal, both out with injuries, and neither should Fantasy owners. That leaves room for some unlikely Fantasy heroes to produce in the final month of the season. Sergio Gonzalez takes a look at the Fantasy situation in Indiana.

Playing the Waiver Wire: A very slow pace
The Pacers don't expect to get much out of Jamaal Tinsley or Jermaine O'Neal, both out with injuries, and neither should Fantasy owners. That leaves room for some unlikely Fantasy heroes to produce in the final month of the season. Sergio Gonzalez takes a look at the Fantasy situation in Indiana.div class="feedflare" a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=vIdhL8tZ"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=41" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=7vtYdWKT"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=7vtYdWKT" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=yr7uiDfz"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?i=yr7uiDfz" border="0"/img/a a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?a=3dLLW07w"img src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~f/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news?d=52" border="0"/img/a /divimg src="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cbssportsline/basketball_fantasy_news/~4/Ykyw7JPGzWs" height="1" width="1"/

Pacers beat slumping Bobcats 102-95 (AP)

Flip Murray scored 22 points, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Charlotte Bobcats 102-95 Wednesday night for their second straight win. Troy Murphy had 18 points and 13 rebounds and Shawne Williams, who had been benched for five straight games, scored 14 of his 16 points in the fourth quarter for Indiana.

Pacers' Granger (wrist) sits out against Bobcats
Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger missed Wednesday night's game against the Charlotte Bobcats due to a sprained right wrist.

Pacers F Granger out with wrist injury (AP)
Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger missed Wednesday night's game against the Charlotte Bobcats due to a sprained right wrist. Granger leads the Pacers with 18.6 points per game, and had started 66 of Indiana's 67 games. Granger had previously injured the wrist, but played through it. He jammed it in Monday's win over New York, and coach Jim O'Brien said he can't pull it back into a shooting motion...

Bird uncertain about future with Pacers
Indiana Pacers president Larry Bird wants to stick around for the team's expected offseason overhaul. He's just not sure whether he'll be orchestrating it. The NBA Hall of Famer said Wednesday he won't know his plans until he meets with team owners Melvin and Herb Simon. "I want to wait to talk to the owners and see what they want," Bird said after the Pacers' shootaround. "I will say that I'd like to be here because I enjoy this." The past few seasons, however, haven't been much fun.

Bird wants to stay, waits to talk to Pacers owners
Indiana Pacers president Larry Bird wants to stick around for the team's expected offseason overhaul. He's just not sure whether he'll be orchestrating it.

Bird uncertain about future with Pacers (AP)
Indiana Pacers president Larry Bird wants to stick around for the team's expected offseason overhaul. He's just not sure whether he'll be orchestrating it. The NBA Hall of Famer said Wednesday he won't know his plans until he meets with team owners Melvin and Herb Simon. "I want to wait to talk to the owners and see what they want," Bird said after the Pacers' shootaround.

Pacers Tinsley, Daniels avoid trial on charges
Indiana Pacers Jamaal Tinsley and Marquis Daniels avoided a trial Monday on charges stemming from a 2007 bar fight. Prosecutors agreed to drop all charges if the players stay out of trouble for two years. Tinsley faced a felony charge of intimidation, and misdemeanor counts of battery, disorderly conduct and intimidation in the fight at the 8 Seconds Saloon in February 2007. Daniels was charged with battery and disorderly conduct, both misdemeanors.

Fight charges dropped for Pacers' Tinsley, Daniels
Indiana Pacers Jamaal Tinsley and Marquis Daniels avoided a trial Monday on charges stemming from a 2007 bar fight.

Prosecutors agreed to drop all charges if the players stay out of trouble for two years.

Tinsley, Daniels avoid trial on bar fight charges
Indiana Pacers Jamaal Tinsley and Marquis Daniels avoided a trial Monday on charges stemming from a 2007 bar fight. Prosecutors agreed to drop all charges if the players stay out of trouble for two years. Tinsley faced a felony charge of intimidation, and misdemeanor counts of battery, disorderly conduct and intimidation in the fight at the 8 Seconds Saloon in February 2007. Daniels was charged with battery and disorderly conduct, both misdemeanors.

Dunleavy's 36 lead Pacers past Knicks (AP)

Mike Dunleavy tied his career high with 36 points, and the Indiana Pacers beat the New York Knicks 110-98 Monday night. Danny Granger had 26 points and 11 rebounds, and Troy Murphy added 13 points and 10 rebounds for the Pacers, who snapped a two-game losing streak. Zach Randolph had 21 points and 14 rebounds, and Wilson Chandler added 15 points and eight rebounds for New York, which has lost nine...

Magic clinch playoff spot, beat Pacers (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu scored 27 points, including nine in the final five minutes to help the Orlando Magic pull away and clinch a playoff berth with a 122-111 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. Rashard Lewis added 22 points for Orlando, which has won seven of eight. Dwight Howard, who was in foul trouble much of the fourth quarter, added 18 points and 12 rebounds before fouling out with 43...

Nowitzki, Lue help Mavs pound Pacers (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki scored 21 points and new backup point guard Tyronn Lue had 13 points in 15 minutes, carrying the Dallas Mavericks past the Indiana Pacers, 116-97 Friday night in their latest pounding of an Eastern Conference bottom feeder. Dallas won its fourth straight, all at home and all against the weakest teams in the weaker conference.

Dunleavy helps Pacers end 3-game skid (AP)

Mike Dunleavy scored 32 points and the Indiana Pacers snapped a three-game losing streak with a 114-107 victory over Seattle on Tuesday night that also sent the SuperSonics to their fifth straight loss. Danny Granger added 23 points, Troy Murphy had 19 points and nine rebounds and Travis Diener had 11 points and nine assists for the Pacers.

Riley starts college scouting tour with trip to Indiana
Pat Riley's search to bring young help to the Miami Heat is officially underway. Riley, the Heat coach and president, was in State College, Pa., on Sunday, watching Indiana freshman guard Eric Gordon play against Penn State. Gordon scored 26 points, but the 18th-ranked Hoosiers lost to the Nittany Lions, 68-64 in overtime. Riley is expected in Miami on Monday night when the Heat host the Los Angeles Clippers.

Pacers co-owner has had enough, vows changes
The co-owner of the Indiana Pacers has had enough of his players making news for all the wrong reasons.

James' 38 points help Cavs past Pacers (AP)

LeBron James scored 38 points and Anderson Varejao added 15 points and 16 rebounds in the Cleveland Cavaliers' 103-95 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday.

Pacers suspend Harrison after outburst
The Indiana Pacers have suspended center David Harrison for one game for conduct detrimental to the team. The Pacers gave no reason for the suspension, but the announcement Friday comes a day after Harrison was involved in a confrontation late in a game against San Antonio. Harrison was called for a technical as he yelled at an official after being hit in the face by Spurs forward Matt Bonner. Pacers coach Jim O'Brien pulled Harrison from the game, but he was later escorted to the locker room.

Pacers suspend Harrison for detrimental conduct
The Indiana Pacers have suspended center David Harrison for one game for conduct detrimental to the team.

Spurs roll to 11th straight win (AP)

Manu Ginobili scored 28 points to help the San Antonio Spurs beat the Indiana Pacers 108-97 Thursday night for their 11th straight win. Tony Parker added 19 points in the game, which wasn't close after halftime and saw Spurs coach Gregg Popovich get ejected in the second quarter. Tim Duncan had 12 rebounds and six points on 3-of-11 shooting.

Popovich ejected from game versus Pacers (AP)
Spurs coach Gregg Popovich was ejected from the game against the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night. Popovich was thrown out by referee Mark Wunderlich with 5:39 left in the first half after he left the bench area while yelling at Wunderlich. One of Popovich's assistant coaches grabbed him and pulled him away.

Rockets win team-record 16th straight (AP)

The Houston Rockets made history Wednesday night. Now they can go back to trying to make the playoffs. Tracy McGrady scored 25 points and the Houston Rockets won their franchise-record 16th game, beating Indiana 117-99. The Rockets are 4-0 since losing Yao Ming for the season with a stress fracture in his foot and have won 20 of their last 21 games, and own the longest winning streak in the NBA this...

Rockets sweet 16
The Rockets get their franchise record sixteenth win in a row. Hear from Tracy McGrady after the 117-99 win over Indiana. T-Mac had 25 points and six boards in the win.

Murray stays in East, joins Pacers for playoff push
Cast off by the Pistons, Ronald Murray is staying in the Eastern Conference and will try to help the Indiana Pacers qualify for the playoffs.

Dunleavy scores 36 again in Pacers' win (AP)

Mike Dunleavy tied his career high of 36 points for the second straight game, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 128-106 Sunday for their second straight win. It was Dunleavy's third 30-point game in his last six contests, and the third time he has scored 36 points this season. He had just tied the career high Friday at Toronto.

Dunleavy's career-high 36 power Pacers (AP)

Mike Dunleavy matched his career high with 36 points, Kareem Rush added 23 and the Indiana Pacers beat the Toronto Raptors 122-111 on Friday night. Troy Murphy scored 18 and Stephen Graham had 16 as the Pacers won for just the second time in their past seven games. Toronto lost forward Chris Bosh late in the first quarter to a sore right knee.

Bosh leaves game with sore right knee (AP)
Toronto star Chris Bosh left the Raptors' game against the Indiana Pacers on Friday night late in the first quarter with a sore right knee. Team officials said Bosh would not return to the game and will undergo further examination. The forward went to the locker room during a Raptors timeout with 2:23 left in the quarter.

Pacers' Granger suspended one game
The NBA suspended Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger for one game without pay Friday for striking Chicago's Andres Nocioni in the face. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter of Indiana's 113-107 loss to the Bulls on Wednesday. The suspension was for Friday night's game at Toronto. The Pacers had no other comment besides the statement released by the league through Stu Jackson, the NBA's executive vice president for basketball operations, team spokesman David Benner said.

Pacers F Granger suspended 1 game (AP)
The NBA suspended Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger for one game without pay Friday for striking Chicago's Andres Nocioni in the face. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter of Indiana's 113-107 loss to the Bulls on Wednesday. The suspension was for Friday night's game at Toronto. The Pacers had no other comment besides the statement released by the league through Stu Jackson, the NBA's...

Hughes' 29 lead Bulls past Pacers (AP)

Larry Hughes had 29 points and Drew Gooden added 10 points and 15 rebounds, helping the new-look Chicago Bulls to a 113-107 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. Luol Deng finished with 16 points and Ben Gordon scored 15 for the Bulls (23-34), who won for the first time since acquiring Hughes and Gooden from Cleveland on Feb.

Bosh leads Raptors past Pacers 102-98 (AP)

Chris Bosh had 24 points and 10 rebounds, leading the Toronto Raptors to a 102-98 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. Carlos Delfino scored 23 points and made six of seven 3-pointers, and T.J. Ford added 16 points and seven assists for the Raptors, who have won all three meetings with the Pacers this season and won four of their last five overall.

Pacers G Daniels not suspected in rape (AP)
Police said Indiana Pacers guard Marquis Daniels is not a suspect in an alleged rape at his home in Carmel. Hamilton County Sheriff Doug Carter said a woman reported the rape to police Sunday after going to a hospital in Indianapolis. The Hamilton County Sheriff's Department took over the investigation when it was determined the alleged rape had occurred at Daniels' home in Carmel, just north of...

Jefferson's 36 help Nets down Pacers (AP)

Richard Jefferson equaled his season high with 36 points and Vince Carter added 24 as the New Jersey Nets beat the Indiana Pacers 102-91 on Saturday night and split the home-and-home series. The Nets, who lost in Indianapolis on Friday, are 2-1 since trading Jason Kidd to Dallas in a multiplayer deal on Tuesday.

Dunleavy's 34 help Pacers end skid (AP)

Mike Dunleavy scored 34 points, and the Indiana Pacers beat the New Jersey Nets 113-103 on Friday night to snap a three-game losing streak. Travis Diener tied a career high with 19 points, and Jeff Foster added 10 points and 14 rebounds for the Pacers. Richard Jefferson scored 34 points and Bostjan Nachbar added 22 for the Nets.

Gibson joins long injury list for Cavaliers
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson could miss six weeks with a severely sprained left ankle, the latest costly injury for the defending Eastern Conference champions. Gibson injured his ankle in the second quarter of Wednesday night's win over Indiana when he and Pacers guard Travis Diener were diving in the lane for a loose ball. Gibson had to be helped off the court by teammates.

Cavs' Gibson sidelined 4-6 weeks (AP)
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson could miss six weeks with a severely sprained left ankle, the latest costly injury for the defending Eastern Conference champions. Gibson injured his ankle in the second quarter of Wednesday night's win over Indiana when he and Pacers guard Travis Diener were diving in the lane for a loose ball.

James gets win to go with triple-double (AP)

LeBron James had his second consecutive triple-double, with 31 points, 14 rebounds and 12 assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Indiana Pacers 106-97 on Wednesday night. It was James' sixth triple-double of the season and the 16th of his career, and it helped the Cavaliers end a two-game losing streak.

Cavs' Gibson leaves game with sprained ankle
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson went down with a leg injury in the third quarter of Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers.

Cavs G Gibson sprains left ankle (AP)
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson sprained his left ankle in the third quarter of Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers and did not return. Indiana guard Travis Diener made contact with Gibson while both were diving for a loose ball. Gibson was helped off the court by teammates. A Cavaliers spokesman said X-rays were negative, and the team would re-evaluate the injury Thursday morning in...

Pistons beat Pacers to win 10th straight (AP)
Chauncey Billups, Tayshaun Prince and Richard Hamilton led a balanced attack with 14 points each as the Detroit Pistons won their 10th straight with a 96-80 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. Jason Maxiell added 11 points and 11 rebounds for the Pistons, who haven't lost since Jan. 21, and are 31-8 since an 8-5 start.

Pierce leads Celts to fourth straight (AP)
Paul Pierce had 28 points and 12 rebounds, and the short-handed Boston Celtics beat the Indiana Pacers 104-97 Tuesday night to win their fourth straight game. Ray Allen scored 23 and Leon Powe added 16 points and nine rebounds for the Celtics (40-9), who were playing without injured starters Kevin Garnett and Kendrick Perkins.

Granger's 29 lift Pacers over Blazers (AP)

Just like that, the Indiana Pacers are talking about carrying momentum into the All-Star break. The Pacers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 101-93 on Saturday night for their second straight victory. The small win streak is important because Indiana had lost seven in a row before beating New York on Wednesday.

Trail Blazers G Roy out vs. Pacers (AP)
Brandon Roy missed the Portland Trail Blazers' game against Indiana on Saturday night after a death in his family. Roy, who left the team after scoring 28 points in the Blazers' win over Chicago on Wednesday night, also missed Friday's game at Detroit. An All-Star selection, Roy leads the Trail Blazers in scoring, assists and steals.

Pacers transfer 7-game skid to Knicks (AP)

For three quarters, the Indiana Pacers played the type of defense that landed them in a seven-game losing streak. Suddenly, they realized there was only way out of it. Kareem Rush scored 24 points, and the Pacers limited the New York Knicks to three field goals in the final 8 1/2 minutes of a 103-100 victory Wednesday night.

Spurs turn up defense, defeat Pacers (AP)

Tim Duncan dominated the middle and San Antonio's stingy second-half defense turned a close game into a rout Tuesday night, leading the Spurs to a 116-89 victory over the Indiana Pacers. Duncan had 19 points and 15 rebounds, and backup guard Jacque Vaughn scored 16 points off the bench. Danny Granger led the Pacers with 16 points, not nearly enough to halt Indiana's season-high seven game losing...

Spurs' new addition Stoudamire starts vs. Pacers
Damon Stoudamire, the San Antonio Spurs' newest acquisition, was in the starting lineup Tuesday night at Indiana.

Turkoglu leads Magic past Pacers 121-115 (AP)

Dwight Howard had 24 points and 12 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic beat the Indiana Pacers 121-115 Saturday night for their fourth straight victory. Hedo Turkoglu scored 20 of his 23 points in the second half, and Rashard Lewis added 19 points for Orlando (31-18). Danny Granger finished with 29 points, Mike Dunleavy scored 19 and Troy Murphy chipped in 17 for the slumping Pacers (19-29), who...

Rockets earn sixth straight road win (AP)

Rookie Carl Landry scored 13 of his career-high 22 points in the fourth quarter, and the Houston Rockets beat the Indiana Pacers 106-103 on Friday night for their sixth straight road victory. Tracy McGrady had 19 points, Yao Ming added 17 points and 12 rebounds, and Shane Battier scored 13 points for Houston (26-20).

Wallace leads Pistons by Pacers 110-104 (AP)

Rasheed Wallace had 24 points and 10 rebounds to help the Detroit Pistons beat the Indiana Pacers 110-104 on Tuesday night. Tayshaun Prince scored 17 points and Chauncey Billups added 13 points and eight assists for the Pistons, who won their third straight game. Mike Dunleavy led Indiana with 25 points and seven assists.

Isiah's son charged with illegal alcohol consumption
New York Knicks coach Isiah Thomas' 19-year-old son has been arrested for underage drinking. Joshua Isiah Thomas was charged with illegal consumption of alcohol and being a minor in a tavern, both Class C misdemeanors; and disorderly conduct, a Class B misdemeanor, early Tuesday morning, according to Bloomington police. The younger Thomas is a student at Indiana University, where his father won a national championship in 1981. Joshua Thomas doesn't play basketball at the school.

Heat snap 15-game skid, top Pacers 98-96 (AP)

A joyous Pat Riley walked into the Miami Heat locker room, one of his patented inspirational postgame speeches at the ready. His team never gave him a chance. And really, nothing needed to be said. The scoreboard told the story. Dwyane Wade scored 35 points, Mark Blount added 10 of his 19 in the pivotal fourth quarter, and the Heat beat the Indiana Pacers 98-96 on Saturday to snap a 15-game skid --...

Report: Son of Knicks coach arrested in Bloomington
The New York Knicks said coach Isiah Thomas wouldn't comment Friday on a report that his 19-year-old son was arrested for underage drinking in Bloomington, Ind. Joshua Thomas, a student at Indiana University, was arrested on misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct, illegal consumption of alcohol and being a minor in a tavern, according to the New York Daily News. He was released from the Monroe County Jail on $500 bail.

Redd, Bogut lead Bucks by Pacers 104-92 (AP)

Michael Redd scored 37 points and Andrew Bogut had 17 points and 11 rebounds, leading the Milwaukee Bucks to a 104-92 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night. Redd scored 10 in the fourth quarter, playing every minute of the second half and 45 minutes overall as the Bucks won for only the second time in eight games.

Hinrich's 38 lift short-handed Bulls (AP)

Kirk Hinrich scored a career-high 38 points, and the Chicago Bulls beat the Indiana Pacers 108-95 on Wednesday night even though their two best players were injured. The Bulls learned earlier in the day that forward Luol Deng would miss one to three weeks because of his recurring left Achilles' tendinitis.

Deng to miss 1-3 weeks; Gordon also injured
Bulls forward Luol Deng is expected to miss one to three weeks because of his recurring left Achilles' tendinitis, and leading scorer Ben Gordon sat out Wednesday night against the Indiana Pacers due to a sprained right wrist. Gordon, averaging 19.6 points, hurt himself Monday during a 104-90 loss at Memphis. "X-rays were taken (on Gordon), and from what I understand, they were negative," interim coach Jim Boylan said. "It's just can he get it loose enough so he can play.

Bulls' Deng sidelined with left Achilles' tendinitis
Chicago Bulls forward Luol Deng was inactive Wednesday night against the Indiana Pacers because of his recurring left Achilles' tendinitis. The condition has been bothering Deng, second on the team at 17.9 points per game, for nearly a month, and it caused him to miss three games before returning Jan. 13 at Atlanta. The problem flared up again during the fourth quarter against Golden State on Friday, and he sat out the following night against Detroit.

Rush, Dunleavy lift Pacers past 76ers (AP)

Kareem Rush scored a season-high 25 points and Mike Dunleavy added 24 to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 110-103 on Monday. Danny Granger had 18 points and Troy Murphy, who left with a sore left knee, added 13. Jamaal Tinsley had 13 assists and Jeff Foster grabbed 10 rebounds for the Pacers, who moved into a tie with New Jersey for the eighth spot in the Eastern Conference...

Kings' Artest wins in return to Indiana (AP)

Ron Artest scored 15 points against his former team, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Indiana Pacers 110-104 on Saturday night. Artest still is disliked by Indiana fans for his role in the brawl between Pacers players and Detroit Pistons fans in 2004. He was booed often, but got his first win against the Pacers since he requested a trade from Indiana two seasons ago.

Pacers lose O'Neal for 2 weeks due to knee injury
Pacers forward Jermaine O'Neal will miss at least two weeks with a bruised left knee, team officials said Saturday before Indiana played Sacramento. Earlier this week, O'Neal said he was not fully healed from knee surgery to repair torn meniscus cartilage last April. He said he's surprised the healing process has been so slow. O'Neal said he had trouble during Wednesday's practice, but he started that night against Golden State.

Pacers' O'Neal out 2 weeks with bruised left knee
Indiana Pacers forward Jermaine O'Neal will miss at least two weeks with a bruised left knee, team officials said Saturday before Indiana played Sacramento.

Pacers lose O'Neal for 2 weeks due to knee injury
Pacers forward Jermaine O'Neal will miss at least two weeks with a bruised left knee, team officials said Saturday before Indiana played Sacramento. Earlier this week, O'Neal said he was not fully healed from knee surgery to repair torn meniscus cartilage last April. He said he's surprised the healing process has been so slow. O'Neal said he had trouble during Wednesday's practice, but he started that night against Golden State.

Granger rallies Pacers by Warriors (AP)

Danny Granger scored 29 points, and the Indiana Pacers overcame a 17-point deficit in the second half to beat the Golden State Warriors 125-117 on Wednesday night. Indiana's Mike Dunleavy had 24 points and nine rebounds against his former team, and Kareem Rush scored 14 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter for the Pacers.

Knee keeps Pacers' Tinsley out against Warriors
Indiana Pacers point guard Jamaal Tinsley sat out Wednesday night against the Golden State Warriors because of a sore left knee.

Pacers G Tinsley out vs. Warriors (AP)
Indiana Pacers point guard Jamaal Tinsley sat out Wednesday night against the Golden State Warriors because of a sore left knee. Tinsley played Sunday against the Warriors and finished with eight points and 11 assists. He is averaging 13.4 points and 8.5 assists this season. Wednesday's game is the seventh he's missed this season.

Ellis, Warriors spoil Dunleavy's return (AP)

Monta Ellis scored nine of his 29 points during a fourth-quarter comeback, and former Golden State disappointment Mike Dunleavy missed a key free throw for Indiana in the final moments of the Warriors' 106-101 victory Sunday night. Baron Davis scored 27 points for the Warriors, who won for the third time in four games by erasing Indiana's early 17-point lead and hanging on through a tense final...

Dunleavy leads Pacers past Kings 111-105 (AP)

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP)Mike Dunleavy scored 23 points and the Indiana Pacers never trailed in a 111-105 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night, snapping a three-game losing streak. Ahead 105-103 in the final minute, Jermaine O'Neal made two free throws and Danny Granger hit a 3-pointer with 18 seconds left to help the Pacers end a seven-game road losing streak.

Harrison suspended for violating drug policy
Indiana Pacers center David Harrison was suspended for five games Friday by the NBA for violating the league's anti-drug program.

Pacers C Harrison suspended 5 games (AP)
Indiana Pacers center David Harrison was suspended for five games Friday by the NBA for violating the league's anti-drug program. Harrison's suspension, which is without pay, will begin with Saturday's game at Sacramento, the league said. Pacers president Larry Bird said the team was disappointed with the news.

Suns facing Jazz minus three starters
Phoenix guard Steve Nash was out with the flu and forward Shawn Marion missed the Suns' game in Utah on Thursday night because of a bruised elbow. Nash, who was too sick to finish the Suns' home game against Indiana the night before, didn't travel with the team for the one-game trip. Marion bruised his right elbow in the overtime win against the Pacers and the Suns were also without forward Grant Hill, who had an appendectomy Wednesday. The Jazz also were short-handed.

Nash, Marion sit out for Suns in Utah (AP)
Phoenix guard Steve Nash was out with the flu and forward Shawn Marion missed the Suns' game in Utah on Thursday night because of a bruised elbow. Nash, who was too sick to finish the Suns' home game against Indiana the night before, didn't travel with the team for the one-game trip. Marion bruised his right elbow in the overtime win against the Pacers and the Suns were also without forward Grant...

Suns rally in overtime without Nash (AP)

Raja Bell sank two 3-pointers in the final 2 1/2 minutes of overtime and the Phoenix Suns rallied from 16 points down in regulation without Steve Nash to beat the Indiana Pacers 129-122 on Wednesday night. Bell scored a season-high 27, including 6-of-11 on 3s. Leandro Barbosa scored 25 of his 27 points after halftime, 16 in the third quarter, and the Suns handed the Pacers their seventh consecutive...

Jazz roll past Pacers 111-89 (AP)

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

Lakers stay hot, beat Pacers 112-96 (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 12 of his 26 points in the third quarter, Andrew Bynum had 23 points and 13 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Indiana Pacers 112-96 Sunday night for their 12th win in 15 games. Derek Fisher scored 22 points, Lamar Odom had 13 points and 13 rebounds, and Luke Walton added 10 points and seven assists for the Lakers (21-11), who moved a season-high 10 games over .500 in...

Granger's 32 help Pacers end 5-game skid (AP)

Danny Granger bounced back from one of the worst games of his career with one of his best. The third-year forward tied a career high with 32 points and the Indiana Pacers beat the Atlanta Hawks 113-91 on Friday night to snap a five-game losing streak. Granger, who tied his career best points total on a dunk late in the fourth quarter, shot 10-for-15 from the field and had nine rebounds.

Trial of NBA players Tinsley, Daniels delayed
The trial of Indiana Pacers players Jamaal Tinsley and Marquis Daniels on charges stemming from a bar fight has been delayed a third time. The trial was to begin on Jan. 14, but was rescheduled for March 17 because a new prosecutor is handling the case, spokesman Matthew Symons of the Marion County prosecutor's office said on Friday. The defense asked for the earlier postponements in September and December.

Trial for Tinsley, Daniels delayed for third time
The trial of Indiana Pacers players Jamaal Tinsley and Marquis Daniels on charges stemming from a bar fight has been delayed a third time.

Gasol helps Grizzlies end 5-game skid (AP)

Michael Conley simply did what he usually does at Conseco Fieldhouse. He returned to the building where he won three state championships and led the Memphis Grizzlies to a 90-72 win over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. The rookie point guard had seven points, eight assists, six rebounds and three steals in his first career start, and his first regular-season game in his hometown.

Pacers G Tinsley sidelined again (AP)
Indiana Pacers point guard Jamaal Tinsley missed his third straight game when he sat out Wednesday night against the Memphis Grizzlies with a sore left hamstring. Tinsley last played on Dec. 28 against Detroit. He is averaging 13.8 points and ranks fifth in the NBA in assists at 8.7 per game. Indiana center David Harrison also sat out, with a sore back.

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

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

Report: Pacers' Tinsley to miss at least a week
In the middle of one of the best seasons in his NBA career, Indiana guard Jamaal Tinsley will miss at least a week of action due to a left hamstring injury, according to a published report.

Pistons win eighth straight, beat Pacers (AP)

Richard Hamilton scored 24 points, Chauncey Billups had 17, and the Detroit Pistons beat the Indiana Pacers 98-92 Saturday night for their eighth straight victory. Reserve Jason Maxiell added 12 points and Rasheed Wallace finished with 10 points and 10 rebounds to help the Pistons (23-7) complete a home-and-home sweep.

Pistons win seventh straight, top Pacers (AP)

Jarvis Hayes can't imagine that food poisoning helped his game Friday night. He doesn't have a better explanation, though. Hayes, who has been sick since Detroit's flight back from New Jersey on Wednesday, scored 13 points in the second quarter to help the Pistons post their seventh straight victory, 114-101 over the Indiana Pacers.

Hawks win fifth straight, beat Pacers (AP)

The Atlanta Hawks are winning like it's 1999. Joe Johnson scored the first two baskets in a 12-0 run and the Hawks beat the Indiana Pacers 107-95 on Wednesday night for their first five-game winning streak in eight years. The Hawks are three games over .500 this late in the season for the first time since the 1998-99 season, the last time they made the playoffs.

Granger helps Pacers hold off Wizards (AP)

Danny Granger scored 11 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter, and the Indiana Pacers held off the short-handed Washington Wizards 93-85 on Saturday night. Jermaine O'Neal had 18 points and eight rebounds, and reserve Kareem Rush added 15 points for the Pacers (15-13), who won for the fourth time in five games.

Walker rallies Wolves by Pacers 131-118 (AP)

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been begging to see the Antoine Walker Shoulder Shimmy all season. With only three wins in their first 24 games, Walker never really had a chance to let it loose. He finally unveiled his trademark juke in the second quarter against Indiana on Friday night, and it spurred the young Wolves to an improbable comeback victory.

Pacers hope Tinsley has learned lesson (AP)
Jamaal Tinsley's decisions on the court have been nearly impeccable this season. His decisions off the court? Well, that's another matter. The Indiana Pacers point guard has been connected with three late-night conflicts in 14 months. The latest came this month when he and his companions were shot at during a night on the town.

Pacers' Tinsley sits out vs. 76ers with thigh bruise
Indiana Pacers point guard Jamaal Tinsley sat out Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers due to a left thigh bruise.

Dunleavy's 36 lift Pacers over Knicks (AP)

Mike Dunleavy scored 22 of his career-high 36 points in the third quarter, and the Indiana Pacers beat the New York Knicks 119-92 Monday night. Jermaine O'Neal added 22 points, two days after sustaining a mild concussion in a victory at Miami. The Pacers, the highest-scoring team in the Eastern Conference, ran away from the Knicks after the game was tied at 64 midway through the third quarter.

Knicks G Marbury, Pacers F O'Neal return (AP)
Stephon Marbury was back with the Knicks on Monday night against Indiana, while Jermaine O'Neal started for the Pacers two days after sustaining a mild concussion. Marbury missed four straight and five of the last seven games following the Dec. 2 death of his father, Donald. He returned to practice Sunday but didn't reclaim his starting spot.

Marbury back with Knicks after leave of absence
Stephon Marbury was back with the Knicks on Monday night against Indiana, while Jermaine O'Neal started for the Pacers two days after sustaining a mild concussion.

Marbury returns to Knicks practice
Knicks guard Stephon Marbury returned to practice Sunday after missing a week while mourning the death of his father. Marbury plans to play Monday when the Knicks host the Indiana Pacers. He had missed four straight games after briefly trying to return following the Dec. 2 death of his father, Donald. Looking noticeably thinner, Marbury said he started working out again a few days ago. He has appeared in just two of the past seven games.

Knicks G Marbury plans to play Monday (AP)
Knicks guard Stephon Marbury returned to practice Sunday after missing a week while mourning the death of his father. Marbury plans to play Monday when the Knicks host the Indiana Pacers. He had missed four straight games after briefly trying to return following the Dec. 2 death of his father, Donald. Looking noticeably thinner, Marbury said he started working out again a few days ago.

Tinsley, O'Neal lift Pacers over Heat (AP)

Jamaal Tinsley scored 26 points, Jermaine O'Neal started a crucial fourth-quarter run with three straight baskets and the Indiana Pacers extended their dominance of the Miami Heat with a 106-103 win Saturday night. Jermaine O'Neal finished with 24 points and Danny Granger added 16 for Indiana, which started the final period on a 14-4 run to take control and has now won 18 of the past 22...

Kapono rallies Raptors past Pacers (AP)

Jason Kapono scored 17 of his career-high 29 points in the fourth quarter to help the Toronto Raptors beat the Indiana Pacers 104-93 Friday night for their fourth straight win. Chris Bosh had 22 points and 16 rebounds, and Jose Calderon had a career-high 16 assists and 18 points for the Raptors (14-10), who overcame a 17-point third-quarter deficit.

Thomas suspended, Murphy fined $10K
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas was suspended for one game and Indiana Pacers forward Troy Murphy was fined $10,000 for fighting. Thomas was suspended for striking Murphy in the face during a game in Indianapolis, and Murphy was fined for shoving Thomas, the league said. The fight happened Wednesday, with the Bulls leading 41-36 with 3:51 left in the second quarter. Both players were ejected. The Pacers went on to win 117-102.

Bulls F Thomas suspended for 1 game (AP)
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas was suspended for one game and Indiana Pacers forward Troy Murphy was fined $10,000 for fighting. Thomas was suspended for striking Murphy in the face during a game in Indianapolis, and Murphy was fined for shoving Thomas, the league said. The fight happened Wednesday, with the Bulls leading 41-36 with 3:51 left in the second quarter.

Bulls' Thomas gets 1-game suspension for hitting
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas has been suspended for one game for fighting during the game against the Indiana Pacers, the NBA said on Friday.

Police seeking woman on Tinsley tape
New security camera video shows a silver Chrysler 300 shadowing a Rolls-Royce belonging to Indiana Pacers guard Jamaal Tinsley shortly before someone fired an assault rifle at him. Indianapolis police say they want to identify a woman who is seen in the video getting out of the Chrysler and walking into a Marathon gas station store early Sunday morning. Her face passes close to the camera.

Pacers win testy game with Bulls 117-102 (AP)

Kareem Rush scored 22 points to lead the Indiana Pacers to a 117-102 win over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night in a wild game that featured five technical fouls and two ejections. Jamaal Tinsley added 18 points and eight assists for Indiana in first home game since he was shot at, but unhurt, early Sunday morning in downtown Indianapolis.

Pacers' Murphy, Bulls' Thomas tossed after tussle
Indiana center Troy Murphy and Chicago forward Tyrus Thomas were ejected after an altercation Wednesday night.

Pacers' Tinsley shown calm following shooting
Jamaal Tinsley appears calm and under control in surveillance videos taken after the Indiana Pacers guard and his entourage were shot at in a parking lot outside a five-star hotel over the weekend.

James returns, Cavaliers end 6-game skid (AP)

LeBron James came back -- as a reserve -- and the Cleveland Cavaliers, sparked by their superstar's return, snapped a six-game losing streak with a 118-105 win over the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night. James, the NBA's leading scorer, had missed Cleveland's previous five games with what the Cavs have described as a sprained left index finger.

James returns, comes off bench for Cavs (AP)
LeBron James came back -- off the bench. Cleveland's star forward, who missed the previous five games with a sprained left index finger, returned to the floor, but surprisingly not as a starter on Tuesday night when the Cavaliers hosted the Indiana Pacers. James had started all 332 career regular-season NBA games before coming in with 5:59 remaining in the first quarter.

Judge dismisses brawl suits against Artest
Two civil lawsuits against Ron Artest stemming from the November 2004 brawl at the Palace of Auburn Hills have been dismissed. U.S. District Court Judge Anna Diggs Taylor on Monday dismissed the civil lawsuits against the former Indiana Pacer star. Artest's lawyer, Allan Rubin, said Taylor ruled on motions filed by the defense. "We're extremely happy. We believe the court made the right decision," Rubin said. "We believe the plaintiffs were overreaching in their claims.

LeBron pointing toward Tuesday return
LeBron James' injured finger passed the required practice test. It's game time. James, who has missed Cleveland's past five games - all losses - with a sprained left index finger, is expected to be back in the lineup on Tuesday night when the Cavaliers host the Indiana Pacers. Following practice on Monday, James said the finger has improved and that he didn't have any problems with it after two days of contact. The Cavaliers' megastar sounded confident that he would dress for the Pacers.

Tinsley happy to be alive after shooting
Jamaal Tinsley knows he has to make lifestyle changes, and he feels blessed to have the chance. That was the Indiana Pacers guard's mindset 36 hours after being shot at with an assault weapon in front of a downtown Indianapolis hotel. He was not injured. "The man upstairs, he gave me another opportunity to see another day. When athletes step out, anything can happen," the sixth-year player said after Monday's practice.

Pacers won't punish Tinsley over shooting
The Indiana Pacers will not punish guard Jamaal Tinsley for his involvement in a shooting in front of a downtown hotel. Tinsley met with coach Jim O'Brien and team president Larry Bird on Monday, a day after the player and several companions were targeted in the early Sunday shooting that wounded the team's equipment manager. Police say the shooting followed a confrontation at a nightclub.

Pacers decide not to punish Tinsley
The Indiana Pacers will not punish guard Jamaal Tinsley for his involvement in a shooting in front of a downtown hotel.

Shots fired at Tinsley, Pacers teammates
Indiana Pacers guard Jamaal Tinsley and several companions were targeted in a shooting Sunday morning that wounded one person outside the Conrad Hotel downtown. Police said Tinsley was not injured. Joey Qatato, identified as the team's equipment manager on the Pacers' Web site, was struck in both elbows as he sat with Tinsley in the player's Rolls Royce. The 48-year-old Qatato was taken to Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, where he was treated and released.

Pacers' Tinsley unhurt after being shot at Sunday
Indiana Pacers guard Jamaal Tinsley and several companions were targeted in a shooting Sunday morning that wounded one person outside the Conrad Hotel downtown.

Tinsley targeted in shooting, not hurt (AP)
Indiana Pacers guard Jamaal Tinsley and several companions were targeted in a shooting Sunday morning that wounded one person outside the Conrad Hotel downtown. Police said Tinsley was not injured. Joey Qatato, identified as the team's equipment manager on the Pacers' Web site, was struck in both elbows as he sat with Tinsley in the player's Rolls Royce.

Tinsley targeted in shooting, not hurt (AP)
Indiana Pacers guard Jamaal Tinsley and several companions were targeted in a shooting Sunday morning that wounded one person outside a downtown hotel. Tinsley was not injured. Joey Qatato, identified as the team's equipment manager on the Pacers' Web site, was struck in both elbows as he sat with Tinsley in the player's Rolls Royce.

Granger, Tinsley rally Pacers past Magic (AP)

The Orlando Magic have been the best road team in the NBA this season, but the Indiana Pacers might be headed in that direction. Danny Granger poured in a season-high 27 points and the Pacers rallied from a 15-point second half deficit to beat Orlando 115-109 on Friday night. It was Indiana's fifth win in its last six road games, including four against Western Conference opponents.

Trial of Tinsley, Daniels delayed (AP)
The trial of Indiana Pacers players Jamaal Tinsley and Marquis Daniels stemming from a bar fight almost a year ago was delayed until Jan. 14. Defense attorney James Voyles confirmed the new date Wednesday. The trial was to have begun Monday, but Voyles requested the delay, the second since September, because the Pacers play at Cleveland on Tuesday.

Stoudemire scores 42 as Suns edge Pacers (AP)

Amare Stoudemire scored 42 points to lead the Phoenix Suns to a 121-117 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night. Stoudemire shot 15-for-24 from the field and 12-for-13 from the free throw line. He also had 13 rebounds. Steve Nash had 18 points and 17 assists, and Shawn Marion added 14 points and 12 rebounds for the Suns (14-4), who have won three straight.

Tinsley's late 3s get Pacers by Clippers (AP)

Jamaal Tinsley made three consecutive 3-pointers down the stretch to cap a 29-point effort and Jermaine O'Neal added 20 points and 15 rebounds despite a sore shoulder, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 101-95 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday. Chris Kaman had 22 points and 22 rebounds for the Clippers, who are 2-9 since a 104-89 win at Indiana on Nov.

Durant leads Sonics to first home win (AP)

Kevin Durant scored 22 of his career-high 35 points in the second half, and the Seattle SuperSonics beat the Indiana Pacers 95-93 on Friday night to become the final NBA team to win a home game this season. Seattle was 0-7 at home and had lost 11 straight home games dating to last season. But Durant showed off the skills that made him the No.

Mavs' protest over 1-point scoring error denied
NBA commissioner David Stern denied a game protest Friday by Dallas, ruling that a field goal incorrectly counted as a 3-pointer didn't impact the outcome of the Mavericks' four-point loss to Indiana.

Stern denies Dallas protest over scoring error
NBA commissioner David Stern denied a game protest Friday by Dallas, ruling that a field goal incorrectly counted as a 3-pointer didn't impact the outcome of the Mavericks' four-point loss to Indiana. The official scorer inadvertently recorded a basket by Troy Murphy as a 3-pointer with 9:59 left in the second quarter of the Mavericks' 111-107 loss on Nov. 23.

Stern denies Mavericks' protest of loss (AP)
NBA commissioner David Stern denied a game protest Friday by Dallas, ruling that a field goal incorrectly counted as a 3-pointer didn't impact the outcome of the Mavericks' four-point loss to Indiana. The official scorer inadvertently recorded a basket by Troy Murphy as a 3-pointer with 9:59 left in the second quarter of the Mavericks' 111-107 loss on Nov.

Dunleavy helps Pacers hold off Nuggets (AP)

The Indiana Pacers squandered another lead against the Denver Nuggets, but this time they found a way to win. Mike Dunleavy scored 30 points, Shawne Williams had 21 and the Pacers, thanks to J.R. Smith's missed free throw with 2.7 seconds left, held off the Nuggets 112-110 on Tuesday night. "It easily could have gotten away from us," Indiana guard Jamal Tinsley said.

Dunleavy helps Pacers hold off Blazers (AP)

Mike Dunleavy had 20 points and 11 rebounds and the Indiana Pacers held off the Portland Trail Blazers 95-89 on Wednesday night. Jeff Foster added 11 points and 17 rebounds for the Pacers, who won for the second straight night. Danny Granger had a team-high 23 points. Portland's Travis Outlaw narrowed it to 89-86 with a turnaround jumper with less than a minute left, but Jamaal Tinsley's...

Sonics F Collison out with broken nose (AP)
SuperSonics forward Nick Collison will miss at least the next three games after breaking his nose against the Los Angeles Lakers. Collison was on the active roster Wednesday night against Orlando, but coach P.J. Carlesimo said Collison would not play. He will also miss Friday's game against Indiana and Sunday's game against Golden State.

Johnson fined $25K for arguing with referee
Dallas Mavericks coach Avery Johnson was fined $25,000 Monday for his actions during a game against the Indiana Pacers last week. Johnson was cited for failing to leave the court in a timely manner and for verbal abuse of a game official, said Stu Jackson, NBA executive VP of basketball operations, in a release. Johnson was ejected with 8:34 remaining in the fourth quarter of the Mavericks' 111-107 loss at Indiana on Nov.

Martin gets good news on injured right knee
Denver Nuggets forward Kenyon Martin received some good news Monday when an MRI on his surgically repaired right knee found only a bone bruise. Martin is listed as doubtful for Wednesday night's game against Indiana and will be day to day after that. The Nuggets could ill afford to have Martin out for an extended period.

NBA fines Mavs' Johnson $25K for 'verbal abuse'
Dallas Mavericks coach Avery Johnson was fined $25,000 Monday for his actions during a game against the Indiana Pacers last week.

Mavericks coach Johnson fined $25,000 (AP)
Dallas Mavericks coach Avery Johnson was fined $25,000 Monday for his actions during a game against the Indiana Pacers last week. Johnson was cited for failing to leave the court in a timely manner and for verbal abuse of a game official, said Stu Jackson, NBA executive VP of basketball operations, in a release.

James' fourth triple-double powers Cavs (AP)

LeBron James had his fourth triple-double of the season, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Indiana Pacers 111-106 Sunday for their third straight win. James, the league's leading scorer, finished with 30 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. It was the 14th triple-double of his career. Drew Gooden had 23 points and 12 rebounds, and Sasha Pavlovic added 22 points and five assists for the Cavaliers...

Jermaine O'Neal sidelined with knee
Indiana Pacers forward Jermaine O'Neal will miss his third straight game when he sits out Sunday against the Cleveland Cavaliers with swelling in his left knee and lower leg. The timetable for the six-time All-Star's return is uncertain. He is listed as day-to-day. It will be the 86th regular-season game he has missed in just over three seasons. O'Neal had offseason surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee that hobbled him during the final two months of last season.

Granger, Pacers snap Mavs' 5-game streak (AP)

Danny Granger scored 25 points and Jamaal Tinsley added 24 to help the Indiana Pacers hold off the Dallas Mavericks 111-107 on Friday night. Troy Murphy finished with 18 points, Mike Dunleavy scored 17 and Jeff Foster had 10 points and 11 rebounds for the Pacers (6-7), who won for the third time in four games despite playing without All-Star forward Jermaine O'Neal.

Granger, Tinsley lead Indiana


Pacers F O'Neal out for Friday's game
Indiana Pacers forward Jermaine O'Neal will sit out Friday's game against the Dallas Mavericks with swelling in his left knee and lower leg. The six-time All-Star missed Wednesday's 105-93 victory in New Orleans. The timetable for his return is uncertain. "If it takes shutting him down a couple days to get him right, we'll do that," coach Jim O'Brien told Pacers.com after practice Thursday. It will be the 85th regular-season game O'Neal has missed in just over three seasons.

Paul set to return to Hornets' lineup; Chandler out
Hornets point guard Chris Paul, who has missed two games with a sprained right ankle, was slated to play Wednesday night when New Orleans hosted the Indiana Pacers.

Hornets guard Paul to play against Pacers
Hornets point guard Chris Paul, who has missed two games with a sprained right ankle, should return Wednesday night when New Orleans plays the Indiana Pacers. A team spokesman said Paul, who had been listed as day to day, was inserted in the lineup after a team shootaround Wednesday morning. Paul is averaging 19.5 points and 10.8 assists through 10 games this season. The Hornets are 8-2 when he has played, 1-1 when he hasn't.

Hornets G Paul should return Wednesday (AP)
Hornets point guard Chris Paul, who has missed two games with a sprained right ankle, should return Wednesday night when New Orleans plays the Indiana Pacers. A team spokesman said Paul, who had been listed as day to day, was inserted in the lineup after a team shootaround Wednesday morning. Paul is averaging 19.5 points and 10.8 assists through 10 games this season.

Murphy leads O'Neal-less Pacers to win (AP)

Troy Murphy made up for the absence of Jermaine O'Neal with 23 points, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 105-93 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Wednesday night. Jamaal Tinsley added 18 points and 13 assists, while Danny Granger scored 22 points and Mike Dunleavy had 18. Greg Foster grabbed 13 rebounds for the Pacers, who have won two of three after dropping seven of their previous eight...

Bryant, Lakers win fourth straight (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 32 points, and the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers beat the Indiana Pacers 134-114 Tuesday night for their fourth straight win. Jordan Farmar had a career-high 18 points, Andrew Bynum added 17 points and 10 rebounds and the Lakers rolled to a season-high point total. Los Angeles acquired forward Trevor Ariza from the Orlando Magic for forward Brian Cook and swingman Maurice Evans...

Chandler helped off court in loss
Hornets starting center Tyson Chandler hyperextended his right knee during the second quarter of New Orleans' 95-88 loss to the Orlando Magic on Monday night. Chandler was on crutches after the game, but smiled and said X-rays showed no ligament tears or broken bones. He added he may even return for the Hornets' next game on Wednesday night at home against Indiana. "I'm feeling good," Chandler said. "I'm hoping not to miss anything.

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

Pacers end 6-game skid, beat Jazz 117-97 (AP)

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

Bosh helps Raptors stop 3-game home skid (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 22 points, Jose Calderon added 15 points and 10 assists, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Indiana Pacers 110-101 on Friday night. Anthony Parker and T.J. Ford each scored 15 points as Toronto (5-4) ended a three-game home losing streak. Jason Kapono scored 12 points and Carlos Delfino had 11.

Pacers F Troy Murphy returns to lineup (AP)
Indiana Pacers forward Troy Murphy returned to the lineup Friday after missing Wednesday's loss to Washington with a sore left Achilles'. It's the same injury that sidelined Murphy for the first three games of the regular season. "It's getting better," Murphy said. "I thought I'd turned a corner and then (Tuesday) I got kicked and it kind of swelled up on me." Murphy said he'd be slightly limited in...

Arenas' 30 lift Wizards over Pacers (AP)

Gilbert Arenas and the Washington Wizards finally gave their home fans something to cheer about. Showing more spring in his step and more accuracy with his shot, Arenas scored 20 of his 30 points in the first half and finished with 11 assists and six rebounds, leading Washington to a 103-90 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night.

Celtics improve to 6-0, beat Pacers (AP)

Paul Pierce scored 31 points, and the Boston Celtics beat the Indiana Pacers 101-86 on Tuesday night to remain unbeaten. Pierce made 14 of 14 free throws and had 11 rebounds. Kevin Garnett added 18 points and 11 rebounds, his sixth double-double in six games, as Boston (6-0) matched its best start since the 1987-88 season.

Celtics off to best start in twenty years
Paul Pierce scored 31 points, and the Boston Celtics beat the Indiana Pacers 101-86 on Tuesday night to remain unbeaten. Pierce made 14 of 14 free throws and had 11 rebounds. Kevin Garnett added 18 points and 11 rebounds, his sixth double-double in six games, as Boston (6-0) matched its best start since the 1987-88 season. Boston still is chasing its best start, 14 straight wins to begin the 1957-58 season.

Knicks' Randolph misses game vs. Heat
Forward Zach Randolph missed the Knicks' game against the Miami Heat on Sunday night following the death of his grandmother. Randolph learned of his grandmother's death late Friday night and returned to Indiana on Saturday. New York begins a four-game western trip Tuesday, but isn't sure when Randolph will rejoin the team. "We'll give him as much time as he needs, whatever he needs from our organization," Knicks coach Isiah Thomas said.

Anthony, Iverson lead Nuggets back
Carmelo Anthony had 32 points and 10 rebounds to rally the Denver Nuggets to a 113-106 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. Allen Iverson added 27 points and 10 assists, and Linas Kleiza scored 12 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter for the Nuggets (4-3), who trailed by 25 in the first half.

Anthony helps rally Nuggets by Pacers (AP)

Carmelo Anthony had 32 points and 10 rebounds to rally the Denver Nuggets to a 113-106 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. Allen Iverson added 27 points and 10 assists, and Linas Kleiza scored 12 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter for the Nuggets (4-3), who trailed by 25 in the first half.

Okafor, Wallace rally Bobcats by Pacers (AP)

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

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

Cassell scores 35 as Clips top Pacers
Sam Cassell scored 35 points to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 104-89 win over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night in a matchup of unbeaten teams. Cassell was 13-for-20 from the field to tie his highest point total since he joined the Clippers in 2005. Chris Kaman added 15 points and 22 rebounds for the Clippers (4-0). His rebound total was the highest of any player in the league so far this season.

Cassell leads 4-0 Clippers over Pacers (AP)

Somehow, the Los Angeles Clippers keep winning. Already missing Elton Brand and Shaun Livingston because of injuries, the Clippers lost top scorer Cuttino Mobley and reserve Ruben Patterson in the first quarter Wednesday night against the Indiana Pacers. Even without all those players, the Clipper still have Sam Cassell.

Bobcats' Felton out with knee injury
Charlotte point guard Raymond Felton missed the Bobcats' game Wednesday night against Philadelphia because of a left knee injury. Felton said he was day to day and hoped to play Friday night against Indiana. "If it was up to me, I'd play now," he said. Jeff McInnis started against Philly. Felton was hurt against Phoenix on Tuesday night when he drove into the lane and made a spin move on Suns guard Steve Nash, who fell down in front of him.

Diogu out 4-6 weeks with torn calf
Indiana Pacers forward Ike Diogu tore his left calf muscle during practice and the team expects he'll be out four to six weeks. Diogu, who started the season-opener for injured Jermaine O'Neal, averaged 13.7 points and 4.3 rebounds in the Pacers' first three wins. He hurt his calf during practice Tuesday. "It happens. Injuries are part of the game," Diogu said. "It was like somebody threw a rock at the back of my leg, so I knew it was going to be something pretty serious.

Pacers F Diogu to miss 4-6 weeks (AP)
Indiana Pacers forward Ike Diogu tore his left calf muscle during practice and the team expects he'll be out four to six weeks. Diogu, who started the season-opener for injured Jermaine O'Neal, averaged 13.7 points and 4.3 rebounds in the Pacers' first three wins. He hurt his calf during practice Tuesday.

Dunleavy's 27 lead Pacers to win
Mike Dunleavy scored 27 points and grabbed eight rebounds Saturday night to help the Indiana Pacers remained unbeaten with a 121-111 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. Dunleavy connected on 11-of-17 from the field as six Pacers finished in double figures. Danny Granger added 23, while Jamal Tinsley finished with 14 points and seven assists. Jermaine O'Neal scored 13, and Kareem Rush and Ike Diogu chipped in 12 each.

Dunleavy helps Pacers improve to 3-0 (AP)

Mike Dunleavy had 27 points and eight rebounds Saturday night to help the Indiana Pacers remain unbeaten with a 121-111 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. Dunleavy connected on 11-of-17 from the field as six Pacers finished in double figures. Danny Granger added 23, while Jamal Tinsley finished with 14 points and seven assists.

Gill has played for 4 NBA franchises
Eddie Gill, who has played for four NBA teams, was chosen by the Colorado 14ers on Thursday night with the first pick in the NBA Development League draft. Gill was among a number of the 13 players taken in the first round who spent time with NBA clubs during the preseason. The guard was with the New Jersey Nets, and also has played for Memphis, Portland and Indiana. Carlos Powell, who was in Golden State camp, went second to the Dakota Wizards.

Granger nets 25 as Indiana pushes start to 2-0
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Pacers pull out close win against Heat
Danny Granger was 10-of-13 from the field and had 25 points and nine rebounds to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Miami Heat 87-85 on Friday night. Granger was 4-of-6 from 3-point range for the Pacers, who have opened the season under new coach Jim O'Brien with two wins. Ike Diogu scored 16 points, Mike Dunleavy added 15 and Jamaal Tinsley had 10 assists for the Pacers.

Granger leads Pacers over Heat 87-85 (AP)

Danny Granger was 10-of-13 from the field and had 25 points and nine rebounds to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Miami Heat 87-85 on Friday night. Granger was 4-of-6 from 3-point range for the Pacers, who have opened the season under new coach Jim O'Brien with two wins. Ike Diogu scored 16 points, Mike Dunleavy added 15 and Jamaal Tinsley had 10 assists for the Pacers.

Wade cleared to play following surgeries
Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade has been cleared to play after recovering from the left knee and left shoulder surgeries he had in May. Miami coach Pat Riley didn't put a timetable on Wade's return to the lineup. In the announcement before Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers, Riley said Wade has been practicing, but without making any contact. Riley plans to be careful in bringing back his All-Star.

Heat G Wade cleared to play (AP)
Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade has been cleared to play after recovering from the left knee and left shoulder surgeries he had in May. Miami coach Pat Riley didn't put a timetable on Wade's return to the lineup. In the announcement before Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers, Riley said Wade has been practicing, but without making any contact.

Tinsley carries Pacers to OT win (AP)

Jamaal Tinsley scored 16 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter and overtime, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Washington Wizards 119-110 on Wednesday night to give coach Jim O'Brien a win in his debut. Tinsley also had nine rebounds and eight assists. Mike Dunleavy had 25 points and 12 rebounds, and Danny Granger added 20 points and 13 boards for the Pacers.

Pacers waive Lukasz Obrzut and Courtney Sims
The Indiana Pacers announced Thursday they have waived Lukasz Obrzut and Courtney Sims. The Pacers roster now stands at 14.

Timberwolves release John Edwards
The Minnesota Timberwolves today announced the team has released center John Edwards from its 2007 Training Camp roster. The team’s roster now stands at 17 players. Edwards appeared in 25 games with Indiana during the 2004-05 season after going undrafted out of Kent State. He averaged 1.2 ppg and 0.8 rpg in 5.6 mpg with the [...]

Smith, Davis give Minnesota preseason win
Craig Smith scored 20 points, and Ricky Davis had 19 to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 113-110 double-overtime preseason victory over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. Al Jefferson finished with 18 points and 12 rebounds, and Rashad McCants scored 18 points for the Timberwolves (2-3), who led by as many as 23 points in the first half. Jeff Foster had 12 points and 20 rebounds for the Pacers (4-1), while Marquis Daniels and Jamaal Tinsley both added 18 points and Travis Diener had 16.

Nocioni, Thomas lead Bulls past Pacers
Andres Nocioni scored 20 points to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 100-88 preseason victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. Tyrus Thomas added 15 points and seven rebounds. But this was Nocioni's night. He appears to be in form after being hobbled by plantar fasciitis in his right foot, which caused him to miss 28 of 29 games down the stretch and limited him in the playoffs last season. Nocioni was 4-of-5 on 3-pointers and 7-of-9 overall.

Miller to become NBA announcer on TNT (AP)
Reggie Miller won't be chasing the NBA championship that eluded him during his 18-year career. He decided against a comeback bid at 42 years old with the Boston Celtics. Instead, the former Indiana Pacers star might announce some of their games. He is teaming exclusively with Hall-of-Famer Marv Albert this season to form one of Turner Network Television's top basketball announcing teams.

Bucks release forward Samaki Walker (AP)
The Milwaukee Bucks waived Samaki Walker on Wednesday. The 31-year-old Walker signed a free-agent contract with Milwaukee three weeks ago, but did not appear in a game during the preseason. Walker, a 10-year veteran and former first-round pick by Dallas, has also played for San Antonio, the Los Angeles Lakers, Miami, Washington and Indiana.

Pacers pick up options on 3 forwards (AP)
The Indiana Pacers have picked up the team options on Danny Granger, Ike Diogu and Shawne Williams. Granger, in his third year, is expected to be a key player in new coach Jim O'Brien's offense. The small forward averaged 13.9 points and 4.6 rebounds last season. Diogu, a power forward, was one of the players the Pacers picked up in last season's trade with Golden State.

Armstrong joins Nets for 15th NBA season
The New Jersey Nets signed veteran guard Darrell Armstrong on Friday. Armstrong, who was the third oldest player in the NBA at 39 last season, was cut by Indiana earlier this week. He averaged 5.6 points and 2.4 assists in 81 games with the Pacers. "He is a proven NBA veteran who has the potential to add depth to our backcourt," Nets president Rod Thorn said. Armstrong has played in 790 career games in 13 seasons with Orlando, New Orleans, Dallas, Indiana, averaging 9.6 points and 4.

Nets sign veteran G Darrell Armstrong (AP)
The New Jersey Nets signed veteran guard Darrell Armstrong on Friday. Armstrong, who was the third oldest player in the NBA at 39 last season, was cut by Indiana earlier this week. He averaged 5.6 points and 2.4 assists in 81 games with the Pacers. "He is a proven NBA veteran who has the potential to add depth to our backcourt," Nets president Rod Thorn said.

Randolph finally settling in with Knicks (AP)

Zach Randolph was surprised to hear the draft-night news that he was being traded to the New York Knicks from Portland, where he had spent his entire six-year NBA career. Now the forward is settling into his first training camp with New York and loving every minute. His only concern is his grandmother, who is seriously ill with kidney disease in Indiana.

Pacers part ways with veteran guard Armstrong
Guard Darrell Armstrong was waived Monday by the Indiana Pacers.

Pacers F Williams gets community service (AP)
Indiana Pacers forward Shawne Williams was ordered Monday to perform 40 hours of community service for driving without ever having received a license and a judge suspended a possible 60-day jail sentence. Williams pleaded guilty to the misdemeanor charge in Marion Superior Court. He was also fined $400 and ordered to pay $160 in court costs.

Pacers' Williams a no-show at court hearing
Indiana Pacers forward Shawne Williams missed a court hearing Friday and faces the threat of arrest if he misses another hearing Monday.

Pacers F Williams misses court hearing (AP)
Indiana Pacers forward Shawne Williams missed a court hearing Friday and faces the threat of arrest if he misses another hearing Monday. Williams faces a misdemeanor charge of driving without a license. Defense attorney John Tompkins said he told Williams he needed to attend Friday's hearing. Williams was jailed on an initial charge of marijuana possession after a traffic stop this month, but...

Timberwolves sign John Edwards
The Minnesota Timberwolves today announced the team has signed John Edwards. Edwards, a 7-0 center from Kent State, has NBA experience with the Indiana Pacers and Atlanta Hawks. Per team policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed. Edwards appeared in 25 games with Indiana during the 2004-05 season after going undrafted out of Kent State. [...]