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Report: Josh Howard, Washington Wizards agree to one-year contract
A person familiar with the deal says Josh Howard has agreed to a one-year contract to return to the Wizards.

Wizards keep Josh Howard with 1-yr. deal (AP)
A person familiar with the deal says Josh Howard has agreed to a one-year contract to return to the Washington Wizards. The person told The Associated Press on Wednesday that Howard is set to come back after playing only four games with the team last season. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been signed.

Howard to get one-year deal with Wiz
A person familiar with the deal says Josh Howard has agreed to a one-year contract to return to the Washington Wizards.

Howard to get one-year deal with Wiz
A person familiar with the deal says Josh Howard has agreed to a one-year contract to return to the Washington Wizards.

Bickerstaff named Blazers assistant (AP)
Longtime coaching veteran Bernie Bickerstaff has been named an assistant on Trail Blazers coach Nate McMillan's staff. McMillan also named Bob Ociepka and former Blazer Buck Williams as assistants. Bickerstaff's coaching career started in 1973 and has included stints as a head coach in Seattle, Denver, Washington and Charlotte.

Kirk Hinrich thinks Washington Wizards can 'surprise a lot of people'
Kirk Hinrich still remembers his surprise and dismay being traded to the Washington Wizards.

Hinrich excited to join Wall on Wizards (AP)
Kirk Hinrich still remembers his surprise and dismay being traded to the Washington Wizards. That was more than a month ago. Now he gets to help John Wall adjust to the NBA. "Whenever you get the No. 1 pick and a guy has talented as John, you have the young cast around him, its a sense of rebuilding," Hinrich said Monday.

Washington Wizards center JaVale McGee added to Team USA camp roster
Washington Wizards center JaVale McGee has been added to Team USA's training camp roster, bringing the number of players who will begin practicing Tuesday to 22 in preparation for the 2010 World Championship in Turkey.

Washington Wizards rest John Wall in final Summer League game
John Wall had already shown the Washington Wizards enough.

Washington Wizards rookie John Wall scores 31 points in win over New Orleans Hornets
John Wall scored 31 points in the Washington Wizards' 90-89 summer-league win over the New Orleans Hornets on Friday night.

Wall scores 31 in summer-league win (AP)
John Wall scored 31 points in the Washington Wizards' 90-89 summer-league win over the New Orleans Hornets on Friday night. The top pick in the draft had 13 points during an 18-0 run in the third quarter. He capped the run with a steal and a transition dunk that put Washington up 62-60 with 2:05 left in the period.

Washington Wizards' John Wall nets 24 in Summer League debut
John Wall scored 24 points and handed out eight assists in his pro debut for the Washington Wizards during a Las Vegas Summer League game.

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

Washington Wizards' John Wall misses practice with injured groin
Wizards top draft choice John Wall has missed practice after injuring his groin a day earlier during his first workout with the team.

John Wall suits up for Washington Wizards in scrimmages
John Wall wore an NBA jersey for the first time in competition on Thursday night and didn't disappoint.

Mavs keep C Haywood for $55M, 6 years (AP)
A person familiar with the negotiations says center Brendan Haywood has agreed to $55 million, six-year contract to return to the Dallas Mavericks. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Thursday on the condition of anonymity because details were still being finalized. Dallas acquired the 7-footer from Washington as part of a blockbuster deal at the trade deadline last season.

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas cancels switch to No. 6; unsure of 2010 uniform number
Agent Zero's search for a new number has taken a detour.

No No. 11 available, so Washington Wizards' John Wall adds No. 2
John Wall can't have No. 11, so he's going with No. 2.

Bol remembered as 'a giant off the court'
The body of Manute Bol lay in an 8-foot-long, specially built casket in the vast splendor of the ornate Washington National Cathedral. There couldn't have been a more appropriate setting for a man who seemed larger than life in so many ways.

Nets trade Yi to Wizards
The New Jersey Nets traded forward Yi Jianlian to the Washington Wizards on Tuesday, creating even more room under the salary cap as they head into free agency.

Nets send Yi to Wizards, create cap room (AP)
The New Jersey Nets traded forward Yi Jianlian to the Washington Wizards on Tuesday, creating even more room under the salary cap as they head into free agency. The Wizards dealt forward Quinton Ross to the Nets, who also sent an undisclosed amount of cash to Washington. The Nets freed up another $3 million with the deal, leaving them about $30 million to spend once free agency opens on July 1.

Sources: New Jersey Nets to send Yi Jianlian to Washington Wizards for Quinton Ross
The Nets will trade Yi Jianlian and $3 million to the Washington Wizards for Quinton Ross and the Wizards' trade exception, a league source said.

Bol remembered at funeral in Washington (AP)
Manute Bol is being remembered as a giant on and off the court. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning for the 7-foot-7 former NBA player, who died June 19 at age 47. Bol's body was brought into the Washington National Cathedral in a specially built 8-foot casket. The service included representatives from the NBA and the Sudanese community who spoke of Bol's efforts to build schools in...

Sources: New Jersey Nets to send Yi Jianlian to Washington Wizards for Quinton Ross
The Nets will trade Yi Jianlian and $3 million to the Washington Wizards for Quinton Ross and the Wizards' trade exception, a league source said.

Blatche out 3 months after foot surgery (AP)
Washington Wizards forward Andray Blatche is recovering from surgery to repair a broken bone in his foot. The Wizards said Blatche had the operation Friday night to repair a fracture of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot. He is expected to be sidelined for three months, which means he could return just in time for training camp.

Wizards give Wall red-carpet treatment (AP)
John Wall was driven in an SUV-size limo to the Verizon Center, where he stepped onto a red carpet surrounded by scores of fans who cheered, craned their necks and did their best to snap photos of the Washington Wizards' No. 1 overall draft pick. Once inside the arena, he learned that the mayor had proclaimed Friday as "John Wall Day" -- an honor Alex Ovechkin didn't get until...

Wall gets red-carpet treatment from Wiz
John Wall was driven in an SUV-size limo to the Verizon Center, where he stepped onto a red carpet surrounded by scores of fans who cheered, craned their necks and did their best to snap photos of the Washington Wizards' No. 1 overall draft pick.

Washington Wizards to roll out red carpet for John Wall
The Washington Wizards have arranged a Hollywood-style red carpet welcome for John Wall.

Bulls poised for free agency
Already expected to be major players in free agency, the Bulls now have enough salary cap room to reel in two high-profile free agents after agreeing to trade veteran guard Kirk Hinrich and the 17th pick in the draft to the Washington Wizards on Thursday.

Wolves pick up a shot blocker - Hamady Ndiaye (C) Washington Wizards
Timberwolves selected Rutgers C Hamady Ndiaye with the No. 56 pick in the draft, but will reportedly send him to the Wizards according to ESPN's ticker.

Kentucky has record 5 picks in 1st round (AP)
Kentucky dominated the first round of Thursday night's NBA draft and passed some other powerful college programs with the five players selected. John Wall, the overall No. 1 pick by the Washington Wizards, DeMarcus Cousins, the fifth pick by Sacramento, Patrick Patterson, the 14th selection by Houston, Eric Bledsoe, the 18th pick by Oklahoma City, and Daniel Orton, the 29th selection by...

Bjelica goes to Wizards - Nemanja Bjelica (F) Washington Wizards
Wizards selected Nemanja Bjelica with the 35th pick in the draft.

Wizards grab Lazar Hayward to end 1st round - Lazar Hayward (F) Washington Wizards
The Wizards took forward Lazar Hayward out of Marquette with the 30th pick of the draft.

2010 NBA draft: Washington Wizards select John Wall at No. 1
Guard John Wall of Kentucky was selected by the Washington Wizards as the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft on Thursday.

Bulls agree to trade Hinrich to Wizards (AP)
The Chicago Bulls agreed to trade veteran guard Kirk Hinrich and the 17th pick in the draft to the Washington Wizards on Thursday, freeing up more salary-cap space, a person familiar with the situation said. The Bulls will receive a future second-round pick in the deal, which gives them enough room to go after two high-profile free agents.

AP source: Bulls to send Hinrich to Wizards
The Chicago Bulls agreed to trade veteran guard Kirk Hinrich and the 17th pick in the draft to the Washington Wizards on Thursday, freeing up more salary-cap space, a person familiar with the situation said.

Wizards select Kentucky's Wall with No. 1 pick
The Washington Wizards selected John Wall with the top pick in the NBA Draft.

Sources: Chicago Bulls to send Kirk Hinrich, No. 17 to Washington Wizards
The Chicago Bulls have a deal in place that would move Kirk Hinrich and the 17th pick to the Washington Wizards.

Sources: Chicago Bulls to send Kirk Hinrich, No. 17 to Washington Wizards
The Chicago Bulls have a deal in place that would move Kirk Hinrich and the 17th pick to the Washington Wizards.

Bol funeral to be held Tuesday in DC (AP)
The funeral for former NBA player and humanitarian Manute Bol will be held Tuesday. Sudan Sunrise executive director Tom Prichard said Wednesday that the service will be held at the Washington National Cathedral in the nation's capital and will be open to the public. Bol died Saturday at age 47 at the University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville after suffering from severe kidney problems...

Kentucky's Wall likely to be drafted 1st (AP)
Like a president-elect awaiting inauguration, John Wall is seemingly just biding his time until he can officially begin cleaning up Washington. Life hasn't been so simple for DeMarcus Cousins, who has been crisscrossing the country battling Derrick Favors in hopes of getting picked soon after his college teammate.

Wizards want more than Wall in draft (AP)
Picking John Wall No. 1 is the obvious choice. Been that way since the Washington Wizards won the lottery last month. But team president Ernie Grunfeld has nearly an entire roster to rebuild, so he's spent as much time -- if not more -- focusing on what he'll do with his other selections Thursday night during the NBA draft.

Draft star Wall works out for Wizards
The seemingly inevitable selection of John Wall as the No. 1 overall pick in the draft came to bit closer to fruition Thursday when the Kentucky point guard worked out for the Washington Wizards.

NBA Draft: Washington Wizards work out John Wall
The seemingly inevitable selection of John Wall as the No. 1 overall pick in the draft came to bit closer to fruition Thursday when the Kentucky point guard worked out for the Washington Wizards.

PG Wall works out for Wizards (AP)
The seemingly inevitable selection of John Wall as the No. 1 overall pick in the draft came to bit closer to fruition Thursday when the Kentucky point guard worked out for the Washington Wizards. Wall showed his dribble-drive ability with both hands, hit pull-up jumpers and threw down dunks during a 30-minute session run by coach Flip Saunders and observed by general manager Ernie Grunfeld and new...

Leonsis formally takes over Wizards
Ted Leonsis has completed his purchase of the Washington Wizards - and the e-mails are already coming in.

Ted Leonsis takes formal control of Washington Wizards
Ted Leonsis has completed his purchase of the Washington Wizards.

NBA Board of Governors approves sale of Washington Wizards to Ted Leonsis
The NBA Board of Governors has unanimously approved the sale of the Washington Wizards to Ted Leonsis.

Wizards sale to Leonsis approved by NBA (AP)
The NBA Board of Governors has unanimously approved the sale of the Washington Wizards to Ted Leonsis. The board approved the sale Tuesday to Lincoln Holdings, which is controlled by Leonsis. He purchased the team from the estate of the late owner Abe Pollin. NBA commissioner David Stern called the transaction "the end of an era and a passing of the torch into very capable hands." Leonsis...

NBA approves Wizards sale to Leonsis
The NBA Board of Governors has unanimously approved the sale of the Washington Wizards to Ted Leonsis.

Pondexter skips combine w/ bad finger - Quincy Pondexter (F) College Player
Washington SF Quincy Pondexter hyper-extended his finger in a workout last week, forcing him to skip the NBA draft combine.

Wizards employee gives away draft pick with Facebook post
There it was on Facebook for all to see: the Washington Wizards telling the world they will draft John Wall with the No. 1 pick.

Washington Wizards employee says team will take John Wall No. 1 overall in Facebook post
There it was on Facebook for all to see: the Wizards telling the world they will draft John Wall with the No. 1 pick.

Wizards taking Wall was Facebook mistake (AP)
There it was on Facebook for all to see: the Washington Wizards telling the world they will draft John Wall with the No. 1 pick. Oops. It was just a Wizards employee getting carried away. Myron Goodman made the posting Friday on a Facebook page for University of Kentucky alumni. It read: "I am a sales rep for the Washington Wizards.

Leonsis: Hard cap puts NHL over NBA (AP)
The NHL is in better financial shape than the NBA because of a salary cap "that protects owners from taking stupid pills," says the owner who is about to have control of a team in both leagues. Washington Capitals owner Ted Leonsis told the National Press Club on Friday that he's getting a firsthand look at the NHL-NBA differences as he prepares to take over as majority owner of the...

Wizards mulling options with No. 1 pick (AP)
Flip Saunders says Ohio State's Evan Turner is maybe the most versatile player in the draft. He describes Kentucky guard John Wall as the most dynamic player available. With that in mind, does the Washington Wizards coach have a preference for which player he'd like his team to choose with the No.

Turner, Wall compete to be top pick (AP)
Evan Turner and John Wall could have some explosive matchups when they meet in the NBA. The one playing out at the moment is pretty intense, too. The Washington Wizards won the draft lottery Tuesday, and now they have a decision to make: Do they take Turner, the national player of the year, or Wall, the dynamic freshman from Kentucky?

Confusing NBA draft lottery odds here to stay
The Washington Wizards won Tuesday's event and the Nets ended up third, the sixth straight year the team that needed the most help didn't get it. So it's easy to say the system doesn't work.

Ex-NBA player Manute Bol ill with skin, kidney problems
Former NBA player Manute Bol is hospitalized in the Washington, D.C., area with severe kidney trouble and a painful skin condition.

Washington Wizards win first pick in 2010 NBA draft lottery
The Washington Wizards have won the first pick in the NBA draft lottery.

Wizards' Arenas out of halfway house
Gilbert Arenas arrived home from a halfway house Friday morning, having completed one part of his punishment for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards locker room.

Wizards' Arenas out of halfway house
Gilbert Arenas arrived home from a halfway house Friday morning, having completed one part of his punishment for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards locker room.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards released from halfway house
Gilbert Arenas has arrived home from the halfway house where he lived for nearly a month as part of his sentence for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards locker room.

Arenas released from halfway house (AP)
Gilbert Arenas has arrived home from the halfway house where he lived for nearly a month as part of his sentence for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards locker room. Arenas left the work-release facility in the Maryland suburbs of Washington and arrived at his house in Great Falls, Va., on Friday morning.

Arenas sued by company over gun fees (AP)
Gilbert Arenas has more gun problems. In March, the Washington Wizards guard got 30 days in a halfway house for bringing guns into the team's locker room. Now a lawsuit claims he owes a Beverly Hills company more than $70,000 for storing guns he bought and never picked up. Tactical Operations sued Arenas last week in Los Angeles County Superior Court in Santa Monica.

Sale of Wizards to Leonsis moves closer (AP)
The family of late Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin have agreed to the "major economic terms" of a deal to sell its stake in the NBA team to Washington Capitals owner Ted Leonsis. Leonsis, a former AOL executive, and the Pollins ran into some snags in talks this year. But in a statement Tuesday, Pollin's sons, Robert and James, said they and their mother, Irene, congratulate...

Sale of Washington Wizards to Washington Capitals owner Ted Leonsis takes another step
The family of late Wizards owner Abe Pollin says it has agreed on the "major economic terms" for selling its stake in the NBA team to Capitals owner Ted Leonsis.

Ex-Wizards lead Mavericks vs. Spurs (AP)
Two months ago, Brendan Haywood, Caron Butler and DeShawn Stevenson were enduring a season gone horribly wrong in Washington. Then Dallas rescued them in a trade at the All-Star break. The Mavericks went from winning 62 percent of their games before the deal to winning 77 percent after. Dallas also claimed the second seed in the Western Conference.

Wizards end with Arenas questions again (AP)
After the Washington Wizards' season finale, Gilbert Arenas' locker sat virtually empty. It contained two shirts, a couple of pieces of paper and a pink athletics band used to stretch and rehab muscles. The four guns that caused so much trouble were long gone, and the former occupant was spending the night in a halfway house.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards transferred to Maryland halfway house
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is now spending his nights at a Montgomery County halfway house, where he is serving his sentence for bringing guns into the team's locker room.

Arenas out of jail, transferred to halfway house
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is now spending his nights at a Montgomery County halfway house, where he is serving his sentence for bringing guns into the team's locker room.

Crawford's 2nd-half surge whips Wiz in D.C.
Jamal Crawford scored 23 of his 28 points in the second half and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a six-game road losing streak with a 105-95 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night.

Crawford helps Hawks stay 3rd in East (AP)
Jamal Crawford scored 23 of his 28 points in the second half and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a six-game road losing streak with a 105-95 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Joe Johnson scored 20 points to help the Hawks remain in third place in the Eastern Conference and sweep the season series with the Wizards.

Celtics hold out Garnett against Bucks (AP)
Celtics forward Kevin Garnett missed Boston's game against the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday night to get some rest. Coach Doc Rivers says nothing is wrong with Garnett, but that he looked sluggish in Boston's 106-96 loss to Washington on Friday night. Garnett was 3 of 12 from the field in 25 minutes, finishing with eight points with four rebounds.

Blatche's double-double gets Wizards by Celtics
Andray Blatche had 31 points and 11 rebounds on Friday night as the Washington Wizards opened a 28-point first-half lead and held off a late flurry of 3-pointers from Nate Robinson to beat the Boston Celtics 106-96.

Slumping Celtics drop to 4th in East (AP)
Andray Blatche had 31 points and 11 rebounds on Friday night as the Washington Wizards opened a 28-point first-half lead and held off a late flurry of 3-pointers from Nate Robinson to beat the Boston Celtics 106-96. Backup JaVale McGee had 14 points with 11 rebounds for the Wizards, who have won four of six since snapping a 16-game losing streak.

Gilbert Arenas arrives at Maryland jail to begin gun sentence
NBA star Gilbert Arenas has arrived at a Maryland jail to begin his sentence for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards' locker room.

Magic easily roll past Wizards 121-94 (AP)
Dwight Howard had 17 points and 10 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic beat the Washington Wizards 121-94 on Wednesday night. J.J. Redick and Mickael Pietrus added 16 points apiece to pull Orlando within a half-game of the idle Los Angeles Lakers for home-court advantage in case of a possible NBA finals rematch, the only thing really left at stake for the Magic.

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

Arenas will have to spend two days behind bars
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas avoided a jail sentence, but he'll still have to spend two days behind bars.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards must report to jail on way to halfway house
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas avoided a jail sentence, but he'll still have to spend two days behind bars.

Arenas goes to jail before halfway house (AP)
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas avoided a jail sentence, but he'll still have to spend two days behind bars. Arenas was sentenced last month to 30 days in a halfway house for bringing guns into the Wizards locker room. The head of corrections for Montgomery County, Md., a suburb of Washington, says the three-time NBA All-Star will serve his sentence at the county's Pre-Release...

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

Blatche nears triple-double, Wizards win (AP)
Andray Blatche had 20 points, a career-high 13 assists and nine rebounds, and the Washington Wizards beat the New Jersey Nets 109-99 on Sunday night in a matchup of two of the NBA's worst teams. Blatche's performance overshadowed a game between two clubs with a combined record of 34-119. He missed 13-of-18 shots from the field, but hit all 10 of his free throw attempts.

Chicago Bulls captain Kirk Hinrich and Joakim Noah return to starting lineup Friday against the Washington Wizards
Chicago Bulls captain Kirk Hinrich and Joakim Noah return to starting lineup Friday against the Washington Wizards.

Bulls bounce Wizards to gain playoff ground
Derrick Rose scored 24 points, Luol Deng had 14 in his return from an injury, and the Chicago Bulls gained ground in the Eastern Conference playoff race Friday night with a 95-87 victory over the Washington Wizards.

Bulls gain ground in playoff race (AP)
Derrick Rose scored 24 points, Luol Deng had 14 in his return from an injury, and the Chicago Bulls gained ground in the Eastern Conference playoff race Friday night with a 95-87 victory over the Washington Wizards. Joakim Noah added 10 points and eight rebounds in his return to Chicago's starting lineup.

Bulls C Noah back in starting lineup (AP)
Joakim (JOH-KEEM) Noah is back in the starting lineup for the Chicago Bulls. Noah started for the first time since Feb. 3 when the Bulls played the Washington Wizards on Friday night. He's been coming off the bench in recent games while recovering from plantar fasciitis. Also, Luol Deng (LOO-owl DANG) was listed as active after missing 11 games with a strained right calf.

Wizards end team-record 16-game skid (AP)
The Washington Wizards found a way to win, making a miserable March a little more bearable. Mike Miller scored a season-high 27 points and the Wizards snapped a franchise-record 16-game losing streak with a 96-91 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Wednesday night. The Wizards avoided an 0-17 March with their first win since beating New Jersey on Feb.

Wizards end team-record 16-game skid (AP)
Mike Miller scored a season-high 27 points and the Washington Wizards snapped a franchise-record 16-game losing streak with a 96-91 win over the New Orleans Hornets on Wednesday night. The Wizards avoided an 0-17 March with their first win since beating New Jersey on Feb. 28. Andray Blatche scored 23 points, and Shaun Livingston added 18 for the Wizards, who played without four regular starters but...

Rockets hand Wizards 16th straight loss (AP)
Rookie Chase Budinger hit a go-ahead jump shot with 28 seconds remaining and made two free throws and the Houston Rockets escaped with a 98-94 win over the struggling Washington Wizards on Tuesday night. The win breaks a four-game skid for the Rockets and extends Washington's team-record losing streak to 16 games.

Kings swingman McGuire done for season (AP)
The Sacramento Kings say swingman Dominic McGuire will miss the rest of the season with an injured right foot. The team says tests conducted Monday in Indianapolis confirmed that McGuire has a torn right plantar fascia. He hurt himself in the first quarter of Sunday's 97-90 loss in Cleveland. McGuire played in 10 games this season for the Kings after being acquired from Washington on Feb.

Cavaliers fans welcome back Ilgauskas (AP)
Zydrunas Ilgauskas is back in his basketball home. The Cavaliers' towering center, recently re-signed after being traded to Washington, returned to a hero's welcome on Sunday in his first home game back with Cleveland. When Ilgauskas, known simply as "Z" to Cleveland fans, checked in with 4:02 left in the first quarter for Antawn Jamison, fans held up "Z" placards and...

Okur, Jazz extend Wizards' losing streak to 15
Mehmet Okur had 22 points and 11 rebounds and the Utah Jazz beat Washington 103-87 on Saturday night, extending the Wizards' team-record losing streak to 15 games.

Jazz extend Wizards' losing streak to 15 (AP)
Mehmet Okur had 22 points and 11 rebounds and the Utah Jazz beat Washington 103-87 on Saturday night, extending the Wizards' team-record losing streak to 15 games. Deron Williams had 20 points and 12 assists for the Jazz, and Carlos Boozer added 22 points -- hitting all eight of his second-half shots -- and 10 rebounds.

Utah Jazz forward Andrei Kirilenko out vs. Washington Wizards with calf injury
Utah Jazz forward Andrei Kirilenko missed Saturday's game against the Washington Wizards with an injury to his left calf.

Grunfeld: Arenas will be a Wizard next season
A day after Gilbert Arenas was sentenced to 30 days in a halfway house for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards' locker room, team president Ernie Grunfeld reaffirmed that Arenas will be back with the club next season.

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

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards sentenced to 1 month in halfway house
Gilbert Arenas won't have to serve jail time, a judge ruled Friday.

Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas to face sentencing on Friday
When Gilbert Arenas appeared at a charity event a few weeks ago, no amount of smiles and hugs could hide the underlying tension surrounding the next big date on his calendar.

Report: The Washington Wizards and its arena valued at $550 million
The two sides negotiating the sale of the Washington Wizards have agreed to value the franchise and the Verizon Center at slightly more than $550 million.

Wizards, arena valued at more than $550M (AP)
The two sides negotiating the sale of the Washington Wizards have agreed to value the franchise and the Verizon Center at slightly more than $550 million. A person familiar with the negotiations confirmed the figure to The Associated Press on Thursday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because many facets of the purchase have yet to be completed, with a final deal not expected for weeks.

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...

Gilbert Arenas case: Prosecutors seek three months in jail for Washington Wizards star
Prosecutors have recommended that Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas be sentenced to three months in jail for bringing guns into his team's locker room.

Saunders benches Blatche after spat (AP)
It's the last thing a bad team on a long losing streak needs -- a tantrum and a boycott from a young player who was just starting to put up some good numbers. Andray Blatche was benched after the first 7 1/2 minutes of the Washington Wizards' 95-86 overtime loss to the Charlotte Bobcats on Tuesday night.

Washington Wizards forward Andray Blatche benched after spat with coach Flip Saunders
Washington forward Andray Blatche was benched after the first 7.5 minutes of the Wizards' 95-86 loss to the Bobcats.

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

Prosecutors want 3 months in jail for Arenas
Prosecutors say NBA star Gilbert Arenas should go to jail for three months for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards locker room. His lawyer says the appropriate punishment is probation and community service.

Kobe key as Lakers knock off woeful Wizards
Kobe Bryant scored 20 of his 24 points on a variety of jump shots during a dynamic second quarter, and the Los Angeles Lakers sent the Washington Wizards to their 11th straight loss, 99-92 Sunday night.

Lakers hand Wizards 11th straight loss (AP)
Kobe Bryant scored 20 of his 24 points on a variety of jump shots during a dynamic second quarter, and the Los Angeles Lakers sent the Washington Wizards to their 11th straight loss, 99-92 Sunday night. Pau Gasol had 28 points and 12 rebounds for the Lakers, who won their sixth straight after a three-game skid.

Roy's last-second shot lifts Blazers (AP)
Brandon Roy rebounded from a cold spell to hit a 22-foot jumper with 0.9 seconds left and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Washington Wizards 76-74 on Friday night. Roy, who averaged 27 points last week as the Western Conference player of the week, finished with 14 points for the Blazers, who have won five straight.

Nuggets ride 4th-quarter wave, Smith by Wiz
J.R. Smith scored 13 of his 17 points in the fourth quarter, helping the Denver Nuggets pull away for a 97-87 victory Tuesday night over the Washington Wizards.

Nuggets pull away in 4th behind Smith (AP)
J.R. Smith scored 13 of his 17 points in the fourth quarter, helping the Denver Nuggets pull away for a 97-87 victory Tuesday night over the Washington Wizards. Carmelo Anthony led the Nuggets with 29 points and 12 rebounds. Nene added 16 points for Denver, which sent Washington to its ninth consecutive loss.

George Karl returns to Nuggets bench following four-game leave
Nuggets coach George Karl was back on the bench Tuesday night against the Washington Wizards after missing four games over the past week for cancer treatments.

Wizards forward Josh Howard has knee ligament surgery
Washington Wizards forward Josh Howard could miss the start of next season after having surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left knee.

Wizards F Howard out 6 to 8 months (AP)
Washington Wizards forward Josh Howard could miss the start of next season after having surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left knee. Howard's operation was Tuesday in New York, and the Wizards said he is expected to make a full recovery in six to eight months. Howard was injured in a game against the Chicago Bulls on Feb.

Jazz bounce back with rout of Wizards (AP)
Carlos Boozer scored 23 points, Deron Williams notched his 35th double-double of the season, and the Utah Jazz ended a two-game losing streak with a 112-89 victory over the Washington Wizards on Monday night. Williams finished with 17 points and 11 assists, and keyed a 17-6 run at the start of the third quarter that turned the game into a rout.

Boozer's 23 points fuel Jazz's rout of Wizards
Carlos Boozer scored 23 points, Deron Williams notched his 35th double-double of the season, and the Utah Jazz ended a two-game losing streak with a 112-89 victory over the Washington Wizards on Monday night.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards, in interview: 'I deserve to be punished'
Gilbert Arenas says he deserves to be punished for bringing guns to the locker room.

Arenas says he deserves to be punished (AP)
Gilbert Arenas says he deserves to be punished for bringing guns to the locker room. The suspended Washington Wizards guard told Esquire magazine that he wasn't using "longevity thinking" when he took out four guns in what he says was an attempt to play a prank on teammate Javaris Crittenton in December.

Magic F Barnes out with sprained toe (AP)
Orlando small forward Matt Barnes will miss the Magic's game against the Charlotte Bobcats on Sunday with a sprained left big toe. Magic coach Stan Van Gundy said he expects Barnes to be back when they host San Antonio on Wednesday. Barnes injured the toe in a win at Washington on Saturday. The Bobcats were also missing a starter.

Howard dominates as Magic ware down Wizards
Dwight Howard had 28 points and 15 rebounds, and the streaking Orlando Magic wore down the back-to-back-to-back Washington Wizards 109-95 Saturday night.

Howard's 28 and 15 help Magic cruise (AP)
Dwight Howard had 28 points and 15 rebounds, and the streaking Orlando Magic wore down the back-to-back-to-back Washington Wizards 109-95 Saturday night. Howard became a one-man show early in the second half, and he and Jameer Nelson made the alley-oop look routine as the Magic won their eighth straight game, the franchise's longest winning streak since April 2006.

Bynum dishes 20 assists as Pistons rip Wizards
Will Bynum had a career-best 20 assists, Jonas Jerebko scored 18 points, and the Detroit Pistons beat the Washington Wizards 101-87 Friday night in a matchup of two of the Eastern Conference's worst teams.

Pistons' Bynum has 20 assists in win (AP)
Will Bynum had a career-best 20 assists, Jonas Jerebko scored 18 points, and the Detroit Pistons beat the Washington Wizards 101-87 Friday night in a matchup of two of the Eastern Conference's worst teams. Detroit won for just the second time in nine games, while the Wizards lost their sixth straight.

Crawford's 29 carry Hawks over Wizards (AP)
As he sits on the bench at the start of each game, Jamal Crawford analyzes the opposition, the defenses they are employing, and the flow of the game. The Atlanta Hawks are sure glad their sixth-man extraordinaire is a quick study. Crawford scored 29 points and the Hawks avoided a three-game losing streak by beating the Washington Wizards 105-99 Thursday night.

Agent Zero moves up: Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas to switch number
Gilbert Arenas has submitted paperwork with the NBA to switch his uniform number, the Washington Wizards confirmed Thursday.

Scola, Martin get Rockets back over .500 (AP)

Luis Scola had 23 points and 10 rebounds, Kevin Martin scored 21 points, and the yo-yo Houston Rockets moved back above .500 Tuesday night with a 96-88 win over the Washington Wizards. The Rockets took the lead for good midway through the second quarter and were hardly threatened in the second half by the Wizards, who have lost four straight and six of seven.

Wizards ink Livingston for 10 more days (AP)
The Washington Wizards have signed guard Shaun Livingston to a second 10-day contract. Livingston initially signed with the Wizards on Feb. 26. He was averaging 3.0 points and 1.5 assists in 9.3 minutes in four games for Washington headed into Tuesday night's game against the Houston Rockets.

Marion leads Mavs to 12th straight win (AP)

Shawn Marion had a season-high 29 points and 14 rebounds and the Dallas Mavericks stretched the league's longest active winning streak to 12 straight games with a 125-112 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. Dirk Nowitzki scored 24 points and Caron Butler had 23 for Dallas, which has flourished since acquiring Butler and Brendan Haywood from the Washington Wizards at the...

Cavaliers F Jamison suffers knee injury (AP)
Cavaliers forward Antawn Jamison has left Cleveland's game against San Antonio in the third quarter with stiffness behind his left knee. The Cavaliers provided a vague update on Jamison, who was recently acquired in a trade with Washington. Jamison did not appear to injure himself but walked gingerly to the locker room before being evaluated by Cleveland's medical staff.

Celtics rally past Wizards for fourth straight win
Ray Allen scored a game-high 25 points, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 17.1 seconds remaining, and the Boston Celtics rallied past the Washington Wizards 86-83 on Sunday.

Allen's late 3 caps Celtics' rally (AP)

Ray Allen scored a game-high 25 points, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 17.1 seconds remaining, and the Boston Celtics rallied past the Washington Wizards 86-83 on Sunday. Boston trailed 79-66 with 6:11 remaining and responded with a 20-4 run to close out the game with eight points from Allen and six from guard Rajon Rondo.

Wizards sign Gee to 10-day contract - Alonzo Gee (G) Washington Wizards
The Wizards signed 6'6" forward Alonzo Gee to a 10-day contract on Sunday.

Bogut's 19 and 10 lift surging Bucks (AP)

Before the game, Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders called Milwaukee's Andrew Bogut "maybe the best center in the Eastern Conference." During the game, Bogut showed why he earns such praise. Bogut led the way with 19 points and 10 rebounds despite sitting out the fourth quarter, and the Bucks beat the Wizards 102-74 on Friday night for their eighth victory in their last nine...

Pierce's 27 points help Celtics beat up Bobcats
John Salmons scored 16 of his 22 points in the second half and the Milwaukee Bucks continued their post-All-Star break surge with a 100-87 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night.

Salmons' big 2nd half sparks Bucks (AP)

John Salmons scored 16 of his 22 points in the second half and the Milwaukee Bucks continued their post-All-Star break surge with a 100-87 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. Salmons is averaging 20.4 points and has scored in double figures in all eight games he's played in since a trade deadline deal with Chicago.

Bucks bounce back, ride Salmons past Wizards
John Salmons scored 16 of his 22 points in the second half and the Milwaukee Bucks continued their post-All-Star break surge with a 100-87 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night.

Gilbert Arenas says he'd have 'no problem' playing for Washington Wizards again
Gilbert Arenas says he'd have "no problem" playing for the Wizards again.

Arenas not nervous about sentencing (AP)
Gilbert Arenas says he'd have "no problem" playing for the Washington Wizards again. In his first interview since pleading guilty to a felony gun charge in January, Arenas also tells The Associated Press he's not nervous about his sentencing date later this month -- as long as the judge goes off the "real story" of what happened when he brought guns to the team's...

Washington Wizards guard Mike James granted buyout, release
The Washington Wizards bought out the contract of guard Mike James on Monday and waived him.

Wizards buy out G James' contract (AP)
The Washington Wizards bought out the contract of guard Mike James on Monday and waived him. James, who was in his second season with Washington, sought a buyout after he wasn't traded last month. He left the team by mutual agreement after the Feb. 18 trading deadline. He had played in only four games with the Wizards this season, his second with the club, averaging 4.5 points.

Blatche's 36 lift Wizards over Nets (AP)

Andray Blatche is starting to give Washington Wizards' fans something to be excited about in a season of turmoil highlighted by the gun-related suspension of Gilbert Arenas and a couple of high-profile trades. The 23-year Blatche continued to thrive being the new leader of the Wizards, scoring a career-high 36 points and adding 15 rebounds in an 89-85 comeback victory over the New Jersey Nets...

Blatche scores career-high 36 as Wizards rally
Andray Blatche scored a career-high 36 points and had 15 rebounds, and Randy Foye hit two jumpers in the final 44 seconds to lead the Washington Wizards to an 89-85 comeback victory over the New Jersey Nets on Sunday night.

New Jersey Nets Courtney Lee out vs. Washington Wizards with sprained ankle
Shooting guard Courtney Lee missed the New Jersey Nets' game with the Washington Wizards on Sunday because of a sprained left ankle.

Nets G Lee out with sprained ankle (AP)
Shooting guard Courtney Lee missed the New Jersey Nets' game with the Washington Wizards on Sunday because of a sprained left ankle. Lee hurt the ankle on Saturday in a win against the Boston Celtics. Chris Douglas-Roberts replaced Lee in the starting lineup.

Lee's layup in overtime lifts Knicks over Wizards
David Lee's layup with 1.6 seconds to play in overtime gave the New York Knicks a 118-116 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night.

Knicks end skid at 8 with late OT layup (AP)

David Lee's layup with 1.6 seconds to play in overtime gave the New York Knicks a 118-116 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night. New York snapped an eight-game losing streak by surviving a bizarre overtime where the teams combined to miss 13 of their 16 field goal attempts. With the game tied at 116, Lee -- who had both of New York's baskets in overtime -- drove left and...

Atlanta Hawks owner says team will be 'very competitive' for Zydrunas Ilgauskas' signature
Atlanta Hawks owner Michael Gearon Jr. says the team will be "very competitive" in its pursuit of Zydrunas Ilgauskas, who was waived Thursday by the Washington Wizards.

Hawks definitely interested in Ilgauskas (AP)
Atlanta Hawks owner Michael Gearon Jr. says the team will be "very competitive" in its pursuit of Zydrunas Ilgauskas, who was waived Thursday by the Washington Wizards. Gearon, one of the Atlanta-based members of the Hawks' ownership group, says in an e-mail to The Associated Press the Hawks "are definitely interested" in the 7-foot-3 Ilgauskas.

Back to Cleveland? Wiz buy out, waive Ilgauskas
The Washington Wizards bought out the contract of center Zydrunas Ilgauskas and waived him, the team announced on Thursday.

Wizards buy out C Ilgauskas, waive him (AP)
The Washington Wizards bought out the contract of center Zydrunas Ilgauskas and waived him, the team announced on Thursday. The 7-foot-3 Ilgauskas, who was acquired from Cleveland on Feb. 17 as part of the three-team trade that sent Antawn Jamison to the Cavaliers, didn't play for Washington. He reported on Feb.

Report: Zydrunas Ilgauskas, Washington Wizards reach agreement on buyout
The Wizards and center Zydrunas Ilgauskas have reached an agreement on a contract buyout, according to a published report.

Washington Wizards sign Mike Harris to 10-day contract
The Washington Wizards have signed forward Mike Harris to a 10-day contract.

Dirk, Terry get streaking Mavs by Lakers (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki scored 31 points, Jason Terry added 30 and the short-handed Dallas Mavericks won their fifth straight game, beating the Los Angeles Lakers 101-96 on Wednesday night. Dallas' Caron Butler, a key part of a seven-player trade with Washington on Feb. 13, missed the game because of a negative reaction he had to medication.

Randolph's 22 lift Grizzlies by Wizards (AP)

Zach Randolph had 22 points, and Rudy Gay and Marc Gasol each added 20 in the Memphis Grizzlies' 99-94 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. Gasol, who scored all of his 20 points in the first three quarters, made his first 10 shots and finished 10 of 11 from the field. He missed both of his free throws.

Mavericks F Butler sidelined vs. Lakers (AP)
Mavericks forward Caron Butler did not play in Dallas' game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night after having a negative reaction to medication. The team said Butler did not participate in Wednesday's shootaround and his status is day-to-day. Butler, Brendan Haywood and DeShawn Stevenson were acquired from Washington as part of a seven-player deal on Feb.

New Wizards star Howard to miss rest of season
The Washington Wizards say newly acquired forward Josh Howard will miss the remainder of the season after tearing a ligament in his left knee.

Washington Wizards lose Josh Howard for season with torn ACL
The Washington Wizards say newly acquired forward Josh Howard will miss the remainder of the season after tearing a ligament in his left knee.

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.

Wiz move to 3-1 since deals as Blatche shines
Andray Blatche scored 25 points and had 11 rebounds to lead the Washington Wizards to a 101-95 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Monday night.

Blatche's 25 and 11 get Wizards by Bulls (AP)

Andray Blatche scored 25 points and had 11 rebounds to lead the Washington Wizards to a 101-95 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. Blatche, averaging 25 points in the four games since the trades of Antawn Jamison and Caron Butler, helped Washington to its first three-game home winning streak since April 4-12, 2008.

Washington Wizards lose Josh Howard early to strained left knee
Wizards guard Josh Howard left Monday's game after straining his knee.

Wizards F Howard strains knee (AP)
Wizards forward Josh Howard has strained his left knee in a game against the Chicago Bulls and won't return. Howard, acquired from Dallas on Feb. 13 in a seven-player trade, was playing in his fourth game with Washington. He collided with Chicago's Flip Murray while trying to catch an outlet pass under Washington's basket with 4:23 to play in the first quarter Monday night.

Cavs may give Jamison first start (AP)
Cavaliers coach Mike Brown and general manager Danny Ferry were adamant that the addition of Antawn Jamison would be seamless. It seems Cleveland has hit a stitch. The Cavaliers have lost all three games they've played since trading center Zydrunas Ilgauskas to Washington for Jamison as part of a three-team deal.

Bosh (ankle) out again; Raptors topple Wizards
Jarrett Jack had 23 points and eight assists, Antoine Wright scored a season-high 19 points and Toronto beat the Washington Wizards 109-104 on Saturday night, the Raptors' ninth victory in 10 home games.

Jack, Wright lead Raptors past Wizards (AP)

Jarrett Jack had 23 points and eight assists, Antoine Wright scored a season-high 19 points and Toronto beat the Washington Wizards 109-104 on Saturday night, the Raptors' ninth victory in 10 home games. Andrea Bargnani added 18 points, Hedo Turkoglu had 16, and Rasho Nesterovic and Jose Calderon each had 10 for Toronto, which topped 100 points for the 20th straight game and won its second...

Nowitzki, defense lead Mavs past Magic (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki scored 23 points and the Dallas Mavericks rode a surprisingly strong defensive effort to beat the Orlando Magic 95-85 on Friday night. Caron Butler and Jason Terry had 16 points apiece and Brendan Haywood added 15 points and nine rebounds as the Mavs won for the second time in three games since acquiring Butler and Haywood from Washington.

Thornton's 21 in debut lead Wizards by Nuggets
Al Thornton scored 21 points in his Washington debut and Josh Howard added 20 to lead the Wizards to a 107-97 win over the Denver Nuggets on Friday night.

Newcomers Thornton, Howard power Wizards (AP)

Al Thornton scored 21 points in his Washington debut and Josh Howard added 20 to lead the Wizards to a 107-97 win over the Denver Nuggets on Friday night. Thornton, acquired from the Los Angeles Clippers in the Antawn Jamison deal Wednesday, and Howard, starting for the first time since being acquired on Feb.

Bobcats spoil Jamison's debut with Cavs (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 29 points and the Charlotte Bobcats took advantage of Antawn Jamison's miserable debut for Cleveland in a 110-93 victory Friday night to send the Cavaliers to their second straight loss. Two days after being acquired from Washington, Jamison came off the bench and went 0 for 12 from the field.

Zydrunas Ilgauskas reports, listed as inactive vs. Denver Nuggets
Zydrunas Ilgauskas reported to the Washington Wizards on Friday, two days after being acquired in the trade that sent Antawn Jamison to Cleveland.

Denver Nuggets forward Chris Andersen (back strain) out vs. Washington Wizards
Denver Nuggets forward Chris Andersen missed Friday's game against the Washington Wizards with a back strain.

Ilgauskas inactive, could be bought out (AP)
Zydrunas Ilgauskas reported to the Washington Wizards on Friday, two days after being acquired in the trade that sent Antawn Jamison to Cleveland. He did not arrive in time to participate in Washington's shootaround and was inactive for the game Friday night against Denver. His future in Washington is uncertain and there is a possibility he could be bought out.

Nuggets F Anderson sits with back strain (AP)
Denver Nuggets forward Chris Andersen missed Friday's game against the Washington Wizards with a back strain. Andersen was in the fourth quarter of Denver's game in Cleveland on Thursday night. He's averaging 6.1 points and 6.3 rebounds and is ninth in the NBA with 1.8 blocks a game. Forward Renaldo Balkman was also inactive for the sixth straight game, also out with a strained back.

Cavaliers acquire F Jamison from Wizards (AP)
Cleveland's newest star has arrived. Antawn Jamison wore jogging pants, a sweatshirt and a ballcap Thursday as he walked through the halls of Quicken Loans Arena with Cavs general manager Danny Ferry. The Cavaliers acquired Jamison on Wednesday from Washington in a three-team deal. It's not clear yet whether Jamison will play in Cleveland's game Thursday night against Denver -- all...

Washington Wizards hold on to Gilbert Arenas in wake of deadline
Gilbert Arenas is the only one of the Big Three still in Washington.

Cleveland Cavaliers predict 'seamless' transition for Antawn Jamison
Antawn Jamison was walking the halls of Quicken Loans Arena early in the morning, but he is not expected to play in the Cavaliers' game Thursday night against Denver after being acquired from Washington.

Cavs acquire F Jamison from Wizards (AP)
The Cleveland Cavaliers acquired Antawn Jamison from the Washington Wizards in a three-team trade that sent Drew Gooden to the Los Angeles Clippers. Washington received Cavaliers center Zydrunas Ilgauskas, a 2010 first-round draft pick and the rights to Emir Preldzic, who was selected in the second round of last year's draft from Cleveland.

Source: Dallas Mavericks would pursue Zydrunas Ilgauskas if he receives buyout from Washington Wizards
Source: Mavericks would pursue center Ilgauskas if he receives buyout from Wizards.

Jamison leaves arena amid trade reports (AP)
Amid reports of a three-way trade between Washington, Cleveland and the Los Angeles Clippers, Wizards forward Antawn Jamison has left the arena right before Washington's game with Minnesota. The deal, which was not announced at gametime but first reported by The Plain Dealer in Cleveland, had Jamison heading to the Cavaliers.

Sources: Cleveland Cavaliers get Washington Wizards' Antawn Jamison in 3-team deal
The Cavaliers are getting Wizards forward Antawn Jamison in a three-team trade, sources said on Wednesday.

Thunder top new-look Mavs, streak hits 7 (AP)

Kevin Durant had 25 points and 14 rebounds, rookie reserve James Harden added 17 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the new-look Dallas Mavericks 99-86 Tuesday night to stretch their winning streak to seven games. Caron Butler scored 13 points and helped Dallas build an early 12-point lead after coming over in a weekend trade from Washington, but he finished 4 for 16 from the field and...

Ernie Grunfeld not saying if Washington Wizards will deal Antawn Jamison
Wizards general manager Ernie Grunfeld isn't saying whether he will deal Antawn Jamison by the trade deadline.

Grunfeld ducks Jamison trade questions (AP)
After the Washington Wizards traded Caron Butler, Brendan Haywood and DeShawn Stevenson to the Dallas Mavericks, it was natural to speculate that Antawn Jamison would be next to go. With Gilbert Arenas suspended for the rest of the season and Butler dealt, Jamison, who's been with Washington since 2004, is the only one of what was once the Wizards' Big Three remaining.

After trade, Mavs look very different (AP)
The Dallas Mavericks look drastically different after the All-Star weekend in their back yard. While still leading the Southwest Division, the Mavericks lost five of seven games before the break -- a slump that showed the necessity for change. They got two-time All-Star guard Caron Butler, 7-foot center Brendan Haywood and guard DeShawn Stevenson in a seven-player deal with Washington over the...

Dallas Mavericks, Washington Wizards complete seven-player deal
The Washington Wizards and Dallas Mavericks have completed a seven-player trade that launches Washington's long-anticipated rebuilding project in earnest and sends Wizards mainstays Caron Butler and Brendan Haywood to the Mavericks.

Mavs get Butler, Haywood from Wizards (AP)
The Mavericks have traded forward Josh Howard and Drew Gooden to the Washington Wizards in a seven-play deal that sends Caron Butler and Brendan Haywood to the Mavericks. Howard was in his seventh season with Dallas, a span filled with promise and disappointment since being the 29th overall pick in 2003.

Dallas Mavericks-Washington Wizards trade talks expanding to include Brendan Haywood, sources say
Talks between the Mavericks and Wizards have taken a fresh twist now that the teams have discussed the prospect of packaging center Brendan Haywood to Dallas in the same deal with Wizards forward Caron Butler, sources said.

Dallas Mavericks-Washington Wizards trade talks expanding to include Brendan Haywood, sources say
Talks between the Mavericks and Wizards have taken a fresh twist now that the teams have discussed the prospect of packaging center Brendan Haywood to Dallas in the same deal with Wizards forward Caron Butler, sources said.

Ankle sprain sidelines Bobcats' Felton (AP)
Charlotte Bobcats point guard Raymond Felton missed the game Wednesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves with a sprained right ankle. Felton, who hit the game-winning shot Tuesday night against the Washington Wizards, was first injured in practice on Monday. Felton received treatment on Wednesday, but never took the floor to shoot around and was ruled out an hour before tip-off.

Charlotte Bobcats' Raymond Felton, Tyson Chandler expect to play Tuesday vs. Washington Wizards
Bobcats point guard Raymond Felton and center Tyson Chandler expect to play against the Wizards on Tuesday.

Felton's late bucket lifts Bobcats (AP)

Raymond Felton hit a fadeaway 12-footer with 1.9 seconds left and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Washington Wizards 94-92 on Tuesday night to snap a three-game losing streak. After Antawn Jamison missed a scoop shot in the lane, the Bobcats got the rebound and didn't call a timeout. Charlotte's play broke down, and Felton drove to the left of the lane and let go a shot over Randy Foye's...

Wizards delay trip home due to snow (AP)
Eventually the Washington Wizards will make it home. Tuesday night? No such luck. The Wizards were told before their game against Charlotte that it was unlikely they'd be able to fly into either Washington-area airport after the game because of the second major snowstorm to hit that area in five days.

Washington Wizards stranded again after second major snowstorm
The Wizards were told before their game against the Bobcats that it was unlikely they'd be able to fly into either Washington-area airport after the game because of the second major snowstorm to hit that area in five days.

Harlem Globetrotters play on hockey rink for first time in 84-year history
The Harlem Globetrotters have a new way to beat the Washington Generals -- on ice.

Snowed-out Washington Wizards-Atlanta Hawks game on March 11
The snowed out game between the Hawks and the Wizards has been rescheduled for March 11.

Hawks-Wizards rescheduled for March 11 (AP)
The snowed-out game between the Atlanta Hawks and Washington Wizards has been rescheduled for March 11. The game was supposed to be played Saturday but was postponed because of a blizzard that dumped 2 feet of snow on the nation's capital. Both teams played in other cities Friday night, and the storm prevented them from traveling to the area.

Snowstorm forces Atlanta Hawks-Washington Wizards postponement
The game between the Hawks and Wizards has been postponed because of the blizzard that battered the Mid-Atlantic region.

Hawks-Wizards postponed due to blizzard (AP)
The game between the Atlanta Hawks and Washington Wizards has been postponed because of the blizzard that battered the Mid-Atlantic region. The NBA said on Saturday that neither the Hawks or Wizards could fly to Washington after their games Friday night. The Wizards played at Orlando and the Hawks hosted the Bulls.

Butler's jumper caps Wizards' big rally (AP)

Caron Butler made a 19-foot jumper with 0.5 seconds remaining, capping the Washington Wizards' comeback from a 21-point deficit in a 92-91 victory over the Orlando Magic on Friday night. Washington went down by 21 in the first quarter, went ahead by nine in the fourth, lost the lead again and then came back to cap a wild, wacky win.

Knicks pick off Wizards to snap three-game skid
Nate Robinson scored 23 points, Al Harrington and Larry Hughes also put in double figures off the bench, and the New York Knicks beat the Washington Wizards 106-85 on Wednesday night to snap a three-game losing streak.

Robinson's 23, strong bench lift Knicks (AP)

Nate Robinson scored 23 points, Al Harrington and Larry Hughes also put in double figures off the bench, and the New York Knicks beat the Washington Wizards 106-85 on Wednesday night to snap a three-game losing streak. David Lee had 22 points and 10 rebounds to help the Knicks avenge a 106-96 loss at Washington on Saturday.

Bruised left knee holds out Wizards forward Caron Butler
Caron Butler missed the Washington Wizards' game against the Knicks on Wednesday night because of a bruised left knee.

Arenas wants to share message with kids
Gilbert Arenas insists he now understands that 'guns and violence are serious problems, not joking matters.' In an op-ed piece written for The Washington Post and put on the newspaper's Web site Monday, the suspended Washington Wizards guard pledges to be a better role model and says a 'message of nonviolence will be front and center as I try to rebuild my relationship with young people in the D.C. area.'

Crittenton won't contest season-long suspension
Javaris Crittenton won't contest his NBA suspension for taking a gun into the Washington Wizards' locker room.

Washington Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton will not appeal suspension
Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton has elected not to appeal the season-long suspension he received from NBA commissioner David Stern.

Celtics end 3-game skid with win over Wizards
Boston limited Washington to 2-for-18 shooting in the fourth quarter en route to a 99-88 victory over the Wizards on Monday night.

Celtics pull away in 4th, snap skid at 3 (AP)

Kevin Garnett's 19 points led six Celtics in double figures, and Boston limited Washington to 2-for-18 shooting in the fourth quarter en route to a 99-88 victory over the Wizards on Monday night. Boston ended a three-game losing streak and prevented Washington from compiling its first three-game winning streak since April 2008.

Arenas expresses regret in op-ed piece (AP)
Suspended Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas says in an op-ed piece written for The Washington Post that he now understands "guns and violence are serious problems, not joking matters." The piece was posted on the newspaper's Web site Monday. Arenas pledges to be a better role model and says a "message of nonviolence will be front and center as I try to rebuild my...

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas: I'll try to rebuild relationship with D.C.-area youth
Suspended Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas said Monday in a story he wrote for The Washington Post that he'll try to rebuild his relationship with D.C. youth following his guilty plea on a felony gun charge.

Sources: Washington Wizards and Houston Rockets still talking Tracy McGrady trade
The Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards continue to discuss a possible Tracy McGrady trade in advance of next month's trading deadline, according to NBA front-office sources.

Wiz stay hot, pick off Knicks behind Miller's 25
Mike Miller scored a season-high 25 points -- including seven 3-pointers -- and Antawn Jamison had 21 points and a career-high 23 rebounds to lead the Washington Wizards to a 106-96 win over the New York Knicks on Saturday.

Miller, Jamison lead Wizards over Knicks (AP)

Mike Miller scored a season-high 25 points -- including seven 3-pointers -- and Antawn Jamison had 21 points and a career-high 23 rebounds to lead the Washington Wizards to a 106-96 win over the New York Knicks on Saturday. Miller, who missed 26 games due to injuries this season, had four 3-pointers late in the third quarter and early in the fourth as the Wizards took an 85-73 lead with 10:45 to...

Boykins' jumper lifts Wizards past woeful Nets
Earl Boykins hit a jumper with 0.4 to play and Washington defeated the New Jersey Nets 81-79 on Friday.

Boykins' last-second shot lifts Wizards (AP)

Earl Boykins hit a jumper with 0.4 to play and Washington defeated the New Jersey Nets 81-79 on Friday in the Wizards' first game since guards Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton were suspended for the remainder of the season for bringing weapons into the locker room. The win snapped a four-game losing streak for the Wizards and prevented the Nets (4-41) from posting consecutive victories...

Flip Saunders wants to re-establish normalcy to his stunned Washington Wizards team
Washington coach Flip Saunders has spent the last two days trying to re-establish the routine for the Washington Wizards after the season-long suspensions of Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton.

New York Knicks forwards Jared Jeffries and Al Harrington are questionable vs. Wizards
Forwards Jared Jeffries and Al Harrington are questionable for the New York Knicks' game at Washington on Saturday.

Knicks' Jeffries, Harrington day to day (AP)
Forwards Jared Jeffries and Al Harrington are questionable for the New York Knicks' game at Washington on Saturday. Jeffries missed the second half of the Knicks' 106-104 loss to Toronto on Thursday because of a hyperextended right knee. An MRI exam Friday confirmed a bone bruise, and the team said Jeffries would be listed as day-to-day.

Prospective Wizards owner Ted Leonsis 'very confident' of sale
Ted Leonsis says he offered "one of the highest prices ever paid for an NBA team" for the Washington Wizards -- but that wasn't enough to satisfy the family of late owner Abe Pollin.

Flip Saunders of Washington Wizards hopes team can 'move forward' after suspensions
Coach Flip Saunders says the Washington Wizards have felt like they "continued to take body punches" while NBA and legal investigations into a locker room gun episode were ongoing.

Wiz coach: Arenas investigation was like 'taking body punches'
Coach Flip Saunders says the Washington Wizards have felt like they "continued to take body punches" while NBA and legal investigations into a locker room gun episode were ongoing.

Arenas suspended for rest of season
NBA commissioner David Stern has suspended Washington Wizards guards Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton for the remainder of the season for having guns in the locker room.

Sources: Gilbert Arenas, David Stern meeting face-to-face
Gilbert Arenas is scheduled to meet face-to-face with NBA commissioner David Stern on Wednesday for the first time since the gun incident that put Arenas' future with the Washington Wizards in doubt, sources close to the situation confirmed.

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.

Internal e-mail dismays potential Washington Wizards owner
As if having guns in the locker room wasn't enough of a headache, it turns out sale of the Washington Wizards might not be going as smoothly as thought.

Presumed sale of Wizards hits snag (AP)
As if having guns in the locker room wasn't enough of a headache, it turns out sale of the Washington Wizards might not be going as smoothly as thought. A person close to presumptive buyer Ted Leonsis told The Associated Press on Wednesday that Leonsis' group is "surprised and disappointed" about an internal e-mail among Wizards staff.

Wiz: We're exploring our options with Arenas
The locker room guns saga isn't anywhere close to being over for the Washington Wizards, even with the news that Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton are suspended for the rest of the season.

Wizards may try to void Arenas' contract (AP)
The locker room guns saga isn't anywhere close to being over for the Washington Wizards, even with the news that Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton are suspended for the rest of the season. Team president Ernie Grunfeld isn't ruling out the possibility of voiding the remainder of Arenas' $111 million contract.

Lakers visit White House, beat Wizards (AP)

There's nothing like a trip to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. to lift the spirits during the dog days of an NBA season. That's a privilege given only to the reigning champions, and the Los Angeles Lakers had their moment with President Barack Obama on Monday. It was a good substitute for a ho-hum January practice, and they promptly lifted their road doldrums Tuesday night with a 115-103 win over the...

Los Angeles Lakers Ron Artest will play against Washington Wizards
Lakers starting forward Ron Artest took part in a shootaround Tuesday and will play against the Washington Wizards after being listed as questionable.

Washington Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton charged; plea deal apparent
Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton has been charged with weapons violations in an apparent plea deal -- 10 days after teammate Gilbert Arenas pleaded guilty to a felony gun charge.

Crittenton pleads guilty to gun charge, gets probation
Washington Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton has been sentenced to a year of unsupervised probation after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor gun charge stemming from a dispute with teammate Gilbert Arenas.

Wizards' Crittenton charged with two weapons violations
Washington Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton has been charged with weapons violations in an apparent plea deal -- 10 days after teammate Gilbert Arenas pleaded guilty to a felony gun charge.

Clips end 8-game road skid, beat Wizards (AP)

Chris Kaman scored 20 points and Marcus Camby had 12 points and 19 rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 92-78 win over the Washington Wizards on Sunday. Los Angeles had six players in double figures and snapped an eight-game road losing streak, and a three-game skid in Washington, as the Clippers won for the third time in eight games.

Wade, Heat bounce back, pound struggling Wiz
Dwyane Wade scored 32 points to lead the Miami Heat to a 112-88 win over the Washington Wizards on Friday night.

Wade's 32 help Heat rout Wizards 112-88 (AP)

Dwyane Wade scored 32 points to lead the Miami Heat to a 112-88 win over the Washington Wizards on Friday night. Two nights after the Heat were roasted by coach Erik Spoelstra after Wednesday's 39-point loss in Charlotte, they began the second half of their season with a flourish. Wade, who earlier this season had two of this three 40-point performances against the Wizards, was 12 for 19 from...

10 players donate $1K per point to Haiti (AP)
Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol was one of 10 NBA players donating $1,000 for every point he scored to the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund on Friday. The players taking part, all clients of the Wasserman Media Group, included rookie of the year Derrick Rose, Atlanta All-Star Joe Johnson, rookie Tyreke Evans of Sacramento and veteran Antawn Jamison of Washington.

Wizards face uncertainty in second half (AP)
The Washington Wizards have taken what seems like eons to play just 41 games, just half the NBA season. "For me, it felt like about 86 games," guard Randy Foye said Thursday. That's how it feels when a team has been losing, chemistry and discipline have faltered, and its star player has been to court for playing with guns in the locker room.

Marion's late block gets Mavs by Wizards (AP)

Shawn Marion blocked Caron Butler's jump shot with 1.9 seconds to play, and the Dallas Mavericks opened the second half of their season Wednesday night by avenging a loss from opening night, beating the Washington Wizards 94-93. Dallas extended its streak of victories in one-point games to nine, tied for second longest in NBA history.

Dallas Mavericks guard Josh Howard sits vs. Washington with stomach illness
Dallas Mavericks guard Josh Howard will sit against the Washington Wizards because of a stomach illness.

Blazers' Roy misses second straight game (AP)
Portland Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy will miss his second straight game because of a sore right hamstring. Roy hoped to play Monday afternoon against the Washington Wizards. But after consulting with coach Nate McMillan and a team trainer following warmups, Roy decided not to play. He also missed Friday's game against Orlando.

Jamison's 21 second-half points lift Wizards
Antawn Jamison scored 21 of his 28 points after halftime, Caron Butler made two big baskets down the stretch and the Washington Wizards put together a rare winning streak Monday with a 97-92 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.

Jamison, Butler lift Wizards by Blazers (AP)

Antawn Jamison scored 21 of his 28 points after halftime, Caron Butler made two big baskets down the stretch and the Washington Wizards put together a rare winning streak Monday with a 97-92 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. Jamison was 3 for 10 from the field at halftime, but he shot 7 of 11 in the second half in a game that was close throughout.

Wizards give Saunders 600th career victory
Washington Wizards managed to end one of the most dismal, exhausting weeks in franchise history with a victory, giving coach Flip Saunders his 600th career win by beating the Sacramento Kings 93-86 on Saturday night.

Pistons top Knicks, win third straight (AP)

Rodney Stuckey scored 20 points, Charlie Villanueva added 19, and the Detroit Pistons won their third straight game, beating the New York Knicks 94-90 on Saturday night. Detroit snapped a 13-game losing streak Tuesday with a win in Washington, then needed overtime to beat the Hornets on Friday. Against New York, the Pistons nearly blew a 21-point, second-half lead before holding on.

Wizards finish tumultuous week with win (AP)

The Washington Wizards managed to end one of the most dismal, exhausting weeks in franchise history with a victory, giving coach Flip Saunders his 600th career win by beating the Sacramento Kings 93-86 on Saturday night. Caron Butler scored 19 points to lead five players in double figures for the Wizards, who on the previous day had their biggest star plead guilty to a felony gun charge and on the...

Rose leads charge in double-OT win
Derrick Rose drove and spun around before getting off the shot that would send the Chicago Bulls to a double-overtime victory and deny the inspired Washington Wizards.

Rose's 37 get Bulls past Wizards in 2OT (AP)

Derrick Rose scored a career-high 37 points and hit the go-ahead basket with 5.4 seconds left in the second overtime Friday night as the Chicago Bulls overcame an inspired effort by the Washington Wizards for a 121-119 victory. Just hours after teammate and suspended star Gilbert Arenas pleaded guilty back in D.C.

Wizards star Arenas pleads guilty to gun charge
Washington Wizards star Gilbert Arenas pleads guilty to carrying a pistol without a license.

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas pleads guilty to felony; deal expected
Gilbert Arenas has pleaded guilty to a felony count of carrying a pistol without a license.

Arenas charged with felony gun possession
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas charged with felony gun possession.

Report: Washington Wizards guiard Gilbert Arenas charged with felony
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas has been charged with felony gun possession, the Washington Post is reporting.

Police searched for gun at home of Javaris Crittenton of Washington Wizards
Police in Virginia have looked for a handgun at the apartment of Washington Wizards guard Javaris Crittenton, but court records show nothing was seized.

Hawks win third straight, beat Wizards (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 24 points, Jamal Crawford added 22 and the Atlanta Hawks won their third straight game with a sluggish 94-82 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. Despite 25 points from Antawn Jamison, the Wizards lost their third straight and seventh in their last nine as the team tries to play through problems related to Gilbert Arenas' suspension.

Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders welcomes road trip amid troubles
Washington coach Flip Saunders believes a two-game trip could help the Wizards concentrate on basketball with the Gilbert Arenas gun investigation hovering over his team at home.

Two more Wizards questioned about Arenas gun incident
Two more Washington Wizards players are speaking to authorities about the Gilbert Arenas gun investigation.

More Washington Wizards questioned in gun case
Two more Washington Wizards players are spending time speaking to authorities about the Gilbert Arenas gun investigation.

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

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

Washington Wizards' Mike Miller out again with injured right calf
Wizards guard Mike Miller is out again with a right calf injury that already sidelined him for about 1.5 months.

Wizards G Miller out again due to calf (AP)
Wizards guard Mike Miller is out again with a right calf injury that already sidelined him for about 1 1/2 months. Miller missed Washington's game against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night, and coach Flip Saunders said Nick Young would replace him in the starting lineup. Miller left Sunday's loss to the Hornets in the third quarter after aggravating his strained calf.

Week 12 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
With Gilbert Arenas out, Randy Foye has been thrust into a prominent role in Washington. Our Sergio Gonzalez explains why he likes Foye's upside going forward and shares his other recommendations in his Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.




NBA players and coaches see no reason to limit gambling for players
If commissioner David Stern is considering gambling restrictions in the wake of the Washington Wizards' troubles, he'll find plenty of objection within the league.

NBA players: No need for gambling ban (AP)
NBA players aren't ready to turn in their cards. If commissioner David Stern is considering gambling restrictions in the wake of the Washington Wizards' troubles, he'll find plenty of objection within the league. "I'm not in favor of that at all," Lakers coach Phil Jackson said.

Washington Wizards players questioned by authorities in Gilbert Arenas gun probe
Three more members of the Washington Wizards have met with authorities concerning the Gilbert Arenas gun investigation.

Wizards' Stevenson honors Arenas (AP)
While the Washington Wizards have removed virtually all traces of Gilbert Arenas from the Verizon Center, one teammate found a way to get his suspended teammate's nickname visible Sunday when the team played the New Orleans Hornets. DeShawn Stevenson took to the court during pregame warmups with the words "AGENT" and "ZERO" written in red capital letters on tape wrapped...

Hornets beat Wizards, win sixth straight (AP)

Chris Paul scored eight of his 26 points in the final three minutes Sunday to lead the New Orleans Hornets to their sixth-straight win, 115-110 over a Washington Wizards team that has turned its game up a notch since the suspension of Gilbert Arenas. Peja Stojakovic scored 20 points, and Paul added 14 assists for the Hornets, who have won three straight away from home to improve their record to...

Stevenson pays tribute to Arenas during game
While the Washington Wizards have removed virtually all traces of Gilbert Arenas from the Verizon Center, one teammate found a way to get his suspended teammate's nickname visible Sunday when the team played the New Orleans Hornets.

DeShawn Stevenson of Washington Wizards tapes Arenas' nickname on his shins
While the Washington Wizards have removed virtually all traces of Gilbert Arenas from the Verizon Center, one teammate found a way to get his suspended teammate's nickname visible Sunday when the team played the New Orleans Hornets.

The Washington Wizards have fined four players for partcipating in Arenas' antics
Four Washington Wizards players have been fined $10,000 apiece for making light of Gilbert Arenas' antics before Tuesday's game at Philadelphia.

Wizards overcome deficit to win without Arenas
The last-place and distracted Washington Wizards overcame a 10-point, fourth-quarter deficit Friday night, beating the Orlando Magic 104-97 in the team's first game at the Verizon Center since Gilbert Arenas' suspension.

Arenas-less Wizards rally, beat Magic (AP)
The last-place and distracted Washington Wizards overcame a 10-point, fourth-quarter deficit Friday night, beating the first-place Orlando Magic 104-97 in the team's first game at the Verizon Center since Gilbert Arenas' suspension. The Wizards earned several rousing, standing ovations during the final period -- an unusual display from the typically subdued Washington crowds -- for their...

Orlando Magic's Vince Carter exits game with injured shoulder
Orlando guard Vince Carter injured his left shoulder in a collision in the Magic's game in Washington on Friday night.

Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders talks to grand jury, bans gambling
Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders says he has met with the grand jury regarding the Gilbert Arenas gun investigation.

Antawn Jamison says Washington Wizards 'sick of' talk about Gilbert Arenas gun saga
It's been no fun being a member of the Washington Wizards.

Washington Wizards plan to fine players involved in Gilbert Arenas' antics
An NBA official says the Washington Wizards are planning to fine some players for participating in Gilbert Arenas' on-court antics that made light of his gun troubles.

Cavs score season high, dump drained Wizards
LeBron James piled up 23 points, eight assists and seven rebounds in just three quarters and the Cleveland Cavaliers rolled to a 121-98 win over the Washington Wizards.

Cavs easily beat Arenas-less Wizards (AP)

LeBron James piled up 23 points, eight assists and seven rebounds in just three quarters and the Cleveland Cavaliers rolled to a 121-98 win over the Washington Wizards, who watched troubled guard Gilbert Arenas leave them indefinitely on Wednesday. Shaquille O'Neal added 17 points in 17 minutes as the Cavs posted a season-high for points and won for the 13th time in 15 games.

Arenas suspended indefinitely by NBA (AP)
NBA commissioner David Stern indefinitely suspended Gilbert Arenas without pay Wednesday, saying the Washington Wizards guard is "not currently fit to take the court." Stern also warned that Arenas' conduct will "ultimately result in a substantial suspension, and perhaps worse." Arenas is under investigation by federal and local authorities after admittedly bringing guns...

Arenas suspended indefinitely after gun incident
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas has been suspended indefinitely by the NBA.

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas suspended indefinitely
Gilbert Arenas has been suspended indefinitely.

Arenas has 19 points, 14 assists; Wizards rally
Antawn Jamison tied his season-high with 32 points and had 14 rebounds, Nick Young scored 21 points and the Washington Wizards overcame an 18-point deficit in a 104-97 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night.

Jamison leads Wizards' rally past Sixers (AP)
Antawn Jamison tied his season-high with 32 points and had 14 rebounds, Nick Young scored 21 points and the Washington Wizards overcame an 18-point deficit in a 104-97 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night. Gilbert Arenas had 19 points and a season-high 14 assists and Andray Blatche scored 12 for the Wizards (11-21), who snapped a four-game losing streak.

Sources: NBA weighs suspension for Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas
The NBA has not ruled out suspending Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas before the legal process plays out fully in Arenas' gun-possession case, according to sources close to the situation.

Cavaliers' Moon to miss 3 weeks (AP)
Cleveland's Jamario Moon is expected to miss three weeks with an abdominal strain. Moon, signed as a free agent last summer from Miami, is averaging 5 points and 3.5 rebounds as a reserve for the Cavaliers. Cleveland (27-9) hosts Washington (10-21) on Wednesday.

Arenas says gun stunt was a 'joke'
Washington Wizards star Gilbert Arenas says he took unloaded guns from his locker in a "misguided effort to play a joke" on a teammate.

Gilbert Arenas meets with law over guns, apologizes
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas met with law enforcement officials on Monday to explain why he had guns at the Verizon Center last month.

Agent: Crittenton did nothing wrong
An agent for the Washington Wizards' Javaris Crittenton is responding to reports of a locker room dispute by saying his client hasn't broken any laws.

Wizards ownership release statement in regards to Arenas, Crittenton
The family of late Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin released a statement Saturday night in regards to reports Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton had a dispute that involved guns.

Spurs top Wizards for fifth straight win (AP)

Tim Duncan scored 23 points and reserve Roger Mason Jr. added a season-high 20 to lead the San Antonio Spurs to their fifth straight victory on Saturday night, 97-86 over the Washington Wizards, who remained enveloped in a gun controversy surrounding Gilbert Arenas. Tony Parker had 12 points for the Spurs, whose winning streak matches a season high.

Report: Gun standoff between Arenas, teammate
The investigation of Gilbert Arenas and the guns he brought to the Verizon Center took a much more serious turn Friday amid a report that the Washington Wizards point guard and teammate Javaris Crittenton allegedly drew on each other during a locker-room argument over a gambling debt.

Sources: Gilbert Arenas, Washington Wizards teammate began fight on team plane
A dispute that began on the team plane and resumed in the team's locker room between Wizards guards Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton is at the center of an investigation by local and federal authorities, according to sources close to the situation.

Report says Washington Wizards Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton drew guns on each other
Washington Wizards teammates Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton drew guns on each other during a Christmas Eve locker room argument over a gambling debt, according to The New York Post.

Report: Arenas drew gun on Crittenton (AP)
Washington Wizards teammates Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton drew guns on each other during a Christmas Eve locker room argument over a gambling debt, according to The New York Post. Citing an anonymous source, the newspaper reports in Friday's edition that the standoff was sparked when Crittenton became angry at Arenas for refusing to make good on a gambling debt.

Durant helps Thunder win fourth straight (AP)

Kevin Durant had 35 points and 11 rebounds, Jeff Green added 18 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Washington Wizards 110-98 Tuesday night for the franchise's first four-game winning streak in 3 1/2 years. It was the fifth straight game that Durant, who had 40 points in Monday's win at New Jersey, topped the 30-point mark.

Durant continues tear as Thunder win 4 straight
Kevin Durant had 35 points and 11 rebounds, Jeff Green added 18 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Washington Wizards 110-98 Tuesday night for the franchise's first four-game winning streak in 3.5 years.

Washington D.C. police looking into firearms at Verizon Center
D.C. Police say they are investigating a report that weapons were found inside a locker room at the Verizon Center, where the Washington Wizards play.

Randolph's OT effort helps Grizzlies top Wizards
O.J. Mayo scored 28 points, Zach Randolph had six of his 23 points in overtime and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Washington Wizards 116-111 on Monday night.

Grizzlies outlast Wizards 115-111 in OT (AP)

O.J. Mayo scored 28 points, Zach Randolph had six of his 23 points in overtime and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Washington Wizards 116-111 on Monday night. Marc Gasol finished with 20, and his two free throws with 9.5 seconds extended the Memphis lead to 115-111. Randolph made two free throws with 0.3 seconds left, sending the game to overtime tied at 102.

Memphis Grizzlies sit Rudy Gay against Washington Wizards with sprained ankle
Grizzlies forward Rudy Gay was inactive for Monday night's game against the Washington Wizards because of a sprained left ankle, leaving Memphis without its leading scorer.

Grizzlies F Gay out with sprained ankle (AP)
Grizzlies forward Rudy Gay was inactive for Monday night's game against the Washington Wizards because of a sprained left ankle, leaving Memphis without its leading scorer. Gay first injured the ankle Dec. 16 in the Grizzlies' 110-97 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. He left the game but played in the four games since, averaging almost 19 points over that span.

Wolves finally post consecutive wins (AP)

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat up on some old friends for their first back-to-back wins of the season. Corey Brewer scored 23 of his career-high 27 points in the second half to lead the Timberwolves to a 101-89 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Kevin Love added 17 points and 10 rebounds against a Wizards team that has seven coaches and players who have significant ties to the...

Wizards' Arenas kept firearms in locker
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas stored unloaded firearms in a container in his locker, according to the team, and the NBA is looking into the situation.

Report: NBA investigating Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas for gun possession
The NBA and Washington Wizards are reportedly investigating whether Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was in the alleged possession of a firearm, CBSSports.com reported Thursday.



Wizards almost shut out on offensive boards
The Washington Wizards almost became the second team in NBA history to fail to grab an offensive rebound since the stat began being kept in 1973.

Wiz whack Bucks behind Boykins; Arenas hurt
Antawn Jamison had 25 points and 10 rebounds and Earl Boykins scored 12 of his 15 points in the fourth quarter, lifting the Washington Wizards.

Arenas' 31 help Wizards end home skid (AP)

Brilliant at the beginning and end, and basically silent in between, Gilbert Arenas scored 31 points Tuesday night to lead the Washington Wizards to a 105-98 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, ending a three-game home losing streak. Arenas scored the game's first seven points and finished the opening quarter with 15.

Arenas sparks Wizards, ends 3-game home skid
Gilbert Arenas scored 31 points Tuesday night to lead the Washington Wizards to a 105-98 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, ending a three-game home losing streak.

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

Arenas scores 45 as Wizards snap skid (AP)

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

Suns move to 10-0 at home, rout Wizards (AP)

Steve Nash had 15 points and 15 assists before sitting out the fourth quarter Saturday night, and the Phoenix Suns improved to 10-0 at home with a 121-95 rout of the Washington Wizards. Amare Stoudemire had 23 points and 14 rebounds and Jason Richardson scored 22 as the Suns remained the only team in the NBA without a home loss.

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

Washington Wizards may run fan's play from ESPN contest
The Wizards have teamed with ESPN to allow fans to design a play for the team.

Gordon scores 29, Clippers beat Wizards (AP)

Eric Gordon matched his season high with 29 points and hit his final free throw with 11.3 seconds left, and Washington's Earl Boykins turned the ball over moments later to seal the Los Angeles Clippers' 97-95 victory over the Wizards on Monday night. Chris Kaman had 11 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter for the Clippers, who overcame a 17-point deficit in the second half before holding...

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...

Wizards to wear patch honoring Pollin (AP)
The Washington Wizards will honor late owner Abe Pollin by wearing a patch on their jerseys for the rest of the season. The patch features the name "Abe" and will also appear on the court at Verizon Center, the downtown arena built mostly with Pollin's money. The team planned to debut the patch Thursday night at the Wizards' home game against the Boston Celtics.

Rondo breaks tie, fuels Celts to 9th straight win
Rajon Rondo's driving dunk with a minute remaining broke a tie and led the Eastern Conference-leading Boston Celtics to their ninth straight victory, 104-102 over the Washington Wizards on Thursday night.

Celtics win ninth straight, top Wizards (AP)

Rajon Rondo's driving dunk with a minute remaining broke a tie and led the Eastern Conference-leading Boston Celtics to their ninth straight victory, 104-102 over the Washington Wizards on Thursday night. Rondo had 21 points and 11 assists, and Ray Allen had 18 and became the 32nd NBA player to score 20,000 points.

Wizards to wear jersey patch honoring Abe Pollin
The Washington Wizards will honor late owner Abe Pollin by wearing a patch on their jerseys for the rest of the season.

Washington Wizards to wear jersey patch honoring Abe Pollin
The Washington Wizards will honor late owner Abe Pollin by wearing a patch on their jerseys for the rest of the season.

Ankle sidelines Pistons G Gordon again (AP)
Detroit guard Ben Gordon sat out the Pistons' game Wednesday night against Philadelphia because of a sprained left ankle. Gordon injured the ankle in late November and missed two games before returning to play. Gordon is averaging 18.7 points. He played 12 minutes Sunday against Washington. The Pistons have already been playing without Richard Hamilton (ankle) and Tayshaun Prince (back).

Public memorial service honors Washington Wizards' Abe Pollin
Former Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin was remembered as a civic-minded visionary, passionate sportsman and generous philanthropist at a public memorial service Tuesday night.

Late Wizards owner Pollin memorialized (AP)
Former Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin was remembered as a civic-minded visionary, passionate sportsman and generous philanthropist at a public memorial service Tuesday night. "He believed in people," Wizards forward Antawn Jamison said before the ceremony. "He believed in this city when people didn't believe in this city.

Stuckey's 25 lift Pistons over Wizards (AP)

Rodney Stuckey scored 25 points and Charlie Villanueva added 18 as the Detroit Pistons beat the Washington Wizards 98-94 Sunday night. Will Bynum scored 16 points for Detroit, which led by as many as 12 in the first half before Washington pulled to 52-49 on Earl Boykins' leaning jumper at the halftime buzzer.

Turkoglu's OT jumper ends Raptors' skid (AP)

Two days ago, everything was going wrong for the Toronto Raptors. They had given up 146 points in a loss at Atlanta - the second-most allowed in the team's 15-year history - extending their losing streak to five games. Discontent led to a closed-door team meeting Friday morning. On Friday night, Hedo Turkoglu's jumper with 8.1 seconds left in overtime capped a 109-107 victory over the...

Bosh helps Raptors rip Bulls 110-78 (AP)

Chris Bosh had 25 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 110-78 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. Coming off an overtime victory in Washington on Friday night that snapped a five-game losing streak, the Raptors had it easy this time. They led 37-16 after the first quarter, with Bosh again leading the way after scoring 31 points and grabbing 16 rebounds in the night...

Turkoglu's jumper lifts Raptors over Wiz in OT
Hedo Turkoglu hit a jumper with 8.1 seconds left in overtime to give Toronto a 109-107 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night, snapping the Raptors' losing streak at five games.

Turkoglu's OT jumper ends Raptors' skid (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu hit a jumper with 8.1 seconds left in overtime to give Toronto a 109-107 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night, snapping the Raptors' losing streak at five games. Turkoglu scored Toronto's final six points and finished with 20 overall. Chris Bosh led the Raptors with 31 points and 16 rebounds.

Bucks coach suspended for arguing with refs
The NBA has suspended Milwaukee Bucks coach Scott Skiles one game without pay for arguing with an official during a loss to Washington earlier this week. The NBA said the suspension would be served Friday night, when Milwaukee plays at Detroit. Skiles was given two quick technical fouls and ejected late in the first quarter of Wednesday's 104-102 loss to the Wizards in Milwaukee. After the first technical, Skiles charged on the court to continue his protest.

NBA suspends Milwaukee Bucks coach Scott Skiles 1 game for arguing with official
The NBA has suspended Bucks coach Scott Skiles one game without pay for arguing with an official during a loss to Washington earlier this week.

NBA suspends Bucks coach Skiles 1 game (AP)
The NBA has suspended Milwaukee Bucks coach Scott Skiles one game without pay for arguing with an official during a loss to Washington earlier this week. The NBA said the suspension would be served Friday night, when Milwaukee plays at Detroit. Skiles was given two quick technical fouls and ejected late in the first quarter of Wednesday's 104-102 loss to the Wizards in Milwaukee.

Boykins' surge helps Wizards top Bucks (AP)

Earl Boykins scored 11 of his 13 points in the final 10 minutes, including the winning free throws with a second left, to lead the Washington Wizards to a 104-102 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night. Boykins had a hand in the Wizards' final eight points. Gilbert Arenas led Washington with 22 points, and Nick Young scored 21.

Wizards' offense heats up to fight past Raptors
Antawn Jamison had 30 points and 12 rebounds, Gilbert Arenas had 22 points and nine assists and the Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors 106-102 on Tuesday night.

Jamison, Arenas lead Wizards past Raptors (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 30 points and 12 rebounds, Gilbert Arenas had 22 points and nine assists and the Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors 106-102 on Tuesday night. Caron Butler scored 19 points, and Brendan Haywood had 15 points and nine rebounds for the Wizards, who have won three of four. Chris Bosh had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani had 20 points and 11 rebounds and Jose...

Sixers F Brand returns from injury (AP)
Philadelphia 76ers forward Elton Brand has returned to the lineup Monday night against the Dallas Mavericks after missing three games with a sore right hamstring. Brand, who was injured last Tuesday against Washington, was the first 76ers player off the bench and entered with 5:46 left in the first quarter.

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

Bobcats top Wizards, win fourth straight (AP)

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

Jamison, Young lift Wizards over Heat (AP)

Antawn Jamison scored 24 points, Nick Young added 22 and the Washington Wizards beat the Miami Heat for the first time in seven tries, 94-84 on Friday night. Jamison, playing for the first time this season against the Heat after missing the first two meetings because of a shoulder injury, scored his 16,000th career point.

Jamison, Wiz beat Heat for first time in 7 tries
Antawn Jamison scored 24 points, Nick Young added 22 and the Washington Wizards beat the Miami Heat for the first time in seven tries, 94-84 on Friday night.

Family, friends pay last respects to Pollin
Abe Pollin is being remembered as a great friend and sports fan. The funeral for the Washington Wizards owner was held Friday at the Washington Hebrew Congregation. Pollin, the NBA's longest-tenured owner, died Tuesday at 85. Rabbi Bruce Leustig said Pollin's wide smile let everyone know "he was in love with life" and that his "sense of gratitude reminded him that he was simply blessed.

Family, friends of Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin pay last respects in D.C. funeral
Abe Pollin is being remembered as a great friend and sports fan.

Family, friends pay Pollin last respects (AP)

Abe Pollin is being remembered as a great friend and sports fan. The funeral for the Washington Wizards owner was held Friday at the Washington Hebrew Congregation. Pollin, the NBA's longest-tenured owner, died Tuesday at 85. Rabbi Bruce Leustig said Pollin's wide smile let everyone know "he was in love with life" and that his "sense of gratitude reminded him that he was...

Sixers guard Williams to miss eight weeks
Philadelphia 76ers guard Lou Williams will miss eight weeks after having surgery on his jaw Thursday morning. Williams broke his jaw in Philadelphia's loss to Washington on Tuesday night. His averages of 17.4 points and 5.1 assists are second-highest on the team behind Andre Iguodala. Rookie Jrue Holiday started at point guard in place of Williams against Boston in a 113-110 loss on Wednesday.

76ers G Williams out with fractured jaw (AP)
Philadelphia guard Louis Williams will miss Wednesday's game against Boston with a fractured jaw. Williams was hurt in Tuesday night's loss against Washington and the team is uncertain when he'll be back in the lineup. "He's going to be evaluated extensively (Thursday)," coach Eddie Jordan said before his team's game against Boston.

Pollin's funeral to be held Friday (AP)
The funeral for Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin will be held Friday. The team said Wednesday that a public memorial service will also be held on Dec. 8 at Pollin's Verizon Center, the arena that spurred development in a downtrodden area of the city. Pollin died Tuesday at the age of 85. Team spokesman Matt Williams said Pollin suffered from corticobasal degeneration, a rare brain disease.

Jamison helps Wizards hold off Sixers (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 32 points and 14 rebounds to lead Washington past the Philadelphia 76ers 108-107 on Tuesday night, hours after the death of Wizards owner Abe Pollin. Nick Young added 20 points for the Wizards as they snapped a two-game skid despite playing without Caron Butler, who sat out with a sore right ankle.

Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler out vs. Sixers with sore ankle
Caron Butler is being kept out of the Washington Wizards' game against the Philadelphia 76ers because of a sore right ankle.

Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin dies at age 85
Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin has died at age 85

Wizards owner Pollin dies at 85
Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin has died. He was 85. His death was announced by his company, Washington Sports & Entertainment. He died Tuesday but no details were disclosed. Pollin, the NBA's longest-tenured owner, suffered from a rare brain disorder that impairs movement and balance. He had heart bypass surgery in 2005. Pollin tried to run his pro sports teams like a family business.

Wizards owner Pollin dies at 85 (AP)
Abe Pollin, the Washington Wizards owner who brought an NBA championship to America's capital and later had the mettle to stand up to Michael Jordan, died on Tuesday. He was 85. His death was announced by his company, Washington Sports & Entertainment. No details were disclosed but Pollin suffered from progressive supranuclear palsy, a rare brain disorder that impairs movement and balance.

Parker has 17 in rare start; Spurs drop Wizards
Tony Parker scored 17 points and the San Antonio Spurs stopped a three-game losing streak with a 106-84 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night.

Parker helps Spurs end 3-game skid (AP)

Tony Parker scored 17 points and the San Antonio Spurs stopped a three-game losing streak with a 106-84 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Parker played for only the second time in six games, bothered by a bad ankle during what has been one of the worst starts for San Antonio in the Tim Duncan era.

Durant helps Thunder top Wizards 127-108 (AP)

Kevin Durant scored 35 points, Russell Westbrook added 26 and the Oklahoma City Thunder had their highest-scoring output of the season in a 127-108 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night. Rookie James Harden followed his 24-point performance by hitting his first three 3-pointers and finishing with 25 points to set another career best.

Durant keys scoring spree as Thunder stop Wiz
Kevin Durant scored 35 points, Russell Westbrook added 26 and the Oklahoma City Thunder had their highest-scoring output of the season in a 127-108 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night.

LeBron James left wrist injured on dunk against the Washington Wizards
LeBron James says he hurt his left wrist by banging it on the rim while dunking late in the Cleveland Cavaliers' 108-91 loss to the Washington Wizards.

Cavs' James hurts wrist while dunking (AP)
LeBron James says he hurt his left wrist by banging it on the rim while dunking late in the Cleveland Cavaliers' 108-91 loss to the Washington Wizards. James was icing his wrist in the locker room after Wednesday night's game. He said the injury came on Cleveland's final basket of the game, with about 2 1/2 minutes left.

Jamison, Wizards beat short-handed Cavs (AP)

LeBron James was stymied down the stretch by DeShawn Stevenson, Antawn Jamison delivered 31 points and 10 rebounds in his season debut, and the Washington Wizards beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 108-91 Wednesday night to end a six-game losing streak. Wearing a white protective sleeve over the right shoulder that sidelined him since October, Jamison looked in midseason form from the start, scoring 13...

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

Pistons claim third straight as Wizards go cold
Ben Gordon scored 29 points, Charlie Villanueva added 25 and the Detroit Pistons held Washington to one field goal over the final 5 minutes to win 106-103 Saturday night despite Wizards newcomer Earl Boykins' 20 points.

Gordon helps Pistons top reeling Wizards (AP)

Ben Gordon scored 29 points, Charlie Villanueva added 25 and the Detroit Pistons held Washington to one field goal over the final 5 minutes to win 106-103 Saturday night despite Wizards newcomer Earl Boykins' 20 points. Gordon scored eight of the final 10 points for Detroit, which has won three consecutive games.

Wizards sign G Boykins, waive C Davis (AP)
The Washington Wizards have signed free-agent guard Earl Boykins after a series of injuries at that position and waived center Paul Davis. Boykins has averaged 9.4 points and 3.4 assists in 10 NBA seasons with eight teams. He played in Italy last season. Davis averaged 2.5 points and 1.5 assists in two appearances for the Wizards (2-6) this season.

Sources: Washington Wizards plan to sign veteran guard Earl Boykins to help depleted backcourt
The injury-hit Washington Wizards plan to sign veteran guard Earl Boykins to bolster their depleted backcourt, sources told ESPN.com.

Wade, Heat match best start by beating Wizards
Dwyane Wade scored 41 points and the Miami Heat remained in first place in the Southeast Division by holding off the Washington Wizards 90-76 on Tuesday night.

Wade scores 41 as Heat match best start (AP)
Dwyane Wade scored 41 points and the Miami Heat remained in first place in the Southeast Division by holding off the Washington Wizards 90-76 on Tuesday night. It's the second time Wade has topped 40 this season, both against Washington: He scored 40 last Wednesday in the nation's capital. Michael Beasley scored 15 points and Mario Chalmers added 13, including a 3-pointer that put Miami up...

Randy Foye sprains ankle, latest injured Washington Wizards guard
Washington guard Randy Foye sprained his right ankle midway through the second quarter of Tuesday night's game against Miami and was not expected to return.

Wizards G James out 4-5 weeks with hand injury
Washington Wizards backup guard Mike James is expected to miss up to five weeks with a broken bone in his left hand. The injury was diagnosed Monday, two days after James was hurt in practice. He did not play in Washington's 102-90 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. James has played in only one game this season for the Wizards, who are 2-5 and have lost their past four games.

Washington Wizards' Mike James (hand) to miss up to 5 weeks
Washington Wizards backup guard Mike James is expected to miss up to five weeks with a broken bone in his left hand.

Wizards backup G James out 4-5 weeks (AP)
Washington Wizards backup guard Mike James is expected to miss up to five weeks with a broken bone in his left hand. The injury was diagnosed Monday, two days after James was hurt in practice. He did not play in Washington's 102-90 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. James has played in only one game this season for the Wizards, who are 2-5 and have lost their past four games.

Suns top Wizards for sixth straight time (AP)

Jason Richardson scored 22 points, Steve Nash had 17 assists, and the Phoenix Suns maintained their dominance of the Washington Wizards with a 102-90 victory Sunday. The Suns never trailed in the second half as they beat the Wizards for the sixth straight time, including five in a row at the Verizon Center.

Richardson helps Suns extend reign vs. Wizards
Jason Richardson scored 22 points, Steve Nash had 17 assists, and the Phoenix Suns maintained their dominance of the Washington Wizards with a 102-90 victory Sunday.

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.

Wizards G Miller sprains left shoulder (AP)
Washington Wizards guard Mike Miller sprained his left shoulder in the fourth quarter of the Wizards' game against Miami on Wednesday night and is expected to miss seven to 10 days. Miller first hurt the shoulder in the third quarter in a collision with the Heat's Mario Chalmers. He immediately clutched his shoulder and was taken to the locker room.

Wade's 40 lift Heat over Wizards 93-89 (AP)

Dwyane Wade scored 40 points, including a go-ahead jumper with 25 seconds left, to lead the Miami Heat in a 93-89 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. It was the first time Wade reached 40 points since getting a career-high 55 in April against New York. Quentin Richardson had 19 points and nine rebounds for Miami (4-1).

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.

LeBron, Shaq lead Cavs past Wizards (AP)

LeBron James scored 27 points, Shaquille O'Neal added a season-high 21 while wearing out Washington's big men and the Cleveland Cavaliers won their third straight, beating the Wizards 102-90 on Tuesday night. The Cavs trailed by 18 in the second quarter before turning up their defense and relying on their superstar combo of James and O'Neal to win their sixth straight at home over the...

Mike Brown: Delonte West to continue coming off Cleveland Cavaliers bench
Mike Brown isn't placing restrictions on Delonte West, although Brown won't start him Tuesday night against Washington.

Arenas leads undermanned Wizards by Nets (AP)

Gilbert Arenas scored 32 points, barely cracked a smile on the court and afterward declared: "I don't get excited anymore." Andray Blatche scored a flashy career-high 30, strutted to the crowd after a highlight-reel baseline dunk and wore his fancy sunglasses as he approached reporters in the locker room.

Washington Wizards' Caron Butler sits out; could return Tuesday
Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders expects forward Caron Butler to return Tuesday night against Cleveland.

Nets' Harris out at least a week with sore groin
New Jersey Nets point guard Devin Harris says he's out at least a week because of a sore right groin. Harris sat out Saturday night's game against the Washington Wizards and will leave the team Sunday to see a specialist in Chicago. Harris originally hurt the groin in an exhibition game Oct. 13 and reinjured it during Friday's loss to Orlando. Harris isn't sure how long he'll be out, but he says he's aiming to return in seven to 10 days.

Nets' Harris out at least a week (AP)
New Jersey Nets point guard Devin Harris said he'll be sidelined at least a week because of an injured right groin. Harris sat out Saturday night's game against the Washington Wizards and will leave the Nets' road trip Sunday to see a specialist in Chicago. Harris said he's aiming to return in seven to 10 days.

Smith reaches blocks milestone in Hawks' win
Josh Smith scored 20 points and reached a blocked shots milestone, and the Atlanta Hawks held off Gilbert Arenas and the Washington Wizards 100-89 on Friday night.

Smith reaches milestone in Hawks' win (AP)

Josh Smith scored 20 points and reached a blocked shots milestone, and the Atlanta Hawks held off Gilbert Arenas and the Washington Wizards 100-89 on Friday night. Arenas had 23 points and Brendan Haywood added 19 for Washington. The 23-year-old Smith rejected a shot by Arenas in the fourth quarter to become the youngest player in NBA history to block 900 shots.

Wiz exercise options on Young and McGee
The Washington Wizards have exercised their contract options on guard Nick Young and center JaVale McGee for the 2010-11 season. Young was the 16th overall pick in the 2007 draft and averaged 9.3 points and 1.7 rebounds over his first two NBA seasons. McGee was the 18th overall pick in last year's draft and averaged 6.5 points and 3.9 rebounds as a rookie.

Washington Wizards exercise 2010-11 options on Vince Young, JaVale McGee
The Washington Wizards have exercised their contract options on guard Nick Young and center JaVale McGee for the 2010-11 season.

Wizards exercise options on Young, McGee (AP)
The Washington Wizards have exercised their contract options on guard Nick Young and center JaVale McGee for the 2010-11 season. Young was the 16th overall pick in the 2007 draft and averaged 9.3 points and 1.7 rebounds over his first two NBA seasons. McGee was the 18th overall pick in last year's draft and averaged 6.5 points and 3.9 rebounds as a rookie.

Healthy Arenas carries Wizards past Mavs (AP)

Gilbert Arenas is a man of few words these days. He's good for a bunch of points and assists, though, and the Washington Wizards will gladly take that. Finally healthy after two seasons virtually lost to knee injuries, Arenas had 29 points and nine assists as the Wizards took an early lead over the revamped Dallas Mavericks and never let go on their way to a 102-91 victory Tuesday night.

Injured Jamison to miss significant time for Wizards
Antawn Jamison's ailing shoulder will take much longer to heal than expected - keeping him off the court well into the regular season. The Washington Wizards revised their estimated recovery time for Jamison's injury Friday, announcing he's likely to miss eight to 13 games in the regular season. The two-time All-Star forward partially dislocated his shoulder trying to block a shot in an exhibition game against Cleveland on Oct. 14.

Antawn Jamison of Washington Wizards likely to miss three to five weeks with shoulder injury
Antawn Jamison's ailing shoulder will take much longer to heal than expected -- keeping him off the court well into the regular season.

Wizards' Jamison to miss 8 to 13 games (AP)
Antawn Jamison's ailing shoulder will take much longer to heal than expected -- keeping him off the court well into the regular season. The Washington Wizards revised their estimated recovery time for Jamison's injury Friday, announcing he's likely to miss eight to 13 games in the regular season.

Washington Wizards forward Antawn Jamison will miss rest of preseason
Wizards forward Antawn Jamison will miss the rest of the team's exhibition games with a right shoulder injury.

Foye leads Wizards past James-less Cavs (AP)

LeBron James was sick. The Cleveland Cavaliers were sunk. Randy Foye scored 19 points in the fourth quarter to spark Washington's rally and led the Wizards to a 109-104 exhibition win over the Cavaliers, who played without a flu-ridden James on Wednesday night. Foye finished with 21 points and Mike Miller, recently criticized by some teammates for wearing James' signature Nike sneakers, made...

LeBron James will miss Wednesday's exhibition with flu
Cavaliers forward LeBron James will sit out Cleveland's final home exhibition game against Washington with flu-like symptoms.

LeBron James will sit final exhibition game with flu
Cavaliers forward LeBron James will sit out Cleveland's final home exhibition game against Washington with flu-like symptoms. James has been under the weather for the past few days and the Cavs decided to rest the NBA's reigning MVP. He was sent home from practice on Tuesday and was not at the Wednesday morning shootaround in advance of the game. Cleveland forward Darnell Jackson and guard Coby Karl are also out with the flu.

NBA fines both Gilbert Arenas, Washington Wizards $25,000
The NBA has fined Washington guard Gilbert Arenas $25,000 for not making himself available to the media.

Arenas fined $25,000 for avoiding media (AP)
The NBA is making Gilbert Arenas -- and the Washington Wizards -- pay for his silence. Arenas and his team were fined $25,000 apiece Tuesday by the league because he has not been talking to the media during the preseason, including before and after exhibition games. The three-time All-Star point guard became one of the NBA's most popular players thanks in part to his engaging personality and a...

Arenas, Wizards fined $25K for ignoring media
The NBA has fined Washington guard Gilbert Arenas $25,000 for not making himself available to the media. The league also penalized the Wizards organization $25,000 on Tuesday for failing to ensure that its players are following NBA media interview rules. Returning from a series of knee injuries that have limited him to 15 games in the last two seasons, Arenas has refused to talk to the press during the preseason.

Raptors ride rookie DeRozan past Wizards (AP)

Rookie DeMar DeRozan scored nine of his 19 points in the fourth quarter, Marco Belinelli added 15 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Washington Wizards 100-93 on Sunday. The ninth pick in the June draft, DeRozan had two highlight-reel dunks in the final quarter, including a one-handed putback off Jarrett Jack's missed jumper with 1:58 left that put Toronto up 96-88.

Wizards C Haywood leaves with sprained right ankle
Center Brendan Haywood has left the Washington Wizards' exhibition game against the Dallas Mavericks with a sprained right ankle. The Wizards said he would not return to Friday night's game. Haywood tumbled to the court and clutched his right ankle after being fouled by Drew Gooden about 2 1/2 minutes into the game. Haywood was helped up by teammates and stayed in the game, playing for another 5 1/2 minutes. He had four points and five rebounds and missed all six of his free throw attempts.

Marion has 26 in Mavericks debut (AP)

Gilbert Arenas waited a while to put up a shot Friday night. Once he finally began hoisting jumpers and driving through the lane with abandon, he didn't miss. Taking another step in his comeback, Gilbert Arenas had 12 points on 6-for-6 shooting -- all in the third quarter -- and nine assists in the Washington Wizards' 123-115 exhibition loss to the Dallas Mavericks.

Wizards C Haywood sprains right ankle (AP)
Center Brendan Haywood has left the Washington Wizards' exhibition game against the Dallas Mavericks with a sprained right ankle. The Wizards said he would not return to Friday night's game. Haywood tumbled to the court and clutched his right ankle after being fouled by Drew Gooden about 2 1/2 minutes into the game.

Grizzlies G Iverson strains hamstring (AP)
Allen Iverson's debut with the Memphis Grizzlies will have to wait. The guard strained his left hamstring during a scrimmage on Sunday in Birmingham, Ala., and he was held out of the Grizzlies' opening preseason game on Tuesday night against Washington. Iverson is scheduled to have an MRI taken on Wednesday in Memphis, and he will miss that night's home game against Oklahoma City.

Grizzlies G Iverson out with strained hamstring
Allen Iverson's debut with the Memphis Grizzlies will have to wait. The guard strained his left hamstring during a scrimmage on Sunday in Birmingham, Ala., and he was held out of the Grizzlies' opening preseason game on Tuesday night against Washington. Iverson is scheduled to have an MRI taken on Wednesday in Memphis, and he will miss that night's home game against Oklahoma City. "I wouldn't even look at it as being safe or smart," Iverson said. "I can't go.

Replacement refs make uneventful debut (AP)

The NBA's replacement referees were a non-issue in the preseason opener, just as the league wanted. The Utah Jazz beat the Denver Nuggets 103-87 on Thursday night in an exhibition game that featured 69 fouls and very little objection to any of them. Whether it was preseason indifference or players and coaches heeding to the league warning to be nice to the new officials, there wasn't much...

NBA replacement referees have uneventful debut in first preseason game
Tre Maddox, Deldre Carr and CJ Washington managed to stay out of the spotlight Thursday night as the NBA kicked off its preseason games with replacement referees.

Arenas participates in halfcourt drills
Gilbert Arenas took part in five-on-five halfcourt drills at Washington Wizards practice on Friday after sitting out scrimmages the previous two days. Wizards first-year coach Flip Saunders says the oft-injured Arenas has taken part in just about everything during training camp but a dislocated finger sidelined him for the scrimmages. Arenas dislocated the middle finger on his left hand in a pickup game before training camp began, then aggravated it this week.

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas takes part in drills
Gilbert Arenas took part in five-on-five halfcourt drills at Washington Wizards practice on Friday after sitting out scrimmages the previous two days.

Gilbert Arenas sits out scrimmages at Washington Wizards training camp
The Wizards say Gilbert Arenas has missed scrimmages at training camp because of a finger injury -- not because of any problems with his surgically repaired left knee.

Arenas sits out scrimmages at training camp
The Washington Wizards say Gilbert Arenas has missed scrimmages at training camp because of a finger injury - not because of any problems with his surgically repaired left knee. Arenas sat out a scrimmage for the second consecutive day Thursday, although he did participate in drills. He dislocated the middle finger on his left hand in a pickup game before training camp began, then aggravated it this week.

Flip Saunders' first Washington Wizards camp has hypnotist, iPods
A hypnotist and a playbook on an iPod were some of the highlights of the start of Flip Saunders' first training camp with the Wizards.

Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas to give up blog-writing focus amid return
Gilbert Arenas says he's not going to be the entertainer anymore.

Saunders thinks Arenas can be as good -- or better
New Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders thinks Gilbert Arenas can be just as good -- or better -- than the All-Star point guard was before having three operations on his left knee.

Saunders: Arenas can be as good as ever (AP)
New Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders thinks Gilbert Arenas can be just as good -- or better -- than the All-Star point guard was before having three operations on his left knee. Saunders says Tuesday, a week before training camp opens, that he and Arenas speak on a daily basis and the coach is confident that they will get along this season.

Gilbert Arenas says he's ready to go; criticizes Washington Wizards
Gilbert Arenas says he's back to his explosive self but is wondering if it's the Wizards' fault that it has taken him so long to get back to normal.

Washington Wizards, former Bullets players to visit China
Thirty years after the Washington Wizards became the first NBA team to visit China, veterans of the team plan a return trip to the basketball-crazed country next month.

Wizards plan return trip to China (AP)
Thirty years after the Washington Wizards became the first NBA team to visit China, veterans of the team plan a return trip to the basketball-crazed country next month. Hall of Fame center Wes Unseld, a star of the 1979 team then known as the Bullets, will be joined on the visit Sept. 5-15 by current Wizards players Caron Butler and Randy Foye, the team announced in a statement.

Saunders: You wouldn't know Arenas was hurt
New Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders says Gilbert Arenas looks fast on the court. Saunders traveled to Chicago last week and watched Arenas work out and play. Saunders says Arenas' surgically repaired left leg is about four times as strong as it's been. Says Saunders: "He gets to wherever he wants to get on the court. His quickness is back. If you walked into the gym, you wouldn't know he was hurt.

Gilbert Arenas of Washington Wizards has quickness back after surgery,. new coach Flip Saunders says
New Washington Wizards coach Flip Saunders says Gilbert Arenas looks fast on the court.

Washington Wizards sign Fabricio Oberto
The Wizards say they have signed forward-center Fabricio Oberto, giving the team added frontcourt depth.



Wizards sign Oberto to add frontcourt depth
The Washington Wizards say they have signed forward-center Fabricio Oberto, giving the team added frontcourt depth. The 6-foot-10, 245-pound Oberto averaged 3.6 points and 3.9 rebounds in four seasons with San Antonio. The Spurs traded Oberto to Detroit this summer as part of a five-player deal; the Pistons then waived Oberto. Oberto helped the Spurs win the 2007 NBA title and Argentina win a gold medal at the 2004 Olympics.

Wizards sign ex-Spurs F-C Oberto (AP)
The Washington Wizards say they have signed forward-center Fabricio Oberto, giving the team added frontcourt depth. The 6-foot-10, 245-pound Oberto averaged 3.6 points and 3.9 rebounds in four seasons with San Antonio. The Spurs traded Oberto to Detroit this summer as part of a five-player deal; the Pistons then waived Oberto.

76ers make former coach Ayers assistant (AP)
Former Philadelphia 76ers coach Randy Ayers has returned to the organization as an assistant under Eddie Jordan. Ayers was fired only 52 games into the 2003-04 season. He also was an assistant in Orlando and was on Jordan's staff in Washington. Ayers also was a head coach in college at Ohio State and led the Buckeyes to consecutive Big Ten titles in 1991 and 1992.

US invites Wizards' McGee to minicamp (AP)
USA Basketball has added Washington Wizards forward/center JaVale McGee to its minicamp roster. The Americans also announced Wednesday that Portland guard Jerryd Bayless withdrew because he injured his left wrist during the NBA's summer league. McGee earned an invite after averaging 17.3 points, 6.3 rebounds and a league-best 4.0 blocks during four summer league games.

Warriors pound Wizards 119-98 (AP)

Jamal Crawford's first game with Golden State was a humiliating loss at Washington eight weeks ago. After seeing the Warriors' injury problems and daunting holiday schedule, the newcomer sensed Golden State might be a grim place for a while. The cloud over the Warriors finally seems to be lifting with ample help from Crawford, who has barely left the court at all during their first real streak of...

Wizards snap 6-game skid, beat Knicks (AP)

Antawn Jamison scored 28 points and Washington used a big late run to beat the New York Knicks 96-89 on Friday night, ending the Wizards' six-game slide. The Knicks led by 87-81 with 4:33 to play before Jamison hit a layup, Mike James hit a 3-pointer and Nick Young a jumper to spur a 15-0 run and give the Wizards their first lead since early in the third quarter.

Knicks hand Wizards sixth straight loss (AP)

David Lee had 30 points and 10 rebounds, reserve Al Harrington scored 27 points, and the New York Knicks handed the Washington Wizards their sixth straight loss with a 128-122 victory Wednesday night. Quentin Richardson added 26 points for the Knicks, who have piled up the points in the first three meetings with the Wizards this season and can complete a season sweep by grabbing the back end of a...

Wizards' Thomas out with torn knee ligament
Washington Wizards center Etan Thomas has a torn ligament in his left knee, the latest setback for a last-place team already without Gilbert Arenas, Brendan Haywood and DeShawn Stevenson.

Redd, Bogut rally Bucks past Wizards (AP)

Michael Redd scored 29 points, a healthy Andrew Bogut added 18 points and 10 rebounds, and the Milwaukee Bucks rallied to beat the no-lead-is-safe Washington Wizards 97-91 on Monday night. Trading baskets down the stretch with Wizards guard Nick Young -- who scored a career-high 30 -- Redd helped Milwaukee overcome a deficit that was 13 points in the second quarter, 11 at halftime and five...

Bucks' Bogut back in starting lineup (AP)
Center Andrew Bogut returned to the Milwaukee Bucks' starting lineup Monday night for the first time since Jan. 2. Bogut scored eight of Milwaukee's first 17 points against the Washington Wizards. After back spasms sidelined Bogut for four games, he returned to action as a reserve against Minnesota on Saturday.

Bobcats PG Augustin out at least 10 days (AP)
Charlotte Bobcats rookie point guard D.J. Augustin will be out a minimum of 10 days with a strained abdominal muscle. Augustin played only four minutes before leaving Saturday's win over Washington after aggravating the injury that has plagued him for several days. An MRI Sunday revealed the strain, leaving the Bobcats without a key member of the rotation.

Bobcats rally from 13 down, beat Wizards (AP)

Raja Bell scored 19 points, and Boris Diaw added 18 to lead the Charlotte Bobcats to a 92-89 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night., After trailing most of the game, the Bobcats took the lead for good on Shannon Brown's 3-pointer with 2:42 left, and held off Washington's late charge. Down 90-89 with 15 seconds left, the Wizards had a chance for the win.

Bulls build big lead, top Wizards 98-86 (AP)

Ben Gordon scored 22 points and the Chicago Bulls hung on for a 98-86 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday after watching a 21-point lead dwindle to seven in the fourth quarter. The Bulls spent most of the night picking on the Eastern Conference's worst team, then hung on after a defensive lapse allowed the Wizards to get back into the game.

Bargnani, Bosh lead Raptors over Wizards (AP)

Andrea Bargnani offered a simple secret for his success against the Washington Wizards, an explanation that applied to his Toronto teammates, too. "I never shot with a defender on me," Bargnani said. Down to nine players, the Raptors still easily beat worst-in-the-East Washington 99-93 on Wednesday night by making 54 percent of their field-goal attempts.

Wiz G Stevenson out at least another 1.5 weeks
Washington Wizards shooting guard DeShawn Stevenson had a painkilling injection Wednesday to relieve pain in his back and is expected to miss at least another 1.5 weeks.

Wizards G Stevenson to miss more time (AP)
Washington Wizards shooting guard DeShawn Stevenson had a painkilling injection Wednesday to relieve pain in his back and is expected to miss at least another 1 1/2 weeks. Stevenson hasn't played since Dec. 30, missing four straight games. "That's been bothering him a while and he just wanted to play because he said he didn't want to leave while his teammates were struggling," Wizards interim coach...

Suns release PG Dee Brown (AP)
The Phoenix Suns have released Dee Brown less than two weeks after signing him to fill the team's need for a backup point guard. Brown appeared in two games for Phoenix and averaged 2.5 points and 1.5 assists. Brown was signed by the Suns on Dec. 24 after appearing in 17 games with the Washington Wizards to begin the season.

Magic hold off Butler, Wizards 89-80 (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu scored 22 points and the Orlando Magic held off a late scoring burst by Caron Butler in an 89-80 victory over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday. Butler had 29 points, all in the second half, but the recently energized Wizards (7-26) failed in their bid to win for the fourth time in six games.

LeBron says 'crab dribble' will stay in arsenal
Two days after he was surprisingly whistled for traveling in the closing seconds of Cleveland's 80-77 loss at Washington, LeBron James maintains his "crab dribble" was legal.

LeBron: 'Crab dribble' was legal (AP)
LeBron James is still talkin' the walk. Two days after he was surprisingly whistled for traveling in the closing seconds of Cleveland's 80-77 loss at Washington, James maintains his "crab dribble" was legal and that he has no plans to remove it from his arsenal. The Cavaliers superstar was adamant after the game that he didn't walk.

Wizards jab at LeBron for 'crab dribble' (AP)
Add LeBron James' "crab dribble" to the lengthy list of talking points in the Cavaliers-Wizards rivalry. "I'll have to check in my book to see what a 'crab dribble' is. I'm not quite sure," Washington interim coach Ed Tapscott said with a smile Monday. "I do know that we don't seem to get away with very many of them, whatever they are." James and the rest of the Cavaliers were given Monday off by...

James can't lift Cavaliers past Wizards (AP)

LeBron James was called for traveling while driving for the potential tying basket with 2.3 seconds left Sunday, and his Cleveland Cavaliers lost to the Eastern Conference-worst Washington Wizards 80-77. James finished with 30 points, 10 assists and six rebounds. But nobody else on the Cavaliers scored more than 13, and they were held to their lowest point total this season.

Pierce nearly perfect as Celtics cruise (AP)

Paul Pierce scored 26 points on nearly perfect shooting and the Boston Celtics roared back from a rough road trip to beat the Washington Wizards 108-83 on Friday night. The Celtics went 1-3 on their West Coast swing after the best 29-game start in NBA history, 27-2. They were in charge from the start Friday on their homecourt where they're 18-1.

Yao, Scola lead Rockets over Bucks 85-81 (AP)

Yao Ming had 22 points and 10 rebounds, Luis Scola added 11 points and 10 boards, and the Houston Rockets beat the Milwaukee Bucks 85-81 on Wednesday night. Ron Artest had 15 points and reserve Carl Landry added 14 as the Rockets beat the Bucks for the eighth straight time, bouncing back from an embarrassing loss to Washington on Monday.

Paul's triple-double powers Hornets (AP)

Chris Paul's three triple-doubles in the first two months of the season have impressed, but not surprised, his teammates. "He's one of the best point guards ever to grace this game," Hornets shooting guard Rasual Butler said. "He's the ultimate talent." Paul had 15 points, 16 assists and 10 rebounds, tying a franchise record with his seventh career triple-double, and New Orleans beat the Washington...

Jamison scores 30, Wizards end road skid (AP)

Antawn Jamison scored a season-high 30 points, Andray Blatche added 16 points and eight rebounds and the Washington Wizards snapped a five-game road losing streak with an 89-87 win over the listless Houston Rockets on Monday night. Jamison also grabbed 12 rebounds and Nick Young added 14 points as the Wizards snapped a seven-game losing streak to the Rockets and won in Houston for the first time...

Jamison helps Wizards top Thunder 104-95 (AP)

Antawn Jamison scored 29 points, Andray Blatche had 16 points and tied his career high with 15 rebounds, and the Washington Wizards beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-95 on Saturday night in a matchup of teams with the two worst records in the NBA. The Wizards broke an eight-game losing streak, their longest since 2001, with just their fifth win against 23 losses.

Wizards F Butler sits out of battle of NBA's worst
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler missed Saturday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a left ankle injury.

Injured Butler misses Wizards' game (AP)
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler missed Saturday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a left ankle injury. It's the first game that Butler will miss this season. He's leading the team in scoring at 21 points. Wizards interim coach Ed Tapscott said that Butler, who missed 24 games with a variety of injuries last season, tweaked his ankle in Thursday's loss in Cleveland.

Late surge improves Cavs to 15-0 at home (AP)

Being home for the holidays was almost a downer for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Trailing by eight to woeful Washington, the Cavaliers scored 11 straight points in the final 1:33 to preserve their perfect home record with a 93-89 win Thursday night. Mo Williams scored 24 points, and LeBron James and Delonte West had 18 apiece for the Cavs, who at 15-0 are the NBA's lone unbeaten team at home.

LeBron debuts 'chalk' shoe on Christmas (AP)
To launch his newest sneaker, LeBron James and 20,000 fans will turn Quicken Loans Arena into an indoor winter wonderland. When the Cleveland Cavaliers face the Washington Wizards on Christmas night, James will be wearing a "chalk" version of his signature Nike shoe, a tribute to his pregame ritual of tossing and blowing hand rosin into the air above the scorer's table before he takes the court.

Stevenson sacrifices start streak to aid Wizards
With the Washington Wizards off to a franchise-worst tying start, lineup changes were to be expected. Unexpected is DeShawn Stevenson volunteering to sacrifice his 275-game starting streak to help give the team a spark.

Wizards fall to franchise-worst 4-22 (AP)

Emeka Okafor had 29 points and 18 rebounds, and the Charlotte Bobcats pulled away in the fourth quarter for an 80-72 victory over Washington on Tuesday night, sending the reeling Wizards to their worst start in franchise history. Caron Butler's 31 points weren't enough for the woeful Wizards, who dropped to 4-22, the worst record after 26 games in the team's 48-year history.

Mavs hand Wizards sixth straight loss (AP)

The Dallas Mavericks have one of the best point guards in NBA history. The Washington Wizards have 21 losses in 25 games. On a night when Jason Kidd took over the game in the fourth quarter, the Wizards again imploded in the fourth. Kidd had 11 assists -- six in the game's final 6:05 as Dallas sent Washington to its sixth straight loss, 97-86 Sunday night.

Without Brand, 76ers top Wizards 109-103 (AP)

Even without Elton Brand, the Philadelphia 76ers were able to avoid becoming one of the unfortunate few to lose a game to the Washington Wizards. Lou Williams, coming off the bench to score a career high for the second straight game, had 26 points Friday night and the 76ers held on for a 109-103 victory over the hapless Wizards.

Iverson, Stuckey lead Pistons by Wizards (AP)

Allen Iverson crumpled to the floor early Wednesday night, but bounced back. So did the Detroit Pistons. Iverson left the game briefly after tweaking an ankle but returned to finish with 28 points on 10-for-16 shooting in the Pistons' third straight victory, 88-74 over the Washington Wizards. Rodney Stuckey added 18 points and matched his career high with 11 assists for Detroit, which went on a 12-3...

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...

Sixers win DiLeo's coaching debut
It had been 18 years since Tony DiLeo paced the sideline as a coach - and that came in another country. Though he couldn't revel in the circumstances of his elevation to coach of the Philadelphia 76ers because of his close relationship with Maurice Cheeks, the experience didn't seem any different. Elton Brand scored a season-high 27 points, leading Philadelphia to a 104-89 victory over the struggling Washington Wizards on Saturday night in DiLeo's coaching debut with the 76ers.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/484257122" height="1" width="1"/

Brand's 27 help DiLeo win 76ers' debut (AP)

Elton Brand scored a season-high 27 points, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 104-89 victory over the struggling Washington Wizards on Saturday night in Tony DiLeo's coaching debut. Lou Williams added 15 points, Thaddeus Young and Andre Iguodala each had 14, and Willie Green scored 13 for the Sixers, who snapped a three-game losing streak and improved to 10-14.

Celtics improve to franchise-best 21-2 (AP)

Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, Ray Allen and Doc Rivers can boast they accomplished something Bill Russell, Larry Bird, Bob Cousy and Red Auerbach never did when their Boston Celtics teams were ruling the NBA: open a season 21-2. Allen and Pierce scored 22 points apiece, Garnett nearly had a triple-double, and Boston beat the Washington Wizards 122-88 on Thursday night for a 13th consecutive victory...

Crittenton, James happy to join Wizards (AP)
Javaris Crittenton and Mike James might be the two happiest NBA players ever to join a last-place team. Both guards sounded thrilled to be cleared to play for the Washington Wizards about 1 1/2 hours before tipoff against the reigning champion Boston Celtics on Thursday night. So what if the Wizards entered the day an Eastern Conference-worst 4-15?

Wizards get James, Crittenton in three-team deal
The New Orleans Hornets sent veteran guard Mike James to Washington on Wednesday in exchange for Antonio Daniels as part of a three-team trade that returned a future first-round draft pick from the Wizards to the Memphis Grizzlies.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/481082474" height="1" width="1"/

Wizards get two guards in three-team trade
The Washington Wizards, Memphis Grizzlies and New Orleans Hornets have agreed to a three-team trade that will bring two new guards to the Gilbert Arenas-less Wizards.

Butler's 33 lead Wizards over Pistons (AP)

Surely there was no way this was happening again. The Washington Wizards, mired at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, were down 17 in the second quarter at home and showing no life whatsoever. It was enough to make a coach start pacing the bench. "I just walked down and said 'We're better than we're playing,"' coach Ed Tapscott said.

Celts on the verge of their best start (AP)
Larry Bird's Celtics never did it. Neither did Bob Cousy's. None of the franchise's 17 championship teams did it either. With a win Thursday night in Washington, the group led by Paul Pierce can do what never has been done in club history -- start a season with a 21-2 record. Coach Doc Rivers' response: a shrug of the shoulders.

Deng, Gordon power Bulls over Wizards (AP)

After missing three games with a hamstring injury and struggling with his shot, Luol Deng made it clear that he's back up to speed. Deng scored a season-high 26 points, and Ben Gordon added 21 to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Washington Wizards 117-110 on Saturday night. "I always have my confidence," Deng said.

Nets make 14 3s to rout Wolves 113-84 (AP)

Vince Carter scored 18 points, and Yi Jianlian and Devin Harris each had 16 to help the New Jersey Nets rout the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-84 on Friday night. Jarvis Hayes added 14 points, Keyon Dooling had 12, and Bobby Simmons and Brook Lopez had 11 each to help New Jersey rebound from a 108-88 home loss to Washington on Tuesday night.

Bryant lifts Lakers by Wizards 106-104 (AP)

On a poor shooting night, Kobe Bryant came through when the Los Angeles Lakers needed him the most. And then he nearly blew it about 10 seconds later. Bryant banked in a running 12-foot jumper over Caron Butler with 25 seconds left Friday night, then went 1-for-2 on foul shots 10 seconds later, but the best-in-the-West Lakers eked out a 106-104 victory over the worst-in-the-East Washington Wizards.

Roy helps Blazers to sixth straight win (AP)
Brandon Roy took over down the stretch Wednesday night, scoring 12 of his 22 points in the final 8 minutes to help Portland beat the Washington Wizards 98-92 and extend the Trail Blazers' winning streak to six games. The well-balanced Blazers put five players in double-figures: Roy, Greg Oden, LaMarcus Aldridge, Rudy Fernandez and Steve Blake.

Wizards earn first road win, beat Nets (AP)
DeShawn Stevenson knows why the Washington Wizards won their first road game of the season. "We passed the ball well and shot it well as a team," said Stevenson, who scored a season-best 21 points in the Wizards' 108-88 win over the New Jersey Nets Tuesday Night. "We shared the ball as a team and got open looks.

Wizards earn first road win, beat Nets (AP)
Caron Butler had 22 points and 10 assists, and DeShawn Stevenson added 21 to lead the Washington Wizards to an easy 108-88 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Tuesday night. The victory was the first road win of the season for the Wizards (3-12) and their first win over an Eastern Conference opponent after 11 straight losses.

Horford's late 3-point play lifts Hawks (AP)

Al Horford's three-point play with 12.4 seconds remaining broke a tie in the Atlanta Hawks' 102-98 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Washington's Caron Butler hit a 3-pointer with 1:10 to play to tie it at 98 after Atlanta had a 17-point lead early in the third quarter. Darius Songaila's turnover with 31.8 seconds left gave the ball to Atlanta.

Magic extend road win streak to 6 (AP)

Dwight Howard had 26 points, 14 rebounds and three blocks, and Hedo Turkoglu added 20 points and a season-high 10 rebounds to help the Orlando Magic beat the Washington Wizards 105-90 on Thursday night. Orlando has won eight of its last nine games and six in a row on the road. Caron Butler scored 19 of his 25 points in the first half for Washington, and Antawn Jamison had 17 points and 12 rebounds.

Tapscott giving Wizards new signature (AP)
After his first win as an NBA coach, Ed Tapscott congratulated his players in the Washington Wizards locker room by reciting the goals they had achieved. They had outrebounded the Golden State Warriors. They had held the Warriors to their season-average field goal percentage and below their average 3-point shooting percentage.

Wizards win Tapscott's debut as coach (AP)

Ed Tapscott's coaching debut with the Washington Wizards was much more successful than Jamal Crawford's playing debut with the Golden State Warriors. Coaching his first game of any sort since a spot on the bench in his daughter's youth league in 1993 -- "We won, but she complained about playing time," he said -- Tapscott juggled a few things Tuesday night and guided the Wizards to a 124-100...

Wizards fire Jordan after 1-10 start (AP)
Eddie Jordan was fired as coach of the Washington Wizards on Monday after opening the season 1-10 without injured starters Gilbert Arenas and Brendan Haywood. Ed Tapscott, the Wizards' director of player development, will replace Jordan on an interim basis, running his first practice as the team's new head coach Monday morning, a team spokesman said.

Wizards fire Jordan in sixth season after 1-10 start
The Washington Wizards have fired coach Eddie Jordan after a 1-10 start to the season.



Wizards fire Jordan after 1-10 start
The Washington Wizards have fired coach Eddie Jordan after a 1-10 start to the season. A team spokesman says Ed Tapscott will replace Jordan on an interim basis. Tapscott will run the Wizards' practice Monday.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/463999277" height="1" width="1"/

Richardson, Knicks drop Wizards to 1-10 (AP)

Two games in two nights, and only seven players available to run up and down the floor in Mike D'Antoni's system. That was enough for Quentin Richardson and the rest of the gutty New York Knicks. Richardson had 34 points and 12 rebounds in one of his best games since coming to New York, and the short-handed Knicks held on to beat the Washington Wizards 122-117 on Saturday night.

McGrady scores 14 in 4th as Rockets win (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 14 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, Yao Ming added 18 to win a battle of awesome wingspans, and the Houston Rockets added to the Washington Wizards' misery with a 103-91 victory Friday night. Quiet for most of the game, McGrady hit a pair of 3-pointers in a 9-0 run that wiped out a nine-point deficit and tied it with 7 minutes to play.

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.

Arenas: Last place isn't such a bad place to be
Gilbert Arenas is already thinking about the possibility of a last-place finish for his Washington Wizards -- and finding the silver lining.

Arenas: Last could be 'for the better' for Wizards
Gilbert Arenas is already thinking about the possibility of a last-place finish for his Washington Wizards - and finding the silver lining. With Arenas still working his way back from a third knee operation in 1 1/2 years, the Wizards are off to a 1-8 start heading into their game Friday against the Houston Rockets.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/460079494" height="1" width="1"/

Williams' late 3 lifts Hawks by Wizards (AP)

Injuries to Josh Smith and Al Horford left Marvin Williams as the only healthy starter on Atlanta's front line. Williams moved from small forward to power forward and showed he can play big when needed. Williams hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 26 seconds left and matched his career high with 14 rebounds, and the Hawks overcame Caron Butler's 32-point effort to beat the Washington Wizards 91-87 on...

Sprained ankle keeps Hawks' Horford out vs. Wiz
Hawks center Al Horford was held out of Wednesday night's game against the Washington Wizards with a sprained right ankle.

Hawks C Horford misses game vs. Wizards (AP)
Hawks center Al Horford was held out of Wednesday night's game against the Washington Wizards with a sprained right ankle. The decision was made after Horford tested the ankle in pregame warmups. "If I can't go at the level I try to play every night, I won't go because I won't be helping the team," Horford said.

Wade shakes off ankle injury, Heat win (AP)

Dwyane Wade had 19 points, 10 assists and six rebounds Tuesday night, and the Miami Heat caught a couple of breaks in the final minutes to beat the struggling Washington Wizards 94-87. Wade, who played despite rolling his ankle in a loss at Toronto on Sunday, led six players in double figures as the Heat beat the Wizards for the second time in five days and celebrated a rare road victory.

Wade misses practice with sprained ankle
Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade sat out practice Monday to get treatment on a sprained right ankle. Wade, the NBA's second-leading scorer at 27.9 points per game, is listed as a game-time decision in Miami's matchup in Washington on Tuesday. He has played through similar slight sprains in the past. Wade got hurt during the third quarter of Sunday's 107-96 loss to the Toronto Raptors, but was able to complete the game.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/456541760" height="1" width="1"/

Heat ride Wade to rout Wizards 97-77 (AP)

Dwyane Wade scored 24 points before taking the fourth quarter off, and the Miami Heat held Washington without a field goal for 9 minutes in the second half on the way to an easy 97-77 victory over the Wizards on Friday night. Michael Beasley scored 19 points for Miami (5-4), which needed 20 games to hit the five-win mark last season.

Wizards earn first win, beat Jazz 95-87 (AP)

This was, remember, Game 6 of 82, an early step in a long journey. Yet there was Caron Butler, near center court, animatedly pulling off his jersey and waving it at the final horn, celebrating a victory as though it truly meant a lot to him. Moments earlier, as Butler and fellow All-Star Antawn Jamison were combining for 20 fourth-quarter points, there were their Washington Wizards teammates, up...

Heat F Marion misses second straight game
Heat forward Shawn Marion was held out of Miami's game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night because of continued problems with a strained groin. Marion was injured in Saturday's loss at New Orleans. He sat out Miami's win over New Jersey on Monday and got treatment again nearly until game time Wednesday with hopes of playing against the Blazers. Yakhouba Diawara started again in Marion's place. Marion could return Friday when Miami hosts Washington.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/451289001" height="1" width="1"/

Howard helps Magic win fourth straight (AP)

Dwight Howard had a season-high 31 points and 16 rebounds and also blocked three shots to help the Orlando Magic win their fourth straight game, 106-81 over the winless Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Howard, who leads the NBA in blocked shots, hit 11 of 13 shots and nine of 14 free throws. Mickael Pietrus added 18 points, and Keith Bogans had 13 for Orlando (4-2).

Bucks rally past winless Wizards in OT (AP)
Richard Jefferson scored 32 points and rookie Luc Richard Mbah a Moute added 17, making up for a missed chance in regulation and rallying the Milwaukee Bucks to a 112-104 overtime victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. Mbah a Moute, a second-round pick, missed a shot that would have won it at the buzzer after Milwaukee overcame a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit.

Bucks sharpshooter Redd (ankle) out vs. Wizards
Milwaukee guard Michael Redd missed the Bucks' game Wednesday night against the Washington Wizards because of a sprained right ankle.

Carter gets Nets by Arenas-less Wizards (AP)
Vince Carter scored 21 points to lead his rebuilding New Jersey Nets to a 95-85 season-opening victory Wednesday night over a Washington Wizards team missing Gilbert Arenas. Carter -- whose teammates elected him the Nets' captain, coach Lawrence Frank announced before the game -- made a 16-foot fadeaway jumper over Caron Butler to put the visitors ahead 90-82 with a minute left and effectively...

Wizards' Thomas back from heart surgery (AP)
Etan Thomas is a strong man with strong opinions, a politically active poet with an awesome set of dreadlocks. Throughout his NBA career, there was never a reason to question his desire, his passion, his heart. So it was both humbling and ironic a year ago when, on the eve of training camp, doctors informed the Washington Wizards center that he needed open-heart surgery.

Nets C Boone back at work after rapid heartbeat
New Jersey Nets center Josh Boone returned to practice on Monday after missing more than a week because of a rapid heartbeat. Boone met with coach Lawrence Frank after the workout and said he will be ready for Wednesday's regular-season opener at Washington. "I don't know if I'm starting or not, so I guess we'll see on Wednesday. I really don't know," said Boone, who said his stamina was good despite the layoff.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/434120533" height="1" width="1"/

James scores 26 as Cavs rout Wizards (AP)

LeBron James had a preseason-high 26 points, Mo Williams added 15 and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Washington Wizards 107-80 on Friday night in the exhibition finale for both teams. The Cavaliers (3-5) had their highest scoring total of the preseason and committed only nine turnovers in the game at Ohio State's Value City Arena.

Dancer injured during preseason game
A member of the Cleveland Cavaliers' dance squad was taken off the court on a stretcher after landing on the side of his face while attempting a stunt during a preseason game against the Washington Wizards. Following the injury Friday night, members of both teams gathered near the scorers table and bowed their heads. The crowd was silent. The game was held up for more than 10 minutes as medical personnel attended to the injured performer before wheeling him off the court.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/431323158" height="1" width="1"/

Seattle mayor: 'Door is open' to new NBA team
Greg Nickels said he hasn't spoken to anyone with the NBA since the SuperSonics left Seattle in the summer, but the Seattle mayor feels "the door is open" to the league returning to what would be a remodeled KeyArena. Nickels said Seattle has already presented the outline of a new plan to Washington state lawmakers, seeking to authorize the use of local tax revenues currently going to the Washington state convention center in Seattle.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/427697751" height="1" width="1"/

Nickels thinks door is still open for NBA's return
Greg Nickels said he hasn't spoken to anyone with the NBA since the SuperSonics left Seattle in the summer, but the Seattle mayor feels "the door is open" to the league returning to what would be a remodeled KeyArena. Nickels said Seattle has already presented the outline of a new plan to Washington state lawmakers, seeking to authorize the use of local tax revenues currently going to the Washington state convention center in Seattle.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/427253518" height="1" width="1"/

Seattle mayor still eyeing NBA's return (AP)
Greg Nickels said he hasn't spoken to anyone with the NBA since the SuperSonics left Seattle in the summer, but the Seattle mayor feels "the door is open" to the league returning to what would be a remodeled KeyArena. Nickels said Seattle has already presented the outline of a new plan to Washington state lawmakers, seeking to authorize the use of local tax revenues currently going to the...

Hornets beat Wizards again in Europe (AP)
Life without Gilbert Arenas isn't getting any easier for the Washington Wizards, who dropped their second straight European exhibition game to the New Orleans Hornets, 102-80 in Barcelona on Friday. Melvin Ely had 19 points and eight rebounds and Chris Paul added 10 points and eight assists to help the Hornets wrap up the NBA's annual preseason tour of Europe with another strong performance.

Wizards' Haywood in cast, out up to six months
The Washington Wizards say starting center Brendan Haywood could miss up to six months while recovering from surgery on his right wrist.

Kings exercise option on Hawes
The Sacramento Kings exercised their contract option on Thursday for center Spencer Hawes for the 2009-10 season. Hawes, the 10th overall pick out of Washington in the 2007 draft, averaged 4.7 points and 3.2 rebounds as a rookie last season. He is expected to back up Brad Miller this fall. Hawes will make $2.18 million this season, and about $2.33 million in 2009-10.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/423037283" height="1" width="1"/

Stern: NBA ready for economic downturn (AP)
NBA commissioner David Stern said Tuesday that the league is well-positioned to deal with any fallout from the global economic turmoil after cutting 80 jobs. "In anticipation of a slowdown we had stared cutting our work force a bit," Stern said before the New Orleans Hornets played the Washington Wizards in a preseason game at the O2 World arena.

Stern says NBA prepared for economic downturn
NBA commissioner David Stern said Tuesday that the league is well-positioned to deal with any fallout from the global economic turmoil after cutting 80 jobs. "In anticipation of a slowdown we had stared cutting our work force a bit," Stern said before the New Orleans Hornets played the Washington Wizards in a preseason game at the O2 World arena. "It's our sense we should be very prudent in expending our work force because we have to see what the economy holds.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/420817397" height="1" width="1"/

Hornets, Wizards set to play in Berlin (AP)
From Beijing to Berlin, All-Star point guard Chris Paul is getting a firsthand look at the globalization of basketball. Paul, who won a gold medal with the U.S. national team at the Olympics in August, leads the New Orleans Hornets against the Washington Wizards in an NBA preseason game Tuesday in the German capital.

Wizards' injury woes continue (AP)
In recent seasons, the Washington Wizards could be described as injury plagued. Those woes have continued this preseason. Not only is star guard Gilbert Arenas not available for at least the first month of the season due to surgery on his left knee, but starting center Brendan Haywood is scheduled for surgery to repair torn ligaments in his injured right wrist next week.

Report: Wizards' Haywood could miss 4-6 months
Washington Wizards center Brendan Haywood will have surgery for a torn ligament in his right wrist, but may be out four to six months, according to reports in the Washington, D.C., area papers.

Wizards' Jamison suffers knee strain (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki and Brandon Bass each scored 17 points to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 108-82 victory over the injury-depleted Washington Wizards on Tuesday night in the preseason opener for both teams. Wizards forward Antawn Jamison left in the first quarter with a right knee injury and did not return.

Wizards' Jamison helped off floor with knee injury
Washington Wizards forward Antawn Jamison left his team's preseason opener against the Dallas Mavericks with a sprained right knee.

Jamison leaves preseason opener with knee injury
Washington Wizards forward Antawn Jamison left his team's preseason opener against the Dallas Mavericks with a sprained right knee. Jamison's leg buckled while playing defense midway through the first quarter Tuesday night, and he had to be helped to the locker room by teammates. A team spokesman said Jamison was out for the rest of the game. The two-time All-Star averaged 21.4 points and 10.2 rebounds in 79 games for the Wizards last season.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/414332324" height="1" width="1"/

Haywood to have injured wrist examined
Washington Wizards center Brendan Haywood will have his sprained right wrist examined by a specialist in New York City on Wednesday. Haywood was injured last week at training camp and was ruled out of Tuesday night's preseason opener against the Dallas Mavericks. Haywood averaged 10.6 points and 7.2 rebounds in 80 games for the Wizards last season. The Wizards are also without guard Gilbert Arenas, who's expected to miss several months with a left knee injury. Arenas, who averaged 28.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/414304985" height="1" width="1"/

Wizards' Haywood to have injured wrist examined
Washington Wizards center Brendan Haywood will have his sprained right wrist examined by a specialist in New York City on Wednesday.

Wizards C Haywood to have wrist examined (AP)
Washington Wizards center Brendan Haywood will have his sprained right wrist examined by a specialist in New York City on Wednesday. Haywood was injured last week at training camp and was ruled out of Tuesday night's preseason opener against the Dallas Mavericks. Haywood averaged 10.6 points and 7.2 rebounds in 80 games for the Wizards last season.

Arenas skips Wizards media day
Gilbert Arenas and the Washington Wizards were both fined $15,000 by the NBA on Friday after he ducked out of the team's annual preseason media day, avoiding any discussion of his third left knee operation in 1frac12; years. The All-Star point guard was the only Wizards player not made available to reporters at the team's arena on Friday. A Wizards spokesman said Arenas will address the media Saturday, when the team opens training camp in Richmond, Va.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/403993985" height="1" width="1"/

Wiz's confidence still high despite Arenas surgery
The prospect of a month or two -- or who knows how long? -- without Gilbert Arenas has not dimmed the expectations of the men who run the Washington Wizards.

Dixon returns to Wizards with free-agent deal
The Washington Wizards signed free-agent guard Juan Dixon on Tuesday. Dixon's deal returns him to the team that drafted him after he led Maryland to the 2002 NCAA championship. Dixon played his first three pro seasons with the Wizards. He has also been with Portland, Toronto and Detroit, averaging 8.9 points, 1.7 assists and 1.9 rebounds over six seasons.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/401164609" height="1" width="1"/

G Dixon returns to Wizards (AP)
Guard Juan Dixon signed a free-agent contract with the Washington Wizards on Tuesday, returning to the team that drafted him after he led Maryland to an NCAA title. Dixon played his first three NBA seasons with the Wizards, from 2002-03 to 2004-05. He has also been with Portland, Toronto and Detroit, averaging 8.9 points, 1.7 assists and 1.9 rebounds over six seasons.

Grunfeld, Jordan discuss life without Arenas
The prospect of a month or two - or who knows how long? - without Gilbert Arenas has not dimmed the expectations of the men who run the Washington Wizards. Sitting side by side Tuesday, president Ernie Grunfeld and coach Eddie Jordan made clear they expect their team to make the playoffs for a fifth consecutive season. Grunfeld's stated goal is to earn home-court advantage for the first round.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/401164610" height="1" width="1"/

Wizards pick up one-year option for coach Jordan
The Washington Wizards picked up a one-year option for coach Eddie Jordan on Monday, keeping him under contract through the 2009-10 season.

Wiz pick up option on coach Jordan's contract
The Washington Wizards picked up a one-year option for coach Eddie Jordan on Monday, keeping him under contract through the 2009-10 season. Jordan is the Wizards' most successful coach since the 1980s, leading the team to four consecutive playoff appearances. He is the Eastern Conference's longest tenured coach and is third in the NBA behind Jerry Sloan of the Utah Jazz and Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/400230654" height="1" width="1"/

Wizards pick up option on coach Jordan (AP)
The Washington Wizards picked up a one-year option for coach Eddie Jordan on Monday, keeping him under contract through the 2009-10 season. Jordan is the Wizards' most successful coach since the 1980s, leading the team to four consecutive playoff appearances. He is the Eastern Conference's longest tenured coach and is third in the NBA behind Jerry Sloan of the Utah Jazz and Gregg Popovich of the...

Wizards sign 3 free-agent forwards (AP)
The Washington Wizards signed free-agent forwards DerMarr Johnson, Linton Johnson and Taj McCullough on Monday, bringing the team's training camp roster to 17. The three will have "a chance to compete for a roster spot," team president Ernie Grunfeld said. DerMarr Johnson has played for the Hawks, Knicks, Nuggets and Spurs in seven NBA seasons, averaging 6.2 points and 2.2 rebounds.

Arenas out until Dec. or Jan. after knee operation
Gilbert Arenas had a third operation on his bothersome left knee Wednesday morning, once again throwing into doubt his status for the Washington Wizards' upcoming season.

Arenas has knee operation, will miss first month
Gilbert Arenas has had yet another operation on his bothersome left knee. The Washington Wizards point guard had an arthroscopic procedure Wednesday morning. The team ruled him out only for the start of training camp, but he told The Washington Post that he won't return until early December. The surgery is the third on the knee in 17 months for Arenas, who missed 69 regular season games last season and had to shut himself down in the playoffs.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/395439181" height="1" width="1"/

Weaver signs multiyear contract with Oklahoma City
Guard Kyle Weaver, a second-round draft pick, signed a multiyear contract Wednesday with Oklahoma City. Weaver was selected 38th in June by Charlotte but didn't sign with the Bobcats before being traded to Oklahoma City earlier this month for a second-round choice in next year's draft. Weaver averaged 12.2 points last season as a senior at Washington State. No other terms were released.

Celtics sign 2nd-rounder, K-State star Walker
The Celtics have signed second-round draft pick Bill Walker. Celtics general manager Danny Ainge praised Walker's "hard work and skill development" over the summer in announcing the signing Friday. Boston obtained the rights to the 6-foot-6 forward out of Kansas State for cash after he was chosen with the 47th pick by Washington in this year's NBA draft. Walker had minor arthroscopic surgery on his right knee last month after injuring it in a pre-draft workout in June.

Celtics sign 2nd-round pick F Walker (AP)
The Celtics have signed second-round draft pick Bill Walker. Celtics general manager Danny Ainge praised Walker's "hard work and skill development" over the summer in announcing the signing Friday. Boston obtained the rights to the 6-foot-6 forward out of Kansas State for cash after he was chosen with the 47th pick by Washington in this year's NBA draft.

Roy to have surgery to repair torn meniscus
Portland Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy will have arthroscopic knee surgery to repair a tear in the meniscus of his left knee. Am MRI, taken Tuesday revealed the tear, the team said Wednesday. Surgery is scheduled for Thursday. Trail Blazers team physician Dr. Don Roberts will perform the surgery at Southwest Washington Regional Surgery Center in Vancouver, Wash.

Trail Blazers G Roy to have knee surgery (AP)
Portland Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy will have arthroscopic knee surgery to repair a tear in the meniscus of his left knee. Am MRI, taken Tuesday revealed the tear, the team said Wednesday. Surgery is scheduled for Thursday. Trail Blazers team physician Dr. Don Roberts will perform the surgery at Southwest Washington Regional Surgery Center in Vancouver, Wash.

Hornets add Europe games to preseason schedule
The New Orleans Hornets will play seven preseason games prior to their season opener at Golden State in late October, including two games in Europe as part of NBA Europe Live. The Hornets take on the Washington Wizards on October 14 at the O2 World in Berlin, Germany. The game will be one of the first major sporting events held at the arena, which opened last fall. The team will close out NBA Europe Live on October 17 at the Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona, Spain.

Hornets to play two preseason games in Europe
The New Orleans Hornets will play seven preseason games prior to their season opener at Golden State in late October, including two games in Europe as part of NBA Europe Live. The Hornets take on the Washington Wizards on October 14 at the O2 World in Berlin, Germany. The game will be one of the first major sporting events held at the arena, which opened last fall. The team will close out NBA Europe Live on October 17 at the Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona, Spain.

Hornets have 2 preseason games in Europe (AP)
The New Orleans Hornets will play seven preseason games prior to their season opener at Golden State in late October, including two games in Europe as part of NBA Europe Live. The Hornets take on the Washington Wizards on October 14 at the O2 World in Berlin, Germany. The game will be one of the first major sporting events held at the arena, which opened last fall.

Bobcats trade G Weaver to Oklahoma City (AP)
The Charlotte Bobcats have traded second-round pick Kyle Weaver to Oklahoma City for a second-round choice in next year's draft. The guard was the 38th overall pick in June after averaging 12.2 points as a senior at Washington State. Weaver averaged 6.2 points in five games for Charlotte in the Las Vegas summer league, but faced stiff competition to make Charlotte's regular-season roster.

Arenas signs six-year, $111 million deal with Wiz
Gilbert Arenas signed his six-year, $111 million contract with the Washington Wizards on Sunday, securing the return of a franchise player who is accepting less money than he was offered.

Wizards sign Arenas to six years, $111 million
Gilbert Arenas signed his six-year, $111 million contract with the Washington Wizards on Sunday, securing the return of a franchise player who is accepting less money than he was offered. Arenas and the Wizards agreed to the deal July 3, but both sides waited until Arenas returned from an overseas trip to settle the details. "Today is a great day for the Wizards organization," team president Ernie Grunfeld said.

G Mason signs 2-year deal with San Antonio
Free agent guard Roger Mason signed with the San Antonio Spurs on Friday. The Spurs didn't disclose terms of the deal, but Mason's agent, Mark Bartelstein, told The Associated Press on Thursday that Mason signed a two-year contract for "just a little less than" $8 million. On Thursday, Bartelstein said the team had come to an agreement with Mason. Mason spent the last two seasons with the Washington Wizards. Last season, the 6-foot-5 guard averaged a career-high 9.1 points and 1.

Mason, Spurs reach deal, agent says
The San Antonio Spurs and unrestricted free agent Roger Mason have agreed to terms on a two-year deal worth more than $7 million, Mason's agent said Thursday. "We've got a deal done," Mark Bartelstein told The Associated Press by phone. Mason, a 6-foot-5 guard, averaged a career-high 9.1 points and 1.7 assists in 80 games last season with the Washington Wizards. He played in a reserve role for all but nine games. In his previous season with the Wizards, Mason averaged 2.7 points.

Agent: Mason, Spurs agree to 2-year deal (AP)
The San Antonio Spurs and unrestricted free agent Roger Mason have agreed to terms on a two-year deal worth more than $7 million, Mason's agent said Thursday. "We've got a deal done," Mark Bartelstein told The Associated Press by phone. Mason, a 6-foot-5 guard, averaged a career-high 9.1 points and 1.7 assists in 80 games last season with the Washington Wizards.

Wizards sign Brown to offer sheet, Jazz can match
Dee Brown was signed to an offer sheet Thursday by the Washington Wizards after spending last season in Turkey.

Wizards sign PG Dee Brown to offer sheet (AP)
Dee Brown was signed to an offer sheet Thursday by the Washington Wizards after spending last season in Turkey. The Utah Jazz, who retained Brown's NBA rights while he was overseas, have seven days to match the offer. "Dee is a player who can bring quickness and energy to our team," Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld said.

Nevada C McGee signs rookie deal with Wizards
First-round draft pick Javale McGee signed a two-year, $2.4 million deal with the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.

Reports: Arenas takes less money to stay with Wiz
Gilbert Arenas has agreed to re-sign with the Washington Wizards for $111 million over six years, essentially taking millions less so that his team could have more financial flexibility, two newspapers reported Thursday. Arenas told the Washington Times and Washington Post that he was offered a maximum deal in the neighborhood of $127 million on Tuesday, the first day of the free agency period.

Reports: Arenas, Wizards agree to $111M deal
Gilbert Arenas has agreed to re-sign with the Washington Wizards for $111 million over six years, essentially taking millions less so that his team could have more financial flexibility, two newspapers reported Thursday.

76ers name former GM Nash scout (AP)
The Philadelphia 76ers hired former general manager John Nash as a pro personnel scout Tuesday. Nash was working as a basketball analyst on local cable, and will now provide analysis and reports on players and teams throughout the NBA for the Sixers. Nash was a general manager with the 76ers, the Washington Bullets, New Jersey Nets and Portland Trail Blazers.

Jamison resigns with Wizards for 4 years, $50M
Two-time All-Star forward Antawn Jamison has re-signed with the Washington Wizards, agreeing to a four-year, $50 million deal. Jamison told The Associated Press there wasn't any doubt in his mind that he would return to the Wizards. He traveled from North Carolina to Washington on Monday to sign the deal. The contract clears the way for the team to focus on its other major free agent: three-time All-Star Gilbert Arenas.

Jamison signs 4-yr, $50M deal to stay with Wizards
Two-time All-Star forward Antawn Jamison has re-signed with the Washington Wizards, agreeing to a four-year, $50 million deal. Jamison told The Associated Press there wasn't any doubt in his mind that he would return to the Wizards. He traveled from North Carolina to Washington on Monday to sign the deal. The contract clears the way for the team to focus on its other major free agent: three-time All-Star Gilbert Arenas.

Wizards, Jamison agree to 4 years, $50M (AP)
Two-time All-Star forward Antawn Jamison has re-signed with the Washington Wizards, agreeing to a four-year, $50 million deal. Jamison told The Associated Press there wasn't any doubt in his mind that he would return to the Wizards. He traveled from North Carolina to Washington on Monday to sign the deal.

Report: Wizards may offer Arenas more than $100M
The Washington Wizards plan to offer free agent Gilbert Arenas a long-term contract that could be worth more than $100 million, according to the Washington Post.

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Pistons hire 3 assistant coaches
New Detroit Pistons coach Michael Curry has selected Darrell Walker, Pat Sullivan and Harold Ellis as assistants. Walker is a former coach of the Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards. He has been an assistant coach with the New Orleans Hornets since the 2004-2005 season. Sullivan has spent the last three seasons as an assistant coach with the New Jersey Nets. Ellis has been minor league coordinator with the Atlanta Hawks for the past six seasons.

Pistons coach Curry hires 3 assistants (AP)
New Detroit Pistons coach Michael Curry has selected Darrell Walker, Pat Sullivan and Harold Ellis as assistants. Walker is a former coach of the Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards. He has been an assistant coach with the New Orleans Hornets since the 2004-2005 season. Sullivan has spent the last three seasons as an assistant coach with the New Jersey Nets.

Wizards' Arenas opts out of final year of contract
Gilbert Arenas lived up to his word and opted out of the final year of his contract, the Washington Wizards said Monday. The move had been long expected. Arenas has repeatedly said he would forgo the final year of his six-year, $65 million deal so that he could re-sign with the team for an even larger amount. Arenas can begin negotiating with any team on July 1.

As expected, Wizards' Arenas opts out of contract
Gilbert Arenas lived up to his word and opted out of the final year of his contract, the Washington Wizards said Monday.

Wizards F Blatche faces traffic charges (AP)
Washington Wizards forward Andray Blatche was charged with reckless driving and driving on a suspended license after a traffic stop. Police stopped Blanche's car Wednesday morning on Interstate 85 in southern Virginia. He was driving 86 mph in a 70-mph zone, police said. The officer arrested Blatche because of the suspended license.

Report: Wizards' Blatche arrested on auto charges
Washington Wizards forward Andray Blatche reportedly was arrested in Virginia on Wednesday and charged with reckless driving and operating a vehicle with a suspended license.

Blatche arrested on traffic charges
Washington Wizards forward Andray Blatche was charged with reckless driving and driving on a suspended license after a traffic stop. Police stopped Blanche's car Wednesday morning on Interstate 85 in southern Virginia. He was driving 86 mph in a 70-mph zone, police said. The officer arrested Blatche because of the suspended license. Blatche posted $2,500 bond and was released.

Collins considering Bulls' coaching job (AP)
CHICAGO (AP)-- Doug Collins talked with the Chicago Bulls about returning to the team as coach, but said Thursday there is no agreement. Known for his emotional style, Collins also coached the Detroit Pistons and the Washington Wizards. The Bulls had been interested in Mike D'Antoni before he took the New York Knicks job.

Fans flock to Papa John's for 23-cent pizzas
Maybe Cleveland Cavaliers fans can hope for cheap gas if an oil company insults All-Star LeBron James. Lines were so long Thursday at some of the 86 Papa John's stores offering a large, one-topping pizza for 23 cents that police stood nearby to make sure people didn't get unruly. The Louisville, Ky.-based company agreed to the offer after a franchisee in Washington, D.C., made T-shirts calling star LeBron James a "crybaby.

James' fans wait for 23-cent pizzas (AP)
Maybe Cleveland Cavaliers fans can hope for cheap gas if an oil company insults All-Star LeBron James. Lines were so long Thursday at some of the 86 Papa John's stores offering a large, one-topping pizza for 23 cents that police stood nearby to make sure people didn't get unruly. The Louisville, Ky.-based company agreed to the offer after a franchisee in Washington, D.C., made T-shirts calling star...

Wizards GM hopes to keep both Jamison, Arenas
Not surprisingly, Gilbert Arenas' blog was the first topic of conversation at Washington Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld "state of the team" news conference Thursday.

Wiz want to bring back Jamison, Arenas
Not surprisingly, Gilbert Arenas' blog was the first topic of conversation at Washington Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld "state of the team" news conference Thursday. Grunfeld shrugged, smiled and took in stride Arenas' insistence via the Internet that he won't return to the Wizards if forward Antawn Jamison doesn't. "We're on the same page, then. Because we want to sign Antawn. We want to sign Gilbert," Grunfeld said. "I kind of liked it. He's supportive of his teammate.

Wizards' Arenas links return to Jamison (AP)

Not surprisingly, Gilbert Arenas' blog was the first topic of conversation at Washington Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld "state of the team" news conference Thursday. Grunfeld shrugged, smiled and took in stride Arenas' insistence via the Internet that he won't return to the Wizards if forward Antawn Jamison doesn't.

Agent Zero says he won't return if Jamison doesn't
Gilbert Arenas insists he won't return to the Washington Wizards if forward Antawn Jamison isn't re-signed by the team.

Wizards make re-signing Arenas, Jamison priority
There is no use speculating whether Gilbert Arenas and Antawn Jamison will return to the Washington Wizards next season. If the attitudes expressed Sunday are any indication, their futures with the team are a foregone conclusion.

Wizards could have same look next season (AP)
There is no use speculating whether Gilbert Arenas and Antawn Jamison will return to the Washington Wizards next season. If the attitudes expressed Sunday are any indication, their futures with the team are a foregone conclusion. "I think it will be the case," forward Caron Butler said. "I'm almost positive that it will be the case, that Gil and Antawn will be back in a Wizards uniform next year."...

Wizards must decide on Arenas, Jamison (AP)
The Washington Wizards sang a familiar tune in the aftermath of a third consecutive first-round series loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The words were almost cut-and-paste from a year ago. "Who knows what happens if we have a healthy team?" point guard Antonio Daniels said. "If we was whole, who knows what would have happened?" All-Star forward Caron Butler said.

Wizards' Songaila suspended for Game 6 (AP)
Washington Wizards reserve forward Darius Songaila was suspended by the NBA for Game 6 of a playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night for hitting LeBron James in the face with his hand. Songaila, averaging 5.8 points and 2.6 rebounds in 15.4 minutes during the series, and Wizards coach Eddie Jordan have said the contact was accidental.

NBA suspends Songaila for 1 game
Washington Wizards reserve forward Darius Songaila has been suspended one game for striking Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James in the face with his hand, and will sit out Friday night's Game 6 of the playoff series. Songaila hit James in the first period of Washington's 88-87 win over the Cavaliers on Wednesday in Game 5. The suspension was announced Friday by NBA executive vice president Stu Jackson.

James helps Cavs finish off Wizards in 6 (AP)

LeBron James was everywhere and did a little bit of everything. And, just as he seems to do every spring, he led the Cleveland Cavaliers past the Washington Wizards in the first round of the playoffs. James compiled 27 points, 13 rebounds and 13 assists for his third career playoff triple-double, all the while helping slow Caron Butler at the defensive end, and the Cavaliers beat the Wizards 105-88...

Wizards tone down talk, focus on Cavs (AP)
Shhhhh! That, essentially, was what Washington Wizards co-captains Caron Butler and Antawn Jamison told teammates. Be quiet off the court, and play better on it against LeBron James' Cleveland Cavaliers. Tellingly, neither DeShawn Stevenson nor Brendan Haywood met with the media horde after the Wizards' brief practice and video session Thursday.

James' missed layup keeps Wizards alive (AP)

Caron Butler saved Washington's season. Butler made a layup with 3.9 seconds left and the Wizards held their breath as LeBron James missed a potential series-ending layup at the horn, giving Washington an 88-87 victory Wednesday night and adding at least one more game to this overheated NBA playoff series.

Arenas says he's done for season
Gilbert Arenas says he won't play again this season because of problems with his surgically repaired knee. Arenas announced the decision Wednesday just before Game 5 of the Washington Wizards' first-round playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The three-time All-Star missed the past two days of practice then decided along with the team trainer that he would not play again this season.

James confident Cavs can oust Wizards (AP)
LeBron James whistled an unrecognizable tune -- no, it wasn't one of Jay-Z's -- as he practiced free throws. He seemed blissfully serene. Staying that way will be tough. He's got to go at least one more round with the Washington Wizards. A target of taunts and physical abuse almost since the opening tip in Game 1, James and the Cavaliers can eliminate the Wizards from the playoffs for the third...

Celtics' Pierce, Wizards' Stevenson fined by league
Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce and Washington Wizards guard DeShawn Stevenson were each fined $25,000 by the NBA for making "menacing gestures" in playoff games this weekend.

Pierce, Stevenson each fined $25,000 (AP)
Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce and Washington Wizards guard DeShawn Stevenson were each fined $25,000 by the NBA for making "menacing gestures" in playoff games this weekend. Pierce was sanctioned for flashing a hand gesture toward Al Horford and attempting to stare him down in the fourth quarter of the Celtics' 102-93 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday.

Wiz C Haywood to LeBron: 'This is the playoffs'
Overrated hasn't worked. Now one of the Washington Wizards is calling LeBron James another name: Crybaby. Following Cleveland's 100-97 win in Game 4 on Sunday, James, who has absorbed two flagrant fouls in this rough-and-tumble playoff series and has been banged around by the Wizards, was asked about Washington's tough-guy tactics. "I guess that's what they want to do," he said, "hurt LeBron James in this series. It's not working." On Monday, Wizards center Brendan Haywood, countered.

Haywood to LeBron: Stop whining and play ball
Overrated hasn't worked. Now one of the Washington Wizards is calling LeBron James another name: Crybaby.

Haywood: James should stop complaining (AP)

Overrated hasn't worked. Now one of the Washington Wizards is calling LeBron James another name: Crybaby. Following Cleveland's 100-97 win in Game 4 on Sunday, James, who has absorbed two flagrant fouls in this rough-and-tumble playoff series and has been banged around by the Wizards, was asked about Washington's tough-guy tactics.

Cavs top Wizards 100-97, lead series 3-1 (AP)

King James got his crown knocked off, was booed every time he touched the ball, went 0-for-3 in the fourth quarter and passed up a chance to take the winning shot. And his Cleveland Cavaliers still beat the Washington Wizards. LeBron James had 34 points and 12 rebounds, and dished the ball to Delonte West for a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 5.4 seconds left Sunday, helping the Cavaliers get past the...

Cavaliers-Wizards
Delonte West's three-pointer with 5.4 seconds left was the game-winner as the Cavaliers took a 3-1 series lead over Washington.

Arenas hurts knee again after return to starting lineup
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas, starting for the first time since November, left the game after injuring his surgically repaired knee in the first half Thursday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Arenas walked off the court late in the first half of the Wizards' 108-72 victory with an obvious limp. He has a bone bruise and possibly a pinched nerve in his left knee and is listed as day-to-day. Coach Eddie Jordan said Arenas will have therapy on the knee.

Celtics trying not to be overconfident (AP)
Wonder who the Boston Celtics will face in the second round of the NBA playoffs: Cleveland and LeBron James, or Washington and gimpy Gilbert Arenas? Uhhhh, hold that thought. We're getting a little ahead of ourselves. Yes, the Celtics have looked unstoppable in the first two games of their series against the Atlanta Hawks, winning by an average of 21 points.

Arenas hoping to play Game 4 despite gimpy knee
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is optimistic he will play in Sunday's Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, although the latest setback with his knee means his role could be more limited.

Arenas expects to play in Game 4 for Wizards
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is optimistic he will play in Sunday's Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, although the latest setback with his knee means his role could be more limited. Arenas started and played only 10 minutes in Washington's Game 3 victory Thursday night. He limped off the court in the second quarter and did not return.

Wizards rip Cavs to trim deficit to 2-1 (AP)

LeBron James went up for the shot and had the ball stripped cleanly by Caron Butler, who went the length of the court for a dunk that gave the Washington Wizards a 29-point lead. That's right. No contact on the play. Even James couldn't call it "Hack-a-Bron." James was beaten on the play and he knew it, much the same way his Cleveland Cavaliers beaten soundly by the Washington Wizards, 108-72 on...

Stern: Ejection for foul on LeBron was 'good call'
NBA commissioner David Stern said he agreed with the decision to eject Brendan Haywood for a hard foul on LeBron James in Game 2 of the first-round playoff series between the Washington Wizards and Cleveland Cavaliers.

Stern: Ejection of Haywood a 'good call' (AP)
NBA commissioner David Stern said he agreed with the decision to eject Brendan Haywood for a hard foul on LeBron James in Game 2 of the first-round playoff series between the Washington Wizards and Cleveland Cavaliers. "It was a good call," Stern said Thursday night before Game 3. "He didn't make a play on the ball.

Wizards, Cavs continue physical series (AP)
Two days after hosting its final hockey game of the season, the Verizon Center will be the site for Thursday's Game 3 between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Washington Wizards. Given all the rough stuff that went on in Games 1 and 2, maybe the work crews should just leave the ice uncovered and let LeBron James and Co.

Haywood not suspended for LeBron shove (AP)

Washington Wizards center Brendan Haywood was so steamed over his lack of playing time in last year's playoffs series against the Cleveland Cavaliers that he left the court before the final game was over and removed the nameplate above his locker. In this year's rematch, Haywood has very much made a name for himself.

Haywood avoids suspension over hard foul
Washington Wizards center Brendan Haywood was so steamed over his lack of playing time in last year's playoffs series against the Cleveland Cavaliers that he left the court before the final game was over and removed the nameplate above his locker. In this year's rematch, Haywood has very much made a name for himself. In highlight shows across the land, he's The Man Who Shoved LeBron James. "I've been criticized normally for not fouling," Haywood said. "This is actually different ground for me.

Report: No suspension for Haywood on LeBron foul
Brendan Haywood will not be suspended by the NBA for his foul on LeBron James during Washington's Game 2 loss to the Cavaliers, The Washington Post reported on its Web site.

Arenas expected to play Game 2 with wrist sprain
Washington guard Gilbert Arenas is expected to play in Game 2 of the Wizards' series against the Cavaliers on Monday night despite a sprained right wrist.

Arenas expected to play with sore wrist
Washington guard Gilbert Arenas is expected to play in Game 2 of the Wizards' series against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night despite a sprained right wrist. Arenas scored 24 points in the opener, but apparently hurt his wrist in the fourth quarter while fouling LeBron James. Arenas was already slowed by a surgically repaired knee. He participated in Monday's shootaround with a wrap on his wrist.

James' 30 help Cavs rip Wizards 116-86 (AP)

Maybe Gilbert Arenas was talking about some other Cavaliers. The Cleveland team he and the Washington Wizards faced Monday night doesn't look so beatable. LeBron James scored 30 points, Zydrunas Ilgauskas added 16, and the Cavaliers played their best game in months, blowing out Arenas and Co. 116-86 to take a 2-0 lead in an opening-round playoff series oozing with bad blood.

James expects foul play from Wizards (AP)
LeBron James didn't complain about them at the time, but those hard shoves, well-placed elbows and rougher-than-normal fouls that the Washington Wizards inflicted upon him in Game 1 had an effect. One day later, James wasn't sore. But the 6-foot-8, 250-pounder said he was a lot shorter and lighter. "I'm about 6-4, 215 today," he joked.

James leads Cavs past Wizards in Game 1 (AP)

Round one went to LeBron. Determined to make the Wizards swallow their words, LeBron James scored 32 points, making two tough shots in traffic down the stretch as the Cleveland Cavaliers opened the NBA playoffs with an intense 93-86 win over Washington on Saturday. Called "overrated" by Washington's DeShawn Stevenson in the final weeks of the season, James scored 20 points in the second half to...

Cavs, Wizards meet again in playoffs (AP)
Maybe the NBA should get Jerry Springer and Dr. Phil to referee the Cavaliers-Wizards series. With all the long distance name calling and trash talking going on, who better than those two TV arbiters of peace and harmony to officiate the first round of the playoffs? Weeks of back-and-forth yapping, some of it very personal, between Cleveland star LeBron James and Washington guard DeShawn Stevenson...

Arenas ready to be 'assassin' in playoffs
Gilbert Arenas is finally speaking again. He sounds like the same ol' Agent Zero. "I'm an assassin. I get buckets," the Washington Wizards guard said after Friday's practice. "I know I haven't played in a long time, but the shot is still there, so when I come off that bench, there is going to be some trouble." Arenas, usually a master of self-promotion, began a media boycott when he returned from a 66-game absence on April 2.

Wizards close to full strength vs. Cavaliers
The Washington Wizards, who lost 225 man-games due to injuries this season, had a full contingent on the floor Thursday for their first practice in preparation for the opening-round playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Those taking part included Caron Butler, who sat out the final three games of the regular season with a bruised right knee, DeShawn Stevenson, who has been bothered by a sore back, and Gilbert Arenas, who has been coming off the bench since returning from knee surgery.

Wiz near full strength; Arenas will come off bench
The Washington Wizards, who lost 225 man-games due to injuries this season, had a full contingent on the floor Thursday for their first practice in preparation for the opening-round playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Magic beat Wizards as teams rest stars (AP)

J.J. Redick scored a career-high 18 points and Marcin Gortat had a career-high 12 points and 11 rebounds, leading the Orlando Magic to a 103-83 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night in a meaningless regular-season finale for two playoff-bound teams. Andray Blatche led Washington with 20 points and 11 rebounds, while Nick Young scored 14.

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.

Arenas leads Wizards past 76ers 109-93 (AP)

Gilbert Arenas finally looked like Agent Zero again, just in time for the Washington Wizards to put the Philadelphia 76ers out of reach. After another passive performance typical of his play since returning from a knee injury, Arenas took over the game by scoring 12 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter Saturday night in a 109-93 victory over the 76ers.

Maxiell leads Pistons to rout of Wizards (AP)

The Washington Wizards had a chance to take a big step forward in the Eastern Conference playoff race. It didn't happen. With Cleveland and Philadelphia having already lost and facing a Detroit team that is coasting toward the playoffs, the Wizards came out with one of their worst performances of the season, shooting just 27 percent in a lopsided 102-74 loss to the Pistons on Friday night.

Silent Arenas lets game do his talking (AP)
Meet the new low-key Gilbert Arenas. Doesn't start. Doesn't talk. Doesn't blog. Doesn't try to take over the game. Doesn't even predict that he's going to. It's as if Agent Zero has discovered an alter ego. So far, the Washington Wizards have no complaints. "I think he's just here to play basketball now and not to talk about it," coach Eddie Jordan said.

Jamison's 27 lead Wizards over Celtics (AP)

Antawn Jamison returned from a shoulder injury to score 27 points, including a highlight, baseline dunk over Kevin Garnett, and the Washington Wizards beat the Boston Celtics 109-95 Wednesday night to win the season series over the league's top team. Jamison, who sat out two games with a sprained right shoulder, left no doubt that he was again full throttle by making 8 of 17 field goals, grabbing...

Wizards' Jamison practices, expects to play vs. C's
Washington Wizards forward Antawn Jamison expects to play Wednesday night against Boston after missing two games with a sprained right shoulder.

Jamison practices, could play Wednesday
Washington Wizards forward Antawn Jamison expects to play Wednesday night against Boston after missing two games with a sprained right shoulder. The All-Star returned to practice Monday. He was hurt while diving into the front rows of seats to save a ball last week against Milwaukee. He sat out Friday's win over Miami and Saturday's victory at Chicago, the first games he has missed this season. "Antawn looked great today," coach Eddie Jordan said. "He did a lot of good things on the floor.

Haywood's 25 power short-handed Wizards (AP)

Brendan Haywood never felt better, even though his knees were wrapped in ice and a towel draped from his head. The same goes for Caron Butler. He was so confident he issued a warning to anyone the Washington Wizards meet in the playoffs. "They're not talking about us, and that's a good thing," Butler said.

Wizards without F Jamison, G Arenas (AP)
Washington Wizards forward Antawn Jamison missed his second straight game because of a sprained right shoulder, while Gilbert Arenas sat for precautionary reasons against the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. Jamison, averaging a team-leading 21.5 points and 10.2 rebounds, was injured late in Wednesday's loss to Milwaukee.

Butler leads Wizards to playoff spot (AP)

Caron Butler scored 29 points and the Washington Wizards beat the Miami Heat 109-95 on Friday night to clinch a playoff spot for the fourth straight season. It's the first time the team has qualified for the playoffs in four consecutive seasons since it made five straight appearances from 1983-88. The woeful Heat set a franchise record with 19 3-pointers and still couldn't beat the Wizards, who...

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.

Wizards deny Arenas misled them on return
When Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas returned from surgery on his left knee to play Wednesday against Milwaukee, it was a surprise to many. Two days later, the Wizards insist his return was expected. Arenas, who missed 66 games, began the game shooting on Washington's practice court and arrived at the Wizards bench midway through the first quarter. He played 19 minutes and scored 17 points against the Bucks.

Wizards F Jamison has sprained shoulder (AP)
Washington forward Antawn Jamison missed a game for the first time this season Friday night against Miami because of a sprained right shoulder. Jamison, averaging 21.5 points and a team-leading 10.2 rebounds, injured his shoulder late in Wednesday's loss to Milwaukee. "I'm feeling better -- a lot better than the night it happened," Jamison said.

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.

Arenas, injuries among Wizards' issues (AP)

The captain is doubtful with a sprained shoulder. The best defensive player is nursing a painful sprained ankle. The coach is trying to get over a sinus infection. And everyone is dealing with a huge case of Gilbertology, which again has breached the bounds of basketball protocol. The Washington Wizards were coping simultaneously Thursday with the aftermath of the bizarre return of Gilbert Arenas and...

Arenas returns, but Bucks edge Wizards (AP)

Agent Zero is back. Now the Washington Wizards have to figure out how to win with him. Gilbert Arenas made a surprise return Wednesday night after 66 games away, but Ramon Sessions provided the Arenas-like dramatics with a 19-foot jumper at the buzzer to give the Milwaukee Bucks a 110-109 victory over the Wizards.

Sessions stuns Arenas, Wiz
Hear from Milwaukee's Ramon Sessions after he nailed a game-winner at the buzzer against Washington, spoiling Gilbert Arenas' return to the court.

Arenas makes dramatic return to Wizards' lineup
All-Star guard Gilbert Arenas has made a surprise return to the Washington Wizards, playing his first game since having knee surgery in November.

Wizards' Arenas makes surprise return to action
All-Star guard Gilbert Arenas has made a surprise return to the Washington Wizards, playing his first game since having knee surgery in November. Showing a flare for the dramatic, Arenas waited until the 5:30 mark of the first quarter of the Wizards' game against Milwaukee on Wednesday night to emerge from the locker room in uniform. He entered the game 9 seconds later to a big ovation and scored on a reverse layup with 4:49 left in the first. It was his first points since Nov.

Wizards G Arenas makes surprise return (AP)
All-Star guard Gilbert Arenas has made a surprise return to the Washington Wizards, playing his first game since having knee surgery in November. Showing a flare for the dramatic, Arenas waited until the 5:30 mark of the first quarter of the Wizards' game against Milwaukee on Wednesday night to emerge from the locker room in uniform.

Wizards' Butler, Daniels are ready; Arenas still out
Caron Butler and Antonio Daniels took part in the Washington Wizards' morning shootaround and were expected to start Wednesday night's game against the Milwaukee Bucks, while Gilbert Arenas sat out despite being cleared to play. Butler (strained left hamstring) and Daniels (sprained left wrist) missed Monday's 129-87 loss at Utah. Both were hurt the previous night in a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, although Daniels' wrist has been bothering him for weeks.

Wizards won't lay down
Washington can't hang with the West (see Jazz 129, Wizards 87). But Mike Kahn is impressed how they've stayed alive in the East.

Jazz make record 15 3s in easy win (AP)

C.J. Miles was the only Utah starter still playing at the end of a blowout against the Washington Wizards. With the game Miles was having, coach Jerry Sloan would have had a hard time getting him out of there, anyway. Miles scored a career high 29 points, making four 3-pointers as the Jazz set a record from beyond-the-arc in a 129-87 win over the weary Wizards on Monday night.

Kirilenko, Brewer out for Jazz (AP)
Andrei Kirilenko and Ronnie Brewer both missed the Utah Jazz's game against Washington on Monday because of injuries, while the Wizards' Caron Butler sat out with a strained hamstring. Kirilenko (calf) missed his second straight game with muscle spasms in his right calf. While the Jazz were also without Brewer (groin), they did get center Mehmet Okur back from a stomach virus.

Bryant rallies Lakers past Wizards in OT (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored six of his 26 points in overtime, and the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Washington Wizards 126-120 Sunday night to snap a two-game losing skid. Sasha Vujacic scored 20 points, Luke Walton added 19, Vladimir Radmanovic 18 and Lamar Odom had 10 points and 13 rebounds as the Lakers notched their 50th victory for the 29th time in franchise history.

Jamison leads Wizards over Kings (AP)

Although it's been three years since Darius Songaila played in Sacramento, he still knows how to stir up the crowd at Arco Arena. The Washington reserve forward scored seven points in the final 59 seconds and Antawn Jamison had 25 points and 12 rebounds Friday night for the Wizards, who held off the Sacramento Kings 114-108.

Roy out 4 games with groin injury
Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy will miss the next four games because of a groin injury. Roy, an All-Star reserve, was injured in Tuesday night's 102-82 victory at home over the Washington Wizards. He did not travel with the Blazers for Thursday night's game against the Golden State Warriors. The team said Roy would be re-evaluated after the four games. The second-year guard averages a team-high 19.3 points and 5.8 assists.

Blazers lose Roy but beat Wizards 102-82 (AP)

Martell Webster had 23 points, Travis Outlaw added 20 and the Portland Trail Blazers overcame the loss of top scorer Brandon Roy to beat the Washington Wizards 102-82 on Tuesday night. Jarrett Jack added 17 points and Joel Przybilla had 17 rebounds for the Blazers, who shot 49.4 percent despite Roy leaving with a strained right groin on the last play of the first quarter.

Portland loses Roy with groin injury
Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy left Portland's game against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night after straining his right groin at the end of the first quarter. Roy was attempting to block a long 3-pointer by Caron Butler and came down awkwardly. The All-Star crumpled to the floor, but then got up and limped off the court. Roy, Portland's scoring leader with 19.5 points per game, tried to return at 8:13 in the second quarter but left the court after less than 2 minutes and didn't return.

Groin injury knocks Blazers' Roy out game vs. Wiz
Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy left Portland's game against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night after straining his right groin at the end of the first quarter.

Sonics snap 11-game skid, beat Blazers (AP)

Kevin Durant scored 23 points and the Seattle SuperSonics snapped their 11-game losing streak with a 97-84 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night in what could be the final meeting of the I-5 rivalry. With Sonics owner Clay Bennett pressing to move his team to Oklahoma City as early as next season, Monday night may have been the final time the longtime rivals faced off just 180 miles...

Wizards win third straight, beat Pistons (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 24 points and 12 rebounds Sunday night, and the Washington Wizards added another impressive win to their resume with a 95-83 victory over the Detroit Pistons. The Wizards overcame the distraction of yet another episode of Gilbert Arenas drama to win their third straight game and sixth in their past seven.

Unhappy Arenas out for at least another week
An unhappy Gilbert Arenas learned Sunday night that he had not been cleared to play by Washington Wizards team doctors, dashing his hopes of returning in the nationally televised game against the Detroit Pistons - or anytime soon. Arenas took part in the shootaround Sunday morning and was so confident that he would be in uniform against the Pistons that he didn't bring proper attire to sit on the bench as an injured player.

Riley to miss Heat game to scout NCAA
Pat Riley is back on the scouting trail. The Miami Heat coach was studying players in the NCAA tournament on Friday and wasn't expected to be with the team for its game with the Washington Wizards. Assistant coach Ron Rothstein filled in when Riley missed a game against Orlando last week while on another scouting trip. Rothstein was handling the game-day coaching responsibilities on Friday, and was expected to stay in that role Saturday when the Heat visit Charlotte.

Riley to miss another Heat game to scout NCAAs
Pat Riley was studying players in the NCAA tournament on Friday and wasn't expected to be with the team for its game with the Washington Wizards.

Riley misses Heat game to scout NCAA players
Pat Riley is back on the scouting trail. The Miami Heat coach was studying players in the NCAA tournament on Friday and wasn't expected to be with the team for its game with the Washington Wizards. Assistant coach Ron Rothstein filled in when Riley missed a game against Orlando last week while on another scouting trip. Rothstein was handling the game-day coaching responsibilities on Friday, and was expected to stay in that role Saturday when the Heat visit Charlotte.

Butler, Jamison lead Wizards over Heat (AP)

Caron Butler scored 25 points and Antawn Jamison added 22 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Washington Wizards to a 103-86 victory over the Miami Heat on Friday night. Butler eclipsed the 20-point mark for the first time in five games since returning from a strained hip flexor that kept him out of the previous 16 games.

Riley to miss Heat game to scout NCAA players
Pat Riley is back on the scouting trail. The Miami Heat coach was studying players in the NCAA tournament on Friday and wasn't expected to be with the team for its game with the Washington Wizards. Assistant coach Ron Rothstein filled in when Riley missed a game against Orlando last week while on another scouting trip. Rothstein was handling the game-day coaching responsibilities on Friday, and was expected to stay in that role Saturday when the Heat visit Charlotte.

Wizards shut down Howard, beat Magic (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 31 points and 11 rebounds and the Washington Wizards shut down Dwight Howard offensively in a 87-86 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. Hedo Turkoglu had a career high with 39 points, but Howard had only three points and 14 rebounds. Orlando had a chance on an inbound pass with five seconds left, but Turkoglu's driving layup was short and officials didn't call a foul.

Hawks win again, alone in 8th in East (AP)

Mike Bibby scored 23 points and Joe Johnson added 18 points and 10 assists to lead the Atlanta Hawks over the Washington Wizards, 105-96 on Monday night. It was the Hawks' third straight win, moving them one-half game ahead of idle New Jersey for eighth place in the Eastern Conference. The Hawks haven't made the playoffs since the 1998-99 season.

Wizards guard Arenas has MRI on knee
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is increasing the intensity of his workouts in an attempt to return this season from knee surgery. The All-Star guard had an MRI on his surgically repaired left knee Monday. He underwent surgery Nov. 21. "They said everything healed," Arenas said before Washington played Atlanta Monday night. "They want me to ramp it back up - go full speed." Arenas said he would work out Monday night, and see how it feels Tuesday.

Arenas has MRI on knee, vows to be 'assist man'
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas is increasing the intensity of his workouts in an attempt to return this season from knee surgery.

Jamison scores 36 as Wizards win in OT (AP)

Antawn Jamison scored 36 points, including three key free throws to send the game into overtime, leading the Washington Wizards to a 119-109 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday night. The Clippers, who have lost 11 of their last 13 games, looked to have the game sealed when Corey Maggette hit two free throws to give them a 98-94 lead with 7 seconds to play in regulation.

Wizards' Arenas near return from knee surgery
The Washington Wizards have waited nearly four months for Gilbert Arenas. Now, he says the wait might be nearly over. Arenas, the Wizards' guard who underwent surgery on his left knee on Nov. 21, has been practicing with the team since March 4. Arenas, who's participated in four practices, says he's going to get an MRI on Tuesday - "just to make sure nothing's wrong." If he's given clearance by team doctors, "then, I guess that means I'll play," he said.

Wizards G Arenas close to returning (AP)
The Washington Wizards have waited nearly four months for Gilbert Arenas. Now, he says the wait might be nearly over. Arenas, the Wizards' guard who underwent surgery on his left knee on Nov. 21, has been practicing with the team since March 4. Arenas, who's participated in four practices, says he's going to get an MRI on Tuesday -- "just to make sure nothing's wrong." If he's given clearance by team...

Butler returns, lifts Wizards over Cavs (AP)

Caron Butler unleashed a month's worth of pent-up energy on his 28th birthday, returning to the Washington Wizards lineup after a 16-game injury absence to score 19 points in a 101-99 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night. Butler, whose hip injury sent the Wizards into a February slump, scored the game's opening basket, survived some rough contact and made six of his first eight...

Wizards' Butler, Cavs' Wallace return to lineup
All-Star forward Caron Butler returned to the Washington Wizards' starting lineup Thursday night after missing the previous 16 games with a hip injury.

Butler returns for Wizards; Wallace returns for Cavs
All-Star forward Caron Butler returned to the Washington Wizards' starting lineup Thursday night after missing the previous 16 games with a hip injury. "We're happy, excited," coach Eddie Jordan said before tipoff against the Cleveland Cavaliers. "He's had two good practices, and we'll see how it goes." Butler, who turned 28 Thursday, was originally diagnosed with a strained hip flexor, but an MRI discovered a small labral tear of the left hip joint.

Cavs' Pavlovic back in starting lineup (AP)
Cleveland guard Sasha Pavlovic returned from a 23-game absence because of a sprained left foot and was in the Cavaliers' starting lineup Wednesday night against the Nets. Pavlovic was hurt Jan. 23 in a victory over Washington. Despite that long layoff, coach Mike Brown said he went with his "gut" in deciding to put Pavlovic right back in the lineup.

Wizards expect Butler to return to lineup Thursday
All-Star forward Caron Butler appears set to celebrate his birthday with a return to the lineup Thursday for the Washington Wizards.

Butler expected back for Wiz on Thursday
All-Star forward Caron Butler appears set to celebrate his birthday with a return to the lineup Thursday for the Washington Wizards. "Caron is going to be probable, so we add a little 'Tough Juice' to the lineup," said coach Eddie Jordan, referring to Butler's nickname. "And we'll see how it goes." Butler has missed 16 straight games and 19 of the last 21 because of a hip injury.

Rookie Young rallies Wizards past Bucks (AP)

Antawn Jamison scored 23 points, rookie Nick Young had a career-high 22, and the Washington Wizards rallied in the fourth quarter Tuesday night for a 105-97 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. The Wizards sliced and diced through the Bucks' defense to shoot 50 percent with 66 points in the paint, giving the team a much-needed lift following Saturday's dispiriting home loss to Charlotte.

Wiz F Butler practices for first time since Feb. 5
All-Star forward Caron Butler returned to practice Monday for the Washington Wizards, giving the struggling team hope that it can finally put its best lineup on the court in the final weeks of the season. Butler's return came six days after three-time All-Star point guard Gilbert Arenas took part in a full-contact practice for the first time since November.

Butler practices with Wizards for 1st time in month
All-Star forward Caron Butler returned to practice Monday for the Washington Wizards, giving the struggling team hope that it can finally put its best lineup on the court in the final weeks of the season.

Sixers roll past Bucks 119-97 (AP)
Thaddeus Young scored 22 points, Samuel Dalembert added 18 points and 10 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers coasted to a 119-97 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday. Andre Miller added 16 points and nine assists for Philadelphia, which played the first of five games in seven days. The 76ers' fourth straight win moved them within one-half game of idle Washington in the Eastern Conference...

Bobcats win club-record fifth straight (AP)

With Jason Richardson leading the way, the Charlotte Bobcats are suddenly on their best run ever. Richardson scored 34 points, and the Bobcats stretched their winning streak to a franchise-record five consecutive games by holding off the Washington Wizards 100-97 Saturday night. The Bobcats, who are in their fourth season of existence, went 1-11 during February, but they are 5-0 in March.

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

Jamison helps Wizards beat Raptors in OT (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 25 points and 16 rebounds to lead the Washington Wizards to a 110-106 overtime victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Roger Mason added 18 points for the Wizards, who had six players score in double figures. Washington has won five of seven despite missing Gilbert Arenas and Caron Butler.

Butler plans to be back at Wizards' practice soon
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler plans to be back at practice next week, but there is still no timetable for when he might be able to return to games after being sidelined by a hip injury.

Butler plans to practice next week
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler plans to be back at practice next week, but there is still no timetable for when he might be able to return to games after being sidelined by a hip injury. "I am trying to get back out there," the two-time All-Star said Thursday. "I am going to wait until next week to start participating in practices, and I am going to play it by ear. My body is going to determine whether I am able to play or not.

Magic dominate Wizards in 30-point win (AP)

The Orlando Magic made an emphatic statement in a possible playoff preview, dominating from the start in Wednesday night's 122-92 victory over the Washington Wizards. The Magic never trailed, took a quick 10-2 lead and hardly looked back and they won their third straight game and sixth in their past seven.

Source: Heat to open preseason in Europe (AP)
Dwyane Wade will get to see his popularity in Europe first-hand next fall. Wade and the Heat will begin preseason play in Paris and London this October against the New Jersey Nets as part of the NBA Europe Live tour, a person with knowledge of the schedule told The Associated Press on Tuesday. Also on the tour, the New Orleans Hornets will play the Washington Wizards in Berlin and Barcelona,...

Arenas back at practice; no timetable for return
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was pleased after his first full-contact practice in 3 1/2 months on Tuesday. "It felt good. I was surprised about my wind - I wasn't as tired as I thought I was going to be," the three-time All-Star said. "I was just excited to get out there and play basketball. ... My knee is fine so far. We'll see how it acts tomorrow after a day of rest.

Wiz's Arenas gives it a go in full-contact practice
Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was pleased after his first full-contact practice in 3.5 months on Tuesday.

Wizards guard Arenas cleared to return to practice
Gilbert Arenas will return to practice Tuesday for the Washington Wizards, the latest step in his long recovery from knee surgery.

Wizards star Arenas cleared to return to practice
Gilbert Arenas will return to practice Tuesday for the Washington Wizards, the latest step in his long recovery from knee surgery. "They cleared me to go out there and go full speed," the three-time All-Star guard said Monday. "But I am just going to take it slow." Arenas' left knee has been acting up for nearly a year. He had surgery last April and pursued an aggressive rehabilitation regimen so that he could return for the start of this season.

Wizards complete sweep of Hornets 101-84 (AP)

The Washington Wizards can indeed adjust to life without Caron Butler, and they have a sweep of the New Orleans Hornets to prove it. After spending a month thinking their All-Star forward would return any day, the Wizards have decided to go ahead and win without him. Sunday's 101-84 victory was their fourth win in five games and their second over the Hornets in a week.

Wizards rally from 18 down, beat Bulls (AP)

One Washington player was ejected and others hung their heads, sulking. Then, the Wizards sprung to life and perhaps sucked away whatever the Chicago Bulls had left. Antawn Jamison, Roger Mason and Andray Blatche each scored 17 points, and the struggling Wizards used a third-quarter surge to overcome an 18-point deficit and beat Chicago 97-91 on Friday night.

Rest and rehab, but no surgery for Butler
Washington Wizards All-Star forward Caron Butler has a prescription of rest and rehab - with no plans for surgery - to deal with the latest twist in his return from a hip injury. An MRI exam this week found that Butler has a small labral tear of the left hip joint. The injury, which has sidelined him for nearly a month, had originally been diagnosed as a strained hip flexor.

Butler has labral tear in hip; return uncertain
A re-examination of Washington Wizards All-Star forward Caron Butler's hip revealed a small labral tear of the left joint, further complicating his return from injury. Butler has missed the past 10 games with what was originally diagnosed as a strained hip flexor. He did not accompany the team on the road trip that ends Friday night at Chicago. The Wizards did not give a timetable for Butler's return.

Butler has tear in hip, return to Wizards uncertain
A re-examination of Washington Wizards All-Star forward Caron Butler's hip revealed a small labral tear of the left joint, further complicating his return from injury.

Wizards' Butler has labral tear in hip, return uncertain
A re-examination of Washington Wizards All-Star forward Caron Butler's hip revealed a small labral tear of the left joint, further complicating his return from injury. Butler has missed the past 10 games with what was originally diagnosed as a strained hip flexor. He did not accompany the team on the road trip that ends Friday night at Chicago. The Wizards did not give a timetable for Butler's return.

Minus Yao, Rockets win 13th straight (AP)

In their first game without Yao Ming, Luther Head had 18 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 94-69 win over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night for their 13th straight victory. Yao is out for the season with a stress fracture in his left foot. The Rockets didn't seem to miss their All-Star center, jumping to a 7-0 lead and never trailing as they coasted to their 17th win in the last 18...

Buzzer-beating 3 gets Wizards by Hornets (AP)

DeShawn Stevenson drained a fade-away 3-pointer at the buzzer and the Washington Wizards beat New Orleans 95-92 on Monday night, sending the Hornets to their third straight loss. Stevenson's buzzer beater capped a career night for the Wizards guard as he scored 33 points. Roger Mason scored 12 points off the bench, as did Brendan Haywood, while Antawn Jamison and Antonio Daniels added in 10 apiece.

Slumping Wizards down Bobcats 110-95 (AP)

It's been a difficult few weeks for the Washington Wizards. Despite their win Saturday night, it doesn't look as if things will get any easier any time soon. Antawn Jamison scored 22 points to lead the Wizards to just their second victory in their last 12 games, 110-95 over the Charlotte Bobcats. Washington then got ready for a three-game roadtrip to New Orleans, Houston and Chicago without Caron...

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

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

James, 8-man Cavs hold off Wizards 90-89 (AP)

Short-handed, undermanned, inadequate. The Cleveland Cavaliers weren't themselves Friday night, nowhere close. And it didn't matter. LeBron James was still around. James made two free throws with 7.8 seconds left and scored 33 points as the Cavaliers, playing with just eight one day after a humongous trade, had enough to beat the Washington Wizards 90-89 on Friday night.

Wizards slumping without Arenas, Butler (AP)

Forget for a moment all the points, rebounds, steals and assists that Gilbert Arenas and Caron Butler would provide if they were on the floor. The Washington Wizards also need their fire. Those who are healthy enough to play had the audacity to think they could just show up and beat another struggling team, the New York Knicks, in the first game after the All-Star break.

Knicks score 23 in OT, beat Wizards (AP)

Zach Randolph had 24 points and 10 rebounds, Jamal Crawford added 21 points and the New York Knicks broke a franchise record by scoring 23 points in overtime of a 113-100 victory over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night. Three-pointers from Nate Robinson and Quentin Richardson and a pair of dunks from David Lee at the start of the extra period helped the Knicks pull away to win for only the...

Butler, Thomas both have setbacks for Wizards
Bad news from the medical front keeps piling on for the Washington Wizards, who reported setbacks for both All-Star forward Caron Butler and center Etan Thomas on Tuesday. Butler missed his sixth consecutive game Tuesday night after another flare-up of his strained left hip flexor during the morning shootaround.

Butler, Thomas suffer setbacks for injury-filled Wiz
Bad news from the medical front keeps piling on for the Washington Wizards, who reported setbacks for both All-Star forward Caron Butler and center Etan Thomas on Tuesday.

Wizards' Butler, Thomas have setbacks (AP)
Bad news from the medical front keeps piling on for the Washington Wizards, who reported setbacks for both All-Star forward Caron Butler and center Etan Thomas on Tuesday. Butler missed his sixth consecutive game Tuesday night after another flare-up of his strained left hip flexor during the morning shootaround.

Wizards' Arenas, Thomas move closer to returns
Gilbert Arenas was cleared to participate in light, non-contact drills by the Washington Wizards on Monday, a step forward in his return from left knee surgery. Arenas has said he hopes to return to the Wizards in the coming weeks. The team has not said when he can return to full-contact practice. Another injured Wizards player, center Etan Thomas, was cleared to practice for the first time since he had open-heart surgery in October. No timetable has been set for him to play in a game.

Wiz's Arenas, Thomas move closer toward returns
Gilbert Arenas was cleared to participate in light, non-contact drills by the Washington Wizards on Monday, a step forward in his return from left knee surgery.

Wizards' Arenas cleared for drills (AP)
Gilbert Arenas was cleared to participate in light, non-contact drills by the Washington Wizards on Monday, a step forward in his return from left knee surgery. Arenas has said he hopes to return to the Wizards in the coming weeks. The team has not said when he can return to full-contact practice. Another injured Wizards player, center Etan Thomas, was cleared to practice for the first time since he...

Ray Allen replaces injured Butler in All-Star game
Ray Allen was added to the Eastern Conference All-Star roster by commissioner David Stern on Wednesday, replacing injured Washington forward Caron Butler. Allen's eighth All-Star selection means the NBA-leading Boston Celtics will again have two players in Sunday's game in New Orleans. Kevin Garnett was the top vote-getter in fan balloting, but had to pull out because of an abdominal strain. Celtics forward Paul Pierce is going as a reserve. The East will be coached by Boston's Doc Rivers.

Celts' Allen replaces Butler on East All-Star team
Ray Allen was added to the Eastern Conference All-Star roster by commissioner David Stern on Wednesday, replacing injured Washington forward Caron Butler.

Jackson's 41 rally Warriors past Wizards (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored a season-high 41 points, hitting the go-ahead 3-pointer and getting 10 of the Golden State Warriors' 12 straight points in the final minutes of a stunning 120-117 victory Monday night over the Washington Wizards. Jackson's 3-pointer with 55.6 seconds to play gave Golden State its first lead since the opening minute of their 11th victory in 15 games.

Wizards' skid hits 7 with loss to Suns (AP)

Amare Stoudemire had 31 points, including two game-clinching free throws with 7.5 seconds to play, and the Phoenix Suns handed the Washington Wizards their seventh straight loss, 108-107 on Sunday night. Antwan Jamison scored 28 points and Brendan Haywood a season-high 21 for the Wizards, who last lost seven in a row from March 5-16, 2004.

Anthony's 49 power Nuggets over Wizards (AP)

Carmelo Anthony scored a career-high 49 points to lead the Denver Nuggets past the Washington Wizards 111-100 Friday night for their ninth win in their last 10 home games. Melo, who will join teammate Allen Iverson as an All-Star starter in New Orleans later this month, made 19 of 25 shots from the floor and made all eight of his free throws in the third-highest individual scoring game in the NBA...

Horry stars as Spurs beat Wizards (AP)

At 37 years old, Robert Horry can still lead a game-turning run. It may not happen often these days, but Horry got the San Antonio Spurs in gear after a lackluster 2 1/2 quarters Wednesday night. He scored seven of his season-high nine points in the 17-4 spurt that gave his team the lead for good in an 85-77 victory over the slumping Washington Wizards.

Butler back in Wizards' lineup Sunday (AP)
Caron Butler returned to the Washington Wizards' lineup Sunday against the Los Angeles Lakers after missing three games with a strained left hip flexor. Butler, picked as an All-Star reserve last week, started and made his second field-goal attempt. "We haven't seen him in any contact practice yet, so we'll see how he is and where he is on the floor," Wizards coach Eddie Jordan said before the...

Gasol not quite ready to play for Lakers
Pau Gasol sat out the Los Angeles Lakers' game at the Washington Wizards on Sunday, not quite ready to play for his new team because of a sore back, a whirlwind 48 hours and an unfamiliarity with the triangle offense. "We want him to practice first. He traveled back and forth across the country, up all night, short hours of sleep. This isn't a fair situation for him," Lakers coach Phil Jackson said before Sunday's game. "We'll practice tomorrow and see how he feels," Jackson said.

Sore back prevents Gasol's Lakers debut (AP)

Pau Gasol sat out the Los Angeles Lakers' game at the Washington Wizards on Sunday, not quite ready to play for his new team because of a sore back, a whirlwind 48 hours and an unfamiliarity with the triangle offense. "We want him to practice first. He traveled back and forth across the country, up all night, short hours of sleep.

No Gasol, but Bryant lifts Lakers to win (AP)

Kobe Bryant outscored the Washington Wizards all by himself in the first quarter Sunday. Then he let his Los Angeles Lakers teammates in on the fun. Bryant put up 19 points in the opening period on his way to finishing with 30 on 10-of-15 shooting, and the Lakers had no need for the newly acquired Pau Gasol in a 103-91 victory over the Wizards.

Okur leads Jazz to seventh straight win (AP)

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

Wizards' Butler misses third game with hip injury
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler sat out his third straight game Friday night against the Utah Jazz because of a hip injury.

Wizards F Butler sits out again (AP)
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler sat out his third straight game Friday night against the Utah Jazz because of a hip injury. "He's out tonight," Wizards coach Eddie Jordan said before the game. "Hopefully he'll be ready to go on Sunday." Jordan said Butler is undergoing rehab for his strained left hip flexor.

Paul, West named All-Stars for Hornets (AP)
Chris Paul and David West were picked for their first All-Star game Thursday night, giving the hometown Hornets a pair of players for the event New Orleans will host next month. Detroit, Phoenix and Washington also had multiple players chosen as reserves for the Feb. 17 game. Boston will only send two of its Big Three to the Big Easy.

Paul, West earn first All-Star selections
Chris Paul and David West were picked for their first All-Star game Thursday night, giving the hometown Hornets a pair of players for the event New Orleans will host next month. Detroit, Phoenix and Washington also had multiple players chosen as reserves for the Feb. 17 game. Boston will only send two of its Big Three to the Big Easy. Paul Pierce was voted in by Eastern Conference head coaches to join starter Kevin Garnett, but Ray Allen fell short.

Raptors hit 13 3s, rip Wizards 122-83 (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 19 points, Chris Bosh had 16 and the Toronto Raptors used a big second quarter and a flurry of 3-pointers to beat the Washington Wizards 122-83 on Wednesday night. The 39-point margin of victory matched the biggest in team history, a 112-73 win over Atlanta on April 12, 2002. Anthony Parker had 15 points and Jose Calderon added 11 points and 11 assists for the Raptors, who...

Ford or Calderon? Injured PG close to returning
Injured point guard T.J. Ford is close to practicing again with the Toronto Raptors, but there is still no timetable for his return to games. Ford has missed the last 22 games because of a left-arm stinger. Toronto had gone 12-10 without him entering Wednesday's game against Washington. Raptors general manager Bryan Colangelo said before the game Ford's status is "becoming clearer," adding that it's "just a matter of time" until Ford is able to return.

Fill-in Blatche lifts Wizards by Raptors (AP)

Andray Blatche did a fine job filling in for an injured Caron Butler, and he got plenty of help from Antawn Jamison and others. Blatche had 19 points and eight rebounds in only his second start of the season, and Jamison finished with 24 points and 20 rebounds Tuesday night, leading the Washington Wizards to a 108-104 overtime victory over the Toronto Raptors.

Wizards' Butler to miss at least one game
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler missed Tuesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors with a strained left hip flexor. Butler also was expected to miss Washington's next game, at Toronto on Wednesday. He was hurt when he fell to the floor during an overtime loss against the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday. Wizards coach Eddie Jordan said Andray Blatche would start in Butler's place Tuesday. Butler is enjoying a career-best season, averaging highs of 21.9 points, 4.3 assists and 2.

Hip flexor injury sidelines Wiz's Butler vs. Raptors
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler missed Tuesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors with a strained left hip flexor.

Wizards' Butler to miss 1 game, maybe 2 (AP)
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler missed Tuesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors with a strained left hip flexor. Butler also was expected to miss Washington's next game, at Toronto on Wednesday. He was hurt when he fell to the floor during an overtime loss against the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday.

Short-handed Bucks beat Wizards in OT (AP)

Mo Williams scored 25 points, including two key 3-pointers, and Charlie Bell added 22 as the short-handed Milwaukee Bucks beat the Washington Wizards 105-102 in overtime Sunday. The Bucks overcame a career-high 40 points from the Wizards' Caron Butler to earn their third victory in the last 10 games and avenge a 24-point home loss to the Wizards on Jan.

Wizards win, hold Memphis to 9 in 1st (AP)

Coach Eddie Jordan acted as if his team had lost after the Wizards polished off the undermanned Memphis Grizzlies. Washington rebounded from its worst defeat in more than six years to beat Memphis 104-93 on Friday night, and still Jordan wasn't satisfied. The Wizards raced to a 30-9 lead after one quarter, and then played sloppily for much of the game.

Gasol sits vs. Wizards
Memphis forward Pau Gasol missed the Grizzlies' game on Friday night against the Washington Wizards because of a sore back.

Grizzlies F Gasol out with sore back (AP)
Memphis forward Pau Gasol missed the Grizzlies' game on Friday night against the Washington Wizards because of a sore back. Early in the third quarter, point guard Mike Conley joined Gasol on the sideline because of a contusion in the right side of his chest and rib cage. Gasol, the Grizzlies' second-leading scorer with 19.1 points per game, warmed up with the team, but was ruled out about 30...

Stoudamire continues to sit, awaits buyout
Memphis Grizzlies guard Damon Stoudamire was in uniform for a game against the Washington Wizards on Friday night, but he wasn't expected to play. Stoudamire hasn't played since Dec. 30 - 12 straight games - and continues to await the buyout of his contract. As he sat on the bench about 90 minutes before the game, he said there wasn't much to report. "Not as of this hour. I haven't heard anything. It's still the same," Stoudamire said. Stoudamire is owed $4.

Grizzlies' Stoudamire still awaiting contract buyout
Memphis Grizzlies guard Damon Stoudamire was in uniform for a game against the Washington Wizards on Friday night, but he wasn't expected to play.

Grizzlies G Stoudamire awaits buyout (AP)
Memphis Grizzlies guard Damon Stoudamire was in uniform for a game against the Washington Wizards on Friday night, but he wasn't expected to play. Stoudamire hasn't played since Dec. 30 -- 12 straight games -- and continues to await the buyout of his contract. As he sat on the bench about 90 minutes before the game, he said there wasn't much to report.

Cavs' Pavlovic to miss 2 months with sprained foot
Cavaliers guard Sasha Pavlovic could miss up to two months because of a sprained left foot, a blow to the defending Eastern Conference champions, who are playing their best ball this season. Pavlovic got hurt during the third quarter of Wednesday night's win over Washington. He scored 13 points and had seven assists before going out. The Cavaliers, who have won four straight games and are 11-2 since Christmas, said an MRI and CT scan revealed the injury to Pavlovic.

Cavs' Pavlovic to miss 2 months with sprained foot
Cavaliers guard Sasha Pavlovic could miss up to two months because of a sprained left foot, a blow to the defending Eastern Conference champions, who are playing their best ball this season. Pavlovic got hurt during the third quarter of Wednesday night's win over Washington. He scored 13 points and had seven assists before going out. The Cavaliers, who have won four straight games and are 11-2 since Christmas, said an MRI and CT scan revealed the injury to Pavlovic.

Mavs regroup, hold off Bobcats 102-95 (AP)

Devin Harris scored 23 points, Josh Howard added 21 points and 12 rebounds and the Dallas Mavericks withstood a late rally to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 102-95 on Wednesday. Two days after their most lopsided loss of the season, an 18-point rout at Washington, the Mavericks jumped out to a 10-1 lead, led by 14 early in the fourth quarter, then nearly blew it all in a sluggish finish.

Cavs rout Wizards for fifth straight win (AP)

LeBron James scored 23 points, Zydrunas Ilgauskas had 24 without missing from the floor and the Cleveland Cavaliers destroyed the Washington Wizards 121-85 on Wednesday night for their season-high fifth straight victory. Ilgauskas went 10-of-10 from the field and spent the entire fourth quarter resting on the bench.

Wizards complete season sweep of Mavs (AP)

Caron Butler and Antawn Jamison gave the Washington Wizards their first season sweep of the Dallas Mavericks since 1996-97. Butler had 25 points and nine rebounds, Jamison added 23 points and eight rebounds, and Washington overcame Josh Howard's 32 points to beat Dallas 102-84 Monday, the Mavericks' biggest loss of the season.

Wizards end Knicks' winning streak at 3 (AP)

That sudden surge by the New York Knicks? Over, emphatically. Antawn Jamison scored 32 points and Caron Butler added 22 while stretching his made free-throw streak to an NBA season-high 54 Friday night, leading the Washington Wizards to a 111-98 victory over New York, which had won its previous three games.

Wiz' Thomas hopes to return from heart surgery
Washington Wizards center Etan Thomas hopes to return from open heart surgery this season. Thomas said in a radio interview Friday that he should be able to practice with his teammates soon, the next step in getting back on the court after having a 4 1/2-hour operation in October to replace a leaking aortic valve. "I definitely plan on returning this year," Thomas said on "The John Thompson Show" on WTEM. "My recovery is going well," Thomas said. "I'm able to do more and more.

Wizards' Thomas hopes to rejoin team this season
Washington Wizards center Etan Thomas hopes to return from open heart surgery this season.

Wizards' Thomas eyes return from surgery (AP)
Washington Wizards center Etan Thomas hopes to return from open heart surgery this season. Thomas said in a radio interview Friday that he should be able to practice with his teammates soon, the next step in getting back on the court after having a 4 1/2 -hour operation in October to replace a leaking aortic valve.

Knicks enjoy rarity: Back-to-back wins (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 29 points and the New York Knicks beat the Washington Wizards 105-93 Tuesday night to give them consecutive victories for only the third time this season. Zach Randolph and Nate Robinson added 14 points apiece for the Knicks, who will go for their first three-game winning streak of the season Wednesday at New Jersey.

Celtics suffer first back-to-back losses (AP)

After a successful sweep of the league-leading Boston Celtics, the Washington Wizards are starting to think big even without a healthy Gilbert Arenas. Caron Butler scored 21 and Washington beat Boston 88-83 on Monday night for the Wizards' second victory over the Celtics in three days. "Our eyes are on winning a championship," Butler said.

Wizards rally, stun sloppy Celtics 85-78 (AP)

When the turnover count hit 20, the Boston Celtics were in trouble. Now, the team that had been routing the NBA has lost two out of three. The Washington Wizards, overcoming a sloppy night of their own, rallied from a seven-point, fourth-quarter deficit and closed the game with a 15-4 run Saturday night for an 85-78 victory over the Celtics Both teams showed the aftereffects of tough games the...

Hawks' bad day continues with OT loss (AP)

The Atlanta Hawks lost a doubleheader Friday. Commissioner David Stern took away a win in the afternoon, then Atlanta fell to Washington in the evening. Antawn Jamison scored 22 points and Caron Butler added 21 to lead the Wizards to a 102-98 victory over the hard-luck Hawks. Josh Smith scored 35 points for Atlanta, but it wasn't enough to overcome the team's 12-of-22 showing at the foul line.

Rockets win again without McGrady, 92-84 (AP)

Still unsure when they'll get Tracy McGrady back, the Houston Rockets are doing just fine without him right now. Luther Head's season-high 24 points and Rafer Alston's double-double Tuesday night led Houston past the Washington Wizards 92-84, the Rockets' third consecutive victory. Alston finished with 15 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds, and Yao Ming scored 21 points for Houston, which is 5-2...

McGrady could return to Rockets Friday
Tracy McGrady will be checked out by the Houston Rockets' medical staff Thursday to determine when he'll be able to return from his left knee injury. "We certainly are missing him," Rockets coach Rick Adelman said before Tuesday night's game at the Washington Wizards. "But it's important that he's healthy when he does start playing." McGrady, sidelined by strained tendons, tendinitis and a bone bruise in his left knee, last played Dec. 23. He's the Rockets' leading scorer at 22.

Rockets' McGrady could return Friday (AP)
Tracy McGrady will be checked out by the Houston Rockets' medical staff Thursday to determine when he'll be able to return from his left knee injury. "We certainly are missing him," Rockets coach Rick Adelman said before Tuesday night's game at the Washington Wizards. "But it's important that he's healthy when he does start playing." McGrady, sidelined by strained tendons, tendinitis and a bone...

Wizards All-Star not sure when he'll return
Gilbert Arenas said he hopes he'll return from a second knee operation and be back in the Washington Wizards' lineup within two months. "I don't really know. I keep pushing it back," the All-Star point guard told the team's Web site on Saturday. "Hopefully, I will be able to come back sometime between the middle of February to the middle of March." Arenas had surgery last April, then needed another operation in November. At the time, his recovery was expected to take three months.

Arenas eyeing return, not sure it'll be this season
Gilbert Arenas said he hopes to return from a second knee operation and be back in the Washington Wizards' lineup within two months but isn't sure that will happen.

Butler, Jamison lead Wizards past Sonics (AP)

Caron Butler scored 33 points and Antawn Jamison added 21 points and 12 rebounds, leading the Washington Wizards to a 108-86 win over the Seattle SuperSonics on Sunday. It was Butler's third game of 30 or more points, and the second consecutive game the Wizards won by more than 20 -- the first time that's happened since December 2004.

Wizards defeat listless Bucks 101-77 (AP)

Antawn Jamison scored 24 points and the Washington Wizards shot 55 percent from the field to beat the listless Milwaukee Bucks 101-77 on Friday night. The game wasn't competitive from the start with the Bucks missing leading scorer Michael Redd, who was kneed in the left thigh against Miami on Wednesday night and is day-to-day.

Bucks' Redd out with thigh bruise
Bucks guard Michael Redd did not play Friday night against the Washington Wizards after bruising his left thigh against the Miami Heat on Wednesday. The Bucks' leading scorer, averaging 23.4 points, is listed as day-to-day and coach Larry Krystkowiak said he wasn't sure if Redd would make a two-game road trip that begins Sunday at Charlotte.

Bucks G Redd sidelined with thigh bruise (AP)
Bucks guard Michael Redd did not play Friday night against the Washington Wizards after bruising his left thigh against the Miami Heat on Wednesday. The Bucks' leading scorer, averaging 23.4 points, is listed as day-to-day and coach Larry Krystkowiak said he wasn't sure if Redd would make a two-game road trip that begins Sunday at Charlotte.

Pistons extend winning streak to 10 (AP)

With Richard Hamilton leading the way, the Detroit Pistons are not only winning night in and night out, they're winning easily. Hamilton's 20 points made him the 10th-leading scorer in franchise history, and he added nine assists and seven rebounds to help Detroit earn its 10th consecutive victory by beating the Washington Wizards 106-93 Wednesday night.

Daniels set to return to Wizards lineup (AP)
With Antonio Daniels set to return to their starting lineup, the Washington Wizards waived guard Mike Wilks on Monday. Wilks played in four games and averaged 1.3 points, 1.5 rebounds and 11 minutes. Washington was his eighth NBA club since he started with the Atlanta Hawks during the 2002-03 season. The Wizards signed Wilks after Daniels sprained his right knee in a game Dec.

Wizards roll by slumping Heat 96-74 (AP)

Dwyane Wade was weary, Shaquille O'Neal wasn't around, and the Miami Heat never stood much of a chance against the balanced Washington Wizards. Andray Blatche scored 18 points, the Wizards led by as many as 30, and they beat the Heat 96-74 Saturday night, Miami's fourth loss in a row. It was the lowest point total for the Heat -- or any Wizards opponent -- this season.

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

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

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

Jefferson, Carter lead Nets over Wizards (AP)

Richard Jefferson had 26 points, Vince Carter added 24 and Jason Kidd just missed his 95th triple-double, leading the New Jersey Nets to a 109-106 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night. Kidd finished with 20 points, 12 assists and eight rebounds as New Jersey earned only its fourth win in the last 14 home games.

Butler returns, helps Wizards end skid (AP)

Caron Butler returned from two sore ankles to score 25 points and the Washington Wizards rode big games from four players to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 108-104 on Wednesday night to snap a three-game losing streak. Antawn Jamison added 26 points and 14 rebounds, Roger Mason scored a career-high 24 points and Brendan Haywood had 20 points and nine rebounds for the Wizards, who gave coach Eddie...

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.

Hawks win fourth straight, top Wizards (AP)

As well as Joe Johnson was shooting, it was one of his passes that led to the game's biggest basket for the surging Atlanta Hawks. Johnson scored 16 of his 32 points in the final quarter and set up Josh Smith's tiebreaking 3-pointer with a minute left Friday night, leading Atlanta past the Washington Wizards 97-92 for its season-high fourth consecutive victory.

Bone spurs force Bulls' Wallace to bench vs. Wiz
Ben Wallace sat out the Chicago Bulls' game against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night because of a sore left foot.

Sore left foot sidelines Bulls C Wallace (AP)
Ben Wallace sat out the Chicago Bulls' game against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night because of a sore left foot. It's the first game he has missed this season, although Wallace and coach Scott Skiles said the foot has been a problem for a while. "I've got bone spurs on the top of my foot," Wallace said.

Injury-riddled Wiz expected to sign guard Wilks
The injury-depleted Washington Wizards are expected to sign guard Mike Wilks and have him in uniform for Wednesday's game against the Chicago Bulls.

Wizards' Daniels out with sprained knee
Antonio Daniels is expected to miss two to four weeks with a sprained knee, leaving the Washington Wizards without their top two point guards for at least seven games. Daniels sprained his right MCL during the second quarter of Thursday night's win over Miami. He finished the game and had 11 points and five assists. The Wizards are already missing Gilbert Arenas, who had knee surgery Nov. 21 and isn't expected to return until March at the earliest.

Stevenson's 5 3s get Wizards past Kings (AP)

It's been a strange season for DeShawn Stevenson. He's started every game for the Washington Wizards, but sometimes he's been ineffective. Held scoreless in four games, he's led his team in scoring for the past two. On Saturday night, with the Wizards playing without both its top two point guards, Stevenson had 19 points, including five 3-pointers, to lead the Wizards to a 92-79 win over the...

Wizards' Daniels out 2-4 weeks with knee sprain
Antonio Daniels is expected to miss two to four weeks with a sprained knee, leaving the Washington Wizards without their top two point guards for at least seven games.

Daniels sidelined by sprained knee
Antonio Daniels is expected to miss two to four weeks with a sprained knee, leaving the Washington Wizards without their top two point guards for at least seven games. Daniels sprained his right MCL during the second quarter of Thursday night's win over Miami. He finished the game and had 11 points and five assists. The Wizards are already missing Gilbert Arenas, who had knee surgery Nov. 21 and isn't expected to return until mid-February at the earliest.

Wizards G Daniels out 2-4 weeks (AP)
Antonio Daniels is expected to miss two to four weeks with a sprained knee, leaving the Washington Wizards without their top two point guards for at least seven games. Daniels sprained his right MCL during the second quarter of Thursday night's win over Miami. He finished the game and had 11 points and five assists.

Wizards end 8-game road skid vs. Heat (AP)

DeShawn Stevenson scored a season-high 26 points and the Washington Wizards added to Miami's misery at home, beating the Heat 104-91 on Thursday night. Caron Butler finished with 19 points and nine rebounds, Antawn Jamison had 16 points and 16 rebounds and Brendan Haywood added 12 points for Washington, which had lost each of its last eight trips to Miami and had dropped 15 of 16 overall to the...

Wizards beat Wolves to move above .500 (AP)
The Washington Wizards are down to nine healthy players, so it's a good thing six scored in double figures Tuesday night. Antawn Jamison led the way with 22 points and 13 rebounds, Caron Butler added 20 points and 10 rebounds, and Washington overcame a career-high 36 points from Craig Smith to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 102-88.

Wolves coach Wittman returns after back surgery
Minnesota Timberwolves coach Randy Wittman returned to practice following back surgery and is to work Tuesday night's game against Washington.

Wittman returns to T-wolves after surgery
Minnesota Timberwolves coach Randy Wittman returned to practice following back surgery and is to work Tuesday night's game against Washington. He was on the team flight to Washington, Timberwolves spokesman Mike Cristaldi said Monday. Wittman missed three games, with assistant coach Jerry Sichting going 1-2 in his place. That included a surprise victory Saturday over the Phoenix Suns. The Timberwolves have the NBA's worst record at 3-15.

Butler's 28 help Wizards top Nets 104-89 (AP)

Caron Butler scored 20 of his 28 points in the second half, le