LeBron James Sprained Ankle Against Celtics

Superstar LeBron James left Wednesday's game at Boston wth a sprained ankle. He underwent X-rays which were negative and later returned.

Report: Suns Still Pursuing Brent Barry

The Suns were still pursuing Brent Barry with a full-court press on Wednesday, but they can’t afford to wait much longer for his decision," writes Jerry Brown of the EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE. "With the deadline for free agents to sign with new teams and still be eligible for the playoffs looming on Saturday, Suns players and coaches followed up general manager Steve Kerr’s visit to the Barry family in San Antonio with phone call pleas of their own.

Rockets Remain Optimistic About Playoff Chances

Barely an hour after receiving the news that Yao Ming was lost for the season, Tracy McGrady wasn't surprised to hear that most observers around the NBA expect the Rockets to fade from the playoff race. He just didn't think those thoughts were very accurate.

Baron Davis

Warriors guard Baron Davis earned his SAG membership by appearing in movies and shows including ABC Family's 'Lincoln Heights

Caron Butler

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.

Lil Wayne Blames Himself For Arizona Tour-Bus Bust

If [the police] would have stopped [the bus] that night, and I had everything under control, it wouldUnfortunately for Weezy F. Baby, his current mini-tour (an official tour is expected later this year) has had to include a few stops in court, where he's up on a series of serious charges. The most severe allegations against the Cash Money Millionaire come from Yuma, Arizona, where he was recently indicted on possession of a narcotic drug for sale, possession of dangerous drugs, misconduct involving weapons and possession of drug paraphernalia. n't have been nothing,' he says.

Bryant Leads Lakers Past Roy-less Blazers for Ninth Straight Win

Kobe Bryant scored 11 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter and the Lakers beat Portland 96-83 on Tuesday night for their ninth straight victory

Kobe Is MVP

In the L.A. TIMES, Bill Plaschke writes “finally, this season, for the first time, it is a reality. "M-V-P! M-V-P! M-V-P!" Kobe Bryant can win it. Kobe Bryant should win it. The chant that began just four minutes into the Lakers' 96-83 victory over Portland on Tuesday night should finally become a part of Bryant's resume. He's been a great scorer for lousy teams. He's been a brilliant entertainer.”

Lakers Biggest Winners in Player Shuffles

In the PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, David Aldridge writes “in the liveliest NBA trade season in quite some time, nearly every contending team made a significant move by yesterday's deadline. And those that didn't were trying up to the last minute. Grading on the curve, here are some early assessments: A-plus: Lakers. (They acquired Pau Gasol from Memphis for Kwame Brown, Javaris Crittenton, Aaron McKie, the rights to Marc Gasol, and draft picks.) A: Spurs. (They acquired Kurt Thomas from Seattle for Brent Barry, Francisco Elson, and a 2009 first-round pick. They also signed Damon Stoudamire.)”

Cavs' Gibson Expected to Miss Four to Six Weeks

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson could miss six weeks with a severely sprained left ankle, the latest costly injury for the defending Eastern Conference champions," according to an Associated Press report on ESPN.com. "An MRI taken on Thursday at the Cleveland Clinic confirmed the sprain, and the club said Gibson is expected to be out 4-to-6 weeks. Gibson has been Cleveland's best outside shooter all season, the one player teammate LeBron James can count on to make an open jumper

Bryant’s 41 Help Lakers Spoil O’Neal’s Suns Debut

Kobe Bryant scored 41 points to help the Los Angeles Lakers spoil Shaquille O'Neal's Phoenix debut with a 130-124 victory over the Suns on Wednesday night.

Artest’s 29 Help Kings Down Hawks

Ron Artest scored 29 points and Kevin Martin had 26 for the Sacramento Kings in a 119-107 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night that spoiled the homecoming of ex-teammate Mike Bibby.

Artest’s 29 Help Kings Down Hawks

Ron Artest scored 29 points and Kevin Martin had 26 for the Sacramento Kings in a 119-107 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night that spoiled the homecoming of ex-teammate Mike Bibby.

Maggette Powers Clippers to Win over Grizzlies

Corey Maggette had 30 points and 10 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers beat Memphis 100-86 on Wednesday night, sending the Grizzlies to their 11th straight road loss.

Rockets Get Bobby Jackson for Wells, James

In the HOUSTON CHRONICLE, Jonathan Feigen reports “the Rockets reached agreement on a deal that will send guard/forward Bonzi Wells and guard Mike James to New Orleans today in exchange for backup point guard Bobby Jackson, individuals with knowledge of the talks said Wednesday night. The deal, which has grown to include the minor involvement of the Memphis Grizzlies, is pending league approval, with a conference call scheduled for today. The Rockets will make the move to add Jackson as a veteran point guard to play behind Rafer Alston, sending Wells to the first-place Hornets while getting New Orleans to take on the two seasons

students turned into a near-death experience

Witnesses say a 19-year-old senior and a 17-year-old sophomore, whose names have not yet been released, got into a heated argument in Mitchell High School's cafeteria when the 17-year-old whipped out a gun and fired at his classmate three or four times.

Eminem Memoir In The Works

Eminem will release a book later this year, MTV News has learned, but details surrounding the project were vague at press time.But the rapper's label, Interscope Records, denied having a solid release date for the book and blasted the publisher for delivering inaccurate information.

Nuggets Beat Celtics in Garnett’s Return

Carmelo Anthony scored 29 points, Allen Iverson added 28 and the Denver Nuggets spoiled the return of Kevin Garnett, holding on for a 124-118 victory over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night.

Bulls’ Gordon To Return Tonight; Deng Questionable

In the CHICAGO TRIBUNE, K.C. Johnson writes “Ben Gordon and Luol Deng finally returned to the practice court after missing extensive time with injuries. Gordon said his sprained right wrist is still sore, but he feels well enough to play Wednesday night in New Jersey. Interim coach Jim Boylan said Deng, who didn't to speak to the media, is a game-time decision with his left Achilles' tendinitis. John Paxson is gauging trade options in advance of Thursday's NBA trade deadline

Kidd feeling comfortable after first practice

“It’s kind of like your first day of school or first day of training camp, just trying to catch on,” Kidd said. “We have 29 games left, so most of the guys were great in helping us new guys with the plays. Coach explained it extremely well, so we’ll do some studying tonight and see how our first test goes tomorrow.”