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Houston Attempting Another Comeback?

Allan Houston appears to be attempting yet another return to the NBA as a member of the Knicks, according to Newsday,

The former All-Star shooting guard, 37, has been working out and playing all summer and has reportedly spoken with New York GM Donnie Walsh about an invitation to training camp.

Houston retired on Oct. 17, 2005, after chronic knee troubles.

Via Newsday


Utah's Brewer Expects Big Things

Jazz guard Ronnie Brewer expects big things as he heads into his third NBA season this fall, according to Arkansas Democrat Gazette.

Training camp doesn't begin for the Jazz until Sept. 30, but Brewer has headed to Salt Lake City from his home in Arkansas to get some additional work in.

"I feel like I've done well with the opportunities I've had, but I'm not satisfied," Brewer said earlier this week. "I always want to strive to get better."

Brewer averaged 12.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.7 steals in 76 games last season.

"I can't be satisfied or relax because in the NBA, everybody's out there working to get better," he added.

Via Arkansas Democrat Gazette


HOF UTEP Coach Don Haskins Dies At 78

Don Haskins, who was largely credited with helping break color barriers in college sports in 1966 when he used five black starters to win a national basketball title for Texas Western, died Sunday at the age of 78.

Texas-El Paso spokesman Jeff Darby said the Hall of Fame coach died Sunday afternoon.

Via AP



Thunder Tickets In Demand In OKC

Thunder team officials claim that there is a very high demand for season tickets by Oklahoma City fans, according to Oklahoman.

The team has scheduled seat-selection appointments with fans, but a number of the dates might be canceled due to the high demand.

"As we review the demand, we plan to institute a cap and expect to reach that limit before the week is finished,” said team spokesman Dan Mahoney. "We will be in communication with fans on the list and inform them of the progress."

Applicants unable to purchase season tickets will be placed on a waiting list for future season tickets.

Via Oklahoman


Gallinari Skipped Rookie Program

Knicks' rookie Danilo Gallinari was excused from the NBA's Rookie Transition Program last week as he is currently back home in Italy, according to Newsday.

He has suffered from back soreness recently but is expected to be in the States and ready for training camp.

Via Newsday


Kevin Kruger Gets Tryout With Milwaukee

Former UNLV star Kevin Kruger reported to the Milwaukee Bucks' camp this weekend as he attempts to stick on with an NBA team, according to Las Vegas Sun.

Kruger was the last player cut by the Magic last season.

The guard averaged 13.3 points and 7.1 assists last season for Utah in the NBDL.

Via Las Vegas Sun


Suns Look To Bolster Defense

The Suns have five new players among the thirteen on their roster, and they hope to bolster their defense this season, according to Arizona Republic.

"Our defense will be better just because we're going to have different schemes," said new Coach Terry Porter. "It's always a challenge when you get a new group together. You have to see how everyone responds and plays off each other. From an energy standpoint, we're going to be solid. Effort is going to be consistent. It really comes down to having more of a presence at the defensive end."

Lopez will bring a hard-working attitude off the bench, as will defensively-oriented guard Sean Singletary.

"I don't foresee scoring to be a problem going forward," Porter said. "Are we going to be scoring 115 a night? Probably not. I'd like to be a team that defends a lot better. That's going to be a focus of ours. And a team that scores in the 100s.

"I'm more of a traditional type of guy about guys playing the same positions and traditional sets. I'll be running pretty basic NBA sets but just have different wrinkles than they've had in years past."

Via Arizona Republic


Ewing Hoping Jr. Makes It With Knicks

Patrick Ewing is hoping that his son Patrick Ewing Jr. can make it big with the Knicks, according to Newsday.

Patrick Jr., 24, was a second round pick in June's NBA Draft and has already been traded twice, landing in New York in late August.

"Hopefully, he'll have a great career there," the elder Ewing said. "Hopefully, as long as mine and, hopefully, he'll be successful."

"People didn't think I had offensive ability, which is the same thing they think about him," Ewing added. "They just perceive him as a defensive player."

Via Newsday


Nash Gets Star On Canada's Walk Of Fame

Suns' point guard Steve Nash received a star on Canada's Walk of Fame in downtown Toronto on Saturday, according to C-FAX 1070.

Nash was one of eight celebrities who had stars unveiled on Saturday, bringing the total number of honorees up to 115.

The two-time NBA MVP was born in South Africa but grew up in Victoria.

Via C-FAX 1070


Retirement A Possibility For Abdur-Rahim

Retirement is a strong possibility for Kings' forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim as his 31-year-old body begins to wear down, according to Sacramento Bee.

Abdur-Rahim's troublesome right knee could prevent him from taking part in October's training camp, which could mean retirement and an early start to a coaching career.

The Sacramento forward said his physical progress remains "slow," and that he's "going to sit down and focus on that when I get back."

He's currently on an 11-day trip to Africa that will conclude on Monday.

Abdur-Rahim averaged just 1.7 points and 1.7 rebounds in six games for the Kings in 2007-08.

Via Sacramento Bee


Knicks Confirm Randolph Trade Talks

Donnie Walsh confirmed to the New York Daily News that the club is discussing a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies that would involve Zach Randolph.

"There is no deal," Walsh said over the telephone early Saturday. "We've spoken to Memphis but there is nothing happening so far."

Via New York Daily News