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Feb 22, 2008 10:25 PM CST

Dunleavy, Pacers Knock Off New Jersey

Ex-Warriors forward drops in 34 as Indiana stays in playoff hunt

(Newser) - In a battle of shorthanded teams, Indiana used a 12-1 third-quarter run to pull away from the Jason Kidd-less Nets in a 113-103 win. Mike Dunleavy led the Pacers, who were missing starters Jermaine O'Neal and Jamaal Tinsley, with 34 points, while Jeff Foster was a force inside with 10...

Hornets Sting Kidd in Debut With Mavs

Feb 21, 2008 12:50 AM CST

Hornets Sting Kidd in Debut With Mavs

Nets manage fine against Bulls, Bucks edge Pistons

(Newser) - Chris Paul showed his mettle again, scoring 31 points in the Hornets' 104-93 besting of Dallas last night, the Times-Picayune reports. " Every camera in America said it was a great starting line up with J-Kidd coming in," Paul said after the game. Kidd, in his first game with...

Kidd: Mavs Deal's Alive and Well

Feb 18, 2008 12:13 AM CST

Kidd: Mavs Deal's Alive and Well

Hassell, Van Horn will replace balky pawns George, Stackhouse

(Newser) - Reluctant trade pieces Devean George and Jerry Stackhouse got their way and will be staying in Dallas—but Jason Kidd is likely joining them regardless, reports ESPN. The blockbuster deal for the veteran Nets point guard will include Mavs Keith Van Horn and Trenton Hassell instead, along with Devin Harris,...

NBA Nixes Stackhouse Return to Mavs

Feb 15, 2008 9:36 PM CST

NBA Nixes Stackhouse Return to Mavs

If Dallas trades him to Nets, he can't re-sign with his old team

(Newser) - Jason Kidd's road to Dallas runs into more road blocks every day, and now the journey may never be completed, reports ESPN. Friday the NBA told the Mavericks that Jerry Stackhouse can be part of the trade with the New Jersey Nets, but he can’t return to the Mavs...

Mavericks Sky Over Blazers

Feb 14, 2008 1:19 AM CST

Mavericks Sky Over Blazers

Nowitzki's 37 lead way in blowout of Portland

(Newser) - The Dallas Mavericks pushed away Jason Kidd trade rumors long enough last night to hammer the Portland Trail Blazers 96-76, reports the Dallas Morning News. Dirk Nowitzki led the way with 37 points as the Mavs snapped a two-game losing streak. Devean George, who stalled the Kidd trade earlier, started...

Howard, Magic Take Down Nuggets 109-98

Feb 14, 2008 12:06 AM CST

Howard, Magic Take Down Nuggets 109-98

Pistons handle Pacers, Raptors stomp Kidd-less Nets

(Newser) - Dwight Howard scored 23 points and grabbed 24 rebounds as Orlando defeated Denver 109-98. It was Howard’s sixth 20-point, 20-rebound of the season and it came on the heels of coach Stan Van Gundy’s accusation that the young center was worrying too much about scoring, reports the Associated...

No Kidding: George Nixes Deal

UPDATED

Feb 13, 2008 9:28 PM CST

No Kidding: George Nixes Deal

Mavs forward would have been part of seven-player deal sending Jason Kidd to Dallas

(Newser) - The New Jersey Nets were on the verge of trading Jason Kidd to the Dallas Mavericks, but Mavs forward Devean George has exercised his right to block the trade, reports ESPN. The NBA's latest blockbuster deal would have sent Devin Harris, Jerry Stackhouse, DeSagana Diop, Maurice Ager, and George to...

Pistons Have Need for 'Sheed, Shed Pacers

Jan 29, 2008 11:08 PM CST

Pistons Have Need for 'Sheed, Shed Pacers

Kidd, New Jersey end losing streak; Miami starts a new one

(Newser) - Rasheed Wallace's play on both ends spurred the Pistons to a 110-104 win over a sharp-shooting Pacers team; he had 24 points, 10 boards, and a key block with half a minute remaining to protect the Detroit lead. With Jermaine O'Neal out due to injury, Indiana hit 12 of 24...

Artest, Kings Embarrass
Nets 128-94

Jan 23, 2008 3:03 AM CST

Artest, Kings Embarrass Nets 128-94

Sacramento is red hot from the field as New Jersey continues slide

(Newser) - The Kings led the New Jersey Nets by 11 after the first period and never looked back as Sacramento cruised to a 128-94 victory. Ron Artest led all scorers with 27 points. The mercurial small forward also grabbed six boards, dished four assists, swiped five steals and, for good measure,...

Suns Dominate Nets 116-92

Jan 21, 2008 3:11 AM CST

Suns Dominate Nets 116-92

New Jersey extends its winless streak in Phoenix to 14

(Newser) - The Phoenix Suns' 116-92 dispatching of New Jersey marked the fourth straight time they have held an opponent to under 100 points—their best such streak this season. This win came off a balanced and solid effort from the Suns' starting six, who all scored at least 12 points and...

Red-Hot Blazers Bounce Back Against Nets

Jan 14, 2008 10:45 PM CST

Red-Hot Blazers Bounce Back Against Nets

Surprising division leaders whip NJ, which falls below .500

(Newser) - After losing a tough double-overtime affair at Toronto Sunday, Portland showed resilience tonight, winning with ease 99-73 over inconsistent New Jersey. Five players hit double figures in scoring for the visiting Blazers for their 18th win in 20 games, according to the AP. LeMarcus Aldridge's 20 points was tops for...

Celtics First to 30 Wins After Beating Nets

Jan 11, 2008 11:15 PM CST

Celtics First to 30 Wins After Beating Nets

Boston's big three of Garnett, Allen and Pierce total 54 points

(Newser) - The last time the Celtics started 30-4 was the 1959-60 season, and they won the NBA title that time. What remains for this year's Boston team isn't known, but they've got to like where they sit after tonight's 86-77 comeback win over the Nets in East Rutherford. Boston held New...

Marbury, Knicks Extend Losing Streak to Six

Jan 5, 2008 6:20 AM CST

Marbury, Knicks Extend Losing Streak to Six

Meanwhile, Nuggets and Nets get wins over weaker opponents

(Newser) - New York was pesky last night, hanging with San Antonio all game long, but just couldn't get over the hump, losing 97-93. Tim Bowen, known more for his all-league defensive prowess, scored 15 points for the Spurs and picked up some slack for Tim Duncan and Tony Parker, who had...

Paul Scorches Bobcats in Homecoming

Dec 28, 2007 11:15 PM CST

Paul Scorches Bobcats in Homecoming

Yao blocks out Grizz; Kidd's near triple double leads Nets over Wiz

(Newser) - The surprising New Orleans Hornets won easily at Charlotte tonight, led by Tyson Chandler's 17 points, 17 rebound performance paired with star guard Chris Paul's 17 points and 11 assists. The Bobcats were booed off the floor by the home fans at halftime. A former star at nearby Wake Forest,...

Pistons Find Touch, Win Sixth Straight

Dec 27, 2007 2:34 AM CST

Pistons Find Touch, Win Sixth Straight

78% shooting in third quarter puts New Jersey away

(Newser) - Detroit's near-65% shooting after halftime carried it to an 18-point victory over New Jersey, reports AP. Richard Hamilton scored 22 points for the Pistons who were also lifted by 17 points and 10 assists from Chauncey Billups. An 11-0 run in the third sealed it. Jason Kidd had 13 assists...

Nets' Woes Continue Against Kings

Dec 19, 2007 1:43 AM CST

Nets' Woes Continue Against Kings

John Salmons' 31 the difference in close game

(Newser) - Not only did Sacramento's John Salmons score a career best 31 points, but the shooting guard also saved the day, passing to teammate Francisco Garcia for a crucial three in the last minute of regulation. Sacramento ultimately won 106-101, earning only their second road victory of the season, the AP...

Carter's Nets Run Past LeBron's Cavs

Dec 15, 2007 4:00 AM CST

Carter's Nets Run Past LeBron's Cavs

Also: Orlando disposes of Charlotte while L.A. overcomes Grizzlies

(Newser) - New Jersey caught a break when it last played Cleveland, as star LeBron James missed the game. This time James was in the lineup and scored 29 points but the result was the same as New Jersey won, this time 105-97, reports The New York Times. Said Nets star Vince...

Raptors No Match For Celts' Juggernaut

Dec 7, 2007 11:23 PM CST

Raptors No Match For Celts' Juggernaut

Indiana defeats surprising Orlando; Rockets win at NJ

(Newser) - The franchise with 16 NBA championships got its 16th win in 18 games tonight, blowing out Toronto 112-84, reports the Globe and Mail. Boston improved to 10-0 at home and dominated the shorthanded Raptors throughout, shooting 53% and getting the usual solid performance from Kevin Garnett with 23 points. The...

Jefferson Leads Nets Blowout
of Cavaliers

Dec 4, 2007 11:05 PM CST

Jefferson Leads Nets Blowout of Cavaliers

LeBron watches from the bench as Cleveland drops fourth in a row

(Newser) - LeBron James missed his third consecutive game with an injured finger and was forced to watch his Cleveland teammates lose 100-79 to New Jersey from the bench. It was the fourth straight loss for the Cavaliers, who allowed Richard Jefferson to score a season-high 36 points. Cleveland looked disjointed on...

Nets Remain
in Skid, Fall to Jazz 102-75

Nov 20, 2007 5:32 AM CST

Nets Remain in Skid, Fall to Jazz 102-75

Sonics are hurting as well, with a 125-108 blowout loss to the Jazz

(Newser) - New Jersey dropped its sixth straight game last night, crumbling 102-75 in Utah, the AP reports. Deron Williams surged to 20 points on 8-of-11 shooting for the Jazz, and Eddie Gill's 10 consecutive points were his first this season. Richard Jefferson carried the Nets with 22 points, but Jason Kidd...