Nash named GM of Team Canada
Two-time NBA MVP Steve Nash of the Phoenix Suns was named general manager of Canada’s national basketball team on Tuesday, replacing Leo Rautins who resigned in September.
Howard to have season-ending surgery
Dwight Howard will undergo surgery for a bad back, ending his season with the Orlando Magic and likely eliminating him from playing for the USA at the London Olympics, the team said Thursday.
Lakers get Ramon Sessions
The Los Angeles Lakers acquired point guard Ramon Sessions from Cleveland on Thursday in a four-player trade sending Luke Walton and Jason Kapono to the Cavaliers.
Jordan says Chinese suit to go ahead
Retired NBA superstar Michael Jordan Thursday welcomed the news that Chinese courts have agreed to hear his lawsuit against a Chinese sportswear and shoe maker over unauthorized use of his name.
Bologna finds sponsor to sign Kobe Bryant
ROME (Xinhua) — Bologna president Claudio Sabatini confirmed a sponsorship capable of funding a move for NBA star Kobe Bryant’s signing.
