Archive for September, 2009

After Shaq, Suns say it’s full speed ahead

With the failed Shaquille O’Neal experiment in their rearview mirror, the Phoenix Suns plan to put the pedal to the metal and hope for the best.

LeBron James, Shaquille O’Neal give Cleveland a sporting chance

It’s a star-studded roster. It’s a budget-busting payroll. It’s a mob of microphones and reporters on media day.

Suns happy, healthy… but are they any good?

The Suns will lead the NBA in two categories this year: Points and group hugs. You could almost hear the strains of Kumbaya in the background as the Suns held Media Day Monday, then departed for training camp in San Diego.

Suns appear hungry as camp nears

Suns training camp can sneak up in late September with breath barely caught and elimination wounds still fresh.

Report: Wolves reach deal with guard/forward Pavlovic

The 6-foot-8 Pavlovic played for Cleveland last season and was part of the trade that sent Shaquille O’Neal from the Suns to the Cavaliers and brought Ben Wallace to Phoenix.. Pavlovic played in 66 games last season for the cavaliers and averaged 4.6 points and 1.9 rebounds per games.

Shaquille O’Neal “Welcome to Cleveland” party at The Barley House

The Barley House at 1265 West Sixth Street will host the “Welcome to Cleveland” celebration for Cleveland Cavaliers center Shaquille O’Neal from 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, Sept.

Suns buy out contract of Sasha Pavlovic

The Phoenix Suns reached an agreement on a contract buyout with swingman Sasha Pavlovic, who was acquired from Cleveland as part of the trade that sent Shaquille O’Neal to the Cavaliers.

From The Sports Wire

A former Kentucky high school football coach was found not guilty Thursday in the death of a player who collapsed at a practice where the team was put through a series of sprints on a hot summer day.

Sunsa Aaron Nelson voted trainer of the year

It really comes as no shock that a man who could keep Steve Nash, Grant Hill and Shaquille O’Neal healthy for a combined 231 games last season, is one of the best trainers in the league.

Timberwolves ink Pavlovic to 1-year pact

Sasha Pavlovic signed Thursday with the Timberwolves. i The Minnesota Timberwolves signed Serbian swingman Sasha Pavlovic to a one-year contract on Thursday.

Shaqye Oa West

A politically incorrect blog about Arizona sports. Shaqye O’West September 14th, 2009 9:49 PM by zodogg34 After Kanye West’s outburst at the MTV Video Music Awards, many observers were left to wonder what kind of egomaniac someone has to be to try to become the center of attention in any situation.

Suns Reach Buyout With Pavlovic

The Phoenix Suns and swingman Sasha Pavlovic have reached a contract buyout agreement, the club announced on Tuesday.

Richardson back, eager to ‘move on’

Suns voluntary five-on-five workout Jason Richardson joined the Suns’ voluntary workouts Thursday but he doesn’t necessarily share his teammates’ eagerness for the Oct.

NBA notes: Sept. 11

Michael Jordan was the best, no doubt about it. That’s what Charles Barkley was forced to acknowledge in 1984, when he came to the U.S. Olympic trials saying he was the best player in the nation and left realizing someone was better.

Jason Kidd buys PV home for $5.95 million

Jason Kidd, the former Suns point guard who plays for the Dallas Mavericks, has bought an 11,585-square foot house in Paradise Valley for $5.95 million.