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| Sixers waive Jones-Jennings |
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10/05/2009 |
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| Philadelphia, PA (MySportsbook) - The Philadelphia 76ers waived forward Rashad Jones-Jennings on Monday. In 2007, Jones-Jennings played for Arkansas-Little Rock and led the nation in rebounding but went undrafted. Last season, he played for FC Bayern Munchen of the German League and averaged 8.1 points and 10.1 rebounds. |
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| Williams prosecutor can't recall learning of slur |
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09/30/2009 |
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| hooting testified at the first trial that Williams snapped the gun shut and it fired, hitting Christofi in the chest, and that Williams told them to lie to police about what happened. Williams retired in 2000 after nine seasons in the NBA with the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Nets. He has been free on bail since the shooting. He could face a maximum of 10 years in prison if convicted of the reckless manslaughter count. The four cover-up convictions carry a maximum combined sentence of 13 years, but he wo |
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| Williams prosecutor contradicts boss about slur |
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09/30/2009 |
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| to state Superior Court Judge Edward Coleman until the fall of 2007, more than three years after the trial. Williams' attorneys claim they should have been notified before the trial. Williams retired in 2000 after nine seasons in the NBA with the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Nets. He has been free on bail since the shooting.Copyright © 2005 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. The information contained in the AP News report may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without the |
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| Sixers sign Jones-Jennings |
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09/30/2009 |
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| Philadelphia, PA (MySportsbook) - The Philadelphia 76ers signed free agent forward Rashad Jones-Jennings on Wednesday. In 2007, Jones-Jennings played for Arkansas-Little Rock and led the nation in rebounding, but went undrafted. Last season, he played for FC Bayern Munchen of the German League and averaged 8.1 points and 10.1 rebounds. |
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| Jordan excited for fresh start with 76ers |
NBA Basketball |
09/29/2009 |
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| stay up all night watching NBA games. His sixth season as coach of the Washington Wizards ended when he was fired on Nov. 24 after only 11 games. Every game on TV was one more reminder how much he missed the game and wanted back in the league. The Philadelphia 76ers gave Jordan that chance - along with a three-year contract. Jordan was where he wanted to be on Tuesday, back on the basketball court trying to shape the Sixers into a disciplined, defense-first team that can be a factor in the Eastern Conference. |
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| Sixers need a better Brand |
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09/29/2009 |
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| ld over the last 20 years or so. Looking to stick their hands deeper into the pockets of fans, many sports franchises change logos and jerseys every few years, thinking their most loyal customers will shell out the money for the new merchandise. The Philadelphia 76ers went back to the future for their re-branding campaign this season, retrieving their classic red, white and blue logo used during their last championship run in 1982-83. Change was certainly needed. In a four-sport city, the Sixers are nothing but a |
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| Williams prosecutor questioned on slur by employee |
NBA Basketball |
09/29/2009 |
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| 2004 trial. The testimony occurred during a hearing in state Superior Court, where Williams' defense team is attempting to show that racial bias tainted the investigation and prosecution. Williams, who retired in 2000 after nine seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Nets, was acquitted of aggravated manslaughter in 2004 in the shooting two years earlier of hired driver Costas ``Gus'' Christofi at Williams' central New Jersey mansion. He was convicted on four counts of attempting to cover up the |
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| Pacers extend O'Brien's contract |
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09/25/2009 |
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| ons under O'Brien. "I appreciate (owner) Herb (Simon) and Larry's confidence as we move toward getting this franchise back to where it belongs," O'Brien said. "I love Indianapolis and all of the fans in Indiana, and I remain committed to bringing a championship to the Indiana Pacers." O'Brien's coaching career includes four seasons at the helm for the Boston Celtics, posting a 139-119 record, with playoff appearances in 2002 and 2003. He then coached the Philadelphia 76ers for one season in 2004-05, going 43-39. |
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| 76ers sign free agent swingman Rodney Carney |
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09/15/2009 |
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PHILADELPHIA (AP) -The Philadelphia 76ers have signed free agent swingman Rodney Carney a year after trading him. The 76ers signed the former first-round pick on Tuesday. Carney spent last season with the Minnesota Timberwolves, averaging 7.2 points and 1.9 rebounds in 67 games, including six starts. The 76ers acquired Carney in a draft-night trade in 2006 after he was selected 16th overall by Chicago. After two seasons with the Sixers, Philadelphia traded him to Minnesota along with Calvin Booth in July 2 |
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| Sixers bring back Rodney Carney |
NBA Basketball |
09/15/2009 |
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| Philadelphia, PA (MySportsbook) - The Philadelphia 76ers signed free agent swingman Rodney Carney on Tuesday. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. "Rodney Carney is a player that we feel will mesh extremely well with our current personnel and in the up-tempo style of play that coach (Eddie) Jordan will continue to implement this season," Sixers General Manager Ed Stefanski said. "We think that Rodney is one of the most athletic players in the league who has the ability to stretch the floor and we are happ |
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