Nuggets Jul 2003 Archive

• Deal on table for Boykins

  Denver Post | Jul 31, 2003

  General manager Kiki Vandeweghe said Wednesday the Nuggets have offered a contract to Golden State free agent Earl Boykins.

• Nuggets hope Clips' signing trend at end

  Denver Post | Jul 30, 2003

  The Los Angeles Clippers have matched two of their restricted free agents' offer sheets, and the Nuggets are crossing their fingers that their Western Conference rival has no surprises for them.

• Nuggets' longest trip will be only 3 games

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 30, 2003

  If nothing else, the Denver Nuggets will not be homesick during the 2002-03 season.

• Judge limits media access during Kobe case

  Vail Daily | Jul 30, 2003

  An Eagle County judge Tuesday reassured reporters that an order he handed down restricting access to people involved in the Kobe Bryant case is a work in progress, but he added that some restrictions will certainly be necessary.

• Magic to sign Harvey?

  Orlando Sentinel | Jul 30, 2003

  Although they have 13 players already under contract for this season, the Magic are expected to sign at least one more, likely Donnell Harvey, a 6-8 power forward out of Florida.

• DA's office: Death threats exaggerated

  Vail Daily | Jul 30, 2003

  Among a new set of rumors swirling around the Kobe Bryant case is that a volley of death threats fired at the District Attorney's Office forced them to close the office Friday afternoon.

• Anthony leads charity win

  Denver Post | Jul 29, 2003

  Nuggets rookie Carmelo Anthony shook off his right ankle injury to steal the show Sunday night at the 18th annual Magic Johnson charity game in Los Angeles.

• James, Melo in Denver Dec. 2

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 29, 2003

  Want to give an early Christmas present? How about tickets to see LeBron James? The NBA's 2003-04 schedule will be released today, and league sources said Monday the one visit to the Pepsi Center by James, the high-school phenom drafted No.

• Nuggets opening vs. Spurs

  Denver Post | Jul 29, 2003

  The Nuggets will open their season at home Oct.

• Bryant case nets Web audience

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 28, 2003

  Free Kobe.

• Cashing in on LeBron-Carmelo rivalry

  Lorain Morning Journal | Jul 28, 2003

  The Cavaliers are expected to host the Denver Nuggets in the home opener this season, pitting not only the two worst teams in the league last year, but also perhaps the two top rookies.

• Denver close to offering Boykins deal

  Denver Post | Jul 27, 2003

  The Nuggets are expected to offer a contract to Golden State Warriors free agent Earl Boykins by early this week.

• Anthony's subtleties routinely impressive

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 26, 2003

  Carmelo Anthony drove baseline and made a move that nearly resulted in Philadelphia rookie Kyle Korver breaking both ankles.

• Judge demands silence in Bryant case

  Vail Daily | Jul 25, 2003

  An Eagle County judge Thursday ordered everyone directly connected with the Kobe Bryant case not to discuss it in public.

• Jackson available

  Denver Post | Jul 25, 2003

  San Antonio swingman Stephen Jackson is one of the significant free agents still available.

• Anthony out of Magic's all-star game

  Denver Post | Jul 25, 2003

  Due to an ankle injury, Nuggets rookie forward Carmelo Anthony will have to wait until the regular season to join heralded Cleveland Cavaliers rookie swingman LeBron James on the court.

• It's OK to be 'patient'

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 25, 2003

  Free agency so far has been a rush.

• Woman wrongly ID'd in Bryant case

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 24, 2003

  The family of an Eagle woman wrongly identified on the Internet as Kobe Bryant's alleged victim has hired an attorney, hoping to snuff the "wildfire" spread of her photo.

• Venue raises fairness questions

  Denver Post | Jul 24, 2003

  One of the legal questions stemming from the Kobe Bryant sex-assault case is whether the African-American NBA All-Star will try to move the trial out of predominantly white Eagle County.

• Pal tells story of Bryant accuser

  Denver Post | Jul 23, 2003

  A close friend of the woman who claims Kobe Bryant raped her says the basketball star asked the woman for a tour of the mountain resort and invited her into his room shortly after he checked in.

• Miller stakes raised twice

  Denver Post | Jul 23, 2003

  The Nuggets upped their ante Tuesday in the Brad Miller sweepstakes.

• Little Earl in town

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 23, 2003

  Golden State's 5-foot-5 free-agent point guard Earl Boykins will visit Denver today.

• Kings may be eyeing big deal

  Sacramento Bee | Jul 23, 2003

  The Kings have been on the sidelines during the recent free-agent period, but that doesn't mean they've been idle.

• Nuggets make all-star offer

  Denver Post | Jul 22, 2003

  The Nuggets made their move to acquire an NBA all-star Monday by offering free-agent center Brad Miller a contract in the six-year, $49 million range, according to sources close to the team.

• Peace, quiet luring Miller

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 22, 2003

  Andre Miller barely knew anybody in Denver.

• Offers take Miller out of Mavs' reach

  Fort Worth Star-Telegram | Jul 22, 2003

  Another big man on the Mavericks' free-agent wish list is on the verge on signing elsewhere.

• Jazz offers a 'boatload'

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 21, 2003

  The Utah Jazz might have priced the Denver Nuggets out of the Brad Miller derby.

• Pacers C on many wish lists

  Denver Post | Jul 21, 2003

  Nuggets general manager Kiki Vandeweghe is very interested in Indiana free-agent center Brad Miller.

• Nuggets pursue the Millers

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 20, 2003

  It's looking more and more as if the Los Angeles Clippers won't match the six-year, $51 million offer sheet that restricted free-agent point guard Andre Miller signed last Wednesday with the Denver Nuggets.

• Anthony scores 18 but Nuggets falter

  Boulder Daily Camera | Jul 20, 2003

  Carmelo Anthony scored 18 points in a team-high 32 minutes for the Denver Nuggets Saturday night during an 82-71 loss to the Utah Jazz in the teams' opening game of the Rocky Mountain Revue summer league.

• No decision by Brad Miller

  Indianapolis Star | Jul 20, 2003

  Pacers free-agent center Brad Miller returned to Indiana on Saturday night from a three-day Rocky Mountain tour without a clear vision of his immediate NBA future.

• Indiana's Brad Miller center of attention

  Salt Lake Tribune | Jul 20, 2003

  And on the fourth day of the NBA free-agent signing period, nothing happened.

• Jazz handle charge from 'stacked' Nuggets

  Salt Lake Tribune | Jul 20, 2003

  On paper, the Jazz should not have stood a chance in Saturday night's Rocky Mountain Revue game against Denver.

• No decision by Brad Miller

  Indianapolis Star | Jul 20, 2003

  Pacers free-agent center Brad Miller returned to Indiana on Saturday night from a three-day Rocky Mountain tour without a clear vision of his immediate NBA future.

• Clippers intend to keep Brand but won't rush

  Orange County Register | Jul 19, 2003

  The Clippers reiterated Friday they intend to match the six-year, $82 million dollar offer sheet received by restricted free-agent power forward Elton Brand from the Miami Heat.

• Miller leans toward exit

  Indianapolis Star | Jul 19, 2003

  The Indiana Pacers could be a day late and a few million dollars short in the Brad Miller sweepstakes.

• Odom speaks out on contract

  Long Beach Press-Telegram | Jul 19, 2003

  Lamar Odom made an appearance at the Summer Pro League on Friday night.

• Clippers Moving to Keep Odom

  L.A. Times | Jul 19, 2003

  The Clippers have begun negotiations intended to take Lamar Odom off the market, but then, so have the Denver Nuggets.

• The money game is on in recruiting Brad Miller

  Salt Lake Tribune | Jul 18, 2003

  Indiana Pacer center Brad Miller spent Thursday night in Salt Lake City.

• Charges on tap against Bryant today

  Vail Daily | Jul 18, 2003

  Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant will likely be charged today in connection with sexual assault allegations, the Vail Daily has learned.

• Anthony finally shows his stuff

  L.A. Daily News | Jul 18, 2003

  In the first quarter of his pro debut, Carmelo Anthony had a breakaway to the basket.

• The money game is on in recruiting Brad Miller

  Salt Lake Tribune | Jul 18, 2003

  Indiana Pacer center Brad Miller spent Thursday night in Salt Lake City.

• Anthony signs deal worth $10.4 million

  Denver Post | Jul 18, 2003

  The Carmelo Anthony era officially arrived for the Nuggets on Thursday when he signed a contract and played in his first professional game.

• Clippers to Match Brand Offer Sheet

  Los Angeles Times | Jul 18, 2003

  The Clippers notified Elton Brand's agent Thursday that they intended to retain the power forward's services by matching the six-year, $82.

• Clippers now free to decide

  Los Angeles Daily News | Jul 17, 2003

  Michael Olowokandi stuck to his word.

• Brad Miller to visit Utah, Denver

  Indianapolis Star | Jul 17, 2003

  Now that the Indiana Pacers are ready to focus their attention on Brad Miller, Miller is ready to take a look elsewhere.

• Nuggets sign one Miller, hope to secure another

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 17, 2003

  The Denver Nuggets already have offered one Miller millions.

• Magic land Howard

  Florida Today | Jul 17, 2003

  Orlando Magic general manager John Gabriel and head coach Doc Rivers sat on opposite sides of free-agent signee Juwan Howard on Wednesday trying their best to balance contrasting emotions.

• Magic sign Howard to five-year deal

  Associated Press | Jul 16, 2003

  The Orlando Magic signed forward Juwan Howard on Wednesday, hoping they have found a second scoring option behind Tracy McGrady.

• Bryant decision put off till at least Thursday

  Vail Daily | Jul 16, 2003

  A decision on charges against Los Angeles Laker guard Kobe Bryant won't come until at least Thursday, District Attorney Mark Hurlbert said Tuesday.

• Melo to sign

  Denver Post | Jul 16, 2003

  Nuggets rookie forward Carmelo Anthony on Thursday is expected to sign a three-year guaranteed contract, including bonuses, worth $10.

• All signs point to Miller

  Denver Post | Jul 16, 2003

  The biggest need the Nuggets have to address during free agency is point guard.

• Olowokandi opts for Minnesota

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 16, 2003

  Michael Olowokandi wanted to come to Denver, but the Nuggets didn't want him.

• Howard is in town, ready to join Magic

  Orlando Sentinel | Jul 16, 2003

  NBA free agency is such a wacky time for rumors and Internet innuendo that you sometimes need hard evidence to track a player's final destination.

• Majerus believes Miller, Nuggets are a good fit

  Rocky Mounatin News | Jul 15, 2003

  The Denver Nuggets might have to wait two weeks to find out if they have landed Andre Miller.

• Guard Arenas on back burner

  Denver Post | Jul 15, 2003

  While on a plane to Los Angeles on Monday morning, Golden State Warriors free-agent guard Gilbert Arenas read that someone else will be the Nuggets' next point guard.

• "Abundance' of evidence exists, source insists

  Vail Daily | Jul 15, 2003

  Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant was in the Lodge & Spa at Cordillera less than an hour when he allegedly sexually assaulted a 19-year-old hotel worker, a source close to the case said Monday.

• Maggette, Miller to test Clippers

  Los Angeles Daily News | Jul 15, 2003

  Whether it has been Clippers general manager Elgin Baylor or executive vice president Andy Roeser, the Clippers have repeatedly said they will match any offer sheet any of their players receives.

• Majerus believes Miller, Nuggets are a good fit

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 15, 2003

  The Denver Nuggets might have to wait two weeks to find out if they have landed Andre Miller.

• Lue in Denver?

  Denver Post | Jul 15, 2003

  Agent Andy Miller described discussions between Washington Wizards free-agent point guard Tyronn Lue and the Nuggets as "extensive conversation.

• Guard Arenas on back burner

  Denver Post | Jul 15, 2003

  While on a plane to Los Angeles on Monday morning, Golden State Warriors free-agent guard Gilbert Arenas read that someone else will be the Nuggets' next point guard.

• Magic likely done buying

  Orlando Sentinel | Jul 15, 2003

  The Orlando Magic probably won't take any more significant swings in the NBA's free-agent derby.

• Jazz lure Maggette

  Salt Lake Tribune | Jul 14, 2003

  The Jazz have convinced a free-agent guard from the Clippers to sign with Utah.

• Miller, Maggette ready to leave Clippers

  ESPN | Jul 14, 2003

  The Los Angeles Clippers face their first two decisions of free agency after restricted free agents Andre Miller and Corey Maggette agreed to sign offer sheets with other teams.

• Maggette's likely on his way to Utah

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 14, 2003

  The Denver Nuggets have nabbed one Los Angeles Clippers player but have lost another.

• Maggette's likely on his way to Utah

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 14, 2003

  The Denver Nuggets have nabbed one Los Angeles Clippers player but have lost another.

• Paper: Nuggets want Miller

  Long Beach Press-Telegram | Jul 14, 2003

  A story in the Denver Post reported that unnamed sources said Clippers point guard Andre Miller will sign an offer sheet with the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday, when the NBA's free-agent signing period starts.

• Dunleavy keeps eye on Miller

  Denver Post | Jul 14, 2003

  With Andre Miller and some of his teammates in mind, the Nuggets are keeping a close eye on the Los Angeles Clippers during free agency.

• Howard reportedly will leave Nuggets for Orlando

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 14, 2003

  Juwan Howard is heading south.

• Pistons unlikely to sign Howard

  Detroit News | Jul 14, 2003

  Former Fab Fiver Juwan Howard will not be returning to Michigan to play for the Pistons.

• Howard poised to choose Magic

  Orlando Sentinel | Jul 13, 2003

  Coveted free agent Juwan Howard has quietly declared his intent to play in Orlando through the prime of his career.

• Miller, Nuggets seek deal

  Denver Post | Jul 13, 2003

  Los Angeles Clippers free-agent point guard Andre Miller has committed to sign with the Nuggets, according to NBA sources.

• Without contract, Anthony off court

  Denver Post | Jul 13, 2003

  Give rookie forward Carmelo Anthony credit for at least trying to play tonight against the Memphis Grizzlies in the Nuggets' opener at the Southern California Summer Pro League.

• Selling the city

  Denver Post Columnist Marc J. Spears | Jul 13, 2003

  It never stops snowing in the winter.

• Bryant: 'It Will Be Fine'

  Los Angeles Times | Jul 13, 2003

  In a calm voice, Laker star Kobe Bryant asserted his innocence Saturday, eight days after being arrested and booked on suspicion of felony sexual assault in Eagle County, Colo.

• Miller to Sign with Denver

  | Jul 13, 2003

  Los Angeles Clippers free-agent point guard Andre Miller has committed to sign with the Nuggets, according to NBA sources speaking to The Denver Post.

• Lue prefers Denver

  Denver Post | Jul 13, 2003

  Although Washington Wizards free-agent point guard Tyronn Lue said he has received interest from the Orlando Magic, Detroit Pistons and Miami Heat, he prefers to come to Denver.

• Report of Maggette deal not true

  Denver Post | Jul 12, 2003

  The agent for Los Angeles Clippers free-agent swingman Corey Maggette told The Denver Post that an ESPN.

• Report: Maggette receives offer

  Orange County Register | Jul 12, 2003

  Contrary to an ESPN.

• Maggette will sign with Nuggets

  ESPN | Jul 11, 2003

  Los Angeles Clippers restricted free agent Corey Maggette will accept a six-year, $42 million offer sheet from the Denver Nuggets, two league sources told ESPN's NBA Insider Chad Ford.

• Olowokandi keeps options open

  Orange County Register | Jul 11, 2003

  Unrestricted free-agent center Michael Olowokandi said Thursday he is keeping his options open and that he has not decided to sign with the Denver Nuggets.

• Nuggets see possibility of an Arenas-Miller duo

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 11, 2003

  Gilbert or Andre.

• Denver may fit Lue best

  Denver Post | Jul 11, 2003

  Five years after being drafted by Denver, Washington Wizards free-agent point guard Tyronn Lue could end up playing for the Nuggets.

• Locals stand by alleged assault victim

  Vail Daily | Jul 11, 2003

  Just a few short weeks ago, a young woman's best friend died in an automobile accident.

• DA expects key evidence next week

  Vail Daily | Jul 11, 2003

  If charges are filed against Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, it won't be until next week, the district attorney announced Thursday.

• Guest's late-night call about ruckus was catalyst

  Denver Post | Jul 11, 2003

  A late-night ruckus in Kobe Bryant's hotel room prompted a guest nearby to complain to the front desk, kicking off a sexual-assault investigation against the basketball star, according to an employee at the Eagle County resort where the alleged assault occurred.

• Clippers Looking at Nuggets

  Los Angeles Times | Jul 10, 2003

  The Denver Nuggets appeared to be a step closer to landing at least one Clipper free agent, ready to spend some of their $18 million in salary cap space on 7-foot center Michael Olowokandi.

• Bryant supplied DNA

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 10, 2003

  NBA superstar Kobe Bryant voluntarily gave DNA samples to sheriff's investigators after a young woman accused him of sexually assaulting her, a source familiar with the investigation said Wednesday.

• Magic in race for Howard

  Orlando Sentinel | Jul 10, 2003

  Although it was P.

• Day of Mourning near

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 10, 2003

  Zo or no Zo? In six days, the Denver Nuggets will know.

• Miller has Denver job offer, agent says

  Denver Post | Jul 10, 2003

  The decision to sign with the Denver Nuggets now seems to rest in Los Angeles Clippers point guard Andre Miller's hands.

• Sheriff Expects Bryant Charges

  Los Angeles Times | Jul 9, 2003

  The Eagle County (Colo.

• Olowokandi waits

  South Florida Sun-Sentinel | Jul 9, 2003

  Clippers center Michael Olowokandi said he patiently is awaiting the Heat's next move in free agency.

• Howard heads Wolves' wish list

  St. Paul Pioneer Press | Jul 9, 2003

  The Timberwolves have offered their midlevel exception to free-agent power forward Juwan Howard and made an offer to retain free-agent center Rasho Nesterovic.

• Kiki continues to woo list of willing Clippers

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 9, 2003

  So many Clippers.

• Denver tops Olowokandi's list

  Denver Post | Jul 9, 2003

  Los Angeles Clippers center Michael Olowokandi's first choice is to be a Nugget.

• Miller extends Denver visit

  Daily Camera | Jul 9, 2003

  The Denver Nuggets will continue their courting of Andre Miller today.

• Anthony delays signing to create cap room

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 8, 2003

  Carmelo Anthony made Denver Nuggets officials feel like a million bucks Monday.

• Arenas, Miller go shopping

  | Jul 8, 2003

  Two point guards.

• Zo still waiting for offer from Heat

  Palm Beach Post | Jul 7, 2003

  Alonzo Mourning said Sunday he's "disappointed" the Heat hasn't made him a contract offer.

• Harrington calm about guard search

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 7, 2003

  The Denver Nuggets are scouring the country for a point guard.

• Howard update, Anthony to sign

  Denver Post | Jul 7, 2003

  An NBA source said agent David Falk has called the Nuggets numerous times about several sign-and-trade proposals for his client, Nuggets forward Juwan Howard.

• Backcourt needs are at forefront of free-agent quest

  Denver Post | Jul 7, 2003

  With a backcourt need in mind, bigger doesn't mean better for the Nuggets during free agency.

• Howard to join Garnett, Cassell in Twin Cities?

  Associated Press | Jul 6, 2003

  Sources close to forward Juwan Howard say he likely will sign with the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Detroit Free Press reported Sunday.

• Tskitishvili steps up training

  Denver Post | Jul 6, 2003

  A more confident Nuggets forward Nikoloz Tskitishvili is ready to shake off the pressure and start sinking shots.

• Magic's quest for big man turns to Hornets' Brown

  Orlando Sentinel | Jul 5, 2003

  Veteran power forward P.

• 'Nothing earth-shattering' after meeting with agents

  Denver Post | Jul 4, 2003

  Nuggets general manager Kiki Vandeweghe visited several agents Thursday in Los Angeles to discuss the free agents they represent.

• Pistons make a pitch for free agent Howard

  Detroit News | Jul 4, 2003

  As usual, Pistons President Joe Dumars is conducting his business beneath the national radar.

• Kiki & Kidd's agent meet

  New York Daily News | Jul 4, 2003

  Denver GM Kiki Vandeweghe met with Jason Kidd's agent Jeff Schwartz yesterday in Los Angeles, according to a source.

• Howard focuses on leaving Denver

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 4, 2003

  It appears all but certain the Denver Nuggets are in Juwan Howard's rearview mirror.

• Magic begin wooing NBA free agents

  Florida Today | Jul 4, 2003

  The Orlando Magic made their pitch to free-agent point guard Craig "Speedy" Claxton on Thursday, showing off their state-of-the-art headquarters and potential places to live in Central Florida.

• Nuggets hope to trim Clippers' roster

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 3, 2003

  The Denver Nuggets' raid of the Clippers' ship has begun in full force.

• Malone at Front of the Line

  Los Angeles Times | Jul 3, 2003

  Karl Malone met with Laker General Manager Mitch Kupchak on Wednesday, becoming the first of what could be several free agents to come through Los Angeles in the next week or so.

• Nuggets on guard vs. greed

  Denver Post Columnist Mark Kiszla | Jul 3, 2003

  Rich and desperate is no way to go through life, unless your lifelong dream is to be poor and look stupid.

• Point guard key to improvement

  Denver Post | Jul 3, 2003

  Since trading Nick Van Exel on Feb.

• Brand Considers $65-Million Clipper Offer

  Los Angeles Times | Jul 3, 2003

  Clipper power forward Elton Brand has received a five-year contract offer at about $65 million, but he hasn't decided whether to accept or wait for a longer-term deal from the team.

• Denver: Miller over Arenas?

  Record-Searchlight | Jul 2, 2003

  Miller said the other team high on his list is Utah, which, like the Nuggets, will have plenty of salary-cap room.

• Kidd's a Free Agent, and Phones Ring

  New York Times | Jul 2, 2003

  The calls for Jason Kidd came in at the first minute of free agency.

• Mavs, Nuggets meet with Mourning

  Miami Herald | Jul 2, 2003

  When Heat coach Pat Riley said last week that free agent center Alonzo Mourning would have ''a great market out there,'' he must have had a fairly good idea of what was to come.

• The Shopping Begins for Aggressive Lakers

  Los Angeles Times | Jul 2, 2003

  The Lakers began calling minutes after the opening of free-agent season, making or attempting contact with the agents for Karl Malone, P.

• Kiki on road in pursuit of Nuggets

  Denver Post | Jul 2, 2003

  It's a coast-to-coast road show for Kiki Vandeweghe.

• Nuggets keep open mind, open door for free agents

  Denver Post | Jul 2, 2003

  The Nuggets opened free agency Tuesday with phone calls right as midnight arrived, engaging in a morning meeting with Miami Heat center Alonzo Mourning in Miami and setting up a visit with Los Angeles Clippers swingman Corey Maggette today in Denver.

• For Free Agent Kidd, the Anticipation Is Over

  New York Times | Jul 1, 2003

  The phones are ringing.

• Olowokandi insists Nuggets on his list

  Rocky Mountain News | Jul 1, 2003

  With Gilbert Arenas' agent trying to get as many millions as he can out of the Denver Nuggets, it should be refreshing to the team that Michael Olowokandi is entering free agency with ideas other than just to get very rich.

• Mourning on agenda, sources say

  Denver Post | Jul 1, 2003

  The Nuggets plan to start the free-agent shopping period today by meeting with Miami Heat center Alonzo Mourning, according to NBA sources.