The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Euroleague Basketball have announced that three Euroleague teams will compete in five NBA preseason games from October 10-21, 2008. The five games, which are part of the Euroleague American Tour, will be played by 2008 Euroleague champion CSKA Moscow (Russia), FC Barcelona (Spain) and Lietuvos Rytas (Lithuania). The teams may face up to five NBA opponents including the Golden State Warriors, the Los Angeles Lakers, the Orlando Magic, the Toronto Raptors, and possibly the Los Angeles Clippers.
"These games continue our collaboration with Euroleague Basketball, as we work together to grow the game of basketball on a global basis," said NBA Commissioner David Stern.
The Euroleague American Tour continues a tradition of friendly competition between the NBA and Euroleague Basketball, dating back to 1978 when Maccabi Tel Aviv played the Washington Bullets in Tel Aviv, Israel. Following the 2008 preseason schedule, 33 games will have been played between the two leagues since Euroleague Basketball was created in 2000, including 13 games during NBA Europe Live presented by EA SPORTS in 2006 and 2007.
"We value the chance to partner with NBA teams in their own arenas," Euroleague Basketball CEO Jordi Bertomeu said. "There are basketball fans of all types in North America whom we plan to entertain with our own distinct playing style. We are sure they will appreciate again that the international game has a lot to offer our sport."
The Euroleague American Tour tips off on October 10 in Orlando, Florida, when six-time Euroleague champion CSKA Moscow makes its North American debut against the Orlando Magic. CSKA's second preseason game will take place in Toronto, Canada, when CSKA plays the Toronto Raptors on October 14.
FC Barcelona play two games as part of the Preseason Shootout, hosted by the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Calif. The 2008 NBA Western Conference champion Los Angeles Lakers will be Barcelona's first opponent on Oct. 18, followed by the either Los Angeles Clippers or Toronto Raptors on Oct. 19. For Barcelona, founded in 1926, the games in Los Angeles will be their first played in the United States.
ORACLE Arena in Oakland, Calif. will be the final site of the Euroleague's American Tour when the Golden State Warriors hosts Lietuvos Rytas on Oct. 21. Rytas is the 2005 ULEB Cup champion and hold five Lithuanian League crowns.
For the third consecutive year, NBA teams will participate in preseason games abroad. The Miami Heat, New Jersey Nets, New Orleans Hornets, and Washington Wizards will play four games in Barcelona, Berlin, London, and Paris as part of NBA Europe Live 2008.
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Jul 29, 2008 11:23 AM EST
According to league sources, Andris Biedrins' new contract guarantees him $9 million per over the next six seasons.
Biedrins would have to play 65 games per year and set milestones in points, rebounds, and blocks to push the contract's total up to nearly $63 million.
The statistical milestones, the sources confirmed, are close to what Biedrins' past production has been.
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The Golden State Warriors have re-signed center Andris Biedrins to a multi-year contract, announced today by Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Mullin. Per team policy, terms of the agreement were not announced.
“We’re extremely happy to have Andris under contract for many years to come,” said Mullin. “He is clearly one of the top young centers in the NBA and, much like the young player we signed a few days ago (Monta Ellis), he has continued to improve every season. It’s not easy to find quality young big men in this league, but we certainly think we have one of them, and he’s only 22 years old.”
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Warriors Jul 2008 Archive
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Contra Costa Times | Jul 28, 2008
Golden State's salary cap figure stands at around $70 million - just shy of the $71.15 million luxury tax threshold the Warriors do not want to cross.
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Sporting News | Jul 28, 2008
Anthony Randolph has been impressive in the summer league, and many envision him playing the point forward, which would suit him to Don Nelson's style.
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espn.com | Jul 27, 2008
According to league sources, the Golden State Warriors and Andris Biedrins on Sunday agreed to a new 6-year deal, worth nearly $63M.
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Atlanta Journal-Constituion | Jul 27, 2008
Maurice Evans has agreed to terms with the Hawks on a three-year deal believed to be worth about $7.5 million.
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SI.com | Jul 25, 2008
Before Josh Childress to his unprecedented three-year, $20 million contract, the Greek club Olympiakos first targeted Warriors swingman Kelenna Azubuike.
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Inside Bay Area | Jul 25, 2008
A source close to Andris Biedrins said European teams are very interested in signing him.
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RealGM Staff Report | Jul 24, 2008
The Warriors re-signed guard Monta Ellis to a multi-year contract on Thursday, announced by team Vice-President Chris Mullin.
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Press Release | Jul 24, 2008
The Golden State Warriors have matched the contract offer submitted to restricted free agent guard Kelenna Azubuike by the Los Angeles Clippers.
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Press Release | Jul 24, 2008
The Golden State Warriors have signed forward Richard Hendrix, whom the club selected with the 49th overall selection in last month’s NBA Draft.
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San Francisco Chronicle | Jul 24, 2008
The free agency process for Monta Ellis and Andris Biedrins has been a lengthy one already, and contracts are unlikely to be completed anytime soon.
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ESPN | Jul 23, 2008
The Sacramento Kings have given guard Bobby Brown a guaranteed contract for two years.
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The Mercury News | Jul 23, 2008
Maurice Evans will bolster the Warrior lineup.
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San Jose Mercury News | Jul 23, 2008
The Warriors have signed Maurice Evans to a three-year, $6.4 million deal.
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USA Today | Jul 22, 2008
Gilbert Arenas ended up signing a contract worth $16 million less than what he was offered, and he did so to give the Wizards an opportunity to get better.
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Press Release | Jul 22, 2008
The Golden State Warriors have acquired guard Marcus Williams from the New Jersey Nets in exchange for a conditional first round draft choice.
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New York Post | Jul 22, 2008
The New York Post is reporting that the Nets have traded point guard Marcus Williams to the Warriors for a future first-round pick.
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Arizona Republic | Jul 21, 2008
The Phoenix Suns are expecting to sign free agent forward Matt Barnes to a one year, minimum contract on Monday.
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ESPN | Jul 20, 2008
Baron Davis is a member of the Clippers and the reason he's no longer with Golden State was the choosing of the club if you ask his agent.
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ESPN | Jul 20, 2008
The Golden State Warriors are intrigued about the idea of signing Sixers guard Louis Williams to an offer sheet.
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AP | Jul 19, 2008
The Lakers on Friday night decided not to match the Warriors' offer for Ronny Turiaf.
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Press Release | Jul 17, 2008
The Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday announced that the team has signed restricted free agent guard Kelenna Azubuike to an offer sheet to a multi-year agreement.
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Press Release | Jul 15, 2008
The Golden State Warriors have signed Anthony Randolph, whom the club selected with the 14th overall selection in last month’s NBA Draft.
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San Francisco Chronicle | Jul 11, 2008
Ronny Turiaf's agent said the Lakers have not given him any indication on whether they will match the Warriors' offer.
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Press Release | Jul 10, 2008
The Golden State Warriors have signed restricted free agent forward Ronny Turiaf to an offer sheet.
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Press Release | Jul 10, 2008
The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent forward Corey Maggette to a contract, Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Mullin announced today.
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San Francisco Chronicle | Jul 10, 2008
Baron Davis and Don Nelson smoked a cigar last Friday in Oakland when the point guard dropped by the Warriors' practice facility to say good-bye.
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L.A. Times | Jul 10, 2008
Lakers forward Ronny Turiaf is expected to sign a four year, $17 million offer sheet today with the Golden State Warriors.
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USA Today | Jul 9, 2008
Guard Baron Davis will honor his agreement with the Los Angeles Clippers despite Elton Brand signing with Philadelphia.
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Contra Costa Times | Jul 9, 2008
The Warriors have expressed interest in free agent combo guard Keyon Dooling.
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San Francisco | Jul 9, 2008
Sources tell Janny Hu of the San Francisco Chronicle that Monta Ellis is on track for a multi-year deal/offer averaging more than $11 million a year.
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The Press-Enterprise | Jul 9, 2008
Lakers' forward Ronny Turiaf has agreed to a four-year, $17 million offer from the Warriors.
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ESPN | Jul 8, 2008
With Elton Brand reportedly headed to Philadelphia, the Warriors have swooped in and agreed to a deal with Corey Maggette.
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ESPN | Jul 8, 2008
A number of NBA front office sources have revealed that the 76ers have won the Elton Brand sweepstakes.
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L.A. Times | Jul 8, 2008
In order for the Clippers to sign Baron Davis to the agreed contract, the team had to renounce their bird rights to Elton Brand.
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San Francisco Chronicle | Jul 8, 2008
The Clippers do not have any plans to alter their verbal agreement with Baron Davis in order to sign Elton Brand for a sixth season.
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ESPN | Jul 8, 2008
Sources suggest that the Sixers have a better opportunity to lure Elton Brand away from the Clippers than Golden State.
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Rocky Mountain News | Jul 7, 2008
Free-agent forward Louis Amundson, a graduate of Monarch High, is on Golden State’s roster for the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.
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The San Francisco Chronicle | Jul 7, 2008
The Warriors won't panic if Elton Brand decides to stay with the Clippers like many around the league anticipate.
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The Sporting News | Jul 7, 2008
With Baron Davis in Los Angeles, the Warriors are in need of a point guard and could place forward Al Harrington on the trading block.
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ESPN | Jul 7, 2008
Elton Brand could make a decision on his future within the "next 24 to 48 hours".
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San Francisco Chronicle | Jul 5, 2008
The Warriors still hold Elton Brand as their preferred option, but the front office has reached out to forward Corey Maggette.
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The Los Angeles Times | Jul 4, 2008
Newly acquired point guard Baron Davis claims that he is confident he'll be playing alongside forward Elton Brand this season.
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Los Angeles Times | Jul 3, 2008
Baron Davis is looking forward to joining the Clippers and playing with Elton Brand.
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The San Francisco Chronicle | Jul 3, 2008
The Warriors have begun negotiations with guard Monta Ellis on a contract.
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San Francisco Chronicle | Jul 2, 2008
The Warriors have offered free agent Elton Brand a five-year deal worth between $85 and $90 million, according to league sources.
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San Francisco Chronicle | Jul 2, 2008
The Warriors will begin negotiating with Monta Ellis' camp on Wednesday.
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ESPN | Jul 1, 2008
Baron Davis will receive a five-year deal worth an estimated $65 million.
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The San Francisco Chronicle | Jul 1, 2008
Don Nelson was shocked by the decision of Golden State point guard Baron Davis to opt out of his contract and become a free agent.
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Oakland Tribune | Jul 1, 2008
According to multiple sources and several different reports, Baron Davis will try to head to the Clippers as a free agent as soon as possible.
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Washington Post | Jul 1, 2008
The Warriors offered Gilbert Arenas a maximum-level contract, one that would pay him more than $100 million over five years.
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New York Post | Jul 1, 2008
With the New York Knicks in the market for a point guard, Coach Mike D'Antoni took an opportunity to deny a report that he does not like David Lee's game but did acknowledge that the young forward may have to be moved for the better of the team
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L.A. Times | Jul 1, 2008
Clippers Coach Mike Dunleavy met with point guard Beno Udrih in New York to discuss a multi-year deal moments after teams were allowed to talk to free agents.
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ESPN | Jul 1, 2008
Baron Davis opted out of his contract with the Warriors late Monday night making him an unrestricted free agent.
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ESPN | Jul 1, 2008
Davis surprisingly opted out of the final year of his contract with the Warriors on Monday, becoming an unrestricted free agent in the process.
