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Sixers Sign Amundson For Remainder Of Season

Philadelphia 76ers President Billy King announced today that the Sixers have signed forward Louis Amundson for the remainder of the season. Per team policy, terms of the contract are not disclosed.

The 15th Gatorade Call-Up from the D-League, Amundson signed two 10-day contracts with the Sixers (March 8 and March 18) and has made two appearances with the Sixers this season, logging a total of three rebounds in nine minutes.

Earlier this season, the 6-foot-8 forward became the ninth Gatorade Call-Up from the D-League when he signed a 10-day contract on Feb. 5 and a second 10-day contract on Feb. 19 with the Utah Jazz. Amundson appeared in one game with the Jazz, logging two minutes.

Via Press Release


Iguodala's Consecutive Game Streak Ends At 232

Philadelphia 76ers guard Andre Iguodala will sit out Friday night's game against Charlotte with a strained lower back.

Iguodala had started 232 straight regular-season games in his three-year career, the NBA's third-longest active streak behind Bruce Bowen and Tayshaun Prince.

Iguodala averages a team-high 18.1 points.

Via ESPN


Iverson No Longer Bitter Towards Sixers

Allen Iverson sounded bitter during All-Star weekend when asked about his feelings on the Sixers' organization. On Tuesday, while playing in New Jersey, Iverson spoke of the only other franchise he knows more fondly.

"I think I could have handled things a lot better," Iverson said of the circumstances that led up to his trade. "I think they could have handled some things better. But the situation is over and down with now. People should find a way to just let it go.

"I wish the Sixers well, and I honestly thank the organization and Pat Croce for drafting me; giving me the opportunity to become a household name. Without Philadelphia, you wouldn't know A.I. all over the world. [The Sixers] gave me the opportunity. When I was there, they let me play my style of basketball. They gave me the opportunity to take care of my family, to see parts of the world that I never thought I'd see. I owe a lot to the people of Philadelphia and the Sixers."

Via Philadelphia Daily News


Sixers Mar 2007 Archive

  • Yao Leads Rockets To Record-Setting Rout In Philly

    Yao Ming scored 24 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to lead the Rockets to a record-setting 124-74 rout of Philadelphia here Sunday.

  • Sixers Sign Amundson To Second 10-Day Deal

    Philadelphia 76ers President Billy King announced today that the Sixers have signed forward Louis Amundson to a second 10-day contract.

  • NBA Calls Kobe Foul Flagrant

    The NBA has assessed the Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant a Flagrant 1 foul for a hit on Kyle Korver in the final moments of the first half Friday night in the Wachovia Center.

  • Henderson Returning To Sixers

    Alan Henderson could be returning to the 76ers.

  • NBA Looking Into Kobe's Elbow Against Korver

    Kyle Korver didn't think Kobe Bryant's elbow was a big deal, but the NBA may make it so again.

  • Sixers' King: Cheeks Will Be Back For A Third Season

    Ending speculation that Larry Brown would again coach the 76ers, team president Billy King said on Friday that Maurice Cheeks would return next year for a third season.

  • Sixers Sign Amundson To 10-Day Deal

    Philadelphia 76ers President Billy King announced today that the Sixers have signed forward Louis Amundson to a 10-day contract.

  • Louis Amundson Set To Sign With Sixers

    Louis Amundson, a Kyle Korver lookalike, who was expected to sign a 10-day contract today, assuming he passes his physical.

  • Carney Has Tear In Rotator Cuff

    Philadelphia 76ers forward Rodney Carney underwent an MRI which revealed a tear of the rotator cuff and labrum in his right shoulder.

  • Shoulder Injury Sidelines Carney

    Rookie forward Rodney Carney missed last night's contest against the Phoenix Suns because of an injured right shoulder.