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P.J. Ramos Back To The D-League

Jan 31, 2006 6:49 PM EST

Washington Wizards President of Basketball Operations Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has assigned second-year center Peter John Ramos to the Roanoke Dazzle of the NBA D-League. Roanoke, led by Head Coach Kent Davison, is the Wizards D-League affiliate.

“We are pleased with P.J.’s progress and we are happy that he had the opportunity to practice with our team for the past couple of weeks,” said Grunfeld. “We feel that by assigning P.J. back to Roanoke, he can continue to get the playing time that he needs to further his development

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Still Looks Like Memphis For Atkins

Jan 22, 2006 12:33 AM EST

The Memphis Grizzlies, who have played without point guard Damon Stoudamire since he suffered a season-ending knee injury on Dec. 30, have expressed interest in signing former Washington Wizards guard Chucky Atkins. But Atkins has yet to decide where he wants to play.

The Wizards and Atkins agreed to a contract buyout Wednesday and Atkins cleared waivers on Friday. Several Memphis players, including guard Bobby Jackson and forward Pau Gasol, have said they would welcome the addition of Atkins, who averaged 6.7 points, 2.5 assists and 19.7 minutes for Washington.

According to a source close to Atkins, the veteran guard is closely weighing his options and could be waiting to see what moves are made by the Detroit Pistons with the idea of possibly signing there. Atkins spent four seasons with the Pistons and was popular in Detroit, as evidenced by the ovation he received when he made six three-pointers and scored 20 points in Washington's 120-114 double-overtime victory at Detroit on Nov. 25.

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Wizards Recall Ramos From Roanoke

Jan 19, 2006 5:05 PM EST

Washington Wizards President of Basketball Operations Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has recalled second-year center Peter John Ramos from the Roanoke Dazzle of the NBA D-League.

“P.J. did a very nice job in the D-League,” said Grunfeld. “We feel the experience was very beneficial for him, and that this was the proper time to bring him back so that he can be with his teammates and practice with our team.”

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Wizards Jan 2006 Archive

  • Chucky Atkins To Memphis In Pre-Arranged Deal?

    New York Post | Jan 19, 2006

    The New York Post is reporting that Chucky Atkins will soon become the newest member of the Memphis Grizzlies in a pre-arranged deal.

  • Wizards Buy Out Atkins

    Press Release | Jan 18, 2006

    Wizards President of Basketball Operations Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the Washington Wizards and guard Chucky Atkins have agreed to a buyout of Atkins’ contract.

  • Atkins Drawing Plenty Of Interest

    Washington Times | Jan 12, 2006

    A number of teams have shown interest in Washington Wizards reserve guard Chucky Atkins.

  • Griz Still Looking For Help At Point

    Memphis Commercial Appeal | Jan 12, 2006

    The Grizzlies were going "nowhere" down trade avenues to replace injured guard Damon Stoudamire as of Wednesday afternoon, according to league sources.

  • Haywood: Skidding Wizards Are 'Not A Team'

    Sports Illustrated | Jan 10, 2006

    It's a telling, little-used statistic called "assist differential," and it explains the struggles of the Washington Wizards.

  • Wizards Stand By Jordan

    Washington Post | Jan 8, 2006

    At 13-18, the Wizards are one of most disappointing teams in the NBA this season.

  • Atkins Mentioned In Trade Rumors

    Washington Post | Jan 4, 2006

    'Tis the season for trade rumors, and the name of Wizards guard Chucky Atkins has been floated in recent days.

  • Wizards Recall Blatche From D-League

    Press Release | Jan 2, 2006

    Washington Wizards President of Basketball Operations Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has recalled first-year forward Andray Blatche from the Roanoke Dazzle of the NBA D-League.