Jordan Returns to Garden for Wizards Debut
Michael Jordan resumes his NBA career with the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden, recalling his famed 50 point opening night in 1986 and multiple 42 plus nights against the Knicks. He seeks a strong start after a 32 year retirement gap and six Bulls championships. Latrell Sprewell gears up to defend him as officials note the historic backdrop and ticket interest for the welcome back game.
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Wizards face boosted TV exposure with Jordan return
Jahidi White and the Wizards gain potential near maximal TV slots on NBC and Turner, surpassing last season’s win total as Michael Jordan’s comeback reshapes schedules. NBC plans two prime time Wizards games. Turner adds five appearances through November with more to come.
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Fleury and Messier spark Rangers past Stars 4 2
Theo Fleury notched his 1,000th career point and Mark Messier added a key assist as the New York Rangers rallied to beat the Dallas Stars 4-2. Dallas led early and dominated the second period before New York surged with three goals in five minutes, with Mike York tying the game and Sandy McCarthy giving the Rangers the lead. Darren Van Impe added a late insurance goal on the power play.
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Knicks start season shorthanded with Camby out injured
Marcus Camby opens season on the injured list with plantar fasciitis and will miss at least five games. New York starts Spencer and Knight at center with other forwards limited by height. Camby will wear an immobilizing boot and be evaluated next week. Larry Robinson also placed on injured list with knee tendinitis.
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Green's record streak in serious jeopardy
Miami veteran M I A A Green faces an unsigned status on the eve of the NBA season as his 1192 game streak could end. Agent Mark Fleisher cites hesitancy from the Miami Heat and lack of replies from the Knicks in ongoing talks.
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Six former Kansas players to start NBA seasons
Six former KU basketball players will appear on NBA rosters this season. Jayhawks Vaughn, Pierce, Pollard, Ostertag, Manning, and LaFrentz are with Hawks, Celtics, Kings, Jazz, Mavericks, and Nuggets respectively. Chenowith was drafted by New York but unsigned and eyes the new developmental league. Charlotte Hornets waived Tim James and placed George Lynch Jerome Moise and Kirk Haston on the injured list with knee, back ailments.
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