Kobe Bryant Re-signs with Lakers as Free Agency Ends
Kobe Bryant will stay with the Los Angeles Lakers, signing a seven year deal worth more than 136.4 million. The move follows the Lakers' trade of Shaquille O Neal to the Miami Heat and pairs Bryant with new coach Rudy Tomjanovich and additions Lamar Odom Caron Butler Brian Grant as the team rebuilds. Bryant faces an August trial in Eagle Colorado on felony sexual assault charges, potential prison or probation, and a 750 000 fine.
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Shaq Brings Heat Big Ticket Impact to Miami
The Heat report surging season-ticket sales and jersey demand after acquiring Shaquille O Neal in one of the NBA's most notable trades. President Pat Riley and business chief Eric Woolworth describe a rapid, passionate fan response and hopes to restore attendance.
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Nets trade Kenyon Martin to Nuggets for three future firsts
The Nets send Kenyon Martin to Denver in a sign and trade for three future first round picks. Denver gains a dominant frontcourt with Martin alongside Camby and Anthony while New Jersey trims payroll and weakens its Eastern Conference title chances. Thorn notes the trade preserves cap space and preserves the Nets' need to retool.
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