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Sun Jun 28 202020:11Clippers sign Joakim Noah to deal for rest of the season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers have signed free agent Joakim Noah to a new contract for the rest of the season, three months after he first signed a 10-day deal with the team.The two-time All-Star averaged 7.1 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 42 games for Memphis last season. Noah originally signed with the Clippers on March 9, two days before the NBA put its season on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic.The 35-year-old center was the 2014 defensive player of the year. Noah provides the Clippers with playoff experience and additional depth at the position.Noah's 12 years in the NBA also includes stints with Chicago and the New York Knicks.___More AP NBA: https://apnews.com/NBA and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports
Mon Mar 9 202015:11Clippers sign free-agent center Joakim Noah
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Clippers have signed free-agent center Joakim Noah, giving them an aggressive, physical presence with playoff experience.The 35-year-old two-time All-Star played 42 games with Memphis last season after agreeing to a buyout with the New York Knicks. He averaged 7.1 points, 2.1 assists and 5.7 rebounds for the Grizzlies.Noah attended the Clippers' loss to the Lakers on Sunday at Staples Center, where he was warmly received as he made his way through the crowd and sat in the stands."Joakim is a relentless competitor and a proven winner," Lawrence Frank, director of basketball operations, said Monday. “His experience, acumen and toughness fit well in our locker room.”Noah has been limited to 124 games since the end of the 2014-15 season in Chicago, which selected him with the ninth overall pick in the 2007 NBA draft. He was the NBA defensive player of the year in 2014.Noah led Florida to NCAA championships in 2006 and '07.___More AP NBA: https://apnews.com/NBA and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports
Tue Dec 4 201816:16Memphis Grizzlies sign veteran forward Joakim Noah
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Joakim Noah will to try revive his NBA career with the Memphis Grizzlies.Grizzlies general manager Chris Wallace announced Tuesday that the team has signed the 6-foot-11 Noah for the remainder of the season."For Memphis to give me a shot, I feel really blessed and very fortunate to be back in the NBA," said Noah, 33. "I just want to be here for the guys and be a good influence."Noah made consecutive All-Star appearances in 2013 and 2014. He finished fourth in the Most Valuable Player balloting and was named NBA defensive player of the year in the 2013-14 season.But he hasn't been much of a factor in recent years as injuries curtailed his production.Noah appeared in just seven games with the New York Knicks last season and averaged 1.7 points, 2 rebounds and 5.7 minutes.He has career averages of 8.9 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.35 blocks in 11 seasons with the Chicago Bulls (2007-16) and Knicks (2016-18)."Joakim is one of those guys who fits our system, fits the way we play, our mentality," Grizzlies guard Mike Conley said. "He embodies everything that 'Grit 'n' Grind' means and stands for, so we're happy to have him."___More AP NBA: https://apnews.com/NBA and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports
Tue Dec 4 201814:36Memphis Grizzlies sign veteran forward Joakim Noah
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The Memphis Grizzlies have signed 33-year-old forward Joakim Noah, a former All-Star attempting a comeback.Grizzlies general manager Chris Wallace announced Tuesday that the team has signed the 6-foot-11 Noah for the remainder of the season.Noah made consecutive All-Star appearances in 2013 and 2014. He finished fourth in the Most Valuable Player balloting and was named NBA defensive player of the year in the 2013-14 season.But he hasn't been much of a factor in recent years as injuries curtailed his production.Noah appeared in just seven games with the New York Knicks last season and averaged 1.7 points, 2 rebounds and 5.7 minutes.He has career averages of 8.9 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.35 blocks in 11 seasons with the Chicago Bulls (2007-16) and Knicks (2016-18).___More AP NBA: https://apnews.com/NBA and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports
Mon Oct 15 201813:12Knicks waive Joakim Noah after just 2 seasons
NEW YORK (AP) — Joakim Noah's disappointing Knicks career is over after just two seasons.Unable to find a trade, the Knicks waived the 33-year-old center Saturday with two years and $37.8 million remaining on his contract.Noah had been away from the team since clashing with former coach Jeff Hornacek last season, when he appeared in just seven games. The Knicks had already decided he wouldn't rejoin the club under new coach David Fizdale but were hoping they could find a long shot trade to get something back for him without having to cut him.The New York native signed with his hometown team in 2016 and drew a loud ovation in his first appearance at Madison Square Garden, where he was introduced as being from the Hell's Kitchen section of the city, rather than from Florida, the team he helped win two NCAA championships.The Chicago Bulls selected him with the ninth overall pick in the 2007 draft. He had great years with the Bulls, highlighted by being voted Defensive Player of the Year and... [More]
Thu Sep 20 201815:45Knicks won't rush Porzingis or future building plans
NEW YORK (AP) — Kristaps Porzingis is back with his teammates, though the New York Knicks don't know when he'll be back on the court.Joakim Noah won't be back, though the terms of his departure still are being negotiated.So while there are questions, the Knicks also feel they have certainty with the way they are building their team.They insist their future first-round draft picks will be used to select players for their own team, not to be dangled in trades that could land them an established player."We're committed to following a plan and not just shifting and pivoting because we see something that we think is attractive and might fast track something," Knicks president Steve Mills said Thursday. "I've seen that happen and go wrong too many times and that's not what we're going to do."It's happened in New York, where the Knicks traded young players and future assets in 2011 to acquire Carmelo Anthony, rather than sign him the following summer as a free agent with the cap space they had.... [More]
Thu Apr 12 201815:09Hornacek fired as Knicks coach after chaotic, 53-loss season
GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) — The New York Knicks are preaching patience but looking for progress.Jeff Hornacek got caught in the middle.The Knicks fired their coach early Thursday, shortly after finishing a 29-53 season. They lost more than 50 games and missed the playoffs both seasons under Hornacek."We looked out and we have a plan for what this team should look like over the next three years or so," Knicks President Steve Mills said. "We just thought this was an opportunity where we thought it was the right time to make a change."Mills and general manager Scott Perry said they didn't see enough improvement on the court and enough communication and accountability off it. They informed Hornacek of their decision at the airport after flying home from a season-ending victory in Cleveland."We know the roster is not complete, we understand our roster as well as anybody," Perry said at a news conference at the team's training facility. "But again, just in terms of consistency and then a trend I... [More]
Thu Apr 12 201814:09Hornacek fired as Knicks coach after chaotic, 53-loss season
GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) — The New York Knicks will open their offseason with a coaching search.The team fired Jeff Hornacek early Thursday shortly after beating Cleveland on Wednesday night to finish a 29-53 season. The Knicks lost more than 50 games and missed the playoffs both seasons under Hornacek.Team president Steve Mills and general manager Scott Perry said they didn't see enough progress on the court and enough communication and accountability off it. They informed Hornacek of their decision on the plane home."We know the roster is not complete, we understand our roster as well as anybody," Perry said at a news conference at the team's training facility. "But again, just in terms of consistency and then a trend I would say toward consistency, Steve and I thought we fell a little bit short in that area."Associate head coach Kurt Rambis also was fired.Hornacek went 60-104 and had a year left on his contract. He became the first coaching change after the NBA regular season finished,... [More]
Thu Apr 12 201807:43Knicks fire coach Jeff Hornacek after 2 seasons
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Knicks will open their offseason with a coaching search.The team fired coach Jeff Hornacek early Thursday, making the decision shortly after beating Cleveland on Wednesday night to finish a 29-53 season. They lost more than 50 games and missed the playoffs both seasons under Hornacek."Jeff is a true professional who has worked tirelessly for this organization the last two seasons," Knicks president Steve Mills and general manager Scott Perry said in a statement. "We sincerely appreciate his efforts and considerable contributions to the team and wish him well in his future endeavors."Associate head coach Kurt Rambis also was fired.Hornacek went 60-104 and had a year left on his contract. He became the first coaching change after the NBA regular season finished, sending the Knicks in search of their 11th different head coach since Jeff Van Gundy resigned in the 2001-02 season.Hornacek was hired in 2016 by Phil Jackson and lasted just one more season after Jackson... [More]
Thu Apr 12 201803:03AP Source: Knicks fire coach Jeff Hornacek after 2 seasons
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Knicks will open their offseason with a coaching search.The team fired coach Jeff Hornacek after two seasons, a person with knowledge of the decision said early Thursday.The Knicks made the decision shortly after beating Cleveland on Wednesday night to finish a 29-53 season. They lost more than 50 games and missed the playoffs both seasons under Hornacek.The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because an official announcement isn't planned until later in the day.The firing was first reported by ESPN.Hornacek was hired in 2016 by Phil Jackson and lasted just one more season after Jackson and the team parted ways last summer. President Steve Mills and general manager Scott Perry apparently weren't pleased with the results, though they knew the Knicks were rebuilding with younger players."Jeff is a good guy," forward Michael Beasley said after Wednesday's victory. "He played the hand he was dealt. It's difficult to do anything because... [More]
Fri Feb 2 201813:51Knicks: Noah won't be back with team until further notice
NEW YORK (AP) — Joakim Noah's absence from the New York Knicks will continue indefinitely.A team official says Friday that Noah and the Knicks have mutually agreed that he will not be back with the club until further notice.Noah left the team last week after a dispute with coach Jeff Hornacek. He's already missed a pair of games this week.The veteran center hasn't reclaimed a rotation spot after missing the start of the season while serving the remainder of a 20-game suspension. That suspension began last season for violating terms of the anti-drug agreement.The Knicks could try to find a trade for him before next Thursday's deadline. However, a deal will be difficult because he has two more seasons remaining on the $72-million contract he signed in the summer of 2016.
Thu Dec 28 201704:42F Joakim Noah again inactive Wednesday when Knicks played former...
F Joakim Noah, who played nine years for the Bulls, was again inactive Wednesday when the Knicks played his former team. Noah has been inactive for all but four games since he returned from a drug suspension in November.
Tue Dec 5 201705:19F Joakim Noah played in just second game all season, finishing w...
F Joakim Noah played in just his second game all season, finishing with three points and four rebounds. He missed the first 12 games, finishing a 20-game suspension for violating the NBA's anti-drug policy.
Thu Nov 30 201711:08C Joakim Noah held inactive Wednesday as he faces logjam at cent...
C Joakim Noah was held inactive Wednesday as he faces a logjam at center despite being eligible for his second straight game after missing 20 because of a performance-enhancing drug suspension. New York coach Jeff Hornacek has been pleased with the play of starter Enes Kanter and backup Kyle O'Quinn, and third-string option Willy Hernangomez has played scarcely this season.
Tue Nov 28 201704:22C Joakim Noah made first appearance of season
C Joakim Noah made his first appearance of the season. He scored two points in three minutes.
Thu Nov 16 201713:19C Joakim Noah returned from 20-game suspension for performance-e...
C Joakim Noah returned from a 20-game suspension for performance-enhancing drugs on Monday, but was inactive for the game as Jeff Hornacek wants to bring him along slowly.
Wed Nov 8 201704:27C Joakim Noah, suspended 20 games for using banned substance, co...
C Joakim Noah, suspended 20 games for using a banned substance, could return for the Knicks' Monday game against the Cavaliers. As it stands, the Knicks' roster is full with 15 players, so they would have to make a move to create space.
Fri Apr 28 201702:04C Joakim Noah underwent surgery on right shoulder to repair rota...
C Joakim Noah underwent surgery on his right shoulder to repair his rotator cuff, the team announced Thursday morning. The Knicks did not establish a timetable for his return, but coach Jeff Hornacek said the rehab process is five months. Dr. David Altchek performed the procedure at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan, the team said.
Thu Apr 27 201710:51Knicks C Noah undergoes rotator cuff surgery
New York Knicks center Joakim Noah underwent surgery on his right shoulder to repair his rotator cuff, the team announced Thursday morning. The Knicks did not establish a timetable for his return, but coach Jeff Hornacek said the rehab process is five months.Dr. David Altchek performed the procedure at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan, the team said.Noah averaged just 5.0 points and 8.7 rebounds in 46 games this season in the first campaign of a four-year, $72 million contract.The 32-year-old's injury-plagued season ended with him sitting out the first eight contests of his 20-game suspension for violating the terms of the NBA's anti-drug policy.
Thu Apr 13 201706:41C Joakim Noah needs surgery to repair torn rotator cuff in right...
C Joakim Noah needs surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder. He hasn't played since late February after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery. While rehabbing the knee, he was suspended for 20 games for using a banned substance. Noah averaged five points and 8.8 rebounds in 46 games during the first-year of a four-year contract.
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