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Ventre: Lakers not sagging under weight of their bling

The NBA season is in full swing, and so far the most intriguing plotline involves Allen Iverson and where he will land. The guess here is another tattoo parlor. Complete Story...

Ventre: Lakers have the makings of a dynasty

The term “dynasty” has had different applications throughout history. In China, there was the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), the most notable in a long string of them. In television, there was “Dynasty,” starring John Forsythe as Blake Carrington (1981-89). But in recent decades, the “D” word has come to be used almost exclusively in a sports context.

Winderman: Lakers, Magic head list of top questions

The curious case of the 2009-10 NBA season presents more than a few intriguing plotlines, drama that only now is beginning to build as opening night approaches.

Ventre: Artest puts everything in jeopardy for Lakers

LOS ANGELES - Imagine if you will a basketball prototype, an NBA general manager’s dream: Big, strong, tough, competitive, can shoot from outside, can drive to the hoop, and best of all, plays defense as if the opponent insulted his mother.

Artest gets his wish, finally becomes a Laker

Ron Artest signed Wednesday with the NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers, the team he wanted to join for years.

Rockets want him back, but Artest to weigh options

Ron Artest was on his best behavior for the Houston Rockets this season. He was also a key contributor during their surprising run to the second round of the playoffs.

Artest not suspended for Game 4, foul downgraded

The NBA downgraded a flagrant foul called against Ron Artest, determining Saturday that the play should not have been severe enough to warrant an ejection.

Artest ejected for second straight game

Ron Artest was ejected with less than a minute remaining in Houston's game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night after a flagrant foul on Pau Gasol.

Ventre: Bryant-Artest tussle might wake up Lakers

Ordinarily when an individual angrily yells at another and gestures with his hand across his own neck in cutthroat fashion, the setting is someplace like the recreation yard at Rikers Island, and the result is a homemade shiv to the rib cage later in the laundry room.

Expert: Simple game plan — give Yao the dang ball

Give him the ball.

Artest, McGrady close to returning from injuries

Ron Artest and Tracy McGrady practiced with the Houston Rockets on Thursday and said they were close to recovering from injuries that have nagged them most of the season.

Rockets F Artest out with injured ankle

Houston Rockets forward Ron Artest missed his second straight game with a sore right ankle, sitting out Tuesday night against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Jones: Rockets face early-season adversity

Going into the season the Rockets had a clear goal of getting out of the first round of the playoffs for the first time since 1997. And with the addition over the summer of Ron Artest they felt good about their chances of achieving that goal.

Expert: Like baseball brethren, 76ers have shot at title

Philadelphia, city of winners?

Rockets formally announce Artest trade

Ron Artest officially joined the Houston Rockets on Thursday.

Ron Artest to be traded to Rockets

The Houston Rockets are close to an agreement to acquire Ron Artest from the Sacramento Kings, two people familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press.

Artest Misses Another Game

Sacramento forward Ron Artest missed the Kings' game at Denver on Saturday night, negating any advantage the team might have had facing a Nuggets club without suspended forward Kenyon Martin.

Artest Out 3-4 Weeks After Elbow Aurgery

Ron Artest had surgery on his right elbow Wednesday and will miss three to four weeks, another blow to the injury-depleted Sacramento Kings.

After Serving Suspension, Artest Returns

Ron Artest rejoined Sacramento's lineup Wednesday night at Minnesota, ready to resume his never-dull career after serving a seven-game suspension to start the season.

Kings' Ron Artest Pleads Not Guilty

Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest pleaded not guilty Thursday to misdemeanor charges stemming from a domestic dispute with his wife earlier this month.

Artest Arrested; Kings Give Him Leave

Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest was arrested Monday and excused indefinitely from the team after a woman said he shoved her to the floor inside his home and prevented her from calling 911.

Artest Arrested for Domestic Violence

Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence, Placer County Sheriff's officials said Monday.

Artest Suspended for Hitting Ginobili

Ron Artest's reputation might have caught up to him at a terrible time for the Sacramento Kings.

Ron Artest Sees Playoff Berth With Kings

Ron Artest had the demeanor, the diplomacy and even the crisp, pinstriped dress shirt of a man eager for a good impression and yet another fresh start.

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Kobe Bryant v Ron Artest

Kobe and Ron were exchanging verbal barbs in the game last night. It finally escalated to the point when Ron was ejected and Kobe got to shoot a technical foul. More... Link Kobe put an elbow in Artest's neck. Link NBA website Link

Kings trade Artest to Rockets; will join McGrady and Yao Ming
Source: Fox Sports

Ron Artest may be joining Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming in Houston.... See more irresistible headlines

Sources: Artest talking about retiring after season
Source: ESPN.com

Artest won't confirm, deny if he's talked about retiring Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest told multiple teammates this week that he wants to retire at season's end to spend more time with his family, according to club sources.

1 returns, another arrives | IndyStar.com
Source: The Indianapolis Star

On a night that centered around the return of Ron Artest, it was the player with whom he spent countless hours in the gym playing one-on-one in the summer that brought energy to the Indiana Pacers.

Artest makes 1st visit with new team | IndyStar.com
Source: The Indianapolis Star

The verdict is still out on the last because the Pacers are dealing with numerous injuries, but Artest is accomplishing the first two. And he's doing it while playing in a team setting and taking the Sacramento Kings from lottery bound to likely playoff bound.

Pacers send Artest to Kings in exchange for Stojakovic - NBA - Yahoo! Sports
Source: Yahoo! Sports

finally a trade is done for the Pacers

SI.com - Writers - Marty Burns: Kings deal for Artest called off late - Tuesday January 24, 2006 11:31PM
Source: Sports Illustrated

The always unpredictable Artest is up to his usual carziness.

Another town, another Artest trade rumor | IndyStar.com
Source: The Indianapolis Star

Looks like Artest should be dealt very soon

Pacers Conclude Time Has Come to Trade Artest - New York Times
Source: The New York Times

C'mon, how the hell does this guy still have a job?

Sonics out of Artest's long term plans
Source: CBS SportsLine.com

Many in Seattle thought Ron Artest might be interested in troubled defensive specialist Ron Artest...probably won't happen if Artest won't consider a long term deal.

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