By MICHEAL COMPTON, The Daily News, mcompton@bgdailynews.com Friday, July 13, 2007 9:46 PM CDT Joe Imel/Daily News Western Kentucky newcomer Amy McNear looks to make an impact this season for the Lady Toppers. via Daily News
With the Steve Nash Foundation Charity Classic just one week away, Vancouver Sun sports writer Ian Walker caught up with the two-time National Basketball Association MVP and all-round good guy. via Vancouver Sun
“At different times, I can count on one hand the number of people who thought I would ever come back”
He is rich beyond his wildest dreams, with the kind of business mind to keep it growing and growing. via Arizona Daily Star
“But I feel like this is a reward, the opportunity to play here and try to win a world championship. “You want to win, and that should be your goal every year. “That’s the goal here.”
As an unrestricted free agent, Grant Hill had plenty of options. He chose the Phoenix Suns because he wants the same thing they do: an NBA title. via CBS SportsLine
“It could be a great situation. I want to grow as a basketball player. This is my job. Their job is to coach. My job is to play. I want to get better every day, no matter what it takes.”
Marcus Banks scored 42 points in a game Monday and missed one shot in a scrimmage Tuesday. via Arizona Republic
Today Truehoop ‘ writes about a very interesting topic from Oregonlive.com article, which talks about the offers Portland Trailblazers GM Pritchard was getting before the draft for the number one pick where … via ArmchairGM
FOOTING THE BILL FOR HILL Grant Hill has agreed in principle to a two-year, $3.8 million deal with the Phoenix Suns. via Sun-Journal
