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According to multiple media reports including one today from the Associated Press , the Sacramento Kings and Houston Rockets are close to completing a deal which will send the productive, albeit at times embattled guard Ron Artest to the Rockets. In return the Kings will reportedly reacquire former King Bobby Jackson and another player in the deal. A big move, no doubt. It has all the ...
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... Slam The latest absolutely critical USA basketball patriotism portraits The Sports Brief NBA mid-summer report: Atlantic Division Detroit Free Press Michael Curry won't make much of a difference NBADraft.net The superstar theory revisited and supercharged part I Lex Nihil Novi Celtics draft Ainge in second round Chances of signing Ainge appear slim Fred Roberts on the Ainge pick The truth and his ego Orlando Sentinel Artest going to Houston creates a KG-Pierce-Allen like dynamic? Sports Watchers Top 5 ...
LOY's PLACE a celtics green blog — ... Free Press Michael Curry won't make much of a difference NBADraft.net The superstar theory revisited and supercharged part I Lex Nihil Novi Celtics draft Ainge in second round FL's Take: Love these looks back at the good old days. Chances of signing Ainge appear slim Fred Roberts on the Ainge pick The truth and his ego Orlando Sentinel Artest going to Houston creates a KG-Pierce-Allen like dynamic? Sports ...
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Breaking: Report Says Ron Artest Traded To Houston Rockets
nba.fanhouse.com 7/30/2008 — Oh, what a day it has been. The Houston Chronicle is reporting that a deal is in place for the Sacramento Kings to send volatile guard forward Ron Artest to the Houston Rockets, in exchange for Bobby Jackson , a first round pick, and an additional ...
nba.fanhouse.com 7/30/2008 — Oh, what a day it has been. The Houston Chronicle is reporting that a deal is in place for the Sacramento Kings to send volatile guard forward Ron Artest to the Houston Rockets, in exchange for Bobby Jackson , a first round pick, and an additional ...
Is It Too Late to Move to Houston?
straightbangin.blogspot.com 7/30/2008 — Well, business just picked up. Wow . I don't even know what to write. I just talked to my dad while in a state of moderate hysteria as we contemplated both Ron joining TMac and Ron playing with Skip. Now they just need a few Riverside Hawks. I ...
straightbangin.blogspot.com 7/30/2008 — Well, business just picked up. Wow . I don't even know what to write. I just talked to my dad while in a state of moderate hysteria as we contemplated both Ron joining TMac and Ron playing with Skip. Now they just need a few Riverside Hawks. I ...
Rumors and Free Agent Updates - Ron Ron on the Move Edition
celticsgreen.blogspot.com 7/30/2008 — The Houston Rockets have reportedly reached an agreement with the Sacramento Kings that will land Ron Artest in Houston. After weeks of rumors that the Lakers were close to a deal for Ron Ron, it appears that the Rockets have acquired the ...
celticsgreen.blogspot.com 7/30/2008 — The Houston Rockets have reportedly reached an agreement with the Sacramento Kings that will land Ron Artest in Houston. After weeks of rumors that the Lakers were close to a deal for Ron Ron, it appears that the Rockets have acquired the ...
Yao Ming: Not Certain About Ron Artest
myespn.go.com 7/30/2008 — The Houston Chronicle's Fran Blinebury is in China with Yao Ming, and has the following Ron Artest reaction, laced with trepidation, from Yao: "For some reason, I like (Artest)," Yao said. "Because in the games we play against him, I hate him. ...
myespn.go.com 7/30/2008 — The Houston Chronicle's Fran Blinebury is in China with Yao Ming, and has the following Ron Artest reaction, laced with trepidation, from Yao: "For some reason, I like (Artest)," Yao said. "Because in the games we play against him, I hate him. ...
Ron-Ron Comes Strong at Yao and the Rockets
sportsonmymind.com 7/31/2008 — Yao Ming shot an arrow across the bow of 'Good Ship Ron-Ron' Artest yesterday. According to an article in the Houston Chronicle, all the way from China ('they can't buy cell phones with chickens' can they Jay Crawford?) Yao said this of Artest: “When ...
sportsonmymind.com 7/31/2008 — Yao Ming shot an arrow across the bow of 'Good Ship Ron-Ron' Artest yesterday. According to an article in the Houston Chronicle, all the way from China ('they can't buy cell phones with chickens' can they Jay Crawford?) Yao said this of Artest: “When ...
Ron Artest-Crazy As Hell
thoughtsfromthejockstrap.blogspot.com 8/1/2008 — Ron Ron is going to make things very interesting this year in Houston, and that probably won't have anything to do with Basketball itself.
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Artest to Houston — Sports Blog - football, basketball, and baseball
Ron Artest has been traded to Houston. Again, this is late, but I haven’t had the Internet for a week now, and all of this is news to me.
Artest to Houston? Sheez. It’s easy to dog Houston for their constant first round exit, but last year they made noise with just T-Mac and Shane Battier doing all the work. Add in a healthy Yao Ming, a ...
Ron Artest and Yao Ming Are Already Feuding [NBA] — Deadspin
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Ron Artest Fires Back at Yao Ming — Dime Magazine
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This morning's Smack has Yao Ming's interesting/semi-inflammatory remarks about his new teammate, Ron Artest.
A few hours after Yao's quotes broke, the Sacramento Bee got a hold of Ron-Ron for his response:
Reached by phone a few hours later, Artest – who had spoken with Rockets shooting guard Tracy McGrady but not Yao [...]
Yao Concerned About Artest Rocketing to Houston — SPORTSbyBROOKS
In an off-season of monumental player moves, the NBA went through another one on Wednesday, as the Houston Rockets acquired Ron Artest from the Sacramento Kings.
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Ron Artest reports for a Rocket test — NBA Obsessed
NBA Obsessed takes you into the hit and run game of NBA Basketball.
Here Ron Artest thinks he is a Rocket already and leans into take off position
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Ron Artest, Not A Laker — LABallTalk.com
The Los Angeles Lakers wanted Ron Artest.
Lakers fans wanted Ron Artest.
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Phil Jackson wanted Ron Artest.
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The Rockets got Ron Artest.
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In a word: perhaps. But I'm not totally convinced Ron Artest won't do more harm than good to any team he lands with. There are, however, a few reasons for Rockets fans to feel OK about this trade . 1.) Artest is unquestionably talented, especially on the defensive side of the ball. With him and Tracy McGrady on the wings and Yao Ming's presence around the rim we should be looking at one of ...
Houston gets a little crazier — Uwe Blog
Ron-Ron So the Dallas Mavericks offered the Sacramento Kings Jerry Stackhouse and Brandon Bass for Ron Artest. The Kings balked. The Kings counteroffered Artest for Josh Howard. The Mavs balked. The Kings went elsewhere. In fact, they went about five or six hours south on I-45. Allegedly, the Kings are sending Artest to the Houston Rockets for Bobby Jackson's corpse, Donte Green and the ...
Ron Artest to Houston? — CelticsBlog
I was working on my preview of the Russian National Team (goes live tomorrow!) when I stumbled upon the news that Ron Artest is headed to Houston . It is not official and won't be for a while because of Donte' Green's rookie contract. However, that doesn't mean I can't have some quick reactions: 1. Artest is only 28. I feel like he's been around forever. 2. On the surface Tracy McGrady is ...
Houston we have a contender — WCBias | West Coast Bias Sports Blog | West Coast Sports News by West Coast Sports Fans, Covering Los Angeles Lakers, Dodgers and All Things West Coast
When news broke that Ron Artest had been traded to the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night, our resident NBA blogger and Laker lover Ryantific had this reaction:
“(Expletive), did you see Artest is going to the Rockets? Makes them tough.”The Sacramento Kings sent 6-7 Artest to Houston for a familiar face in Bobby Jackson, draft rights to Donte Greene and a No. 1 pick in 2009.
The trade finally
Ron Artest Goes To The Rockets!!! — SidelineShow.com-SportsTalk Radio
The Western Conference just got harder. Your boy Ron Artest is now a Houston Rocket. Artest who has a good history with the head coach of the Rockets Rick Adelman. Artest had this to say about Adelman.I haven’t spoken to anybody yet,” Artest said. “But if that’s true [about a Houston trade], I don’t even [...]
Rockets Steal Artest From Kings — RedsArmy.com - The Voice Of Celtics Fans
Crazy Ron-Ron is taking his act to the Houston Rockets. The Kings agreed to trade away their volatile yet talented swingman for Donte Greene (the 28th pick in this year’s draft), Bobby Jackson and a first round pick in 2009. Wait, there must be more. Nope. This ranks right up there with the Pau Gasol heist. Since Houston has a solid core (55-27 last season) and only has to pay ...
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Phil Jackson’s dream of putting Kobe Bryant and Ron Artest was dashed as it was announced that Artest was going to be shipped to Houston in exchange for Bobby Jackson, 28th overall pick Donte Greene and a first-round pick in 2009. The Rockets were never considered legitimate players for Artest, but sent a hell of a message by getting the much-maligned small forward. The deal can’t be ...
Ron Artest is going to Houston; Loser-ville refuses to wait — Juiced Sports Blog*: Writing Enhanced by Flaxseed Oil
A day after unveiling Houston as a candidate in our 16 team Loser-ville field, the Rockets strike a deal to bring Ron Artest to Texas. Apparently word spreads fast!
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Hmmm… So I’m still trying to decide if I like this Ron Artest deal that went down today.
NBA front-office sources confirmed to ESPN.com that Artest will be dealt to the Rockets in exchange for Houston’s first-round draft pick in 2009, ex-King Bobby Jackson (who arrives with a $6.1 million expiring contract) and the draft rights to Donte Greene. The Kings will also ...
NBA source says Ron Artest to be traded to Rockets — SportsFilter
HOUSTON - 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.
The 28-year-old Artest is as well known for his volatile personality as his basketball skills. Read Story .
Ron Artest Traded to the Houston Rockets — LAKERS4LIFE
Looks like the Sacramento Kings controversial forward Ron Artest is on his way to play alongside Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady in Houston. The Houston Rockets and the Sacramento Kings agreed to a deal that would send small forward Ron Artest to Houston in exchange for former Sacramento King guard Bobby Jackson and draft rights to Donte Green. From the looks of things it seems like the ...
Ron Artest heads to Houston Rockets — SmackCaster SmackBlog
Controversial Ron Artest will be taking his act and game to Houston, where he will be a teammate of Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady if the Rockets keep their roster as is, according to the Houston Chronicle. The Sacramento Kings will get Bobby Jackson, a No. 1 pick in 2009 and an unidentified player in return. If Artest can behave, this is a great move for the Rockets.
Houston Chronicle: Rockets trade for Ron Artest — Bullets Forever
Houston Chronicle: Rockets trade for Ron Artest
They got him for practically nothing (Bobby Jackson's expiring contract, Donte Greene and a first-round pick). I guess that's not nothing, but it's a lot less than I thought.
Still, how exactly does Artest help Houston again?
Yao ends rift, welcomes Artest to Rockets — FOXSports.com News for NBA
Yao Ming has quickly squashed any potential rift that could have developed with new teammate Ron Artest prior to the volatile forward's arrival in Houston. Earlier this week, it was widely reported that Artest would be coming to the Rockets from ...
Yao Ming has quickly squashed any potential rift that could have developed with new teammate Ron Artest prior to the volatile forward's arrival in Houston. Earlier this week, it was widely reported that Artest would be coming to the Rockets from ...
Yao now welcoming Artest to Rockets (AP) — Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
BEIJING (STATS) -- Yao Ming has quickly squashed any potential rift that could have developed with new teammate Ron Artest prior to the volatile forward's arrival in Houston. Earlier this week, it was widely reported that Artest would be coming to the ...
BEIJING (STATS) -- Yao Ming has quickly squashed any potential rift that could have developed with new teammate Ron Artest prior to the volatile forward's arrival in Houston. Earlier this week, it was widely reported that Artest would be coming to the ...
Yao Ming, Ron Artest talk over concerns — Latest Sporting News Articles for NBA
Houston Rockets center Yao Ming, possibly hoping to smooth over a
Houston Rockets center Yao Ming, possibly hoping to smooth over a
Reports: Artest responds to Yao's concerns — FOXSports.com News for NBA
Before Ron Artest arrives in Houston, his reputation is preceding him.
Before Ron Artest arrives in Houston, his reputation is preceding him.
Artest responds to Yao's brawl comments — Latest Sporting News Articles for NBA
Ron Artest, soon to be a Houston...
Ron Artest, soon to be a Houston...
Can't Fault Rockets' Motive for Artest Trade — NBA.com: News
In HOUSTON CHRONICLE, Richard Justice writes "let's get the basketball stuff out of the way first, because that's the easy part. Any conversation about next season's NBA champion will include the Rockets, and when is the last time that was the case? ...
In HOUSTON CHRONICLE, Richard Justice writes "let's get the basketball stuff out of the way first, because that's the easy part. Any conversation about next season's NBA champion will include the Rockets, and when is the last time that was the case? ...
Ron Artest to be traded to Houston Rockets — Celtics & NBA - BostonHerald.com
HOUSTON - 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. The...
HOUSTON - 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. The...
Ron Artest Traded to the Houston Rockets — Bleacher Report - NBA
Looks like the Sacramento Kings' controversial forward Ron Artest is on his way to play alongside Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady in Houston. The Houston Rockets and the Sacramento Kings agreed to a deal that would send small forward Ron Artest to ...
Looks like the Sacramento Kings' controversial forward Ron Artest is on his way to play alongside Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady in Houston. The Houston Rockets and the Sacramento Kings agreed to a deal that would send small forward Ron Artest to ...
Rockets close to acquiring Ron Artest from Kings — L.A. Times - Basketball
Houston will give up Bobby Jackson. > The Houston Rockets are close to an agreement to acquire Ron Artest from the Sacramento Kings, two people familiar with the negotiations ...
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Six Reasons the Ron Artest Trade Isn't As Great As It Appears — Bleacher Report - NBA
Congrats to everyone for getting on this story so quickly. The Houston Chronicle reported this around 7:15PM Tuesday and there have already been a few articles written about it. Here are six reasons not to get caught up in the height: ...
Congrats to everyone for getting on this story so quickly. The Houston Chronicle reported this around 7:15PM Tuesday and there have already been a few articles written about it. Here are six reasons not to get caught up in the height: ...
Reports: Rockets set to acquire Artest — FOXSports.com News for NBA
Ron Artest may be heading to Houston soon. The Rockets have agreed to a deal with the Kings, according to multiple reports.
Ron Artest may be heading to Houston soon. The Rockets have agreed to a deal with the Kings, according to multiple reports.
AP: Artest to be traded to Rockets — USATODAY.com NBA - Top Stories
The Houston Rockets are close to an agreement to acquire Ron Artest from the Sacramento Kings, two people familiar with the negotiations ...
The Houston Rockets are close to an agreement to acquire Ron Artest from the Sacramento Kings, two people familiar with the negotiations ...
Reports: Rockets to acquire Artest in trade — FOXSports.com News for NBA
Ron Artest may be joining Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming in Houston.
Ron Artest may be joining Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming in Houston.
NBA source says Ron Artest to be traded to Rockets — The Seattle Times: Sports
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.
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.
Rockets to acquire Ron Artest from Kings — Latest Sporting News Articles for NBA
HOUSTON (AP) -- The Houston Rockets are close to an agreement to acquire Ron Artest from the Sacrame...
HOUSTON (AP) -- The Houston Rockets are close to an agreement to acquire Ron Artest from the Sacrame...
Rockets close to acquiring Artest (AP) — Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
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. The Rockets will give up guard Bobby Jackson, who played for the Kings from ...
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. The Rockets will give up guard Bobby Jackson, who played for the Kings from ...
Rockets Pull a Stunner, Acquire Ron Artest in a Trade — Bleacher Report - NBA
As I write this piece, my mouth hangs open and shock has gripped me. I'm not sure how to respond to the Houston Rockets landing Ron Artest in a deal today. The Sacramento Kings get Bobby Jackson and his expiring contract, an unknown player ...
As I write this piece, my mouth hangs open and shock has gripped me. I'm not sure how to respond to the Houston Rockets landing Ron Artest in a deal today. The Sacramento Kings get Bobby Jackson and his expiring contract, an unknown player ...
Report: Rockets to get Artest in trade — FOXSports.com News for NBA
Ron Artest may be joining Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming in Houston.
Ron Artest may be joining Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming in Houston.
Houston Rockets to Aquire Ron Artest — Bleacher Report - NBA
The Houston Rockets have agreed to a deal that would net them Ron Artest, according to a report in the Houston Chronicle Tuesday. In exchange, the Sacramento Kings get a huge boost in their rebuilding process. Bobby Jackson returns to the Kings, ...
The Houston Rockets have agreed to a deal that would net them Ron Artest, according to a report in the Houston Chronicle Tuesday. In exchange, the Sacramento Kings get a huge boost in their rebuilding process. Bobby Jackson returns to the Kings, ...
Breaking News: Ron Artest Traded to Rockets — Bleacher Report - NBA
The Houston Chronicle is reporting that Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey has traded backup point guard Bobby Jackson, an undisclosed player (perhaps Rockets' first rounder Donte' Green), and next year's first-round draft pick. The Rockets will ...
The Houston Chronicle is reporting that Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey has traded backup point guard Bobby Jackson, an undisclosed player (perhaps Rockets' first rounder Donte' Green), and next year's first-round draft pick. The Rockets will ...
