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The deal is reportedly for six years and $66 million according to an NBA insider. He's now the highest paid Warrior and is expected to start at point guard. However, there's a chance that Marcus Williams could end up with the job, moving Ellis to his natural position of shooting guard. Jul. 24 - 9:26 pm et

Nelson could return to practice on Tuesday and is expected to play Thursday against the Hornets. Through three preseason game, Nelson is shooting 6-of-17 and has just 10 assists. Stan Van Gundy would like Nelson to be more aggressive, but first he has to prove he can stay healthy. Oct. 13 - 4:00 pm et

We're not sure what is preventing Daniels from playing, but if there's no report it probably isn't too serious. Some good news, however -- Murphy has already resumed practicing and coach Jim O'Brien said that Dunleavy "will be practicing this week." Diener remains out indefinitely as he recovers from offseason toe surgery. Oct. 13 - 10:01 am et

"That was like my alter-ago talking," Odom said of his negative reaction toward being a reserve. "I'm a good locker-room dude. I don't want to be detrimental to the team." Phil Jackson praised Odom's play after the game, so it appears the two have finally found some common ground. It looks like L.O. will indeed begin the season as a reserve, but his fantasy value shouldn't change much either way. Oct. 13 - 9:48 am et

We're not sure what grounds the appeal will be based on, since Ellis clearly violated his contract and then lied about the circumstances of his injury. Nothing is certain yet, but it sounds like this soap opera could drag on for a few more months. Oct. 13 - 9:02 am et

"It was killing me when I woke up [Sunday] morning," Billups said. Neither injury sounds too serious and we expect him to be in the starting five on opening night. Look for Rodney Stuckey to put up some big numbers if Billups has to sit out on Tuesday. Oct. 13 - 8:50 am et

Carter looked great and was fearlessly attacking the basket, resulting in 9-of-10 free throws. He is healthy and motivated to lead the young Nets, and could end up being a steal for his owners. Oct. 12 - 4:46 pm et