News from August 22.

Shaquille O'Neal (LAL) is scheduled to undergo surgery on his big toe in
the next 2 to 3 weeks.  Once the surgery occurs, he is expected to be out
6 weeks.

Denver re-signed Kenny Satterfield to a 1 year, minimum contract.  [thanks
to Jed Tai]


Exhibition game 
USA 84, China 54 - at Oakland, California
Michael Finley (USA) had 19 points including 7-10 FG, 5 assists, and 3
steals.
Shawn Marion (USA) had 14 points and 5 rebounds.
Jermaine O'Neal (USA) had 12 points on 6-9 FG and 10 rebounds.
Hu Weidong (Chi) had 13 points including 4-12 FG.
Yao Ming (Chi) had 13 points, 11 rebounds, 6 blocks, and 5 turnovers.
USA shot 48.6% (36-74) FG and Chi shot 34.5% (20-58) FG.