News from January 8.

New Jersey signed Eddie Griffin.

Portland activated Derek Anderson.

Utah signed Paul Grant to a 2nd 10-day contract.

Portland released Kaniel Dickens and Matt Carroll.  [thanks to Jed Tai]


Min 96, Por 75  at Min
Latrell Sprewell (Min) had 25 points.
Kevin Garnett (Min) had 26 points on 13-21 FG, 14 rebounds, and 3 steals.
Sam Cassell (Min) had 10 points including 3-9 FG and 11 assists.
Zach Randolph (Por) had 19 points and 7 rebounds.
Jeff McInnis (Por) had 15 points.
Troy Hudson (Min, sprained right ankle) and Dale Davis (Por, weather
travel problems) did not play.

Hou 111, NY 79  at NY
Jim Jackson (Hou) had 21 points including 8-11 FG, 7 rebounds, and 3
steals.
Yao Ming (Hou) had 15 points and 9 rebounds.
Steve Francis (Hou) had 27 points including 10-12 FT, 8 rebounds, 6
assists, and 3 steals.
Keith Van Horn (NY) had 17 points and 11 rebounds.
Moochie Norris (NY) had 17 points including 4-5 3-pointers.