News from October 4. Cleveland released Tony Farmer. Caron Butler (Mia) underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left knee to remove loose particles. He is expected to be out 3 to 4 weeks. Memphis signed Mike Miller to a 6 year extension. Miller is now signed through 09-10. New Jersey reached a buyout agreement with Dikembe Mutombo, making him a free agent. The buyout is reportedly worth $30 million. New Jersey released Lavan Alston and James Smith. Orlando released Ousmane Cisse. Scott Williams (Pho) underwent surgery on his left thumb to repair ligaments. He is expected to be out 6 weeks. Nick Collison (Sea) is expected to undergo surgery on both shoulders and will be out for the entire season. He dislocated his left shoulder and tests showed a similar weakness in his right shoulder.