News from July 3. The NBA suspended Glenn Robinson (Atl) for the 1st 3 games of the regular season for his conviction of domestic battery and assault against his ex-fiancee. Dallas signed 1st round draft pick (#29) Josh Howard to a 3 year, $2,590,920 contract with a 4th year worth $1,667,603 at the team's option. Cleveland signed 1st round draft pick (#1) LeBron James to a 3 year, $12,961,080 contract with a 4th year worth $5,828,090 at the team's option.