News from October 31.

The NBA fined Charles Oakley (NY) $6,000 and suspeneded him for one game
for throwing a punch during a NY-Phi game Oct. 29.

The NBA fined Vernon Maxwell $3,000 for verbally abusing the ref.

Cleveland released Tony Bennett and placed Brad Daugherty, Antonio Lang,
and Joe Courtney on IR.

The LA Clippers released Shawn Jamison and Tony Maroney.

The LA Lakers released Kurt Rambis, Gerard King, and Kareem Townes.
Rambis will resume his role as special assistant coach.

Phoenix placed Danny Manning, Mario Bennett, and John Coker on IR.

Seattle released Matt Othick and Trevor Wilson and placed Nate McMillan on
IR.

Chicago released Kenny Harris and Ronnie McMahan.

Indiana released Robert Churchwell and Kevin Salvadori.

Milwaukee released Tate George and Brad Sellers and placed Kevin Duckworth
on IR.

Minnesota released Rich King.

Orlando released Ivano Newbill.

Washington activated assistant coach Derek Smith as a player.