Shut up and play, T-MacTracy McGrady should stop worrying about New Orleans’ security and start caring about the city’s need for the 2008 All-Star game.
Martin helps Kings cruise past Blazers (AP)Kevin Martin got the Kings off to a fast start and Ron Artest made sure they finished strong. Martin scored 15 of his 33 points in the first quarter, Artest added 23 points and nine rebounds, and Sacramento won its third straight, 104-96 over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night. Zach Randolph had 24 points and 12 rebounds for the Blazers, who never led and committed 18 turnovers.
Lakers F Odom has shoulder injury (AP)Los Angeles Lakers forward Lamar Odom was diagnosed Saturday with a left shoulder injury. Odom, who was injured Friday night against Sacramento, underwent an MRI exam Saturday that revealed a torn labrum, team spokesman John Black said. He didn’t travel to Phoenix for a game on Sunday and will see a doctor Monday.
Clips set franchise record on defense (AP)The Los Angeles Clippers made a defensive stand against the Indiana Pacers that established a franchise record for fewest points allowed in a game. Even coach Mike Dunleavy made an unexpected defensive stop — against his own son. Corey Maggette scored 20 points and Elton Brand added 17 points and 12 rebounds in an 87-64 rout of the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night.
