Hornets to Change Name to Pelicans

The New Orleans Hornets announced Thursday that they will be going ahead with the name change to the New Orleans Pelicans.  The change has to be approved by the NBA although commissioner David Stern has stated before that he would not object to any name change Tom Benson, owner of the New Orleans Hornets and Saints, chose for the team.  The Hornets will also change to team colors to blue, gold and red.

Falcons' Fan Stabbed After Game

Well, well, well Falcons fans are known to get a little rowdy and this time it backfired.  A Falcons fan was stabbed in the neck after punching a 49ers fan during an altercation after the 49ers defeated the Falcons 24-24.  The incident was said to have occurred around 6:40 pm yesterday and the Falcons fan was taken to Grady Memorial Hospital where it is reported he is currently in stable condition.

Gonzalez Set To Retire

(AP Photo/David Goldman)

I would be lying if I was to say if Tony Gonzalez doesn't come back next year I wouldn't be heartbroken.  Gonzalez has stated all season that he was 95% sure that this would be his last season in the NFL and last night he reiterated this fact.

"It's probably the last time I'm going to wear that uniform.  I didn't want to take it off, to tell you the truth.  All good things come to an end and , like I said all season long, this is probably my last one.  What an unbelievable ride." -Tony Gonzalez after the 28-24 Falcon loss to the 49ers.

The 36 year old Tight End had 72 yards in last night's game and has had 1,242 receptions, 14,268 receiving yards, and 103 receiving touchdowns throughout his 16 year career.  Gonzalez is definitely one of the best to play the tight end position and is without a doubt a hall of famer.

Kings being moved to Seattle?

The owners of the Sacramento Kings, the Maloof family, reached an agreement with a Seattle group to sell its controlling interest of the Kings.  The Seattle group has the intention of moving the Kings to Seattle in time for next season.  NBA teams were informed Sunday night that the Kings were valued at $525 million, which included the value of the team as well as the relocation fees, and that a purchase and sale agreement had been executed by the Maloofs and a group led by hedge fund manager Chris Hansen.

"The proposed transaction is subject to the approval of the NBA Board of Governors and has been referred to the Board's committee process for review." -The NBA announced Monday

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49ers' Crabtree Questioned About Sexual Assault

(Photo: Marcio Jose Sanchez, AP)

The San Francisco 49ers' WR Michael Crabree is currently under investigation for a sexual assault allegation brought against him.  The incident supposedly occurred at a hotel room after the 49ers defeated the Packers to advance to the NFC Championship.  Crabtree has not been detained or arrested and his willing cooperated with the probe and has been interviewed with his attorney.

Suns and Gentry Part Ways

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After having the worst record in the west, 13-28, the Phoenix Suns and Coach Alvin Gentry have agreed to go their separate ways.  An interim coach is said to be announced within the next 24-48 hours.

UPDATE (1/20/13): The Suns have named Lindsey Hunter, the player development director, as it's interim coach.

NBA All Star 2013 Starters

The NBA All Star Starts for this year's All Star game from Houston, TX have been announced.

Photo: www.nbaallstar.com

East
Lebron James, Miami Heat
Rajon Rondo, Boston Celtics
Dwyane Wade, Miami Heat
Carmelo Anthony, New York Knicks
Kevin Garnett, Boston Celtics

West
Kobe Bryant, LA Lakers
Kevin Durant, OKC Thunder
Dwight Howard, LA Lakers
Blake Griffin, LA Clippers
Chris Paul, LA Clippers