Ron Artest
- Height: 6-7
- Weight: 246
- Born: Nov 13, 1979 - Queens, New York
- College: St. John's
- Draft: 1999 - 1st round (16th pick) by the Chicago Bulls
News and Notes
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Jul 3
F Ron Artest has stated that he will sign with the Lakers, according to multiple media outlets. A contract cannot be signed until July 8. |
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Jul 2
Artest has reached an agreement with the Lakers on a three-year, $18 million contract, the Los Angeles Times reports. Recommendation: Artest likely could have commanded a longer deal, but is reportedly extremely interested in playing in Los Angeles with Kobe Bryant. His signing likely ends the Lakers' pursuit of re-signing Trevor Ariza, but they should still have a shot at Lamar Odom. Artest could help make the Lakers one of the top defensive teams in the league next season. |
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Jul 2
Artest is joining Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers. David Bauman, Artest's agent, told The Associated Press that the Houston Rockets forward has verbally agreed to play for the NBA champions next season. Bauman said the final details are still being worked out, but could be finished as early as Thursday night. Advice: ESPN.com reported that Artest had agreed to a three-year deal worth $18 million. Bauman would not confirm those numbers, saying the deal was still being negotiated. |
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