This is the November 30, 2012 news archive. View today's NBA Atlantic news and rumors.

NBA Atlantic News and Rumors

Green, Terry lift Rondo-less Celts past Blazers

Associated Press, ESPN.com

Jeff Green scored 19 points, Jason Terry added 17 and the Boston Celtics cruised to a comfortable win without Rajon Rondo, topping the Portland Trail Blazers 96-78 on Friday night.

Associated Press, ESPN.com

DeMar DeRozan scored 23 points, Amir Johnson added 16, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Phoenix Suns 101-97 to snap a six-game losing streak on Friday night.

Associated Press, ESPN.com

Carmelo Anthony and J.R. Smith each scored 20 points, and the New York Knicks beat the Washington Wizards for the 10th straight time, 108-87 on Friday night.

CNNSI.com

Johnson, Nets hold off Magic to win fifth straight

Associated Press, ESPN.com

Evan Turner scored 25 points, Jason Richardson hit four 3-pointers down the stretch and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Charlotte Bobcats 104-98 on Friday night for their third consecutive victory.

nba.com

Celtics coach Doc Rivers criticized the NBA's fine against the San Antonio Spurs after they kept four top players out of a game.

Howard Beck, nytimes.com

The Nets insist that, this time, the injury to Brook Lopez's right foot truly is minor.

Jim Cavan, nytimes.com

The Celtics defense has shown some cracks this season and they are suddenly relying on offense to win games.

Associated Press, ESPN.com

The Toronto Raptors have signed free-agent swingman Mickael Pietrus and waived forward Dominic McGuire.

nba.com

The Toronto Raptors have signed free-agent swingman Mickael Pietrus and waived forward Dominic McGuire.

Carl Lamarre, dimemag.com

A certain aura illuminates the state of New York now. After millions of homes were mangled by the devastating storm caused by Hurricane Sandy, many lives were depleted of happiness. Souls were deflated. Streams of tears and anguish flooded the streets a…

Robert Silverman, nytimes.com

The Lakers should have plenty of appealing options for trading partners if they decide to move Pau Gasol.

Iam Thomsen, CNNSI.com

BOSTON -- It's too early to say the Celtics are in a crisis. But they are at a crossroads.

Jared Zwerling, ESPN.com

New York Knicks forward Amar'e Stoudemire underwent a surgical procedure to repair his injured left knee on Wednesday and will be sidelined approximately six to eight weeks, the team announced.

CNNSI.com

Amar'e Stoudemire has started every game he's played for the Knicks, but with New York off to a hot start, he's reportedly OK with a bench role. It's the only option, says Ben Golliver.