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Tuesday, November 09, 2010
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Maine Red Claws Draft Party 2010
The Maine Red Claws, presented by Quirk Chevrolet, today announced that they will host a fan celebration for the 2010 NBA Development League Draft at Bingas Stadium Smokehouse and Sports Bar located at 77 Free Street in Portland. The 2010 NBA D-League Draft will take place Monday, November 1 beginning at 7 PM, and the Draft Party will feature specials on Red Claws Ale and food. In addition, Red Claws season ticket holders will have access to a private room where they will be among the first to learn the Red Claws draft selections and will also be able to pick up their 2010-11 tickets. The party will begin at 6:30 PM.
The NBA D-League Draft will feature more than 140 prospects, many of whom will have recently competed in NBA training camps and summer leagues. The draft offers NBA D-League teams the opportunity to build their rosters from the pool of promising players. Each of the NBA D-League’s 16 teams will be given one pick in each of the eight rounds. No trades will be permitted during the draft and only players signed to an
Monday, July 05, 2010
FIVE RED CLAWS NAMED TO PRO SUMMER LEAGUE ROSTERS IN ORLANDO #nba #nbadl #maineredclaws #celtics #bobcats
Five current or former Red Claws players have been named to NBA Summer League Rosters in Orlando.
Alexis Ajinca will play for Charlotte, Marcus Landry from Indiana, Paul Davis for Orlando, Trey Gilder for Orlando and Paul Harris, who was unable to play last season due to injury but whose NBA D-League rights the Red Claws retain, will play for Utah. Red Claws Head Coach Austin Ainge is coaching the Celtics’ Orlando summer league team. The 2010 AirTran Airways Pro Summer League in Orlando begins today.
OFFICIAL NBA PRESS RELEASE
Forty seven players with NBA Development League experience highlight the rosters of the eight teams playing in the 2010 AirTran Airways Pro Summer League, tipping off in Orlando this afternoon. The event features 20 games played over five days at the RDV Sportsplex in Orlando.
Alexis Ajinca will play for Charlotte, Marcus Landry from Indiana, Paul Davis for Orlando, Trey Gilder for Orlando and Paul Harris, who was unable to play last season due to injury but whose NBA D-League rights the Red Claws retain, will play for Utah. Red Claws Head Coach Austin Ainge is coaching the Celtics’ Orlando summer league team. The 2010 AirTran Airways Pro Summer League in Orlando begins today.
OFFICIAL NBA PRESS RELEASE
Forty seven players with NBA Development League experience highlight the rosters of the eight teams playing in the 2010 AirTran Airways Pro Summer League, tipping off in Orlando this afternoon. The event features 20 games played over five days at the RDV Sportsplex in Orlando.
Thursday, February 04, 2010
#RedClaws Acquire Former Spartan Maurice Ager
The Maine Red Claws, presented by Quirk Chevrolet, today announced that they have acquired Maurice Ager, a former first round selection of the Dallas Mavericks, who joins the team from Cajasol Sevilla (Spain-ACB). He was acquired by the Red Claws through the available player pool. The announcement was made by Red Claws President and General Manager Jon Jennings.
Ager, 25, a 6-5 guard out of Michigan State, was drafted by the Mavericks in the first round (28th overall) in the 2006 NBA Draft. He split two seasons between the Mavericks and their NBA D-League affiliates before being traded to the NJ Nets as part of the February 2008 seven-player deal that sent Jason Kidd to Dallas. After appearing in 34 games with the Nets over two seasons, Ager joined Sevilla, leaving the team on January 10.
“Mo Ager is an NBA level talent and we are fortunate to have him playing for us. He adds a great deal of depth and skill to our team,” said Jennings.
A native of Detroit, Ager was a Michigan State teammate of current Red Claw Paul Davis, finishing his MSU career ranked 11th in MSU career scoring (1,554 pts.), fourth in three-point field goals made (202) and third in attempts (532).
Ager will wear #21 and will join the team in time for their upcoming road trip to Dakota and Sioux Falls. Red Claws fans will get their first chance to see Ager in action on February 10, when the Red Claws host the Austin Toros in "Charlotte Bobcats Affiliate Night." Tickets remain for that game and may be purchased by calling 207-210-6655 or online at www.maineredclaws.com.
Ager, 25, a 6-5 guard out of Michigan State, was drafted by the Mavericks in the first round (28th overall) in the 2006 NBA Draft. He split two seasons between the Mavericks and their NBA D-League affiliates before being traded to the NJ Nets as part of the February 2008 seven-player deal that sent Jason Kidd to Dallas. After appearing in 34 games with the Nets over two seasons, Ager joined Sevilla, leaving the team on January 10.
“Mo Ager is an NBA level talent and we are fortunate to have him playing for us. He adds a great deal of depth and skill to our team,” said Jennings.
A native of Detroit, Ager was a Michigan State teammate of current Red Claw Paul Davis, finishing his MSU career ranked 11th in MSU career scoring (1,554 pts.), fourth in three-point field goals made (202) and third in attempts (532).
Ager will wear #21 and will join the team in time for their upcoming road trip to Dakota and Sioux Falls. Red Claws fans will get their first chance to see Ager in action on February 10, when the Red Claws host the Austin Toros in "Charlotte Bobcats Affiliate Night." Tickets remain for that game and may be purchased by calling 207-210-6655 or online at www.maineredclaws.com.
Tuesday, February 02, 2010
#RedClaws Ajinca Heads back to Charlotte for Thumb Surgery
Charlotte Bobcats center Alexis Ajinca will have surgery on Friday, February 5, to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb. The surgery will be performed by Dr. Paul Perlik at Presbyterian Orthopaedic Hospital in Charlotte.
Ajinca, who is currently on assignment with the Maine Red Claws of the NBA D-League, injured the thumb during the team’s game against the Idaho Stampede on January 27. An MRI was performed by the Red Claws medical staff late last week, and Ajinca returned to Charlotte on Monday to see Dr. Perlik.
Following the surgery, Ajinca will be in a cast for six weeks before beginning rehab.
Ajinca was announced earlier today as a member of the Eastern Conference team for the NBA D-League All-Star Game. In 22 games with the Red Claws, Ajinca is averaging 14.6 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.1 blocked shots in 26.0 minutes played, while shooting .546 from the field (113-207) and .748 from the free-throw line (95-127).
Ajinca, who is currently on assignment with the Maine Red Claws of the NBA D-League, injured the thumb during the team’s game against the Idaho Stampede on January 27. An MRI was performed by the Red Claws medical staff late last week, and Ajinca returned to Charlotte on Monday to see Dr. Perlik.
Following the surgery, Ajinca will be in a cast for six weeks before beginning rehab.
Ajinca was announced earlier today as a member of the Eastern Conference team for the NBA D-League All-Star Game. In 22 games with the Red Claws, Ajinca is averaging 14.6 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.1 blocked shots in 26.0 minutes played, while shooting .546 from the field (113-207) and .748 from the free-throw line (95-127).
Friday, December 18, 2009
#RedClaws Win Lucky 7th in a Row
The Erie BayHawks (2-5) dropped a third straight to the Maine Red Claws (7-1) 96 – 75 at the Tullio Arena.
The Red Claws offensive attack was once again powered by NBA assignees and players with NBA experience, led by Trey Gilder with 23 points and 10 assists to cap a double-double performance. Celtics assignee Lester Hudson added 17 points and Alexis Ajinca on loan from the Charlotte Bobcats notched 14 in a performance that saw Maine never trail the struggling BayHawks.
The Bayhawks were led by Donell Taylor with a game high 27 points. Cedric Jackson notched a double-double with 12 points and 11 assists on the night. Three BayHawks scored in double figures with Jackie Manuel, Ivan Harris and Alade Aminu all chipping in with 10 point performances.
--DLeague Communications--
Friday, December 04, 2009
Red Claws Opening Night Coverage
The Maine Red Claws make their long-awaited regular-season debut tonight at the Expo. The game will be broadcast on 96.3 The Big Jab, and the CMSB will have photos, audios, post-game interviews and a live blog during the game, so stay tuned right here to the CMSB for your Red Claws coverage.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Red Claws getting another NBA player
According to Inside Hoops, Alexis Ajinca is being assigned to the Maine Red Claws. You can read more about him right here. At 7 foot 1, he will be hard to miss in Portland, that's for sure.
Thursday, November 05, 2009
Maine Red Claws Live Draft Blog!
Billy Thomas, First Maine Red Claw
The Maine Red Claws, presented by Quirk Chevrolet, today introduced Billy Thomas as the first player in the franchise’s history. Thomas, whose rights were acquired by the Red Claws in the third round of their NBA D-league Expansion Draft in September, was presented with his Red Claws #12 jersey by President and General Manager Jon Jennings at a press conference this morning.
“We are so fortunate to have a player and person of the quality of Billy Thomas,” said Jennings. “Billy played in the NBA and came from a quality college program at Kansas. His leadership ability is exactly what a young team needs.”
The 6-5, 215 lb. guard brings a strong outside shooting threat to the team. Once the school record holder for career three-point field goals at the University of Kansas, Thomas has extensive experience in the NBA, NBA D-League, USBL, CBA, and IBL.
The two-time winner of the NBA D-League’s Jason Collier Sportsmanship Award for outstanding achievements on and off the court, Thomas comes to the Red Claws after leading the Colorado 14ers to the NBA D-League Championship last season. In 25 games with the 14ers in 2008-09, he averaged 16.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. The championship win was his second NBA D-League ring; Thomas was a member of the 2002 Greenville Groove squad that captured the league’s first championship. He has seen regular season NBA action in 53 games with the Washington Wizards, New Jersey Nets, and Cleveland Cavaliers over a four season span, including a career-high 25 games with the Nets in 2004-05. Thomas has also played in Summer Leagues for the Utah Jazz, Indiana Pacers, Nets, Wizards, San Antonio Spurs, Milwaukee Bucks and Cavaliers.
Thomas, 33, has also played basketball all over the world. Undrafted following his 1998 graduation from the University of Kansas, he spent a season with the Philippine Basketball Association and has also seen action in Greece, Italy, Serbia, and Argentina. Thomas will be joined in Maine by wife Raquel and infant son Zion.
Make sure to join the CMSB tonight for live coverage of the 2009 NBA D-League Draft!
Courtesy Maine Red Claws.
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Red Claws Invite 7 to Training Camp
The Maine Red Claws, presented by Quirk Chevrolet, today announced the first seven players invited to the team’s training camp to be held later this month. The announcement was made by Red Claws President and General Manager Jon Jennings.
“These seven players represent the beginnings of what will become the Maine Red Claws,” Jennings said. “We are excited by the quality of players who are coming to our training camp and believe this is an excellent first step in assembling our roster.”
The seven players are:
Name Pos. Hgt Wgt College How Acquired
Billy Thomas G 6-5 215
Kansas Expansion Draft
Noel Felix F 6-9 235
Fresno State Expansion Draft
Will Blalock G 6-0 205
Iowa State Allocation
Tyrell Blair F 6-11 242
Boston College Allocation
Abdulai Jalloh G 6-2 190
James Madison Tryouts
Michael Williams F 6-11 245
Bryant College Tryouts
Stanley Thomas F 6-5 205
Robert Morris Tryouts
The Red Claws will hold their 2009 NBA Development League Draft party at Binga’s Stadium Smokehouse and Sports Bar on Thursday, November 5. The 9th annual draft will air live on NBA TV beginning at 7 PM EST.
Season tickets and individual tickets are now on sale for the 2009-10 season. Group tickets are also available to groups of 15 or more. The Red Claws will play their home opener on Friday, December 4 when they host the Springfield Armor. For more information on Red Claws tickets, please contact a Red Claws account executive at (207) 210-6655.
Monday, June 29, 2009
MAINE RED CLAWS CELEBRATION
Red Claws Announcement in Portland (CMSB/Pierre's of Exchange St)Here is the complete audio of the announcement celebration held today at Monument Square in Portland.
Red Claws Have Two Affiliates
After sitting on this for a couple of days, we can finally say something. The CMSB, following up on a cryptic comment that said the announcement will have “An Irish Air” to it, learned and confirmed from independent sources in and close to both the Boston Celtics and Charlotte Bobcats organizations last week that they will be the two affiliates of Maine’s new NBA D-League team, the Red Claws.
Although the Celtics affiliation was one of the "Worst-kept secrets in history", the Charlotte affiliation caught everyone by surprise.
Maine Red Claws GM Jon Jennings and Team President Bill Ryan made the official announcement on The Big Jab this morning, the audio is below. There will also be an announcement celebration in Monument Square at Noon today, emceed by Red Claws' play-by-play man Chris Sedenka.
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