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Bickerstaff leaving Bobcats, source says
Bernie Bickerstaff, the original architect of the Charlotte Bobcats' basketball operation, is leaving the franchise, The Charlotte Observer has learned.

04/30/2008

Brown's success in Charlotte could depend on Felton
While crisscrossing the country in job after job, Larry Brown has always placed heavy emphasis --and criticism -- on his point guards.

04/29/2008

Brown unveiled as Bobcats' new coach
Larry Brown wanted to resurrect his vagabond, Hall of Fame coaching career. Michael Jordan needed a veteran teacher and a big hire to rescue his sinking reputation as an NBA executive.

Greg Bailey blog: New day for the Bobcats

Bobcats expected to hire Brown as coach
Well-traveled Larry Brown has reached an agreement to return to the NBA as coach of the Charlotte Bobcats, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Monday.

Greg Bailey blog: New day for the Bobcats

04/27/2008

Bobcats fire Vincent as coach after 1 season
Michael Jordan took a chance on a young, inexperienced coach and it didn't work. Sam Vincent was fired Saturday after one turmoil-filled, non-playoff season running the Charlotte Bobcats.

04/17/2008

Bobcats face uncertainty after disappointing season
The large calendar inside the Charlotte Bobcats' locker room told players that on Thursday they had exit interviews with part-owner Michael Jordan.

04/16/2008

Richardson, Bobcats send Sixers to 4th straight loss
Jason Richardson scored 29 points and the Charlotte Bobcats recovered from blowing a big lead to beat Philadelphia 115-109 on Wednesday night, sending the 76ers to the playoffs on a four-game losing streak.

04/15/2008

Bobcats owner wants more help from business
Charlotte's business community has fallen short in its support of the Charlotte Bobcats, majority owner Bob Johnson said Monday, leading him to ask executives across the region to pony up more money for tickets, suites and sponsorships.

04/14/2008

Bobcats' Okafor prepares for offseason as a restricted free agent
Emeka Okafor has one of the most extensive pregame warmup routines in the NBA. He'll spend an hour after games stretching and taking care of his body.

04/10/2008

Knicks beat Bobcats 109-107 to tie season high
Fred Jones made the go-ahead 3-pointer with 3:47 left and scored 15 points, and the New York Knicks beat the Charlotte Bobcats 109-107 to match a season high with their third straight victory.

04/09/2008

Bobcats overcome Jefferson's 40 points, beat Timberwolves 121-119
The Charlotte Bobcats nearly blew an 18-point lead, missed key free throws and had a strategy decision backfire. The Minnesota Timberwolves roared back behind their new star, only to have a key turnover and a missed shot at the buzzer.

04/08/2008

Bobcats: Taxpayers will benefit from arena naming rights 6:25 PM
Three years after the Bobcats arena opened its doors, the building’s primary tenant announced Tuesday it had reached a deal with Time Warner Cable for naming rights to the facility.

04/07/2008

Time Warner gets naming rights for Bobcats Arena
The Charlotte Bobcats have solved two problems, securing a naming rights deal for its arena and getting out of a television contract that limited the team's reach.

04/04/2008

Bobcats surprise Raptors in Toronto
Jason Richardson scored 27 points

04/03/2008

LeBron James fouls out of Cavaliers' win over Bobcats
A night of frustration for LeBron James might have helped the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff preparation.

04/02/2008

Jordan silent; Vincent thinks he should return as coach
Part-owner Michael Jordan remains silent about Sam Vincent's future with the Charlotte Bobcats, but the first-year coach is speaking up.

04/01/2008

Bobcats owner gives coach Sam Vincent vote of confidence
Charlotte Bobcats owner Bob Johnson believes first-year coach Sam Vincent is the right man for the job.

Chris Bosh scores 32 points to help Raptors beat Bobcats 104-100
Quiet Chris Bosh is suddenly talking all over the court, and the Toronto Raptors hope the newfound motormouth will lead them on a playoff run.

03/27/2008

Richardson leads Bobcats past Lakers 108-95
The Charlotte Bobcats have won four of their last five games against the Los Angeles Lakers.

03/23/2008

Wallace, Richardson lead Bobcats past Heat
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace is the first to admit that he's not quite playing his best basketball yet.

03/18/2008

Miller helps Grizzlies snap skid with 98-80 win over Charlotte
The Memphis Grizzlies finally got fed up with being pushed around.

03/16/2008

Bobcats nearly topple King James and Cavs
James scores 33; Cavaliers survive late rally by Bobcats