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Mon Jul 2 201213:16Leon Powe to play with Bulls in summer league
Leon Powe will play for the Bulls in summer league.
Powe played in Puerto Rico last season and the Bulls were rumored to have interest, so they'll get an extended look at him in summer league. With the possibility that the team will lose Omer Asik as a restricted free agent, bringing in Powe for a look makes sense.
Source: CSNNE.com
Wed Mar 14 201216:48Leon Powe could be headed to Chicago?
Leon Powe has left his team in Puerto Rico, and the Bulls are reportedly interested in the veteran big man.
Powe just signed with the Puerto Rican team and the timing of his departure seems very telling. Chicago has one available roster spot.
Source: K.C. Johnson on Twitter
Wed Mar 7 201214:42Leon Powe signs to play in Puerto Rico
Leon Powe has reportedly signed with Atleticos de San German in Puerto Rico.
Powe had previously been linked to the Bulls. The 28-year-old played in 30 games for the Cavs and Grizzlies last season, averaging 5.3 points per game.
Source: sportando.net
Thu Feb 23 201208:48Leon Powe a possibility for Chicago Bulls?
Leon Powe "remains a possibility" to be signed by the Chicago Bulls.
The Bulls were in the Joel Przybilla sweepstakes, but after he decided to sign with Portland, Chicago is back in the market for another big man. The Bulls have an open roster spot with just 14 players under contract.
Source: Chicago Tribune
Sat Mar 5 201111:57Leon Powe officially signs w/ Grizzlies
Leon Powe has officially signed with the Grizzlies.
Powe is a capable veteran who brings more size and toughness to the bench, where he'll backup Zach Randolph and Marc Gasol as Memphis makes their push toward the playoffs. They currently hold the eighth seed in the West, 0.5 game ahead of the Suns and 1.5 games ahead of the Jazz.
Source: Rotoworld.com
Thu Mar 3 201119:44Powe offcially signs with the Grizzlies
Updating our earlier post, forward Leon Powe has officially signed a deal with the Memphis Grizzlies.
It is highly unlikely that Powe will make an impact in fantasy hoops this season.
Source: David Aldridge at nba.com
Thu Mar 3 201117:45Report: Powe to sign with Grizz
Free agent F Leon Powe will sign with the Grizzlies, a source tells NBA.com's David Aldridge.
The Grizzlies are making a hard push for the playoffs and Powe will be another piece off the bench. When his knees are healthy, Powe has the size and skills to be a quality member of the second unit.
Source: David Aldridge on Twitter
Thu Mar 3 201110:28Powe visited Grizzlies
Free agent Leon Powe visited the Grizzlies on Wednesday.
Powe worked out a buyout from the Cavs last week and is looking for the right fit. If healthy, he'd give the Grizz some rugged toughness on the interior off the bench.
Source: Memphis Commerical-Appeal
Sat Feb 26 201112:51Grizzlies, Knicks also pursuing Leon Powe
The Grizzlies, Knicks, and Celtics have all expressed interest in signing PF Leon Powe once he clears waivers on Tuesday.
The Memphis Commercial Appeal confirms the Grizzlies' interest, though the Celtics still seem like the front-runner given their history with Powe and obvious championship aspirations.
Source: Marc Stein on Twitter
Fri Feb 25 201110:21Celtics may sign Leon Powe
The Celtics may sign big man Leon Powe, recently released by Cleveland, once he clears waivers.
"I'll be happy wherever I end up, but Boston is always holding a special place in my heart," Powe said. The 6'8" PF would add more depth to Boston's veteran frontcourt, but it's unlikely he'd have much value. The Knicks and Magic have also been mentioned as possible landing spots.
Source: CSNNE.com
Thu Feb 24 201119:48Cavaliers waive Leon Powe
The Cavs have released Leon Powe.
The Cavaliers had to get the roster down to fifteen players. He is another big body the Celtics may try and acquire.
Source: Gary Washburn on Twitter
Thu Feb 24 201116:25Leon Powe approached about potential buyout
After the trading fallout the Cleveland Cavaliers are forced to reduce their roster making Leon Powe the most likely target for a buyout.
Powe would join a growing list of players big name players to the buyout list making it possible that he could fall to a less competitive team. Should this happen, there's a chance that he could hold some value. Wait for an official word but a buyout looks likely.
Source: Mary Schmitt Boyer on Twitter
Wed Feb 23 201110:27Leon Powe, Jamario Moon likely buy-outs
Leon Powe and Jamario Moon have both been mentioned as players whose contracts are likely to be bought out by the Cavs after the trade deadline.
"We're trying to work on something," Powe said of a buyout. "I want an opportunity to play. You brought me out here to play; you might as well just move me on." It's doubtful that either player will have the opportunity they have in Cleveland.
Source: Akron Beacon-Journal
Sun Feb 13 201117:37Leon Powe (knee) to return to Cavs rotation
Leon Powe (knee) will return to action for the first time since having knee surgery in January.
Expect small steps out of Powe but the opportunity is there for someone like him to take advantage of a weak Cavs roster. Give him a few games but keep an eye on his minutes and his adjustment.
Source: Jason Lloyd on Twitter
Wed Feb 9 201112:36Powe back at practice
Leon Powe (knee) went through practice on Tuesday.
Powe won't play tonight and is doubtful for Friday, but he is getting close to a return. Depending on what shakes out with the Cavs at the trade deadline, Powe could be a significant part of the rotation over the final two months.
Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer
Mon Jan 24 201109:26Leon Powe stays home to rehab knee
Leon Powe will stay in Cleveland to continue his rehab while the Cavaliers play in Boston on Tuesday.
"I wanted to go out there [to Boston]," said Powe, who used to play for the Celtics. "I haven't seen some people, especially the fans, in a while." He has begun limited on-court activities and is on pace to return around the All-Star break.
Source: CSNNE
Thu Jan 20 201112:06Powe did light running Wednesday
Leon Powe returned to the court Wednesday for the first time since knee surgery.
Powe is just three weeks removed from surgery to repair his right meniscus. His original timetable was 4-6 weeks. Although Powe isn't an add now, anyone with talent in Cleveland will be worth monitoring -- especially if veterans like Antawn Jamison are sent packing at the deadline.
Source: Akron Beacon-Journal
Fri Jan 7 201119:04Loen Powe undergoes knee surgery
Cavs big man Leon Powe underwent knee surgery on Friday and is out indefinitely.
He has a torn meniscus and will miss at least six weeks, which is bad news for the Cavs and Powe, but probably good news for both Anderson Varejao and J.J. Hickson, who will hopefully be back in action tonight after being benched for his last game.
Source: Scott Sargent on Twitter
Fri Jan 7 201109:33Leon Powe out w/ bruised knee
Cavaliers big man Leon Powe left Wednesday's game with a right knee contusion and is not travelling on the team's current five-game roadtrip.
With Anderson Varejao ailing, Cleveland may be forced to play Ryan Hollins and J.J. Hickson at center. There's no word on when Powe might return, but it doesn't sound like he'll play at all during the trip.
Source: WaitingForNextYear.com
Sun Jan 2 201121:37Leon Powe struggles in back-to-back finale
Cavaliers center Leon Powe finished Sunday's game with just two points and one rebound in 14 minutes.
Powe played 30+ minutes in Cleveland's last game, and with his balky knees it's no surprise to see him limited. This dampens any enthusiasm about Saturday's solid outing, and the clock is ticking until Anderson Varejao returns from a fractured cheekbone.
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