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2012-2013 Clippers Exit Interviews: Chauncey Billups

Clips Nation — Name: Chauncey Billups2012-2013 Key Stats: 8.4 ppg, 2.2 apg, 1.5 rbgAge: 36Years in NBA: 16Years With Clippers: 22012-2013 Salary: $3,000,000Contract Status: Unrestricted Free AgentIn A Nutshell: When Chauncey Billups went down with an achilles injury last season, we all knew it would be tough for him to recover. Mr. Big shot was still playing very effective basketball for the Clippers as the starting 2 guard; through 20 games he was averaging 15 points, shooting 38% from three, and getting to the free throw line better than 5 times a game. Clips nation was hopeful that he would be ...

Los Angeles Clippers May 22, 2013

OKC Thunder notebook: Derek Fisher continues to climb 3-pointer chart

Oklahoman — BY RYAN ABER, Staff Writer, raber@opubco.comWith three quick 3-pointers in the second quarter, Derek Fisher tied Chauncey Billups for fourth all-time with 267 playoff treys. Fisher has quite a ways to go to move up anymore. Ray Allen is the all-time leader with 327, Reggie Miller is second with 320 and Kobe Bryant is third with 292. Fisher hit three 3-pointers in less than two minutes midway through the second quarter, helping the Thunder go from two back to five ahead. The Thunder was 6 of 8 from behind the 3-point line in the first half. WESTBROOK WON'T BE WALKING IN MEMPHIS Russell Westbroo...

Oklahoma City Thunder May 7, 2013

Arash Markazi on the Clippers

Clips Nation — You can find Markazi's article here. I apologize in advance if this has been posted already or even discussed. 1. Chauncey Billups Billups said he would like to return to the Clippers. He was only able to play 22 games during the regular season after coming back from a ruptured Achilles and dealing with several other injuries, but said he feels as good as he has in two years. "I would love to be back here and continue to help in this process," Billups said. "I feel like we are getting closer. I definitely want to be a part of it and I'll be able to show everybody who I've always been...

Los Angeles Clippers May 5, 2013

Billups wants to stay in L.A.

CBSSports.com Fantasy — Guard Chauncey Billups said he would be willing to re-sign with the Clippers next season, EPSN reports. Billups, who will be an unrestricted free agent over the summer, averaged 8.4 points and 2.2 assists on 40.2 percent shooting from the field this past year. "I would love to be back here and continue to help in this process," Billups said. "I feel like we are getting closer. I definitely want to be a part of it and I'll be able to show everybody who I've always been with a summer of getting myself together, so hopefully it works out like that."

May 5, 2013

Clippers' Chauncey Billups pleased ex-teammate Prince playing 'meaningful' basketball

Memphis Commercial-Appeal — When Tayshaun Prince was traded from the Pistons to the Grizzlies on Jan. 30, there were few people as happy as Chauncey Billups.

Memphis Grizzlies April 30, 2013

Clippers' Chauncey Billups' scoring efforts are stymied

Los Angeles Times — The Clippers guard misses all six of his shots from the field in Game 4 against Memphis.MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It was a rough day for Clippers starting guard Chauncey Billups.

Los Angeles Clippers April 28, 2013

Clippers aware of emotional rollercoaster

Orange County Register — MEMPHIS – Chauncey Billups has been through this enough to know it's wise to buckle up.Over the course of any playoff series, a player and his emotions can be tossed around in every which way, as two teams fight for every possession over the course...

Los Angeles Clippers April 26, 2013

Clippers' Paul could be new 'Mr. Big Shot'

Orange County Register — LOS ANGELES – Less than an hour had passed since Chris Paul broke the Memphis Grizzlies' hearts with a last-second, game-winning floater.Chauncey Billups, a man who is so clutch, they call him "Mr. Big Shot," smiled as he got dressed, fastening the...

Los Angeles Clippers April 23, 2013

The Summer of 1996, Mark Jackson and the demise of Bernie Bickerstaff

Denver Stiffs — Warriors coach Mark Jackson has the distinction of being one of a handful of NBA players to be traded to the Nuggets on multiple occasions (along with Antonio McDyess and Chauncey Billups). Jackson came to the Nuggets twice via trade -- once in 1996 and again in 2002 (like McDyess in 2008, he chose a buyout in 2002 ... can't say I blame either of them) and unwittingly played a part in one of the worst trades in Nuggets history. Masai Ujiri was nowhere near the Nuggets at this time, but must have known the consequences of 1996 when he came to the Nuggets in the summer of 2010. Mark Jack...

Denver Nuggets April 22, 2013

Chauncey Billups gives Clippers a big shot in playoffs

Los Angeles Times — It's the favorite time of the year for the veteran shooting guard, who hopes to provide leadership and scoring against Memphis.As the sixth-ranked active player in playoff experience with 140 postseason games, Chauncey Billups is finally in position to increase his total.

Los Angeles Clippers April 20, 2013

Chauncey Billups back in the lineup

Los Angeles Times — Coach Vinny Del Negro is glad to have leadership of the veteran guard heading into the postseason.

Los Angeles Clippers April 16, 2013

Caron Butler, Chauncey Billups could play Tuesday

Los Angeles Times — Officially, Coach Vinny Del Negro says availability of injured Caron Butler and Chauncey Billups will be determined at game time. Unofficially, it's looking good.Clippers Coach Vinny Del Negro said the playing status of Caron Butler and Chauncey Billups wouldn't be determined until "game time" Tuesday night.

Los Angeles Clippers April 15, 2013

Clippers' Chauncey Billups and DeAndre Jordan use the buddy system

Los Angeles Times — Sage veteran Billups shares his insights with young center, a bond that benefits the team as well. Jordan says he has a lot of respect for Billups and he knows Billups is 'telling me the right thing.'The teacher and the student still are in the classroom this late in the season, the lessons of how best to play this game of basketball being taught.

Los Angeles Clippers April 14, 2013

Billups could play Tuesday

CBSSports.com Fantasy — Clippers guard Chauncey Billups missed his eighth straight game Saturday night against the Grizzlies as he continues to nurse a groin injury. Billups, who has appeared in just 20 games this season, is hoping to return to the lineup for Tuesday's matchup versus Portland, reports the team's official website.

April 13, 2013

Clippers-Grizzlies: Game of the year

Clips Nation — 2012/2013 NBA Regular Season vs 53-26 54-25 April 13th, 2013, 5:00 PM FedEx Forum Prime Ticket, NBA-TV, KFWB 980 AM, KWW 1330 AM Buy Clippers Tickets Probable Starters Chris Paul PG Mike Conley Chauncey Billups SG Tony Allen Matt Barnes SF Tayshaun Prince Blake Griffin PF Zach Randolph DeAndre Jordan C Marc Gasol Advanced Stats (through games of April 11) 91.2 (19th of 30) Pace 88.5 (29th of 30) 110.7 (4th of 30) ORtg 105.0 (17th of 30) 103.6 (8th of 30) DRtg 100.5 (2nd of 30) Injuries/Suspensions/Other Chauncey Billups (groin) questionable ...

Los Angeles Clippers April 13, 2013

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Chauncey Billups Photos

  • In this Feb. 22, 2011, file photo, Masai Ujiri, the Denver Nuggets general manager and executive vice president of basketball operations, addresses the media about the trade of Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups to the New York Knicks during an NBA basketball news conference in Denver. Yahoo Sports reported Friday, May 24, 2013, that the Nuggets are allowing Ujiri to meet with the Toronto Raptors about their GM vacancy The Associated Press
    FILE - In this Feb. 22, 2011, file photo, Masai Ujiri, the Denver Nuggets general manager and executive vice president of basketball operations, addresses the media about the trade of Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups to the New York Knicks during an NBA basketball news conference in Denver. Yahoo Sports reported Friday, May 24, 2013, that the Nuggets are allowing Ujiri to meet with the Toronto Raptors about their GM vacancy. (AP Photo/Barry Gutierrez, File)
  • 2012-2013 Clippers Exit Interviews: Chauncey Billups
    Name: Chauncey Billups2012-2013 Key Stats: 8.4 ppg, 2.2 apg, 1.5 rbgAge: 36Years in NBA: 16Years With Clippers: 22012-2013 Salary: $3,000,000Contract Status: Unrestricted Free AgentIn A Nutshell: When Chauncey Billups went down with an achilles injury last season, we all knew it would be tough for him to recover. Mr. Big shot was still playing very effective basketball for the Clippers as the starting 2 guard; through 20 games he was averaging 15 points, shooting 38% from three, and getting to the free throw line better than 5 times a game. Clips nation was hopeful that he would be ...
  • In this Feb. 22, 2011, file photo, Denver Nuggets executive vice president of basketball operations Masai Ujiri addresses the media about the trade of Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups to the New York Knicks during an NBA basketball news conference in Denver. Ujiri was named the NBA's executive of the year on Thursday, May 9, 2013, a day after Karl was named the league's top coach The Associated Press
    FILE - In this Feb. 22, 2011, file photo, Denver Nuggets executive vice president of basketball operations Masai Ujiri addresses the media about the trade of Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups to the New York Knicks during an NBA basketball news conference in Denver. Ujiri was named the NBA's executive of the year on Thursday, May 9, 2013, a day after Karl was named the league's top coach. (AP Photo/Barry Gutierrez, File)
  • OKC Thunder notebook: Derek Fisher continues to climb 3-pointer chart
    BY RYAN ABER, Staff Writer, raber@opubco.comWith three quick 3-pointers in the second quarter, Derek Fisher tied Chauncey Billups for fourth all-time with 267 playoff treys. Fisher has quite a ways to go to move up anymore. Ray Allen is the all-time leader with 327, Reggie Miller is second with 320 and Kobe Bryant is third with 292. Fisher hit three 3-pointers in less than two minutes midway through the second quarter, helping the Thunder go from two back to five ahead. The Thunder was 6 of 8 from behind the 3-point line in the first half. WESTBROOK WON'T BE WALKING IN MEMPHIS Russell Westbroo...
  • Arash Markazi on the Clippers
    You can find Markazi's article here. I apologize in advance if this has been posted already or even discussed. 1. Chauncey Billups Billups said he would like to return to the Clippers. He was only able to play 22 games during the regular season after coming back from a ruptured Achilles and dealing with several other injuries, but said he feels as good as he has in two years. "I would love to be back here and continue to help in this process," Billups said. "I feel like we are getting closer. I definitely want to be a part of it and I'll be able to show everybody who I've always been...
  • Clippers aware of emotional rollercoaster
    MEMPHIS – Chauncey Billups has been through this enough to know it's wise to buckle up.Over the course of any playoff series, a player and his emotions can be tossed around in every which way, as two teams fight for every possession over the course...
  • Los Angeles Clippers guard Chauncey Billups (1) moves the ball against Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) during the first half of Game 3 in a first-round NBA basketball playoff series, in Memphis, Tenn., Thursday, April 25, 2013 The Associated Press
    Los Angeles Clippers guard Chauncey Billups (1) moves the ball against Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) during the first half of Game 3 in a first-round NBA basketball playoff series, in Memphis, Tenn., Thursday, April 25, 2013. (AP Photo/Danny Johnston)
  • Clippers' Paul could be new 'Mr. Big Shot'
    LOS ANGELES – Less than an hour had passed since Chris Paul broke the Memphis Grizzlies' hearts with a last-second, game-winning floater.Chauncey Billups, a man who is so clutch, they call him "Mr. Big Shot," smiled as he got dressed, fastening the...