The Miami HEAT announced today that they have acquired All-Star forward Antoine Walker from the Boston Celtics, guard Jason Williams, forward James Posey, and guard Andre Emmett from the Memphis Grizzlies and the draft rights to center Roberto Duenas from the New Orleans Hornets in a five-team trade. The HEAT traded Eddie Jones to the…

Shaquille O’Neal probably left millions on the bargaining table. His biggest obsession now isn’t dollars but championships. O’Neal signed a $100 million, 5-year contract with the Miami Heat on Tuesday, a deal that ensures the 12-time All-Star center plenty of added financial security while allowing the team salary flexibility to pursue other players. He’ll make…

Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Jerome McDougle was shot in the stomach by armed robbers, police said Friday. The team said he was in good condition after surgery. He originally was listed in critical condition. However, Derek Boyko, the Eagles’ director of media operations, said McDougle had spoken to police, who said the player was able…

Edgerrin James still likes playing football. He just doesn’t like playing the games that come with it. The three-time Pro Bowler and two-time NFL rushing champion said Thursday he was ready for another big season — even though he’d prefer to have a long-term contract with the Indianapolis Colts. “I play football, that’s the easy…

With Miami feeling hotter than New Delhi, Dolphins running back Ricky Williams had to feel right at home. His actions, which led to his press conference, created the biggest buzz to hit South Florida since Shaquille O’Neal. This is how big it was: Dolphins senior vice president/media relations Harvey Greene received an e-mail wishing him…