New Orleans has traded guard Rasual Butler to the Los Angeles Clippers for a future second-round draft pick, the Hornets announced Wednesday. Today's move allows us to increase our financial flexibility while at the same time gives us an opportunity to improve at that position, Hornets General Manager Jeff Bower said.

Marcus Thornton's game-high 30 points Thursday helped eighth-seeded LSU top No.

Marcus Thornton completed an LSU rally by hitting two free throws with 12 seconds left Wednesday, giving the No.

Derrick Brown had 22 points and nine rebounds and B.J.