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If all goes to plan, Aldrich will reach that goal later this month, when he graduates from Kansas with a degree in Communications. Three years after he left school early for the NBA Draft, Aldrich will dress up in a cap and gown and take the traditional walk down the hill with the KU student body. “It’s something that I’ve always wanted to do,” says Aldrich, who finished his degree by taking nine credits this past semester through online classes. “And (it’s) something that I really can be proud of the rest of my life.” Kansas City Star

Sacramento Kings, Cole Aldrich 

Cole Aldrich: Anyone know of a good bakery in Kansas for my graduation cake? Twitter @colea45

Cole Aldrich 

Cole Aldrich: So sad to hear about Greg Willard. RIP to a great referee. Twitter @colea45

Sacramento Kings, Cole Aldrich, Referees, Greg Willard 

In two seasons in Oklahoma City, Aldrich played in just 44 games behind Kendrick Perkins and Serge Ibaka patrolling the paint. In Houston, he played 30 games behind center Omer Asik, who was signed by the Rockets before the season. "My first two years, I really haven't played too much in the league," Aldrich said. "I've just been working hard - that's the biggest thing. And now I've gotten some minutes, and it's showing. The hard work that I've put in is starting to pay off." Sacramento Bee

Sacramento Kings, Cole Aldrich 

The surprise trade sent Patterson, along with Cole Aldrich and Toney Douglas were shipped to Sacramento in exchange for Thomas Robinson, Francisco Garcia and Tyler Honeycutt on Wednesday. "For me it was a big surprise, I had no idea or any clue that I was going to get traded," the 23-year-old Patterson told News10 from Houston on Thursday afternoon. "I had a belief that I was still going to be wearing a Houston Rockets uniform, but obviously it didn't work out that way. "I was definitely surprised, shocked and caught off guard," he said. news10.net

Houston Rockets, Sacramento Kings, Trade, Toney Douglas, Cole Aldrich, Francisco Garcia, Tyler Honeycutt, Thomas Robinson 

After the shock subsided Wednesday night, Patterson said he's ready for a fresh start in Sacramento. "Since yesterday - I'm cool, I'm level headed," he said. "I'm ready for this transition to start, I'm ready to be a Sacramento King and get the ball rolling." news10.net

Houston Rockets, Sacramento Kings, Trade, Toney Douglas, Cole Aldrich, Francisco Garcia, Tyler Honeycutt, Thomas Robinson 

James Harden: We are going to miss our bros in Houston! @Marcus Morris @Cole Aldrich @Patrick Patterson and TD. I know everything will work out. Twitter @JHarden13

Houston Rockets, Phoenix Suns, Sacramento Kings, Trade, Patrick Patterson, Cole Aldrich, James Harden, Marcus Morris 

Houston Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey announced today that the team has acquired forward Thomas Robinson, guard/forward Francisco Garcia and forward Tyler Honeycutt from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for forward/center Patrick Patterson, guard Toney Douglas and center Cole Aldrich. NBA.com

Houston Rockets, Sacramento Kings, Trade, Toney Douglas, Patrick Patterson, Cole Aldrich, Daryl Morey, Francisco Garcia, Tyler Honeycutt, Thomas Robinson 

The Sacramento Kings today acquired forward Patrick Patterson, center Cole Aldrich, guard Toney Douglas and cash considerations from the Houston Rockets in exchange for forwards Francisco Garcia, Thomas Robinson and Tyler Honeycutt, according to Kings President of Basketball Operations Geoff Petrie. “We are excited about the addition of Patrick, Toney and Cole,” said Petrie. “They will add skill and depth along with the potential for a different look to our roster. We all want to thank Francisco, Thomas and Tyler for their efforts and contributions.” NBA.com

Houston Rockets, Sacramento Kings, Trade, Toney Douglas, Geoff Petrie, Patrick Patterson, Cole Aldrich, Francisco Garcia, Tyler Honeycutt, Thomas Robinson 

The Houston Rockets traded one Kansas power forward and traded for another in a separate move. The Sacramento Kings sent rookie Thomas Robinson, guard Francisco Garcia, and forward Tyler Honeycutt to the Rockets in exchange for forward Patrick Patterson, guard Toney Douglas, center Cole Aldrich and $1 million on Wednesday, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The person spoke to USA TODAY Sports on condition of anonymity because the trade had not been made public. USA Today Sports

Houston Rockets, Sacramento Kings, Trade, Toney Douglas, Patrick Patterson, Cole Aldrich, Francisco Garcia, Tyler Honeycutt, Thomas Robinson 

Adrian Wojnarowski: The Rockets will send Patrick Patterson, Cole Aldrich and Toney Douglas to the Kings for Thomas Robinson, sources tell Y! Twitter @WojYahooNBA

Houston Rockets, Sacramento Kings, Trade, Toney Douglas, Patrick Patterson, Cole Aldrich, Thomas Robinson 

Sam Amick: Kings send T. Robinson, F. Garcia, T. Honeycutt to Houston for Toney Douglas, Cole Aldrich, Patrick Patterson & cash, USAT has learned. Twitter @sam_amick

Houston Rockets, Sacramento Kings, Toney Douglas, Patrick Patterson, Cole Aldrich, Francisco Garcia, Tyler Honeycutt, Thomas Robinson 

Jason Jones: Kings are still waiting on trade call to send Thomas Robinson to HOU. Patrick Patterson, Cole Aldrich, cash also to Sac for Cisco, Honeycutt Twitter @mr_jasonjones

Sacramento Kings, Trade, Patrick Patterson, Cole Aldrich, Francisco Garcia, Tyler Honeycutt, Thomas Robinson 

A list of players whose names were mentioned this week as availables, with more surely to come, alongside the long-available Andrea Bargnani in Toronto: Cleveland's Omri Casspi, Houston's Cole Aldrich, Milwaukee's Samuel Dalembert, Drew Gooden and Beno Udrih and San Antonio's DeJuan Blair. ESPN.com

Cleveland Cavaliers, Houston Rockets, Milwaukee Bucks, San Antonio Spurs, Toronto Raptors, Trade, Beno Udrih, Samuel Dalembert, DeJuan Blair, Cole Aldrich, Drew Gooden, Omri Casspi, Andrea Bargnani 

As the charter flight carried James Harden and three players out of Oklahoma City, out of championship contention, there resonated no nostalgia within him. No hesitation. No regret. For all the insistence that Harden had been devastated over the deal to the Houston Rockets, Cole Aldrich witnessed something else on the private jet whisking them into a Texas sky: a stony, steely resolve. Before that jet ever touched down in Houston, Harden made a vow to Aldrich: "We're going to change this city." Yahoo! Sports

Houston Rockets, Oklahoma City Thunder, Cole Aldrich, James Harden 

Mark Berman: NBA source: Rockets will not pick up option for next season on center Cole Aldrich who was aquired in James Harden trade with OKC. Twitter

Houston Rockets, Cole Aldrich 

The Oklahoma City Thunder acquired guards Kevin Martin and Jeremy Lamb, two first round picks and a second round pick from the Houston Rockets in exchange for guard James Harden, center Cole Aldrich and forwards Daequan Cook and Lazar Hayward, it was announced today by Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti. NBA.com

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Cole Aldrich: So happy for @Serge Ibaka Aka el Natural. Aka el fashionista on signing his contract. #dinnersonyou! Twitter

Oklahoma City Thunder, Cole Aldrich, Serge Ibaka 

Cole Aldrich On his summer plans: It’s going to be a short, short summer, but we’re going to do Basketball Without Borders in South Africa coming up. I think Serge (Ibaka) and Thabo (Sefolosha) might make it out to South Africa. That’s going to be a huge blessing for us, to see that part of the world and Serge is from that area, so hopefully he can touch on some things. Some things that I’ve never seen in my life and some real life-changing experiences. It’s going to be so much fun but it’s going to be a lot of hard work this summer too though. It’ll be a lot of time in the gym, in the weight room and just working to get better. NBA.com

Oklahoma City Thunder, Cole Aldrich, Serge Ibaka, Thabo Sefolosha, South Africa 

Royce Young: OKC announces its summer league team. Of note: Cole Aldrich, Perry Jones III, Reggie Jackson, Lazar Hayward, Latavious Williams, Ryan Reid. Twitter

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