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Irving and Rubio are joined by fellow first-year players MarShon Brooks (New Jersey Nets), Brandon Knight (Detroit Pistons), Kawhi Leonard (San Antonio Spurs), Markieff Morris (Phoenix Suns), Tristan Thompson (Cleveland Cavaliers), Kemba Walker (Charlotte Bobcats), and Derrick Williams (Minnesota Timberwolves). NBA.com

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It's a relief to Charlotte Bobcats rookie Kemba Walker that the lockout is ending, because he had no interest in playing abroad. Walker's agent, Jeff Schwartz, inquired about that option as the lockout dragged on.. "I really wasn't thinking about any alternatives," Walker said Friday, following a workout at the Bobcats' practice gym. "He asked me, 'Would I be willing to go overseas?' but I said no. I didn't think I'd be able to do that." Charlotte Observer

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As I recall, CBS told the story about how Kemba Walker came out of Soundview and the Bronx to lead UConn to the national championship roughly 3,674,219 times during the NCAA tournament last year. But Under Armour does them one better, showing Walker back in his old neighborhood and talking about what it took to get out of there to the NBA. NBCSports.com

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A story in the New York Daily News said Charlotte Bobcats draftee Kemba Walker was invited to a party at a Chelsea nightclub where a man was fatally shot early Tuesday morning. However, Walker, raised in New York, said on his Twitter account that he wasn't at the Juliet Supper Club when the shooting occurred. "I was not at the club when it was shot up,'' Walker tweeted. "I don't even stay in NY anymore! It's just a rumor that I was there!'' Charlotte Observer

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Kemba Walker: I was not at the club when it was shot up. I don't even stay in NY anymore! It's just a rumor that I was there! Twitter

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The star-studded guest list included other current NFL and NBA players, the sources say: Branden Albert of the Kansas City Chiefs; John Wall of the Washington Wizards; Kemba Walker of the Charlotte Bobcats; Carlos Boozer of the Chicago Bulls; Russell Westbrook of the Oklahoma City Thunder; and former New York Knick Chris Duhon, who now plays for the Orlando Magic. New York Daily News

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Iverson is working with the Justice Entertainment Group on the four-team Las Vegas Superstar Challenge slated for Nov. 12-13 at the Thomas and Mack Center. Iverson, who signed a contract with the Griz for the 2009-10 season, will announce the event Wednesday in Las Vegas. Confirmed players include: Amare Stoudemire (New York Knicks), Kevin Durant (Oklahoma City Thunder), Paul Pierce (Boston Celtics), Tyreke Evans (Sacramento Kings), Lou Williams (Philadelphia 76ers), Hakim Warrick (Phoenix Suns), Chauncey Billups (New York Knicks), Al Harrington (Denver Nuggets), Stephen Jackson (Golden State Warriors), Monte Ellis (Golden State Warriors), Corey Maggette (Charlotte Bobcats), Matt Barnes (Los Angeles Lakers), David Lee (Golden State Warriors), James Harden (Oklahoma City Thunder), Ryan Hollins (Cleveland Cavaliers), Kyrie Irving (Cleveland Cavaliers), Kemba Walker (Charlotte Bobcats), Derrick Williams (Minnesota Timberwolves) and Marcus Morris (Houston Rockets). Memphis Commercial Appeal

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(Kemba) Walker also is not planning to play overseas unless he believes he has no other option. “I’ve been thinking about it [playing overseas] lately. I don’t really want to because I don’t know if I want to go so far away,” Walker said. “But if it’s something that has to be done, it could be possible, depending how long we go into this lockout. I just want to play basketball. “I’ve always had big dreams about playing in the NBA, and the year I come out, we have a lockout. But at the same time, we want to make the best deal possible for us as players in the long run. But we’re going to stick with each other and hopefully, we can make something good happen.” Washington Times

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Michael Lee: John Wall really loves to Dougie. He just taught a new move to Kemba Walker, who must've asked for a lesson. Twitter

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Michael Jordan, owner of the Charlotte Bobcats, nabbed Walker with the ninth overall pick, placing the fate of his franchise in the guard’s eager hands. “Before the draft, I was hearing so many things,’’ said Walker. “You slipping, you might go 17.’ And I told my agent, ‘Just don’t tell me nothing else. Just let whatever happens, happen.’ That’s what he did. “I can’t complain. I’m definitely excited that I’m with Charlotte and Michael Jordan. He had a huge input on what he wanted and that was exciting.’’ Boston Globe

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Like all NBA rookies, Walker has been prohibited from talking to Jordan, donning the Charlotte orange, or displaying that speed with his new teammates because of the lockout. And he is impatient. “It’s been real difficult,’’ he said. “Of course as a rookie, I would love to be with my coach and my teammates. “I am in contact with some of my teammates, but as far as the coaches, it’s a little frustrating. I would like to start learning new things about the NBA game. “I’m just looking forward to whenever that time comes. It hasn’t yet [affected me] but it will soon. “As rookies, we’re all real anxious to play basketball, to get things going. We came here to play basketball and this happened to us. But we’re going to stay strong until we get the best deal possible for everyone, and I’m just counting on my counterparts to do the best job for us.’’ Boston Globe

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Kemba Walker: I love my bro @Edgarsosa10. Stay strong bro! Twitter

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Nolan Smith will join Jimmer Fredette and Kemba Walker in Utah for two exhibition games. The rookie Portland Trail Blazers guard's participation was confirmed Thursday. “Nolan is a very dynamic and accomplished player who I loved watching throughout his career at Duke,” Fredette said. “Much like Kemba, Nolan is very competitive and will want to put on a great show for the fans in Utah. He is always looking for ways to get better, so playing against other top rookies will be an opportunity that I’m sure he will enjoy.” Salt Lake Tribune

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Chris Littman: Among the names in the game, @Jimmer Fredette mentions @Isaiah Thomas, @Kemba Walker and Tyler Honeycutt. More to come though. Twitter

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ESPN's Andy Katz caught up with Walker this week to discuss the labor situation, as well as what Walker's doing to keep busy in the meantime. Kemba Walker: "Of course I want to play in the NBA and get a chance to live my dream, but it's actually given me an opportunity to work on some things I want to work on, and even get a chance to soak in the unbelievable year me and my teammates had," Walker said. "You know, I really haven't had time, since the season, to really think about what we accomplished as a team and what I accomplished as an individual." When asked what Walker's doing for money since he can't yet accept paychecks from his new employer (especially since he's yet to sign a contract), he offered this: "I've been doing clinics and camps, and I have a sneaker contract. … I'll be fine. You know, money's not even an issue. I never had a lot of money so I'm used to it." NBC Connecticut

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Darren Rovell: Under Armour has signed No. 2 NBA Draft pick Derrick Williams, will join Kemba Walker on roster. http://twitpic.com/5sytlo Twitter

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Charlotte Bobcats coach Paul Silas is serious about playing guards D.J. Augustin and Kemba Walker together at times next season. To overcome the height disadvantage that would create, Silas plans to install a zone defense whenever the lockout ends and training camp begins. Silas isn't allowed to talk specifically about players during the lockout. But there was no doubt who he meant Thursday when he said, "I'm going to have two little guys out there who I really think can hopefully play together. But it's going to be hard for (either of) them to guard a 2-guard. "But they can play a zone ... out-front, I think.'' Charlotte Observer

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What was it about Kemba Walker that made him the right fit for Under Armour? Kris Stone: He’s just a winner. He’s someone that’s overcome a whole lot in his life to get to where he’s at today, and there’s such a parallel between his road to success and the spirit of Under Armour. He’s got that will to win, and Kemba’s shown that throughout his journey. Sole Collector

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Obviously you guys have Brandon [Jennings] and Greivis [Vasquez] already, and Kemba is yet another guard. Is signing guards a brand strategy for you guys? Kris Stone: First and foremost, we want to look at the person and what they bring to the table on and off the court, from a talent and personality perspective. I think we’re looking to expand and grow the roster now with great people and great players, and we don’t want to just pigeonhole ourselves with just guards at all. Sole Collector

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If for some reason the season is shortened, do you guys have an alternate plan in place for the fall? Some people are talking about exhibition tours in Europe or Asia. Kris Stone: We're working on something. Maybe we’ll take the guys over to Italy. [laughs] Kemba, whoever else the next guy will be and Brandon can all go back to Italy and Brandon can take those guys out to dinner at his favorite spots in Roma and they can all have a great time. Sole Collector

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