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Prior to every game this season, opposing players have gone out of their way to thank Mason and Evans for the work they did throughout the lockout. Not only did they attend nearly all of the meetings in New York, but they also traveled the country to hold regional meetings with players and agents. It was a busy summer for the two veterans, but they’ve received plenty of support. “It’s been awesome,” Evans said. “Every game, we play guys who have just been so grateful and thankful for the work that we all put in during the offseason. I’m sure Derek [Fisher] is getting those same compliments from a lot of the guys.” HoopsWorld

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Evans, 33, and Mason, 31, are hoping that their experiences, both on and off the court, will help them eventually land a front office job once their playing days are behind them. “I would love to share my knowledge and my talents in the front office, and somehow use my ability to read people and evaluate talent,” Evans said. “I want to use the great experiences I have, playing on championship-caliber teams, to really help young guys develop and prosper in this league.” “I love the game,” Mason said. “I want to keep playing for awhile but when I’m done, I’ve got the experience of putting together the CBA. I’m very versed in that now and I’m sure I’ll be doing something that can take advantage at that skill set.” HoopsWorld

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Washington Wizards star Roger Mason also has a paternity hearing today ... but so far, he's a no-show. TMZ.com

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Roger Mason Jr. refused to place any blame on the league or his team for the mishap on Friday in Milwaukee that resulted in him suiting up, playing, scoring and then getting ejected because he wasn’t eligible to play. He was angered that his name was omitted from the team’s 15-man roster, but said, simply, “It was a human mistake. It happens.” Washington Post

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We now know why Roger Mason was not on the Wizards active roster Friday night against Milwaukee. A league source told me that the NBA was installing a new data system and Roger Mason’s name was still on the Knicks active roster (his former team) despite the fact that he played two previous games this season for Washington. Mason was escorted off the floor during Washington's 102-81 loss to the Bucks in the first quarter after Mason checked into the game. He even scored although his two points were given to Rashard Lewis. Roger was clearly upset and his coach took the blame for the error in his post game press conference. CSNWashington.com

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Chris Miller: Watching Flip Saunders take the blame for roster mixup-12/30 http://tinyurl.com/7ldq8ev Twitter

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Washington coach Flip Saunders got Roger Mason involved early Friday against Milwaukee. One problem: Saunders forgot to put him on the active list. The Wizards were whistled for a technical foul in the first quarter after Mason entered the game despite being ineligible to play. ESPN.com

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Mason checked in for Jordan Crawford with 3:27 remaining and made a baseline jumper seven seconds later. However, during a timeout at the 2:53 mark, the Wizards were whistled for a technical foul for playing an ineligible player. The basket was later taken away from Mason and credited to Rashard Lewis. Brandon Jennings made the technical free throw. ESPN.com

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Chris Miller: Just received a text from Wiz PR saying it was their fault for not catching Roger Mason not being on the active roster. Twitter

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Mike Prada: Roger Mason said he's feels "horrible for CP3," admitted negotiations this summer w/ Stern were awkward with CP3 there given his situation Twitter

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“I don’t want to jinx it, but the Andray Blatche I see right now is more mature,” said Mason, who lives near Blatche and sometimes carpools with him. “I think he’s embracing it. That’s the difference this year.” Washington Post

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Roger Mason: I want to send love to all the NY Knick fans! Thank you for embracing me eventhough it didn't workout as I wanted on the court. #respect Twitter

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Guard Roger Mason will sign with the Wizards, a league source confirmed to Yahoo! Sports. Mason played for the Knicks last season. Yahoo! Sports

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Free agent guard Roger Mason, a central figure in labor negotiations as union vice president, won’t be returning to the Knicks. “Unfortunately, I won’t be back with the Knicks,’’ Mason told The Post. “I’ll miss the city, fans and most in the organization.’’ According to a source, Mason likely is to return to the Wizards, where he played two seasons from 2006-08. Mason’s agent also has talked to the Nets, New Orleans, Golden State, the Lakers and Boston. New York Post

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Michael Lee: Been told Roger Mason's signing would have no affect on Nick Young. None at all. Team needs depth & more veterans. He provides both. Twitter

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Michael Lee: Players cannot agree to deals yet but Mason is so ready to come back that one source said he should be ready to participate 1st day of camp. Twitter

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The Wizards are close to agreeing to a contract with free agent guard Roger Mason Jr. that would bring the D.C. native back for his second NBA stint in his hometown, according to sources with knowledge of the situation. Washington Examiner

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Roger Mason: For all my NBA brothers asking, first pay checks will be Jan 1st. Twitter

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Utah has expressed initial exploratory interest in unrestricted free agents Rasual Butler, Sebastian Telfair and Roger Mason, a source said. Meanwhile, a source close to forward Andrei Kirilenko gave no indication the Jazz are actively attempting to re-sign him. Kirilenko did draw immediate interest from multiple teams, though. Salt Lake Tribune

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CBSSports.com is reported that a dozen agents are pushing for Hunter to be reinstalled as union leader but only on an interim basis. Mason, a union vice president, has heard the speculation and came to Hunter’s defense. “To me, that would be a huge mistake,” Mason said on Thursday. I’ve been fortunate to be in the room. I’ve seen what Mr. Hunter has done throughout this whole process and frankly, I really don’t think we’d have a deal if he wasn’t involved. I think his leadership has been key in this process and I think that’d be a mistake.” Washington Post

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