Update: Abdur-Rahim, who has been working out his surgically repaired right knee, said progress in his rehab remains slow, the Sacramento Bee reports. Analysis: Abdur-Rahim's body will decide whether he participates in training camp or retires. Abdur-Rahim has been in Africa, taking part in the NBA's "Basketball Without Borders" program, and will make a decision when he returns.

Update: Milicic's agent confirmed talks between the Grizzlies and Knicks about a trade involving Milicic (ankle) going to New York, the New York Post reports. Analysis: "I think there's a chance something might happen," agent Marc Cornstein said. "It's up to the two teams. If he stays in Memphis, it's a good situation for him. But if he could come to New York, we're big fans of Mike D'Antoni. He's a phenomenal coach and

Update: Houston has spoken with Knicks president Donnie Walsh about a comeback with New York, Newsday reports. Analysis: Houston, who retired a few years ago because of chronic knee troubles, tried to comeback last year, but stopped when he realized he was not physically ready for the rigors of the NBA game. But he continued to work out with an eye toward returning this sea

Update: Knicks president Donnie Walsh confirmed that he is engaged in talks with the Grizzlies about a possible trade involving Randolph, the New York Daily News reports. Analysis: "There is no deal," Walsh said Saturday. "We've spoken to Memphis but there is nothing happening so far." The Knicks would receive Darko Milicic and Marko Jaric in return for Randolph in a deal designed to give New York some salary cap space in 2010.

Update: Ellis lied to the Warriors about how he sustained his ankle injury two weeks ago, the San Jose Mercury News reports. According to a team source, the Warriors know that Ellis' ankle injury occurred "outdoors and now while playing basketball." Analysis: Ellis had originally told the team he injured the ankle while working out in a gym. The two sides are working to put the issue behind them and the Warriors will have no comment until they speak with the guard. The team can fine and/or suspend Ellis if the