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Leading Off: Even in the N.B.A., Fists (and Elbows) of Fury

James Harden

When Metta World Peace of the Lakers threw an elbow at Oklahoma City’s James Harden — who sustained a concussion — the N.B.A. joined the N.H.L. in a parade of violence in sports.

 

First celeb bounced from 'Dancing with the Stars'

First celeb bounced from 'Dancing with the Stars'

"Dancing with the Stars" viewers didn't give Metta World Peace a chance. The basketball star formerly known as Ron Artest was the first celebrity ejected Tuesday from the 13th edition of the ABC dancing competition. The show's judges gave World Peace the lowest score on Monday's premiere: 14 out of a possible 30.

 

Ron Artest is now Metta World Peace

This may be the last time Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest will answer to that name.

 

From Ron Artest to Metta World Peace and 5 Other Weird Celebrity Name Changes

Yesterday, Ron Artest's attorney filed a petition in Los Angeles Superior Court seeking to change the Los Angeles Lakers forward's name to Metta World Peace. Born Ronald William Artest Jr., the 31-year-old cited personal reasons for wanting to make the change. This is not the first time a sports personality has changed their monicker, neither is it the first time a musician has changed their name. After the jump, a list of the weirdest name changes we can remember.

 

Lakers coach expects Artest to be suspended

As if things weren't already looking bleak for the Lakers, there's a good chance they will have to play Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinals series against the Mavericks without forward Ron Artest.

 

Kobe spurs Lakers past Celtics in finals opener

Kobe spurs Lakers past Celtics in finals opener

Ron Artest proved it in his opening-minute scuffle with Paul Pierce, tumbling to the ground with a vise grip on the Celtics star's elbow....

 

Lakers Beat Suns 108-88 For 9th Straight Victory

Lakers Beat Suns 108-88 For 9th Straight Victory

Kobe Bryant scored 26 points, Ron Artest added 15 points and five steals, and the Los Angeles Lakers raced away from the Phoenix Suns in the second half of their ninth straight victory, 108-88 Sunday night.

Pau Gasol scored 14 points for the well-rested Lakers, who improved to an NBA-best 16-3 with their second home win in 24 days over road-weary Phoenix.

 

Lakers close to deal with Artest

Lakers close to deal with Artest

The Lakers are close to reaching an agreement with Houston forward Ron Artest, The Times has learned. The move would probably end the pursuit of forward Trevor Ariza.

 

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