Jay Williams’ comeback was put on hold when the NBA Development League’s Austin Toros waived him so he can rehabilitate a nagging groin injury.
Williams, the former Bull still trying to make it back after severely injuring his left leg in a 2003 motorcycle accident, played three games for Austin. He averaged six points, 2.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists.
Williams, the No. 2 pick in the 2002 NBA draft, had a chance in fall camp with the Nets but was released after a few exhibition games.
– The Heat could badly use some most valuable play. Dwight Howard had 18 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Magic to a 97-68 victory over the visiting Heat, which lost its second straight without NBA Finals MVP Dwyane Wade. Also missing Shaquille O’Neal, who has appeared in only four games this season, the Heat conceded the paint to Orlando. The Magic outscored Miami inside 50-14.
