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"Ronald William 'Ron' Artest, Jr." (born November 13, 1979) is an American professional basketball player who is currently a free agent in the NBA, though he has agreed to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers. Artest gained a reputation as one of the league's premier defenders as he won the NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award in 2004. He was also criticized for assaulting a fan in the Pacers-Pistons brawl. ....more

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In Pictures: 'Ron Artest departing Guys and Dolls Club'

Jul 7, 2009, 17:25 GMT

In Pictures: Ron Artest departing Guys and Dolls Club
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Artest's late heroics, help Rockets tame Bobcats

Mar 14, 2009, 7:28 GMT

Los Angeles - In the end, Ron Artest made the big plays at both ends, to rescue the Houston Rockets. ... more

Artest, Jackson suspended seven games

Jul 14, 2007, 18:45 GMT

The National Basketball Association suspended Sacramento's Ron Artest and Golden State's Stephen Jackson seven games without pay each for their recent off-the-court troubles with the law.

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Artest sentenced in domestic violence charge

May 3, 2007, 23:50 GMT

Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest was sentenced to 20 days in jail stemming from a domestic violence charge over a dispute with his wife on March 5.

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Kings hold off Clippers

Apr 15, 2007, 22:30 GMT

Ron Artest posted 15 points and a career- high 10 assists, as the Sacramento Kings held off the playoff-hopeful Los Angeles Clippers, 105-100, at the Staples Center.

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