NBA-National Basketball Association roundup

Sept 26 (The Sports Xchange) - NBA superstars LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors support Colin Kaepernick's decision to kneel in protest, but they plan to stand during the national anthem before games. - - Miami Heat president Pat Riley said he believes star forward Chris Bosh has played his final game for the team. Riley told reporters the team is no longer working toward Bosh's return. The Heat announced Friday that the 11-time All-Star would not be allowed to participate in their preseason training camp after failing a physical and remaining unable to return to basketball activities. - - The Los Angeles Police Department continues a criminal rape investigation against New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose, who is scheduled to go to court next week in a civil case. In a letter obtained by ThinkProgress.org, the LAPD detective in charge of the case wrote a letter to the unnamed accuser's attorney attempting to clear up reports that Rose was not under investigation. - - Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul Pierce announced he will retire at the end of the 2016-17 season, his 19th in the NBA. The 38-year-old Pierce made the announcement in a post published by The Players' Tribune. Pierce said he is eager to win a championship with the Clippers. - - The Brooklyn Nets signed free agent forward Chase Budinger and guard Jorge Gutierrez. (Editing by Frank Pingue)