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Lou Williams Unsure About Playing Again This Season
Los Angeles Clippers guard Lou Williams says he is currently 50/50 on playing when the NBA season returns in July. Williams believes that restarting the season will push focus off the other issues going on around the country right now. “I think for us, the only benefit of us not playing is to keep the […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoZach Collins Cleared For Basketball Activities
Portland Trail Blazers center Zach Collins (shoulder) has been cleared to resume basketball activities. He wanted to return in March, but sadly the NBA went on hiatus before Collins was able to get back on the court. Jusuf Nurkic is returning as well when the NBA restarts play in July. Collins is not expected to […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoMarvin Bagley Unlikely To Start When Season Resumes
Sacramento Kings forward Marvin Bagley (foot) is not expected to start when the season resumes in late July, according to Jason Jones. Head coach Luke Walton elected to start Nemanja Bjelica at power forward when Bagley returned from injury earlier in the season. Bjelica has been playing well all season long, so it wouldn't be […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoKlay Thompson Training Without Restrictions
Golden State Warriors guard/forward Klay Thompson (knee) has been training without any restrictions, according to Anthony Slater. He received clearance a few weeks ago and has been ramping up his activity since then. Thompson continues to make great progress and should be ready for training camp in 2020-2021. He'll be worth drafting in the middle […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoRockets Showing Interest In Tyler Johnson
Phoenix Suns guard Tyler Johnson was waived by the organization in February. He remained a free agent until the NBA went on hiatus roughly a month later. The Houston Rockets have expressed interest in signing the veteran guard. It's unclear what the roster format is going to be for the NBA restart in Orlando. The […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoEric Paschall Could Have Smaller Role Going Forward
Golden State Warriors forward Eric Paschall feels that he is going to have a smaller role with the team going forward. "I know I’m going to take a lesser role," he said. Paschall played extremely well after the All-Star break. He is well deserving of more playing time, but Draymond Green should be fully healthy […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoKelly Oubre Jr. Expected To Sit Out During NBA Restart
Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee) is expected to sit out for the rest of the season. There were reports earlier in the month that Oubre could return after having surgery in March. It can take players up to four to six weeks to recover from a meniscus tear. However, the Suns don't have […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoJaylen Brown Continues To Work Out
Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (knee) continues to work out and looks healthy, according to team president Danny Ainge. "I’m confident that Kemba [Walker] and Jaylen are going to have a really good rest of the year," Ainge said. Brown's trainer mentioned in April that he was in great shape. It seems that both Walker […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoJustin Holiday Unsure About His Status For Orlando Restart
Indiana Pacers forward Justin Holiday says he is currently 50/50 on whether to play or sit out during the upcoming NBA restart in Orlando. It sounds like Holiday is the only player on the organization that is considering sitting out. The team is letting him decide what he wants to do, but he has until […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoKemba Walker Resumes Working Out
Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (knee) has resumed his workout program. Walker has been battling knee issues throughout the season. He likely benefited from the long hiatus, but the issues might continue to linger throughout his career. It's nice to see that Walker is back to working out and trying to stay in shape for […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoJohn Collins Believes He Needs To Improve His Playmaking
Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins mentioned that playmaking is the most important factor for the evolution of his basketball career. "But I feel like playmaking [is the key] not only to create shots for myself but to create shots for others," said Collins. He believes that his versatility will help him co-exist with new teammate […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoTremont Waters Named G-League's Rookie Of The Year
Boston Celtics guard Tremont Waters has been named the NBA G-League's Rookie of the Year for the 2019-2020 season. He averaged 18.0 points, 7.3 assists, 3.2 rebounds, 1.9 steals, and 2.5 threes in 36 games. Waters played in 10 games for the Celtics, but did not play well during his time on the court. The […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoDerrick Favors Likely To Join Team In Orlando
New Orleans Pelicans forward Derrick Favors is expected to join the organization in Orlando when the league returns in late July. “I understand the conversation from both sides,” Favors said. He believes there is a way to play basketball and raise awareness at the same time. Favors has been banged up with injuries, but he […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoJamal Adams Has Seven Teams On His Trade List
Updating a previous report, New York Jets safety Jamal Adams has requested a trade from the organization after the Jets have yet to offer him a long-term contract extension. The superstar safety would be an impact player on just about every roster, but he listed seven teams he'd prefer to be traded to. The list […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoNBA Players Given Deadline For Orlando Restart
NBA commissioner Adam Silver has told the players they have until June 24 to decide whether or not they want to play in Orlando. The NBA plans to restart their season on July 30, but players are given an option to decline if they have COVID-19 concerns. Players will have their salary reduced for each […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoKyrie Irving Suggests Players Start Their Own League
Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving has been vocal lately about his concerns with the current plan for the NBA restart. Irving reportedly started a group chat with his teammates and pushed for them to skip the restart in Orlando. He suggested that the players get together and create their own league. He'll be given until […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoBills Sign Third-Round Pick Zack Moss
Buffalo Bills running back Zack Moss has agreed to a four-year deal with the organization. The Bills selected the Utah running back during the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He ran for 1,416 rushing yards on 235 attempts with 15 touchdowns during his senior year. Moss and Devin Singletary should form a reliable […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoMike Conley Expected To Remain With Jazz
Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley is expected to remain with the organization this offseason. There is almost zero chance that the Jazz decide to move on from Conley, according to Tony Jones. His contract is not ideal, but he averaged 14.9 points, 5.0 assists, and 3.3 rebounds after the All-Star break this season. He started […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoJohn Collins Hopeful For Extension With Hawks
Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins is in good spirits that he'll be able to reach a long-term contract extension with the organization. The Hawks season is over, so the team can focus on getting Collins locked up for the future. He averaged 21.6 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.6 blocks and 0.8 steals this season. […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoClint Capela Believes His Heel Has Healed
Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (foot) said that his heel is doing much better and he feels like it has healed. He is not quite sure if he is 100 percent ready to play because he is unable to do 5-on-5 work at the moment. He has not played with the Hawks yet since being […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoDerrick Favors Could Return To Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans forward Derrick Favors could return to the organization on a short-term deal. The Pelicans are reportedly interested in possibly a two-year deal with Favors, according to Tony Jones. They have young forward Jaxson Hayes, but he still needs time to develop his game. Favors is averaging 9.2 points, 9.9 rebounds and 1.7 […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoBradley Beal Has Become More Aggressive At The Rim
Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal mentioned that he has become more aggressive at attacking the rim and drawing fouls. "If I’m finishing at the rim, if I’m finishing through contact, guys are gonna start bagging off me, which gives me my jumper," says Beal. Prior to this season, Beal had attempted 15 or more free […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoDonovan Mitchell Could Sit Out When Season Resumes
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell has expressed interest in sitting out for the rest of the 2019-2020 season. It appears Mitchell does not seem too excited about playing when the NBA returns in July, but mentioned he's willing to play. Other players such as Kyrie Irving, Dwight Howard, and Carmelo Anthony have voiced similar opinions […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoOtto Porter Could Be Traded This Offseason
Chicago Bulls forward Otto Porter is not expected to be with the organization for too much longer, according to K.C. Johnson. He has a $28.5 million player option for the 2020-2021 season, which he would be almost insane to decline. Porter is averaging 11.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.7 triples through […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoTristan Thompson Interested In Remaining With Cavs
Cleveland Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson appears to be interested in the idea of staying with the organization for the rest of his career. It was a rough year for the Cavs, but Thompson was a valuable veteran presence to their young locker room. The organization did attempt to move Thompson during the trade deadline, but […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoBlake Griffin Not Quite Ready To Play
Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin (knee) mentioned that he is not ready to play but is progressing quickly. Griffin underwent knee surgery this year and he said in May that he was 100 percent ready. It is unclear if Griffin is in the Pistons' long-term plans since it seems the organization is leaning towards rebuilding. […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoLuke Kennard Has Not Suffered Any Setbacks
Detroit Pistons guard Luke Kennard (knee) says that he has not suffered any setbacks and he is finally 100 percent healthy. Kennard has been able to train at the team's facility throughout the shutdown due to the fact he was injured before the hiatus. He has dealt with multiple injuries throughout the season, but does […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoJonathan Isaac Plans To Join Team In July
Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) says that he plans to join the team in Orlando when the season resumes. However, Isaac is unsure if he'll be ready to play by late July. "As of right now, I'm going to the bubble," Issac said. He is currently dealing with a left knee sprain, but the […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoSony Michel Recovering From Surgery
New England Patriots running back Sony Michel (foot) recently underwent surgery and it's unclear if he'll be ready for the beginning of training camp. It was revealed that the surgery was more maintenance-based to help relieve discomfort. Michel was the leading rusher for the Patriots over the last two seasons. He rushed for 912 yards […]
Andy Webb 4 years agoKnicks Want A Big Man Who Can Shoot
The New York Knicks are reportedly seeking a big man who can shoot during the offseason. The only player the Knicks had shooting above 37 percent from deep last year was Marcus Morris. They have three draft picks, so they could address the issue through the NBA Draft. However, players like Christian Wood, Danilo Gallinari, […]
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