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Joejuan Williams Has Been Improving His Versatility
New England Patriots defensive back Joejuan Williams is increasing his value through versatility this offseason. He played 82 defensive snaps last season, which is mostly due to the fact that the Pats were stacked in the secondary. The former second-round pick from 2019 will look to carve out a role as a versatile rotational player. […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoBradley Beal's Agent Dismisses Trade Rumors
Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal is not expected to be on the move this offseason. There were rumors that the Brooklyn Nets have discussed the possibility of trading for Beal. However, Beal's agent Mark Bartelstein has denied that notion and said that both the Wizards organization and Beal are happy together. John Wall (Achilles) is […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoRodney Hood Won't Return During 2019-2020 Season
Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Rodney Hood (Achilles) said that he won't return at all this season under any circumstances. That means Hood won't be available if the Blazers do somehow sneak into the playoffs. Hood appears to be making progress, including weight-bearing drills on a balance ball. It sounds like Hood will continue to rehab […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoKemba Walker Thinks Knee Issue Could Be Chronic
Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (knee) said that his knee flared up on him earlier in the season because of all of the basketball he's played. Walker has already underwent multiple procedures done to his left knee. The Celtics have been attempting to manage his workload in order to keep him as healthy as possible. […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoVictor Oladipo Wasn't Full Healthy Before Hiatus
Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo (quad) admitted that he was not fully healthy before the league went on hiatus. "I played well, but I’d be lying if I said I was even 80 percent out there," says Oladipo. He believes that the league shutdown was great for him to reset and restart. Oladipo now has […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoLuke Kennard Confident He'll Receive Significant Payday
Detroit Pistons guard Luke Kennard and his representatives are confident that he can land an eight-figure deal in free agency. He is guaranteed to earn $5.3 million next season. The Pistons can make him a restricted free agent after the 2020-2021 season. Kennard has improved his game, but his knees continue to give him problems. […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoFrank Kaminsky Has Been Cleared For Basketball Activites
Phoenix Suns center Frank Kaminsky (knee) has been cleared for basketball activities. "I'm ready to make a push towards playing again," Kaminsky said. It appears Kaminsky is fully healthy and ready to contribute in the Suns rotation. He was receiving decent playing time when Aron Baynes or Deandre Ayton were sidelined. However, it's unlikely that […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoGrant Williams Continues Improving His Game
Boston Celtics forward Grant Williams says that he has been working on his ball-handling in Charlotte. During the hiatus, Williams has been staying with Kemba Walker, so it's nice to see teammates sticking together. Williams has played at the power forward and center spot for the Celtics this season. Williams could see chances at the […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoNets Have Discussed Acquiring Bradley Beal
The Brooklyn Nets are in the market for a third star to place alongside Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. They have reportedly internally discussed the possibility of acquiring Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal. Thus far, the Wizards have said they aren't willing to move Beal at the time. John Wall (Achilles) is coming back next […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoPaul Millsap Will Work Out At Home
Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap says that he is not going to use the team's practice facility to work out. Millsap has his own basketball court in his basement, so he doesn't feel it's necessary for him to use the team facility. "I felt like it was beneficial for me to stay at home and […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoJonathan Isaac Says He's Feeling Stronger
Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) says that he is feeling stronger after squatting the most weight on Thursday since his injury. He also ran on an anti-gravity treadmill, which is the first time he has been able to run since January. Isaac said in April that he'd be willing to return for a playoff […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoNikola Mirotic Says He Received Offer From Jazz Last Season
Former NBA power forward Nikola Mirotic says that he received a three-year deal from the Utah Jazz last season. However, instead of taking the deal, Mirotic decided to head to Europe and play for Barcelona. He says that playing overseas is completely different compared to playing in the NBA. Mirotic has not played in the […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoJoe Flacco Expected To Be Ready By Mid-September
New York Jets quarterback Joe Flacco (neck) has resumed throwing, but is not expected to be ready to play until the middle of September. He started the first eight games for the Denver Broncos last season before going down with a neck injury. It's uncertain at the moment if Flacco will be ready to play […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoJeff Thomas Has A Chance To Make Patriots Roster
New England Patriots wide receiver Jeff Thomas has the best chance among the four undrafted receivers to make the team's roster. Thomas will be battling Isaiah Zuber, Will Hastings, and Sean Riley for a spot on the Patriots roster during the preseason. It sounds like Thomas has the best chance at securing a spot solely […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoFrank Gore Content With Backup Role
New York Jets running back Frank Gore says that he is fine with backing up Le'Veon Bell this upcoming season. "I'm cool. I'm happy to even be playing this game at my age," says Gore. The 37-year-old soon to be Hall of Famer rushed for 599 yards with two touchdowns on 166 attempts with the […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoRyan Fitzpatrick Supportive Of Tua Tagovailoa
Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick has been supportive of rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. The 37-year-old is fully aware the No. 5 overall pick from Alabama will likely take over the starting role at some point. However, Fitzpatrick said that he is competitive and won't give up the starting quarterback spot without a fight. "I want […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoZion Williamson Continues Rehabbing Right Knee
New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson has been rehabbing his right knee at the team's facility during the league shutdown. He is allowed to have access to the facility because his injury occurred before the hiatus. Williamson continues to strengthen his surgically-repaired right knee, while adding flexibility as well. It sounds like Williamson will be […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoKenrich Williams Should Be Ready To Practice
New Orleans Pelicans forward Kenrich Williams (back) has been receiving treatment at the team's facility during the league shutdown. He has been unable to play since early January, but believes he'll be ready to practice when the NBA returns. The Pelicans believe that this time off is really going to help Williams get back to […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoTrae Young Not Prepared To Play Right Now
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young mentioned that he is not quite prepared to play right now if the season were to resume. "If we do end up coming back, there's gonna be some time where we get kind of like a mini-training camp started where we can get back in shape, play, and just kind […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoJayson Tatum Wants To Play Regular Season When League Returns
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum mentioned that he would prefer to play the regular season if the 2019-2020 season resumes at some point. “No, no, we had 15 to 18 games or something like that left in the season and we were starting to get healthy,” Tatum said. There was some talk that the NBA […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoKevon Looney Undergoes Successful Surgery
Golden State Warriors center Kevon Looney underwent successful core muscle surgery on Tuesday. It was an injury plagued campaign for Looney in 2019-2020, but hopefully he's finally corrected his issues. The Warriors are out of playoff contention, so it makes sense for Looney to undergo surgery at this point. Head coach Steve Kerr had high […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoPatriots Sign Second-Round Pick Kyle Dugger
The New England Patriots have agreed to a four-year deal with second-round safety Kyle Dugger on Wednesday. He was a four-year starter in college that offers versatility all over on the defensive side. Dugger can contribute as a safety, defensive back, linebacker and plays special teams as well. He is already 24 years old, but […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoGeorges Niang Should See Increased Role
Utah Jazz forward Georges Niang is expected to see more minutes going forward, assuming the NBA season does return this year. Bojan Bogdanovic underwent season-ending wrist surgery for an issue that has plagued him since November. Royce O'Neale is expected to be the small-ball power forward while Bogdanovic is out. That means more minutes should […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoBojan Bogdanovic Undergoes Wrist Surgery
Utah Jazz forward Bojan Bogdanovic underwent successful season-ending wrist surgery on Tuesday in New York. He reportedly suffered the injury in November and has been playing through the pain. The injury was on his shooting wrist, but hopefully Bogdanovic will be ready to play next season. Losing Bogdanovic is going to hurt the Jazz roster, […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoWarriors See Marquese Chriss As Building Block For Future
Golden State Warriors center Marquese Chriss had a surprising breakout campaign for the organization during the 2019-2020 season. The team reportedly sees Chriss as a building block for the future of their organization. There have been rumors that the Warriors were interested in Memphis center James Wiseman with a top five pick. However, it appears […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoDolphins Players Are Holding Independent Workouts
The Miami Dolphins players have been reportedly working out together independently from the organization. These workouts are not affiliated with the Dolphins or their offseason program. There are still four months before Week 1, but it appears the players are excited to get to work. The Dolphins players have new material to learn under offensive […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoMeyers Leonard Wants To Re-Sign With Miami
Miami Heat center Meyers Leonard is a free agent after the 2020-2021 season, but would like to stay with the organization. “I’m in a good place here in Miami,” Leonard said. “I really feel as though I help Jimmy [Butler] and Bam [Adebayo] in a lot of ways." He just wants to be a team […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoBojan Bogdanovic Has Season-Ending Surgery
Utah Jazz forward Bojan Bogdanovic (wrist) announced that he is undergoing season-ending wrist surgery, according to Adrian Wojnarowski. This is a huge blow to the Jazz roster, assuming the NBA season does resume at some point. Bogdanovic was averaging 20.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 3.0 triples through 63 games this season. He was […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoYodny Cajuste Finally Ready To Play
New England Patriots offensive tackle Yodny Cajuste (quadriceps) is healthy and ready to finally step on the field in 2020. The third-round pick from the 2019 NFL draft landed on Injured Reserve and missed his entire rookie year. The 24-year-old could actually see significant playing time after the Patriots failed to add much depth at […]
Andy Webb 5 years agoDolphins Waive De'Lance Turner
Miami Dolphins running back De'Lance Turner has been waived by the organization. The 24-year-old is an undrafted free agent that has spent time with both the Baltimore Ravens and Dolphins. He was not expected to see much playing time after the additions of Matt Breida and Jordan Howard. The Dolphins still have Kalen Ballage, Myles […]
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