Donovan 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 […]

Otto 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 […]

Tristan 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 […]

Blake 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. […]

Luke 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 […]

Jonathan 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 […]

Sony 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 […]

Knicks 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, […]

Pistons Looking To Acquire A Point Guard This Offseason

Detroit Pistons head coach Dwane Casey said that the organization is looking to add a starting point guard this offseason. The team will consider trading for a point guard or drafting one through the NBA Draft. The organization bought out Reggie Jackson in February, which left them with less than desirable options. The Pistons have […]

Dwayne Bacon Wants To Leave Charlotte

Charlotte Hornets forward Dwayne Bacon mentioned that his best option is to "go somewhere else" when he reaches free agency in October. He will be a restricted free agent later this winter and there's a chance that Charlotte doesn't even offer him a contract. They've given Bacon chances this season, but he has failed to […]

Jonathan Isaac Continues To Make Solid Progress

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) continues to make solid progress while rehabbing his left knee sprain and bone bruise. The organization seems skeptical at the moment that Isaac will be able to play when the league returns in late July. The Magic are going to be cautious with their franchise forward. It doesn't sound […]

Trae Young Wants To Improve His Conditioning

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young said that he hopes to improve on his conditioning during the extended offseason. Young mentioned that he wanted to "play at 100 percent for a longer period of time on both ends." He had the seventh-worst defensive rating this season among NBA players that averaged at least 20 minutes a […]

PJ Washington Focusing On Ball-Handling and Playmaking

Charlotte Hornets forward PJ Washington mentioned that he is focusing on his ball-handling and playmaking ability during the offseason. He was a strong force in the paint, so improved ball-handling could do a lot for his game. Almost 60 percent of his shots this season have come with zero dribbling. However, it sounds like he […]

Josh Allen Won't Change His Playing Style

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen does not sound like he is going to change the way he plays football anytime soon. "I'm going to continue to play the game the way I love it," said Allen. He threw for 3,089 passing yards with 20 touchdowns and nine interceptions last season. Allen is known for having […]

Pau Gasol Would Consider Joining The Lakers

Free-agent center Pau Gasol said he considers the Los Angeles Lakers as an "attractive" option, but has not ruled out playing in Spain. It does not sound like he's going to make a decision until September or October. The Lakers have been rumored to be interested in bringing back DeMarcus Cousins (knee) after waiving him […]

Joakim Noah Pleased With Clippers

Los Angeles Clippers center Joakim Noah mentioned that he is happy with the organization, regardless of his role on the team. He looks forward to the opportunity to mentor Ivica Zubac and Montrezl Harrell. Head coach Doc Rivers is optimistic about Noah's impact on the team despite a lack of reliable playing time. He'll be […]

Joel Embiid Continues To Train During Hiatus

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid mentioned that he has been training roughly six times a week over the last month. "Just trying to get a head start, and get ready for whatever’s coming," Embiid said. He admitted that he didn't play up to his standard during the first half of the 2019-2020 season. Embiid wants […]

Marc Gasol Looks Good Physically

Toronto Raptors center Marc Gasol missed 28 games earlier in the season due to hamstring issues. He returned prior to the hiatus and is ready to play when the NBA returns in July. He recently posted a picture of himself where he's slimmed down and head coach Nick Nurse mentioned Gasol looked better during a […]

Klay Thompson Making Solid Progress

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (knee) has not suffered any setbacks during his recovery process. However, Warriors general manager Bob Myers mentioned he is unsure how close Thompson is to 100 percent ready. The good news is that the Warriors are done playing until next season. The organization still needs Thompson to run through […]

Darius Miller Unlikely To Play Again This Season

New Orleans Pelicans forward Darius Miller (Achilles) was ruled out for the rest of the season after undergoing surgery in August. The team has not reported much about his progress, so it's unclear if Miller is close to being ready for action. The Pelicans will have to wait until Miller reports to camp before they […]

Jalen Brunson Not Quite Ready Yet

Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson (shoulder) is not expected to be ready in time for when the season resumes in late July. He had right shoulder surgery in March and was expected to miss around a month. The Mavs won't know his official status until he reports to training camp. Seth Curry was playing extremely […]

DeMarcus Cousins Could Join A Playoff Team

Free-agent center DeMarcus Cousins (knee) has engaged in contract discussions with the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat. It appears Cousins has fully recovered from his left ACL injury. He was not close to playing in February, but he might be ready to play by the end of July. The Heat currently have a full […]

Malik Monk Has Been Reinstated By The League

Charlotte Hornets guard Malik Monk has been reinstated by the NBA after being suspended in February. He was suspended for violating the league's anti-drug policy. He'll have to wait until next season to play again since the Hornets are already eliminated from the playoff picture. Monk averaged 10.3 points, 2.1 assists and 1.1 triples on […]

Devonte' Graham Has Not Discussed Contract Extension

Charlotte Hornets guard Devonte' Graham has not discussed a contract extension with the organization, according to general manager Mitch Kupchak. Graham is a candidate for the Most Improved Player award after his performance this season. He is averaging 18.2 points, 7.5 assists, 1.0 steals and 3.5 triples after not playing much during his rookie campaign. […]

LaMarcus Aldridge Has Been Ruled Out For The Season

San Antonio Spurs center LaMarcus Aldridge (shoulder) is going to miss the rest of the 2019-2020 season. He underwent an arthroscopic procedure and rotator cuff debridement on his right shoulder. The surgery happened in April, but is being reported now. Aldridge did return before the hiatus, but the issue continued to bother him. The organization […]

Evan Fournier Cleared To Play

Orlando Magic guard/forward Evan Fournier (elbow) has fully recovered and is ready to play when action returns in late July. He was expected to miss an extended period of time when he suffered a right elbow UCL sprain. Fournier has been given three months to recover, so there shouldn't be any lingering issues. The Magic […]

Doug McDermott Has Fully Recovered

Indiana Pacers forward Doug McDermott (toe) has fully recovered and is ready to return once the NBA resumes play. He was dealing with right big toe soreness, but has been given plenty of time to rest and recover. McDermott is expected to see more playing time on the horizon with Jeremy Lamb (knee) done for […]

Darius Bazley Appears To Be Full Healthy

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Darius Bazley (knee) was seen recently playing pickup basketball. He suffered a right knee bone bruise and was expected to miss around a month or so. It appears that Bazley is back to being fully healthy and ready to contribute when the NBA season returns. He's averaging 4.5 points during 17.2 […]

Andre Roberson Believes He's Finally Ready To Play

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Andre Roberson (knee) says that he was ready to play when the league went on hiatus. He is recovering from left knee surgery and has not played an NBA game since the 2017 season. There is a good chance that he'll be available for the organization in July. The Thunder are […]

Andrew Bogut Wants To Play In The NBA Again

Free-agent center Andrew Bogut said that he is open to returning to the NBA. Bogut mentioned that he received offers from teams before the league went on hiatus. The 35-year-old center has not played over 30 games in a single season since 2015. He has mostly been a late-season playoff roster type of player late […]