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James Harden Leads Philly To Game 1 Victory
Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden finished with a game-high 45 points in Monday's postseason win over Boston. Joel Embiid (knee) didn't suit up for this one, so the former MVP put on a show, going 17-for-30 from the field and 7-for-14 from deep while adding six assists and two steals. This was the type of […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Joel Embiid Might Return For Game 2
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) didn't suit up for Monday's postseason clash with the Celtics. However, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, there's "optimism" he'll return for Game 2 on Wednesday. The 29-year-old sprained his right LCL during the playoff series against the Brooklyn Nets and has been on the shelf since. Fortunately, Embiid appears […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Trey Lyles Hopes To Return To Sacramento
Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles hopes to return to the team next season. The journeyman averaged 7.6 points and 4.1 rebounds in 74 regular season games with the Kings in 2022-23 and had a consistent spot in Mike Brown's rotation. He'll be a restricted free agent this offseason. However, Lyles likely won't be a beneficial […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Domantas Sabonis Has Thumb Re-Evaluated On Monday
Sacramento Kings forward/center Domantas Sabonis (thumb) had an appointment on Monday to re-evaluate the condition of his injured right thumb. The results haven't been made public. The All-Star sustained an avulsion fracture in December but avoided going under the knife. The 26-year-old didn't seem bothered by the ailment, playing 79 regular season games and averaging […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Trae Young Has Confidence In Quin Snyder
According to Jeff Schultz of the Athletic, Hawks guard Trae Young is unlikely to be traded, mainly because the superstar has faith in head coach Quin Snyder. His relationship with the organization was seemingly at an all-time low during the 2022-23 campaign. However, after the team parted ways with Nate McMillan and brought in Snyder, […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Victor Oladipo Has Successful Surgery
Miami Heat guard Victor Oladipo (knee) underwent successful surgery on Thursday. During the postseason series versus the Milwaukee Bucks, the veteran suffered a torn patellar tendon in his left knee, ending his season. There's talk he could be back in six months. However, nothing is set in stone at this point. Oladipo averaged 10.7 points […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
A.J. Terrell Has Option Picked Up By Atlanta
According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, the Falcons picked up the fifth-year option on cornerback A.J. Terrell. He's now on tap to earn over $12 million in 2024, although both sides aim to work out a long-term extension. The 24-year-old was selected in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Since then, he's […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
49ers Pick Up Option On Brandon Aiyuk
According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, the 49ers picked up the fifth-year option on wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. He is now projected to earn just over $14 million in 2024. While the move keeps the wideout in San Francisco for another year, it allows both sides to work out a long-term extension. The 25-year-old […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Justin Herbert Has Option Picked Up
According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, the Chargers picked up the fifth-year option on quarterback Justin Herbert (shoulder) on Friday. He is now in line to make nearly $30 million guaranteed in 2024. Of course, the announcement is a formality, as it allows both sides to work on a long-term extension. The signal-caller has been […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Jets Pick Will McDonald IV In 2023 NFL Draft
The Jets selected Iowa State edge rusher Will McDonald IV with the No. 15 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. New York selected Sauce Gardner and Jermaine Johnson II in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, so the team added another young up-and-coming prospect on Thursday night. The 23-year-old totaled 125 tackles […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Broderick Jones Taken By Pittsburgh On Thursday
The Steelers traded for the No. 14 overall pick on Thursday night and selected Georgia offensive tackle Broderick Jones in the 2023 NFL Draft. Jones had a successful collegiate career with the Bulldogs, earning first-team All-SEC honors while helping his team capture two national titles. Pittsburgh lost some bodies via free agency this offseason, so […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Lukas Van Ness Taken At No. 13 By Green Bay
The Packers selected Iowa defensive lineman Lukas Van Ness with the No. 13 overall selection in the 2023 NFL Draft. The 21-year-old played two seasons with the Hawkeyes, amassing 69 total tackles and 13.5 sacks. He still has some work to do regarding his development, so he may not be impactful early on in his […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Lions Add Jahmyr Gibbs To Crowded Backfield
The Lions selected Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs with the No. 12 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The 21-year-old appeared in 12 games for the Crimson Tide last season, running for 926 yards and seven touchdowns off 151 carries while adding 44 catches for 444 yards and three more scores. It's obvious he has […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Peter Skoronski Taken At No. 11 By Tennessee
The Titans took Northwestern offensive tackle Peter Skoronski with the No. 11 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. At 6'4'', 313 lbs, the 21-year-old is coming off an efficient collegiate career and is considered ready to go right out the gate heading into the 2023-24 campaign. Skoronski will help bolster an offensive line that needed […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Jalen Carter Heading To Philadelphia
The Eagles selected Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The 22-year-old had plenty of hype heading into Thursday night, especially after an impactful collegiate career that included multiple national championships. While Carter may make an immediate impact for a Super Bowl-contending team, his off-the-field legal […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Falcons Take Bijan Robinson On Thursday Night
The Falcons took Texas running back Bijan Robinson with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. There were many teams in the mix to take Robinson on Thursday night. However, he'll now head to Atlanta, a team loaded with young up-and-coming talent. The 21-year-old appeared in 31 games for the Longhorns, amassing […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Tyree Wilson Taken At No. 7 In 2023 NFL Draft
The Raiders took Texas Tech defensive end Tyree Wilson with the No. 7 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Wilson had just three sacks in his first two collegiate seasons. However, he combined for 14 over the last two seasons. He had plenty of hype entering the Draft, and there were rumblings he could have […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Cardinals Take Paris Johnson Jr. At No. 6
After acquiring the No. 6 overall selection from Detroit, the Cardinals selected Ohio State offensive tackle Paris Johnson Jr. in the 2023 NFL Draft. There were plenty of directions Arizona could have gone. However, the Cardinals will bolster its protection unit in order to keep Kyler Murray (knee) on the field, at least once he's […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Anthony Richardson Taken No. 4 Overall By Indy
The Indianapolis Colts selected Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. With Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud going at No. 1 and No. 2, the Colts made a move to take a signal-caller, with the hope he'll be with the franchise for many years to come. The […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Texans Acquire No. 3 Pick, Draft Will Anderson Jr.
The Texans acquired the No. 3 overall selection in the 2023 NFL from the Cardinals and drafted Alabama linebacker Will Anderson Jr. Anderson had a fantastic career with the Crimson Tide, appearing in 41 games. During his time at Alabama, he totaled 204 total tackles (115 solo) and a massive 34.5 sacks. Without question, the […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
C.J. Stroud Taken Second By Houston In 2023 Draft
The Texans selected Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The 21-year-old had a successful career as a Buckeye, appearing in 28 games and throwing for 7,775 yards, 81 touchdowns, and 12 picks. That said, Stroud is a talented passer, whether inside or outside the pocket. […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Bryce Young Goes No. 1 Overall To Carolina
The Panthers selected Alabama quarterback Bryce Young with the first pick of the 2023 NFL Draft. The 21-year-old had a stellar collegiate career, with a resume that includes a national championship and Heisman Trophy, among others. He played 34 games for the Crimson Tide, throwing for 8,356 yards, 80 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions while completing […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Anthony Edwards Cited For Assault
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards was cited for third-degree assault. Following the Game 5 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night, the 21-year-old allegedly swung a folding chair that struck two female employees. Fortunately, the injuries suffered by the women weren't severe. Edwards, who averaged a career-high 24.6 points during the 2022-23 campaign, is […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
CJ McCollum Undergoes Successful Surgery
New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (thumb, shoulder) underwent successful surgery on Tuesday to repair a UCL tear in his right thumb. He also suffered a torn labrum in his right shoulder. Fortunately, the 31-year-old won't need surgery for that and will participate in a rehab program during the offseason. McCollum is coming off another […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Joel Embiid Update May Come On Thursday
According to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the Sixers could have an update on Joel Embiid on Thursday. "I think in a day or the next day, he'll have a bigger meeting with the doctors, and we'll go from there," said head coach Doc Rivers while speaking to the media. "I really don't have […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
P.J. Washington Viewed As A "Core" Member Of The Hornets
Charlotte Hornets forward/center P.J. Washington wants to remain with the team. The 24-year-old rejected a rookie extension in October, so he'll be a restricted free agent this offseason, giving Charlotte the right to match any offers from clubs around the league. The Hornets will likely do what it takes to keep Washington on the roster, […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Russell Westbrook Would Love To Remain A Clipper
Los Angeles Clippers guard Russell Westbrook stated he "would love" to remain with the team. Yet, he's also embracing the idea of entering free agency, so he hasn't decided what the future holds. The 34-year-old began the season with the Lakers, playing 52 games. But after he was traded to Utah, he accepted a buyout […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Julius Randle Re-Injures Ankle
New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (ankle) exited Wednesday's postseason meeting versus the Cavaliers. He is doubtful to return. The All-Star sprained his left ankle during a late-March matchup against the Miami Heat, keeping him out for five games. However, he returned at the beginning of the playoffs, although it's obvious based on his play […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
De'Aaron Fox Will Play On Wednesday
Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (finger) will play on Wednesday night versus the Golden State Warriors. The 25-year-old has averaged 31.5 points, 7.0 assists, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.5 steals in this series, so it's undoubtedly fantastic news. But considering he's dealing with a left finger fracture, he may be limited in what he can do […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago
Packers Interested In Jaxon Smith-Njigba?
According to Pro Football Network's Tony Pauline, the Packers are interested in Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. After trading Aaron Rodgers to the Jets, Green Bay moved up two spots to the No. 13 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, which the team believes will make it "easier to secure" the former Buckeye. […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years ago