Kenny Atkinson Not Going To Charlotte

Golden State Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson will remain with the team after all. The 55-year-old was recently offered a four-year deal with the Hornets, which he accepted in principle. However, with Mike Brown taking his talents to the Sacramento Kings, Atkinson will now remain in the Bay Area and take over as Steve Kerr's top […]

Scottie Phillips Waived By Houston

The Texans waived running back Scottie Phillips off of injured reserve on Thursday after waiving him from the 90-man roster in May with an injury designation. The 24-year-old played 11 games over the previous two seasons, although he hardly saw the field. He'll likely visit a few teams heading into training camp, although he's certainly […]

Kurt Benkert Waived By Green Bay

The Packers waived quarterback Kurt Benkert on Friday. The 26-year-old spent most of last season on the practice squad, appearing in only one game in 2021 as a COVID-19 replacement for Jordan Love. While Benkert wasn't expected to receive interest in any fantasy league, the transaction could mean Green Bay will roll with two active […]

Good News For Denzel Ward

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (foot) was injured during minicamp on Thursday. However, while things didn't look good, X-rays and an MRI revealed no structural damage to his left foot, which will likely mean he'll be ready for training camp in July. Ward, who recently agreed to a $100 million extension over five years, figures […]

Kareem Hunt Searching For Contract Extension

Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt hopes to secure an extension with the club. He's entering the final year of his current deal, and while he has acknowledged that there have been discussions between both parties, nothing has come of it. Despite losing touches to Nick Chubb over the years, Hunt is considered by many […]

David Johnson Won't Sign With New Orleans

Free-agent running back David Johnson was unable to come to terms with the Saints on a contract. The former Pro Bowler recently made a stop in New Orleans to participate in the team's minicamp. However, after not landing a deal, Johnson will likely continue to search for work. The 30-year-old was once a dominant force […]

Rashod Bateman Could Thrive With New Mentality

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman is anticipated to be the No. 1 option at the position after the team traded Marquise Brown to Arizona. Baltimore is also looking to utilize the deep ball more often moving ahead, so Bateman will be expected to play a pivotal role in that area. The 22-year-old finished his […]

Sides Divided On Handling Of Deshaun Watson Situation

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson faces countless lawsuits from women who allege he sexually assaulted them. However, while this situation is far from over, there continues to be a divide throughout the league office regarding whether or not commissioner Roger Goodell should allow the signal-caller to suit up before pending litigation is completed. A recent […]

Holdout Still Possible For Lamar Jackson

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson isn't ruling out a holdout. Both sides remain at a standstill regarding a new deal. Yet, when asked about the possibility of a holdout, the former MVP seemingly indicated there's a chance he may not be at training camp in July. Nevertheless, things could continue to get even messier moving […]

Blazers Plan To Re-Sign Jusuf Nurkic

Upcoming unrestricted free-agent center Jusuf Nurkic is expected to receive plenty of offers in July. However, the Blazers hold the big man's bird rights, which will make Portland the favorite to retain his services. The 27-year-old has emerged as one of the best at the center position throughout his tenure in Portland, and he recently […]

Andre Iguodala Available For Game 6

Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (knee) is available on Thursday against the Boston Celtics. The veteran was expected to play all along after continuously battling right knee irritation throughout most of this series. However, after receiving just four minutes of work in Game 5, DFS managers will want to keep him out of the […]

Otto Porter Jr. Starting Again In Game 6

Golden State Warriors forward Otto Porter Jr. (foot) will play on Thursday evening during the NBA Finals matchup versus Boston. The veteran has a sore left foot, an issue he's been battling since the previous series against Dallas. However, he's good to go and will start. Nonetheless, with Porter playing only 15 minutes in each […]

James Harden May Not Receive A Max Deal

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden is expected to utilize his player option this summer. The front office acknowledges the team's best chance at winning a championship is with Harden on the roster. However, due to the former MVP's decline in play over the years, he may not get a max offer moving forward. That doesn't […]

Robert Williams III Available On Thursday

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) is available for Game 6 of the NBA Finals versus the Golden State Warriors. As if there was any doubt, primarily with the C's one loss away from elimination, the 24-year-old is good to go after continuing to deal with left knee soreness throughout the postseason. He's reportedly […]

P.J. Dozier Cleared For Basketball Activities

Free-agent guard P.J. Dozier (knee) has been cleared for full basketball activities and will be good to go for the start of training camp. The 25-year-old had brief stops in OKC and Boston to begin his career before spending his last three years in Denver. He had been a relatively reliable bench option for the […]

Marquese Chriss Heading Back To Houston

The Mavericks have traded forward Marquese Chriss to Houston in exchange for Christian Wood. The Rockets are also receiving Trey Burke, Sterling Brown, Boban Marjanovic, and the No. 26 overall selection in the NBA Draft. Chriss hasn't lived up to expectations since entering the league back in 2016 and finished last season by averaging only […]

Houston Looking To Give Alperen Sengun More Minutes

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun could see more work this season, according to ESPN NBA insider Tim MacMahon. The Rockets dealt Christian Wood to Dallas, so it's evident the team has plenty of faith that the 19-year-old can hold down things in the middle moving ahead. Despite logging only 20.7 minutes per game, Sengun made […]

Boban Marjanovic On The Move

The Rockets are acquiring center Boban Marjanovic from Dallas in exchange for Christian Wood. Houston is also receiving the No. 26 overall pick of the 2022 NBA Draft along with Sterling Brown, Trey Burke, and Marquese Chriss. Marjanovic has averaged only 5.9 points and 3.8 boards throughout his career, so despite the change of scenery, […]

Christian Wood Traded To Dallas

The Rockets are trading forward/center Christian Wood to the Mavericks in exchange for the No. 26 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. Also included, Dallas is sending Boban Marjanovic, Marquese Chriss, Trey Burke, and Sterling Brown, who are all on expiring contracts. Wood has been a capable producer during his two seasons in Houston, averaging […]

Fred VanVleet, Raptors May Talk Extension Soon

Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet could be on the way to a contract extension. Both sides are expected to engage in discussions during the offseason, with the All-Star in line to potentially make up to $114 million over four years. The 28-year-old is coming off a fantastic season where he averaged a career-high 20.3 points. […]

Philly Expected To Exercise Option On Shake Milton

Philadelphia 76ers guard Shake Milton is expected to have his $2 million team option exercised. The 25-year-old averaged just 8.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 2021-22. However, throughout six starts last season, he averaged 16.0 points. Nonetheless, while Milton probably won't see much interest during drafts ahead of the 2022 campaign, he'll likely […]

Andre Iguodala Still Dealing With Right Knee Issue

Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (knee) is questionable for Game 6 of the NBA Finals versus Boston due to right knee inflammation. After Kevon Looney got into foul trouble in Game 5, the 38-year-old made a brief appearance. However, he logged only four minutes in that one, finishing with two assists. Nevertheless, Iguodala should […]

Otto Porter Jr. On The Injury Report Again For Thursday

Golden State Warriors forward Otto Porter Jr. (foot) is questionable ahead of the pivotal NBA Finals showdown versus Boston on Thursday evening. The veteran has been battling a sore left foot throughout this entire series, so his presence on the injury report is nothing new. He started during the previous two games. However, after logging […]

Robert Williams III Questionable Again

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) is questionable ahead of Game 6 of the NBA Finals versus Golden State. The 24-year-old continues to be burdened by a sore left knee. However, he played 30 minutes in Game 5, his second-highest total throughout the postseason, so he should be good to go on Thursday night. […]

Jalen Brunson To The Knicks Gaining Momentum

Upcoming free-agent guard Jalen Brunson is expected to draw plenty of interest in July. However, the Mavericks can pay him more than any other franchise in the league, so it's possible Brunson could sign a deal offered by Dallas. Yet, rumblings have surfaced that general manager Nico Harrison isn't sold on paying the 25-year-old the money […]

Zach LaVine May Remain In Chicago

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine is expected to re-sign with the team this summer, according to sources. A new deal for the multi-time All-Star would pay him around $200 million over five years, keeping one of the most sought-after free agents in the Windy City for the foreseeable future. The 27-year-old averaged 24.4 points, 4.6 […]

Jazz Looking For A Star In Return For Rudy Gobert

Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert is likely to be traded ahead of the 2021-22 campaign. Rumors have been running wild since Utah was bounced from the postseason by the Dallas Mavericks. Donovan Mitchell, who has had a rocky relationship with Gobert, is also reportedly unhappy. As a result, the team is looking to bring in […]

Pacers Engaged In Trade Talks For Malcolm Brogdon

Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon is among the names expected to be moved this summer. Indiana has reportedly engaged in talks with clubs around the league, with the Knicks being one of the favorites to land him. Brogdon averaged 19.1 points last season, the second-highest of his career. However, he missed 46 games due to […]

Montrezl Harrell Facing Lengthy Prison Sentence

Upcoming free-agent center Montrezl Harrell is facing up to five years in prison after being arrested on a felony drug charge. In May, the 28-year-old was pulled over by Kentucky State police for following a vehicle too closely. During the stop, officers allegedly smelled marijuana, prompting a search of his car and revealing three pounds […]

Zion Williamson Likely To Ink Extension In July

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson is anticipated to sign his max contract offer in July. An extension would pay him $186 million over five seasons, with the team expected to add protection to the contract in the event of another injury. The 21-year-old has averaged 25.7 points, 7.2 boards, and 3.7 assists throughout his […]