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Dusty Hannahs Scores 20 In Start
Memphis Grizzlies guard Dusty Hannahs impressed Tuesday night against the San Antonio Spurs. With Memphis resting Jevon Carter, Hannahs got the spot start and finished with a team-high 20 points on 7-for-12 shooting in 24 minutes. Hannahs was efficient all over the floor, also going 3-for-6 from three-point range and a perfect 3-for-3 from the […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoZach Norvell Jr. Plays Well For Lakers
Los Angeles guard Zach Norvell Jr. finished with 11 points, seven rebounds, three assists and a steal in 28 minutes Monday night. Norvell was signed to a two-way contract mere hours before their Summer League opener against the Miami Heat. Norvell did not shoot particularly well, going 2-for-8 from the floor, but was able to […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoDuncan Robinson Scores 17 Points In Opener
Miami Heat forward Duncan Robinson showed off his sharpshooting in their Summer League opener Monday night. Robinson scored 17 points on 5-for-8 shooting, while adding five rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in just 20 minutes. With a year already under his belt, Robinson looked extremely comfortable in a featured role and had little trouble […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoTyler Herro Showcases Shooting In Summer League Opener
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro silenced doubters in his Summer League opener, scoring 18 points in 25 minutes. Herro also contributed four assists, three rebounds and a steal but, most notably, was 5-for-10 from three-point range. Herro was given ball-handling responsibilities at times while also knocking down shots in the half court and transition offenses. […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoMaximilian Kleber Cashes In With Mavs
Forward/center Maximilian Kleber has agreed to a four-year deal to stay with the Dallas Mavericks. After a successful sophomore season with the Mavericks, Kleber is set to earn $35 million over the next four years to remain with the team. Kleber posted modest averages of 6.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.1 three-pointers and 1.1 blocks in […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoMike Scott Will Return To Philadelphia
Forwarded Mike Scott has agreed to resign with the Philadelphia 76ers, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. Scott will sign a two-year deal worth $9.8 million. Scott has been a solid, efficient backup forward over the past couple years and should continue to thrive in his role. The Sixers resigned forward Tobias Harris to a […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoWayne Ellington Agrees to Deal With Knicks
Free agent shooting guard Wayne Ellington has agreed to a two-year, $16 million deal with the New York Knicks. Ellington bounced around last season after being traded to Phoenix then bought out and signing with the Detroit Pistons. Ellington provides invaluable three-point shooting, but his role is yet to be determined with the new-look Knicks. […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoMaurice Harkless Headed to Clippers
Portland Trail Blazers forward Maurice Harkless has taken a couple trips during this already crazy free agency. Harkless was a part of a four-team trade involving Portland, Philadelphia 76ers, Miami Heat and Los Angeles Clippers. Harkless was originally traded with Meyers Leonard to Miami for Hassan Whiteside. The Clippers stepped in and received Harkless and […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoCleveland Cavaliers Trade Up To Select Kevin Porter Jr.
The Cleveland Cavaliers have selected USC’s Kevin Porter Jr. with the 30th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Porter’s draft stock plummeted after originally slotted around the 13th overall pick. Porter has had some off-court issues during his lone year at USC and there are legitimately gripes with his overall maturity. There are also […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoFlorida State Center Mfiondu Kabengele Selected By Clippers
The Los Angeles Clippers have selected Florida State center Mfiondu Kabengele with the 27th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Kabengele was originally headed to the Brooklyn Nets, but a trade was made in the final seconds of the draft selection. Kabengele has shown his dedication to the game and hard work pays off […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoCleveland Selects Sharpshooter Dylan Windler
The Cleveland Cavaliers have selected Belmont’s Dylan Windler with the 26th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. The Cavaliers were able to get an automatic guard in Windler to pair with the electric Collin Sexton in the frontcourt. Windler scored 21.3 points per game while shooting 42.3 percent from three and average 10.3 rebounds […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoTy Jerome Drafted By Phoenix At 24th Overall
The Phoenix Suns have selected University of Virginia guard Ty Jerome with the 24th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Originally the Sixers pick, the 24th pick was traded to Boston as Philadelphia moved up in the draft. Then, Boston was able to flip the 24th pick over to the Phoenix Suns who selected […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoThunder Select High School Mystery Darius Bazley
The Oklahoma City Thunder have selected Darius Bazley with the 23rd overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Bazley is one of the most ambiguous prospects in this year’s draft. Bazley was a top-20, arguably top-10 high school prospect in 2018 out of high school. However, Bazley forego his college career with hopes to play […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoSpurs Select Croatian Forward Luka Samanic
The San Antonio Spurs have selected Luka Samanic with the 19th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Would it be a real NBA draft without San Antonio selecting a player from overseas? Samanic is listed at 6’10”, but can play a variety of positions. Many teams believe Samanic is currently at his floor of […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoPistons Select French Prospect Sekou Doumbouya
The Detroit Pistons have selected Sekou Doumbouya with the 15th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Detroit was desperate for wings going into this offseason and was able to acquire Tony Snell from the Milwaukee Bucks. Now they were able to select 6’9” forward Doumbouya out of France. Doumbouya’s stats don’t stand out due […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoCameron Johnson Drafted By Phoenix With 11th Pick
The Phoenix Suns have selected Cameron Johnson with the 11th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. The Suns were originally projected to pick a point guard at six overall, but felt the need to trade back after sending their pick to Minnesota for Dario Saric and the 11th pick. Phoenix went a separate route […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoCoby White Drafted By Bulls With Seventh Pick
The Chicago Bulls have selected UNC point guard Coby White with the seventh overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. The freshman thrived as North Carolina’s top facilitator, leading the team to a number one seed in the March Madness tournament. Coming in at 6’5”, White has great size for his position and has a […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoKnicks select R.J. Barrett Third Overall
The New York Knicks have selected Duke freshman guard R.J. Barrett with the third overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Barrett, the top recruit in the 2018 high school class, thrived in the shadow of Zion Williamson at Duke. The Canadian-born freshman received ACC All-freshman and All-ACC first team honors in his only year […]
Dale Johnson 5 years agoMike Conley Will Play Wednesday Night
Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (thigh) will play Wednesday against the Golden State Warriors. Conley has been sitting due to thigh soreness, but the veteran will play against the defending champs on Wednesday. Conley is just seven points shy from becoming the franchise's all-time scoring leader. His return will likely decrease the value of […]
Dale Johnson 6 years agoDarren Collison Starting Wednesday
Indiana Pacers point guard Darren Collison (quad) will start Wednesday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Collison was questionable with a quad injury, but appears healthy enough to resume his regular role on the court. Collison missed the past three games with the injury, but his return will likely push Cory Joseph back to the […]
Dale Johnson 6 years agoLuka Doncic Expected To Play Tuesday
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Luka Doncic (knee) is likely to play Tuesday night against the Sacramento Kings. Doncic came into the contest questionable with knee soreness, but apparently feels healthy enough for his normal workload. If Doncic were to experience any setbacks, Trey Burke and Devin Harris would get boosts in playing time.
Dale Johnson 6 years agoKris Dunn, Otto Porter and Zach LaVine Out Tuesday
The Chicago Bulls will be short-handed Tuesday night against the Toronto Raptors without three of their typical starters. Kris Dunn (back), Otto Porter (shoulder) and Zach LaVine (thigh) will all be on the sidelines Tuesday night. The Bulls have no incentive to play their most important players which could be a factor into all three […]
Dale Johnson 6 years agoAnthony Davis Ruled Out Tuesday Night
New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Anthony Davis (back) will not play Tuesday night against the Atlanta Hawks. Davis has been dealing with back spasms and was downgraded to doubtful before being ultimately ruled out. Davis has been in and out of the lineup over the past two weeks with various ailments and situations after being limited […]
Dale Johnson 6 years agoMike Conley Ruled Out Monday Night
Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (thigh) will not play Monday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Conley was originally a game-time decision so his return could be sooner rather than later. Without Conley, Delon Wright will get all the run he can handle at the point. Wright has played very well in his recent […]
Dale Johnson 6 years agoCody Zeller Will Remain Out Tuesday
Charlotte Hornets center Cody Zeller (knee) will not play Tuesday night against the San Antonio Spurs. Zeller will miss his eighth straight game with soreness and swelling in his left knee. Bismack Biyombo will likely pick up another start, but Miles Bridges has been the biggest benefactor in the last few games. Bridges is averaging […]
Dale Johnson 6 years agoGordon Hayward and Aron Baynes Available Sunday
Boston Celtics guard/forward Gordon Hayward (concussion) and center Aron Baynes (ankle) will play Sunday against the San Antonio Spurs. Both players were upgraded from questionable to available to play before game-time. Baynes will likely have his work cut out for him immediately as Al Horford (knee) and Robert Williams (back) will sit with their respective […]
Dale Johnson 6 years agoJayson Tatum Will Not Play Sunday
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (back) will not play Sunday against the San Antonio Spurs. This comes at no surprise as Tatum was initially ruled doubtful to play. Tatum joins Al Horford (knee) and Robert Williams (back) on the shelf, leaving Boston thin in the frontcourt. Marcus Morris and Aron Baynes are in line for […]
Dale Johnson 6 years agoJustise Winslow Doubtful Friday
Miami Heat guard Justise Winslow (thigh) is doubtful to play Friday night against the Milwaukee Bucks. Winslow has missed three straight games with the injury and is slated to miss a fourth. Goran Dragic has been playing very well off the bench with Winslow on the shelf and he would continue to get opportunity if […]
Dale Johnson 6 years agoBam Adebayo Questionable Against Bucks
Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (hip) is listed as questionable for Friday night's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Adebayo seems to have picked up a minor hip injury in their last game against the San Antonio Spurs. Adebayo has been playing very well since being moved to the starting lineup. If Adebayo is unable to […]
Dale Johnson 6 years agoMike Conley Doubtful Friday
Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (general soreness) is doubtful for Friday night's game against the Orlando Magic. The veteran is headed into the first night of a back-to-back set so Conley will most likely get rested. Without Conley, Delon Wright and Jevon Carter will most likely absorb the minutes at the point.
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