Gary Payton II Will Be Available On Tuesday Night

Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II (hernia) practiced on Saturday and will be available to play during the upcoming preseason outing against the Lakers. The 28-year-old has been working his way back from an inguinal hernia, so his availability for the exhibition in L.A. is good news concerning his chances of making the team. […]

Damian Lillard Won't Play On Monday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (coach's decision) won't suit up for the upcoming preseason matchup against the visiting Sacramento Kings. CJ McCollum will join him, although neither man is hurt or fatigued. Portland has three exhibitions on the schedule throughout the week, so the veteran is expected back in the lineup on Wednesday against […]

Langston Galloway Waived By The Warriors

The Warriors waived guard Langston Galloway on Saturday. The journeyman appeared in three preseason outings for Golden State, logging just 3.3 points throughout nearly nine minutes per game. After averaging just over 10 points throughout the 2019-20 campaign during his final year in Detroit, Langston's production dropped significantly in Phoenix last season. Although it's foreseeable […]

Derrick Rose Suffers Ankle Injury On Saturday

New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (ankle) did not return to Saturday's preseason clash against the Wizards. The former MVP began experiencing pain in his left ankle and was observed speaking with trainers during the fourth quarter. He subsequently went back to the locker room and wasn't seen again for the contest's duration. Before the […]

LeBron James, Russell Westbrook To Make Preseason Debut

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and guard Russell Westbrook will make their preseason debut on Friday versus the Golden State Warriors. Both superstars will suit up for this one, while Anthony Davis sits out for rest purposes. Lakers fans will have to wait a little longer before they get to see the big 3 […]

Sandro Mamukelashvili Starting In Friday's Game

The Milwaukee Bucks' starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets doesn't look much like the starting lineup we saw in last year's NBA Finals. The team's starting five for Friday's game will be Sandro Mamukelashvili, Thanasis Antetokounmpo, Jordan Nwora, Georgios Kalaitzakis and Tremont Waters. Nwora and Thanasis Antetokounmpo started the team's last […]

Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr. To Rest On Saturday

The Memphis Grizzlies will be giving Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., Steven Adams and Kyle Anderson a rest day on Saturday as the team faces the Atlanta Hawks. All four players took the court in Thursday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Morant and Adams each logged a team-high 24 minutes in the game and both […]

Trae Young Doubtful For Saturday's Game

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (quad) has been labeled doubtful for the team's preseason game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday. Young is nursing a right quad contusion. It's not believed to be anything serious. The team is just being cautious with him. He has yet to play in a game this preseason. Fellow […]

Kyrie Irving Cleared To Practice At Home

Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving has been cleared to practice at the team's home facilities, according to a City Hall official. Shams Charania, who reported the news, explained that New York City has labeled the team's practice facility as a private office building. Irving is unvaccinated and as a result of New York City's […]

Jimmy Butler And Others To Rest On Friday

The Miami Heat will rest several of their primary players for Friday's preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs. It's the second game of a back-to-back for the team, so it's not very surprising to hear the news. Jimmy Butler, Kyle Lowry and Bam Adebayo are the biggest names amongst the players who will be […]

Zach LaVine And Starters To Play Solid Minutes On Friday

Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan told the media on Thursday that he expects his starters to play between 24 and 28 minutes in Friday's preseason game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Lonzo Ball saw the most action in the team's first preseason game, logging 26 minutes while DeMar DeRozan (25), Nikola Vucevic (24) and […]

Los Angeles Adds Frank Mason III To Training Camp

Point guard Frank Mason III inked a training-camp deal with the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday morning, giving the quick ball-handler a chance to make the team's active roster. Mason has bounced around the league over the past four seasons, most recently having appeared in four games (one start) with Orlando last year. In an […]

Brooklyn Trades For Edmond Sumner, Then Waives Him

Point/shooting guard Edmond Sumner (Achilles) was dealt from the Indiana Pacers to the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday, but he was ultimately waived in a cost-cutting move for the franchise. Sumner was announced to be out indefinitely with a torn Achilles tendon back in September, ruling him out for the entirety of the 2021-22 season. Indiana […]

Trae Young Ruled Out For Wednesday’s Game

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (quad) has been deemed unavailable to play in Wednesday's preseason contest against Cleveland. Young is battling a right quad contusion, with the Hawks having little reason to thrust their star point guard into action without him at 100 percent this early in the year. Delon Wright will draw the […]

Devin Booker Remains Days Away From Return

Phoenix Suns point/shooting guard Devin Booker has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason contest against the Lakers, and a return to game action remains days away with him being in the league's COVID-19 protols. Booker has resumed warming up before games, so his long-term status should be in little doubt. Landry Shamet started Phoenix's preseason opener […]

Jrue Holiday, Khris Middleton Won't Play Against Grizzlies

Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (knee) and forward Khris Middleton (hamstring) won't play during the preseason outing against Memphis. Both men are expected to be ready in time to begin the regular season. However, in the meantime, they will join Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) and Bobby Portis (hamstring) as those who are out against the Grizzlies. […]

Ja Morant Starting In Tuesday's Preseason Outing

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant will start during Tuesday's matchup against the visiting Milwaukee Bucks. To round out the rest of the group, De'Anthony Melton, Desmond Bane, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Steven Adams, who will be making his unofficial debut with the team, will join him. Despite the likelihood that they will all face a […]

Darius Garland, Collin Sexton Starting On Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guards Collin Sexton and Darius Garland will start during the preseason matchup against the Chicago Bulls. In addition, Isaac Okoro, Jarrett Allen, and the debuting Evan Mobley, who was selected third overall in the 2021 NBA Draft, will join them. Still, head coach J.B. Bickerstaff plans to give minutes to all available players […]

Ben Simmons Remains Away From The Team

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (personal) won't play during the preseason opener against the Raptors. Simmons remains away from the team as a potential trade to another organization could be in the works. Still, team officials continue to hold out hope that he will return to Philly for the 2021 campaign. However, until that happens, […]

Tyrese Maxey Operating With First Unit

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey was seen operating with the first unit in practice. This is too surprising considering Ben Simmons refuses to show up to camp or play for the Sixers again. It looks like head coach Doc Rivers is considering using Maxey as the starting point guard. Shake Milton should be in the […]

Coby White Gaining Strength In His Shoulder

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (shoulder) has been working on gaining strength in his surgically repaired shoulder. White will miss the beginning of the regular season while rehabbing. The hope is that White will be back on the court by mid-November. White put together a strong campaign in 2020. However, his value is going to […]

Markelle Fultz Won't Be Ready For Opener

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (knee) will not be ready for the regular season opener versus the San Antonio Spurs. It doesn't sound like he suffered a setback, but the organization wants to be cautious with their young guard. Fultz had surgery nearly 11 months ago, so it's a bit odd that he's not ready […]

Ben Simmons Recently Linked To Cavaliers

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons remains estranged from his current team. After things took a downward spiral once the Sixers were eliminated during the postseason, recent reports indicate that Simmons is not interested in reporting to training camp. Although many teams have emerged as potential suitors to acquire the former LSU Tiger's services, he has […]

Matt Thomas Agrees To Deal With Chicago

Free-agent guard Matt Thomas agreed to a deal with the Bulls on Monday. The terms of the agreement are undisclosed, and it comes after the 27-year-old was waived by the Jazz around a month ago. Thomas appeared in 45 games for Toronto and Utah last season but didn't do much on the fantasy end. That […]

Rajon Rondo Expected To Sign With Lakers

Free-agent guard Rajon Rondo is expected to sign with the Lakers on Monday. After being dealt by the Clippers to Memphis during the offseason, Rondo agreed to a buyout with the Grizzlies, so it appears he will be staying in Los Angeles after all. The veteran averaged 7.6 points and 5.8 assists last season throughout […]

Damian Lillard Has No Immediate Plans To Leave

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard has no immediate plans on parting ways with the team. When asked about a potential departure from Rip City, the multi-time All-Star indicated that he isn't leaving before adding "not right now at least." The 31-year-old has been an elite fantasy option throughout his nine seasons of service in […]

Rajon Rondo Unlikely To Remain In Memphis

Memphis Grizzlies guard Rajon Rondo is unlikely to remain with the team ahead of the upcoming 2021-22 NBA season. After the Los Angeles Clippers dealt Rondo during the offseason, the veteran will again look to move on and contribute to a team with championship aspirations. He began last season in Atlanta before ending up in […]

Immanuel Quickley Shines As Primary Ball-Handler In Summer League

New York Knicks guard Immanuel Quickley shined as the primary ball-handler for the Knicks Summer League with 7.8 assists across five games. The second-year guard played mostly off the ball during his rookie season, averaging 11.4 points, 2.0 assists, 1.8 3PM while shooting over 89% from the free throw line. While the Knicks added Kemba […]

Terry Rozier Signs Four-Year Extension

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier agreed to a four-year, $97 million max contract extension on Thursday. The deal will keep the third-year Hornet in Charlotte through the 2025-2026 season. On top of ranking fifth in 3-pointers made in the NBA last season, the 27-year-old also averaged 20.4 points, 4.2 assists, and 1.3 steals while shooting […]

Jarrett Culver Heading To Memphis

The Timberwolves sent Jarrett Culver to Memphis in exchange for Patrick Beverley, who was recently acquired from the Los Angeles Clippers just a few days ago. Juan Hernangomez was also included in the deal, freeing up money while adding to the team's young group of players. Culver, a sixth-overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, […]