Rondae Hollis-Jefferson Scores Team-High 22 Points on Saturday
Brooklyn Nets forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson was feeling it in DC on Saturday, scoring a team-high 22 points on a nice 9-for-15 shooting. Hollis-Jefferson looked great as a facilitator in this one, dishing out seven assists in his team-high 38 minutes. He didn't have any defensive stats in the overtime loss but he did pitch in […]
Caris LeVert Flirts with Triple-Double on Saturday
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Caris LeVert played better on Saturday against the Wizards, hitting five of his 16 attempts to finish with 12 points. LeVert was very productive in this one and almost came away with a triple-double, with his eight rebounds and eight assists. He also had one steal but had some issues with ball […]
Allen Crabbe Back to his Usual Tricks
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Allen Crabbe had a typical game against the Wizards on Saturday, shooting a poor percentage (5-for-15) to finish with 13 points with three triples. Crabbe didn't do a whole lot else either, adding only three boards, two assists, one steal and two turnovers in 32 minutes. As bad as Crabbe's shooting can […]
Paul George Has Streaky Jumper
Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Paul George had another game with a less then consistent jump shot, this time it was Saturday versus the Charlotte Hornets. George scored 17 points, going 6-for-14 from the field. Additionally, George snagged eight rebounds to round out the game. This was the fourth straight game for PG-13 having a […]
Quincy Acy Will Start At Center
Brooklyn Nets forward/center Quincy Acy will make the start at center on Saturday against the Washington Wizards. He played 27 minutes on Friday with nine points and seven rebounds in the victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Tyler Zeller (hip) has been ruled out of Saturday's contest, which has opened up more playing time for Acy. […]
Gary Harris is Questionable on Saturday
Denver Nuggets guard/forward Gary Harris (personal) is listed as questionable to play against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. He did not play on Friday because he was dealing with a family matter. It's unknown whether or not Harris will be able to fly to San Antonio in time to play on Saturday. There should […]
Omri Casspi is Questionable Saturday
Golden State Warriors forward Omri Casspi (back) is questionable to play against the Toronto Raptors on Saturday. Casspi's back has been bothering him for quite some time. He was forced to miss Friday's victory over the Milwaukee Bucks due to back soreness. If Casspi is unable to play on Saturday, Andre Iguodala and Nick Young […]
LeBron James Scores 27 Points Against Pacers
Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James had a rough night shooting the ball on Friday night in the loss to the Pacers. James played a team-high 40 minutes and scored 27 points but was inefficient from both the field and from deep, going 11-for-25 from the floor and 2-for-9 from behind the arc. He was solid […]
Tim Hardaway Jr. Returns, Scores 16 Points
New York Knicks guard/forward Tim Hardaway Jr. (leg) returned on Friday after spending over a month sidelined with a left leg stress injury. Hardaway was pretty sharp in his first game back, scoring 16 points with four three-pointers made against the T-Wolves. THJ added three rebounds, two assists and two steals to his line while […]
Michael Beasley's Production Hurt by Tim Hardaway Jr.'s Return
New York Knicks forward Michael Beasley has been on fire lately but seemed to be slowed down by guard/forward Tim Hardaway Jr.'s (leg) return on Friday. Beasley only scored 13 points in Minnesota, shooting 6-for-8 from the field. He was just as effective as usual in terms of efficiency, but the opportunity was not there […]
DeMarre Carroll Returns to Action on Friday
Brooklyn Nets forward DeMarre Carroll (knee) had a productive night on Friday, sinking three triples to finish with an efficient 13 points (5-for-9) against the Hawks. Carroll played well against his former team and helped secure the win with his four rebounds and three assists. The Junk Yard Dog was playing some scrappy defense in […]
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson Scores 14 Points in Atlanta
Brooklyn Nets forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson had a decent showing on Friday against the Hawks, scoring 14 points on 6-for-14 shooting. Hollis-Jefferson turned the ball over three times in his 29 minutes, but did help owners out with six rebounds, three assists and a steal in this one. RHJ's lines won't often jump off the screen […]
Allen Crabbe Comes Down to Earth After Two Hot Performances
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Allen Crabbe cooled off on Friday, as he scored 10 points on 3-for-10 shooting, including two treys against the Hawks. Crabbe was coming off back-to-back 20-point games in which he shot over 50 percent in both, but he looked more like his typical self in this one. Crabbe added five rebounds, two […]
Josh Jackson Doubtful on Friday
Phoenix Suns guard/forward Josh Jackson (groin) is doubtful to play against the Houston Rockets on Friday. Jackson said he doesn't think he'll be able to take the court against Houston. It sounds like he'll be joining Marquese Chriss (hip) on the sidelines for Friday's contest. Groin injuries can be difficult because of the high risk […]
Evan Turner is Questionable on Friday
Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Evan Turner (illness) is questionable to play against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. Turner scored 18 points in 32 minutes during Wednesday's loss to the Houston Rockets. If Turner can't play on Friday, Maurice Harkless and Pat Connaughton could see increased minutes on the wing. Head coach Terry Stotts may […]
Marco Belinelli Ruled Out Friday
Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Marco Belinelli (ankle) has been ruled out of Friday's contest against the Brooklyn Nets. This game marks the first time Belinelli has missed a game this season. He's played in each of the Hawks first 41 contests. Tyler Dorsey and Malcolm Delaney are expected to split Belinelli's playing time on Friday. Belinelli […]
Stanley Johnson is Questionable Against Bulls
Detroit Pistons guard/forward Stanley Johnson (hip) is listed as questionable to play against the Chicago Bulls on Saturday. He did not practice on Friday but returned from a five-game absence on Wednesday. He was held scoreless in 20 minutes and finished with five rebounds, one assist and two steals. He appears to have aggravated his […]
Gary Harris Ruled Out on Friday
Denver Nuggets guard/forward Gary Harris (personal) has been ruled out of Friday's contest against the Memphis Grizzlies. According to T.J. McBride, Harris is "back home dealing with personal issues." Luckily, the issues are "nothing that will keep him out an extended amount of time." Harrison Wind reported that Harris may not play on Saturday against […]
Nikola Mirotic Expected to Play Saturday
Chicago Bulls forward Nikola Mirotic (illness) is expected to play against the Detroit Pistons on Saturday. He practiced on Friday after missing the last two games with a stomach bug. He's cooled off since his red-hot start but is still averaging 7.4 points and 7.0 rebounds per contest. It could be his last game with […]
C.J. Miles Wets Four Triples in Fill-In Start
Toronto Raptors guard/forward C.J. Miles put forth a strong showing on Thursday, scoring 16 points with four treys, shooting 6-for-12 from the field. Miles also added five boards and two assists in this one, as he played an integral part in taking down the Cavs. Power forward/center Serge Ibaka will be back against the Warriors […]
Norman Powell Gets it Going on Thursday
Toronto Raptors guard/forward Norman Powell played better on Thursday against the Cavaliers, scoring 14 points on 6-for-15 shooting, including two triples. Powell was also active on the glass, grabbing six rebounds in his 27 minutes. He also threw in three assists for good measure, while blocking one shot on the other side of the floor. […]
Pascal Siakam Plays Well With Serge Ibaka Sitting
Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam had a solid game against Cleveland on Thursday, scoring a clean 16 points on 7-for-10 shooting. Siakam was effective in the paint, pulling in eight rebounds in his 23 minutes. P-Skills also showed some court vision in this one, sending out four dimes, while coming away with one steal on […]
Blake Griffin And Milos Teodosic Will Play Thursday
Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (concussion) and point guard Milos Teodosic (foot) will return to the starting lineup Thursday night against the Sacramento Kings. Griffin suffered a concussion Saturday and missed the last two games, while Teodosic has been dealing with a lingering plantar fasciitis injury which sidelined him for most of the […]
Isaiah Thomas Resting Against Toronto
The Cleveland Cavaliers will rest point guard Isaiah Thomas Thursday night against the Toronto Raptors. Thomas recently came back from a hip injury which sidelined him for most of the season, and he appears to have a day off Thursday. The Cavs will likely start point guard Jose Calderon while Dwyane Wade and Lebron James […]
Jaylen Brown Scores Team-High 21 Points Against Philly
Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown had himself a game in London, scoring a team-high 21 points on an effective 8-for-15, including two treys. Brown also pitched in with four boards and two assists, but really shined on defense with his three steals. Brown is notoriously streaky but has been pretty hot as of late (excluding […]
Jayson Tatum Solid in Win Against Sixers
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum had another good game on Thursday, as the Celtics beat the 76ers in London, England. Tatum scored an easy 13 points on 7-for-13 shooting, adding one three-pointer in his 24 minutes. Tatum also helped out with four rebounds and two assists in the win. He didn't notch any defensive stats […]
Marcus Morris Heats up for 19 Points on Thursday
Boston Celtics forward Marcus Morris had a great game against Philly, sinking three triples on his way to an efficient 19 points (7-for-13). Morris was effective on the glass in this one, pulling down eight boards in his 24 minutes of action. Things got a little heated when Sixers point guard/forward Ben Simmons ran through […]
Dion Waiters Expected To Undergo Season-Ending Surgery
Injury woes continue to plague the Miami Heat as guard/forward Dion Waiters (ankle) will have surgery on his left ankle and will miss the remainder of the season. Waiters received multiple opinions on the injury after missing nine straight games. In the absence of Waiters, Miami will continue to start Tyler Johnson at shooting guard and Josh […]
Ben Simmons Scores 16 Points With Supporting Stats
Philadelphia 76ers point guard/forward Ben Simmons played well in London against the Celtics, scoring 16 points on an above-average 8-for-12 shooting. Simmons wasn't his usual passing or rebounding self with only two boards and three assists in this one. The defensive numbers were there, however, as he came away with two steals and two blocks […]
Robert Covington's Slump Continues in London
Philadelphia 76ers forward Robert Covington's struggles persisted across the pond, shooting a lousy 2-for-8 from the field to finish with five points against the Celtics. Worse yet, Covington turned the ball over four times in this one while only adding three rebounds and one assist elsewhere. He has really had a tough time lately, but […]