Malcolm Brogdon Returns To Practice
Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon (illness) went through his first practice on Wednesday since testing positive for COVID-19. He recovered from the virus a week ago and has reportedly looked good since then. His conditioning will be the biggest issue for Brogdon, but the team doesn't seem too concerned. Victor Oladipo is leaning toward playing […]
Victor Oladipo Leaning Toward Playing During Restart
Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo (knee) recently announced that he was going to sit out of the upcoming restart, but it seems he has changed his mind. The star shooting guard is now leaning toward playing during the restart later this month. He had some strong practices and is fully participating in 5-of-5 scrimmages. It's […]
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Expected To Join Starting Five
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is reportedly expected to take over Avery Bradley's spot in the starting five. Bradley decided to opt out of the upcoming NBA restart. On Monday, Rajon Rondo (thumb) was injured and is expected to undergo surgery and miss at least a month of action. The team has Alex Caruso, […]
Edmond Sumner Says Time Off Has Helped His Health
Indiana Pacers guard Edmond Sumner (knee) mentioned that he has been dealing with nagging injuries since his final season in college. However, he says that the time off during the shutdown has given him a chance to rest and recover. "This is probably the best I’ve felt, especially [with my] knee,” Sumner said. He has […]
Eric Gordon Looking Good During Recent Practices
Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (knee) is reportedly looking good in each of his first two practices, according to head coach Mike D'Antoni. "He hasn't missed a rep. Looks good. Shooting the ball extremely well," says D'Antoni. Gordon has been bothered by knee issues throughout this season. Gordon mentioned recently that he feels like his […]
Shake Milton Scrimmaging As Starting Point Guard
Philadelphia 76ers guard Shake Milton has recently been scrimmaging as the starting point guard in practices. "I think he has a huge opportunity to help us accomplish what we believe we can. He's been doing an amazing job running the team," said Joel Embiid. Milton was averaging 17.9 points, 4.4 assists, 3.0 triples, 1.3 steals […]
Lou Williams Left His Decision On Restart Up To Team Vote
Los Angeles Clippers guard Lou Williams was reportedly split 50/50 on whether or not to play during the upcoming NBA restart. He decided to let his decision on the restart come down to a team vote. “We decided our decision was going to be everybody or nobody,” Williams said. The Clippers are excited to have […]
Tyler Herro Looks 100 Percent Healthy
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (ankle) is reportedly looking 100 percent healthy, according to head coach Erik Spoelstra. He mentioned in early July that he was good to go and the first few practices have confirmed that notion. Herro is back and ready to play, but his fantasy value is going to be shaky. The […]
Andre Roberson Practices On Friday
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Andre Roberson (knee) was able to go through practice on Friday, according to head coach Billy Donovan. "He participated in everything," Donovan said. Roberson has been banged up for quite some time, so it's nice to see him back on the court. It was reported that Roberson was ready to play […]
Jamal Crawford Agrees To Deal With Nets
Free-agent guard Jamal Crawford has agreed to a deal with the Brooklyn Nets. The 40-year-old guard brings valuable depth to the organization after seven players decided to opt out of the restart. Crawford dropped a 51-point game with the Phoenix Suns during the 2018-2019 season. He clearly still has the ability to shoot the ball, […]
Bradley Beal Unlikely To Undergo Surgery
Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (shoulder) has decided to opt out of the upcoming NBA restart. He is dealing with a right rotator cuff injury but is not expected to need surgery, according to Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard. Beal has been dealing with a shoulder issue for roughly eight months. He has progressively gotten […]
Spencer Dinwiddie Will Not Participate In Season Restart
Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie has announced that he will not be participating in the NBA's season restart after testing positive for COVID-19. "After another positive test yesterday and considering the symptoms, Brooklyn Nets, team doctors and I have decided that it would be in the best interest for me and the team that I […]
Bradley Beal Will Not Play In Orlando Due To Shoulder Injury
Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (shoulder) will not be participating in the NBA's season restart as a result of a right rotator cuff injury, the team announced on Tuesday. Beal becomes the second member of the Wizards to opt out of the NBA's restart in Orlando, with power forward Davis Bertans announcing that he will […]
Bradley Beal Expected To Travel With Team
Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal is expected to travel with the organization for the upcoming NBA restart later this month. Beal is reportedly still undecided about playing during the restart. It sounds like Beal's decision hinges on his conditioning, according to head coach Scott Brooks. The Wizards have a decent chance of catching the Brooklyn […]
Tim Hardaway Jr. Undecided About Playing In Orlando
Dallas Mavericks guard Tim Hardaway Jr. said that his status for the NBA restart is up in the air, but he is leaning towards playing. "When you have the opportunity to do the one thing you love, you just go for it," says Hardaway. He was averaging 21.5 points, 2.1 assists and 3.9 triples during […]
Landry Shamet Has Tested Positive For COVID-19
Los Angeles Clippers guard Landry Shamet has tested positive for COVID-19 and won't travel with the team to Orlando. This doesn't mean Shamet won't play, but he'll need to self-isolate and pass two negative tests, then test negative again upon arriving in Orlando. The Clippers first real game of the season is on July 30. […]
Tyler Herro Says Ankle Is Fully Healed
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro says that the league shutdown allowed his ankle to 100 percent heal. He returned prior to the hiatus, but his ankle still bothered him at times. "It definitely helped me just so I had more time to recover," Herro said. His fantasy value should be on the rise, but he'll […]
Kent Bazemore Hopeful To Remain With Kings
Sacramento Kings guard Kent Bazemore mentioned he was hopeful to remain with the organization beyond the 2019-2020 season. His stats have taken a hit this season, but he is averaging 23.5 minutes per game through 20 games with Sacramento. Head coach Luke Walton said Bazemore was "a big part of [the Kings] having a little […]
Victor Oladipo Decides To Sit Out Rest Of NBA Season
Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo has decided to opt out of the upcoming NBA restart in Orlando. "I truly believe continuing on the course I’m on and getting fully healthy for the 2020-21 season is the right decision for me," says Oladipo. Back in March, Oladipo said that he still was not 100 percent healthy […]
Eric Gordon Believes He's Back To Full Health
Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (knee) said that he is back to being 100 percent healthy. He has reportedly lost 12 pounds as of late May, so hopefully that will help with his lingering knee problems. Gordon has been unable to contribute like he wants to because of injuries. His production is way down, but […]
Devin Booker Likely To Lose Minutes
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker could be looking at less playing time when the season resumes later this month. Head coach Monty Williams wants to play Booker less than his current 36.1 minutes per game out of caution. The Suns are six games out of the No. 8 seed, which means there's a small chance […]
J.R. Smith Officially Signing With Lakers
Free-agent guard J.R. Smith has officially agreed to a deal with the Los Angeles Lakers. This was an expected move after Avery Bradley decided to opt out of the upcoming NBA restart. Smith should find his way into the rotation, but he might not have a significant role. Alex Caruso and Rajon Rondo are likely […]
Lou Williams Expected To Join Clippers In Orlando
Los Angeles Clippers guard Lou Williams is expected to join the team in Orlando for the restart, according to head coach Doc Rivers. "I would be very surprised if he is not [with the team]," Rivers said. Williams mentioned in mid-June that he was split 50/50 on whether or not to play in Orlando. Losing […]
Grayson Allen Has Been Progressing
Memphis Grizzlies guard Grayson Allen (hip) has been progressing, and the team will know more once he can play 5-on-5, according to head coach Taylor Jenkins. Allen was expected to miss the rest of the season, but the hiatus has given him extra time to rest. However, Justise Winslow (back) should be returning to the […]
Carmelo Anthony, Gary Trent Jr. Could See Bigger Roles
Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony and guard Gary Trent Jr. could see increased playing time during the upcoming NBA restart. Trevor Ariza has decided to opt out, which means more playing time for someone else. Head coach Terry Stotts mentioned that Anthony and Trent are options to replace Ariza at small forward. Both players […]
Rodney Hood Able To Dunk During Workout
Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Rodney Hood (Achilles) has been making solid improvements during the hiatus. He was able to dunk during a recent workout. He won't be taking part in the upcoming NBA restart after suffering an Achilles injury back in December. The Blazers are hopeful that Hood will be back at 100 percent for […]
Lakers Finalizing Deal With J.R. Smith
Free-agent guard J.R. Smith is reportedly finalizing a deal with the Los Angeles Lakers. This was the ideal landing spot for the veteran guard after Avery Bradley decided to opt out of the upcoming restart. Smith should have some fantasy value, but he'll basically be a low-cost DFS option. Alex Caruso is expected to be […]
Victor Oladipo's Status For Restart Remains Uncertain
Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo (quadriceps) is in great shape right now, according to general manager Kevin Pritchard. "We have timed workouts and physical therapy and conditioning, and if you all know Victor, he's here first and really doesn't want to leave all day," Pritchard said. Despite making progress, Oladipo is still working his way […]
Sixers Signing Ryan Broekhoff
Free-agent guard/forward Ryan Broekhoff has agreed to a deal with the Philadelphia 76ers. The 29-year-old has played each of the last two seasons with the Dallas Mavericks. He saw 17 games of action with them in 2019, but was waived in February. He is a perimeter threat, but this is mostly a depth signing for […]
Knicks Waive Allonzo Trier
New York Knicks guard Allonzo Trier has been waived by the organization. He started off his rookie season with a bang dropping two 15-point games in his first three contests. He played in 64 games in 2018, but that number decreased all the way down to 24 this season. His role in New York quickly […]