Mavericks, Trail Blazers, Heat, and Kings interested in Nerlens Noel

The Miami Heat, Portland Trail Blazers, Dallas Mavericks, and Sacramento King are interested in trading for Detroit Pistons center Nerlens Noel, according to sources. Noel is ready to move on from the Motor City. “Both sides have agreed that a deal is best for both parties, and Detroit has already had talks with rival teams […]

James Foglio  •  13 Dec 2022
Kevin Durant on Bradley Beal: ‘He’s a Hall of Fame, All-Star player’

On Monday, Bradley Beal remained out in the Washington Wizards’ 112-100 loss to the Brooklyn Nets, but Kevin Durant still praised the three-time All-Star after the game. “He’s a Hall of Fame, All-Star player,” the two-time Finals MVP said of Beal. “Take that away from your team, you’re trying to figure out where that impact’s […]

James Foglio  •  13 Dec 2022
Pacers rookie Kendall Brown (right tibia) out indefinitely

Indiana Pacers rookie forward Kendall Brown is out indefinitely after suffering a stress reaction to his right tibia. He will be re-evaluated in two weeks. An MRI on Monday did not reveal a stress fracture. Brown was selected 48th overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves in this year’s draft. Though, he was then traded to Indiana […]

James Foglio  •  12 Dec 2022
Hawks guard Trae Young (low back) questionable vs. Grizzlies

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (low back tightness) is questionable for Monday night’s road game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The two-time All-Star has missed only two games so far this season. Other players listed on Atlanta’s injury report include Clint Capela (left Achilles soreness), Bogdan Bogdanovic (right knee injury management), John Collins (left ankle sprain) […]

James Foglio  •  12 Dec 2022
Zion Williamson ranks second for most games with 30+ points, 60% FG

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson trails only Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most games (20) with at least 30 points and a 60% field goal shooting percentage through a player’s first 105 career appearances. With the Milwaukee Bucks, Abdul-Jabbar amassed 26 games with 30-plus points while shooting 60% from the field through his first 105 […]

James Foglio  •  12 Dec 2022
LeBron James wants to play 4-5 more years, retire at 45?

On Sunday, an interview with Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder leaked on social media, and the 10-year veteran recalled the time LeBron James told him he wanted to play 4-5 more years and retire at 45. It’s no secret that James wants to play with his sons, Bronny and Bryce, in the NBA. Of […]

James Foglio  •  12 Dec 2022
Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer on Joe Ingles’ return: ‘He’s getting close’

Milwaukee Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer was asked to provide an injury update on Joe Ingles before playing the Houston Rockets on Sunday. To summarize his response, Ingles is close to returning. “I think it’s fair to say he’s getting close,” said Budenholzer. “I mean, if you’re playing with our G League Group and you’re playing […]

James Foglio  •  12 Dec 2022
Derrick Rose could reunite with Bulls in potential Zach LaVine trade

With it already being December, NBA trade rumors are starting to heat up this time of year. One trade rumor that has caught many NBA peers’ attention is a potential deal centered around Derrick Rose and Zach LaVine. Adrian Wojnarowski first said a potential deal for reuniting Rose with the Bulls with the Knicks getting […]

Mathew Huff  •  11 Dec 2022
Warriors’ Draymond Green, Stephen Curry probable vs. Celtics

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (hip) and guard Stephen Curry (ankle) are listed as probable for Saturday night’s home game against the Boston Celtics. Other players on Golden State’s injury report include Andre Iguodala (hip) and Andrew Wiggins (groin). Iguodala remains out indefinitely. Wiggins will also miss this matchup at Chase Center. Based on […]

James Foglio  •  12 Dec 2022