NBA Targeting A Return In Late July

NBA commissioner Adam Silver has informed the Board of Governors that July 31 is the target date for the return of the NBA season. The league has discussed four different scenarios for the restart, but has not officially picked one yet. The NBA would like the season to end by the beginning of October. It […]

Eric Gordon Says He Has Lost Weight

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon says that he has already lost 12 pounds off his frame by dieting and working out. Gordon has been battling knee issues throughout the year, so hopefully a lighter weight will be able to help him. He was able to show some promising signs before the NBA went on hiatus. […]

Fred Vanvleet Says Raptors Want To Defend Their Championship

Toronto Raptors guard Fred Vanvleet says that everybody involved with the team wants to defend their championship, assuming the 2019-2020 season does resume. “We knew we had a good chance, as good a chance as anybody," Vanvleet said. He was dealing with a shoulder injury before the league went on hiatus. There has not been […]

Damian Lillard Would Love To See Play-In Tournament

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard says that he loves the idea of a play-in tournament for the playoffs, assuming the 2019-2020 season does resume. Lillard recently mentioned that he wouldn't want to play again this season if the Blazers don't have a shot at the playoffs. He says that he's been off for two […]

Joe Flacco Embracing Backup QB Role

New York Jets quarterback Joe Flacco (neck) says that he is embracing his new role as the backup quarterback to Sam Darnold. He says that his job is to help the team get better and to help a young quarterback see things as clearly as possible. Flacco started the first eight games for the Denver […]

Le'Veon Bell Excited To Run Behind Revamped O-Line

New York Jets running back Le'Veon Bell said that he "can't wait" to run behind the revamped offensive line. Last season was a struggle for Bell who finished with 789 rushing yards, which is his lowest since the 2015 season. The Jets were a bottom three team in numerous run game metrics last season. The […]

Clint Capela Could Play When Season Resumes

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (foot) says that he is feeling better and could play if the season does resume at some point. Capela hasn't played since Jan. 29 due to right foot plantar fasciitis. There is no guarantee that the Hawks would even play if the NBA does resume the 2019-2020 season. There has […]

Harry Giles Expected To Have Limited Role With Kings

Sacramento Kings center Harry Giles is not likely going to have a big role in the rotation going forward. His best opportunity would likely come with another organization, according to Jason Jones. Richaun Holmes had a breakout campaign during the 2019-2020 season, but unfortunately dealt with injuries. Marvin Bagley was injured as well, but is […]

Quincy Enunwa Wants To Play Again

New York Jets wide receiver Quincy Enunwa (neck) says that he is not giving up on playing in the NFL again. He will battling a career-threatening neck injury that will cost him the 2020 season. Enunwa missed the 2017 season with a neck injury and only played one game in 2019 before reinjuring himself. After […]

Damian Lillard Unlikely To Play Again This Season

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard said that he won't play again this season if the Blazers don't have a shot at the playoffs. He doesn't want to play in meaningless games if the NBA returns with only a few games before starting the postseason. The Blazers are currently 3.5 games back of the 8th […]

Mohamed Bamba Says He Has Gained Muscle

Orlando Magic center Mohamed Bamba says that he has gained 28 pounds during quarantine. "I’ve worked my tail off during this quarantine,’’ Bamba said. He has only added about 2.5 percent body fat, which means most of the gained weight is muscle. It sounds like Bamba is going to be in better shape than he […]

Joe Flacco Won't Be Ready For Week 1

New York Jets quarterback Joe Flacco (neck) says that he won't be ready to play by Week 1 of the regular season. “I can’t speak to exactly when I’m going to be ready, but it will not be day one," Flacco said. That means that Jets will likely have to carry David Fales or fourth-round […]

Knicks Showing Interest In Moving Dennis Smith Jr.

New York Knicks guard Dennis Smith Jr. could be used as a trade piece over the offseason, according to Marc Berman. The final year of his deal is worth $5.7 million, so it appears the Knicks would love to trade him before his deal expires. The organization has also been linked to wanting to move […]

Ante Zizic Could Walk Away From NBA

Cleveland Cavaliers center Ante Zizic is reportedly emerging as a candidate for Maccabi Tel Aviv if he decides to leave the NBA this offseason. The Cavs declined his $3.8 million option for the 2020-2021 season. However, it was reported that the organization would like to bring him back this offseason. It likely depends on whether […]

Jon Leuer Decides To Retire From Basketball

NBA forward Jon Leuer has decided to retire from the NBA, according to his Instagram account. “I love the game of basketball. I still want to play, but I know deep down it’s not the right decision for my health anymore,” Leuer said. The eight-year veteran played with five different organizations throughout his NBA career. […]

Dan Vitale Wants To Follow The Footsteps Of James Develin

New England Patriots fullback Dan Vitale would like to follow in the footsteps of the now-retired James Develin. Vitale is aware that he has some big shoes to fill after Develin decided to call it a career due to health concerns. This marks Vitale's fourth season in the league, but the 2020 campaign will be […]

Joejuan Williams Has Been Improving His Versatility

New England Patriots defensive back Joejuan Williams is increasing his value through versatility this offseason. He played 82 defensive snaps last season, which is mostly due to the fact that the Pats were stacked in the secondary. The former second-round pick from 2019 will look to carve out a role as a versatile rotational player. […]

Bradley Beal's Agent Dismisses Trade Rumors

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal is not expected to be on the move this offseason. There were rumors that the Brooklyn Nets have discussed the possibility of trading for Beal. However, Beal's agent Mark Bartelstein has denied that notion and said that both the Wizards organization and Beal are happy together. John Wall (Achilles) is […]

Rodney Hood Won't Return During 2019-2020 Season

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Rodney Hood (Achilles) said that he won't return at all this season under any circumstances. That means Hood won't be available if the Blazers do somehow sneak into the playoffs. Hood appears to be making progress, including weight-bearing drills on a balance ball. It sounds like Hood will continue to rehab […]

Kemba Walker Thinks Knee Issue Could Be Chronic

Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (knee) said that his knee flared up on him earlier in the season because of all of the basketball he's played. Walker has already underwent multiple procedures done to his left knee. The Celtics have been attempting to manage his workload in order to keep him as healthy as possible. […]

Victor Oladipo Wasn't Full Healthy Before Hiatus

Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo (quad) admitted that he was not fully healthy before the league went on hiatus. "I played well, but I’d be lying if I said I was even 80 percent out there," says Oladipo. He believes that the league shutdown was great for him to reset and restart. Oladipo now has […]

Luke Kennard Confident He'll Receive Significant Payday

Detroit Pistons guard Luke Kennard and his representatives are confident that he can land an eight-figure deal in free agency. He is guaranteed to earn $5.3 million next season. The Pistons can make him a restricted free agent after the 2020-2021 season. Kennard has improved his game, but his knees continue to give him problems. […]

Frank Kaminsky Has Been Cleared For Basketball Activites

Phoenix Suns center Frank Kaminsky (knee) has been cleared for basketball activities. "I'm ready to make a push towards playing again," Kaminsky said. It appears Kaminsky is fully healthy and ready to contribute in the Suns rotation. He was receiving decent playing time when Aron Baynes or Deandre Ayton were sidelined. However, it's unlikely that […]

Grant Williams Continues Improving His Game

Boston Celtics forward Grant Williams says that he has been working on his ball-handling in Charlotte. During the hiatus, Williams has been staying with Kemba Walker, so it's nice to see teammates sticking together. Williams has played at the power forward and center spot for the Celtics this season. Williams could see chances at the […]

Nets Have Discussed Acquiring Bradley Beal

The Brooklyn Nets are in the market for a third star to place alongside Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. They have reportedly internally discussed the possibility of acquiring Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal. Thus far, the Wizards have said they aren't willing to move Beal at the time. John Wall (Achilles) is coming back next […]

Paul Millsap Will Work Out At Home

Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap says that he is not going to use the team's practice facility to work out. Millsap has his own basketball court in his basement, so he doesn't feel it's necessary for him to use the team facility. "I felt like it was beneficial for me to stay at home and […]

Jonathan Isaac Says He's Feeling Stronger

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) says that he is feeling stronger after squatting the most weight on Thursday since his injury. He also ran on an anti-gravity treadmill, which is the first time he has been able to run since January. Isaac said in April that he'd be willing to return for a playoff […]

Nikola Mirotic Says He Received Offer From Jazz Last Season

Former NBA power forward Nikola Mirotic says that he received a three-year deal from the Utah Jazz last season. However, instead of taking the deal, Mirotic decided to head to Europe and play for Barcelona. He says that playing overseas is completely different compared to playing in the NBA. Mirotic has not played in the […]

Joe Flacco Expected To Be Ready By Mid-September

New York Jets quarterback Joe Flacco (neck) has resumed throwing, but is not expected to be ready to play until the middle of September. He started the first eight games for the Denver Broncos last season before going down with a neck injury. It's uncertain at the moment if Flacco will be ready to play […]

Jeff Thomas Has A Chance To Make Patriots Roster

New England Patriots wide receiver Jeff Thomas has the best chance among the four undrafted receivers to make the team's roster. Thomas will be battling Isaiah Zuber, Will Hastings, and Sean Riley for a spot on the Patriots roster during the preseason. It sounds like Thomas has the best chance at securing a spot solely […]