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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 […]
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Justise Winslow Should Be Ready To Play
Memphis Grizzlies guard Justise Winslow (back) is expected to be ready to play during the Orlando restart. Winslow has been symptom-free since April and is "looking good, feeling good," according to head coach Taylor Jenkins. He has only played in 11 games this season due to injuries, but Winslow can make an impact when healthy. […]
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Brandon Clarke, Jaren Jackson Jr. Ready For Orlando
Memphis Grizzlies power forwards Brandon Clarke (quad) and Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) are looking good and are expected to be ready for the Orlando restart, according to head coach Taylor Jenkins. Both players were close to getting back on the court right before the hiatus happened. They've been given plenty of time to get back […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Caleb Swanigan Opts Out Of NBA Restart
Portland Trail Blazers forward Caleb Swanigan has decided to opt out of the upcoming NBA restart in Orlando. The 23-year-old forward has not been a big part of the rotation, so the Blazers should be fine. He played in 20 games for the team, averaging around 13 minutes per contest. The Blazers are getting back […]
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Thabo Sefolosha Opting Out Of Orlando Restart
Houston Rockets forward Thabo Sefolosha has decided to opt out of the upcoming restart in Orlando, Florida. It's unclear why he is deciding to sit out, but he was barely part of the rotation anyway. At times, Sefolosha would see around 10 minutes, but his absence should not make a huge impact. P.J. Tucker, Danuel […]
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Cam Newton, Mohamed Sanu Working Out Together
New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton is wasting no time getting to know his new teammates. Newton is reportedly already working out with his new wide receiver Mohamed Sanu Sr. this offseason. Both players missed time last season due to injuries, but are ready to bounce back in 2020. Newton offers MVP-caliber upside while Sanu […]
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Ron Rivera Believes Cam Newton Is Ready To Bust Out
New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton could very well surprise us all during the 2020 season, according to former Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera. "Don't bet against him," Rivera said. "I really wouldn't." Rivera and Newton have been together since Newton entered the league in 2011. Everyone knows Newton has been sidelined by injuries […]
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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 […]
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Jordan Bell Agrees To Two-Year Deal With Cavs
Free-agent center Jordan Bell has agreed to a two-year deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers. It's a low-risk move for the rebuilding Cavs and a nice landing spot for the 25-year-old big man. Bell has struggled to find a reliable role through his first three seasons in the league. He has bounced around a bit, but […]
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Dean Wade Gets Multi-Year Deal With Cavs
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade will have his two-way contract converted into a multi-year deal. He averaged 14.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists during his time in the G-League this season. However, reliable forward minutes in Cleveland might be hard to come by next season. Kevin Love remains on the roster and the organization […]
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Spencer Dinwiddie Tests Positive For COVID-19
Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19. There is a good chance that Dinwiddie decides to sit out the upcoming NBA restart happening in late July. The Nets will already be without Kyrie Irving (shoulder) and Kevin Durant (Achilles) for the restart. However, center DeAndre Jordan has opted out as well […]
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DeAndre Jordan Has Ruled Out Playing During Restart
Brooklyn Nets center DeAndre Jordan has decided to opt out of the upcoming NBA restart after he tested positive for COVID-19. The Nets are already going to be without Kyrie Irving (shoulder) and Kevin Durant (Achilles) during the restart. Guard Spencer Dinwiddie who tested positive as well could join Jordan on the list of players […]
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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 […]
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Magic Haven't Ruled Out Jonathan Isaac, Al-Farouq Aminu
Orlando Magic forwards Jonathan Isaac (knee) and Al-Farouq Aminu (knee) have not been ruled out for the upcoming NBA restart, according to head coach Steve Clifford. "They're both in here working every day," Clifford said. Both players have been given months off to rest, but it seems highly unlikely that they return to action next […]
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Justin Holiday Decides To Opt In For Restart
Indiana Pacers forward Justin Holiday has decided that he is going to play during the NBA restart in July. He was reportedly split 50/50 on playing, but has chosen to return for the rest of the regular season. He'll continue to see quality minutes off the bench for the Pacers going forward. His usage could […]
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Clippers Signing Joakim Noah Through 2020-2021
Los Angeles Clippers center Joakim Noah is going to be around a little longer than first expected. The veteran center is signing a deal for the rest of this season, but will also return to the team next season as well. The 35-year-old big man won't have much fantasy value as the third string center. […]
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James Johnson Expected To Exercise Player Option
Minnesota Timberwolves forward James Johnson is expected to exercise his $16 million player option for next season. The 33-year-old forward averaged 12.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.8 assists this season. He'll be a nice veteran presence to the organization, but is not expected to have a huge role. Johnson saw a significant amount of playing […]
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Nets Signing Justin Anderson
Free-agent forward Justin Anderson has agreed to a deal with the Brooklyn Nets. Veteran forward Wilson Chandler is opting out of the restart, so Anderson will take his place. The 26-year-old has not made much of an impact since joining the league in 2016. He struggles offensively, but Anderson is known as being a strong […]
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Wilson Chandler Will Sit Out During Restart
Brooklyn Nets forward Wilson Chandler has decided to opt out of the upcoming NBA restart. The veteran forward says that health concerns and his family are the main factors as to why he is deciding to sit out. Caris Levert and Joe Harris should see an uptick in playing time with Chandler out. Taurean Prince […]
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Jayson Tatum Leaning Towards Signing Maximum Deal
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum mentioned he is currently leaning towards signing a maximum deal rather than signing a rookie extension. He is averaging 23.6 points, 7.1 boards, 2.9 assists, 2.8 triples, 1.4 steals and 0.9 blocks this season. Tatum is well deserving of a max deal, but it's unclear if the Celtics are willing […]
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Wizards Were Offered Draft Picks For Davis Bertans
Washington Wizards forward Davis Bertans has decided to opt out of the upcoming NBA restart in July. He is a free agent after the season and does not want to risk injury after sitting out a few months due to the hiatus. The organization was reportedly offered multiple draft picks in exchange for Bertans. However, […]
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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 […]
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Justin Anderson Drawing Interest From Playoff Teams
Free-agent forward Justin Anderson is drawing interest from several teams, according to Ian Begley. He only played in three games with the Brooklyn Nets in 2019 but had a successful season in the G-League. Anderson has struggled to reliably produce from the offensive side, but is known for his skills on defense. He might be […]
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Pistons Agree To Deal With Justin Patton
Free-agent center Justin Patton has reportedly agreed to a deal with the Detroit Pistons. The 23-year-old big man has played with three different teams during his three years in the league. He has played a total of nine games in the NBA since being drafted during the first round in 2017. Patton played in five […]
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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 […]
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Nicolas Claxton Ruled Out For NBA Restart
Brooklyn Nets forward Nicolas Claxton (shoulder) has been officially ruled out for the upcoming NBA restart in Orlando. He underwent arthroscopic labrum surgery on his left shoulder and is done for the season. Claxton is expected to make a full recovery and be ready to play by training camp. He was not a huge part […]
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Vince Carter Officially Announces Retirement
Atlanta Hawks forward Vince Carter has officially decided to call it a career after 22 seasons in the NBA. He won the 1999 Rookie of the Year award, made eight All-Star teams and is one of the best dunkers in the history of the game. He was unfortunately unable to win an NBA championship throughout […]
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Klay Thompson Should Be Right On Schedule
Golden State Warriors guard/forward Klay Thompson (knee) is reportedly right on schedule with his rehab, according to head coach Steve Kerr. He mentioned that Thompson is moving great and looked good during his shootaround. Thompson is rehabbing left ACL surgery, but is expected to be ready for next season. The Warriors won't be participating in […]
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