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Derrick Jones Not Focused On Free Agency
Miami Heat forward Derrick Jones said that he is not focused on his impending free agency at the moment. “I’m just worried about the season being put back on, that’s all,” said Jones. He is having the best year of his career, averaging 8.9 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.7 blocks. He […]
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Knicks Looking To Add At Center
New York Knicks forward/center Julius Randle could be on his way out of town this summer. Team president Leon Rose mentioned that the team would like to add a big who can space the floor. Randle is not the best fit in New York and a change of scenery could do him well. Possibly, adding […]
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Jerami Grant Expected To Opt Out
Denver Nuggets forward Jerami Grant is expected to opt out of his player option for next season, according to Chris Haynes. “Like you said, I feel like I definitely outplayed the $9M that I’m making each year right now," Grant said. He is averaging 14.1 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.0 steals, 1.0 blocks and […]
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Corey Brewer Wants To Play Again
Free-agent guard/forward Corey Brewer says that he wants another chance in the NBA. “I feel like I can still help a team and I feel like I have a few good years left," said Brewer. The 34-year-old has played for eight different organizations throughout his career. Most recently, Brewer played with the Philadelphia 76ers and […]
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John Wall Says He's Back To Being Fully Healthy
Washington Wizards guard John Wall (Achilles) said that he is 110 percent healthy at the moment. He has not played a game since December of 2018, but it doesn't sound like he'll play again until next season. Despite the hiatus, Wall says that he is waiting until the 2020-2021 season before getting back on the […]
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Collin Sexton Wants To Play Again This Season
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton mentioned that he would love to get back on the court this season. The NBA has discussed multiple scenarios of how many teams to bring back when the 2019-2020 season returns. There is a chance that the league invites all 30 teams, but it seems unlikely. Sexton would love to […]
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Shake Milton Expected To Remain A Starter
Philadelphia 76ers guard Shake Milton is expected to remain in the starting five when the season returns, according to Derek Bodner and Mike O'Connor. He is averaging 14.1 points, 3.6 assists, 3.0 rebounds, 2.2 triples, and 1.1 steals during 16 starts this season. Milton has proven to be the Sixers best option coming off the […]
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KZ Okpala Making Major Improvements
Miami Heat forward Kz Okpala has been making rapid improvements to his offensive game, according to Heat assistant general manager Adam Simon. “Once mid-January came around, we saw the strides," Simon said. Okpala already has an NBA-ready defensive game, but he needed to make the jump on the offensive side. He missed most of the […]
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Knicks Want To Build Around RJ Barrett
New York Knicks forward RJ Barrett appears to be the centerpiece in the rebuilding of their organization. The team will look for players who can complement Barrett during the offseason. The Knicks are in desperate need of shooters, since the team is shooting 33.7 percent from deep this season. The only player that is shooting […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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