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 […]

Jusuf Nurkic, Zach Collins Showing Encouraging Signs

Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic (leg) and forward Zach Collins (shoulder) have been looking good during recent practices, according to head coach Terry Stotts. Nurkic has not played this season after breaking his leg in March of 2019. However, he is not expected to be limited during the restart. Collins suffered a dislocated left […]

Justise Winslow Looks Good During Practice

Memphis Grizzlies guard Justise Winslow has hit the ground running during the NBA restart, according to head coach Taylor Jenkins. Winslow is expected to play both guard and forward for Memphis. “His versatility is really going to come out in our style of play,” Jenkins said. There is a good chance that Winslow spends a […]

Russell Westbrook Tests Positive For COVID-19

Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19. It sounds like he is feeling fine, but will need to self-quarantine for 14 days. He'll need to posts two negative tests before being allowed to enter the bubble in Orlando. It appears Westbrook should have enough time to join the team and is […]

Kemba Walker Held Out Of Practice On Monday

Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (knee) did not practice on Monday after experiencing soreness in his troublesome left knee. “He had a little bit of discomfort after a couple of the individual workouts,” said head coach Brad Stevens. The Celtics are going to be extremely cautious with Walker down the stretch. Stevens has already mentioned […]

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 […]

Ben Simmons Doing Work At Power Forward

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons has been operating as the power forward during recent practices. Head coach Brett Brown mentioned that Simmons is working exclusively at power forward now. He is seriously considering moving Shake Milton to the point guard spot during the restart. Simmons would spend more time off-the-ball with his new position, but […]

Al Horford Could Come Off The Bench

Philadelphia 76ers center Al Horford might be coming off the bench with the second unit during the restart, according to head coach Brett Brown. Shake Milton has been running point guard, while Ben Simmons is operating next to Joel Embiid in the post during recent practices. Horford was playing off the bench during February, but […]

Glenn Robinson III Receives Treatment

Philadelphia 76ers forward Glenn Robinson (back) was a full participant during Monday's practice, but received treatment afterwards. He was dealing with a sore upper back, but it's not uncommon for a player to experience soreness while working back into game shape. It doesn't sound like anything that is going to sideline Robinson at all. He's […]

Jonathan Isaac Likely Sidelined A Few More Weeks

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) is going to be out at least two or three more weeks. The team needs a few more weeks to determine if Isaac is ready to return during the restart, according to head coach Steve Clifford. "In terms of will [Isaac] be ready, I don’t think we’ll know that […]

Rajon Rondo Could Return During Playoffs

Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo (thumb) was forced to leave Sunday's practice early after suffering an injury. He will undergo thumb surgery and could return at some point during the playoffs. Rondo is likely going to miss around six-to-eight weeks of action. Alex Caruso, Dion Waiters, and J.R. Smith will be asked to step […]

Robert Williams Ready To Roll For Restart

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams (hip, back) is a fully healthy and ready to play during the Orlando restart, according to head coach Brad Stevens. Williams has only played in 23 games this season due to a left hip bone edema and a back issue. The shutdown was key for Williams to get back to […]

Kemba Walker Likely To Be Restricted

Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (knee) is likely going to be somewhat restricted at the beginning of the restart, according to head coach Brad Stevens. Walker has been battling knee issues throughout the season, so it's not surprising that the team would bring him along slowly. The hope is that Walker won't be limited at […]

Kelly Oubre Jr. Doing On-Court Work

Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee) has been doing a little bit of on-court work, according to head coach Monty Williams. "[Oubre's] in good shape, but he's not in the type of game shape that he wants to be in," Williams said. The organization has not officially ruled out Oubre for the restart, but […]

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 […]

Nets Nearing Deal With Lance Thomas

Free-agent forward Lance Thomas is closing in on a deal with the Brooklyn Nets. The organization has seven spots to fill with players opting out for the upcoming NBA restart. Thomas has not played in the league since the 2018-2019 season with the New York Knicks. He is averaging 5.2 points per game over 18.4 […]

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, […]

Michael Beasley Signs With Nets

Free-agent forward Michael Beasley has signed a deal with the Brooklyn Nets as a substitute player for the Orlando restart. However, he will be suspended for the first five games of the season, according to Shams Charania. He should see significant minutes in the rotation once he's cleared to play. The Nets are thin in […]

Donta Hall Signing Deal With Nets

Brooklyn Nets center DeAndre Jordan and forward/center Nicolas Claxton (shoulder) won't be joining the team for the upcoming NBA restart, which left Jarrett Allen as the only man at the center spot until the Nets signed forward Donta Hall. He's listed as a power forward but has the height to play the center position. Hall […]

Gary Payton Tests Positive For COVID-19

Washington Wizards guard Gary Payton has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 and did not travel with the team to Orlando. The team is already thin at guard with Bradley Beal deciding to opt out. There is a decent chance that Payton opts out, but hasn't given a final decision yet. Troy Brown, Jerome Robinson, and […]

Thomas Bryant Tests Positive For COVID-19

Washington Wizards center Thomas Bryant has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 and did not travel with the team to Orlando. This is unfortunate news since Bryant mentioned recently he was fully healthy after dealing with a foot issue. There is a decent chance he opts out, but Bryant has not decided yet. Davis Bertans has […]

Rodions Kurucs Starting At Practice Friday

Brooklyn Nets forward Rodions Kurucs was reportedly starting at power forward during practice on Friday. The team is already down seven players for the upcoming NBA restart. Taurean Prince recently opted out which opened up more playing time for Kurucs going forward. The organization went through it's first 5-on-5 practice on Friday with Kurucs starting. […]

Paul George Says He's Feeling Much Better

Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George (shoulder) mentioned he had some insecurities with his shoulders earlier in the season, but he's feeling better now. “I’m feeling back to myself again,” George said. He has only played in 42 games during his first season with the Clippers due to injuries. However, George has been given plenty […]

Johnathan Motley, Amir Coffey Sitting Out Of Restart

Los Angeles Clippers center Johnathan Motley and forward Amir Coffey will not join the organization for the NBA restart in Orlando. Motley has seen minimal playing time this season and would've been the fourth center on the depth chart behind Joakim Noah. Coffey was getting spotty playing time whenever Kawhi Leonard would sit out. He […]

N'Keal Harry Joins Cam Newton For Throwing Session

New England Patriots wide receiver N'Keal Harry is eager to begin working with his new quarterback. Cam Newton and Harry were seen working out together for roughly two hours. They were reportedly running plays from the Patriots playbook. Harry is likely going to be the No. 3 receiver to start the season behind Julian Edelman […]

Taurean Prince Tests Positive For COVID-19

Brooklyn Nets forward Taurean Prince has tested positive for COVID-19 and will sit out during the upcoming NBA restart. He'll join Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, DeAndre Jordan, Spencer Dinwiddie, Wilson Chandler and Nicolas Claxton as the seventh Nets player to sit out. The Nets are expected to sign a few players in order to fill […]

Derrick Jones Cleared For Orlando

Miami Heat forward Derrick Jones has been cleared to join the team in Orlando on Wednesday. He posted tested for COVID-19 a few weeks ago, but he's ready to go after quarantining and passing multiple tests. He'll have a few weeks to get his conditioning up and get ready for the basketball season. Jones is […]

Brandon Clarke Says His Health Has Improved

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke (quad) is expected to be fully healthy for the upcoming NBA restart later this month. Clarke mentioned that his health is back to the way it was before his injury. "Over these past five to six weeks, I've gotten back to the player that I was," Clarke said. The stats […]