Trae Young Goes Through Shootaround

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (ankle) was able to participate in both walk-through and shootaround on Tuesday. Rookie forward Onyeka Okongwu mentioned that Young looked good during Tuesday's events, so that's positive news heading towards game time. Young suffered a bone bruise on his right foot during Game 3. As of right now, Young is […]

Timberwolves Showing Interest In Ben Simmons

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons is unsurprisingly on many organization's trade radar this offseason. After a horrendous showing in the postseason it seems that the Sixers are willing to move their superstar guard. As of right now, the Minnesota Timberwolves are expressing interest in acquiring Simmons this offseason, according to Darren Wolfson. After what everyone […]

Knicks Have Jalen Brunson On Their Radar

Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson could be headed elsewhere this offseason. The New York Knicks are in search of a long term starting point guard and Jalen Brunson could be on their radar, according to Marc Berman. It sounds like Knicks president Leon Rose believes Brunson is a legitimate starting, playmaking point guard. The Mavs […]

Chauncey Billups Gets Five-Year Deal From Portland

The Portland Trail Blazers have officially ended their hunt for a new head coach. Five-time All-Star guard Chauncey Billups will become the coach in Portland with a five year deal. Billups has no coaching experience at any level and will replace Terry Stotts, who was fired after nine seasons as Portland's head coach. Superstar point […]

Trae Young To Get MRI On Monday

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (ankle) is set to undergo an MRI on Monday after suffering an injury during Game 3. Young mentioned that his ankle is sore and hurting, so he's not able to go as fast as he wants to. Obviously, Young plans to play in Game 4 on Tuesday, but it all […]

Chris Paul May Decline Player Option

Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul has reportedly been telling those close to him that he plans to opt-out at the end of the season, whenever that may be. The 36-year-old is rumored to forgo his $44 million player option and inquire about a two-year contract, whether it be in Phoenix or elsewhere. Paul has enjoyed […]

Chauncey Billups Expected To Be Named Blazers Coach

Chauncey Billups is rumored to be named the next head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers. The 44-year-old played nearly two decades but made his mark as a member of the Detroit Pistons, where he helped the team capture an NBA title back in 2004. He also served as an assistant to Ty Lue in […]

Jamal Murray Remains Without A Return Date

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (knee) does not have a timetable for a return. The 24-year-old has been a critical component for the team's success throughout the last few years, and he most recently averaged 21.2 points while shooting 40.8 percent from deep last season before succumbing to an ACL tear in his left knee […]

Knicks Reportedly Interested In Lonzo Ball

New Orleans Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball is rumored to be on the Knicks' radar for the 2021-22 campaign. The addition of Ball will unquestionably fill a void for a New York team that is certainly lacking a suitable option in the backcourt, especially after the team went with many different options in the starting lineup […]

Cameron Payne Could Miss Saturday’s Contest

Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne (ankle) could miss the Game 4 matchup against the Clippers. The 26-year-old injured his left ankle during Thursday's loss to Los Angeles and was relegated to just four minutes as a result. Chris Paul (illness) returned for Game 3 after being sidelined due to COVID-19, so Payne probably wouldn't have […]

Spencer Dinwiddie Cleared From Knee Injury

Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie (knee) has been cleared to resume basketball activities. Dinwiddie played just three games this season before succumbing to a partial ACL tear in his right knee. The 28-year-old is expected to decline his $12.3 million option to test the market heading into the 2021-22 campaign, so teams will undoubtedly want […]

Cameron Payne Getting The Start For Game 2

Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne will once again start on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Clippers. Payne got the nod in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals opener, finishing with 11 points through 29 minutes, although he was limited because of foul trouble. As a result, Cameron Johnson stepped up, logging 24 minutes and […]

Patrick Beverley Enters The Starting Lineup

Los Angeles Clippers guard Patrick Beverley will start in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals against Phoenix on Tuesday. It appears as if head coach Tyronn Lue will go heavy on the defensive end, at least to start the game. Beverley has played sparingly throughout the postseason, recently logging just 15 minutes to finish […]

Ben Simmons To Skip Summer Olympics

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons will not suit up for Australia for the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. Instead, Simmons will head to Los Angeles, where he will spend the entire offseason working on "skill development." The report comes after the Aussie was criticized for his offensive woes throughout the postseason, including going a dreadful […]

Chris Paul Out For Game 2 Of Conference Finals

Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul remains out for Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. Despite being vaccinated, the veteran recently tested positive for COVID-19. While Paul is currently showing no symptoms, he will need to clear health and safety protocols before returning to the floor for Game 3. Until then, Cameron Payne should continue […]

Kyrie Irving Unlikely To Play For Team USA

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (ankle) will not play for Team USA at the 2021 Summer Olympics. Irving sprained his right ankle during Game 4 of the postseason matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks, which forced him to miss the remainder of the series. Although it's unknown exactly how severe the ailment currently is, his status […]

Spencer Dinwiddie To Decline Player Option

Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie (knee) is expected to decline his player option and take his chances in free agency this offseason. The 28-year-old is due to make $12.3 million but will likely draw interest from a multitude of teams throughout the league in need of a point guard of his caliber. Dinwiddie missed nearly […]

Trae Young Likely To Play In Game 7

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (shoulder) is once against listed as probable ahead of the series finale against Philly. Young has been dealing with right shoulder soreness for a while but hasn't missed any time, recently finishing the Game 6 loss with 34 points while shooting 13-for-30 from the field (5-for-10 from deep) to go […]

Chris Paul Unlikely To Play On Sunday

Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul is unlikely to play on Sunday against the Clippers for Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Despite being vaccinated, the veteran tested positive for COVID-19 a day after the team completed its sweep of the Nuggets in the previous round. While Paul isn't expected to miss much time beyond […]

Kyrie Irving Remains Out For Pivotal Game 7

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (ankle) will not play on Saturday in the series-clinching matchup against Milwaukee. Irving sprained his right ankle during Game 4 nearly a week ago, but he still has a way to go before considering stepping back on the court. As a result, his status for the Eastern Conference Finals (if […]

Kemba Walker May Not Stay In OKC Long

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Kemba Walker may find himself with a new club before the start of the 2021-22 NBA campaign. The veteran, who was dealt to OKC on Friday in exchange for Al Horford, will undoubtedly be looking to join a contender as he enters the twilight of his career. Walker averaged 19.3 points […]

Mike Conley Questionable Again

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley (hamstring) is questionable for Game 6 on Friday night. This isn't a surprise, primarily since the veteran has yet to play during the series as he attempts to make it back from a right hamstring strain. Donovan Mitchell (ankle) is also questionable, but even if either of these two can […]

Trae Young Dealing With Shoulder Soreness

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (shoulder) is questionable for Friday's matchup against Philadelphia. Although Young's official designation indicates a possibility that he could miss the contest, there is certainly almost no chance of that happening, especially with the team being just one win away from taking a trip to the Eastern Conference Finals. The 22-year-old […]

Kyrie Irving Ruled Out For Game 6

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (ankle) is out for the pivotal Game 6 matchup against Milwaukee. Irving injured his right ankle on Sunday during the Game 4 loss to the Bucks, and his prognosis isn't good, with the veteran potentially out not only for the remainder of the series but also possibly for the rest […]

Kyrie Irving Remains Without A Return Date

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (ankle) could miss the remainder of the series against Milwaukee. The veteran sprained his right ankle during the second quarter of the Game 4 loss and subsequently held out of Tuesday's 114-108 victory over the Bucks. Fortunately, James Harden (hamstring) was able to return for Game 5, although he had […]

Mike Conley Questionable For Game 5

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Clippers. The veteran continues to deal with nagging hamstring soreness and has yet to suit up during the first four contests against Los Angeles. If Conley isn't available, which is likely the case, Donovan Mitchell should once again gain a […]

Trae Young Likely Good To Go On Wednesday

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (shoulder) is listed as probable ahead of the matchup against Philadelphia on Wednesday evening. Young is currently dealing with right shoulder soreness and was observed icing it during the narrow 103-100 win on Monday. Although his likely availability is good news, he had a rough night shooting in Game 4, […]

James Harden Unlikely For Game 4

Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (hamstring) is likely out on Sunday against Milwaukee. Harden continues to deal with nagging right hamstring tightness, which he suffered during Game 1 of the series back on June 5. The team has kept the former MVP's status moving ahead mostly under wraps, but if the Nets can't make it […]

Mike Conley Questionable On Saturday Night

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley (hamstring) is questionable for the Game 3 matchup against the Clippers. The veteran continues to deal with a right hamstring strain, an injury that has plagued him intermittently over the last few seasons. He has yet to suit up during the series against Los Angeles, and it would be a […]

Coby White Undergoes Successful Surgery

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (shoulder) underwent successful surgery on Thursday. White injured his left shoulder while playing in a game away from the team and is scheduled to be evaluated again in four months. Not good news for the former 2019 first-round pick, who had spots of efficiency during the 2021 campaign while also […]