The Charlotte Hornets finalized their roster just before the NBA season opener, as required by league rules. A key move involved filling their third two-way slot, which had remained open throughout the offseason, by signing Jared Rhoden instead of keeping a player from training camp. Rhoden, who went undrafted from Seton Hall in 2022, secured…
The deadline for contract extensions for players from the 2024 NBA Draft class is fast approaching, set for Monday, October 21. Among the key players seeking extensions are the Houston Rockets’ Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, while the Rockets have initiated extension discussions with both players, no max contracts…
“Injury” has been the defining theme for the Philadelphia 76ers this week, as several key players have faced issues during preseason games, raising concerns about their lineup for the season opener against the Milwaukee Bucks. Paul George was the first to get injured, hyperextending his knee in a game against the Atlanta Hawks. Then, promising…
The Los Angeles Clippers are just days away from beginning their 2024-25 season and have made some key roster changes. They are converting big man Kai Jones from an Exhibit 10 deal to a two-way contract, as reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania. Jones earned the last two-way spot thanks to his strong performance in the…
Lonzo Ball Finally Returns: A Fresh Start for the Bulls and Their Fans Lonzo Ball’s much-anticipated return to the court marks a significant moment not just for him but also for the Chicago Bulls and their passionate fanbase. After 1,006 long days since he last played in a Bulls uniform, Ball’s re-emergence signals hope and…
On Friday, the Indiana Pacers surprised many by waiving forward Cole Swider following their final preseason game. Swider had signed a non-guaranteed contract with the Pacers before training camp and appeared to be in contention for a roster spot, especially after the team released Kendall Brown. However, the Pacers opted to part ways with Swider…
Landry Shamet signed a non-guaranteed deal with the Knicks, but after Donte DiVincenzo was traded to Minnesota to facilitate the Karl-Anthony Towns deal, it seemed likely that Shamet would make the roster. Unfortunately, he suffered a dislocated shoulder in a preseason game, and depending on the severity, his recovery could take a while if surgery…
This offseason, the Dallas Mavericks traded for Quentin Grimes, mainly to offload Tim Hardaway Jr.’s salary. This move enabled Dallas to fully utilize their mid-level exception to sign Naji Marshall and created a trade exception that allowed them to take on Klay Thompson’s salary in a sign-and-trade with the Golden State Warriors. According to Marc…
During a preseason game against the Atlanta Hawks, Jalen Williams of the Oklahoma City Thunder sustained an ankle injury that forced him out of the contest. This is the second significant injury for the Thunder in their preseason, just as the regular season approaches. While exhibition games are not crucial, losing key players is tough,…
The deadline for NBA teams to finalize their regular season rosters, set for October 21, is quickly approaching. Just a day after their last preseason game, the Dallas Mavericks announced they had released three players: guard AJ Lawson, forward Emanuel Miller, and center Jamarion Sharp. Each of the players participated in at least three preseason…