The Pacers have signed veteran big man Jahlil Okafor to an Exhibit 10 contract but have since waived him, as announced in a team press release. They have also waived Kendall Brown. Reports of the Pacers’ intention to sign Okafor surfaced last month, making the delay until later in training camp somewhat surprising. Okafor, 28,…
The Phoenix Suns have decided to rest their key players for their fourth preseason game in eight days against the Denver Nuggets. Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal, and Tyus Jones will not play in tonight’s road game, having participated in all three of the team’s prior preseason contests. Additionally, guard Devin Booker (right ankle soreness), center…
The Indiana Pacers recently selected Johnny Furphy from Australia in the second round of the draft. Known for his versatility and shooting skills, there were hopes he could make an immediate impact, especially after a strong showing in the Summer League. However, those expectations may need to be adjusted for now. Furphy is currently dealing…
James Wiseman joins the Indiana Pacers after stints with the Golden State Warriors and Detroit Pistons, and the Pacers organization has confidence in his potential. However, he is currently dealing with a groin injury and will likely be limited at the start of training camp, as noted by head coach Rick Carlisle. “He has a…
Jahlil Okafor, a former standout at Duke and the #3 pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, has had a mixed career filled with ups and downs. After his time in the league, which ended with the Detroit Pistons in the 2020-21 season, he explored international opportunities, playing in China, Mexico, Spain, and Puerto Rico. Now,…
NBA rosters are always in flux, with changes ranging from blockbuster trades to subtle lineup tweaks, all aimed at improving the team. Middle and lower-tier teams are typically more active in pursuing changes, as they have more ground to makeup, but even top contenders look for small advantages. Take the Indiana Pacers, for example. After…
Forward Markieff Morris has agreed to rejoin the Dallas Mavericks, as reported by Shams Charania of The Athletic. The Mavericks, who were the Western Conference champions last season, have made re-signing the 35-year-old Morris a priority. As he enters his 14th NBA season, Morris is valued for his leadership in the locker room. During the…
In a surprising development, the Detroit Pistons secured promising center Jalen Duren with the 13th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. Originally, his draft rights were traded from the Charlotte Hornets to the New York Knicks, but he eventually ended up with the Pistons. Knicks’ Center Search The Knicks traded Duren’s rights to clear…
The New York Knicks appear poised to make a serious championship push next season, with Jalen Brunson stepping up as the team’s primary option. Surrounding him are All-Star forward Julius Randle, key role players, and the newly acquired Mikal Bridges. The Knicks are all-in, aiming to win a title as soon as possible. However, the…
The Philadelphia 76ers have had a strong offseason, but they still face a gap at the power forward position. With limited free-agent options and financial constraints, they might look to fill this void with Marcus Morris Sr. According to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the Sixers are interested in bringing Morris back to the…