West Notes: Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Pelicans, Derik Queen, Mavericks
Spurs
Victor Wembanyama continues to make the extraordinary look routine.
The Spurs’ 7-foot-4 phenom came within a single block of a triple-double in Friday’s overtime win...
Pelicans officially add DeAndre Jordan amid early injury woes
The Pelicans have turned to a familiar name to bolster their battered frontcourt.
New Orleans has agreed to a one-year, minimum-salary deal with veteran center...
NBA Notes: Sixers, Joel Embiid, Pelicans, Jaden Springer, Jared Butler
76ers
Joel Embiid knows his reality has changed. The Sixers’ superstar has always been a force, but at 30 and coming off multiple injuries, he’s...
NBA Notes: Pelicans, Jordan Poole, Raptors, Gradey Dick, Pacers
Pelicans
The Pelicans’ summer trade for Jordan Poole drew mixed reactions at the time, but early signs point to a strong fit in New Orleans.
As...
West Notes: Grizzlies, Scotty Pippen Jr, Pelicans, Derik Queen, Clippers
Grizzlies
The Grizzlies can’t seem to catch a break. Guard Scotty Pippen Jr. is the latest to go down, set to undergo surgery on his...
NBA Moves: Pelicans, Jordan Hawkins, Raptors, Mavs, Zhaire Smith
Pelicans
The Pelicans have exercised their fourth-year option on Jordan Hawkins and their third-year option on Yves Missi, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac. Both...
NBA Notes: Knicks, Malcolm Brogdon, Pelicans, Kevon Looney, Suns
Knicks
Malcolm Brogdon’s sudden retirement caught just about everyone off guard. According to James L. Edwards III and Fred Katz of The Athletic, the veteran...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Clippers, TyTy Washington, Pelicans
Lakers
The Lakers will finally roll out their full lineup Tuesday night, as Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart are both set to make their preseason...
NBA Notes: Pelicans, Zion Williamson, Pacers, Clippers, projections
Pelicans
Zion Williamson wants everyone to know he’s not going anywhere.
The former No. 1 overall pick told reporters after the Pelicans’ preseason tour in Australia...
NBA Moves: Pacers, Cameron Payne, Bulls, Kevin Knox, Pelicans
Pacers
The Pacers have signed Cameron Payne and waived Delon Wright, the team announced. Payne, a veteran guard who played 72 games for the Knicks...
NBA Notes: Jazz, Lauri Markkanen, Hornets, Pelicans
Jazz
Utah appears ready to listen on Lauri Markkanen.
According to Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix, the Jazz are now “very open” to trading the 28-year-old forward....
NBA Notes: Cavs, Lonzo Ball, Pelicans, Magic
Cavaliers
In case you missed it earlier, the Cavaliers are taking a cautious approach to Lonzo Ball’s workload this fall. Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com offered...
West Notes: Pelicans, Zion Williamson, Warriors, Nuggets, lineup
Pelicans
It was a strong start to the preseason for Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy, both of whom missed significant time last year.
Williamson scored 15...
West Notes: Lakers, Jake LaRavia, Pelicans, Saddiq Bey, Timberwolves
Lakers
The Lakers quietly signed Jake LaRavia to a two-year deal in free agency, and while the move didn’t make headlines, the team believes the...
