NBA Notes: Pelicans, Zion Williamson, Rockets, Josh Okogie, Mavericks
Pelicans
The season couldn’t have started much worse for the Pelicans. Zion Williamson (hamstring) is sidelined again and head coach Willie Green’s job appears to...
Sixers Notes: Paul George, Joel Embiid, Justin Edwards, win streak
The 76ers may soon have their full roster for the first time all season.
Veteran forward Paul George is in the “final stage” of his...
Cavs’ Darius Garland has toe contusion, return TBD
The Cavaliers announced Wednesday that guard Darius Garland has been diagnosed with a contusion on his left big toe, the same foot he underwent...
Draymond Green questions Warriors’ commitment to winning
The Warriors’ dynasty once thrived on trust, toughness and total buy-in. Right now, Draymond Green doesn’t see enough of any of it.
After Golden State’s...
Lenny Wilkens: The quiet genius who made basketball better
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9JA-SzYy8k
By all accounts, Lenny Wilkens never needed to shout to be heard.
He coached with calm authority, played with purpose, and lived with humility —...
NBA Notes: Pistons, Cade Cunningham, All-Star Game, Sixers
Pistons
Cade Cunningham put on one of the most unique performances in NBA history Tuesday night.
The reigning Eastern Conference Player of the Week erupted for...
Mavericks Rumors: Anthony Davis, D’Angelo Russell, Mark Cuban, Jason Kidd
Patrick Dumont had seen enough.
As ESPN’s Tim MacMahon reported, the Mavericks governor made the late-night call Monday to fire general manager Nico Harrison, ending...
Report: Disconnect growing between Paolo Banchero and Magic coach Jamahl Mosley
Tension may be building between the Magic’s star player and their head coach.
According to Grant Afseth of RG.org, there’s a “growing disconnect” between former...
Cavs’ Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Jaylon Tyson all out
The Cavaliers will be shorthanded again when they face the Heat on Wednesday.
As expected, the injury report is a long one. Darius Garland remains...
NBA Notes: Suns, Jalen Green, Hornets, LaMelo Ball, JT Thor
Suns
Jalen Green’s return didn’t last long.
The Suns guard re-aggravated his right hamstring in just his second game back and will now be sidelined four...
What’s next for Anthony Davis as Mavericks weigh options?
The biggest question in Dallas isn’t when Anthony Davis will return from his calf strain — it’s whether the Mavericks are ready to move...
Report: Mark Cuban pushing for Dennis Lindsey return as Mavericks regroup
With Nico Harrison out, the Mavericks are moving quickly to stabilize their front office, and possibly reshape it altogether.
Assistant general managers Michael Finley and...
Inside the Mavericks’ decision to fire GM Nico Harrison
By the time the Mavericks made it official Tuesday, everyone around the league saw it coming.
Team governor Patrick Dumont had lost faith in GM...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Austin Reaves, Grizzlies, Brandon Clarke, Cavs
Lakers
Austin Reaves wasted no time finding his rhythm after missing three games, putting up 24 points, seven assists and five rebounds in just 29...
