Basketball News
Fantasy basketball daily notes for Friday: Jaren Jackson Jr. on fire in Ja Morant's absence
ESPN - 3 Dec 2021 17:16
Jim McCormick brings you the essential daily recap of last night's NBA action, along with roster tips for Friday night's matchups.
LeBron James Cleared From Health And Safety Protocols
SLAMonline - 3 Dec 2021 05:18
After multiple COVID-19 tests, LeBron James has been cleared from health and safety protocols and will return to action Friday for the Clippers (11-11) and Lakers (12-11) matchup. James has undergone eight tests, all of...
Pelicans sign forward Gary Clark
InsideHoops - 3 Dec 2021 23:01
The New Orleans Pelicans have signed forward Gary Clark. Clark, 6-6, 225, has appeared in 132 NBA contests (18 starts) with Houston, Orlando, Denver, and Philadelphia, averaging 3.2 points and 2.6 rebounds in 14.1 minute...
The Pelicans Sign Gary Clark to Non-Guaranteed Deal
SLAMonline - 3 Dec 2021 05:04
After a stint with the G League’s Mexico City Capitanes, the New Orleans Pelicans are signing forward Gary Clark to a non-guaranteed contract for the season, per the Athletics Shams Charania. During his time with the C...
Thunder's SGA placed in concussion protocol
ESPN - 3 Dec 2021 01:36
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander suffered a concussion after two common fouls late in Wednesday's loss to the Rockets.
Portland Trail Blazers Fire Neil Olshey Following Workplace Harassment Investigation
SLAMonline - 3 Dec 2021 22:08
The Portland Trail Blazers announced Friday that they had fired general manager and president of basketball operations Neil Olshey after a month-long investigation into workplace misconduct. The Portland Trail Blazers ha...
SLAM x Panini Rookie Spotlight: Herbert Jones
SLAMonline - 3 Dec 2021 21:00
When they call him "Straitjacket," this is why: And this is why: And this is why: And this is why: There are more, too. A lot more. The Pelicans have a saying to explain clips like those: "Not on Herb." As in, "You can...
Trail Blazers Fire Team President Neil Olshey
The New York Times - 3 Dec 2021 19:50
Neil Olshey, who had been with Portland since 2012, was fired after a review of the workplace environment at the team's practice facility.
Brad Stevens Slams Anonymous Quotes Criticizing Tatum
SLAMonline - 3 Dec 2021 18:44
Brad Stevens may no longer be the head coach of the Boston Celtics, but he is still sticking up for his guys as if he were. Celtics star Jayson Tatum was the subject of a lot of criticism last month when ESPN’s Tim...
Oklahoma City Thunder Lose by an NBA-Record 73 Points
The New York Times - 3 Dec 2021 16:49
In a 152-79 loss, a rebuilding Oklahoma City team took record-setting lumps from the Memphis Grizzlies.
Billups troubled by Blazers' effort in blowout loss
ESPN - 3 Dec 2021 09:02
Chauncey Billups said he was concerned by his team's lack of competitiveness in Thursday's 114-83 loss to the Spurs.
Zion Williamson Hits Setback in Rehab From A Fractured Foot
SLAMonline - 3 Dec 2021 01:27
The Pelicans announced Zion Williamson is dealing with persistent soreness in his foot, causing a setback in his rehab from a fractured foot suffered during the offseason. This season, Williamson hasn’t appeared in a g...
Brooks Lopez Out Indefinitely After Back Surgery
SLAMonline - 3 Dec 2021 00:28
The Milwaukee Bucks announced Thursday that center Brook Lopez underwent back surgery in Los Angeles and that he will be out indefinitely. Bucks center Brook Lopez underwent back surgery and is out indefinitely. — Sham...