If Giannis Antetokounmpo is ever traded, it’s more likely to happen during the offseason, Marc Stein of The Stein Line states in his latest Substack column (subscription required). That’s the conclusion Stein reaches after listening to the chatter out of Milwaukee since it was revealed last week that the Bucks and Knicks had trade discussions regarding the Greek superstar … [Read more...] about Stein’s Latest: Giannis, Westbrook, Mavericks, Referees
Five Under-The-Radar Veteran Extension Candidates To Watch
The deadline for teams to sign players to rookie scale extensions is a week from today, and we'll be keeping an eye on several notable rookie scale extension candidates in the coming days. That group includes Pistons teammates Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren, Nuggets guard Christian Braun, Hawks guard Dyson Daniels, Rockets forward Tari Eason, Kings forward Keegan Murray, and Trail … [Read more...] about Five Under-The-Radar Veteran Extension Candidates To Watch
Keegan Murray Undergoes Thumb Surgery, Out At Least 4-6 Weeks
October 13: Murray underwent successful surgery on Monday, according to the Kings (Twitter link via James Ham of ESPN 1320 and TheKingsBeat.com). He will be reevaluated in four-to-six weeks. October 12: Kings forward Keegan Murray has been diagnosed with a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb, the team announced today in a press release. It’s unfortunate timing for … [Read more...] about Keegan Murray Undergoes Thumb Surgery, Out At Least 4-6 Weeks
Moses Moody To Miss Remainder Of Preseason
Moses Moody will miss the final three games of the Warriors‘ preseason due to a left calf injury, reports ESPN’s Anthony Slater (via Twitter). According to head Steve Kerr, the Warriors are “not too concerned” about the injury, which occurred in practice. Slater adds that the team is hopeful that Moody can return in time for the season opener. Moody started both of the … [Read more...] about Moses Moody To Miss Remainder Of Preseason
Kings’ Keegan Murray Exits Friday’s Game With Thumb Injury
Kings forward Keegan Murray, who is entering his fourth NBA season and is eligible for a rookie scale extension until October 20, suffered a left thumb injury in Friday’s preseason loss to Portland, as Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee relays. Murray sustained the injury late in the second quarter, Anderson writes, with Sacramento later ruling him out for the second half. … [Read more...] about Kings’ Keegan Murray Exits Friday’s Game With Thumb Injury