Marvin Bagley's agent issued a public statement critical of the Sacramento Kings after it was determined he wouldn't be in the rotation to start the season. "Sacramento has informed Marvin Bagley he is not in the opening night rotation, which is completely baffling," Jeff Schwartz said in a statement. "It's clear they have no plans for him in the future. And yet, passed on … [Read more...] about Marvin Bagley's Agent Criticizes Treatment By Kings
Warriors Re-Sign Gary Payton II
The Golden State Warriors re-signed veteran guard Gary Payton II. Payton inked a one-year deal at the veteran minimum with a partial guarantee. Payton had been waived by the Warriors on Sunday and cleared waivers on Tuesday. By waiving and re-signing Payton, the Warriors lowered his cap hit. Due to Golden State being deep into the luxury tax, any additional salary they carry … [Read more...] about Warriors Re-Sign Gary Payton II
Warriors Claim Jeff Dowtin Off Waivers, Convert Contract To Two-Way
The Golden State Warriors claimed guard Jeff Dowtin off waivers. The point guard was waived after spending the preseason with the Orlando Magic. The Warriors then converted Dowtin's contract to a Two-Way deal. Dowtin joins Chris Chiozza as Golden State's two Two-Way players. Dowtin went undrafted out of Rhode Island at the 2020 NBA Draft. He played for the Lakeland Magic during … [Read more...] about Warriors Claim Jeff Dowtin Off Waivers, Convert Contract To Two-Way
Warriors Veterans Wanted Team To Keep Avery Bradley
Golden State Warriors veterans Stephen Curry and Draymond Green hoped the team would keep Avery Bradley on the opening night roster. Bradley was part of the Warriors round of cuts, as Golden State chose to keep their 15th roster spot open for the time being. Bradley didn't show much in the preseason, but the Warriors stars weren't worried about the 11-year veteran's ability to … [Read more...] about Warriors Veterans Wanted Team To Keep Avery Bradley
Warriors Waive Avery Bradley, Gary Payton II, Mychal Mulder, Jordan Bell
The Golden State Warriors have waived Avery Bradley, Gary Payton II, Mychal Mulder and Jordan Bell. The Warriors strongly considered keeping Bradley and Payton. Golden State is currently leaving their 15th roster spot vacant but there will be discussions on what to do with it in the coming days. There is a possibility of re-signing Payton. … [Read more...] about Warriors Waive Avery Bradley, Gary Payton II, Mychal Mulder, Jordan Bell
Kings Waive Damien Jefferson, Ade Murkey
The Sacramento Kings have waived Damien Jefferson and Ade Murkey. Both players were signed to non-guaranteed training camp deals. Both Jefferson and Murkey are expected to land with the Stockton Kings of the G League as Affiliate Players. … [Read more...] about Kings Waive Damien Jefferson, Ade Murkey
Klay Thompson To Be Cleared For Full Practice Within Next Month
Klay Thompson last played in an NBA game in the 2019 Finals after suffering a tear in his ACL and then a ruptured Achilles in November 2020. Thompson's exact return has not yet been determined, but Shams Charania of The Athletic reports he may return to practice in November. "I'm told Klay Thompson will be cleared for full practice over the next month or so," said … [Read more...] about Klay Thompson To Be Cleared For Full Practice Within Next Month
Kings Sign Damien Jefferson, Ade Murkey To Camp Deals
The Sacramento Kings have signed Damien Jefferson and Ade Murkey. Both players are expected to have signed non-guaranteed training camp deals. Jefferson went undrafted out of Creighton at the 2021 NBA Draft. He appeared briefly in two Las Vegas Summer League games for the Kings. As a senior, Jefferson averaged 11.9 points and 5.4 rebounds per game for Creighton. Ade Murkey … [Read more...] about Kings Sign Damien Jefferson, Ade Murkey To Camp Deals
Warriors Sign L.J. Figueroa To Camp Deal
The Golden State Warriors have signed L.J. Figueroa to a training camp contract. Figueroa's deal is expected to be fully non-guaranteed. Figueroa went undrafted out of Oregon at the 2021 NBA Draft. He then played in Las Vegas Summer League with the Dallas Mavericks. In five games with Dallas, Figueroa averaged 7.0 points and 7.6 rebounds. It's expected that Figueora will join … [Read more...] about Warriors Sign L.J. Figueroa To Camp Deal