Trail Blazers granted $5.8 million disabled player exception for Robert Williams III

The NBA granted the Portland Trail Blazers a $5.8 million disabled player exception in the wake of center Robert Williams III’s season-ending knee injury, according to sources. Williams, 26, injured his right knee on Nov. 5 during a 112-100 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies at the Moda Center. The 6-foot-9 center then underwent season-ending surgery days […]

James Foglio  •  02 Dec 2023
Kevin Durant passes Moses Malone for 10th on NBA’s all-time scoring list

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant passed Moses Malone for 10th on the NBA’s all-time scoring list during the second quarter of Friday night’s 119-111 loss to the Denver Nuggets. “It’s a long journey to be up there, mentioned with the greats,” Durant said. “It takes a lot of work, a lot of preparation, a lot […]

James Foglio  •  02 Dec 2023
Pistons’ Bojan Bogdanovic (calf) could make season debut Saturday vs. Cavaliers

Detroit Pistons forward Bojan Bogdanovic (right calf strain) could make his 2023-24 season debut as early as this Saturday at home against the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Although Detroit upgraded Bogdanovic to questionable ahead of Thursday’s game against the New York Knicks, the 6-foot-7 wing is more likely to make his season […]

James Foglio  •  30 Nov 2023
Clippers vs. Warriors Odds, Picks, & Predictions (Nov. 30)

On Thursday night, the Golden State Warriors (8-10, 7-11 ATS) host the Los Angeles Clippers (8-9, 7-10 ATS) in the first meeting of the 2023-24 NBA season; preview, odds, picks, predictions, and injuries for the Clippers vs Warriors matchup are here. Sportsbooks show the Warriors as 5-point favorites at home. BetOnline odds are below. Clippers […]

James Foglio  •  30 Nov 2023
NBA Rumors: Lakers more interested in DeMar DeRozan, Alex Caruso than Zach LaVine?

According to the latest NBA rumors, the Los Angeles Lakers seem more interested in trading for Chicago Bulls guards DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso than Zach LaVine. During a guest appearance on “Hoops Tonight,” Jovan Buha of The Athletic mentioned that Los Angeles is reportedly targeting DeRozan and Caruso instead of LaVine. “I’ve actually heard […]

James Foglio  •  30 Nov 2023
Nikola Jokic records 3rd career 30-point triple-double with 0 turnovers, the most in NBA history

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic recorded his third career 30-point triple-double with zero turnovers, the most in NBA history since the league began tracking individual turnovers in 1977-78, in Wednesday night’s 134-124 win over the Houston Rockets. The two-time MVP posted 32 points, 10 rebounds, 15 assists, and one steal in 34 minutes of action. […]

James Foglio  •  30 Nov 2023
Magic are 1 win shy of tying franchise record set in 1994 for most consecutive wins

The Orlando Magic extended their winning streak to eight games in Wednesday night’s 139-120 win over the Washington Wizards, tying their franchise record set in 1994 for most consecutive wins. The Magic won six straight (Mar. 14-26) in the 2018-19 season. Orlando also won five consecutive games (Nov. 25-Dec. 3) in 2015-16. However, the club […]

James Foglio  •  30 Nov 2023
D’Angelo Russell first Lakers guard since Kobe Bryant with 35 points on 75% shooting

D’Angelo Russell became the first Los Angeles Lakers guard since Kobe Bryant to record at least 35 points on 75% shooting in Wednesday night’s 133-107 win over the Detroit Pistons. This was Detroit’s 15th straight loss, a new franchise record. The Pistons fell to 1-8 at home. Russell, 27, ended his solid performance with a […]

James Foglio  •  30 Nov 2023
Nets’ Cam Thomas (ankle) available vs. Hornets after missing last 9 games

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas has been upgraded to probable for Thursday night’s home game against the Charlotte Hornets. Thomas, 22, has missed the last night games due to a left ankle sprain. A team source confirmed Brooklyn’s leading scorer will be on a minutes restriction, according to Brian Lewis of the New York Post. […]

James Foglio  •  29 Nov 2023