Teletovic Sends Encouraging Message to Bosh

He (Mirza Teletovic) also had a message for Chris Bosh, who also was lost for the season after being diagnosed with blood clots a couple weeks ago. “I want to take this opportunity to reach out to Chris Bosh and tell him he doesn’t have to worry,” Teletovic said. “He’s going to be good, and […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Garnett Explains Impact of Doc Rivers on Career

“Doc (Rivers) had a huge impact in my career,” (Kevin) Garnett said after Monday’s shoot-around. “Teaching us the true meaning of teamwork, teammates and having pride and playing for the next guy. Great time in my life, times I will never forget. Monumental times. Some of the best times of my basketball career. Great teacher, […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Suspends Harden One Game for Kicking James

Houston Rockets guard James Harden has been suspended one game without pay for kicking Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James in the groin, it was announced today by Rod Thorn, President, Basketball Operations. The incident occurred with 2:08 remaining in the third quarter of the Rockets’ 105-103 overtime victory against the Cavaliers at Toyota Center on […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Vogel, Brooks Named NBA’s Coaches of the Month

The Indiana Pacers’ Frank Vogel and the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Scott Brooks today were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Coaches of the Month, respectively, for games played in February. Vogel led the Pacers to the Eastern Conference’s best record in February at 7-2 (.778).  He became the franchise’s all-time NBA coaching wins leader […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Source: JaVale McGee, 76ers Agree to Buyout

The Philadelphia 76ers have agreed to waive center JaVale McGee in time for him to sign with a playoff team, a person with knowledge of the situation told USA TODAY Sports. The person requested anonymity because the decision had not been announced. via Sam Amick of USA TODAY Sports

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Rockets’ Owner: Harden’s the Best Player in Basketball

To Rockets owner Leslie Alexander, guard James Harden is out in front in the race for MVP to the point he said that should be the opinion of those without a connection to the franchise. “He’s the best player in basketball,” Alexander said. “He’s having the best year of anybody, no question,” via Jonathan Feigen […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Green: Warriors Won’t Remain Together as Team

The fact that his future is cloudy and the NBA is a business isn’t lost on the former Michigan State standout (Warriors Draymond Green). He is cherishing these times and these victories. “I’ve said it multiple times this year, we know how good we are,” Green said. “We’re having so much fun. It’s a fun […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Grizzlies Sign JaMychal Green to Multi-Year Deal?

JaMychal Green has agreed to terms on a three-year contract with the Memphis Grizzlies, league sources told RealGM. Green completed his second 10-day contract with the Grizzlies on Saturday night, and the two sides reached a deal for the remainder of the season guaranteed and two additional years. via Shams Charania of RealGM

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Butler Undergoes MRI on Hyperextended Elbow

(Bulls Coach Tom) Thibodeau said (Jimmy) Butler will have MRI on hyperextended left elbow on Monday. via K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune on Twitter

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021