Benched J.R. Smith: Communication is Over

While Tyson Chandler returned following a four-game absence due to bronchitis, (J.R.) Smith was kept on the bench for the second time in four games. “I stopped being surprised after the Miami game,” Smith said, adding (Knicks’ coach Mike) Woodson gave him “no reason” for his latest benching and didn’t tell him he wouldn’t play […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Woodson Mum on J.R. Smith Benching

(Knicks coach Mike) Woodson, who sat (J.R.) Smith on Thursday in the win over the Heat, wouldn’t reveal what went into his latest decision to bench Smith after playing him in Philadelphia on Saturday and against the Suns on Monday. “I’m not even commenting on J.R.,’’ Woodson said. “I just didn’t play him tonight, just […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Bobcats’ Kidd-Gilchrist to Return Tonight

(Charlotte Bobcats forward Michael) Kidd-Gilchrist is out of the cast and off the daily injury report. He has been cleared to play Tuesday against the New York Knicks, and coach Steve Clifford plans to start him. via Rick Bonnell of the Charlotte Observer

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021