Following the conclusion of the group play games in the NBA Cup on Tuesday, the eight teams advancing to the knockout round have been set, and the quarterfinal games have been scheduled. After the Warriors, Rockets, and Hawks previously clinched spots in the knockout round, the Thunder, Mavericks, Bucks, Knicks, and Magic joined them as a result of Tuesday’s outcomes. The … [Read more...] about Knockout Round Matchups Set For NBA Cup; Games Scheduled For Non-Quarterfinalists
Wizards Rumors: Kuzma, Valanciunas, Brogdon, Davis, Baldwin, Coulibaly
The Wizards view Kyle Kuzma as a team leader who can help the team stay competitive and assist in the development of some of the young players on the roster, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. But Scotto says teams around the NBA view Kuzma as a potential trade candidate due to his skill set, the team-friendly declining structure of his contract, and the fact that he … [Read more...] about Wizards Rumors: Kuzma, Valanciunas, Brogdon, Davis, Baldwin, Coulibaly
Mavericks Notes: Gafford, Lively, Doncic, Irving, Thompson, Grimes
The Mavericks have fielded some inquiries regarding Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively but haven’t shown an interest in trading either big man, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype reports. However, the Mavericks could be active in the trade market. They could seek potential upgrades by parting with their 2025 first-round pick or their 2031 first-rounder. They could also add a young … [Read more...] about Mavericks Notes: Gafford, Lively, Doncic, Irving, Thompson, Grimes
Luka Doncic Goes Through Pre-Game Workout; Daniel Gafford Considers Playing For Slovenia
Mavericks star Luka Doncic, who is sidelined with a sprained right wrist, was able to go through a pregame workout tonight, according to Grant Afseth of Dallas Hoops Journal. The team will practice on Friday, when more clarity should be provided about Doncic’s availability for a weekend road trip. “He’s doing his individual workouts,” coach Jason Kidd said. “Everything I’ve … [Read more...] about Luka Doncic Goes Through Pre-Game Workout; Daniel Gafford Considers Playing For Slovenia
Mavericks Notes: Marshall, Doncic, Klay, Gafford, Washington
It came as a bit of a surprise on the first day of free agency this past summer when the Mavericks – whose stated top priority was re-signing starting forward Derrick Jones – lost him to the Clippers and pivoted to signing Naji Marshall to fill Jones’ three-and-D role on the wing. But Marshall has played his role admirably in Dallas so far, as Grant Afseth of Dallas Hoops … [Read more...] about Mavericks Notes: Marshall, Doncic, Klay, Gafford, Washington