Kyle Kuzma Reveals Why He Rejected Mavericks Trade to Remain With Wizards

Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma revealed in a recent interview with Josh Robbins of The Athletic that Wizards president Michael Winger had offered him the choice of whether he wanted to be dealt to the Dallas Mavericks prior to last week’s NBA trade deadline. Kuzma, 28, decided to stay put. “There was a point in […]

James Foglio  •  13 Feb 2024
Stephen Curry passes Mookie Blaylock for 41st on the NBA’s all-time assists list

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry moved up from No. 42 to 41 on the NBA’s all-time assists list, passing Mookie Blaylock, in Monday night’s 129-107 win over the Utah Jazz. Curry, 35, has recorded 5,977 assists across his 15-year playing career. After passing Blaylock (5,972), he’s now 49 dimes away from overtaking Baron Davis […]

James Foglio  •  13 Feb 2024
Suns sign veteran forward Thaddeus Young

The Phoenix Suns are signing free agent forward Thaddeus Young, according to reports. Young has played 17 seasons for seven NBA teams โ€” 76ers (2007-14), Timberwolves (2014-15 season), Nets (2015-16), Pacers (2016-19), Bulls (2019-21), Spurs (2021-22 season), and Raptors (2022-24). He’s averaged 12.2 points and 5.7 rebounds in 1,162 regular-season games. The 6-foot-8 wing averaged […]

James Foglio  •  13 Feb 2024
Mavericks’ Daniel Gafford grabs a career-high-tying 17 rebounds against Wizards

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford grabbed a career-high-tying 17 rebounds against his former team, the Washington Wizards, in Monday night’s 112-104 victory. In addition to recording 17 rebounds, Gafford ended his performance with 16 points, two assists, two steals, and five blocks in 25 minutes as a starter. He also shot 7-of-13 (53.8%) from the […]

James Foglio  •  13 Feb 2024
Victor Wembanyama 5th NBA player since 1990 to record 25+ points, 10+ rebounds, & 10+ blocks in a game

San Antonio Spurs rookie forward/center Victor Wembanyama became the fifth NBA player since 1990 to post a triple-double of at least 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 blocks in a single game, during Monday night’s 122-99 win over the Toronto Raptors. The victory snapped San Antonio’s seven-game skid. Wembanyama, 20, is the youngest NBA player […]

James Foglio  •  13 Feb 2024
Utah Jazz applied for exception of NBA’s jersey rule, to ditch yellow uniforms for rest of season

The Utah Jazz are required by the NBA to wear their Association white jerseys and the Icon yellow jerseys at least 10 times each this season, but the Jazz have only worn their yellow jerseys in just one game. The black Statement jersey must also be worn six times, and each of the purple City […]

James Foglio  •  12 Feb 2024
Trail Blazers’ Malcolm Brogdon (elbow) out at least 2 weeks

Portland Trail Blazers combo guard Malcolm Brogdon will be out at least two weeks after receiving treatment to address right elbow tendinitis, the team announced Sunday.ย Brogdon, 31, last played Feb. 2 at Denver. Through 39 games (25 starts) this season, Brogdon is averaging 15.7 points, 3.8 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 28.7 minutes per game while […]

James Foglio  •  12 Feb 2024
Heat’s Josh Richardson suffers dislocated shoulder, Terry Rozier to undergo MRI

Miami Heat guard Josh Richardson suffered a dislocated right shoulder and is expected to be re-evaluated in a few weeks, according to sources. Terry Rozier (knee) is still slated to undergo his MRI on Monday. Both players suffered their injuries during Sunday’s 110-106 loss to the Boston Celtics. Richardson exited in the second quarter. Rozier […]

James Foglio  •  12 Feb 2024
Hornets’ Brandon Miller leads all NBA rookies in points, steals, & 3-pointers in February

Charlotte Hornets guard Brandon Miller leads all NBA rookies in points, steals, and 3-pointers in the month of February. Through six games this month, Miller is averaging 25 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.8 steals, 1.0 block, and 34 minutes per game. He’s also shooting 49.6% from the floor, 42.9% from 3-point range, and 85% […]

James Foglio  •  12 Feb 2024